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Question 821

SBI 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.

Sleep is often treated as a personal matter, but its effects can extend well into the workplace. Employees who do not get enough sleep may experience sleepiness during daytime hours, making it harder for them to concentrate, make decisions, and complete tasks efficiently. Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance. Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also ______ their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs. The problem can be particularly difficult for employees trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Long working hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and the pressure to meet deadlines can reduce the time available for proper rest. Some employees may carry their workplace concerns home, making it difficult to mentally disconnect from their duties. As a result, they may struggle to relax at night and begin the next working day already feeling tired. Employers also have a reason to take sleep deprivation seriously.

A tired workforce may be less productive and more likely to make mistakes. Instead of expecting employees to remain available at all times, organisations can introduce practices that support healthier routines. Clear working hours, reasonable workloads, limited after-hours communication, and flexible scheduling can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively. Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus when daytime sleepiness becomes difficult to manage. Employees, too, can adopt strategies to improve their sleep and work habits. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing unnecessary screen time before bed, and planning tasks according to their energy levels can make daily routines more manageable. Most importantly, employees and employers need to recognise that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion. A better approach is to create working conditions in which people can complete their responsibilities while still having sufficient time to rest and recover. Thus, managing sleep deprivation is not simply about encouraging employees to sleep more. It requires a broader understanding of how workplace expectations, personal routines, and work-life balance interact. When both employees and employers take practical steps to address the problem, daytime alertness can improve and the workplace can become more sustainable for everyone.

According to the passage, which of the following is a consequence of insufficient sleep among employees?

  1. AOption (a)

    Increased ability to make decisions

  2. BOption (b)

    Improved concentration during work

  3. COption (c)

    Reduced ability to respond quickly

  4. DOption (d)

    Greater satisfaction with their jobs

  5. EOption (e)

    Increased motivation to complete tasks

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Reduced ability to respond quickly

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option C.

 

Key Points

  • The passage explicitly mentions the negative impacts of sleep deprivation on employee performance in the first paragraph.
  • It states: "Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance."
  • Other mentioned consequences include difficulty in concentrating, making decisions, and completing tasks efficiently, as well as reduced motivation and job satisfaction.
  • Therefore, Option C directly aligns with the information provided in the text.

Therefore, the correct answer is C.

 

Correct Sentence from Passage: "Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance."

 

Additional Information

  • A: Increased ability to make decisions – Incorrect; the passage states sleepiness makes it harder to make decisions.
  • B: Improved concentration during work – Incorrect; the passage states it is harder to concentrate.
  • D: Greater satisfaction with their jobs – Incorrect; the passage suggests sleep deprivation may reduce job satisfaction.
  • E: Increased motivation to complete tasks – Incorrect; the passage states sleep deprivation may reduce motivation.

Question 822

SBI 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.

Sleep is often treated as a personal matter, but its effects can extend well into the workplace. Employees who do not get enough sleep may experience sleepiness during daytime hours, making it harder for them to concentrate, make decisions, and complete tasks efficiently. Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance. Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also ______ their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs. The problem can be particularly difficult for employees trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Long working hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and the pressure to meet deadlines can reduce the time available for proper rest. Some employees may carry their workplace concerns home, making it difficult to mentally disconnect from their duties. As a result, they may struggle to relax at night and begin the next working day already feeling tired. Employers also have a reason to take sleep deprivation seriously.

A tired workforce may be less productive and more likely to make mistakes. Instead of expecting employees to remain available at all times, organisations can introduce practices that support healthier routines. Clear working hours, reasonable workloads, limited after-hours communication, and flexible scheduling can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively. Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus when daytime sleepiness becomes difficult to manage. Employees, too, can adopt strategies to improve their sleep and work habits. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing unnecessary screen time before bed, and planning tasks according to their energy levels can make daily routines more manageable. Most importantly, employees and employers need to recognise that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion. A better approach is to create working conditions in which people can complete their responsibilities while still having sufficient time to rest and recover. Thus, managing sleep deprivation is not simply about encouraging employees to sleep more. It requires a broader understanding of how workplace expectations, personal routines, and work-life balance interact. When both employees and employers take practical steps to address the problem, daytime alertness can improve and the workplace can become more sustainable for everyone.

