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The correct answer is: To paint and find inspiration.

Key Points

• The girl was drawn to the river's peaceful environment, which allowed her creative expression through painting.
• The river's tranquil ambiance served as her muse, inspiring her artistic endeavors.
• The passage directly mentions her painting by the river's edge, indicating this activity as her primary reason for visiting.

Hence, the correct answer is: To paint and find inspiration.

The correct answer is: By carrying her to the other side.

Key Points

• In a moment of need, the girl sought to visit her sick grandmother but was hindered by the absence of a bridge due to storm damage. The river offered a solution by allowing her to ride on its back.
• This act of carrying her safely across exemplifies the river's willingness to assist the girl beyond just being a source of inspiration for her art.
• The girl’s ability to reach her grandmother in time to provide care highlights the river's crucial role in her life beyond its environmental beauty.

Therefore, the correct answer is: By carrying her to the other side.

The correct answer is: Clay and stones.

Key Points

• For her aspiration to hold an art exhibition in the town square, the river provided natural materials, specifically clay and stones, which she could utilize to create frames and stands for displaying her art.
• This gesture not only shows the river's support for her artistic career but also its integration into her creative process, offering elements of nature for her use.
• The river's contribution directly facilitated the girl's success as an artist within her community, demonstrating the interdependence between her art and the natural world.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Clay and stones.

The correct answer is: She organized an art exhibition to inspire its care.

Key Points

• Seeing the river in distress, the girl used her talent and reputation to organize an exhibition that focused on the river's plight, effectively raising awareness among the townspeople.
• Her efforts served to reconnect the community with the river, inspiring collective action towards its restoration and preservation.
• The successful revitalization of the river highlighted how the girl's initiative and creativity could mobilize community engagement for environmental conservation.

Therefore, the correct answer is: She organized an art exhibition to inspire its care.

The correct answer is: The text does not specify the exact reasons.

Key Points

• While the passage acknowledges the river's state of pollution and neglect, it refrains from assigning specific causes, focusing instead on the relationship between the girl and the river.
• Absence of direct causes in the text emphasizes the narrative's theme of interdependence and mutual care over the investigation of the pollution source.
• This choice reflects the broader storytelling approach, where the emphasis lies on emotional bonds and the transformative power of individual and collective action for environmental stewardship.

Therefore, the correct answer is: The text does not specify the exact reasons.

The correct answer is: A - ii, B - iv, C- i, D- iii.

Key Points

•  A- ii: It is mentioned in the passage that "Once there was a gentle river that flowed through the heart of a bustling town." (1st line of 1st paragraph)
• B- iv: It is mentioned in the passage that "As time went by, she formed a bond with the river, whispering her dreams and fears to its listening waves." (last line of 1st paragraph)
• C- i: It is mentioned in the passage that ""What troubles you, dear friend?" asked the river, seeing her contemplative gaze. "I wish to display my art in the town square, but I lack the means to create a gallery," she said." (3rd paragraph)
• D- iii: It is mentioned in the passage that "With the river's gifts, she crafted beautiful displays that captivated the town." (last line of third paragraph)

Hence, the correct answer is: A - ii, B - iv, C- i, D- iii.

The correct answer is option 1, i.e., Creating content that ca interest women is still a challenge for the male-dominated gaming industry.

 ​Explanation:

•  The last sentence of the passage states that the gaming industry is having trouble in creating interesting content for women.
•  This is the only option that is correct, given the context of the passage.
•  Other options talk about a smaller number of women, or women being passive consumers or lacking skills.
•  This is not really the focus of the passage, so they are incorrect. 

The correct answer is option 1, i.e., the Internet made it easier for all to access computers for gaming.

 ​Explanation:

•  The passage talks about computers becoming a tool for everyone after the internet started getting popular.
•  So, the correct answer must be that the internet made computers a tool for everyone.
•  None of the other options correctly describe the reason for computers being everyone's tool.

The correct answer is option 2, i.e., As only young males knew how to play games having played in arcades.

