1.This year the prestigious prize was ___________ by two reputed social scientists for their contribution in social sciences.
a) conferred
b) shared
c) divided
c) distributed

2.They do ___________ him as an authority in the field of social activities and accept his suggestions.
a) seem
b) report
c) ignore
d) recognize

3.The cardboard box was _________ under the pressure of the heavy trunk and therefore could not be used .
a) disturbed
b) dwindled
c) placed
d) crushed

4.we all were __________ when we heard that our grandfather was coming .
a) possessed
b) enjoyed
c) absorbed
d) thrilled

5.He is so __________ that he will not utter a single word against his father .
a) possessive
b) meek
c) cunning
d) arrogant

6.The _________ transformation of the former soviet union or Russia as it was popularly known, remains one of the biggest stories of the decade.
a) smooth
b) singular
c) tumultuous
d) prophetic

7.Paper money is merely a representation of wealth therefore unlike gold or any other precious met? I,it has no ________ value.
a) financial
b) fiscal
c) inveterate
d) intrinsic

8.All attempts to________the character of our later prime Minister have failed,the people still love him and cherish his memory.
a) denigrate
b) degrade
c) review
d) view

9.Now that we have been challenged ,we must take up the ___________ and meet adversary fearlessly.
a) pique
b) larceny
c) largest
d) gauntlet

10.Tourists are urged not to __________ the sanctity of holy places by wearing improper dress.
a) profane
b) pristine
c) gather
d) wean