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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.

VEIN

  1. There’s often a vein of cruelty in practical jokes.
  2. I prefer the veined marble tiles to the plain colours.
  3. Knowing the test was not important, she veined it in a frivolous attitude.
  4. Satirists find a rich vein of humour in the doings of politicians.
  5. There is a vein of pride in his demeanour.
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