Multiple choice

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (ii).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

The difference in ______(i)______ of parents towards their several children, is sometimes _______(ii)_____; especially in the mothers. As goes a famous saying, “A _____(iii)_____ son rejoices the father, but an ungracious son shames the mother.” Men have a foolish manner in creating and breeding _______(iv)_____ between brothers, during childhood, which may at times disturb the families.

  1. worthy

  2. unacceptable

  3. appropriate

  4. illustrative
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B Correct answer
Explanation

"Unacceptable" is correct because the passage describes differences in parental treatment that can cause family disturbance. The sentence structure "The difference in affection... is sometimes ______" indicates that such differences are viewed negatively. "Unacceptable" means not satisfactory or appropriate, which fits with the idea that differential treatment of children is problematic. "Worthy" and "appropriate" are positive. "Illustrative" doesn't convey the negative judgment needed in this context.

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