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Q1:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- The small village of Somnathpur contains an extraordinary temple, built around AD 1268 by the Hoysalas of Karnataka-one of the most prolific temple builders. Belur and Helebidu are among their better-known works. While these suffered during the invasion of the 14th century, the Somnathpur temple stands more or less intact in near-original condition. This small temple captivates with the beauty and vitality of its detailed sculpture, covering almost every inch of the walls, pillars, and even ceilings. It has three Shikaras and stands on a star-shaped, raised platform with 24 edges. The outer walls have a profusion of detailed carvings: the entire surface run over by carved plaques of stone. There are vertical panels covered by exquisite figures of gods and goddesses, with many incarnations being depicted. There are nymphs too, some carrying an ear of maize, a symbol of plenty and prosperity. The elaborate ornamentation, very characteristic of the Hoysala sculptures, is a remarkable feature. A closer look at the series of friezes on the outer walls reveal intricately carved caparisoned elephants, charging horsemen, stylized flowers, warriors, musicians crocodiles and swans. The temple was actually commissioned by Sona Dandanayaka or Somnath (who named the village after himself), the minister of the Hoysala king, Narsimha the third. The temple was built to house three forms of Vishnu. The inner centre of the temple was the kalyanamandapa. Leading from here are three corridors, each ending in a shrine, one for each form of Vishnu-Venugopala, Janardana and Prasanna Keshava, though only two remain in their original form.

In whose honour is the temple of Somnath built?

Hoysalas

Soma Dandanayaka

Narasimha

Vishnu

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q2:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- The small village of Somnathpur contains an extraordinary temple, built around AD 1268 by the Hoysalas of Karnataka-one of the most prolific temple builders. Belur and Helebidu are among their better-known works. While these suffered during the invasion of the 14th century, the Somnathpur temple stands more or less intact in near-original condition. This small temple captivates with the beauty and vitality of its detailed sculpture, covering almost every inch of the walls, pillars, and even ceilings. It has three Shikaras and stands on a star-shaped, raised platform with 24 edges. The outer walls have a profusion of detailed carvings: the entire surface run over by carved plaques of stone. There are vertical panels covered by exquisite figures of gods and goddesses, with many incarnations being depicted. There are nymphs too, some carrying an ear of maize, a symbol of plenty and prosperity. The elaborate ornamentation, very characteristic of the Hoysala sculptures, is a remarkable feature. A closer look at the series of friezes on the outer walls reveal intricately carved caparisoned elephants, charging horsemen, stylized flowers, warriors, musicians crocodiles and swans. The temple was actually commissioned by Sona Dandanayaka or Somnath (who named the village after himself), the minister of the Hoysala king, Narsimha the third. The temple was built to house three forms of Vishnu. The inner centre of the temple was the kalyanamandapa. Leading from here are three corridors, each ending in a shrine, one for each form of Vishnu-Venugopala, Janardana and Prasanna Keshava, though only two remain in their original form.

What covers almost every inch of the walls, pillars and even the ceilings?

Detailed sculpture

Series of friezes

Three shikharas

Star-shaped, raised paltform

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q3:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- The small village of Somnathpur contains an extraordinary temple, built around AD 1268 by the Hoysalas of Karnataka-one of the most prolific temple builders. Belur and Helebidu are among their better-known works. While these suffered during the invasion of the 14th century, the Somnathpur temple stands more or less intact in near-original condition. This small temple captivates with the beauty and vitality of its detailed sculpture, covering almost every inch of the walls, pillars, and even ceilings. It has three Shikaras and stands on a star-shaped, raised platform with 24 edges. The outer walls have a profusion of detailed carvings: the entire surface run over by carved plaques of stone. There are vertical panels covered by exquisite figures of gods and goddesses, with many incarnations being depicted. There are nymphs too, some carrying an ear of maize, a symbol of plenty and prosperity. The elaborate ornamentation, very characteristic of the Hoysala sculptures, is a remarkable feature. A closer look at the series of friezes on the outer walls reveal intricately carved caparisoned elephants, charging horsemen, stylized flowers, warriors, musicians crocodiles and swans. The temple was actually commissioned by Sona Dandanayaka or Somnath (who named the village after himself), the minister of the Hoysala king, Narsimha the third. The temple was built to house three forms of Vishnu. The inner centre of the temple was the kalyanamandapa. Leading from here are three corridors, each ending in a shrine, one for each form of Vishnu-Venugopala, Janardana and Prasanna Keshava, though only two remain in their original form.

