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    Question

    A sentence is given in which certain words are highlighted Choose the option with the pair(s) of words that need to be interchanged to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. If no change is required, mark 'No change required' as your answer

    The U.S. and the U.K. have often themselves (A) their

    fingers at developing countries (B) on human rights violations (C) and now find wagged (D) in the dock for the same (E) at the UN.      
    A B-C & D-B Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B C-D & A-E Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C D-E Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D A-D Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E B-E & A-C Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    At (A), we need a verb in its past participle form due to the use of 'have'. 'Wagged' is the only one available and as per its meaning, it is suited to be used at (A). Wag (verb) - Move (an upwards-pointing finger) from side to side to signify disapproval. 'Themselves' is the right word to be used at (D), to refer to the US and the UK. Option D is the right answer.

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