Test by Bikram | Mock GATE | Test 3 | Question: 62

Question

Fill in the blank with the most meaningful word:

Before she realized what was happening, the thief fell on her, ________ across and stole her handbag.

• A.    lurking
• B.    lurching
• C.    limping
• D.    lunging

Answer 1

lunging means push forward forcefully.

only option D matches with the context , rest three are eliminated if you know their meanings.

lurking = waiting

lurching =  moving slowly and unsteadily

limping = proceed slowly so eliminated easily .