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Question 21

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Directions (18-23): In the following passage, there are blanks, each of which has been denoted by a letter. For each blank, five options are given. Choose the most appropriate word from the options that fits the blank appropriately.

Agriculture has always been at the heart of human civilization, but in recent years, there has been a (A)________ shift toward locally grown foods. This movement is not just a trend; it reflects a growing awareness of sustainability, nutrition, and community welfare. Locally grown produce often arrives fresher at markets, having skipped the (B)________ transportation routes associated with imported goods. This freshness not only preserves flavor but also ensures higher nutritional content. Moreover, local farming strengthens the economy by keeping money within the community and creating jobs. However, small farmers frequently struggle to compete with large agricultural corporations due to (C)________ access to resources and subsidies. Additionally, climate change and unpredictable weather patterns have added another layer of (D) , forcing local growers to adopt more resilient and innovative farming practices. Urban farming and community gardens have emerged as popular solutions, allowing city dwellers to reconnect with their food sources. Consumer support plays a critical role—by choosing local, individuals can help (E) __________ sustainable agriculture and reduce their environmental footprint. If this movement gains more momentum, it could (F) the future of farming into a more ethical and ecologically balanced system.

Q21. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank (D)?

  1. AOption (a)

    assistance

  2. BOption (b)

    existing

  3. COption (c)

    routine

  4. DOption (d)

    rectification

  5. EOption (e)

    uncertainty

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Answer: (e)E.

uncertainty

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Question 22

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Directions (18-23): In the following passage, there are blanks, each of which has been denoted by a letter. For each blank, five options are given. Choose the most appropriate word from the options that fits the blank appropriately.

Agriculture has always been at the heart of human civilization, but in recent years, there has been a (A)________ shift toward locally grown foods. This movement is not just a trend; it reflects a growing awareness of sustainability, nutrition, and community welfare. Locally grown produce often arrives fresher at markets, having skipped the (B)________ transportation routes associated with imported goods. This freshness not only preserves flavor but also ensures higher nutritional content. Moreover, local farming strengthens the economy by keeping money within the community and creating jobs. However, small farmers frequently struggle to compete with large agricultural corporations due to (C)________ access to resources and subsidies. Additionally, climate change and unpredictable weather patterns have added another layer of (D) , forcing local growers to adopt more resilient and innovative farming practices. Urban farming and community gardens have emerged as popular solutions, allowing city dwellers to reconnect with their food sources. Consumer support plays a critical role—by choosing local, individuals can help (E) __________ sustainable agriculture and reduce their environmental footprint. If this movement gains more momentum, it could (F) the future of farming into a more ethical and ecologically balanced system.

Which of the following words will fit in the given blank (E)?

  1. AOption (a)

    affirm

  2. BOption (b)

    limited

  3. COption (c)

    scale

  4. DOption (d)

    promote

  5. EOption (e)

    conceal

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Answer: (d)D.

promote

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Question 23

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Directions (18-23): In the following passage, there are blanks, each of which has been denoted by a letter. For each blank, five options are given. Choose the most appropriate word from the options that fits the blank appropriately.

Agriculture has always been at the heart of human civilization, but in recent years, there has been a (A)________ shift toward locally grown foods. This movement is not just a trend; it reflects a growing awareness of sustainability, nutrition, and community welfare. Locally grown produce often arrives fresher at markets, having skipped the (B)________ transportation routes associated with imported goods. This freshness not only preserves flavor but also ensures higher nutritional content. Moreover, local farming strengthens the economy by keeping money within the community and creating jobs. However, small farmers frequently struggle to compete with large agricultural corporations due to (C)________ access to resources and subsidies. Additionally, climate change and unpredictable weather patterns have added another layer of (D) , forcing local growers to adopt more resilient and innovative farming practices. Urban farming and community gardens have emerged as popular solutions, allowing city dwellers to reconnect with their food sources. Consumer support plays a critical role—by choosing local, individuals can help (E) __________ sustainable agriculture and reduce their environmental footprint. If this movement gains more momentum, it could (F) the future of farming into a more ethical and ecologically balanced system.

Which of the following words will fit in the given blank (F)?

  1. AOption (a)

    prevail

  2. BOption (b)

    transform

  3. COption (c)

    maintain

  4. DOption (d)

    acquire

  5. EOption (e)

    duplicate

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Answer: (b)B.

transform

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Question 24

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Directions (24-27): In the question below four words are given in bold. These four words are may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should replace each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of the words that replace each other.

Q24. Emulating great people and (A) build from them what we (B) reserves in our own understanding can (C) imbibing our own (D) lack of humility.

  1. AOption (a)

    A-D

  2. BOption (b)

    A-C & B-D

  3. COption (c)

    A-B

  4. DOption (d)

    D-A & C-B

  5. EOption (e)

    No interchange required

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Answer: (b)B.

