Informal gathering: choose the best example.
Verbal Reasoning
Matching Definitions
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AThe book club meets on the first Thursday evening of every month.
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BAfter hearing of his promotion, Jeremy and a few coworkers go out for a quick drink after work.
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CMary sends out 25 invitations for her sister's bridal shower.
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DWhenever she eats at the Mexican restaurant, Clara happens to run into Peter.
Answer
Correct Answer: After hearing of his promotion, Jeremy and a few coworkers go out for a quick drink after work.
Explanation
Given data
- Informal gathering = casual, spontaneous, relaxed get-together.
- Four scenarios vary in planning and structure.
Concept/Approach
Select the example that is casual and minimally planned.
Step-by-step reasoning(A) Scheduled club meeting → formalized and recurring.(B) Spontaneous drinks with coworkers → informal and casual.(C) Bridal shower with invitations → formal planning.(D) Coincidental encounters are not gatherings by arrangement.
Verification/Alternative
Only (B) demonstrates a deliberate yet casual get-together without formalities.
Common pitfalls
Mistaking routine meetings or planned events for informal gatherings.
Final AnswerJeremy and coworkers going for a quick drink (option B).