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Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Convulsion
Explanation: Convulsion means a sudden, violent, and uncontrolled movement of the body or muscles, usually caused by illness, shock, or strong physical reaction. Among the given options, Spasm is the closest synonym because it also means a sudden involuntary contraction or movement of muscles. Relaxation, calmness, and stillness are opposite in sense.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Unrehearsed
Explanation: Unrehearsed means something that has not been practiced or prepared beforehand. Spontaneous correctly expresses this meaning because it refers to something done naturally, suddenly, or without prior planning. Rehearsed, practiced, and prepared are opposite in meaning because they suggest advance preparation.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Idealistic
Explanation: Idealistic means guided by high ideals, hopes, or perfect standards, sometimes more than practical reality. Visionary is the best synonym among the options because it refers to a person or idea based on imagination, ideals, and future possibilities. Realistic, practical, and pragmatic are closer to practical thinking, not idealistic thinking.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Frigid
Explanation: Frigid means extremely cold and can also refer to a cold or unfriendly emotional attitude. Frosty is the best synonym because it directly conveys the sense of coldness. Warm, hot, and friendly are opposite or unrelated in meaning, especially when frigid is used for temperature or behaviour.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Sultry
Explanation: Sultry means very hot, humid, and uncomfortable, especially in relation to weather. Fresh is the best opposite among the given options because it suggests coolness, pleasantness, and freshness in air or weather. Humid and sweltering are close to the meaning of sultry, while passionate relates to another possible emotional sense of the word.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Balmy
Explanation: Balmy means pleasantly warm, mild, and gentle, especially when describing weather. Harsh is the correct opposite because it suggests rough, unpleasant, severe, or uncomfortable conditions. Mild, pleasant, and gentle are similar in meaning to balmy, so they cannot be antonyms.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Amble
Explanation: Amble means to walk slowly and casually, usually in a relaxed manner. Hurry is the correct opposite because it means to move quickly or do something with speed. Stroll, wander, and ramble are similar to amble because all of them suggest slow or relaxed movement.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Plod
Explanation: Plod means to walk slowly, heavily, or with difficulty. Sprint is the correct opposite because it means to run very fast over a short distance. Trudge, lumber, and stump are close in meaning to plod because they also suggest slow, heavy, or awkward movement.
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.
We____ a safety audit of all colleges which are frequently visited by women.
Explanation: The sentence We conduct a safety audit of all colleges which are frequently visited by women requires a verb that fits naturally with safety audit. Conduct is the best choice because audits are conducted. Facilitate, overcome, and legalize do not fit the context, while conducted would shift the sentence into past tense without a clear reason.
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.
Has the committee ________ a decision yet?
Explanation: The correct collocation is make a decision, so the sentence should be Has the committee made a decision yet? The word done is not normally used with decision, and arrived would require the preposition at. Therefore, made is the grammatically and contextually 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.
A strong team has been making efforts to ____________ the tourist boat from the river Godavari that sank on September 15.
Explanation: Salvage means to rescue or recover something from damage, danger, or loss. In the sentence, the team is trying to recover the tourist boat that sank in the river Godavari, so salvage fits the context perfectly. The other options do not convey the meaning of recovering a sunken boat.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
to call it a day
Explanation: The idiom to call it a day means to stop working or to end an activity, especially after doing enough work for the day. Therefore, to conclude proceedings is the correct meaning. The earlier answer None of the above was incorrect because option d already gives the correct meaning of the idiom.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
The teacher’s extra hours of coaching went a long way in improving the student’s performance.
Explanation: The phrase went a long way in improving means that something helped greatly or made a significant contribution. In the sentence, the teacher’s extra coaching hours greatly improved the student’s performance. Therefore, helped considerably is the correct meaning of the phrase.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
The student is on the Verge of breakdown.
Explanation: On the verge of means very close to experiencing or doing something, especially something serious or important. On the brink of carries the same meaning and is therefore the correct answer. In the sentence, the student is very close to a breakdown.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Not practiced or prepared before being performed or spoken.
Explanation: The phrase not practiced or prepared before being performed or spoken is correctly substituted by Unrehearsed. It directly means something done without prior practice or preparation. The other options do not match this meaning because they refer to physical movement, ideal thinking, or coldness.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Extremely cold; also emotionally cold or unfriendly.
Explanation: The phrase extremely cold; also emotionally cold or unfriendly is correctly substituted by Frigid. The word can be used both literally for very cold temperature and figuratively for a cold or unfriendly attitude. The other options do not express both these senses.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Pleasantly warm and gentle, especially of weather.
