Question

Choose the correct adjective from the alternatives to fill in the blank.

He is the ...... advocate in the town.

• A. elder
• B. older
• C. eldest
• D. oldest

Answer 1

Answer:

D. oldest

• "Elder" and "eldest" are used primarily for people in a family context (e.g., elder brother, eldest son).

• "Older" and "oldest" are used for comparing age in a general sense, including people, objects, or professionals.

• Since we are referring to the most aged advocate in the town (general comparison, not family), the correct word is oldest.