Multiple choice

Directions : The question below has two blanks, each blank indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the set of words which best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.

Governments do not want to take a decision and resort to soft-pedaling, delay tactics and collusion, hoping that the judiciary will_____ in to relieve them of the _____of decision- making.

  1. come - enlightenment

  2. vouch - trouble

  3. barge - pleasure

  4. step - burden

  5. vote - task

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D Correct answer
Explanation

'Step in' means to intervene or become involved, which fits the context of judiciary relieving governments of decision-making burdens. 'Burden' refers to the heavy responsibility or weight of decision-making. The phrase 'step in to relieve...burden' creates a coherent meaning about judicial intervention.