SSC CGL Tier 2 English Previous Year Paper (Held On: 30 November 2016)

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. C.

• We use an 'apostrophe s' after a living thing to show possession.
• Here, the concentration camps were possessed by Hitler. So, we will use 'Hitler's' in part C.

Correct sentence- Millions of Jews lost their kith and kin in Hitler's concentration camps.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. A.

• Compound nouns are words that are joined together to form a single noun. Eg- daughter-in-law, son-in-law etc.
• For the plural form of compound nouns, we add 's' to the main noun.
• So, it should be 'mothers-in-law' in part A.

Correct sentence- Mothers-in-law are a nuisance.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. A.

• We use 'is' with singular nouns and 'are' with plural nouns.
• 'People' is the plural form of the noun 'person'.
• So, we will use 'are' instead of 'is' in part A.

Correct sentence- Today people are ignorant of the things that are happening around them.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. A.

• The use of 'so' in part A is unnecessary.
• 'Think' should not be followed by an adverb 'so'. It('think so') is a conversational phrase and is used while replying to someone when you think they are right.

Correct sentence- I think you have taken the right decision.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. A.

In the sentence given above 'at' should be replaced with 'in' to make the sentence grammatically correct as the jungle has some boundary, Albert is inside that boundary. So 'in the jungle' would be more appropriate.

• In part B, 'put up' means 'stay temporarily'.
• Part C is also grammatically correct.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. A.

• In the given sentence, the memory that is being recalled is of someone telling the story.
• Instead of 'you', 'your' must be used so that 'your' becomes the modifier and tells who told the story. We always use possessive adjective before a gerund(V1+ing)

Correct sentence- I recall your telling me the story of the seven witches but I cannot remember where or when.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. C.

• The past perfect tense is used when we mention an action that was completed in the past before something else.
• Here, the speaker thinks that the action of the hostess seeing him before had maybe happened in the past before she smiled at him.
• So, we will use the past perfect tense i.e. had seen in part C.

Correct sentence- I was surprised when the hostess smiled as if she had seen me before.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. B.

• The helping verb is used in accordance with the form of nouns.
• Singular nouns use 'was' and plural nouns use 'were'.
• The indefinite pronouns like each, neither, etc. require singular verbs.

Correct sentence- Each one of his sisters was hardworking.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. B.

• The given sentence is in the present tense and the subject 'his' is in the singular form.
• In this case, we use the third person present tense singular form of the main verb i.e stems.

Correct sentence- His need for affection stems from his father's long absence.

The correct answer is 'No error.'

Key Points

Let us look at each part carefully-

• In part A, 'due to' is used to give a cause of something.
• Part B is also grammatically correct. As it is a main clause of the sentence.

So the correct sentence is:

Due to his negligence, he failed in the examination.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. A.

• 'Smarter' is the comparative form of the adjective and is used while comparing two people.
• Eg- She is smarter than her sister.
• In the given sentence, there is no comparison being made so we will use the base form of the adjective i.e. smart.

Correct sentence- Ramesh is smart enough to get selected for this post, without any recommendations.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. B.

• The use of the preposition 'since' in part B is incorrect.
• 'Since' means in the intervening period between (the time mentioned) and the time under consideration, typically the present.
• ​Eg*- I have this disease since I was a child.*
• ​'From' is used to indicate the starting point and the end time.
• ​Eg- I will take rest from 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm.
• ​In the given sentence, 1970 was the year when she started living in Mumbai. So, we will use 'from'.

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Correct sentence- Madhu lived in Mumbai from 1970 to 1985,  but is now living in Chennai.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. C.

• We need to follow the subject-verb agreement in a sentence i.e. a singular noun requires a singular verb and a plural noun requires a plural verb.
• In the given sentence, 'high doses' is plural so it requires a plural form of the verb.
• We will use 'cause' instead of 'causes' in part C.

Correct sentence- It has been shown that very high doses of vitamin C actually cause cancer cells to grow.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. D.

Let us look at each part carefully-

• In part A, 'from' has been used to indicate the source.
• Part B is also grammatically correct.
• In part C, the preposition 'of' has been used to indicate the subject being talked about i.e. several cancers.

Clearly, the sentence has no errors.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. D.

Key Points

Let us look at each part carefully-

• Part A indicates the subject.
• In part B, 'is' has been used as the subject is singular.
• In part C, 'for' is used to show the purpose.

Clearly, the sentence has no errors.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. C.

• Question tags are phrases that come at the end of a question. A question tag should use the helping verb in the same tense as used in the main question.
• If the main question is positive, then the question tag is negative and if the question is negative then the question tag is positive.
• In the given sentence, the sentence is positive so the question tag will be negative.
• The sentence uses the helping verb 'have' so the question tag should use the same i.e. haven't.
• The correct question tag will be- haven't you? (you is the subject of the sentence)

Correct sentence- You have been working very hard for the past two years, haven't you?

