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SBI Clerk Prelims Memory Based Paper (Held On: 12 Nov 2022 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)·English Language
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Question 781

SBI Clerk 2022• English Language• English Language

Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

Amidst global turmoil, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change — the largest international consortium of scientists analyzing and reviewing the evidence on the present and future man-made impacts of climate change — has a message that is predictably dire. The world faces unavoidable multiple climate hazards over the next two decades with global warming of 1.5°C; even temporarily exceeding this warming level would mean additional severe impacts, some of which will be irreversible. The report points out that the rise in weather and climate extremes has led to some irreversible impacts as natural and human systems are pushed beyond their ability to adapt. Alluding to the Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, in November 2021, the report notes that most of the targets that countries have set for themselves are too far in the future to have an impact in the short term at meaningfully reducing the climate impact.

India will achieve net-zero emissions latest by 2070, that is, there will be no net carbon emissions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared at the COP26 summit. By 2030, India would also _______ 50% of its energy will be from renewable energy sources. However, none of this can help the 1.5°C mark from being breached. A major point of emphasis of the report, particularly for South Asia, is the trend in the ‘wet bulb’ temperature — an index of the impact of heat and humidity combined — and its effect on health. Lucknow and Patna, according to one of several studies cited in the report, were among the cities predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C if emissions continued to rise, while Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Mumbai, Indore, and Ahmedabad are ‘at risk’ of reaching wet-bulb temperatures of 32°C-34°C with continued emissions. This will have consequences such as a rise in heat-wave linked deaths or reduced productivity. Global sea levels will likely rise 44cm-76cm this century if governments meet their current emissions-cutting pledges. But with higher emissions, and if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters this century and 5m by 2150. India is one of the most vulnerable country in terms of the population that will be affected by sea-level rise. By the middle of the century, around 35 million of its people could face annual coastal flooding, with 45 million-50 million at risk by the end of the century if emissions are high. Experience has shown that partisan economic calculations trump climate considerations, but India must shore up its adaptation measures and urgently move to secure the futures of its many vulnerable who have the most to lose.

According to the passage, when will India achieve net-zero emissions?

  1. AOption (a)

    By 2090

  2. BOption (b)

    By 2070

  3. COption (c)

    By 2030

  4. DOption (d)

    By 2040

  5. EOption (e)

    By 2050

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Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

By 2070

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is '​By 2070.'

Key Points

  • The first sentence of the second paragraph says "India will achieve net-zero emissions latest by 2070, that is, there will be no net carbon emissions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared at the COP26 summit.''
  • From the above sentence, we can say that India will achieve net-zero emissions by 2070.

Hence, the only possible answer is option 2.

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Question 782

SBI Clerk 2022• English Language• English Language

Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

Amidst global turmoil, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change — the largest international consortium of scientists analyzing and reviewing the evidence on the present and future man-made impacts of climate change — has a message that is predictably dire. The world faces unavoidable multiple climate hazards over the next two decades with global warming of 1.5°C; even temporarily exceeding this warming level would mean additional severe impacts, some of which will be irreversible. The report points out that the rise in weather and climate extremes has led to some irreversible impacts as natural and human systems are pushed beyond their ability to adapt. Alluding to the Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, in November 2021, the report notes that most of the targets that countries have set for themselves are too far in the future to have an impact in the short term at meaningfully reducing the climate impact.

India will achieve net-zero emissions latest by 2070, that is, there will be no net carbon emissions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared at the COP26 summit. By 2030, India would also _______ 50% of its energy will be from renewable energy sources. However, none of this can help the 1.5°C mark from being breached. A major point of emphasis of the report, particularly for South Asia, is the trend in the ‘wet bulb’ temperature — an index of the impact of heat and humidity combined — and its effect on health. Lucknow and Patna, according to one of several studies cited in the report, were among the cities predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C if emissions continued to rise, while Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Mumbai, Indore, and Ahmedabad are ‘at risk’ of reaching wet-bulb temperatures of 32°C-34°C with continued emissions. This will have consequences such as a rise in heat-wave linked deaths or reduced productivity. Global sea levels will likely rise 44cm-76cm this century if governments meet their current emissions-cutting pledges. But with higher emissions, and if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters this century and 5m by 2150. India is one of the most vulnerable country in terms of the population that will be affected by sea-level rise. By the middle of the century, around 35 million of its people could face annual coastal flooding, with 45 million-50 million at risk by the end of the century if emissions are high. Experience has shown that partisan economic calculations trump climate considerations, but India must shore up its adaptation measures and urgently move to secure the futures of its many vulnerable who have the most to lose.

Which of the following is/are correct according to the given passage?

A. If ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters by this century.

B. The world faces avoidable multiple climate hazards over the next two decades with global warming of 10.5°C.

C. The rise in weather and climate extremes has led to some reversible impacts.

  1. AOption (a)

    Only A

  2. BOption (b)

    Both A and B

  3. COption (c)

    Only B

  4. DOption (d)

    Both B and C

  5. EOption (e)

    Only C

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Only A

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Only A.'

Key Points

  • The eighth sentence of the second paragraph says "But with higher emissions, and if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters this century and 5m by 2150.''
    • From the above sentence, we can say that statement A is correct according to the given passage.​​​
  • The second sentence of the first paragraph says ''The world faces unavoidable multiple climate hazards over the next two decades with global warming of 1.5°C; even temporarily exceeding this warming level would mean additional severe impacts, some of which will be irreversible'' and the third sentence of the first paragraph says ''The report points out that the rise in weather and climate extremes has led to some irreversible impacts as natural and human systems are pushed beyond their ability to adapt.''
  • From the above sentences, we can say that statements B and C are incorrect according to the given passage.​​

Hence, the only possible answer is option 1.

