Q582. Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
Teja followed his friend’s advice so now he is in deep water.
- In deep thoughts
- In dilemma
- In trouble
- In good position
Answer: 3. In trouble
Explanation: The idiom “in deep water” means to be in a difficult or troublesome situation.
Q583. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
The committee deposed him from his office.
- Interacted
- Demolished
- Promoted
- Segregated
Answer: 3. Promoted
Explanation: The antonym of “deposed” (to remove from office) is “promoted” (to raise to a higher position).
Q584. Select the most appropriate article to fill in the blank.
_________ bed you sleep in is broken.
- A
- On
- The
- An
Answer: 3. The
Explanation: The definite article “the” is used to specify a particular bed.
Q585. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
As there was no one to look thorough the orphan, he had to take refuge in the orphanage.
- look down upon
- look after
- look upon
- look through
Answer: 2. look after
Explanation: “Look after” means to take care of someone, which fits the context.
Q586. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
I was in Oman around two months.
- from
- for
- into
- since
Answer: 2. for
Explanation: “For” is used to indicate the duration of time.
Q587. Select the most appropriate homophones to fill in the blanks.
It was against her ________ to earn more __________ than that decided by the board of directors.
- principle, profit
- principal; profit
- principal; prophet
- principle; prophet
Answer: 2. principal; profit
Explanation: “Principal” refers to the main or most important person or thing, while “profit” refers to financial gain.
Q588. The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
I noticed that they / did not went to / the museum but entered / a shopping complex.
- the museum but entered
- did not went to
- a shopping complex.
- I noticed that they
Answer: 2. did not went to
Explanation: The correct form is “did not go to” (past tense).
Q589. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined part in the following sentence.
My entire family left me in the lurch when I went to them after I divorced my husband.
- refused to help me in my distress
- blamed only me for my failure
- scorned me for committing mistakes
- attempted to harass me
Answer: 1. refused to help me in my distress
Explanation: “Left in the lurch” means to abandon or fail to support someone in a difficult situation.
Q590. In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Romantic poetry is a literary movement that emerged in the late 18th century and continued through the mid 19th century. It is (1)________ by an emphasis on emotion, imagination and individualism. Romantic poets sought to express their innermost thoughts and feelings through their poetry, often exploring (2)_______ such as love, beauty and mortality. One of the defining features of Romantic poetry is its use of language and imagery to evoke powerful emotions in the reader. Many Romantic poets, such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge (3)________ that poetry should be written in the language of common people, rather than in the lofty, formal language of the past. They also incorporated vivid descriptions of nature and the natural world into their poetry, using it as a source of inspiration and spiritual renewal. (4)______ important aspect of Romantic poetry is its focus on the individual and the subjective experience. Romantic poets believed that each person’s experience of the world was unique and valuable, and sought to capture this individuality in their writing. This led to a greater emphasis on personal expression and introspection in poetry, (5)_______ a rejection of the traditional poetic forms and structures of the past.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
- Mostly
- Additional
- Another
- Farther
Answer: 3. Another
Explanation: “Another” is used to introduce a new or different aspect.
Q591. Select the most appropriate synonym of the word ‘Swap’ from the given sentence.
The original buyer attempted to resell the tickets online because there was no option to exchange them for a new date.
- resell
- exchange
- original
- option
Answer: 2. exchange
Explanation: “Swap” and “exchange” both mean to trade or replace one thing for another.
Q592. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
- Timorous
- Amalgamate
- Unintended
- Apropriate
Answer: 4. Apropriate
Explanation: The correct spelling is “appropriate.”
Q593. In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Family plays a vital role in our lives, serving as a source of love, support, and stability. It is (1)________ the family unit that we develop lasting bonds, learn essential values, and find comfort during (2) ________ times. Families provide a nurturing environment for personal growth and emotional well-being. They (3) ________ guidance, share experiences, and create cherished memories. The strength and (4) ________ of a family contribute to individual happiness, societal harmony, and the (5) ________ of a strong community.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 2.
- joyful
- challenging
- initial
- wasteful
Answer: 2. challenging
Explanation: “Challenging” fits the context of finding comfort during difficult times.
Q594. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
We have carried out an successful raid on a fraudulent minister.
- the successful raid
- successful raid
- these successful raid
- a successful raid
Answer: 4. a successful raid
Explanation: “A successful raid” is the correct form with the indefinite article “a.”
Q595. Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence.
Mothers have great animosity for their children.
- affection
- absurdity
- affectation
- abasement
Answer: 1. affection
Explanation: “Animosity” is a negative term, while “affection” is a positive term that fits the context.
Q596. Select the most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word in the following sentence to fill in the blank.
The documentary explored the historical and cultural significance of the ________ (antique) ruins in the region.
- obsolete
- contemporary
- modern
- ancient
Answer: 4. ancient
Explanation: “Antique” means old or ancient, so “ancient” is the best synonym.
