English Comprehension PYQs

The correct answer is 'Looking.'

Key Points

• The given sentence is saying that the job of a railway officer is not for those who regard or think of it as a fixed hours work profile.
• Therefore, the most appropriate word to be filled in the blank is 'Looking'.
• Also, the use of the phrase ''not meant'' in the sentence indicates the use of the word 'looking' in the blank.
• The word 'Looking' means To think of or regard in a specified way.
• Example: We are looking for a better understanding between the two nations.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

Complete Sentence: The job of a railway officer is not meant for those looking for a fixed hours work profile.

Additional Information

• Let us explore  the other options:
• Astonishing means Extremely surprising or impressive; amazing.
• Allotting means To give a share of work, time, etc. to somebody or something.
• Surprising means Causing surprise; unexpected.
• Learning means Knowledge that you get from studying.

The correct answer is emulation.

Key Points

• The blank gives the answer to the efforts that the young man made imitating his famous father.
• Now let's understand the meaning of all options:
• Copying: An instance of the making of a copy
• Ape: Imitate uncritically and in every aspect
• Simulation: The act of giving a false appearance
• Emulation: Effort to equal or surpass another
• Multiplication: The act of producing offspring or multiplying by such production.
• Hence, option 4 is the most appropriate answer.

The correct sentence is: The young man worked hard in emulation of his fam**ous father.

The correct answer is 'go away'.

Key Points

• Go away: Leave a place
• Ex: Go away before I start to cry
• Go after: Pursue (an object or a goal)
• Ex: Emma went after her dreams and now she is an actress.
• Go down: Decrease; reduce
• ​Ex: The price of property has gone down a bit lately.
• Go for: Try to achieve or attain
• ​Ex: Jack trained hard and decided to go for the gold medal.
• Go off: Explode
• Ex: A bomb went off in a crowded restaurant.
• Here in the sentence, the author wants to leave the place tonight or early tomorrow morning, hence, 'go away' is the most appropriate choice for the blank.
• The correct answer is option 1.

The correct sentence: I want to go away tonight or early tomorrow morning as this place is toxic.

The correct answer is 'Impressive'.

Key Points

• The sentence makes it understood that we need an adjective that qualifies the noun company and it contrasts the meaning of the second clause.
• Let's understand the meaning of options:
• • Invincible(adj) - Incapable of being overcome or subdued
• Incomprehensible(adj) - Incapable of being explained or accounted for
• Incorrigible(adj) - Impervious to correction by punishment
• Impressive(adj) - Making a strong or vivid impression
• Impossible(adj) - Not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
• Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

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The correct sentence is- Last year the company looked Impressive but in recent weeks it has begun to have problems.

The correct answer is 'come off'.

Key Points

• Come off: when something becomes separated or unstuck from another thing
• Ex: "His retina came off and he had to be rushed into surgery"
• Come across: find something by accident
• Ex: "I came across these old photos recently"
• Come along: accompany someone when going somewhere
• Ex: We’re going to get ice cream. Want to come along?
• Come back: return
• Ex: He’s still hoping his ex-girlfriend will come back to him, even after all these years.
• Come over: to seem to be a particular type of person:
• Ex: I watched the interview and felt he came over as quite arrogant.
• In the given sentence, it is clear that the paint started to separate from the wall. Here 'came off' is the right choice for the blank.
• Hence, the correct answer is option 5.

The correct sentence: The paint is starting to come off the wall in the kitchen.

The correct answer is Option 1 (E).

 

