Cloze Test: 'The rapid advancement of biotechnology has opened new possibilities in medicine. Gene therapy, which was once _____ (1), is now becoming a reality for treating genetic disorders. Researchers hope to _____ (2) the cost of these treatments

The correct answer is B: Theoretical. The contrast between 'was once theoretical' and 'is now becoming a reality' makes 'theoretical' the best choice.

Complete the passage: 'The surge in gig economy workers has raised important questions about labor rights and social security. _____, many countries are now formulating policies to ensure adequate protections for freelancers and independent contracto

The correct answer is B: Consequently. 'Consequently' shows cause-and-effect, indicating that the raised questions led to policy formulation. Other transitions don't properly connect the ideas.

Read the passage and answer: 'Climate change poses unprecedented challenges to global agriculture. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall patterns, and extreme weather events threaten crop yields.' What is the main idea?

The correct answer is B: Climate change creates significant threats to farming. The passage clearly states that climate change poses challenges and threatens crop yields in agriculture.

Cloze Test: 'The National Education Policy 2020 aims to make India a global leader in education by emphasizing skill development and reducing _____ dependence on rote learning. The policy encourages critical thinking and creative problem-solving amon

The correct answer is A: excessive. 'Excessive' best describes the level of dependence on rote learning that needs reduction. It implies 'too much' rather than just 'unwanted'.

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Q.201 Medium Vocabulary & Synonyms

Which word is most nearly opposite in meaning to 'LAUDABLE'?

A Praiseworthy

B Commendable

C Reprehensible

D Admirable

Correct Answer: C. Reprehensible

Explanation:

Laudable means worthy of praise. Reprehensible means deserving criticism or disapproval, making it the opposite.

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Q.202 Medium Vocabulary & Synonyms

What is the meaning of 'PERNICIOUS'?

A Helpful and beneficial

B Harmfully persistent and insidious

C Quick and temporary

D Obvious and visible

Correct Answer: B. Harmfully persistent and insidious

Explanation:

Pernicious means having a harmful effect in a subtle way; destructive yet seemingly innocent.

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Q.203 Medium Vocabulary & Synonyms

Arrange the sentences in correct order:
A) The researcher discovered a new species of butterfly.
B) She spent months in the rainforest collecting samples.
C) Her findings were published in a prestigious journal.
D) This discovery opened new avenues for conservation efforts.

A B, A, C, D

B A, B, C, D

C B, C, A, D

D C, A, B, D

Correct Answer: A. B, A, C, D

Explanation:

The logical sequence is: preparation (B) → discovery (A) → publication (C) → impact (D).

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Q.204 Medium Vocabulary & Synonyms

Which of the following is closest in meaning to 'METICULOUS'?

A Careless

B Haphazard

C Painstaking

D Reckless

Correct Answer: C. Painstaking

Explanation:

Meticulous means showing great attention to detail and care. Painstaking conveys the same meaning of careful, thorough work.

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Q.205 Medium Vocabulary & Synonyms

Identify the grammatical error: 'Neither the manager nor the employees was satisfied with the new policy.'

A 'was' should be 'were'

B 'satisfied' should be 'satisfy'

C No error

D 'with' should be 'about'

Correct Answer: A. 'was' should be 'were'

Explanation:

With 'neither...nor', when the second noun is plural (employees), the verb should be plural ('were').

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Q.206 Medium Vocabulary & Synonyms

What does 'OBFUSCATE' mean?

A To clarify something

B To make deliberately unclear or obscure

C To accelerate a process

D To simplify an explanation

Correct Answer: B. To make deliberately unclear or obscure

Explanation:

Obfuscate means to deliberately make something unclear, confusing, or difficult to understand.

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Q.207 Medium Vocabulary & Synonyms

Read: 'The ancient civilization flourished due to trade routes connecting distant regions.' What can be inferred?

A Ancient civilizations did not value commerce

B Trade connections were crucial to the civilization's prosperity

C The civilization was isolated from other regions

D Trade routes were harmful to the civilization

Correct Answer: B. Trade connections were crucial to the civilization's prosperity

Explanation:

The passage directly states the civilization 'flourished due to' trade routes, indicating their importance to prosperity.

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Q.208 Medium Vocabulary & Synonyms

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'Her _____ approach to problem-solving earned her respect in the industry.'

A whimsical

B pragmatic

C frivolous

D sentimental

Correct Answer: B. pragmatic

Explanation:

A pragmatic (practical, realistic) approach to problem-solving would earn professional respect, unlike whimsical or frivolous approaches.

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Q.209 Medium Vocabulary & Synonyms

What is the synonym of 'ABSCOND'?

A To stay present

B To flee secretly

C To discuss thoroughly

D To accept responsibility

Correct Answer: B. To flee secretly

Explanation:

Abscond means to leave hurriedly and secretly, often to avoid detection or prosecution. Flee secretly is the closest synonym.

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Q.210 Medium Vocabulary & Synonyms

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word:
The speaker's _____ remarks offended many members of the audience during the conference.

A Salutary

B Caustic

C Benign

D Lenient

Correct Answer: B. Caustic

Explanation:

'Caustic' means biting, sarcastic, or severely critical in manner. It fits the context of remarks that offended the audience. The other options suggest positive or neutral qualities.

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