36. Greed is to generosity as rancour is to ___________
(A) politeness (B) affection (C) sincerity (D) simplicity
Answer:
(B) affection
Explanation:
Greed is the antonym of generosity, just as rancour (bitterness/hostility) is the antonym of affection.
37. Ornithology is to birds as ___________ is to mind.
(A) biology (B) psychology (C) psychiatry (D) physiology
Answer:
(B) psychology
Explanation:
Ornithology is the scientific study of birds, while psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior.
38. A tiger lives in a ___________ or den.
(A) lair (B) hole (C) asylum (D) convent
Answer:
(A) lair
Explanation:
A lair is a wild animal’s resting place, specifically used for large predators like tigers.
39. A dog lives in a ___________
(A) kennel (B) eyrie (C) byres (D) den
Answer:
(A) kennel
Explanation:
A kennel is a small shelter or house specifically made for dogs.
40. The controversy centered ___________ his behaviour.
(A) around (B) in (C) about (D) regarding
Answer:
(A) around
Explanation:
The phrase “centered around” (or “centered on”) is standard English for indicating the main subject of attention.
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