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 The workers were asked to put a big _________ on the leakage. II When the dean entered his office at midnight, he found the _________ broken.

  1. lock

  2. check

  3. curb

  4. seal

  5. latch
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The word 'seal' works appropriately in both contexts. In sentence I, 'put a seal on the leakage' means to close, plug, or make airtight/watertight to prevent flow. In sentence II, 'the seal was broken' refers to the locking mechanism or closure device being damaged. 'Seal' conveys both closing action and closure device.

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