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 speaker was asked to throw some _________ on the current situation. II The army has planned to install a high powered ________ system on the border.

  1. monitoring

  2. information

  3. light

  4. control

  5. fluff
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The word 'light' fits both contexts perfectly. In sentence I, 'throw light on' is a common idiom meaning to clarify or explain something. In sentence II, 'light system' refers to an illumination system for border security.

Keep practicing — related questions