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Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Unimpeachable
Explanation: Unimpeachable means something that cannot be questioned, doubted, or criticized because it is completely reliable or faultless. Among the given options, Irrefutable is the closest in meaning because it means impossible to deny or disprove. Therefore, the given answer is correct.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Disapprobation
Explanation: Disapprobation means strong disapproval or criticism of someone or something. Approval, Praise, and Commendation are opposite in meaning because they show acceptance or appreciation. Therefore, Criticism correctly expresses the meaning of the word.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Extemporize
Explanation: Extemporize means to speak, perform, or compose without preparation. Improvise has the same meaning, as it refers to doing something spontaneously without prior planning. Therefore, the given answer is correct.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Retroactive
Explanation: Retroactive means applying to a period before the present time or taking effect from a past date. Backdated correctly conveys this meaning. Prospective, Future, and Upcoming refer to future events, so they are incorrect.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Firmament
Explanation: Firmament means the sky or heavens, especially seen as a vast dome above the earth. The opposite idea is the earth or ground. Among the given options, Ground is the best opposite of Firmament.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Fulcrum
Explanation: Fulcrum means the central point, pivot, or support around which something turns or depends. Periphery means the outer edge or boundary of something. Since it contrasts with the idea of a central supporting point, Periphery is the correct opposite.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Reconnoiter
Explanation: Reconnoiter means to survey, inspect, or scout an area, especially to gather information. Overlook can mean to fail to notice or ignore something. Therefore, it works as the opposite of carefully inspecting or surveying.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Perspicuous
Explanation: Perspicuous means clear, easy to understand, and plainly expressed. Obscure means unclear, difficult to understand, or hidden. Therefore, Obscure is the correct opposite.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Happening at a favourable time, especially as if guided by divine care.
Explanation: Providential means happening at a favourable or fortunate time, especially in a way that seems guided by divine care. Therefore, it correctly substitutes the given sentence.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
To speak, perform, or compose without preparation.
Explanation: Extemporize means to speak, perform, or compose without prior preparation. It exactly matches the meaning of the given sentence, so the answer is correct.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
The sky or heavens, especially seen as a vast dome above the earth.
Explanation: Firmament means the sky or heavens viewed as a vast dome over the earth. Therefore, it is the correct one-word substitute for the given sentence.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
Clearly expressed and easy to understand.
Explanation: Perspicuous means clear, plain, and easy to understand. Since the given sentence describes something clearly expressed, Perspicuous is the correct answer.
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.
IOS 13 public beta is nonetheless, a beta version and hence won’t be as ______ and bug-free as the final version.
Explanation: The given option Smoothssss was corrected to Smooth. The sentence needs a word that describes a software version working without difficulty or technical problems. Smooth fits correctly with bug-free. The other options do not suit the context of an operating system beta version.
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.
Government think tank has written to Railway Board chairman over the delay in the ____________ of Centre’s plan to redevelop 400 stations.
Explanation: Implementation means execution or putting a plan into action. Since the sentence refers to delay in carrying out the Centre’s plan to redevelop railway stations, Implementation is the correct word. Formulation means creation of a plan, which does not fit here.
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 criminal together with his associates ________ arrested
Explanation: The main subject of the sentence is The criminal, which is singular. The phrase together with his associates does not change the number of the subject. Therefore, the singular verb was is correct.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
The Earl of Leicester threw down the glove.
Explanation: The idiom to throw down the glove means to issue or give a challenge. It comes from the old practice of throwing down a glove or gauntlet as a sign of challenge. Therefore, option (c) is correct.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
the green-eyed monster strikes a woman the moment she sees her husband talking to another pretty woman.
Explanation: The phrase green-eyed monster refers to jealousy. It is commonly used to describe the feeling of envy or suspicion, especially in relationships. In the given sentence, the woman feels jealous when she sees her husband talking to another pretty woman.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
fits and starts
Explanation: The phrase fits and starts means something that happens irregularly, with repeated stops and starts. It does not mean continuously, quickly, or slowly. Therefore, not regularly is the correct meaning.
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.
Before we returned from swimming in the river near the camp/someone had stole our clothes/and we had to walk back with our towels around us.
Explanation: The error is in someone had stole our clothes. In the past perfect tense, the structure is had + past participle. The past participle of steal is stolen, not stole. So the correct phrase is someone had stolen our clothes.
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.
