Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Dawn was just _______when we spotted the ship.
Option 1: closing
Option 2: breaking
Option 3: arriving
Option 4: coming
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Correct Answer: breaking
Solution : The second option is the correct answer.
In the context of time, breaking often refers to the beginning of daylight, especially at sunrise. Dawn breaking signifies the start of a new day, making it suitable in this sentence.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
- Closing refers to the end or conclusion of something, like a store closing.
- Arriving implies reaching a destination.
- Coming refers to approaching or moving towards a place.
Therefore, the complete sentence is: "Dawn was just breaking when we spotted the ship."
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