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English Usage Test 27

Description: English Usage Test - Free english verbal ability test for entrance examinations like mba entrance, gre, sat, gmat, toefl preparation and practice tests
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Directions: In the following question, five statements are provided. These statements form a coherent paragraph when properly arranged. Select the alternative representing the proper and logical sequencing of these statements.

A. From the point of view of personal disorganization, the unemployed person faces disillusionment and falls easy prey to cynicism. B. Unemployment affects an individual, family, as well as society, or it may be said that unemployment causes personal disorganization, family disorganization, and social disorganization. C. Most of the criminals are undoubtedly recruited from boys with a history of earlier delinquencies but there has been an increase in the number of daring criminals with the decrease in work opportunities. D. These anti-social activities offer a chance to the undisciplined and recalcitrant youth to extract a living. E. Having no outlet to release their depression, young persons tune their creative energies into wrong channels which explains the rise of the number of youthful bandits, highway robberies and bank hold ups.

  1. ECDAB

  2. ABCDE

  3. ACDEB

  4. BAEDC

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

As B highlights the consequences of unemployment, it begins the sequence. 'Personal disorganization' in A is one of the cause reflected in B, hence, we have BA link. 'These antisocial activities' in D refers to 'bandits, robberies, bank hold ups' in E, thus, we have BAED link. Hence, (4) is the answer.

Directions: In the following question, five statements are provided. These statements form a coherent paragraph when properly arranged. Select the alternative representing the proper and logical sequencing of these statements.

A. Though attacks by Muslims on India had started in the tenth century but it was more from the fifteenth century onwards that the impact of lslamic culture on Hindu great tradition was observed. B. Islam influenced Hindu ideals in the medieval period. C. Though both Islam and Hinduism are oriented to the principle of holism (collectivism) but in Hinduism, holism is linked with hierarchy while in Islam, holism is differentiated from hierarchism. D. It is monotheistic and non-hierarchical, that is, it believes in equality. E. Islam does not believe in idol-worship.

  1. EBDCA

  2. CDEAB

  3. CBAED

  4. BAEDC

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A close look at the sentences gives us an idea of ED link, E talks about Islam, and D is further an elaboration on Islam. BA link is also obvious, as A further explains the idea expressed in B. From B, C and E, B begins the sequence as it introduces the subject - 'Islam's influence on Hinduism'. As, (4) is the only option that satisfies this criteria, hence, it is the answer.

Directions: The following question consists of certain statements. You have to select the option representing the most logical sequencing of the given statements.

A. P weds Q after divorcing R. B. S weds R before R weds P. C. Q weds S after divorcing P. D. Q and R are of the opposite sex. E. R and P is a happy couple. F. P is a double divorcee.

  1. ACD

  2. BCE

  3. ACF

  4. ABE

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Correct Option: C

Directions: In the following question, five statements are provided. These statements form a coherent paragraph when properly arranged. Select the alternative representing the proper and logical sequencing of these statements.

A. Since early family in India was one what is called 'joint family' today, we should consider this family as our basic family unit and should term it as a 'traditional' family while the so-called 'nuclear' family should be termed as a 'fissioned' family, that is, one which has separated from its parental unit.
B. The term 'joint' would be appropriate only when we take 'nuclear' family as our basic family unit and the joining together of two such nuclear units gives us a new pattern of family. C. After the residential separation, it may continue to be dependent on its parental unit or may function as a completely independent unit. D. But knowing that 'nuclear' family was not our basic unit, it is necessary that we take 'traditional' family as basic family unit and understand other forms in this context. E. My contention is that the structural ideal of the Indian family is entirely different from the western family.

  1. BDCAE

  2. ABCDE

  3. EBCDA

  4. EACBD

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

E begins the sequence as it introduces the subject, 'structural idea of Indian family'. This narrows down our approach to (3) or (4). BD link is important as both the sentences comments on 'basic family unit'. As D begins with 'but', therefore, it would follow B. As A discusses both joint family & nuclear family, this is logical explanation to E. Therefore, we have EACBD link and (4) is the answer.

Directions: In the following question, five statements are provided. These statements form a coherent paragraph when properly arranged. Select the alternative representing the proper and logical sequencing of these statements.

A. The caste and the linguistic groups may help the individual from time to time but his most staunch, trustworthy and loyal supports could only be his nearest kins. B. Cousin marriages, preferential mating, exchange rules and the marriage norms which circumvent the field of mate selection need to be changed so that kinship relations through marriage may be extended and a person is able to get their help in seeking power and the status-lift that power can bring. C. The kinship organization in India is influenced by caste and language. D. It is, therefore, necessary that a person must not only strengthen his bonds with kin but should also try to enlarge his circle of kins. E. In this age of sharp competition for status and livelihood, a man and his family must have kin as allies.

