Accenture Placement Papers

 

Accenture English Aptitude Questions and Answers

 

1. The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

The shepherd ________his sheep in the distance.

1. Mortified
2. Qualified
3. Descried
4. Quantified

Solution:

Let’s look at the meanings of the words:

• Mortified-cause someone to feel embarrassed. 
• Qualified-officially recognized as being trained in a particular job
• Descried-discovered by sight
• Quantified-express to measure the quantity of something.
   

As understood from the description of the words, only option c seems the most appropriate.

Complete sentence:

The shepherd descried his sheep in the distance. 

 

2. Fill in the blanks.

I _______ all those people who sweet talk just to get favours from seniors.

1. Despises
2. Despising
3. Despise
4. None of these

Solution:

The correct option is option c.

We will use ‘despise’ because we use the simple present to talk about our likes, dislikes, preferences etc.

 

3. In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the correct option.

 

The consumer’s affordable consumption bundles _________ that do not cost more than his income.

1. Are those
2. Is those
3. Is that
4. Are that

 

Solution:

The correct answer here is ‘are those’.

The sentence is framed in present tense and the subject ‘consumption bundles’ is a plural subject, therefore, the plural form of appropriate verbs should be used.

The other alternatives are structurally and grammatically incorrect here.

 

4. Fill in the blanks.

She ________ a new design which proved very beneficial for the company as it was more cost efficient.

1. Designed
2. Designs
3. Design
4. None of these

Solution:

The correct option is option a.

We will use ‘designed’ because we use the simple past to talk about finished actions or situations.

 

5. In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the correct option.

Researchers say it could ______ in better object recognition by computers.

1. Resulting
2. Resulted
3. Result
4. Results

Solution:

The correct answer here is ‘result’.

The other alternatives are grammatically and structurally incorrect, keeping in mind the tense of the sentence.

The sentence is framed in present tense and the alternatives ‘resulting’ and ‘resulted’ are continuous present tense and past tense participles respectively.

‘Results’ is a plural verb which does not match with modal verb(verb that expresses necessity or possibility) ‘could’ in this specific sentence.

 

6. Fill in the blanks.

He _______ kill me if I ever read his diary again.

1. Should
2. Would
3. Shall
4. Will

Solution:

He correct option is option b: would.

We use would to talk about hypotheses, about something which is possible but not real.

 

7. The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

He treats his parents with great ________

1. Modify
2. Omniscience
3. Deference
4. Commodify

 

Solution:

The meanings of the following words are:

Modify-make partial changes to something 

Omniscience-The state of knowing everything

Deference-to show regard and respect to someone

Commodify-turn into commodity

As seen from the above descriptions, option c seems the most appropriate option as deference as parents go hand in hand.

Complete sentence:

He treats his parents with great deference.

 

8. Fill in the blanks.

The weather was so bad but we went to the beach _______.

1. anyhow
2. anyway
3. both anyhow and anyway
4. none of the

Solution:

The correct option is option c.

We will use both ‘anyhow’ or ‘anyway’ because they both mean ‘nevertheless’.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9. The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

His position in the company is a/an ___________one.

1. Inflammable
2. Forgettable
3. Enviable
4. Viable

Solution:

Let us look at the meanings of the following words-

Inflammable-easily set on fire

Forgettable-easily forgettable

Enviable-fit to be envied or be jealous of

Viable-capable of working successfully

By looking at the description of the words, a position in a company is most suitably ‘enviable’  than any other options. Therefore, the correct answer is option c.

Complete sentence:

His position in the company is an enviable one. 

 

10. Fill in the blanks.

There is still some hope in me that makes me believe that I ______ get through this phase.  

1. Will
2. Would
3. Should
4. None of these

Solution:

The correct option is option A.

We will use ‘will’ because the simple future is used to make predictions about the future.

 

11. The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

He ________illness to bunk classes on Monday.

1. Damaged
2. Feigned
3. Reciprocated
4. Cornered

Solution:

Let us find out the meanings of the following words-

Damaged-inflict physical harm as to impair its value or usefulness

Feigned-pretended to have

Reciprocated-respond by making a corresponding gesture

Cornered-forcing someone in a position which is hard to escape.

