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
911
Stigma
Answer:
Disgrace
A stigma (داغ) is a mark of 'disgrace' (ذلت) or shame associated with a particular circumstance or quality. 'Respect' (عزت) is an antonym.
912
Static
Answer:
Inactive
Static (ساکن) means lacking in movement, action, or change. 'Inactive' (غیر فعال) or stationary is the correct meaning. 'Dynamic' is the antonym.
913
Startled
Answer:
Sudden surprise
To be startled (چونکنا) means to feel 'sudden surprise' (اچانک حیرت) or shock, causing a brief jump or movement.
914
Stamina
Answer:
Endurance
Stamina (برداشت) is the ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort. 'Endurance' (صلاحیت) is a direct synonym.
915
Squib
Answer:
Short news story
A squib (مختصر خبر) is a small firework, but in journalism, it is a 'short news story' (مختصر اخباری اطلاع) or a brief, witty comment.
916
Squelch
Answer:
To inform on
To 'squelch' (دبانا) means to repress or silence. However, it is often confused with 'squeal', which is an informal term 'to inform on' (مخبر بننا) someone. Based on the provided options, the intended (though technically incorrect) answer is 'To inform on'.
917
Squall
Answer:
Loud scream of pain
A squall (چیخ) is a sudden, violent gust of wind, or a 'loud scream of pain' (درد کی تیز چیخ) or anger.
918
Squabble
Answer:
Dispute
A squabble (جھگڑا) is a noisy quarrel or 'dispute' (تکرار) about a trivial matter.
919
Spurt
Answer:
Speed up
A spurt (تیزی) is a sudden gush or burst. As a verb, it means to 'speed up' (تیز کرنا) or gush out in a sudden stream.
920
Sportive
Answer:
Playful
Sportive (کھلنڈرا) is an archaic word for 'playful' (شوخ) or lighthearted.