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Which one of the following is most sensitive to environmental change?

A) Amphibian B) Reptile
C) Mammal D) Insect
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Amphibian

Explanation:

Amphibians are one of the most sensitive groups to change, whether that is caused by habitat loss, invasive species, disease, trade or climate change. Their sensitivity to environmental threats has been generally linked to the observation that amphibians are characterized by a rather permeable skin. Given their complex life cycles and other traits, amphibians are often recognized as indicators of ecosystem health.

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Which European traveller had observed,"A Hindu woman can go anywhere alone, even in the most crowded places, and she need never fear the impertinent looks and jokes of idle loungers"?

A) Francois Bernier B) Jean-Baptiste Tavernier
C) Thomas Roe D) Abbe J.A. Dubois
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Abbe J.A. Dubois

Explanation:

A European traveler, Abbe J.A. Dubois, commented, at the beginning of the 19th century: "A Hindu woman can go anywhere alone, even in the most crowded places, and she need never fear the impertinent looks and jokes of idle loungers....A house inhabited solely by women is a sanctuary which the most shameless libertine would not dream of violating.' The women of the time possessed title individuality of their own. This does not mean that there were no exceptions to this rule.

 

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Which neighbouring country of India is also reffered as 'Druk Yul'?

A) Myanmar B) Maldives
C) Bhutan D) Afghanistan
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Bhutan

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Singing Their Songs was created by

A) Elizabeth Catlett B) Francisco de Goya
C) Vija Celmins D) Louise Bourgeois
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Elizabeth Catlett

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Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentences and click the button corresponding to it.

One who knows everything.

A) Omniscient B) Conscious
C) Intellectual D) Learned
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Omniscient

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In the following question, a sentence / a part of sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.

 

The fugitive was finally stopped at the airport.

 

A) compromised B) comprehended
C) apprehended D) No improvement
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) apprehended

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

Rule of thumb

A) A rough unit of measure for small lengths B) A broadly accurate guide based on practice
C) To force someone to work against his wish D) To use your power to ensure discipline
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) A broadly accurate guide based on practice

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In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best express the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.

 

You said,"My parents never liked my accepting any job but I had always wanted to stand on my own feet".

 

A) You regretted that your parents had never liked you accepting any job but you always wanted to stand on your own feet. B) You said that your parents never liked your accepting any job but you always wanted to stand on your own feet.
C) You told that your parents never like you accepting any job but you always wanted to stand on your own feet. D) You said that my parents never liked my accepting any job but I had always wanted to stand on my own feet.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) You said that your parents never liked your accepting any job but you always wanted to stand on your own feet.

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