According to the passage, which of the following has NOT been cited as a factor that can reduce the time available for proper rest?

  1. AOption (a)

    Long working hours

  2. BOption (b)

    Late-night messages

  3. COption (c)

    Irregular schedules

  4. DOption (d)

    Pressure to meet deadlines

  5. EOption (e)

    Regular exercise

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (e)E.

Regular exercise

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option E.

 

Key Points

  • The question asks to identify the factor that is NOT mentioned in the passage as something that reduces the time available for proper rest.
  • According to the second paragraph of the passage: "Long working hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and the pressure to meet deadlines can reduce the time available for proper rest."
  • The passage explicitly lists four specific factors: long hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and deadline pressure.
  • Regular exercise is not mentioned anywhere in the passage as a factor that reduces rest time; therefore, it is the correct answer.

Therefore, the correct answer is E.

 

Correct Option: "Regular exercise"

 

Additional Information

  • A: Long working hours – This is explicitly mentioned in the passage as a factor reducing rest.
  • B: Late-night messages – This is explicitly mentioned in the passage as a factor reducing rest.
  • C: Irregular schedules – This is explicitly mentioned in the passage as a factor reducing rest.
  • D: Pressure to meet deadlines – This is explicitly mentioned in the passage as a factor reducing rest.

Question 823

SBI 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.

Sleep is often treated as a personal matter, but its effects can extend well into the workplace. Employees who do not get enough sleep may experience sleepiness during daytime hours, making it harder for them to concentrate, make decisions, and complete tasks efficiently. Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance. Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also ______ their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs. The problem can be particularly difficult for employees trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Long working hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and the pressure to meet deadlines can reduce the time available for proper rest. Some employees may carry their workplace concerns home, making it difficult to mentally disconnect from their duties. As a result, they may struggle to relax at night and begin the next working day already feeling tired. Employers also have a reason to take sleep deprivation seriously.

A tired workforce may be less productive and more likely to make mistakes. Instead of expecting employees to remain available at all times, organisations can introduce practices that support healthier routines. Clear working hours, reasonable workloads, limited after-hours communication, and flexible scheduling can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively. Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus when daytime sleepiness becomes difficult to manage. Employees, too, can adopt strategies to improve their sleep and work habits. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing unnecessary screen time before bed, and planning tasks according to their energy levels can make daily routines more manageable. Most importantly, employees and employers need to recognise that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion. A better approach is to create working conditions in which people can complete their responsibilities while still having sufficient time to rest and recover. Thus, managing sleep deprivation is not simply about encouraging employees to sleep more. It requires a broader understanding of how workplace expectations, personal routines, and work-life balance interact. When both employees and employers take practical steps to address the problem, daytime alertness can improve and the workplace can become more sustainable for everyone.

According to the author, which of the following can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively?

  1. AOption (a)

    Remaining available after working hours

  2. BOption (b)

    Increasing their workload

  3. COption (c)

    Avoiding breaks during the workday

  4. DOption (d)

    Flexible scheduling

  5. EOption (e)

    Working late every night

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

Flexible scheduling

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option D.

 

Key Points

  • The passage explicitly mentions several practices that organizations can introduce to help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively.
  • According to the second paragraph: "Clear working hours, reasonable workloads, limited after-hours communication, and flexible scheduling can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively."
  • Among the given options, Flexible scheduling is directly listed as a supportive practice.
  • Options A, B, C, and E are contrary to the author's suggestions, as the author advocates for rest, limited communication, and reasonable workloads.

Therefore, the correct answer is D.

 

Correct Answer: Flexible scheduling

 

Additional Information

  • A: "Remaining available after working hours" – The passage suggests the opposite: "limited after-hours communication."
  • B: "Increasing their workload" – The passage suggests "reasonable workloads" to prevent exhaustion.
  • C: "Avoiding breaks during the workday" – The passage states that "Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus."
  • E: "Working late every night" – The passage identifies "long working hours" as a factor that reduces time available for proper rest.

