Choose the appropriate meaning of the idiom: “A hornet’s nest”
- (A) A dangerous situation
- (B) A house built after great difficulty
- (C) A difficulty task
- (D) A pleasant situation
- (A) A dangerous situation
Correct option is (A) A dangerous situation. A “hornet’s nest” means a situation that is fraught with difficulties, dangers, or intense controversy. It originates from the literal image of disturbing a nest of hornets, which would result in a swarm of aggressive insects, metaphorically representing the troubles and conflicts that can arise from certain actions or discussions.
Famous “Bondi Beach” is located in:
- (A) Norway
- (B) Australia
- (C) Canada
- (D) Spain
- (B) Australia
Correct option is (B) Australia. Bondi Beach is in Sydney, South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most famous and iconic beaches of Australia, known for its golden sands.
Huang Ho river of China is famously known as:
- (A) Pink river
- (B) Red river
- (C) Yellow river
- (D) Blue river
- (C) Yellow river
Correct option is (C) Yellow River. Huang Ho river, situated in China, is known as “yellow river”. The name “Yellow River” comes from the yellowish silt that it carries, which gives the river its distinctive color.
Identify the correct word from the given options: “A cluster of houses in a village.”
- (A) Sector
- (B) Hamlet
- (C) Colony
- (D) Dwelling
- (B) Hamlet
Correct option is (B) Hamlet. A cluster of houses in a village, or small rural settlement , typically smaller than villages is known as “hamlet”.
Sectors: Specific divisions within a city or town
Colonies: established residential communities
Dwellings: Individual houses or places of residence
“Babylon” is the famous city of:
- (A) Iraq
- (B) Turkey
- (C) Iran
- (D) Tunisia
- (A) Iraq
Correct option is (A) Iraq. Babylon is a famous ancient city located in present-day Iraq. It is known for its historical significance and architectural wonders such as the “Hanging Gardens”.
Choose the appropriate meaning of the idiom: “Keep a straight face”
- (A) Remain silent
- (B) Remain mute
- (C) Remains serious
- (D) Remains disturbed
- (C) Remains serious
Correct option is (C) Remains serious. “Keeping a straight face” means marinating a serious or neutral expression, especially when something humorous or unexpected occurs, to avoid showing any reaction.
Why noble gases are generally non-reactive?
- (A) Because they are classified as zero group element
- (B) Because they are in gaseous state
- (C) Due to their stable electronic configuration
- (D) Because they are p-block elements
- (C) Due to their stable electronic configuration
Correct option is (C) Due to their stable electronic configuration. Noble gases are generally non-reactive because their outer electron shells are full, making them stable and unlikely to form chemical bonds with other elements. This stability arises from having a complete valence shell, fulfilling the octet rule.
The difference between a discount of 35% and two successive discounts of 20% on a certain bill was 22. Find the amount of the bill?
- (A) 200
- (B) 1100
- (C) 2200
- (D) 1000
- (C) 2200
When did the Indian Government repeal the Article 370 in the State of Jammu and Kashmir?
- (A) 15th August, 2019
- (B) 5th August, 2019
- (C) 5th August, 2020
- (D) 15th August, 2020
- (B) 5th August, 2019
Correct option is (B) 5th August, 2019. Article 370 was a provision in the Indian Constitution, that granted special autonomous rights to the state of Jammu and Kashmir, allowing it to have its own constitution, flag, and autonomy over internal affairs, except for defense, foreign affairs, finance, and communications. However, it was abrogated by the Government of India in August 5th, 2019, leading to significant political changes in the region.
Who is the co-founder of Apple Computers?
- (A) Bill Gates
- (B) Charles Flint
- (C) Paul Allen
- (D) Steve Jobs
- (D) Steve Jobs
Correct option is (D) Steve Jobs. Actually, Steve Wozniak is the co-founder of Apple inc., along with Steve Jobs and Ronald Wayne.