censer, censor, censure<br>1. The news reports have been heavily <u>censored</u>.<br>2. The <u>censure</u> board must regulate the cinematic content.<br>3. Incense was wafting out of the <u>censer</u> carried by the priest.<br>In which of the sentences given above has / have the word(s) been used <strong>CORRECTLY</strong> ?
Directions : In the following items similar sounding words are given, followed by sentences wherein in each sentence one of these words has been used, and underlined. You are required to select those sentences in which these words have been used <strong>MOST APPROPRIATELY</strong> and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
- A. 1 and 2 only
- B. 3 only
- C. 1 and 3 only ✓
- D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: C. 1 and 3 only
Explanation
'Censored' (suppressed) and 'censer' (incense burner) are used correctly. Sentence 2 should use 'censor board', as censure means to express severe disapproval.