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Q1:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

"Let us laugh," says, W. Mathews, "it is the cheapest luxury man enjoys. It stirs up the blood, expands the chest, clears away the cobwebs from the brain and gives the whole system a healthy treatment." So is it not nice to laugh a lot ? It is said, "Laughter is the best medicine." For those who dislike medicine, sweet or bitter, a good joke that provokes laughter is prescribed. It is nice to have a good laugh but a "guffaw" may sometimes lock one's jaws and so it is suggested that those who enjoy a loud guffaw to go slow and subside into a gurgle. But the best thing is, as done in Hon'ble courts before Hon'ble Judges is to, just titter. And finally, I feel that I should smile, laugh heartily (without the predicament of lockjaws) and be able to enjoy all jokes including ones directed at myself. But never making a laughing stock of myself in the process. Happiness is a state of mind and the feelings expressed when things are going great. It is what we feel when we get our first car, buy a new house or graduate with the best grades. Happiness should be distinguished from joy. When joy is a constant state of mind, happiness depends on events in our lives. The opposite of happiness is sadness which is a state of negativity in our mindset. When we remain sad for an extended period of time it can lead to depression. To avoid this state of mind, we must always remind ourselves of happenings in our lives that made us happy. Though life throws countless challenges at us on a daily basis, if we drown in those challenges we would definitely become depressed. It is important that we find positive things in our daily lives to get excited about and feel the happiness. Let us remember the wise saying, "He is not laughed at who laughs at himself first."

It is said that, 'laughter is the best medicine'. Choose the option from the list given below that is true to the passage :

Laughter always comes for a price

Laughter is much cheaper than an aeroplane

Laughter is the cheapest luxury man enjoys

Only the poor are able to laugh

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q2:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

"Let us laugh," says, W. Mathews, "it is the cheapest luxury man enjoys. It stirs up the blood, expands the chest, clears away the cobwebs from the brain and gives the whole system a healthy treatment." So is it not nice to laugh a lot ? It is said, "Laughter is the best medicine." For those who dislike medicine, sweet or bitter, a good joke that provokes laughter is prescribed. It is nice to have a good laugh but a "guffaw" may sometimes lock one's jaws and so it is suggested that those who enjoy a loud guffaw to go slow and subside into a gurgle. But the best thing is, as done in Hon'ble courts before Hon'ble Judges is to, just titter. And finally, I feel that I should smile, laugh heartily (without the predicament of lockjaws) and be able to enjoy all jokes including ones directed at myself. But never making a laughing stock of myself in the process. Happiness is a state of mind and the feelings expressed when things are going great. It is what we feel when we get our first car, buy a new house or graduate with the best grades. Happiness should be distinguished from joy. When joy is a constant state of mind, happiness depends on events in our lives. The opposite of happiness is sadness which is a state of negativity in our mindset. When we remain sad for an extended period of time it can lead to depression. To avoid this state of mind, we must always remind ourselves of happenings in our lives that made us happy. Though life throws countless challenges at us on a daily basis, if we drown in those challenges we would definitely become depressed. It is important that we find positive things in our daily lives to get excited about and feel the happiness. Let us remember the wise saying, "He is not laughed at who laughs at himself first."

Match List - I with List - II. | Part A | Part B | | --- | --- | | (A) For those who dislike medicine | (I) say's 'Let us laugh' | | (B) W. Mathews | (II) may some times lock one's jaws | | (C) Happiness | (III) is a state of mind | | (D) A "guffaw" | (IV) a good joke invoking laughter is prescribed | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) - (IV), (B) - (I), (C) - (III), (D) - (II)

(A) - (I), (B) - (IV), (C) - (III), (D) - (II)

(A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q3:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

"Let us laugh," says, W. Mathews, "it is the cheapest luxury man enjoys. It stirs up the blood, expands the chest, clears away the cobwebs from the brain and gives the whole system a healthy treatment." So is it not nice to laugh a lot ? It is said, "Laughter is the best medicine." For those who dislike medicine, sweet or bitter, a good joke that provokes laughter is prescribed. It is nice to have a good laugh but a "guffaw" may sometimes lock one's jaws and so it is suggested that those who enjoy a loud guffaw to go slow and subside into a gurgle. But the best thing is, as done in Hon'ble courts before Hon'ble Judges is to, just titter. And finally, I feel that I should smile, laugh heartily (without the predicament of lockjaws) and be able to enjoy all jokes including ones directed at myself. But never making a laughing stock of myself in the process. Happiness is a state of mind and the feelings expressed when things are going great. It is what we feel when we get our first car, buy a new house or graduate with the best grades. Happiness should be distinguished from joy. When joy is a constant state of mind, happiness depends on events in our lives. The opposite of happiness is sadness which is a state of negativity in our mindset. When we remain sad for an extended period of time it can lead to depression. To avoid this state of mind, we must always remind ourselves of happenings in our lives that made us happy. Though life throws countless challenges at us on a daily basis, if we drown in those challenges we would definitely become depressed. It is important that we find positive things in our daily lives to get excited about and feel the happiness. Let us remember the wise saying, "He is not laughed at who laughs at himself first."

