English Comprehension PYQs

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e 'enjoyable'.

 

Key Points

• The word "enjoyable" is an adjective, which modifies the noun "day" by describing what kind of day it was.
• Adjectives are used to describe or modify nouns or pronouns by providing more information about their qualities or characteristics.
• Adjectives often answer questions such as "what kind," "which one," or "how many," and in this case, "enjoyable" answers "what kind of day" the speaker had at school.

Therefore, the correct answer is- Option 1.

 

Additional Information

• The other options do not fit grammatically in the sentence:
• Option 2 ("enjoying"): This is a verb in its present participle form, which does not fit the context.
• Option 3 ("enjoyment"): This is a noun, which cannot directly modify another noun like "day" in this context.
• Option 4 ("enjoyed"): This is a past tense verb, which does not fit grammatically in the blank.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

The correctly spelt word is 'Mischievous'.

• 'Mischievous' is the correct spelling. It means 'showing a playful desire to cause trouble or harm'. (शरारती)

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1 - Mischievous.

Additional Information

Let's understand the meaning of 'Mischievous' in context:

• Mischievous behavior is often playful but can sometimes cause trouble or annoyance.
• For Example -
• The mischievous child hid his teacher's chalk before the lesson.

The correct answer is: Pariah.

Key Points

• The word "Pariah" refers to someone who is consistently excluded or ignored by a community due to lack of trust or popularity. (बहिष्कृत)
• Example: After the scandal, he became a pariah in his social circle, with everyone avoiding him.
• The term highlights a state of being shunned or ostracized, often due to societal judgment or disapproval.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Pariah.

Additional Information

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

• Dissenter (असहमति रखने वाला): A person who disagrees with or challenges the majority opinion or established norms.
• Example: The dissenter voiced his opposition to the new policy during the meeting.
• Noble (महान): Refers to someone with high moral qualities or someone belonging to a high social class.
• Example: The noble knight was admired for his bravery and sense of justice.
• Loyalist (वफादार व्यक्ति): A person who remains loyal to a cause, leader, or government, especially during times of conflict or opposition.
• Example: The loyalist refused to abandon his king even in the face of great danger.

The correct answer is: Option 4 (was not verified).

Key Points

• The word "verified" means to confirm the accuracy, truth, or validity of something. (सत्यापित करना)
• Example: The documents were verified by the government authorities.
• The phrase "was not verified" is used in past tense to indicate that the verification did not happen in the past. (पिछले समय में सत्यापित नहीं किया गया)
• Example: The report was not verified by the auditor before submission.
• In the given sentence, the phrase "is not verified" is incorrect because the sentence discusses a past event, and hence, the past tense "was not verified" should be used.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4 (was not verified).

Additional Information

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

• Option 1: has not been verified (अब तक सत्यापित नहीं हुआ है): This phrase is in the present perfect tense, which refers to an action that started in the past but is relevant to the present. However, it does not fit here because the sentence refers to a past event.
• Example: The data has not been verified by the experts yet.
• Option 2: is not being verified yet (अभी तक सत्यापित नहीं किया जा रहा है): This phrase is in the present continuous tense and indicates an ongoing process, which is not suitable for the given sentence describing a past event.
• Example: The experiment is not being verified yet by the researchers.
• Option 3: No substitution required (कोई प्रतिस्थापन आवश्यक नहीं): This option implies that the original sentence is correct. However, the original sentence is incorrect because it uses "is not verified" instead of "was not verified."

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The word "will" is used to indicate a future action or decision. (भविष्य में होने वाली क्रिया या निर्णय का संकेत देना)
• Example: She will attend the meeting tomorrow.
• "Would" is the past tense of "will," and it is often used to express a future action from the perspective of a past event. (भूतकाल में भविष्य की क्रिया का संकेत देना)
• Example: She said she would join us for dinner.
• In the given sentence, the future action "will go" is reported in indirect speech, so it needs to be changed to "would go" to align with the past-tense "said."

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 - Shall go (जाना चाहिए): Used to express determination or obligation, but less common in modern usage.
• Example: We shall overcome all obstacles.
• Option 2 - Could go (जा सकता था): Indicates possibility or ability in the past or future.
• Example: She could go to the market if she had time.
• Option 3 - Can go (जा सकता है): Refers to ability or permission in the present or future.
• Example: You can go to the park after finishing your homework.

The correct answer is: Option 2 i.e. Patrimony.

Key Points

• The word "Patrimony" refers to the property or inheritance that is passed down from one’s father or ancestors. (पैतृक संपत्ति)
• Example: The ancestral house was part of his patrimony and had been in the family for generations.
• "Property inherited from one’s father" specifically denotes patrimony, as it is derived from the Latin word "pater," meaning father. (पैतृक संपत्ति)
• Example: The family's traditions and wealth were part of their patrimony.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2 i.e. Patrimony.

