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PPSC Canal Patwari Past Paper 2023 Solved Solved MCQs

Comprehensive solved past paper for PPSC Canal Patwari exam 2023, featuring 100 MCQs covering General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, Science, Computer, and Urdu.

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Subject 1

General Knowledge

8 MCQs
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Topic Section

World Geography

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Q 1 General Knowledge World Geography

The largest producer of electricity in the Islamic World is:

A

Kazakhstan

B

Uzbekistan

C

Saudi Arabia

D

Tajikistan

View answer & explanation Ans: Saudi Arabia

Correct Answer: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is one of the largest producers of electricity in the Islamic world, primarily fueled by its vast oil and natural gas reserves.

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Topic Section

History

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Q 2 General Knowledge History

World War II began with the German invasion of:

A

Russia

B

Spain

C

UK

D

Poland

View answer & explanation Ans: Poland

Correct Answer: Poland

World War II officially began on September 1, 1939, when Germany invaded Poland, leading Britain and France to declare war on Germany.

Q 3 General Knowledge History

Socrates was born in:

A

449 BC

B

459 BC

C

469 BC

D

479 BC

View answer & explanation Ans: 469 BC

Correct Answer: 469 BC

The Greek philosopher Socrates was born in Athens, Greece, in approximately 469 BC.

Q 6 General Knowledge History

When did Cyprus gain independence from Britain?

A

March 10, 1960

B

August 16, 1960

C

October 20, 1960

D

November 19, 1960

View answer & explanation Ans: August 16, 1960

Correct Answer: August 16, 1960

Cyprus became an independent republic from British colonial rule on August 16, 1960.

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Topic Section

Geography

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Q 4 General Knowledge Geography

What is the height of mount K2?

A

7960 m

B

8611 m

C

4848 m

D

8485 m

View answer & explanation Ans: 8611 m

Correct Answer: 8611 m

Mount K2, located on the China–Pakistan border, is the second-highest mountain in the world with an elevation of 8,611 meters.

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Topic Section

Science

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Q 5 General Knowledge Science

Roger Penrose, Reinhard Genzel, and Andrea Ghez were awarded the Nobel Prize in which field?

A

Physics

B

Medicine

C

Chemistry

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Physics

Correct Answer: Physics

They were awarded the 2020 Nobel Prize in Physics for their discoveries related to black holes.

Q 82 General Knowledge Science

What does a Chronometer measure?

A

Sound waves

B

Time

C

Color contrast

D

Water waves

View answer & explanation Ans: Time

Correct Answer: Time

A chronometer is a highly accurate timepiece used to measure time, historically essential for navigation.

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Topic Section

Economics

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Q 7 General Knowledge Economics

Interest rate is commonly used in:

A

Mathematics

B

Statistics

C

Financial

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Financial

Correct Answer: Financial

Interest rates are a fundamental concept in finance, representing the cost of borrowing money or the return on investment.

Subject 2

Pakistan Studies

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Topic Section

Literature

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Q 8 Pakistan Studies Literature

Tehzeeb-ul-Ikhlaq is a journal written by:

A

Sir Syed Ahmad Khan

B

Shah Wali Ullah

C

Abul Kalam Azad

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Sir Syed Ahmad Khan

Correct Answer: Sir Syed Ahmad Khan

Tehzeeb-ul-Ikhlaq was a journal founded by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan in 1870 to promote social and educational reform among Muslims.

2

Topic Section

Geography

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Q 9 Pakistan Studies Geography

Kalabagh is located in which province?

A

Punjab

B

Sindh

C

KPK

D

Balochistan

View answer & explanation Ans: Punjab

Correct Answer: Punjab

Kalabagh is a town located in the Mianwali District of the Punjab province, Pakistan.

Q 12 Pakistan Studies Geography

Faisal Masjid is located in:

A

Faisalabad

B

Islamabad

C

Lahore

D

Karachi

View answer & explanation Ans: Islamabad

Correct Answer: Islamabad

Faisal Masjid, one of the largest mosques in the world, is located in the capital city of Islamabad.

Q 16 Pakistan Studies Geography

The most populous city of Pakistan is:

A

Karachi

B

Lahore

C

Faisalabad

D

Peshawar

View answer & explanation Ans: Karachi

Correct Answer: Karachi

According to census data, Karachi remains the largest and most populous city in Pakistan.

