176 + Mcqs in Daily English Practice Test Page 1 McqOptions

1.	Choose the pair of words which have a similar relationship to that between the given pair of words: If Charles Darwin is to biologist, then Archimedes is to ______________.
A.	mathematics
B.	sociology
C.	literature
D.	religion
Answer» B. sociology

Discussion

2.	Choose the appropriate meaning of the idiom/phrase Caught between two stools
A.	met with an accident
B.	difficulty in choosing between two alternatives
C.	struck in a calamity
D.	none of these
Answer» C. struck in a calamity

Discussion

3.	Pick the word/phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning. MEEK
A.	soft
B.	humble
C.	tolerant
D.	modest
E.	strong
Answer» F.

Discussion

4.	In the sentence given below a part is underlined and for that part options are given. Choose the most suitable option that can replace the underlined part. He was not bothered about putting up with appearances because he was leaving the company soon.
A.	Pushing up with
B.	Pulling up with
C.	Keeping up with
D.	Meeting up with
Answer» D. Meeting up with

Discussion

5.	Pick the world exactly opposite in meaning to the given word: Question
A.	Response
B.	Query
C.	Issue
D.	Conflict
Answer» B. Query

Discussion

6.	In the sentence given below a part is underlined. Choose the most suitable option that can replace the underlined part. There is less need to prepare a presentation, as the clients will not be coming today.
A.	hardly any
B.	no
C.	very little
D.	somewhat
Answer» B. no

Discussion

7.	Complete the following sentences with the most appropriate words/phrases with reference to grammar, idioms, proverbs and syntax. ________________ should not throw stones.
A.	People in glass houses
B.	People in crystal houses
C.	People in ice houses
D.	None of the above
Answer» B. People in crystal houses

Discussion

8.	Pick the word/phrase closest in meaning to the given word: Succinct
A.	Moderate
B.	Concise
C.	Lengthy
D.	Successful
Answer» C. Lengthy

Discussion

9.	The given sentence have been divided into four parts out of which a part may contain grammatical error. Choose the part which has grammatical error or else choose ‘No error’ as your answer. They were aware(a)/ that there project (b)/ was not going to meet (c)/ the intended target in time (d).
A.	a
B.	b
C.	c
D.	d
E.	No error
Answer» C. c

Discussion

10.	In the sentence given below a part is underlined. Choose the most suitable option that can replace the underlined part. She is dancing to the music of her boss’s whims.
A.	tunes
B.	songs
C.	whistles
D.	sounds
Answer» B. songs

Discussion

11.	There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1.The currency trading session ______ eventually expire. 2.His boss ______ give him a raise
A.	May
B.	Will
C.	Has
D.	Wants
Answer» C. Has

Discussion

12.	In the question below, there is a sentence with jumbled up parts. Rearrange these parts, which are labelled A, B, C and D to produce the correct sentence. Choose the proper sequence. a. I was certain b. the management meeting. c. be allowed to attend d. that subordinates would not Correct Sequence:
A.	abcd
B.	abdc
C.	adcb
D.	bcda
Answer» D. bcda

Discussion

13.	Pick the word/phrase closest in meaning to the given word: Fastidious
A.	Lethargic
B.	Fussy
C.	Angry
D.	Successful
Answer» C. Angry

Discussion

14.	The given sentence have been divided into four parts out of which a part may contain grammatical error. Choose the part which has grammatical error or else choose ‘No error’ as your answer. They wear going (a)/ to cancel his appointment (b)/ as the CEO (c)/ because of personal enmity (d).
A.	a
B.	b
C.	c
D.	d
E.	No error
Answer» B. b

Discussion

15.	There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1. He _____ fill the form 2. I don’t understand why he ______ always go to the office before time.
A.	Was
B.	Will
C.	Has
D.	Wants
Answer» C. Has

Discussion

16.	Complete the following sentences with the most appropriate words/phrases with reference to grammar, idioms, proverbs and syntax. A stitch in time_______________
A.	Saves till nine
B.	Saves none
C.	Saves till eight
D.	None of the above
Answer» B. Saves none

Discussion

17.	In the question below, there is a sentence with jumbled up parts. Rearrange these parts, which are labelled A, B, C and D to produce the correct sentence. Choose the proper sequence. a. She was wishing b. for her c. for something d. that was not good Correct Sequence:
A.	abcd
B.	abdc
C.	acdb
D.	bcda
Answer» D. bcda

Discussion

18.	Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. A word meaning happy and joyful
A.	Infuriated
B.	Exhilarated
C.	Despondent
D.	None of the above
Answer» C. Despondent