Question 824

SBI 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.

Sleep is often treated as a personal matter, but its effects can extend well into the workplace. Employees who do not get enough sleep may experience sleepiness during daytime hours, making it harder for them to concentrate, make decisions, and complete tasks efficiently. Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance. Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also ______ their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs. The problem can be particularly difficult for employees trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Long working hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and the pressure to meet deadlines can reduce the time available for proper rest. Some employees may carry their workplace concerns home, making it difficult to mentally disconnect from their duties. As a result, they may struggle to relax at night and begin the next working day already feeling tired. Employers also have a reason to take sleep deprivation seriously.

A tired workforce may be less productive and more likely to make mistakes. Instead of expecting employees to remain available at all times, organisations can introduce practices that support healthier routines. Clear working hours, reasonable workloads, limited after-hours communication, and flexible scheduling can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively. Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus when daytime sleepiness becomes difficult to manage. Employees, too, can adopt strategies to improve their sleep and work habits. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing unnecessary screen time before bed, and planning tasks according to their energy levels can make daily routines more manageable. Most importantly, employees and employers need to recognise that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion. A better approach is to create working conditions in which people can complete their responsibilities while still having sufficient time to rest and recover. Thus, managing sleep deprivation is not simply about encouraging employees to sleep more. It requires a broader understanding of how workplace expectations, personal routines, and work-life balance interact. When both employees and employers take practical steps to address the problem, daytime alertness can improve and the workplace can become more sustainable for everyone.

Which of the following statements can be inferred from the passage?

A. Workplace practices can influence employees' ability to maintain a healthy sleep routine.

B. Constant availability of employees is presented as the best way to improve workplace productivity.

C. Addressing sleep deprivation requires efforts from both employees and employers.

  1. AOption (a)

    Only A

  2. BOption (b)

    Only B

  3. COption (c)

    Only C

  4. DOption (d)

    A and C

  5. EOption (e)

    All A, B, and C

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

A and C

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Option 4'.

 

Key Points

  • A) Workplace practices can influence employees' ability to maintain a healthy sleep routine.
  • This can be inferred from the passage. The text explicitly mentions that factors like long working hours, late-night messages, and irregular schedules can reduce the time available for rest. It also suggests that organisational practices like clear working hours and limited after-hours communication can support healthier routines.
  • B) Constant availability of employees is presented as the best way to improve workplace productivity.
  • This cannot be inferred from the passage. In fact, the passage argues against this, stating that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion and that organisations should move away from expecting employees to be available at all times.
  • C) Addressing sleep deprivation requires efforts from both employees and employers.
  • This can be inferred from the passage. The text provides specific strategies for both employers (e.g., flexible scheduling, reasonable workloads) and employees (e.g., regular sleep schedules, reducing screen time) and concludes that the problem is best addressed when both parties take practical steps.

Therefore, the correct answer is A and C.

 

Additional Information

  • Only A: Incorrect because statement C is also a valid inference based on the text.
  • Only B: Incorrect because the passage suggests that constant availability leads to exhaustion and decreased productivity, rather than being the "best way" to improve it.
  • Only C: Incorrect because statement A is also a valid inference based on the text.
  • All A, B, and C: Incorrect because statement B contradicts the central argument of the passage.

Question 825

SBI 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.

Sleep is often treated as a personal matter, but its effects can extend well into the workplace. Employees who do not get enough sleep may experience sleepiness during daytime hours, making it harder for them to concentrate, make decisions, and complete tasks efficiently. Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance. Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also ______ their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs. The problem can be particularly difficult for employees trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Long working hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and the pressure to meet deadlines can reduce the time available for proper rest. Some employees may carry their workplace concerns home, making it difficult to mentally disconnect from their duties. As a result, they may struggle to relax at night and begin the next working day already feeling tired. Employers also have a reason to take sleep deprivation seriously.

