Which of the phrases (1), (2), (3) and (4) given below each statement should…
2024
Which of the phrases (1), (2), (3) and (4) given below each statement should be placed in the blank space provided so as to make meaningful and grammatically correct sentence? If none of the options is appropriate, mark (5) i.e. ‘None of these’ as the answer.
Continuous unemployment has induced in the people a kind of ________ which is most depressing.
- A.
laziness
- B.
encouragement
- C.
satisfaction
- D.
anger
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Correct answer: A
Answer: laziness
Explanation:
Why laziness is correct: Continuous unemployment often causes a loss of initiative, lethargy or apathy. The phrase 'a kind of laziness which is most depressing' matches both the meaning and the grammatical structure of the sentence.
Why encouragement is incorrect: Encouragement is positive and would not be described as 'depressing'; unemployment would not induce encouragement in this context.
Why satisfaction is incorrect: Satisfaction is a positive feeling and is the opposite of what the sentence requires.
Why anger is less appropriate: Anger is an active, hostile emotion. The context suggests passivity and loss of drive caused by unemployment, so laziness is a more natural and precise fit.
Summary: 'laziness' best captures the depressive, passive effect continuous unemployment has on people and fits the sentence grammatically.