Two sentences with one blank in each, followed by five alternatives, are given. Choose that option as the answer which can fill both the blanks of both the sentences.
A) She spoke with total resignation and _____________ defeat as she looked up at me.
B) No one has ever heard him __________ a groan or a word of complaint.

Options

A. Express
B. Sheer
C. Asseverate
D. Utter

Answer

D