Choose the pair of words that will make the sentence grammatically correct and meaningful: The mournful of the grieving widow thr…

English Language ·Previously asked in JKSSB Patwari 2024

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Question

Choose the pair of words that will make the sentence grammatically correct and meaningful:

The mournful of the grieving widow through the empty halls of the old mansion.

  1. A. wail, echoed (Correct answer)
  2. B. cries, filled
  3. C. sobs, resounded
  4. D. whispers, echoed

Correct Answer

Option A — wail, echoed

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is wail, echoed.

Key Points

  • The sentence: 'The mournful wail of the grieving widow echoed through the empty halls.' 'Wail' (singular noun) pairs correctly with 'echoed' (verb).
  • The mournful, resonant quality of 'wail echoed' fits the atmospheric context of the sentence perfectly.