Multiple choice

Directions: In the question, there are three / four sentences. Each sentence has pairs of words/phrases that are italicized and highlighted. Select the most appropriate word or phrase to form grammatically and syntactically correct sentences. Then, from the options given, choose the best one.

I. Most were curious people like me who had come for a joy ride, eager (A) / anxious (B) to look at the new train. II. The king decided to draw in the reigns (A)/ reins (B) of the rebels and ordered the execution of their leader. III. Cinema is a world of illusions (A) / allusions (B) and has deceived many. IV. Although she is an amateur in culinary arts, she has a great palate (A)/ pallet (B) for different types of cuisines.

  1. AAAA

  2. ABAA

  3. AAAB

  4. ABAB

  5. BBAA
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B Correct answer
Explanation

There is no worry in I, so no cause for anxiety. Reign is rule; rein is a bridle. The king wanted to bridle the rebels. There are no references involved in cinema, which is but make believe or an illusion. She may not be a very good cook but has great sense of taste (palate).

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