Multiple choice

Directions: The question is a pair of CAPITALISED words followed by five pairs of words. Choose the pair of words which best expresses the relationship similar to that expressed in the capitalised pair.

CHAGRIN : VEXATION

  1. Embarrass : Dishonor

  2. Mortification : Chastisement

  3. Penitence : Sin

  4. Contrition : Peccadillo

  5. Teeter : Totter
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Explanation

 (Cause and effect) Chagrin is a feeling of embarrassment and annoyance. Vexation is something that causes annoyance. So, the bridge here is that Vexation causes Chagrin. Similarly, embarrassment is caused by dishonor.

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