Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
The principal went a step farther to declare 12th June as a holiday for the entire group of schools.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e.went a step further.
- The phrase "went a step further" is appropriate in this context.
- Farther refers to physical distance. It means to move physically from one point to another.
- Further refers to figurative distance, extension of time, or degree. It is used when discussing abstract concepts, additional information, or depth.
- Here, "step" doesn't refer to the physical step, it rather means a measure or action.
- So, the correct adverb to use here will be "further".
- Thus, the correct sentence will be: The principal went a step further to declare 12th June as a holiday for the entire group of schools.