Question 1 of 100
You are a traffic officer and illegal parking is causing accidents. What should you prioritize?
A
Ignore first-time offenders
B
Issue warnings only
C
Take strict legal action
D
Wait for complaints
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Question 2 of 100
A man buys 4 pencils and 3 erasers for ₹ 58. If a pencil costs ₹ 8, what is the cost of an eraser?
A
6
B
7
C
8
D
9
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Question 3 of 100
What comes next? ZX, YW, XV, ?
A
UT
B
WU
C
TS
D
VU
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Question 4 of 100
Direction: Study the following information carefully and answer the question given below.
Eight companies – TCS, Wipro, IBM, Oracle, Capgemini, Accenture, TechM and Cognizant – have offices on different
floors of an 8-storey building. The bottommost floor is numbered 1 and the topmost floor is numbered 8. Oracle is on
the 6th floor . Cognizant is not on an even -numbered floor . TechM is immediate above Accenture. At least two
companies are above TechM. Wipro and IBM is neighbour of TCS. Neither Wipro nor IBM is adjacent to Oracle.
Capgemini is on an even-numbered floor and not adjacent to Oracle. How many floors are above IBM?
A
Three
B
Four
C
Five
D
Six
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Question 5 of 100
Complete the analogy.
CF : EH :: GJ : ?
A
KM
B
HK
C
IL
D
JM
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Question 6 of 100
Bengaluru event: October 8, Hyderabad event: October 30 Chennai event date is a perfect cube between them.
What is the date?
A
October 16
B
October 27
C
October 18
D
October 25
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Question 7 of 100
If 5 # 4 = 41, then 6 # 3 = ?
A
45
B
36
C
39
D
48
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Question 8 of 100
If LIGHT is coded as MJHIU, how is SOUND written?
A
TPVOE
B
TPWPF
C
TOVNE
D
SPVNE
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Question 9 of 100
By rearranging the letters of 'INTEGRAL', we get a meaningful English word of eight letters.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8I N T E G R A L
A
12784563
B
64873125
C
31786452
D
67318254
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Question 10 of 100
Complete the series: 5, 11, 23, 47, ?
A
95
B
96
C
94
D
93
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Question 11 of 100
Choose the address exactly the same as given below.
Flat No. 27, Block B, Rohini, Delhi - 110085
A
Flat No. 27, Block B, Rohinl, Delhi - 110085
B
Flat No. 27, Block 8, Rohini, Delhi - 110085
C
Flat No. 27, Block B, Rohini, Delhi - 110085
D
Flat No. 72, Block B, Rohini, Delhi - 110085
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Question 12 of 100
Find the missing number: 4, 9, 15, 22, ?
A
35
B
36
C
30
D
49
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Question 13 of 100
Statement:
1. Some flowers are red.
2. No red is blue.
Conclusions:
I. Some flowers are not blue.
II. All blue are red.
A
Only I follows
B
Only II follows
C
Both follow
D
Neither follows
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Question 14 of 100
Statement:
1. All teachers are graduates.
2. Some graduates are artists.
3. All artists are singers.
Conclusions:
I. Some teachers are singers.
II. Some graduates are singers.
A
Only I follows
B
Only II follows
C
Both follow
D
Neither follows
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Question 15 of 100
If BAT is coded as 2120, what is the code for CAT?
A
3120
B
23120
C
32120
D
3121
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Question 16 of 100
What is the next number in the series? 2, 6, 12, 20, ?
A
36
B
28
C
32
D
30
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Question 17 of 100
Which roll number is a perfect cube?
A
344
B
324
C
256
D
512
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Question 18 of 100
Which one is not like the others?
A
Table
B
Chair
C
Sofa
D
Liver
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Question 19 of 100
In a code language, TABLE becomes SZAKD, what is the code for CHAIR?
A
BGZHQ
B
BGZIQ
C
BGYHQ
D
BGZHP
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Question 20 of 100
What comes next in the series? C, F, I, L, ?
A
O
B
P
C
Q
D
N
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Question 21 of 100
Find the odd one out:
A
C++
B
Java
C
Python
D
Windows
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Question 22 of 100
Find the missing term in the series.
