Select the word that best completes the given sentence. Determine the collocation through the sentence.
Siva, the singer, ___________ live for the first time in five years.

Correct option is B

The correct option to complete the sentence is (b) performed.
Explanation: The verb that naturally collocates with "live" in the context of music or shows is “performed live.” This is a common phrase used to indicate a live stage performance, especially by artists and singers.
Correct sentence:
Siva, the singer, performed live for the first time in five years.
Grammatical Rule Used:
Verb-Noun Collocation – Certain verbs are customarily used with particular nouns. "Perform live" is a fixed phrase commonly used for musical artists.
✦ Explanation in Hindi:
संगीत कार्यक्रमों में “live” के साथ “perform” का प्रयोग सबसे उपयुक्त होता है, जैसे – “He performed live on stage.”
Meanings of other options:
· (a) risen – past participle of rise (used with sun, prices).
Hindi meaning: उठा ❌
· (b) performed – carried out or acted (suitable for stage).
Hindi meaning: प्रदर्शन किया ✅
· (c) lighted – past tense of light.
Hindi meaning: जलाया ❌
· (d) shown – past participle of show.
Hindi meaning: दिखाया ❌