Question : Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
To my utter (1)______the little dark boy was striding (2)______up and down the lawn while the white youngster walked (3)______. behind him. "Get me a banana!" The little boy ran (4)_______the house and (5)_______shortly.
Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 3.
Option 1: abjectly
Option 2: definitely
Option 3: obviously
Option 4: eventually
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Correct Answer: abjectly
Solution : The first option is correct.
The adverb abjectly implies a lowly or dejected state, suggesting that the youngster is following behind with a demeanour of deep unhappiness. This choice of adverb conveys a specific emotional tone to the action, emphasising the nature of the youngster's walking posture, making it the most appropriate choice.
The meanings of other words are as follows:
Therefore, the complete sentence would be, "To my utter astonishment, the little dark boy was striding up and down the lawn while the white youngster walked abjectly behind him".
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