The writer says that, he would never make a laughing stock of himself. This means, he . . . (A) should not allow others to ridicule and make fun of him (B) should not disrespect others (C) should quarrel with those who laugh aloud (D) should go on a pilgrimage Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) only

(C) only

(D) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q4:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

"Let us laugh," says, W. Mathews, "it is the cheapest luxury man enjoys. It stirs up the blood, expands the chest, clears away the cobwebs from the brain and gives the whole system a healthy treatment." So is it not nice to laugh a lot ? It is said, "Laughter is the best medicine." For those who dislike medicine, sweet or bitter, a good joke that provokes laughter is prescribed. It is nice to have a good laugh but a "guffaw" may sometimes lock one's jaws and so it is suggested that those who enjoy a loud guffaw to go slow and subside into a gurgle. But the best thing is, as done in Hon'ble courts before Hon'ble Judges is to, just titter. And finally, I feel that I should smile, laugh heartily (without the predicament of lockjaws) and be able to enjoy all jokes including ones directed at myself. But never making a laughing stock of myself in the process. Happiness is a state of mind and the feelings expressed when things are going great. It is what we feel when we get our first car, buy a new house or graduate with the best grades. Happiness should be distinguished from joy. When joy is a constant state of mind, happiness depends on events in our lives. The opposite of happiness is sadness which is a state of negativity in our mindset. When we remain sad for an extended period of time it can lead to depression. To avoid this state of mind, we must always remind ourselves of happenings in our lives that made us happy. Though life throws countless challenges at us on a daily basis, if we drown in those challenges we would definitely become depressed. It is important that we find positive things in our daily lives to get excited about and feel the happiness. Let us remember the wise saying, "He is not laughed at who laughs at himself first."

Which according to you is the best title for the passage : (A) Crime and punishment (B) Guffaw, guffaw, guffaw (C) Laughter is the best medicine (D) Laughter should be avoided by Camels (E) Locked Jaws and bad teeth Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) and (A) only

(C) only

(E) and (D) only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q5:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

"Let us laugh," says, W. Mathews, "it is the cheapest luxury man enjoys. It stirs up the blood, expands the chest, clears away the cobwebs from the brain and gives the whole system a healthy treatment." So is it not nice to laugh a lot ? It is said, "Laughter is the best medicine." For those who dislike medicine, sweet or bitter, a good joke that provokes laughter is prescribed. It is nice to have a good laugh but a "guffaw" may sometimes lock one's jaws and so it is suggested that those who enjoy a loud guffaw to go slow and subside into a gurgle. But the best thing is, as done in Hon'ble courts before Hon'ble Judges is to, just titter. And finally, I feel that I should smile, laugh heartily (without the predicament of lockjaws) and be able to enjoy all jokes including ones directed at myself. But never making a laughing stock of myself in the process. Happiness is a state of mind and the feelings expressed when things are going great. It is what we feel when we get our first car, buy a new house or graduate with the best grades. Happiness should be distinguished from joy. When joy is a constant state of mind, happiness depends on events in our lives. The opposite of happiness is sadness which is a state of negativity in our mindset. When we remain sad for an extended period of time it can lead to depression. To avoid this state of mind, we must always remind ourselves of happenings in our lives that made us happy. Though life throws countless challenges at us on a daily basis, if we drown in those challenges we would definitely become depressed. It is important that we find positive things in our daily lives to get excited about and feel the happiness. Let us remember the wise saying, "He is not laughed at who laughs at himself first."

'He is not laughed at who laughs at himself first' : This according to you is : (A) Idiomatic (B) Name of a Hollywood cinema (C) Name of a club (D) Name of a scripture Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(C)

(B)

(D)

(A)

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q6:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

"Let us laugh," says, W. Mathews, "it is the cheapest luxury man enjoys. It stirs up the blood, expands the chest, clears away the cobwebs from the brain and gives the whole system a healthy treatment." So is it not nice to laugh a lot ? It is said, "Laughter is the best medicine." For those who dislike medicine, sweet or bitter, a good joke that provokes laughter is prescribed. It is nice to have a good laugh but a "guffaw" may sometimes lock one's jaws and so it is suggested that those who enjoy a loud guffaw to go slow and subside into a gurgle. But the best thing is, as done in Hon'ble courts before Hon'ble Judges is to, just titter. And finally, I feel that I should smile, laugh heartily (without the predicament of lockjaws) and be able to enjoy all jokes including ones directed at myself. But never making a laughing stock of myself in the process. Happiness is a state of mind and the feelings expressed when things are going great. It is what we feel when we get our first car, buy a new house or graduate with the best grades. Happiness should be distinguished from joy. When joy is a constant state of mind, happiness depends on events in our lives. The opposite of happiness is sadness which is a state of negativity in our mindset. When we remain sad for an extended period of time it can lead to depression. To avoid this state of mind, we must always remind ourselves of happenings in our lives that made us happy. Though life throws countless challenges at us on a daily basis, if we drown in those challenges we would definitely become depressed. It is important that we find positive things in our daily lives to get excited about and feel the happiness. Let us remember the wise saying, "He is not laughed at who laughs at himself first."

