Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
The headmaster ______ on the stage and gave a short speech.

Correct option is B

The correct option to fill in the blank is (b) appeared.
Explanation: "Appeared" fits the context best, indicating that the headmaster came onto the stage. (मंच पर उपस्थित होना)
Example: The guest appeared on the stage and received a warm welcome.
Incorrect options:
· (a) Prescribed: to recommend (सुझाव देना) – irrelevant in context.
· (c) Delighted: to give pleasure (खुश करना) – doesn't fit grammatically or contextually.
· (d) Remembered: to recall (याद करना) – unrelated to physical presence on stage.