Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined word(s).
Hers was a chequered career.
A
an interesting and successful career
B
a career full of sorrow and tears
C
a bright and memorable career
D
a career full of ups and down
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
A chequered career refers to a career that has had both successes and failures or varied experiences, which can be described as "full of ups and downs."
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #11023)