Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the appropriate option for the for the word in bold.

Reporters constantly badger her about her private life.

  1. noun

  2. verb

  3. adverb

  4. adjective

  5. preposition
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The word 'badger' means to pester or harass someone repeatedly. In this sentence, it describes what reporters are doing to her - an action. Actions are expressed by verbs. Note that 'badger' can also be a noun (the animal), but here it's clearly functioning as a verb.

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