English Grammar MCQS

Jeopardise means to put at risk.

• Correct answer - endanger: it has the same meaning as Jeopardise.
• authorise: to give official permission - wrong, it does not mean the same as Jeopardise.
• protect: to keep safe - wrong, it does not mean the same as Jeopardise.
• celebrate: to mark a happy occasion - wrong, it does not mean the same as Jeopardise.

Judicious means showing good judgement; wise and careful.

• Correct answer - careful: it has the same meaning as Judicious.
• rapturous: full of great joy - wrong, it does not mean the same as Judicious.
• indiscreet: careless in what one says or does - wrong, it does not mean the same as Judicious.
• blithe: cheerful and carefree - wrong, it does not mean the same as Judicious.

Jurisdiction means the official power to make legal decisions.

• Correct answer - authority: it has the same meaning as Jurisdiction.
• conjunction: a joining together; a linking word - wrong, it does not mean the same as Jurisdiction.
• contiguity: being next to something - wrong, it does not mean the same as Jurisdiction.
• co-operation: working together - wrong, it does not mean the same as Jurisdiction.

Interdict means an official order forbidding something.

• Correct answer - decree forbidding something: it has the same meaning as Interdict.
• whatever is temporary: anything lasting a short time - wrong, it does not mean the same as Interdict.
• accusation of bad behaviour: a charge of misconduct - wrong, it does not mean the same as Interdict.
• request: a polite demand - wrong, it does not mean the same as Interdict.

Interpolate means to insert something into a text or series.

• Correct answer - insert: it has the same meaning as Interpolate.
• elaborate: to add detail - wrong, it does not mean the same as Interpolate.
• reverse: to turn the other way round - wrong, it does not mean the same as Interpolate.
• mix: to combine - wrong, it does not mean the same as Interpolate.

Intimacy means close familiarity; closeness.

• Correct answer - closeness: it has the same meaning as Intimacy.
• privacy: freedom from public attention - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intimacy.
• primacy: the state of being first - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intimacy.
• lunacy: madness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intimacy.

Intractable means hard to control or deal with; stubborn.

• Correct answer - stubborn: it has the same meaning as Intractable.
• bemused: puzzled - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intractable.
• ascetic: living a simple, self-denying life - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intractable.
• timid: shy and fearful - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intractable.

Intricate means having many small parts; complicated.

• Correct answer - complicated: it has the same meaning as Intricate.
• imaginary: existing only in the mind - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intricate.
• dispassionate: free from emotion - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intricate.
• delicate: fragile - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intricate.

Intuitive means based on instinct rather than reasoning.

• Correct answer - instinctive: it has the same meaning as Intuitive.
• initiative: the ability to act first - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intuitive.
• secretive: inclined to hide things - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intuitive.
• impulsive: acting without thinking - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intuitive.

Inversion means reversal of position, order or direction.

• Correct answer - reversal: it has the same meaning as Inversion.
• introvert: a shy, inward-looking person - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inversion.
• diversification: spreading into different areas - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inversion.
• vortex: a whirling mass of water or air - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inversion.

Invincible means too strong to be defeated; unbeatable.

• Correct answer - unbeatable: it has the same meaning as Invincible.
• weak: lacking strength - wrong, it does not mean the same as Invincible.
• vulnerable: open to attack or harm - wrong, it does not mean the same as Invincible.
• illogical: not following sound reasoning - wrong, it does not mean the same as Invincible.

Inquest means an official investigation.

• Correct answer - investigation: it has the same meaning as Inquest.
• deposition: a formal statement given under oath - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inquest.
• conversation: a talk between people - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inquest.
• arrest: to seize by legal authority - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inquest.

Insatiable means impossible to satisfy; greedy.

• Correct answer - greedy: it has the same meaning as Insatiable.
• having strong feelings: being deeply emotional - wrong, it does not mean the same as Insatiable.
• ruthless: without pity - wrong, it does not mean the same as Insatiable.
• unfriendly: not kind - wrong, it does not mean the same as Insatiable.

Instigate means to urge or provoke into action.

• Correct answer - prompt: it has the same meaning as Instigate.
• contact: to get in touch - wrong, it does not mean the same as Instigate.
• check: to examine or hold back - wrong, it does not mean the same as Instigate.
• accuse: to charge with wrongdoing - wrong, it does not mean the same as Instigate.

Intemperate means lacking self-control; unrestrained.

• Correct answer - unrestrained: it has the same meaning as Intemperate.
• restless: unable to stay still - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intemperate.
• external: outside - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intemperate.
• noble: having high moral qualities - wrong, it does not mean the same as Intemperate.

Inertia means inactivity; resistance to change or movement.

• Correct answer - sluggishness: it has the same meaning as Inertia.
• exhaustion: extreme tiredness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inertia.
• agility: ability to move quickly and easily - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inertia.
• infallibility: inability to be wrong - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inertia.

Infatuated means filled with an intense, unreasoning passion; fascinated.

• Correct answer - fascinated: it has the same meaning as Infatuated.
• foolproof: unable to go wrong - wrong, it does not mean the same as Infatuated.
• indifferent: having no interest - wrong, it does not mean the same as Infatuated.
• mysterious: hard to explain or understand - wrong, it does not mean the same as Infatuated.

Inference means a conclusion reached by reasoning.

• Correct answer - reasoned deduction: it has the same meaning as Inference.
• idea: a thought or plan - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inference.
• reservation: a doubt; a booking - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inference.
• secret: something kept hidden - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inference.

Infringe means to break or violate a law or right.

• Correct answer - break: it has the same meaning as Infringe.
• frustrate: to thwart - wrong, it does not mean the same as Infringe.
• forfeit: to lose as a penalty - wrong, it does not mean the same as Infringe.
• adore: to love deeply - wrong, it does not mean the same as Infringe.

Inhabit means to live in a place.

• Correct answer - to live: it has the same meaning as Inhabit.
• habitual: done regularly - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inhabit.
• popular: liked by many people - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inhabit.
• habit: a regular practice - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inhabit.

Incense means to make very angry.

• Correct answer - enrage: it has the same meaning as Incense.
• complicate: to make more difficult - wrong, it does not mean the same as Incense.
• comprehend: to understand - wrong, it does not mean the same as Incense.
• interfere: to meddle - wrong, it does not mean the same as Incense.

Incitement means the act of provoking someone to act.

• Correct answer - instigation: it has the same meaning as Incitement.
• check: to examine or hold back - wrong, it does not mean the same as Incitement.
• prudence: careful good judgement - wrong, it does not mean the same as Incitement.
• discouragement: loss of confidence or hope - wrong, it does not mean the same as Incitement.

Inculcate means to instil an idea by repeated teaching.

• Correct answer - educate: it has the same meaning as Inculcate.
• exculpate: to clear of blame - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inculcate.
• exonerate: to clear of blame - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inculcate.
• prepare: to make ready - wrong, it does not mean the same as Inculcate.

Indict means to formally accuse of a crime.

• Correct answer - to accuse: it has the same meaning as Indict.
• to cause: a reason for something - wrong, it does not mean the same as Indict.
• to reprove: to scold gently - wrong, it does not mean the same as Indict.
• to praise: to express admiration - wrong, it does not mean the same as Indict.

Indigenous means originating in a place; native.

• Correct answer - native: it has the same meaning as Indigenous.
• scholarly: devoted to learning - wrong, it does not mean the same as Indigenous.
• having stomach trouble: suffering from stomach illness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Indigenous.
• wealthy: rich - wrong, it does not mean the same as Indigenous.