Multiple choice

Directions: Which of the phrases (1), (2), (3) and (4) given below should replace the phrase printed in bold in the sentence to make it grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is given and No correction is required, mark (5) as the answer.

Meena had the presence of mind to get out of the way as the bus speed out of control past her.

  1. present of mind

  2. present mind

  3. presence in mind

  4. presence to mind

  5. No correction required
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
E Correct answer
Explanation

'Presence of mind' is the correct idiomatic expression meaning the ability to think clearly and remain calm in a difficult situation. Options A, B, C, and D incorrectly alter the preposition or wording, breaking this established phrase.

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