General English MCQs
Topic Notes: General English
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
8541
A government by divine guidance or by officials who are regarded as divinely guided.
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Theocracy
A Theocracy is a system of government in which priests rule in the name of God or a god. A Monarchy is rule by a king or queen. A Kakistocracy is rule by the worst. An Oligarchy is rule by a small group.
8542
A person who is devoted to sensual pleasure.
Answer:
Hedonist
A Hedonist is a person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life; a pleasure-seeker. Uxorious means fond of one's wife. Avaricious means greedy for wealth. A Philanthropist promotes human welfare.
8543
The study of coins and medals.
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Numismatics
Numismatics is the study or collection of coins, paper currency, and medals. Vexillology is the study of flags. Paleography is the study of ancient writings. Acoustics is the science of sound.
8544
A place where one lives permanently.
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Domicile
A Domicile is the country that a person treats as their permanent home, or lives in and has a substantial connection with. A Mint is where coins are made. A Menagerie is a collection of wild animals. A Palace is a ruler's home.
8545
The killing of a prophet.
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Vaticide
Vaticide is the act of killing a prophet. Sororicide is killing one's sister. Matricide is killing one's mother. Filicide is killing one's child.
8546
A person who is good at persuading people.
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Eloquent
Eloquent means fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing. Avaricious means greedy for wealth. Gullible means easily deceived. Taciturn means reserved or uncommunicative.
8547
A collection of wild animals kept in captivity for exhibition.
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Menagerie
A Menagerie is a collection of wild animals kept in captivity for exhibition. A Constellation is a group of stars. A Domicile is a place of residence. A Mint is where coins are made.
8548
A person who betrays their country.
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Traitor
A Traitor is a person who betrays their country, a friend, or a cause. A Patriot loves their country. A Fanatic is enthusiastic. An Accomplice helps in a crime.
8549
The study of the skin and its diseases.
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Dermatology
Dermatology is the branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders. Geology is the study of the Earth. Orology is the study of mountains. Ecology is the study of organisms and their environment.
8550
A person who is extremely enthusiastic about something.
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Fanatic
A Fanatic is a person filled with excessive and single-minded zeal, especially for a religious or political cause. A Sceptic doubts the truth. A Patriot loves their country. A Traitor betrays their country.