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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. RATIONAL
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(d) Rational ( Adjective) = based on or in accordance with reason or logic; sensible; reasonable; intelligent; logical. Look at the sentence : I am sure there is a perfectly rational explanation of the issue.
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(d) Rational ( Adjective) = based on or in accordance with reason or logic; sensible; reasonable; intelligent; logical. Look at the sentence : I am sure there is a perfectly rational explanation of the issue.
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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. INTERIM
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(c) Interim (Adjective) = the intervening time; interval; interlude; intended to last for only a short time until something more permanent is found; provisional
Permanent ( Adjective) = lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely; perpetual.Incorrect
(c) Interim (Adjective) = the intervening time; interval; interlude; intended to last for only a short time until something more permanent is found; provisional
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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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(c) Relieve = to remove or reduce an unpleasant feeling or pain; alleviate
Other words are : brief (short), perceive (recognise); chief (main).Incorrect
(c) Relieve = to remove or reduce an unpleasant feeling or pain; alleviate
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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. The King Juan Carlos of Spain (1)/arrived in London today (2)/ for a three day visit. (3)/ No error (4)
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(a) The structure of subject will be : Juan Carlos, the king of Spain.
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(a) The structure of subject will be : Juan Carlos, the king of Spain.
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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. Many people die (1)/ with cholera (2)/ every year. (3)/ No error (4)
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(b) It is a preposition related error. Hence, of cholera …. should be used.
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(b) It is a preposition related error. Hence, of cholera …. should be used.
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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. I was (1)/ at loss (2)/ and did not know what to do. (3)/ No error (4)
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(b) At a loss = puzzled or uncertain what to think, say or do; baffled. Hence, at a loss should be used.
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(b) At a loss = puzzled or uncertain what to think, say or do; baffled. Hence, at a loss should be used.
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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. The king was moved with ……….for the beggar.
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(a) Pity (Noun) = the feeling of sorrow and compassion caused by the sufferings of others.
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(a) Pity (Noun) = the feeling of sorrow and compassion caused by the sufferings of others.
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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. A big dictionary……….the table near the door.
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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. Mr. Sen is absent today. He………. sick.
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(c) Might is used when showing that something is or was possible.
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(c) Might is used when showing that something is or was possible.
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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. Feather in one’s cap
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(b) Feather in one’s cap = an achievement to be proud of; a new and additional distinction.
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(b) Feather in one’s cap = an achievement to be proud of; a new and additional distinction.
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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. Donkey’s years
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(b) Donkey’s years = a very long time
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(b) Donkey’s years = a very long time
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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. Leave no stone unturned
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(a) Leave no stone unturned = to do everything you can to achieve a good result; try every possible way. Look at the sentence : He left no stone unturned in his search for his natural mother.
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(a) Leave no stone unturned = to do everything you can to achieve a good result; try every possible way. Look at the sentence : He left no stone unturned in his search for his natural mother.
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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. A child born after the death of father
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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. A person who completely abstains from alcohol
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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. One who is able to use both hands
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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. In case of a natural calamity the shortage of essential (things) must be overcome in a short time
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(a) Essential commodities = essential raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold.
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(a) Essential commodities = essential raw materials or primary agricultural products that can be bought and sold.
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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. She decided to go there, though her husband cautioned her (on) it
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(a) Caution agrees with preposition against.
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(a) Caution agrees with preposition against.
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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. I(am very much interested) in your story
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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( refused) the charge brought against him
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(c) Deny (Verb) = to say that something is not true. Refuse (Verb) = to say that you will not do something that somebody has asked you to do. Hence, denied …. should be used here.
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(c) Deny (Verb) = to say that something is not true. Refuse (Verb) = to say that you will not do something that somebody has asked you to do. Hence, denied …. should be used here.
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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. (Working hard) students always achieve good results
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(b) Industrious (Adjective) = working hard; busy; hardworking.
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(b) Industrious (Adjective) = working hard; busy; hardworking.
