Multiple choice

Directions: Find out the part of speech for the word in bold italic.

Still water runs deep.

  1. Noun

  2. Verb

  3. Preposition

  4. Adverb

  5. Adjective

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E Correct answer
Explanation

Still describes water as an adjective meaning motionless calm or without movement. In the proverb still water runs deep, it characterizes quiet or placid water.