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Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with blanks that are to be filled in with appropriate words. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer.

He is ________ rich, yet he _______about high taxes.

Option 1: obscenely, whines

Option 2: very, is careless

Option 3: newly, is calm

Option 4: no, worries


Team Careers360 15th Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: obscenely, whines


Solution : The correct choice is the first option.

Obscenely: In a highly offensive or indecent manner; to an extreme degree. This fits the context, suggesting that the person is wealthy.

Whines: Complains or expresses discontent in a feeble or petulant way. This is also the correct option, as it aligns with the context of the person's attitude towards high taxes.

The meanings of the other words are as follows:

  • Obscenely: In a highly offensive or indecent manner; to an extreme degree.

  • Very: To a high degree; extremely.

  • Newly: Recently or not long ago.

  • No: Used to express negation, denial, or refusal.

  • Is careless: Not giving sufficient attention or thought to avoid harm or errors.

  • Is calm: Not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions.

  • Worries: Feels or causes one to feel anxious or troubled about actual or potential problems.

Therefore, the correct sentence is: "He is obscenely rich, yet he whines about high taxes."

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