Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct option.

The government acted judiciously to stave _______ the crisis over Ram Janam Bhumi controversy.

  1. of

  2. out

  3. off

  4. at

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

Phrasal usage' 'Stave off' means 'to ward off, hold off, or put off, as by force, guile, etc'.