Choose the word that can best replace the underlined phrasal verb:
The new hostel rule book sets forth the timings for meals, study hours and visitors.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → states
A phrasal verb is a verb joined with a small word such as up, out or together. The two words together have a new meaning.
Set forth means to give facts, rules or ideas in full, usually in writing. Its closest meaning is states. Example: The notice sets forth the rules for using the school library.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) states (answer) | to say or write something in a formal way (same as set forth) | The form states that late entries will not be accepted. |
| (2) changes | to make something different | The school changed its timings for the summer months. |
| (3) relaxes | to make a rule less strict | The college relaxed the dress code during the fest. |
| (4) questions | to say or feel that something may not be right or true | Some parents questioned the need for a new uniform. |