The most attractive and unique feature of crossword puzzle is that it is a game one can play alone. There are several kinds of crossword puzzles . One kind is the prize competition in which the __(1)__ who finds the correct answer gets a big prize __(2)__ the answers are very hard to find , since several __(3)__ appear equally appropriate: bad, mad or sad, for __(4)__ in the clue sentence, “people are seldom popular ” Such __(5)__ attract people who are fond of gambling , because by __(6)__ a small entry fee , they can win big prizes. The __(7)__ type of crossword puzzle is one in which __(8)__ is only one possible answer to every clue. But __(9)__ answer is elusive and calls for some detective work __(10)__ our part. The clue gives only hints about the word . A __(11)__ like’ mate changes to flesh for food I __(12)__ elude you till you realise that by changing the __(13)__ of I mate’ you getr ‘ meat ‘ your comprehension and your __(14)__ knowledge are put to the test. The effort to __(15)__ such crosswords is an intellectual exercise.

1.
a) persons
b) person
c) actor
d) actors

2.
a) although
b) though
c) but
d) as

3.
a) words
b) letters
c) alphabets
d) letter

4.
a) illustration
b) assumption,
c) example
d) examples

5.
a) puzzles
b) competitions
c) races
d) competition

6.
a) buying
b) paying
c) giving
d) gives

7.
a) second
b) another
c) two
d) first

8.
a) their
b) this
c) there
d) that

9.
a) this
b) an
c) any
d) another

10.
a) in
b) on
c) upon
d) over

11.
a) word
b) clue
c) puzzle
d) sports

12.
a) did
b) shall
c) will
d) had

13.
a) words
b) spelling
c) lettering
d) place

14.
a) overall
b) common sense
c) general
d) no need

15.
a) solve
b) think of
c) dissolve
d) think