Match the sentences given in List-I with the correct figures of speech given in List-II: | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Sentences) | (Figures of speech) | | (A) The wind whispered through the trees. | (I) Alliteration | | (B) A plumber's house always has a leaking tap. | (II) Oxymoron | | (C)She opened her eyes to the deafening silence | (III) Irony | | (D) The buzzing bees drew attention. | (IV) Personification | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Option 1: (A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

Option 2: (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)

Option 3: (A) - (I), (B) - (IV), (C) - (III), (D) - (II)

Option 4: (A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)

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The answer is '(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)'. View full solution:

List-I (Sentences)	List-II (Prepositions)
(A) The skilled artisans worked tirelessly, ensuring their craftsmanship was _____ expectations.	(I) with
(B) The cultural preservation efforts have been moving _____ a clear strategy to protect traditional art forms.	(II) before
(C) The young apprentice was _____ his mentor, carefully observing every technique.	(III) along
(D) The artisans placed tradition _____ profit, valuing cultural heritage above monetary gain.	(IV) beyond

List-I	List-II
(Sentences)	(Options)
(A) We wanted to rent a flat near the university.___,they were all too expensive.	(I) meanwhile
(B) I enjoyed reading the story. _____ it was very sad.	(II) but
(C) These plants usually flower in spring. ___ won't, if there is frost.	(III) however
(D) We were working outside all day.___, he was sitting inside watching television.	(IV) although

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