Food Corporation Of India Mock Test- 8 - Government Jobs MCQ

Below a word is given followed by three sentences which consist of that word. Identify the sentence/s which best expresses the meaning of the word. Choose option 5 (None of the these) if the word is not suitable in any of the sentences.

WHIRL

A. I often wake in the night with worries whirling around my head and cannot go back to sleep.
B. The wind grew fiercer, sending leaves and twigs whirling around in the air.
C. I felt tears whirl down my face.

Below a word is given followed by three sentences which consist of that word. Identify the sentence/s which best expresses the meaning of the word. Choose option 5 (None of the these) if the word is not suitable in any of the sentences.

SQUAT

A. Try squats and lunges to boost leg strength or bench pressing weights to boost the upper body
B. The buildings in which homeless people squat are in the vast majority of cases empty and derelict, 
C. The face is characteristically square or broad with a short neck, often giving a squat appearance.

In the following question, a sentence is given with three words in bold. Replace the word if needed or else choose option 5 if no correction is required.

The Trinamool and Ms. Banerjee have also cessation positions to move toward the formation of a national-level convention to the BJP, giving up the idea of a federal front of regional parties opposed to both the Congress and the BJP. 

I. Cessation – shifted
II. Convention – alternative
III. Federal – invincible

In the following question, a sentence is given with three words in bold. Replace the word if needed or else choose option 5 if no correction is required.

Another suspected element in the latest appointments is that Justice Maheshwari, who had been superseded as recently as last November, when a judge junior to him was ousted a Supreme Court judge, has been found to be “more suitable and deserving in all respects” than any of the other chief justices and judges. 

I. Suspected – curious
II. Superseded – backfired
III. Ousted – appointed

In the following question, a sentence is given with three words in bold. Replace the word if needed or else choose option 5 if no correction is required.

The introductory government headed by Vasundhara Raje had stipulated, first through an ordinance in December 2014 and then through the Rajasthan Panchayati Raj (Amendment) Act passed in 2015, educational prerequisites to stand for local polls.

I. Introductory – previous
II. Stipulated – pleaded
III. Prerequisites – voluntary

Given below is a sentence with three blanks. Identify the correct order of words which can be used to fill in the given blanks.

Rejecting Iran's _________ of its involvement in the parade attack, US _________ to the UN Nikki Haley told Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to "look in the mirror" to find the causes behind the _________.
A) Accusations
B) Ambassador
C) Stipulations
D) Draught
E) Attack
F) Mismatch

Given below is a sentence with three blanks. Identify the correct order of words which can be used to fill in the given blanks.

Libya has asked the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to _________ as 115 people have been killed and 383 others left injured in month-long clashes between _________ factions in the capital Tripoli. The Seventh Brigade launched an assault following reports on the wealth and _________ lifestyles of the militant commanders of Tripoli's two largest armed groups.
A) Marvel
B) Gospel
C) Rival
D) Lavish
E) Intervene
F) Companion

In the passage given below there are 5 blanks, each followed by a word given in underline. Each blank has four alternative words given in options (1), (2), (3) and (4). You have to tell which word will best suit the respective blank. Mark (5) as your answer if the word given in underline after the blank is your answer. i.e. No Change Required.

The writings of the philosopher Plato have been analysed, __(A)__ [rewritten], and interpreted in countless ways over the past two millennia. However, his Republic still stands out as an intellectual hallmark of Greek socio-political commentary and a prescriptive utopian vehicle. We need not __(B)__ [define] the basic elements of Platonic thought to Platonic times, especially when we consider the roles and status of women in our own modern societies. Regarding this topic, Plato is surprisingly forward-thinking and appears in __(C)__ [dark] contrast to many contemporary currents of thought. Plato begins this discourse in Book V of the Republic by referring to an earlier fundamental principle of that work, namely that jobs and functions in an ideal state ought to be distributed according to one’s nature, inclination, and capability. He then inquires into their natures and capabilities, and asks if anything aside from __(D)__ [psychology] separates men and women; he soon concludes not. He feels that they are endowed equally with “natural capacities” for all “administrative occupations,” including the Guardianship of the city as well as its defence, and that there is no sufficient difference between them to justify the exclusion of women from the most important duties of the state. He does believe, though, that since women are traditionally the physically weaker of the sexes, nature also __(E)__ [insists] they are given a “lighter share” of these duties in keeping with their level of strength.

