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    Question

    In the question given below, a sentence is given with

    three blanks. Choose the correct combination of blanks that fit in the corresponding blanks. In the case that all three words fit in the sentence but are given in incorrect sequence choose option (D). In the case that all three words fit in the sentence in the same sequence as given, i.e., (A), (B), (C), choose option (E). The people of the country were ____(A)_____ because of the government's __(B)_____taxing policy and filed a public_______(C)________ in the court in protest. A. Displeased B. Inconsiderate C. Petition
    A Only A and B are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only B and C are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only A and C are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Sequence should be altered Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All are in correct sequence Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In A, we need an adverb that qualifies the verb WERE. The sentence talks about the dissatisfaction of the people with the government. In B, we need an adjective that qualifies the noun phrase TAXING POLICY. The sentence speaks about the thoughtless nature of the taxation system. In C, we need a noun that can be qualified by the adjective PUBLIC. The sentence talks about how the people appealed to the court in protest. Hence, (e) is the correct answer.

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