Q151. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Spontaneous
(a) Attractive
(b) Exhaustive
(c) Instinctive
(d) Acquisitive

Q152. Some words in the following sentence have been highlighted and given as options.
Select the option that contains a spelling error.
The rolling waves on the beach were so trainquil and soothing.
(a) beach
(b) trainquil
(c) soothing
(d) rolling

Q153. Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that
contains an error.
Rani was extreme upset with her results this year.
(a) extreme upset
(b) this year
(c) with her results
(d) Rani was

Q154. Four words have been highlighted in the given sentence of which one word has a
spelling error. Identify the incorrectly spelt word.
The tiger thrshed (A) against his chains (B) in the cage at the circus (C) but nobody paid
him any heed (D).
(a) thrshed
(b) circus
(c) chains
(d) heed

Q155. Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom.

We’ve sent a very strong protest letter. That should make them sit up and take notice.
(a) Follow
(b) Attend
(c) Observe
(d) Consider

Q156. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Defunct
(a) Stoicism
(b) Extant
(c) Convoluted
(d) Redundant
Q157. You are preparing a speech for the upcoming function. Select a synonym for the
highlighted word to make it better.
The education system must evolve to keep pace with the rapid changes in the job market.
(a) Emanate
(b) Censor
(c) Demolish
(d) Conceal

Q158. Select the option that will improve the highlighted part of the given sentence.
The village Seoni is located 113 km away from the capital city of MP, Bhopal.
(a) adjacent from city capital of MP, Bhopal
(b) far from the capital city of MP, Bhopal
(c) near from the city capital of MP, Bhopal
(d) approximate from capital of MP, Bhopal

Q159. Select the sentence that has a spelling error.

A- Keeping cities clean and free of germs is particularly essential for keeping their residents
healthy.
B- Our health depends not just on our nutrition and personal hygeine but also on how we
clean our cities and surroundings.
C- The spread of various diseases is intricately linked to the deteriorating state of public
health condition.
D- The good news is that waste management, to keep cities clean, is now getting attention
through the Swachh Bharat Mission.
(a) The good news is that waste management, to keep cities clean, is now getting attention
through the Swachh Bharat Mission.
(b) The spread of various diseases is intricately linked to the deteriorating state of public
health condition.
(c) Keeping cities clean and free of germs is particularly essential for keeping their
residents healthy.
(d) Our health depends not just on our nutrition and personal hygeine but also on how we
clean our cities and surroundings

Q160. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the highlighted word in the
given sentence.
The new professor is liked by his students for his amiable approach.
(a) simple
(b) strict
(c) academic
(d) friendly

Q161. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of
words.
Spoken or done without any previous thought or preparation
(a) Inaugural
(b) Maiden
(c) Extempore
(d) Initiative

Q162. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of
words.
A place where coins are made
(a) Trough
(b) Post Office
(c) Grove
(d) Mint

Q163. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Vague
(a) Elegant
(b) Regal
(c) Definite
(d) Dwarf

Q164. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of
words.
Something of monstrous size or power
(a) Bulk
(b) Amazon
(c) Heavyweight
(d) Behemoth

Q165. Select the most appropriate idiomatic expression to fill in the blank.
Our director took a meeting and asked us to express our views on ___________ of the new HR
policy.
(a) the bandwagon
(b) the pros and cons
(c) the hook
(d) the ups and downs

Q166. Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the highlighted segment in the
given sentence.
He got a burst of energy and started digging again.
(a) took bull by the horns
(b) a fancy of someone
(c) second wind
(d) heart on the sleeve

Q167. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Brave
(a) Elegant
(b) Cordial
(c) Cowardly
(d) Courageous

Q168. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Behold
(a) Look
(b) Burden
(c) Fortunate
(d) Predict

Q169. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the highlighted segment in the
given sentence.
A gust of wind came abruptly and our sand castle toppled.
(a) tumbled down
(b) ran after
(c) turned up
(d) blew out

Q170. Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. One of them may contain
an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any
error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.
Luckily, I managed to get a room in the college hostel, and I move in there.
(a) and I move in there
(b) Luckily, I managed to get a room
(c) in the college hostel
(d) No error

Q171. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Open your heart
(a) Immediately think of something
(b) Share your deepest feelings
(c) Feel relieved because the stress is removed
(d) Could do something very easily

Q172. Select the most appropriate one-word substitution of the given group of words.
A list of source materials that are used or consulted in the preparation of a work or that are
referred to in the text.
(a) Bibliography
(b) Bibliophile
(c) Bibliotheca
(d) Bibliomemoir

Q173. Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank.

