Incorrect. The correct answer is option D – conspicuous. “Conspicuous” means standing out so as to be clearly visible, which fits being noticed because of red hair and height. Example: “She was conspicuous in the crowd because of her bright yellow dress.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option D – relevant. “Relevant” means closely connected or appropriate to the matter, fitting the aspects of cheques that need checking. Example: “Please verify all relevant details before submitting the form.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option D – descent. “Descent” is the noun meaning the action of going down, which contrasts with “ascent.” Example: “The descent down the mountain was more dangerous than the climb up.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option D – learns. “Learns” means gains knowledge or skills, which fits the context of visiting people to gain wisdom. Example: “One learns a great deal by traveling to new places.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option D – soothing. “Soothing” means having a calming effect, which explains why passengers slept well. Example: “The soothing music helped her relax and fall asleep.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option C – precedent. “Precedent” means an earlier event or action that serves as an example, which fits the context of a unique case lacking support. Example: “The lawyer could not find any precedent for this unusual case.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option B – originates. “Originates” means has its starting point, which fits the cycle beginning before birth. Example: “The tradition originates from ancient times.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option B – unless. “Unless” means except if, indicating that they come only if they are not denied a ticket. Example: “She won’t attend the party unless she is invited.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option D – and. “And” is a conjunction that joins two related clauses where the second follows logically from the first. Example: “He was hungry and ate everything on his plate.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option B – nevertheless. “Nevertheless” means in spite of that, showing contrast between being ill and still attending the meeting. Example: “It was raining; nevertheless, we went for a walk.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option A – yet. “Yet” is a conjunction meaning but or nevertheless, showing contrast between the coach’s advice and the action. Example: “She studied hard, yet she failed the exam.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option C – still. “Still” means continuing up to the present time, fitting the context of whether she continues to work there. Example: “I wonder if he still lives in that house.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option D – yet. When “although” is used, the main clause cannot begin with “but”; “yet” can be used to emphasize the contrast. Example: “Although he was tired, yet he continued working.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option C – lest. “Lest” means for fear that or in order to avoid, fitting the context of packing fast to avoid missing the flight. Example: “Walk slowly lest you should fall.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option B – when. The correct correlative structure is “Hardly…when” meaning as soon as. Example: “Hardly had I entered the room when the phone rang.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option D – glorious. “Glorious” means splendid and magnificent, which fits a positive description of narration alongside tremendous performances. Example: “The glorious scenery made the journey worthwhile.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option D – recurrent. “Recurrent” means occurring repeatedly, fitting periods showing evidence. Example: “The recurrent theme in his novels is the struggle for freedom.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option E – All (a) (b) & (c). All three words – scrapped, annulled, and demolished – mean to abolish or invalidate, fitting the context of removing a legal provision. Example: “The law was scrapped/annulled/demolished by the Supreme Court.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option C – Reporters. “Reporters” are people who report news, which fits the context of conveying information to the media. Example: “The minister addressed the reporters after the meeting.”

Incorrect. The correct answer is option B – Barred. “Barred” means prohibited or prevented, fitting the context of preventing FIRs from being registered. Example: “The court barred the publication of the sensitive documents.”