Read the given passage and answer the four questions that follow:-
My summer holidays had begun, and I had promised my grandfather to join him on his morning walk. The mild sunshine and fresh air were new to me, as I had never been a morning person. My grandfather, an early riser, didn't need gadgets to track his routine. On the first morning, I realised what I had been missing-the refreshing air, the scent of flowers, and the serenity reserved for early risers. The Sun painted the sky in hues of orange and yellow, creating a breathtaking view.
Dressed in track pants and sneakers, we followed his regular route. He called out to stray dogs, feeding them biscuits he carried daily. He knew their names and even their ages. Birds chirped melodiously, and sweepers cleaned the streets, their brooms making a rhythmic swishing sound. Other walkers milled around a tea shop, sipping hot tea. My grandfather exchanged pleasantries with them, displaying a warm camaraderie.
As we returned after an hour, the peaceful atmosphere gave way to the hustle of the day. Women decorated their homes with vibrant rangoli, a charming Indian tradition. During the walk, my grandfather shared insights about Indian life and stories from his past. I realised the walk wasn't just exercise-it was a communion with nature and a lesson in appreciating life's quiet beauty. Grateful for this new experience, I understood the profound value of these moments with my grandfather.
The camaraderie observed during the walk was between the grandfather and:-
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → morning walkers at a tea shop
Camaraderie means friendship and trust among people who spend time together. The passage says other walkers gathered around a tea shop, and the grandfather exchanged pleasantries with them, displaying a warm camaraderie. The word is used for his bond with these walkers.
Example: The camaraderie among the players helped the team win.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: the stray dogs — Incorrect. Wrong meaning: the grandfather fed the dogs and knew their names, but camaraderie is a bond between people, and the passage uses the word for the walkers at the tea shop.
Option 3: birds chirping in the trees — Incorrect. Wrong focus: the birds are only part of the morning scene; there is no interaction with them.
Option 4: sweepers cleaning the streets — Incorrect. Wrong part of the passage: the sweepers are mentioned only for the sound of their brooms; the grandfather does not talk to them.