General English and Aptitude Quiz!

The correct answer is Monkey : mammals. The relationship between the words "Aligator" and "reptiles" is that an alligator is a type of reptile. Similarly, a monkey is a type of mammal.

The correct answer is "to talk indirectly, without coming to the main point." This means that the person is avoiding addressing the main issue or topic and instead speaking in a roundabout or evasive manner. In the given sentence, the person is so intimidated by the school principal that they forget their lines and start speaking in a vague or indirect way, rather than addressing the main point.

The relationship between Charles Darwin and biologist is that Charles Darwin is a well-known figure in the field of biology. Similarly, the relationship between Archimedes and mathematics is that Archimedes is a famous figure in the field of mathematics. Therefore, the correct answer is mathematics.

The relationship between "Sum: Plus" is that "Sum" is a mathematical operation that involves adding numbers together, and "Plus" is the symbol used to represent addition. Similarly, the relationship between "Subtract: Minus" is that "Subtract" is a mathematical operation that involves subtracting numbers, and "Minus" is the symbol used to represent subtraction. The other options do not have a similar relationship.

The first pair, Pilot: Cockpit, shows a relationship between a profession and the place where they work. Similarly, the second pair, Doctor: Hospital, also shows a relationship between a profession (doctor) and the place where they work (hospital). Therefore, the relation between the second pair most closely matches the first pair.

The phrase "cost him an arm and a leg" is an idiomatic expression that means something was very expensive. Therefore, the correct answer is "was very expensive."

The phrase "the ball was in his court" means that the responsibility or decision-making power lies with someone. In this context, it suggests that the final decision rested on him, indicating that he had the authority or power to make the decision.

The word "transient" means lasting only for a short time or temporary. This is the closest in meaning to "transitory", which also means lasting for only a brief period of time. The other options do not convey the same meaning. "Frivolous" means not having any serious purpose or value, "elusive" means difficult to find or grasp, and "resilient" means able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.

Local forests are being decimated in order to procure firewood in poor countries.

The correct answer is "has been living in Asia since". This is because the sentence is talking about a continuous action that started in the past and is still happening in the present. The present perfect continuous tense "has been living" is used to indicate this ongoing action.

The correct spelling is "Surveillance". It refers to the monitoring or observation of people, places, or activities to gather information or maintain security. The other options, "Surveilance", "Survelliance", and "Servellence" are misspelled variations of the correct word.

If the money is divided in the ratio of 3:2, it means that A will receive 3 parts and B will receive 2 parts. Since A is benefiting by Rs. 75, we can assume that each part is equal to Rs. 25 (75/3). Therefore, A's share in the original ratio of 2:3 would be 2 parts x Rs. 25 = Rs. 50. B's share in the original ratio would be 3 parts x Rs. 25 = Rs. 75. The total money is the sum of A and B's shares, which is Rs. 50 + Rs. 75 = Rs. 125. Since this is only 2/5 of the total money, we can set up a proportion: 2/5 = 125/x. Solving for x, we find that the total money is Rs. 375.

The underlined part of the sentence "Sudama was true with his friend Krishna" needs to be replaced with "to" to make the sentence grammatically correct. The correct sentence would be "Sudama was true to his friend Krishna." This phrase indicates that Sudama was loyal or faithful to his friend Krishna.

The error in the sentence lies in the use of the verb "growing" after the verb "are." The correct form should be "grow" instead of "growing." Therefore, the correct sentence should be "Crops usually grow faster in the rainy season than in winter."

To find a number that is 70% less than 60, we need to calculate 70% of 60 and subtract it from 60. 70% of 60 is 42, so subtracting 42 from 60 gives us 18. Therefore, the number that is 70% less than 60 is 18.

The pattern in this sequence is that each letter is moving forward in the alphabet by one position. Starting with W, the next letter is V, then U, then T, and so on. Therefore, the missing letter should be one position before M, which is K.

The word "council" is the most effective choice to fill in the blank because it refers to a group of people who are chosen or elected to make decisions or give advice. The other options, such as "army," "board," and "crowd," do not accurately convey the idea of a group of advisers.