 ​Explanation:

•  The passage states that the first computer games were in arcades, amusement centers. They were focused on young males as audience.
•  The passage also mentions that the home console games were largely copied from the arcade games, so only the young males who had played them knew how to play on home consoles.
•  None of the other options give an adequate reason for the question.  

The correct answer is option 1, i.e., Their content was interesting to women.

 ​Explanation:

•  The first sentence of the passage talks about the nature of the arcade games.
•  As per the passage, the arcade games were: designed for young males; coin-operated; time-consuming.
•  It does not talk about its content being interesting to women.
•  So, option 1 is the only statement that is not true, regarding arcade gaming.

The correct answer is option 2, i.e., A social media account, such as Facebook.

 ​Explanation:

•  Computers and the presence of the internet are the basic requirements for both social and casual games.
•  The passage states that social gaming is games played on social media websites such as Facebook, which require a large social network to progress in games.
•  So, social media gaming requires a social media account.
•  However; as per the passage, casual gaming does not require social media accounts and can be played in short intervals. 

The correct answer is Option (2).Key Points

• Heathcliff, the character in Emily Bronte's novel "Wuthering Heights", challenges the traditional conceptions of heroism through his extreme behaviours of obsession, seeking revenge, and inflicting pain on others, as described in the passage.
• His actions and motivations, driven by intense emotions rather than noble or positive qualities typically associated with heroism, reshape the reader's understanding of what it means to be a hero.

Therefore, the correct answer is "By showing extreme emotions of obsession, exacting revenge and inflicting pain on others."Additional Information

• Inflicting Pain (दर्द पहुंचाना) - Causing pain or harm deliberately.
  • Example: He regretted inflicting pain by saying harsh words.

The correct answer is Option (1) i.e. 'Customary'.Key Points

• Conventional (परंपरागत) - Based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed.
  • Example: His methods, though conventional, are very effective.
• Customary (प्रथासिद्ध) - According to the customs or usual practices associated with a particular society, place, or set of circumstances.
  • Example: It is customary to greet each other with a handshake.
• From the above example it is clear that 'Customary' is the synonym of 'Conventional'.

Therefore, the correct answer is  'Customary'.Additional Information

• Contemporary (समकालीन) - Living or occurring at the same time.
  • Example: The gallery showcases the work of contemporary artists.
• Unusual (असामान्य) - Not habitually or commonly occurring or done.
  • Example: Seeing snow in this region is unusual.
• Abnormal (असाधारण) - Deviating from what is normal or usual.
  • Example: The doctor said that there was an abnormal increase in the patient's heartbeat.

The correct answer is Option (2).Key Points

• The passage provides a synopsis or summary of "Wuthering Heights," discussing the novel's setting, main characters, plot, and themes.
• Though Heathcliff's thirst for revenge and his relationship with Catherine are key aspects of the story, they are components of the summary, not the central theme of this specific passage.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Summary of Wuthering Heights".

The correct answer is Option (3) i.e. 'Forgiveness'.Key Points

• Vengeance (प्रतिशोध) - Punishment inflicted in retaliation for an injury or offense.
  • Example: He sought vengeance for his brother's murder.
• Forgiveness (क्षमा) - The action of forgiving or being forgiven for an error or offence.
  • Example: He asked for forgiveness for his thoughtless actions.
• From the above example it is clear that 'Forgiveness' is the antonym of 'Vengeance'.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Forgiveness'.Additional Information

• Custom (रिवाज) - A traditional and widely accepted way of behaving or doing things.
  • Example: Handing out red envelopes during the Chinese New Year is a popular custom.
• Requital (बदला) - Something given in return, compensation, or retaliation.
  • Example: He promised a swift requital for the insult.
• Compensation (मुआवजा) - Something, typically money, awarded to someone in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury.
  • Example: He received compensation from the company after the accident.

The correct answer is Option (1).Key Points

• As mentioned in the 2nd and 3rd sentences of the passage, Mr. Lockwood is the character who rents Thrushcross Grange from Heathcliff and becomes intrigued by the neighbouring farmhouse, Wuthering Heights.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Mr. Lockwood".Additional Information

• Entranced (मन्त्रमुग्ध) - Filled with delight, wonder, or enchantment.
  • Example: The audience was entranced by her beautiful performance on stage.

