CUET English 2026 11th May Shift 2 PYQs

Read the following sentence carefully:

His friends were those of his own blood or those whom he had known the longest; his affections, like ivy, were the growth of time, they implied no aptness in the object.

Based on your understanding, choose the option that correctly describes the meaning of the sentence.

Why was the first international cricket match called a "test"?

In context, "flattered" most nearly means: