Selecting Words Questions in English

(A) The correct answer is $A$. Betting on horses refers to the act of gambling money on the outcome of a horse race. Therefore,the sentence becomes: 'He lost a lot of money by betting on horses.'

(C) The term $redundant$ refers to something that is no longer needed or useful. When banks introduced computers,the manual tasks performed by clerks were automated,making their roles unnecessary or $redundant$.

(B) The correct phrasal verb to describe the weather improving after rain is 'cleared up'.
'Cleared up' means that the clouds have disappeared or the rain has stopped,resulting in better weather conditions.
Therefore,the complete sentence is: 'After the rain the weather cleared up and we went for a walk.'

(D) The verb 'comprise' means 'to consist of' or 'to be made up of'.
Therefore,it does not require a preposition like 'of' after it.
Using 'comprises of' is grammatically incorrect.
Thus,the correct choice is 'none of the above' because no preposition is needed.

(D) The correct answer is $possesses$. In the phrase '$Only one candidate out of ten$',the subject is '$one$',which is singular. Therefore,the verb must also be in the singular form to agree with the subject. Among the given options,'$possesses$' is the only singular verb form that fits the context of having qualifications.

(B) The word 'illuminated' means to light up or brighten with light. In the context of a city celebrating a special occasion like Republic Day,buildings and streets are decorated with lights,making 'illuminated' the most appropriate choice.

(C) The correct phrase is $such a$.
In English grammar,when using the structure 'such + (adjective) + noun',we must include the article 'a' or 'an' if the noun is singular and countable.
Here,'wonderful time' is a singular countable noun phrase,so 'such a' is the grammatically correct choice to emphasize the quality of the time spent.

(D) The most appropriate word to complete the sentence is 'specify'. In the context of job advertisements,'specify' means to state clearly or identify the exact number of vacancies available. Therefore,the sentence becomes: 'Most of the advertisements don't specify the number of vacancies.'

(C) The correct idiom is "as wise as a judge". This is a common English simile used to describe someone who is very sensible,intelligent,or judicious in their decision-making. Therefore,the most appropriate word to complete the sentence is "wise".

(C) The correct answer is $C$.
An $asset$ is defined as a useful or valuable person or thing.
Since the engineer is described as 'very efficient',he is considered a valuable member of the company,making 'an asset' the most appropriate choice.

(B) The verb 'mend' means to repair something that is broken or not working. In the context of a washing machine that needs servicing,'mend' is the most appropriate term to describe the action of fixing it.

(B) The word 'compel' means to force someone to do something. In the given context,the sentence implies that it is impossible to force the person to perform an action against her will. Therefore,'compel' is the most appropriate choice.

(D) The word 'sanguine' is an adjective that means optimistic or positive,especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation.
Therefore,if someone is sanguine about a situation,it means they are an 'optimist'.

(D) The correct answer is $D$. The structure '$It is + time + since + subject + past tense verb$' is used to indicate the duration of time that has passed since an action occurred. Therefore,the past tense form 'visited' is the most appropriate choice.

(D) The sentence structure 'too...to' implies that the action following 'to be' should be something that should not happen due to the importance of the subject.
'Neglected' is the most appropriate word because it means to fail to care for properly,which fits the context that the study is of high importance and should not be ignored.

(B) The correct word is $shade$.
$Shadow$ refers to the dark shape cast on a surface by an object blocking light.
$Shade$ refers to the area of relative darkness or coolness protected from direct sunlight,especially under a tree.
Therefore,a lion lying under a tree to escape the heat would be in the $shade$ of the tree.

(A) The correct word is $corroborated$.
To corroborate means to confirm or give support to a statement,theory,or finding.
In the context of survey results,experts typically validate or confirm the findings,making $corroborated$ the most precise and formal choice among the given options.

(B) The correct answer is $B$. The structure $too + \text{adjective} + \text{infinitive}$ is used to express that someone is unable to do something because of a specific quality. Here,'too dull to solve' correctly completes the sentence,meaning they lack the intelligence required to solve the problem.

(C) The correct phrase is "most to blame". The expression "to be most to blame" is a standard idiomatic construction used to indicate that someone bears the primary responsibility for a negative outcome.

(D) The correct preposition to use with the verb 'accused' is 'of'. Therefore,the complete sentence is: 'He was accused of stealing jewellery from the bank's locker.' The phrase 'accused of' is a standard collocation in English grammar.

(B) The correct answer is $B$. The word 'circuitous' means indirect or roundabout,which explains why the taxi fare was higher. $A$ longer,indirect path leads to a higher cost.

(C) The most appropriate word to complete the sentence is 'leapt'.
'Heart leapt' is a common idiomatic expression used to describe a sudden feeling of excitement,joy,or surprise.
Therefore,the sentence becomes: 'Rita's heart leapt at the sight of a diamond necklace.'

(A) The most appropriate word to describe a continuous area or extent of land,such as mountain ranges,is 'stretch'. Therefore,the sentence becomes: 'He lives near a lovely stretch of the mountain ranges.'

(D) The correct word is 'passions'. Ambition is defined as a strong desire to achieve something,which aligns with the definition of a 'passion'. Since ambitions are often deep-seated,intense desires that grow as one achieves them,they are frequently described as remaining unsatisfied. Therefore,'passions' is the most contextually appropriate choice.

