Question

Fill in the blank with the most suitable option:
The bicycle is a _______ of transport.

• A. type
  
• B. means
  
• C. kind
  
• D. variety
  

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

means

We can say that the bicycle is a 'way' or 'tool' of transport. Thus, the answer must mean 'way' or 'tool'.

Option A is incorrect. Type does not mean 'way' or 'tool'. Thus it is incorrect.

Option B is correct. 'Means' in this context means 'way'. Thus, it is the best fit for the blank.

Option C is incorrect. Kind has the same meaning as option A. Thus, it is not a good fit either.

Option D is incorrect. Variety means 'form' and not 'way or 'tool'. Thus, it does not fit in the blank.

Here, we can also notice that options A, C and D have the same meaning. Since all three options cannot be correct, all of them must be incorrect. Thus, making option B automatically correct.