Selecting Words


Direction: The sentences given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative.

  1. Food was packed, and they __________, a merry, delighted party.









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    Set off = begin a journey

    Correct Option: D

    Set off = begin a journey


  1. They have not had much time for social activities and I have not __________ .









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    It is a negative sentence. As the structure suggests, either .... should be used.

    Correct Option: B

    It is a negative sentence. As the structure suggests, either .... should be used.



  1. It is __________ university of excellence.









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    University → (Consonant sound)
    Hence, indefinite article ‘a’ .... should be used.

    Correct Option: A

    University → (Consonant sound)
    Hence, indefinite article ‘a’ .... should be used.


  1. We should first collect the funds and then _____ action.









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    Plung into = jump or dive quickly and energetically; pitch oneself; launch oneself.

    Correct Option: A

    Plung into = jump or dive quickly and energetically; pitch oneself; launch oneself.



  1. Cultural _____ is very important in international business.









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    Sensitivity = the quality or state of being sensitive or responsive.
    Sensibility = the quality of being able to appreciate and respond to complex emotional influences.

    Correct Option: B

    Sensitivity = the quality or state of being sensitive or responsive.
    Sensibility = the quality of being able to appreciate and respond to complex emotional influences.