Key Points

• The paragraph focuses on the cognitive benefits of learning multiple languages and their impact on brain development, moving from a general statement to specific advantages and a concluding summary.
• Sentence E is the first sentence as it introduces the main topic: the broad cognitive benefits of learning multiple languages.
• "Learning multiple languages offers a myriad of cognitive benefits beyond mere communication."
• Sentence D follows as it narrows the focus to "brain development" and cites research, providing a scientific basis for the claims.
• "Research consistently shows that bilingualism and multilingualism can significantly enhance brain development."
• Sentence B is the third sentence because it provides concrete examples of the cognitive improvements mentioned in D (problem-solving, multitasking, memory).
• "For instance, it improves problem-solving abilities, multitasking skills, and even memory retention."
• Sentence C is the fourth as it further expands on the positive outcomes resulting from "this enhanced cognitive flexibility" (referring to the benefits listed in B).
• "This enhanced cognitive flexibility can also lead to better academic performance and adaptability in diverse environments."
• Sentence A is the fifth (last) as it provides a conclusive summary of the overall positive impact of linguistic diversity.
• "Ultimately, embracing linguistic diversity contributes to a sharper mind and a more enriched life."
• The correct sequence is E D B C A.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Learning multiple languages offers a myriad of cognitive benefits beyond mere communication. Research consistently shows that bilingualism and multilingualism can significantly enhance brain development. For instance, it improves problem-solving abilities, multitasking skills, and even memory retention. This enhanced cognitive flexibility can also lead to better academic performance and adaptability in diverse environments. Ultimately, embracing linguistic diversity contributes to a sharper mind and a more enriched life."

The correct answer is Option 1 (D).

 

Key Points

• The paragraph focuses on the cognitive benefits of learning multiple languages and their impact on brain development, moving from a general statement to specific advantages and a concluding summary.
• Sentence E is the first sentence as it introduces the main topic: the broad cognitive benefits of learning multiple languages.
• "Learning multiple languages offers a myriad of cognitive benefits beyond mere communication."
• Sentence D follows as it narrows the focus to "brain development" and cites research, providing a scientific basis for the claims.
• "Research consistently shows that bilingualism and multilingualism can significantly enhance brain development."
• Sentence B is the third sentence because it provides concrete examples of the cognitive improvements mentioned in D (problem-solving, multitasking, memory).
• "For instance, it improves problem-solving abilities, multitasking skills, and even memory retention."
• Sentence C is the fourth as it further expands on the positive outcomes resulting from "this enhanced cognitive flexibility" (referring to the benefits listed in B).
• "This enhanced cognitive flexibility can also lead to better academic performance and adaptability in diverse environments."
• Sentence A is the fifth (last) as it provides a conclusive summary of the overall positive impact of linguistic diversity.
• "Ultimately, embracing linguistic diversity contributes to a sharper mind and a more enriched life."
• The correct sequence is E D B C A.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Learning multiple languages offers a myriad of cognitive benefits beyond mere communication. Research consistently shows that bilingualism and multilingualism can significantly enhance brain development. For instance, it improves problem-solving abilities, multitasking skills, and even memory retention. This enhanced cognitive flexibility can also lead to better academic performance and adaptability in diverse environments. Ultimately, embracing linguistic diversity contributes to a sharper mind and a more enriched life."

The correct answer is Option 4 (B).

 

Key Points

• The paragraph focuses on the cognitive benefits of learning multiple languages and their impact on brain development, moving from a general statement to specific advantages and a concluding summary.
• Sentence E is the first sentence as it introduces the main topic: the broad cognitive benefits of learning multiple languages.
• "Learning multiple languages offers a myriad of cognitive benefits beyond mere communication."
• Sentence D follows as it narrows the focus to "brain development" and cites research, providing a scientific basis for the claims.
• "Research consistently shows that bilingualism and multilingualism can significantly enhance brain development."
• Sentence B is the third sentence because it provides concrete examples of the cognitive improvements mentioned in D (problem-solving, multitasking, memory).
• "For instance, it improves problem-solving abilities, multitasking skills, and even memory retention."
• Sentence C is the fourth as it further expands on the positive outcomes resulting from "this enhanced cognitive flexibility" (referring to the benefits listed in B).
• "This enhanced cognitive flexibility can also lead to better academic performance and adaptability in diverse environments."
• Sentence A is the fifth (last) as it provides a conclusive summary of the overall positive impact of linguistic diversity.
• "Ultimately, embracing linguistic diversity contributes to a sharper mind and a more enriched life."
• The correct sequence is E D B C A.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Learning multiple languages offers a myriad of cognitive benefits beyond mere communication. Research consistently shows that bilingualism and multilingualism can significantly enhance brain development. For instance, it improves problem-solving abilities, multitasking skills, and even memory retention. This enhanced cognitive flexibility can also lead to better academic performance and adaptability in diverse environments. Ultimately, embracing linguistic diversity contributes to a sharper mind and a more enriched life."

