Question 8551:

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) in italics.

The chairman’s reaction was storm in a tea cup.

A. Suitable for the occasion
B. Less serious than it appeared to be
C. More serious than necessary
D. Greatly diminished in scope

Question 8552:

Choose the word or expression which best completes each sentence.

He behaves as if he a ____________ governor.

A. Is
B. Was
C. Were
D. Are

Question 8553:

Choose the word or expression which best completes each sentence.

The chairman did not take kindly to the ____________ remarks about his policy.

A. Abusive
B. Dishonourable
C. Derisive
D. Derogatory

Question 8554:

Choose the word or expression which best completes each sentence.

Although I am watching television, I ____________ what you are saying.

A. Am hearing
B. Can hear
C. Have heard
D. Was hearing

Question 8555:

Choose the word or expression which best completes each sentence.

The policemen who were to keep watch connived ____________ the robber's escape.

A. With
B. At
C. To
D. For