Official Paper

SSC CPO 2022 Tier-II Official Paper (Held On: 02 May, 2023 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)

200 questions · 120 minutes · with answers · free

Test (200 questions)

Direction: The following sentence has been split into segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.

The players were practicing for an hour / when the coach came / and asked them to stop.

((a))
The players were practicing for an hour
((b))
no error
((c))
and asked them to stop
((d))
when the coach came

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Answer: ((a))

The players were practicing for an hour

Here, the erroneous part is "The players were practicing for an hour."

Key Points

In the corrected version, "had been practicing" must be used to indicate the continuous action that started before a certain point in the past (an hour ago) and continued up to that point when the coach arrived.
The past perfect continuous tense is used to indicate a continuous action that started in the past, continued up to a certain point in the past, and may or may not have continued after that point.
It is formed using "had been" + the present participle (verb + ing).
"For" is used to indicate the duration of the action.
Example: She had been studying for three hours before she finally took a break.
The correct answer is Option 1.

Correct sentence: The players had been practicing for an hour when the coach came and asked them to stop.

Direction: The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.

Children were prohibited to attend / the military parade in which / deadly weapons were displayed.

((a))
Children were prohibited to attend
((b))
deadly weapons were displayed
((c))
the military parade in which
((d))
No error

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Answer: ((a))

Children were prohibited to attend

Here, the erroneous part is "Children were prohibited to attend."

Key Points

The error is the use of the preposition 'to' instead of 'from.'
In the corrected version, "prohibited from attending" is the appropriate phrasing.
The correct usage is 'Children were prohibited from attending' instead of 'Children were prohibited to attend.'
The sentence should be written as 'Children were prohibited from attending the military parade in which deadly weapons were displayed.'
The correct answer is Option 1.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.

He said, “My dog died on a cold night”.

((a))
He said my dog died on a cold night.
((b))
He said his dog died on a cold night.
((c))
He said his dog was dead on a cold night.
((d))
He said his dog had died on a cold night.

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Answer: ((d))

He said his dog had died on a cold night.

The correct answer is "He said his dog had died on a cold night."

Key Points

The given sentence is in Simple Past Tense.
The rule for changing Direct Speech to Indirect Speech:
The tense of reported speech is changed only when the reporting verb is in the past tense.
Simple Past Tense changes to Past Perfect Tense.
The reporting verb said will remain the same.
We must remove the inverted commas from the direct speech and replace them with an appropriate conjunction.
The reported speech needs to change the possessive pronoun "my" to "his" since it refers to the speaker's dog and not the listener's.
The verb "died" needs to be changed to "had died" to reflect that it happened before the time of reporting.
The second person of direct speech changes as per the object of the reporting speech.
Structure**: (Subject+ V2 + object) (Direct Speech)**

(Subject+ had + V3 + object) (Indirect Speech)

Example:
She said, " Reena came to see me." (Direct Speech)
She said that Reena had come to see her. (Indirect Speech)

Correct Sentence: He said his dog had died on a cold night.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.

She said, “I know where he lives.”

((a))
She said that she knew where he living.
((b))
She said that she knew where he lived.
((c))
She said I know where he lived
((d))
She said she had knowledge of where he lived.

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Answer: ((b))

She said that she knew where he lived.

The correct answer is "She said that she knew where he lived."

Key Points

The given sentence is in the Simple Present Tense.
The rules of Direct and Indirect speech for interrogative sentence conversions:
The conjunction 'that' will be used.
The first person in reported speech changes according to the subject of reporting speech.
In Reported Speech, the change of the second person depends on the object of reporting speech.
The pronoun 'I' changes to 'she.'
Structure: (Subject+ V1 + object) (Direct Speech)

(Subject+ V2 + object) (Indirect Speech)

Example: Navin said, “He leaves the room.”

Navin said that he left the room.

The correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: She said that she knew where he lived.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

My son learns his lessons every day.

((a))
His lessons got learnt every day by my son.
((b))
His lessons is learnt by my son every day
((c))
His lessons do learn every day by my son.
((d))
His lessons are learnt by my son every day.

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Answer: ((d))

His lessons are learnt by my son every day.

The correct answer is "His lessons are learnt by my son every day."

Key Points

The given sentence is in Active Voice.
As per the given question, we have to change it to Passive Voice.
The structure of the given sentence is as follows:
Subject + V1(s/es) + Object. (Active Voice)
Subject (objective case)+ is/am/are + V3 + Object (subjective case). (Passive Voice)
Example:
She shows them some rare photographs. (Active Voice)
Some rare photographs are shown by her. (Passive Voice)
The subject of the given sentence is 'My son'.
The object of the given sentence is 'His lessons.'
The subject will be put in place of the object and the object will be put in place of the subject.
'Learns' will be changed into 'are learnt'.
The preposition "by" is used to indicate who is performing the action (in this case, "my son").
Therefore, as per the points mentioned above, we find that the correct answer is Option 4.

Correct sentence: His lessons are learnt by my son every day.

Direction: The following sentence has been split into segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.

If I were your mother / I would have taken care / of you and your sisters.

((a))
I would have taken care
((b))
of you and your sisters
((c))
No error
((d))
If I were your mother

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Answer: ((c))

No error

The correct answer is "No error."

Key Points

The given sentence appears to be grammatically correct and does not contain any errors.
It is a conditional sentence expressing a hypothetical situation.
"If I were your mother" this segment uses the correct form of the verb for unreal, hypothetical situations or conditions.
The construction "would have" + past participle (taken) is typical for these kind of unreal conditionals.
"of you and your sisters" correctly completes the phrase "taken care of" which is a common idiom meaning to look after or be responsible for someone.

So, the correct answer is Option 3.

Confusion Points

"If I were your mother, I would have taken care of you and your sisters."
This sentence is an example of a "mixed conditional" sentence. It suggests that the speaker is imagining how things might have been different in the past if she had been their mother.
"If I were your mother, I would take care of you and your sisters."
This sentence is an example of a "second conditional" sentence. It implies an unreal or hypothetical situation in the present or future. The speaker is imagining what she would do right now or in the future if she were their mother.
Both sentences are grammatically correct. The one to use would depend if you're talking about a hypothetical past (with 'would have taken') or a hypothetical present or future (with 'would take').
It is a previous year's paper SSC CPO 2022 Tier-II Official Paper (Held On: 02 May 2023 Shift 2).
The question and marked answer are the same as in the original paper.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.

I was invited by my aunt.

((a))
My aunt invited me.
((b))
My aunt will invite me.
((c))
My aunt has invited me.
((d))
My aunt is inviting me.

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Answer: ((a))

My aunt invited me.

The correct answer is 'My aunt invited me.'

Key Points

The given sentence is in Passive Voice. As per the given question we have to change it into Active Voice.
The structure of the given sentence is as follows:
Subject + V2 + Object. (Active Voice)
Subject (objective case)+ was/were + V3 + Object (subjective case). (Passive Voice)
Example:
Their cousin showed them some rare photographs. (Active Voice)
They were shown some rare photographs by their cousin. (Passive Voice)
In the given sentence:
The subject of the given sentence is 'I'.
The object of the given sentence is 'My aunt'.
The subject will be put in place of the object and the object will be put in place of the subject.
'Was invited' will be changed into 'invited'.
Therefore, as per the points mentioned above, we find that the correct answer is Option 1.

Correct sentence: My aunt invited me.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

I asked Joe to meet for lunch on Saturday.

((a))
I says, “Let’s meet for lunch on Saturday Joe”.
((b))
I said, “Let’s meet for lunch on Saturday, Joe”.
((c))
I said, “We shall meet for lunch at Saturday Joe”.
((d))
I said, “Let’s meets for lunch at Saturday Joe”.

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Answer: ((b))

I said, “Let’s meet for lunch on Saturday, Joe”.

The correct answer: "I said, 'Let's meet for lunch on Saturday, Joe'."

Key Points

The rules of changing Indirect to Direct speech for imperative sentence conversions.
We must insert a comma before the name of the person being addressed.
We must add quotation marks around the actual words spoken.
We must use the reporting verb "said" instead of "asked".
Change the tense of the reporting verb from past tense to present tense.
The first person in the reported speech changes according to the subject of reporting speech.
In Reported Speech change of the second person depends on the object of reporting speech.
Imperative sentences do not normally have an expressed subject.
This is because the subject ‘you’ is usually understood.
In order to change an imperative sentence into direct speech, we must remove a to-infinitive from direct speech.
Example:
The old woman said to the boy, ‘Let's watch the movie.’
The old woman said the boy to watch the movie.
The correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: "I said, 'Let's meet for lunch on Saturday, Joe'."

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.

Mrs. Gomes said, “Virtue is its own reward.”

((a))
Mrs. Gomes said that Virtue was its own reward
((b))
Mrs. Gomes said that Virtue is its own reward.
((c))
Mrs. Gomes said that Virtue had its own reward.
((d))
Mrs. Gomes said that Virtue has its own reward.

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Answer: ((b))

Mrs. Gomes said that Virtue is its own reward.

The correct answer is "Mrs. Gomes said that Virtue is its own reward."

Key Points

The rules for changing Direct Speech to Indirect Speech:
The given sentence is in the Present Simple Tense.
The statement "Virtue is its own reward" is a universal truth.
In indirect speech, the word “that” is used when commas and inverted commas are removed.
We don’t make any changes in the sentence with universal truth in indirect speech.
Example:
He said, “Earth is a planet”(Direct speech)
He said that Earth is a planet. (Indirect speech)
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: Mrs. Gomes said that Virtue is its own reward.

Direction: Select the most appropriate adverb to fill in the blank.

Ramees works ______ to get through the entrance exam.

((a))
different
((b))
early
((c))
hard
((d))
important

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Answer: ((c))

hard

The correct answer is "hard."

Key Points

"Hard" means not soft to touch; not easy to break or bend. (कड़ा; जिसे तोड़ना या मोड़ना आसान न हो, कठोर, सख्‍़त)
Example: The bed was so hard that I couldn’t sleep.
"Hard" is the most appropriate adverb to describe the intensity of Ramees' effort in studying for the entrance exam.
Adverbs modify verbs, and "hard" is an adverb that can modify the verb "works" to indicate the degree of effort put into the action.
The correct answer is option 3.

Correct sentence: Ramees works hard to get through the entrance exam.

Additional Information

Different: not the same. (भिन्‍न, अलग प्रकार का, एक जैसा नहीं)
Early: near the beginning of a period of time, a piece of work, a series, etc. (किसी कालावधि, कार्य आदि के प्रारंभ में; जल्‍दी, प्रारंभिक)
Important: having great value or influence; very necessary. (महत्वपूर्ण; अत्‍यावश्‍यक)

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

Mother said that Sam would not pass.

((a))
Mother said, “Sam would never pass.”
((b))
Mother said, “Sam will not pass.”
((c))
Mother said, “Sam would not pass.”
((d))
Mother said, “Sam will have never passed.”

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Answer: ((b))

Mother said, “Sam will not pass.”

The correct answer is "Mother said, 'Sam will not pass.'"

Key Points

The rules for changing Indirect Speech to Direct Speech:
The given sentence is in Future Tense.
In Future Tense, would changes to will.
Insert the commas and inverted commas.
Do not use that in the sentence of direct speech.
Structure:
Subject + will + verb (Direct speech)
Subject + would + verb (Indirect speech)
Example: John said to me, "There will be a seminar" (Direct speech)

John asked me that there would be a seminar. (Indirect speech)

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Pay the electricity bill for the month of April.

((a))
The electricity bill for the month of April has to be paid.
((b))
We should pay the electricity bill for the month of April.
((c))
Let us pay the electricity bill for the month of April.
((d))
Let the electricity bill for the month of April be paid.

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Answer: ((d))

Let the electricity bill for the month of April be paid.

The correct answer is 'Let the electricity bill for the month of April be paid.'

Key Points

The rules for changing an imperative sentence from active to passive voice is as follows:
Interchange the object and subject with each other, i.e. object of the active sentence become the subject of the passive sentence.
An imperative sentence in the passive voice has the following form:
Structure:
The root form of an instruction verb + Subject to take a specific action. (Active voice)
Let + object + be + past participle of the instruction verb. (Passive voice)
Example:
Carry it home. (Active Voice)
Let it be carried home. (Passive Voice)
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Correct sentence: Let the electricity bill for the month of April be paid.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.

It was found that my shoes were cleaned.

((a))
It was found that somebody had cleaned my shoes
((b))
I found that somebody had cleaned my shoes
((c))
Somebody found out that he had cleaned my shoes
((d))
Someone found my shoes cleaned.

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Answer: ((d))

Someone found my shoes cleaned.

The correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

The given sentence is in Passive Voice. It is in Simple Past Tense. As per the given question we have to change it into Active Voice.
The structure of Simple Past Tense is as follows:
Subject + V2 + Object. (Active Voice)
Subject (objective case)+ was/were + V3 + Object (subjective case). (Passive Voice)
Example:
Their cousin showed them some rare photographs. (Active Voice)
They were shown some rare photographs by their cousin. (Passive Voice)
In the first part of the sentence:
In the given sentence, the doer of the action is not mentioned.
We might need to add this information or rephrase the sentence in a way that implies who performed the action.
'Was found' will be changed into 'found.'
'Were cleaned' will be changed into 'cleaned.'
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Correct sentence: Someone found my shoes cleaned.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

The announcer requested the audience to switch off their mobile phones for the next two hours.

((a))
The announcer said to the audience, “You all switch off your mobile phones for the next two hours.”
((b))
The announcer said to the audience, “Please switch off your mobile phones for the next two hours.”
((c))
The announcer told the audience, “You have to switch off your mobile phones for the next two hours.”
((d))
The announcer said to the audience, “You can switch off your mobile phones for the next two hours.”

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Answer: ((b))

The announcer said to the audience, “Please switch off your mobile phones for the next two hours.”

The correct answer is Option 2.

Key Points

The rules of changing Indirect to Direct speech for imperative sentence conversions.
"Requested" is changed to "said to."
The first person in the reported speech changes according to the subject of reporting speech.
Imperative sentences do not normally have an expressed subject.
This is because the subject ‘you’ is usually understood.
The phrase "to switch off their mobile phones" remains the same in both indirect and direct speech.
The word "please" is added in the direct speech version to convey politeness and make it a request rather than a command.
In order to change an imperative sentence into direct speech, we must remove a to-infinitive from direct speech.
Example:
The old woman said to the boy, ‘Go to the auditorium.’
The old woman ordered the boy to go to the auditorium.
The correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: The announcer said to the audience, "Please switch off your mobile phones for the next two hours."

Direction:Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Nick won the lottery.

((a))
The lottery was won by Nick.
((b))
The lottery has been win by Nick.
((c))
The lottery is won by Nick
((d))
The lottery is being won by Nick

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Answer: ((a))

The lottery was won by Nick.

The correct answer is "The lottery was won by Nick."

Key Points

The given sentence is in Active Voice. As per the given question we have to change it into Passive Voice.
The structure of the given sentence is as follows:
Subject + V2 + Object. (Active Voice)
Subject (objective case)+ was/were + V3 + Object (subjective case). (Passive Voice)
Example:
Their cousin showed them some rare photographs. (Active Voice)
They were shown some rare photographs by their cousin. (Passive Voice)
The subject of the given sentence is 'Nick'.
The object of the given sentence is 'lottery'.
The subject will be put in place of the object and the object will be put in place of the subject.
'Won' will be changed into 'was won'.
"Lottery" is a singular noun and we must use "was" with it.
The preposition "by" is used to indicate the doer of the action (Nick) in the passive voice.
Therefore, as per the points mentioned above, we find that the correct answer is Option 1.

Correct sentence: The lottery was won by Nick.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

My brother has sent me a message.

((a))
A message has been sent to me by my brother.
((b))
I have been sent a message to by my brother.
((c))
A message have been sent to me.
((d))
A message was sent to me by my brother.

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Answer: ((a))

A message has been sent to me by my brother.

The correct answer is "A message has been sent to me by my brother."

Key Points

The given sentence is in Present Perfect Tense and Active Voice.
The rule for changing a Present Perfect Tense from Active voice to Passive voice:
Interchange the object and subject with each other, i.e. object of the active sentence become the subject of the passive sentence.
Subject is "My brother" and object is "a message" in active voice.
So, the subject is "a message" and object is "my brother" in passive voice.
Structure:
Subject + has/have + V3 + Object (Active Voice)
Object + has/have + been + V3 + by + Subject (Passive Voice)
Example:
Disha has arranged the things. (Active Voice)
The things have been arranged by Disha. (Passive Voice)
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

Correct sentence: A message has been sent to me by my brother.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.

The mother asked the daughter, "Can we buy tonight’s dinner from the restaurant?”

((a))
The mother asked the daughter could they buy that night’s dinner from the restaurant.
((b))
The mother asked the daughter if they could buy that night’s dinner from the restaurant.
((c))
The mother asked the daughter if they can buy tonight’s dinner from the restaurant.
((d))
The mother asked the daughter if could they buy that night’s dinner from the restaurant.

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Answer: ((b))

The mother asked the daughter if they could buy that night’s dinner from the restaurant.

The correct answer is "The mother asked the daughter if they could buy that night's dinner from the restaurant."

Key Points

The given interrogative sentence is in the direct speech.
The rules of Direct and Indirect speech for interrogative sentence conversions.
Inverted commas are removed in indirect speech.
The reporting verb said/said to is changed to "asked, demanded, ordered, enquired" as per the nature of the sentence.
The first person in the reported speech changes according to the subject of reporting speech.
In Reported Speech change of the second person depends on the object of reporting speech.
The third person remains unchanged.
To make the indirect speech for questions that can be answered in YES/NO, the word "if" or "whether" is used before the reported speech within the sentence.
"Can" changes to "could."
Structure:
(Can + Subject+ V1 + Object?) (Direct Speech)
(If + Subject + could + V1 + Object ) (Indirect Speech)
Example:
He said to me "Can you help me?"
He asked me if I could help him.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: The mother asked the daughter if they could buy that night's dinner from the restaurant.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.

The stranger said to me “What is your name?”

((a))
The stranger has asked me what is my name
((b))
The stranger asked me what my name was.
((c))
The stranger asked me what was my name.
((d))
Told me what my name is.

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Answer: ((b))

The stranger asked me what my name was.

The correct answer is "The stranger asked me what my name was."

Key Points

The rules for changing Direct Speech to Indirect Speech:
The given sentence is in Simple Present Tense.
Simple Present Tense changes to Simple Past Tense.
Remove the commas and inverted commas.
Do not use 'that' in the sentence of indirect speech.
The reporting verb 'said/said to' is changed in asked, demanded, ordered, enquired as per the nature of the sentence.
Remove the question mark in the sentence of Indirect speech.
The word "your" changes to "my" in reported speech.
The question is changed to assertive form and is simply placed after the reporting verb.
Example:
John said to me, "What is my occupation?" (Direct speech)
John asked me what my occupation was. (Indirect speech)
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Correct answer: The stranger asked me what my name was.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

Somnath said that they had been there for two-and-a-half years and were going to stay another ten months.

((a))
Somnath was saying, "We has been here for two-and-a-half years. We are going to stay another ten months."
((b))
Somnath said, "We have been here for two-and-a-half years. We are going to stay another ten months."
((c))
Somnath had said , "We have been here for two-and-a-half years. We were going to stay another ten months."
((d))
Somnath said, "He have been here for two-and-a-half years. We are going to stay another ten months."

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Answer: ((b))

Somnath said, "We have been here for two-and-a-half years. We are going to stay another ten months."

The correct answer is "Somnath said, 'We have been here for two-and-a-half years. We are going to stay another ten months.'"

Key Points

The rules for changing Indirect Speech to Direct Speech:
The given sentence is in Past Tense.
The verb tense changes from "had been" to "have been" and "were going to stay" to "are going to stay" because the reported speech is still true in the present.
Insert the commas and inverted commas.
We must use that in the sentence of indirect speech.
The reporting verb asked is changed in said to as per the nature of the sentence.
The pronoun "they" changes to "we" because the speaker is reporting what Somnath said from his perspective.
The sentence uses quotation marks to show where the reported speech begins and ends..
The correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: "Somnath said, 'We have been here for two-and-a-half years. We are going to stay another ten months.'"

Direction: The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

Her friends were not able / to attend her marriage / because they are / in another country at that time.

((a))
to attend her marriage
((b))
in another country at that time
((c))
her friends were not able
((d))
because they are

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Answer: ((d))

because they are

Here, the erroneous part is "because they are."

Key Points

The error lies in the part "because they are."
The correction involves changing the verb tense in the second part of the sentence to maintain consistency.
The sentence is in the past tense, so the correct form of the verb 'to be' is 'were', not 'are'.
Since the first part of the sentence is in the past tense ("were"), the second part should also be in the past tense ("were").
The segment should read "because they were in another country at that time".
The correct answer is Option 4.

Correct sentence: Her friends were not able to attend her marriage because they were in another country at that time.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.

Mudassir warned the child, “Be careful and be slow.”

((a))
Mudassir warned the child that he be careful and be slow.
((b))
Mudassir warned the child to be careful and to be slow.
((c))
Mudassir warned the child to be careful and should be slow.
((d))
Mudassir warned the child that he should be careful and be slow.

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Answer: ((b))

Mudassir warned the child to be careful and to be slow.

The correct answer is "Mudassir warned the child to be careful and to be slow."

Key Points

The rules of Direct and Indirect speech for imperative sentences conversions.
The reporting verb said/said to is changed to asked, demanded, requested, ordered, enquired, and offered as per the nature of the sentence.
Imperative sentences do not normally have an expressed subject.
This is because the subject ‘you’ is usually understood.
When the reporting verb is in the past (said) and the direct speech is in the present indefinite tense (simple present tense), then the indirect (reported) speech will change into the past indefinite tense.
In order to change an imperative sentence into indirect speech, we use a to-infinitive.
Example:
The old woman said to the boy, ‘Please help me till he returns.’
The old woman requested the boy to help her till he returned.
The correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: Mudassir warned the child to be careful and to be slow.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Have you written the right answer?

((a))
Has the right answer been written by you?
((b))
Was the right answer been written by you?
((c))
Have the right answer been written by you?
((d))
Has the right answer being written by you?

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Answer: ((a))

Has the right answer been written by you?

The correct answer is "Has the right answer been written by you?"

Key Points

The given sentence is in Present Perfect Tense and Active Voice.
The rule for changing a Present Perfect Tense from Active voice to Passive voice:
Interchange the object and subject with each other, i.e. object of the active sentence become the subject of the passive sentence.
Subject is "you" and object is "the right answer" in active voice.
So, the subject is "the right answer" and object is "you" in passive voice.
Structure:
Has/have + Subject + V3 + Object? (Active Voice)
Has/have + Object + been + V3 + by + Subject (Passive Voice)
Example:
Has Disha arranged the things? (Active Voice)
Have the things been arranged by Disha? (Passive Voice)
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

Correct sentence: Has the right answer been written by you?

Direction: The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

The box containing / the apples from / the valleys of Kashmir were / thrown away by Gautam.

((a))
the apples from
((b))
the valleys of Kashmir were
((c))
thrown away by Gautam
((d))
The box containing

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Answer: ((b))

the valleys of Kashmir were

Here, the erroneous part is 'the valleys of Kashmir were.'

Key Points

The subject 'box' is singular, but the verb 'were' is plural, which is a grammatical error.
According to the Subject-Verb agreement, a singular subject takes a singular verb and a plural subject takes a plural verb.
The correct verb should be 'was' to agree with the singular subject 'box.'
So, the correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: The box containing the apples from the valleys of Kashmir was thrown away by Gautam.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.

