Multiple choice

The Prime Ministers of two countries did not reach any argument at the summit because of their ________ attitude.

  1. erudite

  2. obdurate

  3. obsequious

  4. nefarious

  5. archaic

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Prime Ministers could not reach any argument because of their stubborn nature. 'Obdurate' in (2). means not giving in readily; stubborn; obstinate; it fits our prediction and forms the answer. Hence, (2) is the answer. Erudite - learned, scholarly Obsequious - docile, submissive Nefarious - very wicked, evil.