Directions. In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.

There is an iron ‘scold’s bridle’ in Walton Church. They used these things in (1) ________days for (2) ________ women’s tongues. They have given (3) ________the attempt now. I (4) ________iron was getting (5) ________, and nothing else would be strong enough.