The company had some initial problems, but now it is ________.
(a) flying like a rock
(b) flying the nest
(c) flying a kite
(d) flying high

Q174. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Burn one’s bridges
(a) Working very hard
(b) Impossible to return to an earlier state
(c) Having an overnight success
(d) Attack on one’s enemy

Q175. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of
words.
An ability to do several things at the same time.
(a) Indictment
(b) Blasphemy
(c) Unitasking
(d) Multitasking

Q176. Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom that can be substituted
in the following sentence.
Right now, my hands are full.
(a) My hands are filled up
(b) My hands are swollen
(c) I’m very tired
(d) I’m very busy

Q177. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

(a) Click
(b) Caricature
(c) Cumbersome
(d) Cumolative

Q178. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Credit
(a) Litigate
(b) Install
(c) Debit
(d) Impute

Q179. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Boil the ocean
(a) Something very big
(b) Something which gets hot gradually
(c) Try to do something impossible
(d) To make someone very angry
Q180. The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that
contains a grammatical error.
“You look so young! When did you completed your graduation?” asked Rekha to her
neighbour.
(a) to her neighbour.
(b) When did you completed your graduation?
(c) asked Rekha
(d) You look so young!

Q181. Select the correct spelling of the incorrectly spelt word.

Diplomats believe that buraucratic delays are inevitable.
(a) inivitable
(b) burocratic
(c) beleave
(d) bureaucratic

Q182. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of
words.
The compulsion to tell lies
(a) Pyromania
(b) Nymphomania
(c) Megalomania
(d) Mythomania

Q183. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word ‘hinderance’ in the given
sentence and choose the correct option.
The refreshing breeze blew through the open window, bringing relief from the summer
heat.
(a) Bringing
(b) Blew
(c) Refreshing
(d) Relief

Q184. The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an
error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any
error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.
Neem tastes a little bitterly, but is very useful.
(a) a little bitterly
(b) Neem tastes
(c) but is very useful
(d) No error

Q185. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of
words.
Someone who pretends to have certain moral standards while secretively that person
practices those very moral lapses.
(a) Sinner
(b) Actor
(c) Spy
(d) Hypocrite

Q186. Select the most appropriate idiomatic expression to substitute for the highlighted
segment in the given sentence.
I had to work late in the night for nearly three months to write my first book.
(a) to take a back seat
(b) to burn the midnight oil
(c) to blow a fuse
(d) to look through coloured glasses

Q187. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of
words.
A person who does not eat any animal product
(a) Vegetarian
(b) Veggie
(c) Vegan
(d) Non-vegetarian

Q188. Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom.

You must lie in the bed you have made.
(a) Face the unpleasant consequences of your own acts
(b) Sleep on the bed you made yourself
(c) Sleep in your own bed
(d) Be contended always

Q189. The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that
contains a grammatical error.
The postman delivers the letters through hand, door to door.
(a) The postman
(b) delivers the letters
(c) door to door.
(d) through hand

Q190. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Demolish
(a) Inferior
(b) Annihilate
(c) Unmethodical
(d) Fabricate
Directions (191-195): In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the
passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
It is said that everyone lives (1) ____________ selling something. What you can (2) ____________
from this statement is that teachers live by selling knowledge, philosophers live by selling
wisdom and priests earn their living by selling spiritual comfort. Though it may be possible
to measure the value of material goods in terms of money, it is extremely difficult to (3)
____________ the true value of the services which people perform for us. There are times
when we would (4) ____________ give everything we possess to save our lives, yet we might
grudge paying a surgeon a high fee for offering us precisely the same service. The (5)
____________ of society are such that skills have to be paid for in the same way that goods are
paid for at a shop.

