Question

In the given text, the blanks are numbered (i)–(iv). Select the best match for all the blanks. Text:
From the ancient Athenian arena to the modern Olympic stadiums, athletics \_\_\_\_ (i) \_\_\_\_ the potential for a spectacle. The crowd \_\_\_\_ (ii) \_\_\_\_ with bated breath as the Olympian artist twists his body, stretching the javelin behind him. Twelve strides in, he begins to cross-step. Six cross-steps \_\_\_\_ (iii) \_\_\_\_ in an abrupt stop on his left foot. As his body \_\_\_\_ (iv) \_\_\_\_ like a door turning on a hinge, the javelin is launched skyward at a precise angle.

• A. (i) hold (ii) waits (iii) culminates (iv) pivot
• B. (i) holds (ii) wait (iii) culminates (iv) pivot
• C. (i) hold (ii) wait (iii) culminate (iv) pivots
• D. (i) holds (ii) waits (iii) culminate (iv) pivots

Hint:

Always ensure verb forms agree in number with their subjects and accurately reflect the actions described in the context.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

For (i), the correct verb form is ``holds'' as it matches with the singular subject ``athletics.'' For (ii), the correct verb form is ``waits,'' again matching with the singular subject ``The crowd.'' For (iii), ``culminate'' is correct because the actions of the strides cumulatively lead to the abrupt stop. For (iv), ``pivots'' fits as it describes the singular action of his body. Conclusion:
The answers (i) ``holds,'' (ii) ``waits,'' (iii) ``culminate,'' and (iv) ``pivots'' correctly fill the blanks in the given text, leading to the selection of option (D).