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Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.

By the (1)_________ we reach puberty, the world has reached us and (2)_________ us to a greater extent than we realise. (3)________ family, friends, school, and society in general (4)_________ by word and example, how to be. But people (5)_________ leaders at that moment when they decide for themselves how to be.

Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 1.

Option 1: time

Option 2: moment

Option 3: age

Option 4: era


Team Careers360 9th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 17th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: time


Solution : The first option is the correct answer.

In the sentence, "by the time" is an idiomatic expression indicating a particular point in time or the completion of a certain event. It conveys the idea that when puberty is reached, the influence of the world has already had an effect.

Therefore, the correct answer is time .

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