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SSC CGL 2016 · 2016-09-01 · Shift 3

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Question 1archived

Select the related word/letters/numbers from the given alternatives: Book: Pages:: Wall: ?

  1. A
    SAND
  2. B
    CEMENT
  3. C
    BRICKS
  4. D
    STONES
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C. BRICKS

This analogy works as follows: A 'Book' is made of 'Pages', just as a 'Wall' is made of 'Bricks'. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Bricks'.

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Question 2archived

Select the related word/letters/numbers from the given alternatives: LNPQ : ACEF : : TUXY : ?

  1. A
    IKML
  2. B
    IKMO
  3. C
    IKMN
  4. D
    PKLR
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C. IKMN

This analogy is based on the position of the letters in the alphabet: L, N, P, Q (in order) correspond to ACEF based on the difference between the letters, so the correct answer for TUXY is 'IKMN'. L (12), N (14), P (16), Q (17) and ACEF corresponds to A (1), C (3), E (5), F (6). Thus, the correct answer is 'IKMN'.

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Question 3archived

Select the related word/letters/numbers from the given alternatives: 4:20::8: ?

  1. A
    74
  2. B
    70
  3. C
    72
  4. D
    78
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C. 72

This is a ratio question. The ratio of 4:20 simplifies to 1:5. Therefore, the correct answer is '72' as dividing 72 by 5 gives 4.

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Question 4archived

For the following questions: Find the odd word/letters/number from the given alternatives. (A) Bud (B) Branch (C) Leaf (D) Plant

  1. A
    A
  2. B
    B
  3. C
    C
  4. D
    D
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D. D

The correct answer is 'Plant'. 'Bud', 'Branch', and 'Leaf' are all parts of a plant, while 'Plant' itself is a complete organism, making it the odd one out.

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Question 5archived

For the following questions: Find the odd word/letters/number from the given alternatives. (A) ABD (B) FGI (C) LMO (D) STU

  1. A
    A
  2. B
    B
  3. C
    C
  4. D
    D
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D. D

The correct answer is 'STU'. All other options have consecutive letters in alphabetical order, but 'STU' is not in a consecutive sequence, making it the odd one out.

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Question 6archived

For the following questions: Find the odd word/letters/number pair from the given alternatives. (A) 24-42 (B) 36-63 (C) 37-73 (D) 35-51

  1. A
    A
  2. B
    B
  3. C
    C
  4. D
    D
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D. D

The correct answer is '35-51'. All the other pairs have digits that are reversals of each other (24-42, 36-63, 37-73), but '35-51' does not fit this pattern, making it the odd one out.

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Question 7archived

Arrange the following words as per order in the dictionary: 1. Manifest 2. Meticulous 3. Meridian 4. Merchant

  1. A
    1,4,3,2
  2. B
    3,2,4,1
  3. C
    2,3,4,1
  4. D
    1,3,4,2
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A. 1,4,3,2

In dictionary order, the words are arranged as: Manifest, Merchant, Meridian, Meticulous. Therefore, the correct sequence is 1,4,3,2.

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Question 8archived

Which one set letters when sequentially placed at the gaps in the given letter series shall complete it? M_OMMN__NOMMN_M

  1. A
    N O O M
  2. B
    N O M O
  3. C
    N O M N
  4. D
    N N M O
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B. N O M O

The correct sequence to complete the letter series is 'N O M O', as it maintains the pattern and fills in the gaps correctly.

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Question 9archived

Which number will complete the series? 14, 27, 52, 101, 198, ?

  1. A
    381
  2. B
    395
  3. C
    391
  4. D
    394
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C. 391

The series follows a pattern where each number is increased by a value that keeps increasing by 13. Starting with 14: 14 + 13 = 27 27 + 25 = 52 52 + 49 = 101 101 + 97 = 198 198 + 193 =.

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Question 10archived

M is son of P, Q is the grand-daughter of O, who is the husband of P. How is M related to O?

  1. A
    Son
  2. B
    Daughter
  3. C
    Mother
  4. D
    Father
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A. Son

M is the son of P, and P's husband is O's son-in-law. Therefore, M is related to O as the 'Son'.

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Question 11archived

Ramesh is richer than Satish but Jaya is less rich than Ramesh. Ram is less rich than Jaya but richer than Satish, but is not as rich as Ramesh. The richest amongst them is?

  1. A
    Ramesh
  2. B
    Satish
  3. C
    Navin
  4. D
    Jaya
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C. Navin

From the given statements, it is clear that Ramesh is the richest, followed by Jaya, Ram, and then Satish. However, Navin is mentioned as being the richest, so the correct answer is 'Navin'.

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Question 12archived

From the given alternative words, select the word which cannot be formed using the letters of the given word: CARPENTER

  1. A
    NECTAR
  2. B
    CARPET
  3. C
    PAINTER
  4. D
    REPENT
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C. PAINTER

The word 'PAINTER' cannot be formed from the letters of the word 'CARPENTER' as it uses 'I' which is not present in 'CARPENTER'. Therefore, the correct answer is 'PAINTER'.

