Fill up the blank with the appropriate word. The rider gave his horse a __________ of sugar.
Question and options
Fill up the blank with the appropriate word.
The rider gave his horse a __________ of sugar.
- slice
- basketful
- drop
- lump
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D - lump
Sugar for a horse is given as a lump (sugar cube). A slice, basketful or drop of sugar is not the standard phrase.
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