PYST 14: IB Security Assistant (Executive) Official Paper - English Language (Held On: 30 Sept, 2025 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)

The correct answer is option 4. Detailed Solution will be available soon.

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The correct answer is option 1. Detailed Solution will be available soon.

The correct answer is option 4. Detailed Solution will be available soon.

The correct answer is option 4. Detailed Solution will be available soon.

The correct answer is: Option 3 i.e. Crave.

Key Points

• The word "Crave" means to feel a powerful desire for something. (लालसा करना, अत्यधिक इच्छा करना)
• Example: After a long day at work, she craved a good cup of coffee.
• In the given context, "crave" aptly describes the feeling of earnestly wanting or desiring something, especially food that is spicy and flavorful. (लालसा या प्रबल इच्छा होना)
• Example: After weeks of eating bland meals, he craved something spicy and flavorful.
• Hence, the correct word to replace the underlined phrase is "Crave."

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3 i.e. Crave.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Float (तैरना): To rest or move on or near the surface of a liquid without sinking.
• Example: The boat was designed to float even in rough waters.
• Snub (अपमान करना): To ignore or behave coldly towards someone.
• Example: She felt hurt when her friend snubbed her at the party.
• Reckon (मान लेना): To consider or regard something as true or possible.
• Example: I reckon we will reach the destination by evening.

The correct answer is '!'.

Key Points

• The blank is meant to complete an exclamatory statement, highlighting the beauty of the sight.
• An exclamation mark (!) is used to denote strong emotions or excitement, which aligns with the context of the sentence.
• Options 1, 3, 4, and 5 are incorrect because they do not fit the grammatical structure or emotional tone of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Complete Sentence: "What a beautiful sight !"

Additional Information

• Option 1 (,) is incorrect because a comma does not convey strong emotion.
• Option 3 (:) is incorrect because a colon is used to introduce a list or explanation, which is not the case here.
• Option 4 (?): is incorrect because a question mark is used for interrogative sentences, not exclamatory ones.

The correct answer is 'the'.

Key Points

• The definite article "the" is used when referring to something specific or previously mentioned.
• In this sentence, "the first half of the play" refers to a specific part of the play, so the article "the" is appropriate.
• Option 1 (an), Option 2 (No article required), and Option 4 (a) are incorrect in this context.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Complete Sentence: "My sister enjoyed the first half of the play, but she was disappointed with the second one."

Additional Information

• Option 1 (an): The article "an" is used before vowel sounds, but it is not appropriate for this sentence.
• Option 2 (No article required): Omitting the article would make the sentence grammatically incorrect, as "the first half" refers to a specific part.
• Option 4 (a): The article "a" is used for general references and cannot be used here for a specific part of the play.

The correct answer is 'fairly'.

Key Points

• The word "fairly" is an adverb used to mean "to a moderate degree" or "reasonably."
• In this context, the sentence implies that the route was reasonably easy to follow, making "fairly" the most appropriate choice.
• Option 1: "so" would indicate a higher degree, but it requires a continuation (e.g., "so easy that..."), which is not present here.
• Option 2: "slightly" would indicate a lesser degree than intended here.
• Option 4: "hardly" is incorrect because it implies difficulty, which contradicts the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Complete Sentence: "The route was fairly easy for us to follow."

Additional Information

• Option 1: "so" is incorrect because it requires a continuation to complete the meaning (e.g., "so easy that...").
• Option 2: "slightly" is incorrect because it indicates a lesser degree of ease than intended in the sentence.
• Option 4: "hardly" is incorrect because it suggests difficulty, which is the opposite of the intended meaning.

The correct answer is option 3.

Key Points

The misspelled word is 'exterrmminated'.

• The correct spelling would be 'exterminated'.
• The word 'exterminated' is a verb which means 'to destroy completely'. (पूर्ण रूप से नष्ट करना)
• For Example -
• The pests were exterminated from the house using professional services.

Therefore, the correct answer would be 'exterrmminated'.

Additional Information

Let's understand the meanings of the other marked words - 

• Millions of innocent people - Refers to a large number of people who were not guilty or responsible for any wrongdoing.
• In concentration camps -  Refers to places where large groups of people were imprisoned, often under cruel and inhumane conditions.
• In the Second World War - Refers to the global conflict that took place between 1939 and 1945.

The correct answer is Option 2.