  1. CEADB

  2. ECDAB

  3. BDAEC

  4. BCEAD

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Statement C introduces the subject 'kinship organisation', hence it forms the beginning of the sequence. E follows C as it comments on this subject, followed by D which further elaborates this concept. 'Therefore' in D states the view in relation to previous sentences, which is further supported by B. Hence, (1) is the answer.

Directions: The following question consists of certain statements. You have to select the option representing the most logical sequencing of the given statements. A. Density = Mass ÷ Volume. B. Density of iron is very high. C. If density increases mass decreases. D. If density increases volume increases. E. If mass increases volume increases at constant density. F. If mass increases density increases at constant volume.

  1. ABF

  2. AFB

  3. ABE

  4. AFE

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Correct Option: D

Directions: In the following question, five statements are provided. These statements form a coherent paragraph when properly arranged. Select the alternative representing the proper and logical sequencing of these statements.

A. In the first decade after independence, gender equality was recognized as a significant problem and a greater amount of effort went into assuring that exploitation of women would be identified and responded to with proper measures. B. Prior to the enactment of these laws, professionals and politicians were extremely reluctant to identify the necessary legal measures needed to boost equality of the sexes. C. Between 1952 and 1962, several laws were designed to bring about equality to women. D. Justice to women has to be recognized publicly so that human service professionals could respond with proper action. E. But after India became a republic, our new power-holders came to believe that woman's equality was no longer a 'family matter' but a social problem.

  1. ABCDE

  2. ACBED

  3. DACBE

  4. BCADE

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

D begins the sequence as it introduces the subject-'Justice to women'. A talks of first decade after independence whereas period between 1952 & 1962 finds mention in C, thus, we have AC link chronologically. 'These laws' in B refers to 'several laws' in C, thus, we have DACB link. Hence, (3) is the answer.

Directions: The following question consists of certain statements. You have to select the option representing the most logical sequencing of the given statements.

A. Malaria is caused by a protozoan bacteria. B. Anopheles mosquitoes are the carriers of this protozoan bacteria. C. Malaria results from mosquito bites. D. Mosquitoes cause malaria if they are bitten. E. Mosquitoes do not cause malaria. F. All mosquitoes do not cause malaria.

  1. ACD

  2. ABF

  3. BDE

  4. AEF

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Correct Option: B

Directions: The following question consists of certain statements. You have to select the option representing the most logical sequencing of the given statements.

A. Chromosomes contain genes. B. Cells contain DNA. C. Chromosomes contain cells. D. Cells contain Chromosomes. E. Genes are present in cells. F. Genes are not present in cells.

  1. ACE

  2. ABC

  3. BCF

  4. ADE

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

As chromosomes contain genes and cells contain chromosomes, therefore, genes are present in cells. Hence, option 4 is the answer.

Directions: From the alternatives given, choose the one which is farthest in meaning from the given word.

Supernumerary

  1. Inferior

  2. Essential

  3. Deficit

  4. Negligible

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

'Supernumerary' is term used for superfluous, extra than those required. So, its opposite is something which is essential and not in excess. Therefore, option (2) correctly represents opposite to supernumerary.

Directions: The following question consists of certain statements. You have to select the option representing the most logical sequencing of the given statements. A. Line X is perpendicular to line Y. B. Line Y is perpendicular to line Z. C. Line Z is perpendicular to line X. D. Line Z is parallel to line X. E. Line Z and line X is the same line. F. Angle between lines Z and X is π.

  1. FAC

  2. ABC

  3. ABF

  4. None of these

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Option (4) None of these Let us validate (4) by discussing options (1), (2) & (3) Option (1) FAC F à Angle between lines Z & X is π. A à Line X is perpendicular to line Y. Therefore, a suitable following statement should be that line Z is perpendicular to line Y, instead, C goes like Line Z is perpendicular to line X. It is neglected by sentence F that has marked angle between X & Z to be π. Option (2) ABC A à line X is perpendicular to line Y B à line Y is perpendicular to line Z C à line Z is perpendicular to line X These 3 sentences appear in a flow, each having exactly same sentence except the pair of lines related are different. This is not true. Option (3) ABF A à Line X is perpendicular to line Y B à Line Y is perpendicular to line Z F à Angle between lines Z & X is π Think twice before marking this option as correct answer. No matter this relation is correct mathematically but you cannot presuppose that perpendicular is a property denoting angle between two lines. Thus, it is incorrect.
Therefore, only option (4) is left valid for answer.

