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  • - Format: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
  • - Duration: 30 minutes
  • - Number of Questions: 10

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Test Level 3: Word Usage - Question 1

Directions: In the following question, the word at the top is used in different ways. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is incorrect or inappropriate.

PROBITY

Detailed Solution: Question 1

'Probity' means 'the quality of having strong moral principles; honesty and decency' and is inappropriate for 'expenses'. So, its usage is incorrect in '4'. 'Probity' in '4' needs to be replaced with 'extravagance' to make the sentence correct.

Test Level 3: Word Usage - Question 2

Directions: In the following question, the word at the top is used in different ways. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is incorrect or inappropriate.

ALACRITY

Detailed Solution: Question 2

Alacrity means 'brisk and cheerful readiness' or 'speed and interest' and cannot be used to describe a book or contents of a book. So, its usage is incorrect in 'a'.

Test Level 3: Word Usage - Question 3

Directions: The question consists of a CAPITALISED word followed by possible illustrations of its meaning. Choose the one which is the most suitable illustration.

GAINSAY

Detailed Solution: Question 3

'Gainsay' means 'question the truth or validity of', which implies (c) is the correct illustration of the word.

Test Level 3: Word Usage - Question 4

Directions: The question consists of a CAPITALISED word followed by possible illustrations of its meaning. Choose the one which is the most suitable illustration.

SPORADIC

Detailed Solution: Question 4

'Sporadic' means 'occurring at irregular intervals or only in a few places', which means (a) is the correct illustration of the word as a gunfire in a peaceful country would obviously be irregular. The rest of the options can or cannot be sporadic as per the specific conditions.

Test Level 3: Word Usage - Question 5

Directions: In the following question, the word at the top is used in different ways. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is incorrect or inappropriate.

FECKLESS

Detailed Solution: Question 5

'Feckless' means 'lacking initiative or strength of character; irresponsible' and it cannot be used to describe feelings. So, its usage is incorrect in 'c'.

Test Level 3: Word Usage - Question 6

Directions: In the following question, the word at the top is used in different ways. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is incorrect or inappropriate.

PENURIOUS

Detailed Solution: Question 6

'Penurious' means extremely poor or unwilling to spend money, or suffering from a cramping and oppressive lack of resources. The usage is inappropriate in the context of 'journey'. So, its usage is incorrect in (a).

Test Level 3: Word Usage - Question 7

Directions: The question consists of a CAPITALISED word followed by possible illustrations of its meaning. Choose the one which is the most suitable illustration.

KOWTOW

Detailed Solution: Question 7

'Kowtow' means 'acting in an excessively subservient manner', which means (d) can be described as the correct illustration of the word. (b) is close but the given word means 'having an excessive desire to please others' while (b) mentions hushing up to avoid conflict.

Test Level 3: Word Usage - Question 8

Directions: The question consists of a CAPITALISED word followed by possible illustrations of its meaning. Choose the one which is the most suitable illustration.

CUPIDITY

Detailed Solution: Question 8

'Cupidity' refers to greed for money and possessions, which means (c) is the correct illustration of the word. So, the correct answer is (c).

Test Level 3: Word Usage - Question 9

Directions: The word below is provided with a context. From the given alternatives, pick the word or phrase that is closest in meaning to the given word in context.

Macadamized: The pathway has now been macadamized.

Detailed Solution: Question 9

Macadamize is to make a road.

Test Level 3: Word Usage - Question 10

Directions: The word below is provided with a context. From the given alternatives, pick the word or phrase that is closest in meaning to the given word in context.

Anthology: The anthology was published posthumously.

Detailed Solution: Question 10

Anthology is a collection. So, compilation should be a good fit.

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