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The correct preposition to use with 'confided' when referring to the person one shares a secret with is 'in'. Therefore, 'He confided in me' is correct.

The word 'revealed' means made known or disclosed. Its antonym is 'concealed,' which means kept hidden or secret. Therefore, option B is the correct antonym.

A syllable is a part of a word that can be pronounced separately, typically containing a vowel sound. The other options do not fit this definition: a particle is a small function word, a sibilant is a type of consonant sound, and a letter is a written symbol, not a pronounceable unit.

The idiom 'Swan song' refers to a final performance, effort, or work before retirement or death, hence it means 'Last work'.

The word 'flank' refers to the side of a person or animal, typically the right or left side. Therefore, option A correctly defines a synonym of 'flank'.

The word 'connotations' refers to the implied or associated meanings of words, which are often difficult to fully capture in translation. This makes option D the correct choice, as it best fits the context of the sentence.

The word 'amnesty' means an official pardon for people who have been convicted of political offenses. Therefore, 'Pardon' is the correct synonym among the options provided.

The word 'dissent' means to disagree or hold a different opinion, so its synonym is 'disagree'. The other options mean to agree or accept, which are antonyms.

The word 'pathological' relates to disease or abnormality. Its antonym is 'healthy,' which means free from disease or abnormality, making option A correct.

An 'aficionado' is a person who is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about an activity or subject, making 'enthusiast' the correct synonym. The other options do not match the meaning of 'aficionado.'

The word 'rowdy' means noisy and disorderly, so option B correctly matches the synonym. The other options do not convey the same meaning.

The correct preposition to use with 'traffic lights' when giving directions is 'at'. 'Turn left at the traffic lights' is the standard and grammatically correct phrase.

Nostalgia refers to a sentimental longing for the past, which is best captured by 'Reminiscence,' meaning the act of recalling past experiences. While 'Homesickness' relates specifically to missing home, nostalgia is broader and more about fond memories in general.

A rebate is a partial refund or reduction in price, which is synonymous with a discount. The other options do not convey the same meaning.

The correct preposition in the phrase 'What did you make of the lecture?' is 'of', which means to have an opinion or judgment about something. The other options do not fit idiomatically in this context.

In Jamaican Patois and some Caribbean English contexts, 'Banton' is a term used to describe someone with good manners or a respected lyricist, often implying respect and good character. Therefore, 'Good manners' is the most appropriate meaning among the options.

The sentence "She said to the princess, 'May you live long'." is an example of a wish or prayer expressed in the subjunctive mood. The correct indirect speech form uses the subjunctive "that she live long" without 'may' or 'might'. Option C correctly reflects this structure.

The correct preposition to use with 'worried' in this context is 'about', as it indicates the cause of worry or concern.

The word 'shove' means to push something or someone forcefully. Therefore, 'A strong push' is the correct synonym. The other options do not relate to the meaning of 'shove'.

The correct sentence uses the definite article 'The' before 'earth' and the definite article 'the' before 'sun' because both are unique and specific entities. Therefore, 'The earth moves around the sun.' is correct.

The phrase 'rank and file' refers to the ordinary members or the general body of an organization, especially excluding the leaders or officers. Therefore, option A correctly defines 'rank and file' as 'The ordinary members.'

A large group of birds flying together, especially starlings, is called a 'murmuration.' 'Startling' is incorrect; the correct term is 'starling' for the bird species, not the group. Therefore, option B is correct.

The correct phrase is 'Her talking so much' because it correctly uses the possessive pronoun 'her' followed by the gerund 'talking' to function as a noun phrase, which fits the sentence structure after 'there no reason for'.

"Retaliation" means to respond to an injury or wrong by inflicting harm in return, which is synonymous with "Revenge." The other options do not convey this meaning.

The correct preposition to use with 'interested' when referring to a subject is 'in'. Therefore, 'He is interested in history?' is correct.