144, 169, 196, 225, ?
A
256
B
289
C
324
D
361
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Question 23 of 100
Alphanumeric Series: R 4 % T 9 K 2 A # 7 P 1 M & 8 Z Q * 3 L
What is the third element to the right of the 6th element from left?
A
A
B
#
C
7
D
P
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Question 24 of 100
If 8 @ 3 = 19, then 6 @ 4 = ?
A
20
B
18
C
24
D
22
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Question 25 of 100
Statement:
A school is facing frequent bullying incidents.
Course of Action:
1. Appoint a counsellor .
2. Close the school permanently.
A
Only 1 follows
B
Only 2 follows
C
Both follow
D
Neither follows
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Question 26 of 100
In which year was the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) in India formed?
A
2000
B
2005
C
2009
D
2012
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Question 27 of 100
Which government scheme aims to provide financial assistance to women Self-Help Groups (SHGs)?
A
Rashtriya Mahila Kosh (RMK)
B
Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM)
C
Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)
D
Mahila E-Haat
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Question 28 of 100
Who was the first Tirthankara of Jainism?
A
Parshvanath
B
Rishabhadev
C
Sambhavnath
D
Chandraprabha
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Question 29 of 100
Who gave the scarcity definition of economics?
A
Adam Smith
B
P .A. Samuelson
C
Alfred Marshall
D
Lionel Robbins
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Question 30 of 100
All eukaryotic cells are supported structurally by an internal network of proteins known as:
A
cytoskeleton
B
nucleus
C
mitochondria
D
ribosomes
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Question 31 of 100
To which level of government do taxes on railway fares and freights accrue?
A
Union
B
State
C
Municipal Corporation
D
Panchayat
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Question 32 of 100
The policies of Lord Curzon as Viceroy of India (1899-1905) are often viewed as a mix of progressive reforms and
measures aimed at consolidating British control.
Which of the following best exemplifies a policy that was primarily intended to strengthen British administration and
strategic interests?
A
The establishment of the Imperial Department of Agriculture to promote agricultural research and education.
B
The reorganization of the police and the establishment of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
C
The introduction of reforms in the education system, including the Universities Act of 1904.
D
The preservation of ancient monuments and the establishment of the Archaeological Survey of India.
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Question 33 of 100
Which of the following is the objective of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam?
A
Reduce the role of evidence in trials
B
Ensure admissibility of modern evidence
C
Make only physical evidence valid
D
Allow anonymous evidence without checks
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Question 34 of 100
Which river, called the Lion's Mouth or Singi Khamban in Tibet, flows northwest between Ladakh and Zaskar, cuts
a gorge near Gilgit, and enters Pakistan near Nanga Parbat?
A
Shayok River
B
Sutlej River
C
Indus River
D
Galvan River
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Question 35 of 100
FDI is a part of which reform pillar?
A
Liberalisation
B
Privatisation
C
Globalisation
D
Nationalisation
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Question 36 of 100
'Jinnah: His Successes, Failures and Role in History' was authored by?
A
H.M. Seervai
B
Ishtiaq Ahmed
C
Maulana Azad
D
Rafiq Zakaria
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Question 37 of 100
Rani Gaidinliu was known as a 'Naga spiritual and political leader' who led a fierce armed rebellion against the
British in which region of Northeast India?
A
Arunachal Pradesh (Naga Hills)
B
Meghalaya (Khasi Hills)
C
Manipur (Naga Hills)
D
Mizoram (Lushai Hills)
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Question 38 of 100
Consider the following details about the 36th National Games of India:
1. It was held in 2022 in Gujarat across six cities.
2. Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, and Bhavnagar hosted the events.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
A
Only statement 1 is correct
B
Only statement 2 is correct
C
Both statements 1 and 2 are correct
D
Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
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Question 39 of 100
What was the main focus of India's Sixth Five-Year Plan (1980-1985)?
A
Heavy industrialization and capital goods
B
Food self-sufficiency through agriculture
C
Poverty alleviation and modernization of technology
D
Economic liberalization and globalization
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Question 40 of 100
Which among the following was NOT a Mughal provincial capital?
