Choose the most appropriate option to fill in the blank in the given sentence:
Meera did not tell her parents about the broken flower vase ______ being scolded.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → for fear of
Complete sentence: Meera did not tell her parents about the broken flower vase for fear of being scolded. Meera kept quiet because she expected her parents to scold her.
| Option | Used to show | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) for fear of (answer) | because one is afraid that something bad will happen | Ravi did not open the window for fear of letting the mosquitoes in. |
| (2) in favour of | supporting or choosing someone or something | Most students voted in favour of a picnic to the zoo. |
| (3) by means of | by using something | The workers lifted the heavy box by means of a rope. |
| (4) in honour of | to show respect for someone or to celebrate something | The school held a function in honour of the retiring principal. |