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Multiple Choice

Directions: Choose the correct word for blank (1).

Why are our MPs so unconcerned about the functioning of our Parliament? They are well aware of the __ (1) __ they provoke. Yet they persist. This conundrum becomes all the more __ (2) __ when we pause and consider that many MPs are intelligent and __ (3) __ people. In private conversation they are __ (4) __ to listen to. Not just their knowledge but their insight is often impressive. And when they do stand up and speak, they can hold you __ (5) __.

  1. sneering
  2. humiliation
  3. disgust
  4. aversion
  5. disappointment