Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The seaside resort of Mamallapuram was an ______ part of China's ancient Silk Route.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. integral.
- intentional- done on purpose, not by chance.
- integral- necessary in order to make something complete.
- intuitive- feeling about something.
- intensive- involving a lot of work or care in a short period of time.
The word “integral” which means “necessary and important as a part of a whole” and it is frequently used with countries and cultures. Therefore it should come in this context also as a country and its ancient culture mentioned here. Hence option 2 is correct.
The correct sentence will be-
The seaside resort of Mamallapuram was an integral part of China's ancient Silk Route.