Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Opera refers (1)_______ a dramatic art form, originating in Europe, in which the emotional content (2)________ conveyed to the audience as much through music, both vocal and instrumental, as it is through the lyrics. (3)___________contrast, in musical theatre an actor's dramatic performance is primary, and the music (4)_________ a lesser role. The drama in opera is (5)________ using the primary elements of theatre such as scenery, costumes and acting.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. presented.

Context: The sentence describes how drama in opera is shown or delivered through elements like scenery, costumes, and acting. The past participle “presented” correctly conveys that the drama is expressed or staged using these theatrical elements.

Meaning of the words:

Presenting – present participle, would require “is presenting,” changing the grammatical structure.
Being present – continuous form, awkward and incorrect in context.
Presented – past participle, correct here as it describes how the drama is effectively conveyed.
Present – adjective, implies existence rather than being staged, which is less accurate here.

Correct word: Presented, because the drama is presented using the primary elements of theatre.

Final Sentence: The drama in opera is presented using the primary elements of theatre such as scenery, costumes, and acting.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.

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