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A sentence/a part of the sentence is underlined. Four alternatives are given to the underlined part which will improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

His argument against his opponent duly brought jeers from the crowd.

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SSC CGL 2016 (Tier 1) Previous Year Question Paper (11-Sep-2016) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is

invective

The word "jeers" implies mockery or derision. The sentence describes an argument, and "invective" means abusive or insulting language. Therefore, "invective" accurately reflects the negative reaction of the crowd to the argument. "Praise" is the opposite, and "controversy" doesn't directly describe the crowd's reaction. "No improvement" is incorrect because "invective" is a more precise and fitting word than "jeers" in this context, describing the nature of the argument itself.

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