In each question in the following. four alternative sentences are given. Choose the CORRECT one and fill the circle corresponding to that letter in the answer sheet.
Correct answer: B. The battalion operating from the mountain was able to tie down three enemy divisions.
- A. The battalion operating from the mountain was able to tie up three enemy divisions.
- B. The battalion operating from the mountain was able to tie down three enemy divisions.
- C. The battalion operating from the mountain was able to tie on three enemy divisions.
- D. The battalion operating from the mountain was able to tie with three enemy divisions.
Explanation
The battalion operating from the mountain was able to tie down three enemy divisions.Reason: "Tie down" means to restrain or confine, fitting the context of military action.
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