The temple does not have a shrine for which form of Vishnu?

Venugopala

Narasimha

Janardana

Prasanna Keshava

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q4:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- The small village of Somnathpur contains an extraordinary temple, built around AD 1268 by the Hoysalas of Karnataka-one of the most prolific temple builders. Belur and Helebidu are among their better-known works. While these suffered during the invasion of the 14th century, the Somnathpur temple stands more or less intact in near-original condition. This small temple captivates with the beauty and vitality of its detailed sculpture, covering almost every inch of the walls, pillars, and even ceilings. It has three Shikaras and stands on a star-shaped, raised platform with 24 edges. The outer walls have a profusion of detailed carvings: the entire surface run over by carved plaques of stone. There are vertical panels covered by exquisite figures of gods and goddesses, with many incarnations being depicted. There are nymphs too, some carrying an ear of maize, a symbol of plenty and prosperity. The elaborate ornamentation, very characteristic of the Hoysala sculptures, is a remarkable feature. A closer look at the series of friezes on the outer walls reveal intricately carved caparisoned elephants, charging horsemen, stylized flowers, warriors, musicians crocodiles and swans. The temple was actually commissioned by Sona Dandanayaka or Somnath (who named the village after himself), the minister of the Hoysala king, Narsimha the third. The temple was built to house three forms of Vishnu. The inner centre of the temple was the kalyanamandapa. Leading from here are three corridors, each ending in a shrine, one for each form of Vishnu-Venugopala, Janardana and Prasanna Keshava, though only two remain in their original form.

Which among the following is considered a symbol of plenty and prosperity

Carved caparisoned elephants and charging horsemen

Nymphs carrying an can of maize

stylized flowers, warriors and musicians

Crocodiles and swans

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q5:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Medium

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- The small village of Somnathpur contains an extraordinary temple, built around AD 1268 by the Hoysalas of Karnataka-one of the most prolific temple builders. Belur and Helebidu are among their better-known works. While these suffered during the invasion of the 14th century, the Somnathpur temple stands more or less intact in near-original condition. This small temple captivates with the beauty and vitality of its detailed sculpture, covering almost every inch of the walls, pillars, and even ceilings. It has three Shikaras and stands on a star-shaped, raised platform with 24 edges. The outer walls have a profusion of detailed carvings: the entire surface run over by carved plaques of stone. There are vertical panels covered by exquisite figures of gods and goddesses, with many incarnations being depicted. There are nymphs too, some carrying an ear of maize, a symbol of plenty and prosperity. The elaborate ornamentation, very characteristic of the Hoysala sculptures, is a remarkable feature. A closer look at the series of friezes on the outer walls reveal intricately carved caparisoned elephants, charging horsemen, stylized flowers, warriors, musicians crocodiles and swans. The temple was actually commissioned by Sona Dandanayaka or Somnath (who named the village after himself), the minister of the Hoysala king, Narsimha the third. The temple was built to house three forms of Vishnu. The inner centre of the temple was the kalyanamandapa. Leading from here are three corridors, each ending in a shrine, one for each form of Vishnu-Venugopala, Janardana and Prasanna Keshava, though only two remain in their original form.

Match the words in the List I with their meaning in list II | LIST I (Words) | | LIST II (Meanings) | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | A. | Caparison | I. | Abundance | | B. | Exquisite | II. | An ornamental covering | | C. | Frieze | III. | Beautiful and Delicate | | D. | Profusion | IV. | Broad Band of decoration | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q6:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- I had never seen a house on fire before. So, one evening when I heard fire engines with loud alarm bells rushing past my house, I quickly ran out and, a few streets away, joined a large crowed of people, but we could see the fire only from a distance because the police would not allow any one near the building on fire. What a terrible scene I saw that day. Huge flames of fire were coming out of each floor, and black and thick smoke spread all around. Every now and then tongues of fire would shoot up almost sky-high, sending huge sparks of fire all around. Three fire engines were busily engaged and the firemen in their dark uniforms were playing the hose on various parts of the building. Then the tall red ladders of the fire engine were stretched upwards and could see some firemen climbing up with hoses in their hands. On reaching almost the top of the ladder, they began to pour floods of water on the topmost part of the building. This continuous flooding brought the fire under control but the building was completely destroyed. While fire is a blessing in many ways, it can also be a great danger to human life and property.

