Prolific creates abundance; barren creates scarcity. These are opposite relationships regarding quantity and productivity.
Q.22Easy
Ephemeral is to Permanent as Transient is to ___?
Answer: B
Ephemeral and Transient are synonyms meaning short-lived. Permanent and Lasting are antonyms meaning enduring. The relationship is oppositional.
Q.23Easy
Prolific is to Production as Meager is to ___?
Answer: B
Prolific indicates abundant production. Meager indicates scanty or insufficient quantity. The analogy matches quantity characteristics.
Q.24Easy
Castigate is to Praise as Rebuke is to ___?
Answer: B
Castigate and Rebuke are synonymous (to criticize harshly). Their opposites are Praise and Commend (to approve/express admiration).
Q.25Easy
Zealous is to Apathy as Fervent is to ___?
Answer: B
Zealous (showing great energy and enthusiasm) is opposite to Apathy (lack of interest). Fervent (intensely passionate) is opposite to Indifference (lack of concern).
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Q.26Easy
Succinct is to Verbosity as Concise is to ___?
Answer: B
Succinct (brief and clear) is opposite to Verbosity (using more words than necessary). Concise is similarly opposite to Wordiness.
Q.27Easy
Diffident is to Confidence as Timid is to ___?
Answer: B
Diffident (lacking self-confidence) is opposite to Confidence. Timid (showing lack of courage) is opposite to Boldness or courage.
Q.28Easy
Which one of the following does NOT belong to the group of cereals?
Answer: D
Wheat, rice, and barley are all cereals/grains. Pulses (like lentils, chickpeas) are legumes, not cereals.
Q.29Easy
Classify the odd one out from the following:
Answer: A
Piano is a keyboard instrument, while violin, flute, and drum are all percussion/wind instruments. Alternatively, piano is the only one typically played with both hands simultaneously.
Q.30Easy
Which of the following does NOT fit in the classification of Indian classical dance forms?
Answer: C
Kathak, Bharatanatyam, and Kathakali are all recognized Indian classical dance forms. Salsa is a Latin American dance form.
Q.31Easy
Identify the element that does NOT belong to the group of planets in our solar system:
Answer: C
Jupiter, Saturn, and Neptune are planets. Asteroids are small rocky objects and not classified as planets.
Q.32Easy
Group the following cities based on their geographical location: Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Agra. Which city does NOT belong to Rajasthan?
Answer: A
Agra is located in Uttar Pradesh, while Jaipur, Udaipur, and Jodhpur are all major cities in Rajasthan.
Q.33Easy
Classify these literary works by their authors: Ramayana, Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita, Panchatantra. Which is NOT an ancient Indian epic?
Answer: C
Panchatantra is a collection of fables and moral stories, while the other three are classified as ancient epics or sacred texts.
Q.34Easy
Categorize based on constitutional position: President, Prime Minister, Chief Justice, Speaker. Which role is NOT part of the Union Executive?
Answer: C
Chief Justice is the head of the Judiciary, not the Executive. President, Prime Minister, and Governor are executive positions.
Q.35Easy
Group these by their primary function in Indian administration: Income Tax, GST, Customs, Education. Which does NOT belong to tax collection systems?
Answer: D
Income Tax, GST, and Customs are revenue collection mechanisms. Education is a social service, not a tax system.
Q.36Easy
Classify based on renewable energy sources: Solar, Wind, Hydroelectric, Coal. Which energy source is NOT renewable?
Answer: D
Coal is a fossil fuel and non-renewable resource. Solar, wind, and hydroelectric are all renewable energy sources.
Q.37Easy
Classify the following into odd one out: Simile, Metaphor, Alliteration, Algebra
Answer: A
Algebra is a mathematical concept, while Simile, Metaphor, and Alliteration are all literary/rhetorical devices.
Q.38Easy
Group these by their nature: Pen, Pencil, Eraser, Calculator
Answer: A
Pen, Pencil, and Eraser are all stationery items used for writing/marking, while Calculator is an electronic device.
Q.39Easy
Which one doesn't belong to the group: Rose, Lotus, Sunflower, Peacock
Answer: D
Rose, Lotus, and Sunflower are all flowers. Peacock is a bird and doesn't belong to this botanical classification.
Q.40Easy
Classify these professions: Doctor, Engineer, Teacher, Diploma
Answer: A
Doctor, Engineer, and Teacher are professions. Diploma is a qualification/credential, not a profession.
