Vocabulary ( Word Meaning) - Exercise - 3 for University Admission Test, Job Application Test, BCS Exam and Any Competitive Examination

TOPIC: ANALOGY

QUESTIONS

PSC & Other Exam Questions

01. 'Archeology' is related to- [PSC]

A. the study of new cultures

B. the study of art and music

C. the study of medicine

D. the study of human history

Ans: D

(Explanation: Archaeology is the study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites and the analysis of artifacts and other physical remains.)

02. A celebration of 100 years is called-

A. Century

B. Golden Jubilee

C. Centennial

D. Silver Jubilee

Ans: C

(Explanation: A 'Century' is a period of 100 years. A 'Centennial' is the celebration of a 100th anniversary. Note: Silver = 25, Golden = 50, Diamond = 60/75, Platinum = 70.)

03. 'Nomenelature' means

A. collecition of books on human civilization

B. a system of words used to name thing in a particular discipline.

C. a civilization of ancient times.

D. a study of new culture

Ans: B

(Explanation: Nomenclature is the devising or choosing of names for things, especially in a science or other discipline.)

04. An adolescent is someone who is

A. of age between 9-18 years

B. of age between 13 - 18 years

C. preparing for adulthood

D. vulnerable to adulthood

Ans: B

(Explanation: Adolescence is generally defined as the period following the onset of puberty during which a young person develops from a child into an adult. The teenage years (13-18 or 13-19) are the most common general definition in this context.)

05. A person, who writes about his own life, writes-

A. a diary

B. a biography

C. an autobiography

D. a chronicles

Ans: C

(Explanation: An autobiography is an account of a person's life written by that person.)

06. A person who knows many language is called-

A. multi-lingual

B. bilingual

C. polyglot

D. monolingual

Ans: C

(Explanation: A polyglot is a person who knows and is able to use several languages. 'Multi-lingual' is an adjective often used for societies or documents, though applied to people too, but 'Polyglot' is the specific noun for the person.)

07. Love for the whole world is called -

A. Misogyny

B. Benevolence

C. Misanthropy

D. Philanthropy

Ans: D

(Explanation: Philanthropy is the desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed especially by the generous donation of money to good causes; literally "love of humanity".)

08. What is the single word for 'A hater of mankind'?

A. Enemy

B. Wrath

C. Hatred

D. Misanthrope

Ans: D

(Explanation: A misanthrope is a person who dislikes humankind and avoids human society.)

09. A writer who steals ideas from others –

A. editore

B. copier

C. plagiarist

D. translator

Ans: C

(Explanation: A plagiarist is a person who uses another person's ideas or work and pretends that it is their own.)

10. The science of teaching is called

A. phonetics

B. pedagogy

C. ethics

D. biology

Ans: B

(Explanation: Pedagogy is the method and practice of teaching, especially as an academic subject or theoretical concept.)

11. 'Octogenarian' is a person between the age of -

A. 11-19 years

B. 80-89 years

C. 40-50 years

D. 60-80 years

Ans: B

(Explanation: The prefix 'Octo-' relates to eight. An octogenarian is a person who is between 80 and 89 years old.)

12. 'Pediatric' relates to the treatment of-

A. Adults

B. Children

C. Women

D. Old

Ans: B

(Explanation: Pediatrics is the branch of medicine dealing with children and their diseases.)

13. Study of religion is called-

A. Theology

B. Regionology

C. Anthropology

D. Apiology

Ans: A

(Explanation: Theology is the study of the nature of God and religious belief.)

14. The word 'Oncology' is related with-

A. law

B. medicine

C. ecology tow

D. environme

Ans: B

(Explanation: Oncology is the branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.)

15. Rain sounds is called-

A. Jingle

B. ticks

C. Rustle

D. Patters

Ans: D

(Explanation: The light, tapping sound of rain falling is often described as a 'patter'.)

16. 'En route' means-

A. on the way

B. on a plane

C. on a train

D. in the bus

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'En route' is a French phrase adopted into English meaning "on the way".)

