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"Snob value" is a recognized idiomatic expression referring to something purchased primarily for status display rather than practical use. "Show off" would need to be "show-off" as a compound adjective, and "demonstration" doesn't capture the status-seeking connotation. The sentence implies buying something for prestige without real utility.

 Bloatware refers to software with large, often unused additional features.

"Gumption" means initiative, resourcefulness, and courage. In business contexts, decisions often require gumption rather than mere "thought" (too generic) or "afterthought" (contradicts the need for decision-making). The sentence suggests that many business decisions don't require overthinking but rather bold action.

"Proactive" means taking initiative and acting in anticipation of future problems or needs. Being proactive allows one to tackle urgent work because you're ahead of situations. "Reactive" means responding after problems occur, which is the opposite. "Thoughtful" and "timely" don't capture the forward-looking, initiative-taking aspect.

All three words correctly describe terrible living conditions. "Squalid" means filthy and dirty from neglect. "Deplorable" means very bad, miserable, or sad. "Appalling" means shockingly bad or dreadful. Since all three are accurate descriptions of poverty conditions, "All of these" is logically correct.

A quandary is a state of perplexity or uncertainty in a difficult situation. The speaker is confused because the builder sold the flat to three different customers. While 'confusion' might seem similar, 'quandary' specifically refers to being in a difficult predicament where it's hard to decide what to do.

Swank is an adjective meaning fashionable, luxurious, or showily expensive. In the context of a bungalow being 'too costly', swank suggests an expensive, high-end property. Simply being 'large' or 'stylish' doesn't necessarily make something costly.

Use 'at' with specific times and mealtime expressions. 'At tea time' follows the same pattern as 'at lunch', 'at dinner', or 'at 3 PM'. The preposition 'at' indicates a point in time when the couple plans to meet.

When an animal or person attacks by jumping towards someone, 'upon' is the most appropriate preposition. 'Sprang upon' captures the sudden, aggressive action of the lion attacking the hunter. 'On' is too weak, while 'at' and 'by' don't convey the leaping motion.

The word 'after' establishes that Sunita joined the course later than Anita. Despite starting later, Sunita performed better. 'Before' would reverse the meaning, while 'along' and 'at' don't logically fit the context of comparing join timing and performance.

When someone pays using a specific method like a cheque, we use 'by'. 'By cheque' means the payment was made through that method. 'Through' is also possible but 'by' is more standard and idiomatic for payment methods. 'In' and 'on' don't work in this context.

Both 'till' and 'until' can indicate a duration up to a point in time. 'Till Monday' means they will stay until Monday arrives. While 'until' is synonymous, 'till' is the correct answer here as it's listed as the correct option.