Questions

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

A bad hair day

In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.

Irony. __________________word captures our response to the ongoing nationwide drought in more ways than one. We have woken _________ the reality of drought a full six months after the end of monsoon. After waking up, we focus ____________ the drinking water __________ in urban centres and not the multidimensional crisis of life and livelihood in _______________ hinterland.

We have woken _________ the reality of drought

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

to bite your tongue

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.

Kill someone by covering their nose and mouth so that they suffocate

Why do atoms bond?

Which of the following gases turns lime water milky?

The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. These sentences, when properly sequenced form a coherent paragraph. Select the most logical order of sentences from among the options.

P: Honesty is a moral value that must be inculcated in childhood.
Q: Through stories children can be exposed to the virtue of honesty, so that they can easily comprehend why dishonesty should be avoided, and how honesty is vital for life.
R: The value then takes firm foundation and can see one through life.
S: If the trait of dishonesty starts at a young age, it becomes a habit difficult to change.

Air ___________________ are the substances which contaminate the air.