Multiple choice

Directions:Look at the underlined part of the sentence. Below each sentence are given three possible substitutions for the underlined part. If one of them (1), (2) or (3) is better than the underlined part, indicate your response against the corresponding number (1), (2) or (3. If none of the substitutions improve the sentence, indicate (4) as your response 'No improvement'. I have to cut down my expenses due to my falling income.

  1. I have to cut off

  2. I have to cut out

  3. I have to cut of

  4. No improvement
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The phrasal verb 'cut down' means to reduce the size, amount, or quantity of something, which fits the context of expenses perfectly. 'Cut off' means to sever or stop, and 'cut out' means to remove or stop doing something entirely.

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