Selecting Words


Direction: In the following questions, sentences are given with blanks to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.

  1. The student is yet to_______ his home task.









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    Here, complete (Verb) is the right usage.

    Correct Option: C

    Here, complete (Verb) is the right usage.


  1. The government ______ on this issue.









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    is divided (Singular Verb)
    divided (Adj.) : split by disagreements or different opinions
    Here, government is Singular Subject
    Here, is divided is the right usage.

    Correct Option: A

    is divided (Singular Verb)
    divided (Adj.) : split by disagreements or different opinions
    Here, government is Singular Subject
    Here, is divided is the right usage.



  1. I convey my thanks ______ the members of the club.









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    convey (Verb) agrees with– to (Prep.)
    Here, to is the right usage.

    Correct Option: C

    convey (Verb) agrees with– to (Prep.)
    Here, to is the right usage.


  1. Throughout his career, his performance has fairly been ____.









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    consistent (Adj.) : always in the same way, or having the same opinions, standards, etc.
    Here, consistent is the right usage.

    Correct Option: B

    consistent (Adj.) : always in the same way, or having the same opinions, standards, etc.
    Here, consistent is the right usage.



Direction: In the following questions, sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.

  1. Being ______, the judge gave a favourable verdict.









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    sagacious (Adj.) : showing good judgement and understanding
    pugnacious (Adj.) : having a strong desire to argue or fight with other people
    malicious (Adj.) : having or showing hatred and a desire to harm somebody or hurt their feelings.
    tenacious (Adj.) : determined continuing to exist
    Here, sagacious is the right usage.

    Correct Option: A

    sagacious (Adj.) : showing good judgement and understanding
    pugnacious (Adj.) : having a strong desire to argue or fight with other people
    malicious (Adj.) : having or showing hatred and a desire to harm somebody or hurt their feelings.
    tenacious (Adj.) : determined continuing to exist
    Here, sagacious is the right usage.