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Question 1 of 25
1. Question
1. In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
OBSEQUIOUSCorrect
(c) Obsequious (Adjective) = obedient or attentive to an excessive degree; servile; sycophantic; subservient.
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(c) Obsequious (Adjective) = obedient or attentive to an excessive degree; servile; sycophantic; subservient.
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Question 2 of 25
2. Question
2. In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word.
RUGGEDCorrect
(c) Rugged (Adjective) = having a broken, rocky or uneven surface; rough; irregular.
Smooth (Adjective) = even; not rough; regular; level; flat.Incorrect
(c) Rugged (Adjective) = having a broken, rocky or uneven surface; rough; irregular.
Smooth (Adjective) = even; not rough; regular; level; flat. -
Question 3 of 25
3. Question
3. Four words are given, out of which only one word is spelt correctly. Choose the correctly spelt word.
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(a) Counterfeit (Adjective) = made in exact imitation of something valuable; fake; forged.
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(a) Counterfeit (Adjective) = made in exact imitation of something valuable; fake; forged.
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Question 4 of 25
4. Question
In the following questions, one part of the sentence may have an error. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and choose the option corresponding to it. If the sentence is free from error, choose the “No error” option.
4. When the stranger saw me, (1)/ he seemed to recognise me (2)/ and asked me what was my name. (3)/ No Error (4)
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(c) In Indirect Speech Interrogative sentence is changed into Assertive.
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(c) In Indirect Speech Interrogative sentence is changed into Assertive.
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Question 5 of 25
5. Question
In the following questions, one part of the sentence may have an error. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and choose the option corresponding to it. If the sentence is free from error, choose the “No error” option.
5. My lawn (1)/ which is overgrown (2)/ needs weeding (3)/ No Error (4)
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Question 6 of 25
6. Question
In the following questions, one part of the sentence may have an error. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and choose the option corresponding to it. If the sentence is free from error, choose the “No error” option.
6. Every man in this world (1)/ wishes to live long (2)/ but nobody wanted to grow old. (3)/ No Error (4)
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Question 7 of 25
7. Question
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.
7. One should always set ………some money for emergency.
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(c) As the generality of the sentence suggests, Present Simple should be used here. Hence, but nobody wants to grow old should be used here.
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(c) As the generality of the sentence suggests, Present Simple should be used here. Hence, but nobody wants to grow old should be used here.
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Question 8 of 25
8. Question
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.
8. The train is expected to arrive in a few minutes ………platform six.
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(a) Set aside = something that is saved and used for a particular purpose.
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(a) Set aside = something that is saved and used for a particular purpose.
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Question 9 of 25
9. Question
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.
9. I haven’t had ………opportunity to study during the day.
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Question 10 of 25
10. Question
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.
10. Cheek by jowl
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(a) Cheek by jowl = very close together; side by side
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(a) Cheek by jowl = very close together; side by side
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Question 11 of 25
11. Question
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.
11. Beyond the pale
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(a) Beyond the pale = outside the bounds of acceptable behaviour; improper; unreasonable; objectionable.
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(a) Beyond the pale = outside the bounds of acceptable behaviour; improper; unreasonable; objectionable.
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Question 12 of 25
12. Question
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.
12. Blow one’s own trumpet
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(c) Blow one’s own trumpet = talk boastfully about one’s achievements; sing one’s own praises.
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(c) Blow one’s own trumpet = talk boastfully about one’s achievements; sing one’s own praises.
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Question 13 of 25
13. Question
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences.
13. Shine with a bright but brief or irregular light
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Question 14 of 25
14. Question
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences.
14. The act of setting free from bondage of any kind
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Question 15 of 25
15. Question
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences.
15. A disease that affects a large number of people in an area at the same time
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Question 16 of 25
16. Question
In each of the following questions, a sentence/ a part of the sentence is printed in bracket. Four alternatives are given to the bracket part which will improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative corresponding to it. In case no improvement is needed, choose the alternative corresponding to “No improvement”.
16. Will you tell me (who did accompany you) to the airport?
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(c) Here, who accompanied you should be used. Will you …… interrogative.
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(c) Here, who accompanied you should be used. Will you …… interrogative.
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Question 17 of 25
17. Question
In each of the following questions, a sentence/ a part of the sentence is printed in bracket. Four alternatives are given to the bracket part which will improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative corresponding to it. In case no improvement is needed, choose the alternative corresponding to “No improvement”.
17. Navinder and his wife departed (for)London by Air India yesterday.
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Question 18 of 25
18. Question
In each of the following questions, a sentence/ a part of the sentence is printed in bracket. Four alternatives are given to the bracket part which will improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative corresponding to it. In case no improvement is needed, choose the alternative corresponding to “No improvement”.
18. The rain brought (more respite) from the heat.
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(a) Comparative degree is not needful here.
Respite = a short period of relief from something difficult or unpleasant.Incorrect
(a) Comparative degree is not needful here.