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. C.

• 'Their' is a possessive pronoun and is used to denote something that belonged to a group of persons.
• Eg- This is their car.
• In the given sentence, the use of 'their' is incorrect.
• We need to use a pronoun that refers to both grandpa and grandma.
• The most appropriate pronoun is 'them'.

Correct sentence- I visited my grandpa and grandma's house and found them missing.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. A.

• Adopt means choose to take up, follow, or use.
• The use of 'adopt' is inappropriate in the sentence.
• Adapt means to become adjusted to new conditions.
• We need to replace 'adopt' with 'adapt' to make the sentence correct.

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Correct sentence- You should learn to adapt yourself to changing circumstances.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. C.

• Solemn is an adjective which means not happy.
• We need to convert this adjective into a noun.
• The correct form of the noun is 'solemnity' and it means the quality of being solemn.

Correct sentence- He was smiling, but his eyes retained a look of solemnity.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. C.

• The use of apostrophe s after clock is incorrect.
• Apostrophe s is used after the word to show possessiveness.
• Eg- This is Tom's car. (the car belongs to Tom)

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Correct sentence- I shall go by the 3 o'clock train.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. imminent.

Meanings of the given words are-

• Emanate means issue or spread out from (a source).
• Emanant means flowing.
• Eminent means famous and respected within a particular sphere.
• Imminent means about to happen.
• Clearly, 'imminent' is correct as the third world war is about to happen due to conflicts.

Correct sentence- With the amount of conflicts in the world, a Third World War is imminent.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. all right.

Usage of the given words is-

• Alright simply means- it is just satisfactory or acceptable and is used informally.
• All correct is usually not used to describe one's feelings.
• All good means more than fine.
• All right is used to describe that something is not wrong and is adequately right. It has been used traditionally and is a more correct form.
• So, the most appropriate answer is 'all right'.

Correct sentence- The traditional way of saying that you feel fine is to say that you are all right.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. alerted.

Meanings of the given words are-

• Alerted means made aware (someone) of danger or problem.
• Warned means informed someone in advance of a possible danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation.
• Awakened means rouse from sleep; cause to stop sleeping.
• Wanted means had a desire to possess or do (something); wish for.
• Clearly, 'alerted' is the most appropriate word.

Correct sentence- The army has been alerted to be ready to control the floods.

The correct answer is option 4 i,e, cordial.

• Excellent means extremely good; outstanding.
• Smooth means without problems or difficulties.
• Informed means having or showing knowledge of a subject or situation.
• Cordial means warm and friendly.
• Clearly, the most appropriate word to describe a relation is 'cordial'.

Correct sentence- The relation between the Indian P.M. and the U.S. President is perfectly cordial.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. have I.

• The given sentence is an exclamation inversion i.e. the exclamation does not begin with the subject.
• Here, the subject is 'I'.
• When the sentence is an exclamation inversion, the subject comes after the helping verb.
• So, we reject options 2 and 3 as it begins with 'I' which is the subject.
• Clearly, the given sentence is in the present perfect tense.

Correct sentence- Never have I met any girl so beautiful.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. inexpressible.

Ineffable means too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Unintelligible means are impossible to understand.
• Illegible means not clear enough to be read.
• Inexplicable means unable to be explained or accounted for.
• Inexpressible means too strong to be described or conveyed in words.
• Eg- *Her mood is *inexpressible.​​

Clearly, 'inexpressable' is correct.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. spying.

Espionage means the practice of spying or of using spies, typically by governments to obtain political and military information.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Espionage means the practice of spying or of using spies, typically by governments to obtain political and military information.
• Hypnotism means the study or practice of hypnosis.
• Spying means work for a government or other organization by secretly obtaining information about enemies or competitors.
• Eg*- Enemies were spying on us.*
• Perception means the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses.
• Detente means the easing of hostility or strained relations, especially between countries.

Clearly, 'spying' is the correct word.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. indifference.

Apathy means a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Negligence means failure to take proper care over something.
• Indifference means a lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.
• Eg- He indifference towards studies makes me worried.
• Sympathy means feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune.
• Silence means a complete absence of sound.

Clearly, 'indifference' is the correct word.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. practical.

Theoretical means concerned with or involving the theory of a subject or area of study rather than its practical application.

Meanings of the given words are-

• Punctual means happening or doing something at the agreed or proper time.
• Uncritical means not expressing criticism or using one's critical faculties.
• Emotional means relating to a person's emotions.
• Practical means of or concerned with the actual doing or use of something rather than with theory and ideas.
• Eg- There are many practical applications of this theorem.

