English Comprehension PYQs

The correct answer is option 3.

Key Points

To answer this question, let's first understand the context of the sentence containing the blank labelled as (4):

Not a moment can be spared for the person seated inches away, perhaps a first-time traveller struggling with a seat belt! Whether plain old-fashioned kindness, a golden (4)?

• This sentence suggests the need for a term that represents a positive and valuable quality associated with kindness.
• Blank (4) should be filled with a word that refers to a quality associated with kindness.
• Now, let's understand the meanings of the given words as options:
• Aversion - a strong dislike or a feeling of repugnance (घृणा)
• For Example -
• His aversion to public speaking made it difficult for him to address a large audience.
• Harmony - the state of being in agreement or concord; a pleasing arrangement or combination of different elements (सामंजस्य)
• For Example -
• The musicians worked together in perfect harmony to create a beautiful symphony.
• Virtue - behaviour showing high moral standards; a quality or trait considered as good (गुण)
• For Example -
• Honesty and integrity are virtues that are highly valued in any ethical society.
• Apathy - lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern; indifference (उदासीनता)
• For Example -
• The students' apathy towards the school assembly was evident in their disengaged expressions.
• Deception - the action of deceiving someone; the act of misleading or causing someone to believe something that is not true (छल)
• For Example -
• The magician's skilful deception left the audience in awe and wonder.
• So, considering the context and the positive connotation associated with kindness, the most appropriate option to fill in the blank labelled as (4) is "virtue." It aligns with the idea that kindness is not just a simple act but a golden quality or trait that is morally good.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "virtue."
• The complete sentence would be: "Not a moment can be spared for the person seated inches away, perhaps a first-time traveller struggling with a seat belt! Whether plain old-fashioned kindness, a golden virtue?"

The correct answer is option 5.

Key Points

To answer this question, let's first understand the context of the sentence containing the blank labelled as (5):

Often it takes courage to be kind because with it goes the risk of being rejected, perhaps even cheated when you let your guard down to assist another person out of sheer goodwill or (5).

• This sentence highlights that being kind involves the risk of potential rejection or even being taken advantage of when helping someone with genuine goodwill.
• Blank (5) should be filled with a word conveying a positive quality, like goodwill.
• Now, let's understand the meanings of the given words as options:
• Intricacy - complex, detailed, and involved; having many interconnected parts (जटिलता)
• For Example -
• The intricacy of the artist's masterpiece amazed everyone, as they marvelled at the tiny details that brought the painting to life.
• Ambiguity - the quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness (अस्पष्टता)
• For Example -
• The artist intentionally infused the painting with ambiguity, inviting diverse interpretations from viewers.
• Animosity - strong hostility or antagonism; active hatred (शत्रुता)
• For Example -
• The animosity between the rival teams was evident on the field, with players engaging in heated confrontations throughout the match.
• Tenacity - the quality or fact of being very determined; persistence (दृढ़ता)
• For Example -
• Despite facing numerous challenges, her tenacity and unwavering commitment to her goals allowed her to overcome obstacles and succeed.
• Sympathy - feelings of pity and sorrow for someone's misfortune; understanding between people; common feeling (सहानुभूति)
• For Example -
• The teacher expressed sympathy for the students going through a tough time and offered support to help them cope with the difficulties they were facing.
• So, considering the context, the most appropriate option to fill in the blank labelled as (5) is "sympathy." It aligns with the idea that there is a risk of being rejected or cheated when one lets their guard down to assist another person out of goodwill or sympathy.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "sympathy."
• The complete sentence would be: "Often it takes courage to be kind because with it goes the risk of being rejected, perhaps even cheated when you let your guard down to assist another person out of sheer goodwill or sympathy."

The correct answer is option 2.

Key Points

To answer this question, let's first understand the context of the sentence containing the blank labelled as (6):

If you needed help and people walked by with eyes (6)…what then?

• This sentence suggests a scenario where someone requires assistance, and people are passing by without offering help.
• Blank (6) should be filled with a word conveying the idea of avoiding eye contact or not showing any concern.
• Now, let's understand the meanings of the given words as options:
• Engrossed - completely absorbed or immersed in something; having one's attention fully captivated (रुचित)
• For Example -
• She was so engrossed in her book that she didn't notice the time passing by.
• Averted - turned away or prevented (टाला गया)
• For Example -
• The disaster was averted due to the timely intervention of the emergency response team.
• Pondered - thought about something carefully and thoroughly (विचार किया)
• For Example -
• He pondered over the decision for days before finally making up his mind.
• Focused - concentrated attention or effort on a particular task or objective (केंद्रित)
• For Example -
• To excel in the exam, she focused on studying consistently throughout the semester.
• Flinched - make a quick, nervous movement of the face or body as an instinctive reaction to surprise, fear, or pain (चौंकना)
• For Example -
• He flinched when he heard the sudden loud noise, showing his startled reaction.
• So, given the context and the meanings of the words, the most appropriate option to fill in the blank labelled as (6) is "averted." It aligns with the idea that people are walking by without offering help and possibly avoiding eye contact or turning away.
• Therefore, the correct answer is "averted."
• The complete sentence would be: "If you needed help and people walked by with eyes averted…what then?"