Discussion

19.	The given sentence have been divided into parts out of which a part may contain grammatical error. Choose the part which has grammatical error or else choose ‘No error’ as your answer. There was a new project (a)/ very single day (b)/ for the company trainees (c)/ at the office headquarters (d).
A.	a
B.	b
C.	c
D.	d
E.	No error
Answer» C. c

Discussion

20.	There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1. He had pinned his hopes ___ false promises. 2. She went __ to win the competition.
A.	At
B.	On
C.	Under
D.	After
Answer» C. Under

Discussion

21.	Pick the word/phrase closest in meaning to the given word: Hyperbole
A.	Exaggeration
B.	Flaw
C.	Overly Active
D.	None of the above
Answer» B. Flaw

Discussion

22.	Complete the following sentences with the most appropriate words/phrases with reference to grammar, idioms, proverbs and syntax. Birds of feather ______________
A.	fly together
B.	flock together
C.	dance together
D.	tweet together
Answer» C. dance together

Discussion

23.	In the question below, there is a sentence with jumbled up parts. Rearrange these parts, which are labelled A, B, C and D to produce the correct sentence. Choose the proper sequence. a. She danced with joy b. that she had topped c. when she found out d. the board examination. Correct Sequence:
A.	abcd
B.	abdc
C.	acbd
D.	bcda
Answer» D. bcda

Discussion

24.	Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. Person who is two faced
A.	Janus faced
B.	Sincere
C.	Versatile
D.	None of the above
Answer» B. Sincere

Discussion

25.	In the following question, an idiom or proverb has been underlined. Choose its correct meaning in the given context from the alternatives given below. She realised there was no use crying over spilt milk when she saw the interviewer promising the job to someone else.
A.	She has spilt milk
B.	She realised it was useless to worry about something which cannot be changed
C.	She was worried over the spilt milk
D.	None of the above
Answer» C. She was worried over the spilt milk

Discussion

26.	In the following question, an idiom or proverb has been underlined. Choose its correct meaning in the given context from the alternatives given below. i was hoping against hope that she would agree to my proposal.
A.	Hoping for something
B.	Hoping against something
C.	Hoping without any/little chance of success
D.	None of the above
Answer» D. None of the above

Discussion

27.	In the following question, an idiom or proverb has been underlined. Choose its correct meaning in the given context from the alternatives given below. She was scared to death when she realised she had selected the wrong slide for the company presentation.
A.	She actually died from fear
B.	She suffered extreme death-like fear
C.	She felt death was frightening
D.	None of the above
Answer» C. She felt death was frightening

Discussion

28.	Pick the word/phrase most nearly opposite in meaning. Achilles Heels
A.	Strengths
B.	Weaknesses
C.	Flaws
D.	None of the above
Answer» B. Weaknesses

Discussion

29.	Choose the pair of words which have a relationship similar to that between the given pair of words: Management: CEO
A.	Journalism: Managing Editor
B.	Office: Clerk
C.	Hospital: Paramedic
D.	None of the above
Answer» B. Office: Clerk

Discussion

30.	Choose the pair of words which have a relationship similar to that between the given pair of words: Pleasant: Dislikable
A.	Sorry: Defiant
B.	Guilty: Innocent
C.	Happy: Overjoyed
D.	Sad: Sorrowful
Answer» C. Happy: Overjoyed

Discussion

31.	Pick the world exactly opposite in meaning to the given word: Industrious
A.	Agricultural
B.	Manufacturing
C.	Lethargic
D.	Bored
Answer» D. Bored

Discussion

32.	Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. A word indicating medicines that have no biological value yet create an impact because of psychological reasons.
A.	Albedo
B.	Tornado
C.	Placebo
D.	Albino
Answer» D. Albino

Discussion

33.	Choose the pair of words which have a relationship similar to that between the given pair of words: Stench: Fragrance
A.	Sound: Clap
B.	Sound: Silence
C.	Sound: Chatter
D.	Sound: Noise
Answer» C. Sound: Chatter

Discussion

34.	The given sentence have been divided into four parts out of which a part may contain grammatical error. Choose the part which has grammatical error or else choose ‘No error’ as your answer. There was no reason (a) / four the presentation (b)/ to be delayed (c)/ once the conference hall was empty (d).
A.	a
B.	b
C.	c
D.	d
E.	No error
Answer» C. c

Discussion

35.	Pick the word/phrase closest in meaning to the given word: Omnipresent
A.	Permanent
B.	Everpresent
C.	Temporary
D.	None of the above
Answer» C. Temporary

Discussion

36.	In the sentence given below a part is underlined. Choose the most suitable option that can replace the underlined part. He appeared to be unaware about how to see the human resources logjam at the company office.
A.	How to approach
B.	How to mend
C.	How to break
D.	How to meet
Answer» D. How to meet