17. A person in charge of a museum is a

A. Librarian

B. Janitor

C. Palmist

D. Curator

Ans: D

(Explanation: A curator is a keeper or custodian of a museum or other collection.)

18. A sentence is a-

A. group of words

B. collection of words

C. group of words that make a complete sense

D. part of paragraph

Ans: C

(Explanation: By definition, a sentence must express a complete thought or sense.)

19. A cliche is a-

A. a witty statement

B. a worn-out statement

C. a false evidence

D. Irish humour

Ans: B

(Explanation: A cliché is a phrase or opinion that is overused and betrays a lack of original thought; a worn-out statement.)

20. Substitution for a cardiologist will be

A. nerve specialist

B. eye specialist

C. heart specialist

D. bone specialist

Ans: C

(Explanation: A cardiologist is a doctor who specializes in the study or treatment of heart diseases and heart abnormalities.)

21. What is the steering of a car used for?

A. Speeding

B. Stopping

C. Changing speed

D. Directing

Ans: D

(Explanation: The steering wheel is used to control the direction of a vehicle.)

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22. Initial

A. শুরু (Start)

B. শেষ (End)

C. মাঝ (Middle)

D. মধ্য (Center)

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Initial' means existing or occurring at the beginning.)

23. Weep

A. হাসা (Laugh)

B. তাকানো (Look)

C. কাঁদা (Cry)

D. মরা (Die)

Ans: C

(Explanation: To 'weep' is to shed tears; to cry.)

24. Seldom

A. সর্বদা (Always)

B. মাঝে (Between)

C. মাঝে মাঝে (Sometimes)

D. কদাচিৎ (Rarely)

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Seldom' means not often; rarely.)

25. Fever

A. জ্বর (Fever)

B. ভালো (Good)

C. অনবরত (Continuous)

D. নরম (Soft)

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Fever' translates to 'জ্বর' in Bengali.)

26. Vital

A. কম (Less)

B. বেশি (More)

C. অত্যাবশ্যক (Essential)

D. অনাবশ্যক (Unnecessary)

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Vital' means absolutely necessary or important; essential.)

27. Climate

A. আবহাওয়া (Weather)

B. পরিবেশ (Environment)

C. জলবায়ু (Climate)

D. তাপ (Heat)

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Climate' refers to the long-term weather patterns, translated as 'জলবায়ু'.)

28. The word subterfuge means

A. subtlety

B. trickery

C. simplicity

D. naïve

Ans: B

(Explanation: Subterfuge is deceit used in order to achieve one's goal; trickery.)

29. Cynophobia ?

A. Fear of gravity

B. Fear of pain

C. Fear of spider

D. Fear of dogs

Ans: D

(Explanation: Cynophobia is the abnormal fear of dogs.)

30. 'Niche' means-

A. surface

B. centre

C. edge

D. hollow

Ans: D

(Explanation: Architecturally, a niche is a shallow recess (hollow) in a wall. Figuratively, it is a comfortable or suitable position in life or employment.)

31. 'Nota Bene' means

A. for example

B. not sure

C. next page

D. mark well

Ans: D

(Explanation: Nota Bene (N.B.) is Latin for "note well" or "mark well", used to call attention to something important.)

32. 'Narcissism' means

A. arrogance

B. self-effacing

C. dignity

D. graceful

Ans: A

(Explanation: Narcissism is excessive interest in or admiration of oneself and one's physical appearance. It is closely related to arrogance.)

33. The term 'Parenteral' means -

A. After intestine

B. Inside intestine

C. Before intestine

D. Outside intestine

Ans: D

(Explanation: Parenteral means administered or occurring elsewhere in the body than the mouth and alimentary canal (intestine), specifically injected directly into veins or muscles.)

34. A Bangladeshi living in Canada is a/an-

A. Alien

B. Patr

C. Expatriate

D. Cosmopolitan

Ans: C

(Explanation: An expatriate is a person who lives outside their native country.)