The correct answer is **'one of those players who have'**​

Key Points

• 'one of those players who have' will replace 'one of those players who has'.
• In the question, 'players' is written after 'one of'. 'Players' is plural. Therefore, the verb that will agree will also be plural and hence 'have' will be appropriate.
• The verb have, which is a be verb in the sentence is agreeing with players. Therefore, it will take a plural form.
• Therefore, the correct answer is: He is one of those players who have won many accolades in such a short time.

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• Don't confuse the aforementioned question with sentences like:
• One of the boys has come to the party- referring to a single boy
• One of the players is injured- referring to a single player

The correct answer is dying of.

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Key Points

• 'dying of' will replace 'dying from'.
• dying of is used in case of someone dying of a disease.
• For example: He died of cancer.
• Therefore, the correct answer is: The doleful news of the boy dying of malaria brought about an envelope of gloom in the locality.
• dying from is used in case of someone dying from an incident or event.
• For example: He died from an accident.

Additional Information

• doleful- mournful
• gloom- lowness of spirits; dejection

The correct answer is had asked him.

Key Points

• 'had asked him' will replace 'would've asked him'.
• The aforementioned sentence is a conditional sentence. A conditional sentence is one in which if is used.
• The three types of conditional sentences (with examples) are given in the table.

 

 

• In a sentence like this, when 'if' is used, it always agrees with the past perfect tense.
• The incident that happens first or was supposed to happen first takes a past perfect tense.
• For example: I would've passed if I had studied.
• ​Therefore, the correct answer is: I am certain that Subham would've lent you money if you had asked him.

Important Points

• Even if the sentence is reversed, the tense form of the sentence wouldn't change.
• For example: If you had come yesterday, you would've met the guest of honour.

The correct answer is 'will have written'.

Key Points

• The given sentence is in the future perfect tense.
• Future perfect Tense is when action will have been completed in the future.
• The structure is as follows:
• ​Sub + will/shall + have + V3 + obj.
• Thus, 'will have written' will be used instead of 'will have wrote' to make the sentence grammatically correct.
• Hence, option 3 is the most appropriate choice.

The correct sentence will be: 'I will have written articles on different topics before you come.'

Additional Information

• Structure- By the time simple present, future perfect.
• For eg.-  By the time I reach the station, the bus will have arrived.

The correct answer is 'centuries of history'.

Key Points

• The error is in the usage of 'century' in the underlined part.
• Here, the sentence talks about the rich culture, history, and tradition of India.
• 'Century' is in the singular form which means a period of one hundred years.
• The correct word for the underlined part must be 'Centuries' because India's history spans many many years, not just one century.
• 'Century' must be replaced with 'Centuries'. 

Thus the correct sentence is - India is a country of rich culture and has centuries of history and tradition of its own. 

Additional Information

• Option 1 and 3 are grammatically incorrect. 'History' means 'the past considered as a whole'. As India is singular, 'history' must also be singular.

The correct answer is Option 2.

Key Points

• The first sentence in correct sequence of the paragraph is a sentence that introduces a person, situation, or a concept. Hence, the first sentence would be C.
• This statement discusses the concept of ‘women empowerment’ and its importance in society. The second sentence must be D as it carries the idea of ‘women empowerment’ forward. It supports the first sentence as it discusses why women empowerment is important for equality. Note that the pronoun ‘it’ refers to ‘women empowerment’ mentioned in C.
• The third sentence will be B, as it uses the connective ‘But’. Therefore, the sentence follows logically as it tells about the possible problems faced while dealing with issues of women empowerment after having told about the necessity to promote ‘women empowerment’.
• The fourth sentence in the sequence would be E, as it complements the third sentence and provides scope for further discussion as it reassures that efforts are constant in the direction to achieve the goals.
• A informs about these ‘efforts’ and follows E in the sequence.
• The last sentence should conclude the paragraph. This is done by F which expands on the previous sentence and comes as a consequence of A. Hence, the last sentence will be F. It elaborates on why girl child education scheme will lead to equal society.

The correct order after rearrangement is CDBEAF.

