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The document contains multiple-choice questions (MCQs) related to verbal aptitude, including synonyms, sentence completion, word analogy, error spotting, and argument strengthening. Each question is followed by the correct answer and an explanation. The examples illustrate key verbal skills necessary for the GATE General Aptitude test.

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GATE Verbal MCQs Part1

The document contains multiple-choice questions (MCQs) related to verbal aptitude, including synonyms, sentence completion, word analogy, error spotting, and argument strengthening. Each question is followed by the correct answer and an explanation. The examples illustrate key verbal skills necessary for the GATE General Aptitude test.

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GATE General Aptitude - Verbal (MCQs + Solutions)

1. Choose the correct synonym for the word: 'Obsolete'


(A) Modern
(B) Ancient
(C) Outdated
(D) Current

Correct Answer: (C) Outdated


Explanation: 'Obsolete' means something no longer in use. 'Outdated' is the correct synonym.

2. Fill in the blank: 'Despite his injuries, the player ____ to win the match.'
(A) surrendered
(B) struggled
(C) succumbed
(D) persevered

Correct Answer: (D) persevered


Explanation: 'Persevered' means continued in spite of difficulty, which fits the sentence context.

3. Word Analogy: Book : Reading :: Fork : ?


(A) Drawing
(B) Writing
(C) Stirring
(D) Eating

Correct Answer: (D) Eating


Explanation: Book is used for Reading as Fork is used for Eating. Hence, the answer is (D).

4. Spot the error: 'Each of the students have completed their assignments.'
(A) Each of the students
(B) have completed
(C) their assignments
(D) No error

Correct Answer: (B) have completed


Explanation: 'Each' is singular, so verb should be 'has' -> 'Each of the students has completed their
assignments.'

5. Which of the following best strengthens the argument?


"Reading fiction improves emotional intelligence."
(A) Fictional stories often involve moral dilemmas.
(B) People read fiction more than non-fiction.
(C) Emotional intelligence is important for leadership.
(D) Children enjoy fictional stories.

Correct Answer: (A) Fictional stories often involve moral dilemmas.


Explanation: (A) directly links fiction to emotional growth, thus strengthening the argument.

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