Sentences Test 20

The word that has same meaning as the italicized word in both the sentences is Option D, Shade. Shade means a little darkness cause by obstruction from direct sunlight. It is also a type or degree of colour. Context of sentence I is that she was sitting under the shade of the tree. Second sentence means that the customer wanted another shade of the paint on kitchen wall. Option A 'fade' means to faint gradually. Option B 'tint' means tone or colour. Option C 'cloud' refers to the cloud in the sky. Option E 'reflection' means image of something in the mirror. So, the options A, B, C and E are incorrect and the correct option is Option D, shade.

The word that has same meaning as the italicized word in both the sentences is Option D, 'gathering'. Gathering means assembly of people as a group. It also means to collect something together. Context of sentence I is that students started collecting their books when  the bell rang. Sentence II means there was group of people at the airport waiting for the President. Option A, 'arraying' means arranging or assembling in a particular way. Option B 'collection' means a group of objects of one type. Option C 'Swarming' means.moving or forming a large group of people or insects.Option E 'numbering' means numbers being used to refer to the order of things. Thus, the options A, B, C and E are incorrect and the correct answer is option D, gathering.

The word that fits in place of the italicized word in both the sentences is option B, poured. Poured means flow quickly in large amounts or to run. It is also used if we want to say that it is raining heavily. The context of the first sentence is that huge crowds quickly rushed into the hall as soon as the doors opened. The second sentence means that water rushed into the village as soon as the dam broke. Option A, 'drained' means to empty out. Option C, 'gushed' means burst or rush. Option D 'threw' is the past tense of throw and it means to send something through the air with force. Thus, options A, C and D are incorrect and the correct option is option B, poured.

The most apt word that has same meaning as the italicized word in both sentences is Option A, 'Sharp'. Sharp is used for a person who is intelligent or quick to notice things. It also means clear to understand. The context of sentence I is that Sam is very sharp so he is able to get out of tight spots often. Sentence II means that the difference between the two tasks was quite clear. Option B, 'clear' means understandable. Option C 'intelligible'  also means  understandable. Option D 'visible' means able to be seen. Thus, B, C and D are incorrect options and correct answer is option A, 'sharp'.

The word that could be used in the same context for both the sentences is option E, decided. It means clear or unquestionable. The context of sentence I is that the issue was finally decided or made clear. Sentence II means that women are given clear advantages over men in one's office. Option A 'destined' means certain to meet. Option B 'fixed' means secure or confirmed. So, A and B do not fit in the context of sentence II. Option C 'installed' means to place in a position for use. Option D 'negotiated' means.to have discussion to reach an agreement  C and D also do not fit in any of the two sentences. Thus, the best fit for both the sentences is Option E 'decided'.

The word that means the same as the italicized word in both the sentences is option D 'decline'. The decline means politely refuse. It also means a gradual reduction in strength, numbers or quality. The sentence I means that he couldn't decline to accept his proposal. Sentence II means that country is witnessing a decrease in the moral standards of political leaders. Option A 'retrograde' means moving backward. Option B 'refute' means prove to be wrong. Option C 'droop' means to bend or sag. Thus, the best fit for both the sentences is option D, decline and other options A, B and C are incorrect.

The word that could replace italicized word in both the sentences is option B 'Pines'. Pines is an evergreen tree or wood of pine trees. Pine also means to strongly desire for something that is difficult to obtain. The context of the first sentence is that commercial wood can be made from those pines. Second sentence means that man who always pines for everything gets nothing. Option A 'barks' refers to the bark of the tree or tree's outer hard covering.  Option C 'trunks' is the main thick stem of the tree.So, A and C do not fit in sentence II. Option D 'yearns' means having an intense feeling of longing for something. This doesn't fit in sentence I. Thus, the best fit for both the sentences is option B 'pines'.

The word that could replace the italicized word in both the sentences is option C 'Institute'. Institute means to establish. Institute also means to start a system or rule to exist. The context of the first sentence is that government has decided to begin new series of lectures. The second sentence means that decision of establishing new university was welcomed by people. Option A 'manage' means to govern or direct. Option B 'organise' means. arrange systematically. Option D 'build' means to construct or assemble. Option E 'plan' means. Thus, the best fit for both the sentences is Option C 'institute'.