Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. APJ Abdul Kalam’s house, located on Mosque Street, was within the reach of the famous temple of Rameswaram. It was just________from it.
Option 1: a stone’s throw away
Option 2: at one’s fingertip
Option 3: at arm’s length
Option 4: from pillar to post
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Correct Answer: a stone’s throw away
Solution : The correct option is the first option.
Explanation: A stone’s throw away means a very short distance, usually close enough to be reached by throwing a stone. In this context, it implies that APJ Abdul Kalam's house was very close to the famous temple of Rameswaram, within a short distance that could be covered by throwing a stone.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Therefore, the complete sentence is: "APJ Abdul Kalam’s house, located on Mosque Street, was within the reach of the famous temple of Rameswaram. It was just a stone’s throw away from it."
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