This is the Vocab24 daily quiz of 21 December 2025, the same 26 questions the app served that day, on the day's vocabulary and editorial. One mark for a right answer, minus 0.25 for a wrong one; the explanation opens as soon as you tap.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Concomitant
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Reverberate
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Transmute
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Misconstrue
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Incongruous
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Corollary
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Interpolate
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Umbrage
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Change in form, nature, or substance; transform into something else.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings; out of place.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A direct or natural result that follows from something else.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Offense or annoyance caused by something perceived as an insult.
A statement with one blank is given below. Choose the set of words from the given options which can be used to fill the given blank.
Sana enjoyed eating both meat and vegetables; she considered herself a(n) .........
Explanation: An omnivore is an organism that eats plants and animals. The term stems from the Latin words omnis, meaning 'all or everything,' and vorare, meaning 'to devour or eat.'
A statement with one blank is given below. Choose the set of words from the given options which can be used to fill the given blank.
The boy ......... father is a doctor, is my friend.
Explanation: The word 'whose' is the possessive form of the pronoun 'who'. It is used in questions to ask who owns something, has something, etc. 'Who' becomes 'whose' just like he and she becomes his and her.
A statement with one blank is given below. Choose the set of words from the given options which can be used to fill the given blank.
The accident occurred when the passengers ……….
Explanation: The sentence is in past continuous. We use was/were + the -ing form of the verb. We generally use the past continuous to talk about actions and states in progress (happening) around a particular time in the past. It can emphasize that the action or state continued for a period of time in the past.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
To give one a long rope
Explanation: To give one a long rope: to support a person.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Hard-pressed
Explanation: Hard-pressed: burdened with urgent business.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
To play on a fiddle
Explanation: To play on a fiddle: To easily and deftly manipulate someone to suit one's own needs, ends, or benefits.
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
The set of four records offered for a limited time only (a)/ were available exclusively (b)/ in the stores mentioned (c)/ No error (d)
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
Whenever I felt sorrowful (a)/ I use to turn toward the window (b)/ where nothing faced me but the lonely landscape (c)/ No error (d)
Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'd' as the answer.
During difficult times (a)/ one can count in his friends (b)/ to give him the help he needs (c)/ No error (d)
Directions: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions given below. <br><br><br> A golden age for Western schools in China may be coming to an end in the face of a new government clampdown. <br><br> China has been a happy hunting ground for Western schools in recent years, as a burgeoning middle class looks to equip their children with the qualifications to get into a Western university, as well as the skills to join a global workforce. <br><br> The last five years has seen a 64% increase in the number of students enrolled in international schools in China, which now account for 372,000 children in 857 schools. <br><br> But from next year, schools will have to select their students via a lottery, rather than being able to pick and choose from among the applicants. <br><br> The crackdown has been prompted by fears that foreign-owned schools are poaching the brightest children, according to Richard Gaskell, director of international education analysts ISC Research. <br><br> The move follows changes introduced last year requiring international schools to teach the Chinese curriculum alongside other national programs. <br><br> ‘There is a backlash against the rapid increase in private schools in China, particularly from the big public schools where it’s perceived that they have been simply creaming off the best kids,’ Mr Gaskell said. <br><br> Foreign-owned schools should also expect greater scrutiny and bureaucracy, he added. <br><br> International schools should put expansion plans on hold until the full effect of the changes becomes apparent next spring, he told the Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference of leading fee-paying schools in the U.K. <br><br> The Chinese government was also concerned at the number of students heading abroad to study, both at K-12 level and for higher education, he added. <br><br> The international schools market has exploded in China in recent years, after the authorities relaxed regulations so that Chinese children could attend foreign-owned schools. <br><br> Until then, international schools almost entirely served the children of foreign nationals, but opening them up to Chinese children revealed a massive and previously untapped demand. <br><br> For the growing Chinese middle class, the schools provided a more reliable route than Chinese national schools for getting into highly-regarded universities in the West, particularly those in the U.S. and U.K. <br><br> These students, in turn, represent a lucrative source of income, for both the schools themselves and for Western universities. The annual fee for a leading international school is around 280,000 yuan, or $39,000. <br><br> China is the largest source of international students at U.K. universities, accounting for more than one in five at undergraduate and postgraduate level. <br><br> Some of the most prestigious private schools have sought to capitalise on their brand by opening branches in China in recent years. Wellington College has five schools in China - two each in Shanghai and Hangzhou and one in Tianjin - while Dulwich College has four - two in Shanghai and one each in Beijing and Suzhou. <br><br> A record 14 British international schools have opened or are due to open in China this year, including outposts of the King’s School, Canterbury, and Shrewsbury School, which counts Charles Darwin among its alumni. <br><br> But despite the increased scrutiny, Mr. Gaskell said there are still opportunities for international schools to open in China, given the massive demand among Chinese families. <br><br> There is a deep desire amongst the wealthy, middle class and young Chinese parents for a Western style of education, he said. <br><br> Parents want an international education but also want their children to retain their culture and identity, he added, as well as excellent exam results and places at the top universities.