She said, “I love to eat pineapple.”

((a))
She said that she love to eat pineapple.
((b))
She said that I loved to eat pineapple.
((c))
She said that she loved to eat pineapple.
((d))
She said that she had loved to eat pineapple.

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Answer: ((c))

She said that she loved to eat pineapple.

The correct answer is "She said that she loved to eat pineapple."

Key Points

The given sentence is in the Simple Present Tense.
The conjunction 'that' will be used.
The first person in reported speech changes according to the subject of reporting speech.
In Reported Speech, the change of the second person depends on the object of reporting speech.
The pronoun 'I' changes to 'she.'
The verb "love" in the original sentence needs to be changed to past tense "loved" in the reported speech.
Simple Present Tense (say) converts to Simple Past Tense (said).
Structure: (Subject+ V1 + object) (Direct Speech)

(Subject+ V2 + object) (Indirect Speech)

Example: Navin said, “He leaves the room.”

Navin said that he left the room.

The correct answer is Option 3.

Correct sentence: She said that she loved to eat pineapple.

Direction: Identify the error in the following sentence.

The protesters were badly beaten and take into custody by the authorities.

((a))
custody
((b))
were
((c))
beaten
((d))
take

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Answer: ((d))

take

Here, the erroneous part is "take."

Key Points

The error lies in the usage of the word "take."
We can see that in the first part of the sentence, the verb "beaten" is used.
So, to maintain the uniformity of the sentence, we have to write the V3 form of the verb 'take."
The V3 form of "take" is "taken."
The correct verb tense should be "taken" instead of "take."
The correct answer is option 4.

Correct sentence: The protesters were badly beaten and taken into custody by the authorities.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

The man was repairing the tyres of his car.

((a))
The tyres of his car was being repaired by the man.
((b))
The tyres of his car were being repaired by the man.
((c))
The tyres of his car were been repaired by the man.
((d))
The tyres of his car were repaired by the man.

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Answer: ((b))

The tyres of his car were being repaired by the man.

The correct answer is "The tyres of his car were being repaired by the man."

Key Points

The given sentence is in the Past Continuous Tense and in Active Voice.
The rule for changing a Past Continuous Tense from Active voice to Passive voice or Passive to Active Voice:
Interchange the object and subject with each other, i.e. object of the active sentence become the subject of the passive sentence.
Structure:
Subject + was/were + v1 + ing+ object (Active Voice)
Object + was/were + being + V3 + by Subject (Passive Voice)
Example:
Esha was singing a song. (Active Voice)
A song was being sung by Esha. (Passive Voice)
The subject of the given sentence is 'The man'.
The object of the given sentence is 'the tyres of his car'.
The subject will be put in place of the object and the object will be put in place of the subject.
And 'was repairing' will be changed into 'were being repairing'.
"The tyres of hiscar" is a plural subject so we must "were" with it.
The correct answer is option 2.

Correct sentence: The tyres of his car were being repaired by the man.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Our maid will clean the house every Saturday from today onwards.

((a))
The house shall be cleaned by our maid every Saturday from today onwards
((b))
The house will be cleaned by our maid every Saturday from today onwards.
((c))
The house will have been cleaned by our maid every Saturday from today onwards.
((d))
The house will be cleaning by our maid every Saturday from today onwards.

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Answer: ((b))

The house will be cleaned by our maid every Saturday from today onwards.

The correct answer is "The house will be cleaned by our maid every Saturday from today onwards."

Key Points

The given sentence is in Simple Future Tense and in Active Voice.
The rule for changing a Simple Future Tense from Active voice to Passive voice or Passive to Active Voice:
Interchange the object and subject with each other, i.e. object of the active sentence become the subject of the passive sentence.
Structure:
Subject + will + V1 + object (Active Voice)
Object + will + be + V3 + by Subject (Passive Voice)
Example:
Esha will sing a song. (Active Voice)
A song will be sung by Esha. (Passive Voice)
The subject is "our maid" and the object is "the house" in the active voice.
The subject is "the house" and the object is "our maid" in the passive voice.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: The house will be cleaned by our maid every Saturday from today onwards.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Let us donate the money.

((a))
We are told to donate the money.
((b))
Let the money is donated by us.
((c))
Let the money be donated by us.
((d))
The money was donated by us.

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Answer: ((c))

Let the money be donated by us.

The correct answer is "Let the money be donated by us."

Key Points

The rules for changing an imperative sentence from active to passive voice is as follows:
In passive voice, the object of the active sentence becomes the subject of the passive sentence.
The subject of the active sentence becomes the agent (or doer) of the action in the passive sentence.
To form the passive voice, use the auxiliary verb "be" + past participle of the main verb.
In this sentence, "let" is already in the passive form, so we only need to change the subject and object.
An imperative sentence in the passive voice has the following form:
Structure:
Let + subject + V1 + object. (Active voice)
Let + object + be + past participle of the verb. (Passive voice)
Example:
Let us call him. (Active Voice)
Let he be called by us. (Passive Voice)
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Correct sentence: Let the money be donated by us.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.

A new invention has been made by him.

((a))
He was making a new invention.
((b))
He had been making a new invention.
((c))
He has made a new invention.
((d))
He were making a new invention.

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Answer: ((c))

He has made a new invention.

The correct answer is "He has made a new invention."

Key Points

The given sentence is in Present Perfect Tense and Active Voice.
The rule for changing a Present Perfect Tense from Active voice to Passive voice:
Interchange the object and subject with each other, i.e. object of the active sentence become the subject of the passive sentence.
Subject is "A new invention" and object is "him" in active voice.
So, the subject is "he" and object is "a new invention" in passive voice.
Structure:
Subject + has/have + V3 + Object (Active Voice)
Object + has/have + been + V3 + by + Subject (Passive Voice)
Example:
Disha has arranged the things. (Active Voice)
The things have been arranged by Disha. (Passive Voice)
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Correct sentence: He has made a new invention.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.

Tejaswi had been offered a huge amount by the publisher last year for translating the work.

((a))
A huge amount had been offered to Tejaswi by the publisher last year for translating the work.
((b))
The publisher offered Tejaswi a huge amount last year for translating the work.
((c))
The publisher had offered Tejaswi a huge amount last year for translating the work.
((d))
The publisher had to offer Tejaswi a huge amount last year for translating the work.

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Answer: ((c))

The publisher had offered Tejaswi a huge amount last year for translating the work.

The correct answer is "The publisher had offered Tejaswi a huge amount last year for translating the work."

Key Points

The given sentence is in Past Perfect Tense and Active Voice.
The rule for changing a Past Perfect Tense from Active voice to Passive voice:
In the passive voice, the object of the active sentence becomes the subject of the passive sentence, and the verb is changed to its past participle form.
Structure:
Subject + had + V3 + Object (Active Voice)
Object + had + been + V3 + by + Subject (Passive Voice)
Example:
Disha had arranged the things. (Active Voice)
The things had been arranged by Disha. (Passive Voice)
The sentence is in passive voice with the subject 'tejaswi' performing the action 'offering'.
To convert it into active voice, we need to make the object 'the publisher' the subject and use the past participle form of the verb 'offer'.
In this case, we use the past perfect tense 'had been offered' to show that the action was completed before another past event (day breaking).
The correct answer is Option 3.

Correct sentence: "The publisher had offered Tejaswi a huge amount last year for translating the work."

Direction: Identify the error in the following sentence.

We are assured of the fact that Siben might good be the best cook to prepare chicken curry for our lunch.

((a))
good
((b))
best
((c))
might
((d))
prepare

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Answer: ((a))

good

Here, the erroneous part is "good."

Key Points

The error lies in the usage of the phrase "might good be."
The error is the placement of "good."
It should come after "might be" to form the phrase "might be good," which means "may be skilled or proficient."
The correct phrase to use is "might be", not "might good be".
The adjective "good" is not necessary in this context because "might be the best cook" already implies the skill and ability of Siben.
In the corrected version, the word "good" must be be removed, making the sentence grammatically accurate.
The correct answer is Option 1.

Correct sentence: We are assured of the fact that Siben might be the best cook to prepare chicken curry for our lunch.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

The tiger killed a deer.

((a))
A deer had been killed by the tiger
((b))
A deer was killed by the tiger
((c))
A deer has been killed by the tiger.
((d))
The deer was killed by a tiger.

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Answer: ((b))

A deer was killed by the tiger

The correct answer is "A deer was killed by the tiger."

Key Points

The given sentence is in Active Voice. As per the given question we have to change it into Passive Voice.
The structure of the given sentence is as follows:
Subject + V2 + Object. (Active Voice)
Subject (objective case)+ was/were + V3 + Object (subjective case). (Passive Voice)
Example:
Their cousin showed them some rare photographs. (Active Voice)
They were shown some rare photographs by their cousin. (Passive Voice)
The subject of the given sentence is 'the tiger'.
The object of the given sentence is 'a deer'.
The subject will be put in place of the object and the object will be put in place of the subject.
'Killed' will be changed into 'was killed'.
"A deer" is a singular subject and we must use "was" with it.
The preposition "by" is used to indicate the doer of the action in the passive voice.
Therefore, as per the points mentioned above, we find that the correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: A deer was killed by the tiger.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Lata has committed a heinous crime.

((a))
A heinous crime have been committed by Lata.
((b))
A heinous crime has been committed by Lata.
((c))
A heinous crime was committed by Lata.
((d))
A heinous crime was being committed by Lata.

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Answer: ((b))

A heinous crime has been committed by Lata.

The correct answer is "A heinous crime has been committed by Lata."

Key Points

The given sentence is in Present Perfect Tense and Active Voice.
The rule for changing a Present Perfect Tense from Active voice to Passive voice:
Interchange the object and subject with each other, i.e. object of the active sentence become the subject of the passive sentence.
Subject is "Lata" and object is "a heinous crime" in active voice.
So, the subject is "A heinous crime" and object is "Lata" in passive voice.
Structure:
Subject + has/have + V3 + Object (Active Voice)
Object + has/have + been + V3 + by + Subject (Passive Voice)
Example:
Disha has arranged the things. (Active Voice)
The things have been arranged by Disha. (Passive Voice)
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: A heinous crime has been committed by Lata.

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.

Will the car be driven by Mannat in the race?

((a))
Will in the race Mannat drive the car?
((b))
Will Mannat drive the car in the race?
((c))
Will Mannat be driving the car in the race?
((d))
In the race, will Mannat drive the car?

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Answer: ((b))

Will Mannat drive the car in the race?

The correct answer is "Will Mannat drive the car in the race?"

Key Points

The given sentence is in Simple Future Tense and in Passive Voice.
The rule for changing a Simple Future Tense from Active voice to Passive voice or Passive to Active Voice:
To convert a sentence from passive voice to active voice, we need to identify the subject (who is performing the action) and make it the subject of the sentence.
Structure:
Will + Subject + V1 + object ?(Active Voice)
Will + Object + be + V3 + by + Subject? (Passive Voice)
Example:
Will Esha sing a song? (Active Voice)
Will a song be sung by Esha? (Passive Voice
In the passive voice, the subject (the car) performs the action (driving the car) on the object (Mannat).
In the active voice, the subject is "Mannat" and the object is "the car."
The correct answer is Option 2.

Correct sentence: Will Mannat drive the car in the race?

Direction: Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.

Rekha was very fascinated by the solitude offered by the hillside.

((a))
The solitude offered by the hillside fascinated Rekha very much.
((b))
The solitude offered by the hillside was fascinating Rekha very much.
((c))
The solitude was offering Rekha the hillside fascination very much.
((d))
The solitude was offered by the hillside fascinating Rekha very much.

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Answer: ((a))

The solitude offered by the hillside fascinated Rekha very much.

The correct answer is "The solitude offered by the hillside fascinated Rekha very much."

Key Points

The given sentence is in Passive Voice. It is in Simple Past Tense.
As per the given question, we must change it to Active Voice.
The structure of the given sentence is as follows:
Subject + V2 + Object. (Active Voice)
Subject (objective case)+ was/were + V3 + Object (subjective case). (Passive Voice)
Example:
Their cousin showed them some rare photographs. (Active Voice)
They were shown some rare photographs by their cousin. (Passive Voice)
In the passive voice, the action "offering" is performed by the doer "Rekha."
"The solitude" is the subject and "Rekha" is the object in the active voice.
The correct answer is Option 1.

Correct sentence: The solitude offered by the hillside fascinated Rekha very much.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

One must adopt a life of self-control.

((a))
A life of self-control was adopted by one.
((b))
A life of self-control must be adopted by one
((c))
A life of self-control will be adopted by one.
((d))
A life of self-control has adopted by one.

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Answer: ((b))

A life of self-control must be adopted by one

The correct answer is: "A life of self-control must be adopted by one."

Key Points

The sentence "One must adopt a life of self-control" is in the active voice.
To convert it into passive voice, you need to restructure it to emphasize the action on the object rather than the doer of the action.
In the passive voice sentence, "A life of self-control" becomes the subject. This is the entity that is receiving the action, and it has become the focus of the sentence.
The verb "must be adopted" is in the passive voice. "Must be adopted" is the passive construction of "must adopt" from the active voice sentence.
In passive voice sentences, the doer of the action (the agent) is often optional or omitted.
In this case, "by one" is included to indicate who is responsible for adopting the life of self-control. "By one" serves as the agent in the passive construction.
Passive Voice: A life of self-control must be adopted by one.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.

Even though I had been boxing for three years, I had no idea that I can beat somebody in the ring.

((a))
No error
((b))
I can beat somebody in the ring
((c))
Even though I had been boxing for three years
((d))
I had no idea that

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Answer: ((b))

I can beat somebody in the ring

The correct answer is: "I can beat somebody in the ring."

Key Points

The error is in the verb tense.
The sentence begins in the past tense ("Even though I had been boxing for three years"), but then it shifts to the present tense with "I can beat somebody in the ring."
To maintain consistency in verb tense, it should be corrected to past tense to match the earlier part of the sentence.
The sentence should read: "Even though I had been boxing for three years, I had no idea that I could beat somebody in the ring."
Now, both parts of the sentence are in the past tense, and it is grammatically correct.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Select the grammatically correct statement from among the given options.

A. The Taj Mahal is an iconic building. Visiting it is an experience worth remembering forever.

B. Taj Mahal is a iconic building. Visiting it is an experience worth remembering forever.

C. The Taj Mahal is an iconic building. Visiting it is a experience worth remembering forever.

D. A Taj Mahal is a iconic building. Visiting it is an experience worth remembering forever.

((a))
D
((b))
C
((c))
A
((d))
B

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Answer: ((c))

The correct answer is: "The Taj Mahal is an iconic building. Visiting it is an experience worth remembering forever."

Key Points

The sentence starts with an article "The" before Taj Mahal, indicating a specific object.
The use of "an" before "iconic building" is correct as "iconic" starts with a vowel sound.
The sentence structure is correct with the subject "Visiting it" and the predicate "is an experience worth remembering forever."

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

Sentence B is incorrect because it lacks the definite article "The" before "Taj Mahal," which is necessary for proper noun usage in English. Additionally, there should be "an" before "iconic" instead of "a" because "iconic" begins with a vowel sound. These errors make this option grammatically incorrect.
Sentence C correctly uses "The" before "Taj Mahal" and "an" before "iconic building." However, it uses "a" before "experience," which is incorrect. Since "experience" begins with a vowel sound, it should be "an experience." This inconsistency in article usage makes this option incorrect.
Sentence D is incorrect because it omits the definite article "The" before "Taj Mahal," and it also uses "a" before "Taj Mahal," which is not grammatically correct.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.

The coach said, “Bravo! You have played well”

((a))
The coach informed him that he played well.
((b))
The coach exclaimed that he played well.
((c))
The coach exclaimed that he had played well.
((d))
The coach praised that he has played well.

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Answer: ((c))

The coach exclaimed that he had played well.

The correct answer is: "The coach exclaimed that he had played well."

Key Points

The sentence is in indirect speech, so the verb tense needs to be changed.
"Bravo!" is not necessary in the indirect speech version.
"You" needs to be changed to "he" to refer to the person being addressed.
"Have played" needs to be changed to "had played" to reflect the past tense in the original sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

They were grateful for a bread we gave them.

((a))
They were grateful
((b))
No error
((c))
for a bread
((d))
we gave them

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Answer: ((c))

for a bread

The correct answer is 'for a bread'.

Key Points

The usage of 'a' before 'bread' is incorrect in this sentence.
'Bread' is an uncountable noun and doesn't take the indefinite article 'a' or 'an' before it.
We can say 'a piece of bread', 'a loaf of bread', 'some bread' but not 'a bread'.
Therefore, the correct phrase would be 'for the bread' or 'for some bread' depending on the context.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

Venu is a great / storyteller and can / makes up a story / on the spot.

((a))
on the spot
((b))
makes up a story
((c))
storyteller and can
((d))
Venu is a great

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Answer: ((b))

makes up a story

The correct answer is: "makes up a story."

Key Points

Modal verbs such as 'can', 'could', 'would', 'should', etc., are always followed by the base form (infinitive form without 'to') of the main verb.
In the incorrect sentence, the verb 'makes' appears after 'can'.
However, it should be the base form 'make', not the third person singular form 'makes'.
The proper construct is 'can make' and not 'can makes' because 'make' is the base form which follows a modal verb.
The correct phrase would be "Venu is a great storyteller and can make up a story on the spot".

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

Remember that misplacing verbs in their correct form could change the entire meaning or make the sentence grammatically incorrect.
Always ensure to use the correct form of the verb depending on the structure and context of the sentence.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

Mohit ordered Rohit to be honest.

((a))
Mohit said, “Rohit, you should be honest.”
((b))
Mohit said, “Rohit, you must be honest.”
((c))
Mohit said, “Rohit, you can be honest.”
((d))
Mohit said, “Rohit, you would be honest.”

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Answer: ((b))

Mohit said, “Rohit, you must be honest.”

The correct answer is: "Mohit said, 'Rohit, you must be honest.'"

Key Points

Direct speech involves quoting the exact words spoken by someone.
The sentence "Mohit ordered Rohit to be honest" is in indirect speech.
To convert it into direct speech, you need to present the statement as if Mohit is directly speaking to Rohit.
Indirect Speech: Mohit ordered Rohit to be honest.
Direct Speech: Mohit said, "Rohit, you must be honest."
In the direct speech version:
The verb "ordered" is replaced with "said."
The command "to be honest" is enclosed in quotation marks as part of Mohit's speech.
The pronoun "you" is used to indicate the person being addressed.
This transformation from indirect to direct speech involves restating the statement as a direct quote within quotation marks and specifying who is speaking and who is being addressed.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

I have not discouraged him from doing anything.

((a))
He had not been discouraged from doing anything by me.
((b))
He is not discouraging from doing anything by me
((c))
He has not been discouraged from doing anything by me.
((d))
He has not discouraged from doing anything by me.

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Answer: ((c))

He has not been discouraged from doing anything by me.

The correct answer is: "He has not been discouraged from doing anything by me."

Key Points

The sentence is in active voice with the subject "I" as the doer of the action.
To convert it into passive voice, we need to make the object "him" the subject and add a form of "be" before the past participle of the verb "discourage."
The past participle of "discourage" is "discouraged," and the correct form of "be" is "been."
Therefore, the passive voice sentence would be "He has not been discouraged from doing anything by me."

Thus, option 3 is the correct answer.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.

Ross said to Rachel, “We were on a break”.

((a))
Ross told Rachel that they used to be on a break.
((b))
Ross told Rachel that they were on break.
((c))
Ross told Rachel that they had been on a break.
((d))
Ross told Rachel that they have been on a break.

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Answer: ((c))

Ross told Rachel that they had been on a break.

The correct answer is: "Ross told Rachel that they had been on a break."

Key Points

The reported speech should be in past tense as the original sentence was in past tense.
The sentence "Ross said to Rachel, 'We were on a break'" is in direct speech.
To convert it into reported or indirect speech, we need to report what Ross said.
In the reported speech version, "said to" is replaced with "told."
The comma and quotation marks around the direct speech are removed.
"We" and "were" are changed to "they had been" to maintain the correct tense and perspective when reporting Ross's statement.
Reported Speech: Ross told Rachel that they had been on a break.
This transformation from direct to reported speech involves conveying what someone said without quoting them directly and adjusting the pronouns and verb tenses as needed.

Thus, option 3 is the correct answer.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Sita made gulab jamuns.

((a))
Gulab jamuns made Sita.
((b))
Gulab jamuns was made by Sita.
((c))
Gulab jamuns were made by Sita.
((d))
Gulab jamun is made by Sita.

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Answer: ((c))

Gulab jamuns were made by Sita.

The correct answer is: Gulab jamuns were made by Sita.

Key Points

In passive voice, the object of the active sentence becomes the subject of the passive sentence.
The verb 'made' changes to 'were made' in the passive voice (since "gulab jamuns" are plural).
The doer of the action (Sita) is mentioned after the verb in the passive voice.
The preposition 'by' is used to show the doer of the action in the passive voice.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

I haven’t / done the work yet. / I do it / later.

((a))
later
((b))
I do it
((c))
done the work yet
((d))
I haven’t

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

I do it

The correct answer is: "I do it."

Key Points

The sentence is in the present perfect tense, which indicates an action that began in the past and is still ongoing or has just been completed.
The error in this segment is that it is in the present tense ("I do it") while the rest of the sentence is in the present perfect tense ("I haven't done the work yet").
To maintain consistency in tense, it should be: "I will do it later."
This correction ensures that the entire sentence is in the future tense, which matches the intention of performing the action "later" as indicated in the context.
The correct sentence would be: "I haven't done the work yet. I will do it later."

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

Rishi and Rahul are twins / but both do not take off / the kindness and generosity / of their parents.

((a))
Rishi and Rahul are twins
((b))
of their parents
((c))
but both do not take off
((d))
the kindness and generosity

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Answer: ((c))

but both do not take off

The correct answer is: "but both do not take off".

Key Points

The error in this segment is related to the use of the negative word "not."
In English, when expressing a negative idea, it's more common to use "neither" instead of "both" in a sentence like this.
Therefore, it should be: "but neither take off."
This correction maintains the negative meaning and is grammatically accurate.
The revised sentence would be: "Rishi and Rahul are twins, but neither take off the kindness and generosity of their parents."

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.

The teacher said, “William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon.”

((a))
The teacher said that William Shakespeare have been born in Stratford-upon-Avon.
((b))
The teacher said that William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon.
((c))
The teacher said that William Shakespeare has been born in Stratford-upon-Avon.
((d))
The teacher said that William Shakespeare is born in Stratford-upon-Avon.

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Answer: ((b))

The teacher said that William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon.

The correct answer is: "The teacher said that William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon."

Key Points

In indirect speech, also known as reported speech, we report what someone else has said.
The verb "said" remains the same in both direct and indirect speech.
The quotation marks around the direct speech are removed in indirect speech.
The conjunction "that" is used to introduce the reported statement.
The verb tense in the reported statement may shift back to one tense, depending on the context.
In this case, the past tense "was born" remains the same in both direct and indirect speech because it is a historical fact.
So, the reported speech version accurately conveys what the teacher said in a grammatically correct manner.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains a grammatical error. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.

About the end of the month, the financial planning takes an extremely compromising turn.

((a))
takes an extremely compromising turn.
((b))
About the end of the month
((c))
No error
((d))
the financial planning

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

About the end of the month

The correct answer is: "About the end of the month,".

