Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
In the $19^{\text {th }}$ century, there was an industrial revolution in Europe. As a result, millions of people left the (1) _______ and went to work in big factories in cities. Today, it is the reverse. In several major cities, people have started moving out. Why? They want a cleaner, (2)_______environment. There are fewer jobs in ‘heavy' industries like steel and power generation. (3) _______, there are more jobs in service industries like banking, tourism and food delivery. Besides, modern transport and communications have made it easier for people to (4) _______to work or even work from home. The result of this revolution in the 21st century will be ‘spread cities' – cities are growing fast, but (5) _______, away from city centres and people are choosing to live 40, 50 or 60 kilometres away.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.
Option 1: greener
Option 2: worse
Option 3: dark
Option 4: higher
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Correct Answer: greener
Solution : The most appropriate choice is the first option .
Explanation: In the context of people moving out of major cities for a "cleaner, greener environment" greener refers to an environment that is more environmentally friendly, with more natural areas and less pollution.
The other options don't fit in the context.
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