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.

The house remained_____ for a long time.

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

______ there were no buses, we had to take a taxi.

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.

Dense mangroves are common varieties with roots submerged ______ water.

We should take_____ measures to prevent recurrence of such incidents.

Select the most appropriate word/s to fill in the blank.
Only ______ girls were present in the class today.

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
Do not meddle ______ the affairs of others.

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
______ the train was late by six hours, it made up three hours before reaching its destination.

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.
You must apologize ______ the punishment.