Choose the correct noun form of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank:
After a long talk with the family, Papa took the ______ to sell our old scooter. (decide)
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → decision
Abstract noun from a verb:
- Some verbs make an abstract noun with -sion. Decide → decision.
- The blank comes after “took the”, so it needs a noun. “Decision” means a choice made after thinking.
- Complete sentence: After a long talk with the family, Papa took the decision to sell our old scooter.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: decisive — Incorrect. “Decisive” is an adjective. It means able to make up your mind quickly. Example: Our captain is quick and decisive on the field.
Option 3: decided — Incorrect. “Decided” is the past form of the verb “decide”. Example: We decided to walk to the station.
Option 4: decisively — Incorrect. “Decisively” is an adverb. It means in a firm and clear way. Example: Our school team won the final decisively.