Sentence Completion MCQs (Set 1)
46. The children were __________ by the seemingly nonsensical clues until Kinan pointed out that the messages were in code.
D. flummoxed
Explanation:
To flummox means to confuse, perplex, bewilder
47. As the _________ in Romeo and Juliet, Romeo is a hero able to capture the audience’s sympathy by continually professing his love for Juliet.
A. protagonist
Explanation:
is the main character in a drama
48. The chess master promised to __________ havoc upon his opponent’s pawns for taking his bishop.
A. wreak
Explanation:
means to inflict, as a revenge or punishment
49. I have always admired Seymour’s ___________; I’ve never seen him rattled by anything.
A. aplomb
Explanation:
is a self-assurance, composure, poise, especially under strain
50. The soldiers received a military ___________ to inspect all their vehicles before traveling.
D. mandate
Explanation:
mandate is a command or authoritative instruction