<p>The lack of progress (in international relations) (reveals) that governments (must study) the art of diplomacy (much closer).</p>
<p>The answer is D. Why?</p>
<p>This is from Kaplan and i know im not supposed to be using this material, but my sAT tutor gave me this wk sheet. So i have no choice.</p>
<p>Since “much closer” modifies the verb “study” it must be an adverb so it should be MORE CLOSELY.</p>
<p>Did somebody tell you not to use Kaplan?</p>
<p>Only adjectives can be made comparitives by adding “-ed.” Adverbs need “more.”</p>
<p>Did somebody tell you not to use Kaplan? </p>
<p>this forum.</p>