In the following question, the sentence given with a blank is to be filled in…

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In the following question, the sentence given with a blank is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

The coach _________ the best players for the team.

  1. A.

    Picked out

  2. B.

    Picked up

  3. C.

    Picked at

  4. D.

    Picked on

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Correct answer: A

Correct answer: Picked out

Meanings of the choices:

  • Picked out — to select or choose someone or something.

  • Picked up — to lift or collect, or to learn/obtain (e.g., pick up a skill); not used to mean 'select' here.

  • Picked at — to touch repeatedly or to criticize repeatedly for small faults; does not mean 'select'.

  • Picked on — to single someone out in a negative way (tease or bully); not appropriate for choosing team members.

How this fits the sentence:

The sentence describes the coach choosing the best players for the team, so the verb phrase must mean 'to select.' 'Picked out' correctly expresses selection; the other choices convey lifting, criticizing, or bullying and therefore do not fit the context.

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