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Punjab Public Service Commission — Complete MCQ Bank

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PPSC examinations recruit candidates for Punjab government departments and commonly test general knowledge, current affairs, English and post-related subjects.

Punjab AffairsGeneral KnowledgeCurrent AffairsEnglish
Give special attention to Punjab geography, history and administration alongside the advertised post’s specialist syllabus.
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1211
English Medium

Choose the correct synonym of 'Adversity'.

  • AProsperity
  • BHardship
  • CComfort
  • DLuxury
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Correct Answer: Option B — Hardship
Explanation: 'Adversity' refers to difficult or unfavorable circumstances. 'Hardship' conveys the same sense of difficulty or suffering, making it the correct synonym.
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1212
English Easy

Choose the correct antonym of 'Generous'.

  • ACharitable
  • BStingy
  • CKind
  • DHelpful
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Correct Answer: Option B — Stingy
Explanation: 'Generous' means willing to give freely. Its antonym 'Stingy' describes someone unwilling to spend or share, representing the opposite trait.
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1213
English Medium

Choose the correct synonym of 'Eloquent'.

  • AArticulate
  • BMute
  • CConfused
  • DAwkward
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Correct Answer: Option A — Articulate
Explanation: 'Eloquent' refers to fluent and persuasive speaking ability. 'Articulate' carries a similar meaning of expressing oneself clearly and effectively.
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1214
English Easy

Choose the correct antonym of 'Diligent'.

  • AHardworking
  • BLazy
  • CSincere
  • DActive
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Correct Answer: Option B — Lazy
Explanation: 'Diligent' means showing care and effort in one's work. Its antonym 'Lazy' describes an unwillingness to work or make an effort.
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1215
English Medium

Choose the correct synonym of 'Ambiguous'.

  • AClear
  • BVague
  • CCertain
  • DObvious
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Correct Answer: Option B — Vague
Explanation: 'Ambiguous' means open to more than one interpretation or unclear. 'Vague' shares this meaning of lacking clarity, making it the correct synonym.
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1216
English Easy

Choose the correct antonym of 'Reluctant'.

  • AHesitant
  • BWilling
  • CUnwilling
  • DDoubtful
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Correct Answer: Option B — Willing
Explanation: 'Reluctant' means unwilling or hesitant to do something. Its antonym 'Willing' indicates readiness or eagerness, which is the opposite sentiment.
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1217
English Medium

Choose the correct synonym of 'Meticulous'.

  • ACareless
  • BCareful
  • CHasty
  • DLazy
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Correct Answer: Option B — Careful
Explanation: 'Meticulous' means showing great attention to detail. 'Careful' closely matches this meaning, while the other options suggest a lack of attentiveness.
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1218
English Easy

Choose the correct antonym of 'Optimistic'.

  • AHopeful
  • BPessimistic
  • CConfident
  • DCheerful
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Correct Answer: Option B — Pessimistic
Explanation: 'Optimistic' refers to having a positive outlook. Its antonym 'Pessimistic' means expecting the worst outcome, directly opposing the original meaning.
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1219
English Easy

Choose the correct synonym of 'Candid'.

  • AFrank
  • BSecretive
  • CDeceptive
  • DShy
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Correct Answer: Option A — Frank
Explanation: 'Candid' means truthful and straightforward. 'Frank' carries the same meaning of being open and honest in expression, making it the correct synonym.
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1220
English Easy

Choose the correct antonym of 'Abundant'.

  • APlentiful
  • BScarce
  • CGenerous
  • DHuge
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Correct Answer: Option B — Scarce
Explanation: 'Abundant' means existing in large quantities. Its antonym 'Scarce' means insufficient or in short supply, making it the opposite in meaning.
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