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1.

  The new software is packed with so many bells and whistles that it might take some time to explore all its features.
               
    (A) superfluous features that are not essential  
(B) simple and basic features
    (C) complex and advanced features  
    (D) necessary and indispensable features  
               
2.   I can't believe you're still holding out on me after all these years of friendship.
               
    (A) refusing to share something  
(B) sharing something willingly
    (C) waiting for something  
    (D) being honest in communication  
               
3.   You need to use your head and think carefully before making any important decisions.
               
    (A) to use physical force  
(B) to use someone else's idea
    (C) to use reasoning and intellect  
    (D) to use emotions and intuition  
               
4.   Before committing to a full-time job, he decided to test the waters by taking on a part-time position.
               
    (A) to avoid trying something new  
(B) to plunge into a new situation without preparation
    (C) to gradually try something new to see if it will work  
    (D) to stay in a comfortable and familiar situation  
               
5.   The new employee tried to break the ice by telling a joke to her coworkers on her first day.
               
    (A) to cause a disruption  
(B) to initiate social interaction
    (C) to keep things the way they are  
    (D) to avoid communicating with others  
               
6.   As a new employee, he was disappointed to find that he would have to play second fiddle to his more experienced colleagues.
               
    (A) to be the main performer  
    (B) to be insignificant
    (C) to refuse to participate  
    (D) to be in a subordinate role  
         

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    Answers : 1A   2A   3C   4C   5B   6D  
       
 
 

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