have a crack: Is that have a try/go?

[Ildiko]

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #65 "What a Cracker", question 7

I really think you should make an effort and apply for that job and at least ......... a crack at it.

(a) have
(b) do
(c) place
(d) try

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #65 "What a Cracker", answer 7

I really think you should make an effort and apply for that job and at least have a crack at it.

Correct answer: (a) have

Your answer was: correct
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Is that have a try / go ?
Thanks,
Ildiko.

[Mister Micawber]

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Yes, that's right,Ildiko.
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Native English teacher at Mister Micawber's

[Ceo Neeraj]

hi,
why "try" is not considered as an option here??

thank you.

[Mister Micawber]

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Have a try/crack/go are OK, but you cannot replace have with try.
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Native English teacher at Mister Micawber's