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Subject 1

General Knowledge

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Topic Section

Global Summits

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Q 1 General Knowledge Global Summits

Where was the Global Climate Action Summit 2018 held?

A

Paris, France

B

California, USA

C

London, UK

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: California, USA

Correct Answer: California, USA

The Global Climate Action Summit 2018 was held in San Francisco, California, USA, to address climate change and bring together global leaders.

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World Landmarks

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Q 2 General Knowledge World Landmarks

Eiffel Tower is located in which city of France?

A

Lyon

B

Paris

C

Grenoble

D

Marseille

View answer & explanation Ans: Paris

Correct Answer: Paris

The Eiffel Tower is a wrought-iron lattice tower on the Champ de Mars in Paris, France, and is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world.

Q 3 General Knowledge World Landmarks

Wentworth Woodhouse is situated in?

A

Spain

B

USA

C

U.K

D

Russia

View answer & explanation Ans: U.K

Correct Answer: U.K

Wentworth Woodhouse is a massive Grade I listed country house located in South Yorkshire, England (U.K).

Q 6 General Knowledge World Landmarks

Where is 'Great Buddha of Kamakura' situated?

A

China

B

Thailand

C

Japan

D

South Korea

View answer & explanation Ans: Japan

Correct Answer: Japan

The Great Buddha of Kamakura is a monumental outdoor bronze statue of Amida Buddha located in Kamakura, Japan.

Q 11 General Knowledge World Landmarks

Acropolis of Athens is in:

A

Rome

B

Greece

C

Olympia

D

Paris

View answer & explanation Ans: Greece

Correct Answer: Greece

The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens, Greece.

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Natural Resources

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Q 4 General Knowledge Natural Resources

Which country has the largest crude oil reserves?

A

Saudi Arabia

B

USA

C

Venezuela

D

Qatar

View answer & explanation Ans: Venezuela

Correct Answer: Venezuela

Venezuela has the largest proven crude oil reserves in the world, estimated at over 300 billion barrels, although extraction is economically challenging.

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International Organizations

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Q 5 General Knowledge International Organizations

Where was SAARC summit 2004 held?

A

Delhi

B

Dhaka

C

Katmandu

D

Islamabad

View answer & explanation Ans: Islamabad

Correct Answer: Islamabad

The 12th SAARC Summit was held in Islamabad, Pakistan, in January 2004.

Q 13 General Knowledge International Organizations

How many main organs of UNO are there?

A

4

B

6

C

8

D

10

View answer & explanation Ans: 6

Correct Answer: 6

The UN has 6 main organs: the General Assembly, Security Council, Economic and Social Council, Trusteeship Council, International Court of Justice, and UN Secretariat.

Q 19 General Knowledge International Organizations

SAARC was founded in:

A

Kathmandu

B

Islamabad

C

Dhaka

D

Delhi

View answer & explanation Ans: Dhaka

Correct Answer: Dhaka

The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) was established in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on December 8, 1985.

Q 20 General Knowledge International Organizations

How many countries are presently members of the Non-Aligned Movement?

A

100

B

120

C

140

D

191

View answer & explanation Ans: 120

Correct Answer: 120

The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) currently consists of 120 member states, primarily from developing nations.

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World Capitals

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Q 7 General Knowledge World Capitals

Which of the following is the capital of Qatar?

A

Doha

B

Manama

C

Tehran

D

Istanbul

View answer & explanation Ans: Doha

Correct Answer: Doha

Doha is the capital and most populous city of the State of Qatar.

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Military Awards

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Q 8 General Knowledge Military Awards

Iron Cross is the highest Military award of:

A

Japan

B

Britain

C

Germany

D

France

View answer & explanation Ans: Germany

Correct Answer: Germany

The Iron Cross was a prominent military decoration in the Kingdom of Prussia, and later in the German Empire and Nazi Germany.

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Historical Figures

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Q 9 General Knowledge Historical Figures

Ibn-i-Battuta, the famous Muslim explorer who came to India during regime of Mohammad Bin Tughlaq, belonged to which country?

A

Iran

B

Morocco

C

Iraq

D

Spain

View answer & explanation Ans: Morocco

Correct Answer: Morocco

Ibn Battuta was a renowned 14th-century Moroccan scholar and explorer who extensively traveled the medieval world.

Q 36 General Knowledge Historical Figures

Indira Gandhi was the daughter of:

A

Motilal Nehru

B

Jawaharlal Nehru

C

Rajiv Gandhi

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Jawaharlal Nehru

Correct Answer: Jawaharlal Nehru

Indira Gandhi, the first female Prime Minister of India, was the daughter of India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru.

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World Geography

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Q 10 General Knowledge World Geography

Horseshoe bay is situated in which country?

