Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
She was so busy ______writing that when the maid came ______she didn’t hear her.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. in, in.
The phrase "busy in writing" accurately describes being occupied with the task of writing, which fits the context of the sentence.
"Came in" is the correct way to indicate the maid's entry into the room.
This combination ensures the sentence is grammatically correct and conveys the intended meaning clearly, indicating that her focus on writing caused her not to notice the maid's arrival.