2023 - Year 8 VSSE

VERBAL REASONING

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 Trial Test 8 VSSE ‐ Verbal Reasoning
Time Allowed: 30 min
Time Allowed: 30 min

1. Which of the following is most similar in meaning to Adversity?

A. Failure
B. Helplessness
C. Misfortune
D. Crisis
E. None of these

2. Out of the five alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given
words/sentence.

That which cannot be corrected

A. Unintelligible
B. Indelible
C. Illegible
D. Incorrigible
E. None of these

3. In each question, an incomplete statement (Stem) followed by fillers is given. Pick out the
best one which can complete the incomplete stem correctly and meaningfully.

Although, he is reputed for making very candid statements ......

A. his today speech was not fairly audible

B. his promises had always been realistic
C. his speech was very interesting
D. people follow whatever he instructs to them
E. his today's statements were very ambiguous

4. In a certain code TWINKLE is written as SVHOJKD, how would FILTERS be written in the
same code?

A. EHKSDQR
B. EHKUDQR
C. EGKUDQR
D. GJMSFST
E. None of these

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 5. If SUMMER is coded as RUNNER, the code for WINTER will be

A. SUITER
B. VIOUER
C. WALKER
D. SUFFER
E. None of these

6. In the following question, out of the five alternatives, select the alternative which best
expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

To end in smoke

A. To make completely understand

B. To ruin oneself
C. To excite great applause
D. To overcome someone
E. None of these

7. Which word has a similar meaning to Indict?

A. Condemn
B. Reprimand
C. Accuse
D. Allege
E. None of these

8. Which word has a similar meaning to Stringent?

A. Dry
B. Strained
C. Shrill
D. Rigorous
E. Soft

9. Below in each of the questions are given two statements I and II. These statements may be
either independent causes or may be effects of independent causes or a common cause.
One of these statements may be the effect of the other statements. Read both the
statements and decide which of the following answer choice correctly depicts the
relationship between these two statements.

Statements:
I. The Government has imported large quantities of sugar as per trade agreement with other
countries.
II. The prices of sugar in the domestic market have fallen sharply in the recent months.

A. Statement I is the cause and statement II is its effect.

B. Statement II is the cause and statement I is its effect.
C. Both the statements I and II are independent causes.
D. Both the statements I and II are effects of independent causes.
E. Both the statements I and II are effects of some common cause
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10. Glucose : Carbohydrate :: Soyabean : ?

A. Protein
B. Vitamins
C. Minerals
D. Legumes
E. Iron

11. Market : Demand :: Farming : ?

A. Farmer
B. Foodgrain
C. Monsoon
D. Supply
E. Shortage

12. Four of the following words are alike.

Which is the odd word out?

A. Pine
B. Butternut
C. Mirage
D. Cactus
E. Oak

13. Which of the following is an antonym for Relinquish?

A. Abdicate
B. Renounce
C. Possess
D. Deny
E. None of the above.

14. Which of the following is an antonym for Commissioned?

A. Terminated
B. Started
C. Closed
D. Finished
E. All of the above.

15. Out of the five alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given
words/sentence.

List of the business or subjects to be considered at a meeting

A. Schedule
B. Timetable
C. Agenda
D. Plan
E. Description
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16. In the following question, out of the five alternatives, choose the one which can be
substituted for the given words/ sentence.

Leave or remove from a place considered dangerous

A. Evade
B. Evacuate
C. Avoid
D. Exterminate
E. None of these

17. In the following question, out of the five alternatives, select the alternative which best
expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

To smell a rat

A. To see signs of plague epidemic

B. To get bad small of a bad dead rat
C. To suspect foul dealings
D. To be in a bad mood
E. None of these

18. In the following question are given two statements I and II. These statements may be either
independent causes or may be effects of independent causes or a common cause. One of
these statements may be the effect of the other statements. Read both the statements and
decide which of the following answer choice correctly depicts the relationship between
these two statements.

Statements:
I. Importance of Yoga and exercise is being realized by all sections of the society.
II. There is an increasing awareness about health in the society particularly among middle
ages group of people.

A. Statement I is the cause and statement II is its effect.

B. Statement II is the cause and statement I is its effect.
C. Both the statements I and II are independent causes.
D. Both the statements I and II are effects of independent causes.
E. Both the statements I and II are effects of some common cause.

19. Fill up the blank with the word that makes the sentence grammatically and contextually
correct.

If negotiations are to prove fruitful, there must not only be sincerity on

each side, but there must also be ...... in the sincerity of the other side.

A. faith
B. belief
C. substance
D. certainty
E. honesty

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20. Ecology : Environment :: Histology : ?

A. Fossils
B. Tissues
C. Hormones
D. History
E. None of the above.

21. In the following question choose the word which is the exact OPPOSITE of the given word.

HYPOCRITICAL

A. Gentle
B. Sincere
C. Amiable
D. Dependable
E. Reliable

22. In each question, an incomplete statement (Stem) followed by fillers is given. Pick out the
best one which can complete incomplete stem correctly and meaningfully.

She never visits any zoo because she is strong opponent of the idea of ......

A. setting the animals free into forest

B. feeding the animals while others are watching
C. watching the animals in their natural abode
D. going out of the house on a holiday
E. holding the animals in captivity for our joy

23. In the following question choose the word which is the exact OPPOSITE of the given word.

FICKLE

A. Courageous
B. Sincere
C. Steadfast
D. Humble
E. Arrogant

24. Read the following statement carefully and find the suitable answer that follows.

Pointing to a woman, Abhijit said, "Her granddaughter is the only

daughter of my brother." How is the woman related to Abhijit?

