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.
- For a child, a blow _____ selfesteem is a terrible thing.
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blow (Noun) : a sudden event which has damaging effects on somebody, causing sadness or disappointment. blow agrees with to (Prep.)
Here, to is the right usage.Correct Option: C
blow (Noun) : a sudden event which has damaging effects on somebody, causing sadness or disappointment. blow agrees with to (Prep.)
Here, to 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 as your answer.
- My sister and _____ are pleased to accept your invitation.
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Nominative Case (I) is the right usage.
Correct Option: A
Nominative Case (I) is the right usage.
- Sachin was standing ____ me.
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beside (Prep.) : next to; at the side of
Here, beside is the right usage.Correct Option: C
beside (Prep.) : next to; at the side of
Here, beside is the right usage.
- _____ of defence personnel would be given transfers to their place of choice.
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spouse (Noun) : a husband or wife
Here, spouses is the right usage.Correct Option: D
spouse (Noun) : a husband or wife
Here, spouses is the right usage.
- I _____ hard to establish the validity of the theory since morning.
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Present Perfect Continuous Tense (have been trying) is the right usage.
Correct Option: A
Present Perfect Continuous Tense (have been trying) is the right usage.