Explanation: Balmy means pleasantly warm and gentle, especially when used for weather. It correctly substitutes the given sentence because it captures both warmth and pleasantness. Amble and plod relate to movement, while deportation refers to forced removal from a country.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
The act of forcing a person to leave a country, usually because they have no legal right to stay there.
Explanation: Deportation means the act of forcing a person to leave a country, usually because they do not have the legal right to stay there. It is the correct one-word substitution for the given sentence. The other options refer to walking slowly, moving with difficulty, or a traveller.
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 severe cyclonic storm / has left behind / a trial of miser./ No error
Explanation: The error is in the phrase a trial of miser. The correct expression should be a trail of misery. Trial means a test or court proceeding, while trail means a series of marks or effects left behind by something. Since a severe cyclonic storm leaves behind destruction and suffering, the correct phrase is a trail of misery.
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.
Road developers unable (1)/ to complete their projects (2)/ on time will not be (3)/ awarded new ones (4)/ No error (5)
Explanation: The sentence Road developers unable to complete their projects on time will not be awarded new ones is grammatically correct. The phrase unable to complete their projects on time correctly describes Road developers, and the passive structure will not be awarded is also correctly used. Therefore, there is no grammatical error.
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 students refused (A)/ to accept responsibility (B)/ for their acts. (C)/ No error (D)
Explanation: The sentence The students refused to accept responsibility for their acts is grammatically correct. The verb refused is correctly followed by the infinitive to accept, and the phrase responsibility for their acts is also acceptable. Hence, no correction is required.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below. Certain words/phrases are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> The stunning Baltimore Oriole is a common summer visitor to eastern and mid western deciduous woodlands, neighbourhoods, and gardens. Baltimore Orioles winter in the tropics. About 7 inches in length, the male Baltimore Oriole has a black head, throat, back and wings. Its breast, stomach, and rump are bright orange. It also has an orange patch on the top of each wing and white wing bars. The tail is mostly black with orange fringes. The female is dull orange throughout. <br><br> Baltimore Orioles range throughout the eastern and mid western United States, and can be found as far west as the Dakotas. At the western edge of their range, Baltimore Orioles may breed with the Bullock's Oriole (They were once considered the same species under the name Northern Oriole). <br><br> Baltimore Orioles build unusual pouch like nests that hang down from branches. They usually nest high in the trees, but often come down to lower heights, flashing bright orange and black feathers to delighted observers Active and acrobatic by nature, Baltimore Orioles may even feed upside down at time. <br><br> Baltimore Orioles eat insects and berries. They can easily be attracted to gardens by nailing orange wedges to tree branches. Baltirmore Orioles are also known to feed at hummingbird feeders and sapsucker wells.
Which of the following does not attract the Baltimore Oriole?
Explanation: The passage states that Baltimore Orioles eat insects and berries and can be attracted by orange wedges, hummingbird feeders, and sapsucker wells. Sunflower seeds are not mentioned as something that attracts them. Therefore, sunflower seeds are the correct answer for what does not attract the Baltimore Oriole.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below. Certain words/phrases are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> The stunning Baltimore Oriole is a common summer visitor to eastern and mid western deciduous woodlands, neighbourhoods, and gardens. Baltimore Orioles winter in the tropics. About 7 inches in length, the male Baltimore Oriole has a black head, throat, back and wings. Its breast, stomach, and rump are bright orange. It also has an orange patch on the top of each wing and white wing bars. The tail is mostly black with orange fringes. The female is dull orange throughout. <br><br> Baltimore Orioles range throughout the eastern and mid western United States, and can be found as far west as the Dakotas. At the western edge of their range, Baltimore Orioles may breed with the Bullock's Oriole (They were once considered the same species under the name Northern Oriole). <br><br> Baltimore Orioles build unusual pouch like nests that hang down from branches. They usually nest high in the trees, but often come down to lower heights, flashing bright orange and black feathers to delighted observers Active and acrobatic by nature, Baltimore Orioles may even feed upside down at time. <br><br> Baltimore Orioles eat insects and berries. They can easily be attracted to gardens by nailing orange wedges to tree branches. Baltirmore Orioles are also known to feed at hummingbird feeders and sapsucker wells.
