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In the following question, a word has been written in four different ways out of which only one is correctly spelt. Select the correctly spelt word.

 

A) Dielema   B) Dilemma  
C) Dielemma   D) Dilemna
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Dilemma  

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

 

Either of two parallels of latitude on the earth, one 23°27′ north of the equator and the other 23°27′ south of the equator

 

A) tropic B) torrid
C) arctic D) frigid
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) tropic

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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.

 

It is a proverbial ___________, that every one makes his own destiny; and __________ is usually interpreted, that every one, by his wise ______ unwise conduct, preparesgood or evil for himself: but we may also understand it, that whatever it be that he receives _________ the hand of Providence, he may so accommodate __________ toit, that he will find his lot good for him, however much may seem to others to be wanting.

 

that he receives _________ the hand of Providence,

 

 

A) form B) from  
C) of D) for
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) from  

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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.

 

A sea change

 

A) A profound or notable transformation. B) An upcoming storm.
C) Someone who appears turbulent on the outside but is actually calm deep inside. D) As you go deeper into the situation you will see a very different picture.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) A profound or notable transformation.

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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.

As one of the most misunderstood practices, yoga has often borne the brunt of being __________ in extremes: of yogis in pretzel-like contortions at __________ end of the spectrum, and young Instagram-led, erstwhile-overweight beach posers ____________ the other. The truth is that yoga is what you want it to be — the ultimate customisable exercise form. For a runner, it may mean lengthening muscles to gain _______________, while for someone who is hyper-flexible, it could be a way of __________core strength.

yogis in pretzel-like contortions at __________ end of the spectrum

A) first B) one
C) once D) that
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) one

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


The nation has been _____as a relatively extensive, territorial relation of nativity. We have further formulated the_____of the nation as a territorially_____, yet bounded, social relation for the generation, transmission, and ____of life. When the nation is a national state, it is also a_____for the protection of life. The nation is often ______by the metaphor of familial relations and, indeed, has sometimes been considered as some kind of_____family. This is understandable because both the nation and the family are relations of_____. Nonetheless, there is an important difference, and to understand this will _____a more detailed examination of the_____ between territory and bonding.


This is understandable because both the nation and the family are social relations of________.

A) family B) bonding
C) kinship D) acquaintance
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) bonding

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In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select ‘No Error’.

Looking forward to something (1)/ in anticipation is what helps us (2)/ moving forward in life. (3)/ No error (4)

A) 1 B) 2
C) 3 D) 4
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 3

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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 an important principle that must govern our lives.
Q: Honesty is reflected in our words and deeds.
R: When we speak the truth we state the facts as they are.
S: We may find it convenient to avoid telling the truth, but if we are honest we should say the truth whatever may be the repercussions.

A) SRQP B) SPQR
C) QRPS D) PQRS
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) PQRS

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