Question Bank • QB_GA_VA_004 MCQ • 1 Mark

Section 8: General Aptitude

Verbal Aptitude

Subtopic: Basic English Grammar & Vocabulary

Question Statement:

Choose the word that best fills the blank: "The lead agronomist was known for his ________ nature; he rarely spoke in team seminars unless asked directly about his experimental data."

Options:

  • (A) garrulous
  • (B) reticent
  • (C) loquacious
  • (D) effusive

Answer Key:

B

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

"Reticent" means disposed to be silent or not to speak freely; reserved. Garrulous and loquacious mean excessively talkative, while effusive means expressing feelings of gratitude or pleasure in an unrestrained manner.
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