Multiple choice

Directions: The sentence below has two blanks. Beneath the sentence are five sets of words. Choose the set of words that, when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.

That they are endowed by their creator with _______ right to life, liberty and the ______ of happiness.

  1. impeccable, road

  2. non-partisan, adequacy

  3. inalienable, pursuit

  4. legitimate, bountiful

  5. creative, pursuit
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The correct usage is 'pursuit of happiness'. Meaning of 'inalienable' is 'that which cannot be taken away'. These are the rights that cannot be taken away. So, the answer is (3).

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