Q1. Choose the word closest in meaning to the underlined word: People thronged to pay homage to the departed leader.
Explanation
In this sentence, “homage” means public respect or honour shown to someone, especially after death. “Tribute” carries that sense exactly: an act or expression of respect and admiration. “Humility” means modesty or lack of pride, which is a personal quality rather than an act of respect. “Obedience” means following orders or rules, not honouring a departed person. “Alienation” means separation or estrangement, almost the reverse of people gathering respectfully. Therefore, “tribute” is the closest meaning in the context.
