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Q1:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

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Word Usage

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Fill the blanks in the sentences in List-I with their appropriate adverbs in the List-II.

List-I	List-II
(Sentences)	(Words)
(A) Arif spoke so_________ that the audience was mesmerized.	(I) vaguely
(B) Akash ___________ agreed to apologize after much persuasion.	(II) briskly
(C) My parents ________ remembered meeting Shyam years ago.	(III) eloquently
(D) The officer walked ________ towards the crime scene lest the clues get compromised.	(IV) reluctantly

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q2:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

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Word Usage

Medium

Fill the blanks in the List-II with the suitable words given in List-II:

List-I	List-II
(Sentences)	(Words)
(A) Asha was caught trying to ________ evidence to support her false claim.	(I) obliterated
(B) The professor _________ every detail of the research paper before approval.	(II) fabricate
(C) The storm was so powerful that it _________ entire villages.	(III) repeal
(D) The government decided to ________ the outdated law after much debate.	(IV) scrutinised

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q3:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

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Easy

Fill in the blanks in the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate words given in List-II:

List-I	List-II
(Sentences)	(Words)
(A) We took a _____ across the river to reach the island.	(I) furry
(B) Cinderella's ___________ godmother helped her transform into a beautiful princess.	(II) fury
(C) The moss was soft and________ to touch.	(III) ferry
(D) The raft could not withstand the _______ of the storm.	(IV) fairy

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (I)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q4:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

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Easy

Choose the best option that explains the given statement in one word:

The study of human race especially of its origins, development, customs and beliefs.

Anthropology

Anthromorphic

Anthology

Anthropoid

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q5:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

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Word Usage

Medium

Choose the correct option to fill in the blank:

The teacher will _____ the student's performance before giving the final grades.

approx

Appraise

Apprise

Praise

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q6:

2025: 2 June Shift 2

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Medium

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank:

Ashu completed the project ___, ensuring that every detail was perfect.

lethargically

abruptly

recklessly

meticulously

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q7:

2025: 2 June Shift 1

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Word Usage

Easy

Choose the correct option to fill in the blank in the given sentence:**

The movie was so _______ that the audience gave it a standing ovation.

morose

ordinary

tiring

fascinating

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q8:

2025: 2 June Shift 1

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Word Usage

Medium

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate adjectives given in List-II:**

List-I (Sentences)	List-II (Adjectives)
(A) The _______ colours of the painting caught my attention.	(I) delectable
(B) The _______ lake was a perfect spot for a relaxing picnic.	(II) intricate
(C) The _______ design on the ancient monument was fascinating.	(III) serene
(D) The _______ smell of freshly baked cookies filled the entire house.	(IV) vibrant

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

(A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (I), (C) - (III), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q9:

2025: 2 June Shift 1

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Word Usage

Medium

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate words given in List-II:**

List-I (Sentences)	List-II (Homonyms)
(A) For many people in remote areas, _____ water is still a pipe dream.	(I) portable
(B) These days, most of the gadgets are so designed that they are sleek and _____.	(II) potable
(C) After the monsoon, the damp patches on the _____ bore marks of the heavy downpour.	(III) ceiling
(D) The _____ wax did wonders to save the packets from spilling open.	(IV) sealing

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)

(A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q10:

2025: 2 June Shift 1

Vocabulary

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Word Usage

Medium

Choose the correct word to fill in the blank in the given sentence:**

In _______, I think I should have been more patient with my learning process.

memory

recollection

retrospect

reminiscence

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q11:

2025: 2 June Shift 1

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Word Usage

Medium

Choose the correct option to fill in the blank in the given sentence:**

The newly opened cafe became a popular _____ for artists and writers to gather and share ideas.

playground

hotspot

showcase

meeting

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q12:

2025: 2 June Shift 1

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Word Usage

Easy

Choose the correct option to fill in the blank in the given sentence:**

The professor gave a _______ explanation, making even the most complex concepts easy to understand.

coherent

perplexing

vague

superficial

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q13:

2025: 2 June Shift 1

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Word Usage

Easy

Choose the correct option to fill in the blank in the given sentence:**

The students listened _____ to the teacher's instructions, ensuring that they understood every detail.

carelessly

lazily

attentively

abruptly

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q14:

2025: 2 June Shift 1

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Word Usage

Medium

Choose the correct option to fill in the blank in the given sentence:**

Men who are always _____ about their poverty, never achieve success forget happiness.

rejoicing

fighting

grumbling

ignoring

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q15:

2025: 2 June Shift 1

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Word Usage

Medium

Match the words given in List-I with the meanings given in List-II:**

List-I (Words)	List-II (Meanings)
(A) Convivial	(I) Emitting or reflecting light; bright and shining.
(B) Indefatigable	(II) Cheerful and friendly, fond of the company of other.
(C) Luminous	(III) Present, appearing, or found everywhere.
(D) Ubiquitous	(IV) Capable of continuing tirelessly and without effort.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (I), (C) - (III), (D) - (II)

