Govt Exams
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Fill in the blank: 'The government's new policy _____ aimed at reducing unemployment in rural areas.'
Correct Answer:
A. is
EXPLANATION
'Policy' is singular, requiring 'is'. The sentence structure is: 'The policy is aimed at...'
Arrange the sentences in correct order: A) Scientists have been studying the impact. B) Climate change is a pressing global issue. C) They aim to develop sustainable solutions. D) Governments must take immediate action.
Correct Answer:
A. B-A-C-D
EXPLANATION
B introduces the topic, A adds detail about ongoing research, C explains the goal, D provides a call to action.
Select the word most similar in meaning to 'EPHEMERAL':
Correct Answer:
B. Transient
EXPLANATION
Ephemeral means lasting for a very short time. Transient has a similar meaning of temporary or fleeting.
Identify the error in the sentence: 'Each of the students are required to submit their assignments on time.'
Correct Answer:
B. Subject-verb agreement error
EXPLANATION
'Each' is singular, so the verb should be 'is' not 'are'. Correct: 'Each of the students is required...'
Read the passage and answer: 'Technology has revolutionized education, making learning accessible to millions worldwide. Online platforms offer flexibility and personalized learning experiences.' What is the main idea of this passage?
Correct Answer:
B. Technology has revolutionized education by providing accessibility and flexibility
EXPLANATION
The passage explicitly states that technology has revolutionized education and made it accessible with flexible, personalized learning experiences.
Q.516
Hard
Antonym of "Gregarious"?
Correct Answer:
C. Introvert
EXPLANATION
Gregarious=sociable. Antonym=Introvert.
Q.517
Medium
Indirect speech of "She said, I am tired."
Correct Answer:
B. She said she was tired.
EXPLANATION
Am → was in reported speech.
Q.518
Medium
Figure of speech in "Life is a journey."
Correct Answer:
B. Metaphor
EXPLANATION
Direct comparison without like/as = Metaphor.
Q.519
Medium
"Amalgamate" means?
Correct Answer:
B. To combine
EXPLANATION
Amalgamate = to combine/merge.
Q.520
Easy
One word for government by people?
Correct Answer:
C. Democracy
EXPLANATION
Democracy = government by the people.