Q. Which of the following words most appropriately fits the blank labelled (A)?

In the passage given below there are 5 blanks, each followed by a word given in underline. Each blank has four alternative words given in options (1), (2), (3) and (4). You have to tell which word will best suit the respective blank. Mark (5) as your answer if the word given in underline after the blank is your answer. i.e. No Change Required.

The writings of the philosopher Plato have been analysed, __(A)__ [rewritten], and interpreted in countless ways over the past two millennia. However, his Republic still stands out as an intellectual hallmark of Greek socio-political commentary and a prescriptive utopian vehicle. We need not __(B)__ [define] the basic elements of Platonic thought to Platonic times, especially when we consider the roles and status of women in our own modern societies. Regarding this topic, Plato is surprisingly forward-thinking and appears in __(C)__ [dark] contrast to many contemporary currents of thought. Plato begins this discourse in Book V of the Republic by referring to an earlier fundamental principle of that work, namely that jobs and functions in an ideal state ought to be distributed according to one’s nature, inclination, and capability. He then inquires into their natures and capabilities, and asks if anything aside from __(D)__ [psychology] separates men and women; he soon concludes not. He feels that they are endowed equally with “natural capacities” for all “administrative occupations,” including the Guardianship of the city as well as its defence, and that there is no sufficient difference between them to justify the exclusion of women from the most important duties of the state. He does believe, though, that since women are traditionally the physically weaker of the sexes, nature also __(E)__ [insists] they are given a “lighter share” of these duties in keeping with their level of strength.

Q. Which of the following words most appropriately fits the blank labelled (B)?

In the passage given below there are 5 blanks, each followed by a word given in underline. Each blank has four alternative words given in options (1), (2), (3) and (4). You have to tell which word will best suit the respective blank. Mark (5) as your answer if the word given in underline after the blank is your answer. i.e. No Change Required.

The writings of the philosopher Plato have been analysed, __(A)__ [rewritten], and interpreted in countless ways over the past two millennia. However, his Republic still stands out as an intellectual hallmark of Greek socio-political commentary and a prescriptive utopian vehicle. We need not __(B)__ [define] the basic elements of Platonic thought to Platonic times, especially when we consider the roles and status of women in our own modern societies. Regarding this topic, Plato is surprisingly forward-thinking and appears in __(C)__ [dark] contrast to many contemporary currents of thought. Plato begins this discourse in Book V of the Republic by referring to an earlier fundamental principle of that work, namely that jobs and functions in an ideal state ought to be distributed according to one’s nature, inclination, and capability. He then inquires into their natures and capabilities, and asks if anything aside from __(D)__ [psychology] separates men and women; he soon concludes not. He feels that they are endowed equally with “natural capacities” for all “administrative occupations,” including the Guardianship of the city as well as its defence, and that there is no sufficient difference between them to justify the exclusion of women from the most important duties of the state. He does believe, though, that since women are traditionally the physically weaker of the sexes, nature also __(E)__ [insists] they are given a “lighter share” of these duties in keeping with their level of strength.

Q. Which of the following words most appropriately fits the blank labelled (C)?

In the passage given below there are 5 blanks, each followed by a word given in underline. Each blank has four alternative words given in options (1), (2), (3) and (4). You have to tell which word will best suit the respective blank. Mark (5) as your answer if the word given in underline after the blank is your answer. i.e. No Change Required.

The writings of the philosopher Plato have been analysed, __(A)__ [rewritten], and interpreted in countless ways over the past two millennia. However, his Republic still stands out as an intellectual hallmark of Greek socio-political commentary and a prescriptive utopian vehicle. We need not __(B)__ [define] the basic elements of Platonic thought to Platonic times, especially when we consider the roles and status of women in our own modern societies. Regarding this topic, Plato is surprisingly forward-thinking and appears in __(C)__ [dark] contrast to many contemporary currents of thought. Plato begins this discourse in Book V of the Republic by referring to an earlier fundamental principle of that work, namely that jobs and functions in an ideal state ought to be distributed according to one’s nature, inclination, and capability. He then inquires into their natures and capabilities, and asks if anything aside from __(D)__ [psychology] separates men and women; he soon concludes not. He feels that they are endowed equally with “natural capacities” for all “administrative occupations,” including the Guardianship of the city as well as its defence, and that there is no sufficient difference between them to justify the exclusion of women from the most important duties of the state. He does believe, though, that since women are traditionally the physically weaker of the sexes, nature also __(E)__ [insists] they are given a “lighter share” of these duties in keeping with their level of strength.

