Question 1

One-word substitution (vocabulary): Incapable of being seen through  Choose the single best word that exactly matches the definition.

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Given data Meaning sought: not transparent; cannot be seen through. Reasoning through options Opaque — not allowing light to pass through; not transparent. Correct.Ductile — can be drawn into wire; material property.Obsolete — outdated; no longer in use.Potable — safe to drink. Final Answer Opaque

Question 2

One-word substitution (vocabulary): One who does not care for literature or art  Choose the single best word that exactly matches the definition.

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Given data Description: a person indifferent or hostile to culture, art, and literature. Reasoning through options Philistine — a person who is indifferent to or despises art and culture; precise match.Illiterate — unable to read/write; not about valuing art.Primitive/Barbarian — pejorative historical/cultural labels; not the idiomatic term for cultural indifference. Final Answer Philistine

Question 3

One-word substitution (vocabulary): A large sleeping-room with many beds  Choose the single best word that exactly matches the definition.

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Given data Definition: a large sleeping area containing numerous beds. Reasoning through options Dormitory — a large room (or building) with many beds for sleeping, e.g., in schools/hostels. Correct.Bedroom — typically for one or a few people.Hostel — an establishment offering lodging; not the room itself.Basement — lowest floor of a building; not defined by beds. Final Answer Dormitory

Question 4

One-word substitution (vocabulary): A continuing fight between parties, families, clans, etc.  Choose the single best word that exactly matches the definition.

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Given data Definition: a prolonged, often hereditary conflict between groups. Reasoning through options Feud — a long-standing and continuing conflict between families/clans/parties. Correct.Enmity — general hostility; not necessarily an ongoing series of hostilities.Quarrel — a dispute; can be brief.Skirmish — a brief fight; minor battle. Final Answer Feud

Question 5

One-word substitution (vocabulary): A building for storing threshed grain  Choose the single best word that exactly matches the definition.

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Given data Definition: structure for storing grain after threshing. Reasoning through options Granary — building/storage for grain. Correct.Hangar — shelter for aircraft.Dockyard — shipbuilding/repair area.Store — generic term; not specific to grain. Final Answer Granary

Question 6

One-word substitution (vocabulary): Policemen riding motorcycles as guards to a VIP  Choose the single best word that exactly matches the definition.

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Given data Description: motorcycle-mounted guards who flank/escort a VIP convoy. Reasoning through options Outriders — mounted (traditionally on horses; now commonly motorcycles) escorts who ride ahead/beside a vehicle. Correct.Commandos — special forces soldiers; not a term for escort riders.Servants/Attendants — general helpers; not security escorts. Final Answer Outriders

Question 7

One-word substitution (vocabulary): One who is determined to exact full vengeance for wrongs done to him  Choose the single best word that exactly matches the definition.

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Given data Definition: having a strong or unreasonable desire for revenge. Reasoning through options Vindictive — having or showing a strong desire for revenge; determined to retaliate. Correct.Virulent — extremely severe/harmful (often of disease/poison); figuratively bitter, but not specifically revenge-seeking.Usurer — one who lends money at exorbitant interest.Vindicator — one who clears from blame/justifies; opposite sense. Final Answer Vindictive

Question 8

One-word substitution (vocabulary): Murder of a king  Choose the single best word that exactly matches the definition.

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Given data Definition: the killing of a king. Reasoning through options Regicide — killing a monarch (from Latin rex, king + -cide, killing). Correct.Infanticide — killing an infant.Matricide — killing one's mother.Genocide — systematic killing of a people/nation. Final Answer Regicide

Question 9

One-word substitution (vocabulary): An expression of mild disapproval  Choose the single best word that exactly matches the definition.

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Given data Definition: a gentle or mild criticism/disapproval. Reasoning through options Reproof — an expression of blame or disapproval, often mild. Correct.Warning — cautionary advice; not necessarily disapproval.Denigration — unfairly criticizing; stronger and more hostile.Impertinence — rudeness; not an expression of disapproval. Final Answer Reproof

Question 10

One-word substitution (personality and psychology): Identify the precise term for a person who is absorbed in his own thoughts and feelings rather than in external events or social interaction.  Context: The focus is on inward orientation, self-refl…

