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    Question

    In the following question a sentence is given with a

    blank followed by 5 options. From the given options choose the option which can fill the given blank most appropriately and make the sentence both contextually and grammatically correct. The weather has been quite unpredictable lately, and it is important to ________ any outdoor activities.
    A oppose Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B refrain Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C encourage Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D hinder Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E lose Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    "Refrain" means to stop oneself from doing something, which fits in the context of avoiding outdoor activities due to unpredictable weather."Encourage" means to promote, and "hinder" means to obstruct, none of which fit the context of avoiding activities. 

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