In each question, an incomplete statement (Stem) followed by fillers is given.…
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In each question, an incomplete statement (Stem) followed by fillers is given. Pick out the best one which can complete incomplete stem correctly and meaningfully.
His appearance is unsmiling but ......
- A.
his heart is full of compassion for others
- B.
he looks very serious on most occasions
- C.
people are afraid of him
- D.
he is uncompromising on matters of task performance
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Correct answer: A
Answer: his heart is full of compassion for others
Why this is correct:
The conjunction 'but' introduces a contrast between outward appearance and inner quality.
The phrase 'his heart is full of compassion for others' provides a clear, meaningful contrast: though he looks unsmiling, he is kind and caring inside.
Why the other choices are not suitable:
The phrase that says he looks very serious largely repeats the idea of being unsmiling and does not create the contrast expected after 'but'.
The suggestion that people are afraid of him introduces an unsupported negative inference about others' feelings rather than contrasting appearance with inner character.
Saying he is uncompromising about task performance is specific and does not naturally contrast with an unsmiling appearance; it changes the subject rather than completing it meaningfully.