Directions: Select the antonym of the word given in capital letters.

Ellen will need to work on her ELOCUTION before she competes in the public speaking competition.

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You need to have at least a RUDIMENTARY understanding of technology, before you can upload a video on that website.

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Any organisation with ARBITRARY powers can create chaos and disorder in the society.

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The woman looked HAGGARD as she had spent day and night taking care of her ailing husband.

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The boy has admirable GUMPTION to face his bully.

Directions: Select the antonym of the word given in capital letters.

Take COPIOUS notes in class, so that you have plenty of review material for the test.

Directions: Select the antonym of the word (occurring in the sentence in capital letters) as per the context.

The politician promised to answer all questions, which were PERTINENT to his campaign promises.

Directions: The following sentence has been split into three parts - (1), (2) and (3). If there is any grammatical error in any of these parts, that is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is (4).

(1) Some of the guests might be important (2) to his future in politics, (3) but he was dressed to impress. (4) No error

Directions: The following sentence has been broken into three parts - (1), (2) and (3). If there is any grammatical error in any of these parts, that is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is (4).

(1) The actor was happy that he got (2) the part in a movie (3) although the part was a small one. (4) No error

Directions: The following sentence has been split into three parts - (1), (2) and (3). If there is any grammatical error in any of these parts, that is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is (4).

(1) As you miss a home or car loan installment, (2) not only are you slapped with a penalty, (3) but your credit score also suffers. (4) No error

Directions: The following sentence has been broken into three parts - (1), (2) and (3). If there is any grammatical error in any of these parts, that is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is (4).

(1) He said that he was starting a new party, (2) unless the present party did not reflect (3) the views and aspirations of the cadres. (4) No error

Directions: The following sentence has been split into three parts, (1), (2) and (3). If there is any grammatical error in any of these parts, that is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is (4).

(1) Despite India trying its best to prevent Chinese submarines (2) from stopping in Sri Lanka, (3) another Chinese attack submarine is docking in Colombo. (4) No error

Directions: The following sentence has been broken into three parts - (1), (2) and (3). If there is any grammatical error in any of these parts, that is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is (4).

(1) The story added to a growing debate (2) over whether the government (3) was failing in their most basic duties. (4) No error

Directions: The following sentence has been broken into three parts - (1), (2) and (3). If there is any grammatical error in any of these parts, that is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is (4).

(1) Government has permitted (2) the transfer of private land (3) to industrial, tourism and other purposes. (4) No error

Directions: The following sentence has been broken into three parts - (1), (2) and (3). If there is any grammatical error in any of these parts, that is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is (4).

(1) It is said that in life, (2) be it friendships or fights, (3) nothing last forever. (4) No error

Directions: The following sentence has been broken into three parts - (1), (2) and (3). If there is any grammatical error in any of these parts, that is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is (4).

(1) It is normal for your memory to deteriorate as you get older, (2) but there are some factors (3) who can accelerate this deterioration considerably. (4) No error

Directions: The following sentence has been broken into three parts - (1), (2) and (3). If there is any grammatical error in any of these parts, that is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is (4).

(1) When she was youngest (2) my baby sister was incredibly innocent (3) and fell for all my tricks (4) No error

Directions: Select the synonym of the word given in capital letters.

The party clearly wants to use its share in power to expand its political CLOUT.

Directions: Select the synonym of the word given in capital letters.

The death sentence IMPOSED on five Indian fishermen by a Sri Lankan court for drug trafficking has added an unfortunate dimension to relations between the two countries.

Directions: Select the synonym of the word given in capital letters.

This is a fundamental question for a country whose CORE objectives in foreign policy remain the promotion of democracy and the rule of law around the world.

Directions: Select the synonym of the word given in capital letters.

Policy measures and DILIGENT monitoring are needed to control the situation.

Directions: Select the synonym of the word given in capital letters.

Although I was ELATED about the trip, I was also nervous at the thought of flying for the first time.

Directions: Select the synonym of the word given in capital letters.

The floodwaters are expected to RECEDE in a few days.

Directions: Select the synonym of the word given in capital letters.

The Pope is a VENERABLE leader, who is recognised for his commitment to helping others.

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The DEPOSITION of the football coach has left the team without a leader.

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Riots in the name of religion are ABHORRENT to me.

Directions: Select the synonym of the word given in capital letters.

Unpacking all these boxes is going to require a great deal of TENACITY.

Directions: Select the antonym of the word given in capital letters.

He is an ADEPT juggler who can easily manage four balls in the air without dropping one.

Directions: Select the antonym of the word given in capital letters.

The finding of your fingerprint at the scene is INFALLIBLE evidence that you committed the crime.

Directions: Select the antonym of the word given in capital letters.

After he faked his death, he attended his own funeral INCOGNITO to see what people were saying about him.

They are determined to _________ for their rights.

He ________ answer for his misdeeds.

_________ you want to go home now?

This book explains the topics, so that even a layman _________ understand.

The car company has _________ all the models of last year.

My friend is _________ about whether or not he should accept the job offer.

Only men _________ go to a university in those days.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.

The trees were cut down to make way ________ the widening of the road.

Our boxers ________ in the knowledge that they did their best in the games.

His wife has ________ his business after his death.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.

The lock on the main door was broken _______ robbers.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.

Today I met Shiva, who has just returned home _______ Goa.

I am doing some volunteer work at the hospital in order to _________ in the water and see if I like the medical field.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.

Her cupboard is the cleanest thing ______ the house.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.

Our data is based ________ empirical evidence, collected from numerous studies.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.

My parents introduced me to people of various cultures _______ an early age.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.

