Multiple choice

Directions: In this question, two sentences I and II are given. Each sentence has a blank. Five words, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are suggested. Out of these, only one fits at both the places in the context of each sentence. The number of that word is the answer.

I Our commandoes are ready to _______ inside and begin the rescue operation. II You just can't ________ the hopes of the poor.

  1. dart

  2. rush

  3. dash

  4. crush
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The word 'dash' fits both sentences. In sentence I, 'dash inside' means to rush or move quickly into a space. In sentence II, 'dash the hopes' is an idiomatic expression meaning to shatter, destroy, or disappoint someone's hopes. Both meanings are valid in context.

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