Q 19 Pakistan Studies Geography

Which country border shared with Pakistan stretches for approximately 2100 km?

A

India

B

Afghanistan

C

Iran

D

China

View answer & explanation Ans: Afghanistan

Correct Answer: Afghanistan

The border between Pakistan and Afghanistan, known as the Durand Line, is approximately 2,430 km long, with the options provided pointing to the longest land boundary.

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Topic Section

History

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Q 10 Pakistan Studies History

Allama Iqbal delivered his famous Allahabad address in which city?

A

Delhi

B

Mumbai

C

Lahore

D

Allahabad

View answer & explanation Ans: Allahabad

Correct Answer: Allahabad

Allama Iqbal delivered his historic address in 1930 at Allahabad, where he proposed the concept of a separate state for Muslims in India.

Q 11 Pakistan Studies History

Pakistan joined the United Nations on:

A

30th September 1947

B

01st January 1948

C

25 December 1947

D

10 December 1947

View answer & explanation Ans: 30th September 1947

Correct Answer: 30th September 1947

Pakistan officially became a member of the United Nations on September 30, 1947.

Q 13 Pakistan Studies History

In the Indian Rebellion of 1857, the 80 soldiers who disobeyed Colonel Smith regarding greased cartridges belonged to:

A

Meerut

B

Agra

C

Delhi

D

Mumbai

View answer & explanation Ans: Meerut

Correct Answer: Meerut

The mutiny began on May 10, 1857, in Meerut, where soldiers refused to use the cartridges greased with cow and pig fat.

Q 15 Pakistan Studies History

When did Pakistan conduct its nuclear tests?

A

28 May 1998

B

29 May 1998

C

30 May 1998

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 28 May 1998

Correct Answer: 28 May 1998

Pakistan successfully conducted its nuclear tests, codenamed Chagai-I, on May 28, 1998.

Q 17 Pakistan Studies History

When did Pakistan leave the Central Treaty Organization (CENTO)?

A

1971

B

1975

C

1979

D

1983

View answer & explanation Ans: 1979

Correct Answer: 1979

Pakistan withdrew from the CENTO alliance in 1979 following the Iranian Revolution.

Q 20 Pakistan Studies History

The Siachen ceasefire agreement was effective in:

A

2001

B

2003

C

2004

D

2005

View answer & explanation Ans: 2003

Correct Answer: 2003

India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire along the Siachen Glacier and the Line of Control in November 2003.

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Topic Section

Constitution

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Q 14 Pakistan Studies Constitution

How many articles were in the 1956 Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan?

A

234

B

250

C

280

D

290

View answer & explanation Ans: 234

Correct Answer: 234

The 1956 Constitution of Pakistan consisted of 234 articles divided into 13 parts and 6 schedules.

Q 18 Pakistan Studies Constitution

In which constitution was the Presidential form of government adopted in Pakistan?

A

1956

B

1962

C

1973

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 1962

Correct Answer: 1962

The 1962 Constitution, introduced by Ayub Khan, established a Presidential form of government.

Subject 3

Everyday Science

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Topic Section

Physics

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Q 21 Everyday Science Physics

One Atmospheric Pressure is equal to:

A

700 mm

B

730 mm

C

760 mm

D

790 mm

View answer & explanation Ans: 760 mm

Correct Answer: 760 mm

Standard atmospheric pressure is defined as 760 mm of mercury (Hg) at sea level.

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Topic Section

Biology

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Q 22 Everyday Science Biology

Which mosquito acts as the carrier for the dengue virus?

A

Anopheles

B

Aedes Aegypti

C

Manson ides

D

Culex

View answer & explanation Ans: Aedes Aegypti

Correct Answer: Aedes Aegypti

The Aedes aegypti mosquito is the primary vector responsible for transmitting the dengue virus to humans.

Q 23 Everyday Science Biology

Which of the following is an insectivorous plant?

A

Venus flytrap

B

Pitcher plant

C

Bladderwort

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: All of these

Correct Answer: All of these

Venus flytrap, pitcher plants, and bladderworts are all examples of carnivorous/insectivorous plants that derive nutrients from insects.

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Topic Section

Chemistry

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Q 24 Everyday Science Chemistry

Burning of a candle is a:

A

Physical change

B

Chemical change

C

Both A & B

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Both A & B

Correct Answer: Both A & B

Burning a candle involves physical change (melting wax) and chemical change (hydrocarbon combustion).