A
Lahore
B
Allahabad
C
Ajmer
D
Bidar
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Question 41 of 100
Which Article provides the President with the power to declare Financial Emergency?
A
Article 352
B
Article 356
C
Article 360
D
Article 365
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Question 42 of 100
Which two gases dominate Earth's surface atmosphere?
A
O2 & Ar
B
N2 & Ne
C
N2 & O2
D
O2 & Ne
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Question 43 of 100
A sound wave travels from air into water . How do its speed and wavelength change?
A
Speed increases, wavelength decreases.
B
Speed decreases, wavelength increases.
C
Speed increases, wavelength increases.
D
Speed decreases, wavelength decreases.
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Question 44 of 100
What is the significance of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station?
A
It will be India's first lunar base
B
It will be India's space station in orbit
C
It is a deep-space observatory
D
It aims to mine asteroids
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Question 45 of 100
Who was the Solicitor General of India in 2024, who was re-appointed in 2023?
A
Ranjit Kumar
B
Mukul Rohatgi
C
Tushar Mehta
D
K.K. Venugopal
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Question 46 of 100
Which of the following Mughal emperors was responsible for the construction of the Red Fort in Delhi?
A
Babur
B
Akbar
C
Shah Jahan
D
Aurangzeb
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Question 47 of 100
"Yakshagana" is a traditional folk dance from which state?
A
Karnataka
B
Gujarat
C
Odisha
D
West Bengal
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Question 48 of 100
What is the term for a successful shot in basketball where the ball goes directly through the hoop?
A
Slam dunk
B
Swish
C
Layup
D
Alley-oop
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Question 49 of 100
Which of the following statements is/are INCORRECT regarding the density of roads in India?
A. Level of economic development and terrain are the determinants of road density in a region.
B. Road density is higher in the North-Eastern states than in the Southern states of India.
C. Road density of Kerala is higher than the average national road density.
A
A only
B
B only
C
C only
D
Both B and C
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Question 50 of 100
What is the proportion of 'Juvenile Population' (0-14 years) in India, as per 2011 Census?
A
29.33% of total population
B
30.76% of total population
C
27.64% of total population
D
33.54% of total population
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Question 51 of 100
Solve: (34.12)² – 7396
A
– 6231.8256
B
6231.8256
C
– 9251.8256
D
9251.8256
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Question 52 of 100
The production of bottles rose to 26000 from 16000 in 2 years. Find the rate of growth per annum.
A
26.47%
B
37.47%
C
28.47%
D
27.47%
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Question 53 of 100
Rs. 1500 is lent out at 6% per annum simple interest for 3 years. Find the amount after 3 years.
A
1900
B
2000
C
1600
D
1770
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Question 54 of 100
Suraj travels at a speed of 30 kmph. Find the distance covered by him in 72 seconds.
A
650 m
B
600 m
C
450 m
D
700 m
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Question 55 of 100
A rectangular parallelepiped has dimensions in arithmetic progression. If the sum of its dimensions is 21 cm and
the volume is 168 cm³, find its dimensions.
A
4 cm, 7 cm, 10 cm
B
3 cm, 7 cm, 11 cm
C
5 cm, 6 cm, 10 cm
D
2 cm, 7 cm, 12 cm
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Question 56 of 100
The angle subtended by an arc at the center is 72°, and its length is 22 cm. Find the radius of the circle.
A
17.5 cm
B
11 cm
C
10 cm
D
8.75 cm
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Question 57 of 100
A man spends 30% of his salary on rent, 20% on groceries, and 25% on other expenses. If he saves Rs. 9,000, what
is his salary?
A
Rs. 24,000
B
Rs. 27,000
C
Rs. 30,000
D
Rs. 36,000
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Question 58 of 100
A store offers a "25% off" discount but charges 5% VAT on the discounted price. If the marked price is Rs. 1600,
what is the final amount paid?
A
Rs. 1200
B
Rs. 1260
C
Rs. 1275
D
Rs. 1320
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Question 59 of 100
A car covers three equal distances at speeds of 30 km/h, 45 km/h, and 90 km/h, respectively. What is the average
speed of the car for the entire journey?
