Directions: In this section an underlined word has been used variously in three sentences S1, S2 and S3. You are required to determine in how many sentences has the word been used correctly, and mark your answer from the options (a), (b) or (c) given below. If the word has not been correctly used in any one or more of the given sentences mark your response as (d).
S1: He displayed real chutzpah while facing the belligerent opposition all by himself.
S2: The lawyer displayed rare chutzpah in presenting tectonic evidence in court that changed the track of the case entirely.
S3: He ran with chutzpah to secure first prize at the award ceremony.
- A1
- B2
- C3
- DNone
Explanation
'Chutzpah' means bold audacity. S1 uses it correctly for facing hostile opposition alone, and S2 for boldly presenting decisive evidence in court. S3 misuses it: one cannot 'run with chutzpah' — audacity is not a manner of running a race. Two sentences are correct.