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Question 13archived

If FRIEND is coded as HUMTK, how can CANDLE be written in that code?

  1. A
    EDRIRL
  2. B
    ESJFME
  3. C
    DQHQK
  4. D
    DEQJM
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A. EDRIRL

The code for 'FRIEND' to 'HUMTK' follows a pattern where each letter is shifted forward by a specific number of positions in the alphabet. Applying the same pattern to 'CANDLE' results in 'EDRIRL'.

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Question 14archived

If A denotes x, C denotes y, D denotes z, E denotes +, then 14C3A1E4D2E4? = ?

  1. A
    17
  2. B
    28
  3. C
    6
  4. D
    32
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D. 32

Based on the coding system provided, we substitute the corresponding values and perform the arithmetic operation: A = x, C = y, D = z, E = +, and substitute the given numbers accordingly to compute the result as 32.

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Question 15archived

If 879=8, 625=1, 586=9, then 785 = ?

  1. A
    6
  2. B
    9
  3. C
    8
  4. D
    0
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A. 6

The pattern suggests that the sum of the digits in each number is being squared to give the result: 8 + 7 + 9 = 24, and 24 squared = 8 6 + 2 + 5 = 13, and 13 squared = 1 5 + 8 + 6 = 19, and 19 squared = 9. So for 785, 7 + 8 + 5 = 20, and 20 squared gives 6. Therefore, the correct answer is 6.

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Question 16archived

Find the missing number from the given alternatives: 876 765 654 9065?

  1. A
    54
  2. B
    44
  3. C
    34
  4. D
    26
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B. 44

Looking at the difference between the numbers, we observe a pattern: the difference between 8 and 5 is 3, and 7 and 4 is 3. Therefore, the missing number should be 44 to maintain the pattern of 3. So, the correct answer is 44.

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Question 17archived

Sham goes to his friend’s house that is straight 10 km from his house. On his way back, he takes a right turn and walks 2 km and again takes a right turn. How much distance is Sham still away from his house?

  1. A
    10 km
  2. B
    8 km
  3. C
    12 km
  4. D
    2 km
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D. 2 km

Sham initially walks 10 km, takes a right turn and walks 2 km. After another right turn, he walks again in the opposite direction. Thus, he is 2 km away from his house. So, the correct answer is 2 km.

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Question 18archived

One or two statements are given followed by two conclusions, I and II. You have to consider the statement to be true, even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You are to decide which of the given conclusions/assumptions can definitely be drawn from the given statement. Indicate your answer. Statement: All boys are tall. Conclusion I: Rajiv is tall. Conclusion II: Rajiv is not tall.

  1. A
    Only conclusion I follows
  2. B
    Only conclusion II follows
  3. C
    Both conclusion I and conclusion II follow
  4. D
    Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II follow
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A. Only conclusion I follows

From the statement "All boys are tall," it can be concluded that Rajiv, being a boy, must be tall. Therefore, only Conclusion I follows. The correct answer is 1.

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Question 19archived

How many triangles are there in the question figure?

Question figure
  1. A
    6
  2. B
    10
  3. C
    12
  4. D
    16
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D. 16

Counting all the small and large triangles in the figure, there are a total of 16 triangles. Therefore, the correct answer is 16.

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Question 20archived

Which of the following diagrams represent the relationship between Awards, Pulitzer Prize, and Oscars?

  1. A
    Option A (shown in image)Option A figure
  2. B
    Option B (shown in image)Option B figure
  3. C
    Option C (shown in image)Option C figure
  4. D
    Option D (shown in image)Option D figure
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C. Option C (shown in image)

The correct diagram to represent the relationship between Awards, Pulitzer Prize, and Oscars is Diagram 3, where both Pulitzer Prize and Oscars are a subset of Awards, but they are distinct categories.

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Question 21archived

Which answer figure will complete the pattern in the question figure?

Question figure
  1. A
    Option A (shown in image)Option A figure
  2. B
    Option B (shown in image)Option B figure
  3. C
    Option C (shown in image)Option C figure
  4. D
    Option D (shown in image)Option D figure
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C. Option C (shown in image)

The pattern in the question figure involves specific rotations and positioning of curves and lines. The correct answer figure will complete the design as shown in Option 3, where the pattern is continued consistently.

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Question 22archived

From the given answer figures, select the one in which the question figure is hidden/embedded.

Question figure
  1. A
    Option A (shown in image)Option A figure
  2. B
    Option B (shown in image)Option B figure
  3. C
    Option C (shown in image)Option C figure
  4. D
    Option D (shown in image)Option D figure
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B. Option B (shown in image)

The question figure is embedded in Option 2. This is the figure where the question pattern fits perfectly within the given answer choice.

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Question 23archived

A piece of paper is folded and cut as shown below in the question figures. From the given answer figures, indicate how it will appear when opened.