SBI Clerk Prelims Memory Based Paper (Held On: 12 Nov 2022 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)·English Language
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Question 783

SBI Clerk 2022• English Language• English Language

Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

Amidst global turmoil, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change — the largest international consortium of scientists analyzing and reviewing the evidence on the present and future man-made impacts of climate change — has a message that is predictably dire. The world faces unavoidable multiple climate hazards over the next two decades with global warming of 1.5°C; even temporarily exceeding this warming level would mean additional severe impacts, some of which will be irreversible. The report points out that the rise in weather and climate extremes has led to some irreversible impacts as natural and human systems are pushed beyond their ability to adapt. Alluding to the Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, in November 2021, the report notes that most of the targets that countries have set for themselves are too far in the future to have an impact in the short term at meaningfully reducing the climate impact.

India will achieve net-zero emissions latest by 2070, that is, there will be no net carbon emissions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared at the COP26 summit. By 2030, India would also _______ 50% of its energy will be from renewable energy sources. However, none of this can help the 1.5°C mark from being breached. A major point of emphasis of the report, particularly for South Asia, is the trend in the ‘wet bulb’ temperature — an index of the impact of heat and humidity combined — and its effect on health. Lucknow and Patna, according to one of several studies cited in the report, were among the cities predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C if emissions continued to rise, while Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Mumbai, Indore, and Ahmedabad are ‘at risk’ of reaching wet-bulb temperatures of 32°C-34°C with continued emissions. This will have consequences such as a rise in heat-wave linked deaths or reduced productivity. Global sea levels will likely rise 44cm-76cm this century if governments meet their current emissions-cutting pledges. But with higher emissions, and if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters this century and 5m by 2150. India is one of the most vulnerable country in terms of the population that will be affected by sea-level rise. By the middle of the century, around 35 million of its people could face annual coastal flooding, with 45 million-50 million at risk by the end of the century if emissions are high. Experience has shown that partisan economic calculations trump climate considerations, but India must shore up its adaptation measures and urgently move to secure the futures of its many vulnerable who have the most to lose.

According to the passage, if emissions are high, how many people could face annual coastal flooding by the end of the century?

  1. AOption (a)

    Around 35 million

  2. BOption (b)

    25 million-30 million

  3. COption (c)

    Around 15 million

  4. DOption (d)

    45 million-50 million

  5. EOption (e)

    Around 10 million

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

45 million-50 million

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is '​45 million-50 million.'

Key Points

  • The tenth sentence of the second paragraph says "By the middle of the century, around 35 million of its people could face annual coastal flooding, with 45 million-50 million at risk by the end of the century if emissions are high.''
  • From the above sentence, we can say that according to the passage, if emissions are high, 45 million-50 million people could face annual coastal flooding by the end of the century.

Hence, the only possible answer is option 4.

SBI Clerk Prelims Memory Based Paper (Held On: 12 Nov 2022 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)·English Language
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Question 784

SBI Clerk 2022• English Language• English Language

Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

Amidst global turmoil, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change — the largest international consortium of scientists analyzing and reviewing the evidence on the present and future man-made impacts of climate change — has a message that is predictably dire. The world faces unavoidable multiple climate hazards over the next two decades with global warming of 1.5°C; even temporarily exceeding this warming level would mean additional severe impacts, some of which will be irreversible. The report points out that the rise in weather and climate extremes has led to some irreversible impacts as natural and human systems are pushed beyond their ability to adapt. Alluding to the Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, in November 2021, the report notes that most of the targets that countries have set for themselves are too far in the future to have an impact in the short term at meaningfully reducing the climate impact.

India will achieve net-zero emissions latest by 2070, that is, there will be no net carbon emissions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared at the COP26 summit. By 2030, India would also _______ 50% of its energy will be from renewable energy sources. However, none of this can help the 1.5°C mark from being breached. A major point of emphasis of the report, particularly for South Asia, is the trend in the ‘wet bulb’ temperature — an index of the impact of heat and humidity combined — and its effect on health. Lucknow and Patna, according to one of several studies cited in the report, were among the cities predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C if emissions continued to rise, while Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Mumbai, Indore, and Ahmedabad are ‘at risk’ of reaching wet-bulb temperatures of 32°C-34°C with continued emissions. This will have consequences such as a rise in heat-wave linked deaths or reduced productivity. Global sea levels will likely rise 44cm-76cm this century if governments meet their current emissions-cutting pledges. But with higher emissions, and if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters this century and 5m by 2150. India is one of the most vulnerable country in terms of the population that will be affected by sea-level rise. By the middle of the century, around 35 million of its people could face annual coastal flooding, with 45 million-50 million at risk by the end of the century if emissions are high. Experience has shown that partisan economic calculations trump climate considerations, but India must shore up its adaptation measures and urgently move to secure the futures of its many vulnerable who have the most to lose.

According to the passage, how much the sea levels could rise by 2150 if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected?

  1. AOption (a)

    Two meters

  2. BOption (b)

    Five meters

  3. COption (c)

    1.5 meters

  4. DOption (d)

    6.5 meters

  5. EOption (e)

    Ten meters

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

Five meters

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is '​Five meters.'

Key Points

  • The given passage is all about the impacts of climate change.
  • The eighth sentence of the second paragraph says "But with higher emissions, and if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters this century and 5m by 2150.''
  • From the above sentence, we can say that according to the passage, if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 5 meters by 2150.

