Fill in the blank with the appropriate word from the options given:
During the evening aarti, my little brother kept striking a small brass ______ in time with the temple bell.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → cymbal
Complete sentence: During the evening aarti, my little brother kept striking a small brass cymbal in time with the temple bell.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Symbol | a sign, shape or object that stands for something else | The white dove is a symbol of peace. |
| (2) Thimble | a small metal or plastic cap worn on the finger while sewing | Nani wears a thimble when she stitches buttons on my shirts. |
| (3) Signal | a light, sign or sound that gives a message or a warning | The auto stopped at the red signal. |
| (4) Cymbal (answer) | a round, thin metal plate that is struck to make a ringing sound in music | The drummer in the wedding band crashed his cymbal at the end of every song. |