TISSNET 2023

Option A ("Special; magical") is incorrect because the sentence already mentions that the palace glittered, and adding "magical" would be redundant and unnecessary.

Option B ("appear; hid") is incorrect because "appear" does not fit the context of the sentence. The sentence is trying to convey that the palace was special.

Option D ("light; lit") is also incorrect because the word "light" is not used as an adjective to describe the palace. It is true that "lit" means illuminated, but it does not accurately convey the sense of glittering that is mentioned in the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is C, riveting; sparkled, which accurately describes the captivating effect of the palace's glittering and sparkling appearance.

The word "assuage" means to make an unpleasant feeling less intense or to satisfy a desire or need. Synonyms of "assuage" include alleviate, ease, relieve, mitigate, and soothe. Among the given options, "alleviate" is the synonym of "assuage". "Force" means to make someone do something against their will, "aggravate" means to make a problem or situation worse, and "accentuate" means to emphasize or highlight something.
The answer is option D.

The error in the sentence is in the word worlds'. It should be world's with an apostrophe to indicate that it is possessive. 

Correct sentence: It is hard to find linguistic universals amid this world's dazzling variety.

The answer is option A.

The correct answer is A) buzzing; downbeat.

Explanation: The sentence is discussing the current state of the artificial intelligence scene, and how it differs from the overall mood of the technology ecosystem. The word "buzzing" suggests a lively and active scene for artificial intelligence, while "downbeat" suggests a more negative or pessimistic overall mood. The other answer choices do not create a coherent or accurate sentence.

The sentence is grammatically correct, with no spelling, punctuation or grammar errors. It compares news and sugar, stating that news affects the mind similarly to how sugar affects the body. The use of "to" is correct in both instances: "sugar is to the body" and "news is to the mind". The phrase "do not yet understand" is also grammatically correct and conveys the meaning that most people still have not realised or comprehended the comparison being made. Therefore, there is no error in the sentence.

The word 'pithy' means concise and to the point. Therefore, the option that is the most opposite in meaning would be the one that means long-winded or wordy, which is option A - verbose. Option B, cogent, means clear and logical and can be synonymous with pithy in some contexts. Option C, tepid, means lukewarm or lacking enthusiasm, and option D, terse, means using very few words, which is similar to pithy.

The answer is option A.

The correct answer is option D, "in" and "at."

In the given sentence, the phrase "the wind in my hair" means that the speaker wants to feel the wind blowing through their hair. Similarly, the phrase "the sand at my feet" means that the speaker wants to feel the sand beneath their feet. Therefore, the correct prepositions to use in the sentence are "in" and "at," respectively.

The other options are not appropriate because they do not convey the intended meaning of the sentence. "With" and "under" do not fit the context of running through the jungle and do not make sense in this sentence. "On" and "over" could work in some contexts, but they do not accurately convey the desired meaning of feeling the wind in one's hair and the sand at one's feet.

The passage suggests that there is growing concern that a reliance on diagnostic tests and procedures can create unrealistic expectations for finding a precise answer or explanation, particularly in cases where complaints are chronic rather than acute. This can lead to dissatisfaction with a healthcare provider's clinical observations and reasoning. The passage also suggests that there is a need for new approaches to engage with patients when diagnostic certainty is not possible and to build strong, trusting relationships with them. Therefore, it can be concluded that there are concerns about the overreliance on diagnostic tests and a need for new approaches to engage with patients in cases where diagnostic certainty is not possible. In this regard, Option B is a valid conclusion. 

The passage suggests that providers should find better ways to engage with patients when diagnostic certainty is not possible, indicating that dismissing patients' concerns without further investigation or referring the patient to another provider without providing any guidance are not viable solutions. Therefore, we can eliminate Options A and D. Similarly, Option C is contrary to the discussion -  the passage highlights the concern that excessive testing may have raised patients' expectations of always finding a precise answer or explanation, which may not always be possible or recommended as the first line of attack.

The paragraph starts by introducing Dholavira as the first Indus Civilization site in India to receive the World Heritage tag. It then goes on to describe the geometric perfection visible throughout the ruins and the use of perfect shapes for construction, even though the purpose of some structures is unclear. The next sentence describes the city's layout, which was shaped like a parallelogram with smaller compartments in the form of squares or rectangles. The passage then mentions the existence of a few underground staircases, which are blocked with iron grids, possibly leading to sections still awaiting excavation. Therefore, the correct order is ECADB.

We can identify that Statement E must follow the lead sentence since the phrase "these ruins" points towards the Dholavira site, and the broader idea of 'geometric perfection' is first introduced here. The author builds on this subject of geometry by highlighting how "everything has been built in perfect shapes" [Statement C]. This idea is further supplemented using the evidence from the site's map [Statement A], which supports the idea of how the landscape reflected 'geometric' patterns/shapes. Identifying these links should be sufficient to zero in on Option B as the correct choice. 

"Petrified" means extremely frightened or terrified, while "purified" means to make something clean or free from impurities. "Purified" is not appropriate in this context. "Petrifried" and "Purtified" are not valid words in English.

The answer is option B.