A tired workforce may be less productive and more likely to make mistakes. Instead of expecting employees to remain available at all times, organisations can introduce practices that support healthier routines. Clear working hours, reasonable workloads, limited after-hours communication, and flexible scheduling can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively. Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus when daytime sleepiness becomes difficult to manage. Employees, too, can adopt strategies to improve their sleep and work habits. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing unnecessary screen time before bed, and planning tasks according to their energy levels can make daily routines more manageable. Most importantly, employees and employers need to recognise that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion. A better approach is to create working conditions in which people can complete their responsibilities while still having sufficient time to rest and recover. Thus, managing sleep deprivation is not simply about encouraging employees to sleep more. It requires a broader understanding of how workplace expectations, personal routines, and work-life balance interact. When both employees and employers take practical steps to address the problem, daytime alertness can improve and the workplace can become more sustainable for everyone.

What will fit in the blank taken from the passage? “Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also ______ their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs.”

  1. AOption (a)

    enhance

  2. BOption (b)

    affect

  3. COption (c)

    restore

  4. DOption (d)

    establish

  5. EOption (e)

    guarantee

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

affect

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'affect'.

 

Key Points

  • The word "affect" means to have an effect on; make a difference to. (प्रभावित करना)
  • In the context of the passage, sleep deprivation has a negative impact on an employee's motivation and job satisfaction.
  • The other options: "enhance" (improve), "restore" (bring back), "establish" (set up), and "guarantee" (promise) do not fit the negative context of sleep deprivation.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Complete Sentence: Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also affect their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs.

Additional Information

  • Enhance (बढ़ाना): To intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent of.
  • Restore (बहाल करना): To bring back or re-establish a previous right, practice, or situation.
  • Establish (स्थापित करना): To set up on a firm or permanent basis.
  • Guarantee (गारंटी देना): To provide a formal assurance, especially that certain conditions will be fulfilled.

Question 826

SBI 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.

Sleep is often treated as a personal matter, but its effects can extend well into the workplace. Employees who do not get enough sleep may experience sleepiness during daytime hours, making it harder for them to concentrate, make decisions, and complete tasks efficiently. Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance. Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also ______ their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs. The problem can be particularly difficult for employees trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Long working hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and the pressure to meet deadlines can reduce the time available for proper rest. Some employees may carry their workplace concerns home, making it difficult to mentally disconnect from their duties. As a result, they may struggle to relax at night and begin the next working day already feeling tired. Employers also have a reason to take sleep deprivation seriously.

A tired workforce may be less productive and more likely to make mistakes. Instead of expecting employees to remain available at all times, organisations can introduce practices that support healthier routines. Clear working hours, reasonable workloads, limited after-hours communication, and flexible scheduling can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively. Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus when daytime sleepiness becomes difficult to manage. Employees, too, can adopt strategies to improve their sleep and work habits. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing unnecessary screen time before bed, and planning tasks according to their energy levels can make daily routines more manageable. Most importantly, employees and employers need to recognise that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion. A better approach is to create working conditions in which people can complete their responsibilities while still having sufficient time to rest and recover. Thus, managing sleep deprivation is not simply about encouraging employees to sleep more. It requires a broader understanding of how workplace expectations, personal routines, and work-life balance interact. When both employees and employers take practical steps to address the problem, daytime alertness can improve and the workplace can become more sustainable for everyone.

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

A. Long working hours can reduce the time employees have available for proper rest.

B. Carrying workplace concerns home can make it difficult for employees to mentally disconnect from their duties.

C. The passage recommends that employees remain available to employers at all times.

  1. AOption (a)

    Only A

  2. BOption (b)

    Only B

  3. COption (c)

    A and B

  4. DOption (d)

    A and C

  5. EOption (e)

    B and C

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

A and B

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

  • Statement A: Long working hours can reduce the time employees have available for proper rest.
  • This statement is correct. The passage explicitly states in the second paragraph: "Long working hours... can reduce the time available for proper rest."
  • Statement B: Carrying workplace concerns home can make it difficult for employees to mentally disconnect from their duties.
  • This statement is correct. The passage mentions: "Some employees may carry their workplace concerns home, making it difficult to mentally disconnect from their duties."
  • Statement C: The passage recommends that employees remain available to employers at all times.
  • This statement is incorrect. The passage suggests the opposite, stating that "Instead of expecting employees to remain available at all times, organisations can introduce practices that support healthier routines," such as limited after-hours communication.
  • Since both A and B are correct according to the text, the correct option is A and B.

