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Question 201

IBPS Clerk 2025• English Language

Directions: Read the given passage carefully to answer the following questions. Each question will have five alternatives as its answer. Choose the correct option as your answer.

When Arthur, a young oceanography researcher, decided to spend his summer break traveling across the coast, his primary goal was to visit his childhood friend, Jack Costner. Jack, a retired Navy officer who had served decades at sea, lived in a secluded coastal township dedicated entirely to marine research and deep-sea exploration. Arthur had always been fascinated by Jack's transition from tactical military operation to civilian oceanographic studies, but nothing prepared him for what Jack had accomplished since his retirement. Upon arriving at Jack's private dock, Arthur was introduced to the Nautilus II, a custom-engineered mini-submarine that Jack had spent three years designing and building by hand. Driven by his lifelong interest in oceanography, Jack had built the submersible to study bathyal zone ecosystems, deep regions of the ocean that remain largely unexplored due to extreme pressure and pitch-black darkness. Jack explained that standard oceanographic vessels were often too costly to hire, prompting him to construct a reliable vessel that could enable independent marine biologists to gather data directly from underwater trenches.

The pair _________ on a brief trial dive off the continental shelf. As the submarine descended, the blue sunlit water dissolved into an ink-black abyss. Arthur watched the digital depth gauge with a mix of awe and anxiety as they plunged down toward the ocean floor. At the height of their descent, nearly 2,000 meters below the surface, the submarine’s exterior lights illuminated a vibrant ecosystem: deep-sea cold seeps surrounded by unique tube worms, bioluminescent crustaceans, and delicate deep-sea corals. Jack pointed out that many commercial enterprises frequently attempt to exploit these sensitive deep-sea habitats for rare mineral deposits, often destroying irreplaceable marine biodiversity in the process. His goal in building the submarine was not commercial gain, but conservation, providing accessible data to push for protected marine sanctuaries. For Arthur, the travel experience was not merely a reunion with an old friend; it was a profound shift in how he viewed the future of marine science and environmental stewardship.

According to the passage, what was Arthur's primary goal when traveling across the coast?

  1. AOption (a)

    To conduct independent research on bathyal ecosystems

  2. BOption (b)

    To visit his childhood friend, Jack Costner

  3. COption (c)

    To document commercial mineral extraction

  4. DOption (d)

    To hire an expensive oceanographic vessel

  5. EOption (e)

    To map deep-sea underwater trenches

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

To conduct independent research on bathyal ecosystems

Explanation not yet available.

Question 202

IBPS Clerk 2025• English Language

Directions: Read the given passage carefully to answer the following questions. Each question will have five alternatives as its answer. Choose the correct option as your answer.

When Arthur, a young oceanography researcher, decided to spend his summer break traveling across the coast, his primary goal was to visit his childhood friend, Jack Costner. Jack, a retired Navy officer who had served decades at sea, lived in a secluded coastal township dedicated entirely to marine research and deep-sea exploration. Arthur had always been fascinated by Jack's transition from tactical military operation to civilian oceanographic studies, but nothing prepared him for what Jack had accomplished since his retirement. Upon arriving at Jack's private dock, Arthur was introduced to the Nautilus II, a custom-engineered mini-submarine that Jack had spent three years designing and building by hand. Driven by his lifelong interest in oceanography, Jack had built the submersible to study bathyal zone ecosystems, deep regions of the ocean that remain largely unexplored due to extreme pressure and pitch-black darkness. Jack explained that standard oceanographic vessels were often too costly to hire, prompting him to construct a reliable vessel that could enable independent marine biologists to gather data directly from underwater trenches.

The pair _________ on a brief trial dive off the continental shelf. As the submarine descended, the blue sunlit water dissolved into an ink-black abyss. Arthur watched the digital depth gauge with a mix of awe and anxiety as they plunged down toward the ocean floor. At the height of their descent, nearly 2,000 meters below the surface, the submarine’s exterior lights illuminated a vibrant ecosystem: deep-sea cold seeps surrounded by unique tube worms, bioluminescent crustaceans, and delicate deep-sea corals. Jack pointed out that many commercial enterprises frequently attempt to exploit these sensitive deep-sea habitats for rare mineral deposits, often destroying irreplaceable marine biodiversity in the process. His goal in building the submarine was not commercial gain, but conservation, providing accessible data to push for protected marine sanctuaries. For Arthur, the travel experience was not merely a reunion with an old friend; it was a profound shift in how he viewed the future of marine science and environmental stewardship.

