Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with correct word.

We had to call __________ the outing because of the weather.

  1. in

  2. for

  3. upon

  4. off

  5. on
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The phrasal verb 'call off' means to cancel or abandon an event or activity. Since the weather prevented the outing, it had to be cancelled. 'Call in' means to summon, 'call for' means to require, 'call upon' means to invite, and 'call on' means to visit.

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