The correct answer is Option 5 (C).

 

Key Points

• The paragraph focuses on the cognitive benefits of learning multiple languages and their impact on brain development, moving from a general statement to specific advantages and a concluding summary.
• Sentence E is the first sentence as it introduces the main topic: the broad cognitive benefits of learning multiple languages.
• "Learning multiple languages offers a myriad of cognitive benefits beyond mere communication."
• Sentence D follows as it narrows the focus to "brain development" and cites research, providing a scientific basis for the claims.
• "Research consistently shows that bilingualism and multilingualism can significantly enhance brain development."
• Sentence B is the third sentence because it provides concrete examples of the cognitive improvements mentioned in D (problem-solving, multitasking, memory).
• "For instance, it improves problem-solving abilities, multitasking skills, and even memory retention."
• Sentence C is the fourth as it further expands on the positive outcomes resulting from "this enhanced cognitive flexibility" (referring to the benefits listed in B).
• "This enhanced cognitive flexibility can also lead to better academic performance and adaptability in diverse environments."
• Sentence A is the fifth (last) as it provides a conclusive summary of the overall positive impact of linguistic diversity.
• "Ultimately, embracing linguistic diversity contributes to a sharper mind and a more enriched life."
• The correct sequence is E D B C A.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Learning multiple languages offers a myriad of cognitive benefits beyond mere communication. Research consistently shows that bilingualism and multilingualism can significantly enhance brain development. For instance, it improves problem-solving abilities, multitasking skills, and even memory retention. This enhanced cognitive flexibility can also lead to better academic performance and adaptability in diverse environments. Ultimately, embracing linguistic diversity contributes to a sharper mind and a more enriched life."

The correct answer is Option 3 (A).

 

Key Points

• The paragraph focuses on the cognitive benefits of learning multiple languages and their impact on brain development, moving from a general statement to specific advantages and a concluding summary.
• Sentence E is the first sentence as it introduces the main topic: the broad cognitive benefits of learning multiple languages.
• "Learning multiple languages offers a myriad of cognitive benefits beyond mere communication."
• Sentence D follows as it narrows the focus to "brain development" and cites research, providing a scientific basis for the claims.
• "Research consistently shows that bilingualism and multilingualism can significantly enhance brain development."
• Sentence B is the third sentence because it provides concrete examples of the cognitive improvements mentioned in D (problem-solving, multitasking, memory).
• "For instance, it improves problem-solving abilities, multitasking skills, and even memory retention."
• Sentence C is the fourth as it further expands on the positive outcomes resulting from "this enhanced cognitive flexibility" (referring to the benefits listed in B).
• "This enhanced cognitive flexibility can also lead to better academic performance and adaptability in diverse environments."
• Sentence A is the fifth (last) as it provides a conclusive summary of the overall positive impact of linguistic diversity.
• "Ultimately, embracing linguistic diversity contributes to a sharper mind and a more enriched life."
• The correct sequence is E D B C A.

 

Coherent paragraph after rearrangement:

"Learning multiple languages offers a myriad of cognitive benefits beyond mere communication. Research consistently shows that bilingualism and multilingualism can significantly enhance brain development. For instance, it improves problem-solving abilities, multitasking skills, and even memory retention. This enhanced cognitive flexibility can also lead to better academic performance and adaptability in diverse environments. Ultimately, embracing linguistic diversity contributes to a sharper mind and a more enriched life."

The correct answer is 'respond'.

Key Points

• The given passage is about 'humour'.
• Let us read the following sentence carefully: "People of all ages and cultures (1) to humour."
• From the above sentence we can understand that everyone reacts to humour.
• The meaning of the word 'respond' is 'react to or make a response'.
• Therefore, the correct word for blank no 3 is 'respond'.

So, the correct sentence is: People of all ages and cultures respond to humour.

