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The correct answer is 'Option (3)' i.e. 'Elicit is a verb meaning to draw a reaction from someone. Illicit is an adjective meaning forbidden by law.'

Key Points

• Elicit: (Verb) to draw forth or bring out (something latent or potential) from someone or something.
• Example: Her remarks elicited a smile from the audience.
• Illicit: (Adjective) forbidden by law, rules, or custom.
• Example: He was involved in illicit drug trafficking.

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Option 3'.

The correct answer is 'Option (1)' i.e. 'Ensure is a transitive verb meaning to make something certain. Insure is a transitive verb meaning to make certain by taking necessary precaution.'

Key Points

• Ensure: (Transitive verb) to make sure or certain; guarantee.
• Example: Please ensure that all doors are locked before you leave.
• Insure: (Transitive verb) to protect against loss, damage, or injury by an insurance policy; to make certain, especially by taking necessary measures and precautions.
• Example: You should insure your car against theft. / Careful planning will insure the success of the project.

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Option 1'.

The correct answer is 'Option (4)' i.e. 'Imitate is a verb meaning take or follow as a model. Intimate is an adjective meaning closely acquainted.'

Key Points

• Imitate: (Verb) to take or follow as a model or example; to mimic.
• Example: Children often imitate their parents' behavior.
• Intimate: (Adjective) closely acquainted; familiar; private and personal. (Can also be a verb meaning to hint or imply, but in the context of the options provided, the adjective definition is relevant).
• Example: They were intimate friends for many years.

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Option 4'.

The correct answer is 'Option (2)' i.e. 'Compare is a verb and it means to estimate or measure something. Compere is a noun and it refers to the person who introduces the performers.'

Key Points

• Compare: (Verb) to estimate, measure, or note the similarity or dissimilarity between.
• Example: You can't compare apples and oranges.
• Compere: (Noun) a person who introduces the performers or contestants in a variety show; a master of ceremonies. (Also can be a verb meaning to act as a compere).
• Example: The famous comedian was the compere for the evening.

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Option 2'.

The correct answer is 'Option (3)' i.e. 'Precept is a noun and it means a general rule intended to regulate behaviour. Percept is a noun and it means an object of perception.'

Key Points

• Precept: (Noun) a general rule intended to regulate behavior or thought.
• Example: The golden rule is a moral precept.
• Percept: (Noun) an object of perception; something that is perceived by the senses.
• Example: The brain organizes sensory data into meaningful percepts.

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Option 3'.

The correct answer is option 4.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first understand the meaning of the word given in the question:
• Practice: (Noun) the actual application or use of an idea, belief, or method, as opposed to theories relating to it; repeated exercise in or performance of an activity or skill so as to acquire or maintain proficiency in it. (Verb) perform (an activity) repeatedly so as to acquire or maintain proficiency in it.
• Now, let's examine the given sentences:
• Sentence 1: He would practice for his basketball match for hours every day.
• This sentence uses "practice" as a verb, which is correct. However, in American English, the verb form is "practice," while in British English, it is "practise." Given the standard competitive exam context, "practice" as a verb is generally accepted. Let's check other options.
• Sentence 2: Our neighbour has been practicing acupuncture for a long time.
• This sentence uses "practicing" as a verb, which is correct. "Practicing a profession" is a common usage.
• Sentence 3: As she practiced, the sound of music filled the halls.
• This sentence uses "practiced" as a verb (past tense), which is correct.
• Sentence 4: It is a not good practice to repeat old mistakes.
• This sentence uses "practice" as a noun, referring to a custom or habit, which is correct usage. The phrase "not good practice" is grammatically sound.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first understand the meaning of the word given in the question:
• Immensely: (Adverb) to an exceedingly great extent or degree; extremely; very much.
• Now, let's examine the given sentences:
• Sentence 1: Savita felt immensely happy when she got promoted as one of the Directors.
• This sentence correctly uses "immensely" to modify the adjective "happy," emphasizing the great degree of happiness.
• Sentence 2: Ravi’s contribution was immensely to the successful completion of the project.
• Here, "immensely" is incorrectly used. It attempts to describe the contribution itself in terms of degree, but the phrasing "was immensely to" is ungrammatical. One might say "Ravi's contribution was immense" (adjective) or "Ravi contributed immensely" (adverb modifying the verb).
• Sentence 3: Some countries produce oil immensely which impact the world economy.
• "Immensely" is used incorrectly here. It seems to be trying to describe the quantity of oil produced. The correct usage would be "Some countries produce immense amounts of oil" (immense as an adjective) or "Some countries produce oil in immense quantities."
• Sentence 4: He boasts of eating breakfast immensely and falls sick often.
• "Immensely" is incorrectly used here. It's meant to describe the quantity of breakfast eaten, but "eating breakfast immensely" is not idiomatic. One might say "He boasts of eating an immense breakfast" or "He eats breakfast immensely."

