Multiple choice

Directions: In the question, there are four sentences. The sentences have pairs of words/phrases that are italicized and highlighted. Select the most appropriate word or phrase to form grammatically and syntactically correct sentences. Then, from the options given, choose the best one.

The talcum was coarse (A) / course (B) enough to have caused skin rashes.

The speaker was contemptible (A) / contemptuous (B) and dismissive in his demeanour.

The disk (A) / disc (B) for the discus throw was flat and heavy.

The wise maintain a discreet (A) / discrete (B) distance from all public controversies.

  1. BAAB

  2. ABBA

  3. ABAB

  4. BBBA

  5. ABAA

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
E Correct answer
Explanation

(5) 'Coarse' is rough; 'course' is path. 'Contemptible' is condemnable; 'contemptuous is arrogant. 'Disk' is something plate-like' 'disc' is specifically a phonograph. 'Discreet' is prudent'; 'discrete' is separated.