A

Mexico

B

Japan

C

Canada

D

Australia

View answer & explanation Ans: Australia

Correct Answer: Australia

While there are multiple Horseshoe Bays globally (e.g., in Canada and Bermuda), a highly prominent one is located in Queensland, Australia.

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Demographics

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Q 14 General Knowledge Demographics

Which country has the most languages in the world?

A

Indonesia

B

Papua New Guinea

C

Nigeria

D

Cambodia

View answer & explanation Ans: Papua New Guinea

Correct Answer: Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea is the most linguistically diverse country in the world, with over 800 known indigenous languages.

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World Airlines

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Q 15 General Knowledge World Airlines

Qantas is an airline of which country?

A

Saudi Arabia

B

Australia

C

UAE

D

Malaysia

View answer & explanation Ans: Australia

Correct Answer: Australia

Qantas is the flag carrier of Australia and its largest airline by fleet size, international flights, and international destinations.

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International Boundaries

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Q 16 General Knowledge International Boundaries

Boundary Line between North and South Korea is called?

A

17th Parallel Line

B

38th Parallel Line

C

49th Parallel Line

D

LOC

View answer & explanation Ans: 38th Parallel Line

Correct Answer: 38th Parallel Line

The 38th parallel north formed the border between North and South Korea prior to the Korean War and remains close to the current Demilitarized Zone (DMZ).

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World Languages

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Q 18 General Knowledge World Languages

Most spoken language in the world is:

A

Spanish

B

English

C

Chinese

D

Arabic

View answer & explanation Ans: English

Correct Answer: English

While Mandarin Chinese has the most native speakers, English is the most spoken language globally when combining native and non-native speakers.

Subject 2

Current Affairs

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International Relations

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Q 12 Current Affairs International Relations

Which country banned telecommunication company China Huawei from its 5G network?

A

India

B

Japan

C

UK

D

France

View answer & explanation Ans: UK

Correct Answer: UK

In 2020, the UK government ordered a ban on the Chinese tech giant Huawei from its 5G networks due to security concerns.

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Global Health

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Q 17 Current Affairs Global Health

Which country is most affected by COVID-19?

A

U.S.A.

B

Italy

C

India

D

Brazil

View answer & explanation Ans: U.S.A.

Correct Answer: U.S.A.

The United States recorded the highest total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths globally during the pandemic.

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Topic Section

CPEC

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Q 23 Current Affairs CPEC

When will CPEC be fully operational?

A

2025

B

2030

C

2035

D

2040

View answer & explanation Ans: 2030

Correct Answer: 2030

The Long-Term Plan for the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) targets its complete operational framework to be realized by 2030.

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COVID 19

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Q 28 Current Affairs COVID 19

Which province in Pakistan has the largest death rate due to COVID-19?

A

Punjab

B

Sindh

C

KPK

D

Balochistan

View answer & explanation Ans: KPK

Correct Answer: KPK

During the peak of the pandemic, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) recorded the highest Case Fatality Rate (CFR) for COVID-19 in Pakistan.

Q 39 Current Affairs COVID 19

Prime Minister of which country was affected by COVID-19?

A

U.K

B

Canada

C

India

D

France

View answer & explanation Ans: U.K

Correct Answer: U.K

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson contracted COVID-19 early in the pandemic (2020) and was admitted to intensive care.

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Topic Section

National Assets

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Q 37 Current Affairs National Assets

Roosevelt hotel of PIA is located in:

A

Karachi

B

New York

C

London

D

Washington DC

View answer & explanation Ans: New York

Correct Answer: New York

The Roosevelt Hotel, an iconic property owned by Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), is located in Manhattan, New York.

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Topic Section

International Events

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Q 38 Current Affairs International Events

Name the crime reporter of Saudia Arabia killed in Türkiye?

A

Khalid bin Sa'ud

B

Ahmad Sultan

C

Jamal Khashoggi

D

Yousaf Saleh

View answer & explanation Ans: Jamal Khashoggi

Correct Answer: Jamal Khashoggi

Jamal Khashoggi, a Saudi Arabian dissident journalist, was assassinated at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, Turkey, in October 2018.

Subject 3

Pakistan Studies

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Borders

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Q 21 Pakistan Studies Borders

Durand Line came into existence in:

A

1793

B

1893

C

1993

D

2000

View answer & explanation Ans: 1893

Correct Answer: 1893

The Durand Line was established in 1893 following an agreement between Sir Mortimer Durand and Afghan Amir Abdur Rahman Khan.

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Economy

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Q 22 Pakistan Studies Economy

When did Pakistan joined WTO (World Trade Organization)?

A

1st Jan 1995

B

1st Jan 1998

C

1st Jan 2001

D

30th Jan 1999

View answer & explanation Ans: 1st Jan 1995

Correct Answer: 1st Jan 1995

Pakistan has been a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO) since its inception on January 1, 1995.

