Sentence Completion · Question 1 · Easy
Fill in the blank. Despite the heavy rain, the match ______ on time.
- was postponed
- was cancelled
- was delayed
- started
Answer and explanation
Answer: D. started
Explanation: 'Despite' signals a contrast: in spite of the rain, the match went ahead. Only 'started' gives that contrast.
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