A
50 km/h
B
48 km/h
C
60 km/h
D
45 km/h
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Question 60 of 100
A 40-litres mixture of acid and water contains acid and water in the ratio 3:1. 8 litres of this mixture is removed
and replaced with another solution of acid and water in the ratio 1:3. What is the final ratio of acid to water in the
resulting mixture?
A
1:1
B
13:7
C
13:5
D
5:3
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Question 61 of 100
Lalit can finish a work in 15 days. Laxman can finish the same work in 25 days. They work together for 5 days. If
the rest of the work is finished by Lalit and Deven in 4 days, then in how many days can Deven alone finish the work?
A
30 days
B
25 days
C
21 days
D
20 days
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Question 62 of 100
The volumes of two right circular cylinders have a ratio of 2:3. If the radii of these cylinders are in the ratio of 1:2,
what is the ratio of their heights?
A
1:3
B
3:4
C
4:3
D
8:3
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Question 63 of 100
If a prism's height is tripled while the base area remains constant, what happens to the volume?
A
Doubled
B
Tripled
C
Quadrupled
D
Remains same
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Question 64 of 100
A cone is melted and recast into another cone with half the radius. Find the new height if the original height was
12 cm.
A
48 cm
B
36 cm
C
24 cm
D
18 cm
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Question 65 of 100
In ∆ABC, right-angled at C, if sin A = 5/13, then cos B = ?
A
5/13
B
2/13
C
7/13
D
9/13
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Question 66 of 100
Convert 3° to radians.
A
5π/180
B
5π/360
C
π/60
D
π/180
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Question 67 of 100
If A + B = 90°, and sin A = 5/13, then what is cos B?
A
5/13
B
12/13
C
13/5
D
1
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Question 68 of 100
At an intersection of two lines, two angles are vertically opposite. If one of the angles measures 45°, what is the
measure of the other angle?
A
45°
B
90°
C
135°
D
180°
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Question 69 of 100
The Incenter of a triangle is located at (3, 4). The length of the altitude from the Incenter to side AB is 2 units.
What is the radius of the triangle's incircle?
A
2 units
B
3 units
C
4 units
D
5 units
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Question 70 of 100
Given, x = √3, what is (x + 1)² + (x–1)²?
A
8
B
7
C
9
D
6
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Question 71 of 100
If in triangle ABC, DE || BC and AD/DB = 1/2, and AE = 5 cm, then EC is:
A
2.5 cm
B
5 cm
C
10 cm
D
7.5 cm
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Question 72 of 100
Chord AB and chord CD are equal and subtend angles of 50° and x° at the center respectively. Find x.
A
25°
B
50°
C
75°
D
100°
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Question 73 of 100
What is the area of the segment formed by a chord in a circle of radius 10 cm, if the angle subtended at the center
is 90°?
A
25π – 50
B
50π – 50
C
100π – 50
D
25π – 25
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Question 74 of 100
If tan A = 3/4, find sin A.
A
3/5
B
4/5
C
5/3
D
5/4
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Question 75 of 100
A can complete a task in 30 days, and B can complete the same task in 40 days. They work together for 10 days,
and then C joins them and completes the remaining work in 5 days. How long will C alone take to complete the task?
A
25 days
B
26 days
C
40 days
D
27 days
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Question 76 of 100
Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence:
This building is more taller than the one constructed last year .
A
most taller than
B
more tall than
C
taller than
D
tallest than
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Question 77 of 100
Choose the correct meaning of idiom:
Make ends meet
A
To achieve great financial success
B
To manage one's expenses within one's income
C
To borrow money from multiple sources
D
To suddenly become very wealthy
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Question 78 of 100
A sentence is provided in direct speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys
the sentence in its corresponding indirect speech.
He said, "I am going to the market now."
A
He said that he was going to the market then.
B
He said that he is going to the market now.
C
He told that he was going to the market then.
D
He said that he will go to the market then.
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Question 79 of 100
Fill in the blank with the correctly spelt word.
The doctor recommended a ________ diet for the patient recovering from surgery.
A
nutritious
B
nutricious
C
nutritous
D
nutriteous
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Question 80 of 100
Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word:
The bank approved her loan application without delay.
A
The children played on the grassy bank beside the river .
B
The bank interest rates were revised this quarter .
C
She approached the bank manager for financial advice.
D
The bank's new branch opened in the city centre.
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Question 81 of 100
Rearrange the following sentences to form a meaningful passage:
1. Photosynthesis converts sunlight into chemical energy stored in glucose.
2. Plants absorb carbon dioxide and water to carry out this reaction.
3. This process is fundamental to almost all life on Earth.
4. The oxygen released as a byproduct sustains aerobic organisms.
A
1-2-4-3
B
2-3-1-4
C
3-1-2-4
D
1-3-2-4
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Question 82 of 100
What does the idiom "burn the midnight oil" mean?
A
To work or study late into the night
B
To waste resources unnecessarily
C
To start a project with great enthusiasm
D
To give up on a difficult task
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Question 83 of 100
Choose the correct one-word substitute for: 'A person who collects and studies postage stamps'.
A
Numismatist
B
Philatelist
C
Cartographer
D
Philanthropist
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Question 84 of 100
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: BENEVOLENT
A
Charitable
B
Hostile
C
Indifferent
D
Greedy
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Question 85 of 100
Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. Opulent
A
Wealthy
B
Luxurious
C
Impoverished
D
Ostentatious
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Question 86 of 100
Find the part of the sentence that contains an error:
The workshop aims at providing participants (1)/ with useful informations (2)/ about digital marketing (3)/ in the
current era. (4)/
A
(1)
B
(2)
C
(3)
D
(4)
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Question 87 of 100
A sentence is provided in indirect speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately
conveys the sentence in its corresponding direct speech.
The principal announced that the annual sports day would be held on the following Friday.
A
The principal announced, "The annual sports day will be held next Friday."
B
The principal said, "The annual sports day is held on the following Friday."
C
The principal said, "The annual sports day would be held on the following Friday."
D
The principal announced, "The annual sports day will be held on Friday."
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Question 88 of 100
Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence:
The committee made several important advices to improve the project.
A
several important advice
B
several important suggestions
C
many important advices
D
some important advices
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Question 89 of 100
Change the following from active to passive:
The teacher has explained the concept clearly.
A
The concept was clearly explained by the teacher .
B
The concept had been clearly explained by the teacher .
C
The concept has been clearly explained by the teacher .
D
The concept is being clearly explained by the teacher .
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Question 90 of 100
Choose the correct one-word substitute for: 'The study of handwriting and character analysis'.
A
Genealogy
B
Graphology
C
Numerology
D
Chronology
Clear Selection
Question 91 of 100
Spot the correct spelling of the branch of science dealing with the classification of organisms.
A
Taxonamy
B
Taxanomy
C
Taxonomy
D
Taxsonomy
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Question 92 of 100
Rearrange the following sentences in correct order to make a logical passage:
1. The audit team reviewed all financial transactions for irregularities.
2. Discrepancies were identified and reported to the management.
3. An external audit of the organisation was commissioned.
4. Corrective measures were subsequently implemented.
A
1-2-3-4
B
3-1-2-4
C
2-1-4-3
D
3-2-1-4
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Question 93 of 100
Identify the tense and voice used in the sentence:
"The development of submersibles and remotely operated vehicles enabled researchers to venture into the hadal
zones..."
Read the passage and answer the questions:
The vast expanse of the world's oceans has long captivated the human imagination, representing one of Earth's final
unexplored frontiers. Despite covering more than seventy percent of the planet's surface, the deep ocean remains
shrouded in mystery, with s cientists estimating that less than twenty percent of its floor has been systematically
charted.
The modern era of oceanographic exploration was catalysed in the mid -20th century by remarkable technological
breakthroughs. The development of submersibles and remotely operated vehicles enabled researchers to venture into
the hadal zones — regions descending beyond six thousand metres — revealing astonishing ecosystems sustained by
hydrothermal vents rather than sunlight. These discoveries fundamentally challenged established notions of life's
dependence on solar energy.
Throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries, satellite technology and autonomous underwater vehicles have
dramatically accelerated the pace of marine cartography. The discovery of vast underwater mountain ranges,
submerged canyons, and previously unk nown species has reshaped our understanding of biological diversity.