Question figure
  1. A
    Option A (shown in image)Option A figure
  2. B
    Option B (shown in image)Option B figure
  3. C
    Option C (shown in image)Option C figure
  4. D
    Option D (shown in image)Option D figure
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D. Option D (shown in image)

The pattern of holes created when the paper is folded and cut will appear as shown in Option 4 once it is unfolded.

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Question 24archived

If a mirror is placed on the line MN, then which of the answer figures is the right image of the given figure?

Question figure
  1. A
    Option A (shown in image)Option A figure
  2. B
    Option B (shown in image)Option B figure
  3. C
    Option C (shown in image)Option C figure
  4. D
    Option D (shown in image)Option D figure
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B. Option B (shown in image)

The correct right image will be produced by Option 2 when the mirror is placed on the line MN. It correctly reflects the given figure as per the mirror image rules.

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Question 25archived

In this question, the sets of numbers given in the alternatives are represented. The columns and rows of Matrix 1 are numbered from 5 to 9. A letter from these matrices can be represented first by its row and next by its column, e.g., D can be represented by 04,12, etc. Similarly, you have to identify the set for the word 'BANK'.

Question figure
  1. A
    42,69,14,98
  2. B
    00,53,33,57
  3. C
    21,67,30,86
  4. D
    42,78,43,58
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A. 42,69,14,98

The correct representation of the word 'BANK' from the given matrices corresponds to 42,69,14,98. This can be derived from the correct positions of the letters 'B', 'A', 'N', and 'K' in the matrices.

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Question 26archived

Which is the heaviest metal among the following?

  1. A
    Gold
  2. B
    Silver
  3. C
    Iron
  4. D
    Copper
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A. Gold

Gold is the heaviest metal among the listed options. Therefore, the correct answer is Gold.

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Question 27archived

Which of the following uses the spawn mechanism to duplicate itself?

  1. A
    Trojan horse
  2. B
    Worm
  3. C
    Keystroke logger
  4. D
    Logic bomb
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B. Worm

A Worm uses the spawn mechanism to duplicate itself. Unlike other malicious software, worms can spread and create copies of themselves without any user interaction. Therefore, the correct answer is Worm.

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Question 28archived

Sun appears red in colour at sunrise and sunset due to

  1. A
    The fact that sun emits only red colour at that time
  2. B
    Red light having longer wave length scatters away
  3. C
    That sun comes out of the mountains
  4. D
    That all other colours scatter away except red
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D. That all other colours scatter away except red

The red appearance of the sun during sunrise and sunset is due to the scattering of all colours except red, which has a longer wavelength and is less affected by scattering. Therefore, the correct answer is that all other colours scatter away except red.

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Question 29archived

What is the main purpose of white blood corpuscles?

  1. A
    To carry nutrients
  2. B
    To combat infection
  3. C
    To carry oxygen
  4. D
    To clot blood
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B. To combat infection

The primary function of white blood cells (white blood corpuscles) is to combat infection. They play a crucial role in the immune system by defending the body against pathogens. Therefore, the correct answer is to combat infection.

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Question 30archived

The layer where the decrease in temperature with increasing altitude is totally absent is

  1. A
    Troposphere
  2. B
    Ionosphere
  3. C
    Stratosphere
  4. D
    Mesosphere
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C. Stratosphere

The Stratosphere is the layer where the decrease in temperature with increasing altitude is totally absent. In this layer, the temperature increases with altitude due to the absorption of ultraviolet radiation by the ozone layer. Therefore, the correct answer is Stratosphere.

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Question 31archived

At hill stations, the boiling point of water will be

  1. A
    same as at sea level
  2. B
    less than that at sea level
  3. C
    more than that at sea level
  4. D
    equal to the melting point of ice
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B. less than that at sea level

At hill stations, the atmospheric pressure is lower, causing the boiling point of water to be lower than that at sea level. Therefore, the correct answer is less than that at sea level.

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Question 32archived

Gandhiji's 'Satyagraha' meant an attachment to the following two elements

  1. A
    Knowledge and religion
  2. B
    Truth and non-violence
  3. C
    Truth and chastity
  4. D
    Love of motherland and hate for colonial masters
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B. Truth and non-violence

Gandhi's concept of 'Satyagraha' was primarily based on Truth and non-violence. Therefore, the correct answer is Truth and non-violence.

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Question 33archived

What do you mean by 'Density of Population'?

  1. A
    Ratio of people living below poverty line to total population
  2. B
    Number of persons live per square kilometre
  3. C
    Number of persons in a city
  4. D
    Number of persons living per kilometre
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B. Number of persons live per square kilometre

Density of population refers to the number of persons living per square kilometre. It is a measure of population concentration in an area. Therefore, the correct answer is Number of persons live per square kilometre.

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Question 34archived

Which of the following is not a feature of a capitalist economy?

  1. A
    Right to private property
  2. B
    Service motive
  3. C
    Existence of competition
  4. D
    Freedom of choice to consumers
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B. Service motive

A capitalist economy is characterized by the right to private property, existence of competition, and freedom of choice to consumers. The correct answer is Service motive, as capitalist economies are profit-driven rather than service-oriented.

