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
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To stand on ceremony
Answer:
Formality
The idiom 'to stand on ceremony' (تکلف کرنا) means to insist on observing all rules of etiquette and 'formality' (رسمی کارروائی).
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Titan
Answer:
Giant
A Titan (دیو) in Greek mythology was one of a family of 'giants' (بہت بڑا). The word is now used for any person or thing of great size or power.
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Timid
Answer:
Coy
Timid (بزدل) means showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened. 'Coy' (شرمیلا) means shy or modest, which is a form of timidity.
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Thrive
Answer:
Prosper
To thrive (پھلنا پھولنا) means to grow or develop well; to 'prosper' (کامیاب ہونا) or flourish.
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Thermal
Answer:
Heat
Thermal (حرارتی) is an adjective relating to 'heat' (گرمی). For example, thermal energy is heat energy.
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Theocracy
Answer:
Religion
A theocracy (مذہبی حکومت) is a system of government in which priests rule in the name of God or a god. It is a government based on 'religion' (مذہب).
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Tether
Answer:
Rope or chain
A tether (رسی) is a 'rope or chain' (رسی یا زنجیر) used to tie an animal to a post, restricting its movement.
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Testimony
Answer:
Evidence
Testimony (گواہی) is a formal statement, especially one given in a court of law, that serves as 'evidence' (ثبوت). 'Proclivity' (رجحان) and 'Propensity' (میلان) are synonyms for 'tendency'.
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Tepid
Answer:
Slightly warm
Tepid (نیم گرم) means (especially of a liquid) only 'slightly warm' (ہلکا گرم). 'Lukewarm' (شیر گرم) is also a direct synonym, but 'slightly warm' is the provided correct answer.
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Tenuous
Answer:
Insubstantial
Tenuous (کمزور) means very weak, slight, or flimsy (like a tenuous link). 'Insubstantial' (غیر ٹھوس) is a direct synonym. 'Tentative' (عارضی) means provisional.