Key Points

The grammatical error in the sentence is in the introductory phrase "About the end of the month."
This phrase lacks a clear subject or verb following it, making it grammatically incomplete.
In a well-structured sentence, an introductory phrase should be followed by a subject and a verb to convey a complete thought.
A corrected version of the sentence could be: "At the end of the month, the financial planning takes an extremely compromising turn."
Choose "About" when you want to convey a broader time frame or approximation and "At" when you want to specify a precise time or location.
In this corrected version, the introductory phrase "At the end of the month" is followed by the subject "the financial planning" and the verb "takes," making it a grammatically complete sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

I hope Mom will have cook all our favourite dishes before we come into the room again.

((a))
before we come
((b))
into the room again
((c))
I hope Mom will have cook
((d))
all our favourite dishes

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

I hope Mom will have cook

The correct answer is: "I hope Mom will have cook".

Key Points

The error here is related to the use of the verb "have" in conjunction with "cook."
In this context, it should be "cooked," not "cook."
The verb "have" is used as an auxiliary verb to form the future perfect tense, which requires the past participle form of the verb "cook."
"Cooked" is the past participle form, and it is the correct choice in this context to indicate that the action of cooking the dishes will be completed before a future point in time.
The correct sentence should be "I hope Mom will have cooked all our favourite dishes before we come into the room again."

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Rahim was writing a letter.

((a))
A letter was written by Rahim
((b))
A letter was being written by Rahim
((c))
Rahim had been writing a letter.
((d))
A letter did Rahim write.

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

A letter was being written by Rahim

The correct answer is A letter was being written by Rahim.

Key Points

The passive voice is used to emphasize the action done to the subject rather than the subject performing the action.
To convert the sentence "Rahim was writing a letter" into passive voice:
Identify the subject, verb, and object.
Subject: Rahim
Verb: was writing
Object: a letter
Place the object as the new subject of the passive sentence: "A letter"
Use the appropriate form of the verb "to be" (in this case, "was being")
Add the past participle of the main verb (in this case, "written")
Include the doer (Rahim) using "by": "by Rahim"
The passive voice version of the sentence is: "A letter was being written by Rahim."
This construction emphasizes the letter being written rather than Rahim as the doer of the action.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.

“Where is your office?” Anita said to me.

((a))
Anita asked where my office were.
((b))
Anita enquired where my office was.
((c))
Anita asked where was my office?
((d))
Anita enquired about your office.

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

Anita enquired where my office was.

The correct answer is: "Anita enquired where my office was."

Key Points

Reported speech is used to convey what someone said in the past.
In reported speech, the tense of the verb often changes from the original sentence.
When reporting a question, we use an introductory verb like "asked" or "enquired" and change the word order of the sentence.
To convert the direct speech "Where is your office?" into reported speech:
Change the reporting verb (said) to an appropriate verb like "enquired" for a question.
Move the reporting verb to the past tense ("enquired").
Introduce a reporting clause ("where") to report the question.
Change the pronoun "your" to match the context of the reporting clause ("my").
Change the word order to place the subject ("my office") before the verb ("was").
The reported speech version is: "Anita enquired where my office was."

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

Saumin was polite asking for the receiver while you were busy raging.

((a))
while you were
((b))
Saumin was polite
((c))
asking for the receiver
((d))
busy raging

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

Saumin was polite

The correct answer is: "Saumin was polite".

Key Points

In this context, "politely" should be used to describe how Saumin was asking for the receiver.
The suffix "-ly" is added to the end of many adjectives to form adverbs.
Adverbs are words that modify verbs, adjectives, other adverbs, or entire sentences, and they often answer questions like "how," "when," "where," or "to what degree."
In the sentence, "Saumin was polite asking for the receiver while you were busy raging," the phrase "Saumin was polite" lacks an adverb to modify the verb "asking."
To correctly describe how Saumin was asking for the receiver in a polite manner, the adverb "politely" should be used.
Therefore, the corrected sentence would be: "Saumin was politely asking for the receiver while you were busy raging."
This correction ensures proper adverb usage and grammatical accuracy.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

She was happy to find out / that the child could lay there / all day without being disturbed / by anyone.

((a))
that the child could lay there
((b))
by anyone
((c))
all day without being disturbed
((d))
She was happy to find out

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

that the child could lay there

The correct answer is: "that the child could lay there."

Key Points

The error lies in the use of the verb "lay" when it should be "lie" in this context.
"Lay" is a transitive verb, which means it requires a direct object. It involves an action done to something or someone.
For example: "She lay the book on the table."
"Lie" is an intransitive verb, which means it does not take a direct object. It describes an action that someone or something does on its own without affecting another object.
For example: "She lies down on the sofa."
The correct sentence should be "She was happy to find out that the child could lie there all day without being disturbed by anyone."

Thus, option 1 is the correct answer.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.

A machine had been developed by Dr. John Gibbon in the US after twenty years.

((a))
Dr. John Gibbon was developing a machine in the US after twenty years.
((b))
Dr. John Gibbon developed a machine in the US after twenty years.
((c))
Dr. John Gibbon has developed a machine in the US after twenty years.
((d))
Dr. John Gibbon had developed a machine in the US after twenty years

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Dr. John Gibbon had developed a machine in the US after twenty years

The correct answer is: "Dr. John Gibbon had developed a machine in the US after twenty years."

Key Points

Active voice sentences have the subject performing the action, while passive voice sentences have the subject receiving the action.
To convert a passive voice sentence to active voice, you need to make the subject the doer of the action and put the verb in the appropriate tense.
In this sentence, the subject is "Dr. John Gibbon," and the action is "developed a machine."
Since the sentence is in the past perfect tense ("had been developed"), we need to use the past perfect tense in the active voice as well ("had developed").

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

The given sentence is divided into three segments. Select the option that has the segment with a grammatical error. If there is no error, select 'no error' as your answer.

When I turn sixty, / I will have been teaching / students for forty-one years.

((a))
No error
((b))
When I turn sixty
((c))
students for forty-one years
((d))
I will have been teaching

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

No error

The correct answer is: No error

Key Points

The tense used in the sentence is the future perfect continuous tense.
Structure: Subject + will have been + present participle (base form of the verb + -ing) + time expression.
In this tense "will have been" is the future perfect continuous auxiliary verb.
"teaching" is the present participle form of the verb "teach," which indicates an ongoing action.
"for forty-one years" specifies the duration of the action.
So, this sentence describes an action (teaching) that will continue up to a specific point in the future (when the speaker turns sixty), and it has been ongoing for a total of forty-one years at that point.
Hence, the sentence is both grammatically and conceptually correct.

Thus, option 1 is the correct answer.

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

It is a matter / of immense honour / to receive a MBA degree / from here

((a))
of immense honour
((b))
from here
((c))
to receive a MBA degree
((d))
It is a matter

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

to receive a MBA degree

The correct answer is: "to receive a MBA degree".

Key Points

The correct phrase is "to receive an MBA degree" instead of "to receive a MBA degree".
The use of the indefinite article "a" before the abbreviation "MBA" is incorrect.
The article "an" should be used before a word that starts with a vowel sound, whereas "a" should be used before a word that starts with a consonant sound.
Hence, the correct sentence should be "It is a matter of immense honour to receive an MBA degree from here."

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

I said that I would go to the temple.

((a))
I said, “I can go to the temple”
((b))
I said, “I will go to the temple”.
((c))
I said, “I went to the temple”.
((d))
I said, “I go to the temple”.

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

I said, “I will go to the temple”.

The correct answer is: "I said, 'I will go to the temple'."

Key Points

The sentence is in reported speech, so we need to change it to direct speech.
The verb tense in the reported speech (would go) changes to the future tense in the direct speech (will go).
We use quotation marks to indicate the speaker's exact words.
The pronoun "I" stays the same in both reported and direct speech.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Select the option that contains a grammatical error in the underlined portion.

I love Kolkata. It is a beautiful city located in the Bay of Bengal, symbolising the unification of assimilation of culture and integrity.

((a))
I love Kolkata. It is a beautiful city located in the Bay of Bengal, symbolising the unification of assimilation of culture and integrity
((b))
I love Kolkata. It is a beautiful city located in the Bay of Bengal, symbolising the unification of assimilation of culture and integrity.
((c))
I love Kolkata. It is a beautiful city located in the Bay of Bengal, symbolising the unification of assimilation of culture and integrity.
((d))
I love Kolkata. It is a beautiful city located in the Bay of Bengal, symbolising the unification of assimilation of culture and integrity

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

I love Kolkata. It is a beautiful city located in the Bay of Bengal, symbolising the unification of assimilation of culture and integrity

The correct answer is: "I love Kolkata. It is a beautiful city located in the Bay of Bengal, symbolising the unification of assimilation of culture and integrity**.**"

Key Points

The phrase "unification of assimilation" is redundant and grammatically incorrect.
The issue here is redundancy and a lack of clarity in the use of the words "unification" and "assimilation" together.
Both words have similar meanings related to the blending or integration of cultures or ideas, and using them together in this context is repetitive and unclear.
The correct phrase would be "assimilation of cultures" or "unification of cultures."
The sentence could also be rephrased as "It is a beautiful city located in the Bay of Bengal, symbolizing the assimilation and unification of different cultures with integrity."

Thus, option 4 is the correct answer.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.

The teacher paused and said, “Those who are tired of listening to me can go. I shall not mind it.”

((a))
The teacher ordered that those who were tired of listening to him would go and that he would not mind that
((b))
The teacher paused and then said that those who have been tired of listening to him would go and that he would not mind that.
((c))
The teacher exclaimed with a pause and then said that those who are tired of listening to me can go. I shall not mind it.
((d))
The teacher paused and said that those who were tired of listening to him could go and that he would not mind that.

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

The teacher paused and said that those who were tired of listening to him could go and that he would not mind that.

The correct answer is: "The teacher paused and said that those who were tired of listening to him could go and that he would not mind that."

Key Points

The sentence in direct speech is "Those who are tired of listening to me can go. I shall not mind it."
When changing to indirect speech, the verb tense changes from present to past and the pronouns may also change.
In this case, "can" changes to "could" and "me" changes to "him."
The reported speech is introduced by the conjunction "that."

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Could you share your car keys?

((a))
Could your car keys be shared by you?
((b))
Could your car keys be share by you?
((c))
Can your car keys be shared by you?
((d))
Could your car keys shared by you?

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

Could your car keys be shared by you?

The correct answer is: "Could your car keys be shared by you?"

Key Points

The sentence is in active voice, with the subject "you" performing the action of "sharing" the car keys.
To change it to passive voice, we need to make the object "car keys" the subject, and use the passive form of the verb "share."
The passive form of "share" is "be shared," and we need to use the modal verb "could" to maintain the polite request tone of the original sentence.
Therefore, the passive sentence becomes "Could your car keys be shared by you?"

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.

The supervisor emphasised on / the need to gather / as much information as possible.

((a))
as much information as possible
((b))
the need to gather
((c))
The supervisor emphasised on
((d))
No error

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

The supervisor emphasised on

The correct answer is: "The supervisor emphasised on".

Key Points

The correct verb to use with "need" is "emphasize" and not "emphasise on".
"Emphasize" is a transitive verb and does not require a preposition like "on".
When you want to highlight or stress a particular point or idea in a sentence, you use the verb "emphasize."
For example: "She emphasized the importance of teamwork."
The correct sentence should be "The supervisor emphasized the need to gather as much information as possible."

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.

The cat was hit with a bat.

((a))
Somebody has hit the cat by bat.
((b))
Somebody had hit the cat with a bat
((c))
Somebody hit the cat with a bat.
((d))
Somebody hits the cat with a bat.

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Somebody hit the cat with a bat.

The correct answer is:- Somebody hit the cat with a bat.

Key Points

In active voice, the subject of the sentence performs the action.
To convert a sentence from passive to active voice, the object of the sentence becomes the subject, and the verb is changed to its active form.
In this case, "cat" is the object in the passive sentence, so it becomes the subject in the active sentence.
"Hit" is changed to its active form, which is "hit."

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

Kumar could not finish the exam on time because he started lately.

((a))
Kumar could not
((b))
finish the exam
((c))
on time because
((d))
he started lately

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

he started lately

The correct answer is: "he started lately."

Key Points

The error is in the phrase "he started lately."
The correct phrase should be "he started late."
The word "lately" means "recently," while "late" means "after the expected or usual time."
This is a common mistake, as "lately" and "late" sound similar.
The correct sentence should be "Kumar could not finish the exam on time because he started late."

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

In the given sentence, several segments have been underlined. One of these underlined segments is grammatically incorrect in context of its usage in the sentence. Identify the INCORRECT segment from the following options.

The mayor stated that the city council was considering several proposals to address traffic congestion, including the introduction of a new public transportation system and the expansion of bike lanes, but he doesn't believe any of them will be effective.

((a))
but he doesn't believe any of them will be effective
((b))
including the introduction of a new public transportation system
((c))
to address traffic congestion
((d))
the expansion of bike lanes,

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

but he doesn't believe any of them will be effective

The correct answer is: "but he doesn't believe any of them will be effective."

Key Points

The verb "doesn't believe" is in the present tense, which is inconsistent with the past tense used in the rest of the sentence.
The correct verb form should be "did not believe" to match the past tense of "stated" and "was considering."
This sentence is an example of a common error called "shift in verb tense."
The sentence could be corrected by changing "doesn't believe" to "did not believe" or by changing "stated" and "was considering" to present tense verbs.
The correct sentence could be: "The mayor stated that the city council was considering several proposals to address traffic congestion, including the introduction of a new public transportation system and the expansion of bike lanes, but he did not believe any of them would be effective."

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

When did you call me?

((a))
When have I called by you ?
((b))
When was I called by you?
((c))
When was you called by me?
((d))
When were you called by me?

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

When was I called by you?

The correct answer is: "When was I called by you?"

Key Points

The sentence is in active voice with the subject "you" performing the action of calling.
To convert it into passive voice, we need to make the object of the sentence (i.e. "me") the subject and use the past participle of the verb "call" (i.e. "called").
The auxiliary verb "was" is used to form the passive voice in the past tense.
The preposition "by" is used to indicate the agent (i.e. the person or thing performing the action), which in this case is "you".

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Select the option that contains a grammatical error in the underlined portion.

Not the word was said during the general discussion about the concerns regarding these people

((a))
Not the word was said during the general discussion about the concerns regarding these people.
((b))
Not the word was said during the general discussion about the concerns regarding these people.
((c))
Not the word was said during the general discussion about the concerns regarding these people.
((d))
Not the word was said during the general discussion about the concerns regarding these people.

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Not the word was said during the general discussion about the concerns regarding these people.

The correct answer is: "Not the word was said during the general discussion about the concerns regarding these people."

Key Points

The original sentence has a grammatical error in the word placement: "Not the word was said."
The correct phrase should be "Not a word was said," ensuring the sentence maintains proper syntax.
The phrase "Not a word" accurately conveys silence or absence of speech during the discussion.
Correcting the sentence structure improves readability and grammatical correctness.

Therefore, option 3 is the correct answer.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word tasty from the given sentence:

My cordial, affectionate and kind grandmother used to make tasty pickles for us as we did not like bland ones.

((a))
kind
((b))
cordial
((c))
bland
((d))
affectionate

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

bland

The correct answer is: Bland

Key Points

Antonym of tasty is bland, which means lacking flavour.
Tasty means having a pleasant or delicious flavour. (सुखद या स्वादिष्ट स्वाद होना)
Example: The homemade chocolate cake was incredibly tasty, with its rich, decadent flavour melting in our mouths.
Bland is the opposite of tasty and means lacking taste or flavour. (स्वाद या सुगंध का अभाव)
Example: Unfortunately, the plain rice dish turned out to be quite bland, lacking any distinct flavour or seasoning.
In the given sentence, the speaker's grandmother made tasty pickles because they did not like bland ones.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

Kind: Having a friendly, considerate, and gentle nature, showing empathy and goodwill toward others. (मिलनसार, विचारशील और सौम्य स्वभाव का होना, दूसरों के प्रति सहानुभूति और सद्भावना दिखाना)
Cordial: Warm, friendly, and sincere in a polite way, often used to describe interactions or relationships. (गर्मजोशीपूर्ण, मैत्रीपूर्ण और विनम्र तरीके से ईमानदार, अक्सर बातचीत या रिश्तों का वर्णन करने के लिए उपयोग किया जाता है)
Affectionate: Demonstrating warmth, love, and tender feelings toward someone, often through physical gestures or expressions of fondness. (किसी के प्रति गर्मजोशी, प्यार और कोमल भावनाओं का प्रदर्शन, अक्सर शारीरिक इशारों या स्नेह की अभिव्यक्ति के माध्यम से)

Choose the most appropriate meaning of the underlined phrase.

In light of his financial situation, he decided to cancel his holiday plans.

((a))
Appreciation of
((b))
Because of
((c))
Poor light to be replaced
((d))
A dark room

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

Because of

The correct answer is: Because of

Key Points

The phrase "in light of" means "because of" or "due to".
In this sentence, it means that the person cancelled their holiday plans because of their financial situation.
The phrase "in light of" is often used to introduce a reason for a decision or action.
Example: In light of recent developments, the company has decided to reevaluate its marketing strategy.

Thus, option 2 is the correct answer.

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

That’s all she wrote

((a))
There is nothing more to be said
((b))
One-sided story
((c))
An unreal and imaginary story
((d))
Limited information

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

There is nothing more to be said

The correct answer is: There is nothing more to be said.

Key Points

The idiom "That's all she wrote" means that there is nothing more to be said or done about a particular situation. (इस विशेष स्थिति के बारे में कुछ और कहने या करने की कोई आवश्यकता नहीं है)
Example: I thought I had a chance to win, but when I saw the final score, I knew it was over. That's all she wrote.
This phrase is often used to indicate that a situation is over or finished and that there is no more information or action to be taken.
The phrase is typically used in informal contexts and may be considered somewhat old-fashioned or dated in some settings.
The origin of the phrase is unclear, but it may have originated in the military, where it was used to indicate the end of a mission or assignment.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

((a))
Coloquial
((b))
Recommend
((c))
Infection
((d))
Occasion

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

Coloquial

The correct answer is "Coloquial."

Key Points

Among the given options, the word in option 1 is incorrectly spelled.
The correct spelling is "Colloquial" with double 'l'.
It means informal or conversational language.(बोलचाल की भाषा)
Example: "The book was written in colloquial language, making it easy to understand for everyone."
All the other words in other options are spelled correctly.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

Option 2 (Recommend) is correctly spelled and means to suggest or endorse something.(सिफारिश करना)
Option 3 (Infection) is correctly spelled and means the invasion and multiplication of harmful microorganisms in a host organism.(संक्रमण)
Option 4 (Occasion) is correctly spelled and means a particular event or time.(अवसर)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom.

My friend was playing the devil’s advocate in the discussion

((a))
One who is composed at all times
((b))
One who pits the culprit against the lawyer
((c))
One who argues against something just for the sake of arguing
((d))
One who is good at judgement

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

One who argues against something just for the sake of arguing

The correct answer is "One who argues against something just for the sake of arguing."

Key Points

The idiom "playing the devil's advocate" means to argue against something for the sake of argument, even if you don't believe in what you're saying.
"वह जो केवल बहस करने के लिए किसी चीज़ के ख़िलाफ़ बहस करता है।"
The phrase comes from the idea of a person taking on the role of the devil's advocate in a legal proceeding, arguing against the defendant's case to test its strength.
Example: I don't really believe all that - I was just playing devil's advocate.
The friend in this context is not necessarily being malicious or trying to cause trouble, but rather is playing a role to challenge the other person's argument.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank with the synonym of the underlined word.

The designer came up with a fascinating idea. Even the professionals found it _________.

((a))
irritating
((b))
annoying
((c))
crafty
((d))
captivating

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

captivating

The correct answer is "captivating."

Key Points

The sentence suggests that the idea was so interesting that even the professionals found it interesting.
Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
"Fascinating" means something extremely interesting or charming.(आकर्षक)
Example: It was a fascinating story.
Captivating means attractive or interesting.(मनोरम)
Example: The story was so captivating that I did not even realize the time.
Thus, it is clear that the word "captivating" is a synonym of "fascinating."

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

Option 1, irritating, means causing annoyance or frustration.(चिड़चिड़ा)
Option 2, annoying, means causing irritation or displeasure.(कष्टप्रद)
Option 3, crafty, means clever or sly.(चालाक)

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

All the actors played their roles very well in the __________.

((a))
manse
((b))
marks
((c))
mosque
((d))
masque

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

masque

The correct answer is "masque".

Key Points

In the given sentence, the role played by the actors in some play has been discussed.
Now, among the given options, the correct word to use in the blank is "masque."
"Masque" means a type of play performed by masked actors.(लीला-रूपक)
Example: She enjoyed dancing and took great delight in organising masques.
Thus, it is clear that the word "masque" is the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

- Option 1, "manse", refers to a large and imposing house, especially a country house in Scotland.(पादरियों का घर)
- Option 2, "marks", could refer to grades or scores given to the actors, but it doesn't fit as well as the correct answer.(अंक)
- Option 3, "mosque", is a place of worship for Muslims and has nothing to do with the context of the sentence.(मस्जिद)

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Susceptible

((a))
Immune
((b))
Sceptical
((c))
Impressionable
((d))
Critical

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Impressionable

The correct answer is "Impressionable."

Key Points

Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
The word 'susceptible' means easily influenced or affected by something.(भावुक)
Example: She isn't very susceptible to flattery.
'Impressionable' means someone easy to influence.(प्रभावित)
Example: Children are impressionable and often believe what they are told.
Thus, it is clear that the word "impressionable" is the synonym of the word "susceptible."

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

Option 1, 'immune', means protected or resistant to something.(प्रतिरक्षा)
Option 2, 'sceptical', means doubtful or questioning.(संशयी)
Option 4, 'critical', means important or necessary.(गंभीर)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

To crow over something

((a))
To interfere in something
((b))
To revel boastfully over something
((c))
To be sensitive over something
((d))
To cry over defeat

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

To revel boastfully over something

The correct answer is "To revel boastfully over something."

Key Points

The idiom "to crow over something" means to boast or brag about something in a celebratory manner.
किसी बात का उत्सवपूर्वक बखान करना या डींगें हांकना।
The word "crow" in this context refers to the loud and proud cawing sound made by a rooster, which is often associated with victory and dominance.
This idiom is commonly used when someone is gloating or showing off about an achievement or success.
Example: After winning the championship game, the team captain couldn't help but crow over their victory to anyone who would listen.
Thus, it is clear that option 2 explains the given idiom perfectly.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in a sentence.

She enunciated each word slowly and carefully.

((a))
Chanted
((b))
Uttered
((c))
Mispronounced
((d))
Murmured

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Mispronounced

The correct answer is "Mispronounced."

Key Points

Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
"Enunciate" means to speak or pronounce words clearly and distinctly, so the opposite would be to mispronounce them.
Example: He set out to enunciate the basic principles of his system.
Mispronounce (Option 3) means to pronounce a word incorrectly.
Example: He repeatedly mispronounced the words.
Thus, it is clear that the word "mispronounce" is the antonym of the word "enunciate."

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

Chanted (Option 1) means to sing or recite in a monotonous tone.(गुणगान करना)
Uttered (Option 2) means to say or speak aloud.(बोला)
Murmured (Option 4) means to speak in a low, soft voice.(बड़बड़ाना)

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Fly off the handle

((a))
To forget something important
((b))
To lose one’s temper suddenly and unexpectedly
((c))
To fly somewhere in hurry
((d))
To make a mistake while performing a task

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

To lose one’s temper suddenly and unexpectedly

The correct answer is "To lose one's temper suddenly and unexpectedly."

