Model IV : Antonyms

DIRECTIONS : In each of the following questions, pick up the choice which is most opposite in meaning of the word italicised bold in the sentence.
21. He found an ancient statue in the village.
  A.  New
  B.  Modern
  C.  Recent
  D.  Fresh
22. The leader was pragmatic in his approach to the problems facing the country.
  A. Vague
  B. Optimistic
  C. Idealistic
  D. Indefinite

23. The criminal was detained by the police.
  A.  Released
  B.  Deterred
  C.  Protected
  D.  Dismissed
24. He was asked to accelerate the pace of work.
  A.  Check
  B.  Slacken
  C.  Control
  D.  Supervise
25. Repression in China has deepened during the past few months.
  A.  Liberation
  B.  Expression
  C.  Agitation
  D.  Regeneration
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