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DIRECTIONS for questions 1 to 10: Answer the questions based on the following information. To answer these questions, choose the best English answer or response of the underlined word given in each question. Tick [] mark the option that seems to be the most correct response. Question: Discussions on philosophy go ad infinitum.
- A.
  
  Till breaking point
- B.
  
  To extremity
- C.
  
  To infinity
- D.
  
  Purlieus
Correct Answer
C. To infinity

Explanation
The phrase "ad infinitum" is a Latin term that means "to infinity" or "endlessly." In this context, it means that discussions on philosophy continue without any limit or end. The other options, "Till breaking point," "To extremity," and "Purlieus," do not accurately convey the meaning of "ad infinitum" and are therefore incorrect.

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DIRECTIONS for questions 1 to 10: Answer the questions based on the following information. To answer these questions, choose the best English answer or response of the underlined word given in each question. Tick [] mark the option that seems to be the most correct response. Question: It is easy to have a number of acquaintances but not an alter ego
- A.
  
  One’s second self, other side to personality
- B.
  
  Person causing problem
- C.
  
  A helper
- D.
  
  Person who supports your enemy
Correct Answer
A. One’s second self, other side to personality

Explanation
The correct answer is "One's second self, other side to personality" because the phrase "alter ego" refers to a person's other self or a different side of their personality. It is not related to a person causing a problem, a helper, or a person who supports your enemy.

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DIRECTIONS for questions 1 to 10: Answer the questions based on the following information. To answer these questions, choose the best English answer or response of the underlined word given in each question. Tick [] mark the option that seems to be the most correct response. Question: The Governor is always followed by an aide de camp.
- A.
  
  A secret admirer
- B.
  
  Adversary
- C.
  
  Bodyguard
- D.
  
  Bushwhacker
Correct Answer
C. Bodyguard

Explanation
The correct answer is "Bodyguard" because an aide de camp is a military officer who serves as a personal assistant to a senior officer or a high-ranking official, such as a governor. They provide administrative support and often act as a liaison between the official and other staff members. Therefore, it makes sense that the governor would be followed by a bodyguard for protection and security purposes.

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DIRECTIONS for questions 1 to 10: Answer the questions based on the following information. To answer these questions, choose the best English answer or response of the underlined word given in each question. Tick [] mark the option that seems to be the most correct response. Question: This is the bona fide batch appearing for the university examinations from this Institute.
- A.
  
  In good faith
- B.
  
  Fraudulent
- C.
  
  Abstruse
- D.
  
  Idealist
Correct Answer
A. In good faith

Explanation
The phrase "bona fide" means genuine or sincere. In this context, it implies that the batch appearing for the university examinations is legitimate and not fraudulent. Therefore, the correct answer is "In good faith."

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DIRECTIONS for questions 1 to 10: Answer the questions based on the following information. To answer these questions, choose the best English answer or response of the underlined word given in each question. Tick [] mark the option that seems to be the most correct response. Question: History tells us of many governments that have been brought down by one coup d’etat or the other.
- A.
  
  Reduction of business activity
- B.
  
  Inability to pay debts
- C.
  
  A sudden change in the political set up or of government through unconstitutional methods.
- D.
  
  Shortage of something needed
Correct Answer
C. A sudden change in the political set up or of government through unconstitutional methods.

Explanation
The correct answer is "A sudden change in the political set up or of government through unconstitutional methods." This is because the phrase "coup d'état" refers to a sudden and illegal seizure of power by a group, usually within a government or military. The phrase "brought down by one coup d'état or the other" indicates that many governments have been overthrown or replaced by such unconstitutional methods.

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DIRECTIONS for questions 1 to 10: Answer the questions based on the following information. To answer these questions, choose the best English answer or response of the underlined word given in each question. Tick [] mark the option that seems to be the most correct response. Question: After a prolonged absence of the defendant the judge passed an ex parte decree.
- A.
  
  On one side, as a partisan
- B.
  
  A person who is on an opposing side in a game
- C.
  
  Contestant
- D.
  
  As plaintiff and defendant in a legal proceeding
Correct Answer
A. On one side, as a partisan

Explanation
The correct answer is "On one side, as a partisan." This means that the defendant was absent for a long time, and the judge made a decision without their presence or input. The phrase "on one side, as a partisan" suggests that the judge made the decision based on one perspective or viewpoint, without considering the defendant's side of the case.

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DIRECTIONS for questions 1 to 10: Answer the questions based on the following information. To answer these questions, choose the best English answer or response of the underlined word given in each question. Tick [] mark the option that seems to be the most correct response. Question: Long distance passengers can break their journey en route.
- A.
  
  On the rails
- B.
  
  Only one time
- C.
  
  On the way (to)
- D.
  
  In the end
Correct Answer
C. On the way (to)

Explanation
The correct answer is "On the way (to)" because it accurately reflects the meaning of the phrase "en route." "En route" means on the way or during the journey, so "On the way (to)" is the most appropriate response.

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DIRECTIONS for questions 1 to 10: Answer the questions based on the following information. To answer these questions, choose the best English answer or response of the underlined word given in each question. Tick [] mark the option that seems to be the most correct response. Question: The meeting between the President and the Prime Minister was in camera.
- A.
  
  General
- B.
  
  Public
- C.
  
  In private -literally “in a vault”
- D.
  
  With a witness
Correct Answer
C. In private -literally “in a vault”

Explanation
The phrase "in camera" is a Latin term that means "in private" or "in secret". It is often used to describe a meeting or discussion that is closed to the public or outside observers. The correct answer, "In private - literally 'in a vault'", accurately conveys the meaning of the phrase by emphasizing the secretive nature of the meeting.

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DIRECTIONS for questions 1 to 10: Answer the questions based on the following information. To answer these questions, choose the best English answer or response of the underlined word given in each question. Tick [] mark the option that seems to be the most correct response. Question: The decision was favoured in toto by all the members present.
- A.
  
  Partially
- B.
  
  In the middle
- C.
  
  Wholly or entirely
- D.
  
  Wholly or entirely
Correct Answer
C. Wholly or entirely

Explanation
The phrase "in toto" is a Latin phrase that means "wholly" or "entirely." Therefore, the correct answer is "Wholly or entirely."

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DIRECTIONS for questions 1 to 10: Answer the questions based on the following information. To answer these questions, choose the best English answer or response of the underlined word given in each question. Tick [] mark the option that seems to be the most correct response. Question: Socialism and secularism should progress pari passu.
- A.
  
  One at a time
- B.
  
  Exclusively
- C.
  
  With assistance
- D.
  
  With equal pace; together
Correct Answer
D. With equal pace; together

Explanation
The phrase "pari passu" is a Latin term that means "with equal pace; together." Therefore, the correct answer is "With equal pace; together." This means that socialism and secularism should progress at the same rate and in conjunction with each other.

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