DIRECTIONS (96–100): Pick out the most effective word to make the sentence meaningfully complete
We are familiar with the ___________ ‘A book should not be judged by its cover’.
DIRECTIONS (96–100): Pick out the most effective word to make the sentence meaningfully complete
We are familiar with the ___________ ‘A book should not be judged by its cover’.
Show Hint
- Absurdity
- Quibble
- Maxim
- Paradox
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
"Quibble" refers to petty objections, which does not fit the meaning of the phrase.
"Maxim" refers to a short, pithy statement expressing a general truth or rule of conduct. This fits perfectly with the given sentence, as the phrase 'A book should not be judged by its cover' is a well-known maxim.
"Paradox" refers to a statement that contradicts itself but might be true, which is not what the sentence conveys.
Thus, the most effective word is "Maxim."
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