Question

Scientific psychology recognises a ...6... truth that no two individuals are ...7... in this world even through equality is a fostered norm of civil society, the truth is that men ...8... unequals in varying hues or degrees.

• A. alike
• B. close
• C. liked
• D. equal

Hint:

"Alike" means similar; "equal" means same in value or status. Choose based on the intended meaning.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The given sentence involves filling in the blanks with the appropriate words to complete the statement accurately. The sentence reads: "Scientific psychology recognises a ...6... truth that no two individuals are ...7... in this world even though equality is a fostered norm of civil society, the truth is that men ...8... unequals in varying hues or degrees."

Let's analyze the options and fill in the blanks one by one:

1. Blank 6: The sentence discusses a truth recognized by scientific psychology. The word that fits well here is "universal", as it conveys a widely accepted or known truth.
2. Blank 7: Here, the sentence highlights that no two individuals are identical. The word "alike" fits perfectly as it means similar in appearance, character, or nature.
3. Blank 8: Lastly, the sentence indicates a contrast to equality in civil society norms by stating a fact about human inequalities. The word "remain" fills in this blank by meaning to continue to exist.

Thus, the completed sentence reads: "Scientific psychology recognises a universal truth that no two individuals are alike in this world even though equality is a fostered norm of civil society, the truth is that men remain unequals in varying hues or degrees."

By the process of elimination and understanding the context, "alike" is the best fit for blank 7 as it conveys the intended meaning accurately.