The first sentence after rearrangement is C.

The correct answer is Option 1.

Key Points

• The first sentence in correct sequence of the paragraph is a sentence that introduces a person, situation, or a concept. Hence, the first sentence would be C.
• This statement discusses the concept of ‘women empowerment’ and its importance in society. The second sentence must be D as it carries the idea of ‘women empowerment’ forward. It supports the first sentence as it discusses why women empowerment is important for equality. Note that the pronoun ‘it’ refers to ‘women empowerment’ mentioned in C.
• The third sentence will be B, as it uses the connective ‘But’. Therefore, the sentence follows logically as it tells about the possible problems faced while dealing with issues of women empowerment after having told about the necessity to promote ‘women empowerment’.
• The fourth sentence in the sequence would be E, as it complements the third sentence and provides scope for further discussion as it reassures that efforts are constant in the direction to achieve the goals.
• A informs about these ‘efforts’ and follows E in the sequence.
• The last sentence should conclude the paragraph. This is done by F which expands on the previous sentence and comes as a consequence of A. Hence, the last sentence will be F. It elaborates on why girl child education scheme will lead to equal society.

The correct order after rearrangement is CDBEAF.

The third sentence after rearrangement is B.

The correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

• The first sentence in correct sequence of the paragraph is a sentence that introduces a person, situation, or a concept. Hence, the first sentence would be C.
• This statement discusses the concept of ‘women empowerment’ and its importance in society. The second sentence must be D as it carries the idea of ‘women empowerment’ forward. It supports the first sentence as it discusses why women empowerment is important for equality. Note that the pronoun ‘it’ refers to ‘women empowerment’ mentioned in C.
• The third sentence will be B, as it uses the connective ‘But’. Therefore, the sentence follows logically as it tells about the possible problems faced while dealing with issues of women empowerment after having told about the necessity to promote ‘women empowerment’.
• The fourth sentence in the sequence would be E, as it complements the third sentence and provides scope for further discussion as it reassures that efforts are constant in the direction to achieve the goals.
• A informs about these ‘efforts’ and follows E in the sequence.
• The last sentence should conclude the paragraph. This is done by F which expands on the previous sentence and comes as a consequence of A. Hence, the last sentence will be F. It elaborates on why girl child education scheme will lead to equal society.

The correct order after rearrangement is CDBEAF.

The fourth sentence after rearrangement is E.

The correct answer is Option 3.

Key Points

• The first sentence in correct sequence of the paragraph is a sentence that introduces a person, situation, or a concept. Hence, the first sentence would be C.
• This statement discusses the concept of ‘women empowerment’ and its importance in society. The second sentence must be D as it carries the idea of ‘women empowerment’ forward. It supports the first sentence as it discusses why women empowerment is important for equality. Note that the pronoun ‘it’ refers to ‘women empowerment’ mentioned in C.
• The third sentence will be B, as it uses the connective ‘But’. Therefore, the sentence follows logically as it tells about the possible problems faced while dealing with issues of women empowerment after having told about the necessity to promote ‘women empowerment’.
• The fourth sentence in the sequence would be E, as it complements the third sentence and provides scope for further discussion as it reassures that efforts are constant in the direction to achieve the goals.
• A informs about these ‘efforts’ and follows E in the sequence.
• The last sentence should conclude the paragraph. This is done by F which expands on the previous sentence and comes as a consequence of A. Hence, the last sentence will be F. It elaborates on why girl child education scheme will lead to equal society.

The correct order after rearrangement is CDBEAF.

The last sentence after rearrangement is F.

The correct answer is Option 1.

Key Points

• The first sentence in correct sequence of the paragraph is a sentence that introduces a person, situation, or a concept. Hence, the first sentence would be C.
• This statement discusses the concept of ‘women empowerment’ and its importance in society. The second sentence must be D as it carries the idea of ‘women empowerment’ forward. It supports the first sentence as it discusses why women empowerment is important for equality. Note that the pronoun ‘it’ refers to ‘women empowerment’ mentioned in C.
• The third sentence will be B, as it uses the connective ‘But’. Therefore, the sentence follows logically as it tells about the possible problems faced while dealing with issues of women empowerment after having told about the necessity to promote ‘women empowerment’.
• The fourth sentence in the sequence would be E, as it complements the third sentence and provides scope for further discussion as it reassures that efforts are constant in the direction to achieve the goals.
• A informs about these ‘efforts’ and follows E in the sequence.
• The last sentence should conclude the paragraph. This is done by F which expands on the previous sentence and comes as a consequence of A. Hence, the last sentence will be F. It elaborates on why girl child education scheme will lead to equal society.