Let the speed of the slower train be x kmph. Since the speed of the faster train is twice that of the slower train, the speed of the faster train is 2x kmph.
To find the speed of the faster train, we need to convert the length of the trains from meters to kilometers. The length of each train is 100 m, which is equal to 0.1 km.
When two trains cross each other, the total distance covered is equal to the sum of their lengths. Therefore, the total distance covered is 0.1 km + 0.1 km = 0.2 km.
We know that distance = speed × time. In this case, the distance is 0.2 km and the time is 8 seconds.
By substituting these values into the formula, we get 0.2 km = (x kmph + 2x kmph) × 8 seconds.
Simplifying this equation, we get 0.2 km = 3x kmph × 8 seconds.
Solving for x, we find that x = 0.2 km / (3 × 8 seconds) = 0.0083 kmph.
Therefore, the speed of the faster train is 2x = 2 × 0.0083 kmph = 0.0167 kmph.
Converting this speed to kmph, we get 0.0167 kmph × 3600 seconds / 1 hour = 60 kmph.
Hence, the speed of the faster train is 60 kmph.

The correct answer is "for a three year old kid". This is the most suitable option because it accurately conveys the intended meaning of the sentence. The sentence is talking about how the buggy has been adapted specifically for a three year old kid, indicating that it is suitable for their use. The other options do not convey the same meaning and would not make sense in the context of the sentence.

Clever is the best description for Kuber because it implies that he is intelligent, resourceful, and quick-witted. This suggests that Kuber is able to think and act strategically, making him adept at solving problems and achieving his goals. The term "clever" also carries a positive connotation, indicating that Kuber's intelligence is used in a positive and advantageous way.

The rich businessman was thrilled on being invited over to dinner by Mayadas because Mayadas had promised to serve in gold dishes which the guests were allowed to take home with them. This suggests that the businessman is excited about the prospect of receiving valuable items as a gift, which aligns with his wealthy and materialistic nature.

The correct sequence is ACBD. Sentence A introduces the concept of 'art brut' and its initial lack of popularity. Sentence C follows by stating that 'outsider art' has now become a rapidly growing area of interest in contemporary art. Sentence B provides a description of 'art brut' as the art of untrained individuals with talent and insight. Finally, sentence D concludes the paragraph by highlighting that the works of outsider artists offer a stimulating contrast to mainstream art.

To find the amount of sugar that needs to be added, we can set up an equation. Let x represent the amount of sugar to be added. The initial amount of sugar in the solution is 40% of 300 gm, which is 0.4 * 300 = 120 gm. After adding x gm of sugar, the total amount of sugar in the solution is 120 + x gm. We want this to be 50% of the total solution, which is 300 + x gm. Setting up the equation 120 + x = 0.5 * (300 + x) and solving for x, we find x = 60 gm. Therefore, 60 g of sugar should be added to make it 50% in the solution.

In each round, 1/6th of the milk is replaced with water. After the first round, there will be 30 * (5/6) = 25 liters of milk left. After the second round, there will be 25 * (5/6) = 20.83 liters of milk left. After the third round, there will be 20.83 * (5/6) = 17.36 liters of milk left in the container.

The sum of the squares of three numbers in the ratio 3:4:5 can be represented as 9x^2 + 16x^2 + 25x^2, where x is the common ratio. Simplifying this equation, we get 50x^2 = 1250. Solving for x, we find that x = 5. Therefore, the three numbers are 15, 20, and 25. The sum of these numbers is 60.

Livingstone deserves the credit for exploring part of Africa and living among the tribals because he ventured into uncharted territories, discovering new regions and documenting his findings. He immersed himself in the local culture, establishing relationships with the tribal communities and gaining a deep understanding of their way of life. Livingstone's exploration and interaction with the tribals contributed significantly to the knowledge and understanding of Africa's geography, people, and resources.