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Question 21 of 25
21. Question
Namita is from the state of Kerala. She has come to Dubai to serve as a governess for the only child of the Nairs. The Nairs are nice and gentle and Namita has no cause to complain. One day she overhears something that makes her jittery. Mr. Nair is not employed in an American company as she has been told. The nature of his business is illegal. She is shocked and wants to go back to her home town to her own people.
Gopal is from a very poor family. His family owns a very small piece of land that can hardly meet their food requirement. One day, Gopal gets a nice offer to work in the Emirates with a construction contractor. In order to meet the expenses on travelling, the family decides to sell their own land and send Gopal to the foreign country, to make money. On arrival, the contractor confiscates Gopal’s passport and gives him a small place to live in with ten others like him. Gopal has little idea what he must do.21. Which word from the ones given below, best describes Namita’s relationship with her employers in the beginning?
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Question 22 of 25
22. Question
Namita is from the state of Kerala. She has come to Dubai to serve as a governess for the only child of the Nairs. The Nairs are nice and gentle and Namita has no cause to complain. One day she overhears something that makes her jittery. Mr. Nair is not employed in an American company as she has been told. The nature of his business is illegal. She is shocked and wants to go back to her home town to her own people.
Gopal is from a very poor family. His family owns a very small piece of land that can hardly meet their food requirement. One day, Gopal gets a nice offer to work in the Emirates with a construction contractor. In order to meet the expenses on travelling, the family decides to sell their own land and send Gopal to the foreign country, to make money. On arrival, the contractor confiscates Gopal’s passport and gives him a small place to live in with ten others like him. Gopal has little idea what he must do.22. What does the phrase, ‘makes her jittery’ imply?
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Question 23 of 25
23. Question
Namita is from the state of Kerala. She has come to Dubai to serve as a governess for the only child of the Nairs. The Nairs are nice and gentle and Namita has no cause to complain. One day she overhears something that makes her jittery. Mr. Nair is not employed in an American company as she has been told. The nature of his business is illegal. She is shocked and wants to go back to her home town to her own people.
Gopal is from a very poor family. His family owns a very small piece of land that can hardly meet their food requirement. One day, Gopal gets a nice offer to work in the Emirates with a construction contractor. In order to meet the expenses on travelling, the family decides to sell their own land and send Gopal to the foreign country, to make money. On arrival, the contractor confiscates Gopal’s passport and gives him a small place to live in with ten others like him. Gopal has little idea what he must do.23. Namita and Gopal are in a similar situation, because they
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Question 24 of 25
24. Question
Namita is from the state of Kerala. She has come to Dubai to serve as a governess for the only child of the Nairs. The Nairs are nice and gentle and Namita has no cause to complain. One day she overhears something that makes her jittery. Mr. Nair is not employed in an American company as she has been told. The nature of his business is illegal. She is shocked and wants to go back to her home town to her own people.
Gopal is from a very poor family. His family owns a very small piece of land that can hardly meet their food requirement. One day, Gopal gets a nice offer to work in the Emirates with a construction contractor. In order to meet the expenses on travelling, the family decides to sell their own land and send Gopal to the foreign country, to make money. On arrival, the contractor confiscates Gopal’s passport and gives him a small place to live in with ten others like him. Gopal has little idea what he must do.24. Namita’s situation is better than that of Gopal, because she
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Question 25 of 25
25. Question
Namita is from the state of Kerala. She has come to Dubai to serve as a governess for the only child of the Nairs. The Nairs are nice and gentle and Namita has no cause to complain. One day she overhears something that makes her jittery. Mr. Nair is not employed in an American company as she has been told. The nature of his business is illegal. She is shocked and wants to go back to her home town to her own people.
Gopal is from a very poor family. His family owns a very small piece of land that can hardly meet their food requirement. One day, Gopal gets a nice offer to work in the Emirates with a construction contractor. In order to meet the expenses on travelling, the family decides to sell their own land and send Gopal to the foreign country, to make money. On arrival, the contractor confiscates Gopal’s passport and gives him a small place to live in with ten others like him. Gopal has little idea what he must do.25. The conclusion that can be drawn from both situations is that people should
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