Questions

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.

The English language is ___________ complex in character that it can scarcely be learned by rule, and can __________ be mastered by the study of such idioms and phrases as are provided in this book; but just as care must be taken to place every accent or stress _________ the proper syllable in the ______________ of every word it contains, so must the stress or emphasis be placed on the proper word in ___________ sentence spoken.

syllable in the ______________ of every word

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

In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

Her trekking was met ______ obstacles.

If the sum of three consecutive numbers is 15, what is the square of the middle number ?

An echo is returned in 3 s. What is the distance of the reflecting surface from the source, considering the speed of sound as 342 ms-1?

The Magdalena River is one of the largest basins of South America. Through which country does it flow?

Which of the following statements is correct about the President of India ?

In Indian parliamentary system, the leader of the largest opposition party having not less than _______ seats of total strength of the house is recognized as the leader of the opposition in that House.