Hence, the only possible answer is option 2.

Important Points

  • ​Given below are the points, we should keep in mind while solving questions of reading comprehension-
  • Identify the purpose of reading. Try to go through the question first then the passage so that you can just focus on the things you need to look at in the passage.
  • Anticipate what may lie ahead. Look out for specific information in the passage.
  • Read the passage quickly to get a general idea of meaning or to find specific information, e.g. figures or names.
SBI Clerk Prelims Memory Based Paper (Held On: 12 Nov 2022 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)·English Language
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Question 785

SBI Clerk 2022• English Language• English Language

Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

Amidst global turmoil, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change — the largest international consortium of scientists analyzing and reviewing the evidence on the present and future man-made impacts of climate change — has a message that is predictably dire. The world faces unavoidable multiple climate hazards over the next two decades with global warming of 1.5°C; even temporarily exceeding this warming level would mean additional severe impacts, some of which will be irreversible. The report points out that the rise in weather and climate extremes has led to some irreversible impacts as natural and human systems are pushed beyond their ability to adapt. Alluding to the Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, in November 2021, the report notes that most of the targets that countries have set for themselves are too far in the future to have an impact in the short term at meaningfully reducing the climate impact.

India will achieve net-zero emissions latest by 2070, that is, there will be no net carbon emissions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared at the COP26 summit. By 2030, India would also _______ 50% of its energy will be from renewable energy sources. However, none of this can help the 1.5°C mark from being breached. A major point of emphasis of the report, particularly for South Asia, is the trend in the ‘wet bulb’ temperature — an index of the impact of heat and humidity combined — and its effect on health. Lucknow and Patna, according to one of several studies cited in the report, were among the cities predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C if emissions continued to rise, while Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Mumbai, Indore, and Ahmedabad are ‘at risk’ of reaching wet-bulb temperatures of 32°C-34°C with continued emissions. This will have consequences such as a rise in heat-wave linked deaths or reduced productivity. Global sea levels will likely rise 44cm-76cm this century if governments meet their current emissions-cutting pledges. But with higher emissions, and if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters this century and 5m by 2150. India is one of the most vulnerable country in terms of the population that will be affected by sea-level rise. By the middle of the century, around 35 million of its people could face annual coastal flooding, with 45 million-50 million at risk by the end of the century if emissions are high. Experience has shown that partisan economic calculations trump climate considerations, but India must shore up its adaptation measures and urgently move to secure the futures of its many vulnerable who have the most to lose.

What will fit in the blank taken from the passage: ''By 2030, India would also _______ 50% of its energy will be from renewable energy sources.''

  1. AOption (a)

    Ensurable

  2. BOption (b)

    Ensures

  3. COption (c)

    Ensuring

  4. DOption (d)

    Ensure

  5. EOption (e)

    Ensured

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

Ensure

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Ensure.'

Key Points

  • In the given sentence, the modal verb ''would'' before the blank indicates the use of the base or root form of the verb in the blank.
  • We know that after ''will, would, must, can, could, may, might, shall, should, do, does, did'' we use the base form of the verb.
  • Example: I thought it would rain so I brought my umbrella.
  • The verbs that follow modal verbs should only be in their base form.
  • Therefore, the base or root form of the verb 'ensure' should be used in the blank.

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Complete Sentence: By 2030, India would also ensure 50% of its energy will be from renewable energy sources.

Additional Information

  • Let us explore the other options:
  • Ensurable is not the correct form of the verb or a word.
  • Ensures is the third-person present singular form of the verb.
  • Ensuring is the gerund or present participle form of the verb.
  • Ensured is the past tense form of the verb.
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Question 786

SBI Clerk 2022• English Language• English Language

Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

Amidst global turmoil, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change — the largest international consortium of scientists analyzing and reviewing the evidence on the present and future man-made impacts of climate change — has a message that is predictably dire. The world faces unavoidable multiple climate hazards over the next two decades with global warming of 1.5°C; even temporarily exceeding this warming level would mean additional severe impacts, some of which will be irreversible. The report points out that the rise in weather and climate extremes has led to some irreversible impacts as natural and human systems are pushed beyond their ability to adapt. Alluding to the Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, in November 2021, the report notes that most of the targets that countries have set for themselves are too far in the future to have an impact in the short term at meaningfully reducing the climate impact.

India will achieve net-zero emissions latest by 2070, that is, there will be no net carbon emissions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared at the COP26 summit. By 2030, India would also _______ 50% of its energy will be from renewable energy sources. However, none of this can help the 1.5°C mark from being breached. A major point of emphasis of the report, particularly for South Asia, is the trend in the ‘wet bulb’ temperature — an index of the impact of heat and humidity combined — and its effect on health. Lucknow and Patna, according to one of several studies cited in the report, were among the cities predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C if emissions continued to rise, while Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Mumbai, Indore, and Ahmedabad are ‘at risk’ of reaching wet-bulb temperatures of 32°C-34°C with continued emissions. This will have consequences such as a rise in heat-wave linked deaths or reduced productivity. Global sea levels will likely rise 44cm-76cm this century if governments meet their current emissions-cutting pledges. But with higher emissions, and if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters this century and 5m by 2150. India is one of the most vulnerable country in terms of the population that will be affected by sea-level rise. By the middle of the century, around 35 million of its people could face annual coastal flooding, with 45 million-50 million at risk by the end of the century if emissions are high. Experience has shown that partisan economic calculations trump climate considerations, but India must shore up its adaptation measures and urgently move to secure the futures of its many vulnerable who have the most to lose.

