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Would refers to making arrangement. Moreover 'said' (i.e. past tense) needs past modal.

Only "an" makes a suitable sentence.

Since the sentence is not referring to a specific dog, we would use the article "a".

Since we are dealing with a specific noun (India), we do not need an article, especially when the noun serves as a name. 

The labourers have joined together and formed a union to fight against the employer.

The sentence implies a quality that makes one difficult to deceive. 'Intelligent' is the most logical choice in this context.

To 'dilate on' means to speak or write at length on a subject. This fits the context of the speaker using time poorly by focusing on only one point.

The sentence expresses surprise that a 'pure and searching' mind could miss the truth. 'Unlikely' fits the logic of the sentence structure.

The context describes a failure to improve the education system over 40 years. 'Sad' and 'evolve' are the most appropriate words to complete this sentiment.

Indelible ink is permanent. 'Obliterated' means to be destroyed or wiped out, which is what the ink will not be.

The verb 'hoped' is followed by an infinitive. 'To go' is the correct infinitive form to express the intended action.

When comparing two items, the comparative form 'more' is used. Since the doctor tried two specific drugs, 'more' is the correct choice.

To put money into a bank account is to 'deposit' it. This is the standard banking term.

The correct phrasal verb for leading a meeting is 'preside over'.

'Tenuous' means weak or slight, which fits the context of ties that can 'hardly withstand any strain'.