35. A person just appointed to a post is called a/an:

A. appointer

B. appointee

C. novice

D. apprentice

Ans: B

(Explanation: The suffix '-ee' indicates the recipient of an action. An appointee is someone who has been appointed.)

36. Today he is in high spirits. Here high spirits means

A. gloomy

B. grieved

C. joyful

D. hopeful

Ans: C

(Explanation: To be "in high spirits" is an idiom meaning to be extremely happy and enjoying oneself.)

37. The word lunar is related to-

A. sun

B. planet

C. moon

D. water

Ans: C

(Explanation: Lunar means of, determined by, or resembling the moon.)

38. Itinerary means

A. Plan of journey

B. List of items to be discussed in a meeting

C. List of even in a fixed time

D. Record of events occurred in a day

Ans: A

(Explanation: An itinerary is a planned route or journey.)

39. Debut means

A. Conclusion

B. Gracious response

C. Contradiction

D. First appearance

Ans: D

(Explanation: A debut is a person's first appearance or performance in a particular capacity or role.)

40. The word 'parent' means-

A. father

B. mother

C. father or mother

D. father and mother

Ans: C

(Explanation: A parent is a father or a mother.)

41. The word 'illiterate' means a person who does not know how to-

A. read or write

B. read

C. write

D. speak

Ans: A

(Explanation: Illiterate means unable to read or write.)

42. Adhere

A. লেগে থাকা (Stick to)

B. ত্যাগ করা (Leave)

C. সরে যাওয়া (Move away)

D. পছন্দ করা (Like)

Ans: A

(Explanation: To adhere means to stick fast to a surface or substance.)

43. Oppress

A. সাহায্য (Help)

B. নিপিড়ন (Oppression/Torment)

C. মারা (Beat/Kill)

D. মায়া (Affection)

Ans: B

(Explanation: To oppress means to keep someone in subservience and hardship, translated as 'নিপিড়ন'.)

44. Concise

A. বড় (Big)

B. সংক্ষিপ্ত (Brief)

C. লম্বা (Long)

D. বিশাল (Huge)

Ans: B

(Explanation: Concise means giving a lot of information clearly and in a few words; brief.)

45. A person who eats everything is called

A. omniscient

B. omnivorous

C. is present everywhere

D. eats all types of food

Ans: B

(Explanation: Omnivorous (of an animal or person) means feeding on food of both plant and animal origin.)

46. 'A place for keeping bees' is

A. Apiary

B. Nest

C. Den

D. Acrie

Ans: A

(Explanation: An apiary is a place where bees are kept; a collection of beehives.)

47. 'Theocracy' is the rule of-

A. Military

B. Nobility

C. Aristocrats

D. Church

Ans: D

(Explanation: Theocracy is a system of government in which priests rule in the name of God or a god.)

48. The meaning of 'Posterity' is

A. Prosperity

B. Present Time

C. Later Generation

D. Possession

Ans: C

(Explanation: Posterity refers to all future generations of people.)

49. A place where everything is perfect-

A. Cosmos

B. Platoon

C. Utopia

D. Utilatarian

Ans: C

(Explanation: Utopia is an imagined place or state of things in which everything is perfect.)

50. A place for keeping dogs is known as -

A. Hutch

B. Kennel

C. Sty

D. Stable

Ans: B

(Explanation: A kennel is a small shelter for a dog.)

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51. The word 'Anthropology' is related to -

A. study of minerals

B. study of mankind

C. study of diseases

D. study of evolution

Ans: B

(Explanation: 'Anthropology' is the scientific study of humanity, concerned with human behavior, human biology, cultures, societies, and linguistics.)

52. The word 'Somnambulist' means-

A. a daydreamer

B. a sleep walker

C. an optimist

D. a night dreamer

Ans: B

(Explanation: A 'Somnambulist' is a person who walks about in their sleep.)

53. The word 'adore' means-

A. reward

B. love dearly

C. nurture

D. support strongly

Ans: B

(Explanation: To 'adore' means to love and respect (someone) deeply.)

