Fill in the blank in the following sentence by choosing option out of the…
2023
Fill in the blank in the following sentence by choosing option out of the given ones.
Rita _______ her seat in the class.
- A.
(1) dropped into
- B.
(2) dropped off in
- C.
(3) fell in with
- D.
(4) got on with
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Correct answer: B
Correct answer: dropped off in
Meaning: 'dropped off' = fell asleep; 'in her seat' indicates where she fell asleep.
Why this fits: Using 'dropped off in' describes that Rita fell asleep while seated in class, which matches the context.
Why 'dropped into' is not the best choice: It means to sit down quickly or collapse into a seat, not to fall asleep.
Why 'fell in with' is wrong: It means to associate with or join a group, unrelated to sitting or sleeping.
Why 'got on with' is wrong: It means to have a good relationship or to continue doing something, not to describe taking a seat or falling asleep.
Note on phrasing: More natural alternatives are 'Rita dropped off in class' or 'Rita fell asleep in her seat during class.'