In each of the following questions, sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word (s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four and indicate your choice for the correct answer.

Please don't disturb me. I ______ to solve a sum.

Directions: In question four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentences. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and mark it is the Answer Sheet.

Run around in circles

Direction: In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word as your answer.

PARSIMONY

Direction: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given sentence.

One who holds a post without any salary

Direction: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given sentence.

One who is easily deceived

Directions: In question four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentences. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and mark it is the Answer Sheet.

Handle with kid gloves

Direction: In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the word opposite in meaning of the given word as your answer.

SUBSIDE

Direction: In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word as your answer.

OFFEND