Which of the following statements is/are true with respect to the passage?
Explanation: Refer to: Parents want an international education but also want their children to retain their culture and identity, he added, as well as excellent exam results and places at the top universities. <br> The highlighted part confirms that the statement given in option A is incorrect. <br> Refer to: <br> A golden age for Western schools in China may be coming to an end in the face of a new government clampdown. <br> The highlighted part confirms that the statement given in option B is incorrect. <br> Refer to: <br> A record 14 British international schools have opened or are due to open in China this year, including outposts of the King’s School, Canterbury, and Shrewsbury School, which counts Charles Darwin among its alumni. <br> The highlighted parts confirm that the statement given in option C is also incorrect. <br> Refer to: <br> The annual fee for a leading international school is around 280,000 yuan, or $39,000. <br> The highlighted part validates that the statement given in option D is also not true. <br> Hence, option E (None of the above) is the correct answer.
Directions: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions given below. <br><br><br> A golden age for Western schools in China may be coming to an end in the face of a new government clampdown. <br><br> China has been a happy hunting ground for Western schools in recent years, as a burgeoning middle class looks to equip their children with the qualifications to get into a Western university, as well as the skills to join a global workforce. <br><br> The last five years has seen a 64% increase in the number of students enrolled in international schools in China, which now account for 372,000 children in 857 schools. <br><br> But from next year, schools will have to select their students via a lottery, rather than being able to pick and choose from among the applicants. <br><br> The crackdown has been prompted by fears that foreign-owned schools are poaching the brightest children, according to Richard Gaskell, director of international education analysts ISC Research. <br><br> The move follows changes introduced last year requiring international schools to teach the Chinese curriculum alongside other national programs. <br><br> ‘There is a backlash against the rapid increase in private schools in China, particularly from the big public schools where it’s perceived that they have been simply creaming off the best kids,’ Mr Gaskell said. <br><br> Foreign-owned schools should also expect greater scrutiny and bureaucracy, he added. <br><br> International schools should put expansion plans on hold until the full effect of the changes becomes apparent next spring, he told the Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference of leading fee-paying schools in the U.K. <br><br> The Chinese government was also concerned at the number of students heading abroad to study, both at K-12 level and for higher education, he added. <br><br> The international schools market has exploded in China in recent years, after the authorities relaxed regulations so that Chinese children could attend foreign-owned schools. <br><br> Until then, international schools almost entirely served the children of foreign nationals, but opening them up to Chinese children revealed a massive and previously untapped demand. <br><br> For the growing Chinese middle class, the schools provided a more reliable route than Chinese national schools for getting into highly-regarded universities in the West, particularly those in the U.S. and U.K. <br><br> These students, in turn, represent a lucrative source of income, for both the schools themselves and for Western universities. The annual fee for a leading international school is around 280,000 yuan, or $39,000. <br><br> China is the largest source of international students at U.K. universities, accounting for more than one in five at undergraduate and postgraduate level. <br><br> Some of the most prestigious private schools have sought to capitalise on their brand by opening branches in China in recent years. Wellington College has five schools in China - two each in Shanghai and Hangzhou and one in Tianjin - while Dulwich College has four - two in Shanghai and one each in Beijing and Suzhou. <br><br> A record 14 British international schools have opened or are due to open in China this year, including outposts of the King’s School, Canterbury, and Shrewsbury School, which counts Charles Darwin among its alumni. <br><br> But despite the increased scrutiny, Mr. Gaskell said there are still opportunities for international schools to open in China, given the massive demand among Chinese families. <br><br> There is a deep desire amongst the wealthy, middle class and young Chinese parents for a Western style of education, he said. <br><br> Parents want an international education but also want their children to retain their culture and identity, he added, as well as excellent exam results and places at the top universities.
