Question

The following question has the second sentence missing. Choose the appropriate sentence from the given options to complete it:
(a) My sister and I have never seen a house on fire before.
(b) __________________
(c) We rushed out and saw the fire blazing in the distance.

• A. We joined a large crowd of people who had gathered at the end of the street.
• B. One evening when we heard fire engines, rushing past my house.
• C. What a terrible scene we saw that day.
• D. We went out with everyone.

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

One evening when we heard fire engines, rushing past my house.

Option B is correct as it gives a correct flow to the event.
Option A is incorrect because next line suggests that the narrator rushed out so it is not possible for the narrator to join the crowd unless he/she leaves the house.
Option C is incorrect as the scene cannot be seen before leaving the house.
Option D is incorrect as rushed out and went out suggest the same action and repeating it is not necessary.