English Comprehension PYQs

The correct answer is: Option 1 i.e., Sight.

Key Points

• The word "view" means the ability to see something or to be seen from a particular place. (दृश्य)
• Example: The view of the mountains from my window is breathtaking.
• "Sight" refers to the ability to see something or the act of seeing. (दृश्य)
• Example: She was awestruck by the sight of the Grand Canyon.

​Therefore, the correct answer is: Sight.

Additional Information

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

• Opinion (राय): A belief or judgment that rests on grounds insufficient to produce complete certainty.
• Example: In my opinion, the movie was quite interesting.
• Policy (नीति): A course or principle of action adopted or proposed by an organization or individual.
• Example: The company's return policy is very customer-friendly.
• Review (समीक्षा): A formal assessment or examination of something with the possibility or intention of instituting change if necessary.
• Example: The book received a favourable review in the newspaper.
• Belief (विश्वास): An acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists.
• Example: She held a firm belief in the justice system.

The correct answer is: Option 3 i.e., Click.

Key Points

• The word "snap" means to quickly take a photograph. (फोटोग्राफ लेना)
• Example: Tourists love to snap photos of Manila's historical sites.
• "Click" refers to the act of taking a photograph, often with a camera or smartphone. (क्लिक करना)
• Example: She managed to click a beautiful picture of the sunset.

​Therefore, the correct answer is: Click.

Additional Information

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

• Break (तोड़ना): The action of separating into pieces or parts.
• Example: She accidentally broke the vase while cleaning.
• Seize (पकड़ना): To take hold of suddenly and forcibly.
• Example: The police managed to seize the stolen goods.
• Crack (दरार): A line on the surface of something along which it has split without breaking apart.
• Example: There was a large crack in the wall after the earthquake.
• Quick (तेजी से): Moving fast or doing something in a short time.
• Example: She gave a quick response to the question.

The correct answer is: Option 3 i.e., Open.

Key Points

• The word "private" means something that is intended for or restricted to the use of a particular person, group, or class. (निजी)
• Example: The meeting was held in a private room to ensure confidentiality.
• "Open" means accessible to everyone and not restricted. (खुला)
• Example: The park is open to the public every day from dawn to dusk.
• Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'private' is 'open'.

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

Additional Information

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

• Secret (गुप्त): Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
• Example: She whispered a secret in her best friend's ear.
• Exclusive (विशेष): Restricted to a particular person, group, or area.
• Example: The club is an exclusive venue for members only.
• Confidential (गोपनीय): Intended to be kept secret.
• Example: The documents contained confidential information.
• Personal (व्यक्तिगत): Belonging to or affecting a particular person rather than anyone else.
• Example: He shared his personal experiences during the interview.

The correct answer is option 2.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first understand the meaning of the word given in the question:
• Fabricated: to make up or invent (something, such as a story or lie), often with the connotation of being false or deceptive; to construct or manufacture something. (बनाना, गढ़ना)
• Now, let's examine the given sentences:
• Sentence A: The witness admitted that he had fabricated his testimony to avoid getting into trouble.
• This sentence correctly uses the word "fabricated" to describe the act of making up false testimony.
• Sentence B: The tailor fabricated a beautiful dress from the finest silk.
• This sentence also correctly uses the word "fabricated" to describe the construction or creation of a dress.
• Sentence C: They fabricated new rules to ensure that the game was fair for all participants.
• This sentence incorrectly uses the word "fabricated". The word carries a strong negative connotation of deception or forgery, which contradicts the context of "ensuring fairness."
• So, only sentences A and B correctly use the word "fabricated".

Therefore, the correct answer is "Both A & B."

The correct answer is option 2.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's first understand the meaning of the word given in the question:
• Gearing: Preparing or getting ready for a specific task or event. It can also refer to the mechanism in vehicles that involves gears. (तैयार करना, सुसज्जित करना)
• Now, let's examine the given sentences:
• Sentence A: The athletes are gearing up earnestly to increase the country’s medal count.
• This sentence correctly uses the word "gearing" to describe the athletes preparing for an event to increase the medal count.
• Sentence B: The car was stuck in third gearing, making it harder to ascend the steep hill.
• This sentence incorrectly uses the word "gearing" because the correct term should be "gear" instead of "gearing" in this context.
• Sentence C: She is always gearing herself for success, no matter the obstacles.
• This sentence correctly uses the word "gearing" to describe someone preparing themselves for success despite obstacles.
• So, both sentences A and C correctly use the word "gearing" to illustrate different contexts of preparing for something.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Both A & C."

