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Verbal Reasoning (Fill in the Blanks Level: Moderate)

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Directions: The sentence below has two blanks. Beneath the sentence are five sets of words. Choose the set of words that when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence.

The product of a ________ religious home, he often found ________ in prayer.

  1. conscientious, befuddlement

  2. devoutly, solace

  3. vigourously, comfort

  4. fervidly, reassurance

  5. pious, answers


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Correct answer is option 2. The person comes from a religious background. So, he/she finds comfort or solace in prayers.

Directions: The sentence below has two blanks. Beneath the sentence are five sets of words. Choose the set of words that, when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence.

With the current wave of crime, tourists are _____ to make sure their passports are secure, otherwise they should be ready for the ________ consequences.

  1. required, best

  2. urged, worst

  3. exhorted, offensive

  4. invited, repressible

  5. permitted, deplorable


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tourists need to secure their passports because of the soaring crime rates. So, they are requested to secure their passports so as to save themselves from dire consequences. Tourists can be requested, not forced. Options 1, 3 and 5 are thus ruled out. Option 4 does not fit. Thus, the best possible answer is 2.

Directions: The sentence below has two blanks. Beneath the sentence are four sets of words. Choose the set of words that, when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.

There was a time in history when lepers were _______ as they were considered a ________ to the family and the civilised society.

  1. ostracised, stigma

  2. vandalised, curse

  3. baptised, burden

  4. immunised, contagion

  5. shunned, slur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

All the options except (1) and (5) can be easily eliminated. Out of these two options (1) is a better fit. Lepers were ostracised, i.e. they were excluded/barred. Shun means to evade/keep away from. Hence, ostracised is better suited to fit blank 1.

Directions: The sentence below has two blanks. Beneath the sentence are five sets of words. Choose the set of words that when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence.

Unruly people may become __________ when they are treated with ______ by those around them.

  1. angry, kindness

  2. placated, obeisance

  3. peaceful, abuse

  4. riveted, change

  5. dangerous, love


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In this sentence, we are talking about disorderly people and the change in their behaviour because of the respectful treatment given to them by the people surrounding them. They are often pacified when others treat them with respect. So, the best possible answer is option (2).

Directions: The sentence below has two blanks. Beneath the sentence are five sets of words. Choose the set of words that, when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence.

A careful __________ of the house revealed no clues and hence, investigators were left __________.

  1. prodding, inconclusive

  2. incineration, abandoned

  3. autopsy, unattended

  4. examination, perplexed

  5. appraisal, unresolved


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The house revealed no clues. The word ‘investigators’ makes it pretty clear that there was some inspection. So, the word has to be ‘examination’. Investigators did not find any clue, so it is natural that they were left confused or perplexed.

Which of the following words is closest in meaning to the word given below?

Inexplicable

  1. Incomprehensible

  2. Indelible

  3. Inextricable

  4. Infallible


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Inexplicable: Incapable of being explained or accounted for; "inexplicable errors"; "left the house at three in the morning for inexplicable reasons".

Directions: The sentence below has two blanks. Beneath the sentence are four sets of words. Choose the set of words that, when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.

The _________ young man is too keen to ______ the dubious scheme without a second thought.

  1. impetuous, implement

  2. excited, imprecate

  3. impervious, impregnate

  4. fecund, impersonate

  5. smart, reject


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

‘Without a second thought’ is the key phrase here. Only an ‘impetuous’ person will ‘implement’ a ‘dubious’ scheme without a second thought.

Directions: The sentence below has two blanks. Beneath the sentence are five sets of words. Choose the set of words that, when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.

We no longer suffer from a _________ of information about diet and exercise; we are rather _________ such information as a routine.

  1. deluge, deprived of

  2. plethora, showered with

  3. glut, served

  4. dearth, inundated with

  5. misdirection, given


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The first blank shows that theres no lack of information now. So, it has to be dearth. And the second filler is preceded byrather` needing a contrasting word. So, the answer is (4).

Directions: The sentence below has two blanks. Beneath the sentence are five sets of words. Choose the set of words that, when inserted in the sentence, best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.

Our _________ objections finally got us thrown out of the stadium and the match was _______ to our opponents.

  1. loquacious, accorded

  2. vociferous, granted

  3. outspoken, conferred

  4. malleable, presented

  5. springy, donated


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

‘Loquacious’ or ‘springy’ objections cannot be the reason of being thrown out. So, (1) and (5) are straightaway out. If we concentrate on both the blanks, it becomes clear that no other option perfectly fits in except (2). Vociferous means loud/noisy. Matches are granted not conferred (bestow), accorded (allowed/admitted), presented or donated.

Directions: Choose the correct option to fill in the blanks.

The presence of armed guards _______ us from doing anything disruptive and hence, we did not _______.

  1. defeated, upbraid

  2. excited, chide

  3. irritated, reprimand

  4. prevented, retaliate

  5. encouraged, castigate


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The presence of guards prevents the people present there from doing something disruptive. So, the first blank cannot have any other word than ‘prevented’ and because of 'the presence of armed guards', they did not retaliate or oppose.  