The writer feels that 'laughter' is to be prescribed to those who : (A) Like to explore 'new games' (B) Dislike medicines (C) Fly aeroplanes (D) Junior school students Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) only

(C) only

(D) and (A) only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q7:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. When areas in and around Leh began to experience water shortages, life didn't grind to a halt. Why? Because Chewang Norphel a retired Civil Engineer in the Jammu and Kashmir government came up with the idea of artificial glaciers. Ladakh, a cold desert at an altitude of 3,000-3,500 metres above sea level has a low average annual rainfall rate of 50 mm. Glaciers have always been the only source of water. Agriculture here is completely dependent on glacier melt unlike the rest of river/monsoon-fed India. But over the years with increasing effects of climate change, rainfall and snowfall patterns have been changing, resulting in severe shortage and drought situations. Given the severe winter conditions, the window for farming is usually limited to one harvest season. Fondly called the "glacier man" Mr. Norphel has designed over 15 artificial glaciers in and around Leh since 1987. In recognition of his pioneering effort he was conferred the Padma Shri by the President of India in 2015. There are few basic steps followed in creating an artificial glacier. A River or a stream of water at a higher altitude is diverted to a shaded area of the hill, facing north, where the winter sun is blocked by a ridge or a mountain range. At the start of winter around November, the diverted water is made to flow onto the sloping hill face through distribution channels. Stone embankments are built at regular intervals which impede the flow of water, making shallow pools that freeze, forming a cascade of ice along the slope. Ice formation continues for 3-4 months resulting in a large accumulation of ice which is referred to as an "artificial glacier".

Who was called the Glacier Man ?

Edmund Hillary

Chewang Norphel

Chewang Tenzing

Norphel Tenzing

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q8:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. When areas in and around Leh began to experience water shortages, life didn't grind to a halt. Why? Because Chewang Norphel a retired Civil Engineer in the Jammu and Kashmir government came up with the idea of artificial glaciers. Ladakh, a cold desert at an altitude of 3,000-3,500 metres above sea level has a low average annual rainfall rate of 50 mm. Glaciers have always been the only source of water. Agriculture here is completely dependent on glacier melt unlike the rest of river/monsoon-fed India. But over the years with increasing effects of climate change, rainfall and snowfall patterns have been changing, resulting in severe shortage and drought situations. Given the severe winter conditions, the window for farming is usually limited to one harvest season. Fondly called the "glacier man" Mr. Norphel has designed over 15 artificial glaciers in and around Leh since 1987. In recognition of his pioneering effort he was conferred the Padma Shri by the President of India in 2015. There are few basic steps followed in creating an artificial glacier. A River or a stream of water at a higher altitude is diverted to a shaded area of the hill, facing north, where the winter sun is blocked by a ridge or a mountain range. At the start of winter around November, the diverted water is made to flow onto the sloping hill face through distribution channels. Stone embankments are built at regular intervals which impede the flow of water, making shallow pools that freeze, forming a cascade of ice along the slope. Ice formation continues for 3-4 months resulting in a large accumulation of ice which is referred to as an "artificial glacier".

Fill in the blank to make a meaningful sentence. In Ladakh, a retired Civil Engineer came up with the idea of __________ to overcome the water crisis.

natural glaciers

artificial glaciers

artificial dams

division of highways

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q9:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. When areas in and around Leh began to experience water shortages, life didn't grind to a halt. Why? Because Chewang Norphel a retired Civil Engineer in the Jammu and Kashmir government came up with the idea of artificial glaciers. Ladakh, a cold desert at an altitude of 3,000-3,500 metres above sea level has a low average annual rainfall rate of 50 mm. Glaciers have always been the only source of water. Agriculture here is completely dependent on glacier melt unlike the rest of river/monsoon-fed India. But over the years with increasing effects of climate change, rainfall and snowfall patterns have been changing, resulting in severe shortage and drought situations. Given the severe winter conditions, the window for farming is usually limited to one harvest season. Fondly called the "glacier man" Mr. Norphel has designed over 15 artificial glaciers in and around Leh since 1987. In recognition of his pioneering effort he was conferred the Padma Shri by the President of India in 2015. There are few basic steps followed in creating an artificial glacier. A River or a stream of water at a higher altitude is diverted to a shaded area of the hill, facing north, where the winter sun is blocked by a ridge or a mountain range. At the start of winter around November, the diverted water is made to flow onto the sloping hill face through distribution channels. Stone embankments are built at regular intervals which impede the flow of water, making shallow pools that freeze, forming a cascade of ice along the slope. Ice formation continues for 3-4 months resulting in a large accumulation of ice which is referred to as an "artificial glacier".

