Which words make up the adverb phrase in the sentence? Which word does the adverb phrase modify?

Throughout the thunderstorm, my little puppy whined softly.

a.whined softly; modifies puppy

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Which words make up the adverb phrase in the sentence? Which word does the adverb phrase modify? 


Throughout the thunderstorm, my little puppy whined softly.



a.whined softly; modifies puppy <------ i think this one or

b.	
my little; modifies puppy


c.my little puppy; modifies whined

d.Throughout the thunderstorm; modifies whined <--------- this one

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

An adverb phrase is a prepositional phrase that is used to modify a verb, an adjective, or an adverb. It also answers the questions Where, when, how, and to what extend. So i think it would be A.

anonymous · Answer

"Throughout the thunderstorm" is the adverb phrase.
It modifies the verb " whined " answering the question : when ?

anonymous · Answer

Ups Sorry I meant D, Sorrry

anonymous · Answer

okay that is what i thought  i just wasnt sure. Thanks @Vampire28

anonymous · Answer

Your welcome Glad to help!:)