Directions: Choose the correct option to fill in the blank.

Reducing political deprivation can indeed help diminish economic ________.

  1. vulnerability

  2. exaltation

  3. chasm

  4. dependence

  5. reliance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sentence suggests a positive economic outcome of political freedom.

Directions: The following question consists of a single sentence with one blank only. You are given five words as answer choices and from the five choices you have to pick up the one that will make the sentence meaningfully complete.

This characterisation is inadequate because it seems to suggest that the distinction between the factual theory and the ________ theory is absolute.

  1. conceptual

  2. verifiable

  3. disputed

  4. contradictory

  5. authenticated


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sentence tries to highlight the difference between ‘factual’ and another type of theory..... two extremes are needed. ‘Conceptual’ (ideas or thoughts) as opposed to factual (real, actual) correctly supplies the required contrast.

Directions: The following question consists of a single sentence with one blank only. You are given five words as answer choices and from the five choices, you have to pick up the one that will make the sentence meaningfully complete.

In order to earn revenue, a business must be focused on its core ________.

  1. values

  2. strengths

  3. competition

  4. demographics

  5. objective


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The sentence logically conveys what a business needs to succeed. Adhering to core ‘values’ will not generate revenues; adherence to core objective will.

Directions: Choose the correct option to fill in the blank.

The purpose of your life is far greater than your own personal fulfilment, your peace of mind, or even your ________.

  1. misery

  2. ambivalence

  3. equanimity

  4. happiness

  5. suffering


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Personal fulfilment, peace of mind and happiness are in sync. But, the purpose of life is greater than all of them.

Directions: The following question consists of a single sentence with one blank only. You are given five words as answer choices and from the five choices, you have to pick up the one that will make the sentence meaningfully complete.

Plants get rid of their heat by warming the air around them, by evaporating water, and by radiating heat to the ________ and the cold, black outer reaches of space.

  1. roots

  2. atmosphere

  3. base

  4. sun

  5. heavens


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The use of ‘and’ before outer reaches of space conveys that the two terms are in continuity. ‘Atmosphere’ conveys the necessary meaning.

Fill blank (viii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The politicians of today concentrate more on their self development than on the development of the nation. They adopt various (i) means in order to meet their self set goals. This (ii) approach is going to (iii) the future of the common people and the country as a whole. It seems that our political system has (iv) before time. The gory facts revealed by the media relating the political blunders made by the so called patriotic leaders make one (v). There is _(vi) in the argument that a complete (vii) of the political system needs to be done in order to excel both at the political and the personal end. The (viii) of such action can be ascertained only after its (ix) application and (x) in all political fields.

  1. vulnerability

  2. infidelity

  3. fragility

  4. merit

  5. depth


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The passage talks about completely overhauling or doing a makeover of the political system. The advantage or merit of doing such an action can be ascertained only later. The missing word is implying to what the degree needed and the most appropriate word from the answer choices is 'depth'.

Fill blank (ix).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The politicians of today concentrate more on their self development than on the development of the nation. They adopt various (i) means in order to meet their self set goals. This (ii) approach is going to (iii) the future of the common people and the country as a whole. It seems that our political system has (iv) before time. The gory facts revealed by the media relating the political blunders made by the so called patriotic leaders make one (v). There is _(vi) in the argument that a complete (vii) of the political system needs to be done in order to excel both at the political and the personal end. The (viii) of such action can be ascertained only after its (ix) application and (x) in all political fields.

  1. extensive

  2. hoax

  3. miniature

  4. arbitrary

  5. benevolent


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Merit can be ascertained only after the action is implemented over a large area, i.e. extensively.  So, extensive application and penetration is required. Hence, option 1 is correct.

Fill blank (vi).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The politicians of today concentrate more on their self development than on the development of the nation. They adopt various (i) means in order to meet their self set goals. This (ii) approach is going to (iii) the future of the common people and the country as a whole. It seems that our political system has (iv) before time. The gory facts revealed by the media relating the political blunders made by the so called patriotic leaders make one (v). There is _(vi) in the argument that a complete (vii) of the political system needs to be done in order to excel both at the political and the personal end. The (viii) of such action can be ascertained only after its (ix) application and (x) in all political fields.

  1. proof

  2. illustration

  3. substance

  4. evidence

  5. discretion


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Substance means significance or importance. An argument will not have proof/evidence/discretion/illustration. An argument can have a basis and be of importance. So, option 3 is the correct answer.

Fill blank (v).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The politicians of today concentrate more on their self development than on the development of the nation. They adopt various (i) means in order to meet their self set goals. This (ii) approach is going to (iii) the future of the common people and the country as a whole. It seems that our political system has (iv) before time. The gory facts revealed by the media relating the political blunders made by the so called patriotic leaders make one (v). There is _(vi) in the argument that a complete (vii) of the political system needs to be done in order to excel both at the political and the personal end. The (viii) of such action can be ascertained only after its (ix) application and (x) in all political fields.

  1. belch

  2. saunter

  3. bereave

  4. eccentric

  5. gasp


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A secondary meaning of 'belch' is to show strong distaste as if about to throw forth as in vomit. Gasp does not convey negativity fully. One can gasp in wonder. The horrible facts make one want to vomit.

