Out of the given alternatives given choose the most appropriate option.
Would you mind __________ the gate, please?

Correct option is D

The correct option to fill in the blank is (d) closing.
• Explanation:
– After “Would you mind”, we always use the gerund form (verb + ing) to make a polite request.
• Grammatical rule used:
– The expression “Would you mind + verb-ing” is used for formal/polite requests.
• Explanation in Hindi:
– “Would you mind” के बाद क्रिया का “ing” रूप आता है और इसका प्रयोग विनम्र निवेदन के लिए किया जाता है।
• Example:
– Would you mind opening the window? ✅
Meanings of the other options:
• (a) to close ❌
– English: Infinitive – incorrect after “Would you mind”.
– Hindi: बंद करना
• (b) close ❌ QAW
– English: Base form – not suitable here.
– Hindi: बंद करो
• (c) closed ❌
– English: Past participle – grammatically wrong.
– Hindi: बंद किया हुआ