Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2) and (3) that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
Being a wet day, he stayed at home.
(1) Though
(2) As it was
(3) Since
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
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Correct Answer: (2)
Solution : The second option is the correct answer.
It maintains the cause-and-effect relationship between the wet day and his staying at home. The phrase "As it was" helps to connect the conditions.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: As it was a wet day, he stayed at home.
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