Comprehension:
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
The flight was packed. There were (1)_ year-old boy (2)___the row in front of me (3) ______
(4)___ear-piercing shrieks every 45 seconds. I settled (5)____hoping the kid would calm down.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.2.

Options

A. itching
B. wishing
C. longing
D. loathing

Answer

C