General-2

The ability to impart knowledge and command respect is the essential qualification for teachers

confer, give, award, present

The office was bestowed on him by the cheif of state

The incompetence of government officials is appalling.

unacceptable

dedicate, give

He decided to devote the rest of his life to scientific investigation. (2) i wanted to devote more time to my family

therefore, hence, thence

enough, plentiful

there is ample time for discussion

view, facet

he studied every aspect of the question

fall

He stumbled and almost fell.

This unit is supplemented by a lot of exercises that have to be done by students

defect, faults, weaknesses

Marriages usually break down as a result of the shortcomings of both partners.

deal successfully, control

You must overcome all difficulties

preferably, instead

She made students think for themselves, rather than telling them what to think.(2) The problem was psychological rather than physiological. (3) Kids would rather play than study.

alike, like, identical

He directed the children to do their homework (2) Could you direct them to Dr. Lamont's office, please?

Official permission or approval. acknowledgement

The continued abuse of human rights has now led the United States to impose sanctions against the regime.

carry out, put to death

The landing was skilfully executed. (2) In some states, criminals are executed

suggest, advise, ask someone to marry you

he proposed a new plan (2) It's still far from clear what action the government proposes to take over the affair.

they had to mortgage their home to pay bills

acceptable, allowable

The court unanimously held that the hearsay was admissible.

Grow by addition.(The interest accrues.)

If money or interest accrues, it gradually increases in amount over a period of time.

following

You will, in addition, pay to the bank any losses, costs, expenses or legal fees (including tax thereon).

annoy

however, ask her why she did not bother to seek permission for the exams or intimate the office for same

The seeds were not meant for human consumption.(2) This unit is meant to introduce you to the four important parts of speech.(3) The Spurs are meant to be one of the top teams in the league.

Moral values cannot be taught in a vacuum.(2) In the unit the parts of speech have not been treated in vacuum.

face, meet unexpectedly

Every day of our lives we encounter major and minor stresses of one kind or another.(2) Did you encounter anyone in the building? (3) Great number of activities and examples have been included to help you encounter diverse situations.

Everything I told them was correct, though I forgot a few things. (2) I like him. Though he makes me angry sometimes(3) He did reply, though not immediately.

up until now, in spite of

They haven't finished yet.(2)No decision has yet been made. (3) She hasn't yet set a date for her marriage. (4) Like the best stories, this one may yet have a happy ending.

in this manner, accordingly

understand

I just cannot comprehend your attitude.

possibly, may be

In the end they lose millions, perhaps billions. Perhaps, in time, the message will get through. Perhaps the most important lesson to be learned is that you simply cannot please everyone.

ample, important, real, rich

Men generally like a more substantial meal. won by a substantial margin

cordial (a hearty welcome), substantial

The men ate a hearty breakfast.

shehla puts out just those utensils which will be neede by each person

she prepared a three course meal

she prepared a three course meal

To move hurriedly.(2) Climb awkwardly

Make the toast and scramble the eggs.(2)

understand, comprehend sensed

his mouth fell open as he perceived the truth

disclose, uncover, show, display

A survey of the American diet has revealed that a growing number of people are overweight.

honor, award

Among other accolades, she was awarded the Chirac Foundation Conflict Prevention Prize in 2016

quick, sudden, rapid

Our task is to challenge the U.N. to make a swift decision.(2) With a swift movement, Matthew Jerrold sat upright.

commotion

The brief detention caused a swift furore from other rights activists, including Amnesty International(2)

protest, disagree

he expressed his dissent in a contrary opinion (2) Just one of the 10 members dissented.

cry, yell, shout, exclaim

The killing caused an international outcry.(2)

custody

The brief detention caused a swift furore from other rights activists,(2) A leading women’s rights campaigner was detained for nearly nine hours after landing in Islamabad Friday,

restric, hold in, restrain

He did not confine himself to the one language.(2) Health officials have successfully confined the epidemic to the Tabatinga area.

restrict, confine, hold back

She was unable to restrain her desperate anger.(2) Wally gripped my arm, partly to restrain me and partly to reassure me.

censure

condemnations started pouring in following the assassination of molana sami ul haq

bark

molana sami ul haq was brutally stabbed to death at his residence

I. K said the country had been deprived of an important religious leader

seek

PM has sought a report and directed that an investigation be carried out immediately to find those responsible

sorrow

javed bajwa condemn haq's assassination and expressed grief over it

the army cheif also extended his condolences to the bereaved family

condemn

usman buzdar also denounced the assassination and sought a report from IG punjab

assassination

nawaz sharif codemned the martyrdom of haq and expressed immense grief over it

PM also prayed for heightening of the stages of the departed soul in the hereafter and grand patience to the bereaved family

this was an attempt to cause further disturbance in pakistan

disturbed

chief justice also offered his condolences to the aggrieved family

his behavior grieves his mother

absolutely

shireen mazari said the brutal murder of sami ul haq is "utterly condemnable"

i have had a strong relationship with sami ul haq based on mutul respect

voicing solidarity with the family of slain cleric and his party

murdered

voicing solidarity with the family of the slain cleric and his party.

