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    Question

    In the questions that follow, a word has been given

    which is used in three different sentences, in similar or different context. Choose the sentence(s) in which the word is correctly used and mark that as your answer. ASSIDUOUS I. He was assiduous in checking and double-checking dates in parish records and in the various census. II. Despite his poor village origins, he is cold and assiduous to the problems confronting his family and friends. III. The photographs are of assiduous quality, the layout and design clumsy and amateurish.
    A Both II & III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only I Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both I & III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only II Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Only III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Assiduous (adj.)- showing great care and perseverance. I- usage of the word is correct; the sentence talks about a man who does his work with a lot of effort and care. II- usage is incorrect; one cannot be cold and caring at the same time; if the man was cold or indifferent towards his family, he cannot be called assiduous to their problems. III- usage is incorrect; the sentence here talks about the quality of photographs which cannot be assiduous. Hence, the answer is option b).

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