A. Sister
B. Grandmother
C. Mother-in-law
D. Mother
E. Niece

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25. Which of the following is an antonym for Startled?

A. Amused
B. Relaxed
C. Endless
D. Astonished
E. None of the above.

26. Resign : Politician :: Abdicate : ?:

A. Prince
B. King
C. Realm
D. Crown
E. Military

27. Which of the following has a similar meaning as Reckless?

A. Rash
B. Courageous
C. Bold
D. Daring
E. None of the above

28. The given statement is followed by three arguments. Decide which of the options is correct
about the strength of the arguments in response to the statement.

Statement: Should the government impose restrictions on access to

sensitive information to the journalists to avoid the media hype?

Arguments
I. Yes, the media creates hype and publishes distorted information at times.
II. No, journalists should have an access to all the information as media is the best source to
expose the malfunctions in the society.
III. Yes, at times it leads to harassment of those who are affected and alleged to be involved in
the crisis.

A. All I, II and III are strong

B. Arguments I and II are strong
C. Arguments II and III are strong
D. Only argument II is strong
E. None of the above

29. Which of the following words is opposite in meaning to Evasive?

A. Free
B. Honest
C. Liberal
D. Frank
E. All of the above

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30. Identify the odd word:.

A. Melody
B. Harmony
C. Rhythm
D. Symphony
E. Jingle

31. Here are some words translated from an artificial language.

migenlasan means cupboard

lasanpoen means boardwalk
cuopdansa means Pullman

Which word could mean "walkway"?

A. Poenmigen
B. Cuopeisel
C. lasandansa
D. Poenforc
E. None of these

32. Chug is to Train as Bang is to:

A. House
B. Animal
C. Door
D. Thunder
E. Man

33. Four of the following are alike.

Which is the odd word out?

A. Seminar
B. Semi colon
C. Semi formal
D. Semicircle
E. Semifinal

34. Which one of the following is spelt incorrectly?

A. Reverance
B. Heavenly
C. Elsewhere
D. Celebrate
E. All correct

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35. Which one of the following is spelt correctly?

A. Efficient
B. Treatmeant
C. Beterment
D. Employd
E. None of these

36. Which one of the following is spelt correctly?

A. Acommodation
B. Accomodaton
C. Accommodation
D. Acomodation
E. Accemedation

37. In the following question, out of the five alternatives, choose the one which can be
substituted for the given words/ sentence.

A person who renounces the world and practices self-discipline

in order to attain salvation:

A. Sceptic
B. Ascetic
C. Devotee
D. Antiquarian
E. None of these

38. Pick out the most effective word(s) from the given words to fill in the blank to make the
sentence meaningfully complete.

If you work beyond your capacity, you will naturally feel ......

A. drowsy
B. tired
C. confident
D. giddy
E. lazy

39. Which of the following is most similar in meaning to Inebriate:

A. Dreamy
B. Stupefied
C. Unsteady
D. Drunken
E. Intelligent

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40. Which of the following is a correct joining sentence for the two sentences below?

“The concert was amazing. The band played all of their hits.”

A. Despite the rain, the concert was a huge success.

B. In addition, the lead singer gave an incredible performance.
C. In conclusion, the crowd cheered for an encore.
D. Nevertheless, some fans were disappointed by the setlist.
E. None of these

41. Pick out the most effective word(s) from the given words to fill in the blank to make the
sentence meaningfully complete.

He is so________that he immediately believe my story of ghosts.

A. innocent
B. credulous
C. vociferous
D. credible
E. suspicious

42. Pick out the most effective word(s) from the given words to fill in the blank to make the
sentence meaningfully complete.

Once you suspect a person of double dealing, you ought to keep him at arm's______

A. distance
B. width
C. length
D. aim
E. area

43. Pick out the most effective word(s) from the given words to fill in the blank to make the
sentence meaningfully complete.

A man remains narrow minded, self compliance and ignorant unless he visits
other people and ...... from them.

A. earn
B. learns
C. borrows
D. hears
E. collects

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44. Pick out the most effective word(s) from the given words to fill in the blank to make the
sentence meaningfully complete.

He is so ...... to light that he never leaves the house without sunglasses.

A. sensitive
B. insensitive
C. afraid
D. immune
E. concerned

45. In the following question, out of the five alternatives, select the alternative which best
expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

Bite the bullet

A. To criticise someone harshly in public

B. To accept a difficult situation bravely and face the consequences
C. To change one’s mind without logical reason
D. To become extremely nervous or anxious in a stressful situation
E. None of these

46. In the following question, out of the five alternatives, select the alternative which best
expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

To be above board

A. To have a good height

B. To have no debts
C. To be honest in any business deal
D. To try to be beautiful
E. None of these

47. Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed
in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'E'
as the answer.

Had I realised how close I was to the edge of the valley, I would not have
carried the bags there.

A. Had I been realised

B. If I would have realised
C. When I realised
D. Had I had realised
E. No correction required

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48. Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed
in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'E'
as the answer.

Can you tell me why did you not speak the truth?

A. why did not you speak

B. that why did you not speak
C. why you did not speak
D. why did you not spoke
E. No correction required

49. Which one of the following is spelt correctly?

A. Callibration
B. Calibration
C. Celibration
D. Calibrration
E. None of these

50. Which one of the following is spelt correctly?

A. Benefficiary
B. Beneficery
C. Beneficiary
D. Beneficiarie
E. None of these

This is the last question. Check your answers.

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