Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word:
The old manor near Shimla has now been turned into a heritage hotel.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → a large old house in the countryside, with land around it
| Manor (underlined word) | |
|---|---|
| Meaning | a large old house in the countryside, with land around it |
| Example | The British officer once lived in a grand manor on the edge of the tea garden. |
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 2: the way in which something is done — Incorrect. This is the meaning of manner. Example: The new student spoke in a polite manner.
Option 3: a small hut where farm workers live — Incorrect. This is the meaning of cottage. Example: The farm workers lived in a small cottage at the edge of the mango orchard.
Option 4: a building where grain is stored — Incorrect. This is the meaning of granary. Example: After the harvest, the village stored its wheat in the old granary behind the temple.