Answer the question below and choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined. As a journalist, Bala has always had a nose for stories...

Answer the question below and choose the option nearest in meaning to the word or phrase underlined.

As a journalist, Bala has always had a nose for stories.

Answer Details

The phrase "nose for stories" means that Bala has a natural ability or instinct to discover interesting and newsworthy stories as a journalist. Therefore, the option that is nearest in meaning to this phrase is "an instinct".