General English Quiz Questions and Answers

General English Quiz Questions and Answers
Q :  

Which of the following is the synonym of HASTE?

(A) Lethargic

(B) Brisk

(C) Slow

(D) Delay


Correct Answer : B

Q :  

Which of the following is the synonym of Indict? 

(A) Acquit

(B) Accuse

(C) Speculate

(D) Frustrate


Correct Answer : B

Q :  

Which of the following is the antonym of Relinquish?

(A) Abdicate

(B) Renounce

(C) Possess

(D) Deny


Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

"Relinquish" means to give up or let go of something, while "Possess" means to own or have something.



Q :  

Choose the correct antonym of the following word from the options given below:
 Calm

(A) excite

(B) pacify

(C) please

(D) pleasant


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

"Calm" and "excite" are opposites, with calm representing a state of tranquility or lack of agitation, while excite indicates an increase in energy or agitation.



Q :  

Choose the correct antonym of the following word from the options given below:
 Exodus

(A) Outflow

(B) Homecoming

(C) Return back

(D) Restoration


Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

"Exodus" refers to a mass departure or exit of people, often used to describe a large group leaving a place. The antonym, "Homecoming," signifies a return or arrival back to one's home or place of origin. Therefore, "Homecoming" is the opposite of "Exodus" as it involves people coming back home rather than leaving.



Q :  

Choose the correct antonym of the following word from the options given below:
 Shallow

(A) deep

(B) long

(C) short

(D) brief


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

"Shallow" refers to something having little depth, while "deep" represents the opposite, indicating a significant depth.



Q :  

Which one of the following is the correct meaning of -
 That which cannot be heard.

(A) Indelible

(B) Invincible

(C) Inaccessible

(D) Inaudible


Correct Answer : D

Q :  

Which one of the following is the correct meaning of -
 The study of human behaviour and societies:

(A) archaeology

(B) anthropology

(C) history

(D) public administration


Correct Answer : B

Q :  

Replace the underlined part of the sentence with one word from the options given below:
 John is a person who collects stamps.

(A) Numismat

(B) Philatelist

(C) Bibliophile

(D) Archaeologist


Correct Answer : B

Q :  

Which one of the following is the correct meaning of -
 Killing of self -

(A) murder

(B) killer

(C) self-killer

(D) suicide


Correct Answer : D

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