Choose the synonym of the word 'Irreversible'.

  1. AOption (a)

    Irrevocable

  2. BOption (b)

    Corrigible

  3. COption (c)

    Retrievable

  4. DOption (d)

    Repairable

  5. EOption (e)

    Revocable

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Irrevocable

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is '​Irrevocable.'

Key Points

  • The word 'Irreversible' means Not able to be undone or altered.
  • Example: Smoking has caused irreversible damage to his lungs.
  • Let's look at the meaning of the given options:-
  • ​Irrevocable - Not able to be changed, reversed, or recovered; final.
  • Example: Old age was a phase of irrevocable and inevitable decline.
  • Corrigible - Capable of being corrected, rectified, or reformed.
  • Example: Fortunately the laws in our country are corrigible and can be altered to suit the changing times.
  • Retrievable - Capable of being retrieved or recovered.
  • Example: Records shall remain legible, readily identifiable, and retrievable.
  • Repairable - Something able to be restored to a good condition.
  • Example: Hard plastic under the fur isn't repairable in any way.
  • Revocable - Capable of being revoked or canceled.
  • Example: The offer is revocable at any time by the offeror before acceptance by the offeree.

Hence, the only possible answer is option 1.

Additional Information

  • The synonyms of the word 'Irreversible' are "​Irrevocable, Irrecoverable, Irremediable".
  • The antonyms of the word 'Irreversible' are "Corrigible, Retrievable, Revocable".
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Question 787

SBI Clerk 2022• English Language• English Language

Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

Amidst global turmoil, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change — the largest international consortium of scientists analyzing and reviewing the evidence on the present and future man-made impacts of climate change — has a message that is predictably dire. The world faces unavoidable multiple climate hazards over the next two decades with global warming of 1.5°C; even temporarily exceeding this warming level would mean additional severe impacts, some of which will be irreversible. The report points out that the rise in weather and climate extremes has led to some irreversible impacts as natural and human systems are pushed beyond their ability to adapt. Alluding to the Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, in November 2021, the report notes that most of the targets that countries have set for themselves are too far in the future to have an impact in the short term at meaningfully reducing the climate impact.

India will achieve net-zero emissions latest by 2070, that is, there will be no net carbon emissions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared at the COP26 summit. By 2030, India would also _______ 50% of its energy will be from renewable energy sources. However, none of this can help the 1.5°C mark from being breached. A major point of emphasis of the report, particularly for South Asia, is the trend in the ‘wet bulb’ temperature — an index of the impact of heat and humidity combined — and its effect on health. Lucknow and Patna, according to one of several studies cited in the report, were among the cities predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C if emissions continued to rise, while Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Mumbai, Indore, and Ahmedabad are ‘at risk’ of reaching wet-bulb temperatures of 32°C-34°C with continued emissions. This will have consequences such as a rise in heat-wave linked deaths or reduced productivity. Global sea levels will likely rise 44cm-76cm this century if governments meet their current emissions-cutting pledges. But with higher emissions, and if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters this century and 5m by 2150. India is one of the most vulnerable country in terms of the population that will be affected by sea-level rise. By the middle of the century, around 35 million of its people could face annual coastal flooding, with 45 million-50 million at risk by the end of the century if emissions are high. Experience has shown that partisan economic calculations trump climate considerations, but India must shore up its adaptation measures and urgently move to secure the futures of its many vulnerable who have the most to lose.

Choose the antonym of the word 'Evidence.'

  1. AOption (a)

    Attestation

  2. BOption (b)

    Confirmation

  3. COption (c)

    Corroboration

  4. DOption (d)

    Proof

  5. EOption (e)

    Guess

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (e)E.

Guess

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Guess.'

Key Points

  • The word 'Evidence' means The available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid.
  • Example: We have evidence to substantiate the allegations against him.
  • Let's look at the meaning of the given options:-
  • Attestation - Evidence or proof of something.
  • Example: He failed to prove the attestation of the will by the witness.
  • Confirmation - The action of confirming something or the state of being confirmed.
  • Example: There has still been no official confirmation of the report.
  • Corroboration - Evidence that confirms or supports a statement, theory, or finding; confirmation.
  • Example: His possession of the gun is corroboration of his guilt.
  • Proof - Evidence or argument establishing a fact or the truth of a statement.
  • Example: The receipt is your proof of purchase.
  • Guess - To estimate or conclude something without sufficient information to be sure of being correct.
  • Example: We can only guess about the murderer.

​

Hence, the only possible answer is option 5.

Additional Information

  • The antonyms of the word 'Evidence' are "​Guess, Assumption, Disproof".
  • The synonyms of the word 'Evidence' are "Attestation, Confirmation, Proof".
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Question 788

SBI Clerk 2022• English Language• English Language

Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

Amidst global turmoil, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change — the largest international consortium of scientists analyzing and reviewing the evidence on the present and future man-made impacts of climate change — has a message that is predictably dire. The world faces unavoidable multiple climate hazards over the next two decades with global warming of 1.5°C; even temporarily exceeding this warming level would mean additional severe impacts, some of which will be irreversible. The report points out that the rise in weather and climate extremes has led to some irreversible impacts as natural and human systems are pushed beyond their ability to adapt. Alluding to the Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, in November 2021, the report notes that most of the targets that countries have set for themselves are too far in the future to have an impact in the short term at meaningfully reducing the climate impact.