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History

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Q 24 Pakistan Studies History

War of Independence 1857 was officially declared ended in:

A

August 1858

B

September 1858

C

October 1858

D

November 1858

View answer & explanation Ans: November 1858

Correct Answer: November 1858

The rebellion was officially declared ended with Queen Victoria's proclamation on November 1, 1858.

Q 29 Pakistan Studies History

Samjhauta Express bomb blast occurred in which year?

A

February, 2006

B

February, 2007

C

February, 2008

D

February, 2009

View answer & explanation Ans: February, 2007

Correct Answer: February, 2007

The Samjhauta Express bombings occurred on February 18, 2007, targeting the train service connecting India and Pakistan.

Q 31 Pakistan Studies History

First International flight of PIA was taken on:

A

25 May 1953

B

7 June 1953

C

1 February 1955

D

17 June 1956

View answer & explanation Ans: 1 February 1955

Correct Answer: 1 February 1955

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) operated its first international flight from Karachi to London via Cairo on February 1, 1955.

Q 33 Pakistan Studies History

Pervez Musharraf returned from which country when he imposed Martial Law?

A

Bangladesh

B

Bhutan

C

Sri Lanka

D

India

View answer & explanation Ans: Sri Lanka

Correct Answer: Sri Lanka

General Pervez Musharraf was returning from a diplomatic trip to Sri Lanka on October 12, 1999, when the military coup took place.

Q 34 Pakistan Studies History

When was Lucknow recaptured by British forces?

A

1857

B

1858

C

1859

D

1761

View answer & explanation Ans: 1858

Correct Answer: 1858

The British forces successfully recaptured Lucknow in March 1858 during the Indian Rebellion.

Q 35 Pakistan Studies History

Which of the following act of East India Company provided a joint government of British India by the company and the crown with government holding the ultimate authority?

A

Regulating act 1773

B

Pitt's India act 1784

C

Charter act 1786

D

Charter act 1793

View answer & explanation Ans: Pitt's India act 1784

Correct Answer: Pitt's India act 1784

Pitt's India Act of 1784 established a dual system of control by the British Government and the East India Company, with the Crown holding ultimate authority.

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Topic Section

Constitution

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Q 26 Pakistan Studies Constitution

According to the 1956 constitution, the President of Pakistan should be ____?

A

Muslim

B

Non-Muslim

C

Both A and B

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Muslim

Correct Answer: Muslim

The 1956 Constitution of Pakistan formally declared the state as an Islamic Republic and mandated that the President must be a Muslim.

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Defense

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Q 30 Pakistan Studies Defense

Which country helped Pakistan to build JF-17 Thunder?

A

U.S.A.

B

Russia

C

Canada

D

China

View answer & explanation Ans: China

Correct Answer: China

The PAC JF-17 Thunder was jointly developed by the Pakistan Aeronautical Complex (PAC) and the Chengdu Aircraft Corporation (CAC) of China.

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Topic Section

Pakistan Movement

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Q 32 Pakistan Studies Pakistan Movement

Muslim League was established in 1906. Which city was decided to be its headquarters?

A

Delhi

B

Bombay

C

Lucknow

D

Aligarh

View answer & explanation Ans: Aligarh

Correct Answer: Aligarh

The initial central office/headquarters of the All-India Muslim League was set up in Aligarh in 1906 before eventually shifting to Lucknow.

Subject 4

Islamic Studies

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Islamic History

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Q 25 Islamic Studies Islamic History

Sindh was conquered by Muhammad bin Qasim during the period of:

A

Umayyads

B

Abbasids

C

Tulun

D

Idrisids

View answer & explanation Ans: Umayyads

Correct Answer: Umayyads

Muhammad bin Qasim conquered Sindh in 712 CE during the Umayyad Caliphate under Caliph Al-Walid I.

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Topic Section

Islamic Scholars

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Q 92 Islamic Studies Islamic Scholars

The relationship between Imam Bukhari and Imam Hanbal was:

A

Teacher-student

B

Student-teacher

C

Father-son

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Student-teacher

Correct Answer: Student-teacher

Imam Bukhari was a student of Imam Ahmad bin Hanbal. Thus, the relationship of Bukhari to Hanbal is Student-Teacher.

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Topic Section

Prophets

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Q 93 Islamic Studies Prophets

Age of Hazrat Noah (A.S) was?

A

750 years

B

850 years

C

950 years

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 950 years

Correct Answer: 950 years

According to the Quran (Surah Al-Ankabut, 29:14), Hazrat Nuh (A.S) preached to his people for 950 years, which is widely cited as his age in Islamic history.

Q 100 Islamic Studies Prophets

What does Israel mean?

