Question

Replace the underlined phrase using an appropriate collective noun:
I was thrilled to get a lot of pearls strung together.

• A. line of pearls
• B. necklace of pearls
• C. row of pearls
• D. queue of pearls

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

necklace of pearls

The word, 'necklace' refers to an ornamental chain or string of beads or jewels strung together. Hence, this is the most appropriate word which can describe the underlined phrase. Hence, option B is correct.

"Line', 'queue' and 'row' are not appropriate collective nouns which can describe 'a lot of pearls strung together'. Hence, options A, C and D are incorrect.