Direction: In the following questions, sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four as your answer.
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A group of agitators ______ the mob to break down the ViceChancellor’s door.
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- wished
- excited
- threatened
- incited
- wished
Correct Option: D
incite (V) : to encourage somebody to do something violent, illegal or unpleasant.
Here, incited is the right usage.