Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
Many years ago, high up among (1)______ old Swiss mountains, there lived a man named William Tell. He was a (2)______ hunter and considered to be the best shot in the (3)______ land. At that time, the country was ruled by a (4)______ named Gessler. Gessler was very proud of the power that he had (5)______ his people. He made many harsh laws which the people had to (6)______. He had his hat placed on a tall pole and ordered that anyone who (7)______ that way should bow to his hat. One day William Tell (8)_______ to pass that way. The soldier on duty asked him to bow or face the (9)______. But William Tell boldly refused and said he would never show (10)______ to a hat.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 2.
Option 1: named
Option 2: renowned
Option 3: claimed
Option 4: valid
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Correct Answer: renowned
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Renowned means famous or well-known, especially for a particular skill or characteristic. In this context, it correctly describes William Tell as a hunter who is widely recognized and celebrated for his exceptional skills, particularly in shooting.
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 1.
Option 1: an
Option 2: one
Option 3: the
Option 4: a
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 9.
Option 1: correction
Option 2: causes
Option 3: consequences
Option 4: condition
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 4.
Option 1: kingpin
Option 2: boss
Option 3: slave
Option 4: tyrant
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 3.
Option 1: combined
Option 2: entire
Option 3: overall
Option 4: total
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 5.
Option 1: over
Option 2: along
Option 3: above
Option 4: beside
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