English Language

Vocabulary and Synonyms

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Vocabulary and synonyms are essential components of English language sections across competitive exams. This topic tests word associations, context meanings, and precise vocabulary skills. Regular practice helps test takers score higher in SSC, banking, and railway recruitment tests.

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Vocabulary and Synonyms Questions

Multiple choice

What is the term for the use of a word or phrase that is literal or straightforward?

  1. Figurative language

  2. Literal language

  3. Plain language

  4. Technical language
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Literal language is the use of words or phrases in their ordinary, everyday sense. Figurative language is the use of words or phrases that are not literal or straightforward in order to create a particular effect, plain language is language that is easy to understand, and technical language is language that is used in a particular field or profession.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a euphemism?

  1. Collateral damage

  2. Enhanced interrogation techniques

  3. Preemptive strike

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the above are examples of euphemisms that are used to make particular issues sound more palatable.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of emotive language?

  1. Freedom

  2. Democracy

  3. Patriotism

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

All of the above are examples of emotive language that is used to appeal to the emotions of the audience and persuade them to support a particular point of view.

Multiple choice

Which facial expression is characterized by a furrowed brow, lowered eyebrows, and a downturned mouth?

  1. Happiness

  2. Sadness

  3. Anger

  4. Surprise

  5. Disgust
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The facial expression characterized by a furrowed brow, lowered eyebrows, and a downturned mouth is sadness.

Multiple choice

Which facial expression is characterized by a wide-open mouth, raised eyebrows, and widened eyes?

  1. Happiness

  2. Sadness

  3. Anger

  4. Surprise

  5. Disgust
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The facial expression characterized by a wide-open mouth, raised eyebrows, and widened eyes is surprise.

Multiple choice

Which facial expression is characterized by a relaxed face, slightly parted lips, and a soft smile?

  1. Happiness

  2. Sadness

  3. Anger

  4. Surprise

  5. Disgust
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The facial expression characterized by a relaxed face, slightly parted lips, and a soft smile is happiness.

Multiple choice

In many cultures, it is considered rude to:

  1. Yawn or sneeze without covering your mouth

  2. Spit in public

  3. Blow your nose in public

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

In many cultures, it is considered rude to yawn or sneeze without covering your mouth, spit in public, or blow your nose in public.

Multiple choice

Complete the Indian folk saying: "A healthy body is a (__) mind."

  1. wealthy

  2. happy

  3. rich

  4. powerful
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The complete saying is "A healthy body is a happy mind." This saying highlights the connection between physical and mental well-being. It suggests that a healthy body contributes to a happy and contented mind.

Multiple choice

What is the term used to describe the outward expression of grief, such as crying, wailing, and wearing black clothing?

  1. Mourning

  2. Bereavement

  3. Grief

  4. Sorrow
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mourning refers to the outward expression of grief, such as crying, wailing, wearing black clothing, and participating in funeral rituals. It is a cultural and social response to loss.

Multiple choice

What does it mean to \"have an egg on your face\"?

  1. To be embarrassed or humiliated

  2. To be praised or admired

  3. To be lucky or fortunate

  4. To be wealthy or successful
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The idiom \"have an egg on your face\" means to be embarrassed or humiliated, typically as a result of a mistake or foolish action.

Multiple choice

Which of these is an example of a malapropism?

  1. Using the word 'pacific' instead of 'specific'

  2. Using the phrase 'a piece of cake' to describe a difficult task

  3. Using the word 'inflammable' to describe something that is not flammable

  4. Using the word 'literally' to describe something that is not literally true
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A Correct answer
Explanation

A malapropism is the mistaken use of a word for another word that sounds similar.

Multiple choice

Which of these is an example of a situational irony?

  1. A person who is afraid of heights becomes a pilot

  2. A person who is allergic to cats adopts a cat

  3. A person who is always late arrives early for an appointment

  4. A person who is trying to lose weight eats a large piece of cake
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Situational irony is a type of irony in which the outcome of a situation is the opposite of what is expected or appropriate.

Multiple choice

Which of these is an example of a verbal irony?

  1. A person who is always late arrives early for an appointment

  2. A person who is trying to lose weight eats a large piece of cake

  3. A person who is afraid of heights becomes a pilot

  4. A person who is allergic to cats adopts a cat
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Verbal irony is a type of irony in which the words that are spoken are the opposite of what is meant.

Multiple choice

Which of these is an example of a euphemism?

  1. Using the word 'passed away' instead of 'died'

  2. Using the phrase 'a piece of cake' to describe a difficult task

  3. Using the word 'inflammable' to describe something that is not flammable

  4. Using the word 'literally' to describe something that is not literally true
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A Correct answer
Explanation

A euphemism is a mild or indirect word or phrase that is used to replace a more harsh or blunt word or phrase.

Multiple choice

What does Wordsworth believe is the consequence of neglecting one's duty?

  1. Guilt

  2. Shame

  3. Remorse

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Wordsworth suggests that neglecting one's duty can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and remorse, as well as a sense of unworthiness and moral failure.