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Question 1: He would enjoy this if he _____ present.
A) Be
B) Had Been
C) Was
D) Were
Explanation: The correct form is: "He would enjoy this if he were present."
The word "were" is used here because it is part of the subjunctive mood, which is used for hypothetical situations.
Question 2: Choose the correct indirect speech of; He asked, "Who Speaks French?"
A) He wanted to know which spoke French
B) He wanted to know who speak french
C) He wanted to know who was to speak French
D) He wanted to know who speak French.
Explanation: Given this, the correct option is:
(B) He wanted to know who spoke French.
Here's why:
(A) "He wanted to know which spoke French" is incorrect because "which" is used instead of "who."
(B) "He wanted to know who speak French" is the correct form as per indirect speech rules.
(C) "He wanted to know who was to speak French" changes the meaning, implying a future action or duty.
(D) "He wanted to know who speak French" is incorrect because "speak" should be in the past tense "spoke."
So, the correct answer is:
(B) He wanted to know who spoke French.
Question 3: Antonym of "Jocular" is?
A) Witty
B) Facetious
C) Amusing
D) Solemn
Explanation: The antonym of "jocular" is:
(D) Solemn
Here's why:
Jocular means humorous or playful.
Solemn means serious and formal, which is the opposite of humorous or playful.
The other options are all synonyms or near-synonyms of "jocular":
(A) Witty: Cleverly humorous.
(B) Facetious: Treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor.
(C) Amusing: Entertaining and funny.
Question 4: Complete the series 11,15, 24,_________65,101?
A) 39
B) 40
C) 48
D) 50
Explanation: The series is: 11, 15, 24, __, 65, 101.
Given the difference between terms:
15 - 11 = 4
24 - 15 = 9
Let's assume the missing number is 40:
40 - 24 = 16
65 - 40 = 25
101 - 65 = 36
If we observe the differences (4, 9, 16, 25, 36), they are squares of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 respectively.
Hence the sequence correctly fits the pattern of the differences being squares of consecutive integers.
So, the missing term is indeed 40..
Question 5: Change the Voice of the following sentence "Sweet are not Liked by us"?
A) We do not like sweets
B) Sweets have not been liked by us
C) We are no liking sweets
D) None of these
Explanation: The correct change of voice for the sentence "Sweets are not liked by us" is:
(A) We do not like sweets.
Here's why:
- The original sentence is in the passive voice: "Sweets are not liked by us."
- To change it to the active voice, the subject "we" should come first, followed by the verb "like," and then the object "sweets."
So, the correct answer is:
(A) We do not like sweets..
Question 6: Choose the synonym of "Inveigh";
A) Allure
B) Remanstrate
C) Entice
D) Support
Explanation: The correct synonym of "Inveigh" is:
(B) Remonstrate
Here's why:
"Inveigh" means to speak or write about something with great hostility.
"Remonstrate" means to make a forcefully reproachful protest.
The other options do not match this meaning:
(A) Allure means to attract or tempt.
(C) Entice means to attract or tempt by offering pleasure or advantage.
(D) Support means to bear all or part of the weight; hold up or to give assistance.
Therefore, the correct answer is:
(B) Remonstrate.
Question 7: Chose the most appropriate antonym of "Vilify";
A) To praise
B) To sing
C) To weep
D) To sleep
Explanation: Here's why:
"Vilify" means to speak or write about someone in an abusively disparaging manner.
The antonym would be to speak or write about someone in a positive or approving manner, which is "to praise."
The other options are unrelated to the meaning of "vilify":
(B) To sing: not related to disparaging or praising.
(C) To weep: not related to disparaging or praising.
(D) To sleep: not related to disparaging or praising.
So, the correct answer is:
(A) To praise.
Question 8: Small talk means;
A) To praise
B) A discussion carried for a long time
C) A brief discussion
D) A debate
Explanation: Small talk means:
(C) A brief discussion
Here's why:
Small talk refers to informal or casual conversation about trivial matters, typically used to fill awkward silences or initiate social interaction.
The other options do not fit the meaning of "small talk":
(A) To praise: not related to casual or brief conversation.
(B) A discussion carried for a long time: not related to the brief nature of small talk.
(D) A debate: involves a formal discussion with opposing viewpoints, not casual conversation..
Question 9: The Antonym of "AFFLUENCE" is?
