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.
- Security arrangements have been tightened up in all ____ areas.
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sensitive (Adj.) : readily or excessively affected by external influences
Here, sensitive is the right usage.Correct Option: C
sensitive (Adj.) : readily or excessively affected by external influences
Here, sensitive is the right usage.
- I complimented him ___ his success in the examination.
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compliment agrees with Prep.-on.
Here, on is the right usage.Correct Option: B
compliment agrees with Prep.-on.
Here, on is the right usage.
- The mechanic ____ the vehicle since this morning.
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An Adverbial Time - marker takes Present Perfect Continuous Tense
Here, has been repairing is the right usage.Correct Option: C
An Adverbial Time - marker takes Present Perfect Continuous Tense
Here, has been repairing is the right usage.
- Ten miles ___ a long way to walk.
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Expressions of distance take a Singular Verb.
Here, is is the right usage.Correct Option: B
Expressions of distance take a Singular Verb.
Here, is is the right usage.
- She found a few good cards in a shop and she bought ___ cards last night.
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those (Pro.) is the right usage.
Correct Option: A
those (Pro.) is the right usage.
