Question

Fill in the blank with the most suitable option:

They arrived very early at 2 o'clock. They weren't supposed to ______ until 3:30 p.m.

• A. arrive
• B. visit
• C. reach
• D. depart

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

The sentence suggests that 'They' arrived earlier than expected. Thus, it can be concluded that 'They' were not supposed to 'come' until 3:30 pm. Thus, the answer must mean 'come'.

Option A is correct. 'Arrive' means 'come'. Thus, it has the required meaning and is the perfect fit for the blank.

Option B is incorrect. 'Visit' means 'travel to'. It does not mean 'come' and thus, it is incorrect.

Option C is incorrect. 'Reach' does not mean 'come' in specific. It means 'to get to a place'. Thus, it is not the best fit.

Option D is incorrect. 'Depart' means 'leave'. Thus, its meaning is opposite of the required meaning and cannot be correct.