India will achieve net-zero emissions latest by 2070, that is, there will be no net carbon emissions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared at the COP26 summit. By 2030, India would also _______ 50% of its energy will be from renewable energy sources. However, none of this can help the 1.5°C mark from being breached. A major point of emphasis of the report, particularly for South Asia, is the trend in the ‘wet bulb’ temperature — an index of the impact of heat and humidity combined — and its effect on health. Lucknow and Patna, according to one of several studies cited in the report, were among the cities predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C if emissions continued to rise, while Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Mumbai, Indore, and Ahmedabad are ‘at risk’ of reaching wet-bulb temperatures of 32°C-34°C with continued emissions. This will have consequences such as a rise in heat-wave linked deaths or reduced productivity. Global sea levels will likely rise 44cm-76cm this century if governments meet their current emissions-cutting pledges. But with higher emissions, and if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters this century and 5m by 2150. India is one of the most vulnerable country in terms of the population that will be affected by sea-level rise. By the middle of the century, around 35 million of its people could face annual coastal flooding, with 45 million-50 million at risk by the end of the century if emissions are high. Experience has shown that partisan economic calculations trump climate considerations, but India must shore up its adaptation measures and urgently move to secure the futures of its many vulnerable who have the most to lose.

Which of the following is/are incorrect according to the given passage?

A. The 2021 COP26 summit was held in Glasgow.

B. Global sea levels will fall 44cm-76cm this century if governments meet their current emission-cutting pledges.

C. Lucknow and Patna were predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C with continued emissions.

  1. AOption (a)

    Only A

  2. BOption (b)

    Both A and B

  3. COption (c)

    Only B

  4. DOption (d)

    Both A and C

  5. EOption (e)

    Only C

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Only B

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Only B.'

Key Points

  • The last sentence of the first paragraph says ''Alluding to the Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, in November 2021, the report notes that most of the targets that countries have set for themselves are too far in the future to have an impact in the short term at meaningfully reducing the climate impact'' and the fifth sentence of the second paragraph says ''Lucknow and Patna, according to one of several studies cited in the report, were among the cities predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C if emissions continued to rise, while Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Mumbai, Indore, and Ahmedabad are ‘at risk’ of reaching wet-bulb temperatures of 32°C-34°C with continued emissions.''
  • From the above sentences, we can say that statements A and C are correct according to the given passage.​
  • The seventh sentence of the second paragraph says ''Global sea levels will likely rise 44cm-76cm this century if governments meet their current emissions-cutting pledges.''
  • From the above sentence, we can say that statement B is incorrect according to the given passage.​​​

Hence, the only possible answer is option 3.

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Question 789

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Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow by choosing the correct/most appropriate options:

Amidst global turmoil, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change — the largest international consortium of scientists analyzing and reviewing the evidence on the present and future man-made impacts of climate change — has a message that is predictably dire. The world faces unavoidable multiple climate hazards over the next two decades with global warming of 1.5°C; even temporarily exceeding this warming level would mean additional severe impacts, some of which will be irreversible. The report points out that the rise in weather and climate extremes has led to some irreversible impacts as natural and human systems are pushed beyond their ability to adapt. Alluding to the Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow, in November 2021, the report notes that most of the targets that countries have set for themselves are too far in the future to have an impact in the short term at meaningfully reducing the climate impact.

India will achieve net-zero emissions latest by 2070, that is, there will be no net carbon emissions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared at the COP26 summit. By 2030, India would also _______ 50% of its energy will be from renewable energy sources. However, none of this can help the 1.5°C mark from being breached. A major point of emphasis of the report, particularly for South Asia, is the trend in the ‘wet bulb’ temperature — an index of the impact of heat and humidity combined — and its effect on health. Lucknow and Patna, according to one of several studies cited in the report, were among the cities predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C if emissions continued to rise, while Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Mumbai, Indore, and Ahmedabad are ‘at risk’ of reaching wet-bulb temperatures of 32°C-34°C with continued emissions. This will have consequences such as a rise in heat-wave linked deaths or reduced productivity. Global sea levels will likely rise 44cm-76cm this century if governments meet their current emissions-cutting pledges. But with higher emissions, and if ice sheets collapse more quickly than expected, sea levels could rise as much as 2 meters this century and 5m by 2150. India is one of the most vulnerable country in terms of the population that will be affected by sea-level rise. By the middle of the century, around 35 million of its people could face annual coastal flooding, with 45 million-50 million at risk by the end of the century if emissions are high. Experience has shown that partisan economic calculations trump climate considerations, but India must shore up its adaptation measures and urgently move to secure the futures of its many vulnerable who have the most to lose.

What is the theme of the passage?

  1. AOption (a)

    India must relax upon its adaptation measures for climate considerations.

  2. BOption (b)

    India can withstand the sea-level rise.

  3. COption (c)

    India is risk-free from climate change.

  4. DOption (d)

    The achievement of net-zero emissions by India.

  5. EOption (e)

    India must shore up its adaptation measures for climate considerations.

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Answer: (e)E.

India must shore up its adaptation measures for climate considerations.

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is '​India must shore up its adaptation measures for climate considerations.'

Key Points

  • The fifth sentence of the second paragraph says ''Lucknow and Patna, according to one of several studies cited in the report, were among the cities predicted to reach wet-bulb temperatures of 35°C if emissions continued to rise, while Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Mumbai, Indore, and Ahmedabad are ‘at risk’ of reaching wet-bulb temperatures of 32°C-34°C with continued emissions'', the ninth sentence of the second paragraph says ''India is one of the most vulnerable countries in terms of the population that will be affected by sea-level rise'' and the last sentence of the passage concludes "Experience has shown that partisan economic calculations trump climate considerations, but India must shore up its adaptation measures and urgently move to secure the futures of its many vulnerable who have the most to lose."
  • From the above sentences, we can say that the theme of the passage is ''​​​India must shore up its adaptation measures for climate considerations.''