Key Points

"Fly off the handle" is an idiom that means to suddenly lose one's temper.
Example: When Jack's father found out about the incidence, he really flew off the handle.
The phrase likely comes from the idea of a tool or weapon flying out of someone's hand when they lose control of it.
Other synonyms for this idiom include "blow up," "go ballistic," and "lose it."
Thus, it is clear that option 2 explains the given idiom correctly.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Adequate

((a))
Inadequate
((b))
Able
((c))
Commensurate
((d))
Sufficient

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

Inadequate

The correct answer is "Inadequate."

Key Points

Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
Adequate means sufficient or satisfactory in quantity or quality.(पर्याप्त)
Example: We have an adequate income to live on.
Inadequate is the opposite of adequate and means not sufficient or not satisfactory.(अपर्याप्त)
The prefix "in-" in inadequate negates the meaning of the root word "adequate".
Example: The information given was inadequate.
Thus, it is clear that the word "inadequate" is the antonym of the word "adequate."

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

Option 2 (Able) is not an antonym of adequate, as it means having the ability to do something.(योग्य)
Option 3 (Commensurate) is not an antonym of adequate, as it means corresponding in size or degree.(अनुरूप)
Option 4 (Sufficient) is not an antonym of adequate, as it is a synonym of adequate.(पर्याप्त)

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

Mr. Akash was caught red-handed stealing money from the cash counter.

((a))
having a negative amount in his bank balance
((b))
caught at the moment when he was doing something wrong
((c))
in a situation where people were angry with him
((d))
in a difficult situation which was hard to deal with

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

caught at the moment when he was doing something wrong

The correct answer is "caught at the moment when he was doing something wrong."

Key Points

The underlined segment means that Mr. Akash was caught in the act of stealing money.
Option 2 provides a concise and accurate substitute for this meaning.
The phrase "red-handed" is often used to describe someone caught in the act of doing something wrong.(रंगे हाथ)
Example: Rajesh was caught red-handed taking the money.
The use of the word "caught" emphasizes that Mr. Akash was apprehended while committing the theft.
Thus, it is clear that the phrase in option 2 can substitute the bracketed phrase.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Unity

((a))
Invade
((b))
Illegible
((c))
Illogical
((d))
Discord

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Discord

The correct answer is "Discord."

Key Points

Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings.
Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
"Unity" means the state of being together or joined as a whole.(एकता)
Example: There is strength in unity.
Discord is the opposite of unity, meaning disagreement or lack of harmony.(फूट)
Example: Going to school amplified the discord of my mind.
Therefore, discord is the most appropriate antonym of unity.

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

Option 1: Invade means to enter forcefully or aggressively. It is not related to the meaning of unity.(आक्रमण)
Option 2: Illegible means difficult or impossible to read. It is not related to the meaning of unity.(अस्पष्ट)
Option 3: Illogical means lacking sense or reasoning. It is not related to the meaning of unity.(विसंगत)

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in a sentence.

Andrew was a very gentle and courteous man with huge respect for everyone he worked with.

((a))
Impolite
((b))
Humble
((c))
Courageous
((d))
Refined

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

Impolite

The correct answer is "Impolite."

Key Points

The word 'antonym' means a word that means the opposite of another word.
Now, let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
The word "courteous" means polite and pleasant, showing respect for other people. (शिष्‍ट, भद्र, विनम्र और प्रीतिकर)
Example: Hina's reply was courteous but firm.
**'Impolite' fits as the antonym because it means lacking in manners or showing disrespect.(**असभ्य)
Example: Her way of responding was very impolite.
Thus, it is clear that the word "impolite" is the antonym of the word "courteous."

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

Humble (means modest or unassuming, not the opposite of gentle) (विनम्र)
Courageous (means brave or daring, not the opposite of gentle) (साहसिक)
Refined (means elegant or cultured, not the opposite of gentle) (परिशोधित)

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Enthusiasm

((a))
Vehemence
((b))
Zeal
((c))
Passion
((d))
Apathy

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Apathy

The correct answer is "Apathy."

Key Points

The word 'antonym' means a word that means the opposite of another word.
Now, let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
The word "enthusiasm" means intense and eager enjoyment, interest, or approval. (उत्साह)
Example: The kids were filled with enthusiasm when they heard about the trip.
Apathy means lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. (उदासीनता)
Example: There is widespread apathy among politicians.
Thus, it is clear that the word "apathy" is the antonym of the word "enthusiasm."

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

Vehemence means the display of strong feeling or passion; it is a synonym of enthusiasm.(उत्साह)
Zeal means great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or objective; it is a synonym of enthusiasm. (उत्साह)
Passion means strong and barely controllable emotion; it is a synonym of enthusiasm.(जुनून)

Choose the correct meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.

The trip to Europe cost us an arm and a leg!

((a))
Was cheap
((b))
Was very expensive
((c))
Cost nothing
((d))
Was more than assumed

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

Was very expensive

The correct answer is "Was very expensive."

Key Points

The idiom 'cost an arm and a leg' means something is very expensive.
कुछ बहुत महंगा.
The sentence implies that the trip to Europe was very expensive.
The idiom is a figurative expression, not to be taken literally.
Example: I'd love to buy a car, but it will cost me an arm and a leg.
Thus, it is clear that option 2 explains the idiom correctly.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

Choose the most appropriate meaning of the underlined phrase.

She knew that the best way to get into hot water was to anger her boss.

((a))
To be confused
((b))
To have a shower
((c))
To enter into a hot water pond
((d))
To get into trouble

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

To get into trouble

The correct answer is "To get into trouble."

Key Points

The phrase "to get into hot water" means to get into trouble or to be in a difficult situation.
मुसीबत में पड़ना या कठिन परिस्थिति में पड़ना।
It is an idiom that is commonly used in English language.
The phrase is used metaphorically, as hot water is associated with discomfort and trouble.
Example: If you don't finish your homework, you will get into hot water.
Thus, among the given options, option 4 explains the underlined phrase appropriately.

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

((a))
Anouncement
((b))
Eligibility
((c))
Committee
((d))
Calculation

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

Anouncement

The correct answer is "Anouncement".

Key Points

Among the given options the word in option 1 is spelled incorrectly.
The correct spelling is "Announcement" with double "n."
"Announcement" means a public or official statement about something.(घोषणा)
Example: The boss is expected to make an announcement in the next few weeks.
The other options have no spelling error.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

Option 2, "Eligibility", is spelled correctly and means the state of being qualified or entitled to something.(पात्रता)
Option 3, "Committee", is spelled correctly and means a group of people appointed for a specific function.(समिति)
Option 4, "Calculation", is spelled correctly and means the process of determining something mathematically.(गणना)

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

((a))
Lapse
((b))
Recalcitrent
((c))
Acquit
((d))
Mourning

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

Recalcitrent

The correct answer is "Recalcitrant."

Key Points

Among the given options, the word in option 2 is spelled incorrectly.
The word 'Recalcitrant' is spelled incorrectly as 'Recalcitrent'.
The correct spelling of the word is 'Recalcitrant', which means stubborn or disobedient.(अड़ियल)
Example: There is only so long the recalcitrant can stay.
Other options in the question are correctly spelled words with their respective meanings.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

Additional Information

Lapse: a temporary failure or slip-up. (व्यतीत)
Acquit: to declare someone not guilty of a crime. (बरी करना)
Mourning: the act of expressing grief for someone who has died. (शोक)

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.

Generation today has become impulsive and everything is wanted at instance.

((a))
Angry
((b))
Unknown
((c))
Thoughtful
((d))
Worthless

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Thoughtful

The correct answer is "Thoughtful."

Key Points

The given sentence implies how the generation today has become impatient.
Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
Impulsive means acting without thinking. (आवेगशील)
Example: Being impulsive is not always the right thing.
So the antonym would be thoughtful, which means considering things carefully.(विचारमग्न)
Example: You should be thoughtful of other's needs.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

Option 1) Angry means feeling or showing strong annoyance, displeasure, or hostility.(गुस्सा)
Option 2) Unknown means not known or familiar.(अज्ञात)
Option 4) Worthless means having no real value or use.(बेकार)

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Invincible

((a))
Indomitable
((b))
Surmountable
((c))
Miserable
((d))
Vulnerable

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

Indomitable

The correct answer is "Indomitable".

Key Points

Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
"Invincible" means too strong or powerful to be defeated.
इतना सशक्त या बलशाली कि पराजित न किया जा सके; अपराजेय, अजेय
Example: I am invincible.
"Indomitable" means unbeatable or impossible to defeat. (अदम्य)
It is an adjective and can be used to describe a person or thing that cannot be overcome.
Example: Despite facing numerous obstacles, the athlete displayed an indomitable spirit and went on to win the race.
Thus, it is clear that the word "indomitable" is the synonym of the word "invincible."

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

Option 2, "Surmountable", means capable of being overcome or conquered.(जीतने योग्य)
Option 3, "Miserable", means very unhappy or uncomfortable.(दुखी)
Option 4, "Vulnerable", means susceptible to physical or emotional harm.(असुरक्षित)

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

((a))
Nurture
((b))
Knight
((c))
Myght
((d))
Nature

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Myght

The correct answer is "Myght."

Key Points

Among the given options, the word in option 3 is incorrectly spelled.
"Myght" is an incorrect spelling and should be avoided in written communication.
The correct spelling is "Might" with the letter "i".
"Might" is used for saying that something is possible. (किसी बात की ‘संभावना’ का अर्थ व्‍यक्त करने के लिए प्रयुक्त)
Or it also means great strength or power. (प्रचुर बल या शक्ति)
Example: He is a mighty elephant. Or It might rain today.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

Option 1 (Nurture) means to care for and encourage the growth or development of something or someone.(पालन पोषण)
Option 2 (Knight) refers to a medieval warrior who was trained to fight on horseback.(सामंत)
Option 4 (Nature) refers to the physical world and its phenomena, including plants, animals, and landscapes.(प्रकृति)

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

Lazy

((a))
Triumph
((b))
Implore
((c))
Chide
((d))
Diligent

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Diligent

The correct answer is "Diligent."

Key Points

Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
"Lazy" means someone unwilling to work or use energy.(आलसी)
Example: She is very lazy.
Antonym of Lazy is Diligent which means hard-working and showing care in one's work.(परिश्रमी)
Example: Ram is a diligent worker our factory.

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

Option 1, Triumph, means a great victory or achievement. It is not an antonym of Lazy.(विजयोल्लास)
Option 2, Implore, means to beg someone earnestly or desperately to do something. It is not an antonym of Lazy.(प्रार्थना करना)
Option 3, Chide, means to scold or rebuke someone. It is not an antonym of Lazy.(डांटना)

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

Sunita always wears _________ clothes.

((a))
dissent
((b))
descent
((c))
decent
((d))
distant

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

decent

The correct answer is "decent."

Key Points

The sentence suggests that Sunita wears clothes that are appropriate and respectable.
Among the given options, the correct word to use in the blank is "decent."
Decent means appropriate, modest, and respectable.(सभ्य)
Example: She wore a decent shirt with blue jeans.
The word decent is an adjective and modifies the noun clothes.
Thus, the correct sentence will be:
Sunita always wears decent clothes.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

Dissent means disagreement or opposition.(मतभेद)
Descent means the act of moving downward or a person's ancestry.(उद्भव)
Distant means far away or not closely related.(दूरस्थ)

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Adroit

((a))
Clumsy
((b))
Despotic
((c))
Skilful
((d))
Sane

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Skilful

The correct answer is "Skilful."

Key Points

Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
"Adroit" means having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness.(निपुण)
Example: She was adroit at playing the piano.
Synonyms of Adroit are Skilful, Dexterous, Deft, and Proficient.
"Skilful" means (used about a person) very good at doing something. (व्‍यक्ति) कोई काम करने में निपुण; कुशल)
Example: She is very skilful when it comes to creative things.
Thus, it is clear that the word "skilful" is the synonym of the word "adroit."

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

Clumsy means awkward in movement or ungraceful.(अनाड़ी)
Despotic means exercising absolute power or control.(निरंकुश)
Sane means mentally sound or rational.(समझदार)

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Nominal

((a))
Limited
((b))
Fractional
((c))
Actual
((d))
Supposed

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Supposed

The correct answer is "Supposed."

Key Points

Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
Nominal means existing in name only, not in reality.(नाममात्र)
Example: Her title of vice president had been nominal only.
Supposed also means existing only in idea or theory, not in reality.(कल्पित)
Example: It is supposed to be a good deal.
Other synonyms for nominal include titular and symbolic.
Thus, it is clear that the word "supposed" is the synonym of the word "nominal."

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

Limited means restricted or confined.(सीमित)
Fractional means relating to or constituting a fraction or a part of a whole.(आंशिक)
Actual means existing in fact or reality.(वास्तविक)

Select the most appropriate synonym of the highlighted word.

This maxim has been used by many in the past.

((a))
adverb
((b))
maximum
((c))
proverb
((d))
phoneme

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

proverb

The correct answer is "proverb."

Key Points

Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
"Maxim" means a few words that express a rule for good or sensible behaviour. (कहावत)
Example: One maxim that should be etched into the walls of all scientific institutions is to visualize your data
A proverb is a short, well-known saying that expresses a common truth or piece of advice.(कहावत)
Example: "Actions speak louder than words" is a proverb that means it's better to do something than just talk about it.
Thus, it is clear that the word "proverb" is the synonym of the word "maxim."

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

Adverb: a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or other adverb.
Example: "quickly" is an adverb in the sentence "She ran quickly."
Maximum: the greatest amount or highest level of something.
Example: "The maximum speed limit on this road is 60 miles per hour."
Phoneme: the smallest unit of sound in a language that can change the meaning of a word.
Example: The words "cat" and "bat" differ by one phoneme (/k/ versus /b/).

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Peril

((a))
Process
((b))
Permission
((c))
Petal
((d))
Hazard

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Hazard

The correct answer is "Hazard".

Key Points

Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
"Peril" means danger or risk.(जोखिम)
Example: He faced great peril while hiking in the mountains
"Hazard" is a synonym of "peril", it means a danger or risk. (ख़तरा या जोख़िम)
Example: Smoking is a serious health hazard.
Other synonyms of "peril" include "threat", "jeopardy", and "endangerment".
Thus, it is clear that the word "hazard" is the synonym of the word "peril."

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

Option 1, "Process", means a series of actions or steps taken to achieve a particular goal.(प्रक्रिया)
Option 2, "Permission", means the act of allowing someone to do something or giving them the authority to do it.(अनुमति)
Option 3, "Petal", refers to one of the small, often colored parts of a flower that are arranged together to form the flower's bloom.(पत्ती)

Select the idiom that can substitute the underlined group of words.

All the candidates have strong determination to succeed

((a))
Flash in the pan
((b))
Raise the roof
((c))
Food for thought
((d))
Fire in their bellies

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Fire in their bellies

The correct answer is "Fire in their bellies".

Key Points

The phrase "fire in their bellies" means that someone has a strong determination or passion for something.
It is often used to describe someone who is highly motivated and driven to succeed.
कोई ऐसा व्यक्ति जो अत्यधिक प्रेरित हो और सफल होने के लिए प्रेरित हो
Example: Rajesh does not have the same fire in his belly as his brother.
In this sentence, "fire in their bellies" is a perfect substitute for "strong determination to succeed".

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Additional Information

Option 1, "flash in the pan", means something that initially shows great promise but ultimately fails to live up to expectations.
Option 2, "raise the roof", means to make a lot of noise or cause a commotion.
Option 3, "food for thought", means something that is worth considering or thinking about.

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Expiation

((a))
Atonement
((b))
Expediency
((c))
Transformation
((d))
Explanation

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

Atonement

The correct answer is "Atonement."

Key Points

Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
"Expiation" means making amends for a wrongdoing or sin.(परिशुद्धि)
Example: He went on a pilgrimage as an act of expiation for his past sins.
**"Atonement" also means the same thing, i.e., making up for a mistake or a sin.**(प्रायश्चित करना)
Atonement can also mean reconciliation between two parties or the act of making up for a mistake or a wrong decision.
Example: Most of us felt that they were on a mission of atonement.
Thus, it is clear that the word "atonement" is the synonym of the word "expiation."

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

Option 2 (Expediency) means the quality of being convenient or practical, regardless of what is morally right or wrong.(मुनाफ़ा)
Option 3 (Transformation) means a thorough or dramatic change in form or appearance.(परिवर्तन)
Option 4 (Explanation) means a statement or account that makes something clear.(स्पष्टीकरण)

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Mercy

((a))
Sternness
((b))
Compassion
((c))
Benevolence
((d))
Grace

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

Sternness

The correct answer is "Sternness."

Key Points

Let us understand the meaning of the given and the marked words:
"Mercy" means showing compassion or forgiveness towards someone.(दया)
Example: They begged for mercy.
"Sternness", on the other hand, means being strict or severe in one's actions or attitude.(कडाई)
Example: He directed the agency with the sternness of a military officer.
Thus, sternness is the opposite (antonym) of mercy.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

Option 2, Compassion, understanding or pity for somebody who is suffering.(करुणा)
Option 3, Benevolence is disposition to good. (परोपकरी, हितकामना)
Option 4, Grace means the quality of being pleasantly polite, or a willingness to be fair and honest. (अनुग्रह)

100

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.

Some look to legislation to hasten the progress of social reforms.

((a))
rely on
((b))
peek at
((c))
see
((d))
ignore

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

rely on

The correct answer is "rely on."

Key Points

The idiom "look to" means to rely on or depend on something/someone for help or support.(ध्यान रखना)
If you look to someone or something for a particular thing that you want, you expect or hope that they will provide it.
Example: We will look to do that at the same time as concluding these negotiations.
In the given sentence, the speaker is suggesting that some people believe that social reforms can be achieved faster through legislative action.
The phrase "hasten the progress" means to speed up the progress or development of something.
Thus, among the given options, option 1 explains the correct meaning of the given idiom.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

Option 2) "peek at" means to take a quick or sneaky look at something.(में झांकना)
Option 3) "see" means to perceive or notice something with your eyes.(देखना)
Option 4) "ignore" means to deliberately pay no attention to something/someone.(अनदेखा करना)

101

Select the most appropriate collocating word to fill in the blank.

Swathi and Raghav are________ friends.

((a))
bosom
((b))
hearty
((c))
tight
((d))
deep

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

bosom

The correct answer is "bosom".

Key Points

Here, the given sentence is talking about the friendship between Swathi and Raghav. Therefore, we have to find an adjective that collocates well with the word 'friends'.
Let's look at each of the options:
Bosom friends: This is an idiomatic term which usually refers to very close and intimate friends. Its usage is not as common anymore but is accurately used.
Hearty friends: The word ‘hearty’ usually collocates with words like 'meal', 'laugh', 'welcome' etc. to express that something is done warmly, enthusiastically, or fully. It's not commonly associated with 'friends'.
Tight friends: The term 'tight friends' is not generally used in standard English. It might be colloquially used in certain dialects or regions, but it's not widely accepted or understood.
Deep friends: The term 'deep friends' is likewise not typically used in English. 'Deep' would usually be used with 'conversation' or 'thought', for example, but not with 'friends'.
Taking all of these into account, the most appropriate and conventional term to use to describe a close and intimate friendship in English would be "bosom friends".
Hence, the sentence would be: "Swathi and Raghav are bosom friends."

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 1".

102

Select the correct spelling of the underlined word.

The historian arranged all the events in a cronalogical order.

((a))
chronological
((b))
coronalogical
((c))
chhronlogical
((d))
chronollagicol

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

chronological

The correct answer is "chronological".

Key Points

In the sentence, 'The historian arranged all the events in a cronalogical order,' the underlined word, 'cronalogical,' is incorrect.
The correct spelling of the word, which refers to the order of events as they happened in time, is 'chronological.'
Therefore, in the provided multiple-choice options, "Option 1".

Additional Information

'Chronological' is derived from the Greek words 'chronos' (time) and 'logos' (study), essentially meaning 'the study of time.'
When events are arranged in 'chronological order,' they are listed according to when they happened, from the earliest to the most recent.

103

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.

The claims made by the scientists at the International Science Fair turned out to be spurious.

((a))
Factitious
((b))
Predictable
((c))
Meritorious
((d))
Authentic

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Authentic

The correct answer is "Authentic".

Key Points

The sentence reads, 'The claims made by the scientists at the International Science Fair turned out to be spurious.' In this case, the underlined word 'spurious' means false or not genuine.
From the provided options, the best antonym is 'Authentic.'
The term 'authentic' means real, genuine, or not a copy or fake.
Here are the key points to consider:
'Spurious' is used to describe something that appears to be true or real but is actually false. It's often used in the context of false claims, counterfeit items, or theories that are not supported by evidence.
Option 1, 'Factitious,' is incorrect. Although 'factitious' could be construed as the opposite of 'spurious' because it refers to something that is artificially created or developed rather than natural, when it comes to the wholistic meaning, the term usually has a negative connotation, suggesting that something is fake, not genuine.
Option 2, 'Predictable', is incorrect as it doesn't relate to the concept of authenticity or falseness. 'Predictable' helps describe something expected or foreseeably happening.
Option 3, 'Meritorious', is not right because it refers to something deserving recognition or praise. It doesn’t align with the context of genuine vs. fake claims.

104

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

((a))
Calibrate
((b))
Accelarate
((c))
Proliferate
((d))
Insinuate

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

Accelarate

The correct answer is "Accelarate".

Key Points

Option 2, "Accelarate" is spelled incorrectly. The correct spelling of this word is "Accelerate."

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Additional Information

Here are the key points to consider:
Option 1, 'Calibrate', is spelled correctly. This word means 'to adjust or fine-tune a machine or instrument so it works correctly or according to certain measurements.'
Option 3, 'Proliferate', is spelled correctly. This word means 'increase rapidly in number; multiply.'
Option 4, 'Insinuate', is also spelled correctly. This word is used when one wants to express 'suggest or hint (something bad) in an indirect and unpleasant way.'

105

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

((a))
Maintain
((b))
Maiden
((c))
Incomfortable
((d))
Unhappy

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Incomfortable

The correct answer is "Incomfortable".

Key Points

Among these, Option 3) "Incomfortable" is spelled incorrectly.
The correct spelling of this word is "Uncomfortable."
It is used to indicate a lack of physical comfort; a feeling of discomfort or unease.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Additional Information

Here are the key points to consider:
Option 1, 'Maintain', is spelled correctly. This word means 'to keep in an existing state,' 'to support,' or 'to sustain.'
Option 2, 'Maiden', is also spelled correctly. This term refers to a girl or young woman, and also can denote something occurring for the first time, such as a 'maiden voyage.'
Option 4, 'Unhappy', is spelled correctly. This word means 'not happy,' 'sad,' or 'dissatisfied.'

106

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Genuine

((a))
Tangible
((b))
Curious
((c))
Spurious
((d))
Elusive

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Spurious

The correct answer is "Spurious".

Key Points

Among these, O ption 3) 'Spurious' is the best antonym for 'Genuine'.
As per this specific case, 'genuine' broadly relates to authenticity and truthfulness, and 'spurious' represents a lack of those qualities, making it a suitable antonym.
Option 3, 'Spurious', is the correct selection. 'Spurious' exactly captures the opposite meaning of 'Genuine'. It means false or fake, which is the antonym for 'Genuine'.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Additional Information

Here are the key points to consider:
The term 'Genuine' refers to anything that is true, real, or authentic. It could be a genuine answer, a genuine person, or any object that is not a copy or fake.
Option 1, 'Tangible', is not the correct choice. 'Tangible' means something that is perceptible by touch or clear and definite. This doesn't capture the opposite of 'Genuine'.
Option 2, 'Curious', is incorrect. 'Curious' means eager to know or learn something; it doesn't have any connection to the concept of authenticity.
Option 4, 'Elusive', is also not the right choice. 'Elusive' means difficult to find, catch, or achieve. This is not related to whether something is genuine or not.