Illegal sand mining has become(1)/ a boom business fuelled (2)/ by the ever increasing demand(3)/ of the construction industry (4)/ No error (5)
Explanation: The error is in the phrase a boom business fuelled. The correct expression should be a booming business fuelled, because booming is the adjective used to describe a rapidly growing or flourishing business. Therefore, option (b) is correct.
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 tennis player easy through(1)/ the opening set before her opponent, (2) / rallied to take the final two sets (3) / for the biggest victory of her young career (4)/ No error (5)
Explanation: The correct phrase should be The tennis player eased through or breezed through, meaning she won the opening set easily. Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions given below them. Certain words are given in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> It is an old saying that knowledge is power. Education is an instrument which imparts knowledge and, therefore, indirectly controls power. Therefore, ever since the dawn of civilization persons in power have always tried to supervise or control education. It has been the hand-maid of the ruling class. During the Christian era, the ecclesiastics controlled the institution of education and diffused among the people the gospel of the Bible and religious teachings. These gospels and teachings were no other than a philosophy for the maintenance of the existing society. It taught the poor man to be meek and to earn his bread with the sweat of his brow, while the priests and the landlords lived in luxury and fought duels for the slightest offence. During the Renaissance, education passed more from the clutches of the priest into the hand of the prince. In other words, it became more secular. <br><br> It was also due to the growth of the nationstate and powerful monarchs who united the country under their rule. Thus, under the control of the monarch, education began to devise and preach the infallibility of its masters, the monarch or king. It also invented and supported fantastic theories like the Divine Right Theory and that the king can do no wrong etc. With the advent of the industrial revolution education took a different turn and had to please the new masters. It now no longer remained the privilege of the baron class but was thrown open to the new rich merchant class of society. Yet education was still confined to the few elite. The philosophy which was in vogue during this period was that of 'laissez-faire' restricting the function of the State to a mere keeping of law and order while, on the other hand, in practice the law of the jungle prevailed in the form of free competition and the survival of the fittest.
What did the ruling class in the Christian era think of the poor man?
Explanation: The passage explains that during the Christian era, religious teachings encouraged the poor man to be meek and earn his bread through hard labour, while priests and landlords lived in luxury. This shows that the ruling class viewed the poor as people meant to labour and serve the interests of the powerful.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions given below them. Certain words are given in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> It is an old saying that knowledge is power. Education is an instrument which imparts knowledge and, therefore, indirectly controls power. Therefore, ever since the dawn of civilization persons in power have always tried to supervise or control education. It has been the hand-maid of the ruling class. During the Christian era, the ecclesiastics controlled the institution of education and diffused among the people the gospel of the Bible and religious teachings. These gospels and teachings were no other than a philosophy for the maintenance of the existing society. It taught the poor man to be meek and to earn his bread with the sweat of his brow, while the priests and the landlords lived in luxury and fought duels for the slightest offence. During the Renaissance, education passed more from the clutches of the priest into the hand of the prince. In other words, it became more secular. <br><br> It was also due to the growth of the nationstate and powerful monarchs who united the country under their rule. Thus, under the control of the monarch, education began to devise and preach the infallibility of its masters, the monarch or king. It also invented and supported fantastic theories like the Divine Right Theory and that the king can do no wrong etc. With the advent of the industrial revolution education took a different turn and had to please the new masters. It now no longer remained the privilege of the baron class but was thrown open to the new rich merchant class of society. Yet education was still confined to the few elite. The philosophy which was in vogue during this period was that of 'laissez-faire' restricting the function of the State to a mere keeping of law and order while, on the other hand, in practice the law of the jungle prevailed in the form of free competition and the survival of the fittest.
Who controlled the institution of education during the Christian era?