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Hence, the only possible answer is option 5.

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Question 790

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Directions: In each of the questions below, four sentences are given that may or may not contain an error. Choose the one that is grammatically as well as contextually correct and meaningful. If all the sentences are correct, mark 'All are correct as your answer'.

  1. AOption (a)

    Great Expectations were written by Dickens.

  2. BOption (b)

    Every man and woman are required to check-in.

  3. COption (c)

    The Grapes of Wrath take a long time to read.

  4. DOption (d)

    Either Shilpi or Raj is to blame for the accident.

  5. EOption (e)

    All are correct.

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Answer: (d)D.

Either Shilpi or Raj is to blame for the accident.

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Either Shilpi or Raj is to blame for the accident' i.e. this sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.

Key Points

  • Let us explore the grammatical errors in the sentences:
  • In Option 1, the use of the plural form of the verb 'were' is incorrect.
  • We know that a singular subject (here, 'Great Expectations' which is a novel) requires a singular verb (here, was).
  • Titles of single entities (books, organizations, countries, etc.) are always singular.
  • Therefore, the singular form of the verb 'was' should be used in place of the plural form of the verb 'were'.
  • Correct Sentence: Great Expectations was written by Dickens.
  • In Option 2, the use of the plural form of the verb 'are' is incorrect.
  • We know that the determiner 'Every' is always followed by a singular verb.
  • Therefore, the singular form of the verb 'is' should be used in place of the plural form of the verb 'are'.
  • Correct Sentence: Every man and woman is required to check-in.
  • In Option 3, the use of the plural form of the verb 'take' is incorrect.
  • We know that a singular subject (here, 'The Grapes of Wrath' which is a novel) requires a singular verb (here, takes).
  • Titles of single entities (books, organizations, countries, etc.) are always singular.
  • Therefore, the singular form of the verb 'takes' should be used in place of the plural form of the verb 'take'.
  • Correct Sentence: The Grapes of Wrath takes a long time to read.

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

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Question 791

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Directions: In each of the questions below, four sentences are given that may or may not contain an error. Choose the one that is grammatically as well as contextually correct and meaningful. If all the sentences are correct, mark 'All are correct as your answer'.

  1. AOption (a)

    One little girl had less presents than the rest, and Helen insisted on sharing her gifts with her.

  2. BOption (b)

    If you refuse her help because you are angry at her, you are cutting off your nose to spite your face.

  3. COption (c)

    Not only dogs but also cats are available at the animal shelter.

  4. DOption (d)

    The spectacles was sold at a price that most villagers couldn't afford, thus alienating the very people most at risk.

  5. EOption (e)

    All are correct.

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Answer: (c)C.

Not only dogs but also cats are available at the animal shelter.

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Not only dogs but also cats are available at the animal shelter' i.e. this sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.

Key Points

  • Let us explore the grammatical errors in the sentences:
  • In Option 1, the use of the determiner 'less' is incorrect.
  • The determiner 'less' is used to refer to quantity or amount among things that are measured.
  • The determiner 'fewer' is used to refer to numbers among things that are counted.
  • Therefore, the determiner 'fewer' should be used in place of the determiner 'less'.
  • Correct Sentence: One little girl had fewer presents than the rest, and Helen insisted on sharing her gifts with her.
  • In Option 2, the use of the preposition 'at' is incorrect.
  • The preposition 'at' is used when talking about an inanimate object or place.
  • The preposition 'with' is used when referring to a living being.
  • Therefore, the preposition 'with' should be used in place of the preposition 'at'.
  • Correct Sentence: If you refuse her help because you are angry with her, you are cutting off your nose to spite your face.
  • In Option 4, the use of the singular form of the verb 'was' is incorrect.
  • We know that nouns that have two parts such as spectacles, scissors, or pants require plural verbs.
  • Therefore, the plural form of the verb 'were' should be used in place of the singular form of the verb 'was'.
  • Correct Sentence: The spectacles were sold at a price that most villagers couldn't afford, thus alienating the very people most at risk.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

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Question 792

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Directions: In each of the questions below, four sentences are given that may or may not contain an error. Choose the one that is grammatically as well as contextually correct and meaningful. If all the sentences are correct, mark 'All are correct as your answer'.

  1. AOption (a)

    Either the bears or the lion has escaped from the zoo.

  2. BOption (b)

    Teachers actively engaged in working at progressive education, defending the curriculum they developed and finding ways to expand it.

  3. COption (c)

    The greatest challenge of the Americans is understanding the mindset of Eastern Europeans.

  4. DOption (d)

    Ten minutes are enough time to get there.

  5. EOption (e)

    All are correct.

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Answer: (a)A.

Either the bears or the lion has escaped from the zoo.

