English MCQ

WBCS Preliminary Question Paper – 2023 6. I am indebted to my friend’s wise _____. (A) council (B) councel (C) counsil (D) counsel Explanation: (D) counsel is the correct answer. “Counsel” means advice or guidance. 14. He has ____ meticulous in ____ the project, ____ rise to ____ irregularities. (A) not being; overseen; given; much … Read more

WBCS Preliminary Question – 2023 1. Choose the word which is the antonym of ‘Chide’. (A) Scold (B) Chastise (C) Praise (D) Arraign Explanation: (C) Praise is the correct answer. To “chide” someone is to scold or rebuke them. Therefore, the direct opposite is to express approval or admiration (praise). Other Options: WBCS Preliminary Question … Read more

WBCS Preliminary Question Paper 2023 5. Select the word that best replaces the italicized word in both of the following sentences. (i) The police are trying to control the crowd. (ii) Junk food may have high levels of harmful chemicals. (hold, carry, accommodate) (A) check (B) blame (C) contain (D) incorporate Explanation: (C) contain is … Read more