DIRECTIONS: in the following question, a part of sentence is bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose “No Improvement” option.
The frightened convict wept for mercy.

Options

A. a) mumbled
B. b) pleaded
C. c) shouted
D. d) No Improvement

Answer

B

Explanation

(2) pleaded (Vero) : to ask somebody for something in a very strong and serious way
wept (Verb) : Past Tense of weep rarr to cry, usually because you are sad
mumbled (Verb) : to speak or say something in a quiet voice in a way that is not clear
Here, pleaded is the right usage.