Additional Information

The meaning of the other given words:

• reply: to say in response
• disregard: to ignore
• reclaim: to claim back
• facilitate: to make something easy

The correct answer is 'experience'.

Key Points

• The given passage is about 'humour'.
• Let us read the following sentence carefully: Most people are able to (2) humour—be amused, smile or laugh at something funny
• From the given sentence, we can understand that one may experience humour.
• Therefore, the word 'experience' is the correct word for blank no 2.

So, the correct sentence is: Most people are able to experience humour—be amused, smile or laugh at something funny

Additional Information

The meaning of the other given words:

• utilize: to put to use
• explain: give a reason for
• rely: to depend on
• accept: to agree to receive

The correct answer is 'considered'.

Key Points

• The given passage is about ''humour".
• Let us read the following sentence carefully: thus are (3) to have a sense of humour.
• From the given sentence we can say that when someone reacts to something funny we understand that he/she has a sense of humour.
• The meaning of the word 'considered' is 'regarded as'.
• Therefore, the word 'considered' is the appropriate word for blank no 3.

So the correct sentence is: thus are considered to have a sense of humour.

Additional Information

The meaning of the other given words:

• discarded: got rid of
• visualized: imagined
• realized: figured out
• facilitated: made easy or easier

The correct answer is 'irrational'.

Key Points

• The given passage is about ''humour".
• Let us read the following sentence carefully: The hypothetical person lacking a sense of humour would likely find the behaviour inducing it to be inexplicable, strange, or even (4).
• A hypothetical person may not understand the bahaviour which induces humour.
• The word 'irrational' means 'not logical'.
• Hence, the word 'irrational' is the correct word for blank no 4.

The correct sentence is: The hypothetical person lacking a sense of humour would likely find the behaviour inducing it to be inexplicable, strange, or even irrational.

Additional Information

The meaning of the other given words:

• sensible: practical
• coherent: logical
• strategy: a plan of action
• irresponsible: careless

The correct answer is 'depends'.

Key Points

• The given passage is about 'humour'.
• Let us read the following sentence carefully: Though ultimately decided by personal taste, the extent to which a person finds something humorous (5) on a host of variables.
• From the given sentence, we can understand that certain factors decide that to what extent a person may find something humorous.
• The word 'depend' means 'to rely on'.
• So the correct word for blank no 5 is 'depends'.

The correct sentence is: Though ultimately decided by personal taste, the extent to which a person finds something humorous depends on a host of variables.

Additional Information

The meaning of the other given words:

• pointing: indicating
• clarifies: to make clear
• praises: to express approval of
• claiming: to request formally

The correct answer is 'serves'.

Key Points

• The given passage is about 'humour'.
• Let us read the following sentence carefully: Many theories exist about what humour is and what social function it____(6)____.
• From the given sentence we can understand that humour does have some social functions which it carries out.
• So, the word 'serves' is the correct word for blank no 6.

The correct sentence is: Many theories exist about what humour is and what social function it serves.

Additional Information

The meaning of the other given words:

• engaged: busy or occupied
• allows: to give permission to
• perceives: to become conscious of
• focuses: to pay attention to

The correct answer is- 'He found the box under the table.'

Key Points   

• Option 1 is incorrect.
• The present perfect tense is a grammatical combination of the present tense and perfect aspect that is used to express a past event that has present consequences.
• The present perfect of any verb is composed of two elements: the appropriate form of the auxiliary verb to have (present tense), plus the past participle of the main verb.
• The past participle of a regular verb is 'base form + ed', e.g. played, arrived, looked.
• Structure of Negative sentence in the Present Perfect Tense:
• Subject + has/have + not + V3 + Object.
• Example: You have not walked a lot today.
• ​​​So, we need to replace "wash" with "washed."
• Option 2 is incorrect.
• Rules for question tag:
• The sentence and the question tag must be in the same tense.
• For the negative question tag, use the contracted form of 'helping verb' and 'not.'
• If the sentence is positive, the question tag must be negative, and vice-versa.
• Always use pronouns in the question tag.
• Example*: didn't, haven't, doesn't*
• ​​The given sentence is positive, so we must use a negative question tag.
• Example: didn't, haven't, doesn't, hasn't​**
• ​The helping verb in the given sentence is "have", thus, 'haven't they' should have been used.
• Option 3 is correct.
• We use "under" to talk about something that is below or lower than something else.
• Example: The cat is under the table.
• The sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• ​Option 4 is incorrect.
• Since: We use "since" as a subordinating conjunction to introduce a subordinate clause. We use it to give a reason for something.
• Example: Sean had no reason to take a taxi since his flat was near enough to walk to.
• When: at or on which (referring to a time or circumstance).
• Example: Saturday is the day when I get my hair done.
• ​So, we need to replace "since" with "when."
• So, the correct answer is Option 3.

