Question – 1
1. After a lot of hard work, the discrepancy in the books of accounts was found.
- A. Fraud
- B. Lack of cash
- C. Invalid entry
- D. Difference
- Answer:D
- Answer Explanation:A. Fraud refers to an act of cheating and while it can be related to the sentence in question, it shares no meaning with the word discrepancy. Hence, this is an incorrect answer choice.B. Lack of cash refers to shortage of money and this is not what the meaning of the word in question is. Hence, this is an incorrect answer choice.C. Invalid entry refers to a wrong entry in the books of accounts but the meaning of discrepancy is not this. Hence, this is an incorrect answer choice.D. Difference in the books of accounts is what is meant by the word discrepancy and hence, this is the correct option.
Question – 2
2. Plagiarized work can lead to legal action against you.
- A. Copied
- B. Printed
- C. Erased
- D. Criticized
- Answer:A
- Answer Explanation:A. Copied refers to the act of producing a replica and in this context; it means stealing someone’s work and stating the same as one’s own. This is exactly what is meant by the word in question and hence, it is the correct option.B. Printed means to produce through publishing and while this word can be used in this sentence; it is not relevant to the word plagiarized. Hence, it is an incorrect option.C. Erased means to wipe away completely and while it can be used in this sentence; it bears no relevance to the underlined word. Hence, it is an incorrect option.D. To criticize means to pass judgment or opinion and this is not relevant to the underlined word. Hence, it is an incorrect option.
Question – 3
3. Don’t give illusory advice to people.
- A. Complicated
- B. Misleading
- C. Unwanted
- D. Ineffective
- Answer:B
- Answer Explanation:A. Complicated means difficult and the word in question does not mean the same. Hence, this is an incorrect answer.B. Misleading means false or deceptive and it shares relevance with the word illusory. Hence, this is the correct option.C. Unwanted means unnecessary and while this word can be applied to this sentence, it has no relevance to the underlined word. Hence, this is an incorrect answer.D. Ineffective can mean to be unproductive or useless and the word is not relevant to the one that is underlined. Hence, this is an incorrect answer.
Question – 4
4. Do not be muddled up with such a small matter.
- A. Saddened
- B. Angered
- C. Confused
- D. Excited
- Answer:C
- Answer Explanation:A. Saddened means to be hurt or dishearten and it has no similarity with the underlined word. Hence, it is an incorrect answer choice.B. Angered means to be infuriated and while it can be used in the sentence; it is not the meaning of the underlined word. Hence, this is an incorrect option.C. Confused refers to a state of confusion or mixed up thoughts and this is what the underlined word means. Hence, this is the correct answer option.D. Excited means to be thrilled about something and it does not have any bearing on the meaning of the underlined word. Hence, this is an incorrect option.
Question – 5
5. There should be no formality between friends.
- A. Gratitude
- B. Enmity
- C. Strict etiquette
- D. Similarity
- Answer:C
- Answer Explanation:A. In this context, to show gratitude means to be thankful to friends but this has no relevance to the underlined word. Hence, it is an incorrect answer choice.B. Enmity refers to showing hostility and while it can be used in this sentence, it has no relevance to the underlined word. Hence, this is an incorrect answer choice.C. To show strict etiquette means to be formal with one another and this is exactly what is meant by formality. Hence, this is the correct option.D. Similarity means to have resemblance to one another and this is not what is meant by the word in question. Hence, this is an incorrect answer choice..
Question – 6
6. If you commit a crime, you will be convicted.
- A. Taken to task
- B. Pronounced guilty by law
- C. Fined with a huge amount
- D. imprisoned
- Answer:B
- Answer Explanation:A. To be taken to task means to be punished and while this can be used in the above sentence, it is not relevant to convicted. Hence, this is an incorrect answer choice.B. This option means the law has declared a person guilty of committing an offence and this is exactly what is meant by the underlined word. Hence, this is the correct answer choice.C. The third option means to pay a huge amount as penalty and while this can also be applied to the sentence, it is not what is meant by the underlined word. Hence, this is an incorrect answer choice.D. To be imprisoned means to be jailed and while you can use this in the sentence, it is not relevant to the underlined word. Hence, this is an incorrect answer choice.
Question – 7
7. He is recuperating from the accident that he suffered from last week.
- A. In pain
- B. Recovering
- C. Tired
- D. Restless
- Answer:B
- Answer Explanation:A. In this context, to be in pain means to have bodily ache due to the accident and this is not the meaning of the underlined word. Hence, this is an incorrect answer choice.B. Recovering means to improve or get better and this means the same as the word in question. Hence, this is the correct option.C. Tired means to be exhausted or worn out but the underlined word does not mean this and hence, this is an incorrect answer choice.D. Restless means not being able to relax and rest and this has nothing to do with the meaning of the word in question. Hence, this is an incorrect answer choice.