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

• The correct phrase is "may intensify pressure."
• The phrase given in bold, "may intensifying pressure," is grammatically incorrect because "may" is a modal verb that should be followed by the base form of the verb. In this case, "intensifying" is the gerund form, and it should be replaced with the base form "intensify" to maintain proper grammar and convey the intended meaning.
• The correct sentence after the phrase replacement would be: "Billions of people voting in elections this year may intensify pressure on governments to spend or cut taxes."

 

Additional Information

Modal verbs such as may, can, might, could, will, would, shall, should, and must express various degrees of possibility, permission, necessity, or ability. They are used to convey the speaker's attitude or certainty.

• Let's understand their usage:
• May: Indicates possibility or permission. 
• For Example:
• She may attend the meeting later.
• Can: Denotes ability or permission. 
• For Example:
• He can solve complex problems easily.
• Might: Suggests a possibility or a more tentative permission. 
• For Example:
• It might rain this evening.
• Could: Indicates past ability or a polite request. 
• For Example:
• She could speak three languages.
• Will: Expresses future certainty or willingness. 
• For Example:
• They will arrive by noon.
• Would: Indicates a conditional action or a polite request. 
• For Example:
• If I had time, I would join you.
• Shall: Used for offers or suggestions in first-person. 
• For Example:
• Shall I help you with that?
• Should: Expresses advisability or obligation. "
• For Example:
• You should finish your homework before bedtime.
• Must: Indicates necessity or strong obligation. 
• For Example:
• I must complete the project by tomorrow.

The correct answer is option 2.

Key Points

• The correct phrase is "consists of stocks."
• The phrase given in bold, "consists from stocks," is grammatically incorrect because the preposition "from" is not the correct preposition to use with the verb "consist." The correct usage is "consist of," which establishes a proper relationship between the index (Nifty 50) and its constituent elements (stocks).
• The correct sentence after the phrase replacement would be: "Nifty 50, an index, consists of stocks with consistently rising prices, highlighting the momentum aspect of its composition."

 

Additional Information

• "Consist of" means to be composed or made up of specific elements or components. It indicates the presence of individual parts forming a whole.
• For example:
• The salad consists of lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
• The team consists of experienced professionals from diverse backgrounds.
• The novel consists of three main plotlines that intertwine seamlessly.

The correct answer is option 5.

Key Points

• The phrase given in bold, "expected to rebound," is error-free. It correctly indicates anticipation of an increase or recovery in foreign direct investment.
• This sentence discusses the anticipation of a recovery in foreign direct investment after a previous decline, indicating optimism among both domestic and foreign investors.
• Now, let's understand some important vocabulary given in the question:
• Declining - experiencing a decrease or reduction in quantity, quality, or value (कमी होना)
• For Example -
• The declining sales figures raised concerns among the company's executives.
• Foreign - of, from, in, or characteristic of a country or language other than one's own (विदेशी)
• For Example -
• Learning a foreign language can open up new opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Investment - the action or process of investing money for profit or material result (निवेश)
• For Example -
• The company made a significant investment in research and development to stay competitive in the market.
• Rebound - to recover or bounce back after a decline or setback (उत्तेजना)
• For Example -
• After a period of economic recession, the stock market showed signs of a rebound.
• Reflecting - indicating or showing a particular condition or quality (प्रतिबिम्बित)
• For Example -
• The positive feedback from customers is reflecting the success of the new product.
• Optimism - a hopeful and positive outlook on the future or the success of something (आशावाद)
• For Example -
• Despite facing challenges, her optimism motivated the team to work towards achieving their goals.
• Domestic - relating to or happening within one's own country; not foreign (घरेलू)
• For Example -
• The government implemented domestic policies to strengthen the economy and support local industries.

The correct answer is 'plays'.

