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In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer.

Histrionic

A) Melodramatic, Theatrical B) Conscientious, Diligent
C) Tenacious, Retentive D) Thrive, Tussle
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Melodramatic, Theatrical

Explanation:

The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Histrionic: excessively theatrical or dramatic in character or style
Melodramatic: characteristic of melodrama, especially in being exaggerated or overemotional
Theatrical: exaggerated and excessively dramatic
Conscientious: wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly
Diligent: having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties
Tenacious: tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely
Retentive: (of a person's memory) effective in retaining facts and impressions
Thrive: (of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously
Tussle: a vigorous struggle or scuffle, typically in order to obtain or achieve something
Pertinent: relevant or applicable to a
particular matter; apposite Appropriate: suitable or proper in the circumstances
Therefore, it can be observed that option  i.e. ‘melodramatic, theatrical’ forms a synonym- synonym pair of ‘histrionic’.

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Q:

Something that saves your money is

A) Cost-effective B) Economical
C) Both A & B D) None of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Both A & B

Explanation:

Something that saves your money is cost-effective and is also called as economical.

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Which statement describes the amount of rainfall in grasslands?

A) more than deserts B) less than forests
C) Both A & B D) None of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Both A & B

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The swift movement of the falling water droplets along with the rising air create lightning and sound. It is this event that we call a ________________.

A) thunderstorm B) hail
C) twister D) cloudburst
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) thunderstorm

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Q:

In satellite based communication VSAT stands for

Answer

VSAT stands for Very Small Aperture Terminal is a satellite communications system that serves home and business users.

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Q:

An example of an extensive property of matter is

A) Volume B) Mass
C) Density D) All the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) All the above

Explanation:

Any properties that are dependent on the amount of matter are called as extensive properties of matter.


Examples are :: Mass, Volume, Density (M/V),...

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Q:

What is not a reason christian missionaries went to Asia?

Answer

To obtain exotic spices or to find trade items are not the reasons for christian missionaries went to Asia.

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Q:

The diploid generation of the plant life cycle always

A) produces eggs and sperm B) produces spores
C) is called the gametophyte D) develops from a spore
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) produces spores

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