Question

Select the suitable option to complete the sentence:

The old 'nature versus _____' debate regarding crime continues even today.

• A. man
• B. universe
• C. culture
• D. nurture

Answer 1

The correct option is A man

Let's examine the sentence: "The old 'nature versus _____' debate regarding crime continues even today." The sentence brings out the comparison with respect to 'crime.' This rules out Options B and D as 'universe' and 'nurture' are not used with regards to 'crime.' Now, the sentence needs an option that can be contrasted with 'nature.' So, 'man' is a more appropriate choice here rather than 'culture' because 'culture' is made by man only. So, activities and existence of 'man' implies 'culture' as well. Hence, 'man' is appropriate choice for the blank in the sentence. So, Option A is the correct answer.