 

Key Points

• The passage emphasizes the crucial role of trust in the sustainability of a business.
• The appropriate verb should convey the active and significant contribution of trust.
• "Plays" is the most suitable verb for this context as it denotes taking an active part in achieving a specific goal.
• Other options ("performs", "displays", "exhibits", "shows") do not fit as well in the context of emphasizing trust's role.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

 

Complete Passage: Companies in today's market primarily depend on three main factors: capital, trust, and innovation. While capital is crucial for funding operations and innovation drives growth, trust plays an indispensable role in the sustainability of any business. Trust is the foundation upon which long-term relationships with stakeholders, including customers, employees, and investors, are built. Firstly, companies must (B) ______ a culture of trust with their employees. When employees feel trusted, they are more likely to be engaged, motivated, and productive. This, in turn, leads to higher levels of (C) ______ and reduces turnover rates. To build trust with customers, companies need to deliver dependable products and services. This means consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Transparent communication and ethical practices also (D) ______ significantly towards fostering trust. Investors are more inclined to fund companies they trust. They look for firms that have a track record of honesty, (E) ______ reporting, and robust corporate governance. A breach of trust with investors can lead to severe reputational damage and financial losses. In conclusion, while capital and innovation are vital, trust remains a (F) ______ component that ensures the continuous growth and stability of a company.

 

Additional Information

• Performs (प्रदर्शन करता है): "Performs" means to carry out an action, which does not emphasize the crucial role of trust.
• Displays (दिखाता है): "Displays" means to show, but it does not convey active importance.
• Exhibits (प्रदर्शित करता है): "Exhibits" means to show or display, which also lacks the emphasis on the role played.
• Shows (दिखाता है): "Shows" means to display or exhibit, which is less specific than "plays".

The correct answer is 'establish'.

 

Key Points

• The passage emphasizes the importance of trust within a company.
• Companies must build or form a culture of trust, which involves creating a solid foundation of trust among employees.
• "Establish" is the most suitable option as it means to set up or lay the groundwork for something, in this case, a culture of trust.
• Other options like "'create', 'destroy', 'undermine', and 'erode'" do not fit well in the context of creating a positive culture of trust within a company.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

 

Complete Passage: Companies in today's market primarily depend on three main factors: capital, trust, and innovation. While capital is crucial for funding operations and innovation drives growth, trust plays an indispensable role in the sustainability of any business. Trust is the foundation upon which long-term relationships with stakeholders, including customers, employees, and investors, are built. Firstly, companies must establish a culture of trust with their employees. When employees feel trusted, they are more likely to be engaged, motivated, and productive. This, in turn, leads to higher levels of (C) ______ and reduces turnover rates. To build trust with customers, companies need to deliver dependable products and services. This means consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Transparent communication and ethical practices also (D) ______ significantly towards fostering trust. Investors are more inclined to fund companies they trust. They look for firms that have a track record of honesty, (E) ______ reporting, and robust corporate governance. A breach of trust with investors can lead to severe reputational damage and financial losses. In conclusion, while capital and innovation are vital, trust remains a (F) ______ component that ensures the continuous growth and stability of a company.

 

Additional Information

• Create (बनाना): "Create" means to bring something into existence, but "establish" better captures the intent of setting up a long-term culture of trust.
• Destroy (नष्ट करना): "Destroy" is the opposite of what is needed in this context as it means to ruin or put an end to.
• Undermine (कमजोर करना): "Undermine" means to weaken or damage, which contradicts the goal of building trust.
• Erode (क्षीण करना): "Erode" means to gradually wear away, which also contradicts the aim of enhancing trust.

The correct answer is 'productivity'.

 

Key Points

• The passage discusses the impact of trust on employee behavior and outcomes.
• When employees feel trusted, they are likely to exhibit positive behaviors such as engagement, motivation, and increased output.
• "Productivity" is the most appropriate term as it refers to the efficiency and output of employees, which is expected to improve with trust.
• Other options ("'absenteeism', 'dissatisfaction', 'liability', and 'indifference'") do not fit the context of the positive outcome being described.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

 

Complete Passage: Companies in today's market primarily depend on three main factors: capital, trust, and innovation. While capital is crucial for funding operations and innovation drives growth, trust plays an indispensable role in the sustainability of any business. Trust is the foundation upon which long-term relationships with stakeholders, including customers, employees, and investors, are built. Firstly, companies must establish a culture of trust with their employees. When employees feel trusted, they are more likely to be engaged, motivated, and productive. This, in turn, leads to higher levels of productivity and reduces turnover rates. To build trust with customers, companies need to deliver dependable products and services. This means consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Transparent communication and ethical practices also (D) ______ significantly towards fostering trust. Investors are more inclined to fund companies they trust. They look for firms that have a track record of honesty, (E) ______ reporting, and robust corporate governance. A breach of trust with investors can lead to severe reputational damage and financial losses. In conclusion, while capital and innovation are vital, trust remains a (F) ______ component that ensures the continuous growth and stability of a company.

