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:
- At one’s fingertip means readily available or easily accessible.
- At arm’s length means to keep someone or something at a distance.
- From pillar to post means moving from one place or situation to another without purpose or direction.
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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