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What was the topic of the book 'The Other America'?

A) Poverty was widespread in America. B) Education was lacking in America.
C) Racism was widespread in America. D) Americans needed more highways.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Poverty was widespread in America.

Explanation:

The book "The Other America" was written by Michael Harrington. The topic of the book 'The Other America' was Poverty was widespread in America.

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Largest of all the Islands?

A) Comoros B) Greenland
C) Maskali D) Andamaan and Nicobar
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Greenland

Explanation:

Green land is the largest of all the Islands.It is a part of North America

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What is the theme of the 2017 World Thalassaemia Day (WTD) ?

A) Together for Humanity B) Access to Safe & Effective Drugs in Thalassaemia
C) Patients Rights Revisited D) Thalassemia: Knowledge is Strength
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Together for Humanity

Explanation:

The World Thalassaemia Day (WTD) is observed every year on May 8 to spread awareness about this deadly disease and the importance of blood donation and how it helps the millions of people suffering from Thalassemia worldwide. Thalassemia is genetic blood disorders characterised by reduction in the synthesis or absence of haemoglobin in the body. According to a WHO report, more than 90% patients with thalassaemia in western countries lead a normal life, whereas in India, roughly half of all patients die before reaching adulthood. Approx 3.9% of India’s population is a carrier for thalassemia. The 2017 theme ‘Together for Humanity’ highlights the need for unity and the efforts that are required to fight this fatal disease.

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India's largest telecom operator Bharti Airtel announced a partnership with __________ to provide cyber security solutions to businesses in India.

A) Symantec Corp B) Mimecast
C) Cisco D) Raytheon
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Symantec Corp

Explanation:
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Which of the following makes us know the exact age of a tree ?

A) Height of the tree B) Width of trunk
C) Rings of the tree D) Branches of the tree
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Rings of the tree

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what is the source of energy for the water cycle?

A) Rain water B) Sun
C) Clouds D) Animals
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Sun

Explanation:

The water cycle is a term for the movement of water between the Earth's surface, the sky and underground. Water evaporates due to heat from the sun. Hence, the water cycle is driven primarily by the energy from the sun.

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This solar energy drives the cycle by evaporating water from the oceans, lakes, rivers, and even the soil. Other water moves from plants to the atmosphere through the process of transpiration.

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What are the rungs of the DNA ladder made of?

A) phosphates and sugars B) nitrates and sugars
C) nitrates and phosphates D) sugars and hydrates
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) nitrates and phosphates

Explanation:

The rungs or the sides of the DNA ladder is made of Deoxyribose, which is a pentose, and a phosphate group are the two molecules together form the two sides of the DNA i.e, A sugar (deoxyribose) and a phosphate.

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The glacier of the Nubra Valley, the longest one with a length of over 72km is called the ______ glacier

A) Hispar B) Siachen
C) Biafo D) Baltaro
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Siachen

Explanation:

Hispar and Beturaof the Hunza valley are over 57km long. They are the largest glaciers. Biafo and Baltaro of the shigar valley are 60 km long

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