Which of the following has NOT been cited in the passage as something Arthur and Jack observed at the depth of nearly 2,000 meters?

  1. AOption (a)

    Bioluminescent crustaceans

  2. BOption (b)

    Deep-sea cold seeps

  3. COption (c)

    Unique tube worms

  4. DOption (d)

    Hydrothermal black smoker vents

  5. EOption (e)

    Delicate deep-sea corals

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Bioluminescent crustaceans

Explanation not yet available.

Question 203

IBPS Clerk 2025• English Language

Directions: Read the given passage carefully to answer the following questions. Each question will have five alternatives as its answer. Choose the correct option as your answer.

When Arthur, a young oceanography researcher, decided to spend his summer break traveling across the coast, his primary goal was to visit his childhood friend, Jack Costner. Jack, a retired Navy officer who had served decades at sea, lived in a secluded coastal township dedicated entirely to marine research and deep-sea exploration. Arthur had always been fascinated by Jack's transition from tactical military operation to civilian oceanographic studies, but nothing prepared him for what Jack had accomplished since his retirement. Upon arriving at Jack's private dock, Arthur was introduced to the Nautilus II, a custom-engineered mini-submarine that Jack had spent three years designing and building by hand. Driven by his lifelong interest in oceanography, Jack had built the submersible to study bathyal zone ecosystems, deep regions of the ocean that remain largely unexplored due to extreme pressure and pitch-black darkness. Jack explained that standard oceanographic vessels were often too costly to hire, prompting him to construct a reliable vessel that could enable independent marine biologists to gather data directly from underwater trenches.

The pair _________ on a brief trial dive off the continental shelf. As the submarine descended, the blue sunlit water dissolved into an ink-black abyss. Arthur watched the digital depth gauge with a mix of awe and anxiety as they plunged down toward the ocean floor. At the height of their descent, nearly 2,000 meters below the surface, the submarine’s exterior lights illuminated a vibrant ecosystem: deep-sea cold seeps surrounded by unique tube worms, bioluminescent crustaceans, and delicate deep-sea corals. Jack pointed out that many commercial enterprises frequently attempt to exploit these sensitive deep-sea habitats for rare mineral deposits, often destroying irreplaceable marine biodiversity in the process. His goal in building the submarine was not commercial gain, but conservation, providing accessible data to push for protected marine sanctuaries. For Arthur, the travel experience was not merely a reunion with an old friend; it was a profound shift in how he viewed the future of marine science and environmental stewardship.

According to the passage, why did Jack Costner build the Nautilus II himself?

  1. AOption (a)

    He wanted to mine rare mineral deposits in deep ocean trenches.

  2. BOption (b)

    Standard oceanographic vessels were often too costly to hire.

  3. COption (c)

    He was ordered to do so by the Navy before his retirement.

  4. DOption (d)

    He intended to sell custom mini-submarines to civilian researchers.

  5. EOption (e)

    He wanted to prove his tactical military engineering skills to Arthur.

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

He wanted to mine rare mineral deposits in deep ocean trenches.

Explanation not yet available.

Question 204

IBPS Clerk 2025• English Language

Directions: Read the given passage carefully to answer the following questions. Each question will have five alternatives as its answer. Choose the correct option as your answer.

When Arthur, a young oceanography researcher, decided to spend his summer break traveling across the coast, his primary goal was to visit his childhood friend, Jack Costner. Jack, a retired Navy officer who had served decades at sea, lived in a secluded coastal township dedicated entirely to marine research and deep-sea exploration. Arthur had always been fascinated by Jack's transition from tactical military operation to civilian oceanographic studies, but nothing prepared him for what Jack had accomplished since his retirement. Upon arriving at Jack's private dock, Arthur was introduced to the Nautilus II, a custom-engineered mini-submarine that Jack had spent three years designing and building by hand. Driven by his lifelong interest in oceanography, Jack had built the submersible to study bathyal zone ecosystems, deep regions of the ocean that remain largely unexplored due to extreme pressure and pitch-black darkness. Jack explained that standard oceanographic vessels were often too costly to hire, prompting him to construct a reliable vessel that could enable independent marine biologists to gather data directly from underwater trenches.

