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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

Back to the drawing board

A) To solve a problem one has to go back to the root cause	B) An inventive person will find fresh ways to solve a problem
C) An idea has been unsuccessful and that a new one must be devised	D) An artist is always happy if he gets a chance to go back to painting

Answer & Explanation Answer: C) An idea has been unsuccessful and that a new one must be devised

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In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one, which best express the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.

The emperor was impressed with the singer and asked, ‘What can I do for you?'

A) The emperor impressed with the singer and asked that what he could do for him.	B) The emperor was impressed with the singer and asked what he could do for him.
C) The emperor impressed with the singer asked what could be done for him.	D) The emperor was impressed with the singer and asked what could be done for him.

Answer & Explanation Answer: B) The emperor was impressed with the singer and asked what he could do for him.

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The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. Out of the four options given, select the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

In physically

A-fit people, calorie restriction

B-and periodic fasting slows

C-down the ageing process

A) ABC	B) CBA
C) CAB	D) BCA

Answer & Explanation Answer: A) ABC

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

Add insult to injury

A) To further a loss with mockery to worsen an unfavourable situation.	B) A disgrace becomes worse when friends and family disown you.
C) The world usually slanders a fallen person rather than help him.	D) A suffering is compounded if you are hurt at the same place again.

Answer & Explanation Answer: A) To further a loss with mockery to worsen an unfavourable situation.

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

Cut corners

A) Remove the sharp edges now if you don’t want to get hurt later	B) One has to sacrifice to achieve one's goals
C) Even a coward when cornered musters strength to fight back	D) Do something perfunctorily so as to save time or money

Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Do something perfunctorily so as to save time or money

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

Come what may

A) Welcome all visitors with open arms	B) No matter what happens
C) Insure all your property from all kinds of losses	D) Willing to become whatever fate has in store for your future

Answer & Explanation Answer: B) No matter what happens

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In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best express the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.

Salim told Ajay that he would return the book to him the next day.

A) "I will return this book to you the next day,"said Salim.	B) Salim said,"I will be returning the book to you tomorrow, Ajay."
C) "Ajay, I will return the book to you tomorrow,"said Salim.	D) "Ajay will return this book to you tomorrow,"said Salim.

Answer & Explanation Answer: C) "Ajay, I will return the book to you tomorrow,"said Salim.

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Which of the following instruments is used to measure electric current?

A) Rheostat	B) Voltmeter
C) Ammeter	D) Galvanometer

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