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.
Priya _____ a taste for poetry in the company of her cousin.
Option 1: Imbibed
Option 2: Fostered
Option 3: Learnt
Option 4: Cultivated
Correct Answer: Cultivated
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option "cultivated".
"Cultivated'' means to develop or nurture, and it fits perfectly in the sentence conveying the intended meaning that Priya developed a taste for poetry in the company of her cousin.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
- "Imbibed'' means to absorb or take in something without deliberate effort.
- "Fostered'' means to encourage or promote growth.
- "Learnt'' means acquiring knowledge or skill.
Therefore, the complete sentence is "Priya cultivated a taste for poetry in the company of her cousin".
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