Directions: In the following sentence a word is in brackets. Choose the word nearest in meaning to the bracketed word from the four words listed below.
They are carrying out a (charade) of negotiations with the government.
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series
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charter
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absurd pretence
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spate
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Charade in this context means an empty or absurd pretence - an act performed without genuine intent. 'Absurd pretence' correctly captures the idea that the negotiations are merely a show without substance. 'Series' and 'spate' refer to sequences, while 'charter' is a formal document.