Select the appropriate option to fill in the blank:
When Meena’s name was announced as the district topper, her father stood up in the front row and clapped ______, with tears of joy in his eyes.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → proudly
Complete sentence: When Meena’s name was announced as the district topper, her father stood up in the front row and clapped proudly, with tears of joy in his eyes.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) proudly (answer) | in a way that shows pleasure and satisfaction at something one has done, or someone close to one has done (fits a father cheering the topper) | Grandpa proudly showed the neighbours my football medal. |
| (2) grudgingly | unwillingly, while not really wanting to | Aman grudgingly shared his chocolate with his little brother. |
| (3) timidly | in a shy, nervous way, without courage | The new girl timidly raised her hand to ask a question. |
| (4) lazily | slowly and without effort or energy | The cat stretched lazily in the afternoon sun. |