Q191. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

(a) by
(b) over
(c) of
(d) into

Q192. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

(a) separate
(b) derive
(c) revive
(d) choose

Q193. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

(a) extort
(b) mock
(c) conceal
(d) estimate

Q194. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

(a) willingly
(b) thoroughly
(c) perfectly
(d) thoughtfully

Q195. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

(a) obstacles
(b) interferences
(c) conditions
(d) connections
Directions (196-200): Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that
follow.
As a society, we have come a long way in terms of progress and development. We have
eradicated diseases, explored space, and created technological wonders that were once
thought impossible. Yet, there is still one issue that continues to plague us: stupidity.
Yes, stupidity. The thing that seems to be contagious and has been spreading faster than the
common cold. It's everywhere you look-on social media, in politics, in the workplace. You
can't escape it.
It's as if we've all collectively decided that intelligence and common sense are no longer
important. Why bother using your brain when you can just rely on your gut feelings and
conspiracy theories?
Take politics, for example. It used to be that politicians were expected to be knowledgeable
and well-informed about the issues they were dealing with. Now, it seems that all you need
is a catchy slogan and some empty promises to win an election.
And don't even get me started on social media. It's a breeding ground for stupidity. People
will believe anything they read as long as it confirms their preconceived biases. And don't
even think about trying to present them with actual facts and evidence. That's just a waste
of time. But it's not just individuals who are to blame for this epidemic of stupidity. Our
education system is failing us as well. We're teaching our kids how to pass tests instead of
how to think critically and solve problems. It's no wonder we have a generation of adults
who can't even find their way around a basic math problem.
Of course, there are some who would argue that stupidity is just a different way of thinking.
That it's a valid perspective that deserves to be respected. To those people, I say this: if you
want to be stupid, go ahead. Just don't expect the rest of us to respect your opinions when
they're based on nothing but ignorance and misinformation.
It's time for us to take a stand against stupidity. We need to start valuing intelligence and
critical thinking again. We need to hold our leaders accountable for their actions and
demand that they be knowledgeable and well-informed. We need to teach our children how
to think, not just how to memorise.
It won't be easy, but it's a fight worth fighting. Because if we don't, we'll be stuck in a world
where stupidity reigns supreme, and there's no telling what kind of damage that could do.
So, let's all do our part and start using our brains again. It's time to put an end to the
epidemic of stupidity once and for all.

Q196. Which of the following techniques has been used by the author of the passage to
convey the message?
(a) Examples and anecdotes
(b) Factual and chronological account
(c) Humour and exaggeration
(d) Parody and mimicry

Q197. According to the passage, what is the solution to the issue of stupidity in society?
(a) Embracing ignorance and misinformation
(b) Teaching students how to pass tests
(c) Electing politicians with catchy slogans
(d) Encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Q198. What is the tone of the passage?

(a) Sarcastic
(b) Serious
(c) Melancholic
(d) Joyful

Q199. According to the author of the passage, who among the following is NOT responsible
for the spread of stupidity?
(a) Politicians
(b) Education system
(c) Individuals
(d) Children

Q200. What could be a suitable title for the passage?

(a) The Evils of Social Media
(b) The Benefits of Stupidity
(c) The Joy of Living in a World of Ignorance
(d) The Importance of Critical Thinking

Solutions

S151. Ans. (c)

Sol. The correct synonym of the word "Spontaneous" is (c) "Instinctive."
Spontaneous: Performed or occurring as a result of a sudden inner impulse without
premeditation.
Synonyms: Instinctive, Impulsive, Unplanned, Natural.
Antonyms: Planned, Calculated, Deliberate, Premeditated.
Meanings of all options:
• Attractive: Pleasing or appealing to the senses.
• Exhaustive: Including or considering all elements or aspects.
• Instinctive: Based on instinct; done without conscious thought.
• Acquisitive: Excessively interested in acquiring money or material things.

S152. Ans. (b)

Sol. Option (b) is incorrectly spelt word.
Correct spelling is: “tranquil.”
Meanings of all options:
• Beach: A pebbly or sandy shore by the ocean or other body of water.
• Tranquil: means calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance or agitation.
• Soothing: Having a gently calming effect.
• Rolling: Moving by turning over and over on an axis.

S153. Ans. (a)

Sol. Option (a) contains an error.
 The correct phrase should be "extremely upset" as "extreme" should be used in its
adverb form to modify the adjective "upset."
 An adverb is a word that can modify or describe a verb, adjective, another adverb, or
entire sentence.

