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Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.

Allegiance to one’s favourite team is something that sports fans (1) ______ over a period of time. They are so attached to their favourite teams that they could display (2) ______ emotions, not just during the course of the match, but much after the actual event is over. This phenomenon, (3) ______ common across the globe, is more seen in countries like Brazil, India, the US and even the UK, where the favourite sport may not be the same in each of these nations. In spite of this craze and hysteria, sport has (4) ______ a long way. It is accepted as one of the world’s most (5) ______ pastimes ever.

Question

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number (5).

Option 1: entertaining

Option 2: tiresome

Option 3: inhibited

Option 4: detrimental


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: entertaining


Solution : The first option is correct.

The word entertaining in the sentence implies that the pastime being referred to is widely recognised or considered one of the most enjoyable and engaging activities globally.

It suggests that people find this pastime enjoyable and pleasurable, making it a popular and preferred activity among many individuals.

The meanings of the other options are as follows::

  • Tiresome: This word refers to something boring, exhausting, or causing fatigue.
  • Inhibited: This term typically refers to something that is restricted, restrained, or held back.
  • Detrimental: This word indicates something harmful, damaging, or causing a negative effect.

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