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Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Guild
Explanation: Guild means an association of people with similar interests, jobs, or crafts, so Association is the correct answer. Individual, Outsider, and Freelancer are antonym-like options because they suggest a person outside or separate from a group. Therefore, they do not express the meaning of Guild.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Implant
Explanation: Implant means to place or fix something firmly into a body, mind, or surface, so Embed is the best synonym. Extract, Detach, and Remove express the opposite idea of taking something out or separating it. Hence, they are not suitable meanings of Implant.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Obscene
Explanation: Obscene means offensive, indecent, or morally shocking, so Indecent is the correct synonym. Modest, Respectable, and Pure are antonyms because they show decency and moral acceptability. Thus, these options do not match the meaning of Obscene.
Out of the given alternatives select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of given word.
Ebb
Explanation: Ebb means to gradually decrease or flow back, especially like the tide, so Decline is the correct answer. Surge and Increase suggest rising or growing, which are opposite in meaning. Flow is also given as an opposite in the sense of moving forward rather than receding, so it is not the best synonym.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Muzzle
Explanation: Muzzle means to prevent someone from speaking freely or to cover an animal’s mouth, so its opposite is Encourage. Suppress, Silence, and Gag are close synonyms because they all suggest stopping expression or speech. Therefore, Encourage best expresses the opposite meaning.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Episodic
Explanation: Episodic means happening occasionally or in separate episodes, so Continuous is its opposite because it means happening without interruption. Sporadic, Intermittent, and Occasional are synonyms of Episodic and do not express the opposite meaning. Hence, Continuous is the correct answer.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Musty
Explanation: Musty means having a stale, damp, and unpleasant smell, so Fresh is the correct antonym. Moldy, Damp, and Fusty are synonyms or closely related meanings of Musty because they suggest oldness, dampness, or unpleasant smell. Therefore, Fresh best expresses the opposite.
Out of the given alternatives select the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Slur
Explanation: Slur means an insulting remark that damages someone’s reputation, so Compliment is the correct opposite. Slander, Smear, and Defamation are synonyms because they all refer to insulting or reputation-damaging statements. Thus, Compliment is the best antonym.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
An association of people with similar interests, jobs, or crafts.
Explanation: Guild is the correct one-word substitute because it means an association of people with similar interests, jobs, or crafts. Strait means a narrow passage of water, Diadem means a crown or jeweled headband, and Slur means an insulting remark. Therefore, only Guild correctly substitutes the given sentence.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water.
Explanation: Strait is the correct answer because it refers to a narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water. Muzzle means to silence or cover the mouth, Implant means to fix something firmly inside, and Musty means stale or damp-smelling. Hence, Strait is the suitable one-word substitute.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
A crown or jeweled headband worn as a symbol of royalty.
Explanation: Diadem is the correct one-word substitute because it means a crown or jeweled headband worn as a symbol of royalty. Ebb means to decrease or flow back, Obscene means indecent or offensive, and Episodic means happening occasionally. Thus, Diadem is the correct answer.
Out of given alternatives, choose the word which can be substituted for the given words/ sentence.
An insulting remark that damages someone’s reputation.
Explanation: Slur is the correct answer because it means an insulting remark that damages someone’s reputation. Guild means an association, Strait means a narrow water passage, and Implant means to place or fix something firmly. Therefore, Slur best substitutes the given sentence.
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 old books had a ______ smell because they were kept for years in a damp room.
Explanation: Musty is the correct word because it means having a stale, damp, and unpleasant smell, which fits the context of old books kept in a damp room. Fragrant, Airy, and Clean are antonyms or positive qualities and do not match the unpleasant smell described in the sentence. Hence, Musty is correct.
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 queen wore a golden ______ during the ceremony.
Explanation: Diadem is the correct answer because it means a crown or jeweled headband worn as a symbol of royalty. Slur is an insulting remark, Strait is a narrow water passage, and Muzzle means to silence or cover the mouth. Therefore, Diadem fits the sentence best.
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.
Ships passed carefully through the narrow ______.
Explanation: Strait is correct because it means a narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water, and ships can pass through it. Guild, Obscene, and Implant do not fit the context of ships and water passage. Therefore, Strait is the suitable choice.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Group built for the same work
Explanation: The phrase group built for the same work points to Guild, which means an association of people with similar interests, jobs, or crafts. Freelancer, Outsider, and Individual suggest someone separate from such a group and therefore do not match the phrase. Hence, Guild is the correct answer.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Mouth band ho jaye
Explanation: The phrase mouth band ho jaye indicates that someone is prevented from speaking freely, which is the meaning of Muzzle. Permit, Encourage, and Release express freedom or permission, which are opposite to the idea of silencing. Therefore, Muzzle is the correct answer.
Out of given alternatives select the option which best expresses the meaning of given idiom/ phrase.
Bad words slowly damage someone’s image
Explanation: The phrase refers to Slur, which means an insulting remark that damages someone’s reputation. Praise, Compliment, and Respect are opposite in sense because they suggest appreciation or honour. Therefore, Slur best expresses the meaning of the phrase.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Select the correctly spelt word.
Explanation: Guild is the correctly spelt word and it means an association of people with similar interests, jobs, or crafts. Gildd, Guiled, and Guilde are confusing but incorrect spelling forms. Therefore, option (a) is the correct answer.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Select the correctly spelt word.
Explanation: Obscene is the correct spelling and it means offensive, indecent, or morally shocking. Obcene, Obsceen, and Obsene are incorrect variations because they miss or misplace letters from the correct form. Hence, option (b) is correct.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Select the correctly spelt word.
Explanation: Episodic is the correct spelling and it means happening occasionally or in separate episodes. Episodick, Eppisodic, and Episodiec are incorrect spellings created by adding or misplacing letters. Therefore, Episodic is the correctly spelt alternative.
