Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 10.

1. devised
2. developed
3. determined
4. decided

Explanation

- In spite of all the honours that were heaped upon him, Pasteur remained a simple man (1)______ heart.

- Options could include "at," "in," or similar prepositions.

- Perhaps the memories of his boyhood days, when he (2)______ the familiar scenes of his birthplace

- Likely verbs: "visited," "recalled."

- and the (3)______ to be a great artist never wholly left him.

- Suitable words may be "desire," "dream."

- He did (4)______ a great artist but after his sixteenth year he (5)______ the brush forever.

- Correct verbs might be "not become," "abandoned."

- He put his soul and energy (6)______ his work, and it was this very energy that in the end (7)______ him out.

- Preposition needed for (6) is probably "into."

- Verb for (7) might be "wore."

- For him, each sufferer was more than (8)______ a case that was to be cured.

- Possible words: "just," "merely."

- He looked upon the (9)______ against hydrophobia as a battle

- Could be "fight," "war."

- and he was (10)______ to win at any cost.

- Possible choices are "devised," "developed," "determined," "decided."

- ?? Determined fits the best as it conveys a strong will to succeed in his mission.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 9.

1. mutiny
2. scuffle
3. rivalry
4. fight

Explanation

- The passage describes Louis Pasteur and his dedication to his work. It highlights how he remained humble despite his achievements and how his devotion to helping others ultimately took a toll on him.

- Blank 9: The word needed should convey a struggle or effort against something harmful.

- Option 1: mutiny - Refers to a rebellion against authority, not fitting the context of a struggle for a cure.

- Option 2: scuffle - Implies a minor physical fight or struggle, usually involving more than one person, which doesn't fit the scenario described.

- Option 3: rivalry - Suggests competition between two entities, not suitable for the described effort to combat a disease.

- Option 4: fight - Correct choice as it encapsulates the struggle or battle against hydrophobia that Pasteur undertook. This aligns with the context of a determined effort to overcome a disease.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 8.

1. exactly
2. just
3. absolutely
4. but

Explanation

Let’s break it down and look at the statements and the answer options for blank no. 8.

- The line is: “For him, each sufferer was more than (8)______ a case that was to be cured.”

- Here’s the thing: The blank needs a word that shows each person meant more to Pasteur than just being a ‘case.’

- Option 1: exactly a case — feels cold, a bit too clinical.

- Option 2: just a case — this fits naturally. “More than just a case” is a common, human way to emphasize value beyond the obvious.

- Option 3: absolutely a case — awkward phrasing, doesn’t fit the context.

- Option 4: but a case — grammatically odd.

- The sentence is contrasting the impersonal idea of “just a case” with Pasteur’s deeper empathy. “More than just a case” is how real people would say it.

- Answer: Option 2—just

You got it. The phrase “more than just a case” nails the intended meaning, tone, and flow of the sentence. Plain and simple. That’s how people actually talk about caring deeply—something Pasteur obviously did.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 7.

1. cut
2. wore
3. blew
4. let

Explanation

- The passage talks about Pasteur's dedication to his work and how his relentless energy eventually took a toll on him.

- Option 1, "cut": This implies physically cutting something away, which doesn't make sense in this context.

- Option 2, "wore": This suggests that his intense dedication gradually exhausted him over time.

- Option 3, "blew": Implies a sudden loss or disappearance, which doesn't align with the gradual nature implied by the rest of the text.

- Option 4, "let": This means to allow or permit, which is inconsistent with the idea of being worn out by effort.

Based on the context, Option 2, "wore" is the right choice, as it effectively captures the gradual exhaustion due to his intense work.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 6.

1. over
2. among
3. inside
4. into

Explanation

- In the passage, the focus is on Pasteur's dedication and transformation from an aspiring artist to a committed scientist.

- The phrase "put his soul and energy" needs a preposition to convey where this energy was directed.

- Option 1, "over," doesn’t fit as it implies spreading across, which isn't appropriate here.

- Option 2, "among," suggests distribution among several things, not relevant here.

- Option 3, "inside," implies internal placement, which doesn’t suit directing energy.

- Option 4, "into," fits well as it suggests directing one’s energy towards a specific goal or activity.

Thus, into is the correct choice. .

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

1. discharged
2. abandoned
3. released
4. expelled

Explanation

- Statement (1): "remained a simple man ______ heart." The options imply staying true to essential qualities.

- Statement (2): "he ______ the familiar scenes." This indicates reflecting on past experiences.

- Statement (3): "and the ______ to be a great artist." Suggests a strong wish or ambition.

- Statement (5): "after his sixteenth year he ______ the brush forever." Indicates a permanent decision to stop painting.

- Discharged: Typically used regarding duties or responsibilities.

- Abandoned: Suggests leaving something behind, often permanently.

- Released: Often means to set free or let go of something held.

- Expelled: Used in the context of being forced out.

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Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 4.

1. become
2. became
3. becomes
4. becoming

Explanation

Let’s break it down, sentence by sentence:

- The sentence says: “He did (4)______ a great artist but after his sixteenth year he (5)______ the brush forever.”

- We’re talking about Pasteur and whether he became a great artist.

- Your options are:

1. become

2. became

3. becomes

4. becoming

Here’s the thing:

- “He did become a great artist” would make sense if he actually achieved that, but the next clause says he left the brush behind. So it means he actually did not become a great artist, or at least didn't continue as one.

- Grammatically, after “did” you must use the base form: “become.”

- “He did become” = correct.

- “He did became” = not correct (double past tense).

- “He did becomes” or “He did becoming” = don’t fit at all.

So,  Option 1: become is correct.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 3.

1. itching
2. longing
3. wishing
4. loathing

Explanation

Let’s break it down—here’s what’s going on in that blank:

- The sentence is: "the (3)______ to be a great artist never wholly left him."

- We’re looking for a word that means a strong desire or wish to become something.

Now, the options:

1. itching — Usually used as 'itching to do something,' but by itself here, it feels off.

2. longing — This word means a strong, persistent desire or craving for something not easily attainable. Fits perfectly.

3. wishing — A wish is more casual. Here, "longing" is deeper, matching the tone.

4. loathing — This means intense dislike. Not even close.

So, what this really means is that only ‘longing’ captures the depth of unfinished dreams or lingering desire. Pasteur didn’t just casually hope to be an artist; he had a lasting longing.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 2.

1. drew
2. draw
3. drawn
4. draws

Explanation

- The sentence "when he (2)______ the familiar scenes of his birthplace" requires a past tense verb to describe an action completed in the past.

- Option 1, drew is the simple past tense of "draw," which correctly fits the context.

- Option 2, draw, is the base form of the verb and does not suit the past tense requirement here.

- Option 3, drawn, is the past participle and needs a helping verb (e.g., has, had) to be used correctly.

- Option 4, draws, is the present tense and doesn't fit with the past narrative.

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

1. on
2. at
3. in
4. by

Explanation

Correct option 2: at

The correct idiomatic phrase is "a simple man at heart", meaning someone is essentially or fundamentally simple.

• "at heart" is a common English idiom expressing true nature or essence.

• "on heart" is incorrect and not used idiomatically.

• "or heart" makes no sense here.

• "by heart" means memorized or learned, which does not fit the context.

Correct answer:  at

Final sentence:
"In spite of all the honours that were heaped upon him, Pasteur remained a simple man at heart."

By: santosh