54. The correct meaning of the word 'deliberate' is -

A. willingly

B. known

C. intentional

D. familiar

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Deliberate' means done consciously and intentionally.)

55. What is the appropriate meaning of the word 'Flout'?

A. Crucial

B. Diminish

C. Disobey

D. Flatter

Ans: C

(Explanation: To 'flout' means to openly disregard or disobey (a rule, law or convention).)

56. The word 'precedence' means.

A. example

B. priority

C. elderly

D. case

Ans: B

(Explanation: 'Precedence' is the condition of being considered more important than someone or something else; priority in rank or time.)

57. The word 'recalcitrant' means-

A. mutinous

B. amenable

C. docile

D. compliant

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Recalcitrant' means having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline. 'Mutinous' means refusing to obey the orders of a person in authority.)

58. The word 'assiduity' means-

A. reluctance

B. omnipresence

C. steadfastness

D. anxiety

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Assiduity' means constant or close attention to what one is doing; diligence or steadfastness.)

59. 'Dearth' means

A. Privation

B. Unwanted

C. Harsher

D. Inadequate

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Dearth' means a scarcity or lack of something. 'Privation' means a state in which things that are essential for human well-being such as food and warmth are scarce or lacking.)

60. 'Refusal' means

A. Regret

B. Permission

C. Search

D. Grant

Ans: A

(Explanation: In formal etiquette, "regrets" are often sent as a polite refusal to an invitation. Options B and D are antonyms.)

61. 'Scarcity' means

A. Majority

B. Unfortunate

C. Minority

D. Minimum

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Scarcity' implies a smallness of supply. 'Minority' refers to the smaller number or part, sharing the concept of "fewness" relative to the whole, though 'Shortage' would be a more direct synonym.)

62. 'Statistics' means

A. Data

B. Quotation

C. Census

D. Information

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Statistics' refers to the practice or science of collecting and analyzing numerical data in large quantities.)

63. 'Intellect' means

A. Wisdom

B. Knowledge

C. Awareness

D. Intelligence

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Intellect' is the faculty of reasoning and understanding objectively, which is synonymous with 'Intelligence'.)

64. The word 'hardly' means-

A. always

B. almost not

C. seriously

D. regularly

Ans: B

(Explanation: 'Hardly' is an adverb meaning scarcely or 'almost not'.)

65. The bestows favours on whoever he likes. Here 'bestows' means-

A. receive

B. despises

C. collects

D. gives

Ans: D

(Explanation: To 'bestow' means to confer or present (an honor, right, or gift); to give.)

66. He has a voracious appetite Here 'voracious' means-.

A. fatal

B. huge

C. gluttonous

D. vengeful

Ans: C (or B)

(Explanation: 'Voracious' means wanting or devouring great quantities of food. 'Gluttonous' fits this definition perfectly. 'Huge' describes the size of the appetite, but 'Gluttonous' describes the nature of the person/eating habit.)

67. He could not deny that.

A. decide

B. accept

C. confusion

D. refuse

Ans: D

(Explanation: To 'deny' is to state that one refuses to admit the truth or existence of something. 'Refuse' (to admit) is the closest verb action among the options.)

68. The room is untidy. Here untidy means

A. messy

B. mess

C. loose

D. tight

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Untidy' means not arranged neatly and in order; messy.)

69. The word 'Momentous' means-

A. momentary

B. popular

C. important

D. modest

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Momentous' means of great importance or significance, especially in its bearing on the future.)

70. The word 'humiliation' means-

A. humane

B. modesty

C. humble

D. disgrace

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Humiliation' is the action of humiliating someone or the state of being humiliated; disgrace or shame.)

71. The boy is dreadfully thin. The word 'dreadfully' in this sentence means

A. dangerously

B. alarmingly

C. extremely

D. disgustingly

Ans: C

(Explanation: In this context, 'dreadfully' is used as an intensifier meaning 'extremely' or 'very'.)

