Question

Choose the correct word/phrase to complete the sentence.
The old woman walked with great ___ on the slippery road.

• A. relief
• B. warning
• C. suspicion
• D. caution

Answer 1

The correct option is D caution

A slippery surface is one which is wet or smooth. A slippery road is a dangerous surface for a person to walk on, as it could cause one to slip or fall, resulting in being hurt. Hence, an old woman walking on such a surface would do so with great care to avoid danger. The word, 'caution' means 'care taken to avoid danger or mistakes'. Given this meaning, 'caution' is the correct word which can complete the sentence meaningfully. Option D is correct.

The word, 'relief' means 'a feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress. The word, 'warning' means 'a statement or event that warns of something or that serves as a cautionary example'. The word, 'suspicion' means 'a feeling or thought that something is possible, likely, or true'. Given the meanings as above, these words cannot complete the given sentence meaningfully. Hence, options A, B and C are incorrect.