Reading comprehension, vocabulary, synonyms and antonyms, idiom usage, error spotting, sentence improvement, and cloze tests.
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Athira would like to get him a special birthday present, but nothing springs to mind.
almost always
forget about something
dawns on
from the beginning of time
Correct answer
almost always
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence.
Students were asked to write the historical events in the order of their occurrence.
aesthetic order
historic order
chronological order
diachronic order
Correct answer
aesthetic order
Identify the idiom/phrase that can best substitute the underlined segment.
They discussed everything in the meeting and finalised the next step.
the home stretch
through thick and thin
the eleventh hour
the whole nine yards
Correct answer
the home stretch
Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the following sentence.
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disloyal
devoted
unfaithful
inconstant
Correct answer
disloyal
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains an INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Since the health hazards have reduced, / the ministry has relaxed the earlier regulations / and has suggested only a short period / of quarrantine for the affected people.
of quarrantine for the affected people
the ministry has relaxed the earlier regulations
Since the health hazards have reduced
and has suggested only a short period
Correct answer
of quarrantine for the affected people
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 white tiger is an offspring of Bengal tiger, which has the necessary gene for white colouring. It has beautiful black stripes on (1) _____ white coat. (2) ______ species of animal has blue eyes and a pink nose.
A pure white tiger is totally white without any stripes, which is due to the presence of double recessive allele in the genetic code. It happens only in the Bengal tiger subspecies, and only one in 10,000 births can have it naturally. White tigers are rarely seen in the wild, and only twelve of them have been spotted in India (3) ______ the last one-hundred years. Tigers have a lifespan of 10-15 years. They are (4) _______ animals, and are fond of hunting at night. Their diet consists of any animals that they can catch, and can eat up to 40 pounds of meat at one time. After such a big meal, they usually remain away for several days from food. They are slow runners, (5) ______ good swimmers. They are poor climbers and cannot climb a tree easily. They live in an area ranging from 10 to 30 square miles depending upon the availability of prey, water and shelter. Habitat loss, poaching and expansion of the human population have together contributed to their becoming endangered. They are widely hunted for their body-parts, which are used in traditional Chinese medicines.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
This
These
Those
Them
Correct answer
This
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 white tiger is an offspring of Bengal tiger, which has the necessary gene for white colouring. It has beautiful black stripes on (1) _____ white coat. (2) ______ species of animal has blue eyes and a pink nose.
A pure white tiger is totally white without any stripes, which is due to the presence of double recessive allele in the genetic code. It happens only in the Bengal tiger subspecies, and only one in 10,000 births can have it naturally. White tigers are rarely seen in the wild, and only twelve of them have been spotted in India (3) ______ the last one-hundred years. Tigers have a lifespan of 10-15 years. They are (4) _______ animals, and are fond of hunting at night. Their diet consists of any animals that they can catch, and can eat up to 40 pounds of meat at one time. After such a big meal, they usually remain away for several days from food. They are slow runners, (5) ______ good swimmers. They are poor climbers and cannot climb a tree easily. They live in an area ranging from 10 to 30 square miles depending upon the availability of prey, water and shelter. Habitat loss, poaching and expansion of the human population have together contributed to their becoming endangered. They are widely hunted for their body-parts, which are used in traditional Chinese medicines.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
following
next to
behind
in
Correct answer
following
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 white tiger is an offspring of Bengal tiger, which has the necessary gene for white colouring. It has beautiful black stripes on (1) _____ white coat. (2) ______ species of animal has blue eyes and a pink nose.
A pure white tiger is totally white without any stripes, which is due to the presence of double recessive allele in the genetic code. It happens only in the Bengal tiger subspecies, and only one in 10,000 births can have it naturally. White tigers are rarely seen in the wild, and only twelve of them have been spotted in India (3) ______ the last one-hundred years. Tigers have a lifespan of 10-15 years. They are (4) _______ animals, and are fond of hunting at night. Their diet consists of any animals that they can catch, and can eat up to 40 pounds of meat at one time. After such a big meal, they usually remain away for several days from food. They are slow runners, (5) ______ good swimmers. They are poor climbers and cannot climb a tree easily. They live in an area ranging from 10 to 30 square miles depending upon the availability of prey, water and shelter. Habitat loss, poaching and expansion of the human population have together contributed to their becoming endangered. They are widely hunted for their body-parts, which are used in traditional Chinese medicines.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
solitary
separate
loner
unaccompanied
Correct answer
solitary
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 white tiger is an offspring of Bengal tiger, which has the necessary gene for white colouring. It has beautiful black stripes on (1) _____ white coat. (2) ______ species of animal has blue eyes and a pink nose.