After looking at the descriptions of the words, it is well understood that to bunk classes in school one would delightfully pretend to be ill. Therefore, the correct answer is option b.

Complete sentence:

He feigned illness to bunk classes on Monday.

 

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12. In the following question, the sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

Banks ________ under pressure to change from product-centric to customer-centric businesses.

1. Has been
2. Have been
3. Had been
4. Were been

Solution:

The correct answer here is ‘have been’.

The subject ‘banks’ is a plural subject and a plural subject requires a plural verb. Also the sentence is framed in present tense, for these reasons the other alternatives are grammatically incorrect.

 

13. ​The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

The boxer made a _______to put his opponent in confusion.

1. Faint
2. Claim
3. Hoard
4. Feint

Solution:

Let us find out the meanings of the given options:

Faint-feeling weak and dizzy, close to losing consciousness

Claim-state or assert that something is the case

Hoard-a stack or store of money or valued objects

Feint-a deceptive movement

After looking at the descriptions of the words given, it is understood that the word we want is a verb and ‘feint’  suits the best. The boxer makes a deceptive move to render confusion in the fight. Therefore, the correct answer is option d.

Complete sentence:

The boxer made a feint to put his opponent in confusion. 

 

14. Fill in the blanks.

Was the performance ______ good?

1. All
2. Somehow
3. Any
4. None of these

 

Solution:

The correct option is option c.

We will use ‘any’ because it means ‘at all’.

 

15. The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

The accused was sent to the _____.

1. Goal
2. Gaol
3. Gala
4. Mall

Solution:

Let us find out the meanings of the following words:

Goal-the destination of a journey

Gaol-jail

Gala-a large gathering of people at a particular occasion and entertainments

Mall- a large enclosed space for shopping area

After looking at the descriptions of the words, it is understood that an accused (someone who is found guilty of a crime) can be sent to gaol i.e, jail and not to any other place. Therefore, the correct answer is option b.

Complete sentence:

The accused was sent to the gaol.

 

16. Fill in the blanks.

After the famine, the country was a ________ place.

1. Desolates
2. Desolated
3. Desolate
4. None of these

 

Solution:

The correct option is option c.

We will use ‘desolate’ because it is the adjective form. ‘Desolated’ is the past tense of ‘desolate’.

 

17. In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the correct option.

Scheck says those DNA exonerations show how _______ the other tools of evidence used in those cases – eyewitnesses, snitches, even confessions – can be and therefore suggest the possibility of many more mistakes throughout the legal system.

1. Fallible
2. Premature
3. Immune
4. Revised

Solution:

The sentence indicates a negative action by the legal system. Keeping ‘negative’ in mind, the neutral word like ‘premature’ gets ruled out. Out of the remaining words, ‘immune’ and ‘revised’ get omitted for being positive words. 

The only word that makes a negative meaning is ‘fallible’, which refers to something which is error-prone, making option A the correct answer.

 

18. The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

We are eagerly waiting for the princess’s ______________tomorrow.

1. Illumination
2. Litigation
3. Coronation
4. Modifiaction

Solution:

Let us look at the meanings of the following words:

Illumination-lighting or light

Litigation-the process of taking legal action

Coronation-the process of crowing a sovereign

Modification-the action of modifying something

From the given options, it is very well understood that a princess will most likely have a ‘coronation’  and nothing else. Therefore, the correct answer is option c.

Complete sentence:

We are eagerly waiting for the princess’s coronation tomorrow.

 

19.. Fill in the blanks.

Going through the subway is an _______ job.

1. any day
2. everyday
3. some day
4. anyday

Solution:

The correct option is option b.

We will use ‘everyday’ because it means ‘daily’ or ‘common place’.

 

20. The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

When they heard the concert was free, they came in ________

1. License
2. Loathe
3. Hordes
4. Innocence

Solution:

Let us find out the meanings of the following words-

License-authorise the use or grant permission

Loathe-to hate something

Hordes-in very great numbers

Innocence-the state or quality of being innocent

After looking at the description of the words, it is understood that ‘hordes’ which describe a large group is the most appropriate choice. Therefore, the correct answer is option c.

Complete sentence:

When they heard the concert was free, they came in  hordes.

 

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21. Fill in the blanks.