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Question 35archived

Sunita Williams is a

  1. A
    Astronaut
  2. B
    Missile scientist
  3. C
    Nuclear scientist
  4. D
    Astro physicist
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A. Astronaut

Sunita Williams is an astronaut. Therefore, the correct answer is Astronaut.

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Question 36archived

Who is the writer of the famous book 'Kabuliwala'?

  1. A
    Bankim Chandra Chatterjee
  2. B
    Ravindra Nath Tagore
  3. C
    Munshi Prem Chand
  4. D
    Khan Abdul Gaffar Khan
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B. Ravindra Nath Tagore

'Kabuliwala' was written by Rabindranath Tagore. Therefore, the correct answer is Ravindra Nath Tagore.

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Question 37archived

The term 'bully' is connected with which sport?

  1. A
    Cricket
  2. B
    Hockey
  3. C
    Badminton
  4. D
    Tennis
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B. Hockey

The term 'bully' is used in Hockey. It refers to the method of starting play at the beginning of a game or after a goal is scored. Therefore, the correct answer is Hockey.

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Question 38archived

Who amongst the following Wrestlers has been the recipient of the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award?

  1. A
    Vijender Singh
  2. B
    Sushil Kumar
  3. C
    Anand Kumar Singh
  4. D
    Zoravar Singh Faujdaar
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B. Sushil Kumar

Sushil Kumar, the famous Indian wrestler, has been awarded the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award. Therefore, the correct answer is Sushil Kumar.

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Question 39archived

Siderosis is a disease caused by the inhalation of

  1. A
    Silica dust
  2. B
    Iron dust
  3. C
    Zinc dust
  4. D
    Coal dust
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B. Iron dust

Siderosis is a disease caused by the inhalation of iron dust, commonly found in industries involving iron and steel. Therefore, the correct answer is Iron dust.

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Question 40archived

The term 'Doab' means

  1. A
    A land between two mountains
  2. B
    A land between two lakes
  3. C
    A land between two rivers
  4. D
    A land between two seas
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C. A land between two rivers

'Doab' refers to a tract of land between two rivers. Therefore, the correct answer is a land between two rivers.

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Question 41archived

Which of the following is used as anaesthetics?

  1. A
    N2
  2. B
    N2O
  3. C
    CH4
  4. D
    CO2
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B. N2O

Nitrous oxide (N2O) is commonly used as an anaesthetic. It is a colorless, non-flammable gas with a slightly sweet odor and taste. Therefore, the correct answer is N2O.

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Question 42archived

Clove is obtained from

  1. A
    Root
  2. B
    Stem
  3. C
    Leaves
  4. D
    Flower buds
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D. Flower buds

Clove is obtained from the flower buds of the clove tree. These buds are harvested before they open, and then dried to form the spice known as clove. Therefore, the correct answer is Flower buds.

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Question 43archived

What is Dakshin Gangotri?

  1. A
    River valley in Andhra Pradesh
  2. B
    Unmanned station located in Antarctica
  3. C
    Second source of River Ganga
  4. D
    Island in the Indian Ocean
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B. Unmanned station located in Antarctica

Dakshin Gangotri is an unmanned station located in Antarctica, which was established as part of India's Antarctic research program. Therefore, the correct answer is Unmanned station located in Antarctica.

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Question 44archived

Japan is called the 'Land of the rising sun' because

  1. A
    Sun rises there as soon as it sets
  2. B
    Sun always remains in the eastern part of the sky throughout the day in Japan
  3. C
    Japan being the Eastern most country in the world, it has the earliest sunrise
  4. D
    The sun gets reflected from the waters of the sea and make the sunrise beautiful in Japan
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C. Japan being the Eastern most country in the world, it has the earliest sunrise

Japan is called the 'Land of the Rising Sun' because it is the easternmost country in the world and has the earliest sunrise. Therefore, the correct answer is Japan being the Eastern most country in the world, it has the earliest sunrise.

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Question 45archived

Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?

  1. A
    Paul Canning
  2. B
    Captain William Hawkins
  3. C
    William Edward
  4. D
    Ralph Fitch
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B. Captain William Hawkins

Captain William Hawkins was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign. Therefore, the correct answer is Captain William Hawkins.

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Question 46archived

The 'Narmada Water Dispute Tribunal' was constituted to resolve the water sharing between

  1. A
    Gujarat and Rajasthan
  2. B
    Gujarat and Maharashtra
  3. C
    Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh
  4. D
    Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh
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C. Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh

The 'Narmada Water Dispute Tribunal' was constituted to resolve the water sharing between Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh. Therefore, the correct answer is Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh.

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Question 47archived

In which way the President can assign any of the functions of the Union Government to the State Government?

  1. A
    In his discretion
  2. B
    In consultation with the Chief Justice of India
  3. C
    In consultation with the State Government
  4. D
    In consultation with the Governor of the State
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C. In consultation with the State Government

The President can assign any of the functions of the Union Government to the State Government in consultation with the State Government. Therefore, the correct answer is In consultation with the State Government.

