Question

Complete the sentence correctly using the options given below. 
Hastings \(\underline{(p)} \)\(\underline{(q)}\) developed as a holiday resort after \(\underline{(q)}.\)

• A. (p) = a seaside town, (q) = the first world war
• B. (p) = , a seaside town, (q) = the First World War
• C. (p) = , a seaside Town, (q) = World War I
• D. (p) = A seaside town (q) = World War I

Hint:

When referring to specific historical events like "World War I," make sure to use proper capitalization. Also, pay attention to punctuation and article usage.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understand the context of the sentence.
The sentence refers to Hastings, a seaside town, developing into a holiday resort after World War I. Hence, the correct sentence structure and capitalization are essential.

Step 2: Evaluate each option.
Option (A): Incorrect, "the first world war" should be capitalized as "the First World War."
Option (B): Correct, the comma before "a seaside town" is appropriate, and "the First World War" is correctly capitalized.
Option (C): Incorrect, "Town" should not be capitalized.
Option (D): Incorrect, "A seaside town" should not have the article "A" in this context.
Hence, the correct answer is (B).