WBCS.LIVE practice question

The detective suddenly _________ a useful clue. Fill in with the right phrasal verb.

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

Answer options

  1. gave in
  2. came across
  3. fill up
  4. fell down

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: came across

Explanation: Rule: A phrasal verb is a verb combined with a preposition or adverb that creates a new meaning different from the original verb. Here, we need the phrasal verb that means to find something by chance. A. Gave in ❌ – means to surrender or yield. B. Came across ✅ – means to find something unexpectedly; suits the context of the detective finding a clue. C. Fill up ❌ – means to make something full. D. Fell down ❌ – means to drop to the ground. ✅ Correct Answer: B. came across