 

Additional Information

• Absenteeism (अनुपस्थिति): "Absenteeism" refers to frequent absence from work, which is not a positive outcome of trust.
• Dissatisfaction (असंतोष): "Dissatisfaction" refers to a lack of contentment, which contradicts the positive effect of trust.
• Liability (दायित्व): "Liability" refers to a state of being responsible for something, typically negatively.
• Indifference (उदासीनता): "Indifference" refers to a lack of interest or concern, which does not reflect the positive engagement expected from trust.

The correct answer is 'contribute'.

 

Key Points

• The passage discusses how transparent communication and ethical practices help in fostering trust.
• The verb chosen should indicate a positive action that supports the development of trust.
• "Contribute" is the most appropriate option as it means to help achieve or provide something, in this case, fostering trust.
• Other options like "'hamper', 'detract', 'prevent', and 'neglect'" do not fit the context of positively supporting trust.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 5'.

 

Complete Passage: Companies in today's market primarily depend on three main factors: capital, trust, and innovation. While capital is crucial for funding operations and innovation drives growth, trust plays an indispensable role in the sustainability of any business. Trust is the foundation upon which long-term relationships with stakeholders, including customers, employees, and investors, are built. Firstly, companies must establish a culture of trust with their employees. When employees feel trusted, they are more likely to be engaged, motivated, and productive. This, in turn, leads to higher levels of productivity and reduces turnover rates. To build trust with customers, companies need to deliver dependable products and services. This means consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Transparent communication and ethical practices also contribute significantly towards fostering trust. Investors are more inclined to fund companies they trust. They look for firms that have a track record of honesty, (E) ______ reporting, and robust corporate governance. A breach of trust with investors can lead to severe reputational damage and financial losses. In conclusion, while capital and innovation are vital, trust remains a (F) ______ component that ensures the continuous growth and stability of a company.

 

Additional Information

• Hamper (बाधा डालना): "Hamper" means to obstruct or interfere with, which is the opposite of fostering trust.
• Detract (खटकना): "Detract" means to take away from, which does not fit the context of aiding trust.
• Prevent (रोकना): "Prevent" means to stop from happening, which does not align with the goal of fostering trust.
• Neglect (उपेक्षा करना): "Neglect" means to fail to care for, which contradicts the positive effect of fostering trust.

The correct answer is 'accurate'.

 

Key Points

• The passage discusses the trust investors have in companies that exhibit certain characteristics, particularly in their reporting.
• Investors look for honesty and reliability in a company's financial and operational reporting.
• "Accurate" reports are essential as they ensure that the company is presenting truthful and precise information.
• Other options ("'expedited', 'certified', 'irregular', and 'prompt'") do not specifically capture the importance of reliability and precision in reporting.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 5'.

 

Complete Passage: Companies in today's market primarily depend on three main factors: capital, trust, and innovation. While capital is crucial for funding operations and innovation drives growth, trust plays an indispensable role in the sustainability of any business. Trust is the foundation upon which long-term relationships with stakeholders, including customers, employees, and investors, are built. Firstly, companies must establish a culture of trust with their employees. When employees feel trusted, they are more likely to be engaged, motivated, and productive. This, in turn, leads to higher levels of productivity and reduces turnover rates. To build trust with customers, companies need to deliver dependable products and services. This means consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Transparent communication and ethical practices also contribute significantly towards fostering trust. Investors are more inclined to fund companies they trust. They look for firms that have a track record of honesty, accurate reporting, and robust corporate governance. A breach of trust with investors can lead to severe reputational damage and financial losses. In conclusion, while capital and innovation are vital, trust remains a (F) ______ component that ensures the continuous growth and stability of a company.

 

Additional Information

• Expedited (त्वरित): "Expedited" means to speed up a process, which does not necessarily indicate reliability or precision.
• Certified (प्रमाणित): "Certified" means formally recognized or assured, which partially fits but does not emphasize accuracy specifically.
• Irregular (अनियमित): "Irregular" means not consistent or uniform, which is the opposite of what is desired in reporting.
• Prompt (तत्पर): "Prompt" means quick or on time, which does not directly address accuracy or reliability.

The correct answer is 'critical'.