Which of the following statements is/are not true with respect to the passage?
Explanation: Refer to: <br> Foreign-owned schools should also expect greater scrutiny and bureaucracy, he added. <br> The highlighted part confirms that the statement given in option A is true. <br> Refer to<br> China has been a happy hunting ground for Western schools in recent years, as a burgeoning middle class looks to equip their children with the qualifications to get into a Western university, as well as the skills to join a global workforce. <br> The highlighted part confirms that the statement given in option B is true. <br> Refer to: <br> But despite the increased scrutiny, Mr. Gaskell said there are still opportunities for international schools to open in China, given the massive demand among Chinese families. <br> The highlighted part validates that the statement given in option C is not true. <br> Refer to: <br> The last five years has seen a 64% increase in the number of students enrolled in international schools in China, which now account for 372,000 children in 857 schools. <br> The highlighted part corroborates that the statement given in option D is true. <br> Hence, option C is the correct answer.
Directions: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions given below. <br><br><br> A golden age for Western schools in China may be coming to an end in the face of a new government clampdown. <br><br> China has been a happy hunting ground for Western schools in recent years, as a burgeoning middle class looks to equip their children with the qualifications to get into a Western university, as well as the skills to join a global workforce. <br><br> The last five years has seen a 64% increase in the number of students enrolled in international schools in China, which now account for 372,000 children in 857 schools. <br><br> But from next year, schools will have to select their students via a lottery, rather than being able to pick and choose from among the applicants. <br><br> The crackdown has been prompted by fears that foreign-owned schools are poaching the brightest children, according to Richard Gaskell, director of international education analysts ISC Research. <br><br> The move follows changes introduced last year requiring international schools to teach the Chinese curriculum alongside other national programs. <br><br> ‘There is a backlash against the rapid increase in private schools in China, particularly from the big public schools where it’s perceived that they have been simply creaming off the best kids,’ Mr Gaskell said. <br><br> Foreign-owned schools should also expect greater scrutiny and bureaucracy, he added. <br><br> International schools should put expansion plans on hold until the full effect of the changes becomes apparent next spring, he told the Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference of leading fee-paying schools in the U.K. <br><br> The Chinese government was also concerned at the number of students heading abroad to study, both at K-12 level and for higher education, he added. <br><br> The international schools market has exploded in China in recent years, after the authorities relaxed regulations so that Chinese children could attend foreign-owned schools. <br><br> Until then, international schools almost entirely served the children of foreign nationals, but opening them up to Chinese children revealed a massive and previously untapped demand. <br><br> For the growing Chinese middle class, the schools provided a more reliable route than Chinese national schools for getting into highly-regarded universities in the West, particularly those in the U.S. and U.K. <br><br> These students, in turn, represent a lucrative source of income, for both the schools themselves and for Western universities. The annual fee for a leading international school is around 280,000 yuan, or $39,000. <br><br> China is the largest source of international students at U.K. universities, accounting for more than one in five at undergraduate and postgraduate level. <br><br> Some of the most prestigious private schools have sought to capitalise on their brand by opening branches in China in recent years. Wellington College has five schools in China - two each in Shanghai and Hangzhou and one in Tianjin - while Dulwich College has four - two in Shanghai and one each in Beijing and Suzhou. <br><br> A record 14 British international schools have opened or are due to open in China this year, including outposts of the King’s School, Canterbury, and Shrewsbury School, which counts Charles Darwin among its alumni. <br><br> But despite the increased scrutiny, Mr. Gaskell said there are still opportunities for international schools to open in China, given the massive demand among Chinese families. <br><br> There is a deep desire amongst the wealthy, middle class and young Chinese parents for a Western style of education, he said. <br><br> Parents want an international education but also want their children to retain their culture and identity, he added, as well as excellent exam results and places at the top universities.