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Question 48archived

Where is the Indian National Rail Museum situated?

  1. A
    Delhi
  2. B
    Uttar Pradesh
  3. C
    Punjab
  4. D
    Himachal Pradesh
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A. Delhi

The Indian National Rail Museum is located in Delhi, the capital of India. Therefore, the correct answer is Delhi.

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Question 49archived

Which of the following is not true about Ajanta Caves?

  1. A
    They are in Maharashtra
  2. B
    They are decorated with Buddhist Art
  3. C
    They depict the techniques used in Ancient India
  4. D
    They do not contain paintings of flora and fauna
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C. They depict the techniques used in Ancient India

The Ajanta Caves are known for their Buddhist art and the depiction of scenes from the life of Buddha. They also contain paintings of flora and fauna, making Option 3 the incorrect statement. Therefore, the correct answer is They do not contain paintings of flora and fauna.

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Question 50archived

Who was the founder of Arya Samaj?

  1. A
    Acharya Narendra Dev
  2. B
    Dayanand Saraswati
  3. C
    Raja Ram Mohan Roy
  4. D
    Acharya Vinoba Bhave
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B. Dayanand Saraswati

The founder of Arya Samaj was Dayanand Saraswati, who was a prominent social and religious reformer. Therefore, the correct answer is Dayanand Saraswati.

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Question 51archived

A, B and C can work together for Rs. 550/- A and B together are to do 7/11 of the work. The share of C should be?

  1. A
    Rs. 200
  2. B
    Rs. 300
  3. C
    Rs. 400
  4. D
    Rs. 450
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A. Rs. 200

If A and B together do 7/11 of the work, then C must do the remaining 4/11 of the work. The total payment is Rs. 550. C’s share will be (4/11) * 550 = Rs. 200.

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Question 52archived

In Δ ABC, the height CD intersects AB at D. The midpoints of AB and BC are P and Q respectively. If AD = 8 cm and CD = 6 cm, then the length of PQ is?

  1. A
    3 cm
  2. B
    7 cm
  3. C
    9 cm
  4. D
    5 cm
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D. 5 cm

In this case, since P and Q are midpoints of AB and BC, the segment PQ will be parallel to CD, and its length will be half of CD. Therefore, PQ = 6 cm.

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Question 53archived

The price of a chair is Rs. 500. It has been sold at two successive discounts of 10% each. What is its selling price?

  1. A
    Rs. 405
  2. B
    Rs. 400
  3. C
    Rs. 415
  4. D
    Rs. 425
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A. Rs. 405

First, apply the first 10% discount: 500 - 10% = 500 - 50 = Rs. 450. Then apply the second 10% discount: 450 - 10% = 450 - 45 = Rs. 405. Therefore, the selling price is Rs. 405.

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Question 54archived

The percent profit made when an article is sold for Rs. 78 is twice as much as when it is sold for Rs. 69. The cost price of the article is?

  1. A
    Rs. 60
  2. B
    Rs. 51
  3. C
    Rs. 55.50
  4. D
    Rs. 70
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A. Rs. 60

Let the cost price be x. The profit when sold for Rs. 78 is (78 - x) and when sold for Rs. 69 is (69 - x). The first profit is twice the second, so (78 - x) = 2(69 - x). Solving for x, we get x = Rs. 60.

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Question 55archived

In a Village panchayat society 574 names are enlisted as 'below poverty level'. If 14% of the villagers are below poverty level, the total number of villagers is?

  1. A
    4100
  2. B
    4200
  3. C
    4000
  4. D
    3800
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A. 4100

If 14% of the villagers are below poverty level, then 14% of the total number of villagers is 574. Let the total number of villagers be x. Therefore, 0.14x = 574, which gives x = 4100.

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Question 56archived

A train 240 meters in length crosses a telegraph post in 16 seconds. The speed of the train is?

  1. A
    50 Km/hr
  2. B
    52 Km/hr
  3. C
    54 Km/hr
  4. D
    55 Km/hr
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C. 54 Km/hr

Speed = Distance / Time. The distance covered by the train is 240 meters, and the time taken is 16 seconds. Converting the speed to km/hr: (240 / 16) * 18/5 = 54 km/hr.

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Question 57archived

If a² + 1 = a, then the value of a³ is?

  1. A
    -1
  2. B
    1
  3. C
    0
  4. D
    2
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A. -1

If x² + 1 = a³, then the value of a³ is 1 when x = 0. Therefore, the correct answer is 0.

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Question 58archived

If x + 3y = -3x + y, then x² / 2y² is equal to?

  1. A
    ¼
  2. B
    1/2
  3. C
    1/8
  4. D
    4
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C. 1/8

Solve for x and y in the equation x + 3y = -3x + y, then substitute the values into the expression x² / 2y² to get the result as 1/4.

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Question 59archived

From an external point two tangents to a circle are drawn. The chord passing through the points of contact subtends an angle 72° at the centre. The angle between the tangents is?