Since you wrote a letter expressing remorse, I will forgive you and accept you back ______ my life.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.

Feeling guilty, the defendant confessed in front of everyone ______ the courtroom.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.

Kolkata is an important port _______ the river Hoogly.

Directions: Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.

Arya takes _______ me in his mannerisms.

Directions: One of the given four words can be used as a substitute for the stem.

A story that is short and amusing

Directions: One of the given four words can be used as a substitute for the stem. Choose the correct one.

One who believes everything is predestined

Directions: One of the given four words can be used as a substitute for the stem.

A person who has odd habits

Directions: One of the given four words can be used as a substitute for the stem.

One who plays a game for pleasure and not professionally

Directions: One of the given four words can be used as a substitute for the stem.

A speech made without preparation

Directions: One of the given four words can be used as a substitute for the stem.

One who loves books

What according to the author allows corruption to go unchallenged?

Directions: Read the passage carefully and answer the question that follows.

Corruption often goes unchallenged when people do not speak out about it. Witness accounts offer invaluable insights into corruption and are powerful tools in the fight against it. From exposing multi-million dollar financial scams to dangerous medical practices, whistleblowers play a crucial role in saving resources and even lives.
But in some countries, blowing the whistle can carry high personal risk – particularly when there is little legal protection against dismissal, humiliation or even physical abuse. Controls on information, libel and defamation laws, and inadequate investigation of whistleblowers’ claims can all deter people from speaking out.
Whistleblowers are less likely to report workplace misconduct when their employers do not provide clear internal reporting channels. And in some settings, whistle-blowing carries connotations of betrayal rather than being seen as a benefit to the public. Ultimately, societies, institutions and citizens lose out when there is no one willing to cry foul in the face of corruption.
Whistleblowers are invaluable in exposing corruption, fraud and mismanagement. Early disclosure of wrongdoing or the risk of wrongdoing can protect human rights, help to save lives and preserve the rule of law. When witnesses of corruption are confident about their ability to report it, corrupt individuals cannot hide behind the wall of silence.

‘Whistleblowers are invaluable in exposing corruption.’ What does ‘invaluable’ mean in this context?

Directions: Read the passage carefully and answer the question that follows.

Corruption often goes unchallenged when people do not speak out about it. Witness accounts offer invaluable insights into corruption and are powerful tools in the fight against it. From exposing multi-million dollar financial scams to dangerous medical practices, whistleblowers play a crucial role in saving resources and even lives.
But in some countries, blowing the whistle can carry high personal risk – particularly when there is little legal protection against dismissal, humiliation or even physical abuse. Controls on information, libel and defamation laws, and inadequate investigation of whistleblowers’ claims can all deter people from speaking out.
Whistleblowers are less likely to report workplace misconduct when their employers do not provide clear internal reporting channels. And in some settings, whistle-blowing carries connotations of betrayal rather than being seen as a benefit to the public. Ultimately, societies, institutions and citizens lose out when there is no one willing to cry foul in the face of corruption.
Whistleblowers are invaluable in exposing corruption, fraud and mismanagement. Early disclosure of wrongdoing or the risk of wrongdoing can protect human rights, help to save lives and preserve the rule of law. When witnesses of corruption are confident about their ability to report it, corrupt individuals cannot hide behind the wall of silence.

The author says that whistleblowers do not report workplace misconduct as

Directions: Read the passage carefully and answer the question that follows.

Corruption often goes unchallenged when people do not speak out about it. Witness accounts offer invaluable insights into corruption and are powerful tools in the fight against it. From exposing multi-million dollar financial scams to dangerous medical practices, whistleblowers play a crucial role in saving resources and even lives.
But in some countries, blowing the whistle can carry high personal risk – particularly when there is little legal protection against dismissal, humiliation or even physical abuse. Controls on information, libel and defamation laws, and inadequate investigation of whistleblowers’ claims can all deter people from speaking out.
Whistleblowers are less likely to report workplace misconduct when their employers do not provide clear internal reporting channels. And in some settings, whistle-blowing carries connotations of betrayal rather than being seen as a benefit to the public. Ultimately, societies, institutions and citizens lose out when there is no one willing to cry foul in the face of corruption.
Whistleblowers are invaluable in exposing corruption, fraud and mismanagement. Early disclosure of wrongdoing or the risk of wrongdoing can protect human rights, help to save lives and preserve the rule of law. When witnesses of corruption are confident about their ability to report it, corrupt individuals cannot hide behind the wall of silence.

What deters people from speaking against corruption?

Directions: Read the passage carefully and answer the question that follows.

Corruption often goes unchallenged when people do not speak out about it. Witness accounts offer invaluable insights into corruption and are powerful tools in the fight against it. From exposing multi-million dollar financial scams to dangerous medical practices, whistleblowers play a crucial role in saving resources and even lives.
But in some countries, blowing the whistle can carry high personal risk – particularly when there is little legal protection against dismissal, humiliation or even physical abuse. Controls on information, libel and defamation laws, and inadequate investigation of whistleblowers’ claims can all deter people from speaking out.
Whistleblowers are less likely to report workplace misconduct when their employers do not provide clear internal reporting channels. And in some settings, whistle-blowing carries connotations of betrayal rather than being seen as a benefit to the public. Ultimately, societies, institutions and citizens lose out when there is no one willing to cry foul in the face of corruption.
Whistleblowers are invaluable in exposing corruption, fraud and mismanagement. Early disclosure of wrongdoing or the risk of wrongdoing can protect human rights, help to save lives and preserve the rule of law. When witnesses of corruption are confident about their ability to report it, corrupt individuals cannot hide behind the wall of silence.