Question : Directions: In the following question, the sentence given with a blank is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four.

He is as firm _____ a rock.

Option 1: to

Option 2: as

Option 3: of

Option 4: like


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: as


Solution : The second option is the correct choice.

As is used to compare the similes, indicating that the quality described is similar to what is being compared to a particular thing.

In this sentence, rock is being used as part of a comparison.

Therefore, the complete sentence is, "He is as firm as a rock."

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