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Word Usage: IBPS Clerk Pre Memory Based Quiz Slot 2(08.12.2018)

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Question 1

Direction: In the following question, a word is given that is followed by three statements. All these three statements carry the given word. Identify the sentence(s) in which the word fits to make them grammatically correct and meaningful.
Hamper
I. The Centre’s move to direct oil marketing companies to lower auto fuel price hampers the confidence of oil companies in investments made in India.
II. Metro Railway services were hampered for 15 minutes on Monday afternoon.
III. High street retailers, Marks & Spencer and John Lewis & Partners, have also released their own hampers which are far more affordable than the luxury offerings.

Question 2

Direction: In the following question, a word is given that is followed by three statements. All these three statements carry the given word. Identify the sentence(s) in which the word fits to make them grammatically correct and meaningful.
Tact
I. The kind judge was tactful when he informed the dancer of her elimination from the show.
II. They came up with a tactfully to reach their destination in the fastest time possible.
III. He had an engaging personality and used tact in dealing with his patients.

Question 3

Direction: In the following question, a word is given, which has been used in the three statements given below it. Identify the statement(s) in which the word fits contextually to convey a logical meaning.
Adage
I. Despite what that old adage says, I like to have my cake, eat it, and then have another piece.
II. Among other things, the writer is famous for adaging his philosophical ideals.
III. Tired of all the same old sayings, he adaged a new thought.

Question 4

Direction: In the following question, a word is given, which has been used in the three statements given below it. Identify the statement(s) in which the word fits contextually to convey a logical meaning.
Malaise
1) After his dog died, he remained malaised for several months.
2) Many citizens who live near the contaminated river are complaining of a malaise that keeps them bedridden.
3) Weeks before his heart attack, Mr Robbin kept mentioning how he felt malaiseful and not like his normal self.

Question 5

Direction: In the following question, a word is given followed by three statements. All these three statements carry the given word which has been highlighted. Identify the sentence(s) in which the word fits contextually to convey a logical meaning.
Century
1) Making a century and propelling his team to a win was a fitting reply from the captain.
2) Following a century-old tradition the husband decided to visit the hilltop temple with his wife.
3) The century was filled with a great diversity of animals.
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