GAT Verbal Reasoning 2

Question 1

In the Qudurat exam, a passage states: 'Despite the harsh desert climate, Saudi Arabia has developed extensive agricultural projects.' What inference can be drawn?

Accepted Answer

Technological innovation and investment have overcome natural environmental challenges

Answer

The word 'despite' signals a contrast between the challenge (harsh desert climate) and the achievement (extensive agriculture). The inference is that human innovation and investment overcame the natural limitations.

Question 2

Which word pair shows the SAME relationship as 'pen : writer'?

Accepted Answer

Scalpel : surgeon

Answer

A pen is the primary tool used by a writer, just as a scalpel is the primary tool used by a surgeon. Both pairs show a tool-to-professional relationship.

Question 3

Complete the sentence: 'The Saudi Vision 2030 initiative aims to _____ the economy by reducing dependence on oil.'

Accepted Answer

diversify

Answer

The context clue 'reducing dependence on oil' indicates broadening economic sources, which means diversification. Saudi Vision 2030 specifically aims to diversify the economy through tourism, entertainment, technology, and other sectors.

Question 4

Which word does NOT belong with the others: 'Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Nile, Makkah'?

Accepted Answer

Nile

Answer

Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Makkah are all cities in Saudi Arabia. The Nile is a river in Africa and does not belong in this group of Saudi cities.

Question 5

In the sentence 'The student's performance was _____ ; she scored the highest marks in every subject,' which word best completes the blank?

Accepted Answer

exceptional

Answer

The clause 'scored the highest marks in every subject' indicates outstanding performance. 'Exceptional' is the only word that aligns with this meaning of remarkable achievement.

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GAT Verbal Reasoning 2