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Topic Section

Geology

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Q 25 Everyday Science Geology

Granite is what type of rock?

A

Igneous

B

Sedimentary

C

Metamorphic

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Igneous

Correct Answer: Igneous

Granite is a common type of intrusive igneous rock formed by the cooling and solidification of magma.

Subject 4

Computer Science

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Topic Section

MS Excel

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Q 26 Computer Science MS Excel

Which of the following is an absolute cell reference in Excel?

A

!A!1

B

$A$1

C

#a#1

D

A1

View answer & explanation Ans: $A$1

Correct Answer: $A$1

In Excel, the dollar sign ($) is used to denote an absolute cell reference, keeping the row and column fixed.

Q 28 Computer Science MS Excel

Which key combination is used to copy the formula from the above cell?

A

Ctrl+'

B

Ctrl+;

C

Ctrl+:

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+'

Correct Answer: Ctrl+'

Ctrl+' (or Ctrl+Shift+Double Quote) is the shortcut in Excel to copy the formula or value from the cell directly above.

Q 32 Computer Science MS Excel

The file extension of MS Excel is:

A

xls

B

docx

C

ppt

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: xls

Correct Answer: xls

.xls is the legacy extension for Excel, while .xlsx is the current standard; among the provided choices, .xls identifies Excel.

Q 34 Computer Science MS Excel

In Excel, Columns are labelled as:

A

A, B, C

B

A1, A2, A3

C

1, 2, 3

D

$A$1, $B$2

View answer & explanation Ans: A, B, C

Correct Answer: A, B, C

Excel columns are identified by letters (A, B, C...) while rows are identified by numbers.

Q 44 Computer Science MS Excel

In MS Excel, a mathematical formula contains:

A

Label

B

Numeric value

C

Both A & B

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Numeric value

Correct Answer: Numeric value

While formulas can reference cells, they fundamentally perform calculations using numeric values or references that resolve to numbers.

Q 47 Computer Science MS Excel

Which of the following is not a term of MS-Excel?

A

Cell

B

Row

C

Column

D

Document

View answer & explanation Ans: Document

Correct Answer: Document

In MS Excel, the file is called a 'Workbook' and consists of 'Worksheets', whereas 'Document' is a term used primarily for MS Word files.

Q 50 Computer Science MS Excel

Which key is pressed to enter the data in a cell in Excel?

A

Enter

B

Shift

C

Space

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Enter

Correct Answer: Enter

Pressing the 'Enter' key confirms the data entry in a cell and moves the cursor to the next cell.

Q 59 Computer Science MS Excel

Which pane keeps specific rows or columns visible when you scroll in the worksheet?

A

Split pane

B

Freezing pane

C

Filter pane

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Freezing pane

Correct Answer: Freezing pane

The 'Freeze Panes' feature in Excel allows you to keep specified rows or columns visible while scrolling through the rest of the worksheet.

Q 60 Computer Science MS Excel

When working with formulas in Excel, how can you see the intermediate results of a calculation before the final answer is displayed?

A

Evaluate on formula bar

B

Shown on formula bar

C

Middle of the formula

D

Evaluation cannot be done in between the calculation

View answer & explanation Ans: Evaluate on formula bar

Correct Answer: Evaluate on formula bar

Excel provides the 'Evaluate Formula' tool, which allows you to step through a formula and see intermediate results.

Q 62 Computer Science MS Excel

The group of cells in MS Excel is known as:

A

Set

B

List

C

Range

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Range

Correct Answer: Range

In Excel, a contiguous group of cells is referred to as a range.

Q 71 Computer Science MS Excel

What is the maximum angle you can rotate text within a cell in MS Excel?

A

90

B

180

C

270

D

360

View answer & explanation Ans: 90

Correct Answer: 90

In Excel, you can rotate text within a cell up to 90 degrees in both positive and negative directions.

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Topic Section

Programming

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Q 27 Computer Science Programming

A computer program that translates one program instruction at a time into machine language is called:

A

Compiler

B

Simulator

C

Interpreter

D

CPU

View answer & explanation Ans: Interpreter

Correct Answer: Interpreter

An interpreter reads and executes code line-by-line, whereas a compiler converts the entire program at once.

