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· 1 Months ago

surprise is used in a pleasant way
so shocked should be there instead of surprise

Question:
DIRECTIONS: In the following question, four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.


He looked blank when he was informed about his dismissal.

Options:
A) was without any queries  
B) was puzzled and surprised
C) was uninterested 
D) was unhappy
Solution:
Ans: (b)

Look blank means to be expressionless, appear dumbstruck or overwhelmed.

For example, When I asked her how to get to the hospital, she looked blank

Query (noun) means a question, often expressing doubt about something or looking for an answer from an authority

Eg: If you have any queries about your treatment, the doctor will answer them.

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