S154. Ans. (a)

Sol. Option (a) is incorrectly spelt word.
Correct spelling is: “thrashed.”
Meanings of all options:
• Thrashed: beat (a person or animal) repeatedly and violently with a stick or whip.
• Circus: A large public entertainment, typically presented in one or more very large tents
or in an outdoor or indoor arena.
• Chains: A series of linked metal rings used for fastening or securing something, or for
pulling loads.
• Heed: Pay attention to; take notice of.

S155. Ans. (d)

Sol. Option (d) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
Take notice - to cause someone to pay attention or consider.
Example: When she started volunteering at the animal shelter, her dedication and hard
work quickly made everyone take notice of her contributions.

S156. Ans. (b)

Sol. The correct antonym of the given word "Defunct" is (b) "Extant."
Defunct: No longer existing or functioning.
Antonyms: Extant, Existing, Alive, Operational.
Synonyms: extinct, obsolete, and no longer in existence.
Meanings of all options:
• Stoicism: The endurance of pain or hardship without the display of feelings and without
complaint.
• Extant: Still in existence; surviving.
• Convoluted: Extremely complex and difficult to follow.
• Redundant: Not or no longer needed or useful.

S157. Ans. (a)

Sol. The correct synonym for "evolve" in this context is (a) "Emanate."
Evolve - develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form.
Synonyms: Emanate, Develop, Progress, Advance.
Antonyms: devolve, regress, and deteriorate.
Meanings of all options:
• Emanate: Issue or spread out from a source.
• Censor: Examine officially and suppress unacceptable parts of it.
• Demolish: Pull or knock down.
• Conceal: Keep from sight; hide.

S158. Ans. (b)

Sol. The correct substitution is (b) "far from the capital city of MP, Bhopal."
 The phrase "far from the capital city of MP, Bhopal" correctly indicates the distance
of Seoni from Bhopal, which is 113 km away.
 Although, the highlighted part is not wrong and correctly explains the meaning of
the given sentence and there is no option of “No substitution” therefore, option (b)
is the better substitution of the highlighted part.

S159. Ans. (d)

Sol. Option (d) contains a spelling error.
Correct spelling is: “hygiene.”
Hygiene refers to practices and conditions that promote health and cleanliness, ensuring
the prevention of illness and the maintenance of well-being.
S160. Ans. (d)
Sol. The correct substitution for the highlighted word "amiable" is (d) "friendly."
"Friendly" is synonymous with "amiable," which means having a pleasant and friendly
manner.
Meanings of all options:
 Simple - not complex or complicated; easy to understand.
 Strict - characterized by a rigid or severe adherence to rules or standards.
 Academic - related to or associated with education and scholarship.
 Friendly - displaying warmth, kindness, and a pleasant disposition towards others.

S161. Ans. (c)

Sol. The correct one-word for the given group of words is (c) "Extempore."
Extempore: Spoken or done without preparation.
Meanings of other options:
• Inaugural: Marking the beginning of an institution, activity, or period of office.
• Maiden: First or earliest.
• Initiative: The ability to assess and initiate things independently.

S162. Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct one-word for the given group of words is (d) "Mint."
Mint: A place where coins are made.
Meanings of other options:
• Trough: A long, narrow open container for animals to eat or drink out of.
• Post Office: A public department or corporation responsible for mail services and (in
some countries) telecommunications.
• Grove: A small wood or other group of trees.
S163. Ans. (c)
Sol. The correct antonym of the given word "Vague" is (c) "Definite."
Vague: Unclear in meaning; indefinite.
Antonyms: Definite, Clear, Specific, Explicit.
Synonyms: unclear, indefinite, imprecise, and ambiguous.
Meanings of all options:
• Elegant: Graceful and stylish in appearance or manner.
• Regal: Of, resembling, or fit for a monarch, especially in being magnificent or dignified.
• Definite: Clearly stated or decided; not vague or doubtful.
• Dwarf: A person of unusually short stature.

S164. Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct one-word for the given group of words is (d) "Behemoth."
Behemoth: Something of monstrous size, power, or appearance.
Meanings of other options:
• Bulk: The mass or magnitude of something large.
• Amazon: In Greek mythology, a member of a race of female warriors; used to describe
strong, tall women.
• Heavyweight: A person or thing of great weight, influence, or importance.

