Select the most appropriate option to correct the sentence by using meaning of the underlined word.

In the winter season, the poor woman needed a refuge where she could live freely and independently.

The correct answer is: Shelter.

Key Points

• The word "refuge" means a condition of being safe or sheltered from pursuit, danger, or trouble. (शरण)
  • Example: The refugees found refuge in a neighboring country.
• "Shelter" refers to a place giving temporary protection from bad weather or danger. (आश्रय)
  • Example: During the storm, the hikers found shelter in a small cabin.
• Hence, we can infer that the correct word for "refuge" in the context of the sentence is "shelter".

Therefore, the correct answer is: Shelter.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• School (विद्यालय): An institution for educating children.
  • Example: She goes to the local school every morning.
• Inn (सराय): A small hotel providing accommodations, food, and drink.
  • Example: We stayed at a cozy inn during our trip to the mountains.
• Tent (तम्बू): A portable shelter made of fabric, supported by poles and ropes.
  • Example: They set up a tent in the forest for camping.