English Grammar MCQS

Tendency means an inclination; a trend.

• Correct answer - trend: it has the same meaning as Tendency.
• security: safety - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendency.
• rumour: an unverified story passing from person to person - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendency.
• prejudice: unfair opinion formed in advance - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendency.

Tendentious means promoting a particular view; biased.

• Correct answer - biased: it has the same meaning as Tendentious.
• boring: dull - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendentious.
• neutral: not taking sides - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendentious.
• lengthy: very long - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tendentious.

Tepid means only slightly warm; lukewarm.

• Correct answer - lukewarm: it has the same meaning as Tepid.
• very hot: at a high temperature - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tepid.
• freezing: extremely cold - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tepid.
• scalding: very hot - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tepid.

Tether means a rope or chain that restrains an animal.

• Correct answer - rope or chain: it has the same meaning as Tether.
• crow-bar: an iron bar for prising things open - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tether.
• pulley: a wheel used to lift loads - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tether.
• rubber ball: a bouncing toy ball - wrong, it does not mean the same as Tether.

Thrive means to grow and do well; to prosper.

• Correct answer - to prosper: it has the same meaning as Thrive.
• to pulsate: to beat rhythmically - wrong, it does not mean the same as Thrive.
• to turn: to rotate or change direction - wrong, it does not mean the same as Thrive.
• to struggle toward: to strive towards something - wrong, it does not mean the same as Thrive.

Synopsis means a brief summary.

• Correct answer - summary: it has the same meaning as Synopsis.
• preface: an introduction at the start of a book - wrong, it does not mean the same as Synopsis.
• blending: mixing together - wrong, it does not mean the same as Synopsis.
• conclusion: an ending or final decision - wrong, it does not mean the same as Synopsis.

Stratagem means a plan or trick to outwit an opponent.

• Correct answer - scheme to deceive: it has the same meaning as Stratagem.
• arrangement: a plan or layout - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stratagem.
• goal: an aim or target - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stratagem.
• layout: the way things are arranged - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stratagem.

Stricture means severe criticism.

• Correct answer - severe criticism: it has the same meaning as Stricture.
• an order: a command - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stricture.
• breaking away: separating from a group - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stricture.
• serious error: a major mistake - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stricture.

Stringent means strict and demanding.

• Correct answer - severe: it has the same meaning as Stringent.
• soft: gentle; not firm - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stringent.
• reserved: shy and keeping feelings hidden - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stringent.
• utilised: put to practical use - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stringent.

Subjugate means to bring under control; to conquer.

• Correct answer - conquer: it has the same meaning as Subjugate.
• restrained: held back - wrong, it does not mean the same as Subjugate.
• praise: to express admiration - wrong, it does not mean the same as Subjugate.
• free: not restricted - wrong, it does not mean the same as Subjugate.

Sumptuous means splendid and expensive-looking.

• Correct answer - splendid: it has the same meaning as Sumptuous.
• swampy: marshy - wrong, it does not mean the same as Sumptuous.
• irritable: easily annoyed - wrong, it does not mean the same as Sumptuous.
• meagre: small in amount; scanty - wrong, it does not mean the same as Sumptuous.

Surmise means to suppose without proof; a guess.

• Correct answer - guess: it has the same meaning as Surmise.
• plan: a method of doing something - wrong, it does not mean the same as Surmise.
• unexpected event: a surprise occurrence - wrong, it does not mean the same as Surmise.
• dawn: the first light of day - wrong, it does not mean the same as Surmise.

Surmount means to overcome a difficulty.

• Correct answer - to overcome: it has the same meaning as Surmount.
• influence: the power to affect others - wrong, it does not mean the same as Surmount.
• understand: to grasp the meaning of - wrong, it does not mean the same as Surmount.
• calculate: to work out mathematically - wrong, it does not mean the same as Surmount.

Surreptitious means done secretly.

