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Correct option: D — Hypocrisy

Hypocrisy - a pretence of having a virtuous character, moral or religious beliefs or principles, etc., that one does not really possess. Gullibility - the quality of being easily tricked or deceived. Shrewdness - the quality of being clever and practical. Naivety - lack of experience and knowledge of the world.

Correct option: A — Euphoria

Euphoria - a state of intense happiness and self-confidence. Intoxication - the state of being drunk or under the influence of drugs. Oblivion - the state of being completely unaware of what is happening around you.

Correct option: B — Chastise

Chastise - to criticise someone severely. Rate - the speed at which something happens or changes. Scoff - to laugh at someone or something in a mocking way. Remonstrate - to protest or complain to someone about something.

Correct option: C — Bonfire

Bonfire - huge fire for celebration. Agenda - a list of things that are to be discussed or done at a meeting. Campaign - a series of organized activities designed to achieve a particular goal. Crossfire - a situation in which someone is caught up in conflict between two or more other people or groups.

Correct option: D — To purr

To purr - to make a low continuous vibratory sound expressing contentment (of a cat). To meow - to make a characteristic crying sound (of a cat). To buzz - to make a low, continuous humming sound similar to that made by an insect. To roar - a full, deep, prolonged cry uttered by a lion or other large wild animal.

Correct option: B — Quorum

Quorum - minimum people needed for a meeting. Forum - a meeting or place for open discussion and debate. Addendum - a piece of additional information that is added to something that has already been written. Decorum - correct and polite behavior.

Correct option: A — Mint

Mint - a place where coins are made. Post Office - a place where stamps are sold and from where letters and parcels are sent. Grove - a group of trees planted close together. Trough - a long, narrow open container for animals to eat or drink out of.

Correct option: D — Behemoth

Behemoth - something of monstrous size or power. Heavyweight - weighing more than 175 pounds and therefore in the heaviest class of boxers. Bulk - the mass or size of something large. Amazon - a tall, strong, or forceful woman.

Correct option: D — Multitasking

Multitasking - an ability to do several things at the same time. Unitasking - focusing on one task at a time. Indictment - a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime. Blasphemy - the act of disrespecting or showing contempt for god or sacred things.

Correct option: B — Extempore

Extempore - spoken or done without any previous thought or preparation. Inaugural - marking the beginning of an institution, activity, or period of office. Initiative - the power or opportunity to act or take charge before others do. Maiden - being the first attempt or act of its kind.