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In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer. Nefarious
Options- A. Sloppy, Flurry
- B. Unassertive, Ignoble
- C. Modest, Subtle
- D. Gregarious, Magnanimous
- Correct Answer
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ExplanationThe meanings of the given words are as follows:
Nefarious: (typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal
Sloppy: careless and unsystematic; excessively casual
Flurry: a small swirling mass of something, especially snow or leaves, moved by sudden gusts of windUnassertive: (of a person) not having or showing a confident and forceful personality
Ignoble: not honourable in character or purpose
Modest: unassuming in the estimation of one's abilities or achievements
Subtle: (especially of a change or distinction) so delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyse or describe
Gregarious: (of a person) fond of company; sociable
Magnanimous: generous or forgiving, especially towards a rival or less powerful person
Iniquitous: grossly unfair and morally wrong
Atrocious: horrifyingly wicked
Therefore, it can be observed that option E i.e.?iniquitous, atrocious? forms a synonym- synonym pair of ?nefarious?.
- 1. In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer. Recalcitrant
Options- A. Peculiar, Convivial
- B. Amenable, Docile
- C. Taciturn, Withering
- D. Voluble, Turgid Discuss
- 2. In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer. Zealous
Options- A. Droopy, Gigantic
- B. Tenacity, Assiduity
- C. Fervent, Apathetic
- D. Conceited, Capacious Discuss
- 3. In the following questions a part of a sentence is given in bold, it is then followed by four sentences which try to explain the meaning of the idiom/phrase given in bold. Choose the alternative from the four given below each question which explains the meaning of the phrase correctly without altering the meaning of the sentence given as question. If none of the sentence explains the meaning of the highlighted phrase, choose option i.e., ?None of these? as your answer choice We are used to giving benefit of a doubt to people we are closest to, the ones who we know very well. This comes to us naturally as we know for a fact they are good people; and even more - we know they like/ love us so they wouldn't do anything against us.
Options- A. Since we love and trust our close ones, we often tend to believe them, even when we are not sure what they are saying is true.
- B. Given that we are very attached to our relatives, we often try to hide their crimes and cover up for their lies.
- C. Since humans are inherently doubting, there is a tendency to be sceptic about anyone.
- D. Humans have nepotism ingrained in them, which means that they would favour only their relatives over and above a fool proof evidence against them. Discuss
- 4. In the following questions a part of a sentence is given in bold, it is then followed by four sentences which try to explain the meaning of the idiom/phrase given in bold. Choose the alternative from the four given below each question which explains the meaning of the phrase correctly without altering the meaning of the sentence given as question. If none of the sentence explains the meaning of the highlighted phrase, choose option 5 i.e., ?None of these? as your answer choice At the start of his presentation, it seemed that he?s out of his mind, but when he finished, we saw that there?s method in his madness.
Options- A. After the presentation, we realised that he deliberately chose to be vague and absurd.
- B. Though his presentation appeared a little absurd in the beginning, we ultimately found out that he had a rational purpose behind it
- C. There was a stark difference between what he started with and how he concluded his presentation.
- D. Since he was not completely in his senses, he presented in an awkward manner. Discuss
- 5. In the following questions a part of a sentence is given in bold, it is then followed by four sentences which try to explain the meaning of the idiom/phrase given in bold. Choose the alternative from the four given below each question which explains the meaning of the phrase correctly without altering the meaning of the sentence given as question. If none of the sentence explains the meaning of the highlighted phrase, choose option 5 i.e., ?None of these? as your answer choice I wouldn't be caught dead wearing an outfit like that ? it's like something my grandmother would also not wear!
Options- A. Though the outfit is classy, the speaker does not prefer wearing it.
- B. The speaker finds wearing the dress very shameful as people would disapprove of it.
- C. The speaker dislikes wearing the particular outfit.
- D. Wearing the particular outfit wouldn?t be a great deal as it will not kill her. Discuss
- 6. In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer. Histrionic
Options- A. Melodramatic, Theatrical
- B. Conscientious, Diligent
- C. Tenacious, Retentive
- D. Thrive, Tussle Discuss
- 7. In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer. Tremulous
Options- A. Stringent, Garrulous
- B. Quivery, Steady
- C. Conjunctive, Desist
- D. Abstain, Defer Discuss
- 8. In the following question, a passage is given which describes a situation. From the given options, mark the correct inference that can be drawn from the passage. If none of the inferences follow, mark option 5, ?None of these? as the answer. The philosophy of pragmatism goes something like this. The mind is such that it deals only with ideas. It is not possible for the mind to relate to anything other than ideas. Therefore, it is not correct to think that the mind actually can ponder reality. All that the mind can ponder is its ideas about reality. (Whether or not that is the way reality actually is, is a metaphysical issue). Therefore, whether or not something is true is not a matter of how closely it corresponds to the absolute truth, but of how consistent it is with our experience.
Options- A. Our experiences define our concept of reality.
- B. Reality is a metaphysical issue.
- C. Pragmatism and reality are two sides of the same coin.
- D. Our experiences enable us to determine the truth. Discuss
- 9. In the following question, a passage is given which describes a situation. From the given options, mark the correct inference that can be drawn from the passage. If none of the inferences follow, mark option 5, ?None of these? as the answer. In nearly all human populations a majority of individuals can taste the artificially synthesized chemical phenylthiocarbonide (PTC). However, the percentage varies dramatically-- from as low as 60% in India to as high as 95% in Africa. That this polymorphism is observed in non- human primates as well indicates a long evolutionary history which, although obviously not acting on PTC, might reflect evolutionary selection for taste discrimination of other, more significant bitter substances, such as certain toxic plants.
Options- A. Human beings show the same taste profile as primates.
- B. Humans prefers substances that are naturally sweet.
