Question

Choose the word which can be substituted for the given phrase/sentence:

The loop of rope with a running knot used to hang a person

• A. Noose
• B. Cable
• C. Cord
• D. Chord

Answer 1

The correct option is A Noose

Option A: 'Noose' is 'a loop with a running knot, used to trap animals or hang people'.

Hence this word substitutes the given words and option A is correct.

Option B: 'Cable' is 'a thick rope of wire used for construction or for transmitting electricity'.

Option C: 'Cord' is 'a thin, flexible string or rope'.

Option D: 'Chord' is 'three or more musical notes played at the same time'

These words do not mean the same as the given group of words. So, it cannot replace them.

Hence options B, C and D are incorrect.