Clearly, 'practical' is opposite to the given word.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. increase.

Key Points

• Mitigate means make (something bad) less severe, serious, or painful. (कम गंभीर, दर्दनाक बनाओ) 
• For example: There are several ways to mitigate a blowout without losing control or playing soft.
• Increase: to become or to make something larger in number or amount. (संख्या या राशि में कुछ बड़ा होना या बनना।)
• For example: This confrontation could increase the probability of him becoming angry and murdering or assaulting her.
• As we can see, the antonym of 'mitigate' is 'increase'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: increase.

Additional Information

• The meanings of the rest of the options are given below:
• Float: to move slowly through air or water. (हवा या पानी के माध्यम से धीरे-धीरे आगे बढ़ना।)
• Reduce: to make something less or smaller in quantity, price, size, etc. (मात्रा, मूल्य, आकार आदि में कुछ कम या छोटा करना।)
• Divide: to separate into different parts. (अलग-अलग हिस्सों में बांटना।)

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. graceless.

Elegance means the quality of being graceful and stylish in appearance or manner.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Vehemence means great forcefulness or intensity of feeling or expression.
• Fragrance means a pleasant, sweet smell.
• Graceless means lacking grace, elegance, or charm.
• Eg- He seemed graceless.
• Ostentatious means characterized by pretentious or showy display; designed to impress.

Clearly, 'graceless' is the opposite of the given word.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. orthopaedic.

Orthopaedic means the branch of medicine dealing with the correction of deformities of bones or muscles.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. miscellaneous.

Miscellaneous means of various types or from different sources.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. vacuum.

Vacuum means a space entirely devoid of matter.

The correct answer is option 2.

Take the bull by the horns means deal decisively with a difficult or dangerous situation.

• Eg- During the crisis, she decided to take the bull by the horns and spend effectively.

The correct answer is option 2.

A gentleman at large means a man without a job.

• Eg- He sold his business and is now a gentleman at large.

The correct answer is option 1.

Lose face means become embarrassed.

• Eg-  He lost face in the debate.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. dream.

Build castles in the air means to create dreams, hopes, or plans that are impossible, unrealistic, or have very little chance of succeeding.

• Eg- If you want to succeed, start making efforts rather than building castles in the air.

The correct answer is option 4.

Fall back on means resort to something.

• Eg- She normally falls back on her teaching experience.

The correct answer is option 4.

Go to rack and ruin means to get into a bad condition.

• Eg- The country's going to rack and ruin.

The correct answer is option 2.

Bite the dust means to suffer a defeat.

• Eg-  I hope they don't bite the dust in the competition.

The correct answer is option 1.

Have a chip on one's shoulder means to nurse a grudge.

• Eg- She had a chip on her shoulder since she didn't get a promotion.

The correct answer is Option 2) i.e. Unpleasant aspect

Key Points

• The seamy side: the unpleasant or undesirable aspects of something(अप्रिय पहलू)
• Example: He was only interested in the seamy side of life.
• Unpleasant aspect: an aspect or feature that is not pleasant or agreeable(अप्रिय पहलू)
• Example: The unpleasant aspect of the job was the long hours.

Therefore, the correct answer is - Option 2) Unpleasant aspect

Additional Information

• On the right side: used to describe someone who is in a favorable position(दाहिनी ओर)
• Visible aspects: used to describe the aspects of something that can be seen(दृश्य पहलू)
• On the left side of something: used to describe someone who is in an unfavorable position(किसी चीज के बाईं ओर)

The correct answer is option 2.

Too many chiefs and not enough Indians means an inefficient situation.

• Eg- The party was not arranged properly because there were too many chiefs and not enough Indians.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. QPSR.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 talks about animals like fishes. It is followed by Q as it starts with 'they' which refers to the fishes mentioned in sentence 1.
• P follows Q as it points out what the mothers do.
• Next should be S as it starts with 'she' which refers to the mothers.
• Sentence 6 talks about a fact. So, it must be preceded by R.

Sentences after rearrangement-

Some animals like fishes lay eggs and leave them. They lay thousands of eggs at a time but do not look after them. The mother does not care for the eggs at all. She simply leaves the eggs and never comes back to them. Most of the eggs die and only a few of them develop into fishes. Is this not something terrible? Yet, it is a fact.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. QSPR.

Key Points

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 asks that why should something be told repeatedly. Q follows sentence 1 as it is logically asking a question related to sentence 1.
• Next is S as it refers to other students who need not be told.
• P follows S as it starts with 'they' which refers to 'other students' mentioned in S.
• After that is R as sentence 6 uses 'this' which refers to the action mentioned in R.

