English Proficiency - Prepositions, Vocabulary & Idioms (Coast Guard Exam)
English language practice quiz covering prepositions, vocabulary, idioms, and one-word substitutions for Indian Coast Guard exam preparation
Questions
Directions: Choose the correct option to fill in the blank.
Even in today's modern society, people _______ God to bring rain.
- evoke
- provoke
- propitiate
- appeal
Directions: Choose the correct option to fill in the blank.
Man power is the _______ means of converting other resources to mankind's use and benefit.
- inimitable
- insuperable
- indivisible
- indispensable
Directions: Choose the correct option to fill in the blank.
Every one should _____ themselves against illness since medical care has now become expensive.
- insure
- vaccinate
- ensure
- brace
Directions: Choose the correct option to fill in the blank.
Abhay has been ________ with trafficking in drugs and has to appear in court tomorrow.
- charged
- accused
- condemned
- convicted
Directions: Choose the correct option to fill in the blank.
He made a slight __________ of judgement for which he had to repent later.
- mistake
- slip
- error
- blunder
Directions: Fill in the blank with appropriate preposition.
Malaria has carried _________ a quarter of the population of the village.
- away
- out
- on
- off
Directions: Fill in the blank with appropriate preposition.
Men are called ________ for military service.
- at
- to
- of
- up
Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase which is underlined. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.
The thermal plant project is still to see the light of the day.
- to be restored
- in the planning stage
- to be made visible
- to start production
Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase which is underlined. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.
It is always easier to pass the buck than to take responsibility for a failure.
- disapprove something
- be a chronic complainer
- asking for help to solve a problem
- to pass the blame to someone else
Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase which is underlined. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.
Sumit has worked very hard, but was paid peanuts!
- being paid equally good salary
- being paid in peanuts
- being given very low salary
- expecting continued good fortune
Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase which is underlined. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.
The doctor reached the hospital just in the nick of time as the patient was being wheeled into the operation theatre.
- as soon as
- at the last possible moment
- at a precise time
- when asked for
Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase which is underlined. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.
As the finals finished, the students decided to push the boat out and party.
- to collect money
- pool in for a boat
- spend a lot of money to celebrate
- ignore all rules and regulations
Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase which is underlined. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.
She is a beautiful looking girl with a voice to die for.
- extremely good
- extremely bad
- extremely soft
- extremely rare
Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase which is underlined. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.
He saw red when he realised that his son had gotten into bad company.
- became angry
- became embarrassed
- became anxious
- became quiet
Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase which is underlined. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.
I was planning to start a business, but he threw cold water on my project.
- encouraged me
- discouraged me
- prevented me
- supported me
Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase which is underlined. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.
It was rumoured that many theives were working hand in glove with the police.
- not identified
- have a practical approach
- are working together
- are friends
Directions: In the following question, the sentence contains an idiom/phrase which is underlined. You are to select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of this idiom/phrase.
He got the better of his opponent in the wrestling match.
- defeat someone
- be defeated
- part on good terms
- to be no longer on talking terms
Directions: Fill in the blank with appropriate preposition.
Be sure to avail yourself _______ this opportunity.
- to
- with
- of
- on
Directions: Fill in the blank with appropriate preposition.
Is it possible to achieve just about everything one aims _______?
- at
- to
- with
- of
Directions: Fill in the blank with appropriate preposition.
She accused me _______ stealing her flowers.
- about
- of
- with
- from
Directions: Give one word substitution for the following phrase/sentence:
The metal edge of a wheel onto which the tyre is fixed is known as
- Rim
- Brim
- Edgy
- Cover
Directions: Give one word substitution for the following phrase/sentence:
To put something or make something go under the surface of water or liquid
- Emerge
- Submerge
- Indulge
- Appear
Directions: Give one word substitution for the following phrase/sentence:
A large wheel turned by the weight of people or animals walking on steps around its inside edge, and used to operate machinery
- Windmill
- Crosser
- Treader
- Treadmill
Directions: Give one word substitution for the following phrase/sentence:
A long narrow open container for animals to eat or drink from
- Den
- Tank
- Tube
- Trough
Directions: Give one word substitution for the following phrase/sentence:
To use something well in order to gain as much from it as possible
- Adroit
- Squeeze
- Exploit
- Prune