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Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the appropriate word/phrase and complte the sentence.

He held my hand _______ he should fall.

  1. lest

  2. not

  3. because

  4. until

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Explanation

Lest means 'in order to avoid' - he held the hand to prevent falling. It's used with negative purpose.

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