Additional Information

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

• Matrimony (वैवाहिक संबंध): The state of being married or the formal union of a couple.
• Example: Matrimony is often considered a sacred bond in many cultures.
• Autocracy (सर्वसत्तावाद): A system of government by one person with absolute power.
• Example: The nation suffered under the autocracy of the dictator for decades.
• Testimony (गवाही): A formal statement or evidence given in a court of law or as proof of something.
• Example: Her testimony in court was crucial to solving the case.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The sentence uses "If I was you," which is grammatically incorrect because the subjunctive mood should be used for hypothetical or unreal situations.
• The correct form in the subjunctive mood is "If I were you."
• The subjunctive "were" is used to indicate that the situation is imaginary or contrary to reality.
• Thus, "were you" is the most suitable substitution for the underlined part of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Additional Information

• Option 1 (No substitution required): Incorrect because the sentence is not grammatically correct as written.
• Option 2 (am you): Incorrect because "am" does not fit the context of the sentence.
• Option 3 (would be you): Incorrect because it changes the meaning and does not fit the subjunctive mood required.

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

Key Points

• The word "Obsequious" refers to someone who is overly eager to please or obey authority, often in a servile or fawning manner. (चापलूस)
• Example: The employee's obsequious behavior towards his boss made his colleagues uncomfortable.
• "Submissive" means willing to conform to the authority or will of others; behaving in a meek or obedient manner. (आज्ञाकारी)
• Example: The dog was submissive, obeying every command given by its owner.
• Hence, the synonym of "Obsequious" is "Submissive."

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

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

• Defiant (उग्र): Showing resistance or bold disobedience.
• Example: The defiant teenager refused to follow the school rules.
• Aggressive (आक्रामक): Ready to attack or confront; forceful and energetic.
• Example: His aggressive approach in the debate startled his opponent.
• Proud (गर्वित): Feeling deep pleasure or satisfaction as a result of achievements or qualities.
• Example: She was proud of her son's accomplishments.

The correct answer is 'at'.

 

Key Points

• The preposition "at" is used to indicate proficiency or skill in a particular subject.
• In this sentence, "mathematics" is the subject in which the individual is skilled.
• Options 1, 2, and 3 are grammatically incorrect in this context.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Complete Sentence: "He is good at mathematics."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "by" is incorrect because "by" is used to indicate the means or agent, not skill.
• Option 2: "to" is incorrect because "to" generally indicates direction or relationship, not proficiency.
• Option 3: "in" is incorrect because while it can indicate a domain, it doesn't specifically convey proficiency.

The correct answer is: BDCA.

Key Points

• B (Reading): The subject of the sentence is the activity, "Reading."
• D (fictional): The adjective "fictional" directly describes the type of books being read.
• C (books): This is the object of the verb "reading," referring to the material being read.
• A (is very interesting): This is the predicate, explaining the quality of the books being read.

So the correct sentence formed is: "Reading fictional books is very interesting."

The correct answer is: Revive.

Key Points

• The word "Wilt" means to become limp or droop, especially due to lack of water or vitality. (मुरझाना)
• Example: The flowers began to wilt under the scorching heat of the sun.
• "Revive" means to bring back to life, consciousness, or a flourishing condition. (पुनर्जीवित करना)
• Example: After receiving water, the wilting plant began to revive and looked fresh again.
• Hence, the opposite of 'Wilt' is 'Revive'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Revive.

Additional Information

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

• Cruel (क्रूर): Willfully causing pain or suffering to others, or feeling no concern about it.
• Example: The cruel ruler showed no mercy to his enemies.
• Merciless (निर्दयी): Showing no mercy or pity.
• Example: The merciless storm destroyed the entire village.
• Strict (सख्त): Demanding that rules concerning behavior are obeyed and observed.
• Example: The teacher was strict about students completing their homework on time.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The paragraph discusses the preservation of Pompeii due to Mount Vesuvius' eruption, and how the excavation provided insights into ancient Roman life.
• Sentence 2 is the first sentence, as it introduces the discovery of Pompeii and its significance:
• "The excavation of Pompeii provided a remarkably well-preserved glimpse into life in ancient Rome."
• Sentence 4 follows, as it explains why Pompeii was unique among ruins:
• "Unlike other ruins, Pompeii remained frozen in time due to Mount Vesuvius' sudden eruption."
• Sentence 3 is the third, as it describes the immediate event during the eruption:
• "When the eruption occurred, a thick layer of hot ash and pumice rapidly buried the town."
• Sentence 1 is the last, as it explains the scientific reason for the preservation:
• "It cut off oxygen and prevented the usual decay caused by air, moisture, and bacteria."
• The correct sequence is 2-4-3-1.

The correct answer is option 4.

Key Points

The misspelled word is 'hygenic'.

• The correct spelling would be 'hygienic'.
• The word 'hygienic' is an adjective which means 'conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease, especially by being clean'. (स्वच्छ)
• For Example -
• It is essential to follow hygienic practices in food preparation.

Therefore, the correct answer would be 'hygenic'.

