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Question
In the question, there are five sentences. Each sentence has pairs of word/phrase that are italicized and highlighted. From the italicized and highlighted word/phrase, select the most appropriate word/phrase to form correct sentences. Then, from the options given, choose the best one.
Regrettably [A] / Regretfully [B] I have to decline your invitation. The critics censored [A] / censured [B] the new movie because of its social unacceptability.
He was besides [A] / beside [B] himself with range when I told him what I had done.
Anita had a beautiful broach [A] / brooch [B] on the lapel of her jacket.
He has the same capacity as an adult to consent [A] / assent [B] to surgical treatment.
Options
BABBA
BBAAB
ABBBA
BABAB
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Solution
BABBA
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