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[#116] When he heard . . . . . . . . news, Thomas was very worried.
Correct Answer

(C) the

Explanation

Solution: Here, the sentence mentions a very specific news which got Thomas worried. So, the most appropriate article that completes the sentence is 'The'.

[#117] You can do the work if you have . . . . . . . . patience.
Correct Answer

(D) no article

Explanation

Solution: 'Patience' is an abstract noun. No article is required.

[#118] . . . . . . . . scheme failed for want of sufficient funds.
Correct Answer

(C) the

Explanation

Solution: 'The' is definite article used to talk about a particular person or thing. Here, we talk about a definite scheme that failed.

[#119] I have . . . . . . . . European friend.
Correct Answer

(A) a

Explanation

Solution: 'European' starts with a vowel but while pronouncing, we say 'Yu-ro-pi-un.' Hence, it has a consonant sound and not a vowel sound. Thus we can say 'a European'.

[#120] . . . . . . . . lion is the beast of prey.
Correct Answer

(C) the

Explanation

Solution: 'The' is an definite article used to talk about a particular person, animal or thing. Here, we talk about a definite animal 'Lion'.