Question

Fill in blank (2) with an appropriate word.

• A. conceited
• B. selfish
• C. domineering
• D. ego-centric

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

domineering

The given conversation is about a student, Reema, whose qualities are being discussed by two teachers. The first teacher says that some people are of the opinion that Reema "tries to control others too much". To this, the second teacher agrees, and uses an adjective that describes her controlling nature "I agree, she can be quite...at times", we need to choose the correct adjective from these options. 'Domineering' means 'to rule arbitrarily, to have authority over others', this is quite similar to what the teacher says "tries to control others too much", hence it is the appropriate adjective and option C is correct. 'Conceited' means 'vain, proud, self-important', it does not mean the same as having a controlling behaviour, hence it isn't the correct adjective and option A is incorrect. 'Selfish' means 'to be devoted to only oneself, to care about only oneself', it does not mean the same as her controlling behaviour, hence option B is incorrect. Similarly, 'egocentric' also means selfish, or self-centered, it does not relate to the ongoing conversation, hence option D is correct.