Fill in the blank with the correct option to make a meaningful sentence. The glacier man was awarded the "PADMASHREE" in __________ (A) 2015 (B) 2005 (C) 1845 (D) 2017 Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) only

(D) only

(C) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q10:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. When areas in and around Leh began to experience water shortages, life didn't grind to a halt. Why? Because Chewang Norphel a retired Civil Engineer in the Jammu and Kashmir government came up with the idea of artificial glaciers. Ladakh, a cold desert at an altitude of 3,000-3,500 metres above sea level has a low average annual rainfall rate of 50 mm. Glaciers have always been the only source of water. Agriculture here is completely dependent on glacier melt unlike the rest of river/monsoon-fed India. But over the years with increasing effects of climate change, rainfall and snowfall patterns have been changing, resulting in severe shortage and drought situations. Given the severe winter conditions, the window for farming is usually limited to one harvest season. Fondly called the "glacier man" Mr. Norphel has designed over 15 artificial glaciers in and around Leh since 1987. In recognition of his pioneering effort he was conferred the Padma Shri by the President of India in 2015. There are few basic steps followed in creating an artificial glacier. A River or a stream of water at a higher altitude is diverted to a shaded area of the hill, facing north, where the winter sun is blocked by a ridge or a mountain range. At the start of winter around November, the diverted water is made to flow onto the sloping hill face through distribution channels. Stone embankments are built at regular intervals which impede the flow of water, making shallow pools that freeze, forming a cascade of ice along the slope. Ice formation continues for 3-4 months resulting in a large accumulation of ice which is referred to as an "artificial glacier".

From the options given below, choose the most appropriate one to complete the sentence "Glaciers are the only source of water in Ladakh because of" : (A) Very hot climate (B) Erratic Rainfall (C) Low annual rainfall (D) Heavy snow fall Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) only

(C) only

(D) only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q11:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. When areas in and around Leh began to experience water shortages, life didn't grind to a halt. Why? Because Chewang Norphel a retired Civil Engineer in the Jammu and Kashmir government came up with the idea of artificial glaciers. Ladakh, a cold desert at an altitude of 3,000-3,500 metres above sea level has a low average annual rainfall rate of 50 mm. Glaciers have always been the only source of water. Agriculture here is completely dependent on glacier melt unlike the rest of river/monsoon-fed India. But over the years with increasing effects of climate change, rainfall and snowfall patterns have been changing, resulting in severe shortage and drought situations. Given the severe winter conditions, the window for farming is usually limited to one harvest season. Fondly called the "glacier man" Mr. Norphel has designed over 15 artificial glaciers in and around Leh since 1987. In recognition of his pioneering effort he was conferred the Padma Shri by the President of India in 2015. There are few basic steps followed in creating an artificial glacier. A River or a stream of water at a higher altitude is diverted to a shaded area of the hill, facing north, where the winter sun is blocked by a ridge or a mountain range. At the start of winter around November, the diverted water is made to flow onto the sloping hill face through distribution channels. Stone embankments are built at regular intervals which impede the flow of water, making shallow pools that freeze, forming a cascade of ice along the slope. Ice formation continues for 3-4 months resulting in a large accumulation of ice which is referred to as an "artificial glacier".

Match List - I with List - II. | PART - A | PART - B | | --- | --- | | (A) Necessity is | (I) the mother of invention | | (B) Ladakh at an altitude of 3,000 - 3,500 metres | (II) is a cold desert | | (C) Mr. Norphel has | (III) designed over 15 artificial glaciers | | (D) Stone embankments | (IV) impede the flow of water | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

(A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)

(A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q12:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Necessity is indeed the mother of invention. When areas in and around Leh began to experience water shortages, life didn't grind to a halt. Why? Because Chewang Norphel a retired Civil Engineer in the Jammu and Kashmir government came up with the idea of artificial glaciers. Ladakh, a cold desert at an altitude of 3,000-3,500 metres above sea level has a low average annual rainfall rate of 50 mm. Glaciers have always been the only source of water. Agriculture here is completely dependent on glacier melt unlike the rest of river/monsoon-fed India. But over the years with increasing effects of climate change, rainfall and snowfall patterns have been changing, resulting in severe shortage and drought situations. Given the severe winter conditions, the window for farming is usually limited to one harvest season. Fondly called the "glacier man" Mr. Norphel has designed over 15 artificial glaciers in and around Leh since 1987. In recognition of his pioneering effort he was conferred the Padma Shri by the President of India in 2015. There are few basic steps followed in creating an artificial glacier. A River or a stream of water at a higher altitude is diverted to a shaded area of the hill, facing north, where the winter sun is blocked by a ridge or a mountain range. At the start of winter around November, the diverted water is made to flow onto the sloping hill face through distribution channels. Stone embankments are built at regular intervals which impede the flow of water, making shallow pools that freeze, forming a cascade of ice along the slope. Ice formation continues for 3-4 months resulting in a large accumulation of ice which is referred to as an "artificial glacier".

