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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.
MASTICATECorrect(a) Masticate (Verb) = to chew food
Incorrect(a) Masticate (Verb) = to chew food
- 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.
FEROCIOUSCorrect(a) Ferocious (Adjective) = very aggressive or violent; very strong; savage.
Mild (Adjective) = non-violent; not severe or strong.
Look at the sentences :
He is a man driven by ferocious determination.
It is safe to take a mild sedative.Incorrect(a) Ferocious (Adjective) = very aggressive or violent; very strong; savage.
Mild (Adjective) = non-violent; not severe or strong.
Look at the sentences :
He is a man driven by ferocious determination.
It is safe to take a mild sedative. - 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.
Correct(a) Alleviate (Verb) = to make something less severe; ease.
Incorrect(a) Alleviate (Verb) = to make something less severe; ease.
- 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. The reason Janet came dressed (1) / as Lady Gaga was because she’d been told (2) / it was a costume party (3) / No error (4).
Correct(b) Here, replace ‘because’ with ‘that’.
Hence, as Lady Gaga was that she had been told should be used.Incorrect(b) Here, replace ‘because’ with ‘that’.
Hence, as Lady Gaga was that she had been told should be used. - 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. The path to (1) / the famous church passes (2) / through a forest (3) / No error (4).
CorrectIncorrect - 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. A first European sailor (1) / who came to India (2) / was Vasco-da-Gama (3) / No error (4).
Correct(a) Article ‘the’ is used before an ordinal number.
Hence, the first European sailor should be used.Incorrect(a) Article ‘the’ is used before an ordinal number.
Hence, the first European sailor should be used. - Question 7 of 25
7. Question
In the following questions, 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. Legislation was passed to punish brokers who ………their client’s funds.
Correct(c) Defalcate (Verb) = to misuse or misappropriate property; embezzle.
Incorrect(c) Defalcate (Verb) = to misuse or misappropriate property; embezzle.
- Question 8 of 25
8. Question
In the following questions, 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. His father was……… the same business.
Correct(b) Engaged in = busy doing something.
Incorrect(b) Engaged in = busy doing something.
- Question 9 of 25
9. Question
In the following questions, 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. It is due to this lethargy that the plan fell ………
Correct(c) Fall through = to not be completed or not happen.
Incorrect(c) Fall through = to not be completed or not happen.
- 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. Bad blood
Correct(c) Bad blood = feelings of hatred or strong dislike; enmity.
Incorrect(c) Bad blood = feelings of hatred or strong dislike; enmity.
- 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. To beat about the bush
Correct(d) To beat about the bush = to talk about something for a long time without coming to the main point.
Incorrect(d) To beat about the bush = to talk about something for a long time without coming to the main point.
- 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. Maiden speech
Correct(b) Maiden speech = the first speech made by an MP in the parliaments of some countries.
Incorrect(b) Maiden speech = the first speech made by an MP in the parliaments of some countries.
- Question 13 of 25
13. Question
In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences.
13. A place where money is coined.
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14. Question
In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences.
14. The process by means of which plants and animals breathe.
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15. Question
In the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences.
15. One who sneers at the aims and beliefs of his fellow men.
CorrectIncorrect - 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. He started at the (bottom rung of the ladder) and then gained success.
CorrectIncorrect - 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. The judge (gave) the verdict against the Government.
Correct(a) Pronounce (Verb) = to give a judgement in court for or against somebody.
Incorrect(a) Pronounce (Verb) = to give a judgement in court for or against somebody.
- 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 fire service personnel (put off) the fire with much difficulty.
Correct(b) Put out = to stop something from burning. Put off = postpone; delay.
Incorrect(b) Put out = to stop something from burning. Put off = postpone; delay.
- 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 has the irritating habit of (playing his own trumpet) all the time.
Correct(a) Blow your own trumpet = to praise your own abilities and achievements; boast.
Incorrect(a) Blow your own trumpet = to praise your own abilities and achievements; boast.
- 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. His illness means he must resign his chairmanship (impromptu. )
Correct(b) Forthwith = immediately; at once.
Impromptu = done without preparation or planning.Incorrect(b) Forthwith = immediately; at once.