A

Liked by God

B

Friend of God

C

Servant of God

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Servant of God

Correct Answer: Servant of God

In Islamic tradition, the name 'Israel' (Israil), associated with Prophet Yaqub (A.S), means 'Servant of God' (Abdullah).

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Seerah

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Q 94 Islamic Studies Seerah

Name the slave of Hazrat Khadija (R.A) who accompanied the Holy Prophet (SAW) in Syria business tour?

A

Utba

B

Musaib

C

Maisra

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Maisra

Correct Answer: Maisra

Maisara was a trusted servant of Hazrat Khadija (R.A) who accompanied Prophet Muhammad (SAW) on the trade expedition to Syria.

Q 96 Islamic Studies Seerah

Hazrat Amina (R.A), mother of Hazarat Muhammad (SAW) belonged to which tribe?

A

Banu Ummeya

B

Banu Asad

C

Banu Khazeema

D

Bani Zohra

View answer & explanation Ans: Bani Zohra

Correct Answer: Bani Zohra

Hazrat Amina bint Wahb (R.A), the mother of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), belonged to the Banu Zuhrah clan of the Quraysh tribe.

Q 98 Islamic Studies Seerah

The ring of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) was made by:

A

Saad bin Abi Waqas

B

Abu Ayyub Ansari

C

Ya'la bin Umayyah

D

Uthman bin Affan

View answer & explanation Ans: Ya'la bin Umayyah

Correct Answer: Ya'la bin Umayyah

According to historical records, the seal ring of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was crafted by the renowned goldsmith Ya'la bin Umayyah.

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Topic Section

Pillars Of Islam

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Q 95 Islamic Studies Pillars Of Islam

How many Salats ware made obligatory during the Miraj?

A

5

B

7

C

9

D

11

View answer & explanation Ans: 5

Correct Answer: 5

While initially 50 daily prayers were ordained, they were eventually reduced to 5 obligatory prayers during the Night Journey (Miraj).

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Topic Section

Ghazwat

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Q 97 Islamic Studies Ghazwat

In the battle of Tabuk, who was mainly being fought against?

A

Roman

B

Persian

C

Hindus

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Roman

Correct Answer: Roman

The Expedition of Tabuk in 630 CE was initiated by Prophet Muhammad (SAW) against the Byzantine (Roman) Empire forces.

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Sahaba

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Q 99 Islamic Studies Sahaba

Pupil of Hazrat Abu Hurrairah R.A?

A

Hazrat Ali R.A

B

Hazrat Hmmam ibn Munabih R.A

C

Hazrat Rehman bin Oof

D

Hazrat Saad bin Abi Waqas

View answer & explanation Ans: Hazrat Hmmam ibn Munabih R.A

Correct Answer: Hazrat Hmmam ibn Munabih R.A

Hammam ibn Munabbih was a prominent early Islamic scholar and a direct student (pupil) of Hazrat Abu Huraira (R.A).

Subject 5

Geography

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Borders

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Q 27 Geography Borders

Which of the following province of Afghanistan has no border with Pakistan?

A

Paktika

B

Nangarhar

C

Nimruz

D

Herat

View answer & explanation Ans: Herat

Correct Answer: Herat

Herat province is located in the west of Afghanistan, bordering Iran and Turkmenistan. It does not share a border with Pakistan.

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Earth Facts

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Q 40 Geography Earth Facts

The circumference of the Earth is:

A

30,000 km

B

40,000 km

C

50,000 km

D

60,000 km

View answer & explanation Ans: 40,000 km

Correct Answer: 40,000 km

The equatorial circumference of the Earth is approximately 40,075 kilometers (commonly rounded to 40,000 km).

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Topic Section

Glaciers

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Q 41 Geography Glaciers

Most glaciers after the Arctic region are located in:

A

Russia

B

Pakistan

C

Nepal

D

India

View answer & explanation Ans: Pakistan

Correct Answer: Pakistan

Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan region contains some of the longest and largest glaciers outside the polar regions.

Q 43 Geography Glaciers

Total number of glaciers in the world are:

A

10,000

B

198,000

C

298,000

D

498,000

View answer & explanation Ans: 198,000

Correct Answer: 198,000

According to the Randolph Glacier Inventory, there are approximately 198,000 to 200,000 glaciers worldwide.

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Islands

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Q 44 Geography Islands

Tasmania is the major island of which country?

A

Germany

B

Finland

C

Australia

D

South Africa

View answer & explanation Ans: Australia

Correct Answer: Australia

Tasmania is an island state of Australia, located 240 kilometers to the south of the Australian mainland.

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World Landmarks

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Q 45 Geography World Landmarks

Where is 'White Haven' beach located?

A

Algeria

B

Germany

C

Russia

D

Australia

View answer & explanation Ans: Australia

Correct Answer: Australia

Whitehaven Beach is a pristine, famous stretch of beach along Whitsunday Island in Queensland, Australia.