A) Dearth
B) Trash
C) Indignant
D) Pungent
The antonym of "affluence" is:
(A) Dearth
Here's why:
Affluence means abundance or wealth.
Dearth means a scarcity or lack of something, which is the opposite of abundance.
The other options do not fit as antonyms for "affluence":
(B) Trash: not related to abundance or scarcity.
(C) Indignant: means feeling anger or annoyance, unrelated to affluence.
(D) Pungent: describes a strong smell, not related to affluence..
Question 10: The Antonym of "FRUGAL" is?
A) Funny
B) Simple
C) Spendthrift
D) Economical
Explanation: The antonym of "frugal" is:
(C) Spendthrift
Here's why:
Frugal means being careful with resources, especially money; economical and not wasteful.
Spendthrift refers to someone who spends money extravagantly and wastefully, which is the opposite of being frugal.
The other options do not fit as antonyms for "frugal":
(A) Funny: unrelated to spending habits.
(B) Simple: not directly related to frugality or spending.
(D) Economical: synonymous with frugal, not an antonym.
Question 11: Choose the correct synonym: Haggard
A) Healthy
B) Flabby
C) Unworn
D) Exhausted
Explanation: Exhausted (D) is the best synonym as it directly relates to the feeling of being very tired and worn out, similar to the appearance of someone who is haggard.
Question 12: Find the relationship similiar to Errors: Indexperience
A) Skill: Mistakes
B) Trainning: Economy
C) News: Publication
D) Losses: Carelessness
Explanation: Errors are often a result of inexperience. When someone is inexperienced, they are more likely to make errors.
Similarly, losses are often a result of carelessness. When someone is careless, they are more likely to incur losses.
Question 13: Choose most suitable synonym of "Cataclysm":
A) Tranquility
B) Catastrophe
C) Pungent
D) Trash
Explanation: A cataclysm refers to a large-scale, violent event, often leading to significant upheaval or disaster. The word "catastrophe" also means a sudden and widespread disaster, making it the most suitable synonym.
Question 14: "You would have soon my garden at its best. if you _____ here last week"
A) Be
B) Were
C) Had been
D) Should be
Explanation: The correct choice is (C) Had been.
Explanation:
The sentence is in the past perfect tense, indicating a hypothetical situation that did not happen. "Had been" is used to describe an action that could have occurred in the past but did not. The correct sentence is: "You would have seen my garden at its best if you had been here last week."
Question 15: Fill in the blank: " _____ to London on the train yesterday."
A) Did Mary went
B) Did Mary go
C) Mary go
D) Mary goes
Explanation: The correct choice is (B) Did Mary go.
Explanation:
When forming a question in the past tense with "did," the base form of the verb is used. The correct sentence is: "Did Mary go to London on the train yesterday?"
Question 16: Please fill in the blank. "He gave his wife a large _____ of flowers on her birthday."
A) Bundle
B) Pack
C) Bouquet
D) Group
The correct choice is (C) Bouquet.
Explanation:
The word "bouquet" specifically refers to an arranged collection of flowers, which is typically given as a gift. The correct sentence is: "He gave his wife a large bouquet of flowers on her birthday."
Question 17: Choose the correct sentence that best represents the reported speech. They said, "We take excercise every day."
A) They said that we take excercise every day
B) They said that they take exercise every day
C) They had said that they take exercise every day
D) They said that they took exercise every day
The correct choice is (B) They said that they take exercise every day.
Explanation:
In reported speech, the present tense in the direct speech ("take exercise") remains the same when the reporting verb ("said") is in the past tense. The correct sentence is: "They said that they take exercise every day."
Question 18: Change the narration the officer said to the peon, "If you do not do your duty well. I will dismiss you".
A) The officer told the peon that if he did not do his duty well, he would dismiss him.
B) The officer threatened to dismiss the peon if he did not do his duty well
C) The officer suggested to the peon that if he did not do his duty well, he would be dismidded
D) The officer told the peon that he would be dismissed if he failed to do his duty well
The correct choice is (B) The officer threatened to dismiss the peon if he did not do his duty well.
Explanation:
This option correctly captures the essence and tone of the original statement, which includes a conditional threat from the officer to the peon about doing his duty well.
