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Q.661
Hard
One Word Substitution
A person obsessed with their own appearance is called a ___.
ANarcissist
BEgotist
CExhibitionist
DPerfectionist
Correct Answer:
A. Narcissist
Explanation:
Narcissist is obsessed with self and appearance. Egotist is self-centered, Exhibitionist loves showing off, Perfectionist demands high standards.
Q.662
Hard
One Word Substitution
The practice of writing one's own biography is called ___.
AAutobiography
BBiography
CMemoir
DNarrative
Correct Answer:
A. Autobiography
Explanation:
Autobiography is self-written life account. Biography is written by others, Memoir is personal recollections, Narrative is general storytelling.
Q.663
Hard
One Word Substitution
A person who opposes all forms of government or authority is an ___.
AAnarchist
BCynic
CNihilist
DPacifist
Correct Answer:
A. Anarchist
Explanation:
Anarchist opposes government and authority. Cynic distrusts people's motives, Nihilist rejects all values, Pacifist opposes violence.
Q.664
Hard
One Word Substitution
The study of ancient inscriptions and writings is called ___.
AEpigraphy
BArchaeology
CPaleography
DEtymology
Correct Answer:
A. Epigraphy
Explanation:
Epigraphy studies ancient inscriptions. Archaeology studies ancient cultures, Paleography studies old handwriting, Etymology studies word origins.
Q.665
Medium
One Word Substitution
A person who studies the behavior of animals in their natural habitat is called a(n) ___.
AEthologist
BZoologist
CEntomologist
DOrnithologist
Correct Answer:
A. Ethologist
Explanation:
Ethologist is a scientist who studies animal behavior. While zoologist is broader, ethologist specifically focuses on behavioral patterns.
Q.666
Easy
One Word Substitution
The quality of being able to adapt easily to new conditions is ___.
AVersatility
BFlexibility
CAdaptability
DResilience
Correct Answer:
C. Adaptability
Explanation:
Adaptability specifically refers to the capacity to adjust to new or changing circumstances.
Q.667
Easy
One Word Substitution
A person who eats only vegetables and plant-based foods is a ___.
AHerbivore
BVegetarian
CVegan
DFruitarian
Correct Answer:
B. Vegetarian
Explanation:
Vegetarian is the correct term for someone who doesn't eat meat but may consume dairy and eggs.
Q.668
Easy
One Word Substitution
The art of making beautiful handwriting with a brush or pen is called ___.
APenmanship
BCalligraphy
CTypography
DOrthography
Correct Answer:
B. Calligraphy
Explanation:
Calligraphy is the art of producing beautiful handwriting using special techniques and tools.
Q.669
Medium
One Word Substitution
A person who loves books and collects them extensively is a(n) ___.
ABibliophile
BLogophile
CPhilologist
DLexicographer
Correct Answer:
A. Bibliophile
Explanation:
Bibliophile comes from 'biblio' (books) and 'phile' (lover of), meaning a book lover and collector.
Q.670
Medium
One Word Substitution
The practice of treating diseases using natural remedies and herbs is known as ___.
AHomeopathy
BHerbal medicine
CNaturopathy
DAyurveda
Correct Answer:
C. Naturopathy
Explanation:
Naturopathy is a system of medicine using natural remedies. While Ayurveda is also valid, naturopathy is the broader Western term.