The pair _________ on a brief trial dive off the continental shelf. As the submarine descended, the blue sunlit water dissolved into an ink-black abyss. Arthur watched the digital depth gauge with a mix of awe and anxiety as they plunged down toward the ocean floor. At the height of their descent, nearly 2,000 meters below the surface, the submarine’s exterior lights illuminated a vibrant ecosystem: deep-sea cold seeps surrounded by unique tube worms, bioluminescent crustaceans, and delicate deep-sea corals. Jack pointed out that many commercial enterprises frequently attempt to exploit these sensitive deep-sea habitats for rare mineral deposits, often destroying irreplaceable marine biodiversity in the process. His goal in building the submarine was not commercial gain, but conservation, providing accessible data to push for protected marine sanctuaries. For Arthur, the travel experience was not merely a reunion with an old friend; it was a profound shift in how he viewed the future of marine science and environmental stewardship.

Which of the following words fits appropriately in the blank given in the second paragraph: "The pair _________ on a brief trial dive off the continental shelf."?

  1. AOption (a)

    retreated

  2. BOption (b)

    embarked

  3. COption (c)

    collapsed

  4. DOption (d)

    surrendered

  5. EOption (e)

    hesitated

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

retreated

Explanation not yet available.

Question 205

IBPS Clerk 2025• English Language

Directions: Read the given passage carefully to answer the following questions. Each question will have five alternatives as its answer. Choose the correct option as your answer.

When Arthur, a young oceanography researcher, decided to spend his summer break traveling across the coast, his primary goal was to visit his childhood friend, Jack Costner. Jack, a retired Navy officer who had served decades at sea, lived in a secluded coastal township dedicated entirely to marine research and deep-sea exploration. Arthur had always been fascinated by Jack's transition from tactical military operation to civilian oceanographic studies, but nothing prepared him for what Jack had accomplished since his retirement. Upon arriving at Jack's private dock, Arthur was introduced to the Nautilus II, a custom-engineered mini-submarine that Jack had spent three years designing and building by hand. Driven by his lifelong interest in oceanography, Jack had built the submersible to study bathyal zone ecosystems, deep regions of the ocean that remain largely unexplored due to extreme pressure and pitch-black darkness. Jack explained that standard oceanographic vessels were often too costly to hire, prompting him to construct a reliable vessel that could enable independent marine biologists to gather data directly from underwater trenches.

The pair _________ on a brief trial dive off the continental shelf. As the submarine descended, the blue sunlit water dissolved into an ink-black abyss. Arthur watched the digital depth gauge with a mix of awe and anxiety as they plunged down toward the ocean floor. At the height of their descent, nearly 2,000 meters below the surface, the submarine’s exterior lights illuminated a vibrant ecosystem: deep-sea cold seeps surrounded by unique tube worms, bioluminescent crustaceans, and delicate deep-sea corals. Jack pointed out that many commercial enterprises frequently attempt to exploit these sensitive deep-sea habitats for rare mineral deposits, often destroying irreplaceable marine biodiversity in the process. His goal in building the submarine was not commercial gain, but conservation, providing accessible data to push for protected marine sanctuaries. For Arthur, the travel experience was not merely a reunion with an old friend; it was a profound shift in how he viewed the future of marine science and environmental stewardship.

According to the passage, which of the following statements is/are correct?

A. Jack Costner spent three years designing and hand-building the mini-submarine Nautilus II.

B. The bathyal zone is well-explored because standard oceanographic vessels visit it regularly.

C. Jack’s main motivation for building the submarine was commercial gain through mineral discovery.

  1. AOption (a)

    Only A

  2. BOption (b)

    Only B

  3. COption (c)

    Both A and B

  4. DOption (d)

    Both B and C

  5. EOption (e)

    All A, B, and C

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Only A

Explanation not yet available.

Question 206

IBPS Clerk 2025• English Language

Directions: Read the given passage carefully to answer the following questions. Each question will have five alternatives as its answer. Choose the correct option as your answer.

When Arthur, a young oceanography researcher, decided to spend his summer break traveling across the coast, his primary goal was to visit his childhood friend, Jack Costner. Jack, a retired Navy officer who had served decades at sea, lived in a secluded coastal township dedicated entirely to marine research and deep-sea exploration. Arthur had always been fascinated by Jack's transition from tactical military operation to civilian oceanographic studies, but nothing prepared him for what Jack had accomplished since his retirement. Upon arriving at Jack's private dock, Arthur was introduced to the Nautilus II, a custom-engineered mini-submarine that Jack had spent three years designing and building by hand. Driven by his lifelong interest in oceanography, Jack had built the submersible to study bathyal zone ecosystems, deep regions of the ocean that remain largely unexplored due to extreme pressure and pitch-black darkness. Jack explained that standard oceanographic vessels were often too costly to hire, prompting him to construct a reliable vessel that could enable independent marine biologists to gather data directly from underwater trenches.

