Free OC General Ability Questions and Answers — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which of the following is most similar in meaning to sad:
- Happy
- Tears
- Unhappy (Correct answer)
- Cry
- None of the above
Correct answer: Unhappy
The word 'sad' describes a feeling of sorrow, unhappiness, or dejection. Among the given options, 'unhappy' is the most direct and accurate synonym, as it expresses the same emotional state. While 'tears' and 'cry' are associated with sadness, they are physical manifestations rather than the emotion itself, and 'happy' is an antonym.
Question 2: SMELL is to NOSE, as SOUND is to:
- Ear (Correct answer)
- Music
- Eye
- Trumpet
- None of the above
Correct answer: Ear
This is an analogy question based on the relationship between a sense and the organ responsible for that sense. Just as the NOSE is the sensory organ used for the sense of SMELL, the EAR is the sensory organ used for the sense of SOUND. The other options are either unrelated organs or objects associated with sound but not the primary hearing organ.
Question 3: Select the two statements that together prove that: Kelly has brown hair
- Kelly has long hair.
- Rachael has brown hair.
- Rachael is ten years old.
- Kelly’s hair is the same colour as Rachael’s.
- Rachael has short hair.
- B and D (Correct answer)
Correct answer: B and D
To logically prove that 'Kelly has brown hair,' we need two statements that connect Kelly to the characteristic of having brown hair. Statement B establishes that 'Rachael has brown hair.' Statement D then links Kelly to Rachael by stating 'Kelly’s hair is the same colour as Rachael’s.' Combining these two statements directly leads to the conclusion that Kelly also has brown hair.
Question 4: Which of the following is most similar in meaning to particular:
- Special
- Simple
- Careful
- Specific (Correct answer)
- Obvious
Correct answer: Specific
The word 'particular' means relating to a specific person or thing, or being distinct from others. 'Specific' is the closest synonym, as it also refers to something precise, definite, or clearly defined. While 'special' can sometimes imply particularity, 'specific' more accurately captures the essence of being distinct and precise.
Question 5: All of the words below are alike in some way. vigilant, precise, meticulous, particular Which of the following options could not be included?
- Careful
- Thorough
- Detailed
- Perfectionistic
- Hasty (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Hasty
The words 'vigilant,' 'precise,' 'meticulous,' and 'particular' all describe qualities of being very careful, attentive to detail, and thorough. 'Hasty,' however, means done with excessive speed or urgency, often implying a lack of careful consideration or attention to detail. Therefore, 'hasty' is an antonym to the other words and does not fit the group.
Which of the following is most similar in meaning to sad: