Question

    In the question below, a sentence is given with a part

    missing. From the options below, choose the correct combination of idioms that can fit in the blank to make the sentence grammatically and meaningfully correct. Despite the unexpected setbacks, the team _______ and finished the project on time.   1. Kept their heads above water   2. Called it a day   3. Hit the nail on the head  
    A Only 1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only 1 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Only 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Kept their heads above water" means managing to survive or continue despite difficulties, fitting the context of overcoming setbacks. "Called it a day" means stopping work, and "Hit the nail on the head" means to do something exactly right, neither of which apply here.

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