A pure white tiger is totally white without any stripes, which is due to the presence of double recessive allele in the genetic code. It happens only in the Bengal tiger subspecies, and only one in 10,000 births can have it naturally. White tigers are rarely seen in the wild, and only twelve of them have been spotted in India (3) ______ the last one-hundred years. Tigers have a lifespan of 10-15 years. They are (4) _______ animals, and are fond of hunting at night. Their diet consists of any animals that they can catch, and can eat up to 40 pounds of meat at one time. After such a big meal, they usually remain away for several days from food. They are slow runners, (5) ______ good swimmers. They are poor climbers and cannot climb a tree easily. They live in an area ranging from 10 to 30 square miles depending upon the availability of prey, water and shelter. Habitat loss, poaching and expansion of the human population have together contributed to their becoming endangered. They are widely hunted for their body-parts, which are used in traditional Chinese medicines.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
but
either
nor
or
Correct answer
but
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 white tiger is an offspring of Bengal tiger, which has the necessary gene for white colouring. It has beautiful black stripes on (1) _____ white coat. (2) ______ species of animal has blue eyes and a pink nose.
A pure white tiger is totally white without any stripes, which is due to the presence of double recessive allele in the genetic code. It happens only in the Bengal tiger subspecies, and only one in 10,000 births can have it naturally. White tigers are rarely seen in the wild, and only twelve of them have been spotted in India (3) ______ the last one-hundred years. Tigers have a lifespan of 10-15 years. They are (4) _______ animals, and are fond of hunting at night. Their diet consists of any animals that they can catch, and can eat up to 40 pounds of meat at one time. After such a big meal, they usually remain away for several days from food. They are slow runners, (5) ______ good swimmers. They are poor climbers and cannot climb a tree easily. They live in an area ranging from 10 to 30 square miles depending upon the availability of prey, water and shelter. Habitat loss, poaching and expansion of the human population have together contributed to their becoming endangered. They are widely hunted for their body-parts, which are used in traditional Chinese medicines.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
a
an
the
of
Correct answer
a
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Fine motor skills development allows children to execute vital tasks such as feeding themselves, writing, zipping their garments, and more. Small muscles that govern the hand, fingers, and thumbs are used in fine motor activity. Fine motor abilities assist youngsters in doing crucial tasks such as self-feeding, handling objects, and writing. The capacity to do self-care and everyday chores utilising fine motor skills promotes the development of a child's self-esteem and confidence.
Fine motor skills develop systematically in children. Most new-borns have a reflexive grip at birth and begin to reach for items about three months of age. They will also begin to practise their voluntary grip and two-handed palmar grasps. At 5 months, they should be able to demonstrate a one-handed palmar grip, and at 6 months, they should be able to create a controlled reach. Most new-borns begin to reach and grab for items to put in their mouth between the ages of 6 and 12 months, and they begin to gain the capacity to regulate the release of objects they are gripping. They will also develop a pincer grasp and use it to pick objects up (thumb and one finger).They will also be able to move an object from one hand to the other and drop and pick up their toys.
Most youngsters are interested in stacking building blocks between the ages of 12 and 24 months. They will also practise putting rings on a stick, putting pegs on a pegboard, and turning pages a few at a time. They can also begin to draw, paint with their entire arm movement, moving their hands and producing strokes, and feed themselves with little to no help.
Toddlers at the age of two can begin to string big beads, turn single pages, cut with scissors, and handle crayons with their thumb and fingers (instead of their fist). They will also be able to use only one hand for most tasks and begin to paint with their wrists, forming dots, lines, and circular strokes. Your youngster will also be able to eat consistently and without help. Most youngsters will be able to cut along the dotted lines on paper by the age of four. They will be able to draw a cross or square shape and write their name and the numbers 1 to 5. They will be able to copy letters and will have mastered their handedness. They will also be able to dress themselves for the first time.
Select the most appropriate title for the passage.
