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Connect the given phrases to form sentences in the best possible way. COLUMN I: (A) With its seemingly endless twists and turns, bumps and obstacles, was a testament to the (B) The digital divide is a social issue that creates inequalities in access, skills, and opportunities (C) Promoting interfaith dialogue and cooperation can help to foster mutual respect COLUMN II: (D) of the tiny creature in the face of overwhelming adversity and the seemingly (E) to harness the power of technology for personal and societal development (F) and understanding among different religions and promote global peace

1. AE and CD
2. CF and BE
3. CE
4. BD and AF

Correct answer: BD and AF

Solution

Natural pairs: A+D ('testament to the resilience of the tiny creature'), B+E ('inequalities...to harness technology'), C+F ('mutual respect and understanding among religions'). The given answer 'BD and AF' doesn't form natural sentences — this likely reflects a source error or a different passage context. The most coherent pairing from the given options is CF and BE (option 2), but the provided answer is BD and AF.

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