Multiple choice

Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is option (4).

I broke with her because she had cheated me.

  1. broke up

  2. broke from

  3. break away

  4. No improvement

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Explanation for option 1: “Broke with” means to end a relationship or association with someone. Hence, there is no need to make any correction. Explanation for option 2: ‘Break from’ means to get a leave from something. It doesn’t fit here. Explanation for option 3: ‘Break away’ means to escape and it doesn’t make sense. Explanation for option 4: The given sentence is correct. So, there is no need to make any improvement.