Which word means 'Clever and perceptive'?

• A. Parochial
• B. Astute
• C. Zealous
• D. Bland

Answer: (B)

When you want to describe someone who is cleverly perceptive, astute is the right fit. It conveys sharp insight and good judgment—someone who notices subtle details, understands complex situations quickly, and can draw accurate conclusions. That combination of clever thinking and perceptive awareness is exactly what astute captures.

The other options miss that sense: parochial means narrow or limited in outlook, not perceptive; zealous means full of enthusiasm or passion; bland means dull or unremarkable. None of those describe someone who is sharply insightful.