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This section includes 657 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Testing Subject knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1. |
Choose the option that is farthest/opposite in meaning to the given word.INTRICATE |
| A. | Complex |
| B. | Tricky |
| C. | Apparent |
| D. | Complicated |
| Answer» D. Complicated | |
| 2. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.Place or insert between one thing and another |
| A. | Oust |
| B. | Efface |
| C. | Purge |
| D. | Interpose |
| Answer» E. | |
| 3. |
Direction: Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.A group of people who have come together in a religious building for worship and prayer |
| A. | Congregation |
| B. | Crowd |
| C. | Throng |
| D. | Multitude |
| Answer» B. Crowd | |
| 4. |
Directions: Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.Unfortunately, he _____________ a lot of money from the bank. |
| A. | borrowed |
| B. | owed |
| C. | deposited |
| D. | lent |
| Answer» B. owed | |
| 5. |
Choose the option which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase given below."Smell a rat" |
| A. | To show signs of cowardice |
| B. | To smell the presence of a rat |
| C. | To suspect that something is wrong about a situation |
| D. | To become polite |
| Answer» D. To become polite | |
| 6. |
Directions: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.FEROCIOUS |
| A. | Gentle |
| B. | Fierce |
| C. | Domesticated |
| D. | Tame |
| Answer» C. Domesticated | |
| 7. |
In the following sentence, one phrase has been printed in bold. Below the sentence, three meanings are given. Select the correct meaning of the phrase from the options given below.The cows were not producing enough milk and they also stopped lactating when the calf was not nursing.Not available at the right time.Not producing as much as required.Not belonging to any place or process |
| A. | Only A |
| B. | Only B |
| C. | Only C |
| D. | Both A and B |
| E. | All A, B and C |
| Answer» C. Only C | |
| 8. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase. Achilles' heel |
| A. | A fatal weakness in spite of overall strength. |
| B. | A secret weapon to be used as a last resort. |
| C. | A past deed which one is trying to hide. |
| D. | The person who is blamed if anything goes wrong. |
| Answer» B. A secret weapon to be used as a last resort. | |
| 9. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given. BLAZING |
| A. | Fiery |
| B. | Frigid |
| C. | Smoldering |
| D. | Aflame |
| Answer» C. Smoldering | |
| 10. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase. A speech or a presentation made without previous preparation. |
| A. | Euphemism |
| B. | Obituary |
| C. | Extempore |
| D. | Soliloquy |
| Answer» D. Soliloquy | |
| 11. |
Choose the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.People build different types of houses for living. |
| A. | Changing |
| B. | Contrasting |
| C. | Distinct |
| D. | Similar |
| Answer» E. | |
| 12. |
Directions: Select the correct meaning of the idiom underlined below:He stood in hot water. |
| A. | in trouble or disgrace |
| B. | met with an accident |
| C. | stepped into boiling water |
| D. | was angry |
| Answer» B. met with an accident | |
| 13. |
In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which is opposite in meaning of the given word.Fecund |
| A. | Sparse |
| B. | Productive |
| C. | Rich |
| D. | Pregnant |
| Answer» B. Productive | |
| 14. |
In the following question, out of the give four alternatives, select the one which gives the most opposite meaning of the given word.Profound |
| A. | Ignorant |
| B. | Deep |
| C. | Heavy |
| D. | Learned |
| Answer» B. Deep | |
| 15. |
In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.Something that is hidden |
| A. | Mystery |
| B. | Doubt |
| C. | Sermon |
| D. | Distort |
| Answer» B. Doubt | |
| 16. |
Complete the sentence with a phrasal verb:When are you going to _______ those decorations? The wedding was two weeks ago! |
| A. | call off |
| B. | take down |
| C. | read out |
| D. | bring about |
| Answer» C. read out | |
| 17. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.It goes without saying |
| A. | To Silently bear the injustice |
| B. | Something which is implied to be obvious |
| C. | There is no point in doing something after you are told to do it |
| D. | Break long relationship with someone |
| Answer» C. There is no point in doing something after you are told to do it | |
| 18. |
In the following question, out of the four given alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.Reduction in tax or debt |
| A. | Rebate |
| B. | Estimate |
| C. | Preface |
| D. | Ransom |
| Answer» B. Estimate | |
| 19. |
Directions: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word/words followed by four options. Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.The discussion was wound up after a long and fruitful exchange of views. |
| A. | postponed |
| B. | cut short |
| C. | interrupted |
| D. | concluded |
| Answer» E. | |
| 20. |
Directions: In the given sentence, a word has been emboldened. Select a suitable word for the word in bold from the given options. If none follows select option 5 as your answer.Akriti’s naivety was something that made her an easy target for charming con men. |
| A. | Sophistication |
| B. | Cynicism |
| C. | Artfulness |
| D. | Childishness |
| E. | None of these |
| Answer» E. None of these | |
| 21. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase. Having no hair on the scalp. |
| A. | Babble |
| B. | Bogus |
| C. | Boggle |
| D. | Bald |
| Answer» E. | |
| 22. |
Directions: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.CERTAIN |
| A. | indefinite |
| B. | hesitant |
| C. | sure |
| D. | doubtful |
| Answer» D. doubtful | |
| 23. |
In the following question, out of the four given alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.Out at the elbows |
| A. | Stubborn |
| B. | Poor |
| C. | To be blunt |
| D. | Rigid |
| Answer» C. To be blunt | |
| 24. |
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.Rituals play into the __________ understandings of a society. |
| A. | tactfully |
| B. | tacit |
| C. | taciturn |
| D. | tacitly |
| Answer» C. taciturn | |
| 25. |