72. The word 'soothing' means.

A. annoying

B. embarrassing

C. irritating

D. comfortable

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Soothing' means having a gently calming effect; reducing pain or discomfort.)

73. The word 'uproar' means-

A. hue and cry

B. calm and quiet

C. loud and bold

D. weak and meak

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Uproar' means a loud and impassioned noise or disturbance. "Hue and cry" is an idiom for a loud clamor or public outcry.)

74. What do you mean by the word 'expunge'?

A. to delete

B. to add

C. to improve

D. to include

Ans: A

(Explanation: To 'expunge' means to erase or remove completely (something unwanted or unpleasant).)

75. The word 'pathetic' means-

A. hypothetic

B. sympathetic

C. tragic

D. pleasing

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Pathetic' means arousing pity, especially through vulnerability or sadness; miserable or tragic.)

76. The doctor who treats cancer is a/an-

A. cardiologist

B. neurologist

C. oncologist

D. nephrologist

Ans: C

(Explanation: An 'Oncologist' is a medical practitioner qualified to diagnose and treat tumors/cancer.)

77. The abbreviation 'pm' stands for-

A. post meridiem

B. post meridian

C. post meridium

D. past meridian

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'pm' stands for 'post meridiem', Latin for "after midday".)

78. Philanthropist means

A. A person of charity

B. a person of wide views

C. an expert

D. a man of wisdom

Ans: A

(Explanation: A 'Philanthropist' is a person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, especially by the generous donation of money to good causes/charity.)

79. Give one word for science of the structure of animal bodies-

A. Physiology

B. Anatomy

C. Biology

D. Psychology

Ans: B

(Explanation: 'Anatomy' is the branch of science concerned with the bodily structure of humans, animals, and other living organisms.)

80. A girl who is going to be married-

A. beloved

B. bridegroom

C. wife

D. bride

Ans: D

(Explanation: A 'Bride' is a woman on her wedding day or just before it.)

81. A person unable to pay his debts-

A. solvent

B. miser

C. poor

D. insolvent

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Insolvent' means unable to pay debts owed.)

82. 'Tertiary' means-

A. primary

B. territorial

C. terrible

D. third in order

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Tertiary' means third in order or level.)

84. A person who sells fruits and vegetables is called-

A. a vegetable man

B. a vegetarian

C. a green-grocer

D. a hawker

Ans: C

(Explanation: A 'Greengrocer' is a retailer of fruit and vegetables.)

85. One who is a specialist in heart and its diseases is called-.

A. a pharmacologist

B. an ophthalmologist

C. a cardiologist

D. a neurologist

Ans: C

(Explanation: A 'Cardiologist' specializes in the heart.)

86. De jure ?

A. in fact

B. in law

C. indeed

D. in action

Ans: B

(Explanation: 'De jure' is a Latin expression meaning "according to rightful entitlement or claim" or "in law".)

87. The word 'nuptial' is related to-

A. marriage

B. might

C. sleep

D. love

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Nuptial' relates to marriage or weddings.)

88. The word 'paranoia' is connected with-

A. philosophy

B. anthropology

C. theology

D. psychology

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Paranoia' is a mental condition characterized by delusions of persecution, warranting study in psychology.)

89. Drizzling means

A. Raining heavily

B. Snowing lightly

C. Raining lightly

D. Snowing heavily

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Drizzling' refers to light rain falling in very fine drops.)

90. What is the meaning of 'diehard'?

A. A dead soul

B. A dead cow

C. A strong supporter

D. A weak supporter

Ans: C

(Explanation: A 'diehard' is a person who strongly opposes change or who continues to support something in spite of opposition.)

91. The word 'genocide' means-

A. mass grave

B. mass gathering

C. mass killing

D. mass attendance

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Genocide' is the deliberate killing of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group.)

92. The word 'parsimony' means-

A. pathetic

B. miserable

C. miserliness

D. lavish

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Parsimony' means extreme unwillingness to spend money or use resources; miserliness.)