Out of given alternatives select the word which is correctly spelt.
Select the correctly spelt word.
Explanation: Diadem is the correct spelling and it means a crown or jeweled headband worn as a symbol of royalty. Diadim, Dyadem, and Diadeem are incorrect spelling forms because they change the correct letter sequence. Hence, option (b) is the correct answer.
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.
Doctors decided to implant a small device in his chest after the examination.
Explanation: The sentence is grammatically correct as it is because to implant a small device in his chest correctly uses Implant in the sense of placing or fixing something firmly into the body. Extract would give the opposite meaning, and from his chest does not fit with implant. Therefore, no correction is required.
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 dictator tried to muzzle the press during the crisis.
Explanation: The sentence is correct because to muzzle the press means to prevent the press from speaking freely. Release and Encourage are opposite ideas and would not fit the intended meaning of control or suppression. Hence, no correction is required.
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.
His confidence began to surge after repeated failures.
Explanation: The correct phrase is to ebb after repeated failures because Ebb means to gradually decrease, and repeated failures naturally suggest a fall in confidence. Surge and Increase express the opposite idea of rising, which does not suit the context. Therefore, option (a) is the correct replacement.
DIRECTIONS: 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> A small coastal town depended on a narrow strait through which ships carried goods to distant markets. The local artists had formed a guild to protect their professional rights and to keep their craft alive. During one public meeting, a powerful official tried to muzzle the artists when they complained about the damp storage rooms where old paintings had developed a musty smell. Some people made a slur against the artists, calling their demands unnecessary. However, the artists remained calm and explained that their income had begun to ebb because damaged paintings could not be sold. Their protest was not continuous but episodic, yet it slowly forced the town leaders to listen. Finally, the leaders agreed to fix the storage rooms and allow the guild to speak freely.
What does the word strait mean in the context of the passage?
Explanation: In the passage, ships carried goods through a narrow strait, so Strait means a narrow passage of water connecting two larger bodies of water. A crown or jeweled headband refers to Diadem, an insulting remark refers to Slur, and a stale and damp smell refers to Musty. Hence, option (b) is correct.
DIRECTIONS: 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> A small coastal town depended on a narrow strait through which ships carried goods to distant markets. The local artists had formed a guild to protect their professional rights and to keep their craft alive. During one public meeting, a powerful official tried to muzzle the artists when they complained about the damp storage rooms where old paintings had developed a musty smell. Some people made a slur against the artists, calling their demands unnecessary. However, the artists remained calm and explained that their income had begun to ebb because damaged paintings could not be sold. Their protest was not continuous but episodic, yet it slowly forced the town leaders to listen. Finally, the leaders agreed to fix the storage rooms and allow the guild to speak freely.
Why did the official try to muzzle the artists?
Explanation: The passage says that the official tried to muzzle the artists when they complained, which means he tried to prevent them from speaking freely. Protecting their rights and allowing them to speak freely are opposite to the official’s action. Implanting a device is unrelated to the situation described in the passage.
DIRECTIONS: 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> A small coastal town depended on a narrow strait through which ships carried goods to distant markets. The local artists had formed a guild to protect their professional rights and to keep their craft alive. During one public meeting, a powerful official tried to muzzle the artists when they complained about the damp storage rooms where old paintings had developed a musty smell. Some people made a slur against the artists, calling their demands unnecessary. However, the artists remained calm and explained that their income had begun to ebb because damaged paintings could not be sold. Their protest was not continuous but episodic, yet it slowly forced the town leaders to listen. Finally, the leaders agreed to fix the storage rooms and allow the guild to speak freely.
Which statement is true according to the passage?
Explanation: The passage clearly states that the artists complained about damp storage rooms and finally the leaders agreed to fix them, so the guild wanted the storage rooms to be fixed. The artists did have a guild, their income began to ebb rather than increase, and the protest was episodic, not continuous and permanent. Therefore, option (d) is correct.
DIRECTIONS: 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> A small coastal town depended on a narrow strait through which ships carried goods to distant markets. The local artists had formed a guild to protect their professional rights and to keep their craft alive. During one public meeting, a powerful official tried to muzzle the artists when they complained about the damp storage rooms where old paintings had developed a musty smell. Some people made a slur against the artists, calling their demands unnecessary. However, the artists remained calm and explained that their income had begun to ebb because damaged paintings could not be sold. Their protest was not continuous but episodic, yet it slowly forced the town leaders to listen. Finally, the leaders agreed to fix the storage rooms and allow the guild to speak freely.
Which of the following is the synonym of ebb as used in the passage?
Explanation: In the passage, the artists’ income had begun to ebb because damaged paintings could not be sold, so Ebb means to decrease or diminish. Surge, Rise, and Increase are opposite in meaning because they show growth or upward movement. Therefore, Diminish is the correct synonym in this context.
DIRECTIONS: 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> A small coastal town depended on a narrow strait through which ships carried goods to distant markets. The local artists had formed a guild to protect their professional rights and to keep their craft alive. During one public meeting, a powerful official tried to muzzle the artists when they complained about the damp storage rooms where old paintings had developed a musty smell. Some people made a slur against the artists, calling their demands unnecessary. However, the artists remained calm and explained that their income had begun to ebb because damaged paintings could not be sold. Their protest was not continuous but episodic, yet it slowly forced the town leaders to listen. Finally, the leaders agreed to fix the storage rooms and allow the guild to speak freely.
Which of the following is the antonym of musty as used in the passage?
Explanation: Musty means having a stale, damp, and unpleasant smell, as seen in the description of the storage rooms. Fresh is the correct antonym because it suggests cleanliness and absence of stale smell. Moldy, Damp, and Fusty are close synonyms of Musty and therefore cannot be its opposite.
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