Direction: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word/words followed by four words. Select the option that is similar in meaning to the underlined word/words and mark your response in your Answer Sheet accordingly.The company was liquidated within five years. |
| A. | bankrupt |
| B. | closed down |
| C. | flourishing |
| D. | privatised |
| Answer» C. flourishing | |
| 26. |
Directions: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four options. Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word. Suddenly, the sky was darkened by a gigantic bird. |
| A. | winged |
| B. | small |
| C. | tiny |
| D. | enormous |
| Answer» E. | |
| 27. |
Direction: Given below are some idioms/phrases followed by four alternative meanings to each. Choose the response which is the most appropriate expression.Bite your tongue |
| A. | To stop yourself from saying something because it would be better not to |
| B. | To bite off your tongue while eating |
| C. | To feel sorry |
| D. | To ask someone something that you want |
| Answer» B. To bite off your tongue while eating | |
| 28. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.All in a day's work |
| A. | Even in routine work one can find instances of fun. |
| B. | Something unusual or difficult accepted as part of someone's normal routine. |
| C. | A lot of work which is done in just one day. |
| D. | Work all day on a job that you love. |
| Answer» C. A lot of work which is done in just one day. | |
| 29. |
Choose the correct form of expression to complete the sentence:Running at full speed, he got out of ______. |
| A. | wind |
| B. | oxygen |
| C. | breath |
| D. | air |
| Answer» D. air | |
| 30. |
Direction: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.MORALE |
| A. | Appearance |
| B. | Attitude |
| C. | Self-confidence |
| D. | Reputation |
| Answer» D. Reputation | |
| 31. |
Directions: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word:Judicious |
| A. | Prudent |
| B. | Dull |
| C. | Foolish |
| D. | Unfair |
| Answer» B. Dull | |
| 32. |
In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.Contrite |
| A. | Determined |
| B. | Specific |
| C. | Devise |
| D. | Regretful |
| Answer» E. | |
| 33. |
Directions: The following expression can be replaced by a single word. Choose the most appropriate word from the given alternatives and mark the answer.An expert or specialist of something. |
| A. | Magnate |
| B. | Connoisseur |
| C. | Tycoon |
| D. | Narcissist |
| Answer» C. Tycoon | |
| 34. |
In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the opposite meaning of the given word. Florid |
| A. | Busy |
| B. | Plain |
| C. | Flowery |
| D. | Pretentious |
| Answer» C. Flowery | |
| 35. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.The right to vote in political elections |
| A. | Suffrage |
| B. | Fetter |
| C. | Tether |
| D. | Coerce |
| Answer» B. Fetter | |
| 36. |
Directions: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.PENURY |
| A. | Readability |
| B. | Temporality |
| C. | Compatibility |
| D. | Poverty |
| Answer» E. | |
| 37. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.Centre of attraction |
| A. | hedonist |
| B. | cynosure |
| C. | debauch |
| D. | epicure |
| Answer» C. debauch | |
| 38. |
Directions: Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.Two lengths of rope, wood or metal with crosspieces used for climbing up and down walls |
| A. | ladder |
| B. | steps |
| C. | stairs |
| D. | railing |
| Answer» B. steps | |
| 39. |
Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word and click the button corresponding to it. Notorious |
| A. | Inconspicuous |
| B. | Infamous |
| C. | Wanted |
| D. | Flagrant |
| Answer» B. Infamous | |
| 40. |
Directions: Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Reproach |
| A. | Indulge |
| B. | Berate |
| C. | Supervise |
| D. | Train |
| Answer» C. Supervise | |
| 41. |
In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word. Conceited |
| A. | Factual |
| B. | Shy |
| C. | Circular |
| D. | Proud |
| Answer» E. | |
| 42. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.Grotesque |
| A. | free |
| B. | odd |
| C. | plain |
| D. | queer |
| Answer» D. queer | |
| 43. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/Phrase.Too many Chiefs and not enough Indians. |
| A. | a proud gathering |
| B. | an inefficient situation |
| C. | an anti-national meeting |
| D. | a top-level meeting |
| Answer» C. an anti-national meeting | |
| 44. |
Fill in the blanks with appropriate words.Do not _____ your voice here; this is a library. |
| A. | rice |
| B. | raise |
| C. | rise |
| D. | race |
| Answer» C. rise | |
| 45. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.Acutely distressing |
| A. | Palatable |
| B. | Harrowing |
| C. | Gratifying |
| D. | Suave |
| Answer» C. Gratifying | |
| 46. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence. A long, angry speech of criticism or accusation |
| A. | Obeisance |
| B. | Panegyric |
| C. | Homage |
| D. | Tirade |
| Answer» E. | |
| 47. |
Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is a synonym or nearest in meaning to the word or phrase given below and mark the correct answer.Tranquil |
| A. | Calm |
| B. | Violent |
| C. | Chaotic |
| D. | Stormy |
| Answer» B. Violent | |
| 48. |
Directions: Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.A needle in a haystack |
| A. | To create a state of confusion |
| B. | To be of minor importance |
| C. | To be involved in unnecessary activity |
| D. | Something that is very difficult to locate |
| Answer» E. | |
| 49. |
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.Achilles' heel |
| A. | A weakness which turns out to be a strength. |
| B. | A weakness or vulnerable point. |
| C. | A strength which eventually becomes your weakness. |
| D. | The point where you have converted your weakness into your strength. |
| Answer» C. A strength which eventually becomes your weakness. | |
| 50. |
Direction: Each item in this section consists of a sentence with an underlined word followed by four words/group of words. Select the option that is nearest in meaning to the underlined word and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.All the developments that took place in the 20th century have had implications for the next century. |
| A. | consequences |
| B. | interference |
| C. | feedback |
| D. | planning |
| Answer» B. interference | |