A-C & B-D

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Question 25

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Directions (24-27): In the question below four words are given in bold. These four words are may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should replace each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of the words that replace each other.

There is (A) due (B) competition in the eCommerce industry which has gone up (C) stiff to the (D) pandemic at hand.

  1. AOption (a)

    A-C

  2. BOption (b)

    A-B

  3. COption (c)

    B-D

  4. DOption (d)

    C-A & B-D

  5. EOption (e)

    No interchange required

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Answer: (a)A.

A-C

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Question 26

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Directions (24-27): In the question below four words are given in bold. These four words are may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should replace each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of the words that replace each other.

We must first (A) understanding our (B) strengths and have an accurate (C) embrace of our (D) humanness and weaknesses.

  1. AOption (a)

    A-D & B-C

  2. BOption (b)

    B-D

  3. COption (c)

    B-C

  4. DOption (d)

    C-A & B-D

  5. EOption (e)

    No interchange required

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Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

C-A & B-D

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Question 27

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Directions (24-27): In the question below four words are given in bold. These four words are may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should replace each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of the words that replace each other.

The technology we have at our (A) detail today can very well automate (B) streamline tasks and (C) mundane operations that require more attention to (D)disposal.

  1. AOption (a)

    B-C

  2. BOption (b)

    A-D

  3. COption (c)

    A-D & B-C

  4. DOption (d)

    C-A & B-D

  5. EOption (e)

    No interchange required

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Answer: (c)C.

A-D & B-C

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Question 28

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Directions (28-30): In the following question, a sentence is divided into few parts. Rearrange these parts and identify the correct sequence making the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

(A) locking open from
(B) 4 PM to 11:59 PM
(C) counselling choice-filling window
(D) the NEET-UG 2025
(E) closes today, with final

  1. AOption (a)

    BADCE

  2. BOption (b)

    DABEC

  3. COption (c)

    DCEAB

  4. DOption (d)

    BCAED

  5. EOption (e)

    No rearrangement required

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Answer: (c)C.

DCEAB

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Question 29

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Directions (28-30): In the following question, a sentence is divided into few parts. Rearrange these parts and identify the correct sequence making the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

(A) 30% wage hike
(B) August 4 demanding a
(C) come to a standstill as employees’
(D) federation begins a strike on
(E) the Telugu film industry has

  1. AOption (a)

    ADBCE

  2. BOption (b)

    ACEBD

  3. COption (c)

    EBDAC

  4. DOption (d)

    ECDBA

  5. EOption (e)

    No rearrangement required

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Answer: (d)D.

ECDBA

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Question 30

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Directions (28-30): In the following question, a sentence is divided into few parts. Rearrange these parts and identify the correct sequence making the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

(A) Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
(B) explore trade, investment,
(C) arrives in India for a state
(D) and maritime cooperation
(E) visit from August 4 to 8 to

  1. AOption (a)

    ADBCE

  2. BOption (b)

    ACEBD

  3. COption (c)

    EBDAC

  4. DOption (d)

    ECDBA

  5. EOption (e)

    No rearrangement required

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Answer: (b)B.

ACEBD

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Question 31

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In the following question, a sentence is divided into few parts. Rearrange these parts and identify the correct sequence making the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

(A) benchmark rate at 5.50% on
(B) the RBI is expected to keep its
(C) Indian exports have sparked
(D) August 6, though U.S. tariffs on
(E) talks of a possible rate cut

  1. AOption (a)

    BADCE

  2. BOption (b)

    DABEC

  3. COption (c)

    DCEAB

  4. DOption (d)

    DCAED

  5. EOption (e)

    No rearrangement required

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

BADCE

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Question 32

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Directions (32-35): The sentence is divided into four segments: (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If the sentence is both grammatically and contextually correct, select “No error” as the correct answer.

China’s high growth based on resource (A)/intensive manufacturing, exports, and (B)/ low-paid labor has largely reached its limits and (C)/ has led to economic, social, and environmental imbalances (D).

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    No error

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Correct answer

Answer: (e)E.

No error

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Question 33

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Directions (32-35): The sentence is divided into four segments: (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If the sentence is both grammatically and contextually correct, select “No error” as the correct answer.

Before the pandemic, the city (A)/ airport grappled with severe bottlenecks (B)/ as the terminals couldn’t handled (C)/ the traffic, with passengers bearing the brunt of it (D).

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    No error

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Answer: (c)C.

C

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Question 34

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Directions (32-35): The sentence is divided into four segments: (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If the sentence is both grammatically and contextually correct, select “No error” as the correct answer.

