Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Sheela tried for argue with him though she knew that it was of no use.
Option 1: to argue with him
Option 2: of argue with him
Option 3: in argue with him
Option 4: on argue with him
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Correct Answer: to argue with him
Solution : The correct answer is the first option .
Explanation: The correct option to argue with him substitutes the underlined segment properly by indicating Sheela's attempt or intention to argue with him. When an infinitive form of a verb comes after "tried to," it indicates an attempt to do something.
Therefore, the correct sentence should be: Sheela tried to argue with him though she knew that it was of no use.
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