Question : Directions: In this question, a part of a sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2) and (3) which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative in case no improvement is needed your answer is (4).

The fronds of the coconut tree make a gentle musical note when the wind blows.

(1) music note

(2) music sound

(3) musical sound

(4) No improvement

Option 1: (1)

Option 2: (2)

Option 3: (3)

Option 4: (4)


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: (3)


Solution : The sentence could be improved using the third alternative .

"Fronds" is a noun that means a long leaf of any tree, and it does not produce any specific sound. A note is something that has a particular frequency. So, in this case, "musical sound" is a better alternative that correctly fits into the context of the sentence conveying its intended meaning.

Therefore, the correct sentence is, "The fronds of the coconut tree make a gentle musical sound when the wind blows."

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