General English MCQs
Topic Notes: General English
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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
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TRANQUIL
Answer:
Peaceful
Tranquil (پرامن) means calm, peaceful, or free from disturbance.
Anxious (پریشان) means worried or uneasy.
Dilemma (محتار) means a situation requiring a choice between equally undesirable options.
Fierce (جنگجو) means strong or intense in nature.
Peaceful (پرامن) refers to a state of calmness and serenity.
He was the (discreet) boy in our group but more hardworking than all of us.
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BIZARRE
Answer:
Odd
Bizarre (غریب) means something very unusual or strange.
Usual (عام) refers to something that is common or normal.
Customary (روایتی) refers to something that is according to tradition.
Odd (عجیب) means unusual or out of the ordinary.
Normal (معمولی) means conforming to the usual standard.
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PERPETUAL
Answer:
Permanent
Perpetual (ہمیشہ رہنے والا) means lasting forever or for an indefinite time.
Permanent (مستقل) refers to something that lasts for a long time or indefinitely.
Extreme (انتہاپسند) refers to something very intense or severe.
Brief (مختصر) refers to something lasting for a short time.
Huge (بہت بڑا) refers to something of very large size.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the word "pervasive" from the given sentence: "The scientist’s hypothesis was substantiated by extensive research and experimentation."
A. Extensive
B. Substantiated
C. Experimentation
D. Hypothesis
264
ROTATE
Answer:
Revolve
Rotate (گھومنا) means to turn around a central point.
Evolve (ترقی پانا) means to develop gradually.
Resolve (حل کرنا) means to find a solution.
Revolve (چکر لگانا) means to move in a circular motion.
Devolve (منتقل کرنا) means to transfer responsibility.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the word "scrutiny" from the given sentence: "The company’s strategic plan included a comprehensive analysis of market trends and consumer behaviour."
A. Behaviour
B. Comprehensive
C. Trends
D. Analysis
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COLOSSAL
Answer:
Huge
Colossal (بہت بڑا) means extremely large or enormous.
Huge (بہت بڑا) also means extremely large.
Miniature (نقلی) refers to something very small.
Small (چھوٹا) refers to something of limited size.
Micro (مائیکرو) means extremely small in size.
The security cameras can automatically ___ (rotate) to monitor the entire Hallway.
266
DERIDE
Answer:
Ridicule
Deride (مذاق اڑانا) means to mock or make fun of something.
Ridicule (مذاق) also means to mock or make fun of.
Hail (سلام کرنا) means to greet or praise enthusiastically.
Detest (نفرت کرنا) means to strongly dislike.
Applaud (تعریف کرنا) means to express approval or praise.
267
COMPEL
Answer:
Obligate
Compel (مجبور کرنا) means to force someone to do something.
Allow (اجازت دینا) means to give permission.
Stop (رکنا) means to bring an end to something.
Give (دینا) means to provide something.
Obligate (مجبور کرنا) means to bind someone by law or necessity.
Although the new fashion trend was quite popular, some critics were quick to (deride) it as a passing fad.
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HECKLED
Answer:
Taunted
Heckled (ہنسی اڑانا) means to interrupt or harass someone in a public setting.
Calmed (پرسکون کرنا) means to make something or someone calm.
Aided (مدد کرنا) means to provide help or assistance.
Taunted (چڑھائی کرنا) means to mock or make fun of someone.
Helped (مدد کرنا) refers to providing assistance.
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POMPOUS
Answer:
Supercilious
Pompous (متکبر) means being excessively self-important.
Conciliatory (مصالحانہ) means intended to pacify or make peace.
Benign (مہربان) means gentle and kind.
Supercilious (متکبر) means behaving or looking as though one thinks they are superior to others.
Diplomatic (سفارتی) refers to being tactful or skilled in dealing with others.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the word "keen" from the given sentence: "I am eager and happy to visit the beautiful city of Darjeeling next month with my family."
A. Beautiful
B. Visit
C. Eager
D. Happy
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RESENTMENT
Answer:
Anger
Resentment (ناراضگی) means a feeling of anger or displeasure about something perceived as unfair.
Calmness (پرسکون) refers to being relaxed and peaceful.
Happiness (خوشی) is a state of being happy.
Anger (غصہ) refers to a strong feeling of displeasure or hostility.
Relaxation (آرام) refers to the state of being free from tension.