Match List I with List II with correct noun-adjective pairs as per the passage | LIST I (Noun) | | LIST II (Adjective) | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | A. | Crowd | I. | Tall | | B. | Ladders | II. | Large | | C. | Scene | III. | Thick | | D. | Smoke | IV. | Terrible | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q7:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- I had never seen a house on fire before. So, one evening when I heard fire engines with loud alarm bells rushing past my house, I quickly ran out and, a few streets away, joined a large crowed of people, but we could see the fire only from a distance because the police would not allow any one near the building on fire. What a terrible scene I saw that day. Huge flames of fire were coming out of each floor, and black and thick smoke spread all around. Every now and then tongues of fire would shoot up almost sky-high, sending huge sparks of fire all around. Three fire engines were busily engaged and the firemen in their dark uniforms were playing the hose on various parts of the building. Then the tall red ladders of the fire engine were stretched upwards and could see some firemen climbing up with hoses in their hands. On reaching almost the top of the ladder, they began to pour floods of water on the topmost part of the building. This continuous flooding brought the fire under control but the building was completely destroyed. While fire is a blessing in many ways, it can also be a great danger to human life and property.

Choose the odd one out on the basis of your reading of the passage

house

flames

tongues

sparks

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q8:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- I had never seen a house on fire before. So, one evening when I heard fire engines with loud alarm bells rushing past my house, I quickly ran out and, a few streets away, joined a large crowed of people, but we could see the fire only from a distance because the police would not allow any one near the building on fire. What a terrible scene I saw that day. Huge flames of fire were coming out of each floor, and black and thick smoke spread all around. Every now and then tongues of fire would shoot up almost sky-high, sending huge sparks of fire all around. Three fire engines were busily engaged and the firemen in their dark uniforms were playing the hose on various parts of the building. Then the tall red ladders of the fire engine were stretched upwards and could see some firemen climbing up with hoses in their hands. On reaching almost the top of the ladder, they began to pour floods of water on the topmost part of the building. This continuous flooding brought the fire under control but the building was completely destroyed. While fire is a blessing in many ways, it can also be a great danger to human life and property.

Why did the narrator run out of his house?

His house was on fire

He had never seen a fire before

The police asked him to

There was a large crowed outside his house

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q9:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- I had never seen a house on fire before. So, one evening when I heard fire engines with loud alarm bells rushing past my house, I quickly ran out and, a few streets away, joined a large crowed of people, but we could see the fire only from a distance because the police would not allow any one near the building on fire. What a terrible scene I saw that day. Huge flames of fire were coming out of each floor, and black and thick smoke spread all around. Every now and then tongues of fire would shoot up almost sky-high, sending huge sparks of fire all around. Three fire engines were busily engaged and the firemen in their dark uniforms were playing the hose on various parts of the building. Then the tall red ladders of the fire engine were stretched upwards and could see some firemen climbing up with hoses in their hands. On reaching almost the top of the ladder, they began to pour floods of water on the topmost part of the building. This continuous flooding brought the fire under control but the building was completely destroyed. While fire is a blessing in many ways, it can also be a great danger to human life and property.

Which of the following images were witnessed by the author? A. sky high ladders shooting up B. Fireman soaked by rushing water C. Busily engaged fire engine D. continuous flooding of water E. Police in dark uniforms Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A and B only

B and C only

C and D only

D and E only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q10:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- I had never seen a house on fire before. So, one evening when I heard fire engines with loud alarm bells rushing past my house, I quickly ran out and, a few streets away, joined a large crowed of people, but we could see the fire only from a distance because the police would not allow any one near the building on fire. What a terrible scene I saw that day. Huge flames of fire were coming out of each floor, and black and thick smoke spread all around. Every now and then tongues of fire would shoot up almost sky-high, sending huge sparks of fire all around. Three fire engines were busily engaged and the firemen in their dark uniforms were playing the hose on various parts of the building. Then the tall red ladders of the fire engine were stretched upwards and could see some firemen climbing up with hoses in their hands. On reaching almost the top of the ladder, they began to pour floods of water on the topmost part of the building. This continuous flooding brought the fire under control but the building was completely destroyed. While fire is a blessing in many ways, it can also be a great danger to human life and property.

