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[#1486] The novel was so interesting that I was oblivious of my surroundings.
Correct Answer

(D) unmindful

Explanation

Solution: Indifferent : having no particular interest or sympathy
unconcerned. Watchful : watching someone or something closely
alert and vigilant. Aware : having knowledge or perception of a situation or fact. Unmindful : not conscious or aware. Oblivious : not aware of or concerned about what is happening around one. Synonym of Oblivious is Unmindful

[#1487] The minister tried to assure the people regarding their safety.
Correct Answer

(A) convince

Explanation

Solution: Convince : cause (someone) to believe firmly in the truth of something. Warn : inform someone in advance of a possible danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation. Provide : make available for use
supply. Protect : keep safe from harm or injury. Assure : tell someone something positively to dispel any doubts. Synonym of Assure is Convince

[#1488] He did not hesitate to pester the sleeping mother when he wanted money.
Correct Answer

(C) trouble

Explanation

Solution: Shake : (of a structure or area of land) tremble or vibrate. Wake : emerge or cause to emerge from sleep
stop sleeping. Trouble : difficulty or problems. Disturb : interfere with the normal arrangement or functioning of. Pester : trouble or annoy (someone) with frequent or persistent requests or interruptions. Synonym of Pester is Trouble

[#1489] The kingdom suffered a constant threat from certain predatory tribes.
Correct Answer

(D) plundering

Explanation

Solution: Wild : (of an animal or plant) living or growing in the natural environment
not domesticated or cultivated. Violent : using or involving physical force intended to hurt, damage, or kill someone or something. Rebellious : showing a desire to resist authority, control, or convention. Plundering : steal goods from (a place or person), typically using force and in a time of war or civil disorder. Predatory : seeking to exploit others. Synonym of Predatory is Plundering

[#1490] Everyone in the bazaar turned to stare at the visitor and his preposterous dress.
Correct Answer

(C) absurd

Explanation

Solution: Pompous : affectedly grand, solemn, or self-important. Vague : of uncertain, indefinite, or unclear character or meaning. Absurd : wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate. Strange : unusual or surprising
difficult to understand or explain. Preposterous : contrary to reason or common sense
utterly absurd or ridiculous. Synonym of Preposterous is Absurd