Selecting Words
Direction: Sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate and suitable word. Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.
- It is time we ......with determination.
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This structure uses a Past Tense form to talk about the Present or Future. So, acted is the right usage.
Correct Option: B
This structure uses a Past Tense form to talk about the Present or Future. So, acted is the right usage.
- We must avail ourselves ......every opportunity that comes ......our way.
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avail (Verb) : to make use avail goes with Prep. of avail of : to make use of
Here, of ; in - is the right usage.Correct Option: A
avail (Verb) : to make use avail goes with Prep. of avail of : to make use of
Here, of ; in - is the right usage.
- Hopes of a settlement depends on the ......of the discussion.
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outcome (Noun) : the result or effect of an action or event.
Here, outcome is the right usage.Correct Option: B
outcome (Noun) : the result or effect of an action or event.
Here, outcome is the right usage.
- Only one of the boys ......not done the home-work given yesterday.
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On ly one of the boys (Subject) is Singular. It will agree with a Singular Verb. So, has will be used
Here, has is the right usage.Correct Option: B
On ly one of the boys (Subject) is Singular. It will agree with a Singular Verb. So, has will be used
Here, has is the right usage.
- On my return from a long holiday, I had to ......with a lot of work.
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catch up (Verb) % to reach the same level or standard as somebody who is ahead of you
Here, catch up is the right usage.Correct Option: B
catch up (Verb) % to reach the same level or standard as somebody who is ahead of you
Here, catch up is the right usage.
