Question

Choose the word(s) which has the same meaning and can be used in the same context as the italicized word/phrase in both the given sentences.
I. His understanding of the subject was really good.
II. Vijay had to hold on to the handle of the door with all his strength.

• A. make
• B. power
• C. pull
• D. seizure
• E. grasp

Answer 1

The correct option is E grasp

The word that fits in both the sentences is option E 'grasp'. 'Grasp' means to hold firmly. It also means to understand something. The context of sentence I is that his grasp of that subject is very good. The second sentence means that Vijay had firmly held the handle of the door. Option A 'make' means to build or construct. Option B 'power' means ability to do something. A and B do not fit in sentence I and II. Option C 'pull' means to drag . Option D 'seizure' means capture or take over. These two options D and E do not fit in sentence I. So, the best fit for both the sentences as replacement of the italicized words is Option E 'grasp'.