Q 66 Computer Science Programming

Which function is used to find the string length of 'PPSC' and return the result 4?

A

Length(PPSC)

B

Len(PPSC)

C

Stri(PPSC)

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Len(PPSC)

Correct Answer: Len(PPSC)

The standard function in many programming languages and Excel to calculate string length is LEN().

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Topic Section

MS Word

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Q 29 Computer Science MS Word

Which of the following operations adds content from the clipboard to your word document?

A

Copy

B

Paste

C

Cut

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Paste

Correct Answer: Paste

The Paste command inserts the content currently stored in the clipboard into the active document.

Q 30 Computer Science MS Word

In MS Word, superscript, subscript, and strikethrough are known as:

A

Font Style

B

Font Format

C

Font Family

D

Font Effect

View answer & explanation Ans: Font Effect

Correct Answer: Font Effect

In MS Word, options like superscript, subscript, and strikethrough are categorized under font effects.

Q 38 Computer Science MS Word

Which of the following print command should be selected to view the whole document?

A

Print Layout

B

Print Design

C

Print All

D

Print Preview

View answer & explanation Ans: Print Preview

Correct Answer: Print Preview

Print Preview provides a view of the document as it will appear on paper before printing.

Q 39 Computer Science MS Word

What do you mean by vertical separation between columns?

A

Index

B

Gutter

C

Margin

D

Indent

View answer & explanation Ans: Gutter

Correct Answer: Gutter

The gutter is the extra space added to the inner margins of a document to allow for binding.

Q 41 Computer Science MS Word

A feature of MS Word that saves the document automatically after a certain interval is:

A

Auto update

B

Auto recover

C

Auto save

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Auto save

Correct Answer: Auto save

AutoSave (or AutoRecover) is an MS Office feature that automatically saves a copy of the document at predefined intervals.

Q 42 Computer Science MS Word

Which shortcut is used to decrease the text font size?

A

Ctrl+Shift+<

B

Ctrl+Shift+>

C

Ctrl+Shift+F

D

Ctrl+Alt+F

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+Shift+<

Correct Answer: Ctrl+Shift+<

In MS Word, Ctrl+Shift+< is the shortcut used to decrease the font size of selected text.

Q 45 Computer Science MS Word

Which option in the file menu is used to close a file in MS Word?

A

Exit

B

Close

C

Quit

D

New

View answer & explanation Ans: Close

Correct Answer: Close

The 'Close' option in the File menu closes the currently open document without exiting the application entirely.

Q 46 Computer Science MS Word

To check spelling and grammar, which key is used in MS Word?

A

F3

B

F5

C

F7

D

F9

View answer & explanation Ans: F7

Correct Answer: F7

The F7 key is the standard keyboard shortcut in MS Word to open the Spelling and Grammar check tool.

Q 48 Computer Science MS Word

By default, the page size of a new document is:

A

8.5 and 11 inches

B

7.5 and 12 inches

C

7.5 and 11.5 inches

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 8.5 and 11 inches

Correct Answer: 8.5 and 11 inches

The standard default page size for MS Word documents is 'Letter' size, which is 8.5 by 11 inches.

Q 49 Computer Science MS Word

"Ctrl + End" is used to:

A

Moves the cursor to the end of Line

B

Moves the cursor to the end of Document

C

Moves the cursor to the end of Paragraph

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Moves the cursor to the end of Document

Correct Answer: Moves the cursor to the end of Document

In MS Word, pressing Ctrl + End moves the cursor immediately to the very end of the document.

Q 52 Computer Science MS Word

Which key is used for help in MS Word?

A

F1

B

F3

C

F5

D

F7

View answer & explanation Ans: F1

Correct Answer: F1

F1 is the universally recognized keyboard shortcut in Windows applications, including MS Word, to open Help.

Q 53 Computer Science MS Word

In MS Word, 'Go to' is part of:

A

Locate

B

Find

C

Search

D

Replace

View answer & explanation Ans: Find

Correct Answer: Find

The 'Go To' feature is found within the Find and Replace dialog box in MS Word.

Q 54 Computer Science MS Word

What is placed to the left of the horizontal scroll bar?

A

View buttons

B

Indicators

C

Split buttons

D

Tab stop buttons

View answer & explanation Ans: View buttons

Correct Answer: View buttons

In MS Word, view mode buttons (like Read Mode, Print Layout, and Web Layout) are positioned to the left of the horizontal scroll bar.

