Multiple choice

Directions: Certain words are given below which are to be filled in the blank. Choose the correct word from the options.

On __________ occasion, he broke down uncontrollably.

  1. the

  2. an

  3. this

  4. some
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Reference is to a particular occasion on which he broke down. If it is a reference to any occasion, we need to use ‘one’. Use of definite article ‘the’ will necessitate the use of a noun (the what?). ‘This’ makes particular reference and does not necessitate the use of a noun.

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