Directions: From the alternatives given, choose the one which is farthest in meaning from the given word.

Wayward

  1. Naughty

  2. Contrary

  3. Submissive

  4. Directional

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Wayward is conforming to no fixed rule or pattern and unpredictable and therefore, among given answer choices, directional is best suited to give opposite of given question.

Directions: From the alternatives given, choose the one which is farthest in meaning from the given word.

Redolent

  1. Malodorous

  2. Cacophonous

  3. Stripped

  4. Aromatic

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

We have to find antonym of given word in this question. 'Redolent' is sweet-smelling, fragrant. So, something stinking or odorous should be its antonym. 'Malodorous' is to have a bad odour, foul smelling or stinking, 'cacophonous' is noisy; 'stripped' is bare or bereft and 'aromatic' is sweet smelling. Hence, option (1) is the answer.

Directions: In the following question, the word in bold is used in four different ways, numbered 1 to 4. Choose the option in which the usage of word is incorrect or inappropriate. Crown

  1. The colonies revolted against the Crown.

  2. He was crowned the Order of the Sacred Treasure by the Emperor of Japan.

  3. Mr. Jenkins crowned his performance with a show-stealing display on the musical glasses.

  4. A wonderful flower wreath crowned her head.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In the second sentence, 'Order' means a group of people upon whom a government or sovereign has formally conferred honor for unusual service or merit. Therefore, the verb should be awarded. Crowned means enthrone. Hence, (2) is the answer.

Directions: In the following question, the word in bold is used in four different ways, numbered 1 to 4. Choose the option in which the usage of word is incorrect or inappropriate.

Scrape

  1. He hurriedly scraped a note before he ran to his car.

  2. They scraped a letter into the stone.

  3. She had scraped together enough money for college.

  4. She fell down and scraped her knee.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The process of writing quickly without any attention to detail is scribbling and not scraping. Hence (1) is the answer.

Directions: In the following question, the word in bold is used in four different ways, numbered 1 to 4. Choose the option in which the usage of word is incorrect or inappropriate.

Flurry

  1. The ministers got swept up in flurry of debates.

  2. Slaughtering of goats creates a flurry in Tiruchi.

  3. The Royal party were so flurried that they did not hear the splash.

  4. He had to close the window against the flurry.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

From option (2), it can be inferred that the act caused a violent agitation. Although flurry also implies a kind of agitation, this kind of violent agitation is termed as 'a flare up'. The correct expression is 'lead to a flare up'. Hence (2) is the correct answer.

Directions: In the following question, the word in bold is used in four different ways, numbered 1 to 4. Choose the option in which the usage of word is incorrect or inappropriate.

Drift

  1. That argument has caused a drift between the two families.

  2. His actions nevertheless suggest certain openness to the positivist drift to the times.

  3. The boat had drifted away into the night.

  4. Did you get the drift of his argument?

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The word in (1) should be 'rift', not 'drift'. Hence (1) is the answer.

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.
Many of you have long experienced in your manufacturing operations the advantages of substantial, well-contrived, and well-executed machinery.
Experience has also shown you the difference of the results between mechanism which is neat, clean, well arranged, and always in a high state of repair; and that which is allowed to be dirty, in disorder, and without the means of preventing unnecessary friction, and which therefore becomes, and works, much out of repair.
In the first case the whole economy and management are good, every operation proceeds with ease, order, and success.
In the last, the reverse must follow, and dissatisfaction among all the agents and instrument interested or occupied in the general process, which cannot fail to create great loss.
If, then, due care as to the state of your inanimate machines can produce such beneficial results, what may not be expected if you devote equal attention to your vital machines, which are far more wonderfully constructed?
When you shall acquire a right knowledge of these, of their curious mechanism, of their self-adjusting powers; when the proper main spring shall be applied to their various movements — you will become conscious of their real value, and you will readily be induced to turn your thoughts more frequently from your inanimate to your living machines; and you will discover that the latter may be easily trained and directed to procure a large increase of pecuniary gain, while you may also derive from them a high and substantial satisfaction. What, according to you, would be the appropriate title of the passage?

  1. A new view of organization.

  2. New trends to be healthy.

  3. An insight into effective mechanisms.

  4. A new view of society.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In light of above explanation, (4) would be the appropriate title and hence the answer.

