Question

Complete the sentence with the correct usage of the phrasal verb:
The firemen were able to _________ the fire on Church Street.

• A. put out
• B. put away
• C. put of
• D. put in

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

put out

Phrasal verbs are combinations of verbs with an adjective or a preposition that function similar to an idiom, have a specific meaning to them and can be used in sentences. The meaning of the phrasal verbs given in the options are:

Option A) put out: to extinguish or stop

Option B) put away: keep away or discard

Option C) put off: delay or to repel depending on the usage in the sentence

Option D) put in: interrupt

The sentence given mentions about a fire that the firemen were able to blow out. Therefore, from the given options, the most apt answer is option a) put out.