Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 3.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. intimate.
The passage describes how indigenous cultures have a deep knowledge of nature.
"Intimate" means deep, thorough, and close understanding, making it the best fit.
Other options:
Acquired: Means "obtained," but it doesn’t convey depth.
Estimated: Means "roughly calculated," which is incorrect here.
Gained: Means "obtained" but doesn’t reflect deep knowledge.
Hence, the chosen option is correct