44. The __________ the gap, the more challenging the crossing became for the hikers.
a) wider
b) darker
c) nicer
d) ruder
45. The stormy weather made the sea appear even more __________ and threatening.
a) dark
b) close
c) fast
d) small
46. The __________ the mountain, the more treacherous the climb.
a) high
b) old
c) small
d) nice
47. The __________ the music, the more soothing its effect on the listeners.
a) loud
b) soft
c) rude
d) safe
48. The friendly neighbor always had a __________ word for everyone on the street.
a) wide
b) dark
c) nice
d) fast
49. The __________ the tunnel, the more difficult it was to see the light at the end.
a) dark
b) old
c) large
d) closer
50. The children built a __________ sandcastle on the beach.
a) soft
b) wide
c) cold
d) tall
51. The businessman aimed to make his company financially __________ in the competitive market.
a) poor
b) rich
c) safe
d) larger
52. The comedian's jokes became progressively __________ as the night went on.
a) ruder
b) darker
c) taller
d) nicer
53. The athlete's performance was consistently __________ than his competitors.
a) slower
b) younger
c) faster
d) safer
54. The hotel provided a __________ environment for its guests, ensuring their comfort and security.
a) dark
b) safe
c) nice
d) hard
