Odd Man Out MCQ Quiz - Objective Question with Answer for Odd Man Out - Download Free PDF

• Sentences 1, 2, 3, and 5 focus on the problem of women's safety at home:
  • Sentence 1 introduces the paradox of home as a place of fear for many women.
  • Sentence 2 provides statistical evidence of violence by intimate partners or family members, supporting the paradox.
  • Sentence 3 discusses how societal narratives contribute to the hidden nature of abuse.
  • Sentence 5 offers a critical examination from feminist theories on the normalization of such violence.
• Sentence 4 is the odd one out:
  • Sentence 4, "However, emerging legal frameworks and growing public awareness campaigns are gradually empowering women to seek help and challenge entrenched norms," shifts the focus from identifying and elaborating on the problem of domestic unsafety to discussing solutions and positive advancements. It changes the theme from analysis of the issue to potential remedies.

• Sentences 1, 2, 3, and 4 focus on the celebration of Buddha Purnima:
  • Sentence 1 introduces the idea that the formal celebration gained prominence later despite Buddha's ancient reverence.
  • Sentence 2 describes the typical practices and rituals involved in its observance.
  • Sentence 3 provides historical context about the sparse details of widespread annual festivals.
  • Sentence 4 mentions its official recognition by the United Nations, highlighting its global observance.
• Sentence 5 is the odd one out:
  • Sentence 5, "Buddhist philosophy emphasizes the Four Noble Truths, focusing on the nature of suffering and the path to liberation through ethical conduct and meditation," discusses a core tenet of Buddhist philosophy rather than the celebration of Buddha Purnima itself. While related to Buddhism, its subject matter is distinct from the historical development and observance of the festival.

• Let's analyze each sentence to determine its relation to the central topic, which is the history and evolution of Rock and Roll music.
  • Sentence 1: "Emerging in the 1950s, Rock and Roll was a revolutionary musical genre, blending elements of blues, gospel, jazz, and country music." This sentence introduces Rock and Roll, its origins, and its fundamental characteristics.
  • Sentence 2: "Its energetic rhythms and rebellious lyrics challenged social norms, swiftly becoming the anthem for a burgeoning youth culture." This sentence describes the social impact and cultural significance of Rock and Roll, directly following its introduction.
  • Sentence 4: "Over decades, Rock and Roll diversified into numerous subgenres like hard rock, punk, and alternative, influencing countless artists across the globe." This sentence discusses the evolution and lasting influence of the musical genre over time.
  • Sentence 5: "The genre's global appeal continues to be evident in the enduring popularity of classic rock radio stations and revival tours." This sentence provides contemporary evidence of the genre's continued relevance and global appeal.
• These four sentences (1, 2, 4, 5) form a coherent narrative about the origin, impact, evolution, and enduring popularity of Rock and Roll as a musical genre.
• Sentence 3: "This transformative period also saw the rise of iconic dance styles like the Twist and the Jitterbug, which accompanied the new musical sound." While dance styles were certainly associated with Rock and Roll, this sentence shifts the focus from the musical genre itself to associated dance styles. It introduces a tangential detail rather than continuing the direct narrative about the music's development and influence. The other sentences maintain a consistent focus on Rock and Roll music as the subject.

