Aptitude
Verbal Ability
NQT Section 1
~20 min

Verbal Ability

Reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary & sentence skills

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60 questions · first 10 free

Q1Reading Comprehension
medium
Passage

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has sparked debate among economists. While some argue that automation will displace millions of workers, others contend that new industries will emerge to absorb the displaced workforce, as has historically been the case with technological revolutions.

What is the primary argument of those who are NOT worried about AI-driven unemployment?

Q2Reading Comprehension
medium
Passage

Globalization has brought both opportunities and challenges for developing nations. While access to global markets has accelerated economic growth in many countries, it has also exposed local industries to intense foreign competition. Critics argue that without adequate protection, domestic businesses may struggle to survive, leading to job losses and widening inequality.

Which of the following best summarizes the critics' concern?

Q3Reading Comprehension
easy
Passage

Remote work, once considered a privilege for a select few, has become mainstream since 2020. Studies show that remote employees report higher job satisfaction and better work-life balance. However, managers often cite reduced collaboration and difficulty monitoring productivity as key drawbacks.

According to the passage, what do managers consider a disadvantage of remote work?

Q4Reading Comprehension
hard
Passage

The tragedy of the commons describes a situation where individuals, acting independently and rationally according to their own self-interest, behave contrary to the common good by depleting a shared resource through their collective action. Hardin's 1968 essay proposed that such resources would inevitably be destroyed unless managed through privatization or government regulation.

What does Hardin's solution imply about human nature?

Q5Reading Comprehension
medium
Passage

Despite being one of the most water-abundant countries on Earth, India faces severe water scarcity in many regions. The paradox arises from poor water management, unequal distribution infrastructure, and the over-extraction of groundwater for agriculture.

The word "paradox" in this passage refers to:

Q6Grammar
easy

Choose the grammatically correct sentence:

Q7Grammar
medium

Identify the error in: "The committee have reached their decision after a long deliberation."

Q8Grammar
easy

Select the correct form: "If I ______ the CEO, I would restructure the company immediately."

Q9Grammar
medium

Choose the sentence with correct use of the apostrophe:

Q10Grammar
medium

Which sentence uses the passive voice correctly?

Q11Grammar
hard

Spot the error: "Having finished the project, the deadline was met easily by the team."

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Q12Grammar
easy

Fill in the blank: "She has been working at TCS ______ five years."

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Q13Grammar
medium

Choose the correct sentence:

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Q14Grammar
medium

Which option best replaces the underlined part? "The new policy will effect a major change in the company's hiring process."

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Q15Grammar
hard

Identify the correctly punctuated sentence:

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Q16Vocabulary
easy

Choose the word closest in meaning to "UBIQUITOUS":

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Q17Vocabulary
medium

Choose the word most OPPOSITE in meaning to "LACONIC":

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Q18Vocabulary
medium

The word "PRAGMATIC" most closely means:

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Q19Vocabulary
easy

Choose the correct meaning of "AMELIORATE":

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Q20Vocabulary
hard

Choose the word that best fills the blank: "The CEO's ______ response to the crisis impressed investors, as she gave clear, direct answers without unnecessary details."

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Q21Vocabulary
medium

"ENERVATE" means:

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Q22Vocabulary
medium

Choose the synonym of "PERFIDIOUS":

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Q23Vocabulary
easy

The word "ADROIT" means:

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Q24Vocabulary
hard

Choose the word most opposite to "SYCOPHANTIC":

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Q25Vocabulary
medium

Fill in the blank: "Her ______ remarks during the meeting offended several colleagues, as she spoke without thinking about the impact of her words."

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Q26Sentence Completion
easy

Choose the best word to complete: "The scientist's discovery was so ______ that it completely overturned decades of established research."

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Q27Sentence Completion
medium

Fill in the blanks: "The more ______ the explanation, the more ______ the audience becomes — simplicity is the key to good communication."

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Q28Sentence Completion
medium

"Although the startup had a ______ beginning, poor financial management eventually led to its ______."

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Q29Sentence Completion
hard

Select the pair that best completes: "Just as a ______ person refuses to consider any perspective other than their own, a ______ scientist ignores data that contradicts their hypothesis."