Discussion

37.	Rearrange the following parts (1, 2, 3, 4 and 5) in proper sequence to obtain a correct sentence. 1) influenced life around the world, including 2) developed devices that greatly 3) phonograph, motion picture camera 4) Thomas Alva Edison 5) and the electric light bulb
A.	3, 1, 4, 2, 5
B.	4, 2, 1, 3, 5
C.	4, 1, 3, 5, 2
D.	3, 5, 1, 2, 5
Answer» C. 4, 1, 3, 5, 2

Discussion

38.	There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1. There is no hope __ her heart. 2. He is ___ his office today.
A.	Within
B.	In
C.	Beyond
D.	About
Answer» C. Beyond

Discussion

39.	The given sentence has been divided into 4 parts out of which a part may contain grammatical error. Select the part having grammatical error as answer else mark option 'e' i.e. (No correction required)' as the answer. By this time (1) / next year (2) / I had completed (3) /my post graduation. (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
E.	No correction required
Answer» D. 4

Discussion

40.	Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. Cultivation, management, and study of individual trees is called as __________
A.	Arboriculture
B.	Sericulture
C.	Horticulture
D.	Viticulture
Answer» B. Sericulture

Discussion

41.	Rearrange the following parts (1, 2, 3 and 4) in proper sequence to obtain a correct sentence. 1. our country 2. following greater than some 3. Salman Khan has a fan 4. of the best paid sports person in
A.	1, 3, 4, 2
B.	3, 4, 2, 1
C.	4, 1, 3, 2
D.	3, 2, 4, 1
Answer» E.

Discussion

42.	Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. To hold one's tongue
A.	to support
B.	to interfere in one's work
C.	to insult someone
D.	to keep quite
Answer» E.

Discussion

43.	Select the appropriate word which makes the sentence meaningful. The teacher often _____ her temper
A.	loses
B.	looses
Answer» B. looses

Discussion

44.	Choose the pair of words which have a similar relationship to that between the given pair of words: MERGE : DISCONNECT
A.	Gratify : Delight
B.	Worship : Devotion
C.	Robust : Incapable
D.	Intense : Acute
Answer» D. Intense : Acute

Discussion

45.	Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. A person who talks in sleep is called as
A.	Philatelist
B.	Somnambulist
C.	Somniloquist
D.	Oneirocritic
Answer» D. Oneirocritic

Discussion

46.	The given sentence has been divided into 3 parts out of which a part may contain grammatical error. Select the part having grammatical error as answer else mark option 'd' i.e. (No correction required)' as the answer. She is my cousin sister(1) / who works as (2) / an Engineer (3)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	No correction required
Answer» B. 2

Discussion

47.	Pick out the word closest in meaning to the given word: GENEROUS
A.	arrogance
B.	considerate
C.	prejudiced
D.	moderate
Answer» C. prejudiced

Discussion

48.	Pick the word/phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning. MAJESTIC
A.	inferior
B.	magnificent
C.	royal
D.	splendid
Answer» B. magnificent

Discussion

49.	Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. The person who knows everything
A.	Omnipresent
B.	Omnipotent
C.	Omniscient
D.	Oblivious
Answer» D. Oblivious

Discussion

50.	Select the most effective word from the options given below to fill in the blank and complete the sentence meaningfully. (Collective nouns) A _____________ of eggs.
A.	collection
B.	clutch
C.	quiver
D.	brood
Answer» C. quiver

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in English for Competitive Exams.

Choose the pair of words which have a similar relationship to that between the given pair of words: If Charles Darwin is to biologist, then Archimedes is to ______________.

Choose the appropriate meaning of the idiom/phrase Caught between two stools

Pick the word/phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning. MEEK

In the sentence given below a part is underlined and for that part options are given. Choose the most suitable option that can replace the underlined part. He was not bothered about putting up with appearances because he was leaving the company soon.

Pick the world exactly opposite in meaning to the given word: Question

In the sentence given below a part is underlined. Choose the most suitable option that can replace the underlined part. There is less need to prepare a presentation, as the clients will not be coming today.

Complete the following sentences with the most appropriate words/phrases with reference to grammar, idioms, proverbs and syntax. ________________ should not throw stones.

Pick the word/phrase closest in meaning to the given word: Succinct

The given sentence have been divided into four parts out of which a part may contain grammatical error. Choose the part which has grammatical error or else choose ‘No error’ as your answer. They were aware(a)/ that there project (b)/ was not going to meet (c)/ the intended target in time (d).

In the sentence given below a part is underlined. Choose the most suitable option that can replace the underlined part. She is dancing to the music of her boss’s whims.