The correct answer is 'Exult : Sorrow'. 

Key Points

• Let us look at the meanings of the words that form similar pairs. 

• The verbs 'escape' and 'Capture' are antonyms. 
• Likewise, the verbs 'exult' and 'sorrow' are also opposite in their meanings.
• So, 'exult' and 'sorrow' have the same relationship as 'escape' and 'Capture'. 

Correct pair: Exult : Sorrow

Additional Information

• Let us look at the meanings of the words given in other options. 

The correct answer is 'Fabricate : Build'.

 Key Points

• "Elucidate" and "Clarify" both mean to make something clear or to explain something in detail. The relationship is that they are synonymous.
• "Fabricate" means to make or create something, and "Build" similarly refers to constructing or making something. Thus, they are synonyms.
• The relationship between these two pairs is that they have similar or synonymous meanings.
• The other options provide pairs that are antonyms or unrelated.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 Additional Information

• Diminish : Increase - These words are antonyms.
• Frugal : Lavish - These words are opposite in meaning.
• Ponderous : Light - This pair consists of antonyms, where "Ponderous" refers to something heavy or clumsy and "Light" is the opposite.

The correct option would be Affluence : Poverty.

Key Points

• Both pairs of words are antonyms, where the first word represents a positive state and the second word represents its negative counterpart.
• Abundance signifies a large quantity of something, while scarcity refers to the state of being scarce or in short supply.
• Similarly, affluence signifies the state of having a lot of money, whereas poverty refers to the state of being extremely poor.
• Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.

The correct option would be Creation : Destruction.

Key Points

• The given pair of words are antonyms, where the first word is a positive state and the second word represents its negative counterpart.
• Liberation signifies a state of freedom, while captivity refers to confinement or the state of being imprisoned.
• Similarly, creation signifies the act of bringing something into existence, whereas destruction refers to the act of causing the end or annihilation of something.
• Thus, option 1 is the correct answer. 

The correct answer is "PRQS"

Key Points

• The correct arrangement of the sentence would be:
  • " while walking towards the house I saw him rushing up and down the street, talking to someone on the phone."
• Explanation:​
  • "While walking towards the house" is an adverbial clause, and it describes the context of the action described in the main clause.
  • "I saw him rushing up and down the street" is the main clause of the sentence, and it describes the action that the speaker saw.
  • "talking to someone on the phone" is a participle phrase which describes him.
• The sentence describes the action of the speaker seeing someone rushing up and down the street while the speaker was walking towards the house and this person was talking on phone.

Correct arrangement:   while walking towards the house I saw him rushing up and down the street, talking to someone on the phone

The correct answer is option 4) i.e. "PQRS." 

Key Points

• In the abovementioned paragraph, there is a chronological sequence of the sentences.
• Sentence P is the first sentence as the paragraph begins with 'We have been.' So we need to use a verb after the helping verb 'have been' and 'able' is a verb.
• Sentence Q is the second sentence as the previous sentence ended with the preposition 'in'. So the next part should start with a noun or pronoun. Among the options, the noun is 'the microbiome and immune response.' Thus it establishes a relation with the previous sentence.
• The only option that shows such an arrangement is Option 4.
• Sentence R is the third sentence as it begins with the pronoun 'that' and creates a relation with the nouns 'the microbiome and immune response' of the previous sentence.
• Finally, sentence S is the last sentence.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 4.

The correct order is: 

We have been

P. able to identify certain patterns in

Q. the microbiome and immune response

R. that are clearly linked to the progression and

S. severity of brain injury

The correct option is Option 2.

Key Points

•  Out of the given sentences, only R can be the opening sentence, as it speaks about observers and travellers.
• Sentence S gives the suggestion of the observers and travellers mentioned in the sentence R.
• Sentence P gives continuity to S, which is followed by Q, which concludes the passage.
• Hence, the correct flow of the passage is as follows: "Most observers and traveller accounts suggest that pluralism, diversity, multiformity was embedded in the very mosaic of India since its very inception." 

