English · Combination Mistake
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Sumafra was surprised when her boss didn't ______ the dinner that they had at the restaurant.
- A
Buy
- B
Pay
- C
Pay for
- D
Spend
"Buy" is not the best answer because it is not clear what Sumafra's boss would have bought. Moreover, the context suggests that they have already eaten at the restaurant.
"Pay" could be a possible answer, but it is not specific enough. "Pay" could mean paying for something else or settling a previous debt, so it is less accurate than option C.
'For' must be used when the reason or purpose is a noun.
"Spend" is not a suitable answer because it does not specify who is spending the money. Additionally, it is not clear what the money is being spent on.
"Buy" is not the best answer because it is not clear what Sumafra's boss would have bought. Moreover, the context suggests that they have already eaten at the restaurant.
"Pay" could be a possible answer, but it is not specific enough. "Pay" could mean paying for something else or settling a previous debt, so it is less accurate than option C.
'For' must be used when the reason or purpose is a noun.
"Spend" is not a suitable answer because it does not specify who is spending the money. Additionally, it is not clear what the money is being spent on.
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