Directions: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate pair of words to make the sentence a meaningful one. Each sentence is followed by five pairs of words. Choose the correct pair.
On seeing the ruins of the Colosseum one is forced to reflect on the _______ of human __________.
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impermanence, endeavour
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dearth, efforts
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durability, humility
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elusiveness, creativity
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abundance, thoughts
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Correct answer
Explanation
The word ‘ruins’ indicates that remains are being seen. One is forced to reflect on the fact that nothing is permanent and human efforts do not last long. The ruins show that ‘dearth’ and ‘durability' are incorrect. ‘Humility’ does not connect with ‘ruins’. ‘Ruins’ does not connect with ‘elusiveness’.