Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some of the words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives
Intriguingly, those who (1)_____ the psychobiotic diet reported they felt less stressed compared (2)_____ those who followed the control diet. There was also a direct correlation between how strictly (3)_____ followed the diet and their perceived stress levels, with those who (4)_____ more psychobiotic foods during the four-week period reporting the (5)_____ reduction in perceived stress levels.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 1.
Option 1: casted
Option 2: followed
Option 3: believed
Option 4: bellowed
Correct Answer: followed
Solution : The second option is the correct choice.
The sentence is discussing the individuals who adhered to the diet and reported feeling less stressed. Followed is a suitable term to describe the action of engaging in or complying with the psychobiotic diet.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Casted is not commonly used and may be considered incorrect in English.
Believed refers to holding something to be true or accepting something as valid.
Bellowing is to shout loudly or make a deep, resonant sound.
Therefore, the correct answer is, followed.
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