Sentences after rearrangement-

Why should I tell you again and again? Don't you know your duties? Other students need not be told. They know what they have to do. Only you require to be told. I will not tolerate this anymore.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. RPSQ.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 gives the introduction of the subject and describes the situation. It is followed by R as all other sentences are replies of a particular question.
• Next is P as it gives the reply to the question asked in R.
• S follows P as he continued after the reply.
• The most suitable answer to the question in S is Q.

Sentences after rearrangement-

One evening he lit a large lamp in the bedroom and sat near his wife. 'Shall I read you something?', he asked. 'Why not?', was the answer. 'What shall I read?', he continued.  'Whatever you like.' He was somewhat taken aback by her answer.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. QPSR.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 describes marine biology. Q should follow it as it gives an introduction to marine life.
• Next is P as it further gives details of marine life.
• S follows P as P talks about 'the nature of the planet' and S defines how the marine life determines it.
• Last is R which is then followed by sentence 6.

Sentences after rearrangement-

Marine biology is the study of organisms in the ocean. Marine life is a vast resource. At a fundamental level, marine life helps determine the very nature of our planet. Marine organisms contribute significantly to the oxygen cycle. Shorelines are also shaped and protected by marine life. Marine biology covers a great deal, from the microscopic to the huge whales.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. QSPR.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Q follows sentence 1 as it describes what the man thought at first after hearing the engine mentioned in sentence 1.
• Next is S what he expected after he thought about it.
• P follows S as it starts with 'instead' and is contrary to S.
• Since P mentions 'above' so it must be followed by R as R mentions that he looked up.

Sentences after rearrangement-

Suddenly the man heard the low hum of an engine. At first he thought that it must be a car travelling along the road he had recently left. He expected the noise to fade away in the distance. Instead, it grew louder and louder and seemed to be coming from above. He looked up quickly and saw an aeroplane cutting a crazy, zigzag path across the sky. It disappeared for an instant behind some clouds, then emerged and plunged into the field.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. RQSP.

Key Points

• While arranging the parts of the sentence given in the options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let's find out-
• Sentence 6 describes a gate so it must be preceded by P. So, the last sentence is P.
• Sentence 1 tells which bus the speaker boarded. It is followed by R as what the speaker didn't know at first.
• Q follows R as it describes the path of the bus.
• Next is S as it describes how people were covered in dust and wheels would sink in the soil which was because of the statement mentioned in Q.
• Sentences after rearrangement-
• I got on a colourful bus filled with all kinds of strange people. At first, I wasn't aware that the bus roof was loaded with drugs. The bus rode across the dirty expanses without roads. Everyone was filled with dust and often the wheels would sink into the soft soil. We arrived at a gate like the one in Salvador Dali's paintings. It was a gate neither separated nor connected anything from or to anything.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. PRSQ.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 describes food prices going up. P should follow sentence 1 as it tells what rising prices have done.
• R follows P as it further gives a description of the extent of inflation.
• Next is S as It explains what the government has admitted.
• Last is Q as it uses 'it' which refers to the 'government'.

Sentences after rearrangement-

Prices of food products are going up. Seven straight weeks of rising prices have burnt holes in common man's pockets. Wholesale price-based inflation has already touched over a three-year high. Wholesale price-based inflation has already touched over a three-year high. But it ruled out any "blind control" to rein in the increasing rates. This may hurt economic growth and reforms.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. QSPR.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 describes what the biggest villain was. Next is Q as the speaker gives the reason of the statement mentioned in sentence 1.
• S follows Q as it tells the beginning of the incident.
• Next is P as it tells where the flames were spread.
• Last is R as it tells that gradually the fire spread to the end of the town.

Sentences after rearrangement-

The biggest villain in Deadwood has always been one thing: Fire.  In our own times, a great fire threatened the town yet again. It all began when some waste-paper caught fire at the foot of the valley. In less than an hour the flames were leaping through the tree-tops.  The wind roared through the forest carrying the flames almost to the edge of town. Fire-brigades arrived from all parts of the country to save Deadwood.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. QSPR.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 gives the introduction of the subject. Q follows sentence 1 as it tells what earlier humans used to do.
• Next is S as it is in continuation with Q and uses 'they' which refers to the 'earlier humans'.
• P follows S as it starts with 'this' which refers to the exercise mentioned in S.
• Last is R as it shifts the focus to the present.

Sentences after rearrangement-

Health and fitness have now become one of the major concerns. Earlier humans used to hunt for their living. Due to which their body had to undergo a lot of physical exercise. This made life active and alert. Now, life has become more simple and easy. Everything we need is just a phone call away.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. SRQP.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 describes where Peter went to live. S follows sentence 1 as it uses 'there' which refers to the village mentioned in sentence 1.
• R follows S as it tells what happens one day.
• Next is Q as it starts with 'so' which means it gives the conclusion i.e. what happened after his neighbour told him to buy a donkey.
• Last is P as it starts with 'but' and gives a contradictory statement to Q.

