The CSS (Central Superior Services) Exam MCQs
Topic Notes: The CSS (Central Superior Services) Exam
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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
101
Khalid bought . . . . . . . . European painting.
Answer:
a
Although 'European' begins with the vowel letter 'E', it is pronounced with a 'yoo' consonant sound. Therefore, 'a' is correct. 'An European' would be wrong due to the sound rule. The painting is being mentioned for the first time, so the indefinite article is suitable. Thus, 'a European painting' is correct.
102
Sheikh Salman gave a lecture on . . . . . . . . life of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.).
Answer:
When referring to specific lives of prophets or historical figures, 'the' is used. This makes the phrase precise and respectful. 'A life' or 'an life' would be grammatically and contextually wrong. 'No article' would also be incomplete. Hence, 'the life of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.)' is correct.
103
Aisha wrote . . . . . . . . essay on the importance of prayer.
Answer:
The word 'essay' begins with a vowel sound, so 'an' is correct. This is the first mention of the essay, making the indefinite article suitable. 'A essay' would be grammatically wrong. 'The essay' would imply a specific one already identified. Therefore, 'an essay' is correct here.
104
The moon shone brightly in . . . . . . . . sky.
Answer:
Unique natural elements like the sky always take the definite article 'the'. This shows that there is only one sky in this context. 'A sky' would suggest one among many, which is not suitable here. 'No article' would make the sentence incomplete. Hence, 'the sky' is correct.
105
Yusuf stayed at . . . . . . . . guesthouse during his trip to Lahore.
Answer:
a
The word 'guesthouse' begins with a consonant sound, so 'a' is correct. Since this is the first mention, the indefinite article is suitable. 'An guesthouse' would be grammatically wrong. 'The guesthouse' would imply a specific one already identified. Thus, 'a guesthouse' is correct.
106
Hafsa bought . . . . . . . . orange from the fruit stall.
Answer:
The noun 'orange' begins with a vowel sound, so 'an' is required. Indefinite articles are used when mentioning something for the first time. 'A orange' would be incorrect due to the mismatch in pronunciation. 'The orange' would suggest one already known in the context. Therefore, 'an orange' is correct here.
107
Ali gave me . . . . . . . . honest opinion on the matter.
Answer:
The word 'honest' begins with a vowel sound, so 'an' is correct. Since the opinion is mentioned for the first time, the indefinite article fits. 'A honest opinion' would be grammatically wrong. 'The opinion' would suggest one already known. Hence, 'an honest opinion' is correct.
108
They visited . . . . . . . . Great Mosque of Makkah.
Answer:
Famous religious sites like the Great Mosque of Makkah always take 'the'. This shows their uniqueness and global recognition. 'A Great Mosque' or 'an Great Mosque' would be ungrammatical. 'No article' would also make the sentence wrong. Therefore, 'the Great Mosque of Makkah' is correct.
109
The teacher explained . . . . . . . . rules of grammar.
Answer:
The definite article 'the' is used because it refers to specific rules of grammar. 'A rules' or 'an rules' would be grammatically wrong. 'No article' would make the sentence incomplete. The article makes the reference precise and correct. Hence, 'the rules' is correct.
110
Fatima wrote . . . . . . . . essay on honesty.
Answer:
The word 'essay' begins with a vowel sound, so 'an' is correct. Since it is the first mention, the indefinite article is suitable. 'A essay' would be grammatically wrong. 'The essay' would mean one already specified. Thus, 'an essay' is correct.