93. What does 'apartheid' refer to?

A. apart

B. distance

C. discrimination

D. dialogue

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Apartheid' was a policy or system of segregation or discrimination on grounds of race, specifically in South Africa.)

94. 'Renaissance' means the-

A. revival of learning

B. revival of life

C. revival of human rights

D. revival of medieval spirit

Ans: A

(Explanation: The 'Renaissance' was a period of European history marking the transition from the Middle Ages to modernity, characterized by a revival of interest in Classical learning and wisdom.)

95. The word 'manifestation' means-

A. presentation

B. right

C. change

D. sign

Ans: D (or A)

(Explanation: A 'manifestation' is an event, action, or object that clearly shows or embodies something, often acting as a 'sign' or symptom.)

96. The word 'mandatory' means-

A. preference

B. optional

C. choiceable

D. obligatory

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Mandatory' means required by law or rules; obligatory.)

97. The word 'pesticide' means-

A. matricide

B. fracticcide

C. insecticide

D. raticide

Ans: C

(Explanation: A 'Pesticide' is a substance used for destroying insects or other organisms harmful to cultivated plants or to animals. 'Insecticide' is the closest specific type listed.)

98. One who walks on foot?

A. traveler

B. pedestrian

C. rider

D. omnipotent

Ans: B

(Explanation: A 'Pedestrian' is a person walking along a road or in a developed area.)

99. 'In Re' ?

A. In reference to

B. In the matter of

C. In the whole

D. It is begun

Ans: B

(Explanation: 'In re' is a Latin phrase meaning "in the matter of", often used in legal contexts.)

100. 'Kindred' means-

A. relationship by birth or descent

B. social relationship

C. distant relationship

D. unaffiliated relationship

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Kindred' refers to one's family and relations; relationship by blood.)

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101. What is the meaning of the word 'Stupendous'?

A. Awesome

B. Stipend

C. Stupidity

D. Foolishness

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Stupendous' means extremely impressive or large; awesome. 'Stipend' is a salary/allowance.)

102. BROCHURE means-

A. Opening

B. Pamphlet

C. Bureau

D. Censor

Ans: B

(Explanation: A 'Brochure' is a small book or magazine containing pictures and information about a product or service, effectively a pamphlet.)

103. Cul-de-sac-

A. selection

B. dead end

C. error

D. bubble

Ans: B

(Explanation: A 'Cul-de-sac' is a street or passage closed at one end; a dead end.)

104. 'Kith and Kin' means:

A. Close relation

B. Bosom friend

C. Blood relation

D. Good relation

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Kin' refers to blood relations. While 'Kith' means friends/acquaintances, the idiom is most strongly associated with one's relations or family group.)

105. 'All at once' means:

A. suddenly

B. gradually

C. slowly

D. quickly

Ans: A

(Explanation: The idiom 'All at once' means suddenly or unexpectedly.)

106. The word 'Tributary' means-

A. Rivulet

B. Lake

C. Pond

D. Estuary

Ans: A

(Explanation: A 'Tributary' is a river or stream flowing into a larger river or lake. 'Rivulet' (a small stream) is the closest synonym among the options.)

107. What is the meaning of the word 'protrude'?

A. to stick out from something

B. to produce something

C. to prevent something

D. to provide something

Ans: A

(Explanation: To 'protrude' means to extend beyond or above a surface; to stick out.)

108. 'Speed money' refers to-

A. bribe

B. hard-earned

C. black money

D. percentage of

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Speed money' is a term used to describe a bribe paid to officials to speed up administrative processes.)

110. How do you do? is-

A. an enquiry about somebody's health

B. merely a formal greeting

C. a formal question when one meets one's friend

D. used to know the profession of a person

Ans: B

(Explanation: "How do you do?" is a formal greeting used when meeting someone for the first time. The correct response is also "How do you do?", not a report on health.)

111. The word 'electrifying' means:

A. very exciting

B. electric fire

C. electric change

D. illuminating

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Electrifying' means arousing a sudden sense of great excitement; thrilling.)

