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    Question

    In each of the questions given below, four words are

    printed in bold and marked as (A), (B), (C), and (D). These words may or may not be in their correct positions. Choose the option that indicates the correct combination of words that should be interchanged to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. If the sentence is correct as it is, choose Option (e)  – The statement is correct. Modern diplomats often attempt to resolve (A) conflicts by encouraging dialogue (B) between rival nations, but unresolved historical grievances sometimes prolong (C) tensions and escalate (D) mistrust among allies.
    A Only (A–B) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only (C–D) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both (A–D) and (B–C) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only (A–C) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E The statement is correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The sentence is already grammatically and logically correct. Correct meaning flow: Diplomats try to resolve conflicts. They encourage dialogue between nations. Historical grievances can prolong tensions and escalate mistrust. All four highlighted words are placed correctly. Option Analysis A – Swapping resolve and dialogue would create incorrect expressions. B – Swapping prolong and escalate disrupts logical meaning. C – This combination creates unnatural phrases. D – Swapping resolve and prolong distorts the sentence meaning. E – Correct because the sentence already conveys the intended meaning.

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