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TAS English QUESTION #10457
Question 1
The old lighthouse, though ------- in appearance, remained structurally ------- enough to withstand another century of storms.
  • sturdy . . fragile
  • dilapidated . . sound✔️
  • modern . . weak
  • reinforced . . unstable
Correct Answer Explanation
Looking run-down ('dilapidated') on the outside but still structurally 'sound' inside creates the needed contrast.