Q. Which of the following words most appropriately fits the blank labelled (D)?

In the passage given below there are 5 blanks, each followed by a word given in underline. Each blank has four alternative words given in options (1), (2), (3) and (4). You have to tell which word will best suit the respective blank. Mark (5) as your answer if the word given in underline after the blank is your answer. i.e. No Change Required.

The writings of the philosopher Plato have been analysed, __(A)__ [rewritten], and interpreted in countless ways over the past two millennia. However, his Republic still stands out as an intellectual hallmark of Greek socio-political commentary and a prescriptive utopian vehicle. We need not __(B)__ [define] the basic elements of Platonic thought to Platonic times, especially when we consider the roles and status of women in our own modern societies. Regarding this topic, Plato is surprisingly forward-thinking and appears in __(C)__ [dark] contrast to many contemporary currents of thought. Plato begins this discourse in Book V of the Republic by referring to an earlier fundamental principle of that work, namely that jobs and functions in an ideal state ought to be distributed according to one’s nature, inclination, and capability. He then inquires into their natures and capabilities, and asks if anything aside from __(D)__ [psychology] separates men and women; he soon concludes not. He feels that they are endowed equally with “natural capacities” for all “administrative occupations,” including the Guardianship of the city as well as its defence, and that there is no sufficient difference between them to justify the exclusion of women from the most important duties of the state. He does believe, though, that since women are traditionally the physically weaker of the sexes, nature also __(E)__ [insists] they are given a “lighter share” of these duties in keeping with their level of strength.

Q. Which of the following words most appropriately fits the blank labelled (E)?

Read the passage given below carefully and the questions that follow. Some words have been highlighted for your attention.

Over the past decade, consumers have been inundated with news about food-related health crises around the world, leaving them feeling insecure about the quality and safety of the food products they purchase. Moreover, changing lifestyles and work patterns, as well as rising levels of disposable income, have resulted in more diet and health-conscious consumers, which has led to a greater demand for healthier foods in recent years.

According to the global market analyst, Euromonitor, one sector that has particularly suffered as a result of the food-related health scares is frozen processed red meat. The BSE and foot-and-mouth crises, which affected all Western European markets in recent years, accentuated consumer demand for healthier non-red meat alternatives. In many markets, frozen processed poultry and, to a lesser extent, frozen processed fish and seafood, benefited most from this consumer preference. Frozen processed poultry registered strong growth in recent years, stimulated by its fulfilment of major consumer demands for healthier, premium products. Euromonitor reports that in 1998-2003, frozen processed poultry retail value sales grew by 27% in Western Europe and 30% in Scandinavia. The sector is expected to increase its share in the future at the expense of frozen processed red meat, whose value sales growth in Western Europe over the same period was just 6%.

In contrast to problems suffered by red meat, reduced-calorie frozen ready meals performed well in Western Europe, having previously been considered niche. This has been driven by manufacturers like Heinz and Nestlé tapping into the preoccupation with health and self-image.

Euromonitor has seen a notable shift towards ‘healthy eating’ among consumers in Western Europe, with ready meal manufacturers responding by launching carefully conceived brands targeting specific consumer groups. Among the favourite brands are Heinz’s Weight Watchers, on the market since the late 1990s and 1st Choice Unislim Ready Meals, introduced in April 2003, and Findus Feeling Great! Lean Cuisine, re-launched with four new variants in 2002.

Q. According to the passage, which sector has suffered the most due to recent health care scares?

Read the passage given below carefully and the questions that follow. Some words have been highlighted for your attention.

Over the past decade, consumers have been inundated with news about food-related health crises around the world, leaving them feeling insecure about the quality and safety of the food products they purchase. Moreover, changing lifestyles and work patterns, as well as rising levels of disposable income, have resulted in more diet and health-conscious consumers, which has led to a greater demand for healthier foods in recent years.

