NCET ENGLISH QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS SET 2
NCET Verbal Ability Practice Set
Part A: Rearranging the Parts (Sentence Reordering)
In these questions, a sentence is split into four parts (P, Q, R, S). Choose the sequence that creates a grammatically correct and meaningful sentence.
P: the performance of / Q: the audience / R: the young pianist / S: mesmerized
A) RPQS
B) PRSQ
C) PRSQ (The performance of the young pianist mesmerized the audience.)
D) QSRP
P: for his / Q: he is / R: known / S: honesty
A) PQRS
B) QRPS (He is known for his honesty.)
C) RQPS
D) SQRP
P: to the / Q: they / R: cinema / S: went
A) SQRP
B) QSPR (They went to the cinema.)
C) RPSQ
D) PRQS
P: of the / Q: the beauty / R: landscape / S: stunned us
A) QPRS (The beauty of the landscape stunned us.)
B) RPSQ
C) SQPR
D) PQRS
P: had / Q: finished / R: she / S: her lunch
A) PSRQ
B) QSRP
C) RPQS (She had finished her lunch.)
D) SPRQ
P: in the / Q: birds / R: are singing / S: trees
A) PRSQ
B) QRPS (Birds are singing in the trees.)
C) SQRP
D) RPQS
P: very / Q: the / R: was / S: movie / T: interesting
A) QSPR T
B) QSRPT (The movie was very interesting.)
C) RSQPT
D) TSRPQ
P: our / Q: should / R: we / S: elders / T: respect
A) PRSQT
B) RQTPS (We should respect our elders.)
C) SQPRT
D) TQSPR
P: hard / Q: results / R: working / S: brings / T: good
A) RPSQT (Working hard brings good results.)
B) PQSRT
C) SQPRT
D) TSPRQ
P: reading / Q: likes / R: books / S: he
A) RPQS
B) PQSR
C) SQPR (He likes reading books.)
D) QSRP
Part B: Match the Following
Match the words in Column A with their most appropriate meanings or associations in Column B.
Match: 1. Optimist, 2. Pessimist, 3. Philanthropist
A) 1-Hates people, 2-Likes people, 3-Neutral
B) 1-Looks at bright side, 2-Looks at dark side, 3-Helps others
C) 1-Rich, 2-Poor, 3-Middle class
D) 1-Teacher, 2-Student, 3-Principal
Match: 1. Aquatic, 2. Terrestrial, 3. Aerial
A) 1-Water, 2-Land, 3-Air
B) 1-Air, 2-Water, 3-Land
C) 1-Land, 2-Air, 3-Water
D) 1-Fire, 2-Earth, 3-Wind
Match: 1. Fragile, 2. Durable, 3. Portable
A) 1-Heavy, 2-Light, 3-Broken
B) 1-Easily broken, 2-Long-lasting, 3-Easy to carry
C) 1-Expensive, 2-Cheap, 3-Free
D) 1-Old, 2-New, 3-Antique
Match: 1. Biography, 2. Autobiography, 3. Fiction
A) 1-Self-written, 2-Written by others, 3-True story
B) 1-Life story by another, 2-Life story by self, 3-Imaginary story
C) 1-Poetry, 2-Prose, 3-Drama
D) 1-Science, 2-Math, 3-History
Match: 1. Cautious, 2. Reckless, 3. Brave
A) 1-Careful, 2-Careless, 3-Courageous
B) 1-Afraid, 2-Strong, 3-Weak
C) 1-Slow, 2-Fast, 3-Steady
D) 1-Happy, 2-Sad, 3-Angry
Match: 1. Transparent, 2. Opaque, 3. Translucent
A) 1-Dark, 2-Light, 3-Shadowy
B) 1-See through, 2-No light through, 3-Partial light through
C) 1-Glass, 2-Wood, 3-Steel
D) 1-Clear, 2-Blurry, 3-Invisible
Match: 1. Amateur, 2. Professional, 3. Veteran
A) 1-Beginner, 2-Expert/Paid, 3-Experienced