Fill in the blank by choosing the right option from the given list to form a meaningful sentence. "Glaciers are significant for irrigation because they __________. (A) Provide rich mineral (B) Make the climate suitable for school picnics (C) Provide water for farming (D) Boost film-making Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) only

(C) only

(D) only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q13:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

I recently went to the doctor with an inexplicable stomach pain that had persisted for several days. After a brief examination, he provided his diagnosis : "It's probably stress". I have to admit that I was disappointed with the verdict, as I was hoping that he would find a more concrete cause that could be easily resolved with the prescription of drugs. Instead, I was going to have to take a look at my life-style and try to make some changes. I do have a demanding new boss, and I have recently had a slight disagreement with a sibling, but I hadn't really considered myself to be stressed about either issue. When I think about it, I don't really know anybody who doesn't suffer from stress. We all have problems that can make us feel stressed, but the difference is in how we manage that stress. Apparently, some of us are better at taking charge of our thoughts, feelings, schedule, and the way we deal with problems than others. Some people are able to remain calm and in control despite the demands and pressures of everyday life. I went to talk to a life-style counsellor, who presented me with several suggestions. Firstly, I could try to take control of my environment by eliminating unnecessary stresses. Clearly, I wouldn't be able to eradicate my boss or my brother. However, I could avoid travelling in a crammed train carriage every morning by getting up 10 minutes earlier. I tried it for a few days, and surprisingly enough I already felt a lot more in control. Secondly, I should try to adopt a healthier life-style. We all know that a healthy diet and regular exercise make us thinner and fitter, but I wasn't aware that they could also help to eliminate stress. I decided to start with some small changes, such as cutting out sweets and desserts, and taking the stairs instead of the lift. Again, I immediately felt that these small changes were making a positive difference. Perhaps the most important advice of all was to learn to accept the things that I couldn't change. I started to think of my challenges as opportunities for personal growth. I would start to expect less of people and accept that no one is perfect, least of all myself. A couple of days ago, I met with my friend Sandra and told her of the changes I had made to try to conquer my stress. I realised that talking and laughing about it with Sandra made me feel far better than any of my other actions. May be it's OK to be stressed as long as there is a friend to share it with.

Match List - I with List - II. | Part - A | Part - B | | --- | --- | | (A) I recently | (I) with the verdict | | (B) I was disappointed | (II) to a life style counsellor | | (C) I went to talk | (III) went to a doctor | | (D) I met with | (IV) my best friend Sandra | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (I)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

(A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q14:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

I recently went to the doctor with an inexplicable stomach pain that had persisted for several days. After a brief examination, he provided his diagnosis : "It's probably stress". I have to admit that I was disappointed with the verdict, as I was hoping that he would find a more concrete cause that could be easily resolved with the prescription of drugs. Instead, I was going to have to take a look at my life-style and try to make some changes. I do have a demanding new boss, and I have recently had a slight disagreement with a sibling, but I hadn't really considered myself to be stressed about either issue. When I think about it, I don't really know anybody who doesn't suffer from stress. We all have problems that can make us feel stressed, but the difference is in how we manage that stress. Apparently, some of us are better at taking charge of our thoughts, feelings, schedule, and the way we deal with problems than others. Some people are able to remain calm and in control despite the demands and pressures of everyday life. I went to talk to a life-style counsellor, who presented me with several suggestions. Firstly, I could try to take control of my environment by eliminating unnecessary stresses. Clearly, I wouldn't be able to eradicate my boss or my brother. However, I could avoid travelling in a crammed train carriage every morning by getting up 10 minutes earlier. I tried it for a few days, and surprisingly enough I already felt a lot more in control. Secondly, I should try to adopt a healthier life-style. We all know that a healthy diet and regular exercise make us thinner and fitter, but I wasn't aware that they could also help to eliminate stress. I decided to start with some small changes, such as cutting out sweets and desserts, and taking the stairs instead of the lift. Again, I immediately felt that these small changes were making a positive difference. Perhaps the most important advice of all was to learn to accept the things that I couldn't change. I started to think of my challenges as opportunities for personal growth. I would start to expect less of people and accept that no one is perfect, least of all myself. A couple of days ago, I met with my friend Sandra and told her of the changes I had made to try to conquer my stress. I realised that talking and laughing about it with Sandra made me feel far better than any of my other actions. May be it's OK to be stressed as long as there is a friend to share it with.

Which of the following statements is not true ?

A healthier life-style can make a positive difference in one's life

Taking challenges as opportunities can help a person grow

Learning to cry upon the things that can be changed can make a person perfect

Talking and laughing about problems with friends can help reduce stress

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q15:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

I recently went to the doctor with an inexplicable stomach pain that had persisted for several days. After a brief examination, he provided his diagnosis : "It's probably stress". I have to admit that I was disappointed with the verdict, as I was hoping that he would find a more concrete cause that could be easily resolved with the prescription of drugs. Instead, I was going to have to take a look at my life-style and try to make some changes. I do have a demanding new boss, and I have recently had a slight disagreement with a sibling, but I hadn't really considered myself to be stressed about either issue. When I think about it, I don't really know anybody who doesn't suffer from stress. We all have problems that can make us feel stressed, but the difference is in how we manage that stress. Apparently, some of us are better at taking charge of our thoughts, feelings, schedule, and the way we deal with problems than others. Some people are able to remain calm and in control despite the demands and pressures of everyday life. I went to talk to a life-style counsellor, who presented me with several suggestions. Firstly, I could try to take control of my environment by eliminating unnecessary stresses. Clearly, I wouldn't be able to eradicate my boss or my brother. However, I could avoid travelling in a crammed train carriage every morning by getting up 10 minutes earlier. I tried it for a few days, and surprisingly enough I already felt a lot more in control. Secondly, I should try to adopt a healthier life-style. We all know that a healthy diet and regular exercise make us thinner and fitter, but I wasn't aware that they could also help to eliminate stress. I decided to start with some small changes, such as cutting out sweets and desserts, and taking the stairs instead of the lift. Again, I immediately felt that these small changes were making a positive difference. Perhaps the most important advice of all was to learn to accept the things that I couldn't change. I started to think of my challenges as opportunities for personal growth. I would start to expect less of people and accept that no one is perfect, least of all myself. A couple of days ago, I met with my friend Sandra and told her of the changes I had made to try to conquer my stress. I realised that talking and laughing about it with Sandra made me feel far better than any of my other actions. May be it's OK to be stressed as long as there is a friend to share it with.

