2022 · Q18
Directions: In the following questions a pair of similar sounding words is provided. You are required to select the option that most appropriately describes the meaning of both the words and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
‘Reward’ and ‘Award’
EnglishUsage of Paired Words
- AReward is compensation for effort and Award is prize for recognition
- BReward is prize for recognition and Award is compensation for effort
- CReward is prize for recognition and Award is gift from someone
- DReward is gift from someone and Award is compensation for effort
Explanation
A "reward" is something given as compensation or return for effort or service rendered. An "award" is a prize conferred in recognition of achievement. Option A states this correctly; option B swaps them, and options C and D confuse the distinction by introducing "gift". Hence option A.