Question

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
A: ____ did you go there?
B: To visit some friends.

• A. When
• B. Why
• C. How
• D. What

Answer 1

The correct option is B Why

In the second sentence it is indicated that the subject went there for the purpose of visiting some friends. Thus, it can be concluded that 'A' is asking the subject his/her purpose for going 'there'. Thus, the answer must be an interrogative word that indicates purpose.

Option A is incorrect. 'When' is an interrogative word but, it indicates time and not purpose. Thus, it is incorrect.

Option B is correct. 'Why' is an interrogative word. Also, it indicates purpose. Thus, it has the correct meaning and is the correct answer.

Option C is incorrect.'How' is an interrogative word but, it indicates manner and not purpose. Thus, it is incorrect.

Option D is incorrect.'What' is an interrogative word but, it is used to request specific information and it does not indicate purpose. Thus, it is incorrect.