Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank.
The prince is the ____________to the throne.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. heir.
An "heir" is a person who is legally entitled to inherit something, usually a title, property, or position, after the current holder’s death.
In the context of a monarchy, the "heir to the throne" refers to the person who is next in line to become king or queen.
The sentence is talking about a prince who is in line to become the monarch (king or queen), making the term "heir" the most appropriate word.
Hence, the correct sentence is:- "The prince is the heir to the throne."