Q597. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank.
The firefighter summoned all her ________ (cowardice) and rushed into the burning building.
- skills
- erudition
- courage
- expertise
Answer: 3. courage
Explanation: The antonym of “cowardice” is “courage.”
Q598. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
- Magnanimos
- Accompanied
- Fascination
- Psychology
Answer: 1. Magnanimos
Explanation: The correct spelling is “magnanimous.”
Q599. 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’.
The inspector smile after he was finished and patted Margie’s head.
- No substitution required
- smiled
- was smiled
- has smiled
Answer: 2. smiled
Explanation: The correct verb form is “smiled.”
Q600. In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Teachers 1_________ given continuous opportunities for self-improvement and to learn the latest innovations and advances in their professions. Each teacher 2_________expected to participate in at least 50 hours of CPD opportunities every year for their own professional development, driven 3_________ their own interests. CPD opportunities will, in particular, 4_________cover the latest pedagogies regarding foundational literacy and numeracy, formative and adaptive assessment of learning outcomes, competency-based learning and related pedagogies, 5_________ experiential learning, arts-integrated, sports-integrated and storytelling-based approaches, etc.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
- carelessly
- systematically
- roughly
- partially
Answer: 4. partially
Explanation: “Partially” fits the context of covering some but not all aspects.
Q601. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
Hospital for people with mental illnesses
- Hangar
- Druggist
- Asylum
- Shelter
Answer: 3. Asylum
Explanation: “Asylum” is a hospital for people with mental illnesses.
Q602. Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
The realtors of the new venture sold plots like hot cakes.
- Sold innovatively
- Sold quickly and in large numbers
- Sold illegally
- Sold with great difficulty
Answer: 2. Sold quickly and in large numbers
Explanation: “Like hot cakes” means something is sold very quickly and in large quantities.
Q603. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined word in the given sentence.
The dedicated teacher laboured assiduously to aid her pupils in achieving success.
- un-biased
- committed
- uninvolved
- apathetic
Answer: 2. committed
Explanation: “Laboured” means to work hard, which is synonymous with “committed.”
Q604. In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The Sun is about 1.4 million kilometres (1)diameter, while the Earth is about 13,000 kilometers wide. This indicates that the Sun’s width would need to be filled by more than one hundred Earths. Sunspots are dreary (2) on the Sun’s surface that are two thousand degrees Celsius cooler than the rest of the surface. The coolest piece of the sunspot is the dim focus called the umbra. The penumbra surrounds it. On the Sun’s surface, some sunspots are just specks. Additionally, they appear in groups up to ten times larger than Earth. They can sometimes reach 200,000 miles in length. As the Sun rotates, these groups (3)_____ to travel across the Sun over two weeks. Every 11 years, the number of sunspots reaches its maximum. The solar or sunspot cycle (4)______ to this. The Earth’s weather may become more extreme and warm during the peak of sunspot activity. According to the (5)______ made by satellites like Nimbus 7, when sunspots are at their largest, less heat reaches Earth.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
- perceptions
- inspections
- observations
- invalidations
Answer: 3. observations
Explanation: “Observations” fits the context of data collected by satellites.
Q605. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
I am scared of snakes; likewise, you are ________ of lizards.
- passionate
- critical
- fond
- fearful
Answer: 4. fearful
Explanation: “Fearful” is the opposite of “scared,” fitting the context.
Q606. In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Conversation is indeed the (1)__________ teachable of all arts. All you need to do in order to become a good conversationalist is to find a (2)_________ that interests you and your listeners. But the important thing is that you must talk about the other (3)__________ hobby rather than your own. Therein lies the secret of your (4)________. Talk to your friends about the things that interest them, and you will get a reputation for good fellowship, charming wit, and a brilliant mind. There is nothing that (5)____ people so much as your interest in their interest.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
- worker’s
- self’s
- victim’s
- fellow’s
Answer: 4. fellow’s
Explanation: “Fellow’s” means the other person’s, fitting the context of a conversation.
Q607. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.
The removal of petty restrictions has made life easier.
- Big
- Consequential
- Large
- Small
Answer: 4. Small
Explanation: “Petty” means small or trivial, so “small” is the best synonym.
Q608. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Gift of the gab
- Witty
- Humorous
- Talent for speaking
- Talent for singing
Answer: 3. Talent for speaking
Explanation: “Gift of the gab” means having a natural talent for speaking.
Q609. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
Anthony Trollope was an industrious and disciplined writer.
- Exhausting
- Skittish
- Dizzy
- Lazy
Answer: 4. Lazy
Explanation: The antonym of “industrious” (hard-working) is “lazy.”
Q610. Read the sentence carefully and select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined part.
The clamour distracted the priest and made him angry.
- loud and confused noise
- narrow-mindedness
- introduction of new things
- humorous deception
Answer: 1. loud and confused noise
Explanation: “Clamour” means a loud and confused noise.