Choose the word or set of words that, when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
His inclination to succumb to flattery made him ------- to the ------- of people who wished to take advantage of him.
A. immune . . predilection
B. prejudicial . . intentions
C. susceptible . . cajolery
D. resistant . . blandishments
E. amenable . . rejection
Answer is C
Here's Why:
The man in the sentence is “susceptible” to flattery. Because of this “inclination,” he is an easy target for people who use “cajolery” (flattery) to get what they want.
Difficulty: Hard
Question Type: Sentence Completions
(Critical Reading)
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