Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold parts at 1, 2, and 3 that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is 4.
The fugitive was finally stopped at the airport.
(1) compromised
(2) comprehended
(3) apprehended
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: 1
Option 2: 2
Option 3: 3
Option 4: 4
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Correct Answer: 3
Solution : The third option is the correct choice.
- Stopped means 'to make something stationary' and should be replaced with apprehended, which means 'to arrest somebody'.
- Compromised means that something has been exposed to risk, harm, or loss of reputation, often due to making concessions or mistakes.
- Comprehended means understood or grasped intellectually.
Therefore, the correct statement would be: "The fugitive was finally apprehended at the airport."
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