ENGLISH PRACTICE SET 10

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Q233

Question: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. There is nothing more (1)_________ than when you sit down at your table to study with the most sincere of intentions and instead of being able to finish the task at hand you find your thoughts (2). However, there are certain techniques that you can use to (3) your concentration. To begin with, one should (4)___ to create the physical environment that is conducive to (5)_____ thought. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5. Options:

  1. focussed
  2. joyful
  3. cautious
  4. dazzling

Answer: 1. focussed Explanation: The passage is about concentration and the ability to focus on a task. The word “focussed” fits the context best as it directly relates to the ability to concentrate.

Q234

Question: Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the following sentence. He passed away in the year 1950 at 10 a.m. on 13 July. Options:

  1. in the year 1950 at 10 a.m. on 13 July
  2. at 10 a.m. on 13 July in the year 1950
  3. on 13 July at 10 a.m. in the year 1950
  4. in the year 1950 on 13 July at 10 a.m.

Answer: 4. in the year 1950 on 13 July at 10 a.m. Explanation: The original sentence is already in a correct and clear format, but option 4 is the most common way to express the date and time in English.

Q235

Question: Select the correctly spelt word. Options:

  1. Quintessential
  2. Quintessintial
  3. Quintesential
  4. Quientessential

Answer: 1. Quintessential Explanation: “Quintessential” is the correct spelling of the word, which means the most typical or perfect example of something.

Q236

Question: Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. A sting in the tail Options:

  1. An unexpected, typically unpleasant or problematic end to something
  2. Something which seems bad at first but contains a pleasant part at the end
  3. To initiate a situation that is very complicated or problematic
  4. A situation in which a large group has to do something to satisfy a small group

Answer: 1. An unexpected, typically unpleasant or problematic end to something Explanation: The idiom “a sting in the tail” refers to an unexpected negative or unpleasant ending to a situation.

Q237

Question: The following sentence has been divided into four segments. Identify the segment that contains an error. Throw of / the old shoes; / nobody will wear / them now. Options:

  1. them now.
  2. nobody will wear
  3. the old shoes;
  4. Throw of

Answer: 4. Throw of Explanation: The correct phrase should be “Throw off” instead of “Throw of.”

Q238

Question: Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Well, I prefer eating at home from eating out. Options:

  1. and eating out
  2. than eating out
  3. while eating out
  4. to eating out

Answer: 4. to eating out Explanation: The correct preposition to use in this context is “to,” which indicates a preference.

Q239

Question: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Sacred Options:

  1. Grave
  2. Narrow
  3. Holy
  4. Profane

Answer: 4. Profane Explanation: The antonym of “sacred” is “profane,” which means not sacred or not related to religious or spiritual matters.

Q240

Question: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Interpret Options:

  1. Clarify
  2. Cleanse
  3. Celebrate
  4. Complicate

Answer: 1. Clarify Explanation: “Interpret” means to explain or clarify the meaning of something, so “clarify” is the most appropriate synonym.

Q241

Question: Select the most appropriate option that can replace the bracketed word segment in the following sentence. An (imperfect positioning) of the Sun, Earth and Moon results in the Moon passing through only part of Earth’s umbra, resulting in a partial lunar eclipse. Options:

  1. imperfect alliance
  2. imperfect revolution
  3. imperfect allegiance
  4. imperfect alignment

Answer: 4. imperfect alignment Explanation: “Imperfect alignment” is the most appropriate term to describe the positioning of the Sun, Earth, and Moon that results in a partial lunar eclipse.

Q242

Question: Read the sentence carefully and select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined part. Greta Thunberg’s tirade against environmental degeneration shocked the world leaders. Options:

  1. minute observation
  2. debatable account
  3. long and angry speech
  4. innate liberal opinion

Answer: 3. long and angry speech Explanation: “Tirade” means a long and angry speech, so option 3 is the most appropriate substitution.

Q243

Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. The crowd gave them a ________ of applause. Options:

  1. yell
  2. load
  3. laugh
  4. round

Answer: 4. round Explanation: “Round of applause” is a common phrase used to describe a period of clapping or cheering.

Q244

Question: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. There is nothing more (1)_________ than when you sit down at your table to study with the most sincere of intentions and instead of being able to finish the task at hand you find your thoughts (2). However, there are certain techniques that you can use to (3) your concentration. To begin with, one should (4)___ to create the physical environment that is conducive to (5)_____ thought. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1 Options:

  1. frustrating
  2. exciting
  3. interesting
  4. surprising

Answer: 1. frustrating Explanation: The passage is about the frustration of not being able to concentrate on a task, so “frustrating” is the most appropriate word for blank 1.

Q245

Question: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence. I have left it to his discretion to accept or decline my offer. Options:

  1. Wisdom
  2. Calculation
  3. Inattention
  4. Judgement

Answer: 3. Inattention Explanation: The antonym of “discretion” is “inattention,” which means lack of careful consideration or attention.

