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- 1.
Aimed at curbing British attempts to seize territory in Nepal, the Sugauli Treaty was a warning to _______ foreign powers.
- A.
Pertinacious
- B.
Cautionary
- C.
Credulous
- D.
Predatory
- E.
Rapacious
- F.
Remote
Correct Answer(s)
D. Predatory
E. RapaciousExplanation
The Sugauli Treaty was aimed at curbing British attempts to seize territory in Nepal, indicating that it was a warning to foreign powers that were predatory and rapacious. These terms suggest that the treaty was meant to caution against aggressive and exploitative behavior by other countries.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Few other plants can grow beneath the canopy of the banyan tree, whose leaves and pods produce a natural herbicide that leaches into the surrounding soil, in Pokhara city, ___________ other plants that might compete for water and nutrients.
- A.
Inhibiting
- B.
Distinguishing
- C.
Nourishing
- D.
Suppressing
- E.
Separating
- F.
Fertilizing
Correct Answer(s)
A. Inhibiting
D. SuppressingExplanation
The correct answer for this question is "inhibiting" and "suppressing". The sentence states that the leaves and pods of the banyan tree produce a natural herbicide that leaches into the surrounding soil. This herbicide prevents the growth of other plants by inhibiting their growth and suppressing their ability to compete for water and nutrients. Therefore, both "inhibiting" and "suppressing" accurately describe the effect of the banyan tree on other plants in the area.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The reasoning in the editorial provided by Pulchowk student is so _________ that we cannot see how anyone can be deceived by it.
- A.
Unsound
- B.
Coherent
- C.
Astute
- D.
Dispassionate
- E.
Scrupulous
- F.
Specious
Correct Answer(s)
A. Unsound
F. SpeciousExplanation
The correct answer is "unsound, specious". The word "unsound" indicates that the reasoning provided by the Pulchowk student is flawed or invalid. This suggests that their argument lacks logical coherence or validity. The word "specious" further emphasizes this point, as it means that the reasoning may appear to be plausible or true at first glance, but it is actually deceptive or misleading. Overall, these words imply that the editorial's reasoning is flawed and deceptive, making it difficult to understand how anyone could be deceived by it.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Because Deepika stubbornly continued to believe in the power of Protein complex to cure cholera despite much evidence to the contrary, her colleagues felt she had lost her scientific __________.
- A.
Tenacity
- B.
Inventiveness
- C.
Contrariness
- D.
Impartiality
- E.
Hypothesis
- F.
Objectivity
Correct Answer(s)
D. Impartiality
F. ObjectivityExplanation
Deepika's colleagues felt she had lost her scientific impartiality and objectivity because she continued to believe in the power of Protein complex to cure cholera despite much evidence to the contrary. This suggests that she was not considering or evaluating the evidence objectively and was instead biased towards her own belief. Her lack of impartiality and objectivity in this matter made her colleagues question her scientific judgment.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Modern architecture in Kathmandu Durbar Square has discarded ________ trimming on buildings and has concentrated on an almost ancient simplicity of line.
- A.
Flamboyant
- B.
Ornate
- C.
Austere
- D.
Inconspicuous
- E.
Aesthetic
- F.
Derivative
Correct Answer(s)
A. Flamboyant
B. OrnateExplanation
The correct answer is "flamboyant, ornate." The question is asking about the style of modern architecture in Kathmandu Durbar Square. The word "discarded" suggests that the modern architecture has moved away from something. The words "flamboyant" and "ornate" both imply a style that is elaborate, decorative, and extravagant. Therefore, the correct answer is that the modern architecture in Kathmandu Durbar Square has moved away from flamboyant and ornate trimming on buildings and has instead focused on a simpler and more ancient aesthetic.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Although ancient society as a whole did not encourage learning for its own sake in women, it illogically _________ women's sad lack of education.
- A.
Decried
- B.
Postulated
- C.
Criticized
- D.
Tolerated
- E.
Vaunted
- F.
Legitimized
Correct Answer(s)
A. Decried
C. CriticizedExplanation
Ancient society did not support or encourage women's education, but it illogically criticized or decried their lack of education. This suggests that society recognized the absence of education in women as a negative aspect, despite not actively promoting or supporting their learning.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Unlike the gregarious Suman, who was never happier than when he was in the center of a crowd of celebrities, Rashmi , in later years grew somewhat __________ and shunned company.
- A.
Dispassionate
- B.
Infamous
- C.
Reclusive
- D.
Ambivalent
- E.
Withdrawn
- F.
Dubious
Correct Answer(s)
C. Reclusive
E. WithdrawnExplanation
In the given sentence, it is mentioned that Rashmi grew somewhat and shunned company in later years. This indicates that she became less social and preferred to be alone. The words "reclusive" and "withdrawn" both mean avoiding social interaction and preferring solitude, which align with the given context. Therefore, either of these words can be used to describe Rashmi's behavior accurately.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Studded starfish are well protected from most predators and parasites by ________ surface whose studs are actually modified spines.
- A.
A vulnerable
- B.
An armored
- C.
An obtuse
- D.
A brittle
- E.
A concave
- F.
A rugged
Correct Answer(s)
B. An armored
F. A ruggedExplanation
Studded starfish have an armored surface with modified spines, which provides them with strong protection against predators and parasites. This surface is rugged, further enhancing their defense mechanism.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Ram Bista provides a dark underside to "Palpsa Cafe" theme that saw rugged individualism as the essence of Nepalese society-an individualism that Bista sees as ________ atomism.
- A.
Antithetical toward
- B.
Skeptical of
- C.
Degenerating into
- D.
Aspiring to
- E.
Regressing to
- F.
Revitalised by
Correct Answer(s)
C. Degenerating into
E. Regressing toExplanation
Ram Bista provides a dark underside to the "Palpsa Cafe" theme that saw rugged individualism as the essence of Nepalese society - an individualism that Bista sees as degenerating into atomism. Bista suggests that the emphasis on individualism in Nepalese society has led to a breakdown of social bonds and a focus on self-interest, which he views as a negative development. He believes that the original concept of rugged individualism has regressed and deteriorated into a more isolated and fragmented form of atomism.Rate this question:
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