There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1.The currency trading session ______ eventually expire. 2.His boss ______ give him a raise

In the question below, there is a sentence with jumbled up parts. Rearrange these parts, which are labelled A, B, C and D to produce the correct sentence. Choose the proper sequence. a. I was certain b. the management meeting. c. be allowed to attend d. that subordinates would not Correct Sequence:

Pick the word/phrase closest in meaning to the given word: Fastidious

The given sentence have been divided into four parts out of which a part may contain grammatical error. Choose the part which has grammatical error or else choose ‘No error’ as your answer. They wear going (a)/ to cancel his appointment (b)/ as the CEO (c)/ because of personal enmity (d).

There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1. He _____ fill the form 2. I don’t understand why he ______ always go to the office before time.

Complete the following sentences with the most appropriate words/phrases with reference to grammar, idioms, proverbs and syntax. A stitch in time_______________

In the question below, there is a sentence with jumbled up parts. Rearrange these parts, which are labelled A, B, C and D to produce the correct sentence. Choose the proper sequence. a. She was wishing b. for her c. for something d. that was not good Correct Sequence:

Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. A word meaning happy and joyful

There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1. He had pinned his hopes ___ false promises. 2. She went __ to win the competition.

Pick the word/phrase closest in meaning to the given word: Hyperbole

Complete the following sentences with the most appropriate words/phrases with reference to grammar, idioms, proverbs and syntax. Birds of feather ______________

In the question below, there is a sentence with jumbled up parts. Rearrange these parts, which are labelled A, B, C and D to produce the correct sentence. Choose the proper sequence. a. She danced with joy b. that she had topped c. when she found out d. the board examination. Correct Sequence:

Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. Person who is two faced

In the following question, an idiom or proverb has been underlined. Choose its correct meaning in the given context from the alternatives given below. She realised there was no use crying over spilt milk when she saw the interviewer promising the job to someone else.

In the following question, an idiom or proverb has been underlined. Choose its correct meaning in the given context from the alternatives given below. i was hoping against hope that she would agree to my proposal.

In the following question, an idiom or proverb has been underlined. Choose its correct meaning in the given context from the alternatives given below. She was scared to death when she realised she had selected the wrong slide for the company presentation.

Pick the word/phrase most nearly opposite in meaning. Achilles Heels

Choose the pair of words which have a relationship similar to that between the given pair of words: Management: CEO

Choose the pair of words which have a relationship similar to that between the given pair of words: Pleasant: Dislikable

Pick the world exactly opposite in meaning to the given word: Industrious

Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. A word indicating medicines that have no biological value yet create an impact because of psychological reasons.

Choose the pair of words which have a relationship similar to that between the given pair of words: Stench: Fragrance

Pick the word/phrase closest in meaning to the given word: Omnipresent

In the sentence given below a part is underlined. Choose the most suitable option that can replace the underlined part. He appeared to be unaware about how to see the human resources logjam at the company office.

Rearrange the following parts (1, 2, 3, 4 and 5) in proper sequence to obtain a correct sentence. 1) influenced life around the world, including 2) developed devices that greatly 3) phonograph, motion picture camera 4) Thomas Alva Edison 5) and the electric light bulb

There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1. There is no hope __ her heart. 2. He is ___ his office today.

The given sentence has been divided into 4 parts out of which a part may contain grammatical error. Select the part having grammatical error as answer else mark option 'e' i.e. (No correction required)' as the answer. By this time (1) / next year (2) / I had completed (3) /my post graduation. (4)

Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. Cultivation, management, and study of individual trees is called as __________

Rearrange the following parts (1, 2, 3 and 4) in proper sequence to obtain a correct sentence. 1. our country 2. following greater than some 3. Salman Khan has a fan 4. of the best paid sports person in

Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. To hold one's tongue

Select the appropriate word which makes the sentence meaningful. The teacher often _____ her temper

Choose the pair of words which have a similar relationship to that between the given pair of words: MERGE : DISCONNECT

Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. A person who talks in sleep is called as

The given sentence has been divided into 3 parts out of which a part may contain grammatical error. Select the part having grammatical error as answer else mark option 'd' i.e. (No correction required)' as the answer. She is my cousin sister(1) / who works as (2) / an Engineer (3)

Pick out the word closest in meaning to the given word: GENEROUS

Pick the word/phrase which is most nearly opposite in meaning. MAJESTIC

Choose the correct alternative which can be substituted for the below given word/ sentence. The person who knows everything

Select the most effective word from the options given below to fill in the blank and complete the sentence meaningfully. (Collective nouns) A _____________ of eggs.

There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1.The currency trading session eventually expire. 2.His boss give him a raise

There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1. He _ fill the form 2. I don’t understand why he __ always go to the office before time.

There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1. He had pinned his hopes _ false promises. 2. She went to win the competition.

There are two sentences. Each sentence has a blank in it. Five options are given below the sentence pair. Choose the option that fits both the blanks. 1. There is no hope her heart. 2. He is _ his office today.