Directions (Q. No. 1-5): In this section each item consists of a word or a phrase which is bold in the sentence given. It is followed by forewords or phrase. Select the word or phrase which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the bold word or phrase.

1. As an officer, he was callous to his subordinate staff.
(1) Courteous
(2) Attentive
(3) Considerate
(4) Benevolent

2. Uncle Tom is indeed a garrulous person.
(1) Lazy
(2) Lonely
(3) Reserved
(4) Attractive

3. He gave us measly birthday presents.
(1) Expensive
(2) Lovely
(3) Useful
(4) Attractive

4. His speeches were insipid.
(1) Informative
(2) Insightful
(3) Lively
(4) Shocking

5. Some of his actions are detrimental to the cause of communal harmony.
(1) Useful
(2) Important
(3) Beneficial
(4) Crucial

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