Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blanks.

He was ______ very clever, but he _______ performed excellently.

  1. certainly, obviously

  2. never, also

  3. not, always

  4. rarely, seldom
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The sentence requires a contrast: someone who is not clever can still perform excellently always. 'Not' creates the first blank's negative meaning, while 'always' shows the consistency of excellent performance despite lack of cleverness.

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