Join Examsbook
1360 0

Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.
The peacock, which happens to be our national bird, is regarded a good omen. It is also considered to be vain because of its habit to draw attention to itself. Different religions see the peacock as a symbol in varied ways. In Christianity, it represents all -seeing God and is often used as a symbol of immortality. The Chinese believed that a glance from the bird could impregnate a woman. According to Hinduism, Saraswati – the Goddess of knowledge and wisdom – rides a peacock and when God Indra transformed himself into an animal, he chose to be a peacock. In Buddhism, the peacock symbolizes purity, and their feathers are used for purification ceremonies.

Q:

The peacock is said to be a vain bird because___

  • 1
    It is the national bird of our country.
  • 2
    It is the most colourful of al birds.
  • 3
    It attracts all focus to itself.
  • 4
    It is considered a symbol of good omen.
  • Show AnswerHide Answer
  • Workspace

Answer : 3. "It attracts all focus to itself."

Are you sure

  Report Error

Please Enter Message
Error Reported Successfully