The chairman and the managing director_____ present there.

1. Was
2. Were
3. Would
4. None of these

Solution:

The correct option is option b.

We will use ‘were’ because the verb must be plural when two or more singular subjects are connected by ‘and’.

 

22. The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

Anil is unnecessarily scared of dogs. They are quite________

1. Innocuous
2. Tangible
3. Pardonable
4. Gullible

Solution:

Let us find out the meanings of the following words-

Innocuous-harmless

Tangible-perceptible by touch

Pardonable-able to be forgiven

Gullible-easily persuaded to believe something

It is understood from the given sentence that Anil is scared i.e, frightened of dogs. We know that one is frightened of things that are harmful. there is no use to be frightened of harmless i.e, innocuous things. Therefore, the correct answer is option a.

Complete sentence:

Anil is unnecessarily scared of dogs. They are quite innocuous.

 

23. Fill in the blanks.

Friends tend to gloss ______ their friends’ mistakes every time.

1. Up
2. Down
3. Off
4. Over

Solution:

The correct option is option 4.

We will use ‘over’ because ‘to gloss over is to excuse or treat lightly’.

 

24. ​The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

The enemy forces were put into a ______________  by our military expertise.

1. Wring
2. Root
3. Route
4. Rout

 

Solution:

Let us find out the meanings of the following words-

Wring-to squeeze and force the liquid out of something

Root-the part of the tree that goes underground

Route-to choose a way or path for the destination

Rout-to utterly defeat someone

Since the sentence talks about the enemy forces, therefore, the blank will most likely have a word related to win or defeat. Hence, option d is the correct choice.

Complete sentence:

The enemy forces were into a rout by our military expertise.

 

25. The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

He wired for a _______to be reserved for him in the Royal Hotel.

1. Suite
2. Suit
3. Court
4. Rear

Solution:

Let us find out the meanings of the meanings of the following words-

Suite-a set of rooms

Suit-a set of clothes made out of fabric, designed to be worn together

Court-a body of people presided over by a judge

Rear-the back part of something, especially a vehicle etc

As seen from the descriptions, only option a is related to hotels as it consists of ‘a set of rooms’.

Complete sentence:

He wired for a suite to be reserved for him in the Royal Hotel.

 

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26. Fill in the blanks.

No nook or corner _______ left unexplored to catch the thief.

1. Was
2. Were
3. Is
4. None of these

Solution:

The correct option is option a.

We will use ‘was’ because the verb must be singular when two or more singular subjects are connected by ‘or’.

 

27. In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the correct option.

The cruelty of the British ______ increased the zeal and determination of freedom.

1. Only
2. Rarely
3. Entirely
4. Hardly

Solution:

The correct answer here is option A  ‘only’.

Only refers to and no one or nothing more besides; solely.

Rarely means not often; seldom.

Entirely means completely (often used for emphasis)

Hardly refers to barely, almost none.

The other options are structurally incorrect and don’t fit the blank.

 

28. Fill in the blanks.

Nobody knows what _________ say.

1. will he
2. he will
3. he may
4. none of these

Solution:

The correct option is option b.

We will use ‘he will’ because of indirect questions, the auxiliary verb goes after the subject.

 

29. The following question contains two sentences with one blank each. Choose the option that best fits in both the blanks.

In some religions, it is considered _______ for one to criticize the teachings of the prophets.

My grandmother is a very religious person who doesn’t put up with anyone who displays ________ of any form.

1. Tranquil
2. Amenable
3. Debacle
4. Blasphemy

Solution:

Blasphemy means ‘great disrespect shown to God or something holy.’

The meanings of the other words are:

Tranquil: free from disturbance; calm

Amenable: disposed or willing to comply

Debacle: a sudden and complete disaster

Only ‘blasphemy’ conveys a meaning in both the sentences.

Hence the correct answer is option d.

 

30. The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

She did not mind this ________sum of money.

1. Trivialising
2. Tantalizing
3. Trifling
4. Benign

Solution:

Let us find out the meanings of the following words:

Trivialising-make something of less important

Tantalizing-teasing with the sight of something unattainable

Trifling-of small value

Benign-gentle and kind

As we know, money is associated with value, and the only option that has value in its description is option c.

