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  • Question 1
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    From the given options, select the pair of words which carries the same relationship to the given pair of words:

    Abundance : Scarcity

    Solution

    Key Points

    • Both pairs of words are antonyms, where the first word represents a positive state and the second word represents its negative counterpart.
    • Abundance signifies a large quantity of something, while scarcity refers to the state of being scarce or in short supply.
    • Similarly, affluence signifies the state of having a lot of money, whereas poverty refers to the state of being extremely poor.
    • Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.
  • Question 2
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    From the given options, select the pair of words which carries the same relationship to the given pair of words:

    Liberation : Captivity

    Solution

    Key Points

    • The given pair of words are antonyms, where the first word is a positive state and the second word represents its negative counterpart.
    • Liberation signifies a state of freedom, while captivity refers to confinement or the state of being imprisoned.
    • Similarly, creation signifies the act of bringing something into existence, whereas destruction refers to the act of causing the end or annihilation of something.
    • Thus, option 1 is the correct answer.
  • Question 3
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    Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order.

    P: was embedded in the very mosaic

    Q: of India since its very inception

    R: most observers and traveller accounts

    S: suggest that pluralism, diversity, multiformity

    Solution

    Key Points

    • Out of the given sentences, only R can be the opening sentence, as it speaks about observers and travellers.
    • Sentence S gives the suggestion of the observers and travellers mentioned in the sentence R.
    • Sentence P gives continuity to S, which is followed by Q, which concludes the passage.
    • Hence, the correct flow of the passage is as follows: "Most observers and traveller accounts suggest that pluralism, diversity, multiformity was embedded in the very mosaic of India since its very inception." 

    Hence the correct answer is Option 2: RSPQ.

  • Question 4
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    Rearrange the parts of the sentence in correct order.

    While walking towards the house

    P: I saw him rushing

    Q: street talking to

    R: up and down the

    S: someone on the phone

    Solution

    Key Points

    • The correct arrangement of the sentence would be:
      • " while walking towards the house I saw him rushing up and down the street, talking to someone on the phone."
    • Explanation:
      • "While walking towards the house" is an adverbial clause, and it describes the context of the action described in the main clause.
      • "I saw him rushing up and down the street" is the main clause of the sentence, and it describes the action that the speaker saw.
      • "talking to someone on the phone" is a participle phrase which describes him.
    • The sentence describes the action of the speaker seeing someone rushing up and down the street while the speaker was walking towards the house and this person was talking on phone.

    Correct arrangement:   while walking towards the house I saw him rushing up and down the street, talking to someone on the phone

  • Question 5
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    Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order.

    P: political, and social institutions

    Q: in intellectual and artistic endeavours, the

    R: Romans achieved greatness in their military,

    S: unlike the Greeks, who excelled

    Solution

    Key Points

    • will be the first sentence of the sequence as it contains the subject 'The Greeks'.
    • will be the second sentence of the sequence as it mentions that the Greeks excelled in intellectual and artistic endeavours.
    • will be the third sentence of the sequence as it states that the Romans achieved greatness in their military political and social institutions.
    • will be the last sentence of the sequence as it states the Romans achieved greatness in their military political and social institutions.
    • Thus, the correct sequence is 'SQRP'.
  • Question 6
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    Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order.

    P: at its peak, the Mongol Empire covered

    Q: some 9 million square miles of

    R: territory, making it the largest

    S: contiguous land empire in world history

    Solution

    Key Points

    • The first sentence must be a general statement, a fact, and that best starts the paragaph.
    • P will be the first statement because this sentence provides the context that the Mongol Empire reached its largest size at some point in its history.
    • Q follows P, as this sentence further gives an estimate of the size of the Mongol Empire at its largest.
    • R follows Q, as connects the Q and tells us about  the size of the Mongol Empire is significant and noteworthy.
    • S follows R, as this sentence provides the historical context for the significance of the size of the Mongol Empire, namely that it is the largest contiguous land empire in world history.
    • Thus, The correct arrangement of the sentence is "PQRS".

