Question

Fill in the blank with a suitable option:
A word from the passage which is similar in meaning to 'determination' ___________.

• A. Belief
• B. Fascination
• C. Endearing
• D. Perseverance

Answer 1

The correct option is D Perseverance

• Option D is the correct answer because 'determination' means 'firmness of purpose'. Thus, option D 'perseverance' is the most similar in meaning.
  
• Option A is incorrect because 'belief' means 'faith or confidence' whereas 'determination' means 'firmness of purpose'. Thus, option A is not the appropriate meaning.
  
• Option B is incorrect because 'fascination' means 'interest or enchanting' whereas whereas 'determination' means 'firmness of purpose'. Thus, option B is not the appropriate meaning.
  
• Option C is incorrect because 'endearing' means 'inspiring affection' whereas 'determination' means 'firmness of purpose'. Thus, option C is not the appropriate meaning.