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Given data Description: One absorbed in personal thoughts and feelings more than in the external world. We must select the most accurate psychological term. Concept / Approach An introvert is a personality type characterized by inward focus, reflective thinking, and lower energy for large-group socializing. This distinguishes the term from labels that imply isolation or mere scholarship. Elimination reasoning Introvert — inwardly oriented; correct. ✅Scholar — educated/learned person; not necessarily inwardly focused. ❌Recluse — one who lives in seclusion; stronger social withdrawal than required. ❌Intellectual — values intellect/ideas; not inherently inward-looking. ❌ Verification / Example ‘‘He prefers quiet reflection to parties; he is an introvert.’’ Common pitfalls Confusing introversion with social anxiety or reclusion; introversion is about energy source and preference, not fear. Final Answer Introvert

Question 11

One-word substitution (arts and hobbies): Choose the correct term for someone who dabbles in the fine arts for love of the activity rather than for money or professional status.  Context: The emphasis is on non-professional motivation and enjoyment,…

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Given data Definition: One who pursues fine arts for love, not for monetary gain. Need: a term signifying non-professional participation. Concept / Approach Amateur (from Latin ‘‘amator’’, lover) denotes one who engages for enjoyment rather than pay. While dilettante can also mean non-professional, it often implies superficiality; the prompt does not imply that nuance. Elimination Amateur — non-professional, motivated by interest; correct. ✅Connoisseur — expert judge/taster; not about doing for love. ❌Professional — does it for livelihood; opposite of prompt. ❌Dilettante — casual/superficial dabbler; pejorative overtone not stated. ❌ Example ‘‘She is an amateur painter who exhibits in local clubs for joy, not profit.’’ Final Answer Amateur

Question 12

One-word substitution (school discipline): Identify the correct term for a schoolboy who cuts or misses classes frequently without permission.  Context: The focus is on habitual absence from school, not defeatism or flattery.  Instruction: Choose th…

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Given data Description: A schoolboy who frequently misses classes without authorization. Distinguish from unrelated behavioral labels. Concept / Approach A truant is a student who stays away from school without leave. Other options describe unrelated traits. Elimination Truant — habitual unauthorized absentee; correct. ✅Defeatist — expects or is resigned to failure. ❌Sycophant — one who flatters for advantage. ❌Martinet — very strict disciplinarian (often a person in authority). ❌ Example ‘‘The school warned parents about their child’s truant behavior.’’ Final Answer Truant

Question 13

One-word substitution (readiness to believe): Select the adjective that means being too quick to believe things, especially without sufficient evidence.  Context: Do not confuse with words meaning believable, praiseworthy, or unbelievable.  Instruct…

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Given data Target: ‘‘Ready to believe’’ — often implying gullibility. We must avoid near-homophones with different meanings. Concept / Approach Credulous = ready to believe, especially on slight evidence. Credible = believable; creditable = praiseworthy; incredible = unbelievable. Elimination Credulous — overly ready to believe; correct. ✅Credible — capable of being believed (about statements), not a person’s gullibility. ❌Creditable — deserving praise/credit. ❌Incredible — not believable; opposite sense. ❌ Example ‘‘A credulous audience fell for the magician’s claims.’’ Final Answer Credulous

Question 14

One-word substitution (medical specialty): Identify the branch of medicine concerned with the skin, its structure, functions, and diseases.  Context: Distinguish skin medicine from hormone study, family lineage, and bone/joint surgery.  Instruction:…

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Given data Definition: Medical study of skin and skin diseases. We must choose the correct specialty name. Concept / Approach Dermatology = skin medicine. Endocrinology = hormones/glands; gynealogy (likely ‘‘genealogy’’ in common use) = family lineage; orthopaedics = bones/joints/musculoskeletal system. Elimination Dermatology — correct focus on skin. ✅Endocrinology — endocrine system; not skin. ❌Gynealogy — family history; not medicine. ❌Orthopaedics — bones/joints; not primarily skin. ❌ Example ‘‘A dermatology clinic treats eczema and psoriasis.’’ Final Answer Dermatology

Question 15

One-word substitution (deception and showmanship): Choose the correct term for a person who tries to deceive people by claiming the ability to do wonderful or extraordinary things.  Context: The emphasis is on trickery and false claims rather than s…

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Given data Description: Someone deceiving others with claims of wonderful feats. Distinguish from legitimate performers and adjacent labels. Concept / Approach A trickster is a deceiver who uses tricks. Although mountebank is a classic word for a charlatan selling quack remedies by showmanship, the broader and plainer ‘‘trickster’’ directly captures the intent to deceive with supposed wonders. Elimination Trickster — deceiver using tricks; fits broadly. ✅Imposter — assumes false identity; may overlap but not necessarily about ‘‘wonderful things’’. ❌Magician — entertainer using illusions without claiming genuine powers. ❌Mountebank — quack/showy charlatan; precise but less commonly understood; not required by prompt. ❌ Example ‘‘The trickster promised miracle cures to gullible crowds.’’ Common pitfalls Confusing an entertainer (magician) with a deceiver who claims real powers. Final Answer Trickster