Question – 8
8. Abase most nearly means
- A. Lower
- B. Widen
- C. Distasteful
- D. Provoke
- Answer:B
- Answer Explanation:A. The first option lower means to reduce something, which is one of the implications of the word ‘abase’ and hence, this is the correct answer choice.B. The second option refers to extension or expansion, which is not the same as the meaning of the word ‘abase’ and hence, not the correct answer choice.C. The third option distasteful is a word, which can be interpreted as repugnant or offensive, which does not mean exactly similar to ‘abase.’ Hence, it is not the correct answer choice.D. The last option provoke refers to incite or aggravate, which is not similar to the meaning of the word ‘abase’. Hence, it is not the correct option.
Question – 9
9. Puny most nearly means
- A. Inferior
- B. Weak
- C. Robust
- D. Sizeable
- Answer:B
- Answer Explanation:A. The first option is not suitable or the correct answer as it refers to mediocre or substandard, which is not the same as the word ‘puny’.B. The second option ‘weak’ is most relevant and similar in meaning to the word ‘puny’ which means frail and feeble or ineffective. Hence it is the correct answer choice.C. The third option ‘robust’ means healthy and strong, which is the opposite of ‘puny’ and hence, not the correct answer.D. The last option is incorrect as it means something which is large and significant, which is contrary to the meaning of the word ‘puny’. Hence, it is not the correct choice or option.
Question – 10
10. Whorl most nearly means
- A. Straight
- B. Ascend
- C. Circular Arrangement
- D. Pole
- Answer:C
- Answer Explanation:A. The first option is incorrect as it means upright or horizontal, which is exactly the opposite meaning of the word ‘whorl’.B. The second option ascend is not the correct option as it means the same as rise or soar and not ‘whorl’.C. The option C is the correct answer because it is a broader term that comes nearest in meaning to the word ‘whorl’, which also means a spiral or coil.D. The fourth and last option ‘pole’ refers to a stick or rod and not similar in meaning to the word ‘whorl’. Hence, it is not the correct answer choice.
Question – 11
11. Motif most nearly means
- A. Topic
- B. Shape
- C. Pattern
- D. Character
- Answer:C
- Answer Explanation:A. The first option topic refers to the main idea of a subject matter and not the same in meaning to the word ‘motif’. Hence, it is not the correct answer choice.B. The second option is similar to a form or structure and conveys a different meaning than the word ‘motif’. Hence, it is not the correct option.C. The third option is the most apt meaning for the word ‘motif’, which ideally refers to a particular design or pattern in a general sense e.g. a triangular motif. Hence, the word ‘pattern’ is the correct answer choice.D. The last option is incorrect as it refers to a personality or temperament and not similar in meaning to the word ‘motif’.
Question – 12
12. Terse most nearly means
- A. Segment
- B. Lengthy
- C. Unimportant
- D. Brief
- Answer:D
- Answer Explanation:A. The first option ‘segment’ refers to a part or section, which is different in meaning to the word ‘terse’. Hence, it is not the correct answer choice.B. The meaning of the second word is long or extensive, which is the opposite meaning of the word ‘terse’. Hence, it is not the correct answer.C. The third option expresses insignificant or negligible, which is not similar in meaning of the word ‘terse’ and hence, not the correct choice.D. The last option is the correct answer as it refers to something that lasts for a short time and contains few words and hence, comes closest to the meaning of the word ‘terse’.
Question – 13
13. Inept most nearly means
- A. Skilled
- B. Dull
- C. Clever
- D. Incompetent
- Answer:D
- Answer Explanation:A. The first option ‘skilled’ is incorrect as it is the opposite meaning of the word ‘inept’.B. The second option ‘dull’ refers to dim or boring, which is not the same as ‘inept’. Hence, it is not the correct answer choice.C. The third option ‘clever’ means smart and intelligent, which is contrary to the word ‘inept’. Hence, it is not the correct option.D. The last and the fourth option comes closest in meaning to the word ‘inept’, which implies lacking in skills or knowledge for performing any action pertaining to a certain standard. Hence, it is the correct answer option.
Question – 14
14. I love to eat grilled food in the terrace during summer
- A. Stewed
- B. Fried
- C. Roasted
- D. Boiled
- Answer:C
- Answer Explanation:A. The first option is incorrect as it refers to ‘food’ that has been heated or simmered and not similar to the meaning of the word ‘grilled’.B. The second option ‘fried’ specifically refers to cooking in hot oil and not the correct meaning of the underlined word in the sentence given above. Hence, it is not the correct answer choice.C. The third option C is the correct answer as roasted or ‘grilled’ refer to the exact methods of cooking over charcoal fire in the outdoors.D. The fourth option is incorrect as it refers to liquids or ‘food’, which is usually cooked in water on high heat e.g. boiled eggs or vegetables.
Question – 15
15. My friend was previously involved in unlawful trade activities.
- A. False
- B. Wicked
- C. Atrocious
- D. Illicit
- Answer:D
- Answer Explanation:A. The first option is incorrect as it means something, which is not real or made-up, which is contrary in meaning to the word ‘unlawful’.B. The second option is not the correct answer as the word ‘wicked’ means evil or immoral and hence, not the correct meaning of the underlined word in the sentence given above.C. The third option refers to something fearful or appalling, which is not the same as ‘unlawful’. Hence, it is not the correct option.D. The fourth option ‘illicit’ is the perfect choice for the underlined word in the sentence given above that denotes a person involved in illegal or unlawful trade activities.