112. In the sense of dead body, we may use the word-

A. Corps

B. Corpse

C. Crops

D. Cropse

Ans: B

(Explanation: 'Corpse' means a dead body. 'Corps' refers to a main subdivision of an army (e.g., Marine Corps).)

113. In the sense of 'lack of rainfall', which of the following words is right.

A. draught

B. drought

C. draft

D. drauft

Ans: B

(Explanation: 'Drought' is a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall. 'Draught' (or draft) refers to a current of air.)

114. A doctor who studies and treats diseases of the nerve is-

A. a paediatrician

B. a nephrologist

C. an oncologist

D. a neurologist

Ans: D

(Explanation: A 'Neurologist' specializes in the nervous system. A 'Nephrologist' treats kidneys.)

115. One who mends shoes is a-

A. carpenter

B. butcher

C. cobbler

D. potter

Ans: C

(Explanation: A 'Cobbler' is a person who mends shoes as a profession.)

116. 'The French' refers to-

A. the French people

B. the French language

C. the French manners

D. the French society

Ans: A

(Explanation: Using the definite article "The" + an adjective denoting nationality (The French, The English) refers to the people of that country collectively.)

117. Animals that can live on land and water are

A. insectivorous

B. dinosaurs

C. amphibians

D. reptiles

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Amphibians' (like frogs) are capable of living both in water and on land.)

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118. What is the meaning of the word 'supersede'?

A. go faster

B. to take the place of something or somebody

C. move very fast

D. suppress

Ans: B

(Explanation: To 'supersede' means to take the place of (a person or thing previously in authority or use); to supplant.)

119. The abbreviation 'a.m.' stands for-

A. anti meridian

B. ante meridium

C. ante meridiem

D. anti meridium

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'a.m.' stands for the Latin 'ante meridiem', meaning 'before noon'.)

120. The abbreviation 'e.g.' means-

A. very important

B. for example

C. please note

D. namely

Ans: B

(Explanation: 'e.g.' stands for the Latin 'exempli gratia', meaning 'for example'. Note: 'i.e.' means 'namely' or 'that is'.)

121. The word 'tragic' means

A. pathetic

B. sympathetic

C. pleasing

D. good luck

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Tragic' means causing or characterized by extreme distress or sorrow. 'Pathetic' means arousing pity, especially through vulnerability or sadness. They are synonyms in the sense of causing sorrow.)

122. A specialist in eye diseases is called-

A. a cardiologist

B. an ophthalmologist

C. an optician

D. urologist

Ans: B

(Explanation: An 'Ophthalmologist' is a medical doctor who specializes in eye and vision care. An 'Optician' fits eyeglasses/lenses but is not a medical doctor.)

123. A person who writes about his own life writes-

A. a diary

B. short stories

C. a biography

D. an autobiography

Ans: D

(Explanation: An 'Autobiography' is a self-written life story.)

124. 'Excuse me, gentlemen!'-'Excuse me' is used to-

A. apologise

B. draw attention

C. beg pardon

D. express disgust

Ans: B

(Explanation: In this context (addressing a group), "Excuse me" is used to interrupt or draw attention politely.)

125. A word which can be interpreted in more than one way is-

A. anachronistic

B. confusing

C. ambiguous

D. foolish

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Ambiguous' means open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.)

126. Cosmology deals with:

A. Creation of the universe

B. Origin of life

C. Cell formation

D. Origin of plants

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'Cosmology' is the science of the origin and development of the universe.)

127. He started at day-break. Here the word 'day-break' means-

A. evening

B. morning

C. mid-day

D. night

Ans: B

(Explanation: 'Day-break' is the time in the morning when the first light appears; dawn.)

128. Which of the following is a formal word?

A. Dad

B. Mum

C. Mother

D. Sassy

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Mother' is the formal term. Dad/Mum are informal terms.)

129. One who converts raw hide into leather is a/an-

A. tanner

B. usurer

C. plumber

D. janitor

Ans: A

(Explanation: A 'Tanner' is a person who tans animal hides to make leather.)

