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From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word as it is used in the sentence

Most people abhor nagging.

A
scorn
B
despise
C
reject
D
slight
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32

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

I really hope beatrice would be kind enough to let us stay the night.

A
generous
B
polite
C
gracious
D
gentle
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33

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

I personally think that the costume outlandish

A
outdated
B
strange
C
unique
D
foreign
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34

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

He did all he could to fortify the building against attack.

A
defend
B
secure
C
shield
D
support
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35

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

This is one decision you cannot defend

A
justify
B
explain
C
support
D
express
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36

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

He simply dislikes he's wife's inordinate demands for money.

A
frequent
B
excessive
C
repeated
D
indecent
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37

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

Bravery is Victor's most dominant trait

A
admirable
B
outstanding
C
suitable
D
influencial
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38

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

It's always better to buy durable products

A
authentic
B
expensive
C
permanent
D
lasting
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39

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

Where did this document emanate from.

A
originate
B
emerge
C
appear
D
arise
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40

From the words lettered A to D below each of the following sentences, choose the word or group of words as it is used in the sentence

The management applauded the staff for their hardwork

A
adored
B
commended
C
encouraged
D
recommended
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