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Either the bears or the lion has escaped from the zoo' 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 'at' is incorrect.
  • The preposition 'at' is used for expressing location or arrival in a particular place or position.
  • The preposition 'for' is used for stating the purpose of an object or action.
  • Therefore, the preposition 'for' should be used in place of the preposition 'at'.
  • Correct Sentence: Teachers actively engaged in working for progressive education, defending the curriculum they developed and finding ways to expand it.
  • In Option 3, the use of the preposition 'of' is incorrect.
  • The preposition 'of' is used for expressing the relationship between a part and a whole.
  • The preposition 'for' is used for saying who or what is intended to receive something or get the benefit of it.
  • Therefore, the preposition 'for' should be used in place of the preposition 'of'.
  • Correct Sentence: The greatest challenge for the Americans is understanding the mindset of Eastern Europeans.
  • In Option 4, the use of the plural form of the verb 'are' is incorrect.
  • We know that the singular subject takes a singular verb.
  • The singular verb form is usually reserved for units of measurement or time.
  • Therefore, the singular form of the verb 'is' should be used in place of the plural form of the verb 'are'.
  • Correct Sentence: Ten minutes is enough time to get there.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

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Question 793

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Directions: In each of the questions below, four sentences are given that may or may not contain an error. Choose the one that is grammatically as well as contextually correct and meaningful. If all the sentences are correct, mark 'All are correct as your answer'.

  1. AOption (a)

    He could find himself making enemies as well as friends unless he proceeds with utmost caution.

  2. BOption (b)

    Swimming in the ocean and playing drums are my hobbies.

  3. COption (c)

    The friar preached again stealing and had a goose in his sleeve.

  4. DOption (d)

    Maybe Newton's law of gravitation, the law that describes how their trajectories should be playing out, is in need of a overhaul.

  5. EOption (e)

    All are correct.

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Answer: (b)B.

Swimming in the ocean and playing drums are my hobbies.

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Swimming in the ocean and playing drums are my hobbies' i.e. this sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.

Key Points

  • Let us explore the grammatical errors in the sentences:
  • In Option 1, the use of 'no article' before the superlative adjective 'utmost' is incorrect.
  • We use a superlative to say that a thing or person is the most of a group, when we use a superlative adjective before the noun, we generally use it with the article  'the'.
  • Therefore, the article 'the' should be used before the superlative adjective 'utmost'.
  • Correct Sentence: He could find himself making enemies as well as friends unless he proceeds with the utmost caution.
  • In Option 3, the use of the adverb 'again' is incorrect.
  • The adverb 'again' means another time; once more.
  • The preposition 'against' means in opposition to.
  • Therefore, the preposition 'against' should be used in place of the adverb 'again'.
  • Correct Sentence: The friar preached against stealing and had a goose in his sleeve.
  • In Option 4, the use of the article 'a' before the word 'overhaul' is incorrect.
  • The article 'a' goes before words that begin with consonants.
  • The article 'an' goes before words that begin with vowels.
  • Therefore, the article 'an' should be used in place of the article 'a'.
  • Correct Sentence: Maybe Newton's law of gravitation, the law that describes how their trajectories should be playing out, is in need of an overhaul.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

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Question 794

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Directions: In each of the questions below, four sentences are given that may or may not contain an error. Choose the one that is grammatically as well as contextually correct and meaningful. If all the sentences are correct, mark 'All are correct as your answer'.

  1. AOption (a)

    Shivani, together with a friend, practise yoga every day.

  2. BOption (b)

    It is the people with insecurities which make life difficult.

  3. COption (c)

    Widows were forbidden to remarry and were stoned to death if they do.

  4. DOption (d)

    Neither the lion nor the bears have escaped from the zoo.

  5. EOption (e)

    All are correct.

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Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

Neither the lion nor the bears have escaped from the zoo.

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Neither the lion nor the bears have escaped from the zoo' i.e. this sentence is grammatically and contextually correct.

Key Points

  • Let us explore the grammatical errors in the sentences:
  • In Option 1, the use of the plural form of the verb 'practise' is incorrect.
  • We know that prepositional phrases such as with, together with, along with, as well as are not part of the subject and, therefore, have no effect on the form of the verb, the verb needs to agree in number only with the subject of the sentence.
  • Therefore, the singular form of the verb 'practises' should be used in place of the plural form of the verb 'practice'.
  • Correct Sentence: Shivani, together with a friend, practices yoga every day.
  • In Option 2, the use of the pronoun 'which' is incorrect.
  • The pronoun 'which' is used to refer to something previously mentioned when introducing a clause giving further information.
  • The pronoun 'who' is used to introduce a clause giving further information about a person or people previously mentioned.
  • Therefore, the pronoun 'who' should be used in place of the pronoun 'which'.
  • Correct Sentence: It is the people with insecurities who make life difficult.
  • In Option 3, the use of the present tense form of the verb 'do' is incorrect.
  • The given sentence is in the past tense.
  • Therefore, the past tense form of the verb 'did' should be used in place of the present tense form of the verb 'do'.
  • Correct Sentence: Widows were forbidden to remarry and were stoned to death if they did.

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

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Question 795

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Directions

In the following sentence, five words are given in bold, out of which one word is misspelled. Find the misspelled word.**

We put ribbons (A) on our suitcases (B) to diferentiate (C) them from the hundreds (D) of other bags on the airline carousel (E).

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    E

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Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

C

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is "C".

Key Points

  • There is no such word as 'diferentiate' in English or we can say that there is some spelling mistake in this word.
  • The correct word is 'differentiate' which means to show or find the difference between things that are compared.
  • Example: Most consumers have no trouble differentiating our brand's cereal from our leading competitor's.
  • Hence, the correct answer is option 3.
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Question 796

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Directions

In the following sentence, five words are given in bold, out of which one word is misspelled. Find the misspelled word.**

Tom regretted (A) having wasted (B) a grate (C) deal (D) of his life (E).

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    E

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Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

C

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'C'.