• Let's analyze each sentence to determine its relation to the central topic. The core of the paragraph is about the archaeological findings at Shanidar Cave and what they revealed about Neanderthal behavior, specifically challenging the "primitive brute" perception.
  • Sentence 2: "Shanidar Cave, located in the Zagros Mountains of Iraq, holds immense historical significance due to its extraordinary Neanderthal archaeological findings." This sentence introduces Shanidar Cave as a significant site for Neanderthal archaeology. This is a strong opening sentence for a paragraph focused on the cave.
  • Sentence 1: "The discovery of multiple Neanderthal skeletons, some exhibiting severe injuries that had healed, suggested sophisticated care-giving within their communities." This sentence details a specific type of finding from Shanidar (implied by the context set by S2) that contributes to a more complex understanding of Neanderthals.
  • Sentence 4: "Perhaps most famously, evidence from 'Shanidar IV,' the 'flower burial,' hints at symbolic thinking or ritualistic practices, though this interpretation remains debated." This sentence provides another specific, well-known example of findings from Shanidar Cave that further support the idea of complex Neanderthal behavior.
  • Sentence 5: "These remains provided crucial evidence challenging the long-held perception of Neanderthals as primitive brutes, instead revealing complex social behaviors." This sentence summarizes the overall significance of the findings mentioned in sentences 1 and 4 (and generally those from Shanidar Cave), tying them back to the broader re-evaluation of Neanderthals. The phrase "These remains" refers directly to the discoveries discussed.
• These four sentences (2, 1, 4, 5) form a coherent paragraph about the archaeological importance of Shanidar Cave and how its discoveries (skeletons, 'flower burial') revolutionized our understanding of Neanderthal social behavior. A logical order would be 2-1-4-5.
• Sentence 3: "Recent genetic analysis of Neanderthal DNA has provided new insights into their interbreeding with early modern humans." While this sentence is about Neanderthals and new discoveries, it focuses on genetic analysis and interbreeding, which is a separate field of study and topic compared to the archaeological findings from Shanidar Cave that reveal social behaviors and challenge the "primitive brute" perception. It shifts the focus from archaeological evidence of social complexity to genetic evidence of biological interaction.

• Sentence 1: "YouTube’s early adoption of user-generated content enabled an unprecedented diversity of videos, attracting creators worldwide." (Introduces a key factor in YouTube's success: user-generated content and creator attraction).
• Sentence 2: "Its recommendation algorithms keep viewers engaged by tailoring suggestions based on viewing history and preferences." (Continues to explain YouTube's success, focusing on viewer engagement through algorithms).
• Sentence 4: "Features such as live streaming, monetization options, and community interaction tools further strengthened its appeal." (Adds more reasons for YouTube's appeal and success, detailing specific features).
• Sentence 5: "YouTube’s accessibility across devices and integration with Google services also contributed to its dominant position." (Provides additional factors contributing to YouTube's success and market dominance).

• Odd Sentence: Sentence 3 - "The platform’s parent company has invested heavily in traditional broadcast media to enhance YouTube’s offerings." This sentence discusses YouTube's parent company's investment in traditional broadcast media. This is a different strategic direction (acquiring or partnering with traditional media) compared to the other sentences, which focus on YouTube's inherent platform features, content strategy (user-generated), and technical aspects (algorithms, accessibility) that led to its success as a digital platform. It introduces an external corporate strategy rather than an internal platform-centric reason for its dominance.

• The given sentences revolve around the theme of an action performed or a result thereof.
• Option A, "Deforestation causes soil erosion," discusses an environmental process or consequence and does not involve a definitive action performed by an individual.
• Option B, "The magician performed a trick," Option C, "The patient was looked after by the nurse," and Option D, "Karan gave me a book," all refer to actions performed by individuals, thus being similar in certain aspects.
• Now, while options B, C, and D are similar, option A stands out as it refers to an impersonal cause-and-effect occurrence and not an action performed by an individual.
• Considering the above points, Option 2 refers to the sentence "Deforestation causes soil erosion," which is the odd one out as it does not describe an action performed by a person.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

• The sentence "The magician performed a trick" (Option 1) depicts an action performed by an individual, thus falling in line with the majority of the given sentences.
• The sentence "The patient was looked after by the nurse" (Option 3) is another example of an action performed by an individual, making it a part of the majority thematic group.
• Similarly, the sentence "Karan gave me a book" (Option 4), illustrating an action performed by a person, fits with the majority of the sentences.
• All these sentences (Options 1, 3, and 4) portray personal actions and are not apt choices for the "odd one out," as they fall under the common theme.