Complete sentence:

She did not mind this trifling sum of money.

 

 

Accenture Verbal Ability Questions

 

31. ​The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

Flames __________the ship on all sides when it caught fire.

1. Wrath
2. Wroth
3. Wire
4. Wreathed

Solution:

Let us find out the meanings of the following words:

Wrath-anger

Wroth-anger(used in poetry)

Wire-metal drawn in shape of flexible thread

Wreathe-encircle

The only option that goes with the idea of flames encircling the ship on all sides, is option d.

Complete sentence:

Flames wreathed the ship on all sides when it caught fire.

 

32. The following question contains two sentences with one blank each. Choose the option that best fits in both the blanks.

Students who cheat on tests employ their _______ tactics to avoid getting caught.

Sam sneaked out of his room in a _______ manner to avoid being seen by his parents.

1. Furtive
2. Diaphanous
3. Flagrant
4. Heinous

Solution:

Furtive means ‘attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble; secretive.’

The meanings of the other words are:

Diaphanous: so thin as to transmit light

Flagrant: conspicuously and outrageously bad or reprehensible

Heinous: utterly odious or wicked

Only ‘furtive’ conveys a meaning in both the sentences.

Hence the correct answer is option a.

 

33. ​The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

He is ________in the art of debating.

1. Adopt
2. Adapt
3. Apart
4. Adept

Solution:

Let us find out the meanings of the following words:

Adopt-choose to take up or follow

Adapt-make something suitable for new use or purpose

Apart-separated by specifies distance in time and space

Adept-thoroughly proficient

After looking at the meanings of the words, it is understood since is a skilled activity and requires proficiency, therefore, option d is the correct choice in this matter.

Complete sentence:

He is adept in the art of debating. 

 

34. The sentence(s) given with blanks are to be filled with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. For each question, choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it.

Weekly meetings are held in the _________hall of the college building.

1. Greagrious
2. Petulant
3. Capacious
4. Strenuous

Solution:

Let us find out the meanings of the following words:

Gregarious-fond of company, sociable

Petulant-being sulky and ill-tempered

Capacious-roomy

Strenuous-requiring a lot of effort and physical exertion

Since the sentence talks about a hall, therefore, the correct adjective to suit the characteristics of a hall should be ‘roomy’ Therefore, option 3 ‘capacious’  is the correct choice.

Complete sentence:

Weekly meetings are held in the capacious hall of the college building.

 

35. Fill in the blanks.

Our anniversaries are only a week _______.

1. in between
2. off
3. over
4. apart

Solution:

The correct option is option d.

We will use ‘apart’ because it means one from another.

 

36. In the following question, the sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the five and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

He stayed in the corner because he failed to fit __________ with his friend.

1. above
2. out
3. by
4. in

Solution:

The correct options is (d) i.e. in

Option 1 ‘above’ does not fit the context as it means over the ground and hence it can be dismissed. ‘Out’ means on the exterior but since there is not such position mentioned, it is not the right fit. ‘By’ does not make any logical sense and so it cannot be the right fit. ‘Without’ means except, and it does not fit in the context. ‘In’ is the correct work, because fitting ‘in’ means to be part of something and it fits the context of the sentence.

 

37. In the following question, the sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the five and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

You cannot cover __________ a crime for long.

1. For
2. Over
3. With
4. Up

Solution:

The correct options is (d) i.e. up

Option a ‘for’ does not fit the context and hence it can be dismissed. ‘Over’ means to be above but since no such position has been mentioned it is not the right fit. ‘With’ cannot be used as ‘cover with’ does not fit the context of the sentence and hence can be dismissed. Cover ‘on’ does not make a logical sense in terms of the context and is not the appropriate fit. The term, ‘up’ fits the context as cover ‘up’ means to hide and thus, is contextually correct and the appropriate fit.

 

38. The following question contains two sentences with one blank each. Choose the option that best fits in both the blanks.

Because Tara is very _______, she is the peacemaker in her family.

If you were a bit more _______, people would not be afraid to approach you.

1. Iniquitous
2. Amicable
3. Debilitated
4. Gourmand

Solution:

Amicable means ‘characterized by friendliness and absence of discord.’

