Question

5. Read the paragraph and write the synonyms of the underlined
words choosing from the words given in the box. 4 x2= 2
humble , arrogance, cautious, silent, cheerful, great
It was a very quiet (a) friendship that developed over the years.
Manikda (as Ray was affectionately called by his friends] was a shy (b)
person and always very discreet (c) about displaying his emotions,"
said Roberģe. Though to outsiders, Ray's massive (d) stature-physical
and intellectual - might have made him come across as cold, aloof and
even intimidating, he was in reality a very simple and unassuming man
with a subtle sense of humour.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

quiet-making little or no noise.

shy-nervous or timid in the company of other people.

discreet-careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially in order to keep something confidential or to avoid embarrassment

massive-large and heavy or solid.