Q 55 Computer Science MS Word

What is the maximum zoom percentage in MS Word?

A

100%

B

300%

C

500%

D

600%

View answer & explanation Ans: 500%

Correct Answer: 500%

The maximum zoom level supported by MS Word is 500%.

Q 56 Computer Science MS Word

To view the left side of the page in a document in MS Word, which scroll bar should be utilized?

A

Horizontal Scroll Bar

B

Left Margin Scroll Bar

C

Vertical Scroll Bar

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Horizontal Scroll Bar

Correct Answer: Horizontal Scroll Bar

The horizontal scroll bar is used to shift the view side-to-side across the width of a document page.

Q 58 Computer Science MS Word

In MS Word, 'Ctrl + Page Up' is used to:

A

Moves the cursor one Page Up

B

Moves the cursor one Line Up

C

Moves the cursor one Screen Up

D

Moves the cursor one Paragraph Up

View answer & explanation Ans: Moves the cursor one Page Up

Correct Answer: Moves the cursor one Page Up

The Ctrl + Page Up shortcut navigates the cursor to the top of the previous page in a document.

Q 68 Computer Science MS Word

We can open an MS Word file by typing which command in the run dialogue box?

A

Winword.exe

B

word.docx

C

Word.exe

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Winword.exe

Correct Answer: Winword.exe

Winword.exe is the executable filename used to launch Microsoft Word from the command line or Run dialog.

Q 69 Computer Science MS Word

How many different positions can you set for a drop cap in MS Word?

A

1

B

2

C

3

D

4

View answer & explanation Ans: 2

Correct Answer: 2

In MS Word, there are two primary positions for a drop cap: 'Dropped' and 'In margin'.

Q 70 Computer Science MS Word

The title page of a Microsoft Word document is called:

A

Start page

B

Cover page

C

Front page

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Cover page

Correct Answer: Cover page

In MS Word, the feature used to insert a pre-designed title page is referred to as the 'Cover Page'.

Q 73 Computer Science MS Word

Which of the following is not an essential component to perform a mail merge operation?

A

Main document

B

Merge field

C

Word field

D

Data field

View answer & explanation Ans: Word field

Correct Answer: Word field

A mail merge requires a main document and a data source; 'Word field' is not a formal required component for the core operation.

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Topic Section

Computing

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Q 31 Computer Science Computing

An error in software or hardware is called a bug. What is the alternative computer jargon for it?

A

Leech

B

Squid

C

Slug

D

Glitch

View answer & explanation Ans: Glitch

Correct Answer: Glitch

A glitch is a common informal term used in computing to describe a minor malfunction or bug.

Q 33 Computer Science Computing

To what temporary area can you store text and other data to later paste them into another location?

A

Clipboard

B

ROM

C

Hard Disk

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Clipboard

Correct Answer: Clipboard

The clipboard is a temporary storage area in the computer's memory used for cut, copy, and paste operations.

Q 35 Computer Science Computing

Which key is used to duplicate the selected text so that it can be used in another place?

A

Ctrl+C

B

Ctrl+D

C

Ctrl+O

D

Ctrl+I

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+C

Correct Answer: Ctrl+C

Ctrl+C is the standard keyboard shortcut used to copy the selected text or object to the clipboard.

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Topic Section

Computer History

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Q 36 Computer Science Computer History

ABC computer is used for:

A

Specific purpose computer

B

General purpose computer

C

Both A & B

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Specific purpose computer

Correct Answer: Specific purpose computer

The Atanasoff-Berry Computer (ABC) was designed specifically to solve systems of linear equations, making it a specific-purpose computer.

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Topic Section

MS Office

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Q 37 Computer Science MS Office

Which tool in MS Office is used to copy and paste character and paragraph formats to existing text?

A

Format Painter

B

Paste special

C

Text box

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Format Painter

Correct Answer: Format Painter

Format Painter allows users to copy formatting from one piece of text and apply it to another.

Q 51 Computer Science MS Office

Which Microsoft office suite allows you to create visually engaging presentations?

A

MS Word

B

MS PowerPoint

C

MS Excel

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: MS PowerPoint

Correct Answer: MS PowerPoint

MS PowerPoint is the component of the Microsoft Office suite specifically designed for creating presentations.

