Select the most appropriate homophones to fill in the blanks.
Her father _________ her to opt for a chemistry __________ in her final year.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. allowed; course.
The sentence talks about a father giving permission to his daughter to choose chemistry as a subject in her final year.
The blanks require homophones, i.e. words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings.
First blank: "Allowed" is correct
Meaning: Gave permission.
Example: Students are allowed to use calculators in the exam.
Second blank: "Course" is correct.
Meaning: A subject or a program of study.
Example: She enrolled in an advanced chemistry course.
Meaning of the incorrect words:
Aloud – Refers to speaking out loud.
Coarse – Means rough or crude in texture.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.