The pair _________ on a brief trial dive off the continental shelf. As the submarine descended, the blue sunlit water dissolved into an ink-black abyss. Arthur watched the digital depth gauge with a mix of awe and anxiety as they plunged down toward the ocean floor. At the height of their descent, nearly 2,000 meters below the surface, the submarine’s exterior lights illuminated a vibrant ecosystem: deep-sea cold seeps surrounded by unique tube worms, bioluminescent crustaceans, and delicate deep-sea corals. Jack pointed out that many commercial enterprises frequently attempt to exploit these sensitive deep-sea habitats for rare mineral deposits, often destroying irreplaceable marine biodiversity in the process. His goal in building the submarine was not commercial gain, but conservation, providing accessible data to push for protected marine sanctuaries. For Arthur, the travel experience was not merely a reunion with an old friend; it was a profound shift in how he viewed the future of marine science and environmental stewardship.

According to the passage, which of the following statements is/are incorrect?

A. Arthur had anxiety and awe as the submarine descended to nearly 2,000 meters below the surface.

B. Jack Costner lived in a crowded urban neighborhood away from the coast.

C. The trip shifted Arthur's perspective on environmental stewardship and marine science.

  1. AOption (a)

    Only A

  2. BOption (b)

    Only B

  3. COption (c)

    Only C

  4. DOption (d)

    Both A and C

  5. EOption (e)

    Both B and C

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Only A

Explanation not yet available.

Question 207

IBPS Clerk 2025• English Language

Directions: Read the given passage carefully to answer the following questions. Each question will have five alternatives as its answer. Choose the correct option as your answer.

When Arthur, a young oceanography researcher, decided to spend his summer break traveling across the coast, his primary goal was to visit his childhood friend, Jack Costner. Jack, a retired Navy officer who had served decades at sea, lived in a secluded coastal township dedicated entirely to marine research and deep-sea exploration. Arthur had always been fascinated by Jack's transition from tactical military operation to civilian oceanographic studies, but nothing prepared him for what Jack had accomplished since his retirement. Upon arriving at Jack's private dock, Arthur was introduced to the Nautilus II, a custom-engineered mini-submarine that Jack had spent three years designing and building by hand. Driven by his lifelong interest in oceanography, Jack had built the submersible to study bathyal zone ecosystems, deep regions of the ocean that remain largely unexplored due to extreme pressure and pitch-black darkness. Jack explained that standard oceanographic vessels were often too costly to hire, prompting him to construct a reliable vessel that could enable independent marine biologists to gather data directly from underwater trenches.

The pair _________ on a brief trial dive off the continental shelf. As the submarine descended, the blue sunlit water dissolved into an ink-black abyss. Arthur watched the digital depth gauge with a mix of awe and anxiety as they plunged down toward the ocean floor. At the height of their descent, nearly 2,000 meters below the surface, the submarine’s exterior lights illuminated a vibrant ecosystem: deep-sea cold seeps surrounded by unique tube worms, bioluminescent crustaceans, and delicate deep-sea corals. Jack pointed out that many commercial enterprises frequently attempt to exploit these sensitive deep-sea habitats for rare mineral deposits, often destroying irreplaceable marine biodiversity in the process. His goal in building the submarine was not commercial gain, but conservation, providing accessible data to push for protected marine sanctuaries. For Arthur, the travel experience was not merely a reunion with an old friend; it was a profound shift in how he viewed the future of marine science and environmental stewardship.

Which of the following words is similar in meaning to "Height" as used in the passage?

  1. AOption (a)

    Peak

  2. BOption (b)

    Beginning

  3. COption (c)

    Floor

  4. DOption (d)

    Margin

  5. EOption (e)

    Base

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Peak

Explanation not yet available.

Question 208

IBPS Clerk 2025• English Language

Directions: Read the given passage carefully to answer the following questions. Each question will have five alternatives as its answer. Choose the correct option as your answer.

When Arthur, a young oceanography researcher, decided to spend his summer break traveling across the coast, his primary goal was to visit his childhood friend, Jack Costner. Jack, a retired Navy officer who had served decades at sea, lived in a secluded coastal township dedicated entirely to marine research and deep-sea exploration. Arthur had always been fascinated by Jack's transition from tactical military operation to civilian oceanographic studies, but nothing prepared him for what Jack had accomplished since his retirement. Upon arriving at Jack's private dock, Arthur was introduced to the Nautilus II, a custom-engineered mini-submarine that Jack had spent three years designing and building by hand. Driven by his lifelong interest in oceanography, Jack had built the submersible to study bathyal zone ecosystems, deep regions of the ocean that remain largely unexplored due to extreme pressure and pitch-black darkness. Jack explained that standard oceanographic vessels were often too costly to hire, prompting him to construct a reliable vessel that could enable independent marine biologists to gather data directly from underwater trenches.

