List I A. Damp squib B. Excerpt C. Rostrum D. Scourge List II 1. Small raised platform on a stage. 2. Something that causes a great dealt of trouble. 3. Situations or events that are less impressive. 4. Small part of a longer text, film or musical piece.

Directions: Match list I (word/expression/specialised term) with List II (meaning) and select the answer using the code given below the Lists.

  1. A. A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2 ✓
  2. B. A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3
  3. C. A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
  4. D. A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2

Correct Answer: A. A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2

Explanation

Damp squib is an event less impressive than expected. Excerpt is a small part of a text or film. Rostrum is a raised platform. Scourge is something causing great trouble.

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