Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank.
During the _____ of Queen Victoria, England made all-round progress.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. reign.
Given word: Reign
Meaning: The period during which a king or queen rules a country.
Example: Many great architectural wonders were built during the reign of Emperor Akbar.
Homonyms Explanation:
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Rain: water falling from the sky.
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Rein: a strap used to control a horse.
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Reign: the rule or period of power of a monarch.
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Rhine: the name of a river in Europe.
Correct word: Reign fits because the sentence talks about Queen Victoria’s rule.
Final Sentence: During the reign of Queen Victoria, England made all-round progress.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.