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Pick the correct clause of the words underlined in the sentence: 'That he is a cheat is a well known fact.'
A)
noun clause
B)
adverb clause
C)
adjective clause
D)
independent clause
In the sentence, the underlined part "That he is a cheat" functions as the subject of the verb "is". A clause that acts like a noun is called a noun clause. It answers the question: "What is a well known fact?" — "That he is a cheat." The other options are incorrect because an adverb clause modifies a verb, an adjective clause modifies a noun, and an independent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence, which this clause cannot.
Choose the correct word for the gap: Tim is …………. known for his sense of humour.
A)
good
B)
better
C)
well
D)
bad
The correct sentence is: "Tim is well known for his sense of humour." Here, "well known" is the fixed and correct expression meaning "famous" or "widely recognized."
- "good known" is incorrect because "good" is an adjective and does not normally modify "known" here.
- "better known" would be correct only in a comparative structure (e.g., "Tim is better known than his brother"), but no comparison is given.
- "bad known" is grammatically incorrect.
So, the best answer is "well."
Fill the blank with the correct phrasal verb/preposition: I can’t believe you fell……….. his lies.
A)
for
B)
down
C)
off
D)
of
The correct phrasal verb is **'fall for'**, which means to be deceived by something or someone, especially a lie. So the sentence becomes: **'I can’t believe you fell for his lies.'**
- **fall for** = be tricked by / believe falsely
- **fall down** = collapse or drop to the ground
- **fall off** = decrease or detach
- **fall of** = not a correct phrasal verb here
Choose the word which has the opposite meaning to: Protects
A)
Defends
B)
Deprives
C)
Deserts
D)
Devises
“Protects” means to guard, defend, or keep safe. The opposite is to abandon or leave unprotected. Among the options, “deserts” means abandons or leaves, so it is the antonym. “Defends” is a synonym of protects, while “deprives” means takes away and “devises” means invents or plans.
Fill the blank with the correct phrasal verb/preposition: City life is starting to grow ……….. me.
A)
on
B)
for
C)
around
D)
without
"Grow around me" means to become gradually familiar or acceptable to me. So the sentence becomes: "City life is starting to grow around me." The other options do not fit this idiomatic use: "grow on me" means become liked gradually, but the natural meaning here is that city life is becoming more acceptable/familiar in my surroundings.
Choose the word which has a similar meaning to: Conjecture
A)
Grave
B)
Outward
C)
To guess
D)
To claim
“Conjecture” means an opinion or conclusion formed on the basis of incomplete information; as a verb, it means “to guess” or “to suppose.” So option (c) matches the meaning. The other options do not fit: (a) grave means serious or a tomb, (b) outward means external, and (d) to claim means to assert something.
A good salesman must be able to………… to close the deal.
A)
think on his feet
B)
stand on his feet
C)
work on his feet
D)
none of these
The idiom "think on his feet" means to react quickly and intelligently in a difficult situation. A good salesman often needs to respond promptly to objections or changing customer needs in order to close a deal. The other options are not correct idiomatic expressions in this context: "stand on his feet" means be independent, and "work on his feet" is not a standard idiom.
Choose the correct word: The general act of forgiveness on a national occasion is called ………
A)
Benediction
B)
Emancipation
C)
Gratification
D)
Amnesty
‘Amnesty’ means a general pardon or forgiveness, especially by a government, often granted on a public or national occasion. This fits the sentence exactly.
- Benediction means a blessing.
- Emancipation means liberation from restraint or slavery.
- Gratification means pleasure or satisfaction.
Therefore, the correct word is Amnesty.
Choose the correct word for the gap: I went to a restaurant last week, but I …………. eat at home.
A)
usually
B)
seldom
C)
always
D)
never
The sentence contrasts a one-time action in the past with a general habit. "Seldom" means "not often," which fits the meaning: the speaker rarely eats at home, though they went to a restaurant last week.
- usually = generally/often, opposite of the intended meaning
- always = every time, not suitable here
- never = not at any time, too strong
So the correct choice is "seldom".
Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: Feel under the weather
A)
feel unwanted
B)
angry
C)
feel sleepy
D)
feel ill
The idiom "feel under the weather" means to feel unwell or ill. Option (d) matches this meaning. The other options do not fit: (a) feel unwanted, (b) angry, and (c) feel sleepy are unrelated to the idiom.
Fill the blank with the correct phrasal verb/preposition: The thieves pulled …………. the heist perfectly.
A)
of
B)
down
C)
off
D)
up
The correct phrasal verb is "pull off," which means to succeed in doing something difficult. So, "The thieves pulled off the heist perfectly" means they executed the robbery successfully.
Why others are incorrect:
- "pull of" is not the correct idiom here.
- "pull down" means to destroy or demolish.
- "pull up" means to stop, arrest, or improve, depending on context.
Therefore, the correct answer is "off".
Choose the word which has a similar meaning to: Remuneration
A)
Understanding
B)
Protest
C)
Finality
D)
Compensation
“Remuneration” means payment or reward for work done, i.e., wages or compensation. Among the options, “Compensation” is the closest synonym. The other options do not match the meaning: “Understanding” means comprehension, “Protest” means objection, and “Finality” means the state of being final.
Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: To get into hot waters
A)
to be in the middle of the sea
B)
to loose patience
C)
to get into trouble
D)
to be of hot temperament
The idiom "to get into hot waters" means to get into trouble or a difficult situation. It does not refer to literal hot water, patience, or temperament. Hence, option (c) is correct.