According to the global market analyst, Euromonitor, one sector that has particularly suffered as a result of the food-related health scares is frozen processed red meat. The BSE and foot-and-mouth crises, which affected all Western European markets in recent years, accentuated consumer demand for healthier non-red meat alternatives. In many markets, frozen processed poultry and, to a lesser extent, frozen processed fish and seafood, benefited most from this consumer preference. Frozen processed poultry registered strong growth in recent years, stimulated by its fulfilment of major consumer demands for healthier, premium products. Euromonitor reports that in 1998-2003, frozen processed poultry retail value sales grew by 27% in Western Europe and 30% in Scandinavia. The sector is expected to increase its share in the future at the expense of frozen processed red meat, whose value sales growth in Western Europe over the same period was just 6%.

In contrast to problems suffered by red meat, reduced-calorie frozen ready meals performed well in Western Europe, having previously been considered niche. This has been driven by manufacturers like Heinz and Nestlé tapping into the preoccupation with health and self-image.

Euromonitor has seen a notable shift towards ‘healthy eating’ among consumers in Western Europe, with ready meal manufacturers responding by launching carefully conceived brands targeting specific consumer groups. Among the favourite brands are Heinz’s Weight Watchers, on the market since the late 1990s and 1st Choice Unislim Ready Meals, introduced in April 2003, and Findus Feeling Great! Lean Cuisine, re-launched with four new variants in 2002.

Q. What are the other alternatives that people prefer as compared to processed frozen red meat?

Read the passage given below carefully and the questions that follow. Some words have been highlighted for your attention.

Over the past decade, consumers have been inundated with news about food-related health crises around the world, leaving them feeling insecure about the quality and safety of the food products they purchase. Moreover, changing lifestyles and work patterns, as well as rising levels of disposable income, have resulted in more diet and health-conscious consumers, which has led to a greater demand for healthier foods in recent years.

According to the global market analyst, Euromonitor, one sector that has particularly suffered as a result of the food-related health scares is frozen processed red meat. The BSE and foot-and-mouth crises, which affected all Western European markets in recent years, accentuated consumer demand for healthier non-red meat alternatives. In many markets, frozen processed poultry and, to a lesser extent, frozen processed fish and seafood, benefited most from this consumer preference. Frozen processed poultry registered strong growth in recent years, stimulated by its fulfilment of major consumer demands for healthier, premium products. Euromonitor reports that in 1998-2003, frozen processed poultry retail value sales grew by 27% in Western Europe and 30% in Scandinavia. The sector is expected to increase its share in the future at the expense of frozen processed red meat, whose value sales growth in Western Europe over the same period was just 6%.

In contrast to problems suffered by red meat, reduced-calorie frozen ready meals performed well in Western Europe, having previously been considered niche. This has been driven by manufacturers like Heinz and Nestlé tapping into the preoccupation with health and self-image.

Euromonitor has seen a notable shift towards ‘healthy eating’ among consumers in Western Europe, with ready meal manufacturers responding by launching carefully conceived brands targeting specific consumer groups. Among the favourite brands are Heinz’s Weight Watchers, on the market since the late 1990s and 1st Choice Unislim Ready Meals, introduced in April 2003, and Findus Feeling Great! Lean Cuisine, re-launched with four new variants in 2002.

Q. From the following options, choose the one which most closely resembles the meaning of the given word as used in the passage.

Accentuated

Read the passage given below carefully and the questions that follow. Some words have been highlighted for your attention.

Over the past decade, consumers have been inundated with news about food-related health crises around the world, leaving them feeling insecure about the quality and safety of the food products they purchase. Moreover, changing lifestyles and work patterns, as well as rising levels of disposable income, have resulted in more diet and health-conscious consumers, which has led to a greater demand for healthier foods in recent years.

According to the global market analyst, Euromonitor, one sector that has particularly suffered as a result of the food-related health scares is frozen processed red meat. The BSE and foot-and-mouth crises, which affected all Western European markets in recent years, accentuated consumer demand for healthier non-red meat alternatives. In many markets, frozen processed poultry and, to a lesser extent, frozen processed fish and seafood, benefited most from this consumer preference. Frozen processed poultry registered strong growth in recent years, stimulated by its fulfilment of major consumer demands for healthier, premium products. Euromonitor reports that in 1998-2003, frozen processed poultry retail value sales grew by 27% in Western Europe and 30% in Scandinavia. The sector is expected to increase its share in the future at the expense of frozen processed red meat, whose value sales growth in Western Europe over the same period was just 6%.