  1. A
    36°
  2. B
    72°
  3. C
    108°
  4. D
    144°
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C. 108°

The angle between the two tangents is twice the angle subtended by the chord at the centre. Therefore, the angle between the tangents is 2 * 72° = 144°, and the correct answer is 108°.

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Question 60archived

Length of three line segments is given. Is construction of a triangle possible with the segments in the given cases?

  1. A
    8 cm, 7 cm, 18 cm
  2. B
    8 cm, 15 cm, 17 cm
  3. C
    10 cm, 6 cm, 4 cm
  4. D
    8 cm, 10 cm, 20 cm
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B. 8 cm, 15 cm, 17 cm

The sum of the lengths of any two sides of a triangle must be greater than the length of the third side. Only the segments 8 cm, 15 cm, and 17 cm satisfy this condition. Therefore, the correct answer is 8 cm, 15 cm, 17 cm.

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Question 61archived

If sinθ + cosecθ = 2, then the value of sin-7θ + cosec7θ is?

  1. A
    27
  2. B
    2
  3. C
    2-7
  4. D
    2-1
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B. 2

From the given equation sinθ + cosecθ = 2, it can be derived that sin²θ + cosec²θ = 2² = 4.

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Question 62archived

A man has some hens and some cows. If the total number of heads of hens and cows together is 50 and the number of feet of hens and cows together is 142, then the number of cows is?

  1. A
    21
  2. B
    25
  3. C
    27
  4. D
    29
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A. 21

The total number of heads of hens and cows is 50, and the total number of feet is 142. Let the number of hens be x, and the number of cows be y. Solving the system of equations gives y = 21, which is the number of cows.

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Question 63archived

In a class, average height of all students is 'a' cms. Among them, average height of 10 students is 'b' cms and the average height of the remaining students is 'c' cms. Find the number of students in the class. (Here a>c and b>c)

  1. A
    (a(b-c))/(a-c)
  2. B
    ((b-c))/((a-c))
  3. C
    (b-c)/(10(a-c))
  4. D
    (10(b-c))/(a-c)
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D. (10(b-c))/(a-c)

The total number of students in the class is given by the formula (10(b-c))/(a-c), where b is the average height of 10 students and c is the average height of the remaining students.

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Question 64archived

The simplified value of 3√7/(√5 + √2) + 5√5 / (√2 + √7) + 2√2/ (√7+√5) is?

  1. A
    0
  2. B
    1
  3. C
    5
  4. D
    6
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A. 0

The simplified value of this expression is 0 after rationalizing and simplifying the square roots.

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Question 65archived

If (a+b-6)² + a² + b² + 1 + 2b = 2ab + 2a, then the value of a is?

  1. A
    7
  2. B
    6
  3. C
    3.5
  4. D
    2.5
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C. 3.5

By solving the equation, the value of 'a' comes out to be 3.5. Therefore, the correct answer is 3.5.

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Question 66archived

Two circles of radii 17 cm and 8 cm are concentric. The length of a chord of greater circle which touches the smaller circle is?

  1. A
    15 cm
  2. B
    16 cm
  3. C
    30 cm
  4. D
    34 cm
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C. 30 cm

The length of the chord of the greater circle that touches the smaller circle is 30 cm. This can be found using geometry of concentric circles.

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Question 67archived

The least six digit number which is a perfect square is?

  1. A
    100489
  2. B
    100000
  3. C
    100256
  4. D
    100225
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A. 100489

The least six-digit perfect square is 100489. It is the square of 317.

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Question 68archived

The percentage change of a number when it is first decreased by 10% and then increased by 10% is?

  1. A
    0.1% increase
  2. B
    0.1% decrease
  3. C
    1% decrease
  4. D
    No change
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C. 1% decrease

When a number is decreased by 10% and then increased by 10%, the net effect is a 1% decrease, not 0%. Therefore, the correct answer is 1% decrease.

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Question 69archived

Find the angular elevation of the Sun when the shadow of a 15m long pole is 15√3 metres?

  1. A
    45°
  2. B
    60°
  3. C
    30°
  4. D
    90°
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B. 60°

The angular elevation can be found using trigonometry. Given the height and length of the shadow, the angle is 60°. Therefore, the correct answer is 60°.

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Question 70archived

If 2y cosθ = x sinθ and 2x secθ - y cosecθ = 3, then what is the value of x² + 4y²?

  1. A
    5
  2. B
    1
  3. C
    2
  4. D
    4
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D. 4

By solving the given equations, we can find that the value of x² + 4y² is 4. Therefore, the correct answer is 4.

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Question 71archived

The difference between compound interest and simple interest on an amount of Rs. 15,000 for 2 years is Rs. 96. The rate of interest per annum is?

  1. A
    6%
  2. B
    7%
  3. C
    8%
  4. D
    9%
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C. 8%

The difference between compound interest and simple interest for 2 years can be calculated, and the rate of interest per annum comes out to be 8%. Therefore, the correct answer is 8%.

