All Categories MCQs
Topic Notes: All Categories
General Description
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
48791
The 'Cold War' was primarily a geopolitical tension between which two powers?
Answer:
USA and USSR
The Cold War was a period of geopolitical tension between the United States and the Soviet Union (USSR) and their respective allies, lasting roughly from 1947 to 1991.
48792
When was the United Nations (UN) established?
Answer:
1945
The United Nations was established on October 24, 1945, after World War II, with the aim of preventing future conflicts and promoting international cooperation.
48793
What does 'Versus' (vs) mean?
Answer:
Against
Indicates opposition or contrast.
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What does 'Vice' mean in titles (e.g., Vice President)?
Answer:
In place of
Vice means 'in the place of' or 'substitute'.
48795
What does 'Et cetera' (etc.) mean?
Answer:
And other things
One of the most common Latin abbreviations.
48796
What does 'Post mortem' mean?
Answer:
After death (Autopsy)
Examination of a dead body to determine the cause of death.
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What does 'Via Media' mean?
Answer:
Middle course / Middle way
Used to describe a compromise or moderate position.
48798
What is an 'Errata'?
Answer:
A list of errors
Refers to a list of errors and their corrections inserted into a book.
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What does 'Corrigendum' mean?
Answer:
An error to be corrected (usually in print)
Often seen in government notifications and exams regarding official procedures.
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What is an 'Addendum'?
Answer:
An item of addition (usually at the end of a book)
Common in office assistant/clerk exams.