Question 19 English Language 2026 Medium MCQ +1.00 marks · -0.25 negative

My kinsman and I were returning to Calcutta from our Puja trip when we encountered an unusual man on the train. At first, judging from his dress and bearing, we mistook him for an up-country boorish man. But as soon as he began to speak, our impression changed. He discoursed on…

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The word "Boorish" mean:

A. Discourteous B. Genteel C. Well-bred D. Courtly

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