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  • Question 1
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    Choose the word(s) which has the same meaning and can be used in the same context as the italicized word/phrase in both the given sentences.
    I. Every confession must be made in the name of God.
    II. The concept of not allowing entry into the public places or temples, merely owing to caste barriers, is against humanity.
    Solution
    'Admission', option D is the word that has same meaning as the italicized word in both the sentences. Admission means entry or access. It also means acceptance or acknowledgement. Sentence I means that every acceptance that we make should be made in the name of God. Sentence II means that barring admission of people in public places or temples in name of caste is against humanity. Option A 'appearance' means the way one looks. Option B 'disclosure' means revelation or news. Option C 'permission' means consent. Thus, A, B and C are incorrect options and the most apt option is Option D, admission. 

  • Question 2
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    Choose the word(s) which has the same meaning and can be used in the same context as the italicized word/phrase in both the given sentences.
    I. I saw your photo with that fat fellow.
    II. I cannot do this work, was my instantaneous reply.
    Solution
    The correct option that fits in both the sentences is Option B, stout. Stout means fat or plump person. It also means brave or bold. The sentence I means that I saw your photo with a stout or a fat person. Sentence II means, I replied boldly that I cannot do this work. Option A, plump means fat or chubby person. Option C 'bulky' means heavy.  So, A and B do not fit in sentence II. Option D 'curt' is used in reference to someone's speech which is blunt and rude. Option D doesn't fit in the sentence I. Thus, the apt is Option B, stout.
  • Question 3
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    Choose the word(s) which has the same meaning and can be used in the same context as the italicized word/phrase in both the given sentences.
    I. Stars emit light.
    II. The poor farmer lived in a small hut.
    Solution
    The word that has the same meaning as the italicized word of both the sentences is option D, shed. Shed means a hut or an outhouse. It is also used when we want to say that something is producing light. The context of sentence I is that Stars produce or shed light. Sentence II means a poor farmer lived in a shed. Option A, 'shred' means to chop finely or grind. Option B 'shade' means slight darkness caused when the sun is obstructed by an object. Option C 'cote' is a shelter for animals. Thus, options A, B and C are incorrect to be sued in both the sentences together. The correct answer is option D, shed.
  • Question 4
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    Choose the word(s) which has the same meaning and can be used in the same context as the italicized word/phrase in both the given sentences.
    I. The officer lost his sense of integrity and managed to embezzle a large amount of money from the public funds.
    II. The remarks he made in the presence of members of the Board were really not opportune.
    Solution

    The word that has same meaning as the italicized word in both the sentences is Option E, 'Appropriate'. Appropriate means suitable or proper. It also means to take something for one's own use, without owner's permission. Sentence I means that officer managed to take a large amount of money for himself from the public funds. Sentence II means that the remarks he made were not proper in presence of the members of the Board. Option A, 'defalcate' means the illegal use of money by someone who was responsible for it. Option B, 'opine' means to suggest or propose. Option C, 'Proper' means genuine. Option D, 'divest' means deprive. Thus, options A, B, C and D are incorrect and the correct word is option E, appropriate.

  • Question 5
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    Music sung or played at night below a person's window
    Solution
    One word for the given phrase 'Music sung or played at night below a person's window' is option A 'Serenade'. Option B 'Sonnet' is a fourteen line rhyme with a specific rhyme scheme. Option C 'Lyric' is the words of a song. Option D 'Primo' is the right hand part in a piano duet. So, options B, C and D are incorrect and the correct option is  Option A, Serenade.
  • Question 6
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    A song embodying religious and sacred emotions
    Solution
    Option C, Hymn is the word for the phrase 'A song embodying religious and sacred emotions'. Option A, Lyric means the word of the song or poem. Option B, Ode is usually a poem dedicated to a person or a subject, generally praising them. Option D, Ballad is a slow romantic song that tells a story. Thus, options A, B and D are incorrect and the option C, Hymn is the correct option.
  • Question 7
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    A government by the nobles
    Solution
    'A government by the nobles' is called Option D, Aristocracy.  Option A, 'Democracy' is a type of government where citizens have the power of voting ans elect their government. Option B, ' Bureaucracy' is. a system of government where important decisions are taken by the state officials rather than elected representatives. Option C 'Autocracy' is dictatorship . Thus, options A, B and C are incorrect and the correct option is Option D, Aristocracy, for the given phrase.
  • Question 8
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    An entertainer who performs difficult physical actions
    Solution
    The word for the phrase 'An entertainer who performs difficult physical actions' is 'Acrobat'. Option A 'Clown' is a comic entertainer in circus . Option B 'Artist' is a person who creates paintings or drawings as a profession or hobby. Option C 'Magician' is a person who performs magic shows . Thus, options A, B and C are incorrect and the correct option is option D 'Acrobat'.
  • Question 9
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    To cause troops etc to spread out in readiness for battle
    Solution
    The word for the phrase 'To cause troops to spread out in readiness for battle' is option C, Deploy, i.e: it means to position the troops or establish them. Option A 'Align' means to place things in a straight line. Option B 'Collocate' means to set side by side, like collocates for the word 'mortgage' include 'lend' and 'property'. Option D 'Disperse' means to distribute or spread over a wide area. Thus, options A, B and D are incorrect and the correct option is option C, Deploy.
  • Question 10
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    Out of the given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
    A small enclosure for cattle, sheep, poultry etc
    Solution
    A small enclosure for cattle, sheep, poultry is called a pen, Option C. Option A, 'Cellar' is a room below the ground in a house to store wine or coal. Option B 'Sty' means is a small enclosed place where pigs are kept. Option D 'Lair' is a place where wild animals live, often underground or hidden. Thus, options A,B and D are incorrect and correct option is option C, Pen.
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