Question

Each sentence has two blanks. Choose the most appropriate pair of words accordingly: The diplomat’s response was intentionally ______, allowing room for multiple interpretations while carefully avoiding statements that could ______ diplomatic tensions.

A assertive, escalate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B ambiguous, aggravate Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C explicit, resolve Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D rigid, minimize Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E decisive, neutralize Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

multiple interpretations” → unclear “avoid tensions”  First Blank: unclear → ambiguous  Second Blank:  worsen → aggravate

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