Therefore, the correct answer is: A and B.

Question 827

SBI 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.

Sleep is often treated as a personal matter, but its effects can extend well into the workplace. Employees who do not get enough sleep may experience sleepiness during daytime hours, making it harder for them to concentrate, make decisions, and complete tasks efficiently. Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance. Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also ______ their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs. The problem can be particularly difficult for employees trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Long working hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and the pressure to meet deadlines can reduce the time available for proper rest. Some employees may carry their workplace concerns home, making it difficult to mentally disconnect from their duties. As a result, they may struggle to relax at night and begin the next working day already feeling tired. Employers also have a reason to take sleep deprivation seriously.

A tired workforce may be less productive and more likely to make mistakes. Instead of expecting employees to remain available at all times, organisations can introduce practices that support healthier routines. Clear working hours, reasonable workloads, limited after-hours communication, and flexible scheduling can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively. Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus when daytime sleepiness becomes difficult to manage. Employees, too, can adopt strategies to improve their sleep and work habits. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing unnecessary screen time before bed, and planning tasks according to their energy levels can make daily routines more manageable. Most importantly, employees and employers need to recognise that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion. A better approach is to create working conditions in which people can complete their responsibilities while still having sufficient time to rest and recover. Thus, managing sleep deprivation is not simply about encouraging employees to sleep more. It requires a broader understanding of how workplace expectations, personal routines, and work-life balance interact. When both employees and employers take practical steps to address the problem, daytime alertness can improve and the workplace can become more sustainable for everyone.

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

A. A tired workforce may be more likely to make mistakes.

B. Short breaks during the workday may help employees regain focus.

C. The passage suggests that productivity should depend on constant exhaustion.

  1. AOption (a)

    Only A

  2. BOption (b)

    Only B

  3. COption (c)

    Only C

  4. DOption (d)

    A and C

  5. EOption (e)

    B and C

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

Only B

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

  • Statement A: A tired workforce may be more likely to make mistakes.
  • This statement is correct. The passage explicitly states in the second paragraph: "A tired workforce may be less productive and more likely to make mistakes."
  • Statement B: Short breaks during the workday may help employees regain focus.
  • This statement is correct. The passage mentions in the second paragraph: "Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus when daytime sleepiness becomes difficult to manage."
  • Statement C: The passage suggests that productivity should depend on constant exhaustion.
  • This statement is incorrect. The passage actually states the opposite in the third paragraph: "...employees and employers need to recognise that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion."
  • Hence, Statement C is the only incorrect statement based on the text.

Therefore, the correct answer is: ‘Only C’.

Question 828

SBI 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.

Sleep is often treated as a personal matter, but its effects can extend well into the workplace. Employees who do not get enough sleep may experience sleepiness during daytime hours, making it harder for them to concentrate, make decisions, and complete tasks efficiently. Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance. Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also ______ their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs. The problem can be particularly difficult for employees trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Long working hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and the pressure to meet deadlines can reduce the time available for proper rest. Some employees may carry their workplace concerns home, making it difficult to mentally disconnect from their duties. As a result, they may struggle to relax at night and begin the next working day already feeling tired. Employers also have a reason to take sleep deprivation seriously.

