Read the passage and answer: 'The advent of artificial intelligence has revolutionized multiple sectors. Companies are increasingly adopting AI to enhance efficiency. However, concerns about job displacement persist.' What is the main idea?
Answer: B
The passage discusses AI's revolutionary impact while acknowledging concerns, presenting a balanced view of benefits and challenges.
Q.402Easy
Identify the incorrect statement: 'Despite her illness, she came to the office.' Which correction is needed?
Answer: A
The sentence is grammatically correct. 'Despite' followed by a noun phrase is the proper construction.
Q.403Medium
What is the meaning of 'PERNICIOUS'?
Answer: B
Pernicious means having a harmful effect in a subtle way; destructive yet seemingly innocent.
Q.404Medium
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.
Answer: A
The logical sequence is: preparation (B) → discovery (A) → publication (C) → impact (D).
Q.405Easy
Fill in the blank: 'The athlete's _____ performance in the tournament earned him a sponsorship deal.'
Answer: B
An outstanding performance would logically result in earning a sponsorship deal, not mediocre or poor performance.
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Q.406Medium
Which of the following is closest in meaning to 'METICULOUS'?
Answer: C
Meticulous means showing great attention to detail and care. Painstaking conveys the same meaning of careful, thorough work.
Q.407Medium
Identify the grammatical error: 'Neither the manager nor the employees was satisfied with the new policy.'
Answer: A
With 'neither...nor', when the second noun is plural (employees), the verb should be plural ('were').
Q.408Medium
What does 'OBFUSCATE' mean?
Answer: B
Obfuscate means to deliberately make something unclear, confusing, or difficult to understand.
Q.409Medium
Read: 'The ancient civilization flourished due to trade routes connecting distant regions.' What can be inferred?
Answer: B
The passage directly states the civilization 'flourished due to' trade routes, indicating their importance to prosperity.
Q.410Medium
Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'Her _____ approach to problem-solving earned her respect in the industry.'
Answer: B
A pragmatic (practical, realistic) approach to problem-solving would earn professional respect, unlike whimsical or frivolous approaches.
Q.411Hard
Identify the error: 'The data shows that most students prefer online learning over traditional classroom.'
Answer: C
The comparison should be parallel: either 'traditional classroom' or 'traditional classrooms' (plural) for consistency.
Q.412Medium
What is the synonym of 'ABSCOND'?
Answer: B
Abscond means to leave hurriedly and secretly, often to avoid detection or prosecution. Flee secretly is the closest synonym.
Q.413Hard
Read the passage: 'Climate change is accelerating at unprecedented rates. Scientists warn that without immediate intervention, irreversible damage to ecosystems is inevitable. Governments worldwide are now prioritizing green energy policies.' Which statement contradicts the passage?
Answer: B
The passage states damage is 'inevitable' without intervention, implying it cannot be prevented, contradicting the idea that early action can prevent it.
Q.414Hard
Fill in the blank: 'The _____ of the ancient manuscript proved its historical significance.'
Answer: A
Authenticity (being genuine) would prove historical significance, whereas fragility, rarity, or location alone would not necessarily do so.
Q.415Hard
Which word is most similar in meaning to 'PERSPICACIOUS'?
Answer: B
Perspicacious means having keen insight and discernment. Keen-sighted and discerning captures this meaning of sharp perception.
Q.416Easy
Select the word that is most nearly opposite in meaning to 'EPHEMERAL'.
Answer: B
Ephemeral means lasting a very short time. Permanent is its direct antonym, meaning lasting forever or for a long time.
Q.417Easy
Read the passage:
'The Government of India has launched several digital initiatives to bridge the urban-rural divide. These programs aim to enhance connectivity and provide equal access to technological resources across all regions.'
What is the main purpose mentioned in the passage?
Answer: B
The passage explicitly states the initiatives aim to 'bridge the urban-rural divide' and provide 'equal access to technological resources,' indicating the purpose is reducing technological inequality.
Q.418Easy
Identify the grammatical error in the sentence:
'The committee have decided to postpone the meeting till next month.'
Answer: B
Committee is a collective noun that takes a singular verb. The correct form is 'The committee has decided,' not 'have decided.'
Q.419Easy
Choose the word closest in meaning to 'AMELIORATE'.
Answer: B
Ameliorate means to make something better or improve its condition. 'Improve' is the direct synonym.
Q.420Medium
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word:
The speaker's _____ remarks offended many members of the audience during the conference.
Answer: B
'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.