Identify the words that are similar in meaning to the word/idiom given below. If none of the options conveys the correct meaning, mark (E) as your answer. The options do not necessarily need to be grammatically correct. <br><br> In the face of
Explanation: The idiom/expression ‘in the face of’ means=> ‘when confronted with (some sort of challenge)’ <br> In the given passage, this expression has been used in this same sense. <br> Refer to: <br> A golden age for Western schools in China may be coming to an end in the face of a new government clampdown. <br> Façade means=> the principal front of a building that faces on to a street or open space<br> A first glance means=> when seen or considered briefly and for the first time<br> Look down upon means=> consider someone or something lesser or inferior in some way<br> Hence, option D is the correct answer.
Directions: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions given below. <br><br><br> A golden age for Western schools in China may be coming to an end in the face of a new government clampdown. <br><br> China has been a happy hunting ground for Western schools in recent years, as a burgeoning middle class looks to equip their children with the qualifications to get into a Western university, as well as the skills to join a global workforce. <br><br> The last five years has seen a 64% increase in the number of students enrolled in international schools in China, which now account for 372,000 children in 857 schools. <br><br> But from next year, schools will have to select their students via a lottery, rather than being able to pick and choose from among the applicants. <br><br> The crackdown has been prompted by fears that foreign-owned schools are poaching the brightest children, according to Richard Gaskell, director of international education analysts ISC Research. <br><br> The move follows changes introduced last year requiring international schools to teach the Chinese curriculum alongside other national programs. <br><br> ‘There is a backlash against the rapid increase in private schools in China, particularly from the big public schools where it’s perceived that they have been simply creaming off the best kids,’ Mr Gaskell said. <br><br> Foreign-owned schools should also expect greater scrutiny and bureaucracy, he added. <br><br> International schools should put expansion plans on hold until the full effect of the changes becomes apparent next spring, he told the Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference of leading fee-paying schools in the U.K. <br><br> The Chinese government was also concerned at the number of students heading abroad to study, both at K-12 level and for higher education, he added. <br><br> The international schools market has exploded in China in recent years, after the authorities relaxed regulations so that Chinese children could attend foreign-owned schools. <br><br> Until then, international schools almost entirely served the children of foreign nationals, but opening them up to Chinese children revealed a massive and previously untapped demand. <br><br> For the growing Chinese middle class, the schools provided a more reliable route than Chinese national schools for getting into highly-regarded universities in the West, particularly those in the U.S. and U.K. <br><br> These students, in turn, represent a lucrative source of income, for both the schools themselves and for Western universities. The annual fee for a leading international school is around 280,000 yuan, or $39,000. <br><br> China is the largest source of international students at U.K. universities, accounting for more than one in five at undergraduate and postgraduate level. <br><br> Some of the most prestigious private schools have sought to capitalise on their brand by opening branches in China in recent years. Wellington College has five schools in China - two each in Shanghai and Hangzhou and one in Tianjin - while Dulwich College has four - two in Shanghai and one each in Beijing and Suzhou. <br><br> A record 14 British international schools have opened or are due to open in China this year, including outposts of the King’s School, Canterbury, and Shrewsbury School, which counts Charles Darwin among its alumni. <br><br> But despite the increased scrutiny, Mr. Gaskell said there are still opportunities for international schools to open in China, given the massive demand among Chinese families. <br><br> There is a deep desire amongst the wealthy, middle class and young Chinese parents for a Western style of education, he said. <br><br> Parents want an international education but also want their children to retain their culture and identity, he added, as well as excellent exam results and places at the top universities.
Identify the words that are opposite in meaning to the word/idiom given below. If none of the options conveys the correct meaning, mark (E) as your answer. The options do not necessarily need to be grammatically correct. <br><br> Lucrative
Explanation: The word ‘lucrative’ means=> producing a great deal of profit/profitable/gainful<br> The words ‘booming, ‘burgeoning’ and ‘profitable’ are all similar in meaning to the word ‘lucrative’. <br> Only the word ‘unproductive’ is dissimilar to the word ‘lucrative’. <br> Unproductive’ means something that does not produce results/is unprofitable. <br> Hence, option D is the correct answer.
