Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

One Word

Question:

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.

Condition of sleep during certain parts of the year

Options:

Somnambulism

Dehydration

Constipation

Hibernation

Correct Answer:

Hibernation

Explanation:
 

The word that means the same as the group of words "condition of sleep during certain parts of the year" is hibernation.

  • Somnambulism is sleepwalking.
  • Dehydration is the loss of too much water from the body.
  • Constipation is the difficulty in passing stool.

Hibernation is a state of inactivity and dormancy that some animals enter during winter. During hibernation, the animal's body temperature drops, its heart rate slows, and its breathing becomes shallow. This allows the animal to conserve energy and survive the cold winter months.