The meanings of the other words are:

Iniquitous: grossly unfair and morally wrong

Debilitated: in a very weakened and infirm state

Gourmand: a person who is devoted to eating and drinking to excess

Only ‘amicable’ conveys a meaning in both the sentences.

Hence the correct answer is option b.

 

39. In the following question, the sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the five and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

When he ___________ to his senses, he understood what a grave mistake he had done.

1. Come
2. Came
3. Comes
4. Becomes

Solution:

The correct options is (b) i.e. came

Option a ‘come’ does not fit the context as the sentence is in past tense and ‘come’ is in present tense. For the same reason, ‘comes’ and becomes’ cannot be used as they are both in present tense’ ‘Became’ cannot be used became’ indicates a transformation, but there has been no such transformation mentioned in the statement. Hence, ‘came’ which is the past tense of ‘come’ is the appropriate fit as it matches the context and is in the past tense.

 

40. Fill in the blanks.

On the table, there were scarfs of ______ kind.

1. All
2. Every
3. Any
4. None of these

Solution:

The correct option is option b.

We will use ‘every’ because ‘every’ is similar to ‘all’, but ‘all’ is not possible here because it is used with plural nouns.

 

41. In the following question, the sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the five and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

The customer turned ____________ my offer of providing a discount on their car.

1. Down
2. In
3. For
4. Out

Solution:

The correct options is (a) i.e. down

Option b ‘in’ cannot be used as ‘turn in’ means to go to bed. ‘For’ cannot be used as turn ‘for’ must be related to a purpose but there is no purpose provided here. ‘Out’ cannot be used as turn ‘out’ means to be appear as something in reality, and not in an apparent manner. ‘About’ does not fit the context and is dismissed. ‘Down’ is the appropriate fit as turning ‘down’ an offer means rejecting it, which fits the context. 

 

42. Fill in the blanks.

He _______ the award for his great contribution to the completion of this project.

1. Deserve
2. Deserves
3. has deserved
4. None of these

Solution:

The correct option is option b.

We will use ‘deserves’ because we use the simple present tense to talk about facts.

 

 

 

43. In the following question, the sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the five and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

 

The sweets were distributed ________________ Roshan, Alankrita and Tina.

1. Along
2. Between
3. For
4. Among

Solution:

The correct options is (d) i.e. among

Option a ‘along’ cannot be used as it means to be beside something and there is no such position mentioned. ‘Between’ cannot be used in the blank since it is used with two subjects. ‘For’ is not appropriate as it means a purpose and no such purpose has been mentioned here. ‘into’ is not correct since it means to be inside a structure and no such structure is mentioned. Hence, ‘among’ is the best fit as it is for more than two subjects.

 

44. In the following question, the sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the five and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

While he was preoccupied with __________ the ball, the pickpocket stole the phone and fled.

1. was catching
2. Caught
3. Catch
4. Catching

Solution:

The correct options is (d) i.e. catching

Option a ‘was catching’ is wrong as the sentence already has ‘was’ making this option redundant. ‘Caught’ cannot be used as the statement is in continuous for due to the presence of ‘was’ making it an inappropriate fit. ‘Catch’ cannot be used as the sentence is in the past tense and ‘catch is in present tense.  ‘Had caught’ is not the right fit as it is in past perfect form when the sentence is in past continuous. The term ‘catching’ is an appropriate fit as it is in the continuous form and fits the context of the statement.

 

45. In the following question, the sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the five and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

Mr John was relieved __________ duty after he was accused of misappropriation of funds.

1. on
2. in
3. of
4. over

Solution:

The correct options is (c) i.e. of

Option a ‘on’ cannot be used as on is generally used with a subject to work on but here no such topic is present. ‘In’ cannot be used in the blank since relieved here means to be dismissed. ‘Over’ cannot be considered as it does not make any proper sense. ‘Against’ is not the appropriate fit as it means in opposition of, and there has been no opposition mentioned in this case. Hence, ‘of’ is the appropriate fit as ‘relieved of’ means to be dismissed.

 

46. In the following question, the sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the five and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

When he found what he had ______________ for all his life, he still remained dissatisfied. 