Sentences after rearrangement-

My friend Peter went to live in a village. Every family there had a donkey to carry things for them. One day his neighbour told him that he must buy a donkey. So Peter bought a donkey for five hundred rupees. But it was a very slow animal. It did not like to work.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. QSPR.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 tells that the master returned home. It is followed by Q as it tells where the master went after returning home.
• Next is S as it tells what he noticed in the room.
• P follows S as it further describes the snake.
• Last is R as it starts with 'it' and tells why the snake was dead.

Sentences after rearrangement-

The master returned home after sometime. He went into the room where the baby was sleeping. He noticed a snake. The snake was lying dead under the cradle.  It had been killed by his dog. He realised that his dog had saved his baby.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. SQPR.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 tells that first oysters are collected. S follows sentence 1 as it tells where they are placed after that.
• Next is Q as it tells the durtion for which they are placed 'there'. 'There' refers to the trays.
• P follows Q as it describes the next step i.e. they are taken out.
• Last is R as it logically follows P.

Sentences after rearrangement-

In summer tiny oysters are collected. They are placed in trays and planted in the sea. There they are kept for three years. Then each oyster is taken out and a small hole is drilled in its shell. A tiny piece of sand is put inside the oyster. Then the oysters are again left in the sea.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. SPRQ.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 describes the subject being talked about i.e time. S follows sentence 1 as it gives the consequence of sentence 1.
• P follows S as it describes what 'change' is.
• Next is R as it starts with 'this' and refers to the fact mentioned in P.
• Last is Q as it further gives examples of change and is logically followed by sentence 6.

Sentences after rearrangement-

Time flows on without any stop. That is why, things are always changing. In fact change is the law of nature. This is true not only of physical life. The condition in which a man lives; his ideas and thoughts are changing from age to age. Thus, our mode of living and ideas are different from those of our grandfathers.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. QPSR.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 gives the introduction of the subject. Next is Q as it starts with 'but' and is in contradiction with sentence 1.
• P follows Q as it describes a situation.
• Next is S as it tells what happens when everything goes well as mentioned in P.
• Last is R as sentence 6 starts with 'this' and logically refers to the statement mentioned in R.

Sentences after rearrangement-

Adversity is a curse. But, it has its uses also. When everything goes on well, we are tempted to take matters easy. We fall into a life of comfort and idleness. But adversity prompts us to exert ourselves. This develops our latent powers, enabling us to prosper in life.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. QRPS.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 introduces the subject i.e. giving advice. Next is Q as it further explains and gives the reason of the statement mentioned in Q.
• Next is R as it tells further about 'life'.
• P follows R as it starts with 'moreover' which means it is in continuation with statement R.
• Last is S as it uses 'he' which refers to 'oneself' as mentioned in P.

Sentences after rearrangement-

Giving advice is a difficult task. It is a wonder how such people like politicians, reformers and people such like are so confident as to invent measures to live their life. Life is but one and mistakes are often irreparable. Moreover one doesn't know oneself, amid ambiguity, how can one know others. Unless he knows another person, how can he advise? I find it very difficult to give advice.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. QSPR.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 introduces the subject. Q follows sentence 1 as it tells what happened when he returned home.
• Next is S as he narrates one of the adventures.
• P follows S as it mentions the question asked by a friend of the traveller when he told the incident.
• Last is R as it gives the reply to the question asked by his friend.

Sentences after rearrangment-

A traveller had spent many a year in Africa. On his return home, he narrated his adventures to his friends. "When I was in El Doab", he said, "I made fifty Arabs run!" "How did you manage it?" asked one of his friends, greatly impressed. "Oh, it was nothing", replied the traveller. "I ran, and they ran after me!"

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. QPRS.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 mentions he subject i.e religion. Q follows sentence 1 as it uses 'it' which refers to 'religion' mentioned in sentence 1.
• Next is P as it tells what the younger generation should do.
• R follows P as it further what they will learn after reading books.
• Last is S as it logically follows R and should precede sentence 6.

Sentences after rearrangement-

Religion can bring revolution in the country. But it should be practised from within.  Younger generation should read religious books. They will learn values of life from those books. Their actions must be properly motivated. Then they can be better human beings in Indian society.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. RPQS.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• R follows sentence 1 as tells what they did to have fun.
• Next is P as further describes what they agreed upon.
• Q follows P as it tells how they shared responsibilities.
• S is in continuation with Q and sentence 6 gives the conclusion.

