Question No 8: Sentence Equivalence Because the African team was not expected to reach the knock-

Question No 8: Sentence Equivalence
Because the African team was not expected to reach the knock-out rounds, the fans were __________ when the team came back with the trophy.
A. Overwrought B. Pensive C. Restive D. Agitated E. Elated
F. Thrilled #GREPrepWithCollegepond

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Collegepond Counsellors (Jimeet Sanghavi) Author

7 years ago

Solution: E & F are the correct answers.
The former half of the sentence clearly indicates that the African team was NOT expected to reach the knock-out rounds. “Overwrought” and “agitated” are both negative emotions, whereas “pensive” and “restive” are neutral. What we are looking for is something that indicates a positive sentiment in the crowd’s reaction. Option (E) “thrilled” and option (F) “... See more

Ketan Dhamne

7 years ago

Dinkar

7 years ago

e,f

Sujitha Jayaraj

7 years ago

Sukrit

7 years ago

E F

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