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Question 781

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Directions (21-25): In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been denoted by letters. For each blank, five options are given. Choose the most appropriate word from the options that fits the blank appropriately.
Over the past decade, the global market for superfoods _______(A) rapidly, driven by increasing health awareness. It has gone from $7 billion in 2009 to $70 billion now. Many of these superfoods are also known for their low glycemic index, making them beneficial for blood sugar control.
While superfoods ___________(B) as niche products, they are now widely available. This shift _________(C) how consumer preferences have evolved, favoring natural and organic options.
Companies are making these ingredients more __________(D), though some argue the term "superfood" is often ____________(E) as a marketing strategy rather than a scientific classification. Foods like quinoa, chia seeds, and acai berries have gained immense popularity, while staples such as turmeric, olive oil, cinnamon, and garlic are already found in household kitchens.

Q21. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank (A).

  1. AOption (a)

    has increase

  2. BOption (b)

    has increasing

  3. COption (c)

    has been growing

  4. DOption (d)

    had grown

  5. EOption (e)

    will grow

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Answer: (c)C.

has been growing

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Question 782

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Directions (21-25): In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been denoted by letters. For each blank, five options are given. Choose the most appropriate word from the options that fits the blank appropriately.
Over the past decade, the global market for superfoods _______(A) rapidly, driven by increasing health awareness. It has gone from $7 billion in 2009 to $70 billion now. Many of these superfoods are also known for their low glycemic index, making them beneficial for blood sugar control.
While superfoods ___________(B) as niche products, they are now widely available. This shift _________(C) how consumer preferences have evolved, favoring natural and organic options.
Companies are making these ingredients more __________(D), though some argue the term "superfood" is often ____________(E) as a marketing strategy rather than a scientific classification. Foods like quinoa, chia seeds, and acai berries have gained immense popularity, while staples such as turmeric, olive oil, cinnamon, and garlic are already found in household kitchens.

Q22. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank (B).

  1. AOption (a)

    had emerged

  2. BOption (b)

    were emerging

  3. COption (c)

    had seen

  4. DOption (d)

    have been recognized

  5. EOption (e)

    have surfaced

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Answer: (a)A.

had emerged

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Question 783

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Directions (21-25): In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been denoted by letters. For each blank, five options are given. Choose the most appropriate word from the options that fits the blank appropriately.
Over the past decade, the global market for superfoods _______(A) rapidly, driven by increasing health awareness. It has gone from $7 billion in 2009 to $70 billion now. Many of these superfoods are also known for their low glycemic index, making them beneficial for blood sugar control.
While superfoods ___________(B) as niche products, they are now widely available. This shift _________(C) how consumer preferences have evolved, favoring natural and organic options.
Companies are making these ingredients more __________(D), though some argue the term "superfood" is often ____________(E) as a marketing strategy rather than a scientific classification. Foods like quinoa, chia seeds, and acai berries have gained immense popularity, while staples such as turmeric, olive oil, cinnamon, and garlic are already found in household kitchens.

Q23. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank (C).

  1. AOption (a)

    highlights

  2. BOption (b)

    has highlighted

  3. COption (c)

    was highlighting

  4. DOption (d)

    had highlighted

  5. EOption (e)

    will highlight

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Answer: (b)B.

has highlighted

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Question 784

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Directions (21-25): In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been denoted by letters. For each blank, five options are given. Choose the most appropriate word from the options that fits the blank appropriately.
Over the past decade, the global market for superfoods _______(A) rapidly, driven by increasing health awareness. It has gone from $7 billion in 2009 to $70 billion now. Many of these superfoods are also known for their low glycemic index, making them beneficial for blood sugar control.
While superfoods ___________(B) as niche products, they are now widely available. This shift _________(C) how consumer preferences have evolved, favoring natural and organic options.
Companies are making these ingredients more __________(D), though some argue the term "superfood" is often ____________(E) as a marketing strategy rather than a scientific classification. Foods like quinoa, chia seeds, and acai berries have gained immense popularity, while staples such as turmeric, olive oil, cinnamon, and garlic are already found in household kitchens.

Q24. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank (D).

  1. AOption (a)

    adaptable

  2. BOption (b)

    accessible

  3. COption (c)

    widespread

  4. DOption (d)

    convenient

  5. EOption (e)

    practical

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Answer: (b)B.

accessible

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Question 785

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Directions (21-25): In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been denoted by letters. For each blank, five options are given. Choose the most appropriate word from the options that fits the blank appropriately.
Over the past decade, the global market for superfoods _______(A) rapidly, driven by increasing health awareness. It has gone from $7 billion in 2009 to $70 billion now. Many of these superfoods are also known for their low glycemic index, making them beneficial for blood sugar control.
While superfoods ___________(B) as niche products, they are now widely available. This shift _________(C) how consumer preferences have evolved, favoring natural and organic options.
Companies are making these ingredients more __________(D), though some argue the term "superfood" is often ____________(E) as a marketing strategy rather than a scientific classification. Foods like quinoa, chia seeds, and acai berries have gained immense popularity, while staples such as turmeric, olive oil, cinnamon, and garlic are already found in household kitchens.

