Question

'The old banker had given the party .......... years ago.'

• A. 15
• B. 16
• C. 20
• D. 25

Hint:

In literature, numbers and years are often crucial memory points; *The Bet* = 25 years.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Story reference.
This is from Anton Chekhov's short story *The Bet*. The banker recalls giving the party 25 years ago when the bet was made with the young lawyer.

Step 2: Checking options.
(A) 15: Incorrect.
(B) 16: Incorrect.
(C) 20: Incorrect.
(D) 25: Correct.

Step 3: Conclusion.
Correct answer is (D) 25.