I got up very early,
Directions: In this section, each sentence is incomplete and is followed by four options. Select one of the four options to <strong>COMPLETE THE SENTENCE</strong>.
- A. but Jack got up much before
- B. but Jack got up even before
- C. but Jack got up earlier to me
- D. but Jack got up even earlier ✓
Correct Answer: D. but Jack got up even earlier
Explanation
The comparative form 'earlier' is required to compare Jack's waking time to the speaker's. 'Even' serves to emphasize the comparative 'earlier'.
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