Hence the correct answer is Option 2: RSPQ.

The correct answer is 'SQRP'.

Key Points

• S will be the first sentence of the sequence as it contains the subject 'The Greeks'.
• Q will be the second sentence of the sequence as it mentions that the Greeks excelled in intellectual and artistic endeavours.
• R will be the third sentence of the sequence as it states that the Romans achieved greatness in their military political and social institutions.
• P will be the last sentence of the sequence as it states the Romans achieved greatness in their military political and social institutions.
• Thus, the correct sequence is 'SQRP'.

Hence, the correct answer is option (3).

The correct answer is "​PQRS".

Key Points

•  The first sentence must be a general statement, a fact, and that best starts the paragaph.
• P will be the first statement because this sentence provides the context that the Mongol Empire reached its largest size at some point in its history.
• Q follows P, as this sentence further gives an estimate of the size of the Mongol Empire at its largest.
• R follows Q, as connects the Q and tells us about  the size of the Mongol Empire is significant and noteworthy.
• S follows R, as this sentence provides the historical context for the significance of the size of the Mongol Empire, namely that it is the largest contiguous land empire in world history.
• Thus, The correct arrangement of the sentence is "PQRS".

Correct arrangement:  At its peak, the Mongol Empire covered some 9 million square miles of territory, making it the largest contiguous land empire in world history.

The correct answer is "dismantle".

 Key Points

• "Demolish" primarily signifies to completely destroy a building, structure, or idea.
• (नष्ट कर देना मुख्य रूप से ज्यादातर एक इमारत, संरचना, या विचार को पूरी तरह से नष्ट कर देने का संकेत देता है।)
  • Example- The old building was demolished to make way for a new shopping center.
• "Dismantle" means to take a machine or structure to pieces.
• (एक मशीन या संरचना को टुकड़ों में ले जाना।)
  • Example- They had to dismantle the engine to find the problem.
• Hence, the option that is similar in meaning to the given word is 'Dismantle'.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

 Additional Information

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options.
• "Praise" means expressing approval or admiration for someone or something.(प्रशंसा).
• "Meditate" signifies deeply think about something.(ध्यान लगाना).

The correct answer is "Indomitable".

Key Points

•  Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
  • "Invincible" means too strong or powerful to be defeated. 
  • इतना सशक्त या बलशाली कि पराजित न किया जा सके; अपराजेय, अजेय
    • Example: I am invincible.
  • "Indomitable" means unbeatable or impossible to defeat. (अदम्य)
  • It is an adjective and can be used to describe a person or thing that cannot be overcome.
    • Example: Despite facing numerous obstacles, the athlete displayed an indomitable spirit and went on to win the race.
• Thus, it is clear that the word "indomitable" is the synonym of the word "invincible."

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• Option 2, "Surmountable", means capable of being overcome or conquered.(जीतने योग्य)
• Option 3, "Miserable", means very unhappy or uncomfortable.(दुखी)
• Option 4, "Vulnerable", means susceptible to physical or emotional harm.(असुरक्षित)

The correct answer is "Supposed."

Key Points

• Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
  • Nominal means existing in name only, not in reality.(नाममात्र)
    • Example: Her title of vice president had been nominal only.
  • Supposed also means existing only in idea or theory, not in reality.(कल्पित)
    • Example: It is supposed to be a good deal.
• Other synonyms for nominal include titular and symbolic.
• Thus, it is clear that the word "supposed" is the synonym of the word "nominal."

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

• Limited means restricted or confined.(सीमित)
• Fractional means relating to or constituting a fraction or a part of a whole.(आंशिक)
• Actual means existing in fact or reality.(वास्तविक)

The correct answer is (1) Frightful.