Q 65 Computer Science MS Office

What is a set of commands grouped together that we can run?

A

Goal Seek

B

Macros

C

What if analysis

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Macros

Correct Answer: Macros

Macros are automated sequences of commands and instructions that can be executed to perform repetitive tasks.

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Topic Section

Operating System

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Q 40 Computer Science Operating System

What is the function of the Recycle Bin?

A

Store deleted file

B

Store corrupt file

C

Store temporary file

D

Store document file

View answer & explanation Ans: Store deleted file

Correct Answer: Store deleted file

The Recycle Bin temporarily stores files that have been deleted by the user, allowing for potential restoration.

Q 61 Computer Science Operating System

Which key do you press while clicking to select more than one file or folder?

A

Ctrl

B

Shift

C

Alt

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl

Correct Answer: Ctrl

Holding the Ctrl key while clicking individual files allows you to select multiple non-adjacent files.

Q 64 Computer Science Operating System

Recently deleted files are stored in:

A

Taskbar

B

Recycle Bin

C

Desktop

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Recycle Bin

Correct Answer: Recycle Bin

The Recycle Bin serves as a holding area for deleted files on a Windows operating system before they are permanently removed.

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Topic Section

Hardware

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Q 43 Computer Science Hardware

Which of the following will happen when data is entered into a memory location?

A

It will erase the previous content

B

It will change the address of one memory location

C

It will add to the content

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: It will erase the previous content

Correct Answer: It will erase the previous content

Writing new data to a specific memory address overwrites and effectively erases the existing data at that location.

Q 57 Computer Science Hardware

What is the number of read-write heads in the drive for a 9-track magnetic tape?

A

9

B

16

C

18

D

27

View answer & explanation Ans: 9

Correct Answer: 9

A 9-track magnetic tape drive uses a read/write head array that includes one head for each track, totaling 9.

Q 63 Computer Science Hardware

Which one of the following is an input device?

A

Printer

B

Scanner

C

Monitor

D

Speaker

View answer & explanation Ans: Scanner

Correct Answer: Scanner

A scanner is an input device that digitizes physical documents, whereas printers, monitors, and speakers are output devices.

Q 67 Computer Science Hardware

An analog computer works on the supply of:

A

Continuous electrical pulses

B

Electrical pulses but not continuous

C

Magnetic strength

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Continuous electrical pulses

Correct Answer: Continuous electrical pulses

Analog computers operate by processing continuous physical variables, such as electrical voltage or pulses.

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Topic Section

Mathematics

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Q 72 Computer Science Mathematics

The least significant bit of the binary number, which is equivalent to any odd decimal number, is:

A

0

B

1

C

2

D

3

View answer & explanation Ans: 1

Correct Answer: 1

In binary representation, an odd number always has 1 as its least significant bit (LSB).

Subject 5

Mathematics

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Topic Section

Ratios

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Q 74 Mathematics Ratios

A profit of rupees 12300 is distributed among three partners in the ratio 4/3:7/6:11/12. Find the share of the third partner.

A

4200

B

3300

C

4600

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 3300

Correct Answer: 3300

Convert ratio 16/12 : 14/12 : 11/12 to 16:14:11. Total parts = 41. Third share = (11/41)*12300 = 3300.

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Topic Section

Geometry

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Q 75 Mathematics Geometry

A cylindrical tank (diameter 2.4 m, height 6.4 m) contains oil. Find the number of cylindrical containers (radius 8.2 cm, height 28 cm) that can be filled.

A

4895

B

8316

C

4136

D

4761

View answer & explanation Ans: 4895

Correct Answer: 4895

Calculate volume of the large tank and divide by the volume of one container after ensuring all units are in centimeters.

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Topic Section

Percentages

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Q 76 Mathematics Percentages

80% of 700 is:

A

560

B

570

C

580

D

590

View answer & explanation Ans: 560

Correct Answer: 560

(80/100) * 700 = 80 * 7 = 560.

Q 77 Mathematics Percentages

The price of a share dropped from 62.50 to 52.50 in a week. What was the percentage change in the price of the share?

A

10%

B

12%

C

14%

D

16%

View answer & explanation Ans: 16%

Correct Answer: 16%

Percentage change = ((Old - New) / Old) * 100 = ((62.5 - 52.5) / 62.5) * 100 = (10 / 62.5) * 100 = 16%.

