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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.

 

The nitty-gritty

 

A) The low level dirty job which is left to the lowermost subordinates. B) Those with grit and determination will not be defeated.
C) Some people are born tough. D) The most important aspects or practical details of a subject or situation.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) The most important aspects or practical details of a subject or situation.

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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.
Will-o-the wisp

A) Something that is impossible to get or achieve. B) To keep off an unwanted and undesirable person.
C) To spend recklessly. D) Accept or leave the offer.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Something that is impossible to get or achieve.

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Select the word with the correct spelling.

A) garotte B) dillution
C) variably D) exhumming
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) variably

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

 

a person who is not accepted by a social group, especially because he or she is not liked, respected, or trusted

 

A) fugitive B) vagrant
C) pariah D) tramp
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) pariah

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Select the odd word/letters/number/number pair from the given alternatives.

A) Ethical B) Genuine
C) Prejudiced D) Reliable
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Prejudiced

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A sentence/a part of the sentence is underlined. Four alternatives are given to the underlined part which will improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it. In case no improvement is needed, click the button corresponding to "No improvement".

No sooner did the teacher come into the class when we stood up.

A) since B) then
C) than D) No improvement
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) than

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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.

 

Familiarity breeds contempt

A) close association with someone leads to a loss of respect for them B) if you do an undesirable thing daily then it becomes acceptable
C) too many people living closely will eventually cause bitterness D) routine has to be broken to bring excitement to life
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) close association with someone leads to a loss of respect for them

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In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

With his political _____________, the Party President deftly handled the rebellion.

A) temperament B) sagacity
C) attitude D) inexperience
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) sagacity

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