Question 16

One-word substitution (stage term): Identify the correct word for a dramatic performance or courtly entertainment featuring music, dance, and elaborate costumes.  Context: Do not confuse with religious buildings, lucky symbols, or simple face coveri…

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Given data Target: a dramatic performance (historically, a courtly entertainment). Look-alike options may mislead via spelling. Concept / Approach A masque is a form of festive courtly entertainment with music/dance. ‘‘Mask’’ is a face covering; ‘‘mosque’’ is a place of worship; ‘‘mascot’’ is a symbol or figurehead. Elimination Masque — dramatic entertainment; correct. ✅Mask — object worn on face; not a performance. ❌Mosque — religious building in Islam; unrelated. ❌Mascot — emblem/figure for luck; not a performance. ❌ Example ‘‘Ben Jonson wrote several court masques for King James I.’’ Final Answer Masque

Question 17

One-word substitution (marital choice by vow): Identify the precise term for one who does not marry, especially by religious vow or obligation, abstaining from sexual relations.  Context: Distinguish this from general bachelorhood or social withdraw…

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Given data Description: One who does not marry, especially on religious grounds. Need: term tied to vow/abstinence rather than mere unmarried status. Concept / Approach Celibate refers to a person who abstains from marriage and sexual relations, often for religious reasons. A bachelor is simply an unmarried man; a virgin refers to sexual inexperience without implying a vow; a recluse lives in seclusion. Elimination Celibate — abstains by vow/choice; correct. ✅Bachelor — unmarried, not necessarily abstinent or religious. ❌Virgin — sexual status, not a vowed state. ❌Recluse — socially withdrawn; unrelated to marriage vow. ❌ Example ‘‘Monastics may take a vow to remain celibate. ’’ Final Answer Celibate

Question 18

One-word substitution (sense of touch): Select the adjective that precisely means capable of being perceived by touch or having a physical form.  Context: Do not confuse with contagiousness, chance dependency, or stubborn persistence.  Instruction: …

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Given data Phrasing: That which is perceptible by touch. We must isolate the tactile/physical property term. Concept / Approach Tangible = perceptible by touch; having physical substance. Contrast: contagious = transmissible; contingent = dependent on conditions; tenacious = persistent/firm grip (figurative). Elimination Tangible — touch-perceptible; correct. ✅Contagious — spreadable disease/traits; not about touch perception. ❌Contingent — conditional; unrelated to physicality. ❌Tenacious — persistent; not inherently tactile perception. ❌ Example ‘‘Tangible assets include equipment and buildings.’’ Final Answer Tangible

Question 19

One-word substitution (taste and food quality): Identify the adjective that means very pleasing to eat and agreeable to the taste.  Context: Differentiate from terms that mean merely appetite-stimulating, enticing, or lavish in quantity/cost.  Instr…

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Given data Target meaning: very pleasing to eat; agreeable taste. We must choose among near-neighbor culinary adjectives. Concept / Approach Palatable = pleasant or acceptable to the taste. Appetising = stimulates appetite (often by smell/appearance). Tantalising = teasingly attractive but out of reach; not about taste per se. Sumptuous = lavish/costly/abundant, not necessarily tasty. Elimination Palatable — directly ‘‘pleasant to taste’’; correct. ✅Appetising — may look/smell appealing yet not necessarily taste very pleasing. ❌Tantalising — enticing/teasing; not taste quality. ❌Sumptuous — luxurious/plentiful; not taste quality. ❌ Example ‘‘The curry was palatable and perfectly seasoned.’’ Final Answer Palatable

Question 20

One-word substitution (vocabulary): The part of government concerned with the making of rules (i.e., laws and statutes)  Definition focus: Identify the constitutionally designated branch that frames/creates laws, distinct from courts and law-enforce…

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Given data Target meaning: The branch of government responsible for making laws and rules. Options: Court, Tribunal, Bar, Legislature. Concept/Approach Distinguish law-making from law-interpretation and legal professions. Reasoning through options Legislature — the law-making body (e.g., Parliament, Congress). Correct.Court — interprets/applies law.Tribunal — quasi-judicial adjudicatory body.Bar — the legal profession/lawyers collectively. Final Answer Legislature

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