Development of Fine Motor Skills in Children
Importance of Fine Motor Skills
Systematic Development of Children
Development of New-borns
Correct answer
Development of Fine Motor Skills in Children
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Fine motor skills development allows children to execute vital tasks such as feeding themselves, writing, zipping their garments, and more. Small muscles that govern the hand, fingers, and thumbs are used in fine motor activity. Fine motor abilities assist youngsters in doing crucial tasks such as self-feeding, handling objects, and writing. The capacity to do self-care and everyday chores utilising fine motor skills promotes the development of a child's self-esteem and confidence.
Fine motor skills develop systematically in children. Most new-borns have a reflexive grip at birth and begin to reach for items about three months of age. They will also begin to practise their voluntary grip and two-handed palmar grasps. At 5 months, they should be able to demonstrate a one-handed palmar grip, and at 6 months, they should be able to create a controlled reach. Most new-borns begin to reach and grab for items to put in their mouth between the ages of 6 and 12 months, and they begin to gain the capacity to regulate the release of objects they are gripping. They will also develop a pincer grasp and use it to pick objects up (thumb and one finger).They will also be able to move an object from one hand to the other and drop and pick up their toys.
Most youngsters are interested in stacking building blocks between the ages of 12 and 24 months. They will also practise putting rings on a stick, putting pegs on a pegboard, and turning pages a few at a time. They can also begin to draw, paint with their entire arm movement, moving their hands and producing strokes, and feed themselves with little to no help.
Toddlers at the age of two can begin to string big beads, turn single pages, cut with scissors, and handle crayons with their thumb and fingers (instead of their fist). They will also be able to use only one hand for most tasks and begin to paint with their wrists, forming dots, lines, and circular strokes. Your youngster will also be able to eat consistently and without help. Most youngsters will be able to cut along the dotted lines on paper by the age of four. They will be able to draw a cross or square shape and write their name and the numbers 1 to 5. They will be able to copy letters and will have mastered their handedness. They will also be able to dress themselves for the first time.
In light of the above passage, which of the following toys may help in the development of fine motor skills?
Crayons
All of the given options
String beads
Stacks and building blocks
Correct answer
Crayons
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Fine motor skills development allows children to execute vital tasks such as feeding themselves, writing, zipping their garments, and more. Small muscles that govern the hand, fingers, and thumbs are used in fine motor activity. Fine motor abilities assist youngsters in doing crucial tasks such as self-feeding, handling objects, and writing. The capacity to do self-care and everyday chores utilising fine motor skills promotes the development of a child's self-esteem and confidence.
Fine motor skills develop systematically in children. Most new-borns have a reflexive grip at birth and begin to reach for items about three months of age. They will also begin to practise their voluntary grip and two-handed palmar grasps. At 5 months, they should be able to demonstrate a one-handed palmar grip, and at 6 months, they should be able to create a controlled reach. Most new-borns begin to reach and grab for items to put in their mouth between the ages of 6 and 12 months, and they begin to gain the capacity to regulate the release of objects they are gripping. They will also develop a pincer grasp and use it to pick objects up (thumb and one finger).They will also be able to move an object from one hand to the other and drop and pick up their toys.
Most youngsters are interested in stacking building blocks between the ages of 12 and 24 months. They will also practise putting rings on a stick, putting pegs on a pegboard, and turning pages a few at a time. They can also begin to draw, paint with their entire arm movement, moving their hands and producing strokes, and feed themselves with little to no help.
Toddlers at the age of two can begin to string big beads, turn single pages, cut with scissors, and handle crayons with their thumb and fingers (instead of their fist). They will also be able to use only one hand for most tasks and begin to paint with their wrists, forming dots, lines, and circular strokes. Your youngster will also be able to eat consistently and without help. Most youngsters will be able to cut along the dotted lines on paper by the age of four. They will be able to draw a cross or square shape and write their name and the numbers 1 to 5. They will be able to copy letters and will have mastered their handedness. They will also be able to dress themselves for the first time.
When do children learn to regulate the release of the objects that they are gripping?
3 - 6 months
2 - 4 years
12 - 24 months
6 - 12 months
Correct answer
3 - 6 months
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Fine motor skills development allows children to execute vital tasks such as feeding themselves, writing, zipping their garments, and more. Small muscles that govern the hand, fingers, and thumbs are used in fine motor activity. Fine motor abilities assist youngsters in doing crucial tasks such as self-feeding, handling objects, and writing. The capacity to do self-care and everyday chores utilising fine motor skills promotes the development of a child's self-esteem and confidence.