Fill in the blank with the right option from the list given below. "The "life style" counsellor recommended that the writer should begin to __________ and were beyond his control. (A) eliminate pollutions from the city (B) accept the things which cannot be changed (C) overcome the fastest runner in town (D) cut all news items from the newspaper Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(D) only

(B) only

(C) only

(A) only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q16:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

I recently went to the doctor with an inexplicable stomach pain that had persisted for several days. After a brief examination, he provided his diagnosis : "It's probably stress". I have to admit that I was disappointed with the verdict, as I was hoping that he would find a more concrete cause that could be easily resolved with the prescription of drugs. Instead, I was going to have to take a look at my life-style and try to make some changes. I do have a demanding new boss, and I have recently had a slight disagreement with a sibling, but I hadn't really considered myself to be stressed about either issue. When I think about it, I don't really know anybody who doesn't suffer from stress. We all have problems that can make us feel stressed, but the difference is in how we manage that stress. Apparently, some of us are better at taking charge of our thoughts, feelings, schedule, and the way we deal with problems than others. Some people are able to remain calm and in control despite the demands and pressures of everyday life. I went to talk to a life-style counsellor, who presented me with several suggestions. Firstly, I could try to take control of my environment by eliminating unnecessary stresses. Clearly, I wouldn't be able to eradicate my boss or my brother. However, I could avoid travelling in a crammed train carriage every morning by getting up 10 minutes earlier. I tried it for a few days, and surprisingly enough I already felt a lot more in control. Secondly, I should try to adopt a healthier life-style. We all know that a healthy diet and regular exercise make us thinner and fitter, but I wasn't aware that they could also help to eliminate stress. I decided to start with some small changes, such as cutting out sweets and desserts, and taking the stairs instead of the lift. Again, I immediately felt that these small changes were making a positive difference. Perhaps the most important advice of all was to learn to accept the things that I couldn't change. I started to think of my challenges as opportunities for personal growth. I would start to expect less of people and accept that no one is perfect, least of all myself. A couple of days ago, I met with my friend Sandra and told her of the changes I had made to try to conquer my stress. I realised that talking and laughing about it with Sandra made me feel far better than any of my other actions. May be it's OK to be stressed as long as there is a friend to share it with.

Fill in the blank to make a meaningful sentence. Although everybody suffers from stress, some people are better at keeping __________ in a difficult situation.

sunshine

Yoga mats

shopping bags

calm

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q17:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

I recently went to the doctor with an inexplicable stomach pain that had persisted for several days. After a brief examination, he provided his diagnosis : "It's probably stress". I have to admit that I was disappointed with the verdict, as I was hoping that he would find a more concrete cause that could be easily resolved with the prescription of drugs. Instead, I was going to have to take a look at my life-style and try to make some changes. I do have a demanding new boss, and I have recently had a slight disagreement with a sibling, but I hadn't really considered myself to be stressed about either issue. When I think about it, I don't really know anybody who doesn't suffer from stress. We all have problems that can make us feel stressed, but the difference is in how we manage that stress. Apparently, some of us are better at taking charge of our thoughts, feelings, schedule, and the way we deal with problems than others. Some people are able to remain calm and in control despite the demands and pressures of everyday life. I went to talk to a life-style counsellor, who presented me with several suggestions. Firstly, I could try to take control of my environment by eliminating unnecessary stresses. Clearly, I wouldn't be able to eradicate my boss or my brother. However, I could avoid travelling in a crammed train carriage every morning by getting up 10 minutes earlier. I tried it for a few days, and surprisingly enough I already felt a lot more in control. Secondly, I should try to adopt a healthier life-style. We all know that a healthy diet and regular exercise make us thinner and fitter, but I wasn't aware that they could also help to eliminate stress. I decided to start with some small changes, such as cutting out sweets and desserts, and taking the stairs instead of the lift. Again, I immediately felt that these small changes were making a positive difference. Perhaps the most important advice of all was to learn to accept the things that I couldn't change. I started to think of my challenges as opportunities for personal growth. I would start to expect less of people and accept that no one is perfect, least of all myself. A couple of days ago, I met with my friend Sandra and told her of the changes I had made to try to conquer my stress. I realised that talking and laughing about it with Sandra made me feel far better than any of my other actions. May be it's OK to be stressed as long as there is a friend to share it with.