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first understand the meaning of the word given in the question:
• Insuperable: (Adjective) (of a difficulty or obstacle) impossible to overcome.
• Now, let's examine the given sentences:
• Sentence 1: The difficulties presented by the situation seemed to be insuperable.
• This sentence correctly uses "insuperable" to describe difficulties that are impossible to overcome.
• Sentence 2: The group went insuperable for weeks during the agitation until the demands were met.
• "Insuperable" is incorrectly used here. It's an adjective describing an obstacle, not a state of being or action for a group. The sentence might intend to say the group was "unyielding" or "persistent."
• Sentence 3: The insuperable element in the whole engagement was the leader herself.
• "Insuperable" is incorrectly used here. While a leader might be formidable, describing a person as "insuperable element" in this context is awkward and not the primary use of the word. It implies the leader herself is an obstacle impossible to overcome, which might be true in a figurative sense, but the phrasing is unnatural. The word typically applies to difficulties or challenges, not directly to people as an "element."
• Sentence 4: The hostel administration remained insuperable for a month.
• "Insuperable" is incorrectly used here. It implies the administration itself was an insurmountable obstacle, which doesn't make sense in this context. It might mean they were unyielding or unresponsive, but "insuperable" is not the correct word for that.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The correct answer is option 4.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first understand the meaning of the word given in the question:
• Amoral: (Adjective) lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with the rightness or wrongness of something. It means outside the sphere of morals, not necessarily bad, but indifferent to moral distinctions. This is distinct from "immoral," which means actively wrong or contrary to morality.
• Now, let's examine the given sentences:
• Sentence 1: Murder can be categorized as an amoral act.
• This is incorrect. Murder is universally considered an immoral act, meaning it is morally wrong. An "amoral" act implies a lack of moral consideration, not a violation of moral principles.
• Sentence 2: We must send out a message that we are not an amoral society.
• This is incorrect. A society that lacks a moral sense or is unconcerned with right and wrong would be dysfunctional. The intended meaning is likely that the society is not "immoral" (actively wrong) or perhaps that it is a moral society. "Amoral society" doesn't fit the context of sending a message about societal values.
• Sentence 3: It is amoral to cheat the one who loves you.
• This is incorrect. Cheating someone who loves you is an immoral act, as it is a breach of trust and considered morally wrong. "Amoral" would imply that cheating has no moral dimension, which is not the case here.
• Sentence 4: The pursuit of victory at all costs allows for amoral conduct.
• This sentence correctly uses "amoral." If victory is pursued at all costs, it implies that moral considerations (right or wrong) are disregarded or set aside in favor of achieving the goal. This perfectly aligns with the definition of "amoral" conduct, where the actor is unconcerned with the moral implications as long as the objective is met.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The correct answer is option 2.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first understand the meaning of the word given in the question:
• Emigrate: (Verb) to leave one's own country in order to settle permanently in another. It refers to exiting a country.
• Now, let's examine the given sentences:
• Sentence 1: Animals emigrate in search of food from place to place.
• This is incorrect. While animals do move for food, "emigrate" specifically refers to people leaving their country to settle in another. The term for animal movement is usually "migrate."
• Sentence 2: The family decided to emigrate to a safe and secure country.
• This sentence correctly uses "emigrate" as it describes a family leaving their current country to settle permanently in another, safer one.
• Sentence 3: Workers emigrate from province to province in search of seasonal jobs.
• This is incorrect. "Emigrate" implies leaving one's country. Movement within different provinces of the same country is usually referred to as "migrate" or "relocate."
• Sentence 4: New laws were being enacted to control emigration into the country.
• This is incorrect. "Emigration" refers to people leaving a country. Laws to control movement into a country relate to "immigration."

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 2".