He did not pass the course as _ as he thought he would.
Correct answer: B. easily
- A. easies
- B. easily
- C. easier
- D. more easily
Explanation
This is the adverb form of the adjective "easy." It describes how he thought he would pass the course. Adverbs are used to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, and in this case, it modifies the verb "pass." This is the correct choice.
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