The correct order after rearrangement is CDBEAF.

The second sentence after rearrangement is D.

The correct answer is BAC.

Key Points

• Economic: financial or monetary
• Important: main or chief
• Private: personal or one's own

Important Points

We may consider A, B, and C to be three blanks. A is the first blank, B is the second, and C is the third.

• The word 'important', which is an 'adjective', should be chosen for the first blank because the word 'determinant' is a noun.
• The word 'economic' is appropriate for the second blank because an adjective is required to qualify the word 'buoyancy' which is a noun. Thus, the correct choice is 'economic'.
• The word 'private' is appropriate for the last blank because the word 'investment' is a noun and the word 'private' is an adjective and it should be used before the word 'investment'.

The correct sentence will be: The most important determinant of economic buoyancy in India is private investment.

The correct answer is BAC.

Key Points

• Measures**:** actions
• Urged**:** advised
• Reduce**:** lessen or make smaller

Important Points

We may consider A, B, and C to be three blanks. A is the first blank, B is the second, and C is the third.

• The word 'has' is used before the first blank so, the past participle form of the verb('verb³') should be used. The word 'urged' which is the 'verb³' form should be the correct choice.
• The word 'measures' is appropriate for the second blank because the states were urged to take actions to solve some problems.
• The word 'reduce' is appropriate for the third blank because the states were advised to take action to solve an issue.

The correct sentence will be: The Niti Aayog has also urged all states to take measures to reduce the logistics cost of business.

The correct answer is BCA.

Key Points

• Ambitious**:** having strong desire to succeed or determined
• Produce**:** to make
• Renewable**:** capable of being renewed

Important Points

We may consider A, B, and C to be three blanks. A is the first blank, B is the second, and C is the third.

• The base form of the verb('Verb¹') is required for the first blank because the preposition 'to' is used before it. The word 'produce' is 'verb¹' and it is appropriate for the first blank.
• An adjective is required for the second blank to qualify the noun 'power'. The word 'renewable' is appropriate to describe the word 'power'.
• The word 'ambitious' is suitable for the third blank. According to the sentence, whatever India has planned to achieve is certainly an ambitious goal. Hence, the correct choice is 'ambitious'.

The correct sentence will be: India has a plan to produce about 450 gigawatts of renewable power by 2030; it’s a very ambitious goal.

The correct answer is option 5) i.e. impacted, entire.

Key Points

• From the context of the sentence, the adjectives should be used in the given blanks.
• Let us explore the options:
• The first option is incorrect as 'impacting' is used as a third-person form of the verb in the sentence. 'Entiring' is an incorrect word.
• The second option is incorrect as 'impact' is used as a noun. 'Entire' is still okay for the second blank but 'impact' is not fit for the first blank.
• The third option is incorrect as 'impacts' is used as a noun. 'Entered' is used as a past form of the verb 'enter' which is not correct as per the context.
• The fourth option is incorrect as 'enter' is used as a base form of the verb which means come or go into (a place) is correct as per the context. 'Impacted' is still okay for the first blank but 'enter' is not fit for the second blank.
• The fifth option is correct as 'impacted' is used as an adjective to describe the noun 'segments' and 'entire' is also used as an adjective describing the noun 'automotive'.
• Hence, the correct option is "impacted, entire".

​Complete Sentence: The automobile dealerships are among the worst impacted segments within the entire automotive value chain, ICRA said in a statement.

Additional Information

• Important Tips and Tricks to solve double fillers: 
• Do not read options: Read the sentence and think of a word that 'fits' the sentence. Now go to the options and choose the word that best replaces the word that you had thought of initially.
• Elimination method: In certain questions, our knowledge and understanding of vocabulary and common idioms-phrases may be tested. Hence, be sure to have a good skill set of such phrases.
• Use grammar clues: Keep a close watch at the tense of the sentence, subject-verb agreement, whether the blank in the sentence is after the article 'an' etc.
• Use Connotation: Each word expresses two things: a definition and a connotation. A connotation is a positive, negative, or neutral feeling that is implied by or associated with a word.
• Identify the Indicators: Indicators tell us what is coming up. They indicate if the question is moving to draw a contrast with something stated previously, or support something stated previously.

The correct answer is option 1) i.e. uniform, issued.

