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 Let us add a little __________ to the occasion. II The __________ prevents the dress form being a show stopper at the show.

  1. zing

  2. mirth

  3. zeal

  4. thing

  5. colour
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E Correct answer
Explanation

'Colour' works in both contexts: 'add a little colour to the occasion' means to make something more lively or interesting (figurative use); 'the colour prevents the dress...' refers to the actual hue/shade of the dress (literal use).

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