Human Nature - 3

Human Nature (Mod-2)

15 Questions Published

Questions

Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (iv).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

The difference in ______(i)______ of parents towards their several children, is sometimes _______(ii)_____; especially in the mothers. As goes a famous saying, “A _____(iii)_____ son rejoices the father, but an ungracious son shames the mother.” Men have a foolish manner in creating and breeding _______(iv)_____ between brothers, during childhood, which may at times disturb the families.

  1. intimacy
  2. rivalry
  3. chivalry
  4. courtesy
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (ii).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

The difference in ______(i)______ of parents towards their several children, is sometimes _______(ii)_____; especially in the mothers. As goes a famous saying, “A _____(iii)_____ son rejoices the father, but an ungracious son shames the mother.” Men have a foolish manner in creating and breeding _______(iv)_____ between brothers, during childhood, which may at times disturb the families.

  1. worthy
  2. unacceptable
  3. appropriate
  4. illustrative
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (i).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

The difference in ______(i)______ of parents towards their several children, is sometimes _______(ii)_____; especially in the mothers. As goes a famous saying, “A _____(iii)_____ son rejoices the father, but an ungracious son shames the mother.” Men have a foolish manner in creating and breeding _______(iv)_____ between brothers, during childhood, which may at times disturb the families.

  1. duties
  2. work
  3. affection
  4. hatred
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Find the appropriate word and fill blank (iii).

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

The difference in ______(i)______ of parents towards their several children, is sometimes _______(ii)_____; especially in the mothers. As goes a famous saying, “A _____(iii)_____ son rejoices the father, but an ungracious son shames the mother.” Men have a foolish manner in creating and breeding _______(iv)_____ between brothers, during childhood, which may at times disturb the families.

  1. wise
  2. intelligent
  3. foolish
  4. clever
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: Fill the blanks with most appropriate answer from the given options.

She was a _____________ who questioned the claims made about herbal remedies.

  1. pedantic
  2. sceptic
  3. quack
  4. sadist
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: Fill the blanks with most appropriate answer from the given options.

The country's leader made an ____________ plea for peace.

  1. inappropriate
  2. earnest
  3. appalling
  4. opinionated
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following could replace 'to raise a hue and cry' as used in the passage?

Directions: Read the following passage carefully and select the most suitable option according to the corresponding number in the passage.

Always try to be transparent and straightforward. Remember, all sorts of martyrs are not hailed. According to Dr. Emma Watson, a psychologist, burning out silently over petty issues can raise the blood pressure and result in unnecessary problems. It is good to be considerate yet firm. Don't take ill-treatment lying down.  While unnecessary aggressive and hostile behaviour should be avoided, becoming unduly submissive and fearful is not correct. We need to strike a balance between the two. There is no need to adopt an aggressive conduct. Make it a point to stay cool and remember that your objective is to resolve an issue and not to raise a hue and cry. If you look forward to something positive, try to be that in the first place. If you are open, considerate and ready to listen to others, then why shouldn't they reciprocate with equal warmth?

  1. panic
  2. disturbance
  3. howl
  4. faint
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following could replace 'considerate' as used in the passage?

Directions: Read the following passage carefully and select the most suitable option according to the corresponding number in the passage.

Always try to be transparent and straightforward. Remember, all sorts of martyrs are not hailed. According to Dr. Emma Watson, a psychologist, burning out silently over petty issues can raise the blood pressure and result in unnecessary problems. It is good to be considerate yet firm. Don't take ill-treatment lying down.  While unnecessary aggressive and hostile behaviour should be avoided, becoming unduly submissive and fearful is not correct. We need to strike a balance between the two. There is no need to adopt an aggressive conduct. Make it a point to stay cool and remember that your objective is to resolve an issue and not to raise a hue and cry. If you look forward to something positive, try to be that in the first place. If you are open, considerate and ready to listen to others, then why shouldn't they reciprocate with equal warmth?

  1. caring
  2. devoted
  3. selfish
  4. confined
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following could replace 'hostile' as used in the passage?

Directions: Read the following passage carefully and select the most suitable option according to the corresponding number in the passage.

Always try to be transparent and straightforward. Remember, all sorts of martyrs are not hailed. According to Dr. Emma Watson, a psychologist, burning out silently over petty issues can raise the blood pressure and result in unnecessary problems. It is good to be considerate yet firm. Don't take ill-treatment lying down.  While unnecessary aggressive and hostile behaviour should be avoided, becoming unduly submissive and fearful is not correct. We need to strike a balance between the two. There is no need to adopt an aggressive conduct. Make it a point to stay cool and remember that your objective is to resolve an issue and not to raise a hue and cry. If you look forward to something positive, try to be that in the first place. If you are open, considerate and ready to listen to others, then why shouldn't they reciprocate with equal warmth?

