In the question, an incomplete statement (Stem) followed by fillers is given.…
In the question, an incomplete statement (Stem) followed by fillers is given. Pick out the best one which can complete incomplete stem correctly and meaningfully.
Honesty is the essence of a successful relationship means
Answer: A. A successful relationship is characterized by honesty. — Correct completion: A successful relationship is characterized by honesty. Explanation: The word "essence" denotes the defining or most important quality. The…
- A.
A successful relationship is characterized by honesty.
- B.
Honesty adds a flavor to relationships.
- C.
Honesty gives a fragrance which makes relationship successful.
- D.
Honesty is not much important for relationships.
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Correct answer: A
Correct completion: A successful relationship is characterized by honesty.
Explanation: The word "essence" denotes the defining or most important quality. The completion above correctly expresses that honesty forms the core or defining character of a successful relationship.
"Honesty adds a flavor to relationships." — This makes honesty sound like an added feature or embellishment, not the fundamental quality implied by "essence."
"Honesty gives a fragrance which makes relationship successful." — This phrasing is awkward and does not clearly state that honesty is the defining quality; the metaphor is not as precise as saying honesty characterizes the relationship.
"Honesty is not much important for relationships." — This contradicts the stem and is also ungrammatical ('not very important' would be correct grammar). Even if corrected, it would be wrong in meaning.