    Correct arrangement:  At its peak, the Mongol Empire covered some 9 million square miles of territory, making it the largest contiguous land empire in world history.

  • Question 7
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    Choose the word nearest in meaning to the given words.

    DEMOLISH

    Solution

    Key Points

    • "Demolish" primarily signifies to completely destroy a building, structure, or idea.
    • (नष्ट कर देना मुख्य रूप से ज्यादातर एक इमारत, संरचना, या विचार को पूरी तरह से नष्ट कर देने का संकेत देता है।)
      • Example- The old building was demolished to make way for a new shopping center.
    • "Dismantle" means to take a machine or structure to pieces.
    • (एक मशीन या संरचना को टुकड़ों में ले जाना।)
      • Example- They had to dismantle the engine to find the problem.
    • Hence, the option that is similar in meaning to the given word is 'Dismantle'.

    Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

    Additional Information

    • Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options.
    • "Praise" means expressing approval or admiration for someone or something.(प्रशंसा).
    • "Meditate" signifies deeply think about something.(ध्यान लगाना).
  • Question 8
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    Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

    Invincible

    Solution

    Key Points

    • Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
      • "Invincible" means too strong or powerful to be defeated. 
      • इतना सशक्त या बलशाली कि पराजित न किया जा सके; अपराजेय, अजेय
        • Example: I am invincible.
      • "Indomitable" means unbeatable or impossible to defeat. (अदम्य)
      • It is an adjective and can be used to describe a person or thing that cannot be overcome.
        • Example: Despite facing numerous obstacles, the athlete displayed an indomitable spirit and went on to win the race.
    • Thus, it is clear that the word "indomitable" is the synonym of the word "invincible."

    Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

    Additional Information

    • Option 2, "Surmountable", means capable of being overcome or conquered.(जीतने योग्य)
    • Option 3, "Miserable", means very unhappy or uncomfortable.(दुखी)
    • Option 4, "Vulnerable", means susceptible to physical or emotional harm.(असुरक्षित)
  • Question 9
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    Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

    Nominal

    Solution

    Key Points

    • Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
      • Nominal means existing in name only, not in reality.(नाममात्र)
        • Example: Her title of vice president had been nominal only.
      • Supposed also means existing only in idea or theory, not in reality.(कल्पित)
        • Example: It is supposed to be a good deal.
    • Other synonyms for nominal include titular and symbolic.
    • Thus, it is clear that the word "supposed" is the synonym of the word "nominal."

    Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

    Additional Information

    • Limited means restricted or confined.(सीमित)
    • Fractional means relating to or constituting a fraction or a part of a whole.(आंशिक)
    • Actual means existing in fact or reality.(वास्तविक)
  • Question 10
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    Select the word that is closest in meaning (SYNONYM) to the word given below.

    Ferocious

    Solution

    Key Points

    • The word "ferocious" is an adjective that describes something or someone extremely fierce, savage, or violent.
      • Example sentence: "The tiger's ferocious roar echoed through the jungle, sending shivers down their spines."
    • Option 1) Frightful: This word means causing fear or terror, and it is synonymous with "ferocious."
      • Example sentence: "The storm brought forth frightful winds and lightning, causing widespread panic."
    • Option 2) Mild: This word means gentle or not severe, which is the opposite of "ferocious."
      • Example sentence: "The puppy had a mild temperament and showed no signs of being ferocious."
    • Option 3) Conscientious: This word means diligent, thorough, or attentive to detail. It does not have a direct synonym for "ferocious."
      • Example sentence: "She was a conscientious worker, always completing her tasks with great care."
    • Option 4) Tame: This word means (of an animal) not dangerous or frightened of people; domesticated.
      • Example sentence: "The fish are so tame you have to push them away."
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