- C. Only a minority of the human population have an indeterminant taste profile.
- D. A majority of the human population have an indeterminant taste profile. Discuss
- 10. In each of the questions given below, a passage has been given which are either situational based or describes a scenario. Below each passage, a question has been given which is framed to make you to infer something out of it. Mark out the correct inference as your answer. Set in the glittering balls of genteel rural society of 18th century England and verdant landscape of the idyllic Pemberley, ?Pride and Prejudice? is the story of young Elizabeth Bennett whose property is entailed to the nearest male heir. What can be said about the position of young Elizabeth Bennett in the rural society of 18th century England?
Options- A. Marginal
- B. Immaterial
- C. Unrelated
- D. Extraneous Discuss
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Correct Answer: Amenable, Docile
Explanation:
The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Recalcitrant: having an obstinately uncooperative attitude towards authority or discipline
Peculiar: different to what is normal or
expected; strange Convivial: (of an atmosphere or event) friendly, lively, and enjoyable
Amenable: open and responsive to suggestion; easily persuaded or controlled
Docile: ready to accept control or instruction; submissive
Taciturn: (of a person) reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little
Withering: intended to make someone feel humiliated; scornful
Voluble: (of a person) talking fluently, readily, or incessantly
Turgid: swollen and distended or congested
Pendulous: hanging down loosely
Jocular: fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful
Therefore, it can be observed that option B i.e. ?amenable, docile? forms an antonym- antonym pair of ?recalcitrant?.
Correct Answer: Fervent, Apathetic
Explanation:
The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Zealous: having or showing zeal
Droopy: hanging down limply
Gigantic: of very great size or extent; huge or enormous
Tenacity: the quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip
Assiduity: constant or close attention to what one is doing
Fervent: having or displaying a passionate intensity
Apathetic: showing or feeling no interest, enthusiasm, or concern
Conceited: excessively proud of oneself; vain
Capacious: having a lot of space inside; roomy
Hilarity: extreme amusement, especiallywhen expressed by laughter
Livid: furiously angry
Therefore, it can be observed that option C i.e. ?fervent, apathetic? forms a synonym- antonym pair of ?zealous?.
Correct Answer: Since we love and trust our close ones, we often tend to believe them, even when we are not sure what they are saying is true.
Explanation:
To give a benefit of doubt means to decide that you will believe someone, even though you are not sure that what the person is saying is true.
Correct Answer: Though his presentation appeared a little absurd in the beginning, we ultimately found out that he had a rational purpose behind it
Explanation:
The phrase refers to a specific, rational purpose in what one is doing or planning, even though it may appear crazy or absurd to another person.
Correct Answer: The speaker dislikes wearing the particular outfit.
Explanation:
If you say that you wouldn't be seen dead or be caught dead in particular clothes, places, or situations, you are expressing strong dislike or disapproval of them.
Correct Answer: Melodramatic, Theatrical
Explanation:
The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Histrionic: excessively theatrical or dramatic in character or style
Melodramatic: characteristic of melodrama, especially in being exaggerated or overemotional
Theatrical: exaggerated and excessively dramatic
Conscientious: wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly
Diligent: having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties
Tenacious: tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely
Retentive: (of a person's memory) effective in retaining facts and impressions
Thrive: (of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously
Tussle: a vigorous struggle or scuffle, typically in order to obtain or achieve something
Pertinent: relevant or applicable to a
particular matter; apposite Appropriate: suitable or proper in the circumstances
Therefore, it can be observed that option i.e. ?melodramatic, theatrical? forms a synonym- synonym pair of ?histrionic?.
Correct Answer: Quivery, Steady
Explanation:
The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Tremulous: shaking or quivering slightly
Stringent: (of regulations, requirements, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting
Garrulous: excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters
Quivery: shaking or trembling slightly
Steady: firmly fixed, supported, or balanced; not shaking or moving
Conjunctive: relating to or forming a connection or combination of things
Desist: stop doing something; cease or abstain
Abstain: restrain oneself from doing or enjoying something
Defer: put off (an action or event) to a later time; postpone
Terse: sparing in the use of words; abrupt
Abrupt: sudden and unexpected
Therefore, it can be observed that option B i.e. ?quivery, steady? forms a synonym-antonym pair of ?tremulous?.
Correct Answer: Our experiences define our concept of reality.
Explanation:
The passage states that reality is not an absolute truth, but a result of our consistent experiences. This makes option a is a correct inference made from the passage. Option 2 is a direct statement already made in the given passage. Option 3 cannot be inferred from the passage as ?pragmatism? is considered as a philosophy while ?reality? is considered as an amalgamation of our experiences. According to the given passage our experiences enables us to determine what is the reality which may or may not be the truth. This makes option 4 incorrect.
Correct Answer: Only a minority of the human population have an indeterminant taste profile.
Explanation:
The passage clearly states that several characteristics are shared between humans and primates with respect to their taste profiles. It also states that it is because of evolution. But to infer that both species share the same profile would be incorrect making option a incorrect. The passage is all about the human ability to discern different tastes. One cannot infer about the likability of certain tastes from the given passage making option 2 incorrect. In the first sentence itself the passage talks about how majority of the human population can taste a certain artificial flavour. Thus, it can be inferred that majority of the human population have a determinant taste profile making the opposite as stated in option 3 also correct. This also makes option 4 incorrect.
Correct Answer: Immaterial
Explanation:
Marginal means to be of questionable or minimal quality.
Immaterial means to be of no importance or relevance especially to a law case.
Unrelated means lacking a logical or causal relation.
Extraneous means something that is not pertinent to the matter under consideration.
Academic means marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects.
Despite being young, Bennett's property was already entailed to the male heir. This means that she did not have a significant place in the rural society of 18th century England.
Hence, the correct answer is 2.
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