141
Animals that can live on land and water
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Amphibians
are animals that can live both on land and in water (e.g., frogs, toads,
salamanders).
Insectivorous
(A) refers to animals that eat insects, not those that live on both land and
water.
Dinosaurs
(B) were land-dwelling reptiles and do not typically fit the amphibian
description.
Reptile (D)
refers to animals like snakes, lizards, and turtles, which are mostly
land-dwelling.
142
One who lives on alms
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Beggar
refers to a person who begs for money, food, or other forms of help, typically
living on charity or alms.
Aristocrat
(A) refers to a member of the noble or upper class, the opposite of a beggar.
Impecunious
(B) refers to someone who is poor or without money, but doesn't necessarily
live by begging.
Hypocrite (C) refers to someone who acts in a way that
contradicts their beliefs, not someone who lives on alms.
143
Physically and mentally dependent on a particular substance
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Addicted
refers to being physically and mentally dependent on a substance, such as drugs
or alcohol, often resulting in a loss of control over consumption.
Pendant (A)
refers to something hanging, typically a piece of jewelry.
Granary (C)
refers to a building used for storing grain.
Stoic (D)
refers to someone who remains indifferent to pleasure or pain, not related to
substance dependence.
144
One who talks while sleeping
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
· Somniloquist:
A person who talks while sleeping. The term comes from the Latin roots somnus
(sleep) and loqui (to speak).
· Verbose: A
person who uses more words than necessary; overly wordy.
· Teetotaler: A
person who abstains from alcohol.
· Somnambulist:
A person who walks while sleeping (sleepwalker).
145
The person who has authority to lead or perform religious ceremonies
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
·
Priest is a religious leader authorized to perform rituals,
ceremonies, and offer spiritual guidance.
·
Worship (A) refers to the act of reverence, not a person.
·
Saint (C) refers to a person recognized as holy or virtuous,
often after death, not necessarily someone who leads religious ceremonies.
·
Apostate (D) refers to someone who has abandoned their faith or
religion, not a religious leader.
146
Filled with or expressing excessive zeal
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Fanatic
refers to someone who is excessively enthusiastic or devoted to a cause or
belief.
Patriotism
(A) is love for one's country, not necessarily excessive zeal.
Fundamentalist
(B) refers to someone who strictly adheres to basic principles, usually in a religious
context.
Retrospect (C) refers to looking back on past events, not zeal.
147
One who sells meat
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Butcher is
someone who slaughters animals or sells meat.
Pasture (B)
is land used for grazing livestock, not a person.
Livestock
(C) refers to domesticated animals raised for food, wool, etc.
Cannibal (D)
refers to a person who eats the flesh of other humans, not related to selling
meat.
148
Having or showing sharp powers of judgement
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Astute
refers to someone who is perceptive and shows sharp judgment and insight.
Judiciary
(B) refers to the judicial system, not a person.
Intelligent
(C) means having the ability to learn and understand, but not necessarily
related to sharp judgment.
Eugenicist
(D) refers to someone who believes in improving the genetic quality of the
human population, not related to sharp judgment.
149
One who is interested in ancient buildings and relics
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Archaeologist
is someone who studies ancient human history through excavation and analysis of
artifacts and relics.
Solarium (A)
is a room or space designed for sun exposure, not related to ancient buildings.
Curator (B)
is someone who manages a museum or collection, but not specifically related to
ancient buildings.
Podium (C)
is a platform for speakers, not a person interested in ancient artifacts.
150
A person who acts obsequiously towards someone important in order to gain advantage
A.
B.
C.
D.
Answer & Solution
Sycophant is
a person who flatters or acts subserviently towards someone important to gain
personal advantage.
Eloquent (B)
refers to someone who speaks or writes persuasively, not necessarily someone
who acts obsequiously.
Privilege
(C) refers to special rights or advantages, not a person.
Preamble (D)
refers to an introductory statement, not a person.