Sentences after rearrangement-

We wanted to relax and have fun. We decided to go on a picnic at Lodhi Gardens. All of us agreed to share responsibilities. Two of us took our cars. Each one of us brought one dish, some fruits and sweets. We enjoyed ourselves a lot and felt a welcome change in our monotonous life.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. QSPR.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 describes the subject i.e. the hobby of the speaker. Q follows sentence 1 as it starts with 'it' which refers to the 'hobby' and tells how it helps him.
• Next is S as it further elaborates on the statement mentioned in Q.
• P follows S as S talks about  'delivering talks' and P mentions how the 'talks' have made him a 'sought after speaker'.
• Last is R as it further describes his 'talks' and explains how 'hobby is a boon' as mentioned in sentence 6.

Sentences after rearrangement-

My hobby is to collect thought provoking articles from newspapers, magazines and Journals.  It keeps me updated and helps me in my profession. Whenever I have to deliver a talk on topics such as education, personality development, stress management, I have a lot to say. It has made me a much sought after speaker. My successful talks give me self-satisfaction and fame. There is no doubt that a hobby is a boon if it combines pleasure and usefulness.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. RPSQ.

While arranging the parts of the sentence given in options, we have to find some grammatical or contextual connections between them, so let’s find out-

• Sentence 1 mentions a 'saying'. Next is R as it refers to the 'saying' mentioned in sentence 1.
• P follows R as now the speaker describes an incident and proves the statement mentioned in R.
• Next is S as it starts with 'but' and mentions what the speaker realized afterward.
• Last is Q as it describes a fact that the speaker learned and sentence 6 gives a conclusion.

Sentences after rearrangement-

First Deserve and then Desire. This saying proved to be a mantra for success in my life. Earlier I was very ambitious and wanted to fulfil my desires by hook or by crook. But I realised that success through short cuts is short-lived. One can be exposed any time and put to shame. I followed this saying and today I am a successful businessman.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. rectilineal.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Quadrilinear means having or bounded by, four lines.
• Octalineal means bounded by eight lines.
• Rectilineal means when something moves in a straight line.

Clearly, 'rectilineal' is correct.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. gregarious.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Grassivorous means feeding on grass.
• Gregorion means of or relating to any of the popes.
• Gregarious means tending to associate with others of one's kind.
• Graminivorous means feeding on grass.

Clearly, 'gregarious' is correct.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. amnesty.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Sanctify means set apart as or declare holy; consecrate.
• Amnesty means general pardon for offenses against the state.
• Gratuity means a tip given to a waiter, taxi driver, etc.
• Red-tapism means the practice of requiring excessive paperwork and tedious procedures before official action can be considered or completed.

Clearly, 'amnesty' is correct.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. fanatic.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Moderate means a person who holds moderate views, especially in politics. (एक व्यक्ति जो उदारवादी विचार रखता है, विशेषकर राजनीति में)
• Conservative means averse to change or innovation and holding traditional values. (परिवर्तन या नवीनता और पारंपरिक मूल्यों को धारण करने के विपरीत)
• Fanatic means a person motivated by irrational enthusiasm. (तर्कहीन उत्साह से प्रेरित व्यक्ति)
• Fan means a person who is very much interested in and spends a lot of time watching or reading about esp. an entertainer or sports team. (प्रशंसक)

Clearly, 'fanatic' is the correct word.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. panorama.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Window view means a view visible from the window.
• Panorama means a wide, uninterrupted view.
• Macroscopic means visible to the naked eye; not microscopic.
• Eagle-view means noticing everything.

Clearly, 'panorama' is the correct word.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. manometer.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Barometer means an instrument measuring atmospheric pressure, used especially in forecasting the weather and determining altitude.
• Anemometer means an instrument for measuring the speed of the wind, or of any current of gas.
• Micrometer means a gauge that measures small distances or thicknesses between its two faces, one of which can be moved away from or towards the other by turning a screw with a fine thread.
• Manometer means an instrument for measuring pressure of gases.

Clearly, 'manometer' is the correct word.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. ineffable.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Indelible means not able to be forgotten
• Ineffable means that cannot be expressed in words.
• Ingrate means an ungrateful person.
• Inexorable means are impossible to stop or prevent.

Clearly, 'ineffable' is the correct word.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. potpourri.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Potpourri means a mixture of dried, naturally fragrant plant material, used to provide a gentle natural scent inside buildings, especially in residential settings.
• Perfume means a fragrant liquid typically made from essential oils extracted from flowers and spices, used to give a pleasant smell to one's body.
• Scent means a distinctive smell, especially one that is pleasant.
• Aroma means a distinctive, typically pleasant smell.

Clearly, 'potpourri' is the correct word.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. juxtapose.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Sit for a portrait means to serve as the subject of a portrait being done by a painter or photographer.
• Render precisely means to determine or characterize.
• Juxtapose means placing different things in order to create an interesting effect.
• Framing means to place (a picture or photograph) in a frame.

