Choose the correct noun form of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank:
The ______ of the new bridge over the Yamuna was tested with loaded trucks. (strong)
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → strength
Abstract noun from an adjective:
- “Strong” is an adjective. Its abstract noun is strength. The spelling changes: strong → strength.
- The blank comes after “The” and before “of”, so it needs a noun. “Strength” means how strong something is.
- Complete sentence: The strength of the new bridge over the Yamuna was tested with loaded trucks.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: strongly — Incorrect. “Strongly” is an adverb. It tells how something is done. Example: Papa strongly believes in getting up early.
Option 2: stronger — Incorrect. “Stronger” is an adjective. It compares two things. Example: The new rope is stronger than the old one.
Option 4: strengthen — Incorrect. “Strengthen” is a verb. It means to make something stronger. Example: Daily exercise will strengthen your back.