Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or set of words for each blank that best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.

A war, even if fought for individual liberty and democratic rights, usually requires that these principles be _____, for they are _______ the regimentation and discipline necessary for military efficiency.

  1. espoused … contrary to

  2. suppressed … fulfilled through

  3. suspended … incompatible with

  4. followed … disruptive of

  5. rejected … inherent in
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C Correct answer
Explanation

A war, even if fought for individual liberty and democratic rights, usually requires that these principles be suspended (temporary give up) for they are incompatible with (as doesn't go with) the regimentation and discipline necessary for military efficiency.

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