The pair _________ on a brief trial dive off the continental shelf. As the submarine descended, the blue sunlit water dissolved into an ink-black abyss. Arthur watched the digital depth gauge with a mix of awe and anxiety as they plunged down toward the ocean floor. At the height of their descent, nearly 2,000 meters below the surface, the submarine’s exterior lights illuminated a vibrant ecosystem: deep-sea cold seeps surrounded by unique tube worms, bioluminescent crustaceans, and delicate deep-sea corals. Jack pointed out that many commercial enterprises frequently attempt to exploit these sensitive deep-sea habitats for rare mineral deposits, often destroying irreplaceable marine biodiversity in the process. His goal in building the submarine was not commercial gain, but conservation, providing accessible data to push for protected marine sanctuaries. For Arthur, the travel experience was not merely a reunion with an old friend; it was a profound shift in how he viewed the future of marine science and environmental stewardship.

Which of the following words is similar in meaning to "Exploit" as used in the passage?

  1. AOption (a)

    Protect

  2. BOption (b)

    Capitalize on

  3. COption (c)

    Preserve

  4. DOption (d)

    Neglect

  5. EOption (e)

    Ignore

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Protect

Explanation not yet available.

Question 209

IBPS Clerk 2025• English Language

Directions: Read the given passage carefully to answer the following questions. Each question will have five alternatives as its answer. Choose the correct option as your answer.

When Arthur, a young oceanography researcher, decided to spend his summer break traveling across the coast, his primary goal was to visit his childhood friend, Jack Costner. Jack, a retired Navy officer who had served decades at sea, lived in a secluded coastal township dedicated entirely to marine research and deep-sea exploration. Arthur had always been fascinated by Jack's transition from tactical military operation to civilian oceanographic studies, but nothing prepared him for what Jack had accomplished since his retirement. Upon arriving at Jack's private dock, Arthur was introduced to the Nautilus II, a custom-engineered mini-submarine that Jack had spent three years designing and building by hand. Driven by his lifelong interest in oceanography, Jack had built the submersible to study bathyal zone ecosystems, deep regions of the ocean that remain largely unexplored due to extreme pressure and pitch-black darkness. Jack explained that standard oceanographic vessels were often too costly to hire, prompting him to construct a reliable vessel that could enable independent marine biologists to gather data directly from underwater trenches.

The pair _________ on a brief trial dive off the continental shelf. As the submarine descended, the blue sunlit water dissolved into an ink-black abyss. Arthur watched the digital depth gauge with a mix of awe and anxiety as they plunged down toward the ocean floor. At the height of their descent, nearly 2,000 meters below the surface, the submarine’s exterior lights illuminated a vibrant ecosystem: deep-sea cold seeps surrounded by unique tube worms, bioluminescent crustaceans, and delicate deep-sea corals. Jack pointed out that many commercial enterprises frequently attempt to exploit these sensitive deep-sea habitats for rare mineral deposits, often destroying irreplaceable marine biodiversity in the process. His goal in building the submarine was not commercial gain, but conservation, providing accessible data to push for protected marine sanctuaries. For Arthur, the travel experience was not merely a reunion with an old friend; it was a profound shift in how he viewed the future of marine science and environmental stewardship.

Which of the following words is similar in meaning to "Enable" as used in the passage?

  1. AOption (a)

    Prevent

  2. BOption (b)

    Empower

  3. COption (c)

    Restrict

  4. DOption (d)

    Discourage

  5. EOption (e)

    Forbid

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Prevent

Explanation not yet available.

Question 210

IBPS Clerk 2025• English Language

Directions: Read the following sentences carefully, choose the one that is grammatically and contextually correct, and mark it as your answer.

  1. AOption (a)

    Between you and I, this new company policy is going to cause a lot of confusion.

  2. BOption (b)

    He is the most intelligent and also the very hardworking student in the class.

  3. COption (c)

    The government has initiated several programs to eradicate poverty in rural areas.

  4. DOption (d)

    No sooner did the train arrive at the station when the passengers rushed to board.

  5. EOption (e)

    She was angry on me because I forgot to invite her to my birthday party.

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Between you and I, this new company policy is going to cause a lot of confusion.

Explanation not yet available.