In the following passage, there are blanks, each of which has been numbered from 1 to 10. Choose the correct word from the given options which fits the blank appropriately.

The King of Rampur was not___(1)___. The following story proves that. Once he paid a___(2)___to a town away from his capital. The King's staff governing the town welcomed the King. As per the King's desire, a___(3)___of the renowned people of the town was called at night. The people___(4)___the King and bestowed their praise on him and all sat down to listen to___(5)___the King had to tell them. Suddenly lights went out. It became very dark. “Light the lantern! ordered the King to his servants. Five minutes passed. The King shouted to know if there was___(6)___in lighting the lantern. “My lord, I am___(7)___to lay my hand on the matchbox. It is so dark!” replied the servant. “Fool!” screamed the king___(8)___. If that is the case, why___(9)___you light the candle first? You can certainly___(10)___the matchbox with the help of the candle.