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 unsuitable illustration.

NAÏVE

  1. The experienced travelers were touched by the old woman’s naïve pleasure in her first flight.

  2. City slickers often mock the naïve country people.

  3. Only a naïve child would believe that excuse.

  4. He showed political naivety in his unnecessary disclosure of information to press.

  5. The new recruit soon earned the wrath of his superiors for his naivery.
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E Correct answer
Explanation

In sentence (5), the noun ‘naivety’ should replace incorrect usage: ‘naïvery’. Rest all options represent correct usage.

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