S165. Ans. (b)

Sol. The correct idiomatic expression is (b) "the pros and cons."
The pros and cons - the advantages and disadvantages of something.
Given sentence should be: Our director took a meeting and asked us to express our views
on the pros and cons of the new HR policy.

S166. Ans. (c)

Sol. The correct idiom to substitute the highlighted segment is (c) "second wind."
Second wind - a new strength or energy to continue something that is an effort.
Example: He got a burst of energy and started digging again (He got a second wind).

S167. Ans. (c)

Sol. The correct antonym of the given word "Brave" is (c) "Cowardly."
Brave: Ready to face and endure danger or pain; showing courage.
Antonyms: Cowardly, Timid, Fearful, Fainthearted.
Synonyms: Courageous, Valiant, Fearless, Heroic.
Meanings of all options:
• Elegant: Graceful and stylish in appearance or manner.
• Cordial: Warm and friendly.
• Cowardly: Lacking courage; timid.
• Courageous: Not deterred by danger or pain.

S168. Ans. (a)

Sol. The correct synonym of the given word "Behold" is (a) "Look."
Behold: To see or observe a thing or person.
Synonyms: Look, See, View, Observe.
Antonyms: Overlook, Ignore, Neglect, Disregard.
Meanings of all options:
• Look: Direct one's gaze in a specified direction.
• Burden: A load, typically a heavy one.
• Fortunate: Favored by or involving good luck.
• Predict: Say or estimate that a specified thing will happen in the future.

S169. Ans. (a)

Sol. The correct substitution for the highlighted segment is (a) "tumbled down."
"Tumbled down" correctly describes the action of the sand castle collapsing or falling as a
result of a gust of wind, which is similar to "toppled."
Meanings of other options:
 Ran after - chased or pursued someone or something.
 Turned up - arrived or appeared, often unexpectedly.
 Blew out - extinguished something, such as a candle or a fire, by blowing on it.

S170. Ans. (a)

Sol. Option (a) contains an error.
The correct phrase should be "and I moved in there" as the sentence requires the past tense
form "moved" to be consistent with the past tense "managed" earlier in the sentence.
To maintain proper verb tense consistency, it should be "and I moved in there" to indicate
that the action of moving into the college hostel also happened in the past.

S171. Ans. (b)

Sol. Option (b) is the correct meaning of the idiom "Open your heart."
Open your heart - to share your deepest feelings.
Example: It's good to have someone with whom you can open your heart.

S172. Ans. (a)

Sol. The correct one-word for the given group of words is (a) "Bibliography."
Bibliography: A list of the books referred to in a scholarly work, typically printed as an
appendix.
Meanings of other options:
• Bibliophile: A person who collects or has a great love of books.
• Bibliotheca: A collection of books.
• Bibliomemoir: A literary genre combining a biography and a memoir.

S173. Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct idiom to fill in the blank is (d) "flying high."
Flying high - doing very well or being very successful.
Complete sentence: The company had some initial problems, but now it is flying high.

S174. Ans. (b)

Sol. Option (b) is the correct meaning of the idiom "Burn one’s bridges."
Burn one’s bridges - to do something that makes it impossible to go back to an earlier
situation.
Example: Quitting your job without notice is like burning your bridges.

S175. Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct one-word for the given group of words is (d) "Multitasking."
Multitasking: An ability to perform more than one task or activity over a short period.
Meanings of other options:
• Indictment: A formal charge or accusation of a serious crime.
• Blasphemy: The act or offense of speaking sacrilegiously about God or sacred things.
• Unitasking: Focusing on one task at a time.

S176. Ans. (d)

Sol. Option (d) is the correct meaning of the idiom "My hands are full."
My hands are full - being very busy.
Example: Right now, I can't take on any more work; my hands are full.

S177. Ans. (d)

Sol. Option (d) is incorrectly spelt word.
Correct spelling is: “Cumulative.”
Meanings of all options:
• Click: A short, sharp sound as of a switch being operated or of two hard objects coming
quickly into contact.
• Caricature: A picture, description, or imitation of a person in which certain striking
characteristics are exaggerated.
• Cumbersome: Large or heavy and therefore difficult to carry or use.
• Cumulative: refers to the process of gradually increasing or building up over time by
adding together various elements or quantities.