Key Points

  • The word 'grate' has been incorrectly used in the given sentence.
  • The word 'grate' means to rub food against a grater in order to cut it into a lot of small pieces.
  • Example: Add the grated carrots to the salad.
  • The given sentence refers to the subject's regret towards wasting a large part of his life.
  • The phrase 'a great deal' refers to a large amount.
  • Example: A great deal of my time is spent preparing students for exams.
  • Therefore, the word 'grate' must be replaced with 'great' to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.
  • Hence, the correct answer is option 3.
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Question 797

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Directions

In the following sentence, five words are given in bold, out of which one word is misspelled. Find the misspelled word.

Despite(A) the completion(B) of the dilimitation(C) commission’s exercise(D), Legislative Assembly elections have still to be announced(E).

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    E

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Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

C

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'C.'

Key Points

  • Let us explore the options:-
  • 'Despite' means Without being affected by; in spite of.
  • 'Completion' means The action or process of completing or finishing something.
  • 'Dilimitation': There is no such word in English or we can say that there is some spelling mistake in this word.
  • ​The correct spelling is 'Delimitation' means The action of fixing the boundary or limits of something.
  • 'Exercise' means Activity requiring physical effort, carried out to sustain or improve health and fitness.
  • 'Announced' means To make a formal public statement about a fact, occurrence, or intention.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

Correct Sentence: Despite the completion of the delimitation commission’s exercise, Legislative Assembly elections have still to be announced.

Additional Information

  • The synonyms of the word 'Delimitation' are "Bound, Circumscribe, Limit".
  • Example of 'Delimitation' in a sentence:
  • Set the delimitation or boundaries of your proposed research in order to provide a clear focus.
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Question 798

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Directions

In the following sentence, five words are given in bold, out of which one word is misspelled. Find the misspelled word.

The likelihood(A) that many would face long incarceration(B) as PMLA accused(C), even though eventually(D) found innocant(E) has just increased manifold.

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    E

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Correct answer

Answer: (e)E.

E

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'E.'

Key Points

  • Let us explore the options:-
  • 'Likelihood' means The state or fact of something's being likely; probability.
  • 'Incarceration' means The state of being confined in prison; imprisonment.
  • 'Accused' means To charge someone with an offense or crime.
  • 'Eventually' means In the end, especially after a long delay, dispute, or series of problems.
  • 'Innocant': There is no such word in English or we can say that there is some spelling mistake in this word.
  • ​The correct spelling is 'Innocent' means Not guilty of a crime or offense.

Hence, the correct answer is option 5.

Correct Sentence: The likelihood that many would face long incarceration as PMLA accused, even though eventually found innocent has just increased manifold.

Additional Information

  • The synonyms of the word 'Innocent' are "Guiltless, Blameless, Unimpeachable".
  • Example of 'Innocent' in a sentence:
  • She was found innocent of all charges.
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Question 799

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Directions

In the following sentence, five words are given in bold, out of which one word is misspelled or contextually inappropriate. Find the misspelled/inappropriate word.**

Retail (A) inflation alike (B) eased below 7% in October, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das said on Saturday, in conversation (C) with R Sukumar, editor-in-chief, of Hindustan Times at the Hindustan Times Leadership (D) Summit(E) 2022.

  1. AOption (a)

    Retail

  2. BOption (b)

    Alike

  3. COption (c)

    Conversation

  4. DOption (d)

    Leadership

  5. EOption (e)

    Summit

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Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

Alike

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'B'.

Key Points

  • The emboldened words are explained in detail as follows:
  • Retail: To sell (goods, commodities, etc) to the public in small proportions.
  • Alike: Similar to each other.
  • Likely: Probably, Mostly, Most of the time, Almost definite.
  • Leadership: The set of characteristics that make a good leader.
  • Summit: Conclave, A large gathering of people for an event.
  • Thus, after understanding the meanings we can say that the word 'alike' is inappropriate as per context of the given sentence and must be replaced with the word 'likely' to make the sentence grammatically correct.
  • Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

Correct Sentence: Retail inflation likely eased below 7% in October, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das said on Saturday, in conversation with R Sukumar, editor-in-chief, Hindustan Times at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2022.

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Question 800

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The question below contains five scattered segments of a sentence. Indicate the sequence which correctly assembles the segments and completes the sentence.

A. of many sorts show

B. both plants and animals

C. growth habits and even modes 

D. remarkable changes in form,

E. of reproduction to adapt to changing environment

  1. AOption (a)

    BADCE

  2. BOption (b)

    ABCED

  3. COption (c)

    CAEDB

  4. DOption (d)

    BDCEA

  5. EOption (e)

    CAEBD

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

BADCE

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is BADCE.

Key Points

  • B is the part that establishes the subject of the matter,i.e., ' Both plants and animals '. Hence, it will be the first part after rearrangement.
  • Part A refers to the types of plants and animals. Hence, A follows B.
  • Now three parts are remaining, and out of them, part D talks about remarkable changes. So, part D follows A.
  • Part C talks about different forms, growth habits and modes of reproduction, so it must come after part D.
  • Part E talks about the adaptation to the environment. Hence, E follows C.

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Correct rearrangement of segments is - Both plants and animals of many sorts show remarkable changes in form, growth habits and even modes of reproduction to adapt to changing environment.

Hint

  • While solving jumbles, one must first look for any independent sentences/segments or the option which establishes the subject matter.
  • Then, one must look for connections between the sentences/segments.
  • Some sentences/segments might have some concluding notion. So these parts will always be at the end.

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How should I prepare for English Comprehension in SBI Clerk?

Solving previous year questions by topic helps identify recurring concepts, question patterns, and frequently asked sub-topics. Attempt each question, review the step-by-step explanation, and note down key formulas or facts for quick revision before the exam.