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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.

The Amazon is the world’s largest tropical rainforest. It is (1)______ the size of the continent of Australia and covers (2)______ area of nearly 2.8 million square miles. The Amazon rainforest gets its life from the (3)______ Amazon River which runs through the heart (4)______ the region. The rainforest is simply the drained basin for the river and it's (5)______. The vast forest consists of four layers, each featuring its own ecosystems and specially adapted plants and animals.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 3.

Option 1: majestic

Option 2: magnetic

Option 3: major

Option 4: minor


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: majestic


Solution : The correct option to fill in the blank is the f irst option.

Explanation : In this context, the word majestic is the most appropriate choice for filling in the blank. The Amazon River is often referred to as majestic due to its grandeur, beauty, and importance in supporting the life and vitality of the Amazon rainforest. The term majestic conveys a sense of awe and splendour associated with the river's crucial role in the ecosystem.

Therefore, the correct answer is majestic.

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