S178. Ans. (c)

Sol. The correct antonym of the given word "Credit" is (c) "Debit."
Credit: An entry recording a sum received.
Antonyms: Debit, Withdrawal, Deduction, Debt.
Synonyms: Recognition, Acknowledgment, Praise, Acclaim.
Meanings of all options:
• Litigate: To take a claim or dispute to a court of law.
• Install: Place or fix (equipment or machinery) in position ready for use.
• Debit: An entry recording an amount owed.
• Impute: Represent (something, especially something undesirable) as being done or
possessed by someone.

S179. Ans. (c)

Sol. Option (c) is the correct meaning of the idiom "Boil the ocean."
Boil the ocean - to attempt to do something impossible.
Example: Trying to get everyone to agree on this issue is like trying to boil the ocean.
S180. Ans. (b)
Sol. Option (b) contains a grammatical error.
The correct phrase should be "When did you complete your graduation?" as the sentence
structure requires the base form of the verb "complete" after "did."
The word "completed" should be in its base form, "complete," because it's part of the past
tense question "When did you complete your graduation?"

S181. Ans. (d)

Sol. Option (d) is the correct spelling of the incorrectly spelt word.
Correct spelling is: “bureaucratic.”
Meanings of all options:
• Inivitable: Incorrect spelling of "Inevitable."
• Burocratic: Incorrect spelling of "Bureaucratic."
• Beleave: Incorrect spelling of "Believe."
• Bureaucratic: Relating to the business of running an organization, or government.

S182. Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct one-word for the given group of words is (d) "Mythomania."
Mythomania: An abnormal or pathological tendency to exaggerate or tell lies.
Meanings of other options:
• Pyromania: An obsessive desire to set fire to things.
• Nymphomania: An excessive, insatiable sex drive in a woman.
• Megalomania: Obsession with the exercise of power, especially in the domination of
others.

S183. Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct antonym of the word "hindrance" in the given sentence is (d) "Relief."
Hindrance: A thing that provides resistance, delay, or obstruction to something or
someone.
Antonyms: Relief, Assistance, Help, Aid.
Synonyms: obstruction, impediment, obstacle, and barrier.
Meanings of all options:
• Bringing: Present participle of bring.
• Blew: Past tense of blow.
• Refreshing: Serving to refresh or reinvigorate.
• Relief: A feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress.

S184. Ans. (a)

Sol. Option (a) contains an error.
 The correct phrase should be "a little bitter," as "bitterly" is an adverb and the
sentence requires an adjective to describe the taste of neem.
 The word "bitterly" is an adverb and does not correctly modify "tastes" in this
context.
 Instead, the adjective form "bitter" should be used to describe the taste of neem.
S185. Ans. (d)
Sol. The correct one-word for the given group of words is (d) "Hypocrite."
Hypocrite: A person who pretends to have virtues, moral or religious beliefs, principles,
etc., that they do not actually possess.
Meanings of other options:
• Sinner: A person who transgresses against divine law by committing an immoral act or
acts.
• Actor: A person whose profession is acting on the stage, in movies, or on television.
• Spy: A person who secretly collects and reports information on the activities, movements,
and plans of an enemy or competitor.

S186. Ans. (b)

Sol. The correct idiomatic expression to substitute the highlighted segment is (b) "to burn
the midnight oil."
To burn the midnight oil - to work late into the night.
Example: I had to work late in the night for nearly three months to write my first book (I
had to burn the midnight oil).

S187. Ans. (c)

Sol. The correct one-word for the given group of words is (c) "Vegan."
Vegan: A person who does not eat or use animal products.
Meanings of other options:
• Vegetarian: A person who does not eat meat, and sometimes other animal products,
especially for moral, religious, or health reasons.
• Veggie: Informal term for vegetarian.
• Non-vegetarian: A person who includes meat in their diet.

S188. Ans. (a)

Sol. Option (a) is the correct meaning of the idiom "You must lie in the bed you have made."
You must lie in the bed you have made - to suffer the consequences of your own actions.
Example: If you spend all your money now, you'll have to lie in the bed you have made.

S189. Ans. (d)

Sol. Option (d) contains a grammatical error.
The correct phrase should be "by hand," as "through hand" is not the correct prepositional
phrase for this context.

