Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank that is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer.
Losing a child is most people`s worst ________.
Option 1: nightmare
Option 2: night school
Option 3: pride
Option 4: pleasantry
Correct Answer: nightmare
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Nightmare means a frightening or unpleasant dream. In the context provided, it is used metaphorically to convey a person's worst fear or most distressing experience.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
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Night School: An institution or program of education for adults who are working during the day.
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Pride: A feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one's own achievements.
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Pleasantry: A remark or action that is courteous or pleasant but not necessarily important or serious.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: "Losing a child is most people's worst nightmare ."
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