Key Points

• From the context of the sentence, an adjective and a verb should be used in the given blanks.
• Let us explore the options:
• The first option is correct as 'uniform' is used as an adjective describing the noun 'specification'. 'Issued' is the past participle of the verb used correctly as the sentence is in the present perfect passive voice.
• The second option is incorrect as 'uniformly' is used as an adverb. 'Issued' is still okay for the second blank but 'uniformly' is not fit for the first blank.
• The third option is incorrect as 'issue' is the base form of the verb. 'Uniform' is still okay for the first blank but 'issue' is not fit for the second blank.
• The fourth option is incorrect as 'uniformity' is a noun that means the quality or state of being uniform and is not correct as per the context. 'Issues' is used as a third-person singular form of the verb.
• The fifth option is incorrect as 'uninformed' is used as a verb and 'issue' is the base form of the verb.
• Hence, the correct option is "uniform, issued".

​Complete Sentence: Besides, the uniform specification for food-grains has been issued for paddy procurement.

Additional Information

• Important Tips and Tricks to solve double fillers: 
• Do not read options: Read the sentence and think of a word that 'fits' the sentence. Now go to the options and choose the word that best replaces the word that you had thought of initially.
• Elimination method: In certain questions, our knowledge and understanding of vocabulary and common idioms-phrases may be tested. Hence, be sure to have a good skill set of such phrases.
• Use grammar clues: Keep a close watch at the tense of the sentence, forms of the verb, subject-verb agreement, whether the blank in the sentence is after the article 'an' etc.
• Use Connotation: Each word expresses two things: a definition and a connotation. A connotation is a positive, negative, or neutral feeling that is implied by or associated with a word.
• Identify the Indicators: Indicators tell us what is coming up. They indicate if the question is moving to draw a contrast with something stated previously, or support something stated previously.

The correct answer is option 4) i.e. stopping, stock.

Key Points

• From the context of the sentence, a verb and a noun should be used respectively in the given blanks.
• Let us explore the options:
• The first option is incorrect as 'stopped' is used as a past form of the verb in the sentence. 'Stock' is still okay for the second blank but 'stopped' is not fit for the first blank.
• The second option is incorrect as 'stocked' is used as a verb. 'Stopping' is still okay for the first blank but 'stocked' is not fit for the second blank.
• The third option is incorrect as 'stops' is used as a third-person singular form of the verb. 'Stocking' is used as a verb.
• The fourth option is correct as 'stopping' is used as a present participle form of the verb as the sentence is in the present continuous tense and 'stock' is used as a noun means the capital raised by a company or corporation through the issue and subscription of shares.
• The fifth option is incorrect as 'stop' is used as the base form of the verb and 'stocker' is also used as a noun which is not correct as per the context.
• Hence, the correct option is "stopping, stock".

​Complete Sentence: India’s shrinking economy is not stopping foreign investors from pouring money into the nation’s stock betting on a recovery.​

Additional Information

• Important Tips and Tricks to solve double fillers: 
• Do not read options: Read the sentence and think of a word that 'fits' the sentence. Now go to the options and choose the word that best replaces the word that you had thought of initially.
• Elimination method: In certain questions, our knowledge and understanding of vocabulary and common idioms-phrases may be tested. Hence, be sure to have a good skill set of such phrases.
• Use grammar clues: Keep a close watch at the tense of the sentence, subject-verb agreement, whether the blank in the sentence is after the article 'an' etc.
• Use Connotation: Each word expresses two things: a definition and a connotation. A connotation is a positive, negative, or neutral feeling that is implied by or associated with a word.
• Identify the Indicators: Indicators tell us what is coming up. They indicate if the question is moving to draw a contrast with something stated previously, or support something stated previously.

The correct answer is option 2.

Key Points

• To answer this question, let's understand the meaning of all the given idioms -
• Break the ice - to initiate or start a conversation or social interaction to make others feel more comfortable.
• For Example -
• Sarah told a joke to break the ice at the party, and soon everyone was laughing and chatting.
• Kick the bucket - to die
• For Example -
• Unfortunately, after years of battling illness, she finally kicked the bucket yesterday.
• Cross the Rubicon - passing a point of no return or making an irreversible decision.
• For Example -
• Once she confronted her fears and quit her job, she knew she had crossed the Rubicon.
• Burn the midnight oil - to work late into the night, often referring to studying or working diligently on a task.
• For Example -
• Despite feeling exhausted, she burned the midnight oil to finish her research paper before the deadline.
• Spill the beans - to reveal a secret or disclose confidential information
• For Example -
• I can't believe you spilled the beans about the surprise party! It was supposed to be a secret.
• Therefore, after looking at the meaning of all the given idioms, we can conclude that the idiom 'break the ice' refers to overcoming initial tension or awkwardness, typically in social situations, whereas 'cross the Rubicon' signifies a decisive and irreversible action or commitment, which better captures the significant career change described.
• The correct sentence would be, 'After years of contemplation, she decided to cross the Rubicon and quit her stable job to pursue her dream of becoming an artist.'