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1
There are many . . . . . . . . to Greek mythology in English poetry.
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Answer & Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
There are many allusions to Greek mythology in English poetry.
2
It is . . . . . . . . that we realise our duties to our mother land; if we fail to do so, our freedom will be in jeopardy.
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Answer & Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
It is vital that we realise our duties to our mother land; if we fail to do so, our freedom will be in jeopardy.
3
Man does not live by . . . . . . . . alone.
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Answer & Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
Man does not live by bread alone.
4
His life consists of . . . . . . . . drinking punctuated by periods of drunken sleep.
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Answer & Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
His life consists of bouts drinking punctuated by periods of drunken sleep.
5
The twins are so alike that I cannot . . . . . . . . one from the other.
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Answer & Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The twins are so alike that I cannot discern one from the other.
6
There was a serious . . . . . . . . between the two brothers.
Discuss
Answer & Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Let's look at each option:

Option A: alliteration - Alliteration is the repetition of the same sounds, usually consonants, at the beginning of words. This doesn't fit the meaning of a serious disagreement.

Option B: argument - An argument is a disagreement or dispute. This fits perfectly with the sentence, describing a serious disagreement between two brothers.

Option C: alteration - Alteration means a change or modification. While there might be changes in a relationship after a serious disagreement, "alteration" doesn't directly describe the disagreement itself.

Option D: aberration - Aberration means a deviation from the normal or expected. This doesn't fit the context of a simple disagreement between brothers.

Therefore, the best word to complete the sentence is "argument" because it accurately describes a serious disagreement.
7
The manner in which bombs exploded in five trains within a short span of time suggests that it is a part of a . . . . . . . .
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Answer & Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The manner in which bombs exploded in five trains within a short span of time suggests that it is a part of a conspiracy
8
A crescendo of metallic thuds arose from the market, where the iron-smiths were . . . . . . . . the pieces of metals.
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Answer & Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The sentence describes iron-smiths working on pieces of metal and producing a crescendo of metallic thuds, which refers to the repeated sound of a hammer hitting metal.

“Hammering” means hitting or shaping metal repeatedly with a hammer. Therefore, it is the most appropriate word in the sentence.

Why the other options are incorrect:

B) Flattening: It means making something flat. Although a blacksmith may flatten metal, it does not best describe the action suggested by the “metallic thuds.”

C) Thrashing: It means beating or hitting something violently and repeatedly. It is not suitable for the controlled work of iron-smiths.

D) Striking: It means hitting something, but “hammering” is more precise because blacksmiths use hammers to shape metal.

Hence, the correct answer is A) hammering.
9
The most important task of the Air Force is to . . . . . . . . the country against an air attack by an enemy.
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Answer & Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The most important task of the Air Force is to defend the country against an air attack by an enemy.
10
If a speech is full of pompous words, it is . . . . . . . .
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Answer & Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
If a speech is full of pompous words, it is grandiloquent.