Key Points

• The paragraph begins with Sentence P because it introduces the central theme, emphasizing the benefits of acquiring a new language.
• Sentence S follows because it elaborates on how immersion is a crucial step in language acquisition:
• "A highly effective approach involves immersing oneself daily through conversations, books and media."
• Sentence R comes next as it discusses the gradual progress from immersion and how it builds confidence:
• "Over time, such regular exposure fosters confidence and reduces the anxiety associated with making errors."
• Sentence Q concludes the paragraph by highlighting how this progress leads to fluency and effective communication:
• "This gradual progress eventually results in fluency and enables meaningful communication in real-world contexts."
• The correct sequence is PSRQ.

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Acquiring a new language provides valuable access to diverse cultures, ideas and worldviews. A highly effective approach involves immersing oneself daily through conversations, books and media. Over time, such regular exposure fosters confidence and reduces the anxiety associated with making errors. This gradual progress eventually results in fluency and enables meaningful communication in real-world contexts."

The correct answer is 'serene'.

Key Points

• The word "serene" means calm, peaceful, and untroubled, which perfectly describes a sunny beach.
• The sentence contrasts the pleasant environment of the beach with the high expense of the hotel.
• Options 1, 2, and 3 are inappropriate as they do not convey the peaceful and sunny nature of the beach.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Complete Sentence: "The beach was sunny and serene yet the hotel was quite expensive."

Additional Information

• Option 1: "chaotic" is incorrect because it conveys disorder, which does not align with the sunny and peaceful nature of the beach.
• Option 2: "boisterous" is incorrect because it indicates noisy and energetic behavior, which contradicts the calm atmosphere described.
• Option 3: "dreary" is incorrect as it means dull or depressing, which does not fit the sunny beach setting.

The correct answer is ':'.

Key Points

• The colon ":" is used to introduce a list or to elaborate on a preceding clause.
• In this sentence, Bob brought several items, which are followed by a list: a model volcano, a poster board, and samples of different rocks.
• Option 1 (.), Option 3 (;), and Option 4 (,) are grammatically incorrect for introducing the list.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Complete Sentence: "For the science fair, Bob brought several items: a model volcano, a poster board, and samples of different rocks."

Additional Information

• Option 1: "." is incorrect as a period does not introduce a list in this context.
• Option 3: ";" is incorrect because a semicolon is typically used to separate closely related independent clauses, not to introduce a list.
• Option 4: "," is incorrect because a comma cannot serve the purpose of introducing a list.

The correct answer is option 2.

Key Points

The misspelled word is 'eauphorea'.

• The correct spelling would be 'euphoria'.
• The word 'euphoria' is a noun which means 'a feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness'. (उल्लास)
• For Example -
• Winning the championship filled the team with euphoria.

Therefore, the correct answer would be 'eauphorea'.

Additional Information

Let's understand the meanings of the other marked words - 

• Prejudiced - having or showing a dislike or distrust that is derived from prejudice (पक्षपाती)
• Contaminate - make (something) impure by exposure to or addition of a poisonous or polluting substance (दूषित करना)
• Delusional - characterized by or holding false beliefs or opinions (भ्रमपूर्ण)

The correct answer is: Option 2 i.e. Prudence is superior to recklessness.

Key Points

• The word "Discretion" means the quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information; it also implies making careful and prudent decisions. (विवेक, समझदारी)
• Example: She showed great discretion by not disclosing sensitive information during the meeting.
• "Valour" refers to great courage in the face of danger, especially in battle. (वीरता, साहस)
• Example: The soldier was awarded a medal for his valour during the war.
• The proverb "Discretion is the better part of valour" suggests that being cautious and prudent is often more important than being reckless or overly brave. It emphasizes the importance of wisdom in making decisions, even in situations that demand courage.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Option 1: Bravery always triumphs (साहस हमेशा जीतता है): This suggests that courage alone is sufficient to overcome any obstacle, which is not the intended meaning of the proverb.
• Example: He believed that bravery always triumphs, but sometimes careful planning is equally important.
• Option 3: Courage and caution are equally important (साहस और सावधानी समान रूप से महत्वपूर्ण हैं): While this option suggests a balance between bravery and caution, it does not fully convey the essence of the proverb, which emphasizes the superiority of discretion over recklessness.
• Example: In dangerous situations, courage and caution are equally important to achieve success.
• Option 4: Keeping secrets is smart (राज़ रखना समझदारी है): This option is unrelated to the meaning of the proverb and misinterprets the word "discretion."
• Example: Keeping secrets is smart when it involves protecting someone's privacy.

The correct answer is option 4. Detailed Solution will be available soon.

The correct answer is option 4. Detailed Solution will be available soon.

The correct answer is option 4. Detailed Solution will be available soon.

The correct answer is option 3. Detailed Solution will be available soon.

The correct answer is option 1. Detailed Solution will be available soon.