169. The commission took two years to go through the massive collection of files and documents before preparing its report.
A.meager
B.heavy
C.light
D.short

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170. He was asked to accelerate the pace of work.
A.supervise
B.slacken
C.control
D.check

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171. It is one of pernicious customs prevailing in the society. It is one of pernicious customs prevailing in the society.
A.permanent
B.beneficial
C.parochial
D.dangerous

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172. The error in the newspaper article is incidental.
A.intentional
B.conventional
C.usual
D.permissible

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173. The General Manager is quite tactful and handles the workers union very effectively.
A.disciplined
B.naive
C.strict
D.loose

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174. The actor is well known both for his humility and courage.
A.pride
B.determination
C.honesty
D.gentleness

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175. What he tells me confirms my ideas.
A.strengthens
B.opposes
C.contradicts
D.verifies

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