Directions: The question below has two blanks, each blank indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the set of words for each blank that best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
Helen quickly _______ the career ladder and is now the _________ managing director, the company has ever appointed.
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jumped, shortest
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entered, oldest
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started, junior most
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climbed, youngest
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ascended, inexperienced
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Correct answer
Explanation
'Climbed' is the correct idiomatic verb for advancing up a career ladder. 'Youngest' creates the intended meaning that she achieved this position at an early age, which is notable. Other options like 'shortest', 'oldest', 'junior most', or 'inexperienced' don't convey the intended sense of remarkable early achievement.