Fine motor skills develop systematically in children. Most new-borns have a reflexive grip at birth and begin to reach for items about three months of age. They will also begin to practise their voluntary grip and two-handed palmar grasps. At 5 months, they should be able to demonstrate a one-handed palmar grip, and at 6 months, they should be able to create a controlled reach. Most new-borns begin to reach and grab for items to put in their mouth between the ages of 6 and 12 months, and they begin to gain the capacity to regulate the release of objects they are gripping. They will also develop a pincer grasp and use it to pick objects up (thumb and one finger).They will also be able to move an object from one hand to the other and drop and pick up their toys.
Most youngsters are interested in stacking building blocks between the ages of 12 and 24 months. They will also practise putting rings on a stick, putting pegs on a pegboard, and turning pages a few at a time. They can also begin to draw, paint with their entire arm movement, moving their hands and producing strokes, and feed themselves with little to no help.
Toddlers at the age of two can begin to string big beads, turn single pages, cut with scissors, and handle crayons with their thumb and fingers (instead of their fist). They will also be able to use only one hand for most tasks and begin to paint with their wrists, forming dots, lines, and circular strokes. Your youngster will also be able to eat consistently and without help. Most youngsters will be able to cut along the dotted lines on paper by the age of four. They will be able to draw a cross or square shape and write their name and the numbers 1 to 5. They will be able to copy letters and will have mastered their handedness. They will also be able to dress themselves for the first time.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Systematically
Evenly
Selectively
Oddly
Haphazardly
Correct answer
Evenly
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Fine motor skills development allows children to execute vital tasks such as feeding themselves, writing, zipping their garments, and more. Small muscles that govern the hand, fingers, and thumbs are used in fine motor activity. Fine motor abilities assist youngsters in doing crucial tasks such as self-feeding, handling objects, and writing. The capacity to do self-care and everyday chores utilising fine motor skills promotes the development of a child's self-esteem and confidence.
Fine motor skills develop systematically in children. Most new-borns have a reflexive grip at birth and begin to reach for items about three months of age. They will also begin to practise their voluntary grip and two-handed palmar grasps. At 5 months, they should be able to demonstrate a one-handed palmar grip, and at 6 months, they should be able to create a controlled reach. Most new-borns begin to reach and grab for items to put in their mouth between the ages of 6 and 12 months, and they begin to gain the capacity to regulate the release of objects they are gripping. They will also develop a pincer grasp and use it to pick objects up (thumb and one finger).They will also be able to move an object from one hand to the other and drop and pick up their toys.
Most youngsters are interested in stacking building blocks between the ages of 12 and 24 months. They will also practise putting rings on a stick, putting pegs on a pegboard, and turning pages a few at a time. They can also begin to draw, paint with their entire arm movement, moving their hands and producing strokes, and feed themselves with little to no help.
Toddlers at the age of two can begin to string big beads, turn single pages, cut with scissors, and handle crayons with their thumb and fingers (instead of their fist). They will also be able to use only one hand for most tasks and begin to paint with their wrists, forming dots, lines, and circular strokes. Your youngster will also be able to eat consistently and without help. Most youngsters will be able to cut along the dotted lines on paper by the age of four. They will be able to draw a cross or square shape and write their name and the numbers 1 to 5. They will be able to copy letters and will have mastered their handedness. They will also be able to dress themselves for the first time.
When do children get interested in playing with building blocks?
12 - 24 months
2 - 4 years
6 - 12 months
0 - 6 months
Correct answer
12 - 24 months
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
A fire ______ out in the basement of the house.
broke
breaking
burned
burnt
Correct answer
broke
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.
The gardening is done by Anil.
Anil had been done the gardening
Anil does the gardening
Anil is be done the gardening
Anil been done the gardening
Correct answer
Anil had been done the gardening
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The weather report shows the _____ of rainfall.
tranquillity
mobility
validity
probability
Correct answer
tranquillity
Select the correct direct narration of the given sentence.
They said that they would go the next day.
They said, “We will go tomorrow.”
They said, “I will have went tomorrow.”
They said, “I would go tomorrow.”
They said, “We will be go tomorrow.”
Correct answer
They said, “We will go tomorrow.”
Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Corporeale
Diminutives
Credulous
Sagacious
Correct answer
Corporeale
Solving previous year questions by topic helps identify recurring concepts, question patterns, and frequently asked sub-topics. Attempt each question, review the step-by-step explanation, and note down key formulas or facts for quick revision before the exam.