Select the suggestions which the writers accepted to be in control of stress : (A) Making friends with the local medicine shop owner (B) Getting up 10 minutes earlier (C) Meeting less number of relatives and friends (D) Following a healthier routine Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(D) and (A) only

(B) and (D) only

(A) and (C) only

(C) and (B) only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q18:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

I recently went to the doctor with an inexplicable stomach pain that had persisted for several days. After a brief examination, he provided his diagnosis : "It's probably stress". I have to admit that I was disappointed with the verdict, as I was hoping that he would find a more concrete cause that could be easily resolved with the prescription of drugs. Instead, I was going to have to take a look at my life-style and try to make some changes. I do have a demanding new boss, and I have recently had a slight disagreement with a sibling, but I hadn't really considered myself to be stressed about either issue. When I think about it, I don't really know anybody who doesn't suffer from stress. We all have problems that can make us feel stressed, but the difference is in how we manage that stress. Apparently, some of us are better at taking charge of our thoughts, feelings, schedule, and the way we deal with problems than others. Some people are able to remain calm and in control despite the demands and pressures of everyday life. I went to talk to a life-style counsellor, who presented me with several suggestions. Firstly, I could try to take control of my environment by eliminating unnecessary stresses. Clearly, I wouldn't be able to eradicate my boss or my brother. However, I could avoid travelling in a crammed train carriage every morning by getting up 10 minutes earlier. I tried it for a few days, and surprisingly enough I already felt a lot more in control. Secondly, I should try to adopt a healthier life-style. We all know that a healthy diet and regular exercise make us thinner and fitter, but I wasn't aware that they could also help to eliminate stress. I decided to start with some small changes, such as cutting out sweets and desserts, and taking the stairs instead of the lift. Again, I immediately felt that these small changes were making a positive difference. Perhaps the most important advice of all was to learn to accept the things that I couldn't change. I started to think of my challenges as opportunities for personal growth. I would start to expect less of people and accept that no one is perfect, least of all myself. A couple of days ago, I met with my friend Sandra and told her of the changes I had made to try to conquer my stress. I realised that talking and laughing about it with Sandra made me feel far better than any of my other actions. May be it's OK to be stressed as long as there is a friend to share it with.

The doctor diagnosed, "It's probably stress". What did the writer learn through this ?

How to organize a college picnic

How to manage his kitchen

Make some changes in his life-style

Understand the principle of non-cooperation movement

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q19:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Synonyms

Easy

Match List - I with List - II. | Word | Synonym | | --- | --- | | (A) Debate | (I) Argue | | (B) Jump | (II) Leap | | (C) Stranger | (III) Unknown | | (D) Morals | (IV) Values | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

(A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (I), (B) - (IV), (C) - (II), (D) - (III)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q20:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Synonyms

Easy

Give the synonym (or a word with same or similar meaning) of the underlined word in the following sentence. As she grew older, she became more articulate :

athletic

expressive

cunning

sleepy

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q21:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Synonyms

Easy

The synonym (word with a similar meaning) of 'Advantage' is : (A) Benefit (B) Hydrogen (C) Devotion (D) Exhaustion Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) only

(C) only

(D) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q22:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Foreign Words

Easy

From the given options, choose the one which is closest in meaning to 'MAESTRO" : (A) Master (B) Servant (C) Leopard (D) Vehicle Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) only

(C) only

(D) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q23:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Antonyms

Medium

Match List - I with List - II. | List - I Word | List - II Antonym | | --- | --- | | (A) Abate | (I) Intensify | | (B) Brittle | (II) Strong | | (C) Cavity | (III) Mound | | (D) Calamity | (IV) Happiness | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

(A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q24:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Antonyms

Medium

Match List - I with List - II. | List - I Word | List - II Antonym | | --- | --- | | (A) Democracy | (I) Employer | | (B) Employee | (II) Symmetry | | (C) Saint | (III) Rogue | | (D) Incongruent | (IV) Autocracy | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (I), (C) - (III), (D) - (II)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

(A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q25:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Antonyms

Easy

Choose the option which is farthest in meaning from 'wonderful' : (A) Magnificent (B) Hazel (C) Maleficent (D) Ordinary Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) only

(D) only

(C) only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q26:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Antonyms

Medium

From the given options, choose a word with the meaning opposite to from 'SIBLING' : (A) Off spring (B) Country (C) Class (D) Mountain Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) only

(D) only

(C) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q27:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the following jumbled parts of a sentence labelled as PQRS to make a meaningful sentence : P - full man, conference Q - writing an exact man R - reading maketh a S - a ready man and Choose the options that gives the correct sequence.

