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Choose the correct conditional sentence.

A If I will have time, I will call you.
B If I have time, I will call you.
C If I had time, I will call you.
D If I have time, I would call you.

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Correct Answer: Option B — If I have time, I will call you.

Explanation: In a first conditional sentence expressing a real future possibility, the structure requires the present simple in the 'if' clause and 'will' in the main clause, as in option B.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Identify the sentence with a subject-verb agreement error.

A The list of items is on the table.
B The list of items are on the table.
C Each of the students has submitted the assignment.
D Neither of the answers is correct.

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Correct Answer: Option B — The list of items are on the table.

Explanation: The subject 'list' is singular, so the verb should be 'is' rather than 'are'. Option B incorrectly uses a plural verb with a singular subject, making it grammatically wrong.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correctly structured sentence using the past perfect tense.

A He had finished his work before she arrived.
B He has finished his work before she arrived.
C He finish his work before she arrived.
D He finishing his work before she arrived.

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Correct Answer: Option A — He had finished his work before she arrived.

Explanation: The past perfect tense 'had finished' correctly indicates an action completed before another past action ('arrived'), making option A grammatically accurate.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the sentence with the correct use of articles.

A He is an university student.
B He is a university student.
C He is the university student of class.
D He is university student.

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Correct Answer: Option B — He is a university student.

Explanation: Although 'university' begins with a vowel letter, it starts with a consonant sound /j/, so the article 'a' is used instead of 'an', making option B correct.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Identify the correctly punctuated sentence.

A Despite of the rain, we went out.
B Although the rain, we went out.
C Despite the rain, we went out.
D In spite the rain, we went out.

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Correct Answer: Option C — Despite the rain, we went out.

Explanation: 'Despite' is followed directly by a noun without the preposition 'of'. Therefore, 'Despite the rain, we went out' is grammatically correct, unlike the other constructions.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct antonym of 'Transparent'.

A Clear
B Opaque
C Obvious
D Visible

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Correct Answer: Option B — Opaque

Explanation: 'Transparent' means easy to see through or understand clearly. Its antonym 'Opaque' refers to something that cannot be seen through, the opposite quality.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct synonym of 'Arduous'.

A Easy
B Difficult
C Simple
D Effortless

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Correct Answer: Option B — Difficult

Explanation: 'Arduous' means involving strenuous effort or difficulty. 'Difficult' conveys the same sense of requiring significant effort to accomplish.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct antonym of 'Compassionate'.

A Caring
B Sympathetic
C Indifferent
D Kind

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Correct Answer: Option C — Indifferent

Explanation: 'Compassionate' means showing sympathy and concern for others. Its antonym 'Indifferent' describes a lack of concern or interest in others' suffering.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct synonym of 'Obsolete'.

A Modern
B Outdated
C Current
D Innovative

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Correct Answer: Option B — Outdated

Explanation: 'Obsolete' means no longer in use or out of date. 'Outdated' carries the same meaning of being old-fashioned or no longer relevant.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct synonym of 'Pragmatic'.

A Idealistic
B Practical
C Theoretical
D Naive

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Correct Answer: Option B — Practical

Explanation: 'Pragmatic' means dealing with matters realistically and sensibly. 'Practical' conveys this same approach of focusing on workable solutions.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct antonym of 'Vivid'.

A Bright
B Dull
C Colorful
D Striking

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Correct Answer: Option B — Dull

Explanation: 'Vivid' means producing powerful feelings or clear images. Its antonym 'Dull' describes something lacking brightness or intensity.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct antonym of 'Ample'.

A Sufficient
B Insufficient
C Plentiful
D Abundant

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Correct Answer: Option B — Insufficient

Explanation: 'Ample' means enough or more than enough. Its antonym 'Insufficient' refers to an inadequate amount, representing the opposite condition.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct synonym of 'Inevitable'.

A Avoidable
B Unavoidable
C Uncertain
D Possible

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Correct Answer: Option B — Unavoidable

Explanation: 'Inevitable' means certain to happen and impossible to avoid. 'Unavoidable' shares this exact meaning, making it the correct synonym.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct synonym of 'Frugal'.

A Wasteful
B Thrifty
C Extravagant
D Generous

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Correct Answer: Option B — Thrifty

Explanation: 'Frugal' means being economical with money or resources. 'Thrifty' conveys the same careful and sparing use of resources, making it the correct synonym.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct antonym of 'Lucid'.

A Clear
B Confusing
C Transparent
D Plain

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Correct Answer: Option B — Confusing

Explanation: 'Lucid' means easy to understand or clear in expression. Its antonym 'Confusing' describes something difficult to comprehend, the opposite of clarity.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct synonym of 'Perpetual'.

A Temporary
B Eternal
C Brief
D Occasional

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Correct Answer: Option B — Eternal

Explanation: 'Perpetual' means never ending or constantly occurring. 'Eternal' shares this meaning of continuing indefinitely, making it the correct synonym.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct antonym of 'Concise'.

A Brief
B Lengthy
C Short
D Compact

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Correct Answer: Option B — Lengthy

Explanation: 'Concise' means expressing much in few words. Its antonym 'Lengthy' describes something that is excessively long or drawn out.

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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct synonym of 'Adversity'.

A Prosperity
B Hardship
C Comfort
D Luxury

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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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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct synonym of 'Eloquent'.

A Articulate
B Mute
C Confused
D Awkward

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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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Medium fpsc ppsc nts

Choose the correct synonym of 'Ambiguous'.

A Clear
B Vague
C Certain
D Obvious

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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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