English Comprehension PYQs

The correct answer is: Option 4 i.e. Exhaust.

Key Points

• The word "Enervate" means to weaken or drain someone of energy, strength, or vitality. (कमज़ोर करना/शक्ति छीन लेना)
• Example: The long and grueling hike enervated even the most experienced trekkers.
• "Exhaust" refers to draining someone mentally, emotionally, or physically to the point of extreme fatigue. (थका देना)
• Example: The intense workout left her completely exhausted and in need of rest.
• Hence, we can infer that the synonym of 'Enervate' is 'Exhaust'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Exhaust.

Additional Information

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

• Strengthen (मज़बूत करना): To make something or someone stronger.
• Example: Regular exercise and a healthy diet can strengthen your immune system.
• Revive (पुनर्जीवित करना): To bring something back to life or consciousness.
• Example: The doctor tried to revive the patient after he fainted.
• Motivate (प्रेरित करना): To inspire or encourage someone to take action.
• Example: His teacher's praise motivated him to work harder on his studies.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The error lies in the tense usage of the verb "arrive" in the sentence.
• The sentence uses "had ended" to indicate the past perfect tense, which refers to an event completed before another event in the past.
• For consistency, the verb "arrive" should also be in the past tense ("arrived").
• The corrected sentence should read: "By the time they arrived, the concert had ended."

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "By the time they arrived, the concert had ended."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "time" – This part is correct and does not contain any grammatical errors.
• Option 3: "concert" – This part is correct and does not contain any grammatical errors.
• Option 4: "ended" – This part is correct and accurately reflects the past perfect tense.
• Option 5: "No error" – This would be the correct option if the sentence were error-free, but the verb in Option 2 is incorrect.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• In the given sentence, the preposition "to" is the most appropriate choice to follow the verb "listen."
• The verb "listen" is commonly followed by "to" when referring to paying attention to sounds or spoken words.
• Using "to" ensures grammatical correctness and clarity in the sentence.
• Other options like "on," "by," and "in" do not fit the context and would result in an incorrect sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "Listen carefully to what I say."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "on" – This preposition is used to indicate a position or surface, but it does not fit the context of the sentence.
• Option 3: "by" – This preposition is used to indicate the agent performing an action or means of something, but it does not suit the meaning of the sentence.
• Option 4: "in" – This preposition is used to indicate location or time, but it is not appropriate in this context.
• Option 5: "to" – This is the correct preposition to use with "listen" when referring to paying attention to words or sounds.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The indirect speech states that the friend "could" meet the speaker after lunch, which implies a possibility or ability in the past.
• In direct speech, "could" is replaced by "can" to reflect the present ability, aligning with the meaning of the original sentence.
• Options 1, 2, and 3 do not accurately represent the sentence in direct speech:
• Option 1 ("Shall I meet you after lunch?") implies a question, which is not present in the indirect speech.
• Option 2 ("I could meet you after lunch.") repeats "could," making it less accurate for the context of direct speech.
• Option 3 ("May I meet you after lunch?") introduces permission, which is not implied in the indirect speech.
• Therefore, the correct direct speech is Option 4: "I can meet you after lunch."

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "My friend said, 'I can meet you after lunch.'"

 

Additional Information

• Indirect Speech: In indirect speech, verbs often shift tense, and modal verbs like "can" may change to "could" to match the reporting verb's tense.
• Direct Speech: The sentence in direct speech restores the original tense and modal verb based on the actual words spoken.
• It is important to ensure that the direct speech accurately reflects the meaning and context of the indirect speech.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The error in the sentence lies in the use of the phrase "senior than." The word "senior" does not take the preposition "than."
• Instead, the correct preposition to use after "senior" is "to."
• The correct phrase should be "senior to," which is the standard grammatical usage.
• Thus, the error is located in part 1 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Correct Sentence: "He was senior to me in college."

 

Additional Information

• He was – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• me in college – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part 1.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The correct arrangement of the sentences is crucial to ensure a logical flow of events.
• The exhibition first opened to the public (1).
• Then, visitors admired the artworks (2).
• Next, interactive sessions were conducted (3).
• Finally, feedback was overwhelmingly positive (4).

Therefore, the correct sequence is 1-2-3-4, which corresponds to Option 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "The exhibition opened to the public. Visitors admired the artworks. Interactive sessions were conducted. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: 1-2-4-3 – Incorrect because feedback (4) cannot come before interactive sessions (3).
• Option 3: 2-3-1-4 – Incorrect because the exhibition (1) must open before visitors admire the artworks (2).
• Option 4: 4-3-2-1 – Incorrect sequence of events.

The correct answer is: Option 1 i.e. To consider unconventional and creative solutions.

