Choose the correct noun form of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank:
Out of ______, little Aarav opened every box in Nani’s store room. (curious)
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → curiosity
Abstract noun from an adjective:
- Some adjectives make an abstract noun with -ity. Curious → curiosity.
- “Out of” here means “because of”. It needs a noun after it. “Curiosity” means a strong wish to know something.
- Complete sentence: Out of curiosity, little Aarav opened every box in Nani’s store room.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: curiously — Incorrect. “Curiously” is an adverb. It tells how something is done. Example: The puppy sniffed the new shoes curiously.
Option 2: curio — Incorrect. “Curio” is a noun, but it means a small rare object kept for show. Example: Mama bought a brass curio at the handicraft fair.
Option 3: curious — Incorrect. “Curious” is an adjective. It describes a person who wants to know things. Example: Small children are curious about everything.