Multiple choice

Directions: Select the option that expresses the central idea in the most clear, concise and correct manner.

  1. The diesel pump had a loud, constant noise creating hurdles for my sleep.

  2. The constant noise of the diesel pump prevented me from sleeping.

  3. My sleep was prevented due to the constant noise of the diesel pump.

  4. The diesel pump made a constant noise which was detrimental to my sleep.

  5. I was disturbed in my sleep due to the constant noise of the diesel pump.
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Here, not only do the options (1), (3), (4) & (5) use unnecessary words but also they are not in active voice, while on the other hand, (2) is not only concise but also in active form. Hence, (2).

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