WBCS.LIVE practice question

Choose the correct phrasal verb to replace the underlined word: 'The strike was cancelled after the negotiation.'

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. called for
  2. called off
  3. called up
  4. called in

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: called off

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) called off šŸ“š Explanation: The phrasal verb 'called off' is the standard English term used to signify that a planned event, like a strike or a meeting, has been cancelled. 'Called for' means to demand or require something, while 'called up' usually refers to telephoning someone or summoning them for military service. Therefore, 'called off' is the only contextually accurate replacement.