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Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

The pirates will try to _____________the gold ornaments.

Option 1: cease

Option 2: seize

Option 3: slice

Option 4: steel


Team Careers360 17th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: seize


Solution : The correct choice is the second option .

Seize means to take hold of forcibly or with authority, which fits the context of the pirates taking the gold ornaments. In this context, seize is the correct choice, indicating the pirates' intention to forcibly take possession of the gold ornaments.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Cease means to stop or bring to an end.
  • Slice means to cut into thin, flat pieces.
  • Steel means to take or move stealthily.

Therefore, the complete sentence is: The pirates will try to seize the gold ornaments.

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