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    Question

    Select the most appropriate option to substitute the

    bold segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution required'. I couldn't sleep  in case of  being very tired.
    A No substitution required Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B even though Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C in spite of Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D in order of Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    This option accurately conveys that the speaker was unable to sleep despite feeling very tired. "In spite of" is used to indicate a contrast or contradiction between the two parts of the sentence.

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