1. Seeked
2. Seek
3. Sought
4. Sake

Solution:

The correct options is (c) i.e. sought

Option a ‘seeked’ is wrong as there is not word like ‘seeked’ in the English language. ‘Seek’ does not fit the context as the statement is in the past and ‘seek’ is in the present form. ‘Sake’ cannot be used as sake means to have a purpose or interest, and no such purpose was mentioned in the statement. ‘Seeking’ is not an appropriate fit because it is in the continuous form, but the sentence is in the past and past perfect form. ‘Sought’ fits the blank properly as it is in the past perfect form and matches the context of the sentence.

 

47. In the following question, the sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the five and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.

He was hoping __________ hope that the thief will bring his wallet back to him.

1. for
2. in
3. against
4. till

Solution:

The correct options is (c) i.e. against

Option a ‘for’ cannot be used because someone can’t hope for hope again.

‘In’ cannot be used in the blank since it does not fit in the context. Till cannot be used as it is used to define an ending period and the statement does not indicate any such period. ‘Towards’ meaning to aim at something, but such an aim is not present in the statement. Only, ‘against’ fits the context as it means to hope in a little way against all possibilities, and hence, it is the proper fit.

Note:

‘To hope against hope’ is a phrase that means ‘to hope for something that is almost impossible’.

 

48. In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative and mark it as your answer. 

 

The governmental efforts spurred dramatic improvements in the way waste management is _________ out in many hospitals.

1. Carried
2. Conduct
3. Disposed
4. One

 

Solution: 

The correct answer is Option , i.e. ‘Carried’.

 

Among the given options ‘carried’ can only be used with ‘out’. ‘Carried out’ means ‘done, performed or conducted’.

 

‘Conduct’ means ‘to carry out’, and ‘conduct out’ will disturb the meaning of the sentence.

 

‘One’ and ‘Disposed’ make the sentence meaningfully and structurally incorrect. 

 

49. In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative and mark it as your answer. 

 

At present, the global supply of wheat is the lowest it has been _________ the past fifty years.

1. For
2. Since
3. To
4. Of

 

Solution: 

 

The correct answer is Option , i.e. ‘For’.

 

The correct preposition, which should be used here is ‘for’ as it is given that ‘the supply has been lowest for some period of time’.

 

Usage of ‘for’: We use ‘for’ when we measure the duration – when we say how long something lasts.

 

Hence,  For + a period of time.

 

For example: I have lived here for ten years. 

 

Usage of ‘since’: ‘Since’ gives the starting point of actions, events or states. It refers to when things began.

 

Hence, Since + a point in time (in the past), until now.

 

For example: I have known him since January.

Updated Accenture Verbal Ability Questions

50. In the following question, a sentence is given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option. 

 

The prisoner was released on _________ for good behaviour.

1. Parole
2. Bail
3. Intention
4. Grounds

 

Solution:

 

The correct answer is Option, i.e. ‘Parole’.

 

The appropriate fill up is ‘Parole’, which means ‘the temporary or permanent release of a prisoner before the expiry of a sentence, on the promise of good behaviour’.

 

The other given options;

 

‘Bail’ is ‘the temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial, sometimes on condition that a sum of money is lodged to guarantee their appearance in court’.

 

‘Grounds’ is ‘factors forming a basis for action or the justification for a belief’.

 

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Since its inception, Accenture has been governed by its core values. They shape the culture and define the character of our company. They guide how we behave and make decisions.

Continuous innovation and rapid transformation have been themes throughout Accenture’s history, which the company traces to the 1950s with the installation of the first computer system for commercial use in the United States at General Electric’s Appliance Park facility.

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The company built its reputation primarily as a technology consultant and systems integrator. By the late 1980s, Accenture began offering a new breed of business integration solutions to clients—solutions that aligned organizations’ technologies, processes and people with their strategies.

Throughout its history, Accenture has expanded its offerings and capitalized on evolving management trends and technologies to benefit its clients. The company pioneered systems integration and business integration; led the deployment of enterprise resource planning, customer relationship management and electronic services; and has established itself as a leader in today’s global marketplace.
Today Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company, with more than 246,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Combining unparalleled experience, comprehensive capabilities across all industries and business functions, and extensive research on the world’s most successful companies, Accenture collaborates with clients to help them become high-performance
businesses and governments. The company generated net revenues of US$25.5 billion for the fiscal year ended Aug. 31, 2011.

