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Correct option: C — network

network ‘Network’ means a group or system of interconnected people or things. Variation means something that is different from another thing. Mesh means a kind of material that is like a net. Clash means to fight or disagree about something. The given sentence states that each band is known across a wide area because all residents of a given region are typically tied to one another through a large network of kinship and reciprocity. Hence, ‘network’ is the most appropriate answer.

Correct option: C — permeate

Permeate ‘Permeate’ means spread throughout (something); pervade. The given sentence states that Eventually, the water will permeate through the surrounding concrete. Hence, ‘Permeate’ is the most appropriate answer.

Correct option: C — was falling

was falling The sentence is in the past tense because it is describing an event that happened in the past. Only option c is in the past tense. Hence, ‘was falling’ is the most appropriate answer.

Correct option: A — shakily

shakily ‘Shakily’ means in a manner characterized by trembling or shaking. The given sentence states that she was moving slowly and shakily yesterday when she fell.

Correct option: D — cemented

cemented ‘Cemented’ means settle or establish firmly. The given sentence states that his place was cemented in the team after he displayed his explosive batting style. Hence, ‘cemented’ is the most appropriate answer.

Correct option: B — up to

up to The phrase ‘up to’ means keen or willing to try something out or make a good effort. The given sentence states that don't you be clever with me, boy! I want to know what you're really up to. Hence, ‘up to’ is the most appropriate answer.

Correct option: B — quick shower

quick shower A “quick shower” is an idiom which means it rains for a very short period of time. The given sentence states that the first time that nuclear radiation has been washed off with a quick shower. Hence, ‘quick shower’ is the most appropriate answer.

Correct option: B — relentless

Relentless ‘Relentless’ means continuing in a severe or extreme way. Hence, ‘relentless’ is the most appropriate answer.

Correct option: C — frugal

frugal ‘Frugal’ means careful to use only as much money, food, etc. as is necessary. The given sentence states that I enjoy finding ways to make the most of my budget by being frugal. Hence, ‘frugal’ is the most appropriate answer.

Correct option: C — shone

Shone The word ‘shone’ is the past tense of the verb ‘shine’. The verb ‘shine’ means to emit light. The given sentence states that Today is cloudy, but yesterday the sun shone. Hence, ‘shone’ is the most appropriate answer.