Multiple choice

Directions: Select the correct option that can be combined with the word given in bold capitals to make a compound word.

EAVES

  1. drop

  2. heart

  3. man

  4. party
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Eavesdrop means to secretly listen to a private conversation. The compound word comes from 'eaves' (the part of a roof that overhangs the walls) and 'drop' (water falling), originally referring to standing under the eaves to hear conversations inside while rain dripped around you.

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