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Question : Directions: In the given question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four alternatives.

Due to heavy rains, water had ______ in the low-lying areas.

Option 1: gathered

Option 2: stagnated

Option 3: assembled

Option 4: entered


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Correct Answer: stagnated


Solution : The correct choice is the second option .

Stagnated means a situation where water or air ceases to move or flow and gathers in a space. "Gather" is also not incorrect, but "stagnated" is used in the context of water or the atmosphere, and thus is the appropriate choice.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Gathered means to bring together or collect things or people into one place.
  • Assembled means to gather or put together various parts or components to create a whole.
  • Entered means to come or go to a particular place. It can also mean to become involved in or participate in a particular situation, activity, or discussion.

Therefore, the correct sentence is: Due to heavy rains, water had stagnated in the low-lying areas.

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