English Practice Question and Answer
8 Q: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Primitive
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645cce101efb290ac2459ed7Primitive
- 1Technicalfalse
- 2Racialfalse
- 3Sophisticatedtrue
- 4Agriculturalfalse
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Answer : 3. "Sophisticated"
Explanation :
"Primitive" refers to something that is simple, basic, or undeveloped. On the other hand, "Sophisticated" implies complexity, refinement, and advanced development. Therefore, option (C) Sophisticated is the opposite or antonym of "Primitive."
Q: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word.
They bestow upon him whatever he wishes
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645ccfbb0827e80a9f7fe23cThey bestow upon him whatever he wishes
- 1intensifyfalse
- 2giftfalse
- 3denytrue
- 4classifyfalse
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Answer : 3. "deny"
Explanation :
In the context of the sentence, "bestow" means to give or confer. The opposite or antonym of giving is denying, so option (C) deny is the most appropriate antonym.
Q: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the highlighted word.
His liberal policies were responsible for progress in the community.
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646217fbc899b466f44862c9His liberal policies were responsible for progress in the community.
- 1ineffectualfalse
- 2conservativetrue
- 3centralfalse
- 4hystericalfalse
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Answer : 2. " conservative"
Explanation :
In the context of the sentence, "liberal" is used to describe policies that are open to change and progress. The opposite or antonym of "liberal" in this context is "conservative," which implies a preference for maintaining existing traditions and resisting change. Therefore, option (B) conservative is the most appropriate antonym.
Q: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word ‘fertile’ in the given sentence.
The teacher asked, “Wheat is grown in which kind of land – rich, wet, barren and fecund?”
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646c6898c899b466f4647237The teacher asked, “Wheat is grown in which kind of land – rich, wet, barren and fecund?”
- 1Fecundfalse
- 2Richfalse
- 3Barrentrue
- 4Wetfalse
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Answer : 3. "Barren"
Explanation :
In the context of the sentence, the teacher is asking about the kind of land suitable for growing wheat. "Fertile" means capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops, while "barren" means not suitable for cultivation or lacking in vegetation. Therefore, option (C) Barren is the opposite or antonym of "fertile" in this context.
Q: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Casual
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646c6b9883ab324a7064a215Casual
- 1Spiritualfalse
- 2Personalfalse
- 3Formaltrue
- 4Traditionalfalse
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Answer : 3. "Formal"
Explanation :
"Casual" refers to something relaxed, informal, or not strict. The antonym "Formal" denotes something that is official, structured, or follows established conventions. Therefore, option (C) Formal is the opposite or antonym of "Casual."
Q: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Conceit
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646c6d0c0e79a6cedf084236Conceit
- 1Concealmentfalse
- 2Revealfalse
- 3Modestytrue
- 4Hiddenfalse
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Answer : 3. "Modesty"
Explanation :
"Conceit" refers to an excessive sense of self-importance or pride, often accompanied by an overestimation of one's abilities. The antonym, "Modesty," represents a quality of being humble, unassuming, and free from excessive pride or self-assertion. Therefore, option (C) Modesty is the opposite or antonym of "Conceit."
Q: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
God has clearly blessed human beings for his glory.
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6478831b51a147e5c4ada31aGod has clearly blessed human beings for his glory.
- 1Appointedfalse
- 2Producedfalse
- 3Appliedfalse
- 4Cursedtrue
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Answer : 4. "Cursed"
Explanation :
The most appropriate antonym for the underlined word "blessed" in the given sentence is "cursed." "Blessed" implies being favored, protected, or endowed with divine grace, while "cursed" suggests being subjected to divine displeasure or misfortune. The other options— "appointed" (designated for a specific role), "produced" (created), and "applied" (put into action)— do not convey the opposite meaning of "blessed" in this context.
Q: Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word ‘SINKS’ from the given sentence.
Groups work together to create Christmas parade themes, which are then carried out in floats, musical groups, and strolling figures.
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6479dc22bf323e479a80143bGroups work together to create Christmas parade themes, which are then carried out in floats, musical groups, and strolling figures.
- 1Floatstrue
- 2Createfalse
- 3Paradefalse
- 4Strollingfalse
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Answer : 1. "Floats "
Explanation :
The most appropriate antonym for "sinks" in the given sentence is "floats." In the context of the sentence, "sinks" likely refers to the opposite action of floating. The other options— "create" (make), "parade" (a public procession), and "strolling" (walking leisurely)— are not antonyms of "sinks" in this context.