The Baltimore Oriole can be found as far west as
Explanation: The passage says that Baltimore Orioles range throughout the eastern and midwestern United States and can be found as far west as the Dakotas. The Dakotas refers to North Dakota and South Dakota. Therefore, option d is the correct answer.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below. Certain words/phrases are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> The stunning Baltimore Oriole is a common summer visitor to eastern and mid western deciduous woodlands, neighbourhoods, and gardens. Baltimore Orioles winter in the tropics. About 7 inches in length, the male Baltimore Oriole has a black head, throat, back and wings. Its breast, stomach, and rump are bright orange. It also has an orange patch on the top of each wing and white wing bars. The tail is mostly black with orange fringes. The female is dull orange throughout. <br><br> Baltimore Orioles range throughout the eastern and mid western United States, and can be found as far west as the Dakotas. At the western edge of their range, Baltimore Orioles may breed with the Bullock's Oriole (They were once considered the same species under the name Northern Oriole). <br><br> Baltimore Orioles build unusual pouch like nests that hang down from branches. They usually nest high in the trees, but often come down to lower heights, flashing bright orange and black feathers to delighted observers Active and acrobatic by nature, Baltimore Orioles may even feed upside down at time. <br><br> Baltimore Orioles eat insects and berries. They can easily be attracted to gardens by nailing orange wedges to tree branches. Baltirmore Orioles are also known to feed at hummingbird feeders and sapsucker wells.
Which of the following is not true about the Baltimore Oriole?
Explanation: The passage clearly states that the Baltimore Oriole is a common summer visitor to eastern and midwestern deciduous woodlands, neighbourhoods, and gardens. Therefore, the statement that it is uncommon in the U.S. is not true. The other statements are supported by the passage.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below. Certain words/phrases are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> The stunning Baltimore Oriole is a common summer visitor to eastern and mid western deciduous woodlands, neighbourhoods, and gardens. Baltimore Orioles winter in the tropics. About 7 inches in length, the male Baltimore Oriole has a black head, throat, back and wings. Its breast, stomach, and rump are bright orange. It also has an orange patch on the top of each wing and white wing bars. The tail is mostly black with orange fringes. The female is dull orange throughout. <br><br> Baltimore Orioles range throughout the eastern and mid western United States, and can be found as far west as the Dakotas. At the western edge of their range, Baltimore Orioles may breed with the Bullock's Oriole (They were once considered the same species under the name Northern Oriole). <br><br> Baltimore Orioles build unusual pouch like nests that hang down from branches. They usually nest high in the trees, but often come down to lower heights, flashing bright orange and black feathers to delighted observers Active and acrobatic by nature, Baltimore Orioles may even feed upside down at time. <br><br> Baltimore Orioles eat insects and berries. They can easily be attracted to gardens by nailing orange wedges to tree branches. Baltirmore Orioles are also known to feed at hummingbird feeders and sapsucker wells.
Where would I probably not find a Baltimore Oriole?
Explanation: The passage mentions that Baltimore Orioles are found in eastern and midwestern deciduous woodlands, neighbourhoods, gardens, and high in trees. The Sahara desert is not a suitable or mentioned habitat for the Baltimore Oriole. Therefore, it is the place where one would probably not find this bird.
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below. Certain words/phrases are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions. <br><br><br> The stunning Baltimore Oriole is a common summer visitor to eastern and mid western deciduous woodlands, neighbourhoods, and gardens. Baltimore Orioles winter in the tropics. About 7 inches in length, the male Baltimore Oriole has a black head, throat, back and wings. Its breast, stomach, and rump are bright orange. It also has an orange patch on the top of each wing and white wing bars. The tail is mostly black with orange fringes. The female is dull orange throughout. <br><br> Baltimore Orioles range throughout the eastern and mid western United States, and can be found as far west as the Dakotas. At the western edge of their range, Baltimore Orioles may breed with the Bullock's Oriole (They were once considered the same species under the name Northern Oriole). <br><br> Baltimore Orioles build unusual pouch like nests that hang down from branches. They usually nest high in the trees, but often come down to lower heights, flashing bright orange and black feathers to delighted observers Active and acrobatic by nature, Baltimore Orioles may even feed upside down at time. <br><br> Baltimore Orioles eat insects and berries. They can easily be attracted to gardens by nailing orange wedges to tree branches. Baltirmore Orioles are also known to feed at hummingbird feeders and sapsucker wells.
Which of these colours is not found on a Baltimore Oriole?
Explanation: The passage describes the Baltimore Oriole as having black, orange, and white colours. The male has a black head, throat, back, wings, orange breast, stomach, rump, and white wing bars. Purple is not mentioned as a colour found on the Baltimore Oriole, so option d is correct.
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