107

Fill in the blank by selecting the appropriate word from the given options that would complete the collocation.

Mohsin presented a________report of the project to the Executive Officer.

((a))
inferred
((b))
sustained
((c))
levied
((d))
detailed

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

detailed

The correct answer is "detailed".

Key Points

The proper term to complete the sentence in a way that makes the most sense contextually would be "detailed".
The correct sentence: "Mohsin presented a detailed report of the project to the Executive Officer."
This is the most coherent completion because collocations are words that often go together.
In English, we usually present a 'detailed' report. A 'detailed report' implies a thorough and in-depth account of the project, which in this context, seems the most appropriate.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Additional Information

Here's why the others don't fit:
"Inferred report" - This wouldn't make sense because an 'inferred report' would suggest a report that is suggested or deduced, not directly given. Generally, when you infer something, you are making a judgement or drawing a conclusion based on what you observe or know, not presenting clear and directly observed information.
"Sustained report" - The word 'sustained' usually indicates something maintained at a certain level or rate. It is not typically used to describe a report.
"Levied report" - 'Levy' usually means impose (a tax, fee, or fine) and it doesn't not fit contextually when it comes to presenting a report.

108

Complete the following collocation.

My younger brother does not _______ enough risks in life.

((a))
defend
((b))
take
((c))
face
((d))
make

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

take

The correct answer is "take".

Key Points

The most suitable term to complete the sentence is "take."
"Take risks" - When someone "takes risks," it means they do things that have potentially negative consequences, but could also result in great rewards or advancements. This fits perfectly in the context of the sentence, making it the correct choice.
Therefore, the completed sentence would be: "My younger brother does not take enough risks in life."

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Additional Information

Let's break down the reasoning:
"Defend risks" - The word "defend" is usually used when protecting or justifying something. The phrase "defend risks" doesn't make much sense in this context. It's uncommon to use "defend" in regard to "risks."
"Face risks" - While "face" can sometimes be used with "risks," it generally implies that the risks are being imposed on the individual rather than the individual actively seeking them out.
"Make risks" - This phrase could be used, but it implies actively creating risky situations, which might not be what was intended. "Make risks" isn't as commonly used or as suitable in this context as "take risks."

109

Identify the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence.

Reef-building corals are scatered throughout the tropical and subtropical western Atlantic and Indo-Pacific oceans, generally within 30°N and 30°S latitudes.

((a))
subtropical
((b))
reef
((c))
latitudes
((d))
scatered

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

scatered

The correct answer is "scatered".

Key Points

The incorrectly spelled word in the given sentence is 'scatered'.
The correct spelling is 'scattered'.
The term 'scattered' refers to being dispersed or spread out over a large area, which is contextually appropriate for describing the distribution of the reef-building corals.
Therefore, the corrected sentence should read: "Reef-building corals are scattered throughout the tropical and subtropical western Atlantic and Indo-Pacific oceans, generally, within 30°N and 30°S latitudes."

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Additional Information

Here's a thorough explanation of the other options:
"Subtropical" - This is spelled correctly. It's a term used to describe a climate that is hotter than temperate but cooler than tropical, generally located between the tropics and the 38th parallel in both hemispheres.
"Reef" - This word is also spelled correctly. In the context of the sentence, a reef refers to a submerged ridge of rock or coral near the surface of the water.
"Latitudes" - This is also spelled correctly. It refers to the angular distance of a place north or south of the earth's equator, usually measured in degrees and minutes.

110

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Panache

((a))
Romance
((b))
Arrogant
((c))
Clumsy
((d))
Flamboyance

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Flamboyance

The correct answer is "Flamboyance".

Key Points

The most appropriate synonym for "panache" from the given options is "flamboyance".
"Panache" is a noun that refers to a flamboyant or grand way of behaving that is full of style and confidence.
"Flamboyance" - It refers to the quality of being brightly colored and showy, quite often in such a way as to be visually interesting or attractive. It also suggests a stylish, confident, and very noticeable way of behaving and typically, these traits all coincide with the definition of panache.
Therefore, 'flamboyance' is the most suitable synonym for 'panache' from the provided options, highlighting a charismatic, elaborate, and colorful demeanor.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Additional Information

Let's analyze the provided options for the synonym:
"Romance" - This word predominantly refers to a feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love or a close affectionate and passionate devotion to someone. It does not convey the meaning similar to panache.
"Arrogant" - Being arrogant involves having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities. While someone with panache may be confident, they are not necessarily arrogant, so this option isn't the best synonym of the lot.
"Clumsy" - This adjective doesn't fit at all as it implies lacking grace in movement or being awkward.

111

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank as synonym for the underlined word.

The bitterness he has harboured is not good. This __________ will harm him.

((a))
storm
((b))
hangar
((c))
danger
((d))
rancour

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

rancour

The correct answer is "rancour".

Key Points

The most suitable word to fill in the blank is "rancour".
"Rancour" refers to a long-standing bitterness or resentfulness. This is synonymous with 'harboured bitterness', so it fits the context of the sentence.
"Rancour" - As mentioned previously, this term refers to an enduring, deep-seated resentment. It's a synonym for the term under consideration, 'harboured bitterness', making it the best fit for the sentence out of the given options.
Therefore, the filler for the sentence would be: "The bitterness he has harboured is not good. This rancour will harm him."

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Additional Information

Let's analyze the provided options:
"Storm" - This term relates to a violent disturbance of the atmosphere with strong winds and usually rain, thunder, lightning, or snow.
However, figuratively, while a 'storm' can represent a tumultuous situation, it doesn't specifically convey the meaning of bitterness or resentment.
"Hangar" - A hangar is a large building with an extensive floor area, typically for housing aircraft. It's irrelevant in this context.
"Danger" - This refers to the possibility of harm or injury. It does not specifically convey the sentiment of bitterness as expressed by the term 'harboured'.

112

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

((a))
Slippers
((b))
Plecard
((c))
Banner
((d))
Monument

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

Plecard

The correct answer is "Plecard".

Key Points

The incorrectly spelled word in the provided list is "Plecard".
The correct spelling of this word is "placard." It refers to a poster or sign for public display, either fixed to a wall or carried during a demonstration.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Additional Information

Let's have a look at each of the options:
"Slippers" - This word is spelled correctly. "Slippers" are a kind of soft, comfortable shoe that are typically worn indoors.
"Banner" - This word is spelled correctly. A "banner" can refer to a long strip of cloth bearing a slogan or design, carried in a demonstration or procession or hung in a public place.
"Monument" - This word is also spelled correctly. A "monument" is a type of structure, like a building or sculpture, created to commemorate a person or event, or which has become significant for its historical, cultural, or aesthetic value.

113

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

If you want to pass this hurdle, you should _________ to what your mentor says.

((a))
listen honestly
((b))
put focus
((c))
pay ears
((d))
pay attention

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

pay attention

The correct answer is "pay attention".

Key Points

The most suitable option to fill in the blank is "pay attention".
The filled sentence would read: "If you want to pass this hurdle, you should pay attention to what your mentor says."
"Pay attention" - This is a commonly used phrase for describing the act of focusing or directing one's thoughts or gaze onto something, often to notice or understand more about the object of focus. This is contextually accurately applied when listening to a mentor, so it is the right fit.
So, in the context of the sentence, and considering the standard English usage, "pay attention" is the most appropriate choice. It stresses the importance of active and focused listening, as advice from a mentor is valuable and can help one overcome challenges or 'hurdles'.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Additional Information

Here is a detailed explanation:
"Listen honestly" - While the phrase "listen honestly" imparts a certain meaning, it is not a commonly used English phrase. Listening honestly could be understood as being open, receptive, and without bias. However, this wording isn't usually chosen for this context.
"Put focus" - The expression "to put focus on" is not quite correct in English. You might "focus on" something, but the verb "put" doesn't commonly team up with "focus" in the way intended here.
"Pay ears" - This phrase is not grammatically accurate or commonly used in English. While it is understood to mean listening, the common phrase for this action would be "lend an ear," not "pay ears."

114

Select the most appropriate antonym of the underlined word in a sentence.

A manufacturer can amplify the demand of a product by advertising widely.

((a))
enlarge
((b))
reduce
((c))
influence
((d))
transform

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

reduce

The correct answer is "reduce".

Key Points

The most appropriate antonym of the underlined word "amplify" in the sentence is "reduce".
The underlined word in the sentence is "amplify", which is generally used to demonstrate the increase or enlarging of something. In the context of this sentence, the manufacturer is increasing or boosting the demand of a product.
Reduce: This refers to the act of making something smaller in size, amount, or extent, which is the opposite of what 'amplify' signifies.
From the above explanation it is clear that both the words "amplify" and "Reduce" are antonyms to each other.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Additional Information

Now let's look at the options:
Enlarge: This is similar in meaning to 'amplify' - both entail an increase in size, power, or number. Thus, this cannot be an antonym of 'amplify.'
Influence: Although a manufacturer can 'influence' the demand of a product, this does not sit in direct contrast to 'amplify.' Influence is rather neutral and can mean changing demand in either direction, up or down.
Transform: This signifies a complete change in the form, nature, or function of something. It does not convey the opposite meaning to 'amplify' but implies a significant change, which can be in any direction, similar to 'influence.'

115

Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank.

The German Submarine __________ were not aware of the exact location of the ship.

((a))
crews
((b))
cruise
((c))
crus
((d))
cruse

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

crews

The correct answer is "crews".

Key Points

The most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank in your sentence is "crews".
A homonym is a word that has the same spelling and pronunciation as another word but has a different meaning. The blank in the sentence refers to the people who operate and maintain the German Submarine.
Crews refers to a group of people who work together, especially on a ship or aircraft. The submarine's operations would be conducted by a crew, so "crews" is the correct word in this context.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Additional Information

Now let's look at the options:
Cruise: This word can be a noun meaning a journey by sea for pleasure where the voyage itself and not the destination is most important OR it can be a verb meaning to sail about in an area without a precise destination, often as a form of recreation. This meaning is not suitable for the blank because we're talking about the people aboard the ship, not the act of the journey.
Crus: This is a somewhat obscure term and it's more related to biology and medical contexts, referring to the lower part or leg, or the lower posterior part of the human trunk. It's not suitable for this sentence.
Cruse: This means a small container or jug for liquids like oil. This term doesn't fit the sentence's context either as we want to refer to the people operating the submarine, not a container.

116

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in a sentence.

We are all appalled that these stale items are still on sale.

((a))
Honest
((b))
Delighted
((c))
Horrified
((d))
Scared

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

Delighted

The correct answer is "Delighted".

Key Points

Appalled means being filled with horror or shock. When you're appalled, you feel disgusted or horrified about something.
'Delighted' - Delighted refers to feeling or showing great pleasure. It is a positive emotional response, whereas being appalled is a strong negative emotional response. One can be delighted about something they are happy or pleased about.
Out of the options provided, the most fitting antonym for 'appalled' would be 'delighted'. When you're delighted, you're pleased and happy, and not horrified or shocked, which is the complete opposite of being appalled.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Additional Information

Let's look at each of the provided options:
'Honest' - Honest is basically an adjective meaning truthful or sincere. It does not have any connection with emotions or reactions like being appalled. So, it is not an appropriate antonym.
'Horrified' - Horrified is another word which intensifies the meaning similar to "appalled". It means to be filled with a feeling of shock and fear. So, it is not an antonym but a synonym of appalled.
'Scared' - Scared means being frightened or worried. It's a negative emotional response, much like being appalled. It does not function as an antonym to appalled.

117

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Bliss

((a))
Oblivion
((b))
Sorrow
((c))
Grief
((d))
Joy

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Joy

The correct answer is "Joy".

Key Points

"Bliss" is a noun that reflects a state of perfect happiness, typically so as to be oblivious of everything else. It's an experience of sheer joy and contentment.
Joy refers to a feeling of great pleasure and happiness, similar to bliss. When something brings you joy, it makes you feel good or happy, closely aligned with the feeling elicited by the term "bliss".
Thus, the most suitable synonym for "Bliss" among the provided options would be "Joy".

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Additional Information

Now, let's examine other options:
'Oblivion' - This term typically refers to the state of being unaware or unconscious of what's happening around oneself. It does not particularly refer to a state of happiness or joy and hence is not a synonym of "Bliss".
'Sorrow' - Sorrow indicates a feeling of deep distress caused by loss, disappointment, or other misfortune. It is quite the opposite of bliss, which is a state of perfect happiness.
'Grief' - Like sorrow, grief denotes a strong feeling of sadness, typically caused by bereavement or a loss. This is also unlike bliss, which indicates a state of extreme happiness.

118

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Chew the fat

((a))
To get into an argument
((b))
To eat a large meal
((c))
To make a difficult decision
((d))
To gossip or chat casually

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

To gossip or chat casually

The correct answer is "To gossip or chat casually".

Key Points

The idiom "chew the fat" refers to "To gossip or chat casually".
This idiomatic expression has maritime origins. In the old days of sailing, ship's crews were often served hard, dried, salted meat that had to be chewed for a prolonged time to become edible. During these long periods of munching on the tough rations, sailors would sit around and converse about a variety of topics.
Hence, "chewing the fat" came to be a phrase representing leisurely conversation or small talk, often about rumors, anecdotes or general chit-chat.
Therefore, the most suitable definition for the idiom "chew the fat" is to casually converse or gossip, which is reflected by option 4.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 4".

119

In the given sentence the underlined word may have been incorrectly spelt. Identify the option that rectifies the spelling. If there is no error in spelling, select ‘No error’.

The British Government claimed that the Jalianwala Bagh massacre was an inadvertant measure taken by the police.

((a))
inadvertent
((b))
No error
((c))
inedvartent
((d))
inadvartent

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

inadvertent

The correct answer is "inadvertent".

Key Points

The underlined word in the sentence is "inadvertant." This word is incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling is "inadvertent."
The term "inadvertent" is derived from the Latin word "advertentem," meaning "to pay attention to" or "to notice." When combined with the prefix "in-," it gains the opposite meaning.
Thus, "inadvertent" refers to an action or result that wasn't intended or planned; it happened by accident.
The sentence "The British Government claimed that the Jalianwala Bagh massacre was an inadvertant measure taken by the police" uses this term to say the massacre was an unintended consequence of police action, according to the British Government.
However, the word "inadvertant" is mis-spelled. There is a clear error in the sentence, so option 2, "No error," is incorrect.
Neither option 3 ("inedvartent") nor 4 ("inadvartent") correctly spell the word in question. They are merely other possible misspellings and do not provide the solution to this question.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 1 ("inadvertent").
Applying this, the sentence would read: "The British Government claimed that the Jalianwala Bagh massacre was an inadvertent measure taken by the police," which is grammatically correct and semantically accurate.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

120

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the following sentence.

We should align our grandiosity with conservation of biodiversity while focusing on citizentry awareness.

((a))
citizentry
((b))
grandiosity
((c))
conservation
((d))
align

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

citizentry

The correct answer is "citizentry".

Key Points

The incorrectly spelled word in the sentence is 'citizentry'.
'Citizentry' is not a recognised word in English. The correct spelling is 'citizenry', which refers to the collective body of citizens or inhabitants of a place.
'Citizenry' is used to describe the entire group of citizens in a town, city, or country.
'Grandiosity' is spelled correctly. The word means an inflated sense of one's importance or stature. It's a noun form of 'grandiose', implying that one's aspiration or actions are exaggerated to the point of being pompous or pretentious.
'Conservation' is also spelled correctly. It is the act of conserving something – for example, preventing wastage or guarding from loss or degradation.
In the context of 'biodiversity', it generally refers to ensuring the continued existence and variety of plant and animal life in the world.
'Align' is spelled properly. Usually, the word 'align' is used to indicate an arrangement in a straight line or in parallel, or to position (something) in relation to something else.
When used in relation to goals or objectives, it means to bring them into harmony or agreement.
In conclusion, the correct answer is 'citizentry' due to its incorrect spelling.
The correctly spelled version of the word is 'citizenry'.
The sentence, when corrected, would read: "We should align our grandiosity with conservation of biodiversity while focusing on citizenry awareness."

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

121

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

The state or quality of being young

((a))
Prenatal
((b))
Puberty
((c))
Youth
((d))
Solitude

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Youth

The correct answer is 'Option 3, Youth'.

Key Points

The group of words denotes the condition or period of someone's life when they are young.(यौवन).
Example: His youth was spent in hardship and poverty.
'Youth' specifically refers to the time of life when one is young. (यौवन).
Example: The country has a burgeoning youth population.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3, Youth'.

Additional Information

'Prenatal' (प्राग्भ्रूण) refers to the period before birth.
'Puberty' (यौवनावस्था) is the time in life when a child's body develops into an adult's.
'Solitude' (अकेलापन) means the state of being alone.

122

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A) The Covid-19 pandemic can be ascribed with advancing more new learning trends that are enduring, even though the pandemic is nearly over.

B) The submerging of e-learning in the educational process has resulted in an indisputable decrease in attention span.

C) E-learning or online learning is undoubtedly a trend that will persist even after the pandemic ends, simply as it provides so many benefits .

D) The attention span of learners has been restricted to 18 to 20 minutes (approx.) during the Covid-19 phase.

((a))
ABDC
((b))
DBAC
((c))
DBCA
((d))
ACBD

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

ACBD

The correct answer is 'Option 4'

Key Points

The Covid-19 pandemic, as mentioned in sentence A, sets up a crucial context for this paragraph. It introduces us to the setting in which the other events are taking place. Therefore, sentence A should be the starting statement.
Sentence C develops the idea introduced in sentence A, stating that e-learning or online learning is a trend that will persist. So it logically follows after statement A.
Sentence B introduces a negative consequent i.e., a decrease in attention span due to the adoption of e-learning. Therefore, it follows C logically.
Lastly, the precise attention span of learners during the pandemic is specified in sentence D. This serves as an example or proof of the statement made in sentence B and hence, comes after B.

Therefore, the correct arrangement is ACBD.

Additional Information

The other options fail to arrange the sentences logically.
Option 1 (ABDC) fails to develop the e-learning trend mentioned in A before discussing its negative consequence in B.
Option 2 (DBAC) starts with detailing the effect (D) before properly introducing the cause and context.
Option 3 (DBCA) also starts with the negative effect (D), which disgorges the logical flow.

123

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

P. The need of the hour is to protect and preserve the environment and the ecological balance.

Q. This menace can be fought against only by creating awareness among the people.

R. Rapid deforestation has been the main cause of environmental degradation.

S. Degradation of the environment continues unabated.

((a))
SPQR
((b))
SRPQ
((c))
SRQP
((d))
PQRS

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

SRPQ

The correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Key Points

The sentence 'S' sets the tone of the paragraph by mentioning the continuous degradation of the environment.
The sentence 'P' further talks about the urgent need in response to the problem mentioned in 'S', thus creating a logical connection.
The sentence 'Q' is about the cause, i.e., the rapid deforestation which leads to environmental degradation. Following the statement of the problem and the need, it's natural to discuss the cause.
'R', then provides the possible solution to the stated problem - creating awareness. This fits logically after the problem and its cause have been mentioned.

Therefore, the correct sequence is SPQR.

Additional Information

The option '2' PQRS does not logically follow as it starts with a statement about the need of the hour, but doesn't describe what the problem is until we reach 'S'.
Option '3' QRPS seems to start from the middle where it talks about the cause and remedy, yet we do not see the initial mention of a problem until 'P' and 'S'.
'4' QPSR can't be the correct answer as it starts with a solution to fight against deforestation but the problem is addressed later in 'P' and 'S' which breaks the flow of the paragraph.

124

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks.

Sloths are the tree climbing ________ of the south and central American rain forests. They live their lives like they are on a permanent ________ as they creep slowly.

((a))
resident; rest
((b))
habitant; recess
((c))
locals; quit
((d))
natives; vacation

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

natives; vacation

The correct answer is 'Option 4'

Key Points

The sentence is about sloths, a species of mammals known for their slow movement and their tree-dwelling lifestyle in the south and central American rain forests.
The best word to describe inhabitants native to a particular place is "natives". Hence "natives" is the appropriate choice for the first blank, which refers to the sloths' natural habitat.
In the second blank, we need a phrase that implies leisure, relax or free time, suggesting the sloth's slow, leisurely pace of life. The term "vacation" fits this context ideally as it conveys a sense of extended rest or leisure time.
The use of these terms, "natives" and "vacation", completes the sentence forming a metaphorical but accurate depiction of the sloth's characteristic lifestyle.
The options "resident", "habitant", "locals", and "quit" or "rest" or "recess" don't provide the same level of symbolic imagery, making them less suitable than "natives" and "vacation".

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Option 4'.

Additional Information

"Resident" is a less precise term than "native." While a resident lives in a particular location, the term doesn't necessarily imply that they are originally from or adapted to that environment in the way "native" does.
"Habitant" is another term for an inhabitant, but the term is less common and not as evocatively descriptive as "native."
"Locals" might seem a viable equivalent to "natives", still it lacks the inherent idea of belonging and adaptation conveyed by "natives."
"Quit" implies stopping something entirely which is not the case here - sloths don't stop moving, they just move slower.

125

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks.

In order to promote __________ culture and tradition, the government has decided to take up this new ___________ even though it would cost them a/an _________ amount of money and resources.

((a))
inordinate; itinerary; insignificant
((b))
indigenous; initiative; substantial
((c))
ingenuous; integration; minuscule
((d))
innocuous; formulation; brilliant

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

indigenous; initiative; substantial

The correct answer is 'Option 2'

Key Points

In the given sentence, the first blank requires a term that refers to local or original culture. "Indigenous" is the most appropriate term in this context, capturing the meaning of a culture native to a certain area.
For the second blank, the word that fits best is one that denotes a new course of action or plan put in place. "Initiative" is such a term, as it refers to a new plan or strategy intended to accomplish a particular goal, in this case, the promotion of the indigenous culture.
Lastly, the phrase a/an _________ amount of money and resources" appears to imply a significant or large financial expenditure. A 'substantial' amount would properly convey this significant investment.
The sentence seems to imply that the government even knowingly takes up this program despite it having a high cost, which again supports 'substantial'.

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

Additional Information

The terms present in 'Option 1', 'inordinate' and 'itinerary', do not make sense in this context. 'Inordinate' means excessive or unnecessary, and 'itinerary' refers to a planned route or journey, both of which do not fit the context of the sentence.
In 'Option 3', 'ingenuous' and 'integration' do not fit the context. 'Ingenuous' refers to a quality of being innocent or naive, and 'integration' refers to the process of unifying or merging different elements or things.
In 'Option 4', 'innocuous' refers to something harmless, and 'formulation' refers to the creation or design of something, both of which are not suitable for the blanks in this sentence. 'Brilliant' as an adjective for an amount does not make sense.

126

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

A person who lacks competence and experience

((a))
Proselyte
((b))
Expert
((c))
Immature
((d))
Amateur

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Amateur

The correct answer is 'Amateur'.

Key Points

The group of words describes a person who lacks skills and experience in a particular task or field.
This idea is encapsulated in the English word 'Amateur', and in Hindi, it is referred to as 'Shaukiya' (शौकिया).
Example: Despite being an amateur, he showed great potential.
'Amateur' signifies a person who does something for enjoyment and doesn't have formal training or experience. In Hindi, it's called 'Shaukiya' (शौकिया).
Example: He's an amateur golfer who plays for the love of the game.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4, Amateur'.

