Question

Identify the correct word from the given options, which means the following:

A thing kept in the memory of a person.

a)Memento
b)Epitaph
c)Elegy
d)Gift

Answer 1

Hint: The phrase “A thing kept in the memory of a person” is an object or item that reminds one of a person, event, and place.

Complete step-by-step answer:

 Let us see what each word means and find the most appropriate word.

Option b “epitaph” is a short poem or a piece of writing about a dead person, especially one inscribed or written on a tombstone. This is not the word for the given phrase. Thus, option ‘a’ is incorrect.

Option c , “elegy” is a mournful/sad poem or song especially for someone who has died, a funeral song or poem. This is not the word for the given phrase. Therefore, option ‘c’ is incorrect.

Option d, ”gift” is a thing willingly given to someone without payment, a present. This is not the word for the given phrase. Thus, option‘d’ is invalid.

Option a “memento” is an object that serves to remind of a person or past event/souvenir of a person or event. This is the word for the given phrase. Thus, option ‘a’ is the correct answer.


Note: “Epitaph” and “elegy” are both in the memory of someone who isn’t around anymore but, it is not a token of remembrance like a “memento” is.