Subject 6

Everyday Science

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Astronomy

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Q 42 Everyday Science Astronomy

Which of the following Planet is called 'Morning or Evening star'?

A

Mercury

B

Venus

C

Earth

D

Neptune

View answer & explanation Ans: Venus

Correct Answer: Venus

Venus is highly reflective and is visible shortly before sunrise or after sunset, earning it the nickname Morning Star or Evening Star.

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Inventions

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Q 46 Everyday Science Inventions

Stethoscope was invented by _____?

A

Martin Cooper

B

Robert Ledley

C

Steven Sasson

D

Rene Laennec

View answer & explanation Ans: Rene Laennec

Correct Answer: Rene Laennec

The stethoscope was invented in 1816 by the French physician René Laennec.

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Ecology

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Q 47 Everyday Science Ecology

Biome is community of:

A

Animals

B

Plants

C

Both A & B

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Both A & B

Correct Answer: Both A & B

A biome is a large, naturally occurring community of flora (plants) and fauna (animals) occupying a major habitat.

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Biology

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Q 48 Everyday Science Biology

Maximum deposition of DDT will occur in?

A

Phytoplankton

B

Crab

C

Cerebellar

D

Sea gull

View answer & explanation Ans: Sea gull

Correct Answer: Sea gull

Due to biomagnification, toxic substances like DDT accumulate in higher concentrations in apex predators at the top of the food chain, such as sea gulls.

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Human Biology

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Q 49 Everyday Science Human Biology

The lifespan of White Blood Cells is:

A

1-5 days

B

3-7 days

C

4-8 days

D

5-21 days

View answer & explanation Ans: 5-21 days

Correct Answer: 5-21 days

The lifespan of most white blood cells falls roughly within the range of 5 to 21 days, though some memory cells live for years.

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Instruments

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Q 50 Everyday Science Instruments

An instrument that measures air pressure is called?

A

Lactometer

B

Barometer

C

Thermometer

D

Hydrometer

View answer & explanation Ans: Barometer

Correct Answer: Barometer

A barometer is a scientific instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure, crucial for forecasting weather.

Q 51 Everyday Science Instruments

Hygrometer is used to measure:

A

Speed of sound

B

Density of milk

C

Humidity of air

D

Specific gravity of liquids

View answer & explanation Ans: Humidity of air

Correct Answer: Humidity of air

A hygrometer is an instrument used to measure the amount of water vapor (humidity) in the atmosphere.

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Vitamins

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Q 52 Everyday Science Vitamins

Which vitamin is most soluble in water:

A

Vitamin B

B

Vitamin C

C

Vitamin B & Vitamin C

D

Vitamin D

View answer & explanation Ans: Vitamin B & Vitamin C

Correct Answer: Vitamin B & Vitamin C

Both Vitamin B complex and Vitamin C are classified as water-soluble vitamins, meaning they dissolve in water and are not stored in the body.

Subject 7

Computer Science

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Operating Systems

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Q 53 Computer Science Operating Systems

DOS cannot retrieve any data from disk if computer virus corrupts its:

A

Directory Area

B

Data Area

C

BAT Files

D

File Allocation Table (FAT)

View answer & explanation Ans: File Allocation Table (FAT)

Correct Answer: File Allocation Table (FAT)

The File Allocation Table (FAT) is a map of where files are stored. If a virus corrupts it, the OS cannot locate or retrieve data on the disk.

Q 59 Computer Science Operating Systems

Mac operating system is developed by which company?

A

Google

B

Apple

C

Microsoft

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Apple

Correct Answer: Apple

macOS (previously Mac OS X) is a proprietary graphical operating system developed and marketed by Apple Inc.

Q 61 Computer Science Operating Systems

Unix operating system was developed by:

A

Dennis Ritchie

B

Ken Thompson

C

Both A & B

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Both A & B

Correct Answer: Both A & B

Unix was originally developed in 1969 by a group of AT&T employees at Bell Labs, including Ken Thompson and Dennis Ritchie.

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Abbreviations

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Q 54 Computer Science Abbreviations

OCR stands for:

A

Optical Character Recorder

B

Output Character Recognition

C

Optical Character Recognition

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Optical Character Recognition

Correct Answer: Optical Character Recognition

OCR (Optical Character Recognition) is the technology used to distinguish printed or handwritten text characters inside digital images.

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MS Excel

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Q 55 Computer Science MS Excel

In Excel, Conditional Formatting is in:

A

Home Tab

B

Insert Tab

C

Page layout

D

View Tab

View answer & explanation Ans: Home Tab

Correct Answer: Home Tab

In Microsoft Excel, the Conditional Formatting option is located in the Styles group under the Home tab.

