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Which of the following phrases (i), (ii), and (iii) given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold letters to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option among the five given alternatives that reflect the correct use of phrase in the context of the grammatically correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it is, mark (E) i.e., "No correction required" as the answer.

Despite the abuse and insults that were hurled at him, he really sticks on his guns and showed the protesters how to be calm.
i. he really stuck onto his guns and showed the protesters
ii. he really stuck to his guns and showed the protesters
iii. he really is sticking his guns onto the protesters

A) A. Only i B) B. Only ii
C) C. Only iii D) D. ii and iii
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) B. Only ii

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Ans. B.
‘to stick to one’s guns’ means refuse to compromise or change, despite criticism. It is a phrasal verb hence we can’t make any changes in the prepositions used. The sentence is in past tense, hence stick should be replaced by stuck.

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What is the ratio of masses of hydrogen and oxygen in the water?

A) 1 : 4 B) 1 : 8
C) 1 : 16 D) 1 : 64
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 1 : 8

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Which one of the following cell organelles mainly functions as storehouse of digestive enzymes?

A) Desmosome B) Ribosome
C) Lysosome D) Vacuoles
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Lysosome

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Lysosome is found in nearly all types of eukaryotic cells (cells with a clearly defined nucleus) and is responsible for the digestion of macromolecules, old cell parts, and microorganisms. Each lysosome is surrounded by a membrane that maintains an acidic environment within the interior via a proton pump. Lysosomes contain a wide variety of hydrolytic enzymes (acid hydrolases) that break down macromolecules such as nucleic acids, proteins, and polysaccharides. So, they are known as storehouse of digestive enzymes.

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What chemical is injected into a person's body when an ant bites?

A) Formic Acid B) Acetic Acid
C) Tartaric Acid D) Citric Acid
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Formic Acid

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In each of the following question, find out which part has an error. The police have

A) /arrested the thief B) /who broke into my house
C) / last night D) No Error
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) No Error

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Pepsin is an enzyme that digests ______.

A) proteins B) starch
C) carbohydrate D) fats
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) proteins

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Which of the following increases the rate of heart beat?

A) Peripheral nerves B) Sympathetic nerves
C) Parasympathetic nerves D) Cranial nerves
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Sympathetic nerves

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In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.

 

wide in range or effect

 

A) sweeping B) exaggerate
C) exclusive D) superficial
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) sweeping

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