Subject 6

English

11 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Antonyms

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Q 78 English Antonyms

The antonym of 'Furiously' is:

A

Mercifully

B

Angrily

C

Happily

D

Slowly

View answer & explanation Ans: Happily

Correct Answer: Happily

Furiously implies extreme anger, while happily implies joy or cheerfulness, making them semantic opposites.

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Idioms

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Q 79 English Idioms

The meaning of the idiom 'Kick the Bucket' is:

A

To kill

B

To die

C

To be successful

D

To achieve a goal

View answer & explanation Ans: To die

Correct Answer: To die

'Kick the bucket' is an English idiom that is a common euphemism for dying.

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Synonyms

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Q 80 English Synonyms

The synonym of 'Amplify' is:

A

Diminish

B

Enlarge

C

Meager

D

Enhance

View answer & explanation Ans: Enlarge

Correct Answer: Enlarge

Amplify means to increase the volume or size of something; 'Enlarge' is a synonymous term.

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Topic Section

Grammar

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Q 81 English Grammar

In the sentence 'I am sure that I met your brother before', the word 'before' is which part of speech?

A

Verb

B

Adverb

C

Adjective

D

Conjunction

View answer & explanation Ans: Adverb

Correct Answer: Adverb

In this context, 'before' functions as an adverb of time, modifying the verb 'met'.

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Voice

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Q 83 English Voice

Choose the correct active voice of the sentence: 'Your services will be acknowledged by the government.'

A

The government will acknowledge your services.

B

The government will be acknowledging by your services.

C

Your services will have acknowledged by the government.

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: The government will acknowledge your services.

Correct Answer: The government will acknowledge your services.

The passive structure 'will be acknowledged by X' converts to the active 'X will acknowledge'.

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Topic Section

Analogy

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Q 84 English Analogy

The analogy of Bee : Honey is:

A

Cupboard : Carpenter

B

Artist : Sculpture

C

Sonnet : Poem

D

Sparrow : Nest

View answer & explanation Ans: Artist : Sculpture

Correct Answer: Artist : Sculpture

A bee creates honey, similar to how an artist creates a sculpture.

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Topic Section

Proverbs

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Q 85 English Proverbs

Identify the missing word which completes the proverb: '_____ was not built in a day.'

A

London

B

Rome

C

Spain

D

Germany

View answer & explanation Ans: Rome

Correct Answer: Rome

The idiom 'Rome was not built in a day' is used to emphasize that great things take time.

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Narration

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Q 86 English Narration

Change narration: He asked his friend if he liked chess.

A

He asked his friend, 'Why you like chess?'

B

He asked his friend, 'Did you like chess?'

C

He said to his friend, 'Did you like chess?'

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: None of these

Correct Answer: None of these

The direct speech for 'He asked his friend if he liked chess' is 'He said to his friend, "Do you like chess?"'

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Topic Section

Phrasal Verbs

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Q 87 English Phrasal Verbs

What is the meaning of the phrasal verb 'Break down'?

A

Stop working

B

Get up

C

Rise

D

Die

View answer & explanation Ans: Stop working

Correct Answer: Stop working

In mechanical contexts, 'break down' refers to a machine or system ceasing to function.

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Topic Section

Prepositions

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Q 88 English Prepositions

Mona is afraid _____ spiders.

A

of

B

by

C

to

D

at

View answer & explanation Ans: of

Correct Answer: of

The standard preposition used with the adjective 'afraid' to denote the source of fear is 'of'.

Q 89 English Prepositions

Choose the correct preposition: 'The child is crying _____ toys.'

A

for

B

to

C

of

D

on

View answer & explanation Ans: for

Correct Answer: for

To cry 'for' something means to ask for or desire it.