Former interior minister Ahsan Iqbal said the terrible news of the assassination was very tragic.

The prime minister's aide on political affairs, Naeemul Haq, said the religious scholar's martyrdom was a huge tragedy.

He said the government funded Haq's seminary for institutionalising modern curriculum, while the slain cleric had also backed the government for the anti-polio drive

campaign, movement

two Australian tourists slained

he stands acquitted on all charges. Asia Bibi, a Christian woman acquitted after eight years on death row for blasphemy,

he criticised the government deal with protesters of religious groups that left her in legal limbo,

Bibi's conviction was overturned by the Supreme Court on Wednesday and she was ordered to be set free, It is our firm conviction that a step forward has been taken.

Bibi's conviction was overturned by the Supreme Court on Wednesday and she was ordered to be set free, It is our firm conviction that a step forward has been taken.

Bibi's conviction was overturned by the Supreme Court on Wednesday and she was ordered to be set free

triggering protests by the Tehreek-i-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) and other religiopolitical groups that lasted three days

One of the major concessions the government agreed to was to "initiate the legal process" to place Bibi's name on the exit control list (ECL). Farmers were granted concessions from the government to develop the farms.

It is wrong to set a precedent in which you pile pressure onto the judiciary,” Bibi's husband Ashiq Masih told German Deutsche Welle radio.

Masih said the court had been “very courageous” to acquit his wife,

she was accused of having uttered blasphemous remarks after an argument with two Muslim women.

Bibi's lawyer fled Pakistan on Saturday, fearing for his life.

Masih demanded the government reinforce Bibi's protection in prison, worrying that she may be attacked.

He cited the case of two Christian men who were shot dead after a court acquitted them in another blasphemy case.

Karachi police on Sunday claimed to have arrested a member of a gang allegedly involved in running a "dirty campaign" on social media,

Boat Basin police have arrested a suspect, Arslan Qamar, who runs a ‘dirty night’ (couple swapping) campaign through social media

During interrogation, the arrested suspect has reportedly disclosed that he has been running such "fake programmes" on social media and allegedly making huge sums of money.

while efforts were underway to arrest his accomplices

while efforts were underway to arrest his accomplices

The Prime Minister is determined to learn from Chinese experiences regarding poverty alleviation and elimination of corruption

The Prime Minister is determined to learn from Chinese experiences regarding poverty alleviation and elimination of corruption

The Prime Minister is determined to learn from Chinese experiences regarding poverty alleviation and elimination of corruption

China-Pakistan’s growing socio-economic cooperation will be equally beneficial for giving boost to the agriculture sector.

Pakistan's strategic Gwadar Port will have a unique place in Beijing's ambitious plan to link itself to the Middle Eastern market and expand its economic influence in the region.

The visit of PM Imran Khan to China at the time when Pakistan is facing worse economic instability is significant.

The visit of PM Imran Khan to China at the time when Pakistan is facing worse economic instability is significant.

Moreover, the government wants to learn and implement the Chinese expertise in regard to poverty alleviation and anti-corruption measures.

Leadership of both the countries reaffirmed the message of strong strategic partnership

Pakistan could turn into a transit trade hub.

arrested

China is the country that apprehended over 450 officials involved in white collar crimes and brought them into justice.

China has been making economic arrangements through CPEC to take Pakistan out of economic crises.

Leaders of both the countries have expressed willingness to work together with the prime minister to strengthen the all-weather strategic partnership and build a new era of China-Pakistan destiny.

Leaders of both the countries have expressed willingness to work together with the prime minister to strengthen the all-weather strategic partnership and build a new era of China-Pakistan destiny.

Leaders of both the countries have expressed willingness to work together with the prime minister to strengthen the all-weather strategic partnership and build a new era of China-Pakistan destiny.

China's close ties with Pakistan also raised agitation in both India and United States

Pak-China friendship is time-tested and no one should have any doubt on it

China's relations with Pakistan evolved into an extremely close economic and security partnership

The visit of Prime Minister to China will further strengthen the exemplary Pak-China ties.

China had performed remarkably in agriculture and in a short time it had become the largest exporter of agriculture

China had performed remarkably in agriculture and in a short time it had become the largest exporter of agriculture and horticulture products to Asia and Europe

Pakistani investors to get benefits from transforming economic zones into comfort zones.