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Correct sentence: He found the box under the table.

The correct answer is option 5.

Key Points

To answer this question, let's break down each sentence to identify the grammatically and contextually correct ones:

• Option 1: You must come and see us soon.
• This sentence uses the modal verb "must" to express a warm invitation or a strong recommendation.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 2: When will you arrive at the bus stop?
• This is a correctly formed interrogative sentence in the future tense using the preposition "at" for a specific point or location.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 3: If she had been there, she would have heard the news.
• This is a perfect example of a third conditional sentence, correctly using the past perfect tense ("had been") in the if-clause and "would have" + past participle ("would have heard") in the main clause to describe a hypothetical past result.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 4: I could not find my keys this morning.
• This sentence correctly uses "could not" to express a lack of ability or success in performing an action at a specific time in the past.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Since all of the provided sentences follow standard English grammar rules and are meaningful in their respective contexts, there are no errors present.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "All are correct."

The correct answer is- 'All are correct.'

Key Points     

• Option 1 is correct.
• Hence is an adverb that means that is the reason or explanation for.
• Example: His mother was Italian, hence his name - Luca.
• The sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 2 is correct.
• The modal verb "ought to be" is used to show when it is necessary or would be a good thing to perform the activity referred to by the following verb.
• Example: We ought to be getting ready now.
• The sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 3 is correct.
• "But" is a coordinating conjunction that is used to connect ideas that contrast.
• Example: I like him but I can't meet him.
• The sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• Option 4 is correct.
• "Between" means in or into the space that separates two places, people, or objects.
• Example: The town lies halfway between Rome and Florence.
• The sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• So, the correct answer is Option 5.

The correct answer is 'The tourists complained about the poor accommodation they were provided during the tour' i.e. this sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.

Key Points

• Let us explore the grammatical errors in the sentences:
• In Option 2, the use of the preposition 'between' is incorrect.
• We know that the preposition 'among' is used for more than two persons or things while the preposition 'between' is used only for two.(preposition 'among' का उपयोग दो से अधिक व्यक्तियों या चीजों के लिए किया जाता है जबकि the preposition 'between' का उपयोग केवल दो के लिए किया जाता है)
• Therefore, the preposition 'among' should be used in place of the preposition 'between'.
• Correct Sentence: The father brought the toys and distributed them among his five children.
• In Option 3, the use of the preposition 'at' is incorrect.
• The preposition 'at' is used for expressing location or arrival in a particular place or position. (preposition 'at' का प्रयोग स्थान या किसी विशेष स्थान या स्थिति में आगमन को व्यक्त करने के लिए किया जाता है)
• The preposition 'for' is used for saying the particular time or date that something is planned to happen. (preposition 'for' का उपयोग किसी विशेष समय या तिथि को कहने के लिए किया जाता है कि कुछ होने की योजना है)
• Therefore, the preposition 'for' should be used in place of the preposition 'at'.
• Correct Sentence: The release of her new album is scheduled for next September.
• In Option 4, the use of the preposition 'besides' is incorrect.
• The preposition 'besides' means in addition to; apart from. (preposition 'besides' का अर्थ है के अतिरिक्त, के साथ; भी)
• The preposition 'beside' means at the side of; next to. (preposition 'beside' का अर्थ है के बग़ल में, के पास)
• Therefore, the preposition 'beside' should be used in place of the preposition 'besides'.
• Correct Sentence: Hema and Rita were standing beside the door talking to each other.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.