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Question 61

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

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

Rayan was once a name that echoed in every music hall and award stage. His debut concert was a (A)________ success— tickets sold out within minutes, and fans cheered until the early hours of the morning. Music critics described his voice as both raw and celestial, a rare combination that made him an instant (B)________ in the industry. In the beginning, Rayan remained grounded. He credited his team, his parents, and his inspiration—old-school jazz legends. But as the fame grew, so did his (C). The humility that once defined him began to erode. He started arriving late for rehearsals, dismissing his bandmates’ inputs, and even canceled small-town concerts that had once meant everything to him. Slowly, the charm began to wear off. His performances lost their magic, his voice felt strained, and his new songs lacked the emotional (D) that once captivated audiences. Social media, once filled with praises and fan art, now bristled with harsh reviews and sarcasm. Despite several PR efforts to (E)________ his image, the audience had moved on. New faces had emerged—fresh voices that resonated with the evolving mood of the times. Rayan’s latest concert barely filled half the arena; the empty seats echoed louder than the applause. Sitting backstage, staring at old photos, Rayan realized how far he had drifted from the soul of his music. A journey that began with passion had been (F)________ by pride.

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

  1. AOption (a)

    detachment

  2. BOption (b)

    resonance

  3. COption (c)

    monotony

  4. DOption (d)

    volume

  5. EOption (e)

    distortion

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Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

resonance

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Question 62

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

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

Rayan was once a name that echoed in every music hall and award stage. His debut concert was a (A)________ success— tickets sold out within minutes, and fans cheered until the early hours of the morning. Music critics described his voice as both raw and celestial, a rare combination that made him an instant (B)________ in the industry. In the beginning, Rayan remained grounded. He credited his team, his parents, and his inspiration—old-school jazz legends. But as the fame grew, so did his (C). The humility that once defined him began to erode. He started arriving late for rehearsals, dismissing his bandmates’ inputs, and even canceled small-town concerts that had once meant everything to him. Slowly, the charm began to wear off. His performances lost their magic, his voice felt strained, and his new songs lacked the emotional (D) that once captivated audiences. Social media, once filled with praises and fan art, now bristled with harsh reviews and sarcasm. Despite several PR efforts to (E)________ his image, the audience had moved on. New faces had emerged—fresh voices that resonated with the evolving mood of the times. Rayan’s latest concert barely filled half the arena; the empty seats echoed louder than the applause. Sitting backstage, staring at old photos, Rayan realized how far he had drifted from the soul of his music. A journey that began with passion had been (F)________ by pride.

Q22. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank (E)?

  1. AOption (a)

    look down

  2. BOption (b)

    tear up

  3. COption (c)

    brush off

  4. DOption (d)

    patch up

  5. EOption (e)

    give away

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Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

patch up

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Question 63

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

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

Rayan was once a name that echoed in every music hall and award stage. His debut concert was a (A)________ success— tickets sold out within minutes, and fans cheered until the early hours of the morning. Music critics described his voice as both raw and celestial, a rare combination that made him an instant (B)________ in the industry. In the beginning, Rayan remained grounded. He credited his team, his parents, and his inspiration—old-school jazz legends. But as the fame grew, so did his (C). The humility that once defined him began to erode. He started arriving late for rehearsals, dismissing his bandmates’ inputs, and even canceled small-town concerts that had once meant everything to him. Slowly, the charm began to wear off. His performances lost their magic, his voice felt strained, and his new songs lacked the emotional (D) that once captivated audiences. Social media, once filled with praises and fan art, now bristled with harsh reviews and sarcasm. Despite several PR efforts to (E)________ his image, the audience had moved on. New faces had emerged—fresh voices that resonated with the evolving mood of the times. Rayan’s latest concert barely filled half the arena; the empty seats echoed louder than the applause. Sitting backstage, staring at old photos, Rayan realized how far he had drifted from the soul of his music. A journey that began with passion had been (F)________ by pride.

Q23. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank (F)?

  1. AOption (a)

    nurtured

  2. BOption (b)

    dismantled

  3. COption (c)

    elevated

  4. DOption (d)

    inspired

  5. EOption (e)

    adored

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Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

dismantled

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Question 64

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions (24-27): The sentence is divided into four segments: (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If the sentence is both grammatically and contextually correct, select “No error” as the correct answer.

Q24. He had scarcely (A)/ stepped out of the (B)/ house than it began (C)/ to rain heavily. (D)

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    No error

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Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

C

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Question 65

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions (24-27): The sentence is divided into four segments: (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If the sentence is both grammatically and contextually correct, select “No error” as the correct answer.

Q25. By the time we will finish (A)/ our breakfast and (B)/ leave the house, the (C)/ movie will have already started. (D)

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    No error

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

A

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Question 66

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions (24-27): The sentence is divided into four segments: (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If the sentence is both grammatically and contextually correct, select “No error” as the correct answer.

Q26. Years of misuse and lack (A)/ of repairs had slowly took (B)/ a toll on the ancient bridge, (C)/ leading to visible cracks and instability. (D)

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    No error

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Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

B

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Question 67

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions (24-27): The sentence is divided into four segments: (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If the sentence is both grammatically and contextually correct, select “No error” as the correct answer.

Q27. Nobody saw (A)/ him since the balcony (B)/ collapsed during (C)/ the heavy storm. (D)

  1. AOption (a)

    A

  2. BOption (b)

    B

  3. COption (c)

    C

  4. DOption (d)

    D

  5. EOption (e)

    No error

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

A

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Question 68

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions (28-32): In the question below, few words are given in bold which may not be placed in the correctly. Choose the correct interchange needed between these words to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

Q28. Developing emotional intelligence helps in (A) building stronger conflicts (B) and managing relationships (C) effectively in professional (D) and personal life.

  1. AOption (a)

    A-B

  2. BOption (b)

    C-B and A-D

  3. COption (c)

    C-D

  4. DOption (d)

    B-C

  5. EOption (e)

    No interchange required

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Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

B-C

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Question 69

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions (28-32): In the question below, few words are given in bold which may not be placed in the correctly. Choose the correct interchange needed between these words to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

Q29. Effective communication (A) and a clear achieving (B) promote teamwork toward understanding (C) shared goals and ensure progress (D).

  1. AOption (a)

    A-B

  2. BOption (b)

    C-B and A-D

  3. COption (c)

    C-D

  4. DOption (d)

    B-C

  5. EOption (e)

    No interchange required

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Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

B-C

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Question 70

SBI Probationary Officer (PO) 2025• English Language• English Language

Directions (28-32): In the question below, few words are given in bold which may not be placed in the correctly. Choose the correct interchange needed between these words to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.

Q30. Consistent effort (A) and disciplined practice are vital (B) for mastering complex skills (C) and achieving long-term professional success (D).

  1. AOption (a)

    A-B

  2. BOption (b)

    C-B and A-D

  3. COption (c)

    C-D

  4. DOption (d)

    B-C

  5. EOption (e)

    No interchange required

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Correct answer

Answer: (e)E.

No interchange required

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