Fill in the blank with correct option
The Frightened convict _______ for mercy.

Options

A. i) shouted
B. ii) whispered
C. iii) mumbled
D. iv) pleaded

Explanation

(d) pleaded- make an emotional appeal. (In the given sentence, the convict is frightened, so he can’t shout, he will make an appeal instead)
(a) shouted- utter a loud cry,
(b) whispered- speak very softly using one.s breath rather than one.s throat,
(c) mumbled- say something indistinctly and quietly, making it difficult for others to hear.