One of the animals happened to get into a melon field and get a melon stuck in its throat.
The following explains why the other choices are incorrect:
A: “entered” is a past participle, whereas “struck” is a past tense verb. For consistency, use “entered and struck” or “struck” for both verbs.
B: “that it stuck” is a little clumsy and unnecessary. “That a melon stuck” sounds more natural and succinct.
C: “entered into” is superfluous and a little formal. “Entered” is more straightforward and organic.
One of the animals happened to get into a melon field and get a melon stuck in its throat.
The following explains why the other choices are incorrect:
A: “entered” is a past participle, whereas “struck” is a past tense verb. For consistency, use “entered and struck” or “struck” for both verbs.
B: “that it stuck” is a little clumsy and unnecessary. “That a melon stuck” sounds more natural and succinct.
C: “entered into” is superfluous and a little formal. “Entered” is more straightforward and organic.