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Q30Sentence Completion
easy

"The manager praised the team for their ______ work on the project, noting that they had finished three days ahead of schedule."

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Q31Para-Jumbles
medium

Arrange the sentences to form a coherent paragraph: P: However, this convenience comes at a cost — reduced face-to-face interaction. Q: Digital communication tools have transformed how teams collaborate. R: Experts warn that over-reliance on digital tools may weaken interpersonal skills. S: Emails, chats, and video calls allow teams across continents to work together seamlessly.

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Q32Para-Jumbles
hard

Arrange in logical order: P: This led to the rapid growth of e-commerce platforms. Q: The pandemic forced millions of consumers to shop online for the first time. R: Traditional retailers, unable to adapt quickly, saw dramatic revenue declines. S: The shift in consumer behavior permanently altered the retail landscape.

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Q33Para-Jumbles
medium

Choose the sentence that does NOT belong in this paragraph: "A: Reading regularly improves vocabulary and comprehension skills. B: The library offers free membership to all residents. C: It also enhances critical thinking and analytical abilities. D: Students who read consistently tend to perform better academically."

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Q34Business Writing
easy

Which is the most professionally appropriate subject line for an email requesting a meeting?

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Q35Business Writing
medium

Choose the most appropriate closing for a formal business email to a client you've never met:

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Q36Business Writing
medium

Which version of this sentence is most appropriate for a formal report?

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Q37Business Writing
easy

Identify the error in this professional email opening: "Dear Mr. Rajan, I hope your doing well. I am writing to enquire about..."

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Q38Idioms & Phrases
easy

"Burning the midnight oil" means:

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Q39Idioms & Phrases
medium

What does "hit the nail on the head" mean?

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Q40Idioms & Phrases
medium

Choose the correct meaning of "to beat around the bush":

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Q41Cloze Test
medium

Fill in the blank: "The new software update was ______ by the users, who appreciated the improved speed and redesigned interface."

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Q42Cloze Test
medium

"The merger between the two companies was ______ by both boards of directors, as it promised significant synergies and market expansion opportunities."

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Q43Cloze Test
hard

"The politician's speech was ______ yet ______; he made strong points but wrapped them in so many qualifications that his core message was lost."

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Q44Error Spotting
medium

Spot the error: "(A) The number of students (B) who have enrolled (C) in the new course (D) are increasing every semester."

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Q45Error Spotting
medium

Spot the error: "(A) Each of the team members (B) were required (C) to submit (D) their individual reports."

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Q46Error Spotting
hard

Spot the error: "(A) Scarcely had (B) she entered the office (C) than the phone (D) rang."

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Q47Inference
medium

What tone does the author use in: "Despite receiving widespread acclaim, the film was a commercial disappointment, failing to recover even half its production budget in the first month."

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Q48Inference
hard
Passage

The politician smiled broadly as he announced another 'temporary' measure that had somehow outlasted three administrations.

What can be inferred from the quotation marks around 'temporary'?

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Q49Inference
medium
Passage

After years of promises, the infrastructure project has been delayed yet again. Citizens who once waited with hope have replaced their optimism with resignation.

What can be inferred about public sentiment?

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Q50Inference
easy

"All the lights in the house were off. There were no cars in the driveway. Newspapers had piled up on the porch."

What can most reasonably be inferred?

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Q51Vocabulary
easy

Choose the antonym of "BENEVOLENT":

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Q52Vocabulary
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Choose the synonym of "DILIGENT":

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Q53Vocabulary
medium

Choose the word that means "excessive or insincere praise":

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Q54Vocabulary
hard

Choose the word closest in meaning to "EQUANIMITY":

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Q55Vocabulary
medium

"IMPETUOUS" most closely means:

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Q56Grammar
medium

Choose the correct option: "Between you and ______, I think the project deadline is unrealistic."

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Q57Grammar
hard

Identify the sentence with the correct use of "fewer" vs "less":

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Q58Grammar
medium

Select the correctly written sentence:

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Q59Grammar
easy

Fill in the blank: "She is much more experienced than ______."

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Q60Grammar
medium

Which sentence correctly uses "its" vs "it's"?

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