Verbal Ability (Mixed)

The sentence discusses consequences or effects that extend far into the future. 'Implications' refers to the logical conclusions or effects of an action or statement, which fits the context of far-reaching consequences better than the other options.

 Mysteries are meant to be unraveled and revealed therefore unraveled is the correct answer.

 Expedite is correct because it means to speed up/ facilitate a process. Accelerate refers to physical motion and speed. Extract means to draw out and is unrelated.

The phrase 'by leaps and bounds' is a common English idiom meaning to make rapid or spectacular progress. It fits the context of describing the growth of space research.

The word 'allotted' means to assign as a share or a specific task. In this context, it correctly describes a task that was given to the speaker to perform.

To 'interdict' means to prohibit or forbid something officially. 'Prohibit' is the direct synonym among the choices.

A 'prodigal' person spends money or resources recklessly and wastefully. 'Cautious' is the best antonym here, as it implies being careful and restrained with resources.

'Vociferous' describes someone who is loud, noisy, and forceful in expressing their opinions. 'Quiet' is the direct opposite of this clamorous behavior.

 Calumny is back-biting and making false and derogatory statements. So, slander meaning the same as calumny is the correct answer.

An 'inveterate' habit or feeling is long-established and unlikely to change. 'Chronic' is a synonym used to describe persisting or long-lasting conditions.

'Blatant' means very obvious and done without shame. 'Obscure' is the opposite, referring to something that is hidden, unclear, or not easily noticed.

'Odious' means extremely unpleasant or repulsive. 'Lovable' is the most appropriate antonym as it describes something that inspires affection rather than disgust.

In indirect speech, when the reporting verb 'asked' is in the past tense, the state of knowing is typically expressed in the simple past 'knew'. 'Had known' would imply he knew it at a time even further in the past before the asking occurred.

The verb 'suggest' cannot be followed by an object and a to-infinitive (suggest me to change). It requires a 'that' clause or a gerund; 'suggested that I should change' is the correct grammatical structure.

A 'recalcitrant' person is obstinately uncooperative or disobedient. 'Well-behaved' is the direct opposite, describing someone who follows rules and cooperates.

'Disparate' means essentially different in kind or entirely unlike. 'Dissimilar' is the closest synonym among the options.

The standard idiomatic preposition used with the verb 'cure' in the context of a disease or ailment is 'of'. Therefore, 'cured of' is correct and requires no improvement.

 Anathema is something that is bad and unwanted as well as brings bad results. With this in mind, curse is the correct option as it is similar in meaning.

'There is no denying the fact' is a standard English idiom. The original phrase 'no question of denying the fact' is wordy and less natural than the concise version in option A.

'Unless' means 'if not', so using 'unless' with 'didn't' creates an incorrect double negative. Changing 'unless' to 'if' results in 'if I didn't give him the money', which is grammatically sound.

The idiom 'beside the mark' means that something is not relevant or is inaccurate regarding the subject at hand. In this sentence, it means the remarks were irrelevant.

To 'fall foul of' someone means to come into conflict with them or to have a disagreement. In the context of two friends, it indicates they had a quarrel.

The idiom 'keep the wolf from the door' means to have enough money to buy food and basic necessities to avoid poverty or hunger.

To 'lead someone by the nose' means to control them completely or dominate them. In a political context, it implies authoritative leadership where followers obey without question.

To be 'on tenterhooks' means to be in a state of nervous suspense or anxiety. A child who keeps his mother in this state is effectively causing her constant worry or trouble.