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Directions: Replace the number with the word(s)that best fit(s) the meaning of the passage as a whole.
Thoughts are like seeds. Some seeds give (46)_________ within weeks and some, after several years. The moment you (47)_________ a strong thought, nature starts its work. When totality is working to fulfill that thought, we change that thought and create a new thought. Thereafter totality again starts working on new thoughts. If you keep on (48)__________ your thoughts, there will be total (49) _________ in the plans of nature. A half baked understanding of this law will be harmful rather than being benevolent. Therefore before you entertain a thought, please filter it through your (50)____________and then pursue your desire.
Question: 1

From the following select the appropriate word to replace number 46 in the above passage.

Updated On: Nov 25, 2025
  • results
  • flowers
  • outcomes
  • effects
  • fruits
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The Correct Option is

Solution and Explanation

The correct answer is option (E):
fruits

The question is asking for the most suitable word to substitute for "46" in a passage. The options provided are all nouns. To determine the correct answer, we need context. However, assuming "46" represents something that comes from or is the consequence of something else, the best fit among the options is "fruits."

Think of it this way: fruits are the end products, the tangible results of a plant's development. Similarly, the passage likely describes a process that yields something. While "results," "outcomes," and "effects" could also be used to describe the end product, "fruits" is the most concrete and fitting analogy here. "Flowers" is incorrect because flowers are not the typical end result of a process. The analogy is not about something that "comes from" another but something that "is the product of" another.
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Question: 2

From the following select the appropriate word to replace number 47 in the above passage.

Updated On: Nov 25, 2025
  • amuse
  • divert
  • deflect
  • entertain
  • distract
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

The correct answer is option (D):
entertain

To determine the best word to replace "number 47" (which is, in this context, acting as a placeholder for a missing word in a passage), we need to consider the context of the sentence where "number 47" is located. The provided question doesn't give us the passage, but it gives us possible words and the implication that the word to be chosen would have a similar meaning to the word "entertain."

"Entertain" means to provide amusement or enjoyment. The other options have related, but slightly different, meanings:

* "Amuse" suggests causing someone to laugh or smile; a lighter form of entertainment.
* "Divert" means to turn someone's attention away from something.
* "Deflect" means to cause something to change direction.
* "Distract" means to take someone's attention away from something.

Since the instruction indicates the choices are to be compared with "entertain," the word that best aligns with providing enjoyment or amusement to an audience is the most suitable replacement. Without the passage it is hard to say for sure, but given the provided options, "entertain" itself is the most logical fit. It's a general term that encompasses providing enjoyment, fitting with the prompt's implied context.
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Question: 3

From the following select the appropriate word to replace number 48 in the above passage.

Updated On: Nov 25, 2025
  • exchanging
  • changing
  • swapping
  • dreaming
  • visualizing
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

The correct answer is option (B):
changing

The question is asking for a word that logically replaces the word implied to be at position 48 in a passage. Since we don't have the original passage, we need to choose the option that fits most generally. Considering the options provided:

- Exchanging, swapping, and changing all imply making an alteration or substitution.
- Dreaming and visualizing refer to mental processes.

The most versatile word among the options, and the one that often fits a wide range of contexts in terms of replacing a word in a passage, is "changing". It suggests an alteration, modification, or transformation of something. The other options are more specific in their meaning. Unless provided more context, "changing" is the best fit.
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Question: 4

From the following select the appropriate word to replace number 49 in the above passage.

Updated On: Nov 25, 2025
  • commotion
  • fuss
  • chaos
  • tumult
  • clamor
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

The correct answer is option (C):
chaos

The question likely refers to a previous passage where the word "number 49" appeared and needed to be replaced with a more suitable synonym. Understanding the context of that passage is key, but based solely on the options, we can reason this out. The options are all words that describe a state of disorder or unrest.

* commotion: A state of confused and noisy disturbance.
* fuss: A display of unnecessary excitement, activity, or protest.
* chaos: Complete disorder and confusion.
* tumult: A loud, confused noise, especially one caused by a large mass of people.
* clamor: A loud and confused noise, especially of people shouting vehemently.

"Chaos" is the most encompassing and strongest term for complete disorder, and therefore the best replacement for the generic "number 49" that implies a missing word. The other words might describe aspects of chaos, but "chaos" itself is the most direct and accurate synonym when no specific context is given. Therefore, without any context, "chaos" is the best word to substitute for "number 49".
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Question: 5

From the following select the appropriate word to replace number 50 in the above passage.

Updated On: Nov 25, 2025
  • intellect
  • brain
  • mind
  • psyche
  • awareness
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

The correct answer is option (A):
intellect

The question is asking for a synonym for "number 50" within a hypothetical passage. The context of "number 50" suggests it's referring to something within the human cognitive sphere, specifically a facet of intelligence or understanding.

Here's a breakdown of why "intellect" is the best fit:

* **Intellect:** Refers to the faculty of reasoning, understanding, and acquiring knowledge. This aligns well with the idea of a numbered item representing a specific component of mental capacity, or a point in a sequence related to cognitive function.

* **Brain:** While the brain is the physical organ responsible for thought, "intellect" describes the process or capacity of thinking, rather than the physical structure itself. The passage likely deals with the function of thinking rather than the organ's anatomy.

* **Mind:** The mind is a broader term encompassing thoughts, feelings, and consciousness. While "mind" includes intellect, it is less specific. "Intellect" better targets the aspect of cognitive ability.

* **Psyche:** Deals with the soul, or the mental and emotional state. This is a related concept but focuses on emotion and the unconscious more than specific cognitive abilities.

* **Awareness:** Refers to consciousness of something. While it relates to the mind, it focuses on being conscious of facts. "Intellect" has a wider meaning to include the entire cognitive capacity.

Therefore, "intellect" is the most precise and appropriate replacement for "number 50" because it directly relates to the cognitive ability or aspect of intelligence, aligning with a numerical sequence signifying a facet of cognition.
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