 

Key Points

• The passage emphasizes the importance of trust in the sustainability and stability of a company.
• The word chosen should reflect the significant and vital role trust plays.
• "Critical" is the most appropriate option as it means extremely important and essential for the continuous growth and stability of a company.
• Other options ("'marginal', 'roundabout', 'trivial', and 'frivolous'") do not convey the necessary importance of trust in this context.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

 

Complete Passage: Companies in today's market primarily depend on three main factors: capital, trust, and innovation. While capital is crucial for funding operations and innovation drives growth, trust plays an indispensable role in the sustainability of any business. Trust is the foundation upon which long-term relationships with stakeholders, including customers, employees, and investors, are built. Firstly, companies must establish a culture of trust with their employees. When employees feel trusted, they are more likely to be engaged, motivated, and productive. This, in turn, leads to higher levels of productivity and reduces turnover rates. To build trust with customers, companies need to deliver dependable products and services. This means consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Transparent communication and ethical practices also contribute significantly towards fostering trust. Investors are more inclined to fund companies they trust. They look for firms that have a track record of honesty, accurate reporting, and robust corporate governance. A breach of trust with investors can lead to severe reputational damage and financial losses. In conclusion, while capital and innovation are vital, trust remains a critical component that ensures the continuous growth and stability of a company.

 

Additional Information

• Marginal (सीमांत): "Marginal" means of minor importance or insignificant.
• Roundabout (घुमावदार): "Roundabout" is indirect or not straightforward, which does not convey importance.
• Trivial (तुच्छ): "Trivial" means of little value or importance.
• Frivolous (मूर्खतापूर्ण): "Frivolous" means not having any serious purpose or value.

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:

• 1) He wanted to buy a new house, but he didn't have money for that.
• This is a well-structured compound sentence. The coordinating conjunction "but" correctly connects two independent clauses to show a contrast, and the tenses are consistent.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• 2) Rakesh had left the city when I reached his room.
• This sentence correctly applies the rules for the past perfect tense. When two actions happen in the past, the past perfect ("had left") is used for the earlier action, and the simple past ("reached") is used for the action that happened second.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• 3) Seven plus seven makes fourteen.
• In English grammar, arithmetic equations and sums are generally treated as a single, unified mathematical concept. Therefore, they correctly take a singular verb ("makes").
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• 4) Why didn't he leave her alone?
• This is a flawlessly structured interrogative sentence. It follows the standard formula for asking a question in the past tense: Wh-word + auxiliary verb + subject + base verb + object.
• This sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.
• So, out of the given sentences, all sentences (1, 2, 3, and 4) are grammatically and contextually correct.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "All are correct."

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

Let's replace all the bold words with blanks - 

______ (A) don’t take mental health ______ (B) and it is the ______ (C) that has to step in, more so in a ______ (D) digital world.

• To answer the question let's first look at the meanings of all the marked words - 
• (A) Government - It's a noun and it means 'the group of people with the authority to govern a country or state; a particular ministry in office'. (सरकार​)
• (B) Seriously - It's an adverb and it means 'in a solemn or considered manner'. (गंभीरता से)
• (C) Academics - It's a noun and it means 'teachers or scholars in a university or other institute of higher education'. (शैक्षणिक)
• (D) Competitive - It's an adjective and it means 'relating to or characterized by competition' (प्रतिस्पर्द्धी)
• The noun 'government' should come in the third blank because we need a singular noun in the first blank.
• Also, the noun 'academics ' is a singular noun and it should come in the first blank followed by the article 'the'.
• Both the adjective 'competitive' and the adverb 'seriously' are given in their right places.
• Therefore, the correct answer is 'CBAD'.

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The correct sentence after rearrangement would be - Government doesn’t take mental health seriously and it is the academics that have to step in, more so in a competitive digital world.

The correct answer is option 4.

Key Points

Let's replace all the bold words with blanks - 

The digital ______ (A) provide ______ (B) initially but later ______ (C) students into them where they ______ (D) for emotional support and love.

• To answer the question let's first look at the meanings of all the marked words - 
• (A) Anonymity - It's a noun and it means 'the condition of being anonymous'. (गुमनामी)
• (B) Platforms - It's a noun and it means 'computer technologies that can be used with some types of software programs'.
• (C) Search - It's a verb and it means 'try to find something by looking or otherwise seeking carefully and thoroughly'. (खोज)
• (D) Suck - It's a verb and it means 'an act of sucking something'. (चूसना)
• After looking at the meanings of all the marked words we can conclude that 'platforms' which is a noun should come in the first blank preceded by the adjective 'digital' that describes the quality of the noun 'platforms'.
• And the noun 'anonymity' should come in the second blank while the verb 'search' should come in the last blank.
• Also, the verb 'suck' should come in the third blank as it makes the phrase 'suck into' which means 'involve someone in something without their choosing' (में फँसना).
• Therefore, the correct answer is 'BADC'.

