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Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with blanks that are to be filled in with appropriate words. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer.

The little boy ran_____ fast that he was ______ for breath.

Option 1: Too, fighting

Option 2: So, gasping

Option 3: Very, struggling

Option 4: So, inhaling


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Correct Answer: So, gasping


Solution : The second option is the correct choice.

The adverb "so" and the verb "gasping" fit perfectly in the sentence. "So" is used to indicate the extent of an action and "gasping" is the appropriate word to describe the act of struggling to breathe.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Inhaling: Breathing in the air or taking a deep breath.
  • Very: Used to emphasise something.
  • Struggling: Having a tough time or finding something hard.
  • Too: Used as an adverb to emphasise something.
  • Fighting: It is the gerund form of "fight", which means engaging in a physical or verbal conflict.

Therefore, the complete sentence is, "The little boy ran so fast that he was gasping for breath".

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