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
8551
An animal with two feet.
Answer:
Biped
A Biped is an animal that uses two legs for walking. A Quadruped is an animal with four feet. A Menagerie is a collection of wild animals.
8552
The study of mountains.
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Orology
Orology is the study of mountains and their formation. Geology is the study of the Earth's physical structure. Dermatology is the study of skin. Psephology is the study of elections.
8553
A person who loves their country and is ready to defend it.
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Patriot
A Patriot is a person who vigorously supports their country and is prepared to defend it against enemies. A Traitor betrays their country. A Fanatic is extremely enthusiastic. A Sceptic doubts the truth.
8554
A group of stars.
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Constellation
A Constellation is a group of stars forming a recognizable pattern that is traditionally named after its apparent form. A Menagerie is a collection of wild animals. A Decade is ten years. A Millennium is one thousand years.
8555
A person who doubts the truth of something.
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Sceptic
A Sceptic (or Skeptic) is a person inclined to question or doubt all accepted opinions. Gullible means easily deceived. A Fanatic is extremely enthusiastic. A Patriot loves their country.
8556
The study of ancient writings and scripts.
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Paleography
Paleography is the study of ancient writing systems and the deciphering and dating of historical manuscripts. Oratory is public speaking. Numismatics is the study of coins. Psephology is the study of elections.
8557
A person who has a strong desire for wealth.
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Avaricious
Avaricious means having or showing an extreme greed for wealth or material gain. Gullible means easily deceived. Eloquent means good at persuading. A Hedonist is devoted to pleasure.
8558
The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.
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Integrity
Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness. Fraud is deception for gain. Lethargy is inactivity. Antipathy is deep aversion.
8559
The study of elections.
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Psephology
Psephology is the statistical study of elections and voting trends. Demography is the study of population statistics. Geology is the study of the Earth. Vexillology is the study of flags.
8560
A person who draws or produces maps.
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Cartographer
A Cartographer is a person who draws or produces maps. A Calligrapher has beautiful handwriting. A Lexicographer compiles dictionaries. A Linguist studies languages.