Question

Choose the correct word or phrase that completes the sentence correctly.

He will not mind because he has a ____ spirit.

• A. sportive
• B. sporting
• C. sport
• D. sports

Answer 1

The correct option is B sporting

Option B is the correct answer because an adjective to qualify the noun 'spirit' is to be used. 'Sporting' means fair and generous in one's behavior or treatment of others, especially in a contest.

Options A, C and D are incorrect because 'sportive' means 'playful', 'sport' and 'sports' refer to the activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an individual or team competes against another or others.