B) 1-Young, 2-Middle-aged, 3-Old
C) 1-Student, 2-Teacher, 3-Retired
D) 1-Lazy, 2-Active, 3-Tired
Match: 1. Solo, 2. Duet, 3. Chorus
A) 1-Two, 2-One, 3-Many
B) 1-One, 2-Two, 3-Group
C) 1-Sing, 2-Dance, 3-Act
D) 1-Quiet, 2-Loud, 3-Musical
Match: 1. Annual, 2. Biennial, 3. Perennial
A) 1-Once a year, 2-Every two years, 3-Living for many years
B) 1-Daily, 2-Weekly, 3-Monthly
C) 1-Summer, 2-Winter, 3-Spring
D) 1-First, 2-Second, 3-Last
Match: 1. Eatable, 2. Portable, 3. Edible
A) 1-Drinkable, 2-Carriable, 3-Washable
B) 1-Can be eaten, 2-Can be carried, 3-Safe to eat
C) 1-Tasty, 2-Useful, 3-Poisonous
D) 1-Sweet, 2-Heavy, 3-Bitter
Part C: Choosing the Correct Word (Fill in the Blanks)
Select the most grammatically and contextually appropriate word.
The principal _____ to the students yesterday.
A) speak
B) speaks
C) spoke
D) spoken
Neither of the two candidates _____ fit for the job.
A) is
B) are
C) were
D) have
The weather was _____ cold that we stayed indoors.
A) too
B) so
C) very
D) much
She is the _____ girl in the class.
A) intelligent
B) more intelligent
C) most intelligent
D) as intelligent
I have been living here _____ 2010.
A) for
B) since
C) from
D) in
The book is lying _____ the table.
A) on
B) in
C) at
D) over
Do you know _____ stole my pen?
A) which
B) whom
C) who
D) whose
He is _____ honest man.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) no article
The cat jumped _____ the fence.
A) over
B) on
C) through
D) to
If I _____ a bird, I would fly.
A) am
B) was
C) were
D) be
She _____ her work before the guests arrived.
A) finish
B) finishes
C) had finished
D) has finished
Bread and butter _____ my favorite breakfast.
A) is
B) are
C) were
D) being
Can you give me _____ information about the exam?
A) some
B) many
C) a few
D) few
They _____ playing football for two hours now.
A) are
B) were
C) have been
D) has been
The sun _____ in the east.
A) rises
B) rise
C) rose
D) rising
Part D: Synonyms and Antonyms
Identify the correct synonym or antonym as requested.
Synonym of 'Abundant':
A) Scarce
B) Plentiful
C) Rare
D) Small
Antonym of 'Gigantic':
A) Tiny
B) Huge
C) Massive
D) Large
Synonym of 'Candid':
A) Secretive
B) Honest
C) Rude
D) Sweet
Antonym of 'Flexible':
A) Rigid
B) Soft
C) Elastic
D) Pliable
Synonym of 'Timid':
A) Bold
B) Shy
C) Brave
D) Strong
Antonym of 'Ancient':
A) Old
B) Antique
C) Modern
D) Past
Synonym of 'Benevolent':
A) Cruel
B) Kind
C) Greedy
D) Angry
Antonym of 'Optimistic':
A) Hopeful
B) Cheerful
C) Pessimistic
D) Bright
Synonym of 'Prudent':
A) Wise
B) Foolish
C) Careless
D) Lazy
Antonym of 'Victory':
A) Win
B) Success
C) Defeat
D) Triumph
Synonym of 'Hostile':
A) Friendly
B) Unfriendly
C) Helpful
D) Kind
Antonym of 'Genuine':
A) Fake
B) Real
C) Authentic
D) Honest
Synonym of 'Fragile':
A) Strong
B) Delicate
C) Tough
D) Heavy
Antonym of 'Arrival':
A) Departure
B) Coming
C) Entry
D) Welcome
Synonym of 'Enormous':
A) Tiny
B) Huge
C) Average
D) Weak