A tired workforce may be less productive and more likely to make mistakes. Instead of expecting employees to remain available at all times, organisations can introduce practices that support healthier routines. Clear working hours, reasonable workloads, limited after-hours communication, and flexible scheduling can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively. Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus when daytime sleepiness becomes difficult to manage. Employees, too, can adopt strategies to improve their sleep and work habits. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing unnecessary screen time before bed, and planning tasks according to their energy levels can make daily routines more manageable. Most importantly, employees and employers need to recognise that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion. A better approach is to create working conditions in which people can complete their responsibilities while still having sufficient time to rest and recover. Thus, managing sleep deprivation is not simply about encouraging employees to sleep more. It requires a broader understanding of how workplace expectations, personal routines, and work-life balance interact. When both employees and employers take practical steps to address the problem, daytime alertness can improve and the workplace can become more sustainable for everyone.

Which of the following words is similar in meaning to “Carry” in the context of the passage?

  1. AOption (a)

    Abandon

  2. BOption (b)

    Bring

  3. COption (c)

    Remove

  4. DOption (d)

    Reject

  5. EOption (e)

    Forget

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

Bring

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is: Option (2) i.e., Bring.

Key Points

  • The word "Carry" in the context of the passage means to take or transport something from one place to another, specifically referring to employees taking their workplace concerns home. (ले जाना)
  • Example: It is important not to carry your stress from the office into your personal life.
  • "Bring" refers to the act of taking or carrying someone or something to a place or a person; it is the most suitable synonym for 'carry' in this context. (लाना)
  • Example: Please bring your documents to the meeting tomorrow morning.
  • Hence, we can infer that the word similar in meaning to 'Carry' is 'Bring'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Bring.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

  • Abandon (छोड़ देना): To cease to support or look after someone; to leave a place or thing permanently.
  • Example: The sailors had to abandon the sinking ship.
  • Remove (हटाना): To take something away or off from the position it occupies.
  • Example: Please remove your shoes before entering the house.
  • Reject (अस्वीकार करना): To dismiss as inadequate, inappropriate, or not to one's taste.
  • Example: The committee decided to reject the initial proposal due to budget constraints.
  • Forget (भूलना): To fail to remember something or someone.
  • Example: Don't forget to lock the door when you leave.

Question 829

SBI 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.

Sleep is often treated as a personal matter, but its effects can extend well into the workplace. Employees who do not get enough sleep may experience sleepiness during daytime hours, making it harder for them to concentrate, make decisions, and complete tasks efficiently. Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance. Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also ______ their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs. The problem can be particularly difficult for employees trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Long working hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and the pressure to meet deadlines can reduce the time available for proper rest. Some employees may carry their workplace concerns home, making it difficult to mentally disconnect from their duties. As a result, they may struggle to relax at night and begin the next working day already feeling tired. Employers also have a reason to take sleep deprivation seriously.

A tired workforce may be less productive and more likely to make mistakes. Instead of expecting employees to remain available at all times, organisations can introduce practices that support healthier routines. Clear working hours, reasonable workloads, limited after-hours communication, and flexible scheduling can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively. Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus when daytime sleepiness becomes difficult to manage. Employees, too, can adopt strategies to improve their sleep and work habits. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing unnecessary screen time before bed, and planning tasks according to their energy levels can make daily routines more manageable. Most importantly, employees and employers need to recognise that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion. A better approach is to create working conditions in which people can complete their responsibilities while still having sufficient time to rest and recover. Thus, managing sleep deprivation is not simply about encouraging employees to sleep more. It requires a broader understanding of how workplace expectations, personal routines, and work-life balance interact. When both employees and employers take practical steps to address the problem, daytime alertness can improve and the workplace can become more sustainable for everyone.

Which of the following words is similar in meaning to “deprivation” in the context of the passage?

  1. AOption (a)

    Lack

  2. BOption (b)

    Excess

  3. COption (c)

    Recovery

  4. DOption (d)

    Comfort

  5. EOption (e)

    Improvement

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Lack

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is: Lack.

