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.
I was surprised (1)______at the news that my father spared me, any thought, and second at my brother's compliment, (2)______ it was backhanded. Dhri (3)_______commented on my looks; nor did he encourage me to comment on his. Such useless (4)_______he believed, made people vain. Was this another (5)________of change?
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 2.
Option 1: afterwards
Option 2: all
Option 3: through
Option 4: though
Correct Answer: though
Solution : The fourth option is correct.
- Though is used as a conjunction to introduce a subordinate clause that contrasts with the main clause.
- Here, the sentence is talking about two contrasting ideas (my brother's compliment and it was backhanded).
Therefore, the correct answer is though .
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