In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. A man is not bad (1)_______ birth but circumstances make him bad. He was a kind man and wanted to join a (2)________ circus. His ambition was not fulfilled (3)_______ his parents did not agree. He held his family and society (4)________ for the frustration of his dreams. Therefore, he became (5)_______ with everyone.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 5.
aloof
The correct answer is aloof.
"Therefore" indicates that the sentence with blank 5 is a consequence of the previous sentence (frustration and blaming). Word Meanings: Know the precise meanings of the options provided. A dictionary can be helpful if unsure. By considering these context clues, you can eliminate options that don't make sense and choose the word that best fits the meaning and flow of the passage.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
What would come in place of 1
What would come in place of 2
What would come in place of 3
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What would come in place of 5