Multiple choice

Blank (v)

Directions: Choose the most appropriate word to fill the numbered blanks.

Man (i) __________ live for himself alone. He lives for the good of others as well as for himself. Everyone has his duties (ii) __________ be it the richest or (iii) __________. To some life is a pleasure, to others it’s suffering. But (iv) __________ rest do not live for self–enjoyment or even for fame. Their aim (v) __________ to do useful work for a good cause. We must do our duty (vi) __________ man and God. It is the knowledge of good and evil, that (vii) __________ us responsible (viii) __________ man here and to God hereafter. Great deeds are to be worked for, hoped for and died for.

  1. is

  2. our

  3. are

  4. was
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The subject 'aim' is singular, requiring the singular verb 'is'. The complete sentence reads 'Their aim is to do useful work for a good cause,' which is grammatically correct and makes sense in context - describing people who are motivated by purpose rather than self-enjoyment.

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