Shall I keep some chicken salad for your brother _ he's hungry when he gets here?
Correct answer: C. In case
- A. So
- B. And
- C. In case
- D. But
Explanation
The phrase "in case" indicates a precaution or a contingency, showing that keeping the chicken salad is a precaution in case the brother is hungry when he arrives.
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