Q. 1
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Difficulty: Hard
(1 Mark)
The problem of pollution must be -----studied before we can overcome it.
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Scientific/logical consistency requires a problem be studied "adequately" (sufficiently) to solve it.
Q. 2
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Difficulty: Hard
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Though he was realistic and pragmatic... he was an ardent devotee of plays of -------.
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
The use of "Though" suggests a contrast; "Fantasy" is the opposite of realism/pragmatism.
Q. 3
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Difficulty: Hard
(1 Mark)
Officials are still ........the reports in what is obviously atmosphere of ........concern.
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Contextual Meaning: The sentence describes public officials carefully reviewing information ("analyzing the reports") during a tense situation where public or political anxiety is growing rapidly ("atmosphere of mounting concern").
Semantic Fit: "Analyzing" perfectly fits what officials do with raw reports, and "mounting" is a standard adjective used to describe increasing levels of worry or concern.
Semantic Fit: "Analyzing" perfectly fits what officials do with raw reports, and "mounting" is a standard adjective used to describe increasing levels of worry or concern.
Q. 4
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Difficulty: Hard
(1 Mark)
The ........bussing law was declared unconstitutional by the court in the USA.
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
"Controversial" is the standard adjective for a law that prompts legal challenges on constitutional grounds.
Q. 5
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Difficulty: Hard
(1 Mark)
He struggled to maintain his ..........in the face of the threatening mob.
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
"Composure" (maintaining one's calm) is the logically correct term for facing a hostile crowd.
Q. 6
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Difficulty: Hard
(1 Mark)
...display .....manners but his whole attitude betrayed his .........for these people...
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
"Contempt" logically follows the premise that the speaker considered the subjects his "inferiors".
Q. 7
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Difficulty: Hard
(1 Mark)
They talk a good deal about using .....but deep down they seem to expect... treat them with .....
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
This paradox explores the hypocrisy of expecting kind treatment while advocating for violence.
Q. 8
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Difficulty: Hard
(1 Mark)
With a less ..... expansion of the economy, we should make ..... progress toward stable price levels.
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
A "less rapid" (slower) expansion allows for "substantial" progress toward stabilization.
Q. 9
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Difficulty: Hard
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In spite of its limited ....... the magazine had a strong ....... on political thought in the country.
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
"Circulation" is the specific metric for a magazine's reach, while "influence" is its impact.
Q. 10
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Difficulty: Hard
(1 Mark)
The author seems to question the sincerity of ---------
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
Based on the general context of current affairs/logic passages in this guide.
Q. 11
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Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
There is no need for ---------, we can defeat the enemy.
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
"Despair" (loss of hope) is unnecessary if victory over the enemy is possible.
Q. 12
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Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
The walls of the jail are very high to---------criminals from escaping.
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
High walls "discourage" (or prevent) criminals from attempting to escape.
Q. 13
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Difficulty: Medium
(1 Mark)
The mob was peaceful but suddenly turned---------
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Step-by-Step Explanation & Concept Rationale
"Riotous" is the adjective describing a peaceful crowd that has become violent or disorderly.
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