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In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer.

Histrionic

A) Melodramatic, Theatrical B) Conscientious, Diligent
C) Tenacious, Retentive D) Thrive, Tussle
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Melodramatic, Theatrical

Explanation:

The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Histrionic: excessively theatrical or dramatic in character or style
Melodramatic: characteristic of melodrama, especially in being exaggerated or overemotional
Theatrical: exaggerated and excessively dramatic
Conscientious: wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly
Diligent: having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties
Tenacious: tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely
Retentive: (of a person's memory) effective in retaining facts and impressions
Thrive: (of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously
Tussle: a vigorous struggle or scuffle, typically in order to obtain or achieve something
Pertinent: relevant or applicable to a
particular matter; apposite Appropriate: suitable or proper in the circumstances
Therefore, it can be observed that option  i.e. ‘melodramatic, theatrical’ forms a synonym- synonym pair of ‘histrionic’.

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In the following questions, one part of the sentence may have an error. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and click the button corresponding to it. If the sentence is free from error, click the "No error" option.

Sooner had he come (A)/ his colleagues (B)/ organised a get together (C)/ No Error (D)

A) A B) B
C) C D) D
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) A

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Read the sentence to find out whether there is any error in it. The error, if any, will be in one part of the sentence. If the given sentence is correct as it is, the answer is ‘No error’. Ignore the errors of punctuation, if any.

It must be noted that/ decentralization should be applied/ along with caution as it can/ lead to organizational disintegration.

A) It must be noted that B) Decentralization should be applied
C) Along with caution as it can D) Lead to organizational disintegration
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Along with caution as it can

Explanation:

The error lies in the third part of the sentence. The word 'along' is unnecessary and must be omitted. Along denotes accompaniment. The context of the sentence doesn't talk about accompaniment.

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.

 

Incapacitate

 

A) Cripple B) Facilitate
C) Maim D) Immobilize
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Facilitate

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A sentence/a part of the sentence is underlined. Four alternatives are given to the underlined part which will improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it. In case no improvement is needed, click the button corresponding to "No improvement".

No other snake is as poisonous as this one.

A) are as poisonous as this one B) is more poisonous as this one
C) is poisonous than this one D) No improvement
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) No improvement

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In the following question, a sentence / a part of sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.

 

She was unhappy even after she married into an accommodative and caring family.

A) remained unhappy B) continued her sadness
C) existed in unhappiness D) No improvement
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) remained unhappy

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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.

The chess player moved his piece to a more _____________________ position, securing the win.

A) profitable B) auspicious
C) advantageous D) worthwhile
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) advantageous

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

 

Taste good food or drink and enjoy it to the full

 

A) Acrid B) Savouring
C) Acerb D) Caustic
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Savouring

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