English problems
- 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 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. Also asked in: CAT, GATE, TOEFL
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.
- 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. Also asked in: CAT, GRE, TOEFL
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.
- 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 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. Also asked in: CAT, GRE, TOEFL
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.
- 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. Zealous
Options- A. Droopy, Gigantic
- B. Tenacity, Assiduity
- C. Fervent, Apathetic
- D. Conceited, Capacious Also asked in: TOEFL, GRE, CAT
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?.
- 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. Recalcitrant
Options- A. Peculiar, Convivial
- B. Amenable, Docile
- C. Taciturn, Withering
- D. Voluble, Turgid Also asked in: TOEFL, GRE, CAT
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?.
- 8. 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 Also asked in: TOEFL, GRE, CAT
Correct Answer:
Explanation:
The 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 wind
Unassertive: (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?.
- 9. 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 Also asked in: TOEFL, GRE, CAT
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?.
- 10. 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 Also asked in: TOEFL, GRE, CAT
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?.
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