  1. amiable
  2. depressing
  3. aggressive
  4. tangible
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following could replace 'hailed' as used in the passage?

Directions: Read the following passage carefully and select the most suitable option according to the corresponding number in the passage.

Always try to be transparent and straightforward. Remember, all sorts of martyrs are not hailed. According to Dr. Emma Watson, a psychologist, burning out silently over petty issues can raise the blood pressure and result in unnecessary problems. It is good to be considerate yet firm. Don't take ill-treatment lying down.  While unnecessary aggressive and hostile behaviour should be avoided, becoming unduly submissive and fearful is not correct. We need to strike a balance between the two. There is no need to adopt an aggressive conduct. Make it a point to stay cool and remember that your objective is to resolve an issue and not to raise a hue and cry. If you look forward to something positive, try to be that in the first place. If you are open, considerate and ready to listen to others, then why shouldn't they reciprocate with equal warmth?

  1. accepted
  2. celebrated
  3. executed
  4. agreed
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following could replace 'submissive' as used in the passage?

Directions: Read the following passage carefully and select the most suitable option according to the corresponding number in the passage.

Always try to be transparent and straightforward. Remember, all sorts of martyrs are not hailed. According to Dr. Emma Watson, a psychologist, burning out silently over petty issues can raise the blood pressure and result in unnecessary problems. It is good to be considerate yet firm. Don't take ill-treatment lying down.  While unnecessary aggressive and hostile behaviour should be avoided, becoming unduly submissive and fearful is not correct. We need to strike a balance between the two. There is no need to adopt an aggressive conduct. Make it a point to stay cool and remember that your objective is to resolve an issue and not to raise a hue and cry. If you look forward to something positive, try to be that in the first place. If you are open, considerate and ready to listen to others, then why shouldn't they reciprocate with equal warmth?

  1. meek
  2. honest
  3. weak
  4. morose
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following could replace 'transparent' as used in the passage?

Directions: Read the following passage carefully and select the most suitable option according to the corresponding number in the passage.

Always try to be transparent and straightforward. Remember, all sorts of martyrs are not hailed. According to Dr. Emma Watson, a psychologist, burning out silently over petty issues can raise the blood pressure and result in unnecessary problems. It is good to be considerate yet firm. Don't take ill-treatment lying down.  While unnecessary aggressive and hostile behaviour should be avoided, becoming unduly submissive and fearful is not correct. We need to strike a balance between the two. There is no need to adopt an aggressive conduct. Make it a point to stay cool and remember that your objective is to resolve an issue and not to raise a hue and cry. If you look forward to something positive, try to be that in the first place. If you are open, considerate and ready to listen to others, then why shouldn't they reciprocate with equal warmth?

  1. opaque
  2. clear
  3. visible
  4. see-through
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following could replace 'reciprocate' as used in the passage?

Directions: Read the following passage carefully and select the most suitable option according to the corresponding number in the passage.

Always try to be transparent and straightforward. Remember, all sorts of martyrs are not hailed. According to Dr. Emma Watson, a psychologist, burning out silently over petty issues can raise the blood pressure and result in unnecessary problems. It is good to be considerate yet firm. Don't take ill-treatment lying down.  While unnecessary aggressive and hostile behaviour should be avoided, becoming unduly submissive and fearful is not correct. We need to strike a balance between the two. There is no need to adopt an aggressive conduct. Make it a point to stay cool and remember that your objective is to resolve an issue and not to raise a hue and cry. If you look forward to something positive, try to be that in the first place. If you are open, considerate and ready to listen to others, then why shouldn't they reciprocate with equal warmth?

  1. respond
  2. lead
  3. question
  4. persuade
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following could replace 'conduct' as used in the passage?

Directions: Read the following passage carefully and select the most suitable option according to the corresponding number in the passage.

Always try to be transparent and straightforward. Remember, all sorts of martyrs are not hailed. According to Dr. Emma Watson, a psychologist, burning out silently over petty issues can raise the blood pressure and result in unnecessary problems. It is good to be considerate yet firm. Don't take ill-treatment lying down.  While unnecessary aggressive and hostile behaviour should be avoided, becoming unduly submissive and fearful is not correct. We need to strike a balance between the two. There is no need to adopt an aggressive conduct. Make it a point to stay cool and remember that your objective is to resolve an issue and not to raise a hue and cry. If you look forward to something positive, try to be that in the first place. If you are open, considerate and ready to listen to others, then why shouldn't they reciprocate with equal warmth?

  1. behaviour
  2. drive
  3. thought
  4. temper
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: Fill the blanks with most appropriate answer from the given options.

The fire-fighter was _________ about his role in the rescue of the children, saying that anyone would have done what he did.

  1. sceptic
  2. docile
  3. modest
  4. apologetic