Clearly, 'juxtapose' is the correct word.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. ethnology.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Eremology means a science concerned with the desert and its phenomena.
• Etymology means the study of the origin of words and the way in which their meanings have changed throughout history.
• Ethology means the science of animal behavior.
• Ethnology means the study of cultures.

Clearly, 'ethnology' is the correct word.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. polyglot.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Conversant means familiar with or knowledgeable about something.
• Polyglot means a person speaking many languages.
• Talkative means fond of or given to talking.
• Orator means a public speaker, especially one who is eloquent or skilled.

Clearly, 'polyglot' is the correct word.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. harangue.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Hullabaloo means a commotion; a fuss.
• Cacophony means a harsh discordant mixture of sounds.
• Pandemonium means wild and noisy disorder or confusion; uproar.
• Harangue means a lengthy and aggressive speech addressed to a large assembly.

Clearly, 'harangue' is the correct word.

The correct answer is option 3.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• Find the subject and object of the sentence and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• Use preposition by before agent. (him)
• Use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (present perfect - have been)
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (solved)
• At last line up the remaining part

Following these steps, we finally get - The problem could have been solved by him.

The correct answer is option 4.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an imperative sentence-​

• The object 'you' is generally missing in these sentences. If it is a command, it should begin with 'let'.
• Then, it should be followed by the object (poor).
• Use appropriate helping verb as per tense. (present tense- be/not be).
• Always use the third form of the main verb. (insulted)

Eventually, we get the final sentence - Let the poor not be insulted

The correct answer is option 3.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an imperative sentence-​

• The object 'you' is generally missing in these sentences. If it is a command, it should begin with 'let'.
• Then, it should be followed by the object (me).
• Use appropriate helping verb as per tense. (present tense- be/not be).
• Always use the third form of the main verb. (disturbed)

Eventually, we get the final sentence - Let me not be disturbed.

The correct answer is option 2.

When the interrogative sentence starts with the verb 'whom'-

• Passive voice starts with a helping verb 'by' and is followed by 'whom'.
• Now interchange the places and the forms of subject and object.
• Use appropriate helping verb as per tense. (future tense- 'will be')
• Always use the third form of the main verb.(helped)

Eventually, we get the final sentence - By whom will I be helped?

The correct answer is option 2.

When the interrogative sentence starts with the verb 'whom'-

• Passive voice starts with a helping verb 'by' and is followed by 'whom'.
• Now interchange the places and the forms of subject and object.
• Use appropriate helping verb as per tense. (present perfect- has/have been)
• Always use the third form of the main verb. (destroyed)

Eventually, we get the final sentence - By whom has Nagasaki been destroyed?

The correct answer is option 4.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• Find the subject and object of the sentence and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• Use preposition by before agent. (Arun)
• Use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (present perfect - has/have been)
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (written)
• At last line up the remaining part

Following these steps, we finally get - A newspaper report on the inaugration of Delhi Metro Railways has been written by Arun.

The correct answer is option 2.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• Find the subject and object of the sentence and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• Use preposition by before agent. (students)
• Use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (present perfect - has/have been)
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (dedicated)
• At last line up the remaining part

Following these steps, we finally get - An issue of magazine has been dedicated to him by the students.

The correct answer is option 2.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• Find the subject and object of the sentence and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• Use preposition by before agent. (old owl)
• 'To' is used before the adjective to describe how the problem will be listened.
• Use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (future tense- will be)
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (listened)
• At last line up the remaining part

Following these steps, we finally get - The squirrel's problems will be listened to patiently by the old owl.

The correct answer is option 1.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence that has two parts joined with a conjunction 'as'-

• Find the subject and object of the first part of the sentence and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• Use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (past tense- was)
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (elected)
• At last line up the remaining part of the sentence.

Following these steps, we finally get - He was elected the chairman of PTA by parents as he was the only talented contestant.

The correct answer is option 3.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• Find the subject and object of the sentence and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• Use preposition by before agent. (the movie)
• Use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (future tense-will be)
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (created)
• At last line up the remaining part.

Following these steps, we finally get - Tension will be created in the Indian society by the movie.

The correct answer is option 3.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• Find the subject and object of the sentence and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• 'Due to' has been used before the object to explain the reason.
• Use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (past tense-was)
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (created)
• At last line up the remaining part.

Following these steps, we finally get - Confusion was created among passengers due to the late arrival of the Gomati Express.

The correct answer is option 1.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• Find the subject and object of the sentence and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• Use preposition by before agent. (the scorpion)
• Use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (past tense-was)
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (stung)
• At last line up the remaining part.