Explanation: The passage clearly states that during the Christian era, ecclesiastics controlled the institution of education. Ecclesiastics refers to church authorities or priests. Therefore, option (d) is correct.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions given below them. Certain words are given in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> It is an old saying that knowledge is power. Education is an instrument which imparts knowledge and, therefore, indirectly controls power. Therefore, ever since the dawn of civilization persons in power have always tried to supervise or control education. It has been the hand-maid of the ruling class. During the Christian era, the ecclesiastics controlled the institution of education and diffused among the people the gospel of the Bible and religious teachings. These gospels and teachings were no other than a philosophy for the maintenance of the existing society. It taught the poor man to be meek and to earn his bread with the sweat of his brow, while the priests and the landlords lived in luxury and fought duels for the slightest offence. During the Renaissance, education passed more from the clutches of the priest into the hand of the prince. In other words, it became more secular. <br><br> It was also due to the growth of the nationstate and powerful monarchs who united the country under their rule. Thus, under the control of the monarch, education began to devise and preach the infallibility of its masters, the monarch or king. It also invented and supported fantastic theories like the Divine Right Theory and that the king can do no wrong etc. With the advent of the industrial revolution education took a different turn and had to please the new masters. It now no longer remained the privilege of the baron class but was thrown open to the new rich merchant class of society. Yet education was still confined to the few elite. The philosophy which was in vogue during this period was that of 'laissez-faire' restricting the function of the State to a mere keeping of law and order while, on the other hand, in practice the law of the jungle prevailed in the form of free competition and the survival of the fittest.
What do you mean by the ‘sweat of his brow’?
Explanation: The phrase sweat of his brow means earning one’s livelihood through hard physical labour. It does not literally refer only to sweat on the forehead. In the passage, it suggests that the poor were expected to work very hard for their survival.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions given below them. Certain words are given in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> It is an old saying that knowledge is power. Education is an instrument which imparts knowledge and, therefore, indirectly controls power. Therefore, ever since the dawn of civilization persons in power have always tried to supervise or control education. It has been the hand-maid of the ruling class. During the Christian era, the ecclesiastics controlled the institution of education and diffused among the people the gospel of the Bible and religious teachings. These gospels and teachings were no other than a philosophy for the maintenance of the existing society. It taught the poor man to be meek and to earn his bread with the sweat of his brow, while the priests and the landlords lived in luxury and fought duels for the slightest offence. During the Renaissance, education passed more from the clutches of the priest into the hand of the prince. In other words, it became more secular. <br><br> It was also due to the growth of the nationstate and powerful monarchs who united the country under their rule. Thus, under the control of the monarch, education began to devise and preach the infallibility of its masters, the monarch or king. It also invented and supported fantastic theories like the Divine Right Theory and that the king can do no wrong etc. With the advent of the industrial revolution education took a different turn and had to please the new masters. It now no longer remained the privilege of the baron class but was thrown open to the new rich merchant class of society. Yet education was still confined to the few elite. The philosophy which was in vogue during this period was that of 'laissez-faire' restricting the function of the State to a mere keeping of law and order while, on the other hand, in practice the law of the jungle prevailed in the form of free competition and the survival of the fittest.
Why have persons in power always tried to supervise or control education?
Explanation: The passage begins with the idea that knowledge is power and education is the instrument that gives knowledge. Therefore, people in power have always tried to control education because controlling education helps them indirectly control power and society.
Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions given below them. Certain words are given in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> It is an old saying that knowledge is power. Education is an instrument which imparts knowledge and, therefore, indirectly controls power. Therefore, ever since the dawn of civilization persons in power have always tried to supervise or control education. It has been the hand-maid of the ruling class. During the Christian era, the ecclesiastics controlled the institution of education and diffused among the people the gospel of the Bible and religious teachings. These gospels and teachings were no other than a philosophy for the maintenance of the existing society. It taught the poor man to be meek and to earn his bread with the sweat of his brow, while the priests and the landlords lived in luxury and fought duels for the slightest offence. During the Renaissance, education passed more from the clutches of the priest into the hand of the prince. In other words, it became more secular. <br><br> It was also due to the growth of the nationstate and powerful monarchs who united the country under their rule. Thus, under the control of the monarch, education began to devise and preach the infallibility of its masters, the monarch or king. It also invented and supported fantastic theories like the Divine Right Theory and that the king can do no wrong etc. With the advent of the industrial revolution education took a different turn and had to please the new masters. It now no longer remained the privilege of the baron class but was thrown open to the new rich merchant class of society. Yet education was still confined to the few elite. The philosophy which was in vogue during this period was that of 'laissez-faire' restricting the function of the State to a mere keeping of law and order while, on the other hand, in practice the law of the jungle prevailed in the form of free competition and the survival of the fittest.
What does the philosophy of Laissez-Faire stand for?
Explanation: The original answer was changed from (e) to (c). Laissez-faire refers to a system in which the state avoids unnecessary interference in economic activities and allows individuals and businesses freedom in the economic field. Therefore, option (c) is the correct answer.
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