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Question 19 of 25
19. Question
In each of the following questions, a sentence/ a part of the sentence is printed in bracket. Four alternatives are given to the bracket part which will improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative corresponding to it. In case no improvement is needed, choose the alternative corresponding to “No improvement”.
19. He speaks (so fast to be understood. )
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(b) Look at the structure :
He is too weak to walk. Hence, too fast to be understood should be used.
He speaks so fast that it cannot be understood.Incorrect
(b) Look at the structure :
He is too weak to walk. Hence, too fast to be understood should be used.
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Question 20 of 25
20. Question
In each of the following questions, a sentence/ a part of the sentence is printed in bracket. Four alternatives are given to the bracket part which will improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative corresponding to it. In case no improvement is needed, choose the alternative corresponding to “No improvement”.
20. (I and my parents) live together.
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(b) Arrangement of persons = Second person, Third person and then First person (231) Hence, My parents and I ……should be used here.
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(b) Arrangement of persons = Second person, Third person and then First person (231) Hence, My parents and I ……should be used here.
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Question 21 of 25
21. Question
Most successful companies, institutions and organizations have mission statements. Most individuals don’t. As the Chief Executive Officer of your own life in the knowledge era, you need a laser like focus in your vision. You need a mission and a mission statement describing how you want to live, not just what you want to own; defining the person you want to become, not just the title you want to see on your door; outlining the knowledge you will receive, not just the degree you’ll earn or your next promotion.
I began the process this way : “To be aware of the uniqueness of my associates, clients, friends and family, and to treat that uniqueness with loving concern. I was created to lead myself and others to understand win-win relationships and how to use them to improve the lives of all persons with whom I come into contact.”
You, too, can frame your mission statement starting with your core values, working outward to your material desires and financial needs.21. What should a person’s mission statement begin with?
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Question 22 of 25
22. Question
Most successful companies, institutions and organizations have mission statements. Most individuals don’t. As the Chief Executive Officer of your own life in the knowledge era, you need a laser like focus in your vision. You need a mission and a mission statement describing how you want to live, not just what you want to own; defining the person you want to become, not just the title you want to see on your door; outlining the knowledge you will receive, not just the degree you’ll earn or your next promotion.
I began the process this way : “To be aware of the uniqueness of my associates, clients, friends and family, and to treat that uniqueness with loving concern. I was created to lead myself and others to understand win-win relationships and how to use them to improve the lives of all persons with whom I come into contact.”
You, too, can frame your mission statement starting with your core values, working outward to your material desires and financial needs.22. What is the narrator’s mission?
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Question 23 of 25
23. Question
Most successful companies, institutions and organizations have mission statements. Most individuals don’t. As the Chief Executive Officer of your own life in the knowledge era, you need a laser like focus in your vision. You need a mission and a mission statement describing how you want to live, not just what you want to own; defining the person you want to become, not just the title you want to see on your door; outlining the knowledge you will receive, not just the degree you’ll earn or your next promotion.
I began the process this way : “To be aware of the uniqueness of my associates, clients, friends and family, and to treat that uniqueness with loving concern. I was created to lead myself and others to understand win-win relationships and how to use them to improve the lives of all persons with whom I come into contact.”
You, too, can frame your mission statement starting with your core values, working outward to your material desires and financial needs.23. What does a ‘win-win’ relationship mean?
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Question 24 of 25
24. Question
Most successful companies, institutions and organizations have mission statements. Most individuals don’t. As the Chief Executive Officer of your own life in the knowledge era, you need a laser like focus in your vision. You need a mission and a mission statement describing how you want to live, not just what you want to own; defining the person you want to become, not just the title you want to see on your door; outlining the knowledge you will receive, not just the degree you’ll earn or your next promotion.
I began the process this way : “To be aware of the uniqueness of my associates, clients, friends and family, and to treat that uniqueness with loving concern. I was created to lead myself and others to understand win-win relationships and how to use them to improve the lives of all persons with whom I come into contact.”
You, too, can frame your mission statement starting with your core values, working outward to your material desires and financial needs.24. What are the suggested components of a ‘mission statement’?
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Question 25 of 25
25. Question
Most successful companies, institutions and organizations have mission statements. Most individuals don’t. As the Chief Executive Officer of your own life in the knowledge era, you need a laser like focus in your vision. You need a mission and a mission statement describing how you want to live, not just what you want to own; defining the person you want to become, not just the title you want to see on your door; outlining the knowledge you will receive, not just the degree you’ll earn or your next promotion.
I began the process this way : “To be aware of the uniqueness of my associates, clients, friends and family, and to treat that uniqueness with loving concern. I was created to lead myself and others to understand win-win relationships and how to use them to improve the lives of all persons with whom I come into contact.”
You, too, can frame your mission statement starting with your core values, working outward to your material desires and financial needs.25. Who is responsible for designing a personal mission?
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