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Question 72archived

In the given Pie-chart, the comparative study of the production of Rice, Wheat, Sugar, and Tea of a country is given. Study the Pie-Chart and answer the following question.

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  1. A
    4:5
  2. B
    5:4
  3. C
    6:1
  4. D
    1:6
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A. 4:5

The sum of wheat (30%) and sugar (10%) production is 40%, and the difference in the production of rice (55%) and tea (5%) is 50%. The ratio is 40:50, which simplifies to 4:5.

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Question 73archived

In the given Pie-chart, the comparative study of the production of Rice, Wheat, Sugar, and Tea of a country is given. Study the Pie-Chart and answer the following question. The production of rice and tea is more/greater than production of wheat by?

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  1. A
    50%
  2. B
    100%
  3. C
    75%
  4. D
    66.6%
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B. 100%

The combined production of rice (55%) and tea (5%) is 60%, which is 100% greater than wheat production (30%).

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Question 74archived

In the given Pie-chart, the comparative study of the production of Rice, Wheat, Sugar, and Tea of a country is given. Study the Pie-Chart and answer the following question. The Central angle of Wheat % is?

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  1. A
    48°
  2. B
    98°
  3. C
    110°
  4. D
    108°
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D. 108°

Wheat constitutes 30% of the total production, so the central angle for wheat is 30% of 360°, which equals 108°.

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Question 75archived

In the given Pie-chart, the comparative study of the production of Rice, Wheat, Sugar, and Tea of a country is given. Study the Pie-Chart and answer the following question. The total production of Rice, Wheat, Sugar, and Tea in the country is 500000 Kgs. The production of Rice in the country is?

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  1. A
    175000 Kg
  2. B
    395000 Kg
  3. C
    275000 Kg
  4. D
    27500 Kg
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C. 275000 Kg

Rice constitutes 55% of the total production, so the amount of rice produced is 55% of 500000, which equals 275000 Kg.

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Question 76archived

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word and click the button corresponding to it. CONTRABAND

  1. A
    BURGLED
  2. B
    SMUGGLED
  3. C
    BAFFLED
  4. D
    JUGGLED
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B. SMUGGLED

Contraband refers to goods that are smuggled or illegally traded. Therefore, the correct answer is SMUGGLED.

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Question 77archived

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word and click the button corresponding to it. LENIENT

  1. A
    STRICT
  2. B
    SOLID
  3. C
    FORGIVING
  4. D
    STOIC
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A. STRICT

Lenient means permissive or easy-going, and the opposite of lenient is STRICT. Therefore, the correct answer is STRICT.

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Question 78archived

Four words are given, out of which only one word is spelt correctly. Choose the correctly spelt word and click the button corresponding to it.

  1. A
    Scarcly
  2. B
    Scarcily
  3. C
    Scarcity
  4. D
    Scarcity
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D. Scarcity

The correctly spelled word is "Scarcity". Therefore, the correct answer is Scarcity.

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Question 79archived

In the following questions, one part of the sentence may have an error. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and click the button corresponding to it. If the sentence is free from error, click the "No error" option. He was(A) very kind enough (B) to invite me (C) / No Error(D).

  1. A
    A
  2. B
    B
  3. C
    C
  4. D
    D
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B. B

The error is in part (B). "Very kind enough" is incorrect; it should be "kind enough" without the word "very".

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Question 80archived

In the following questions, one part of the sentence may have an error. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and click the button corresponding to it. If the sentence is free from error, click the "No error" option. Police reports claim that (A) / substantial seizure of cocaine have been made (B) / in the last two months. (C) / No Error (D).

  1. A
    A
  2. B
    B
  3. C
    C
  4. D
    D
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B. B

The error is in part (B). It should be "has been made" instead of "have been made" since the subject "seizure" is singular.

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Question 81archived

In the following questions, one part of the sentence may have an error. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and click the button corresponding to it. If the sentence is free from error, click the "No error" option. Every conceivable race and nationality (A) had its shared of suffering (B) in the world wars (C)/No Error(D).

  1. A
    A
  2. B
    B
  3. C
    C
  4. D
    D
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B. B

The error is in part (B). "its shared" should be "its share". Hence, the correct answer is part B.

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Question 82archived

The sentences given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it. She __________ him angrily because he made the floor dirty with his muddy shoes.

  1. A
    scold
  2. B
    scolds
  3. C
    scolded
  4. D
    scolding
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C. scolded

The correct word here is "scolded" as it is the past tense. Therefore, the correct answer is scolded.

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Question 83archived

The sentences given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it. He walked along the road wondering what __________ happened and where all the people had gone.

  1. A
    had
  2. B
    has
  3. C
    have
  4. D
    it
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A. had

The correct form of the verb is "had" as it refers to a past event. Therefore, the correct answer is had.

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Question 84archived

The sentences given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it. The criminal was __________ lest he should escape.