Additional Information

'Proselyte' (नया धर्म स्वीकार करने वाला) is a person who has converted from one opinion, religion, or party to another.
'Expert' (विशेषज्ञ) is someone who is very knowledgeable or skillful in a particular area.
'Immature' (अपरिपक्व) refers to someone who isn't fully developed in the body or mind.

127

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

(a) While the societal, environmental, political and economical factors are somewhat impossible to control, technology is becoming the prime concern for the aviation industry.

(b) Although air travel is still the preferred mode for long-distance journeys, the tables might turn on the sector if it fails to adapt and align with the latest technologies.

(c) With futuristic, alternate travel modes such as Hyperloop, with the growing prominence of the highly sophisticated AR/VR technology, the aviation industry is in a rather dynamic state.

(d) There are five major drivers of the changing aviation industry – Society, Environment, Politics, Economy and Technology

((a))
abcd
((b))
dbca
((c))
acbd
((d))
dacb

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

dacb

Correct Answer: The correct answer is 'Option 4' i.e., dacb.

Key Points

The main theme of the paragraph is about the challenges facing the aviation industry and how technology plays a vital role in it.
The paragraph logically starts with sentence (d) as it sets the overarching context by introducing the five major drivers of changes in the aviation industry.
Following this, sentence (a) suitably provides detail on one of the five previously mentioned factors, specifically technology, indicating its importance within the aviation industry.
Sentence (c) should then follow as it expands on the technology component laid out in sentence (a), listing examples of disruptive technologies like Hyperloop and AR/VR which are bringing the aviation industry into a dynamic state.
The final sentence, (b), then captures the potential fallout for the aviation industry if it fails to align and adapt to the latest technologies.

Therefore, the correct sequence is dacb. Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Option 4'.

Additional Information

Option 1 (abcd) doesn’t capture the context well as it presents the technology factor prior to the introductory note of all influencing factors.
Option 2 (dbca) is wrong because it brings forward the repercussions of not adapting to new technology before introducing and detailing the role of the technology.
Option 3 (acbd) initiates the paragraph focusing only on the technological aspect, leaving the other influential factors unattended before mentioning possible consequences of failing to adapt.
Option 5 states that the correct answer is 'Option 4' which, in this case, indeed is the right answer providing the most coherent structure for the given sentences.

128

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A. People feel stressed due to multiple reasons in life. Some people’s failure in their personal lives affects their professional lives and vice versa.

B. There should be a balance between these two; however, it is not as simple as it sounds.

C. People give a lot of importance to physical fitness but what one needs to understand is that mental health, which is being neglected, is as important as physical health.

D. If anyone feels he is under stress and strain, he/she should talk to friends, colleagues and family. If mental health starts getting worse, reaching out a therapist is the best option because one can get adequate support to overcome difficulties.

((a))
BDAC
((b))
CABD
((c))
BCAD
((d))
ABCD

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

CABD

The correct answer is 'CABD'.

Key Points

Sentence 'C' begins the discussion by raising attention towards the generally neglected aspect of health, which is mental health, making it the ideal starting point.
Sentence 'A' then expands on what typically leads to stress, disruption in either personal or professional lives — this naturally follows 'C'.
Sentence 'B' presents the complexity of balancing personal and professional life after we understand the causes of stress from 'A'.
Sentence 'D' then provides advice on how to handle the stress and pressure once we acknowledge the balance complexity.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

Maintaining a balance between personal and professional life can significantly improve mental health, preventing the strain caused by excessive stress.

129

Some sentences are given below. While the first and the last sentences (1 and 2) are in the correct order, the sentences in between are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

Holidays at proper intervals are especially necessary for everyone.

A. It all depends upon that, for holidays maybe misused.

B. A short holiday rightly used, will send us back to our work with renewed zest.

C. We should get away into the pure air of the country.

D. We should avoid unhealthy amusements and get plenty of refreshing sleep.

Sometimes, a change of occupation gives us enough rest and enjoyment.

((a))
BADC
((b))
BACD
((c))
BCDA
((d))
BCAD

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

BACD

The correct answer is 'BACD'.

Key Points

Sentence 'B' emphasizes the rejuvenating aspect of well-used short holidays.
Sentence 'A' introduces a caveat that holidays could also be misused.
Sentence 'C' suggests spending holidays in the countryside for maximum benefit.
Sentence 'D' advises avoiding unhealthy activities and prioritizing sleep during holidays.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

Utilization of holidays in the right way can help manage stress, boost mood, and maintain mental health.

130

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A) Human rights are standards that recognise and protect the dignity of all human beings.

B) Individuals also have responsibilities: in using their human rights, they must respect the rights of others.

C) Human rights law obliges governments to do some things and prevents them from doing others.

D) Human rights govern how individual human beings live in society and with each other, as well as their relationship with the State and the obligations that the State have towards them.

((a))
ADCB
((b))
DCBA
((c))
DACB
((d))
ACBD

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

ADCB

The correct answer is 'ADCB'.

Key Points

Sentence 'A' introduces the concept of human rights as standards that uphold the dignity of all people - making it the ideal starting point.
Sentence 'D' follows logically from 'A', giving a more specific notion of the application of human rights in different contexts.
Sentence 'C' extends from 'D', explaining how these rights impose duties and restrictions on governments.
Sentence 'B' finally highlights individuals' responsibilities towards these rights, acting as a balancing aspect to the state obligations discussed in 'C'.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

Additional Information

Understanding human rights and our responsibilities towards them promotes an environment of respect and helps foster healthy social interactions.

131

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words/phrase.

An extra profit or allowance additional to a main income etc

((a))
perplexity
((b))
persecute
((c))
perquisite
((d))
persevere

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

perquisite

The correct answer is 'Option 3, Perquisite'.

Key Points

The phrase describes an extra benefit or profit that is received in addition to the main income, which is commonly known as a 'Perquisite' in English.(वेतन के अतिरिक्त लाभ).
Example: The use of a company car is a perquisite of the job.
'Perquisite' is a special right or privilege that comes with a job. It’s an added benefit over and above the salary.(वेतन के अतिरिक्त लाभ).
Example: Free meals at work is a perquisite many employees enjoy.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3, Perquisite'.

Additional Information

'Perplexity' (उलझन) refers to a state of confusion or bafflement.
'Persecute' (उत्पीड़न करना) means to subject someone to hostility and ill-treatment
'Persevere' (दृढ़ता से कार्य करना) denotes persistence in doing something despite difficulties or delay in achieving success.

132

Substitute one word for the given expression.

He was arrested for the murder of the king

((a))
suicide
((b))
fratricide
((c))
homicide
((d))
regicide

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

regicide

The correct answer is 'Option 4, Regicide'.

Key Points

The expression "the murder of the king" describes an act of killing a king. In English, this act is referred to as 'Regicide'. In Hindi, it is referred to as 'Rajyahan' (राज्यहन).
Example: The monarch's reign ended with regicide.
'Regicide' refers to the act of killing a king. In Hindi, it's called 'Rajyahan' (राज्यहन).
Example: The history book covered the infamous regicide that plunged the country into chaos.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4, Regicide'.

Additional Information

'Suicide' (आत्महत्या) is the act of intentionally causing one's own death.
'Fratricide' (भाईवध) refers to the act of killing one's brother.
'Homicide' (नरहत्या) is the act of one human killing another.

133

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A. The celebration is held in Kasol's icy climate, where a bonfire serves as a bonus to create the ideal balance of warmth and coolness.

B. It is an unforgettable experience for everyone, listening to the beats performed by renowned DJs while watching young and brilliant vocalists perform live.

C. Himachal Hills Festival is one such festival that mostly focuses on music and serves as a matter of pride for the people of Kasol.

D. The festival lasts for more than one day, extending into the last two days of the year (30th and 31st December) which is contrary to the majority of fairs and celebrations in India.

E. For party animals, it is a blessing, as the festival is a perfect blend of music, bonfire and cold weather.

((a))
BACDE
((b))
CABDE
((c))
CBADE
((d))
ACBDE

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

CABDE

The correct answer is 'CABDE'.

Key Points

Sentence 'C' introduces the topic - the Himachal Hills Festival- which makes it a suitable starting point for the paragraph.
Sentence 'A' describes characteristics of the festival, building on the introduction from 'C'.
Sentence 'B' adds more detail about the festival’s attractions, and hence logically follows 'A'.
Sentence 'D' provides information about the festival's duration, which elaborates on the context given in 'B'.
Sentence 'E' wraps up the paragraph by highlighting why the festival is attractive to party enthusiasts, which gives the paragraph a rounded conclusion.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

The Himachal Hills Festival offers a unique combination of music, cultural festivities, and the breathtaking natural beauty of Kasol - making it an iconic event in India's cultural landscape.

134

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

A person dealing with antiques

((a))
Antiquarian
((b))
Trader
((c))
Peddler
((d))
Archaeologist

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

Antiquarian

The correct answer is 'Option 1, Antiquarian'.

Key Points

The phrase "a person dealing with antiques" describes someone professionally involved with the collection, study, or selling of antiques. The term 'Antiquarian' encapsulates this in English.(प्राचीन वस्तुओं का व्यापारी).
Example: She visited the local antiquarian in search of some old, rare books.
'Antiquarian' refers specifically to a person who collects or deals in antiques.(प्राचीन वस्तुओं का व्यापारी).
Example: The antiquarian carefully restored the antique furniture.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1, Antiquarian'.

Additional Information

'Trader' (व्यापारी) is someone who buys and sells goods or assets.
'Peddler' (फेरीवाला) is a person who goes from place to place selling small goods.
'Archaeologist' (पुरातत्वविद्) is a person who studies human history through the excavation of sites and the analysis of artifacts.

135

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

The quality of admiring oneself too much, especially one’s appearance

((a))
Hermaphroditism
((b))
Existentialist
((c))
Narcissism
((d))
Sensationalism

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Narcissism

The correct answer is 'Narcissism'.

Key Points

The phrase "The quality of admiring oneself too much, especially one's appearance," is describing the trait of being excessively self-obsessed, which is termed 'Narcissism' in English. In Hindi, this is referred to as 'Aatm-Prema' (आत्मप्रेम).
Example: She left him because his narcissism left no room for a mutual relationship.
'Narcissism' as a personality attribute implies excessive self-admiration and self-centeredness. In Hindi, it's called 'Aatm-Prema' (आत्मप्रेम).
Example: He was a clear example of a leader with narcissism, always prioritizing his own desires.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3, Narcissism'.

Additional Information

'Hermaphroditism' (उभयलिंगी) is the condition of having both male and female reproductive organs.
'Existentialist' (अस्तित्ववादी) is a person who follows existentialism, a philosophical theory that emphasizes individual existence, freedom, and choice.
'Sensationalism' (सनसनीखेज वृत्तियाँ) is the use of exciting or shocking stories or language at the expense of accuracy to provoke public interest or excitement.

136

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

I inherit all that humanity __________ during tens of thousands of years and to all that it has thought, felt and suffered.

((a))
have achieved
((b))
has achieved
((c))
were achieving
((d))
are achieving

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

has achieved

The correct answer is 'has achieved'.

Key Points

The clause "all that humanity ___ during tens of thousands of years" refers to an accumulation of achievements up until the present.
To represent this ongoing past-to-present timeline, we usually use the present perfect tense.
We use the singular form of the verb when the subject is a collective noun, such as "humanity".
Thus, using "has" is grammatically correct.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

Option 1 "have achieved" is incorrect because "humanity" is considered a singular entity, and "have" would imply a plural.
Option 3 "were achieving" is incorrect because it implies a specific past continuous action, not a continuing achievement from the past to present.
Option 4 "are achieving" is incorrect because it refers to an ongoing action in the present, not one that spans from the past to the present.

137

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

Can you please stop _________ it’s me who keeps messing up the work?

((a))
assuring
((b))
amusing
((c))
adopting
((d))
assuming

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

assuming

The correct answer is 'assuming'.

Key Points

The verb "assuming" fits best in this context as it denotes the act of accepting something to be true without proof, which aligns with the speaker being wrongly blamed for errors.
None of the other options 'assuring', 'amusing', or 'adopting' make logical sense in the given context.
The use of 'assuming' indicates that the speaker believes the listener is making an unfounded judgement about the situation, and they would like the listener to stop.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4, 'assuming'.

Additional Information

'Assuring' implies giving confidence but doesn't fit in the context of someone being blamed for mistakes.
'Amusing' typically involves entertainment or laughter, which is not relevant here.
'Adopting' is a process of taking up or starting to use something, again not applicable to the context of the sentence.

138

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

An incidence causing damage or suffering

((a))
Apostrophe
((b))
Philanthropy
((c))
Catastrophe
((d))
Commencement

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Catastrophe

The correct answer is 'Catastrophe'.

Key Points

The group of words "An incidence causing damage or suffering" refers to a sudden event causing significant harm or suffering.(आपदा).
Example: The oil spill was a catastrophe for the local wildlife.
'Catastrophe' refers to a large-scale disaster, misfortune, or failure. (आपदा).
Example: Losing their largest client was a catastrophe for the company.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

Additional Information

'Apostrophe' (अपोस्ट्रोफी) is a punctuation mark used to indicate either possession or the omission of letters or numbers.
'Philanthropy' (परोपकारिता) refers to the desire to promote the welfare of others, typically through donation and charitable activities.
'Commencement' (आरंभ) signifies the beginning or start of something.

139

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

A secret agreement especially in order to do something dishonest or deceive people

((a))
Collision
((b))
Collocation
((c))
Colloquy
((d))
Collusion

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Collusion

The correct answer is 'Option 4, Collusion'.

Key Points

The group of words "A secret agreement especially in order to do something dishonest or deceive people" is described in English as 'Collusion'. (मिलीभगत).
Example: The two rival companies were found to be in collusion.
'Collusion' refers to secretive cooperation or conspiracy, especially for deceitful or fraudulent purposes.(मिलीभगत).
Example: The investigation revealed collusion between politicians and corporations.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4, Collusion'.

Additional Information

'Collision' (संघर्ष) is an instance of one moving object or person striking violently against another.
'Collocation' (सहस्थिति) refers to the habitual juxtaposition of a particular word with another word or words with a frequency greater than chance.
'Colloquy' (संवाद) denotes formal conversation or dialogue.

140

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence.

A computer has software to collect and store items in a hidden space.

((a))
cache
((b))
virus
((c))
hack
((d))
cookies

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

cache

The correct answer is 'cache'.

Key Points

The sentence describes the function of a computer to gather and preserve data in a hidden or reserved space.
The term 'cache' aligns perfectly with these functions, referring to a hardware or software component that stores data so future requests for that data can be served faster.
None of the other options, such as 'virus', 'hack', or 'cookies', fully capture this specific meaning.
'Virus', 'hack', and 'cookies' all deal with data in some sense but don't exclusively pertain to storing data for faster access.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1, 'cache'.

Additional Information

A 'virus' is a type of malicious software that self-replicates and spreads to other computers, which does not fit this context.
A 'hack' refers to unauthorized access to a computer system and is not relevant to this scenario.
'Cookies' are small files stored on the user's computer by a web browser, typically containing user information or browsing history. While they do involve data storage, their application and purpose are not as broad as what is described in the sentence.

141

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence.

At the sanctuary, the flamingos were kept in a large bird’s cage.

((a))
an aviary
((b))
an apiary
((c))
an agape
((d))
an almery

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

an aviary

The correct answer is 'an aviary'.

Key Points

The most appropriate word for the given group of words 'a large bird’s cage' is 'Aviary'.
It means 'a large cage or area in which birds are kept'. (पक्षीशाला)
Example: The zoo has a new outdoor aviary.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 1.

Additional Information

Let's look at the meaning of other words:

Apiary: a place where bees are kept.
Agape: Love that is wholly selfless, spiritual, and unworldly, often associated with Christian love.
Almery: A cupboard or chest in a church to store alms for the poor.

142

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Select the option that gives their correct logical sequence.

P. In the 21st century, however, this no longer holds true as the expectations of organisations have changed.

Q. The concept of the job in the 20th century was often equated with toil.

R. In order to meet these changed expectations, employees need commitment and access to continuous learning.

S. They demand more creativity and expertise and want employees to be responsible for both, outputs and outcomes

((a))
RSQP
((b))
QPRS
((c))
SPQR
((d))
SQPR

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

QPRS

The correct answer is 'QPRS'.

Key Points

The sentence Q sets the stage by discussing the concept of a job in the 20th century as often equated with toil. This is the natural starting point as it provides a basis for comparison for further points.
Sentence P follows logically from Q as it contrasts the 20th-century concept with the 21st century's situation, stating that the expectations of organizations have changed in the current time.
Then comes sentence R which states that to meet these expectations, employees require commitment and access to continuous learning.
Finally, sentence S is the logical conclusion as it provides what exactly organizations now demand from their employees namely more creativity, expertise and responsibility for outputs and outcomes.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

143

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

[A] India is no longer on her knees for boons; she is on her feet for rights.

[B] Indian dress, Indian food, Indian ways, Indian customs are all looked on as second rate; Indian mother-tongue and Indian literature cannot make an educated man.

[C] The greatest injury British rule has done to Indians is to deprive them of the natural instinct born in all free people, the feeling of an inherent right to self-determination, to be themselves.

[D] Indians as well as Englishmen take it for granted that the natural rights of every Nation do not belong to them; they claim, “a larger share in the government of the country”, and they are expected to feel grateful for ‘boons’ of concession.

[E] Thank God that India’s eyes are opening; that myriads of her people realise that they are men, with a man’s right to freedom in his own country, a man’s right to manage his own affairs.

((a))
DECAB
((b))
CBDEA
((c))
BADEC
((d))
CABED

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

CBDEA

The correct answer is 'CBDEA'.

Key Points

Sentence C is the logical starting point as it provides the central argument that British rule has done significant damage to Indians because they have been deprived of the natural instinct of self-determination.
Following from the claim in sentence C, sentence B further outlines the specific manifestations of this deprivation: the looking down upon Indian dress, food, customs, language, and literature.
From this point, sentence D provides a clear bridge, noting this deprivation has led to a situation where both Indians and Englishmen assume that the natural rights of the nation don't belong to Indians.
Sentence E can be seen as an immediate follow-up to sentence D as it introduces a shift in mentality. It mentions that Indians are gradually realizing their rightful demand for freedom and self-governance in their own country.
Finally, sentence A provides a satisfying closure to the paragraph with its declarative note that India has moved from asking for boons, as mentioned in sentence D, to standing up for her rights, following from the idea introduced in sentence E.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

144

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence.

The King ordered to build a storage room in a public building for outdoor clothes and luggage.

((a))
a cloakroom
((b))
an almirah
((c))
a wardrobe
((d))
a closet

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

a cloakroom

The correct answer is 'a cloakroom'.

Key Points

A cloakroom typically refers to a room in a public building where coats, bags, and other personal belongings can be left temporarily.
This directly aligns with the idea of a "storage room in a public building for outdoor clothes and luggage" described in the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

Additional Information

An almirah is a free-standing cupboard or wardrobe, often used in residential settings.
A wardrobe and a closet refer to a space for hanging or storing clothes, typically in a bedroom, rather than a public building.

145

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words/phrase.

Eternal; lasting forever or indefinitely

((a))
permit
((b))
perplex
((c))
perpetual
((d))
perpetrate

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

perpetual

The correct answer is 'perpetual'.

Key Points

'Perpetual' implies something that is ongoing or continuous without any end.
This meaning aligns perfectly with the given phrase, "Eternal; lasting forever or indefinitely".
The term 'perpetual' is often used in contexts where something is characterized by a continuity, incessancy, or endlessness that stretches beyond normal temporal limitations.
By using 'perpetual', the sentence can maintain the idea of something everlasting or forever but with more conciseness and precision.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

The other options given don't fit the required meaning.
Permit means to allow something,
Perplex means to cause someone to feel confused,
perpetrate' means to commit a harmful, illegal, or immoral action.

146

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

Can you please stop ________ down my neck for completing the work? I'll finish it as soon as I can.

((a))
beating
((b))
breathing
((c))
sitting
((d))
watching

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

breathing

The correct answer is "breathing".

Key Points

The phrase "breathing down my neck" is an idiomatic expression in English.
This phrase is often used to describe someone who is closely monitoring or pressuring someone else, frequently to the point of discomfort.
In this context, the speaker is asking the other person to stop pressuring or hovering over them for the completion of the work.
The other options 'beating', 'sitting', and 'watching' do not commonly form an idiomatic expression with "down my neck" in the English language and hence are incorrect.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

147

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

a. Because of this, the city's sewers, the lifeblood of the city, are disrupted.

b. All of this plastic trash clogs up the soil and suffocates the wetland ecosystem.

c. According to a recent study, around 250 tonnes of plastic waste are produced daily by major urban colonies alone.

d. It is unfortunate that millions of people come home every day carrying brightly coloured plastic bags full of merchandise.

((a))
d, b, a, c
((b))
c, a, b, d
((c))
a, b, c, d
((d))
a, c, b, d

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

c, a, b, d

The correct answer is "c, a, b, d".

Key Points

Sentence 'c' introduces the problem appropriately, stating that a massive quantity of plastic waste is produced daily.
Sentence 'a' logically follows 'c' as it explains one of the negative impacts of this enormous quantity of plastic waste, disrupting the city's sewers.
Sentence 'b' provides additional information about the scope of the harm caused by the plastic waste, which includes not only disruption to the city's sewers but also suffocating the wetland ecosystem.
Sentence 'd' concludes the paragraph perfectly by highlighting a primary cause for this problem—alluding to people's widespread use of plastic bags.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

148

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

The implementation of various schemes to fight the __________ of malnutrition in children requires planning, co-ordination and monitoring.

((a))
grimace
((b))
solace
((c))
embrace
((d))
menace

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

menace

The correct answer is "menace".

Key Points

"Menace" refers to a person or thing that is likely to cause harm; it aligns well with the notion of malnutrition being a threat to children's well-being.
Other options are inappropriate due to their meanings not fitting the context of combating or addressing a serious health issue.
Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Additional Information

Grimace: Expressing a facial expression typically denoting disgust, pain, or amusement**.**
Solace: Comfort offered in a time of distress.
Embrace: To accept willingly or enthusiastically, which contradicts the context of combating an issue.

149

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

The TV _____________ of the incident was extremely poor.

((a))
coverage
((b))
scope
((c))
compassing
((d))
sweeping

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

coverage

The correct answer is "Coverage".

Key Points

"Coverage" specifically refers to the treatment of news or information in media, making it the most suitable choice for this context.
The other options do not naturally fit in the context of media reporting or the manner in which an event is broadcast or shared with the audience.
Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Additional Information

Coverage: Refers specifically to the way in which news and events are reported by the media.
Scope: While it relates to the extent or range of something, it doesn't specifically address the quality of media reporting.
Compassing: Not a standard term in the context of media reporting.
Sweeping: Describes broad actions or statements, not the quality of reporting.

150

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

P. An extensive body of research demonstrates the business benefits of flexible working.

Q. Flexible work is still regarded as an add-on, something we do for mothers for a few months when they are back from parental leave.

R. Yet despite this overwhelming evidence, access to flexible work and careers is not widespread.

S. But in the face of rapid changes to the way we work, organisations need to move beyond just having policies for flexible working or making ad-hoc adjustments for certain individuals.

((a))
PQRS
((b))
PRQS
((c))
SRPQ
((d))
QSRP

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

PRQS

The correct answer is 'PRQS'.

