Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the best option to fill in the blanks.

The core of a pencil is made of _. A good leader can _ a nation to great heights.

  1. led, leading

  2. lead, lead

  3. leading, lead
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

'Lead' is used both as a verb and as a noun. In the 1st blank, lead is used as a noun, which means a long thin stick of graphite used in a pencil for writing or drawing. In the 2nd blank, lead is used as a verb, which means to show the way or guide. So, option 2 is the correct answer. 

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