Key Points

  • The word "deprivation" refers to the state of lacking or doing without something; the damaging lack of material benefits or necessities like sleep. (अभाव/कमी)
  • Example: Sleep deprivation can lead to serious health issues and decreased productivity at work.
  • "Lack" refers to the state of being without or not having enough of something. (कमी)
  • Example: The project failed due to a lack of funding and resources.
  • Hence, we can infer that the word similar in meaning to 'deprivation' is 'lack'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Lack.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

  • Excess (अधिकता): An amount of something that is more than necessary, permitted, or desirable.
  • Example: An excess of sugar in your diet can lead to various health problems.
  • Recovery (सुधार/वापसी): A return to a normal state of health, mind, or strength.
  • Example: The doctor was pleased with the patient's rapid recovery after the surgery.
  • Comfort (आराम): A state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint.
  • Example: These new shoes provide great comfort during long walks.
  • Improvement (सुधार): The process of making something better or the state of being better.
  • Example: There has been a significant improvement in his grades this semester.

Question 830

SBI 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.

Sleep is often treated as a personal matter, but its effects can extend well into the workplace. Employees who do not get enough sleep may experience sleepiness during daytime hours, making it harder for them to concentrate, make decisions, and complete tasks efficiently. Even when employees remain physically present at work, tiredness can reduce their ability to respond quickly and maintain consistent performance. Over time, frequent sleep deprivation may also ______ their motivation and satisfaction with their jobs. The problem can be particularly difficult for employees trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Long working hours, late-night messages, irregular schedules, and the pressure to meet deadlines can reduce the time available for proper rest. Some employees may carry their workplace concerns home, making it difficult to mentally disconnect from their duties. As a result, they may struggle to relax at night and begin the next working day already feeling tired. Employers also have a reason to take sleep deprivation seriously.

A tired workforce may be less productive and more likely to make mistakes. Instead of expecting employees to remain available at all times, organisations can introduce practices that support healthier routines. Clear working hours, reasonable workloads, limited after-hours communication, and flexible scheduling can help employees manage their responsibilities more effectively. Short breaks during the workday may also help employees regain focus when daytime sleepiness becomes difficult to manage. Employees, too, can adopt strategies to improve their sleep and work habits. Maintaining a regular sleep schedule, reducing unnecessary screen time before bed, and planning tasks according to their energy levels can make daily routines more manageable. Most importantly, employees and employers need to recognise that productivity should not depend on constant exhaustion. A better approach is to create working conditions in which people can complete their responsibilities while still having sufficient time to rest and recover. Thus, managing sleep deprivation is not simply about encouraging employees to sleep more. It requires a broader understanding of how workplace expectations, personal routines, and work-life balance interact. When both employees and employers take practical steps to address the problem, daytime alertness can improve and the workplace can become more sustainable for everyone.

Which of the following words is similar in meaning to “sustainable” in the context of the passage?

  1. AOption (a)

    Temporary

  2. BOption (b)

    Unstable

  3. COption (c)

    Manageable

  4. DOption (d)

    Harmful

  5. EOption (e)

    Exhausting

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Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Manageable

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is: Manageable.

Key Points

  • The word "sustainable" means able to be maintained at a certain rate or level, or capable of being continued for a long time without causing damage or exhaustion. (सक्षम या टिकाऊ)
  • Example: The company is looking for a sustainable business model that ensures long-term growth without burning out its staff.
  • "Manageable" refers to something that is able to be controlled, dealt with, or maintained without difficulty; in the context of the passage, a sustainable workplace is one where the workload and expectations are manageable for the employees. (प्रबंधनीय)
  • Example: By breaking the project into smaller tasks, the overall workload became much more manageable for the team.
  • Hence, we can infer that the word similar in meaning to 'sustainable' in this context is 'manageable'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Manageable.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

  • Temporary (अस्थायी): Lasting for only a limited period of time; not permanent.
  • Example: The office move is only temporary while the main building is being renovated.
  • Unstable (अस्थिर): Prone to change, fail, or give way; not stable.
  • Example: The political situation in the region remains unstable and unpredictable.
  • Harmful (हानिकारक): Causing or likely to cause harm or damage.
  • Example: Lack of sleep can have harmful effects on both physical and mental health.
  • Exhausting (थका देने वाला): Making one feel very tired; very draining.
  • Example: Working twelve hours a day without a break is absolutely exhausting.