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3091. That a driver swerves in order to avoid an accident can be proven by examining themarks on the pavements.(The underlined word nearly means)

  • A. Stops quickly
  • B. Turns sharply
  • C. Hits something else
  • D. Goes backward

Explanation: Swerve means to deviate / change course so option B is correct

Correct answer: Turns sharply

3092. It is a general perception that doctors have a callous disregard for feeling of others;(The underlined word nearly means)

  • A. Respectable
  • B. Careful
  • C. Unfeeling
  • D. Sensitive

Explanation: Doctors are often said to be heartless / cold-hearted and this matches with option C i.e unfeeling

Correct answer: Unfeeling

3093. A thrifty buyer purchases fruits and vegetables in season.(The under lined word nearly means)

  • A. Careful
  • B. Professional
  • C. Disinterested
  • D. Healthy

Explanation: Thrifty means to save money or be frugal so it best matches with careful

Correct answer: Careful

3094. There are _ views on the issue of giving bonus to the employees.

  • A. Independent
  • B. Divergent
  • C. Modest
  • D. Adverse

Explanation: Divergent views mean that there are differing opinions or perspectives on a particular issue. When it comes to giving bonuses to employees, different people may have varying viewpoints based on factors like company policies, performance assessments, financial considerations, and individual beliefs about employee rewards and incentives. Therefore, option b is correct.

Correct answer: Divergent

3095. Read the following passage to answer the given question:In prolonged space flight, besides the obvious hazards of meteors, rocky debris, and radiation, astronauts will have the deal with muscle atrophy brought on by weightlessness; therefore, when they return to Earth, they face a protracted period of weight training to rebuild their strength. What is the most likely meaning of the word "debris" as it is used in this passage?

  • A. Fragments
  • B. Decay
  • C. Bacteria
  • D. Alien life

Explanation: In the passage, "debris" refers to small, broken pieces of rock or other materials that are floating in space and could potentially collide with a spacecraft. This usage is consistent with the common meaning of "debris" as fragments or remains of something that has been broken or destroyed.In this context, "debris" is used to describe a hazard that astronauts may encounter during space flight, alongside meteors and radiation.

Correct answer: Fragments

3096. A man of letters is:

  • A. A postman
  • B. A person who is fond of writing letters
  • C. A man well versed in literature
  • D. A man who writes letters for others

Explanation: A man of letters is a man engaged in literary pursuits, especially a professional writer, thus answer is C.

Correct answer: A man well versed in literature

3097. "Browned off " means:

  • A. grilled properly
  • B. bored
  • C. discouraged
  • D. cleaned

Explanation: The phrase 'browned off' is an informal British expression meaning to be annoyed, irritated, or dissatisfied. The correct answer is 'discouraged,' which aligns with the sense of frustration and dissatisfaction implied by the expression. 'Grilled properly' and 'cleaned' are unrelated to the emotional state described, and 'bored' only partially captures the meaning, as it lacks the intensity of irritation or dissatisfaction.

Correct answer: discouraged

3098. "Blow great trumpet / hom" refers to:

  • A. boast
  • B. violent flow of winds
  • C. celebrate enthusiastically
  • D. eruption of war

Explanation: The phrase 'blow one's own trumpet' is an idiomatic expression that means to boast or brag about one's own accomplishments. Option A, 'boast', is correct as it aligns with this definition. The other options are incorrect as they do not capture the meaning of this particular idiom. 'Violent flow of winds' and 'eruption of war' are unrelated to the context of self-promotion, and 'celebrate enthusiastically' does not imply the self-focused boasting implied by the expression.

Correct answer: boast

3099. 'The Bottom line is that we cannot ignore the cultural aspect in education'. The underlined expression means:

  • A. most important thing
  • B. the last line in a essay
  • C. conclusion
  • D. Trend

Explanation: Bottom line is a noun meaning the fundamental and most important factor. Hence, option A is correct.

Correct answer: most important thing

3100. 'Blow great trumpet / horn' refers to:

  • A. Boast
  • B. Violent flow of word
  • C. Celebrate enthusiastically
  • D. Eruption

Explanation: The phrase 'Blow great trumpet / horn' is idiomatic and means to boast. It involves talking about one's own achievements with the intention to impress others. The correct answer is 'Boast' because it aligns with this meaning. The other options do not fit the idiomatic expression: 'Violent flow of word' suggests aggressive speech rather than boasting; 'Celebrate enthusiastically' implies joy and group activity, not personal boasting; 'Eruption' signifies a sudden release, unrelated to the context of boasting.

Correct answer: Boast