Directions: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions given below. <br><br><br> A golden age for Western schools in China may be coming to an end in the face of a new government clampdown. <br><br> China has been a happy hunting ground for Western schools in recent years, as a burgeoning middle class looks to equip their children with the qualifications to get into a Western university, as well as the skills to join a global workforce. <br><br> The last five years has seen a 64% increase in the number of students enrolled in international schools in China, which now account for 372,000 children in 857 schools. <br><br> But from next year, schools will have to select their students via a lottery, rather than being able to pick and choose from among the applicants. <br><br> The crackdown has been prompted by fears that foreign-owned schools are poaching the brightest children, according to Richard Gaskell, director of international education analysts ISC Research. <br><br> The move follows changes introduced last year requiring international schools to teach the Chinese curriculum alongside other national programs. <br><br> ‘There is a backlash against the rapid increase in private schools in China, particularly from the big public schools where it’s perceived that they have been simply creaming off the best kids,’ Mr Gaskell said. <br><br> Foreign-owned schools should also expect greater scrutiny and bureaucracy, he added. <br><br> International schools should put expansion plans on hold until the full effect of the changes becomes apparent next spring, he told the Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference of leading fee-paying schools in the U.K. <br><br> The Chinese government was also concerned at the number of students heading abroad to study, both at K-12 level and for higher education, he added. <br><br> The international schools market has exploded in China in recent years, after the authorities relaxed regulations so that Chinese children could attend foreign-owned schools. <br><br> Until then, international schools almost entirely served the children of foreign nationals, but opening them up to Chinese children revealed a massive and previously untapped demand. <br><br> For the growing Chinese middle class, the schools provided a more reliable route than Chinese national schools for getting into highly-regarded universities in the West, particularly those in the U.S. and U.K. <br><br> These students, in turn, represent a lucrative source of income, for both the schools themselves and for Western universities. The annual fee for a leading international school is around 280,000 yuan, or $39,000. <br><br> China is the largest source of international students at U.K. universities, accounting for more than one in five at undergraduate and postgraduate level. <br><br> Some of the most prestigious private schools have sought to capitalise on their brand by opening branches in China in recent years. Wellington College has five schools in China - two each in Shanghai and Hangzhou and one in Tianjin - while Dulwich College has four - two in Shanghai and one each in Beijing and Suzhou. <br><br> A record 14 British international schools have opened or are due to open in China this year, including outposts of the King’s School, Canterbury, and Shrewsbury School, which counts Charles Darwin among its alumni. <br><br> But despite the increased scrutiny, Mr. Gaskell said there are still opportunities for international schools to open in China, given the massive demand among Chinese families. <br><br> There is a deep desire amongst the wealthy, middle class and young Chinese parents for a Western style of education, he said. <br><br> Parents want an international education but also want their children to retain their culture and identity, he added, as well as excellent exam results and places at the top universities.
As per the passage, which of the following statements is/are correct? <br><br> I. In the U.S. universities, most of the foreign students are Chinese. <br> II. In the U.K. more than one in five students at undergraduate and postgraduate level are Chinese. <br> III. Dulwich College opened one school in Beijing and one school in Shanghai.
Explanation: Refer to: <br> China is the largest source of international students at U.K. universities, accounting for more than one in five at undergraduate and postgraduate level. <br> The first highlighted part above confirms that statement I is incorrect. Also, no such information regarding U.S. universities is anywhere mentioned in the passage. <br> The second highlighted part confirms that statement II is correct. <br> Refer to: <br> Some of the most prestigious private schools have sought to capitalise on their brand by opening branches in China in recent years. Wellington College has five schools in China - two each in Shanghai and Hangzhou and one in Tianjin – while Dulwich College has four - two in Shanghai and one each in Beijing and Suzhou. <br> The highlighted part confirms that statement III is correct. <br> Hence, option E is the correct answer.
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