Choose the appropriate word to substitute for the given phrase:
A slow, sad song sung or played at a funeral
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Dirge
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Ballad | a song or poem that tells a story | The old folk singer sang a ballad about a brave king of Mewar. |
| (2) Anthem | a song of praise and loyalty, such as a song for one’s country | Everyone stood up when the national anthem was played before the match. |
| (3) Dirge (answer) | a slow, sad song or piece of music for a dead person, sung or played at a funeral | The band played a dirge as the soldier’s body was carried to the pyre. |
| (4) Hymn | a religious song that praises God (not a song of mourning) | Every morning the students of the convent school sing a hymn in the hall. |