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The correct sentence after rearrangement would be - The digital platforms provide anonymity initially but later suck students into them where they search for emotional support and love.

The correct  answer is option 2.

Key Points

Let's replace all the bold words with blanks - 

The ______ (A) of student suicides and ______ (B) murders by students in Telangana in ______ (C) times have jolted people out of their ______. (D)

• To answer the question let's first look at the meanings of all the marked words - 
• (A) Slumber - It's a noun and it means 'a very light state of sleep, almost awake'. (नींद)
• (B) Recent - It's an adjective and it means 'having happened, begun, or been done not long ago'. (हाल ही का)
• (C) Gruesome - It's an adjective and it means 'causing repulsion or horror; grisly'. (भीषण)
• (D) Spree - It's a noun and it means 'a spell or sustained period of unrestrained activity of a particular kind' (गतिविधि)
• After looking at the meanings of all the marked words we can conclude that 'gruesome' which is an adjective should come in the second blank followed by the noun 'murders' as it is describing the quality of the noun 'murders'.
• And the adjective 'recent' should come in the third blank followed by the noun 'times' as it is describing the quality of the noun 'times'.
• Also, the noun 'slumber' should come in the last blank as it fits in the phrase 'jolted out of their slumber' and 'spree' should come in the first blank.
• Therefore, the correct answer is 'DCBA'.

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The correct sentence after rearrangement would be - The spree of student suicides and gruesome murders by students in Telangana in recent times have jolted people out of their slumber.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. B-D & A-C.

Key PointsThe given sentence is - 

We waited for our ______ (A) to fall asleep to have our ______ (B) meeting in the living room about ______ (C) ______ (D) anniversary party.

To answer the question let's first look at the meanings of all the marked words.

• (A) Their - It's a determiner that means 'belonging to or associated with the people or things previously mentioned or easily identified' (उनकी/उनका)
• (B) Surprise - It's a verb that means 'cause (someone) to feel mild astonishment or shock' (चकित करना)
• (C) Parents - It's a noun that means 'a person's mother and father' (माता-पिता)
• (D) Clandestine - It's an adjective that means 'kept secret or done secretively' (गुप्त)

 

After looking at the meanings of all the marked words we can conclude that 'their' should be interchanged with 'parents' because 'their' should come before 'anniversary party' (their anniversary party means the anniversary party which is thrown for them/parents) and 'parents' should come before 'to fall asleep'. 

Also, 'Surprise' should be interchanged with 'clandestine' because clandestine would be a more suitable adjective for 'meeting' (Clandestine meeting means a secret meeting) and 'surprise' would be a more suitable adjective for 'anniversary party' (Surprise anniversary party means the party which is a surprise for the person it is thrown).

Therefore, the correct answer would be B-D & A-C. 

The correct sentence after rearrangement -

'We waited for our parents to fall asleep to have our clandestine meeting in the living room about their surprise anniversary party.'

The correct answer is option 4.

Key Points

Let's replace all the bold words with blanks - 

The _____ (A) number of employees who will be _____ (B) under the new order will only be known after _____ (C) employees have _____ (D) the option.

• To answer the question let's first look at the meanings of all the marked words - 
• (A) Eligible - It's an adjective and it means 'having the right to do or obtain something; satisfying the appropriate conditions'. (योग्य)
• (B) Exercised - It's a verb and it means 'use or apply (a faculty, right, or process)'. (प्रयोग)
• (C) Exact - It's an adjective and it means 'not approximated in any way; precise'. (एकदम सही)
• (D) Covered - It's a verb and it means '(of insurance) protect against a liability, loss, or accident involving financial consequences'. (अन्तर्निहित)
• After looking at the meanings of all the marked words we can conclude that 'exact' which is an adjective should come in the first blank followed by the noun 'number' as it is describing the quality of the noun 'number'.
• And the adjective 'eligible' should come in the third blank followed by the noun 'employees' as it is describing the quality of the noun 'employees'.
• Also, the verb 'covered' should come in the second blank as it takes the preposition 'under' and hence the verb 'exercised' should come in the fourth blank.
• Therefore, the correct answer is 'CDAB'.

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The correct sentence after rearrangement would be - The exact number of employees who will be covered under the new order will only be known after eligible employees have exercised the option.