Question

    Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’. 

    She was too startled at first saying something , but finally she blurted out the truth.

    A say something Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B No substitution required Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C saying anything Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D to say anything Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "to say anything" accurately reflects the intended meaning of the sentence, indicating that she was unable to speak or articulate her thoughts due to being startled.

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