In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

I suggested her two _____ dates, both in the coming month and just a few days ______ from each other to start her singing practice.

alternative, apart

The most appropriate option to fill in the blanks is:

☀ alternative, apart

Explanation for all options:

1. Alarming, near: "Alarming" doesn't make sense in the context of suggesting dates, and "near" doesn't convey the idea of the dates being a few days away from each other.

2. Adverse, different: "Adverse" means unfavorable or harmful, and "different" doesn't provide the right sense in the context of suggesting dates.

3. Alternative, apart: "Alternative" means different options, which fits the idea of suggesting dates. "Apart" fits the context of the dates being a few days away from each other.

4. Alternating, closely: "Alternating" means taking turns, which doesn't fit the context of suggesting dates. "Closely" doesn't convey the idea of being a few days away from each other.