Question

    In the questions given below, a part of the sentence

    is given in bold. Below each sentence, some phrases are given which can substitute the bold part of the sentence. Identify the phrase which can correctly substitute the bold part of the sentence. If the sentence is correct as it is, the answer should be ‘no improvement is required’. The sudden drop in temperature last night ignited a severe cold wave across the region.
    A intensified Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B triggered Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C resisted Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D no improvement is required Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Ignited" is usually used for fire or conflict, not weather. "Triggered" is the appropriate word to describe the start of a natural event.

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