Fill in the gap with the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the underlined word.

Here are the answers to the questions:

Question 4:
The word "erratic" means unpredictable, inconsistent, or irregular. The sentence implies that the power supply was the opposite of erratic in the past.

• A. "Constant" means occurring continuously over a period of time, or remaining the same. This is the direct opposite of erratic.
• B. "Static" means lacking in movement, action, or change. While it implies lack of change, "constant" better describes a steady, predictable power supply.
• C. "Bright" refers to light.
• D. "Common" means frequent or widespread.

Therefore, the most nearly opposite word is "constant".
The completed sentence is: Power supply has become erratic these days, but in the past it was constant.

The correct option is A.

Question 5:
The word "reconciling" means restoring friendly relations between people. The sentence suggests Roxanne did the opposite of reconciling her parents.

• A. "Dissociating" means disconnecting or separating.
• B. "Destroying" means putting an end to something.
• C. "Separating" means causing to move or be apart. This is the direct opposite of bringing them together or reconciling them.
• D. "Isolating" means causing a person to be alone or apart from others.

Therefore, the word that best fits the gap and is opposite to reconciling is "separating".
The completed sentence is: Instead of reconciling her parents, Roxanne worked hard at separating them.

The correct option is C.

Question 6:
The word "remorse" means deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed. The sentence implies that he did not show regret.

• A. "Unrepentant" means showing no regret for one's wrongdoings. This is the direct opposite of showing remorse.
• B. "Unpleasant" means not pleasing or enjoyable.
• C. "Uncooperative" means not willing to work with others.
• D. "Ungrateful" means not feeling or showing gratitude.

Therefore, the word that best fits the gap and is opposite to showing remorse is "unrepentant".
The completed sentence is: Rather than show remorse, he remained unrepentant.

The correct option is A.