Sentence Completion Test - 1
____, two strong-willed Sultans, Selim III and Mahmud II, set about acquiring the scientif knowledge needed to re-build military superiority.
  • Since they are really against wars armies in the world
  • The reason why the First World War was initiated was
  • Although the intellectuals who were sent to Europe marvelled at what they found
  • After the military defeats that came quickly at the beginning of the nineteenth century
Explanation: The sentence discusses how Sultans Selim III and Mahmud II sought scientific knowledge to rebuild military superiority. The most logical context for this would be military defeats, which would motivate them to seek improvements. Therefore, option D best fits the sentence.
_____, the kiwi is the prime fruit to eat if you have the flu
  • Since it has more vitamin C than any other one
  • Because of its calorie amount
  • Had you been overweight
  • That you're not allowed to consume fruit
Explanation: The sentence states that the kiwi is the prime fruit to eat if you have the flu, which suggests that the reason should relate to health benefits, particularly vitamin C, which boosts immunity. Option A correctly provides this reasoning.
Contrary to common belief, vegetarian ants do not consume plants directly by biting pieces out of them. Instead, they _____.
  • prefer to consume fles
  • have only a minor effect on ecolog
  • outnumber the other insects living in the same area
  • drink nectar and similar sugar-rich plant secretions
Explanation: The sentence states that vegetarian ants do not consume plants directly by biting pieces out of them. This suggests that they must obtain nutrients in a different way. Option D correctly states that they drink nectar and similar sugar-rich plant secretions, which aligns with their vegetarian nature.
Should the governments of both countries fail to start negotiations soon, _____.
  • both sides are hopeful that a possible war can be avoided
  • most of the authorities have long feared a rebel
  • many people have considered the possibility of a civil war
  • a war is highly likely to be the result
Explanation: The sentence starts with "Should the governments of both countries fail to start negotiations soon," which implies a conditional situation where failure to negotiate could lead to consequences. The most logical outcome in such a scenario is the likelihood of war, making option E the best choice.
______ that were announced to start the following week.
  • The expo-technology meeting received great public interest
  • Peach trees have blossomed late this year
  • The derby match had to be put off owing to t unfavourable weather conditions
  • Candidates from both parties were looking forward
Explanation: Option C is correct because it logically connects the postponement of the derby match with the unfavorable weather forecast for the following week. The phrase "that were announced" refers to the weather conditions.
After thinking weeks to come to a decision, _____.
  • the new project was given up
  • Ben chose purple as the wall colour of his kitchen
  • the dog would make a more difficult pet to t care of than a bird
  • the disagreement was solved in a satisfactory way
Explanation: The sentence requires a subject performing an action after thinking for weeks. Option B correctly follows with "Ben chose," making it a logical and grammatically correct continuation of the sentence.
_____, the occasion will be held in the ballroom instead.
  • Although everyone had brought their umbrellas with them
    • Explanation: The phrase "the occasion will be held in the ballroom instead" suggests a change of venue due to weather conditions. Option C logically introduces this possibility with "In case of rain or snow."