Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.

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: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. to.

Context: The sentence introduces the definition of opera: 'Opera refers to a dramatic art form...' The preposition to is standard when defining or pointing something out.

Meaning of the words:

to – used to indicate relation, reference, or direction, correct here.
for – indicates purpose or benefit, not suitable in this context.
on – indicates position or topic, incorrect here.
with – indicates accompaniment or association, not suitable here.

Correct word: To, because 'refers to' is the correct idiomatic expression.

Final Sentence: Opera refers to a dramatic art form, originating in Europe, in which the emotional content is conveyed to the audience as much through music, both vocal and instrumental, as it is through the lyrics.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.

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