Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the option that best completes the sentence.

He could not ___________ the fact that he was now retired from his active service.

  1. rely on

  2. get over

  3. make up for

  4. wear out

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The phrasal verb 'get over' means - recover from (disappointment, feeling…). It is thus the best option to complete the sentence. “He could not get over the fact that he was now retired from his active service.”