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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.

Your opening paragraph should ____ the reader's attention.

Option 1: at least

Option 2: address

Option 3: attract

Option 4: affect


Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: address


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

The word "attract" is the correct choice in this sentence because it means to draw or gain the interest or attention of someone. In the context of writing, particularly in an opening paragraph, the goal is to create content that captivates or engages the reader. So, the phrase "attract the reader's attention" is used to convey this idea.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • At least is a phrase that signifies a minimum amount or requirement and doesn't convey the idea of engaging the reader.
  • Address typically means to speak or write to someone about a particular topic and doesn't convey the sense of capturing attention.
  • Affect means to influence or have an impact on something, but it's not appropriate for describing what an opening paragraph should do.

Therefore, the complete sentence is: Your opening paragraph should attract the reader's attention.

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