  1. A
    feted
  2. B
    fettered
  3. C
    fetted
  4. D
    feted
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B. fettered

The correct word is "fettered," meaning restrained or bound. Therefore, the correct answer is fettered.

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Question 85archived

In each of the questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and click the button corresponding to it. Drive home

  1. A
    Find one's roots
  2. B
    Emphasize
  3. C
    Refer
  4. D
    Draw
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B. Emphasize

The phrase "drive home" means to emphasize something. Therefore, the correct answer is Emphasize.

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Question 86archived

In each of the questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and click the button corresponding to it. To end in smoke

  1. A
    End without any practical result
  2. B
    End with positive result
  3. C
    Die in a burning house
  4. D
    Risk everything in a single venture
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A. End without any practical result

The idiom "to end in smoke" means to end without any practical result. Therefore, the correct answer is End without any practical result.

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Question 87archived

In each of the questions, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and click the button corresponding to it. A left handed compliment

  1. A
    A subtle rebuke
  2. B
    Wholesome praise
  3. C
    An ambiguous compliment
  4. D
    A mild compliment
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C. An ambiguous compliment

A "left handed compliment" refers to an ambiguous or insincere compliment. Therefore, the correct answer is An ambiguous compliment.

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Question 88archived

Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences and click the button corresponding to it. Experts who scientifically study insects

  1. A
    Gerontologists
  2. B
    Pathologists
  3. C
    Entomologists
  4. D
    Ornithologists
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C. Entomologists

Experts who scientifically study insects are called Entomologists. Therefore, the correct answer is Entomologists.

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Question 89archived

Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences and click the button corresponding to it. One who pretends to be what he is not

  1. A
    Hypocrite
  2. B
    Pessimist
  3. C
    Optimist
  4. D
    Infallible
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A. Hypocrite

One who pretends to be what he is not is called a Hypocrite. Therefore, the correct answer is Hypocrite.

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Question 90archived

A paper/story/poem first written out by hand

  1. A
    Handicraft
  2. B
    Manuscript
  3. C
    Handiwork
  4. D
    Thesis
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B. Manuscript

The correct word to describe a paper, story, or poem first written out by hand is Manuscript. A manuscript refers to any document that is handwritten rather than typed or printed. Other options like "Handicraft" or "Handiwork" relate to manual artistic work, and "Thesis" refers to a scholarly paper, which may or may not be handwritten.

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Question 91archived

The interview _______ by satellite from Hollywood.

  1. A
    came as live
  2. B
    came live
  3. C
    came up live
  4. D
    No improvement
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B. came live

The correct phrase is "came live". The other options are incorrect grammatically. Therefore, the correct answer is "came live".

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Question 92archived

There was little he could do to _______ his battered reputation.

  1. A
    salvage
  2. B
    wreck
  3. C
    destroy
  4. D
    No improvement
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A. salvage

The correct word here is "salvage," meaning to save something from harm. "Wreck" and "destroy" do not fit the context. Therefore, the correct answer is "salvage".

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Question 93archived

It is _______ too important to be made a joke of.

  1. A
    much
  2. B
    too many
  3. C
    very much
  4. D
    No improvement
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A. much

The correct phrase is "too much important". Other options are incorrect. Therefore, the correct answer is "much".

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Question 94archived

If he wants _______ further, help him to me.

  1. A
    further
  2. B
    much
  3. C
    best
  4. D
    No improvement
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A. further

The word "further" fits in this context to indicate more help. Therefore, the correct answer is "further".

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Question 95archived

He jumped _______ the lake.

  1. A
    in
  2. B
    into
  3. C
    onto
  4. D
    No improvement
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B. into

The correct phrase is "jumped into the lake" as it shows movement inside the lake. Therefore, the correct answer is "into".

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Question 96archived

Mandarin Chinese is spoken by _______ people.

  1. A
    little
  2. B
    few
  3. C
    many
  4. D
    big
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C. many

Mandarin Chinese is spoken by many people, making the correct choice "many". Therefore, the correct answer is "many".

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Question 97archived

A person who is good at foreign languages is known as

  1. A
    Virtuous
  2. B
    Linguist
  3. C
    Ventriologist
  4. D
    Scholar
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B. Linguist

A person skilled in foreign languages is known as a Linguist. Therefore, the correct answer is "Linguist".

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Question 98archived

_________ are regional variations of a language.

  1. A
    English
  2. B
    Mandarin Chinese
  3. C
    Home language
  4. D
    Dialects
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D. Dialects

Dialects are the regional variations of a language. Therefore, the correct answer is "Dialects".

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Question 99archived

English also included French words ________ the Norman Conquest.

  1. A
    after
  2. B
    prior
  3. C
    before
  4. D
    during
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A. after

English included French words after the Norman Conquest. Therefore, the correct answer is "after".

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Question 100archived

_________ is part of a Germanic language.

  1. A
    Britain
  2. B
    Anglo-Saxons
  3. C
    English
  4. D
    Roman Empire
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C. English

English is part of the Germanic language family. Therefore, the correct answer is "English".

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