Key Points

• The phrase "think outside the box" means to approach problems or tasks in a creative and non-traditional way. (बॉक्स से बाहर सोचने का मतलब रचनात्मक और पारंपरिक रूप से अलग तरीके से समस्याओं या कार्यों का समाधान करना है।)
• Example: Instead of using the same marketing strategies, the team decided to think outside the box and created a viral social media campaign.
• "Unconventional" refers to not following the usual or traditional way of doing something, often leading to innovative solutions. (अपरंपरागत का मतलब है कि किसी काम को सामान्य या पारंपरिक तरीके से नहीं करना।)
• Example: Her unconventional teaching methods helped students understand complex topics in a fun and engaging way.
• Hence, the phrase "think outside the box" encourages creativity and innovation, making Option 1 the correct choice.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

Additional Information

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

• Option 2: To reject all solutions without analysis (विश्लेषण के बिना सभी समाधानों को अस्वीकार करना)
• Example: Rejecting all proposals without analyzing them is not a constructive approach to problem-solving.
• Option 3: To solve problems using only existing rules (सिर्फ मौजूदा नियमों का उपयोग करके समस्याओं को हल करना)
• Example: Following only the existing rules limited their ability to find a unique solution to the issue.
• Option 4: To follow traditional methods strictly (पारंपरिक तरीकों का सख्ती से पालन करना)
• Example: He insisted on strictly following traditional methods even when modern alternatives were available.

Question: Choose the correct phrase for the word highlighted in bold.

Let's try to think outside the box and come up with a new solution to this problem.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

The correct answer is: Option 4 i.e. Surveillance.

Key Points

• The word "Surveillance" means close observation, especially of a person or group considered suspicious. (निगरानी)
• Example: The police conducted surveillance to track the suspect's movements.
• "Surveillance" is correctly spelled and refers to the act of monitoring or watching over something or someone closely. (निगरानी)
• Example: CCTV cameras are used for surveillance in public areas to ensure safety.
• Hence, the correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Surveillance.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4 i.e. Surveillance.

Additional Information

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

• Option 1: Servillance (गलत वर्तनी): This is an incorrect spelling of the word "Surveillance."
• Example: Servillance is not a valid word.
• Option 2: Survailance (गलत वर्तनी): This is another incorrect spelling of the word "Surveillance."
• Example: Survailance is a misspelled form of the correct word "Surveillance."
• Option 3: Survilance (गलत वर्तनी): This is yet another incorrect spelling of the word "Surveillance."
• Example: Survilance is not recognized as a correct word in English.

Q: Choose the correctly spelt word: 1) Servillance, 2) Survailance, 3) Survilance, 4) Surveillance

The correct answer is: Option 4 i.e. Surveillance.

The correct answer is: Murmur.

Key Points

• The word "Murmur" is an example of onomatopoeia, which refers to words that imitate or resemble the sound they describe. (मर्मराहट)
• Example: The gentle murmur of the stream was soothing to the ears.
• Onomatopoeia helps create a vivid sensory experience by mimicking actual sounds. (ध्वनि अनुकरण)
• Example: Words like "buzz," "splash," and "whisper" are other examples of onomatopoeia.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Murmur.

Additional Information

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

• Silence (चुप्पी): The absence of sound or noise.
• Example: The room was filled with an eerie silence after the announcement.
• Balloon (गुब्बारा): An inflatable object typically made of rubber.
• Example: The children played joyfully with colorful balloons at the party.
• Horrible (भयानक): Something extremely unpleasant or shocking.
• Example: The horrible storm caused widespread destruction in the town.

Q: Which of the following is an example of onomatopoeia?

The correct answer is: Murmur.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The error lies in the usage of "since five years".
• The word "since" is used to indicate a specific point in time (e.g., since 2018) and not a duration of time.
• To indicate a period of time, the correct preposition is "for".
• The correct phrase should be "for five years" instead of "since five years."

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "She has been teaching in this school for five years."

 

Additional Information

• No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part 4.
• She has been teaching – This part of the sentence is correct and does not require any changes.
• in this school – This part of the sentence is also correct and does not require any changes.
• since five years – This is incorrect because "since" is not used for durations.

The correct answer is: Option 1 (Lucid).

Key Points

• The word "Oracular" means mysterious, cryptic, or resembling an oracle in being enigmatic or prophetic. (गूढ़, रहस्यमय)
• Example: The professor’s oracular remarks left the students puzzled and intrigued.
• "Lucid" means clear and easy to understand; something that is expressed without confusion. (स्पष्ट)
• Example: The teacher gave a lucid explanation of the complex concept, making it easy for everyone to understand.
• Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'oracular' is 'lucid'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1 (Lucid).

Additional Information

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

• Impress (प्रभावित करना): To have a strong effect on someone, especially in a positive way.
• Example: His dedication to work continues to impress his colleagues and superiors.
• Anxious (चिंतित): Feeling worried or uneasy about something.
• Example: She felt anxious about the upcoming examination results.
• Idealistic (आदर्शवादी): Being guided by ideals or dreams, often without considering practical limitations.
• Example: His idealistic vision for society was inspiring, though difficult to achieve.

