A sentence has been given with a blank to be filled with an appropriate word. Choose the correct alternative.
When there are negative and toxic thoughts _______ your mind, you can never think positively.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. clouding.
- In the given sentence, the blank needs to be filled with a verb that can describe the action of negative and toxic thoughts affecting one's ability to think positively.
- Here, "clouding" is a present participle verb that functions as an adjective and modifies the noun "thoughts".
- The phrase "clouding your mind" describes the action of negative and toxic thoughts obscuring or making it difficult to think clearly and positively.
- The sentence uses a present participle verb form to express the ongoing nature of this action.
The correct option to fill in the blank would be "clouding", making the sentence:
"When there are negative and toxic thoughts clouding your mind, you can never think positively."