Question

Choose the correct word/phrase to complete the sentence.
I couldn't understand the ______ of his speech.

• A. clean
• B. content
• C. conflict
• D. contest

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

content

The word, 'clean' means 'free from dirt, marks or stains' which would be irrelevant and adds no meaning to the sentence.

The word, 'content' is an abstract noun which means 'the articles/ parts contained in a magazine/ a book'. It also refers to the various ideas that are contained and are explicitly mentioned in a piece of writing/ speech. Hence, option B is correct.

The word, 'conflict' means 'a serious disagreement or argument'.

The word, 'contest' means 'competition'.

As meanings of the words, 'clear', 'conflict' and 'contest' are unrelated to a speech, options A, C and D are incorrect.