Directions: In the following question, the word in bold is used in four different ways, numbered 1 to 4. Choose the option in which the usage of word is incorrect or inappropriate. Point

  1. Her resignation letter was short and to the point.

  2. Her point was well taken by the interview panel.

  3. There is no point in going over it once again.

  4. Though he is a politician, tact is not one of his strong point.

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

As a politician, he must have some strong points and tact if not one of them. So 'points' would be the correct grammatical usage in this context. Hence (4) is the correct answer.

Directions: For the following word, a contextual usage is provided. Pick the word from the alternatives given that is most inappropriate in the given context.

Mangy: This piece of cloth has become too mangy to be used in cleaning.

  1. Dirty

  2. Shabby

  3. Scruffy

  4. Stiff

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mangy means shabby and filthy, sordid, squalid. Therefore, 'dirty' in (1), 'shabby' in (2) and 'scruffy' (shabby, unkempt, or untidy) in (3) are all synonyms of mangy. 'Stiff' is the only option that is not related to mangy. Hence, option (4) is the answer.

Directions: For the following word, a contextual usage is provided. Pick the word from the alternatives given that is most inappropriate in the given context.

Lurid: The lurid stories left the children scared.

  1. Shocking

  2. Sensational

  3. Garish

  4. Ordinary

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lurid means vivid in a harsh or shocking way, hence, 'shocking', 'sensational' and 'garish'(too bright or gaudy, showy) will be it's synonyms. Hence, 'ordinary' in option (4) is the answer.

Directions: For the following word, a contextual usage is provided. Pick the word from the alternatives given that is most inappropriate in the given context.

Revile: He does not hesitate to revile and abuse others.

  1. Praise

  2. Berate

  3. Disparage

  4. Censure

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Revile is to use abusive or contemptuous language in speaking to or about or call bad names. A look at the options would give us the right answer. 'Praise' in option (1) is opposite of revile which forms the answer.

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.
Many of you have long experienced in your manufacturing operations the advantages of substantial, well-contrived, and well-executed machinery.
Experience has also shown you the difference of the results between mechanism which is neat, clean, well arranged, and always in a high state of repair; and that which is allowed to be dirty, in disorder, and without the means of preventing unnecessary friction, and which therefore becomes, and works, much out of repair.
In the first case the whole economy and management are good, every operation proceeds with ease, order, and success.
In the last, the reverse must follow, and dissatisfaction among all the agents and instrument interested or occupied in the general process, which cannot fail to create great loss.
If, then, due care as to the state of your inanimate machines can produce such beneficial results, what may not be expected if you devote equal attention to your vital machines, which are far more wonderfully constructed?
When you shall acquire a right knowledge of these, of their curious mechanism, of their self-adjusting powers; when the proper main spring shall be applied to their various movements — you will become conscious of their real value, and you will readily be induced to turn your thoughts more frequently from your inanimate to your living machines; and you will discover that the latter may be easily trained and directed to procure a large increase of pecuniary gain, while you may also derive from them a high and substantial satisfaction.
What is the theme of the passage?

  1. Co-ordination among different organs in our body and hygienic diet is the secret of a healthy being.

  2. Good and effective management is substantial for successful operating mechanisms within an organisation.

  3. Harmonization and order among individuals of the society would create a better society.

  4. Well - contrived and well excepted machinery results in ordered and satisfied mechanism whereas unnecessary friction in machinery causes disorder among all the agents in the mechanism.

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The concept of machinery and manufacturing operations in first four paragraphs are cited as an example to explain the main idea of the passage. In this passage, the author draws a similarity between inanimate machines and living machines (clue is provided by fifth paragraph). In this light, options (2) and (4) are ruled out.
By living machines, the author means individuals or human beings that are a past of the society (fifth paragraph). 'The latter may be easily trained' in fifth paragraph provides the clue that the author emphasizes on the individuals as they can be trained but different organs in our body cannot be easily trained. Hence, (3) is the answer.

Directions: For the following word, a contextual usage is provided. Pick the word from the alternatives given that is most inappropriate in the given context

Wangle: He attempted to wangle a high score in the exams.

  1. Acquire

  2. Contrive

  3. Lose

  4. Finagle

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

If wangle is to get, acquire or procure, then 'lose' in option (3) would not be related to it. Hence, (3) is the answer.

Directions: For the following word, a contextual usage is provided. Pick the word from the alternatives given that is most inappropriate in the given context

Welter: The present welter of accepting orders from the Director as well as the Chairman needs to be revised

  1. Jumble

  2. Clarity

  3. Muddle

  4. Flurry

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

'Clarity' in option (2) would be the antonym of wangle, which means commotion, uproar or turmoil. Hence, option (2) is the answer.

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