WORD USAGE

40. The word given below has been used in sentences in four different
ways. Choose the option
corresponding to the sentence in which the usage of the word is
incorrect or inappropriate.
BEAR
(a) The facts and evidence bear out the truth of his statements.
(b) Your explanation does not bear upon the crux of the matter.
(c) It is upon the common man that the changes will bear the hardest.
(d) I have to bear up with all his caprice because he is my brother.


41. The word given below has been used in sentences in four different
ways. Choose the option
corresponding to the sentence in which the usage of the word is
incorrect or inappropriate.
RUN
(a) The bus almost ran off the road during the storm.
(b) Clearly hostilities ran deep under the surface, despite the fact
that they were supposed to be
allies.
(c) It is important for her to gain self-confidence; just give her the
job and let her run with it.
(d) Please run on now and leave me alone; I am a bit busy today.