Q25. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank (E).

  1. AOption (a)

    enhanced

  2. BOption (b)

    manipulated

  3. COption (c)

    exaggerated

  4. DOption (d)

    substituted

  5. EOption (e)

    distorted

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Answer: (c)C.

exaggerated

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Question 786

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Directions (26-29): Which of the following phrases given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold letters to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option among the five given alternatives that reflect the correct use of phrase in the context of the grammatically correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it is, mark “No correction required” as the answer.

Q26. The success of the company’s project depended in the ability of the team to collaborate effectively under pressure.

  1. AOption (a)

    on the ability of the team to collaborate effectively

  2. BOption (b)

    at the ability of the team to collaborate effectively

  3. COption (c)

    over the ability of the team to collaborate effectively

  4. DOption (d)

    for the ability of the team to collaborate effectively

  5. EOption (e)

    No correction required

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Answer: (a)A.

on the ability of the team to collaborate effectively

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Question 787

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Directions (26-29): Which of the following phrases given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold letters to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option among the five given alternatives that reflect the correct use of phrase in the context of the grammatically correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it is, mark “No correction required” as the answer.

Q27. Every year the organization honor the achievements of inspiring woman from various fields.

  1. AOption (a)

    honors the achievements of inspiring women

  2. BOption (b)

    honor’s the achievements of inspiring woman

  3. COption (c)

    honoring the achievements of inspiring women

  4. DOption (d)

    has honor the achievements of inspiring woman

  5. EOption (e)

    No correction required

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Answer: (a)A.

honors the achievements of inspiring women

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Question 788

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Directions (26-29): Which of the following phrases given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold letters to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option among the five given alternatives that reflect the correct use of phrase in the context of the grammatically correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it is, mark “No correction required” as the answer.

Q28. The manager was determined to carry on the policy despite strong opposition from employees.

  1. AOption (a)

    stick up the policy

  2. BOption (b)

    carry out the policy

  3. COption (c)

    hold off the policy

  4. DOption (d)

    bring up the policy

  5. EOption (e)

    No correction required

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Answer: (b)B.

carry out the policy

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Question 789

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Directions (26-29): Which of the following phrases given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold letters to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option among the five given alternatives that reflect the correct use of phrase in the context of the grammatically correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it is, mark “No correction required” as the answer.

Q29. As soon as the announcement was made, the crowd was disappeared into the alley before the security arrived.

  1. AOption (a)

    had disappeared into the alley

  2. BOption (b)

    was disappearing into the alley

  3. COption (c)

    got disappeared into the alley

  4. DOption (d)

    disappeared into the alley

  5. EOption (e)

    No correction required

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Answer: (d)D.

disappeared into the alley

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Question 790

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Directions (30-33): In each of the questions given below a sentence is given with three words in bold. Choose the option which gives the correct sequence of these words to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

Q30. Terrain (A) through the rugged (B) trails, battling exhaustion and unpredictable trekking (C) the hikers climb higher into the mountains.

  1. AOption (a)

    ACB

  2. BOption (b)

    CAB

  3. COption (c)

    BAC

  4. DOption (d)

    CBA

  5. EOption (e)

    No rearrangement required

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Answer: (d)D.

CBA

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Question 791

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Directions (30-33): In each of the questions given below a sentence is given with three words in bold. Choose the option which gives the correct sequence of these words to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

Q31. The chef skillfully whipped (A) a rich and flavors (B) sauce, adding just the right amount of herbs to enhance the creamy (C) of the dish.

  1. AOption (a)

    ACB

  2. BOption (b)

    CAB

  3. COption (c)

    BAC

  4. DOption (d)

    CBA

  5. EOption (e)

    No rearrangement required

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Answer: (a)A.

ACB

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Question 792

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Directions (30-33): In each of the questions given below a sentence is given with three words in bold. Choose the option which gives the correct sequence of these words to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

Q32. The students engaged (A) in a heated discussion (B) about the latest trends (C) in social media and its impact on mental health.

  1. AOption (a)

    BCA

  2. BOption (b)

    CAB

  3. COption (c)

    BAC

  4. DOption (d)

    ACB

  5. EOption (e)

    No rearrangement required

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Answer: (e)E.

