Question : Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the given sentence.
They ___________ their country by selling its secrets to other governments.
Option 1: supported
Option 2: resumed
Option 3: protected
Option 4: betrayed
Correct Answer: betrayed
Solution : The correct answer is option 4.
Explanation:
- To fill in the void in the supplied sentence, we need a word that sounds similar to 'cheated or let down.'
- Consider the following definitions:
- - supported: provided aid to.
- - Resumed restarting or continuing after a stop or interruption.
- - Protected: shielded from damage or injury.
- - Betrayed: exposing (one's country, an organisation, or a person) to danger by supplying information to an enemy in a treacherous manner.
- Based on the definitions of the words, we can conclude that 'betrayed' is the best response.
- As a result, the right answer is'betrayed.'