The sentences given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.
They have not had much time for social activities and I have not __________.
either
The correct answer is either.
The sentence requires a word that expresses the speaker's shared lack of time for social activities, mirroring the statement about "They". "Either" is the most suitable choice because it indicates that the speaker, like the "they" in the sentence, hasn't had much time either. Let's analyze why other options are incorrect:
- done so: This implies completion of an action, not a lack of opportunity.
- also: While "also" adds to the idea of a shared experience, it doesn't convey the same lack of opportunity as "either."
- gone: This implies physical movement, not a lack of social engagement.
Therefore, "either" perfectly fits the context, establishing a parallel structure and correctly conveying the shared lack of participation in social activities.
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