Question 19: Synonym of "Odour"is
A) Taste
B) Smell
C) Colour
D) Texture
The correct choice is (B) Smell.
Explanation:
"Odour" refers to a distinctive smell, particularly one that is unpleasant. Therefore, "smell" is the synonym.
Question 20: Complete the proverb: "Keep your friends close and your enemies"
A) Close
B) Closer
C) Away
D) Apart
The correct choice is (B) Closer.
Explanation:
The complete proverb is: "Keep your friends close and your enemies closer." This means that one should maintain a close watch on their enemies to better understand and manage them.
Question 21: Change the narration: The dying soldier said, "Let me have a look at the battlefield".
A) The dying soldier suggested that he may have a look at the battle field
B) The dying soldier requested to look at the battlefield
C) The dying soldier wished to have a look at the battlefield
D) The dying soldier wished that he had a look at the battlefield
The correct choice is (C) The dying soldier wished to have a look at the battlefield.
Explanation:
The sentence in reported speech should convey the soldier's desire or wish to see the battlefield, which is best captured by "wished to have a look."
Question 22: Synonym of "Luminary" is:
A) Celebrity
B) Glowing
C) Shinning
D) Pleb
The correct choice is (A) Celebrity.
Explanation:
"Luminary" refers to a prominent person, especially one who is influential in their field or a renowned figure. Therefore, "celebrity" is the most fitting synonym.
Question 23: Fill in the blank: "He knocked _____ two bottles of milk in ten minutes."
A) Down
B) About
C) Against
D) Up
The correct choice is (A) Down.
Explanation:
"He knocked down two bottles of milk in ten minutes" means he drank or caused the bottles to fall over.
Question 24: It is high time to do something means:
A) Already late
B) Appropriate time
C) Desired occasion
D) Auspicious moment
The correct choice is (A) Already late.
Explanation:
The phrase "It is high time to do something" implies that it is already past the ideal or expected time to take action. It suggests urgency and that the action should have been taken earlier.
Question 25: Indicate the indirect form. Saleem said, "I do not eat mangoes".
A) Saleem said, he did not eat mangoes
B) Saleem said, that he did not eat mangoes
C) Saleem said that he does not eat mangoes
D) Saleem exclaimed that he does not eat mangoes
The correct choice is (B) Saleem said that he did not eat mangoes.
Explanation:
In indirect speech, "I do not eat mangoes" changes to "he did not eat mangoes" to reflect the past tense of the reporting verb "said." The word "that" is often included for clarity.
Question 26: Antonym of "Gullible" is:
A) Astute
B) Credulous
C) Trustful
D) Naive
The correct choice is (A) Astute.
Explanation:
"Gullible" describes someone who is easily deceived or tricked. The antonym would be "astute," which refers to someone who is perceptive and able to judge situations accurately, making them less likely to be deceived.
Question 27: Choose the correct Antonym: Ruthless
A)Brutal
B) Compassionate
C) Ferocious
D) Cold-Blooded
The correct choice is (B) Compassionate.
Explanation:
"Ruthless" describes someone who is cruel and lacks pity or compassion. The antonym "compassionate" refers to someone who shows sympathy and concern for others, making it the opposite of ruthless.
Question 28: Change the narration: He said to me: "Keep quiet and listen to me."
A) He ordered me to keep quiet and listen to his words
B) He told me to keep quiet so that I could listen to his words
C) He requested me keeping quiet and listening to his words
D) He entreated me that i should keep quiet and listen to his words.
The correct choice is (B) He told me to keep quiet so that I could listen to his words.
Explanation:
This option accurately reflects the imperative nature of the original command while explaining the purpose of keeping quiet, which is to listen.
Question 29: "Aslam is senior _____ me."
A) On
B) To
C) Of
D) For
The correct choice is (B) To.
Explanation:
The phrase "Aslam is senior to me" means that Aslam has a higher rank or is more experienced compared to you.
Question 30: Find the correct indirect sentence: Majid said, "It may rain tomorrow."
A) Majid told that it may rain tomorrow
B) Majid suggested that it might rain tomorrow
C) Majid said that it might rain the next day
D) Majid told it might rain the next day
The correct choice is (C) Majid said that it might rain the next day.
Explanation:
In indirect speech, "may" is typically changed to "might" and "tomorrow" is shifted to "the next day." This accurately reflects the original statement in reported form.
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