State Exam — English Language
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Q.11
Medium
"Achilles heel" means?
Correct Answer: B. Weak/vulnerable point
Explanation:
Idiom for a vulnerable weakness.
Q.12
Medium
Passive voice: "The teacher teaches the students."
Correct Answer: A. Students are taught by the teacher.
Explanation:
Simple present passive form.
Q.13
Medium
"Plethora" means?
Correct Answer: B. Excess amount
Explanation:
Plethora = excessive amount.
Q.14
Medium
Correct sentence?
Correct Answer: B. Neither of them is correct.
Explanation:
Neither takes singular verb.
Q.15
Medium
"Amalgamate" means?
Correct Answer: B. To combine
Explanation:
Amalgamate = to combine/merge.
Q.16
Medium
Figure of speech in "Life is a journey."
Correct Answer: B. Metaphor
Explanation:
Direct comparison without like/as = Metaphor.
Q.17
Medium
Indirect speech of "She said, I am tired."
Correct Answer: B. She said she was tired.
Explanation:
Am → was in reported speech.
Q.18
Medium
Reading Comprehension
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.
Q.19
Medium
Reading Comprehension
Read: 'Despite facing numerous obstacles, the young entrepreneur launched her startup successfully. Her determination was unwavering.' What does 'unwavering' imply?
Correct Answer: C. Her commitment remained constant and firm
Explanation:
Unwavering means not changing or becoming weaker; it implies steady, firm commitment despite obstacles.
Q.20
Medium
Reading Comprehension
Correct the sentence: 'The team have completed their project ahead of schedule.'
Correct Answer: C. The team has completed their project ahead of schedule
Explanation:
'Team' is a singular collective noun requiring 'has' not 'have'. The possessive should be 'their' for consistency.