Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
He had hardly spoken when the bell rang?
A
He found it difficult to speak, and then the bell rang
B
When the bell rang, he was still speaking
C
The bell rang very soon after he spoke
D
He spoke in a harsh manner and the bell rang
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
This implies that someone began to speak, but their speaking was interrupted by the sound of a bell ringing.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #12088)