(A) The most appropriate word to complete the sentence is 'sound'.
In this context,'amiable disposition' refers to a friendly and pleasant nature.
'Sound character' is a standard English collocation that refers to a person who is reliable,honest,and morally upright.
The other options ('large','big','powerful') do not collocate correctly with the word 'character' in this specific context.

(C) The sentence is in the future tense ('you will get late'). In question tags,if the main clause is positive,the tag must be negative. Since the auxiliary verb is 'will',the negative tag is 'won't' followed by the subject 'you'. Therefore,the correct tag is 'won't you'.

(B) The word 'dearth' means a scarcity or lack of something. When cattle do not get enough grass to eat,they suffer from malnutrition and become weak or thin. The word 'emaciated' means abnormally thin or weak,especially because of illness or a lack of food. Therefore,'emaciated' is the most appropriate word to describe the condition of the cattle.

(D) The most appropriate verb to use when taking money out of a bank account is 'draws'.
Therefore,the complete sentence is: 'He draws $Rs. 500$ out of the bank every Monday.'

(A) The correct phrasal verb is "back out".
To "back out" means to withdraw from a commitment,agreement,or promise.
In the context of signing a contract,once it is signed,one cannot withdraw or cancel the agreement easily.
Therefore,the sentence becomes: "Once you sign this contract,you won't be able to back out."

(B) The correct answer is $B$. The word "firmly" means securely or tightly fixed in place. When someone's feet get stuck in mud,they are held tightly,making it difficult to move. Therefore,"firmly" is the most appropriate adverb to describe the state of being stuck.

(D) An arbiter is a person who settles a dispute or has ultimate authority in a matter.
To be a 'good' arbiter,one must be neutral and fair.
The word 'impartial' means not biased or prejudiced,which is the essential quality of an arbiter.
Therefore,the correct word to complete the sentence is 'impartial'.

(B) The correct preposition to use with the adjective 'inferior' is 'to'. In English grammar,adjectives ending in '-ior' (such as 'inferior','superior','senior','junior') are followed by the preposition 'to' instead of 'than'. Therefore,the complete sentence is: 'This product is quite inferior to that one.'

(C) The correct phrasal verb to use here is $put \ out$,which means to extinguish a light or a fire. Therefore,the complete sentence is: 'After reading a novel,$I$ put out the light and slept.'

(D) The phrase $took$ $off$ is the correct phrasal verb used for an aircraft leaving the ground and beginning its flight. Therefore,the complete sentence is: The captain has been warned about the storm,before the plane took off.

(C) The most appropriate word to describe a short period of a particular type of weather is "spell".
Therefore,the sentence becomes: "We had a spell of cold weather in March."
- "Phase" refers to a distinct stage in a process.
- "Length" refers to the measurement of something from end to end.
- "Duration" refers to the time during which something continues.
- "Spell" is the correct idiomatic term used for a short period of weather.

(D) The correct answer is $D$. The structure '$too + \text{adjective} + \text{to-infinitive}$' is used to indicate that something is excessive to the point of preventing an action. In this sentence,'too small' implies that she is not yet big enough to play cricket.

(C) The most appropriate word to describe the deep,resonant sound produced by thunder is 'rumble'. Therefore,the correct sentence is: 'After the heavy rain,$I$ heard the rumble of thunder.'

(A) The sentence is based on the well-known English proverb,"$A$ rolling stone gathers no moss."
This proverb means that a person who is always moving from place to place,or changing jobs,never accumulates wealth,status,or responsibilities.
Therefore,the correct word to complete the sentence is "gathers".

(D) The most appropriate word to complete the sentence is 'competition'.
In the context of trade and business,the term 'keen competition' is a standard collocation used to describe a situation where many businesses are striving to outperform one another to gain market share or customers.
Therefore,the sentence becomes: 'Today you can see a keen competition in each trade.'

(C) The correct preposition to use when someone falls from a vehicle like a bicycle is 'off'.
Therefore,the complete sentence is: 'She fell off the bicycle.'

(A) The correct phrase is $Due to$. The sentence structure requires a prepositional phrase to indicate the cause of the traffic jam. '$Due to$' is used to mean 'because of' or 'caused by',which fits perfectly in this context to explain the reason for the traffic jam.

(B) The correct phrasal verb is $tie$ $down$.
In this context,$tie$ $down$ means to restrict the movement or activity of someone or something,or to keep them occupied and unable to move elsewhere.
Therefore,the army was able to restrict or keep the three enemy divisions occupied.

(C) The correct option is $C$. The sentence refers to a specific action that occurred in the past ('during her last visit'). Therefore,the simple past tense negative form 'didn't' (did not) is the most appropriate choice to complete the sentence.

(C) The correct answer is $C$. The word 'another' is used to refer to an additional person or thing of the same type. Since she has already read one novel and wants to read one more,'another' is the most appropriate choice.

(A) The word "latitude" in this context refers to freedom of action or scope for behavior. Therefore,the sentence means "Don't allow too much freedom to your children." The other options do not fit the context of the sentence as appropriately as "latitude".