GRE Verbal : Nouns in One-Blank Texts

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for GRE Verbal

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Example Questions

Example Question #371 : Nouns In One Blank Texts

Choose the word or set of words that best completes the following sentence.

She blamed her roomate's __________ in leaving the window open and letting the cat escape.

Possible Answers:

deference

subterfuge

petulance

negligence

hindrance

Correct answer:

negligence

Explanation:

The phrase "leaving the window open" does not indicate an active deed or intentional action. The correct answer will indicate the roomate's inaction. "Negligence," meaning carelessness or inattention, is the best choice among the answers.

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