Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

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Question:

Choose the appropriate option to complete the following sentence:

She was totally ______ by the personal question during the interview for the post of an administrator.

Options:

capricious

feeble

bewildered

bewitched

Correct Answer:

bewildered

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → bewildered

 

  • Capricious:

    • Meaning: Someone who is impulsive, unpredictable, or prone to sudden changes in mood or behavior.
    • Why not correct: It does not fit the context of being "totally ____ by the personal question." The sentence implies a reaction to confusion or discomfort, not unpredictability.
  • Feeble:

    • Meaning: Weak, either physically or mentally.
    • Why not correct: The word "feeble" does not convey the confusion or disorientation caused by the question. It suggests a state of weakness, which doesn't align with the situation described.
  • Bewildered:

    • Meaning: Confused or perplexed.
    • Why correct: "Totally bewildered" fits perfectly because it describes someone feeling disoriented or confused by a situation, such as being asked a personal question in an interview.
  • Bewitched:

    • Meaning: Captivated or enchanted, often in a magical or charming way.
    • Why not correct: Being "bewitched" suggests fascination or enchantment, which does not align with the discomfort implied in the sentence.