Model Questions
Directions (Qs. 1 - 15): Choose the correct one-word substitution of the given phrase/ sentence.
1. What is the term for a person who is skilled in many areas?
A) Polymath B) Novice
C) Neophyte D) Beginner
2. What word describes a person who hates mankind?
A) Philanthropist
B) Misanthrope
C) Sympathizer
D) Humanitarian
3. What is a single word for a place where bees are kept?
A) Den B) Aviary
C) Apiary D) Aquarium
4. What is the term for a person who studies birds?
A) Entomologist
B) Geologist
C) Botanist
D) Ornithologist
5. What do you call a person who pretends to be what he/ she is not?
A) Impostor B) Authentic
C) Genuine D) Transparent
6. What is the term for a place where animals are kept and trained for exhibition?
A) Laboratory B) Menagerie
C) Farm D) Kennel
7. What is the term for a person who is excessively fond of fighting or quarrelling?
A) Peacekeeper B) Harmonious
C) Belligerent D) Pacifist
8. What do you call a person who is indifferent to pleasure or pain?
A) Emotional B) Sensitive
C) Passionate D) Stoic
9. What is the word for a person who believes in having power concentrated in the hands of a few?
A) Oligarch B) Democrat
C) Anarchist D) Equalitarian
10. What term describes a person who is excessively fond of acquiring wealth?
A) Generous B) Avaricious
C) Charitable D) Altruistic
11. What is the word for a person who opposes war or violence?
A) Militant B) Warmonger
C) Pacifist D) Aggressor
12. What is the term for a person who works for the welfare of others?
A) Selfish B) Greedy
C) Miserly
D) Philanthropist
13. What do you call a person who is skilled in the art of writing?
A) Wordsmith B) Illiterate
C) Novice D) Amateur
14. What is the term for a person who is excessively self-centered?
A) Modest B) Egomaniac
C) Humble D) Selfless
15. What do you call a person who doesn’t believe in the existence of God?
A) Theist B) Believer
C) Atheist D) Devotee
Key
1-A 2-B 3-C 4-D 5-A 6-B 7-C 8-D 9-A 10-B 11-C 12-D 13-A 14-B 15-C
