Asked by Sweet Pea

Find adv. and word it modifies

He courageously continued not only to compose but also to conduct performances.

courageously(adv)modifies continued
not (adv) modifies Only?
only(adv) modifies continued?
also (adv) modifies conduct?
Answered by Writeacher
... not only ... but also ...
This construction is one of several <b>correlative conjunctions</b> in English.
http://grammar.ccc.commnet.edu/grammar/conjunctions.htm#correlative_conjunctions
I would not consider them to be adverbs since they are primarily conjunctions.

Your choice and description of "courageously" is correct.
Answered by Sweet Pea
Thank you for that link. It was very helpful.
Answered by Writeacher
You're very welcome.
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