Multiple choice

Directions: Choose a suitable synonym for the underlined word.

He fumbled in his pockets for his key.

  1. he put his keys in the pocket

  2. he groped clumsily in search of the keys

  3. he acted hesitantly

  4. none of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Fumble means to search (for a thing) by feeling about awkwardly with the hands; grope clumsily. Hence, option 2.  

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