Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
His painting was declared the best ______ all the entries.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. among.
Context: The sentence compares one item (his painting) with more than two entries.
We use “among” when referring to more than two items or people.
Meaning of the options:
Between: Used for comparison between two items only.
Among: Used for comparison within a group of more than two.
From: Refers to origin or source; not suitable in this context.
Through: Implies movement across; not suitable here.
Correct word: Among
Final Sentence: His painting was declared the best among all the entries.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.