When converting direct speech to indirect speech, we need to make several changes:

1. Change the reporting verb (said → told)
2. Change pronouns appropriately
3. Adjust tense (present → past)
4. Change demonstratives (this → that)

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Pritha said to me, "We have to win this trophy"

1. "said to me" -> "told me"
2. The listener (me) can be part of the group. Hence, both: "we had to win" (or) "they had to win" is correct.
3. "have to" should change to "had to" (present → past)
4. "this trophy" should change to "that trophy"

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Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2 or 4. Both were awarded marks.

Strip of : To remove something from something else
Strip off : To remove something, especially clothing or a layer, often completely.
Strip away : To gradually or forcefully remove layers, coverings, or unnecessary elements.
Strip against : It is just a made-up option and not a recognized phrasal verb.
$\therefore$ Option 4 is the correct option.

The correct alternative to the underlined part of the sentence "Some forms of feminisms have been criticised for take into account only white, middle class and college educated perspectives" is for taking into.
When a preposition like "for" is used, it must be followed by a noun or a gerund (verb + -ing form). In this case, the gerund form "taking into account" is required to be grammatically correct.
Why other options are incorrect:

• "to take in" changes both the preposition and the phrasal verb, altering the meaning
  • "to take into" changes the preposition and doesn't fix the verb form issue
  • "by take into" changes the preposition and keeps the incorrect verb form

Hence, the correct answer is Option 2.

The sentence is an exclamatory statement expressing admiration or praise for someone's character.
Hence, the most appropriate punctuation mark for the sentence is the exclamation mark (!).
$\therefore$ Option 3 is the correct option.

The option which best replaces the underlined phrase "who acquired" in the sentence "Happy is the man who acquired the habit of reading when he is young" is who acquires.

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The sentence uses present tense "Happy is" and "he is young," so we need consistency in the verb tense. The relative clause should also be in the present tense to match.
Since:

• "Happy is" → Present tense
  • "man" → Singular noun

We need a present-tense, singular verb form after "who." The correct form is "acquires" (option 1), not "acquire" (option 3) which would be used with plural subjects.

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Options 2 and 4 use past progressive ("was acquiring") and present perfect ("has been acquired") tenses, which don't match the simple present tense used in the rest of the sentence.
Hence, the correct answer is Option 1.

The antonym of the word COLOSSAL is Tiny.
COLOSSAL means extremely large or massive, referring to something of enormous size or extent. The word that represents the opposite meaning would be "tiny," which means very small or minuscule.

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The other options do not represent opposites of COLOSSAL:

• Epic: means grand or heroic, which is similar to colossal, not opposite
  • Rust: refers to corrosion of metal and is unrelated to size
  • Vast: means extensive or immense, which is similar to colossal, not opposite

Hence, the correct answer is Option 3.

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Shortcut: Drag and select the word "COLOSSAL" in questions → Press "Define" → Definition, Synonyms, and a sample sentence using the word is available at your disposal.

"Resit" -> commonly used in British educational systems to refer to retaking a test or examination that one has previously failed or wishes to improve their score on.

The synonym of the word CALLOUS is Insensitive.
CALLOUS means having an insensitive and cruel disregard for others, being hardened and unfeeling. It describes someone who lacks empathy or compassion for the suffering of others.

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The options:

• Passive → not active/involved
  • Careless → not careful/attentive
  • Cursed → under a spell/doomed
  • Insensitive → lacking empathy/feeling

"Insensitive" most closely matches the meaning of "callous" as both words describe a lack of empathy, compassion, or feeling for others.
Hence, the correct answer is Option 4.

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Shortcut: Drag and select the word "CALLOUS" in questions → Press "Define" → Definition, Synonyms, and a sample sentence using the word is available at your disposal.

The idiom put one's foot down means to take a firm stand or assert authority, especially after a period of tolerance or indecision.
$\therefore$ Option 1 is the correct option.

Out of the four alternatives, the one that can be substituted for the given words/phrase "Misappropriation of money" is Embezzlement.
"Misappropriation of money" refers to taking or using money that was entrusted to you for one purpose and using it improperly for another purpose, typically for personal gain. For example, if your manager gives you Rs. 20,000 for a business meeting trip, but you spend it on clubbing, you have 'misappropriated' the money.

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The other options have different meanings:

• Robbery: taking money or property by force or threat
  • Theft: taking someone else's property without permission
  • Fraud: deceiving someone to gain money or advantage

Embezzlement specifically refers to taking money that was entrusted to you (especially by an employer or organization), which most closely matches the definition of "misappropriation of money."
Hence, the correct answer is Option 2.

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Shortcut: Drag and select the word "Misappropriation" in questions → Press "Define" → Definition, Synonyms, and a sample sentence using the word is available at your disposal.