Question

    Below are given three sentences with one common word in each.  Choose the sentence that incorrectly uses the word.

          i.        His temper flared when he received the unexpected news, causing him to raise his voice in anger.

        ii.        The technician warned against attempting to temper with the sensitive equipment, as any interference could lead to costly damage or malfunction.

       iii.        The blacksmith used precise control over the temper of the metal to craft a durable and reliable blade.

    A Only i Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only ii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only iii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only ii & iii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    I Sentence: Anger, Control over one’s mind, ability to be calm. II Sentence: Should be replaced with tamper: meaning ‘to destroy or harm’. III Sentence: Elasticity of a metal.

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