Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3) that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
The tribunal has postponed the hearing to December 15.
(1) delayed
(2) pushed
(3) adjourned
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
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Correct Answer: (3)
Solution : The sentence can be improved using the third option "adjourned".
This is a valid alternative and is often used in legal contexts to indicate the temporary suspension or rescheduling of a hearing or meeting.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Therefore, the correct sentence is "The tribunal has adjourned the hearing to December 15".
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The celebration was abandoned due to heavy rains.
(1) adjourned
(2) postponed
(3) inoperative
The meeting was advanced until the following Monday.
(2) suspended
(3) forwarded
Question : Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative that will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "No Improvement".
(The meeting adjourned abruptly) by the chairperson after about an hour of intense deliberation.
(1) The meeting was adjourned abruptly
(2) The meeting was abruptly adjourned
(3)The meeting was adjourned abrupt
The watch is correct by the minute.
(1) to
(2) for
(3) of
Elephants live in groups in the jungle.
(1) Crowds
(2) Herds
(3) Hoards
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