Question: Select the antonym of 'Oracular'.

Correct Answer: Option 1 (Lucid).

The correct answer is: Utopia.

Key Points

• The word "Utopia" refers to an imagined place or state of things in which everything is perfect, characterized by justice, equality, and happiness. (आदर्श समाज)
• Example: Many philosophers have written about a utopia where everyone lives in harmony and prosperity.
• Explanation: In literature and philosophy, "utopia" is often used to depict an ideal society that is free from the problems and conflicts found in real societies. (आदर्श समाज की परिकल्पना)
• Example: The concept of a utopia is central to many works of science fiction and political philosophy.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Utopia.

Additional Information

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

• Oligarchy (अल्पतंत्र): A form of government in which power rests with a small number of people.
• Example: The country was controlled by an oligarchy of wealthy businessmen.
• Technocracy (प्रौद्योगिकी शासन): A system of governance in which decision-makers are selected based on their expertise in technical fields.
• Example: Some believe that a technocracy could lead to more efficient governance.
• Dystopia (डिस्टोपिया): An imagined society that is undesirable or frightening, often characterized by oppression and suffering.
• Example: The novel portrays a dystopia where freedom is suppressed and individuality is punished.

Q1: Choose the correct one-word substitution for: "An ideal society marked by justice, equality, and happiness."

The correct answer is: Utopia.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The sentence talks about the impact of inflation and needs to be arranged logically.
• The correct sequence is RSPQ, as it starts with describing the main effect of inflation (affects purchasing power).
• The next part (leads to increased cost of living) elaborates the consequence.
• Finally, the last two parts (making it difficult for households and to manage daily expenses) complete the thought by explaining the specific challenges.

Therefore, the correct order is RSPQ, and the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "Inflation affects purchasing power, and leads to increased cost of living, making it difficult for households to manage daily expenses."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1 (QSPR): This sequence does not establish the logical flow of the sentence.
• Option 2 (SRQP): This arrangement begins with the consequence but leaves out the cause and logical structure.
• Option 3 (PORS): This option is incorrect as it does not align the sentence in a coherent manner.
• Option 5: This option is not relevant as the correct answer is Option 4.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The sentence is currently in the passive voice: "The book was read by the student in just two days."
• In the passive voice, the subject of the action ("the student") comes after the verb, and the object of the action ("the book") is emphasized.
• To convert this to the active voice, the subject ("the student") should come before the verb, and the object ("the book") should follow the verb.
• The correct active voice sentence is: "The student read the book in just two days."

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "The student read the book in just two days."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "The student was reading the book in just two days." – This sentence is in the past continuous tense, which does not match the original sentence.
• Option 2: "The book is read by the student in just two days." – This sentence is in the present passive voice, which is incorrect.
• Option 3: "The student has read the book in just two days." – This sentence is in the present perfect tense, which does not match the original sentence.
• Option 4: "The student read the book in just two days." – This sentence is in the past tense and is the correct active voice conversion of the original sentence.
• Option 5: (Blank) – This option is irrelevant as it is not provided.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The given sentence is in the passive voice: "The book is being read by him."
• To convert it to the active voice, the subject ("he") must perform the action.
• In the active form, "He is reading the book" correctly represents the continuous action being performed by the subject.
• Other options do not convey the same tense or meaning as the original sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "He is reading the book."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "He was reading the book" – This is in the past continuous tense, which does not match the original sentence's present tense.
• Option 3: "He has read the book" – This is in the present perfect tense, which does not match the original sentence's continuous action.
• Option 4: "He reads the book" – This is in the simple present tense, which does not indicate an ongoing action.
• Option 5: "No option" – This is incorrect since Option 2 is the right choice.

The correct answer is: Option 3 i.e. noccuous.

Key Points

• The word "noccuous" is misspelt. The correct spelling of the word is "innocuous", which means not harmful or offensive. (हानिरहित)
• Example: The comment was innocuous and not meant to offend anyone.
• The misspelt word "noccuous" is a non-existent word and does not hold any meaning in English.
• Example: There is no valid example for "noccuous" as it is not a recognized word.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 3.

Additional Information

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

• Pseudonym (छद्म नाम): A fictitious name, especially one used by an author.
• Example: The famous author Samuel Clemens wrote under the pseudonym Mark Twain.
• Epitaph (समाधि लेख): A phrase or statement written in memory of someone who has died, especially as an inscription on a tombstone.
• Example: The epitaph on his gravestone read, "Gone but not forgotten."
• Circumlocution (घुमा-फिराकर बोलना): The use of many words where fewer would do, especially in a deliberate attempt to be vague or evasive.
• Example: The politician's speech was full of circumlocution and avoided addressing the main issue.

