Question

    Directions: Sentences are given below with phrasal verbs highlighted in bold that may be grammatically or contextually wrong. Find the correct answer from the options that will replace the highlighted phrasal verb and will make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

    The sudden change in weather forced the outdoor event organizers to call off the festivities to ensure the safety of the participants.

    A call in Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B call out Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C call for Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D call up Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E No improvement needed Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Call off" means to cancel or terminate an event, plan, or activity, which is appropriate in the context of cancelling the outdoor event due to the sudden change in weather.

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