No rearrangement required

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Question 793

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Directions (30-33): In each of the questions given below a sentence is given with three words in bold. Choose the option which gives the correct sequence of these words to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

Q33. As the storm grew control (A), the sailors struggled to maintain fiercer (B) of their boat against the relentless waves (C) crashing against them.

  1. AOption (a)

    BCA

  2. BOption (b)

    CAB

  3. COption (c)

    BAC

  4. DOption (d)

    ACB

  5. EOption (e)

    No rearrangement required

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Answer: (c)C.

BAC

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Question 794

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Directions (34-35): In the question, one word is given in bold and correspondence to that, three sentences are given each containing that word. Choose the option depicting the sentence(s) that have/ has the correct usage of the word.

Q34. RAISE
(A) The teacher asked the students to raise their hands if they knew the answer.
(B) The government plans to raise new buildings in the city.
(C) They worked hard to raise funds for the charity event.

  1. AOption (a)

    Both A and B

  2. BOption (b)

    Both A and C

  3. COption (c)

    Only A

  4. DOption (d)

    Only C

  5. EOption (e)

    All A, B, C

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Answer: (b)B.

Both A and C

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Question 795

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Directions (34-35): In the question, one word is given in bold and correspondence to that, three sentences are given each containing that word. Choose the option depicting the sentence(s) that have/ has the correct usage of the word.

Q35. MANAGE
(A) She was able to manage the entire event smoothly despite the last-minute changes.
(B) He managed to catch the train just before it left the station.
(C) The teacher managed the students to complete their assignments.

  1. AOption (a)

    Both A and B

  2. BOption (b)

    Both B and C

  3. COption (c)

    Only A

  4. DOption (d)

    Only C

  5. EOption (e)

    All A, B, C

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Answer: (a)A.

Both A and B

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Question 796

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Q36. In the given question, two words are omitted, which are replaced by blanks. Choose the best combination of the words that can fit into the given blank at the same order so to make a grammatically and logically correct statement.
The elderly journalist, now in her 70s, fondly recalled how she once _____ individuals decades ago when people had limited ambitions, whereas now, the youth are brimming with _____.

  1. AOption (a)

    questioned, dream

  2. BOption (b)

    interviewed, aspirations

  3. COption (c)

    observed, success

  4. DOption (d)

    narrated, motivation

  5. EOption (e)

    consulted, goals

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Answer: (b)B.

interviewed, aspirations

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Question 797

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Q37. In the given question, two words are omitted, which are replaced by blanks. Choose the best combination of the words that can fit into the given blank at the same order so to make a grammatically and logically correct statement.

Every individual is entitled to basic _____, which ensure freedom and dignity, but in many regions, these _____ are still denied.

  1. AOption (a)

    human rights, prejudices

  2. BOption (b)

    freedoms, opportunities

  3. COption (c)

    right, entitlements

  4. DOption (d)

    human rights, protections

  5. EOption (e)

    civil liberties, restrictions

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Answer: (d)D.

human rights, protections

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Question 798

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Q38. In the given question, two words are omitted, which are replaced by blanks. Choose the best combination of the words that can fit into the given blank at the same order so to make a grammatically and logically correct statement.
The newly launched project aims to _____ innovative methods to improve education, ensuring that students gain _____ knowledge.

  1. AOption (a)

    implement, practical

  2. BOption (b)

    reject, theoretical

  3. COption (c)

    abandon, comprehensive

  4. DOption (d)

    complicate, abstract

  5. EOption (e)

    develop, forgettable

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Answer: (a)A.

implement, practical

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Question 799

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Q39. In the given question, two words are omitted, which are replaced by blanks. Choose the best combination of the words that can fit into the given blank at the same order so as to make a grammatically and logically correct statement.
Despite his years of loyalty, the knight was forced to _____ his allegiance, a decision that led to his _____ from the kingdom.

  1. AOption (a)

    uphold, exile

  2. BOption (b)

    renounce, banishment

  3. COption (c)

    question, honor

  4. DOption (d)

    reaffirm, disgrace

  5. EOption (e)

    conceal, reward

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Answer: (b)B.

renounce, banishment

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Question 800

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Q40. In the given question, two words are omitted, which are replaced by blanks. Choose the best combination of the words that can fit into the given blank at the same order so as to make a grammatically and logically correct statement.
As the storm intensified, the captain had to _____ his crew to prepare for the worst, knowing that any _____ could prove disastrous.

  1. AOption (a)

    warn, hesitation

  2. BOption (b)

    reassure, confidence

  3. COption (c)

    adorn, miscalculation

  4. DOption (d)

    command, support

  5. EOption (e)

    mislead, coordination

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Answer: (a)A.

warn, hesitation

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