Select the most appropriate homonyms to fill in the blanks.

She ________ away the old shoes as they were unusable. Of course, it was true that they had ________ a lot.

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  1. cast; cast
  2. cast; cost
  3. cost; cost
  4. cost; cast

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Option 2 : cast; cost
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The correct answer is 'cast; cost'.
 
Key Points
  • The word "cast" means to throw something forcefully. (फेंकना)
  • The word "cost" refers to the amount that needs to be paid or spent. (लागत)
  • In the given sentence, "cast" is used to indicate throwing away the old shoes, and "cost" signifies the shoes had a significant price or value.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Complete Sentence: She cast away the old shoes as they were unusable. Of course, it was true that they had cost a lot.

Additional Information
  • Cast (फेंकना): to throw something forcefully.
  • Cost (लागत): the amount that needs to be paid or spent.
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