Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3) that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
I was greatly shocked by the most ruthless murder.
(1) gruesome
(2) shocking
(3) loathsome
(4) No improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
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Correct Answer: (1)
Solution : The sentence can be improved using the first option .
Gruesome means extremely disturbing or unpleasant in a particularly violent way, which fits the context of a murder. It is the correct choice because it provides a more appropriate adjective to describe the nature of the murder.
Therefore, the correct sentence would be: I was greatly shocked by the most gruesome murder.
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