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The (i) ___________ forces were just barely held at bay by a loyalist
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03 Apr 2023, 09:53
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The (i) ___________ forces were just barely held at bay by a loyalist battalion (ii) _______ by its allies’ reinforcements.
| Blank (i) | Blank (ii) |
|---|---|
| A. revolting | D. obviated |
| B. outclassed | E. bolstered |
| C. fascistic | F. sapped |
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05 Apr 2023, 22:57
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forces must be opposite to loyalist battalion hence revolting .
reinforcements mean supporting and hence word bolstering
reinforcements mean supporting and hence word bolstering
Re: The (i) ___________ forces were just barely held at bay by a loyalist
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13 Sep 2025, 00:32
13 Sep 2025, 00:32
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The correct words for the blanks are (i) revolting and (ii) bolstered.
Breakdown of the Blanks
- Blank (i): A. revolting
The sentence describes two opposing groups: a "loyalist battalion" and a group of "forces." A loyalist battalion is one that is loyal to the established government or ruler. Therefore, the opposing forces must be those that are in rebellion. Revolting means engaged in a revolt. This fits the context of an army fighting against loyalist forces.
- Blank (ii): E. bolstered
The second blank describes the condition of the loyalist battalion. It was holding back the opposing forces, but it was also being helped by "allies' reinforcements." Bolstered means to support or strengthen. This fits the context of a military unit being reinforced by its allies to strengthen its position.
The Complete Sentence
"The revolting forces were just barely held at bay by a loyalist battalion bolstered by its allies' reinforcements."
Breakdown of the Blanks
- Blank (i): A. revolting
The sentence describes two opposing groups: a "loyalist battalion" and a group of "forces." A loyalist battalion is one that is loyal to the established government or ruler. Therefore, the opposing forces must be those that are in rebellion. Revolting means engaged in a revolt. This fits the context of an army fighting against loyalist forces.
- Blank (ii): E. bolstered
The second blank describes the condition of the loyalist battalion. It was holding back the opposing forces, but it was also being helped by "allies' reinforcements." Bolstered means to support or strengthen. This fits the context of a military unit being reinforced by its allies to strengthen its position.
The Complete Sentence
"The revolting forces were just barely held at bay by a loyalist battalion bolstered by its allies' reinforcements."
