General Knowledge MCQs
Topic Notes: General Knowledge
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
41
What is 'Recoil Control' or 'Spray Control'?
Answer:
Moving the mouse to counter the upward movement of the gun while firing
Players must pull their aim down (and often sideways) to compensate for the weapon's automatic recoil pattern.
42
What does 'Trading' mean in a tactical shooter?
Answer:
Immediately killing an enemy who just killed your teammate
Trading kills ensures the team numbers remain equal (e.g., a 4v4 becomes a 3v3) rather than losing a player for free.
43
What is a 'Lurker'?
Answer:
A player who separates from the team to catch rotating enemies off guard
Lurkers play stealthily away from the main pack to cut off enemy reinforcements or flank.
44
What is the primary role of an 'Entry Fragger' in CS:GO/Valorant?
Answer:
To be the first one in to clear angles and create space, often dying in the process
Entry fraggers take the most dangerous duels to open up a site for their team.
45
What describes a 'Glass Cannon' character?
Answer:
High damage output but very low health/defense
Like a cannon made of glass, these characters can deal massive damage but shatter (die) easily if hit.
46
What is 'Split Pushing'?
Answer:
One player pushing a side lane alone to draw pressure while the team fights elsewhere
Split pushing forces the enemy team to divide their attention between defending the side lane and fighting the main group.
47
What is a 'One Trick Pony' (OTP)?
Answer:
A player who only plays one specific character at a high level
An OTP specializes exclusively in a single champion, often lacking versatility in other roles.
48
Which mechanic is unique to Dota 2 compared to League of Legends regarding creeps?
Answer:
Denying
Dota 2 allows players to attack and kill their own low-health creeps ('Denying') to prevent the enemy from getting gold and experience.
49
What is 'Last Hitting'?
Answer:
Dealing the killing blow to a minion to secure the gold bounty
In games like LoL and Dota 2, gold is often only awarded to the player who deals the absolute final damage to a minion.
50
What does 'Macro' refer to in strategy games?
Answer:
The overall strategic map-wide decisions and resource management
Macro encompasses the 'big picture' strategy, such as map control, objective timing, and economy, as opposed to 'Micro' which is mechanical control.