Fill in the blank with the appropriate word:
His folly will surely ____________ his ruin.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → bring about
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.
His folly (foolish behaviour) will cause his ruin.
Complete sentence: His folly will surely bring about his ruin.
| Phrasal verb | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) bring out | to publish or produce something, or to make a quality easy to see | The publisher will bring out a new edition next month. |
| (2) bring up | to raise a child or to mention a subject | She brought up an important point at the meeting. |
| (3) bring about (answer) | to cause something to happen | The new policy brought about major changes in the schools. |
| (4) bring in | to introduce a new law or system, or to earn money | The government plans to bring in a new tax. |
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