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Topic Section

Design

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Q 56 Computer Science Design

What term describes a background that appears as a grainy, non-smooth surface?

A

Pattern

B

Gradient

C

Texture

D

Velvet

View answer & explanation Ans: Texture

Correct Answer: Texture

In design and graphics, 'texture' describes the visual quality of a surface that gives it a rough, grainy, or non-smooth appearance.

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Data Structures

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Q 57 Computer Science Data Structures

The structure or format of data is called:

A

Syntax

B

Semantics

C

Struct

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Syntax

Correct Answer: Syntax

Syntax refers to the rules that govern the structure, format, and spelling of data and commands in programming languages.

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Shortcuts

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Q 58 Computer Science Shortcuts

Which shortcut key is used to moves the cursor one Page Down?

A

Ctrl + PageDown

B

PageDown

C

Shift + PageDown

D

Alt + PageDown

View answer & explanation Ans: PageDown

Correct Answer: PageDown

The 'PageDown' key is a standard keyboard key used to scroll or move the cursor down one page or screen at a time.

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Topic Section

Databases

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Q 60 Computer Science Databases

What Cascade Delete option is used for?

A

It is used to delete all the records of all tables in a database

B

It repeats the recent delete operation to all the records of current table

C

It ensures that all the related records will be deleted automatically when the record from parent table is deleted

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: It ensures that all the related records will be deleted automatically when the record from parent table is deleted

Correct Answer: It ensures that all the related records will be deleted automatically when the record from parent table is deleted

Cascade delete is a database constraint that ensures child rows related to a parent row are automatically removed when the parent is deleted.

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Topic Section

Storage

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Q 62 Computer Science Storage

A hard disk becomes totally inaccessible when a computer virus corrupts its:

A

Boost Sector

B

Partition table

C

File Allocation Table

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Partition table

Correct Answer: Partition table

If a virus corrupts the partition table (MBR), the OS loses all information about logical drives and the entire disk becomes inaccessible.

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Topic Section

Programming

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Q 63 Computer Science Programming

Algorithm and Flow chart help us to:

A

Identify the base of a number system

B

Specify the problem completely and clearly

C

Know the memory capacity

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Specify the problem completely and clearly

Correct Answer: Specify the problem completely and clearly

Algorithms and flowcharts are visual and logical blueprints used to outline, organize, and completely solve a programmatic problem step-by-step.

Subject 8

Mathematics

6 MCQs
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Topic Section

Averages

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Q 64 Mathematics Averages

When a student weighing 45 kgs left a class, the average weight of the remaining 59 students increased by 200g. What is the average weight of the remaining 59 students?

A

57

B

58

C

59

D

60

View answer & explanation Ans: 57

Correct Answer: 57

Let the average of 59 students be x. Total weight is 59x. Original total for 60 students was 59x + 45. Average was (59x + 45)/60 = x - 0.2. Solving yields x = 57.

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Ratios

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Q 65 Mathematics Ratios

A milkman adds 10 liters water in 10-liter milk. His son takes 15 liter of mixture and adds 5-liter water in it. Find out the amount of water in liter in this milk?

A

10

B

12.5

C

13.8

D

15

View answer & explanation Ans: 12.5

Correct Answer: 12.5

The initial 20L mixture is 1:1 ratio. The 15L taken contains 7.5L water and 7.5L milk. Adding 5L more water brings the total water to 12.5L.

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Topic Section

BODMAS

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Q 66 Mathematics BODMAS

Solve: 100 ÷ 50 × 2 = ?

A

1

B

2

C

3

D

4

View answer & explanation Ans: 4

Correct Answer: 4

Following the order of operations (BODMAS/PEMDAS) moving left to right: 100 ÷ 50 = 2, and then 2 × 2 = 4.

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Topic Section

Percentages

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Q 67 Mathematics Percentages

If a man's salary is increased by 1/5 and his current pay is 60000, what is the increase in pay?

A

1000

B

2000

C

3000

D

10,000

View answer & explanation Ans: 10,000

Correct Answer: 10,000

Let the original salary be x. x + x/5 = 60000. So 6x/5 = 60000, meaning x = 50000. The increase is 60000 - 50000 = 10,000.

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Topic Section

Age Problems

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Q 68 Mathematics Age Problems

A man is 24 years older than his son. In two years, his age will be twice the age of his son. What is the present age of his son?

A

20

B

22

C

24

D

26

View answer & explanation Ans: 22

Correct Answer: 22

Let the son's age be x. Father's age is x + 24. In two years, father is x + 26, son is x + 2. Equation: x + 26 = 2(x + 2). Solving gives x = 22.

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Topic Section

Fractions

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Q 69 Mathematics Fractions

Solve: 1/10 × 3/5 × 6/5 = ?

