One Word Substitution Practice Questions

5 questions per page • Detailed step-by-step solutions

Directions (Q. )

In each of the following questions, out of the four alternatives, choose the one that can substitute the given word or sentence.

Question 16
Hard
The philosophical theory that the self is the only entity that can be known and verified to exist
A Positivism
B Determinism
C Solipsism
D Relativism
Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Step 1: Analyze components: Epistemological stance asserting nothing exists or is knowable beyond one's own mind. Step 2: Evaluate options: - Solipsism: the view or theory that the self is all that can be known to exist (Correct term). - Determinism: the doctrine that all events, including human action, are ultimately determined by causes external to the will. - Positivism: a philosophical system recognizing only that which can be scientifically verified. - Relativism: the doctrine that knowledge, truth, and morality exist in relation to culture, society, or historical context. Step 3: 'Solipsism' is the exact substitute.
Question 17
Easy
An extreme or irrational fear of open or crowded public spaces
A Acrophobia
B Claustrophobia
C Agoraphobia
D Xenophobia
Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Step 1: Identify root: Greek 'agora' (open public marketplace) + 'phobia' (morbid fear). Step 2: Evaluate options: - Agoraphobia: extreme or irrational fear of entering open or crowded places (Correct term). - Claustrophobia: extreme fear of confined, narrow, or enclosed spaces. - Acrophobia: extreme fear of heights. - Xenophobia: dislike of or prejudice against people from other countries. Step 3: 'Agoraphobia' accurately matches the definition.
Question 18
Easy
One who is all-powerful and possesses unlimited authority
A Omnipotent
B Omniscient
C Omnipresent
D Omnivorous
Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Step 1: Analyze the roots: 'Omni' (all) + 'Potent' (having great power/influence). Step 2: Evaluate options: - Omnipotent: having unlimited power (Correct term). - Omniscient: knowing everything ('sci' = know). - Omnipresent: widely or constantly present everywhere. - Omnivorous: feeding on both animal and plant substances. Step 3: 'Omnipotent' is the exact substitute.
Question 19
Hard
An artistic work, musical composition, or literary piece that imitates the style of another artist or work in homage
A Plagiarism
B Parody
C Pastiche
D Lampoon
Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Step 1: Understand nuance: Stylistic imitation designed as an artistic homage or compilation rather than ridicule. Step 2: Evaluate options: - Pastiche: an artistic work in a style that imitates that of another work, artist, or period respectfully (Correct term). - Parody: an imitation of the style of a particular writer, artist, or genre with deliberate exaggeration for comic effect. - Plagiarism: the practice of taking someone else's work or ideas and passing them off as one's own without attribution. - Lampoon: a speech or text criticizing someone or something by using ridicule or sarcasm. Step 3: 'Pastiche' represents respectful stylistic imitation.
Question 20
Moderate
A person who walks in their sleep
A Insomniac
B Somniloquist
C Somnambulist
D Noctambulist
Correct Answer: C

Explanation:

Step 1: Identify root components: 'Somn-' (sleep) + '-ambulist' (walker). Step 2: Evaluate options: - Somnambulist: a person who walks around while asleep; sleepwalker (Primary standard term). - Somniloquist: a person who talks in their sleep ('loqui' = speak). - Insomniac: a person who suffers from chronic sleeplessness. - Noctambulist: night-walker (Somnambulist is the primary medical/standard choice). Step 3: 'Somnambulist' is the correct term.