Furthermore, oceanographic research has illuminated the ocean's pivotal role in regulating the planet's climate by
absorbing excess carbon dioxide and distributing thermal energy across hemispheres.
Yet, despite these monumental advances, the oceans remain profoundly vulnerable to anthropogenic pressures —
pollution, overfishing, and acidification pose existential threats to marine biodiversity. The trajectory of ocean science
thus carries an urgent imperative: to understand these ecosystems fully before irreversible degradation renders such
knowledge obsolete.
A
Past Perfect Active
B
Simple Past Active
C
Present Perfect Passive
D
Past Continuous Active
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Question 94 of 100
What grammatical function does the phrase "revealing astonishing ecosystems sustained by hydrothermal vents"
serve in the sentence?
"...enabled researchers to venture into the hadal zones — regions descending beyond six thousand metres — revealing
astonishing ecosystems sustained by hydrothermal vents rather than sunlight."
Read the passage and answer the questions:
The vast expanse of the world's oceans has long captivated the human imagination, representing one of Earth's final
unexplored frontiers. Despite covering more than seventy percent of the planet's surface, the deep ocean remains
shrouded in mystery, with s cientists estimating that less than twenty percent of its floor has been systematically
charted.
The modern era of oceanographic exploration was catalysed in the mid -20th century by remarkable technological
breakthroughs. The development of submersibles and remotely operated vehicles enabled researchers to venture into
the hadal zones — regions descending beyond six thousand metres — revealing astonishing ecosystems sustained by
hydrothermal vents rather than sunlight. These discoveries fundamentally challenged established notions of life's
dependence on solar energy.
Throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries, satellite technology and autonomous underwater vehicles have
dramatically accelerated the pace of marine cartography. The discovery of vast underwater mountain ranges,
submerged canyons, and previously unk nown species has reshaped our understanding of biological diversity.
Furthermore, oceanographic research has illuminated the ocean's pivotal role in regulating the planet's climate by
absorbing excess carbon dioxide and distributing thermal energy across hemispheres.
Yet, despite these monumental advances, the oceans remain profoundly vulnerable to anthropogenic pressures —
pollution, overfishing, and acidification pose existential threats to marine biodiversity. The trajectory of ocean science
thus carries an urgent imperative: to understand these ecosystems fully before irreversible degradation renders such
knowledge obsolete.
A
Noun phrase functioning as the subject
B
Adjective clause modifying "hadal zones"
C
Participial phrase acting as an adverbial modifier
D
Gerund phrase functioning as the direct object
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Question 95 of 100
In the passage, what is the closest meaning of the word "illuminated"?
Read the passage and answer the questions:
The vast expanse of the world's oceans has long captivated the human imagination, representing one of Earth's final
unexplored frontiers. Despite covering more than seventy percent of the planet's surface, the deep ocean remains
shrouded in mystery, with s cientists estimating that less than twenty percent of its floor has been systematically
charted.
The modern era of oceanographic exploration was catalysed in the mid -20th century by remarkable technological
breakthroughs. The development of submersibles and remotely operated vehicles enabled researchers to venture into
the hadal zones — regions descending beyond six thousand metres — revealing astonishing ecosystems sustained by
hydrothermal vents rather than sunlight. These discoveries fundamentally challenged established notions of life's
dependence on solar energy.
Throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries, satellite technology and autonomous underwater vehicles have
dramatically accelerated the pace of marine cartography. The discovery of vast underwater mountain ranges,
submerged canyons, and previously unk nown species has reshaped our understanding of biological diversity.
Furthermore, oceanographic research has illuminated the ocean's pivotal role in regulating the planet's climate by
absorbing excess carbon dioxide and distributing thermal energy across hemispheres.
Yet, despite these monumental advances, the oceans remain profoundly vulnerable to anthropogenic pressures —
pollution, overfishing, and acidification pose existential threats to marine biodiversity. The trajectory of ocean science
thus carries an urgent imperative: to understand these ecosystems fully before irreversible degradation renders such
knowledge obsolete.
