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Who among the following claimed the top spot on Forbes 2017 list of the world's highest paid actresses, released on August 16, 2017?

 

A) Frances McDormand B) Saoirse Ronan
C) Emma Stone D) Elisabeth Moss
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Emma Stone

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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.

 

Starting late-2014, scientists of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) working _______ satellite data tracking the rift found that the defect in the Larsen C was growing _________. By 2016 the crack became 70 miles long and 300 feet ________. By January 2017 it measured 109 miles in length and 1,500metres in breadth. On July 12, it broke. The broken shelf, now __________ official iceberg, was massive, indeed the ____________-ever such iceberg, weighing 1.1trillion tons and measuring 2,200 square miles.

 

and 300 feet ________. By January 2017

 

A) width   B) length  
C) breadth   D) wide
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) wide

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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.

 

Some writers have claimed that the ___________ of persons are incapable of even fairly correct reasoning, pointing to the absurd ideas entertained by the masses of people as a proof _______ the statement. These writers are probably a little radical _______ their views and statements, but one is often struck ______ wonder at the evidences of incapacity for interpreting __________ and impressions on the part of the general public.

 

little radical _______ their views

 

A) into B) to  
C) in   D) on
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) in  

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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.


Heave a sigh of relief

 

A) To suddenly feel very happy because something unpleasant has not happened or has ended. B)  Be exhausted after a gruelling physical task.
C) Get trapped in a tricky situation which you could have escaped easily. D)  Feel sad that the good times have ended.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) To suddenly feel very happy because something unpleasant has not happened or has ended.

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In March 2016, Election Commission of India declared assembly elections in ___ states scheduled for April - May 2016.

 

A) 3 B) 7
C) 5 D) 6
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 5

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‘Marketing Support and Services Scheme’ (in the Eleventh Plan) Supports artisans related to ___________.

A) Handicrafts B) Leather goods
C) Gems and Jewellery D) Handlooms
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Handicrafts

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What happens to the Potential and Kinetic energies of a body as it falls down from a height?

A) Its Potential energy decreases while its Kinetic energy increases B) There is no change in its Potential or Kinetic energy
C) Its Potential and Kinetic energies decrease D) Its Potential energy increases while its Kinetic energy decreases
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Its Potential energy decreases while its Kinetic energy increases

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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.

Beat around the bush

A) To treat a topic, but omit its main points, often intentionally. B) Talk bad about a person, often in the absence of that person.
C) Spend a fun jovial time. D) It is wise to ignore hardships and continue with your task.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) To treat a topic, but omit its main points, often intentionally.

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