Key Points

• The word "ferocious" is an adjective that describes something or someone extremely fierce, savage, or violent.
  • Example sentence: "The tiger's ferocious roar echoed through the jungle, sending shivers down their spines."
• Option 1) Frightful: This word means causing fear or terror, and it is synonymous with "ferocious."
  • Example sentence: "The storm brought forth frightful winds and lightning, causing widespread panic."
• Option 2) Mild: This word means gentle or not severe, which is the opposite of "ferocious."
  • Example sentence: "The puppy had a mild temperament and showed no signs of being ferocious."
• Option 3) Conscientious: This word means diligent, thorough, or attentive to detail. It does not have a direct synonym for "ferocious."
  • Example sentence: "She was a conscientious worker, always completing her tasks with great care."
• Option 4) Tame: This word means (of an animal) not dangerous or frightened of people; domesticated.
  • Example sentence: "The fish are so tame you have to push them away."

Here the correct answer is Unbelievable.

Key Points

• The word "incredible" means something that is difficult or impossible to believe.
• "Unbelievable" has a similar meaning and is a suitable synonym for "incredible."
• Examples:
  • The athlete's performance at the Olympics was incredible, as she broke several world records.
  • The magician's trick was so unbelievable that the audience sat in stunned silence.
  Thus, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

• The other options and their meanings are:
• Suspicious - feeling or showing distrust or suspicion. This is not a synonym for "incredible" as it refers to feeling doubtful or wary rather than something being difficult to believe.
  • Example: The police found his alibi to be suspicious, as it did not match up with the witness testimony.
• Transparent - easily seen through or detected. This is not a synonym for "incredible" as it refers to something being easily visible or clear rather than difficult to believe.
  • Example: The company's financial records were transparent and open to public scrutiny.
• Justified - having a valid or legitimate reason. This is not a synonym for "incredible" as it refers to something being reasonable or justifiable rather than something being difficult to believe.
  • Example: The lawyer argued that his client's actions were justified in self-defense.

The correct answer is 'Option 3' i.e. 'Zillion'.

 Key Points

• The word in question is 'Zillion'. In English, it is a slang term for a very large number. (बहुत अधिक संख्या)
• Example: He seems to have a zillion ideas for the new project.

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Zillion'.

 Additional Information

• 'Zillionn', 'Ziilion', and 'Zillioon' are incorrect spellings and do not hold any meaning in English.

The correct answer is 'Option 2' i.e. 'Yearning'.

Key Points

• The word in question is 'Yearning'. In English, it signifies a feeling of strong desire, often wistful or melancholic. (तड़प)
• Example: She always had a yearning to become a professional ballet dancer.

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Yearning'.

 Additional Information

• 'Yearline', 'Yearnging', and 'Yeaarning' are incorrect spellings and do not hold any meaning in English.

The correct answer is 'Option 4' i.e. 'Weather'.

Key Points

• The word we are discussing is 'Weather'. It is a noun in English.
• The English meaning of 'Weather' is "the state of the atmosphere at a place and time as regards heat, cloudiness, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc."
• The Hindi translation of 'Weather' is "मौसम" .

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4' - 'Weather'.

 Additional Information

• Wether, Weathar, Wheather are all incorrect variations and do not have any specific meaning in English or Hindi.

The correct answer is 'Heterogeneous '.

Key Points

• 'Heterogeneous' is a correctly spelled word.
  • Heterogeneous means consisting of dissimilar or diverse ingredients or constituents.
• All the other spellings are incorrect.
• The complete sentence will be, "The goal is to perform analysis on multiple data sets across heterogeneous environments".
• Hence, the correct answer is Heterogeneous .

The correct answer is 'To do something that is dangerous'.

 Key Points

• This question aims to find the correct meaning of the idiom "Sail close to the wind".
• "Sail close to the wind" is a popular idiom in the English language. It is often used to denote someone who is operating on the limits of what is considered acceptable or safe.
• From the provided options, 'To do something that is dangerous' mirrors the connotation of the idiom perfectly.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

• The idiom "break the bank" means to lose a large sum of money, especially in gambling or business.
• It is often used to describe a situation where someone has lost so much money that they are financially ruined.

