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Correct answer: churn
Explanation: The verb 'churn' fits perfectly in this context as it conveys the idea of producing something in large quantities, which aligns with the context of writers rapidly creating books. It is grammatically correct as it matches the subject 'writers' in terms of number and tense.
Meaning: 'Churn' means to produce something continuously or in large amounts, often used in contexts like manufacturing or writing.
Wrong options:
- spill: 'Spill' implies an accidental release of a liquid, which does not convey the intended meaning of producing books systematically.
- pour: 'Pour' suggests a flow of liquid, which is not appropriate for the context of writing books, as it lacks the connotation of production.
- ladle: 'Ladle' refers to serving food with a ladle, which is not relevant in the context of writing and does not fit grammatically.
Correct answer: nose
Explanation: The word 'nose' is used idiomatically here to indicate that David Almond's book won the award just ahead of Harry Potter's, suggesting a close competition. This fits grammatically and contextually as it aligns with the phrase 'snatched... from under'.
Meaning: 'Nose' in this context refers to being very close to someone or something, often used in expressions about competition.
Wrong options:
- hand: 'Hand' does not convey the same idiomatic meaning of being in close proximity or competition as 'nose' does.
- eye: 'Eye' is not commonly used in this context and does not fit the idiomatic expression related to competition.
- foot: 'Foot' does not have a relevant idiomatic usage in this context and does not convey the intended meaning.
Correct answer: off
Explanation: The phrase 'made off' is a common idiom meaning to escape or to leave quickly, often with something. It fits grammatically and contextually as it indicates that he received the award and then left with it.
Meaning: 'Off' in this context means to leave or escape with something, often used in phrases like 'made off with'.
Wrong options:
- out: 'Out' does not fit the idiomatic expression and does not convey the same meaning of leaving with something.
- up: 'Up' does not work in this context as it does not form a recognized idiomatic expression related to receiving an award.
- over: 'Over' does not fit the context of leaving with an award and does not form a relevant idiomatic phrase.
Correct answer: strike
Explanation: The verb 'strike' fits well here as it is commonly used in the phrase 'strike lucky', meaning to have good fortune. It is grammatically correct and contextually appropriate for expressing hope for success.
Meaning: 'Strike' in this context means to achieve or encounter something fortunate or successful.
Wrong options:
- hit: 'Hit' does not convey the same meaning of achieving luck and is more commonly associated with physical impact.
- punch: 'Punch' implies a physical action and does not fit the context of achieving success or luck.
- shoot: 'Shoot' does not relate to luck and is more associated with aiming or attempting something, lacking the idiomatic usage.
Correct answer: consigned
Explanation: The verb 'consigned' means to assign or deliver something to a particular place, often implying giving up on it. It fits grammatically and contextually as it describes the action of putting the manuscript away.
Meaning: 'Consigned' means to give something over to someone else or to put it away, often with a sense of finality.
Wrong options:
- consecrated: 'Consecrated' means to make something sacred, which does not fit the context of putting away a manuscript.
- resigned: 'Resigned' implies acceptance of a situation, but does not convey the action of putting something away as 'consigned' does.
- placed: 'Placed' is too vague and does not carry the same connotation of giving up or putting away as 'consigned' does.
Correct answer: got down
Explanation: The phrase 'got down' is an idiomatic expression meaning to start doing something seriously or with focus. It fits grammatically and contextually as it indicates that he resumed writing.
Meaning: 'Got down' means to begin working on something with determination or focus.
Wrong options:
- came through: 'Came through' implies successfully completing something but does not fit the context of starting to write again.
- keep up: 'Keep up' suggests maintaining a pace or standard, which does not fit the context of starting a new task.
- set off: 'Set off' typically means to begin a journey or trip, which does not align with the context of starting to write.
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