Multiple choice

Directions: The question consists of a capitalised word followed by five possible illustrations of the meaning. Choose the one, which is the most suitable illustration.

PROTEAN

  1. A very steadfast and staunch member of a political party.

  2. A punishment so severe that it results in a complete shock.

  3. A kaleidoscopic view of human society.

  4. The ever changing human evolution.

  5. New convert to a faith.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

'Protean' literally means vary, readily taking on different shapes and forms like in a Kaleidoscope. Option (1) is incorrect as some one steadfast and staunch is inflexible and rigid in structure or ideas. Option (2) refers to situation commonly termed as Trauma. Option (4) is the evolution. Option (5) is a proselyte. Option (3) gives us the correct illustration of the word as Kaleidoscope itself is termed as Protean.

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