They decided that it would be _ correct _ proper to boo at the singer who sang badly.
Correct answer: B. not only ... but also
- A. either ... or
- B. not only ... but also
- C. quite ... and
- D. neither ... nor
Explanation
Correct: The terms "not only" and "but also" are used to express two things that are true or that happen, the second being more surprising or less expected. In this context, it suggests that they decided that it would be not only correct but also proper to boo at the singer who sang badly.
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