Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the appropriate option to complete the following sentence.

Krishan promised his mother that he would come ……… did not turn up.

  1. than

  2. but

  3. because

  4. till
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The sentence contains a contrast between promising to come and the reality of not coming. "But" is the conjunction that introduces this contradiction. "Than" compares, "because" gives a reason, and "till" shows time duration - none of which fit the context of broken promises.

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