Directions: The question below has two blanks, each blank indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the set of words for each blank that best fit the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
The thieves knew how to _______ the shopkeeper’s _______ so they could steal the items.
1
abstract, solace
2
concern, amuse
3
neglect, harass
4
divert, attention
5
ritual, aggravate