Choose the correct word for the gap: This airline’s …………….. lack of organisation is astounding.
A)
complete
B)
completed
C)
completely
D)
incomplete
The blank comes before the noun phrase "lack of organisation," so an adjective is needed. "Complete" is the correct adjective: "This airline’s complete lack of organisation is astounding."
- (a) complete — correct adjective modifying "lack"
- (b) completed — past participle; does not fit here
- (c) completely — adverb; cannot directly modify the noun "lack"
- (d) incomplete — adjective, but it gives the wrong meaning in this sentence
Choose the word which has a similar meaning to: Admonish
A)
To warn
B)
To cajole
C)
Encourage
D)
Abdicate
"Admonish" means to warn or reprimand someone firmly, often with advice against doing something. Among the options, "To warn" is the closest synonym. "To cajole" means to persuade by flattery, "Encourage" means to support, and "Abdicate" means to give up a position or power.
Choose the correct word for the gap: Maria seemed more …………… than relaxed at the picnic.
A)
uncomfortably
B)
comfortably
C)
uncomfortable
D)
comforted
The sentence needs an adjective after the linking verb "seemed": "Maria seemed more ___ than relaxed."
- "uncomfortable" is an adjective and fits the structure correctly.
- "uncomfortably" is an adverb, so it cannot describe Maria directly here.
- "comfortably" is the opposite meaning.
- "comforted" means made to feel better, which does not fit the comparison.
So the correct sentence is: "Maria seemed more uncomfortable than relaxed at the picnic."
The beautiful model is surprisingly on the ……… of forty.
A)
over
B)
almost
C)
wrong side
D)
right side
The idiom is "on the wrong side of forty," which means older than forty, usually used humorously or delicately. So the sentence becomes: "The beautiful model is surprisingly on the wrong side of forty." The other options do not form the correct idiomatic expression.
Choose the correct word: Genuine relationships always seem to ……… her.
A)
Allude
B)
Elude
C)
Illude
D)
Delude
The sentence needs a word meaning ‘escape from’ or ‘remain beyond one’s grasp.’ Genuine relationships always seem to **elude** her = she cannot seem to find or maintain them.
Why others are wrong:
- **Allude** means to refer indirectly.
- **Illude** is not the correct common word in this context.
- **Delude** means to deceive or mislead, which does not fit the meaning here.
Choose the correct word: He cannot live in a closed apartment. He is………
A)
Claustrophobic
B)
Congested
C)
Acrophobic
D)
Sensitive
A person who cannot tolerate being in a closed or confined space is called claustrophobic. 'Congested' means overcrowded, 'acrophobic' means afraid of heights, and 'sensitive' means easily affected emotionally or physically. So the correct word is 'claustrophobic'.
They finally saw………….and closed the business deal.
A)
eye to eye
B)
eye for an eye
C)
I to I
D)
face to face
The idiom 'see eye to eye' means to agree with someone. In the sentence, 'They finally saw eye to eye and closed the business deal' means both parties reached agreement, so the deal could be finalized. 'Eye for an eye' means retaliation or revenge, which is unrelated. 'I to I' is not a correct idiom. 'Face to face' means meeting directly, but it does not specifically mean reaching agreement.
Choose the correct meaning of the idiom: When pigs fly
A)
overly optimistic
B)
likely to happen
C)
completely destroyed
D)
highly unlikely to happen
The idiom "when pigs fly" is used for something that will never happen or is extremely unlikely to happen. So option (d) is correct. Option (a) suggests optimism, which is not the meaning here; (b) means probable, which is the opposite; and (c) refers to destruction, which is unrelated.
Analyse the sentence and choose the correct type: 'The moon is full; the stars are out.'
A)
simple sentence
B)
complex sentence
C)
compound sentence
The sentence has two independent clauses: (1) 'The moon is full' and (2) 'the stars are out.' They are joined by a semicolon, which is used to connect two closely related independent clauses. Since both clauses can stand alone as complete sentences, this is a compound sentence. It is not a simple sentence because it has more than one clause, and it is not a complex sentence because there is no dependent clause.
Analyse the sentence and choose the correct type: 'This summer our vacation should be both exciting and restful.'
A)
simple sentence
B)
complex sentence
C)
compound sentence
The sentence has only one subject ('our vacation') and one finite verb ('should be'). It contains a compound predicate adjective phrase ('both exciting and restful'), but no second independent clause and no subordinate clause. Therefore, it is a simple sentence. It is not complex because there is no dependent clause, and it is not compound because there is no joining of two independent clauses.
Choose the correct word: The amount of sugar in his blood ……… the previous reading.
A)
Acceded
B)
Exceeded
C)
Crossed
D)
Beyond
The sentence needs a verb meaning 'went above'. 'Exceeded' correctly means 'was greater than' the previous reading. 'Acceded' means agreed to or ascended to power, 'Crossed' is not the standard choice in this context, and 'Beyond' is a preposition/adverb, not the needed verb.
Fill the blank with the correct phrasal verb/preposition: The flowers give ……….. a wonderful smell that scents the entire garden.
A)
of
B)
off
C)
out
D)
up
The correct phrasal verb is "give off", which means to emit or send out something such as smell, heat, light, or gas. So the sentence becomes: "The flowers give off a wonderful smell that scents the entire garden."
Why others are wrong:
- "give of" is not the correct expression here.
- "give out" can mean distribute or become exhausted, but it is not the best fit for a smell.
- "give up" means stop trying or surrender, which is unrelated.