Eavesdropping is secretly listening to the private conversation of other people. Which of the following situations is the best example of eavesdropping?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Hiding behind the door, Aman listens as his parents quietly discuss what to buy him for his birthday.
Eavesdropping has two parts: the conversation is private and between other people, and the listener listens secretly.
In Option (1) Aman hides behind the door to hear a private talk between his parents. Both parts are present.
Why the other options are incorrect
Option (2) Aman listens carefully to the principal’s speech in the school assembly. — Incorrect. A speech in the assembly is public, and Aman listens openly.
Option (3) Aman’s sister whispers a secret to him and asks him not to tell anyone. — Incorrect. Aman is part of the conversation; his sister is speaking to him.
Option (4) Aman’s parents ask him to sit with them while they discuss the family budget. — Incorrect. Aman is invited to listen, so he is not listening secretly.