Choose the most appropriate combination of words for the blanks in the following sentences from the options given :-

1. A good citizen is always ______ for liberty and freedom.
2. Prices will _____ higher and higher in coming days.
3. Ashoka's _____ was full of peace.
4. The funeral _______ were performed by the eldest son.

1. zealous 2. soar 3. reign 4. rites

The correct answer is Option (3) → 1. zealous 2. soar 3. reign 4. rites

• A good citizen is always zealous (enthusiastic) for liberty and freedom.

• Prices will soar (rise quickly).

• Ashoka's reign (period of rule) was full of peace.

• The funeral rites (ceremonial rituals) were performed by the eldest son.