Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
The new Headmaster hoped that his men would pull together?
A
He expected that the men would cooperate with him
B
He thought that the men would compose themselves at work
C
He was certain that they would resign en masse
D
He was certain that their condition would improve under him
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
A. He expected that the men would cooperate with him: This option is the best explanation because "pull together" is a common idiom that means to work together in cooperation and harmony. The sentence suggests that the new Headmaster hoped for unity and collaboration among his team.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11918)