A non-leap year has 365 days, which is exactly 52 weeks and 1 day. Since there are 7 days in a week, the same date in the following year will fall on the same day of the week, except for leap years. In a non-leap year, the 13th of January is on a Friday, so the 13th of February will also be on a Friday. Therefore, the months with consecutive months having the 13th day on a Friday are February and March.

If A produces 120 bolts in 40 seconds and B produces 100 bolts in 20 seconds, their combined production rate is 3 bolts per second. To produce a total of 200 bolts, it will take 200/3 = 66.67 seconds. Since the options provided are in whole numbers, the closest option to 66.67 is 25 seconds, which is the correct answer.

The word "ductile" refers to the ability to be easily shaped or molded. Among the given options, "tractable" is the closest in meaning to "ductile" as it also means easily controlled or influenced. "Unyielding" means not easily giving in or changing, "irresistible" means impossible to resist, and "alluring" means attractive or tempting.

The shorter piece of the rope can be represented as x, and the longer piece as x + 18. Since the total length of the rope is 40 feet, we can set up the equation x + (x + 18) = 40. Simplifying this equation, we get 2x + 18 = 40. Subtracting 18 from both sides, we have 2x = 22. Dividing both sides by 2, we find that x = 11. Therefore, the length of the shorter piece is 11 feet.

Let's assume the number is x. According to the given information, the sum of the number and its square is 182. This can be written as x + x^2 = 182. By rearranging the equation, we get x^2 + x - 182 = 0. This is a quadratic equation that can be factored as (x + 14)(x - 13) = 0. Therefore, the possible solutions are x = -14 or x = 13. Since the number cannot be negative in this context, the correct answer is 13.

The correct spelling is "rhythm." This word refers to a regular pattern of sounds or beats in music or poetry. It is spelled with an "h" after the "y" and does not contain the letter "e" after the "y."

If n = 1 + x, where x is the product of 4 consecutive positive integers, then n will always be odd. This is because the product of 4 consecutive positive integers will always be even, and adding 1 to an even number will result in an odd number. Therefore, statement 1 is true. However, statement 2 and statement 3 cannot be determined based on the given information.

The contractor hired 24 workers in the beginning. If the work could be completed in 40 days with the remaining workers, it means that the remaining workers were able to complete 1/40th of the work in a single day. Since there were 9 workers absent from the very first day, it can be assumed that the total number of workers initially hired was 24 + 9 = 33. Therefore, the contractor hired 33 workers in the beginning.

The correct answer is 66,600. To convert miles per second to miles per hour, we need to multiply the given speed by the number of seconds in an hour. Since there are 60 seconds in a minute and 60 minutes in an hour, we multiply 18.5 by 60 twice to get the speed in miles per hour. Therefore, the speed of Earth around the Sun is approximately 66,600 miles per hour.

The odd term in this group is "Kiwi" because it is the only option that is not a type of bird. Vultures, doves, and kingfishers are all types of birds, whereas kiwi is a flightless bird native to New Zealand.

Extempore is the correct alternative that can be substituted for "A speech delivered without any prior preparation." Extempore refers to a speech or presentation that is given without any prior planning or preparation. It is often impromptu and requires the speaker to think on their feet and deliver a coherent and spontaneous speech.

If S were twice as old as he is, he would be 40 years older than J. This means that if S's current age is x, then 2x would be 40 years more than J's age. Since J is 10 years younger than S, J's age would be x-10. Setting up the equation 2x = (x-10) + 40, we can solve for x. Simplifying the equation gives x = 30, so S is 30 years old.

In the given question, the college timing is from 12 p.m to 4.20 p.m, which is a duration of 4 hours and 20 minutes. In this duration, five lectures are held and a break of 5 minutes is given after each lecture. To find the duration of each lecture, we need to subtract the total break time from the total duration. Since there are four breaks (one after each lecture), the total break time is 4 breaks * 5 minutes = 20 minutes. Therefore, the duration of each lecture is the remaining time after subtracting the break time from the total duration, which is 4 hours and 20 minutes - 20 minutes = 4 hours. Convert this to minutes: 4 hours * 60 minutes/hour = 240 minutes. Finally, divide the total duration by the number of lectures: 240 minutes / 5 lectures = 48 minutes per lecture.

