Select the collective noun that best completes the sentence:
In 2020, a ________ of locusts destroyed standing crops in many districts of Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → plague
Complete sentence: In 2020, a plague of locusts destroyed standing crops in many districts of Rajasthan and Gujarat.
| Collective noun | Means |
|---|---|
| (1) Pack | a group of wolves or dogs that hunt together |
| (2) Pride | a group of lions |
| (3) Shoal | a group of fish |
| (4) Plague (answer) | a very large number of insects, such as locusts, that come at one time and cause damage |