2025 · Q80
Directions: Match List I (word/expression/specialised term) with List II (meaning) and select the answer using the code given below the Lists.
List I :
- ADamp squib;
- BExcerpt;
- CRostrum;
- DScourge
List II :
- 1Small raised platform on a stage;
- 2Something that causes a great deal of trouble;
- 3Situations or events that are less impressive than expected;
- 4Small part of a longer text, film or musical piece
EnglishMatching List
- A3 4 1 2
- B2 1 4 3
- C2 4 1 3
- D3 1 4 2
Explanation
A damp squib is an event less impressive than expected (3). An excerpt is a small part of a longer text (4). A rostrum is a small raised platform (1). A scourge is a cause of great trouble (2). The sequence 3-4-1-2 is option (a).