• Correct answer - secret: it has the same meaning as Surreptitious.
• controversial: causing public disagreement - wrong, it does not mean the same as Surreptitious.
• religious: relating to faith - wrong, it does not mean the same as Surreptitious.
• satisfied: content - wrong, it does not mean the same as Surreptitious.

Syndrome means a group of symptoms occurring together.

• Correct answer - symptoms: it has the same meaning as Syndrome.
• resemblance: likeness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Syndrome.
• timing devices: instruments that measure time - wrong, it does not mean the same as Syndrome.
• cures: remedies that heal - wrong, it does not mean the same as Syndrome.

Spasmodic means occurring in sudden, jerky bursts; convulsive.

• Correct answer - convulsive: it has the same meaning as Spasmodic.
• intensive: concentrated - wrong, it does not mean the same as Spasmodic.
• uninterrupted: continuous - wrong, it does not mean the same as Spasmodic.
• plausible: seemingly reasonable - wrong, it does not mean the same as Spasmodic.

Squabble means a noisy quarrel over something trivial.

• Correct answer - dispute: it has the same meaning as Squabble.
• squawk: a loud harsh cry - wrong, it does not mean the same as Squabble.
• dissipate: to scatter or waste - wrong, it does not mean the same as Squabble.
• protest: to object publicly - wrong, it does not mean the same as Squabble.

Squelch means to crush or silence.

• Correct answer - repress or silence: it has the same meaning as Squelch.
• to inform on: to betray someone to authority - wrong, it does not mean the same as Squelch.
• swoop down upon: to attack suddenly from above - wrong, it does not mean the same as Squelch.
• give a high-pitched sound: to make a shrill noise - wrong, it does not mean the same as Squelch.

Stimulate means to arouse or encourage.

• Correct answer - instigate: it has the same meaning as Stimulate.
• disguise: a change of appearance to hide identity - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stimulate.
• oppress: to treat harshly and unjustly - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stimulate.
• seduce: to tempt into something - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stimulate.

Stipulate means to demand or specify as a condition.

• Correct answer - to specify: it has the same meaning as Stipulate.
• to elaborate: to explain in more detail - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stipulate.
• to ignore: to pay no attention to - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stipulate.
• to advise: to give counsel - wrong, it does not mean the same as Stipulate.

Straddle means to sit or stand with a leg on either side.

• Correct answer - to sit or stand with a leg on either side of: it has the same meaning as Straddle.
• to bring to a halt: to stop something - wrong, it does not mean the same as Straddle.
• in a fix: in a difficult situation - wrong, it does not mean the same as Straddle.
• confined: kept within limits - wrong, it does not mean the same as Straddle.

Solipsistic means extremely self-centred.

• Correct answer - self-centred: it has the same meaning as Solipsistic.
• precarious: unsafe; unstable - wrong, it does not mean the same as Solipsistic.
• easily convinced: quick to believe - wrong, it does not mean the same as Solipsistic.
• generous: willing to give freely - wrong, it does not mean the same as Solipsistic.

Soporific means tending to cause sleep; a sedative.

• Correct answer - sedative: it has the same meaning as Soporific.
• poignant: deeply moving - wrong, it does not mean the same as Soporific.
• noxious: harmful or poisonous - wrong, it does not mean the same as Soporific.
• inimical: hostile or harmful - wrong, it does not mean the same as Soporific.

Sedentary means involving much sitting; inactive.

• Correct answer - inactive: it has the same meaning as Sedentary.
• creative: inventive - wrong, it does not mean the same as Sedentary.
• energetic: full of energy - wrong, it does not mean the same as Sedentary.
• pleasing: giving satisfaction - wrong, it does not mean the same as Sedentary.

Segment means a part or portion of a whole.

• Correct answer - portion: it has the same meaning as Segment.
• piece of pottery: an object made of baked clay - wrong, it does not mean the same as Segment.
• proportion: a part in relation to the whole - wrong, it does not mean the same as Segment.
• decision: a choice that has been made - wrong, it does not mean the same as Segment.