Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Both the criminals were cruel and ________.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. brutal.
- This choice is suitable because "brutal" intensifies the meaning of "cruel," highlighting the severity and violence of the criminals' actions.
- The other options, such as "sympathetic," "warm," and "diligent," do not align with the negative connotation established by "cruel," making "brutal" the most fitting option.