Impromptu = done without preparation or planning. - Question 21 of 25
21. Question
There is a growing parallel between India and Europe in terms of language policy and challenges of maintaining a balance between regional languages, minority languages and the rising demand for English.
The EU’s language policy promotes multinationals and the idea that every EU citizen should learn and speak at least two foreign languages in addition to their mother tongue. In practice, the foreign language curriculum in European countries is dominated now by the need to learn English. So the defacto policy is that children should, in addition to the language of their member state, learn English and one other European language. English has become not only the language of business across Europe, but also the corporate language of many French, German, Dutch and Spanish enterprises.
The trend across Europe is for schools to begin teaching English in Class I, treating it as a basic skill rather than a foreign language. This trend began in earnest only after 2000. However, the methods to teach English are diverse-an increasingly popular trend is towards bilingual schools, which teach through more than one language medium.21. There is a parallel between India and Europe as regards
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22. Question
There is a growing parallel between India and Europe in terms of language policy and challenges of maintaining a balance between regional languages, minority languages and the rising demand for English.
The EU’s language policy promotes multinationals and the idea that every EU citizen should learn and speak at least two foreign languages in addition to their mother tongue. In practice, the foreign language curriculum in European countries is dominated now by the need to learn English. So the defacto policy is that children should, in addition to the language of their member state, learn English and one other European language. English has become not only the language of business across Europe, but also the corporate language of many French, German, Dutch and Spanish enterprises.
The trend across Europe is for schools to begin teaching English in Class I, treating it as a basic skill rather than a foreign language. This trend began in earnest only after 2000. However, the methods to teach English are diverse-an increasingly popular trend is towards bilingual schools, which teach through more than one language medium.22. According to the passage, the foreign language policy in the EU aims to foster.
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23. Question
There is a growing parallel between India and Europe in terms of language policy and challenges of maintaining a balance between regional languages, minority languages and the rising demand for English.
The EU’s language policy promotes multinationals and the idea that every EU citizen should learn and speak at least two foreign languages in addition to their mother tongue. In practice, the foreign language curriculum in European countries is dominated now by the need to learn English. So the defacto policy is that children should, in addition to the language of their member state, learn English and one other European language. English has become not only the language of business across Europe, but also the corporate language of many French, German, Dutch and Spanish enterprises.
The trend across Europe is for schools to begin teaching English in Class I, treating it as a basic skill rather than a foreign language. This trend began in earnest only after 2000. However, the methods to teach English are diverse-an increasingly popular trend is towards bilingual schools, which teach through more than one language medium.23. The passage says that the rising demand for English in the EU is because of
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24. Question
There is a growing parallel between India and Europe in terms of language policy and challenges of maintaining a balance between regional languages, minority languages and the rising demand for English.
The EU’s language policy promotes multinationals and the idea that every EU citizen should learn and speak at least two foreign languages in addition to their mother tongue. In practice, the foreign language curriculum in European countries is dominated now by the need to learn English. So the defacto policy is that children should, in addition to the language of their member state, learn English and one other European language. English has become not only the language of business across Europe, but also the corporate language of many French, German, Dutch and Spanish enterprises.
The trend across Europe is for schools to begin teaching English in Class I, treating it as a basic skill rather than a foreign language. This trend began in earnest only after 2000. However, the methods to teach English are diverse-an increasingly popular trend is towards bilingual schools, which teach through more than one language medium.24. EU schools regard English as
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25. Question
There is a growing parallel between India and Europe in terms of language policy and challenges of maintaining a balance between regional languages, minority languages and the rising demand for English.
The EU’s language policy promotes multinationals and the idea that every EU citizen should learn and speak at least two foreign languages in addition to their mother tongue. In practice, the foreign language curriculum in European countries is dominated now by the need to learn English. So the defacto policy is that children should, in addition to the language of their member state, learn English and one other European language. English has become not only the language of business across Europe, but also the corporate language of many French, German, Dutch and Spanish enterprises.
The trend across Europe is for schools to begin teaching English in Class I, treating it as a basic skill rather than a foreign language. This trend began in earnest only after 2000. However, the methods to teach English are diverse-an increasingly popular trend is towards bilingual schools, which teach through more than one language medium.25. In Europe the usual pattern is that
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