130. The word 'Quorum' means

A. number

B. required number

C. allowed number

D. additional number

Ans: B

(Explanation: A 'Quorum' is the minimum number of members of an assembly or society that must be present at any of its meetings to make the proceedings of that meeting valid.)

131. 'Flora' means-

A. elaborate decoration with flowers

B. all the flowers of an area

C. a garland of flowers

D. the plants of a particular area

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Flora' refers to the plants of a particular region, habitat, or geological period. 'Fauna' refers to the animals.)

132. 'Alien' means

A. One living in a foreign

B. A foreigner

C. A stranger from abroad

D. A man who lives for another country.

Ans: B

(Explanation: An 'Alien' is a person belonging to a foreign country or nation.)

133. 'On behalf of' means:

A. Act for

B. Act upon

C. Act on

D. Act to

Ans: A

(Explanation: "On behalf of" means as a representative of or acting for someone.)

134. 'A few' is a

A. positive term

B. negative term

C. meaningless term

D. none of the above

Ans: A

(Explanation: 'A few' means "some" (positive implication: I have a few friends = I have some). 'Few' means "hardly any" (negative implication: I have few friends = I am lonely).)

135. The study of origin of words is called:

A. anthology

B. epitaph

C. vocabulary

D. etymology

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Etymology' is the study of the origin of words and the way in which their meanings have changed throughout history.)

136. Which of the following is informal?

A. Mother

B. Father

C. Mummy

D. Parent

Ans: C

(Explanation: 'Mummy' is an affectionate, informal term for mother.)

137. The meaning of 'yield' is

A. produce

B. youth

C. controlled

D. refuse

Ans: A

(Explanation: As a verb, to 'yield' means to produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or industrial product).)

138. The word 'blasphemy' is related to-

A. appreciation of God and religion

B. Islam

C. Buddhism

D. lack of respect to God and religion

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Blasphemy' is the act or offense of speaking sacrilegiously about God or sacred things.)

139. A taxi ran into the back of a bus.

A. caught up

B. passed

C. met

D. collided

Ans: D

(Explanation: To "run into" means to collide with.)

140. The union threatened a strike but called it off at the last minute.

A. showcased

B. informed everyone

C. cancelled

D. rescheduled

Ans: C

(Explanation: To "call off" something is to cancel it.)

141. "He is not present in the class. He must be sick". Here 'must be' expresses-

A. certainty

B. obligation

C. possiblity

D. intention

Ans: A

(Explanation: Here, "must be" is used to express a logical deduction or strong certainty based on evidence (his absence).)

142. 'It is high time you tried for a job' The sentence expresses-

A. command

B. advice

C. request

D. order

Ans: B

(Explanation: The phrase "It is high time" is used to suggest strongly that something should be done (advice/strong suggestion).)

143. The word reliance means-

A. independence

B. sub-ordination

C. disbelief

D. dependence

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Reliance' is the state of depending on or trusting in something or someone.)

144. What is the meaning of the word 'Viva voce'?

A. face to face

B. interview

C. examination

D. orally

Ans: D

(Explanation: 'Viva voce' is a Latin phrase literally meaning "with the living voice", i.e., orally or by word of mouth.)

145. 'Procession' is a term.

A. mythological

B. religious

C. political

D. banking

Ans: C

(Explanation: While processions can be religious, in the context of general knowledge questions (especially in South Asia), it is often categorized as a political term referring to rallies or marches.)

146. A mental illness in which somebody has a strong desire, which they cannot control to steal things' is expressed by-

A. insomnia

B. kleptomania

C. anemia

D. amnesia

Ans: B

(Explanation: 'Kleptomania' is the recurrent inability to resist urges to steal items.)

147. The word 'misogynist' means-

A. one who hates women

B. one who loves women

C. one who kills women

D. one who praises women

Ans: A

(Explanation: A 'Misogynist' is a person who dislikes, despises, or is strongly prejudiced against women.)

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