Multiple choice

Directions: The question consists of a sentence with two blanks followed by four alternative sets of words. Choose the set of words that best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole. Though he was supposedly a _____ of the poor, his track record _____that impression.

  1. critic, confirmed

  2. friend, belied

  3. opponent, maintained

  4. supporter, convinced
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B Correct answer
Explanation

If he was a 'friend' of the poor, his track record would 'belie' (contradict) that impression if he did not actually help them.

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