General English MCQs
Topic Notes: General English
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
1391
Holistic
Answer:
The parts to the whole
Holistic (کلی) is a philosophy that emphasizes the importance of the whole and the interdependence of its parts. It is based on understanding 'the parts to the whole' (اجزاء سے کل تک).
1392
Hoax
Answer:
Trick
A hoax (دھوکہ) is a malicious or humorous deception. It is a 'trick' (چال) intended to make someone believe something false. 'Rumor' (افواہ) and 'Lie' (جھوٹ) are related, but 'trick' best describes the entire act.
1393
Hilarious
Answer:
Very funny
Hilarious (بہت مزاحیہ) means extremely amusing or 'very funny' (انتہائی مضحکہ خیز). 'Absurd' (لغو) means ridiculous, which can be funny but isn't the primary meaning. 'Elevated' (بلند) and 'Mentally disturbed' (ذہنی طور پر پریشان) are incorrect.
1394
Hie
Answer:
Hurry
Hie (جلدی کرنا) is an archaic verb that means to go quickly or 'hurry' (تیزی کرنا). 'Exult' (خوشی منانا) means to rejoice. 'To leave' (چھوڑنا) and 'Cry out' (چلانا) are different actions.
1395
Hiatus
Answer:
A pause
A hiatus (وقفہ) is 'a pause' (ایک توقف) or break in continuity in a sequence or activity.
1396
Hermetic
Answer:
Airtight
Hermetic (ہوا بند) means completely sealed, especially so as to be 'airtight' (ہوا سے محفوظ).
1397
Heretic
Answer:
Free thinker
A heretic (بدعتی) is a person who holds beliefs that are contrary to official religious doctrine. They are a 'free thinker' (آزاد خیال) who goes against the norm. 'Conformist' (روایت پسند) is the antonym.
1398
Herculean
Answer:
Very strong
Herculean (بہت مشکل) means requiring great strength or effort, like the hero Hercules. It describes something 'very strong' (بہت طاقتور) or difficult.
1399
Herbivore
Answer:
Plant-eating animal
An herbivore (سبزی خور) is a 'plant-eating animal' (پودے کھانے والا جانور). 'Carnivore' eats meat; 'Omnivore' eats both.
1400
Herald
Answer:
Courier
A herald (قاصد) is an official messenger or 'courier' (پیغام رساں) who brings news. It can also be a sign that something is about to happen.