where we have to use the words hit and beat?

[Doriss]

English Synonym, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #68 "Synonyms for beat and strike", question 9

I think I heard a drum ..........

(a) hitting
(b) striking
(c) whipping
(d) beating

English Synonym, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #68 "Synonyms for beat and strike", answer 9

I think I heard a drum beating.

Correct answer: (d) beating
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tell me wher we have to use these hit and beat ,slap.clear my doubt

Doriss

[Conchita]

The following links might be helpful:

Beat vs. strike
Strike versus beat
What does 'whip' mean?
What is the difference between "hit" and "beat"?
Never hit me VERSUS never whip me

To slap is to smack or hit with your hand flat.