Multiple choice What speech verb goes best here? "I know!" she ___________ without raising her hand. blurted croaked inquired murmured Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The verb 'blurted' means to say something suddenly and without thinking, which fits the context of speaking out in class without raising one's hand. 'Murmured' or 'croaked' do not capture this sudden, impulsive action.