A remedial measure to cure the (A)/ patriarchal mindset of the socio-legal system(B)/ would be the inclusion of feminist (C)/jurisprudence in the curriculum by law students. (D)

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    No error

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Answer: (d)D.

D

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Question 35

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Directions (32-35): The sentence is divided into four segments: (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If the sentence is both grammatically and contextually correct, select “No error” as the correct answer.

As the euphoria of a decade ago turns to ashes, (A)/ the Tunisian experience has exposed the daunting challenges (B) /in achieving political and economic change after (C)/ an authoritarian order has overthrown (D).

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    No error

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Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

D

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Question 36

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Directions (36-40) : Rearrange the following sentences in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.

(A) Over time, consistent overconsumption of sugar has been linked to chronic conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.
(B) Despite its widespread use, sugar provides no essential nutrients and contributes only empty calories.
(C) One of the key concerns is how excessive sugar intake affects metabolic health and insulin sensitivity.
(D) Reducing sugar consumption can significantly improve overall health outcomes and reduce the risk of lifestyle-related diseases.
(E) Sugar is often added to processed foods and beverages, making it easy to consume large amounts unknowingly.
(F) The modern diet has seen a dramatic increase in added sugar, raising alarms among health professionals worldwide.

Which of the following should be the FIFHT sentence after rearrangement?

  1. AOption (a)

    D

  2. BOption (b)

    A

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    E

  5. EOption (e)

    B

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Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

A

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Question 37

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Directions (36-40) : Rearrange the following sentences in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.

(A) Over time, consistent overconsumption of sugar has been linked to chronic conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.
(B) Despite its widespread use, sugar provides no essential nutrients and contributes only empty calories.
(C) One of the key concerns is how excessive sugar intake affects metabolic health and insulin sensitivity.
(D) Reducing sugar consumption can significantly improve overall health outcomes and reduce the risk of lifestyle-related diseases.
(E) Sugar is often added to processed foods and beverages, making it easy to consume large amounts unknowingly.
(F) The modern diet has seen a dramatic increase in added sugar, raising alarms among health professionals worldwide.

Which of the following should be the SECOND sentence after rearrangement?

  1. AOption (a)

    B

  2. BOption (b)

    E

  3. COption (c)

    F

  4. DOption (d)

    A

  5. EOption (e)

    D

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Answer: (b)B.

E

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Question 38

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Directions (36-40) : Rearrange the following sentences in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.

(A) Over time, consistent overconsumption of sugar has been linked to chronic conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.
(B) Despite its widespread use, sugar provides no essential nutrients and contributes only empty calories.
(C) One of the key concerns is how excessive sugar intake affects metabolic health and insulin sensitivity.
(D) Reducing sugar consumption can significantly improve overall health outcomes and reduce the risk of lifestyle-related diseases.
(E) Sugar is often added to processed foods and beverages, making it easy to consume large amounts unknowingly.
(F) The modern diet has seen a dramatic increase in added sugar, raising alarms among health professionals worldwide.

Which of the following should be the LAST sentence after rearrangement?

  1. AOption (a)

    D

  2. BOption (b)

    C

  3. COption (c)

    F

  4. DOption (d)

    E

  5. EOption (e)

    A

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

D

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Question 39

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Directions (36-40) : Rearrange the following sentences in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.

(A) Over time, consistent overconsumption of sugar has been linked to chronic conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.
(B) Despite its widespread use, sugar provides no essential nutrients and contributes only empty calories.
(C) One of the key concerns is how excessive sugar intake affects metabolic health and insulin sensitivity.
(D) Reducing sugar consumption can significantly improve overall health outcomes and reduce the risk of lifestyle-related diseases.
(E) Sugar is often added to processed foods and beverages, making it easy to consume large amounts unknowingly.
(F) The modern diet has seen a dramatic increase in added sugar, raising alarms among health professionals worldwide.

Which of the following should be the FIRST sentence after rearrangement?

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    F

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Correct answer

Answer: (e)E.

F

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Question 40

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Directions (36-40) : Rearrange the following sentences in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.

(A) Over time, consistent overconsumption of sugar has been linked to chronic conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease.
(B) Despite its widespread use, sugar provides no essential nutrients and contributes only empty calories.
(C) One of the key concerns is how excessive sugar intake affects metabolic health and insulin sensitivity.
(D) Reducing sugar consumption can significantly improve overall health outcomes and reduce the risk of lifestyle-related diseases.
(E) Sugar is often added to processed foods and beverages, making it easy to consume large amounts unknowingly.
(F) The modern diet has seen a dramatic increase in added sugar, raising alarms among health professionals worldwide.

Which of the following should be the THIRD sentence after rearrangement?

  1. AOption (a)

    C

  2. BOption (b)

    D

  3. COption (c)

    E

  4. DOption (d)

    B

  5. EOption (e)

    A

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Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

B

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