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Complete the sentence by filling in the blank with the appropriate degree modifier.

Answer:Although the task was challenging, the candidate handled the situation 【exceptionally】 well.

Answer

exceptionally
The word 'well' is an adverb in this context. In English grammar, adverbs of degree (such as 'exceptionally' or 'remarkably') are used to modify other adverbs.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the word being modified in the sentence.
The target word is 'well', which functions as an adverb of manner modifying the verb 'handled'.
To modify an adverb, the sentence requires an adverb of degree.
2
Choose the correct modifier form.
'exceptionally' is an adverb of degree that correctly intensifies the adverb 'well'.
An adjective such as 'exceptional' cannot modify an adverb.

Key Concept

Adverb modifying an adverb
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Adjectives, Adverbs, and Modifiers

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