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q16:

2025: 2 June Shift 1

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Word Usage

Medium

Choose the correct option to fill in the blank in the given sentence:**

The committee was _______ about the decision and delayed announcing it.

decisive

reticent

firm

enthusiastic

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q17:

2025: 2 June Shift 1

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Word Usage

Medium

Match the figures of Speech given in List-I with their meanings given in List-II:**

List-I (Figures of Speech)	List-II (Meanings)
(A) Irony	(I) An expression that is gentler or less direct than the one normally used to refer to something unpleasant.
(B) Pun	(II) A seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement that may in fact be true.
(C) Paradox	(III) The expression of meaning through the use of language signifying the opposite, in order to be amusing or give emphasis.
(D) Euphemism	(IV) The humorous use of a word that has two meanings; play on words.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

(A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q18:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

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Word Usage

Easy

Fill in the blank with the correct verb from the options given below:

Some animals have a remarkable ability to _______ to changing environments.

invert

accept

adapt

avert

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q19:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

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Word Usage

Easy

Match the words given in List-I with their meanings given in List-II:

List-I	List-II
(Words)	(Meanings)
(A) Aid	(I) A person who assists someone
(B) Aide	(II) To aid the commission of an offence
(C) Aerial	(III) Help or assistance
(D) Abet	(IV) Existing or suspended in the air

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q20:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

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Word Usage

Easy

Fill in the blank with the correct word from the options given below:

The CEO remained _____ in his attitude, refusing to change his stance despite pressure.

reticent

stubborn

hesitant

indecisive

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q21:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

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Word Usage

Medium

Fill in the blank with the correct word from the options given below:

Anshika spoke so _____ that the audience was completely captivated.

eloquently

reluctantly

condescendingly

hastily

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q22:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

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Easy

Match the words in List-I with their meanings in List-II:

List-I	List-II
(Words)	(Meanings)
(A) Art related to ornate, good handwriting	(I) Graphology
(B) Study of the collection of coins, tokens, paper money etc.	(II) Calligraphy
(C) Study of celestial bodies	(III) Numismatics
(D) Study of handwriting	(IV) Astronomy

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

(A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q23:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

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Word Usage

Medium

Fill in the blank with the correct word from the options given below:

No one questioned the _____ of his statement as he was known to be a man of intrigrity

voracity

villainy

virtuosity

veracity

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q24:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

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Word Usage

Medium

Fill in the blank with the correct word from the options given below:

From the group leader's tone, I could _____ that he was unhappy with the management's decision.

defer

refer

manifest

infer

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q25:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

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Word Usage

Medium

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate words given in List-II:

List-I	List-II
(Sentences)	(Words)
(A) The Ashoka team had to ________the project due to lack of funds.	(I) devoured
(B) Regular exercise can _________your overall health.	(II) repress
(C) After the long trek, we _______ our meal within minutes.	(III) enhance
(D) The government tried to ______ the protests of the people against its new tax policies.	(IV) abandon

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (III), (D) - (I)

(A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q26:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

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Medium

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate words given in List-II:

List-I	List-II
(Sentences)	(Words)
(A) Asha's _________behaviour made her unpopular in her class.	(I) benevolent
(B) Being _________Archana donated generously to charities.	(II) diligent
(C) Arti gave a _______response about her feelings in an interview to the weekly publication.	(III) arrogant
(D) ] Ashish is a _______student who studies every day.	(IV) candid

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q27:

2025: 31 May Shift 1

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Word Usage

Easy

Fill in the blanks in the sentences given in List-I with the words from List-II:

List-I	List-II
(Sentences)	(Words)
(A) The fire spread ____________ in the forest.	(I) wisely
(B) Ankush agreed _____________ to help with the project.	(II) rapidly
(C) Our parents saved money_________ for future emergencies.	(III) eagerly
(D) The children waited___________for their favourite show to start.	(IV) reluctantly

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (I)

(A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q28:

2025: 30 May Shift 1

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Word Usage

Easy

Choose the correct option to complete the sentence: A person who believes in social welfare through charity is known as ________

physiotherapist

psychologist

philanthropist

psychatrist

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q29:

2025: 30 May Shift 1

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Medium

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate Homonyms given in List-II:

List-I	List-II
(Sentences)	(Homonyms)
(A)As the letter was addressed ____ , the secretary did not open it.	(I) personnel
(B) I was asked to fetch a ____ of water during my first year as an intern.	(II) personal
(C) The working _____ for that company seemed to be satisfied.	(III) pale
(D) His face turned _____ when he was caught stealing red-handed.	(IV) pail

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation

Q30:

2025: 30 May Shift 1

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Word Usage

Easy

Choose the correct option to complete the sentence:

Consideration of others' needs and happiness as the basis for any action is called ________

altruism

scepticism

nepotism

cynicism

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation

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