Rearrange the following sentences to recreate the sequence of events as per the passage A. The narrator ran out of the house B. The building caught fire C. Fireman climbed the ladder D. Water soaked the building E. The fire was brought under control Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A, B, C, D, E

A, B, D, C, E

B, A, C, D, E

B, A, D, C, E

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q11:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- When I was a small child my grandparents would take me blackberry picking. It was usually late August when the blackberries had fully ripened. Grandad would drive us in his old van. Despite not being comfortable or particularly safe, Grandad's van had a character you would not find in a sleek new car, complete with the latest innovations and a silent engine. Being seven or eight at the time, I always enjoyed a trip as we bounced along to our destination. My grandparents always chose the same spot. Wild blackberry bushes stretched along the roadside as far as the eye could see in both directions. The road overlooked a small pitch and putt course. On such sunny summer days it was always full. Golfers ambled sedately from hole to hole and the crack of metal striking ball was a constant accompaniment. Several hours of picking berries ensued. Nana warned me not to eat any until they had all been washed, but turned a knowing blind eye while I gorged anyway. I also helped myself to the occasional unripe red berry as I had a particular taste for anything bitter. The fully immature green berries proved a step too far for even my palate and were merely unpleasant. When at last we were finished the bright scenery had turned to lengthy shadows and the afternoon had elapsed into evening. Grandad hauled a big bag half full of berries back to the van. Juice bled slowly onto the ground. Nana would later make apple and blackberry tarts and fill several jars with jam. When I reached the van my stomach hurt from too much fruit. My hands stung from constant thorn pricks and were stained dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.

The passage mentions the time of berry picking in different ways. Which of the following are correct? A. Late August B. Sunny Summer days C. Seven or eight a.m D. evening Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

D and E only

A, B and C only

A, B and D only

A and B only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q12:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Medium

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- When I was a small child my grandparents would take me blackberry picking. It was usually late August when the blackberries had fully ripened. Grandad would drive us in his old van. Despite not being comfortable or particularly safe, Grandad's van had a character you would not find in a sleek new car, complete with the latest innovations and a silent engine. Being seven or eight at the time, I always enjoyed a trip as we bounced along to our destination. My grandparents always chose the same spot. Wild blackberry bushes stretched along the roadside as far as the eye could see in both directions. The road overlooked a small pitch and putt course. On such sunny summer days it was always full. Golfers ambled sedately from hole to hole and the crack of metal striking ball was a constant accompaniment. Several hours of picking berries ensued. Nana warned me not to eat any until they had all been washed, but turned a knowing blind eye while I gorged anyway. I also helped myself to the occasional unripe red berry as I had a particular taste for anything bitter. The fully immature green berries proved a step too far for even my palate and were merely unpleasant. When at last we were finished the bright scenery had turned to lengthy shadows and the afternoon had elapsed into evening. Grandad hauled a big bag half full of berries back to the van. Juice bled slowly onto the ground. Nana would later make apple and blackberry tarts and fill several jars with jam. When I reached the van my stomach hurt from too much fruit. My hands stung from constant thorn pricks and were stained dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.

Match List I with List II with the verbs in List I to thus meanings in List II | LIST I | | LIST II | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | A. | haul | I. | pass by | | B. | elapse | II. | leisurely walk | | C. | gorge | III. | eat greedily | | D. | amble | IV. | pull or drag with effort | 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-II, B-I, C-III, D-IV

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q13:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- When I was a small child my grandparents would take me blackberry picking. It was usually late August when the blackberries had fully ripened. Grandad would drive us in his old van. Despite not being comfortable or particularly safe, Grandad's van had a character you would not find in a sleek new car, complete with the latest innovations and a silent engine. Being seven or eight at the time, I always enjoyed a trip as we bounced along to our destination. My grandparents always chose the same spot. Wild blackberry bushes stretched along the roadside as far as the eye could see in both directions. The road overlooked a small pitch and putt course. On such sunny summer days it was always full. Golfers ambled sedately from hole to hole and the crack of metal striking ball was a constant accompaniment. Several hours of picking berries ensued. Nana warned me not to eat any until they had all been washed, but turned a knowing blind eye while I gorged anyway. I also helped myself to the occasional unripe red berry as I had a particular taste for anything bitter. The fully immature green berries proved a step too far for even my palate and were merely unpleasant. When at last we were finished the bright scenery had turned to lengthy shadows and the afternoon had elapsed into evening. Grandad hauled a big bag half full of berries back to the van. Juice bled slowly onto the ground. Nana would later make apple and blackberry tarts and fill several jars with jam. When I reached the van my stomach hurt from too much fruit. My hands stung from constant thorn pricks and were stained dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.

