Question

The 10,000 pounds prize offered by the Daily Mail in 1913 _____.

• A. was shared by pilot and navigator
• B. never was won
• C. was won ten years later
• D. was received even earlier that some enthusiasts expected
• E. aimed at encouraging better aircraft design

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

was received even earlier that some enthusiasts expected

Supporting Statement: A very few enthusiasts thought it might be possible ten years later. They were wrong. A pilot received the prize just six years later.

Thus, it can be seen that the prize was won earlier than the expectation of some enthusiasts. Hence, Option D is correct and the others are not because they do not provide appropriate information.