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Question : Select the most appropriate synonym to substitute the underlined word.

The weather forecast mentioned that there would be a cloud burst this afternoon.

Option 1: rainstorm

Option 2: sandstorm

Option 3: famine

Option 4: snowfall


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Correct Answer: rainstorm


Solution : The most appropriate choice is the first option.

"Rainstorm" means heavy rainfall with the storm, which is the appropriate choice, as "cloud burst' means there would be heavy rainfall that afternoon.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • "Sandstorm" means a strong storm in the desert that carries sand in the wind.
  • "Famine" means extreme scarcity of food.
  • "Snowfall" means a fall of snow in an area.
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