Which of the following activities according to the passage did the narrator enjoy with his grand parents?

Driving in the buses

Playing golf

Tasting berries

Making jams

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q14:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Hard

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- When I was a small child my grandparents would take me blackberry picking. It was usually late August when the blackberries had fully ripened. Grandad would drive us in his old van. Despite not being comfortable or particularly safe, Grandad's van had a character you would not find in a sleek new car, complete with the latest innovations and a silent engine. Being seven or eight at the time, I always enjoyed a trip as we bounced along to our destination. My grandparents always chose the same spot. Wild blackberry bushes stretched along the roadside as far as the eye could see in both directions. The road overlooked a small pitch and putt course. On such sunny summer days it was always full. Golfers ambled sedately from hole to hole and the crack of metal striking ball was a constant accompaniment. Several hours of picking berries ensued. Nana warned me not to eat any until they had all been washed, but turned a knowing blind eye while I gorged anyway. I also helped myself to the occasional unripe red berry as I had a particular taste for anything bitter. The fully immature green berries proved a step too far for even my palate and were merely unpleasant. When at last we were finished the bright scenery had turned to lengthy shadows and the afternoon had elapsed into evening. Grandad hauled a big bag half full of berries back to the van. Juice bled slowly onto the ground. Nana would later make apple and blackberry tarts and fill several jars with jam. When I reached the van my stomach hurt from too much fruit. My hands stung from constant thorn pricks and were stained dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.

Choose an appropriate title for the essay

Grand parents' Van

Green Berries

Nana and Me

Purple Hands

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q15:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow:- When I was a small child my grandparents would take me blackberry picking. It was usually late August when the blackberries had fully ripened. Grandad would drive us in his old van. Despite not being comfortable or particularly safe, Grandad's van had a character you would not find in a sleek new car, complete with the latest innovations and a silent engine. Being seven or eight at the time, I always enjoyed a trip as we bounced along to our destination. My grandparents always chose the same spot. Wild blackberry bushes stretched along the roadside as far as the eye could see in both directions. The road overlooked a small pitch and putt course. On such sunny summer days it was always full. Golfers ambled sedately from hole to hole and the crack of metal striking ball was a constant accompaniment. Several hours of picking berries ensued. Nana warned me not to eat any until they had all been washed, but turned a knowing blind eye while I gorged anyway. I also helped myself to the occasional unripe red berry as I had a particular taste for anything bitter. The fully immature green berries proved a step too far for even my palate and were merely unpleasant. When at last we were finished the bright scenery had turned to lengthy shadows and the afternoon had elapsed into evening. Grandad hauled a big bag half full of berries back to the van. Juice bled slowly onto the ground. Nana would later make apple and blackberry tarts and fill several jars with jam. When I reached the van my stomach hurt from too much fruit. My hands stung from constant thorn pricks and were stained dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.

Which of the following statements are correct as per the passage A. Grand father's car was sleek and silent B. They always parked at the same spot C. The narrator only ate washed berries D. The narrator's face was stained dark purple E. The narrator's stomach ached when they reached the van Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

B and C only

C and D only

B and E only

A and E only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q16:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Easy

Given below is a sentence in the Active voice. Select the most appropriate option of Passive voice of the same:- He will finish the work in a fortnight:- A. The work will be finished by him in a fortnight. B. The work would be finished in a fortnight. C. In a fortnight, the work is going to finish. D. The work will be being finished by him in a fortnight. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

B only

A only

C only

D only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q17:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Select the sentences which are correctly used in the Passive form:- A. A Cheque was handed over to him by Ram. B. He was took to the hospital by Friends. C. The town was destroyed by an earthquake. D. The teacher will pleased at my work. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

A and C only

B and C only

C and D only

A and D only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q18:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Choose the appropriate option of Indirect sentence for the sentence given below:- He said, "I shall be there with Sudha soon." A. He said that he will be there with Sudha soon. B. He informed that he would be ne there with Sudha soon. C. He said that Sudha would be there with him soon. D. He said that he had been with Sudha soon. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

A only

B and C only

B only

A and D only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q19:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Easy