The correct answer is 'To maintain or guard something temporarily'.

 Key Points

• The idiom 'Hold the fort' is used to suggest someone should take responsibility for something or take charge, especially when the person usually in charge is not there.
• The idea is derived from a military context where soldiers would hold the fort against enemies until reinforcements arrived.
  • Example: I have to go to a meeting, can you hold the fort till I come back?

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2' i.e. 'To maintain or guard something temporarily'.

 Additional Information

• 'To avoid being found guilty of a crime' is not related to the phrase 'Hold the fort.' It suggests escaping from the law or justice, which does not match with the idiom's meaning.
• 'To stop talking about something' suggests either changing the subject or avoiding certain topics. It has no relation with the 'Hold the fort' idiom.
• 'To finish something before time' implies completing a task or project ahead of a deadline or before the due date. This also does not align with the meaning of 'Hold the fort'.

The correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Key Points

• The idiom "get down to brass tacks" means to start to consider the basic, essential, or important details of a job or task, to focus on the most important details.
• "To become serious about something" - This phrase generally implies that someone is beginning to focus or concentrate on something, or has decided to take something seriously.

Therefore, the correct answer is: 'To become serious about something'.

Additional Information

• Explanation for other options:
  • "Get fired from the job" - This means that someone has been dismissed or let go from their job, typically because of poor performance or some violation of company policy. It doesn't relate to the idiom "get down to brass tacks."
  • "Compromise, cooperation between people" - This indicates a state of agreement reached by adjustment of conflicting or opposing claims, principles, etc., by mutual concessions. It does not encapsulate the meaning of "get down to brass tacks," which pertains to dealing with important details rather than resolving disputes.
  • "To be ready" - This generally means to be prepared for an event or situation. While it may be related in some contexts (you need to be ready before getting down to brass tacks), it doesn't convey the specific idea of dealing with the basic or most important aspects of a situation.

Key Points

• The underlined idiom in the sentence is 'promised the earth'. It is an idiom used to describe someone promising more than they can deliver, often to persuade someone to do something. (असंभव वादे करना)
  • Example: Politicians often promise the earth to get votes in elections.
• Hence, the correct meaning of 'promised the earth' is 'Promised an impossible thing'.

Additional Information

• Option 2: 'Promised an inexpensive thing' is incorrect as the idiom 'promised the earth' has nothing to do with the cheapness or expensiveness of the promise.
• Option 3: 'Promised land' is a different idiom that typically refers to a desired or promised place of happiness or success, not related to 'promised the earth'.
• Option 4: 'Promised a necklace' is also incorrect. The idiom 'promised the earth' has no specific connection with promising a necklace.

The correct answer is "Palaeography".

Key Points

• 'Palaeography' is the study of old handwriting, and the art of deciphering and reading historical manuscripts. (प्राचीन लेखन और ग्रंथों का अध्ययन)
  • Example- Professor Scott spent years in the study of ancient writings and scriptures of Egypt.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

Additional Information 

• Let’s have a look at the meaning of the remaining options.
• 'Alchemy' refers to a medieval chemical science and speculative philosophy aiming to achieve the transmutation of the base metals into gold, the discovery of a universal cure for disease, and the discovery of a means of indefinitely prolonging life. (रसायन विज्ञान)
• 'Geology' is the science that deals with the earth's physical structure and substance, its history, and the processes that act on it. (भूविज्ञान)
• 'Ornithology' is the scientific study of birds. (पक्षी-विज्ञान)

The correct answer is "Taxonomy"

