Sentences Test 55

The word that has same meaning as the italicized word in both the sentences is option E 'train'. Train means to point or aim something at, may be a gun or a camera. Train can also be used for a line or queue of animals moving together. Sentence I means that commander gave order to train guns at enemy positions. Sentence II means the train of ducklings was following the man. Option A 'retinue' means group of people travelling with an important person. Option B 'array' means arrangement. Option C 'target' means person, object or place selected as aim of an attack. Option D 'turn' means to change direction. Thus, options A, B, C and D are incorrect and correct option is Option E, train.

The word that has same meaning as the italicized word in both the sentences is Option B, distant. Distant refers to a reserved person. It also means far away. Context of sentence I is that his reserved or distant behaviour is indication of his arrogance. Sentence II means during our field visits we visited distant parts of Rajasthan, i.e: parts which were faraway. Option A 'inner' means.internal or interior. Option C 'far-off' is a place at a great distance. Option D 'introvert' is a person who speaks less. So, options A, C and D are incorrect options and the correct answer is option B, distant.

• The word that has same context as the italicized word in both the sentences is Option C, familiar. Familiar means well known for long or close. The context of sentence I is that it was difficult to find the man as he was not familiar with the place. Sentence II means two articles had something in common i.e: they meaning the same. Option A 'similar' means having resemblance. Option B 'known' means recognized. Option D 'resembling' means having similar appearance. So, all these options A, B and D cannot be used for both the sentences I and II together. So, the best fit is Option C, familiar.

The word that has same meaning as the italicized word in both the sentences is option E 'accommodate'. Accommodate means to provide space in a building or some area. It also means to change oneself or the behavior to suit other conditions.  The context of sentence I is that more than 1 lakh spectators can be accommodated in the stadium. Second sentence means that Deepak was willing to accommodate his itinerary with other person i.e: change according to other person. Option A 'hold' means to grasp. Option B 'arrange' means to put in order. Option C 'view' means outlook or prospect. Option D 'participate' means to take part. So, none of these options A, B, C and D fit in both the sentences together. So, the best fit is Option E, accommodate.

The word that has same meaning as the italicized word in both the sentences is Option C 'pilot'. Pilot is the person who flies the aircraft. Pilot also means to direct the ship into a port. Sentence I means that the pilot was responsible for the crash. The context of sentence II is that the captain continued to pilot the vessel out of danger. Option A 'driver' is the person who drives. Option B 'guide' means to show the way. Option D 'navigate' means to find a way from one place to another. Thus, options A, B and D are incorrect options and correct answer is Option C 'pilot'.

Option B 'Biography' is a life history of a person written by another. Option A 'Autobiography' is the life story written by that person himself or herself. Option C 'Bibliography' is the list of books of a specific author or publisher. Option D 'Memoir' is a book or any piece of writing based on a writer's knowledge on person, events etc. Thus, the correct answer is Option B, Biography.

The word for the phrase 'List of headings of a business to be transacted at a meeting' is Option B, Agenda. Option A 'Schedule' is the list of planned activities with date and time. Option C 'Proceedings' is the series of events that happen in a planned and controlled way. Option D 'Excerpts' is a short part taken from book, speech or film. Thus, options A, C and D are incorrect and the correct word for the given phrase is Option B, Agenda.

'A gift left by will'  is Option C, Legacy.  Option A, 'Alimony' is the regular amount of money which the court orders the partner to pay after separation or divorce. Option B 'Parimony' is the monthly installment of funds from parents to children after moving out. Option D 'Property' is things belonging to someone. Thus, options A, B and D are incorrect options and the correct word for the given phrase is Option C, Legacy.

Option C 'Hijacker' is the word for the phrase 'one who forcibly seizes control of a bus or an aircraft'.  Option A 'Pirate' means one who attacks and robs the ship in a sea. Option B 'Swindler' means a fraud. Option D 'Pilferer' means  a thief who steals without violence. Thus, options A, B and D are incorrect and correct answer is option C, Hijacker..

'Person who pilots or travels in a balloon, airship or other aircraft' is called Aeronaut, Option A. Option B, 'Astronaut' is a person who is trained to travel in a spacecraft. Option C, 'Aerobats' are spectacular stunts, such as rolls and loops, performed in an airplane or glider. Option D, 'Acrobat' is an entertainer who performs gymnastic feats. Thus., options B, C and D are incorrect options and the correct word for the given phrase is Option A, 'Aeronaut'.