Directions : In the following items similar sounding words are given, followed by sentences where in each sentence one of these words has been used, and underlined. You are required to select those sentences in which these words have been used most appropriately and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
1. The news reports have been heavily censored.
2. The censure board must regulate the cinematic content.
3. Incense was wafting out of the censer carried by the priest.
In which of the sentences given above has / have the word(s) been used correctly ?
Understanding Word Meanings: Censor, Censure, Censer
It is crucial to understand the distinct meanings of these similar-sounding words:
- Censor: To examine and remove objectionable parts of a text, film, or other communication.
- Censure: To express severe disapproval, often formally.
- Censer: A container, typically on a chain, in which incense is burned.
Analyzing Sentence Word Usage
Sentence 1: Correct Use of 'Censored'
The sentence "The news reports have been heavily censored" correctly uses 'censored'. News reports are often reviewed and parts removed (censored) if deemed sensitive or inappropriate.
Sentence 2: Incorrect Use of 'Censure'
The sentence "The censure board must regulate the cinematic content" uses 'censure' incorrectly. A board that regulates content is a 'censor' board, responsible for 'censorship', not 'censure' (disapproval).
Sentence 3: Correct Use of 'Censer'
The sentence "Incense was wafting out of the censer carried by the priest" correctly uses 'censer'. A censer is specifically the vessel used for burning incense.
Identifying Correct Sentences
Based on the analysis, the words 'censored' (in sentence 1) and 'censer' (in sentence 3) are used correctly. Sentence 2 incorrectly substitutes 'censure' for 'censor'.
Therefore, the sentences where the words have been used correctly are 1 and 3.
This corresponds to Option 3.
Similar Questions
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Directions : In the following questions a pair of similar sounding words is provided. You are required to select the option that most appropriately describes the meaning of both the words and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
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Important Questions from Homophones
Fill in the blank with the appropriate homonym :
He left the meeting in a fit of __________ .
Fill in the blank with the appropriate homonym :
A __________ gives us his words of wisdom.
Select the most appropriate homophone to fill in the blank.
The dog took a __________ during his walk and lifted his __________ to indicate that he was tired.
Select the most appropriate homophone to fill in the blank.
Even animals find it difficult to ______ the loss of their loved ones.
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
Our ______ is a man of ______.
