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1

Choose the correct meaning of the idiom 'Hit the nail on the head'.

A.Miss the point
B.Speak exactly right
C.Work carelessly
D.Leave early

Explanation: The idiom 'Hit the nail on the head' means 'Speak exactly right'.

2

Select the correctly spelt word.

A.Accomodation
B.Accommodation
C.Acommodation
D.Acommoddation

Explanation: 'Accommodation' is the correct spelling.

3

Select the option that correctly identifies the part of the sentence containing an error: 'Each of the players were given a certificate after the match.'

A.Each of
B.were
C.was
D.No error

Explanation: The word 'were' is incorrect in the sentence structure. It should be replaced with 'was' according to standard grammar rules.

4

Choose the word most nearly opposite in meaning to 'Benevolent'.

A.Cruel
B.Kind
C.Generous
D.Helpful

Explanation: 'Cruel' is the correct antonym of 'Benevolent'.

5

Choose the word most nearly similar in meaning to 'Adept'.

A.Skilled
B.Weak
C.Careless
D.Slow

Explanation: 'Skilled' is the correct synonym of 'Adept'.

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