Choose the word that best suits the blank in the sentence. The government must __________ all resources of energy if it is to tide over the current power shortage.
Question and options
Choose the word that best suits the blank in the sentence.
The government must __________ all resources of energy if it is to tide over the current power shortage.
- collect
- harness
- gather
- muster
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - harness
'Harness all resources of energy' means to bring them under control and use them; 'harness' collocates with energy and resources. Collect, gather and muster are less apt.
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