The CSS (Central Superior Services) Exam MCQs
Topic Notes: The CSS (Central Superior Services) Exam
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
91
Haleema saw . . . . . . . . eagle flying in the sky.
Answer:
The noun 'eagle' begins with a vowel sound, so 'an' is correct. Since this is the first mention, the indefinite article fits. 'A eagle' would be grammatically incorrect. 'The eagle' would imply one already specified. Therefore, 'an eagle' is correct.
92
Bilal bought . . . . . . . . one-liter bottle of juice.
Answer:
a
The compound begins with 'one', which has a consonant 'w' sound. This makes 'a' the correct article. 'An one-liter bottle' would be incorrect. 'The bottle' would suggest one already specified. Thus, 'a one-liter bottle' is correct.
93
We looked at . . . . . . . . stars shining at night.
Answer:
The stars in the sky are a universal reference, so the definite article 'the' is needed. This narrows the meaning to the stars visible in the night sky. 'A stars' would be grammatically wrong. 'No article' would leave the sentence incomplete. Therefore, 'the stars' is correct.
94
Nadia stayed at . . . . . . . . university hostel.
Answer:
a
Although 'university' begins with the letter 'u', it has a consonant 'yoo' sound. Therefore, 'a' is correct. 'An university' would be grammatically wrong. Since this is the first mention, the indefinite article is appropriate. Hence, 'a university hostel' is correct.
95
Sheikh Hamid delivered . . . . . . . . inspiring lecture.
Answer:
The word 'inspiring' begins with a vowel sound, so 'an' is correct. Indefinite articles are used for first-time mentions. 'A inspiring lecture' would be grammatically incorrect. 'The lecture' would only work if it were already known. Therefore, 'an inspiring lecture' is correct.
96
The students recited . . . . . . . . Holy Quran in the assembly.
Answer:
Sacred texts like the Quran always take the definite article 'the'. This emphasizes their uniqueness and reverence. 'A Quran' or 'an Quran' would be grammatically wrong and contextually inappropriate. 'No article' would also leave the sentence incomplete. Thus, 'the Holy Quran' is correct.
97
Fatima saw . . . . . . . . owl sitting on the branch.
Answer:
The noun 'owl' begins with a vowel sound, so 'an' is required. Indefinite articles are correct when introducing something for the first time. 'A owl' would be grammatically wrong. 'The owl' would imply one already known in the context. Thus, 'an owl' is correct.
98
We went to . . . . . . . . Red Sea during our journey.
Answer:
Names of seas and oceans always take the definite article 'the'. The Red Sea is a unique geographical feature. 'A Red Sea' or 'an Red Sea' would be ungrammatical. 'No article' would leave the sentence incomplete. Hence, 'the Red Sea' is correct.
99
Omar gave me . . . . . . . . useful tip for the exam.
Answer:
a
The word 'useful' begins with a consonant 'yoo' sound, so 'a' is correct. 'An useful' would be grammatically wrong. Since it is the first mention, the indefinite article is suitable. 'The tip' would mean one already specified. Therefore, 'a useful tip' is correct here.
100
We must protect . . . . . . . . environment for our children.
Answer:
When referring to the environment as a whole, 'the' is required. This emphasizes its singular and global nature. 'A environment' or 'an environment' would be grammatically wrong. 'No article' would make the sentence incomplete. Hence, 'the environment' is correct.