Key Points

• NOTES: The word "Taxonomy" is derived from the Greek word taxis meaning "arrangement" + nomia meaning "method". 
• Let's understand the given one words.
  • Taxonomy: Taxonomy is the science of classifying and naming living organisms. It involves identifying and grouping species based on their physical characteristics, genetic relationships, and other factors. Taxonomy is important for understanding the diversity of life on Earth and for providing a system of naming and organizing different species.(जीवों के वर्गीकरण और नामकरण का विज्ञान।)
  • Taxidermy: Taxidermy is the art or practice of preparing, stuffing, and mounting the skins of animals for display or study. It involves preserving the skin, fur, and other features of an animal's body and arranging it in a lifelike pose. Taxidermy is often used to create museum exhibits or as a way of preserving hunting trophies.(प्रदर्शन या अध्ययन के लिए जानवरों की खाल तैयार करने, भरने और चढ़ाने की कला या अभ्यास।)
  • Toxicology: Toxicology is the study of the effects of toxic substances on living organisms. It involves examining the chemical, biological, and physical properties of these substances, as well as their mechanisms of action and the ways in which they can be detected and measured. Toxicology is important for identifying and managing risks associated with exposure to potentially harmful substances.(जीवों पर विषाक्त पदार्थों के प्रभाव का अध्ययन।)
  • Classicology: Classicology is not a commonly used word in English, and it is not found in most dictionaries. It appears to be a made-up word that combines the prefix "classico-" (meaning "classic" or "traditional") with the suffix "-logy" (meaning "the study of"). As such, its meaning would likely depend on the context in which it was used. It could refer to the study of classic literature, music, or art, for example, or to the study of traditional methods or practices in a particular field.(क्लासिक साहित्य, संगीत या कला का अध्ययन, उदाहरण के लिए, या किसी विशेष क्षेत्र में पारंपरिक तरीकों या प्रथाओं का अध्ययन।)
• Thus, as per the above explanation the correct one word for the given group of words is "Taxonomy"

Correct answer: Taxonomy

The correct answer is, 'Aviary'.

Key Points

• Aviary is a house, enclosure or other place for keeping birds confined.
  • Synonym- birdhouse, cage.
    • Example- They tamed the parrot inside an aviary they built.
• Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

Therefore, the correct answer is -'Aviary'.

Additional Information

• House- apartment, shelter, abode.
• Aquarium- fish tank.
• Apiary- a place where bees are kept.

Here the correct answer is Sabotage.

Key Points

• The one-word substitute for the group of words "willful destruction" is "sabotage."
• The term "willful destruction" implies the act of intentionally causing damage or harm to someone or something.
• "Sabotage" means deliberate destruction or damage to property or equipment. (अंतर्ध्वंस, तोड़-फोड़)
  • For example, cutting the brake line of a car to cause an accident or damaging the machinery of a factory to disrupt production can be called sabotage.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information

• Other options and their meanings:
• Disaster - This word refers to a sudden and widespread event that causes great damage, destruction, or loss of life. It is not a one-word substitute for "willful destruction." (आपदा)
  • Example: The earthquake caused a disaster in the region, leaving thousands of people homeless.
• Combustion - This word refers to a process of burning or a chemical reaction that produces heat and light. It is not a one-word substitute for "willful destruction." (ज्वलन, जलना)
  • Example: The combustion engine is widely used in transportation.
• Calamity - This word refers to an event that causes great harm, suffering, or damage. It is not a one-word substitute for "willful destruction." (आपदा, विपत्ति)
  • Example: The flood was a calamity for the farmers in the area, destroying their crops and homes.
• In summary, the correct one-word substitute for the group of words "willful destruction" is "sabotage."

The correct answer is simile.

Key Points

• A simile is a figure of speech that directly compares two things. Similes differ from other metaphors by highlighting the similarities between two things using comparison words such as "like", "as", "so", or "than". Example: 
  • They fought like cats and dogs.
  • He is as funny as a barrel of monkeys.
  • This house is as clean as a whistle.
  • He is as strong as an ox.

Therefore Option 1 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Metaphor : A metaphor is a figure of speech that, for rhetorical effect, directly refers to one thing by mentioning another. It may provide clarity or identify hidden similarities between two different ideas. 
  • Example : “Night owl”, “cold feet”, “beat a dead horse”.
• Apostrophe : Apostrophe is an exclamatory figure of speech. It occurs when a speaker breaks off from addressing the audience and directs speech to a third party such as an opposing litigant or some other individual, sometimes absent from the scene. 
  • Example : "O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?".
• Pun:  A pun is a literary device that is also known as a “play on words.” Puns are generally intended to be humorous, but they often have a serious purpose as well in literary works.
  • ​For eg.: Her cat is near the computer to keep an eye on the mouse.