In contrast to problems suffered by red meat, reduced-calorie frozen ready meals performed well in Western Europe, having previously been considered niche. This has been driven by manufacturers like Heinz and Nestlé tapping into the preoccupation with health and self-image.

Euromonitor has seen a notable shift towards ‘healthy eating’ among consumers in Western Europe, with ready meal manufacturers responding by launching carefully conceived brands targeting specific consumer groups. Among the favourite brands are Heinz’s Weight Watchers, on the market since the late 1990s and 1st Choice Unislim Ready Meals, introduced in April 2003, and Findus Feeling Great! Lean Cuisine, re-launched with four new variants in 2002.

Q. From the following words, choose the option which is most similar in meaning to the given word as used in the passage.

Inundate

Read the passage given below carefully and the questions that follow. Some words have been highlighted for your attention.

Over the past decade, consumers have been inundated with news about food-related health crises around the world, leaving them feeling insecure about the quality and safety of the food products they purchase. Moreover, changing lifestyles and work patterns, as well as rising levels of disposable income, have resulted in more diet and health-conscious consumers, which has led to a greater demand for healthier foods in recent years.

According to the global market analyst, Euromonitor, one sector that has particularly suffered as a result of the food-related health scares is frozen processed red meat. The BSE and foot-and-mouth crises, which affected all Western European markets in recent years, accentuated consumer demand for healthier non-red meat alternatives. In many markets, frozen processed poultry and, to a lesser extent, frozen processed fish and seafood, benefited most from this consumer preference. Frozen processed poultry registered strong growth in recent years, stimulated by its fulfilment of major consumer demands for healthier, premium products. Euromonitor reports that in 1998-2003, frozen processed poultry retail value sales grew by 27% in Western Europe and 30% in Scandinavia. The sector is expected to increase its share in the future at the expense of frozen processed red meat, whose value sales growth in Western Europe over the same period was just 6%.

In contrast to problems suffered by red meat, reduced-calorie frozen ready meals performed well in Western Europe, having previously been considered niche. This has been driven by manufacturers like Heinz and Nestlé tapping into the preoccupation with health and self-image.

Euromonitor has seen a notable shift towards ‘healthy eating’ among consumers in Western Europe, with ready meal manufacturers responding by launching carefully conceived brands targeting specific consumer groups. Among the favourite brands are Heinz’s Weight Watchers, on the market since the late 1990s and 1st Choice Unislim Ready Meals, introduced in April 2003, and Findus Feeling Great! Lean Cuisine, re-launched with four new variants in 2002.

Q. In the concluding paragraph, what is noticed as the cause behind this change in the pattern of consumption?

Choose the correct meaning of phrase/idiom from the given options.

Q. Waiting for the other shoe to drop

In the following sentence, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part, which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, choose the alternative that indicates 'No improvement.'

She was exhausted from the effort of trying to convince then to let her go.
A. Them to let her
B. Then to let them
C. Them to let her be

Choose the correct meaning of phrase/idiom from the given options.

Riding shotgun

​In the following question, an idiomatic expression or proverb is highlighted. Select the alternative that best describes its use in the sentence. 

Q. I have fired my maid today but know that I will have to hire her back since no man is an island!

In the following question, an idiomatic expression or proverb is highlighted. Select the alternative that best describes its use in the sentence. 

Q. He talks to his father in a way that a cat may look at a king

In the following sentence, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part, which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, choose the alternative that indicates 'No improvement'.

Q. That which does not kill us make us stronger.

In the following sentence, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part, which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, choose the alternative that indicates 'No improvement'.

Q. I would have accompanied you to the funeral if you would have told me earlier.  

In the following sentence, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part, which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, choose the alternative that indicates 'No improvement'.

Q. A patient's dangerous condition costs the doctors and nurses many a sleepless nights.

Identify the correct pair of synonyms or antonyms from the given table.

In the following question, choose the word OPPOSITE in meaning to the given word.

Laconic