SRCC GBO 2023

Let's take a look at the tone and meaning of each option individually:
(A) Adoring: This word has a positive tone and means showing deep love and affection.

(B) Jealous: This word has a negative tone and means feeling or showing envy of someone or their achievements and advantages.

(C) Manic: This word has a somewhat negative tone. It means showing wild, deranged, or excited energy, often in a way that is overwhelming or uncontrollable.

(D) menacing: This word has a negative tone as well. It means suggesting the presence of danger or threat.

"Adoring" is the only word with a positive connotation and, hence, is the odd one out. 

Therefore, Option A is the correct answer. 

The most appropriate option to fill in the blanks is Option A.

So, the completed sentence is: “If you want to influence people in a positive way, then your attitude and how you are perceived using non-verbal communication is very important.” 

This option best captures the essence of the sentence, which is about positively influencing people through one’s attitude and non-verbal communication. The other options may not fully convey the positive aspect implied in the sentence.

Option B is not the best fit because the word “control” can have a negative connotation, implying manipulation rather than positive influence. The phrase “how you seem” is also less precise than “how you are perceived”. 

Option C, while positive, doesn’t quite fit the context. “Inspire” is more about motivating others through one’s actions or words, and “are apparent” suggests a clear, obvious presence, which doesn’t necessarily relate to non-verbal communication. 

Option D is not ideal because “impact” is a broader term that can be either positive or negative, and “are seen” is less specific about the perception of others compared to “are perceived”. Therefore, these options are not as suitable as option A for the given sentence.

The most appropriate phrases to fill in the blanks and complete the given text are from option c. 

Here’s the completed text:

“The global village that we live in brings with it (a) plentiful possibilities. Travel around the globe has (b) never been so easy. Movement of people from one nation to another has c) led to a mélange of cultures, language and customs. Let’s revel in this (d) newfound potpourri.”

The most appropriate option to fill in the blank Option B.

So, the sentence would read: “I didn’t have the heart to take the money from my poor nephew.” This phrase is used to express that someone couldn’t do something because it made them feel guilty or it seemed too cruel.

Options A,C and D doesn't fit into the blank in the given context.

Anomaly means something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected. The antonym is Conformity, which means compliance with standards, rules, or laws.

Chicanery: This means deception or trickery, especially by using language. The antonym is Honest, which means free of deceit; truthful and sincere.

Eulogy: This is a speech or piece of writing that praises someone or something highly, typically someone who has just died. The antonym is Censure, which means expressing severe disapproval of (someone or something), especially in a formal statement.

So, the correct match is:

a) Anomaly - 2. Conformity

b) Chicanery - 1. Honest

c) Eulogy - 3. Censure

Hence, Option B is the correct answer.

Option D is the correct answer. This choice conveys that despite the crisis shifting or changing direction, we remain anchored to a single plan or solution.

The phrase “even as” is a conjunction that indicates a contrast or concession. It is commonly used to introduce a clause that contrasts with the main idea. In this context, “even as” connects the idea of remaining anchored to a single plan or solution with the simultaneous occurrence of the crisis shifting or changing direction.

Option B is the correct answer. 'had been married' is a wrong phrase in the sentence.

The revised version should be:

“By the end of next year, my friend’s parents will have been married for 25 years.”

Going through the given options, we can see that Canoe, Helicopter and Submarine are all modes of transport in their respective modes of river, air and sea. 

Bicycles are also a mode of transport, but their relationship with wheels is not one of the environment, as it is in the case of the other three. Hence, this is the odd one out. 

Therefore, Option C is the correct answer. 

Option D is the correct choice. Saying “you are at a disadvantage” means that not being tech-savvy puts you in an unfavourable position. It’s a common expression to convey this idea.

Let's look at other options.

Option A: This choice doesn’t fit well in the context. Saying “you are in a disadvantage” doesn’t convey the intended meaning. We typically use “at a disadvantage” to express being in an unfavourable position.

Option B: While “with” can be used in other contexts, it doesn’t work here. Saying “you are with a disadvantage” sounds awkward and doesn’t convey the intended meaning.

Option C: Again, this choice doesn’t fit the context. Saying “you are of a disadvantage” doesn’t make sense. We don’t use “of” in this expression.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option D.

Sentence: Being tech-savvy is essential in today’s world, and not being so can indeed put you at a disadvantage.

Apropos - Pertinent: Both “Apropos” and “Pertinent” mean being relevant or appropriate in a particular situation. For instance, if someone makes a comment that is directly related to the ongoing discussion, you could say it’s “apropos” or “pertinent.”

Accost - Confront: “Accost” means to approach and address someone boldly or aggressively. Similarly, “confront” involves facing a situation head-on or challenging someone directly.

Appropriation - Allocation: Although not direct synonyms, both terms involve the utilization of resources. “Appropriation” refers to setting aside funds or resources for a specific purpose, while “allocation” involves distributing resources among different areas or needs.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option C.