Key Points

Sentence P offers a strong start by introducing a general statement regarding the business benefits of flexible working, based on extensive research.
R expands on this point by addressing a contradiction, which is the lack of widespread access to flexible work, despite the presented evidence.
Q then furthers the argument by providing a reason for this contradiction - flexible work is generally viewed as a temporary solution for mothers returning from parental leave.
Finally, S provides a logical conclusion, suggesting that organizations should move beyond ad-hoc solutions and policies, and adopt flexible working strategies due to the rapid changes in the way we work.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

The Ph.D degree is the most (1)_____ degree of any university. The quality of a Ph.D is of utmost importance as it brings prestige and (2)______ towards creating an ambience of innovation through research. It provides a platform for innovative thinking along with higher (3)______ qualification. (4), the university maintains the quality at a very high level. The programme (5) that it is not an end in itself, but a means for a fruitful research career.

151

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

((a))
intelligent
((b))
attractive
((c))
important
((d))
fashionable

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

important

The correct answer is 'important'.

Key Points

In the context, the sentence is describing the level of a Ph.D. degree, and it needs a term that signifies its stature or rank in the education system.
The Ph.D. degree is considered the highest and most significant degree one can attain in a university, hence 'important' accurately portrays this status.
The word 'important' rightly emphasizes the critical role and value of a Ph.D. in academia and research.
Therefore, using 'important' makes the sentence read as "The Ph.D degree is the most important degree of any university," which logically fits and provides a coherent meaning.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

'Intelligent': It's not appropriate as it refers to the capability of an individual, not a degree.
'Attractive': Would suggest the degree is compelling or appealing, but it's not the best fit in the context of emphasizing the high rank of the degree.
'Fashionable': Implies that the degree is currently in vogue or popular, but it does not reflect the significance of a Ph.D.

152

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

((a))
contributes
((b))
goes
((c))
efforts
((d))
develops

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

contributes

The correct answer is 'contributes'.

Key Points

The context is about how the quality of a Ph.D degree impacts the atmosphere of innovation.
'Contributes' means to give in order to help achieve or provide something. So, in the context, it is implying that the quality of a Ph.D gives towards creating an ambience of innovation.
'Contributes' logically fits in the sentence as it suggests that the prestige brought by the high quality of a Ph.D aids in establishing such an innovative environment.
Therefore, the usage of 'contributes' makes the sentence read as "The quality of a Ph.D is of utmost importance as it brings prestige and contributes towards creating an ambience of innovation through research," which makes complete sense in the given context.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

Additional Information

'Goes': Commonly used to depict movement, not applicable in this context.
'Efforts': Not apt in this instance as efforts refer to physical or mental activity needed to achieve something.
'Develops': Typically used to indicate the process of growth or formation, it doesn't fit here.

153

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

((a))
skill-based
((b))
academic
((c))
technical
((d))
professional

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

academic

The correct answer is 'academic'.

Key Points

The context in which blank 3 falls is pertaining to a Ph.D providing a platform for innovative thinking.
The term 'academic' pertains to education and scholarship, and given that a Ph.D is the highest degree in academia, it fits ideally in this context.
'Academic' correctly portrays that the Ph.D indicates a high level in scholarly achievement.
Therefore, using 'academic' makes the sentence read as "It provides a platform for innovative thinking along with higher academic qualification," which makes complete sense in the given context.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

'Skill-based': Implies a focus on practical or vocational skills, which doesn't fully encapsulate the essence of a Ph.D.
'Technical': Signifies something related to machinery, technology, or specialized skills, not completely reflective of a Ph.D.
'Professional': While a Ph.D can boost professional credentials, in this context, we are emphasizing more on the educational attainment.

154

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

((a))
Because
((b))
Although
((c))
So
((d))
Since

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

The correct answer is 'So'.

Key Points

The context of the blank 4 requires a conjunction that provides a reason or an effect. The sentence preceding this is stating the high value of a Ph.D.
'So' is a conjunction used to introduce clauses of result or decision, and in this context, it gives the reason why the university maintains high-quality standards.
The use of 'so' here shows that because the Ph.D has a high value, the university, as a result, maintains a high quality.
Therefore, using 'so' makes the sentence read as "So, the university maintains the quality at a very high level," which correctly interprets the intended meaning of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

'Because': Generally used to introduce a reason or justification, it doesn't fit here as we're referring to a result, not a cause.
'Although': Used to introduce a subordinate clause expressing a concept that potentially contradicts the information provided in the main clause - not suitable here.
'Since': Can be used to provide a cause, but 'so' fits better as we're discussing a result or decision.

155

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

((a))
ensures
((b))
decides
((c))
mentions
((d))
reflects

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Answer: ((a))

ensures

The correct answer is 'ensures'.

Key Points

The context in the sentence is about the Ph.D. program and in particular, what it guarantees or establishes.
'Ensures' means to make certain that something will occur or be the case. So, in this context, it would mean that the program makes certain that it provides a foundation for a fruitful research career.
'Ensures' provides a logical implication and makes the sentence coherent.
Therefore, using 'ensures' makes the sentence read as "The programme ensures that it is not an end in itself, but a means for a fruitful research career," which interprets the intended meaning correctly.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

Additional Information

'Decides': Usually pertains to making a choice, not a fit here as the programme doesn't make decisions.
'Mentions': Refers to referring to or citing something - it cannot be used in this context.
'Reflects': Although the program can reflect certain principles, the context here is about a certain provision or guarantee of the program, making 'ensures' a better fit.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

The environment of the earth is a great (1)___ to mankind. It is a pity that this environment is in grave danger of being (2), and that this danger is being posed by man himself. Humans have seldom given thought to the fact that the air they breathe, the water they drink, or the food they eat could be (3). They have always assumed the bounties of nature to be inexhaustible. There is little (4)_____ on their part that what they consider progress is seriously disturbing the ecological balance and (5)_____ to the breakdown of the lifesupporting systems on the earth.

156

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

((a))
want
((b))
demand
((c))
blessing
((d))
challenge

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

blessing

The correct answer is 'blessing'.

Key Points

The environment of the Earth is indeed a blessing to mankind, providing all the necessary natural resources like air, water, sunlight etc, that are essential for our survival and well-being.
The word 'blessing' signifies something beneficial or beneficial that one is grateful for, in this case, the environment.
Due to the context of the sentence, the environment being a benefit to mankind suggests it to be a "blessing" rather than a want, demand, or challenge.
The term 'blessing' also implies that the environment is a natural and precious resource which needs to be preserved

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

'Want' and 'demand' implies necessity or requirement which doesn’t completely portray the beneficence of environment.
'Challenge' suggests some sort of difficulty or struggle which is inappropriate to apply to the context here.

157

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

((a))
tried
((b))
destroyed
((c))
spoiled
((d))
tampered

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Answer: ((b))

destroyed

The correct answer is 'destroyed'.

Key Points

The context of the passage indicates a grave danger to the environment. "Destroyed" is the most suitable word to define this severity.
The word "destroyed" implies something being damaged so badly that it can't be repaired, which fits within the grave warning about the environment in the passage.
It also suggests the damage being done is irreversible and it can't be undone once it's complete.
The implication that mankind is responsible for such a destructive outcome gives a lot more weight and warns us of the serious implications of our actions on the environment.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

'Tried', 'spoiled', and 'tampered' imply some level of change or harm, but not to the same devastating extent as 'destroyed'.
'Tried' refers to an attempt to do something,
'spoiled' means ruined or adversely affected,
'tampered' implies unauthorized or improper interference or alteration

158

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

((a))
demanded
((b))
delighted
((c))
exhausted
((d))
enjoyed

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

exhausted

The correct answer is 'exhausted'.

Key Points

The word "exhausted" suggests that the natural resources (air, water, food) are being used up to the point of complete depletion.
It also fits the context of humans assuming natural resources to be limitless and not thinking about their potential exhaustion.
This replicates the common concern in environmental discourse: overuse of resources leading to their depletion.
The use of 'exhausted' facilitates a sombre tone, emphasising the severity of the problem discussed.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

'Demanded', 'delighted', and 'enjoyed' aren't appropriate to describe what could happen to the air, water, or food.
'Demanded' indicates requesting something forcefully,
'delighted' describes feeling great pleasure or satisfaction,
'enjoyed' refers to taking pleasure in an activity or experience.

159

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

((a))
expectation
((b))
dream
((c))
realisation
((d))
hope

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

realisation

The correct answer is 'realisation' (content inside option 3).

Key Points

The word 'realisation' here most appropriately describes the fact that humans have yet to truly understand the consequences of their actions on the environment.
It suggests that humans may not be fully aware of their actions on the environment, hence there is a need for increased realisation.
'Realisation' generally precedes change or transformation, highlighting its importance in this discussion about environmental impact.
Its usage in this context also reinforces the idea that a conscious awareness or realization is needed to address these environmental concerns.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

'Expectation', 'dream', 'hope' do not accurately capture the understanding or acknowledgement required in the context.

160

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

((a))
managing
((b))
leading
((c))
dealing
((d))
creating

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

leading

The correct answer is 'leading'.

Key Points

The word 'leading' suggests a direct cause and effect - mankind's actions are leading to (or causing) the breakdown of the life-supporting systems on Earth.
The term 'leading' highlights the active role humans play in causing environmental damage, hence it is the most apt description of the situation.
'Leading' keeps the responsibility with humanity, stressing our role in the resulting ecological disturbance.
This term gives an urgency to the situation, drawing attention to humanity's contribution to this ecological crisis.

Additional Information

'Managing', 'dealing', and 'creating' don't convey the cause-and-effect relationship between human actions and the ecological imbalance as accurately as 'leading' does.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

In India, of late, pizza has become a (1)________ food. It has become a fashion trend and also a fashion statement. The popularity of the food is rocketing. This is (2)____ from a report by Fortune magazine. The two giants of the pizza industry, Pizza Hut and Dominos, are in hot (3), a manner of showing that one is part of the famous Western culture. In fact, it is more of an issue with each other in India. India has 134 Pizza Huts and 149 Dominos locations, with each chain opening 50 stores a year. The popularity of pizza in India, Fortune claims, is because of its similarity to India’s native cuisine. Unlike Chinese and Japanese, Indians eat leavened bread (roti or naan), and a popular traditional version slathers it in butter and garlic—not unlike garlic bread, the most often ordered side dish at both Dominos and Pizza Hut franchises in India. Cheese (paneer) is ubiquitous in India’s northern cuisine. Tomatoes and all kinds of sauces are (4)___ everywhere. Combine these ingredients into one gooey, oily, tasty dish that you can eat with your hands—as Indians traditionally do—and you have a hit. Compare this with other popular foods or noodles. Sometimes, it slurps down our forks and off the plate, and here we end up with a whole lot of (5)_____. The one thing that increases the love for pizza among one and all is that we can all eat it with our hands.

161

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

((a))
traditional
((b))
staple
((c))
standard
((d))
popular

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

popular

The correct answer is 'popular'.

Key Points

The context of the passage reveals that pizza is not a traditional Indian dish nor a standard part of the diet, which can eliminate options 1 and 3.
Pizza is also not a staple food in India, so option 2 is not applicable here.
The term 'popular' completes the meaning of the sentence and blends well with the overall context showing a newfound love for pizza by the Indians in recent times.

Conclusion: Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information

During the last few decades, with globalization and the exposure to Western culture, fast food items such as pizza have become increasingly popular in India.

162

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

((a))
just
((b))
natural
((c))
mentioned
((d))
evident

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

evident

The correct answer is 'evident'.

Key Points

The sentence is referring to data from a Fortune Magazine report, implying the conclusion is drawn from some form of evidence or research.
Options 'just', 'natural', and 'mentioned' do not fit the context properly as the sentence refers to a factual report.
Therefore, the usage of 'evident' is most suitable as it refers to something being clear or apparent, which aligns with the idea of a report's findings.

Conclusion: Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

163

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

((a))
competition
((b))
debate
((c))
topic
((d))
discussion

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

competition

The correct answer is 'competition'.

Key Points

The sentence refers to Pizza Hut and Domino's, two key players in the pizza industry.
The sentence's context suggests a rivalry or contest between the two entities making 'competition' the most suitable choice.
Neither 'debate', 'topic', or 'discussion' are adequate fits as they don't correctly capture the competitive nature of the interaction between Pizza Hut and Domino's in India.

Conclusion: Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

Additional Information

Both Dominos and Pizza Hut have been competing in various markets globally, not just in India. This competition has led to various innovations in menu items.

164

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

((a))
prevalent
((b))
powerful
((c))
rare
((d))
ascendant

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

prevalent

The correct answer is 'prevalent'.

Key Points

The sentence is discussing the widespread use of some ingredients in Indian cooking, specifically tomatoes and sauces.
'Prevalent' describes something that is widespread or common in a particular area, making it a fitting choice here.
Options 'powerful', 'rare', and 'ascendant' all fail to convey the idea of ubiquity or commonplace necessary in this context.

Conclusion: Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

165

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

((a))
carelessness
((b))
enjoyment
((c))
mess
((d))
pleasure

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

mess

The correct answer is 'mess'

Key Points

The paragraph here describes an awkward situation where food—most likely noodles, considering the context—slips off the fork and the plate, which would result in a 'mess'.
Neither 'carelessness', 'enjoyment', nor 'pleasure' fit the context well as they are not results of food falling off a plate.
The usage of 'mess' fits best given it accurately represents the situation described.

Conclusion: Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

The emphasis on being able to eat pizza with one's hands without the mess, as mentioned in the passage suggests an important part of its appeal in India, where many traditional dishes are eaten by hand.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

I was (1)_______ to know how hearing is different from listening. I had thought both were (2), but gradually, I realised there is a big difference between the two words. Hearing is a physical phenomenon. Whenever somebody speaks, the sound waves generated reach you, and you definitely hear whatever is said to you. (3) using your mind to understand whatever is being said is listening. Diving deeper, I found that listening is not only hearing with (4), but is much more than that. Listening is hearing with full attention and applying our (5)______

166

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

((a))
joyous
((b))
curious
((c))
nervous
((d))
suspicious

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

curious

The correct answer is 'curious'.

Key Points

Contextually, the term 'curious' best fits into the first blank. The writer is indicating a desire to learn and understand the difference between 'hearing' and 'listening'.
The term 'curious' signifies an eagerness to know or learn something which aligns with the context of the sentence.
The other options i.e. 'joyous', 'nervous', and 'suspicious' indicate emotional states which don't align with the discussion of a learned concept.
Also, the ensuing discussion about distinguishing 'hearing' and 'listening' is an academic pursuit which aligns with curiosity rather than the other states.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

'Curious' stems from the Latin term ‘curiosus’ which means 'careful’ or ‘diligent’.

167

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2

((a))
antonyms
((b))
synonyms
((c))
homonyms
((d))
acronyms

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

synonyms

The correct answer is 'synonyms'.

Key Points

In this context, 'synonyms' is the most appropriate word because the writer initially believed that 'hearing' and 'listening' had similar meanings.
Synonyms are words that have similar or the same meanings in a language.
The other terms, 'antonyms', 'homonyms', and 'acronyms' do not fit into this context as they describe different relationships or types of words.
The writer's realization that 'hearing' and 'listening' aren't the same demonstrates that they initially considered them synonymous.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

'Synonym' comes from the Greek ‘syn’ (meaning 'same') and 'onym' (meaning 'name'). Together, they imply words that mean the same.

168

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

((a))
Countlessly
((b))
Rapaciously
((c))
Emotionlessly
((d))
Consciously

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Consciously

The correct answer is 'consciously'.

Key Points

The term 'consciously' is the most appropriate choice because the context describes using the mind to understand speech.
'Consciously' refers to being aware of something or doing something with full awareness, which aligns with the process of 'listening' described in the passage.
The other options i.e. 'countlessly', 'rapaciously', and 'emotionlessly', do not accurately represent the thoughtful engagement associated with active listening.
This mindful assimilation of speech is linked to being 'conscious' of it, tying in with the message of the passage.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information

'Consciously' comes from Latin 'conscius', meaning 'knowing with others or in oneself'

169

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

((a))
concentration
((b))
classification
((c))
satisfaction
((d))
communication

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

concentration

The correct answer is 'concentration'.

Key Points

Given the description of 'listening' in the text, 'concentration' fits best when discussing full engagement of one's attention.
'Concentration' indicates a focused mind or attention, which reflects the degree of attentiveness required for true listening.
The alternate choices ('classification', 'satisfaction', and 'communication') do not fit this context as well since they don't align with the active process of listening described.
The passage associates the listening process with focused attention, thus justifying the use of 'concentration'.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

Additional Information

The term 'concentration' comes from the Latin ‘concentratus’, which means 'brought to a common center or focused closely'.

170

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

((a))
talent
((b))
skill
((c))
trend
((d))
mind

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

mind

The correct answer is 'mind'.

Key Points

Considering the context of the sentence, 'mind' is the best fit because the process of active listening involves using the mind to comprehend what's being heard.
'Mind' embodies the faculties of consciousness and thoughts which are immunitive in the listening process.
The remaining options, i.e., 'talent', 'skill', and 'trend', do not encapsulate the cognitive involvement in the complex process of listening in the same manner as 'mind' does.
Given that understanding spoken words involves our cognitive abilities, 'mind' is the apt term to fill this blank.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information

The term ‘mind’ is of Germanic origin and is related to the Dutch ‘mijnen’ and German ‘meinen’, in the sense of ‘care, attention, or regard’.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

All the children (1)_______ quite excited when their teacher said they should organise the show on their own. He assured (2)_______ that the principal would give them the financial assistance necessary for (3)_______ costumes, for the exhibition and sale they were to set up, and for any other expenditure to be (4)_______ on account (5)_______ the show.

171

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.

((a))
be
((b))
were
((c))
was
((d))
will

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

were

The correct answer is 'were'.

Key Points

The verb required to fill the blank needs to be in the past tense form to match with the past tense 'said' later in the sentence.
The correct past tense form of 'be' to be used for 'all the children' is 'were', making it the correct option.
The rest of the options (be, was, will) are either in a different tense or not grammatically correct when linked with 'all the children'.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

Additional Information

The verb 'be' has several irregular forms including 'am', 'is', 'are' in the present tense and 'was', 'were' in the past.

172

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.

((a))
her
((b))
him
((c))
you
((d))
them

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

them

The correct answer is 'them'.

Key Points

The pronoun required to fill the blank is referring to 'all the children' which is a third-person plural reference.
'Them' is the correct pronoun for third-person plural objects which fits the context.
The other options, 'her', 'him', and 'you' do not agree in number and person as required by the context.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information

'Them' is an objective case pronoun in English, used for a group or more than one person.

173

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.

((a))
they’ll
((b))
there
((c))
they’re
((d))
their

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

their

The correct answer is 'their'.

Key Points

A possessive pronoun is needed in this context to indicate the ownership of 'costumes'.
Among the given options, 'their' is the only possessive pronoun that can refer to 'all the children'.
The use of 'their' fits in the context because it indicates that the costumes will belong to the children.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information

'Their' is a possessive adjective in English. It modifies a noun by showing possession or ownership.

174

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

((a))
conquered
((b))
demurred
((c))
blurred
((d))
incurred

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

incurred

The correct answer is 'incurred'.

Key Points

The sentence's context involves discussing expenses or costs, therefore, the term 'incurred', which means 'become subject to (something unwelcome or unpleasant) as a result of one's own behavior or actions', fits best.
The term 'incurred' is often used in formal or financial contexts to refer to costs or expenses that have arisen.
The other options, 'conquered', 'demurred', and 'blurred', don't fit into a context discussing expenditure.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information

The term 'incurred' originates from the Latin word 'incurrere' which means 'run into or fall upon'.

175

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

((a))
off
((b))
on
((c))
of
((d))
by

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

The correct answer is 'of'.

Key Points

The phrase 'on account of' is used to explain the reason for something. In this context, it's used to explain the cause of the expenditure.
Among the given options, 'of' fits most appropriately to form this standard English phrase.
This phrase intimates that the show is the reason for any expenses the children will undertake.
The other options 'off', 'on', and 'by' would not complete this idiomatic phrase correctly in this context.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Additional Information

The phrase 'on account of' originally derives from accounting terminology, where it was used to explain entries in a ledger.

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.

One of the greatest sailing adventures of the past 25 years was the conquest of the Northwest Passage, powered by sail, human muscle, and determination. In 100 days, over three summers (1986-88), Canadians Jeff MacInnis and Mike Beedell accomplished the first wind-powered crossing of the Northwest Passage.

In Jeff MacInnis’s words…Our third season. We weave our way through the labyrinth of ice, and in the distance we hear an unmistakable sound. A mighty bowhead whale is nearby, and its rhythmic breaths fill us with awe. Finally, we see it relaxed on the surface, its blowhole quivering like a volcanic cone, but it senses our presence and quickly sounds. We are very disappointed. We had only good intentions—to revel in its beautiful immensity and to feel its power. Mike thinks how foolish it would be for this mighty beast to put any faith in us. After all, we are members of the species that had almost sent the bowhead into extinction with our greed for whale oil and bone. It is estimated that as many as 38,000 bowheads were killed off eastern Baffin Island in the 1800s; today there are only about 200 left.

The fascinating and sometimes terrifying wildlife keeps us entertained during our explorations. Bearded harp and ring seals greet us daily. The profusion of bird life is awesome; at times we see and smell hundreds of thousands of thick billed murres clinging to their cliffside nests. Our charts show that we are on the edge of a huge shoal where the frigid ocean currents upswell and mix nutrients that provide a feast for the food chain. At times, these animals scare the living daylights out of us. They have a knack of sneaking up behind us and then shooting out of the water and belly flopping for maximum noise and splash. A horrendous splash coming from behind has a heart-stopping effect in polar bear country.

We have many encounters with the ‘Lords of the Arctic’, but we are always cautious, observant, and ever so respectful that we are in their domain. In some regions the land is totally devoid of life, while in others the pulse of life takes our breath away. Such is the paradox of the Arctic; its wastelands flow into oases that are found nowhere else on the face of the earth. Many times we find ancient signs of Inuit people who lived here, superbly attuned to the land. We feel great respect for them; this landscape is a challenge at every moment.

176

What is the ‘paradox of Arctic’, according to the passage?

((a))
Some areas are valleys while others are hills.
((b))
Some areas can be charted while the others cannot.
((c))
Some areas flourish with life while others are completely devoid of it.
((d))
Different kinds of species of animals and birds found there.

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Some areas flourish with life while others are completely devoid of it.

The correct answer is 'Some areas flourish with life while others are completely devoid of it.'

Key Points

The passage refers to the Arctic's contrasting areas, with one part teeming with life while the other is utterly lifeless, which is considered the 'paradox of the Arctic.'
This paraphrased statement includes Jeff MacInnis's own examination of the Arctic during his and Mike Beedell's wind-powered crossing of the Northwest Passage.
This paradox showcases the intensity and variety of life that exists in the Arctic, simultaneous with regions that are barren.
The contrast between the vibrancy and voidness of life in the Arctic is an essential element of the passage, offering understanding of the voyagers' experiences and the Arctic's unique ecosystem.

Conclusion: Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

177

What emotions did the voyagers feel during their journey?

((a))
Confusion and fear
((b))
Love and devotion
((c))
Sorrow and pain
((d))
Excitement and fear

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Excitement and fear

The correct answer is 'Excitement and fear.'

Key Points

The voyagers' emotions throughout their journey, as explained in the passage, are a mix of excitement and fear.
This emotional state resonates with their encounters with Arctic wildlife and the challenges of navigating through the icy labyrinth.
The excitement arises from their exploration and the wonder of the unique wildlife they encounter, while the fear springs from the potential dangers that could come unexpectedly.
These diverse feelings provide dynamic and emotional depth to their voyage, introducing a human element to the natural trepidations of exploration.