The inlet pipe can fill the tank in 12 hours, while the outlet pipe can empty the tank in 16 hours. This means that the inlet pipe fills 1/12 of the tank per hour, while the outlet pipe empties 1/16 of the tank per hour. When both pipes are opened simultaneously, the net rate of filling the tank is (1/12 - 1/16) = 1/48 of the tank per hour. Therefore, it will take 48 hours to fill the tank completely.

The cab takes 2.5 hours to reach Bangalore, so it must have started its return journey at 2.30 pm (1.30 pm + 1 hour break). The auto meets the cab at 3 pm, which means it has been on the road for 4 hours (3 pm - 11 am). Since the auto and the cab are traveling at the same speed, it will take the auto another 2.5 hours to reach Bangalore. Therefore, the auto will reach Bangalore at 4 pm.

The shopkeeper sells his goods at the cost price, which means he does not make any profit. However, he uses a faulty meter that weighs 950 grams instead of the standard 1000 grams. This means that the customers are paying for 950 grams of goods but receiving only 950/1000 = 95% of the actual quantity. Therefore, the profit percent for the shopkeeper is 100% - 95% = 5%. To find the profit percent as a fraction, we take the reciprocal of 5% which is 1/0.05 = 100/5 = 100/20 = 100/19%.

A and B started a business together with investments in the ratio of 3:2. Let's assume that A invested 3x and B invested 2x. Out of the total profit, 5% goes to charity, so the remaining profit is 95%.

We are given that A gets Rs 855 as his share. Let's assume that the total profit is y. So, A's share is (3x/y) * 95% = 855.

Simplifying this equation, we get 3x/y = 855/0.95.

We can solve this equation to find the value of x and y.

By substituting the value of x and y in the equation, we find that the total profit is Rs 1500.

The sentence is in the past tense, so the verb "is" in part D should be changed to "was" to maintain consistency.

Since 20% of the students were absent, it means that 80% of the students took the exam. Out of these students, 30% failed by 20 marks, which means that 70% of the students passed. Additionally, 10% of the students just passed. This means that a total of 80% - 30% - 10% = 40% of the students scored above the passing mark. The remaining students scored an average of 65 marks. Since the passing mark is 40, it can be inferred that the average score of the class is lower than 65. Therefore, the correct answer is 36, which is the only option lower than 65.

Let the number be x. According to the given information, (3/4)x - (2/3)x = 8. Simplifying this equation, we get (9x - 8x)/12 = 8. Solving for x, we find that x = 96. Therefore, the number is 96.

The question states that the total age of A and B is 12 years more than the total age of B and C. This implies that A is 12 years older than C. Therefore, C is younger than A by 12 years.

The first pair, "Talkative: Garrulity," shows a relationship between a characteristic and its corresponding noun form. "Talkative" describes someone who talks a lot, and "Garrulity" is the noun form of this characteristic. Similarly, in the answer pair "Gullible: Naiveté," "Gullible" describes someone who is easily fooled or deceived, and "Naiveté" is the noun form of this characteristic. Both pairs show a relationship between a characteristic and its corresponding noun form, making the answer pair the one that most closely matches the first pair.

The moral of the story is "Never go back on your promises." This means that once you make a commitment or promise to someone, it is important to keep your word and not break it. Going back on your promises can lead to a loss of trust and credibility, and it is important to honor your commitments to maintain healthy relationships and a good reputation.

The area of a rectangular room can be found by multiplying its length and width. In this case, the room can be divided into two equal square rooms using a 7 m long partition. This means that the length of each square room is 7 m. Since the area of a square is found by squaring its side length, the area of each square room is 7 m x 7 m = 49 sq. m. Since the rectangular room is made up of two equal square rooms, the total area of the rectangular room is 49 sq. m + 49 sq. m = 98 sq. m.