Q246

Question: Select the most appropriate option that can replace the bracketed word segment in the following sentence. Children should avoid giving out personal details online (which will) identify them or their location. Options:

  1. what will
  2. that could
  3. whichever can
  4. which might lead

Answer: 2. that could Explanation: “That could” is the most appropriate phrase to indicate the possibility of identification.

Q247

Question: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Desire Options:

  1. Loathing
  2. Aversion
  3. Disgust
  4. Longing

Answer: 4. Longing Explanation: “Longing” is a synonym of “desire,” which means a strong wish or craving for something.

Q248

Question: Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’. I quietly went out at the door into the veranda. Options:

  1. No substitution required
  2. by
  3. through
  4. from

Answer: 3. through Explanation: “Through” is the most appropriate preposition to use when describing movement from one place to another.

Q249

Question: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. There is nothing more (1)_________ than when you sit down at your table to study with the most sincere of intentions and instead of being able to finish the task at hand you find your thoughts (2). However, there are certain techniques that you can use to (3) your concentration. To begin with, one should (4)___ to create the physical environment that is conducive to (5)_____ thought. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5. Options:

  1. dazzling
  2. focussed
  3. cautious
  4. joyful

Answer: 2. focussed Explanation: The passage is about concentration and the ability to focus on a task. The word “focussed” fits the context best as it directly relates to the ability to concentrate.

Q250

Question: Identify the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence. Harry’s behaviour was very blunt during his school days. Options:

  1. Excited
  2. Polite
  3. Dull
  4. Curious

Answer: 2. Polite Explanation: The antonym of “blunt” is “polite,” which means being courteous and considerate.

Q251

Question: The given sentence is divided into four segments. Select the option that has the segment with a grammatical error. It was my niece / who was leaving college / last year, and / not my son. Options:

  1. last year, and
  2. not my son.
  3. It was my niece
  4. who was leaving college

Answer: 1. last year, and Explanation: The segment “last year, and” is incorrect because it creates a run-on sentence. The correct structure would be “last year and.”

Q252

Question: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence. It is no exaggeration to say the Hussain Sagar Lake is an integral element of Hyderabad and Hyderabad’s history. Options:

  1. essential
  2. total
  3. extra
  4. inherent

Answer: 3. extra Explanation: The antonym of “integral” is “extra,” which means not essential or necessary.

Q253

Question: Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined word in the given sentence. The professor did an objective evaluation. Options:

  1. unfair
  2. prejudiced
  3. unbiased
  4. unjust

Answer: 3. unbiased Explanation: “Unbiased” is a synonym of “objective,” which means not influenced by personal feelings or opinions.

Q254

Question: The sentence below contains errors. Select the option with the correct use of tenses. I will revised my course at least three times before my final examination. Options:

  1. I would revised my course at least three times before my final examination.
  2. I will be revised my course at least three times since my final examination.
  3. I will have revised my course at least three times before my final examination.
  4. I must revised my course at least three times before my final examination.

Answer: 3. I will have revised my course at least three times before my final examination. Explanation: The correct future perfect tense is “will have revised,” which indicates an action that will be completed before a certain time in the future.

Q255

Question: Select the option that can substitute the bracketed word segment meaningfully. Writing can instil a number of emotions (as in a reader). Options:

  1. until a reader
  2. among a reader
  3. within a reader
  4. instead a reader

Answer: 3. within a reader Explanation: “Within a reader” is the most appropriate phrase to indicate that the emotions are felt inside the reader.

Q256

Question: Identify the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word based on the context of the sentence. He gave a haughty consent without honouring him with a single word. Options:

  1. Proud
  2. Happy
  3. Modest
  4. Indifferent

Answer: 3. Modest Explanation: The antonym of “haughty” is “modest,” which means humble or not proud.

Q257

Question: The following sentence has been divided into four parts. Identify the part that contains an error. (A) It is sad / (B) that you / (C) are believing / (D) in superstitious rituals. Options:

  1. A
  2. C
  3. B
  4. D

Answer: 2. C Explanation: The segment “are believing” is incorrect. The correct form should be “believe” to maintain the correct verb tense.

Q258

Question: Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error. Geeta was working now but she can be seen swimming in the river every evening. Options:

  1. swimming in the
  2. river every evening.
  3. but she can be seen
  4. Geeta was working now

Answer: 3. but she can be seen Explanation: The segment “but she can be seen” is incorrect because “can be seen” is not the correct form. It should be “can be seen swimming.”

Q259

Question: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. If we look at the global population, out of every six persons living in this world, one is an Indian and (1)______ a Chinese. The population of Pakistan is very (2)_____ and accounts for roughly about one-tenth of China or India. Though China is the largest nation and geographically (3)____ the largest area among the three nations, its density is the lowest. Scholars point out the one child (4)____ in China in the late 1970s as the major reason for low population growth. They also state that this measure led to a (5)_____ in the sex ratio, the proportion of females per 1000 males. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2. Options:

  1. small
  2. obscure
  3. much
  4. a little

Answer: 1. small Explanation: The population of Pakistan is described as “small” to indicate that it is significantly less than that of China or India.

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