Fill blank (vii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The politicians of today concentrate more on their self development than on the development of the nation. They adopt various (i) means in order to meet their self set goals. This (ii) approach is going to (iii) the future of the common people and the country as a whole. It seems that our political system has (iv) before time. The gory facts revealed by the media relating the political blunders made by the so called patriotic leaders make one (v). There is _(vi) in the argument that a complete (vii) of the political system needs to be done in order to excel both at the political and the personal end. The (viii) of such action can be ascertained only after its (ix) application and (x) in all political fields.

  1. stagnation

  2. makeover

  3. consistency

  4. counterfeiting

  5. reversal


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

As per the author, a complete transformation of the political system is needed. We cannot reverse the existing system. The rest of the options cannot fit as the second part of the sentence has 'needs to be done'.

Fill blank (x).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The politicians of today concentrate more on their self development than on the development of the nation. They adopt various (i) means in order to meet their self set goals. This (ii) approach is going to (iii) the future of the common people and the country as a whole. It seems that our political system has (iv) before time. The gory facts revealed by the media relating the political blunders made by the so called patriotic leaders make one (v). There is _(vi) in the argument that a complete (vii) of the political system needs to be done in order to excel both at the political and the personal end. The (viii) of such action can be ascertained only after its (ix) application and (x) in all political fields.

  1. introspection

  2. inclination

  3. permeation

  4. cloistering

  5. prognosis


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The merit of an action can be determined not only after it is put into effect, but also after it has affected every part. Permeation means to pass through and affect every part and is the correct answer.

Fill blank (iv).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The politicians of today concentrate more on their self development than on the development of the nation. They adopt various (i) means in order to meet their self set goals. This (ii) approach is going to (iii) the future of the common people and the country as a whole. It seems that our political system has (iv) before time. The gory facts revealed by the media relating the political blunders made by the so called patriotic leaders make one (v). There is _(vi)_ in the argument that a complete (vii) of the political system needs to be done in order to excel both at the political and the personal end. The (viii) of such action can be ascertained only after its (ix) application and (x) in all political fields.

  1. validated

  2. reinforced

  3. fortified

  4. crumbled

  5. metamorphosed


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The self seeking approach of the politicians cannot have a positive result. So, for this blank, a negative word is required. 'Validated', 'fortified' and 'reinforced' are positive words, which means that the political system has improved. But, this is not in context with the flow of the paragraph. 'Metamorphosed' does not fit here. The correct option is crumbled, i.e. fallen apart/disintegrated.

Fill blank (ii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The politicians of today concentrate more on their self development than on the development of the nation. They adopt various (i) means in order to meet their self set goals. This (ii) approach is going to (iii) the future of the common people and the country as a whole. It seems that our political system has (iv) before time. The gory facts revealed by the media relating the political blunders made by the so called patriotic leaders make one (v). There is _(vi)_ in the argument that a complete (vii) of the political system needs to be done in order to excel both at the political and the personal end. The (viii) of such action can be ascertained only after its (ix) application and (x) in all political fields.

  1. egoistic

  2. humane

  3. compassionate

  4. benevolent

  5. self-seeking


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The opening line of the paragraph sets the tone. The politicians of today concentrate more on their self development than on the development of the nation. This behaviour is self-seeking, which means the act or practice of selfishly advancing one's own ends.

Fill blank (i).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The politicians of today concentrate more on their self development than on the development of the nation. They adopt various (i) means in order to meet their self set goals. This (ii) approach is going to (iii) the future of the common people and the country as a whole. It seems that our political system has (iv) before time. The gory facts revealed by the media relating the political blunders made by the so called patriotic leaders make one (v). There is _(vi)_ in the argument that a complete (vii) of the political system needs to be done in order to excel both at the political and the personal end. The (viii) of such action can be ascertained only after its (ix) application and (x) in all political fields.

  1. unprecedented

  2. unscrupulous

  3. altruistic

  4. reasonable

  5. deviant


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Unscrupulous is correct because the actions they take are only to serve their own goals. In this light, their actions cannot be reasonable nor altruistic as altruism refers to offering aid and comfort. Unprecented refers to something not happening before. Deviant refers to anything that is outside the norm.

Fill blank (iii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The politicians of today concentrate more on their self development than on the development of the nation. They adopt various (i) means in order to meet their self set goals. This (ii) approach is going to (iii) the future of the common people and the country as a whole. It seems that our political system has (iv) before time. The gory facts revealed by the media relating the political blunders made by the so called patriotic leaders make one (v). There is _(vi)_ in the argument that a complete (vii) of the political system needs to be done in order to excel both at the political and the personal end. The (viii) of such action can be ascertained only after its (ix) application and (x) in all political fields.

  1. impair

  2. bolster

  3. advance

  4. perk up

  5. occlude


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The self-centered approach is going to weaken or diminish (i.e. impair the growth of the country). It will not close off the growth. So, impair is a better option than occlude. The other options meaning increase in growth do not fit with the self-centered approach. So, option 1 is correct.

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