In the following question, a sentence / a part of sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.
Having run here and there in rage, he stood defeated, his cries suppressed into sobs.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. helter-skelter.
- helter-skelter- in disorderly haste or confusion and fear.
- to and fro- move repeatedly from one place to another and back again, or from side to side.
- far and wide- over a large area.
According to the context of the statement the chosen option will be correct as it is used to show running in haste or confusion and fear.
The correct sentence will be-
Having run helter-skelter in rage, he stood defeated, his cries suppressed into sobs.