134. Adversity teaches man to be humble and self-reliant.
A.sincerity
B.animosity
C.curiosity
D.prosperity

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135. Everything about him, especially his talkative nature, proclaims his effeminacy.
A.aggressiveness
B.attractiveness
C.manliness
D.boorishness

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136. Those who views are progressive often meet with formidable impediments when they begin to act.
A.revolutionary
B.retrograde
C.brave
D.outmoded

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137. The moment when jadish got order of promotion, as General Manager, was a memorable occasion for him and his family.
A.passing
B.immemorial
C.forgetful
D.innocuous

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138. Many people suffer setbacks in their career because of their inherent levity. Many people suffer setbacks in their career because of their inherent levity. Many people suffer setbacks in their career because of their inherent levity.
A.seriousness
B.solemnity
C.religiosity
D.gravity

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139. The leader was pragmatic in his approach to the problem facing the country.
A.indefinite
B.vague
C.idealistic
D.optimistic

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140. There was something strange and morbid about the whole house.
A.healthy
B.cheerful
C.insipid
D.appealing

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