Question :
Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3) which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case, no improvement is needed your answer is (4).
His powerful desire brought about his downfall.
(1) His intense desire
(2) His desire for power
(3) His fatal desire
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
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Correct Answer: (2)
Solution : The correct choice is the second option, "his desire for power".
It specifies that his desire was for power, which fits the context of the sentence and conveys the intended meaning effectively.
The other options change the meaning of the sentence, and hence, they do not improve it.
Therefore, the correct sentence is, "His desire for power brought about his downfall."
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