Additional Information

Let's understand the meanings of the other marked words in the options -

• Hypothesis - a supposition or proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation (परिकल्पना)
• Hybrid - a thing made by combining two different elements; a mixture (संकर)
• Hypnosis - a trance-like state in which a person has heightened focus and concentration (सम्मोहन)

The correct answer is: Option 1 (Scold).

Key Points

• The idiom "Take to task" means to scold, reprimand, or criticize someone for a fault or mistake. (किसी को डांटना या फटकारना)
• Example: The manager took the employee to task for missing the deadline.
• "Scold" means to angrily criticize or reprimand someone, often to correct their behavior. (डांटना)
• Example: The teacher scolded the students for being late to class.
• Hence, the meaning of the idiom "Take to task" aligns with the word "Scold".

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

Additional Information

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

• Congratulate (बधाई देना): To express praise or good wishes to someone for an achievement or happy event.
• Example: We congratulated her on winning the competition.
• Reward (पुरस्कार): Something given in recognition of an effort, achievement, or service.
• Example: He received a reward for his hard work on the project.
• Praise (प्रशंसा): To express admiration or approval of someone or something.
• Example: The teacher praised the student for their excellent performance.

The correct answer is 'extremely'.

 

Key Points

• The word "extremely" is an adverb used to emphasize the degree or intensity of something.
• In this context, "extremely" is the most appropriate choice to describe the quality of the food.
• The other options: "cautiously," "boldly," and "annually" do not fit the context logically.

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

Complete Sentence: The food is extremely good.

Additional Information

• Cautiously: means in a careful or cautious way, which is not relevant here.
• Boldly: means in a confident and courageous way, which is not appropriate for describing food.
• Annually: means something that occurs every year, which does not fit the context.

The correct answer is: Option 1 - a lot of work.

Key Points

• The word "works" is often used in the plural form to refer to productions or creations like literary works or artistic works. However, when referring to tasks or labor, the singular term "work" is used. (कार्य)
• Example: The works of Shakespeare are studied all over the world.
• "a lot of work" refers to a large amount of tasks or effort required to be done. (बहुत सारा काम)
• Example: He has a lot of work to finish before the deadline.
• Hence, the phrase "much works" is incorrect, and the correct replacement is "a lot of work."

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1 - a lot of work.

Additional Information

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

• Plenty works (बहुत सारे कार्य): This phrase is grammatically incorrect as "plenty" should be followed by singular nouns when referring to tasks or labor.
• Example: Incorrect: She has plenty works to do. Correct: She has plenty of work to do.
• Many works (कई कार्य): While "many works" can refer to multiple creations or productions, it is not suitable to describe tasks or labor.
• Example: Incorrect: He has many works to finish. Correct: He has many tasks to finish.
• Lot of tasks (बहुत सारे कार्य): While grammatically correct, this phrase changes the meaning of the sentence as it uses "tasks" instead of "work."
• Example: He has a lot of tasks to complete before the deadline.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The Union Budget preparation involves a sequence of well-defined steps to ensure accuracy and transparency.
• Step Q: The Ministry of Finance collects estimates from various ministries. This is the starting point where all financial requirements and projections are gathered.
• Step S: The Cabinet approves the final draft of the budget. After collecting estimates, the budget is reviewed and approved at the highest level.
• Step P: The finance minister presents the budget in Parliament. Once approved by the Cabinet, the budget is presented for discussion and debate.
• Step R: The budget is passed by both houses of Parliament. After due deliberation and any necessary amendments, the budget receives approval.
• The correct order of steps is Q → S → P → R, as mentioned in Option 2.

The correct answer is Option (1) i.e. DABC

 

Key Points

• The sentence begins with the subject "Everyone," which is correctly indicated by part (D).
• Following the subject, "should follow" (DA) continues the logical sequence, making it clear what everyone should do.
• The next part, "traffic rules" (B), specifies what is being followed.
• Ending with "strictly" (C) completes the sentence by emphasizing how the rules should be followed.

Therefore, the correct answer is DABC.

 

Additional Information

• Option 2 (DCAB): This option starts with "Everyone strictly should follow traffic rules," which makes the sentence incorrect due to improper placement of the adverb "strictly."
• Option 3 (DBCA): This option starts with "Everyone traffic rules should follow strictly," which disrupts the logical sequence of the sentence.
• Option 4 (DACB): This option starts with "Everyone should follow strictly traffic rules," which is grammatically awkward and unclear.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The sentence uses the pronoun "his" to refer to "One," which is incorrect.
• The pronoun "his" is gender-specific, while "One" is a gender-neutral pronoun.
• The correct pronoun to use with "One" is "one's."
• Thus, the error lies in Option 4, as the subject-pronoun agreement is incorrect.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "One must keep one's promises."

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the disagreement between the subject ("The behaviour") and the verb ("leave").
• The subject, "The behaviour," is singular, so the verb should also be singular.
• The correct verb form should be "leaves" instead of "leave."
• Thus, the error is located in part 1 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Correct Sentence: "The behaviour of these students leaves much to be desired."