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
201
She hopes to become . . . . . . . . engineer after graduating next year.
Answer:
The word 'engineer' starts with a vowel sound, which calls for 'an'. The reference is generic, describing a profession rather than a specific individual. Therefore, the indefinite article is required. 'The' would incorrectly suggest a particular engineer already known to the reader.
202
He bought . . . . . . . . umbrella because the forecast said it might rain.
Answer:
The noun 'umbrella' begins with a vowel sound, so it requires the indefinite article 'an'. Because the umbrella is being introduced for the first time, the indefinite article is appropriate. Using 'a' would clash with the initial vowel sound. 'The' would imply a specific umbrella previously identified, which is not intended here.
203
Fatima visited . . . . . . . . Great Wall of China.
Answer:
Famous monuments like the Great Wall of China always take the definite article 'the'. This highlights their uniqueness and recognition. 'A Great Wall' or 'an Great Wall' would be incorrect. 'No article' would also make the sentence incomplete. Thus, 'the Great Wall of China' is correct.
204
They drank . . . . . . . . water after the walk.
Answer:
Uncountable nouns like 'water' do not require an article when used generally. 'A water' or 'an water' would be incorrect. 'The water' would suggest a specific source already known. In this general context, no article is correct. Therefore, no article is the right choice.
205
Sheikh Salman wrote . . . . . . . . essay on peace.
Answer:
The noun '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.
206
The moonlight reflected on . . . . . . . . river.
Answer:
When referring to a specific river in context, 'the' is required. The definite article narrows the meaning to one particular river. 'A river' would mean any river in general. 'An river' would be grammatically incorrect. Hence, 'the river' is correct.
207
Ahmed bought . . . . . . . . new pair of shoes.
Answer:
a
The word 'new' begins with a consonant sound, so 'a' is correct. Since the shoes are introduced for the first time, the indefinite article is suitable. 'An new pair' would be wrong. 'The new pair' would imply one already mentioned. Therefore, 'a new pair' is correct.
208
She wants to be . . . . . . . . artist.
Answer:
The word 'artist' begins with a vowel sound, so 'an' is required. Indefinite articles are used when mentioning something for the first time. 'A artist' would be grammatically incorrect. 'The artist' would imply one already known. Hence, 'an artist' is correct.
209
We climbed to . . . . . . . . top of the hill.
Answer:
The phrase 'top of the hill' refers to a specific location. The definite article 'the' makes the meaning precise. 'A top' would suggest any random top, which is illogical. 'An top' would be grammatically wrong. Therefore, 'the top' is correct.
210
Sheikh Farid explained . . . . . . . . Hadith in detail.
Answer:
Sacred religious texts like the Hadith always take the definite article 'the'. This shows respect and indicates uniqueness. 'A Hadith' or 'an Hadith' would be incorrect in this sense. 'No article' would also be wrong. Hence, 'the Hadith' is correct.