Select the most appropriate option to substitute the highlighted word segment in the given sentence.
A herd of cattle consists of related females, cubs, and a small number of adult males.

Correct option is A

The correct substitution of the highlighted words is (a) Pride of lions.
Explanation:
The given sentence incorrectly states that a herd of cattle includes cubs (which belong to lions). The correct term for a group of lions is a "pride of lions".
Grammatical Rule Used:
· Collective Nouns: Different animals have specific group names.
· Lions → Pride of lions
· Cattle → Herd of cattle
· Wolves → Pack of wolves
· Fish → School of fish
· Birds → Flock of birds
Example:
· Incorrect: A herd of lions was spotted near the river.
· Correct: A pride of lions was spotted near the river.
Thus, the correct substitution is "pride of lions".