Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
For no ___________ reason, the train suddenly stopped, and the passengers went into a state of panic.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. apparent.
The sentence is:
'For no ___________ reason, the train suddenly stopped, and the passengers went into a state of panic.'
The phrase 'no apparent reason' is a common and correct expression meaning 'no obvious or visible reason.' It fits the context of a sudden, unexplained event like a train stopping unexpectedly.
Let’s look at why the other options are incorrect:
taken – Doesn’t make sense in this context; not used with 'reason' in this way.
florid – Means overly decorative or flowery, especially in language or style. Not suitable for describing a reason.
gaudy – Means flashy or tastelessly showy. Also not appropriate to describe a reason.