A

9/225

B

9/125

C

7/125

D

2/125

View answer & explanation Ans: 9/125

Correct Answer: 9/125

Multiply the numerators: 1 × 3 × 6 = 18. Multiply denominators: 10 × 5 × 5 = 250. 18/250 simplifies to 9/125 by dividing by 2.

Subject 9

English

12 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Vocabulary

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Q 70 English Vocabulary

Antonym of "Ambiguous" is:

A

Obscure

B

Secular

C

Explicit

D

Equivocate

View answer & explanation Ans: Explicit

Correct Answer: Explicit

Ambiguous means unclear or open to multiple interpretations. Explicit means clear, direct, and unambiguous, making it the antonym.

Q 78 English Vocabulary

Synonym of Bravery is?

A

Coward

B

Speeding

C

Boldness

D

Purge

View answer & explanation Ans: Boldness

Correct Answer: Boldness

Bravery is the quality of showing courage; boldness is a close synonym, meaning a willingness to take risks and act innovatively.

Q 79 English Vocabulary

Antonym of 'Immutable' is:

A

Important

B

Stable

C

Flexible

D

Serene

View answer & explanation Ans: Flexible

Correct Answer: Flexible

Immutable means unchangeable over time. The opposite (antonym) is flexible or changeable.

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Topic Section

Direct Indirect Speech

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Q 71 English Direct Indirect Speech

Complete the sentences in reported speech: "Meet me at the cinema." he said.

A

He asked me to meet him at the cinema.

B

He asked me to meet me at the cinema.

C

He asked me to met him at the cinema.

D

He asked me to meet you at the cinema.

View answer & explanation Ans: He asked me to meet him at the cinema.

Correct Answer: He asked me to meet him at the cinema.

The imperative quote "Meet me" changes to "to meet him" in reported speech to correctly match the third-person perspective.

Q 81 English Direct Indirect Speech

Choose the correct indirect speech of: She says, "I am a little bit nervous."

A

She says that she is a little bit nervous

B

She tells that she is a little bit nervous

C

She tells that I am a little bit nervous

D

She told that she is a little bit nervous

View answer & explanation Ans: She says that she is a little bit nervous

Correct Answer: She says that she is a little bit nervous

When the reporting verb is in the present tense ('says'), the tense of the reported speech does not change.

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Topic Section

Prepositions

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Q 72 English Prepositions

Fill in the blank: He is blind _____ his defects.

A

In

B

To

C

For

D

At

View answer & explanation Ans: To

Correct Answer: To

The correct English idiom is 'blind to,' which means ignoring or failing to notice someone's faults or defects.

Q 74 English Prepositions

I congratulated him _____ his success.

A

For

B

On

C

At

D

Upon

View answer & explanation Ans: On

Correct Answer: On

The grammatically correct preposition to use with 'congratulate' is 'on', as in 'congratulations on your success.'

Q 76 English Prepositions

I wear glasses _____ reading.

A

For

B

On

C

At

D

Upon

View answer & explanation Ans: For

Correct Answer: For

The preposition 'for' correctly specifies the purpose of wearing the glasses.

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Topic Section

Animal Sounds

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Q 73 English Animal Sounds

Which of the following pair is correct?

A

Monkey: polytities

B

Owl: Chirp

C

Horse: Neigh

D

Sparrow: Trumpet

View answer & explanation Ans: Horse: Neigh

Correct Answer: Horse: Neigh

A horse makes a 'neigh' sound, which makes it the only factually correct pair. Owls hoot, sparrows chirp, and elephants trumpet.

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Topic Section

Analogies

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Q 75 English Analogies

Choose the correct Analogy of: Graceful: Movement :: ?

A

Articulate: Speech

B

Fastidious: Grime

C

Humorous: Laughter

D

Servile: Rebellion

View answer & explanation Ans: Articulate: Speech

Correct Answer: Articulate: Speech

Graceful describes a highly elegant movement, just as articulate describes highly clear and elegant speech.

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Topic Section

Grammar

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Q 77 English Grammar

Anwar _____ around the block in his new car.

A

Sped

B

Speeding

C

Speed

D

Speeded

View answer & explanation Ans: Sped

Correct Answer: Sped

The word 'sped' is the correct past tense of the verb 'speed', making it grammatically appropriate for the sentence.

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Topic Section

Idioms

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Q 80 English Idioms

I am exhausted, let's _____ a day?

A

Call it

B

Call of

C

Call at

D

Call for

View answer & explanation Ans: Call it

Correct Answer: Call it

The phrase 'call it a day' is an English idiom meaning to stop working on something.

