English and Logical Reasoning Prep Guide
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- English and Logical Reasoning Prep Guide
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- Paragraph Organization
English and Logical Reasoning Prep Guide · English · Paragraph Organization
Directions: In each of the following questions a short passage is...
Directions: In each of the following questions a short passage is given with one of the lines in the passage missing and represented by a blank. Select the best out of the five answer choices given, to make the passage complete and coherent (coherent means logically complete and sound).
When Myanmar’s previous president, Thein Sein, assumed charge in 2011, he presented a broad vision, including in foreign policy, before Parliament. _______________________________. On all substantial matters, the nation and the international community look to Ms. Suu Kyi, the de facto leader of the government, to articulate Myanmar’s goals and plans.
Options
- AOn the contrary, Ms. Suu Kyi talked about the economic policy of the government in detail right after taking oath.&
- BIn contrast, U Htin Kyaw, the new President, delivered the shortest possible speech in March 2016.
- CIn contrast, Ms. Suu Kyi’s visit to Thailand drew much attention.
- DShortly after assuming office, Ms. Suu Kyi met foreign ambassadors in Naypyidaw and informed them that the new government’s aim was to foster “better relations with neighbours.
Correct answer
B.
In contrast, U Htin Kyaw, the new President, delivered the shortest possible speech in March 2016.
Step-by-step solution
The sentence preceding the blank states 'Thein Sein presented& a broad vision'. Now among the given options, option B states 'In contrast, U Htin Kyaw, the new President, delivered& the shortest possible speech.' gives an immediate contrast to the preceding sentence.
We can thus observe that the two statements mentioned above are contradictory to each other and option B fits in the context of the paragraph well.
No other option is coherent for the blank.
Option B is hence the correct answer.
We can thus observe that the two statements mentioned above are contradictory to each other and option B fits in the context of the paragraph well.
No other option is coherent for the blank.
Option B is hence the correct answer.