Following these steps, we finally get - The farmer was stung by the scorpion.

The correct answer is option 2.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an imperative sentence-​

• The object 'you' is generally missing in these sentences. If it begins with 'let'-
• ​Then the passive form also begins with 'let'.
• Then, it should be followed by the object (him).
• Use preposition by before agent. (Sumita)
• Use appropriate helping verb as per tense. (present tense- be/not be).
• Always use the third form of the main verb. (helped)

Eventually, we get the final sentence - Let him be helped by Sumita.

The correct answer is option 2.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• If the sentence ends with a prepositional phrase (in this case it is 'near my house'), then-
• Find the subject and object of the sentence before the phrase and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• Do not change the position of the prepositional phrase.
• Use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (past tense-was)
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (found)
• At last line up the remaining part.

Following these steps, we finally get - The box was found last night in a ditch near my house.

The correct answer is option 1.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• If the sentence has two parts joined with a conjunction (in this case it is 'to'), then-
• Exchange the places of the two parts of the sentence; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• Do not make changes in the first part of the sentence.
• In the second part, use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (present perfect tense-has been )
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (launched)
• At last line up the remaining part.

Following these steps, we finally get - To improve the performance of the ministries, a programme has been launched by the government.

The correct answer is option 3.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• Find the subject and object of the sentence and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• The helping verb 'were' and the preposition 'by' will be omitted in the active voice.
• The third form of the main verb will remain the same as the sentence is in the past tense. (invited)
• At last line up the remaining part.

Following these steps, we finally get - The Prime Minister invited a hundred carefully-screened people to dinner.

The correct answer is option 1.

We need to follow these instructions while changing from passive to the active voice of an assertive sentence-

• Find the subject and object of the sentence and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• The helping verb (be) and preposition (by) will be omitted in the active voice.
• The third form of the main verb will be changed to the base form as it is in the present tense. (express)
• At last line up the remaining part.

Following these steps, we finally get- It is good that you can express your ideas with such clarity

The correct answer is option 4.

We need to follow these instructions while changing from passive to the active voice of an assertive sentence-

• Find the subject and object of the sentence and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• The helping verb (be) and preposition (by) will be omitted in the active voice.
• The third form of the main verb will be changed to the base form as it is in the future tense. (make)
• At last line up the remaining part.

Following these steps, we finally get- A good deal of money will be made by that investment.

The correct answer is option 4.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• If the sentence ends with a prepositional phrase (in this case it is 'to his factory'), then-
• Find the subject and object of the sentence before the phrase and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• Do not change the position of the prepositional phrase.
• Use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (past perfect tense-had been)
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (transported)
• At last line up the remaining part.

Following these steps, we finally get - All his equipment had been transported by him to his factory.

The correct answer is option 1.

We need to follow these instructions while changing the voice of an assertive sentence-

• If the sentence ends with a prepositional phrase (in this case it is 'in the development of business sectors'), then-
• Find the subject and object of the sentence before the phrase and exchange their places; make changes in their cases as well if subject and object are pronouns.
• Do not change the position of the prepositional phrase.
• Use helping verb in passive form according to the tense of active form. (present tense- is)
• Always use the third form of the main verb in passive form. (played)
• At last line up the remaining part.

Following these steps, we finally get - A major role is played by the marketing professionals in the development of business sectors.

The correct answer is option 1.

• 'Told' means informed.
• 'Asked' means said something to obtain an answer.
• In the given sentence, the student is asking in order to obtain an explanation of the passage.
• Clearly, 'told' must be replaced by 'asked'.

Correct sentence- The student asked her teacher to explain the passage.

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. hatched.

We need to find the word which is more suitable with context to the sentence-

• Cooked means alter dishonestly; falsify.
• Cultivated means try to acquire or develop (a quality or skill).
• Hatched means conspire to devise (a plot or plan).
• Fabricated means invent (something) in order to deceive.
• Clearly the most appropriate word is 'hatched'.

Correct sentence- Ram hatched a conspiracy to cheat Abdul.

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. no improvement.

Tone-deaf means are unable to perceive differences in musical pitch accurately.

Meanings of the given options are-

• Stone-deaf means completely deaf.
• Deaf means lacking the power of hearing or having impaired hearing. 

Clearly, 'tone-deaf' is correctly used as it is used to describe the inefficiency in singing.

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. constantly.

Let us look at the meanings of the words-

• Continuously means without interruption or gaps.
• Comprehensively means including or dealing with all or nearly all elements or aspects of something.
• Comparatively means to a moderate degree as compared to something else; relatively.
• Constantly means continuously over a period of time; always.
• Clearly, 'constantly' is the most appropriate word.

Correct sentence- Whether we realise or not we are constantly making choices every moment of our lives.