S190. Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct antonym of the given word "Demolish" is (d) "Fabricate."
Demolish: To pull or knock down a building.
Antonyms: Fabricate, Construct, Build, Create.
Synonyms: Destroy, Wreck, Dismantle, Obliterate.
Meanings of all options:
• Inferior: Lower in rank, status, or quality.
• Annihilate: Destroy utterly; obliterate.
• Unmethodical: Not methodical; disorganized.
• Fabricate: Construct or manufacture something.

S191. Ans. (a)

Sol. The correct option to fill in blank number 1 is (a) "by."
The phrase "everyone lives by selling something" is a common expression, meaning that
everyone earns their living through some means, such as a service or product.
Meanings of the options:
• By: Indicating the means of achieving something.
• Over: Above in place or position.
• Of: Expressing the relationship between a part and a whole.
• Into: Expressing movement or action with the result that someone or something becomes
enclosed or surrounded by something else.

S192. Ans. (b)

Sol. The correct option to fill in blank number 2 is (b) "derive."
The sentence suggests drawing a conclusion or inference from the statement given.
"Derive" means to obtain something from a specified source, fitting the context.
Meanings of the options:
• Separate: Cause to move or be apart.
• Derive: Obtain something from a specified source.
• Revive: Restore to life or consciousness.
• Choose: Pick out or select from a number of alternatives.

S193. Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct option to fill in blank number 3 is (d) "estimate."
The passage talks about the difficulty in determining the value of services, and "estimate"
means to form an approximate judgment or opinion regarding the worth, amount, size,
weight, etc., of something.
Meanings of the options:
• Extort: Obtain something by force, threats, or other unfair means.
• Mock: Tease or laugh at in a scornful or contemptuous manner.
• Conceal: Keep something secret; prevent from being known or noticed.
• Estimate: Roughly calculate or judge the value, number, quantity, or extent of.

S194. Ans. (a)

Sol. The correct option to fill in blank number 4 is (a) "willingly."
This word fits the context of the sentence, which contrasts the reluctance to pay a high fee
with the readiness to give everything to save one's life.
Meanings of the options:
• Willingly: Readily; of one's own free will.
• Thoroughly: Completely, with great attention to detail.
• Perfectly: Completely and without defects or errors.
• Thoughtfully: In a way that shows careful consideration or attention.

S195. Ans. (c)

Sol. The correct option to fill in blank number 5 is (c) "conditions."
The sentence is discussing the necessity to pay for skills, akin to how goods are purchased.
"Conditions" refers to the circumstances or factors affecting the way in which people live or
work, especially with regard to their safety or well-being.
Meanings of the options:
• Obstacles: Things that block one's way or prevent or hinder progress.
• Interferences: Actions of interfering or the process of being interfered with.
• Conditions: The state of something, especially with regard to its appearance, quality, or
working order.
• Connections: Relationships or associations between people or organizations.

S196. Ans. (c)

Sol. The correct answer is (c) Humour and exaggeration.
The author uses humour and exaggeration to discuss the issue of widespread stupidity in
society. This is evident in the way the author phrases certain comments, like "stupidity...
has been spreading faster than the common cold," which is an exaggeration meant to
humorously emphasize the prevalence of stupidity.

S197. Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct answer is (d) Encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
The passage emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and problem-solving skills as
solutions to combat the spread of stupidity. The author criticizes the current education
system for focusing on test-passing rather than teaching children how to think critically
and solve problems.

S198. Ans. (a)

Sol. The correct answer is (a) Sarcastic.
The tone of the passage is sarcastic, which is evident in the way the author addresses the
topic of stupidity in society. The author uses sarcasm to criticize and mock the current state
of affairs, particularly in politics, social media, and the education system.

S199. Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct answer is (d) Children.
According to the passage, children are not responsible for the spread of stupidity. The
author blames politicians, the education system, and individuals on social media, but not
children. Instead, the passage implies that children are victims of an inadequate education
system.

S200. Ans. (d)

Sol. The correct answer is (d) The Importance of Critical Thinking.
A suitable title for the passage is "The Importance of Critical Thinking" as the central theme
of the passage revolves around the need to value intelligence, critical thinking, and
informed decision-making to combat the epidemic of stupidity in society.