Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Collective Noun

Question:

Choose the correct collective noun from the options below and fill in the blanks.

An ____ of thunder rumbled in the distance.

Options:

Echo

Army

Squadron

Peal

Correct Answer:

Peal

Explanation:

The correct collective noun for the sound of thunder is "Peal." OPTION 4

Explanation:

Echo refers to the reflection of sound.

Army typically refers to a large group of soldiers.

Squadron usually refers to a military unit or a group of aircraft.

Peal specifically refers to a loud prolonged sound, such as that of thunder.

So, the correct sentence would be: "An peal of thunder rumbled in the distance."