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Synonyms

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English

Which of the following is a synonym for "riven by"?

A
United by
B
Strengthened by
C
Split by
D
Supported by
Explanation and memory cue

"Riven by" means split or torn apart by something, so "Split by" is the correct synonym. The other options imply unity or support, which are opposite in meaning.

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Idioms and Phrases

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English

Choose the appropriate meaning of the idiom from the choices given: 'To keep the pot boiling.'

A
To maintain interest
B
To heat
C
To show anger
D
To do experiments
Explanation and memory cue

The idiom 'to keep the pot boiling' means to maintain interest or keep a situation active and engaging. This matches option A, making it the correct choice.

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Synonyms

easy
English

What is the nearest meaning of the word "scathing"?

A
Mild
B
Severe or harsh
C
Supportive
D
Praise
Explanation and memory cue

The word "scathing" means severely critical or harsh, so the closest meaning among the options is "Severe or harsh."

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Prepositions

easy
English

Samra is good _____ mathematics.

A
In
B
For
C
At
D
To
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'good' when referring to a subject or skill is 'at'. Therefore, 'Samra is good at mathematics' is the correct sentence.

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One Word Substitutes

easy
English

A doctor who treats children is called ___________.

A
Pedophile
B
Fatalist
C
Pediatrician
D
Pedagogue
Explanation and memory cue

A doctor who treats children is called a Pediatrician. The other options have different meanings: Pedophile refers to an adult attracted to children, Fatalist believes in fate, and Pedagogue means a teacher.

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One Word Substitutes

easy
English

A person who wants to destroy all government and orders:

A
Brail
B
Anarchist
C
Biped
D
Crank
Explanation and memory cue

An anarchist is a person who wants to destroy all government and social orders, which matches the definition given in the question. The other options do not fit this meaning.

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Synonyms

easy
English

Synonym of "inane" is __________.

A
lifeless
B
senseless
C
hopeless
D
faithless
Explanation and memory cue

The word "inane" means silly or senseless, so the synonym "senseless" (option B) is the correct choice. The other options do not closely match the meaning of "inane."

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Idioms and Phrases

easy
English

"Make sheep’s eyes at" means: ________?

A
look at (someone) in a foolishly amorous way
B
Leer at
C
Gaze at
D
None of These
Explanation and memory cue

The idiom "make sheep's eyes at" means to look at someone in a shy, amorous, or affectionate way, often foolishly or bashfully. Option A correctly captures this meaning, while the other options are either too general or incorrect.

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Fill In The Blanks

easy
English

_______ me, I would be happy to dedicate a few extra hours for the humanitarian cause.

A
As of
B
As for
C
As from
D
None of These
Explanation and memory cue

The phrase 'As for me' is used to introduce a statement about oneself, making option B the correct choice. The other options do not fit grammatically or contextually in this sentence.

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Fill In The Blanks

easy
English

He is very careful. He __________ his children to drive his car in rush hour traffic.

A
does not allow
B
did not allow
C
allowed
D
allow
Explanation and memory cue

The sentence is in the present tense and describes a habitual action, so the present tense negative form 'does not allow' is correct. The other options either use incorrect tense or form.