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Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company. Combining unparalleled experience, comprehensive capabilities across all industries and business functions, and extensive research on the world’s most successful companies, Accenture collaborates with clients to help them become high-performance businesses and governments.

 

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Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company, with more than 246,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Combining unparalleled experience, comprehensive capabilities across all industries and business functions, and extensive research on the world’s most successful companies, Accenture collaborates with clients to help them become high-performance businesses and governments. The company generated net revenues of US$25.5 billion for the fiscal year ended Aug. 31, 2011.

Our “high performance business” strategy builds on our expertise in consulting, technology and outsourcing to help clients perform at the highest levels so they can create sustainable value for their customers and shareholders. Using our industry knowledge, service-offering expertise and technology capabilities, we identify new business and technology trends and develop solutions to help clients around the world:

* Enter new markets.
* Increase revenues in existing markets.
* Improve operational performance.
* Deliver their products and services more effectively and efficiently.
* We have extensive relationships with the world’s leading companies and governments and work with organizations of all sizes—including 92 of the Fortune Global 100 and more than three quarters of the Fortune Global 500. Our commitment to client satisfaction strengthens and extends our relationships. For example, 99 of our top 100 clients in fiscal year 2011, based on revenue, have been clients for at least five years, and 92 have been clients for at least 10 years.
* Among the many strengths that distinguish Accenture in the marketplace are our:
* Extensive industry expertise.
* Broad and evolving service offerings.
* Expertise in business transformation outsourcing.
* History of technology innovation and implementation, including our research and development capabilities, on which we spend approximately $300 million annually.
* Commitment to the long-term development of our employees.
* Proven and experienced management team.
* Our Core Values have shaped the culture and defined the character of our company, guiding how we behave and make decisions:
* Stewardship: Building a heritage for future generations, acting with an owner mentality, developing people everywhere we are, and meeting our commitments to all internal and external stakeholders.
* Best People: Attracting and developing the best talent for our business, stretching our people and developing a “can do” attitude.
* Client Value Creation: Improving our clients’ business performance, creating long-term, win-win relationships and focusing on execution excellence.
* One Global Network: Mobilizing the power of teaming to deliver consistently exceptional service to our clients anywhere in the world.
* Respect for the Individual: Valuing diversity, ensuring an interesting and inclusive environment, and treating people as we would like to be treated ourselves.
* Integrity: Inspiring trust by taking responsibility, acting ethically, and encouraging honest and open debate.
By enhancing our consulting and outsourcing expertise with alliances and other capabilities, we help move clients forward in every part of their businesses, from strategic planning to day-to-day operations.

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Company Culture:

Accenture is able to deliver leading-edge solutions consistently to our clients by bringing together highly talented people in a creative, collaborative environment. It is this environment that makes daily challenges enjoyable and rewarding and is one of the reasons why Accenture is a great place to work.

Accenture takes pride in their success at:

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3. Investing in training and development:
4. Providing a supportive work environment:

Two of Accenture’s core values–“best people” and “respect for the individual”–form the foundation of everything we do. This foundation allows us to link teams effectively, conduct global business and deliver high performance to our clients.

Accenture provides great professional growth opportunities. With many training classes for the employees and intelligent and hardworking colleagues the environment is highly collaborative. Accenture is a great brand name and you gain the opportunity to interact and work with the best minds in the country. Everyone at Accenture believes their people are their greatest asset. But Accenture is such a large company that you can risk getting lost in the fray.

 

More about Accenture (International)

At Accenture you can join ranks with more than 181,000 people in 120 countries and work with clients in nearly every major industry worldwide, including 96 of the Fortune Global 100, more than three-quarters of the Fortune Global 500 and government agencies around the world.

Accenture originated as the business and technology consulting division of accounting firm Arthur Andersen. On January 1, 2001 Andersen Consulting adopted its current name, “Accenture”. The word “Accenture” is supposedly derived from “Accent on the future”.

While Ireland is the company’s headquarters for tax and legal purposes, much of the administration actually occurs in New York City and Chicago, two of its largest offices worldwide.

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