Identify the para-jumble sequence that demonstrates antonymic progression: (A) The company adopted stringent environmental protocols. (B) Previous practices were deliberately lax and environmentally damaging. (C) This shift represented a 180-degree reversal. (D) Stakeholders witnessed unprecedented corporate accountability.
AB, C, A, D
BA, B, C, D
CC, A, B, D
DB, A, C, D
Correct Answer:
A. B, C, A, D
Explanation:
Logical sequence: old lax practices → reversal → new stringent protocols → stakeholder response.
Read the passage: 'The startup's ephemeral success in the market was attributed to its innovative approach, yet competitors soon caught up.' Which word is the best antonym for 'ephemeral' in this context?
APermanent
BFleeting
CTemporary
DBrief
Correct Answer:
A. Permanent
Explanation:
Ephemeral means lasting a very short time. Permanent is its direct antonym, meaning lasting indefinitely. Fleeting, temporary, and brief are synonyms of ephemeral.
Identify the error in the sentence: 'The philanthropist's munificent donations were criticized as insufficient by the charity organization.' What correction is needed?
AReplace 'munificent' with 'stingy'
BThe sentence contains a logical error; munificent contradicts insufficient
CReplace 'criticized' with 'praised'
DNo error exists
Correct Answer:
B. The sentence contains a logical error; munificent contradicts insufficient
Explanation:
Munificent means generous and lavish. The sentence creates a logical contradiction by pairing 'munificent donations' with 'insufficient.' These are antonyms used incorrectly in context.
Complete the cloze test: 'While the former minister's verbose speeches were criticized, the current minister's _____ communication style has been widely appreciated.'
AConcise
BLengthy
CDetailed
DEloquent
Correct Answer:
A. Concise
Explanation:
Concise is the antonym of verbose (wordy). The contrast indicated by 'while' requires an opposite quality. Concise means brief and to the point.