Q: Which complex term is misspelt below?

The correct answer is: Option 3.

The correct answer is: Contraband.

Key Points

• The word "Contraband" refers to goods that are prohibited by law or treaty from being imported or exported. (कानून या संधि द्वारा प्रतिबंधित वस्तु)
• Example: The police seized contraband items at the border that were being smuggled illegally.
• Explanation: The word "Contraband" specifically relates to illegal goods that are smuggled or traded against regulations. (निषिद्ध वस्तु)
• Example: The customs officers are trained to identify and confiscate contraband goods.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Contraband.

Additional Information

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

• Restricted (प्रतिबंधित): Limited in scope or extent; controlled or regulated.
• Example: Access to the restricted area is only granted to authorized personnel.
• Illegal (अवैध): Something that is forbidden by law or statute.
• Example: It is illegal to drive a vehicle without a valid license.
• Banned (प्रतिबंधित): Officially prohibited; forbidden by authority.
• Example: Smoking in public places has been banned in many cities.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• In indirect speech, the tense of the verb remains unchanged if the reported speech describes a universal truth or fact.
• The sentence discusses the location of the Somnath Temple, which is a factual statement and does not require a change in tense.
• Therefore, the verb "is" remains the same in the indirect speech form.
• Option 4 correctly converts the direct speech to indirect speech without altering the factual content of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "Rehan told Mallika that the Somnath Temple is in Prabhas Patan in Gujarat."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: Incorrect as it unnecessarily changes the verb tense from "is" to "was."
• Option 2: Incorrect as it changes the tense to "had been," which is not appropriate for factual statements.
• Option 3: Incorrect as it uses "has been," which is unnecessary in this context.
• Option 4: Correct as it keeps the factual statement intact without altering the tense.

The correct answer is: Option 4 i.e. Ravi misspoke during the interview; it was just a slip of the tongue.

Key Points

• The idiom "a slip of the tongue" refers to a mistake made in speaking, usually when someone says something unintentionally or incorrectly. (जुबान का फिसलना)
• English Meaning: It indicates a verbal error or an unintentional statement.
• Hindi Meaning: जुबान का फिसलना
• Example: During the meeting, the manager made a slip of the tongue and revealed confidential information.
• Explanation of Correct Sentence: Option 4 correctly uses the idiom "a slip of the tongue" to describe Ravi misspeaking during the interview, which aligns with the meaning of the phrase. (सही वाक्य)
• Hindi Meaning: रवि ने इंटरव्यू के दौरान गलती से कुछ गलत बोल दिया; यह जुबान का फिसलना था।
• Example: Ravi apologized for his slip of the tongue during the important discussion.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

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

• Option 1: The chef burned his hand and let out a slip of the tongue. (जुबान का फिसलना)
• Explanation: This sentence incorrectly uses the idiom because "a slip of the tongue" refers to a verbal error, not an expression of pain.
• Example: The chef screamed in pain, but it wasn’t a slip of the tongue.
• Option 2: Sneha carefully planned her speech to ensure a slip of the tongue. (जुबान का फिसलना)
• Explanation: This sentence incorrectly implies that Sneha planned for a verbal mistake, which is contradictory to the meaning of the idiom.
• Example: Sneha rehearsed her speech to avoid a slip of the tongue.
• Option 3: Sunita lost her balance while walking and had a slip of the tongue. (जुबान का फिसलना)
• Explanation: This sentence incorrectly connects physical imbalance with a verbal error, which is unrelated to the idiom.
• Example: Sunita stumbled but didn’t have a slip of the tongue.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• In Option 2, the use of the article "the" is appropriate because the sentence compares Kalidas to Shakespeare, emphasizing his stature as the Shakespeare of India.
• Other options incorrectly use "the" before "Shakespeare" when referring to the historical figure or a specific instance, which is not grammatically correct.
• For instance, in Option 1, "the Shakespeare" implies a specific Shakespeare, which is incorrect as "Shakespeare" is a proper noun and does not need an article in this context.
• Option 3 and Option 4 also misuse "the Shakespeare" in contexts where it is not required or appropriate.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "Kalidas is the Shakespeare of India."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "Dr. Johnson met the Shakespeare in England." – Incorrect because "Shakespeare" as a proper noun does not require "the" in this context.
• Option 3: "Dr. Johnson saw the Shakespeare acting in King Lear." – Incorrect because "the Shakespeare" implies a specific Shakespeare, which is not appropriate in this context.
• Option 4: "Dr. Johnson had instructed the Shakespeare to write The Tempest." – Incorrect because "the Shakespeare" is not the correct usage here when referring to the historical figure.
• Option 2: "Kalidas is the Shakespeare of India." – Correct because the comparison requires the definite article to indicate Kalidas's equivalence to Shakespeare in literary stature.