it is very difficult for her to_________________.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
(A) keep a secret
(B) touch a secret
(C) make a secret
(D) cry a secret
The most appropriate option to fill in the blank is:
keep a secret
Explanation: The phrase "keep a secret" means to not reveal or disclose confidential information to others. In the context provided, it indicates difficulty for the person to maintain confidentiality or keep information private. The other options do not convey the intended meaning of the sentence.
If you are the one who is planning to lose weight, remember to keep your snacking________.
A sentence has been given with a blank to be filled with an appropriate word. Choose the correct alternative
(A) outgoing
(B) prejudiced
(C) uncontrolled
(D) moderate
The correct alternative to fill in the blank in the sentence "If you are the one who is planning to lose weight, remember to keep your snacking________" is:
Moderate
Solution:
"Outgoing" does not fit the context as it refers to being sociable or extroverted, which doesn't relate to snacking habits.
"Prejudiced" means having preconceived opinions that are not based on reason or experience. It's irrelevant to the context of snacking.
"Uncontrolled" implies lacking restraint or regulation, which is the opposite of what the sentence is advising.
"Moderate" is the appropriate word choice as it suggests keeping snacking within reasonable limits, which is often advised for those trying to lose weight. It implies controlling the amount and frequency of snacking to support weight loss efforts.
The contingent managed to _______ successfully.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
(A) park the deal
(B) close the deal
(C) heal the deal
(D) catch the deal
The most appropriate option to fill in the blank is:
close the deal
The sentence would then read: "The contingent managed to close the deal successfully."
Explanation:
"Park the deal" doesn't make sense in this context. "Park" usually refers to temporarily setting something aside or storing it.
"Heal the deal" is not a commonly used phrase. While "heal" can metaphorically refer to repairing or restoring something, it's not typically used in the context of deals.
"Catch the deal" doesn't fit the context either. "Catch" implies capturing something, but it's not idiomatic when referring to completing or finalizing a deal.
"Close the deal" is the correct idiomatic phrase used to indicate completing a negotiation or agreement. It fits well in the context of business deals or agreements being finalized.
If you try to do something every day you will __________ progress.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
(A) hold
(B) get
(C) make
(D) catch
The most appropriate option to fill in the blank is:
make
The complete sentence would be: "If you try to do something every day, you will make progress."
Explanation:
"Hold progress" doesn't make sense in this context.
"Get progress" is grammatically incorrect.
"Catch progress" also doesn't fit logically in the sentence.
"Make progress" is the correct idiom commonly used to indicate progress being achieved through consistent effort.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Many people like playing cricket, but _____________ my opinion, it is too chaotic.
(A) in
(B) from
(C) for
(D) with
There is a huge generation __________ (void) between Arun and his grandparents.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word to fill in the blank.
(A) traditions
(B) gap
(C) memory
(D) experience
The most appropriate synonym for "void" in the context of the sentence provided is "gap."
Therefore, the correct answer is:
Our school had decided to take us to the Himalayas for excursion. I __ to convince my mother to give consent
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
(A) fought fire with fire
(B) brought home the bacon
(C) made waves
(D) left no stones unturned
In this context, the speaker is trying to convince their mother to give consent for the excursion to the Himalayas. "Left no stones unturned" means to make every possible effort or to try everything available to achieve a goal, which aligns with the speaker's attempt to persuade their mother. The other options don't quite fit the context as well.
He has experienced _____________ abuse.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
(A) palpable
(B) visible
(C) physical
(D) intangible
Palpable means able to be touched or felt, but it doesn't directly relate to abuse.
Visible means able to be seen, which might not always be the case with abuse.
Intangible means unable to be touched or grasped, which is the opposite of what abuse typically entails.
"Physical" abuse is the correct choice as it directly describes the type of abuse experienced. It refers to any form of abuse that involves physical harm or injury inflicted upon a person.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The country’s rapid __________ has led to a rise in many people’s standard of living.
(A) idea
(B) life
(C) confidence
(D) growth
Explanation:
The word "growth" fits contextually in the sentence, indicating that the country's rapid expansion or development has resulted in an improvement in the standard of living for many people. The other options—idea, life, and confidence—do not directly relate to the concept of a country's development leading to an increase in the standard of living.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The anchor gave us a _________ welcome, a pleasant smile and a bouquet on reaching the hotel.
(A) warm
(B) worth
(C) winning
(D) wonderful
The most appropriate option to fill in the blank is:
warm
Explanation: The sentence describes the welcome given by the anchor, which includes a pleasant smile and a bouquet upon reaching the hotel. "Warm" is the most suitable adjective to describe such a welcoming gesture. The other options don't fit the context as well:
"Worth" doesn't make sense in the context of describing a welcome.
"Winning" might suggest success or victory but doesn't fit the description of a welcome.
"Wonderful" is close in meaning to "warm," but "warm" specifically captures the idea of a friendly and inviting reception.
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