Selecting Words


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 as your answer.

  1. A thorough search of the aircraft was carried _____ in the airport.









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    carry out (Phr. V.) : to do and complete a task
    Here, out is the right usage.

    Correct Option: A

    carry out (Phr. V.) : to do and complete a task
    Here, out 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. It is our duty to get ____ the truth.









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    get at (Phr. V.) : to learn or find out something
    Here, at is the right usage.

    Correct Option: D

    get at (Phr. V.) : to learn or find out something
    Here, at is the right usage.



  1. The ______ crowd gave the victorious team a tumultuous welcome.









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    jubilant (Adjective) : expressing joy
    Here, jubiliant is the right usage.

    Correct Option: A

    jubilant (Adjective) : expressing joy
    Here, jubiliant is the right usage.


  1. The Principal called _____ an explanation from the clerks.









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    call for (Phr. V.) : ask for Here, for is the right usage.

    Correct Option: C

    call for (Phr. V.) : ask for Here, for is the right usage.



  1. The Greenland ice sheet is _____ at the rate of about 12 cubic miles a year.









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    melting (Verb) is the right usage.

    Correct Option: C

    melting (Verb) is the right usage.