Conclusion: Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

178

Select the ANTONYM for ‘minuteness’, from the passage

((a))
Conquest
((b))
Bowhead
((c))
Mighty
((d))
Immensity

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

Immensity

The correct answer is 'Immensity.'

Key Points

The term 'minuteness' suggests smallness or insignificance. 'Immensity' is the opposite of minuteness.
The term 'immensity' is used in the passage to describe the large size of the bowhead whale which, given its stature, can be seen as significant.
This antonymic relationship between the words 'minuteness' and 'immensity' reveals the vast scale contrast that the voyagers experienced.
As the explorers observe the immense whale and its vast, awe-inspiring environment, they encounter and acknowledge the grandeur of Nature that goes beyond their experiences.

Conclusion: Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

179

What is the central theme of the passage?

((a))
MacInnis and Beedell’s first wind-powered crossing of the Northwest Passage.
((b))
Description of the sea and the creatures in it.
((c))
How ships work and how to captain it.
((d))
Conquest of different currents and surviving a storm.

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

MacInnis and Beedell’s first wind-powered crossing of the Northwest Passage.

The correct answer is 'MacInnis and Beedell’s first wind-powered crossing of the Northwest Passage.'

Key Points

The core theme of the passage is centered around the pioneering voyage of Jeff MacInnis and Mike Beedell, using the power of the wind to cross the Northwest Passage.
This exploration underlines their experiences, discoveries, and the various challenges they encountered throughout the expedition.
Their journey and determination to conquer the icy labyrinth of the Northwest Passage using innovative means are vital elements of the passage.
The passage's overall narrative emphasizes the courage, persistence and innovative spirit required to undertake such a remarkable maiden voyage in the Northwest Passage.

Conclusion: Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

180

Select an appropriate title for the passage.

((a))
Desert Oasis
((b))
Voyage through Sahara
((c))
Voyage through the Arctic
((d))
The Sea and its Dangers

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Voyage through the Arctic

The correct answer is 'Voyage through the Arctic.'

Key Points

The title of the passage should mirror its core content.
The passage describes the journey of Jeff MacInnis and Mike Beedell through the Northwest Passage, which is part of the Arctic. This suggests an Arctic voyage.
Opting for the title "Voyage through the Arctic" reflects the activities, discoveries, and the central theme of their expedition as outlined in the passage.
This title best encapsulates the unique experiences and encounters the explorers had throughout their voyage, something that greatly contributes to our knowledge of this unique and harsh environment.

Conclusion: Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow.

Coronations have remained much the same for more than 1,000 years. The British ceremony is the only remaining event of its type in Europe.

However, Buckingham Palace has said that although the coronation will be "rooted in longstanding traditions", it will also "reflect the monarch's role today and look towards the future". It is likely to be shorter and smaller in scale than Queen Elizabeth II's 1953 coronation, with a wider range of religions represented.

The coronation procession is also expected to be more modest. Queen Elizabeth's procession had 16,000 participants, and took 45 minutes to pass any stationary point on the 7km (4.3 miles) route

This time the King and Queen Consort will travel to Westminster Abbey in the King's procession, and return to Buckingham Palace in a larger coronation procession, where they will be joined by other members of the Royal Family.

There are several stages to the service:

The recognition: While standing beside the Coronation Chair, the monarch is presented to those gathered in the Abbey by the Archbishop of Canterbury. The congregation shouts "God Save the King!", and trumpets sound.

The oath: The sovereign swears to uphold the law and the Church of England The anointing: The King's ceremonial robe is removed and he sits in the Coronation Chair. A gold cloth is held over the chair to conceal the King from view. The Archbishop of Canterbury anoints the King's hands, breast and head with holy oil made to a secret recipe but known to contain ambergris, orange flowers, roses, jasmine and cinnamon

The investiture: The sovereign is presented with items including the Royal Orb, representing religious and moral authority; the Sceptre, representing power; and the Sovereign's Sceptre, a rod of gold topped with a white enamelled dove, a symbol of justice and mercy. Finally, the Archbishop places St Edward's Crown on the King's head.

The enthronement and homage: The King leaves the Coronation Chair and moves to the throne. Peers kneel before the monarch to pay homage

The Queen Consort will then be anointed in the same way and crowned.

181

Which of these ceremonies takes place while the sovereign is seated on the coronation chair?

((a))
the investiture, the enthronement
((b))
the anointing, the investiture
((c))
the oath, the recognition
((d))
the recognition, the anointing

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

the anointing, the investiture

The correct answer is "the anointing, the investiture".

Key Points

The anointing: According to the passage, the anointing ceremony takes place when the King's ceremonial robe is removed and he sits in the Coronation Chair. This is when the Archbishop of Canterbury anoints the King's hands, chest, and head with holy oil made from a secret blend of ingredients.
The investiture: After the anointing ceremony, the investiture takes place when the sovereign is still seated on the Coronation Chair. The sovereign is then presented with the regalia, including the Royal Orb, the Sceptre, and the Sovereign's Sceptre, before the Archbishop places St Edward's Crown on the King's head.
The recognition and oath: The recognition and the oath are two ceremonies that take place while the king is standing next to the Coronation Chair, not while he is seated on it.
The enthronement does not take place while the sovereign is seated on the Coronation Chair. Instead, this happens after the investiture when the King leaves the Coronation Chair and moves to the throne.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 2'

182

Which of the following is NOT correct?

((a))
The King is anointed with holy oil made from a secret recipe
((b))
The sovereign takes the oath after he is presented to the gathering.
((c))
The Queen consort is also crowned after the king’s coronation.
((d))
The Archbishop of Canterbury sings “God Save the King”.

Show Answer

Answer: ((d))

The Archbishop of Canterbury sings “God Save the King”.

The correct answer is "The Archbishop of Canterbury sings “God Save the King”.

Key Points

The Archbishop's role: As per the information provided in the passage, the Archbishop of Canterbury plays a significant role in the coronation ceremony, including presenting the monarch to the congregation and conducting the anointing and investiture rituals. However, there is nothing mentioned about him singing "God Save the King."
The King's anointment: The passage affirms that the King is anointed by the Archbishop with holy oil made from a secret recipe, which rules out option 1 as a potential answer.
The oath ceremony: The text also mentions that the monarch (King) takes the oath after recognition, which confirms that there is no error in option 2.
The Queen's anointment and crowning: Finally, it is also stated that the Queen Consort is crowned after the King's coronation, affirming the accuracy of option 3.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

183

In what way will King Charles’ coronation be different from Queen Elizabeth II’s ?

((a))
The ceremony will be scaled down
((b))
It will not follow the old traditions
((c))
St Edward’s crown will be used for the coronation.
((d))
The coronation procession will be much grander.

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

The ceremony will be scaled down

The correct answer is "The ceremony will be scaled down".

Key Points

Comparison to previous coronation: The passage indicates that the coronation of the next British King will be different from Queen Elizabeth II's coronation. The most striking difference is that it will be smaller in scale compared to the 1953 event
Traditions and the crown: While the ceremony will aim to reflect the modern role of the monarch, it will still be rooted in longstanding traditions, ruling out option 2. It also mentioned that St Edward's Crown would still be used for the coronation, negating option 3.
Regarding the procession, although the coronation procession will be larger in terms of the people who are part of it (with more members of the Royal Family joining), it is expected to be more modest overall, which goes against option 4.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

184

What happens during the investiture stage?

((a))
The king is hidden from view
((b))
The king is presented with the regalia
((c))
The king sits on the throne.
((d))
The King swears to uphold the church of England.

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

The king is presented with the regalia

The correct answer is "The king is presented with the regalia".

Key Points

The investiture stage: According to the passage, during the investiture stage, the King is presented with the regalia while seated on the Coronation Chair. The regalia includes symbolic items like the Royal Orb, the Sceptre, and the Sovereign's Sceptre.
Concealing the King: The King is hidden from view during the anointing stage, not the investiture, so option 1 is incorrect.
Sovereign on the throne: The King sits on the throne during the enthronement stage, after the investiture, thus option 3 is not correct.
Upholding the Church of England: The King swears to uphold the Church of England during the oath stage, not the investiture stage, which invalidates option 4.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow.

India opener Smriti Mandhana broke bank early as she became the first pick in the Women’s Premier League auction history, being bought by the Royal Challengers Bangalore for 3.40 Cr. A total of 87 players were bought by the five franchises for a sum total of Rs. 59.50 Cr. The second costliest Indian player so far is all-rounder Deepti Sharma who was bought by UP Warriorz for Rs 2.6 crore.

However, Indian skipper Harmanpreet Kaur came much cheaper for Mumbai Indians at nearly half the price of Mandhana at Rs 1.80 crore. Delhi Capitals get their first player of the auction as they successfully bid for Jemimah Rodrigues at Rs 2.2 crore. Indian opener and U-19 T20 World Cup winning captain Shafali Verma gets a successful bid of Rs 2 crore by Delhi Capitals.

One of the prominent picks during the first round was Australia’s off-spin all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner, who was bought by Gautam Adani-owned Gujarat Giants for Rs 3.20 crore. Star Australian all-rounder Ellyse Perry received a cool Rs 1.70 crore winning bid from RCB who also got New Zealand skipper Sophie Devine cheap at the base price of Rs 50 lakh.

185

Which franchise paid the most for a player?

((a))
Gujarat Giants
((b))
Delhi Capitals
((c))
Royal Challengers Bangalore
((d))
Mumbai Indians

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Royal Challengers Bangalore

The correct answer is "Royal Challengers Bangalore".

Key Points

The question asked about which franchise paid the 'most' for a player.
In the given passage, it's mentioned that Smriti Mandhana became the first pick in the Women’s Premier League auction where she was bought by the Royal Challengers Bangalore for 3.40 Cr.
If we observe the other amounts mentioned in the passage, none is higher than the 3.40 Cr spent on Mandhana.
Therefore, in terms of expenditure on a single player, Royal Challengers Bangalore holds the record, as they have paid the highest amount for a player, i.e., Smriti Mandhana.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

186

Match the following.

(1)	Ellyse Perry	(a)	.2.2 Cr
(2)	Sophie Devine	(b)	1.7 Cr
(3)	Ashleigh gardner	(c)	3.2 Cr
(4)	Jemimah Rodrigues	(d)	0.5 Cr

((a))
1 - b, 2 - c, 3 - a, 4 - d
((b))
1 - b, 2 - d, 3 - c, 4 - a
((c))
1 - c, 2 - a, 3 - d, 4 - b
((d))
1 - d, 2 - b, 3 - c, 4 - a

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

1 - b, 2 - d, 3 - c, 4 - a

The correct answer is "1 - b, 2 - d, 3 - c, 4 - a".

Key Points

We can clearly conclude from the passage that option 2 has all the correct match the following.

Hence, the correct answer is 'option 2'.

187

Who is the costliest player bought by UP Warriorz?

((a))
Smriti Mandhana
((b))
Harmanpreet Kaur
((c))
Deepti Sharma
((d))
Shafali Verma

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

Deepti Sharma

The correct answer is "Deepti Sharma".

Key Points

The question asks about the most expensive player bought by UP Warriorz.
In the provided passage, it states that all-rounder Deepti Sharma was bought by UP Warriorz for Rs 2.6 crore.
No other players bought by UP Warriorz are mentioned in the passage, making Deepti Sharma the most expensive player for the franchise.
Therefore, following the details provided in the passage, Deepti Sharma is the costliest player purchased by UP Warriorz.

--> Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

188

What do you understand by ‘broke bank’?

((a))
chosen first
((b))
cost too much
((c))
broke the rules
((d))
broke the record

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

cost too much

The correct answer is "cost too much".

Key Points

The phrase 'broke bank' generally means spent a lot of money or cost too much.
In the context of the passage, this term is used to describe Smriti Mandhana, who became the first pick as well as the most expensive player in the auction.
She was bought by the Royal Challengers Bangalore for a notable sum of Rs. 3.40 Cr.
The usage of 'broke bank' here implies that the franchise had to pay a substantial amount for her, which aligns with the given options as 'cost too much.'

--> Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow.

India’s telecom regulator has directed service providers to take corrective measures to improve call quality on an urgent basis and introduce internal quality of service (QoS) monitoring for 5G on a full scale, all-day basis. The directives were issued after the regulator met representatives from Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea and Reliance Jio on Friday.“Authority has directed TSPs (telecom service providers) to take urgent steps to demonstrate visible improvement in quality of service and quality of experience by consumers. TSPs were asked to analyse the issue of call muting and one way speech and take corrective action on priority. While rolling out 5G network, TSPs should ensure that there is least disturbance or poor quality of service of existing telecom services," TRAI secretary V. Raghunandan said in a statement issued after the meeting with the telecom service providers. The regulator also asked Telcos to plan and implement systems for online data collection for QoS benchmarks and their processing to generate performance reports with licence service area, state level or lower granularity. This will simplify the process of QoS performance reporting by Telcos and reduce the compliance burden. India has been geographically split into 22 licence service areas. Raghunandan said the regulator was closely monitoring the incidences of long duration network outages, that adversely affect the quality of services and consumer experience and asked carriers to report such outages to TRAI in any district or state. “TRAI may consider bringing suitable regulation in this regard, if required," he added.

189

The passage is mainly about

((a))
the demands of the TSPs
((b))
the directives from TRAI to the service providers
((c))
the close monitoring of network outages by TRAI
((d))
the popular service providers- Airtel, Vodafone Idea and Reliance Jio

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

the directives from TRAI to the service providers

The correct answer is "the directives from TRAI to the service providers".

Key Points

The crux of the passage is the instructions issued by India's telecom regulator, TRAI, to telecom service providers in the country.
It details TRAI's instructions for service providers to improve call quality promptly and implement full-scale, constant quality of service (QoS) monitoring for 5G.
It explains that the directives were issued in a meeting with representatives from prominent telecom companies like Bharti Airtel, Vodafone Idea, and Reliance Jio.
Besides, the passage also delineates TRAI's expectations for minimizing disturbances in existing telecom services during the roll-out of the 5G network.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

190

Select the correct meaning of the word ‘implement’.

((a))
to give up
((b))
to put into action
((c))
to pay for
((d))
to prevent

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

to put into action

The correct answer is "to put into action".

Key Points

'Implement' is a verb which means to carry out, execute, or put into effect a plan, decision, or proposal.
In the context of the passage, TRAI asked the telecom service providers to 'implement' systems for online data collection and processing to monitor and report QoS performance.
This doesn't imply giving up or preventing something, nor does it concern paying for something.
Therefore, the usage aligns best with the meaning of executing or putting a proposed plan into action.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

191

Which of these is NOT a problem faced by telecom consumers?

((a))
call muting
((b))
compliance
((c))
poor call quality
((d))
one way speech

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

compliance

The correct answer is "compliance".

Key Points

Among the options provided, 'compliance' does not directly concern the issues faced by telecom consumers.
The passage mentions 'call muting', 'poor call quality', and 'one way speech' as specific problems that telecom consumers are experiencing.
However, 'compliance' refers to the burden faced by the telecom service providers in adhering to the standards and reporting procedures set by the regulatory body (TRAI), not a problem consumers face.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

192

Why did TRAI meet various service providers?

((a))
to make new regulations at state level
((b))
to increase customer base
((c))
to direct them to improve services
((d))
to add new licence service areas

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

to direct them to improve services

The correct answer is "to direct them to improve services".

Key Points

The passage clearly states that TRAI's meeting with telecom service providers was aimed at issuing directives to improve their services.
In the meeting, TRAI asked the telecom service providers to urgently improve the quality of service and the quality of experience of consumers.
While issues such as new regulations at the state-level or adding new license service areas may have been discussed, the main aim was to correct noted service deficits.
The meeting did not focus on increasing the customer base, making it irrelevant to the correct response.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow.

Striking the largest ever deal by one airline took months of secret talks carried out a stone's throw from Britain's Buckingham palace and culminating in a celebration over coastal Indian curries, according to people involved in the talks.

Air India's record aircraft deal has put the Tata Group-owned airline in the league of aspiring global carriers. On Tuesday, it provisionally agreed to acquire almost 500 jets from Airbus and Boeing to take on domestic and international rivals.

The deal was in the making for over a year, insiders said. Serious talks began last summer and continued until days before Christmas when outlines were agreed. As the astonishing scale of the deal began to crystallise, Reuters reported in December the parties were nearing a record 500-plane agreement.

The epicentre of deal making was St James' Court - a luxury Victorian hotel near Buckingham Palace in London's West End.

In the hothouse atmosphere of a classic aircraft industry negotiating ritual known as a ‘bakeoff’, negotiators from the airline, plane-makers and engine-giants camped out at the Tataowned hotel and neighbouring suites for days at a stretch.

They were chasing a bigger slice of a fast-growing market that has seen many airline growth plans rise and fall.

193

Which of these statements is NOT true?

((a))
The deal will enable Air India to compete with rivals
((b))
The negotiations between parties went on for years.
((c))
Air India has agreed to acquire around 500 jets from airbus and Boeing
((d))
The talks resulted in signing of the largest deal by an airline.

Show Answer

Answer: ((b))

The negotiations between parties went on for years.

The correct answer is "The negotiations between parties went on for years."

Key Points

The passage specifies that the deal between Air India and Airbus/ Boeing was in preparation for "over a year" and not "years".
The serious conversations started last summer and continued until days before Christmas when outlines were agreed.
Therefore, it's incorrect to say the negotiations went on for years, as no specifics beyond over a year are mentioned in the passage.
The other statements are accurate as per the passage. The deal will enable Air India to compete with rivals, Air India has agreed to acquire around 500 jets from Airbus and Boeing, and the talks resulted in the signing of the largest deal by an airline.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

194

The epicentre of the aircraft deal was a/an _______.

((a))
central park
((b))
palace
((c))
luxurious hotel
((d))
official residence

Show Answer

Answer: ((c))

luxurious hotel

The correct answer is "luxurious hotel".

Key Points

The passage mentions that "The epicentre of deal making was St James' Court" which is described as "a luxury Victorian hotel near Buckingham Palace in London's West End".
The negotiations did not occur in a palace, central park, or official residence; it took place in a hotel.
St James' Court served as the central point where all the negotiations and discussions related to the deal materialized.
The passage does not provide information about any other locations involved in the negotiation, ensuring the hotel's status as the epicentre.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

195

Select the correct meaning of ‘a stone's throw’

((a))
a close distance
((b))
a small effort
((c))
an easy task
((d))
an insulting act

Show Answer

Answer: ((a))

a close distance

The correct answer is "a close distance".

Key Points

The term "stone's throw" typically refers to a short or close distance. This usage is evident in the phrase "a stone's throw from Britain's Buckingham palace" in the passage.
The flight negotiations were held near Buckingham Palace, which implies that the locations were in close proximity.
It is important to note that "a stone's throw" doesn't refer to effort, task complexity, or any form of insulting act; it solely refers to physical proximity.
The passage does not mention any context that could redefine or alter the traditional meaning of "a stone's throw".

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

196

Name the negotiating ritual of the aircraft industry.

((a))
bake- off
((b))
Reuters
((c))
take -off
((d))
Hothouse

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Answer: ((a))

bake- off

The correct answer is "bake-off".

Key Points

In the context of the passage, the term ‘bakeoff’ is used to describe the intense negotiations that take place in the aircraft industry.
It is referred to as a classic aircraft industry negotiating ritual, suggesting it is a widely used term in industry-specific negotiations.
A 'bakeoff' involves negotiators from different parties engaged in intense discussions for lengthy periods, often having to stay for days, highlighting its high-stress and high-stakes nature.
The other options, 'Reuters', 'take-off', and 'Hothouse', are not mentioned in the passage as negotiation rituals and therefore do not fit the context.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow.

NEW DELHI: A new app developed by the external affairs ministry and rolled out in New Delhi is expected to cut the time for police verification of passport applicants to five days and reduce the scope for misuse of the process, people familiar with the matter said on Friday. The “mPassport Police App, developed by the consular, passport and visa division of the external affairs ministry for law enforcement agencies, is being rolled out along with 350 tablets to personnel of the Special Branch of Delhi Police. These personnel are responsible for carrying out verification of antecedents of passport applicants

Police verification continues to be one of the most time-consuming processes in applying for a passport and the new app is expected to cut the time taken for this – 15 days – by two-thirds, the people cited above said. This process is also linked to a number of complaints about its misuse and the app will help tackle this issue by ensuring greater transparency, the people said.

Abhishek Dubey, the regional passport officer (RPO) for Delhi, said in a statement: “Police verification is an integral part of passport issuance system. Various steps have been taken to streamline and expedite the process. To further expedite the process, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) introduced ‘mPassport Police App’.”

The people said GPS and geo-tagging while using the tablets will establish whether police officials actually visited the applicant’s home for verification. Besides making the verification process more accurate and speedier, the tablets will allow the secure submission of documents in a digital format.

197

Which of these is NOT a benefit of the mpassport Police App?

((a))
It will not require police personnel to visit applicants’ homes.
((b))
It will reduce the processing time of passport issuance.
((c))
It will curtail misuse of the verification process.
((d))
It will allow submission of documents in digital format

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Answer: ((a))

It will not require police personnel to visit applicants’ homes.

The correct answer is "It will not require police personnel to visit applicants homes."

Key Points

The passage explicitly states that GPS and geo-tagging features of the mPassport Police App will establish whether police officials actually visited the applicant's home for verification. Thus, the app does not eliminate the need for police personnel to visit applicants' homes for physical verification.
The mPassport Police App does indeed shorten the processing time of passport issuance, by reducing the verification time from 15 to 5 days. Thus the second option is a benefit of the app according to the passage.
Similarly, the application's transparent work process helps to tackle and curtail misuse of the verification process. Hence, the third option is also a benefit of the app.
Lastly, the passage mentions that one of the app’s features is that it will allow the secure submission of documents in a digital format, making the fourth option another benefit of the app.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

198

The mPassport Police App has been developed by

((a))
Regional Passport Officer
((b))
Special Branch of Delhi Police
((c))
Ministry of External Affairs
((d))
Ministry of Home Affairs

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Answer: ((c))

Ministry of External Affairs

The correct answer is "Ministry of External Affairs."

Key Points

The mPassport Police App was developed by the consular, passport, and visa division of the external affairs ministry of India, as mentioned in the passage.
The Regional Passport Officer is not the developer of the app, but they have commented on the introduction and benefits of the app.
The mPassport Police App will be used by the Special Branch of Delhi Police for passport verification, but they are not the developers of the app.
There is no mention of the Ministry of Home Affairs in the context of developing the mPassport Police App in the passage.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

199

Select the antonym of ‘antecedent’.

((a))
prior
((b))
preceding
((c))
anterior
((d))
subsequent

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Answer: ((d))

subsequent

The correct answer is "subsequent."

Key Points

The term 'antecedent' refers to something that precedes or came before. It usually refers to an event, condition, or cause that takes place before another.
Synonyms for 'antecedent' include words like 'prior', 'preceding', and 'anterior', as all of these signify something that happened or existed before.
'Subsequent', on the other hand, represents something happening or existing after the time of writing or speaking and is therefore an antonym to 'antecedent'.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 4'

200

The given passage is

((a))
a survey report
((b))
a personal anecdote
((c))
a newspaper report
((d))
a research paper

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Answer: ((c))

a newspaper report

The correct answer is "a newspaper report."

Key Points

The passage provides factual updates about an event or development, specifically a technological development related to passport verification. It cites anonymous sources ("people familiar with," "people said"), typical of news reports.
A survey report presents findings from a study or survey, which this passage does not.
A personal anecdote recounts personal experiences. In contrast, this passage presents third-party information in an objective manner.
The passage does not present any original research, theories, or academic examination that would be present in a research paper.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.

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