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Select the option that can be used as a one-word-substitute for the given group of words.
A false idea or belief
Explanation: A “fallacy” means a false idea, belief or mistaken reasoning, so it correctly substitutes the given group of words.
Identity the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Secure
Explanation: “Secure” means safe, protected or free from danger, while “attack” means to act against or threaten someone or something, so it is the most appropriate antonym.
Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Gourav was no good than a foolish person.
Explanation: The correct comparative expression is “no better than,” so the sentence should read “Gourav was no better than a foolish person.”
Select the option that corrects the error in the given sentence.
He ran quick to catch the bus.
Explanation: The verb “ran” needs an adverb to describe the manner of running, and “quickly” is the correct adverb form.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Acquiesce
Explanation: “Acquiesce” means to accept or agree to something, often without protest, and “concur” means to agree, so it is the closest synonym.
Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
That which cannot be conquered
Explanation: “Invincible” means too strong to be defeated or conquered, so it is the correct one-word substitute.
Select the most appropriate synonym for the underlined word in the given sentence.
His ambition in life is to become a happy and satisfied man.
Explanation: “Ambition” means a strong desire or eagerness to achieve something, so “eagerness” is the most appropriate synonym.
Read the sentence carefully and select the most suitable idiom to fill in the blank.
The renowned publisher decided to withdraw a book from the market. No one was interested in the book as the arguments presented were ____________.
Explanation: “Beside the mark” means irrelevant or not connected with the main point, which fits the sentence because the arguments failed to interest readers.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Receive
Explanation: “Receive” means to accept or take in, while “exile” means to send away or banish, making it the most appropriate opposite in the given options.
Select the option that expresses the following sentence in passive voice.
Sonam does not like bananas.
Explanation: The active sentence is in the simple present tense with plural object “bananas,” so the passive structure should be “Bananas are not liked by Sonam.”
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. The genuine beliefs, though not unconsciously acquired by most children; and even if they depart from these beliefs in later life B. Something of them remains deeply implanted, ready to emerge in a time of stress of crisis C. The importance of education in forming character and opinion is very great and well recognised by all D. Education is, as a rule, the strongest force on the side of what exists and again fundamental change
Explanation: Sentence C introduces the main idea about the importance of education, A continues the idea of beliefs acquired through it, B explains how those beliefs remain implanted, and D concludes with education as a strong force.
Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the underlined group of words.
In Indian mythology, most of the Asuras wish to be never able to die.
Explanation: “Immortal” means not subject to death or never able to die, so it correctly substitutes the given group of words.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice
Someone has taken my secret diary.
Explanation: The active sentence is in the present perfect tense, so its passive form is formed as “has been taken.”
Select the most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word in the following sentence to fill in the blank.
During Covid times, many organisations made ________(sentimental) appeals to raise funds for migrant workers.
Explanation: “Mawkish” means overly sentimental or excessively emotional, so it is the most appropriate synonym of “sentimental” in this context.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined word in the given sentence.
He is an atheist, although he respects everyone’s belief.
Explanation: An “atheist” is a person who does not believe in the existence of God, so option (d) gives the correct meaning.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the following sentence.
In my new office, all employees were different, so I felt like a fish out of water.
Explanation: The idiom “a fish out of water” means someone who feels uncomfortable or out of place in an unfamiliar situation.
Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Explanation: The correct spelling is “Exhilarate,” so “Exhilerate” is incorrectly spelt.
The following sentence has been divided into four segments. Identify the segment that contains an error.
Mrs. Sreelakshmi’s / musical intelligence / is superior than / Mrs. Suma’s.
Explanation: The adjective “superior” is followed by “to,” not “than,” so the correct phrase is “is superior to.”
Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence.
If I was the queen, I would give a handsome sum towards education.
Explanation: In an unreal or hypothetical condition, the subjunctive form “were” is used, so “If I were the queen” is correct.
Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Explanation: The correct spelling is “Precede,” so “Preceed” is incorrectly spelt.
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. <br><br> The beginning of the story is (1)______ in its presentation but (2)______ the style eases out and becomes haunting in its simplicity. The author brings out the human elements in his story. This common element of sympathy and sacrifice is given a new (3)_____ by the old artist who shows by his last desperate act that one can be a hero for one day if only one cares (4). O Henry’s treatment of his material is balanced and controlled, a fine (5) of humour and pathos.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Explanation: “Quaint” means attractively unusual or old-fashioned, and it fits the description of the beginning of the story being distinctive in presentation.
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. <br><br> The beginning of the story is (1)______ in its presentation but (2)______ the style eases out and becomes haunting in its simplicity. The author brings out the human elements in his story. This common element of sympathy and sacrifice is given a new (3)_____ by the old artist who shows by his last desperate act that one can be a hero for one day if only one cares (4). O Henry’s treatment of his material is balanced and controlled, a fine (5) of humour and pathos.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Explanation: The sentence shows a slow change in style from the beginning to simplicity, so “gradually” correctly expresses this progression.
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. <br><br> The beginning of the story is (1)______ in its presentation but (2)______ the style eases out and becomes haunting in its simplicity. The author brings out the human elements in his story. This common element of sympathy and sacrifice is given a new (3)_____ by the old artist who shows by his last desperate act that one can be a hero for one day if only one cares (4). O Henry’s treatment of his material is balanced and controlled, a fine (5) of humour and pathos.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Explanation: “A new dimension” is the correct expression meaning a new aspect or depth, which fits the context of sympathy and sacrifice in the story.
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. <br><br> The beginning of the story is (1)______ in its presentation but (2)______ the style eases out and becomes haunting in its simplicity. The author brings out the human elements in his story. This common element of sympathy and sacrifice is given a new (3)_____ by the old artist who shows by his last desperate act that one can be a hero for one day if only one cares (4). O Henry’s treatment of his material is balanced and controlled, a fine (5) of humour and pathos.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Explanation: The phrase “cares enough” correctly means having sufficient concern or sympathy to act, which matches the idea of heroic sacrifice.
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. <br><br> The beginning of the story is (1)______ in its presentation but (2)______ the style eases out and becomes haunting in its simplicity. The author brings out the human elements in his story. This common element of sympathy and sacrifice is given a new (3)_____ by the old artist who shows by his last desperate act that one can be a hero for one day if only one cares (4). O Henry’s treatment of his material is balanced and controlled, a fine (5) of humour and pathos.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Explanation: “A fine blend of humour and pathos” is the correct expression, meaning a balanced mixture of humour and sadness.
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