Question

    In the following question, a word has been used in

    sentences in THREE different ways. Choose the option corresponding to the sentences in which the usage of the word is CORRECT or APPROPRIATE. CAVORT i) The children cavorted in the garden, laughing and running around in circles.ii) After the long journey, they sat in the room, cavorting over their tiredness.iii) The soldiers cavorted on the battlefield, showing no discipline in the midst of the war.
    A Only i Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only ii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both i & ii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Both i & iii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    i) Correct: "Cavort" means to jump or move around excitedly, especially in a playful manner, which fits here.ii) Incorrect: "Cavorting" doesn’t relate to expressing tiredness. It’s usually about playful or energetic movements.iii) Incorrect: "Cavorting" would not be appropriate in the context of soldiers on a battlefield, as it implies playful or carefree behavior, which is inappropriate in that serious context.

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