Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension

The sentence describes a contradiction: people who want mercy from others are often not merciful themselves. 'Paradoxical' fits the first blank, and 'clemency' (mercy) fits the second.

The internet offers vast choices with very few restrictions. 'Unlimited' and 'minimal' correctly complete the sentence.

 They don't focus on building an image; they focus their enegies on their responsibilities and on results. 

A tie is an accessory that complements a suit. Similarly, an accompaniment complements a song.

Rags and riches are antonyms representing poverty and wealth. Privation (lack of necessities) and prosperity (wealth) share the same antonymous relationship.

A pen and a pencil are both writing instruments. Similarly, a book and a notebook are both items used for reading or writing.

A word represents a concept. Similarly, a watch represents or measures time.

Money is used for the purpose of exchange. Similarly, goods are used in a barter system for exchange.

Astronomy is a science based on observation, while astrology is a belief system based on hunches or superstition. This reflects a relationship between a rigorous discipline and a speculative one.

Trembling is a physical reaction caused by the emotion of fear. Similarly, shivering is a physical reaction caused by the sensation of cold.

A shelter is what a homeless person needs. An enjoyment is what a hedonist seeks or consumes.

An orchestra is designed to produce harmony. Conversely, discord is the result of a cacophony.

The sentence contrasts a focus on the future with the promotion of popular trends. This highlights a balance between long-term strategy and current market appeal.

A counselor's primary role is to listen to those who trust them with their personal feelings. Other options do not fit the supportive nature of the counselor-client relationship.

The sentence describes a systemic imbalance where both rulers and subjects are corrupted by their respective positions. The first group is corrupted by power, and the second by passive obedience.

An exam is a tool used to measure or demonstrate ability. Similarly, an audition is a tool used to demonstrate a voice.

A rosary is composed of beads. Similarly, a team is composed of players.

An editor oversees the production of a newspaper. Similarly, a director oversees the production of a film.

Living by core values allows one to be honest and upfront. The other options do not create a coherent description of personal integrity.

The sentence discusses a professional falling behind due to lack of ongoing learning in a fast-paced environment. The words continuing and dizzying fit logically to denote ongoing education and extremely fast rates of change.

A person boasts about achievements. You can boast about traditions, not societies or cliques. Subordinate cannot be correct as one would not boast about it. One can be an heir of traditions and still boast about it. Hence, option 4 is correct.

Resilient people respond to stress in a calm and steady manner. Rational (logical, reasonable) completes the description of this response style. Note: the question has a typo (resilent instead of resilient), but the meaning is clear.

In the context of 'the era of colour', 'era' refers to a period of time or an age characterized by a specific trend.

The passage mentions colors like lavender, pink, aqua, honeydew, blond, gold, avocado green, and coppertone. None of these are named after fruits, although 'honeydew' is a fruit, it is used as a color name here; however, the question asks what is NOT used, and the options provided are categories. 'Fruits' is the most logical answer as the other categories (automobiles, furniture, electric items) are explicitly mentioned as objects colored in these shades.

The passage states that you want gardening equipment to look sturdy, and red would be fine for a lawn mower, implying it conveys strength.

The passage discusses how colors influence our feelings about objects and how fashion trends dictate which colors become popular for various products.

The passage explicitly states that old gold, avocado green, and coppertone are now thought of as old fashioned, meaning they are not popular now.