PQRS

RPSQ

QPSR

QRSP

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q28:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Easy

Rearrange the following jumbled parts of a sentence to make a meaningful sentence : (A) to school (B) John was (C) that day as the maths (D) assessment was due (E) reluctant to go Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A), (C), (E) (B) (D)

(E), (D), (C) (B) (A)

(B), (E), (A), (C) (D)

(C), (E), (B), (D) (A)

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q29:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Easy

Rearrange the following jumbled parts of a sentence to make a meaningful sentence : (A) can lead to a (B) life long scar (C) A moment of-fun (D) and repentance (E) and merriment Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(C), (E), (A), (B), (D)

(A), (B), (C), (D), (E)

(E), (C), (B), (A) (D)

(B), (C), (D), (E), (A)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q30:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the following parts of a sentence to make a meaningful sentence : (A) objective about (B) easy to be (C) systematic and (D) it is not (E) language study Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(B), (C), (A), (E), (D)

(A), (B), (C), (D), (E)

(D), (B), (C), (A), (E)

(C), (B), (A), (D), (E)

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q31:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Analogies

Easy

Mark the option that has a relationship similar to the capitalized pair of words : SAFE : UNSAFE

Virtuous : Vicious

Right : Just

Sin : Profane

Plunder : Loot

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q32:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Analogies

Medium

Choose the pair of words from the given list which bears the same relationship to each other as in : SOLITUDE : CHAOS

Thunder : Storm

Story : Tale

Daydream : Nightmare

Joyful : Blissful

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q33:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Analogies

Easy

Mark the option that has a relationship similar to the capitalised pair of words : INTELLIGENT : FOOLISH

Rare : Common

Bare : Empty

Assist : Help

Rose : Jasmine

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q34:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Analogies

Hard

Choose from the given options, the pair of words which carry a relationship similar to : Virtual : Real

Genuine : Sanguine

Atmosphere : Hydrosphere

Air : Oxygen

Human : Homo sapien

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q35:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Idioms

Easy

Match List - I with List - II. | List - I WORD | List - II Extension | | --- | --- | | (A) Fish | (I) practices bring downfall | | (B) Necessity | (II) is the mother of invention | | (C) Corrupt | (III) of the same feather flock together | | (D) Birds | (IV) out of water | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (III)

(A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q36:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Idioms

Easy

Choose the correct meaning of the underlined idiom from the options given below : We should guard against our green-eyed friends.

rich

jealous

mad

enthusiastic

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q37:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Idioms

Medium

From the given options, choose the correct meaning of the idiom given in bold in the sentence : His promotion is <b>on the cards.

Hampered

due

certain

uncertain

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q38:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Idioms

Easy

Match List - I with List - II. | List - I Idiom | List - II Extension | | --- | --- | | (A) To bell | (I) or by crook | | (B) By hook | (II) blue | | (C) Bolt from the | (III) fire | | (D) Add fuel to | (IV) the cat | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) - (IV), (B) - (I), (C) - (II), (D) - (III)

(A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II)

(A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q39:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Spelling

Easy

Identify the correct spelling in the given list :

Pendemic

Pandemic

Pandamic

Paandemic

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q40:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Spelling

Easy

Identify the correct spelling in the given list :

Physiology

Pheesiology

Phisiology

Phesiology

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q41:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Spelling

Easy

Identify the correct spelling in the given list :

Sterdy

Stardy

Stirdy

Sturdy

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q42:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Spelling

Easy

Spot the correctly spelt word in the given list :

Bunsen burner

Bansan burner

Bensan burner

Bonson burner

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q43:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Medium

BOHEMIAN is the one word substitution for : (A) Unconventional life-style (B) Orthodox attitude (C) Island Dweller (D) Political advisor Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) only

(C) only

(D) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q44:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Easy

FEMINIST is the one word substitute for : (A) One who hates females (B) Fashion diva (C) One who works for the good of females (D) Female child Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(C) only

(A) only

(B) only

(D) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q45:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Easy

CRUSADE is the one word substitute for : (A) Horror film (B) Primitive construction (C) Game of chess (D) Religious war Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(D) only

(A) only

(C) only

(B) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q46:

20 July Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Easy

From the given list, choose the one word substitute for 'one who does not believe in God' : (A) agnost (B) atheist (C) theist (D) Entrepreneur Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(B) only

(A) only

(C) only

(D) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q47:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Literary Devices

Medium

Which of the following is a personification ? (A) The carpet talked to me like a dear friend (B) The comet was an island (C) The bees bumbled, bounced and danced (D) The wisdom of the old man was like a religious scripture Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(C) only

(B) only

(A) only

(D) only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q48:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Literary Devices

Medium

Match List - I with List - II. | List - I Example | List - II Figure of speech | | --- | --- | | (A) Boys boots are big so when boys jump | (I) alliteration | | (B) The sweet curd tasted like icecream | (II) simile | | (C) The timid fighter stole our heart | (III) oxymoron | | (D) The big umbrella was our only shade | (IV) metaphor | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) - (IV), (B) - (I), (C) - (II), (D) - (III)

(A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II)

(A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV)

(A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I)

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q49:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Literary Devices

Medium

Which of the following is an OXYMORON ? (A) The night sky with all the stars was a map for the traveller (B) Anita sang like a professional singer (C) The dull bright afternoon looked no different (D) Amazing aunty Agatha opened the door Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) only

(D) only

(C) only

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q50:

20 July Shift 1

VA > Literary Devices

Easy

Choose the correct option : The mighty Himalayas are like a wall . . . . . . (A) Simile (B) Metaphor (C) Paradox (D) Personification Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(C) only

(A) only

(B) only

(D) only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

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