Directions: In this section an underlined word has been used variously in three sentences S1, S2 and S3. You are required to determine in how many sentences has the word been used correctly, and mark your answer from the options (a), (b) or (c) given below. If the word has not been correctly used in any one or more of the given sentences mark your response as (d).
S1: The cuneiform pattern in the arch of the temples give them a grand appearance.
S2: Cuneiform literally means wedge-shaped, and is an ancient form of writing on clay.
S3: Cuneiform-shaped geographical features across the desert bear the mark of vigorous wind erosion.
3
The correct answer is option 3 The sentence should be: "Cuneiform literally means wedge-shaped, and is an ancient form of writing on clay (S2). The cuneiform pattern in the arch of the temples give them a grand appearance (S1). Cuneiform-shaped geographical features across the desert bear the mark of vigorous wind erosion (S3)." Explanation: - **S2** provides a definition of cuneiform. - **S1** follows up with its application to temple architecture. - **S3** explains the impact of wind erosion on geographical features shaped like cuneiform. Thus, the answer is **Option 3.**
Insuperable
S1: The moribund state of the decaying colony depressed everyone.
S2: The strength of the collective remained moribund despite attempts at scuttling unity.
S3: Driven by a common purpose, the moribund group decided it would prevail notwithstanding the adverseness of the situation.
S1: It was quotidian on account of the courtiers to take great pains to maintain the dignity of the ailing monarch.
S2: The rules of conduct of the highest judiciary are quotidian principles on which rest the very foundations of justice and democracy.
S3: His quotidian life is, contrary to what people think, rather unexciting.
S1: The Gangetic plains are blessed with historically-significant fecundity on account of its rich soil.
S2: The couple sought blessings at the temple that was believed to possess the power to transform childlessness into fecundity.
S3: The grass across the prairies made the landscape appear particularly fecund, with cattle grazing by the thousands.
S1: He displayed real chutzpah while facing the belligerent opposition all by himself.
S2: The lawyer displayed rare chutzpah in presenting tectonic evidence in court that changed the track of the case entirely.
S3: He ran with chutzpah to secure first prize at the award ceremony.
Séance, Sconce, Scone
1. Those who practise spiritualism are at times seen to participate in a séance.
2. They enjoyed eating the scone that were served to them in the exclusive club.
3. The scone reading on the graph indicated the correct value output of the experiment.
Practice
Immensely
Amoral
Emigrate
Directions: Given below is a word, followed by three sentences that consist of that word. Identify the sentence(s) that express(es) the meaning of the word.
DRIVE
A. He took us for a drive in his new car.
B. The murderer tried to drive the judge into convicting him of being unguilty.
C. We're going to launch a big recruitment drive in the autumn.
Directions : In the following questions a particular word is provided. Four sentences have been framed, one of which makes use of the word correctly. You are required to select the correct option and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
‘Continuously’
Directions : In the following questions a particular word is provided. Four sentences have been framed, one of which makes use of the word correctly. You are required to select the correct option and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
‘Amidst’