Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with an appropriate word from the given options.

The terrorist's attempt to __________ the bridge was foiled by the police.

  1. blow down

  2. blow out

  3. blow over

  4. blow up

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

Case of idiomatic usage. 'Blow up' means 'to destroy someone or something by explosion'. 'Blow up' means 'to put out (a fire or flame) by blowing'.