Multiple choice

Directions: The sentence below has two blanks. Beneath the sentence are five sets of words. Choose the set of words that, when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.

_________ mob began to form full of angry men _______ incoherent threats.

  1. A huge, waving

  2. A lynch, muttering

  3. An ugly, gesturing

  4. A listless, shouting

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

“Angry men” is a clue here. Other words like 'huge', 'ugly', 'enthusiastic' and ';listless' are incompatible with angry men who are giving threats. So the best answer is (2).