The correct answer is: Oxymoron

 Key Points

• An oxymoron is a figure of speech in which contradictory terms appear in conjunction.
• In the phrase, "silent scream," the words "silent" and "scream" are contradictory - a scream is typically loud and noticeable, not silent.
• This contradiction is used for dramatic effect, to emphasize the intensity of the speaker's internal reaction to the near jump of the dog.
• Therefore, the figure of speech used in this sentence is an oxymoron.

The correct answer is “Personification”

Key Points

• Personification is a figure of speech in which non-human things or abstract concepts are given human qualities or characteristics.
• In the given sentence, the trees are given the ability to stretch, which is a human characteristic, implying a sense of reaching or yearning.
  • Example: "The clouds wept tears of joy."

Therefore, the correct answer is Option no. 3.

Additional InformationLet us look into the different figures of speech given in the options:

• Figures of speech are used to create vivid and imaginative imagery, emphasize ideas and emotions, and add rhetorical emphasis.
• Onomatopoeia: A figure of speech in which the word used imitates the sound it represents.
  • For example: The sizzling bacon made a "crackling" sound in the pan.
• Metaphor: A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable. 
  • For example: His heart was an iceberg, cold and unyielding.
• Simile: A figure of speech in which two, unlike things, are explicitly compared, usually using the words "like" or "as." 
  • For example: As slippery as an eel.

The correct answer is 'Simile'.

Key Points

• The word 'as' gives us a hint that the sentence is a simile.
• Simile means- a figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, used to make a description more emphatic or vivid (e.g. as brave as a lion ). The use of similes is a method of comparison.
• Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Important Points
Let's understand the difference between these:

Key Points

• Initial (प्रारंभिक): first, earliest, or beginning.
  • Example: The initial phase of the project will focus on data collection.
• Hence, the correct antonym is ‘initial’.

Additional Information

• Final (अंतिम): last or concluding.
• Eventual (अंततः): happening or occurring at some future time.
• Decisive (निर्णायक): having or showing determination or resolution.

Key Points

• Flexible (लचीला): Capable of bending or being bent without breaking.
  • Example: The gymnast demonstrated her flexibility by doing a backbend.
• Rigid (कठोर): Stiff and inflexible; not easily bent or changed.
  • Example: The metal rod was too rigid to bend.
• Hence, the correct antonym is ‘Rigid’.

Additional Information

• Supple (कोमल): Soft, pliable, and flexible.
  • Example: The dancer had supple muscles that allowed her to move gracefully.
• Liberal (उदार): Not strict or narrow-minded; tolerant of different ideas or beliefs.
  • Example: The liberal politician supported same-sex marriage and other progressive causes.
• Adaptable (अनुकूलनीय): Able to adjust to new or changing conditions.
  • Example: The company was able to adapt to the changing market conditions and remained successful.

The correct answer is 'hiding'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate antonym of the given word 'demonstrating' is 'hiding'.
• Demonstrating: to show something clearly by giving proof. (प्रमाण देकर सिद्घ करना)
  • Example: Using this chart, I’d like to demonstrate to you what has happened to our sales.
• Hiding: the state of being hidden. (छिपे होने की स्थिति; छिपाव, गोपन)
  • Example: The escaped prisoners are believed to be in hiding somewhere in Kanpur.
     

Correct Answer: hiding.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
  • inspiring: having the effect of inspiring someone; giving someone positive or creative feelings. (प्रेरणादायक)
  • exploring: to travel around a place, etc. in order to learn about it. (किसी जगह के विषय में जानकारी प्राप्त करने के लिए उसका भ्रमण करना, खोजयात्रा करना)
  • collating: to collect information from different places in order to put it together, examine and compare it. (जाँच, तुलना और मिलान के लिए विभिन्‍न स्‍थानों से सूचना एकत्र करना)