Choose the correct option to fill in the blank in the given sentence:

Children are more____than adults; it is reflected in their quickness in learning a new language.

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate words given in List-II:

List-I	List-II
(Sentences)	(Words)
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(A) I saw his real face once the ____ of politeness began to crack.	(I) venerable
(B) journalists are prepared to do just about anything for the sake of money.	(II) venial
(C) He was well regarded in the community as a ____ old man.	(III) veneer
(D) Why can't you forgive him for such a ____ sin?	(IV) venal

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Choose the correct option to complete the sentence:

Consideration of others' needs and happiness as the basis for any action is called ________

Fill in the blank with the suitable word from the options given below.

The marriage was performed according to the Christian ______.

From the given options, select the one that rightly substitutes the given expression-

'One who loves and collects books'.

Choose the most appropriate word from the options to complete the following sentence:

His _________skills could electrify an audience and bring them cheering to their feet.

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word from the options given below:-

The wild ______ came very close to our cottage, which made us shiver.