Question

The teacher asked her students to ------------ their assignments by the end of the week.

• A. submit
• B. submitting
• C. submitted
• D. submits

Answer 1

Answer:

A. submit

English - Synonyms

• The question requires choosing the most appropriate verb to complete the sentence, focusing on the act of handing in work.
• Submit means to present a proposal, application, or other document to a person or body with the authority to make a decision. In an academic context, it specifically refers to handing in assignments, homework, or projects for evaluation.
• Synonyms for 'submit' in this context include: hand in, turn in, present, deliver.
• Antonyms for 'submit' could be: withdraw, keep, withhold, retain.
• Understanding the nuances of verbs related to academic tasks is crucial for vocabulary-based questions in competitive exams.
• Other verbs that might be considered but are less fitting:
  • 'Complete' means to finish an assignment, but not necessarily to hand it in.
  • 'Deliver' means to hand something over to someone, but 'submit' is more specific to formal presentation of work.
  • 'Send' implies using mail or electronic means, which may not be the only method of submission.
• Exam Tip: Pay close attention to prepositions and context. For instance, 'submit *to* the teacher' or 'submit *by* the deadline' are common phrasings.