Most of the stars(A) are so large(B) that hundred of thousands( C) of earths could be packed (D) inside each
Correct answer: C. hundred of thousands
- A. Most of the stars
- B. so large
- C. hundred of thousands
- D. could be packed
Explanation
"hundred of thousands" is a noun phrase, specifically a quantifier phrase, indicating a large but indefinite number.In this context, "hundred of thousands" is part of the phrase "hundred of thousands of earths", which is an object phrase functioning as the direct object of the verb "could be packed". This phrase indicates that a large number of Earths could fit inside each star, emphasizing their enormous size.
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