Subject 10

Urdu

10 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Poetry

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Q 82 Urdu Poetry

مندرجہ ذیل میں سے کون مرثیہ گو شاعر ہے ؟

A

میر تقی میر

B

میر انیس

C

داغ دہلوی

D

مومن خان مومن

View answer & explanation Ans: میر انیس

Correct Answer: میر انیس

میر انیس اردو ادب کے عظیم ترین مرثیہ نگار مانے جاتے ہیں، جن کی شہرت کا دارومدار صنفِ مرثیہ پر ہے۔

Q 85 Urdu Poetry

حفیظ تائب کی وجہ شہرت کیا تھی؟

A

شعر گوئی

B

غزل گوئی

C

نعت گوئی

D

کالم نگار

View answer & explanation Ans: نعت گوئی

Correct Answer: نعت گوئی

حفیظ تائب کا شمار اردو کے صفِ اول کے نعت گو شعراء میں ہوتا ہے۔ ان کی وجہ شہرت نعت گوئی ہے۔

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Literature

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Q 83 Urdu Literature

'علی پور کا ایلی' ناول کس نے لکھا؟

A

مستنصر حسین تارڑ

B

اشفاق احمد

C

ممتاز مفتی

D

عبد اللہ حسین

View answer & explanation Ans: ممتاز مفتی

Correct Answer: ممتاز مفتی

علی پور کا ایلی ممتاز مفتی کا مشہور اردو ناول ہے، جو ان کی اپنی زندگی کے کچھ پہلوؤں پر مبنی سمجھا جاتا ہے۔

Q 84 Urdu Literature

منو بھائی کا اصل نام کیا تھا؟

A

جاوید چوہدری

B

منیر احمد قریشی

C

منیر لطیف

D

احمد ندیم قاسمی

View answer & explanation Ans: منیر احمد قریشی

Correct Answer: منیر احمد قریشی

منو بھائی کا اصل نام منیر احمد قریشی تھا، وہ پاکستان کے معروف صحافی، کالم نگار، اور ڈرامہ نویس تھے۔

Q 89 Urdu Literature

انکار کس کا شعری مجموعہ ہے؟

A

فرخندہ لودھی

B

پروین شاکر

C

ماہ لقا چندہ

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: پروین شاکر

Correct Answer: پروین شاکر

انکار معروف پاکستانی شاعرہ پروین شاکر کا مشہور شعری مجموعہ ہے جو 1990 میں شائع ہوا۔

Q 91 Urdu Literature

'گردِ راہ' کس کا سفر نامہ ہے؟

A

اختر حسین رائے پوری

B

مستنصر حسین تارڑ

C

پرتو روہیلہ

D

ابن انشا

View answer & explanation Ans: اختر حسین رائے پوری

Correct Answer: اختر حسین رائے پوری

گرد راہ اختر حسین رائے پوری کی معروف آپ بیتی اور سفر نامہ ہے۔

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Topic Section

Idioms

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Q 86 Urdu Idioms

'پیٹ کاٹنا' محاورہ ہے۔ اس کا مفہوم کیا ہے؟

A

اخراجات میں کمی لانا

B

آزمودہ کار

C

بے عزت ہونا

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: اخراجات میں کمی لانا

Correct Answer: اخراجات میں کمی لانا

پیٹ کاٹنے کا مطلب اپنی بنیادی ضروریات یا اخراجات میں کمی لا کر بچت کرنا یا گزارا کرنا ہے۔

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Topic Section

Grammar

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Q 87 Urdu Grammar

اس شعر میں علم بیان کی کون سی صورت آئی ہے؟ (بئے گل لے گئی بیرون چمن راز چمن / کیا قیامت ہے کہ خود پھول ہیں غماز چمن)

A

تشبیہ

B

استعارہ

C

مجاز مرسل

D

کنایہ

View answer & explanation Ans: استعارہ

Correct Answer: استعارہ

اس شعر میں کسی چیز کو ہوبہو دوسری چیز قرار دینے کی صورت استعمال ہوئی ہے جسے علم بیان میں 'استعارہ' کہتے ہیں۔

Q 88 Urdu Grammar

غزل کے مطلع میں شاعر کس چیز کا لحاظ رکھتا ہے؟

A

ردیف

B

قافیہ

C

قافیہ اور ردیف

D

لفظ گری

View answer & explanation Ans: قافیہ اور ردیف

Correct Answer: قافیہ اور ردیف

غزل کے پہلے شعر (مطلع) کے دونوں مصرعوں میں ہم قافیہ و ہم ردیف الفاظ کا ہونا ضروری ہوتا ہے۔

Q 90 Urdu Grammar

ان میں سے کون سا لفظ مذکر اور مونث دونوں ہیں؟

A

آب

B

جان

C

وارث

D

زمین

View answer & explanation Ans: جان

Correct Answer: جان

لفظ 'جان' اردو زبان میں مذکر اور مونث دونوں طرح سے استعمال کیا جاتا ہے، جبکہ باقی الفاظ کی جنس مخصوص ہے۔

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