Subject 7

Urdu

6 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Literature

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Q 90 Urdu Literature

فردوس بریں کس کا ناول ہے؟

A

جمیلہ ہاشمی

B

عبد اللہ حسین

C

عبد الحلیم شرر

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: عبد الحلیم شرر

Correct Answer: عبد الحلیم شرر

فردوس بریں مشہور تاریخی ناول ہے جو عبد الحلیم شرر نے لکھا تھا۔

Q 94 Urdu Literature

مولانا الطاف حسین حالی کس شاعر کے شاگرد تھے؟

A

سرسید احمد خان

B

مرزا غالب

C

میر تقی میر

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: مرزا غالب

Correct Answer: مرزا غالب

مولانا الطاف حسین حالی، مرزا اسد اللہ خان غالب کے شاگرد تھے۔

Q 98 Urdu Literature

اردو ادب میں کسی کتاب کی خوبیاں اور خامیاں بیان کرنا کیا کہلاتا ہے؟

A

تحسین

B

تخلیق

C

تنقید

D

تعریف

View answer & explanation Ans: تنقید

Correct Answer: تنقید

کسی فن پارے یا کتاب کا فنی اور علمی جائزہ لینا 'تنقید' کہلاتا ہے۔

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Poetry

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Q 91 Urdu Poetry

کربلا پر مبنی نظم کو صنف کے اعتبار سے کیا کہا جاتا ہے؟

A

قصیدہ

B

مرثیہ

C

منقبت

D

رباعی

View answer & explanation Ans: مرثیہ

Correct Answer: مرثیہ

کربلا کے واقعات پر لکھی جانے والی نظم کو مرثیہ کہتے ہیں۔

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Vocabulary

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Q 92 Urdu Vocabulary

درست لفظ کا انتخاب کریں۔

A

خوردو بین

B

خردبین

C

خوردبین

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: خوردبین

Correct Answer: خوردبین

خوردبین درست املا ہے۔

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Grammar

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Q 93 Urdu Grammar

میں آپ کا۔۔۔۔۔۔ ہوں۔

A

مشکور

B

ممنون

C

مشکور و ممنون

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: ممنون

Correct Answer: ممنون

کسی کا احسان ماننے کے لیے اردو میں 'ممنون' کا لفظ استعمال کرنا زیادہ درست ہے۔

Subject 8

Islamic Studies

5 MCQs
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Topic Section

Prophets

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Q 95 Islamic Studies Prophets

چرند پرند جن و انس کس نبی کے تابع فرماتھے؟

A

حضرت سلیمان علیہ السلام

B

حضرت یوسف علیہ السلام

C

حضرت اسحاق علیہ السلام

D

حضرت یعقوب علیہ السلام

View answer & explanation Ans: حضرت سلیمان علیہ السلام

Correct Answer: حضرت سلیمان علیہ السلام

اللہ تعالیٰ نے حضرت سلیمان علیہ السلام کو چرند، پرند، جنات اور ہواؤں پر حکمرانی عطا فرمائی تھی۔

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Topic Section

History

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Q 96 Islamic Studies History

The pious Islamic Khilafat of Rashidun lasted from 632 AD to:

A

658 AD

B

659 AD

C

660 AD

D

661 AD

View answer & explanation Ans: 661 AD

Correct Answer: 661 AD

The Rashidun Caliphate began after the Prophet's death in 632 AD and concluded in 661 AD with the abdication of Hasan ibn Ali.

Q 97 Islamic Studies History

ہیکل سلیمانی کی اینٹ سے اینٹ بجا دینے والے بادشاہ بخت نصر کا تعلق کہاں سے تھا؟

A

مصر

B

بابل

C

حجاز

D

عراق

View answer & explanation Ans: بابل

Correct Answer: بابل

بخت نصر (Nebuchadnezzar II) بابل کا بادشاہ تھا جس نے یروشلم کو تباہ کیا تھا۔

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Topic Section

Fiqh

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Q 99 Islamic Studies Fiqh

امیر کی اطاعت واجب نہیں اگر وہ۔۔۔۔۔۔ کی نافرمانی کرے۔

A

خالق

B

صحابہ

C

اولیاء

D

والدین

View answer & explanation Ans: خالق

Correct Answer: خالق

اسلامی تعلیمات کے مطابق مخلوق کی اطاعت تب تک ہے جب تک وہ خالقِ کائنات کے احکامات کے خلاف نہ ہو۔

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Topic Section

Hadith

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Q 100 Islamic Studies Hadith

امام ابو حنیفہ کا تعلق کس کتاب سے ہے؟

A

کتاب الآثار

B

مقدمہ

C

مسند

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: کتاب الآثار

Correct Answer: کتاب الآثار

کتاب الآثار امام ابو حنیفہ کی تالیف کردہ مشہور حدیث کی کتاب ہے۔

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