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.
- Leaves _____ in autumn.
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Fall off = to decrease in quantity or quality.
Fall down = to drop down from a higher level to a lower level.Correct Option: D
Fall off = to decrease in quantity or quality.
Fall down = to drop down from a higher level to a lower level.
- He has no recommendations; he will _____ get the job.
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However is used to introduce a statement that contrasts with something.
Correct Option: A
However is used to introduce a statement that contrasts with something.
Direction: In the following questions, 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.
- It is due to this lethargy that the plan fell _____
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Fall through = to not be completed or not happen.
Correct Option: C
Fall through = to not be completed or not happen.
- His father was _________ the same business.
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Engaged in = busy doing something.
Correct Option: B
Engaged in = busy doing something.
- Legislation was passed to punish brokers who ________ their client’s funds.
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Defalcate (Verb) = to misuse or misappropriate property; embezzle.
Correct Option: C
Defalcate (Verb) = to misuse or misappropriate property; embezzle.