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Sentence Completion: sample 12

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Directions

Choose the best answer to complete the following sentences.

There is only ONE correct answer to each question.

In ancient times, the rhythm of life was………. by sunrise and sunset; now we have electricity and can schedule our activities well into the………. of night.

  1. determined – darkness
  2. settled – brightness
  3. prescribed – depth
  4. revived – twilight
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Correct answer: A. determined – darkness

Why

Life's rhythm was "determined" (set) by sunrise/sunset, and now activities extend into the "darkness" of night thanks to electricity.

Source: The General Aptitude Test (GAT) Trial Test (ETEC official) Open the official document

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