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Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word. He was trembling with fear.

1. Shivering
2. Weeping
3. Running
4. Intrepid

Correct answer: Shivering

Solution

"Trembling" means shaking or quivering. Among the options, "shivering" is the closest synonym because it also means shaking slightly. The other options do not match the meaning.

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