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
211
Zainab brought . . . . . . . . umbrella with her.
Answer:
The noun 'umbrella' begins with a vowel sound, requiring 'an'. Since it is mentioned for the first time, the indefinite article is suitable. 'A umbrella' would be grammatically incorrect. 'The umbrella' would imply one already specified. Therefore, 'an umbrella' is correct.
212
The teacher praised . . . . . . . . students for their effort.
Answer:
The definite article 'the' is used when referring to a specific group already known. Here, it points to the particular students in the class. 'A students' or 'an students' would be grammatically wrong. 'No article' would also make the sentence incomplete. Hence, 'the students' is correct.
213
We listened to . . . . . . . . story about Prophet Yusuf (A.S.).
Answer:
a
The noun 'story' begins with a consonant sound, so 'a' is correct. Since it is the first mention, the indefinite article fits. 'An story' would be wrong because of pronunciation. 'The story' would imply one already known. Therefore, 'a story' is correct.
214
Sheikh Ibrahim visited . . . . . . . . Alps during his travels.
Answer:
Mountain ranges like the Alps always take the definite article 'the'. This is because they are unique and widely recognized. 'A Alps' or 'an Alps' would be incorrect. 'No article' would also be wrong. Thus, 'the Alps' is correct.
215
Hamid gave me . . . . . . . . one-rupee coin.
Answer:
a
Although 'one' begins with the letter 'o', it has the consonant 'w' sound. This requires the article 'a'. 'An one-rupee coin' would be incorrect. The coin is introduced for the first time, making the indefinite article suitable. Hence, 'a one-rupee coin' is correct.
216
They visited . . . . . . . . Great Mosque in Istanbul.
Answer:
Famous religious places like the Great Mosque always take the definite article 'the'. This highlights their unique identity. 'A Great Mosque' or 'an Great Mosque' would be ungrammatical. 'No article' would also be incorrect here. Therefore, 'the Great Mosque' is correct.
217
Sheikh Rashid explained . . . . . . . . importance of honesty.
Answer:
Abstract nouns like 'importance' take the definite article 'the' when referring to a general truth. This emphasizes the universal value of honesty. 'A importance' or 'an importance' would be wrong. 'No article' would make the phrase incomplete. Thus, 'the importance of honesty' is correct.
218
The children saw . . . . . . . . elephant at the zoo.
Answer:
The word 'elephant' begins with a vowel sound, so 'an' is correct. This is the first mention, so the indefinite article fits. 'A elephant' would be grammatically incorrect. 'The elephant' would suggest one already known. Therefore, 'an elephant' is correct.
219
Amina gave me . . . . . . . . honest answer.
Answer:
The word 'honest' starts with a silent 'h' and begins with a vowel sound. This makes 'an' the correct article. 'A honest answer' would be grammatically incorrect. Since this is the first mention, the indefinite article fits best. Therefore, 'an honest answer' is correct.
220
Sheikh Omar recited . . . . . . . . Holy Quran beautifully.
Answer:
Sacred texts like the Quran always require the definite article 'the'. This highlights their uniqueness and importance. 'A Quran' or 'an Quran' would be grammatically and contextually wrong. 'No article' would make the sentence incomplete. Therefore, 'the Holy Quran' is correct.