A
Decorated
B
Concealed
C
Revealed
D
Replaced
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Question 96 of 100
What is the meaning of the word "anthropogenic" as used in the context:
"...the oceans remain profoundly vulnerable to anthropogenic pressures..."
Read the passage and answer the questions:
The vast expanse of the world's oceans has long captivated the human imagination, representing one of Earth's final
unexplored frontiers. Despite covering more than seventy percent of the planet's surface, the deep ocean remains
shrouded in mystery, with s cientists estimating that less than twenty percent of its floor has been systematically
charted.
The modern era of oceanographic exploration was catalysed in the mid -20th century by remarkable technological
breakthroughs. The development of submersibles and remotely operated vehicles enabled researchers to venture into
the hadal zones — regions descending beyond six thousand metres — revealing astonishing ecosystems sustained by
hydrothermal vents rather than sunlight. These discoveries fundamentally challenged established notions of life's
dependence on solar energy.
Throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries, satellite technology and autonomous underwater vehicles have
dramatically accelerated the pace of marine cartography. The discovery of vast underwater mountain ranges,
submerged canyons, and previously unk nown species has reshaped our understanding of biological diversity.
Furthermore, oceanographic research has illuminated the ocean's pivotal role in regulating the planet's climate by
absorbing excess carbon dioxide and distributing thermal energy across hemispheres.
Yet, despite these monumental advances, the oceans remain profoundly vulnerable to anthropogenic pressures —
pollution, overfishing, and acidification pose existential threats to marine biodiversity. The trajectory of ocean science
thus carries an urgent imperative: to understand these ecosystems fully before irreversible degradation renders such
knowledge obsolete.
A
Naturally occurring
B
Caused by human activity
C
Related to ancient civilisations
D
Environmentally beneficial
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Question 97 of 100
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Which of the following best captures the overall tone of the passage?
Read the passage and answer the questions:
The vast expanse of the world's oceans has long captivated the human imagination, representing one of Earth's final
unexplored frontiers. Despite covering more than seventy percent of the planet's surface, the deep ocean remains
shrouded in mystery, with s cientists estimating that less than twenty percent of its floor has been systematically
charted.
The modern era of oceanographic exploration was catalysed in the mid -20th century by remarkable technological
breakthroughs. The development of submersibles and remotely operated vehicles enabled researchers to venture into
the hadal zones — regions descending beyond six thousand metres — revealing astonishing ecosystems sustained by
hydrothermal vents rather than sunlight. These discoveries fundamentally challenged established notions of life's
dependence on solar energy.
Throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries, satellite technology and autonomous underwater vehicles have
dramatically accelerated the pace of marine cartography. The discovery of vast underwater mountain ranges,
submerged canyons, and previously unk nown species has reshaped our understanding of biological diversity.
Furthermore, oceanographic research has illuminated the ocean's pivotal role in regulating the planet's climate by
absorbing excess carbon dioxide and distributing thermal energy across hemispheres.
Yet, despite these monumental advances, the oceans remain profoundly vulnerable to anthropogenic pressures —
pollution, overfishing, and acidification pose existential threats to marine biodiversity. The trajectory of ocean science
thus carries an urgent imperative: to understand these ecosystems fully before irreversible degradation renders such
knowledge obsolete.
A
Pessimistic and despairing
B
Celebratory and optimistic
C
Informative and cautionary
D
Indifferent and detached
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Question 98 of 100
Which spelling is correct for a word meaning 'the quality of being thankful'?
A
Grattitude
B
Gratittude
C
Gratitude
D
Grattittude
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Question 99 of 100
Choose the correct phrasal verb:
The organising committee decided to _____ the annual conference due to unforeseen circumstances.
A
put off
B
put on
C
put up
D
put by
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Question 100 of 100
Convert the sentence provided below from its passive voice structure to an active voice structure:
The ancient ruins were believed to have been built by an unknown civilisation.
A
An unknown civilisation was believed to build the ancient ruins.
B
People believed that an unknown civilisation built the ancient ruins.
C
It was believed that the ancient ruins had been built by someone unknown.
D
It is believed that an unknown civilisation had built the ancient ruins.
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