Multiple choice

Directions: In this question, two sentences I and II are given. Each sentence has a blank. Five words, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are suggested. Out of these, only one fits at both the places in the context of each sentence. The number of that word is the answer.

I Do not _________ aspersions on others II The director has planned to ______ a new comer for his next project.

  1. include

  2. cast

  3. take

  4. put

  5. place
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The word 'cast' works for both sentences. In sentence I, 'cast aspersions' is an idiomatic expression meaning to make damaging or slanderous remarks about someone. In sentence II, 'cast a newcomer' refers to selecting someone for a role in a production (commonly used in film/theater).

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