Choose the best option of indirect speech for the sentence given:- Sanjeev said, "I bought a saree for my mother." A. Sanjeev said that he had bought a saree for his mother. B. Sanjeev said that he was buying a saree for his mother. C. Sanjeev said that he had been buying a saree for his mother. D. Sanjeev said that he will be buy a saree for his mother. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

D only

C only

A only

B only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q20:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the following sentences into a meaningful paragraph. A. I met a gentleman there. B. I was in Hospital for weeks. C. One day, he just disappeared. D. And I was left wondering. E. He helped a lot to console me. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

B, A, E, C, D

A, B, C, D, E

C, A, B, D, E

D, A, E, C, B

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q21:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the given sentences into a meaningful paragraph A. Don't attempt any flowery language. B. But use simple words and constructions. C. The secret of clear writing is clear thinking. D. Avoid too much explanation. E. If you follow these rules, you will improve. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A, B, C, D, E

C, A, B, D, E

E, B, A, C, D

E, D, C, B, A

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q22:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Foreign Words

Easy

Choose the best option for the meaning of the given foreign word/phrase BON APPETIT

Wishing someone an enjoyable meal.

Warning someone before meal.

Inviting someone for a meal.

Ordering for a meal.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q23:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Foreign Words

Medium

Choose the best option for the given expression:- in the mean while

adieu

ad interim

adios

ad infinitum

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q24:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Medium

Match the words in List I with their meaning in List II | LIST I (Words) | | LIST II (Meaning) | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | A. | Adjourn | I. | Stick fast to | | B. | Adhere | II. | Work jointly on a project | | C. | Collaborate | III. | Break off to resume late | | D. | Collide | IV. | hit by accident | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q25:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Easy

Replace the underlined word/phrase, choosing the best option from the ones given below:- Her hand-writing is not clear enough to be read

Legible

Illegible

Eligible Elite

ELite

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q26:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Select the sentence in which articles have been used appropriately:- A. There is a policeman at the door. B. Some children suffer from a fear of the dark. C. He has the good knowledge of English. D. Tea we got on the bus, was cold. E. He sent for a umbrella. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

A and C only

B and D only

A and B only

B, D and E only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q27:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Fill the appropriate article/determiner in the given sentence choosing from the given options below:- Gaurav is ________ honorable lawyer who has ________ good reputation.

The, A

An, The

A, The

An, A

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q28:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Easy

Choose the best option to convert the given sentence from Affirmative to Exclamatory:- 'These mangoes have a delicious flavour'.

What a delicious flavour these mangoes have!

Oh, what a delicious flavour of mangoes!

Alas! The mangoes have delicious flavour

These mangoes are delicious, no don't!

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q29:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Easy

Choose the best option to convert the given Exclamatory sentence into and Assertive sentence:- If only i had a good car!

I wish to have good car just now.

I feel sorry not to have a good car.

I wish I had a good car.

I wish you had aa good car.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q30:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Easy

Choose the most appropriate preposition to fill up the blanks:- The holy tree is associated ________ the happiness ________ people

to, with

with, off

with, of

to, with

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q31:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Hard

Fill in the correct preposition in sentences of List I choosing from List II | LIST I | | LIST II | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | A. | He started __ six ______ the morning. | I. | into, for | | B. | She rushed ______ my room gasping ____ breath | II. | In, at | | C. | ______ his work, Ravi aften he ___ missing part | III. | to, on | | D. | He goes _____ office ______ foot. | IV. | at, in | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q32:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Which ones of the given words are not used as modals? A. ought B. must C. does D. should E. doesn't

C and E only

A, C and D

A and D only

C only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q33:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Easy

Fill in the most appropriate Modal in the given sentence from the given options:- She wondered if that ________ be true.

would

could

was

had been

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q34:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Easy

Choose the best option to complete the statement:- The position of salutation in a letter is at the ________

left-hand of the first page

right-hand on the first page

below the main body of letter

above the heading of the letter

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q35:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Which of the following is an example of subscription in a letter?

12 A, Modal Town

Dear Sir

Requesting issue of duplicate Driver's Licence

Yours faithfully

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q36:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Read the sentence to find out if there is an error and choose the corresponding answer A. The solution B. which he provided C. does not hint the D. possibility of E. an alternative answer Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

B only

C only

D only

E only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q37:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Read the sentence to find out if there is an error and choose the corresponding answer A. Climatic shifts are B. so gradual they can be C. indistinguishable at first D. from ordinary fluctuations E. in the weather Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

B only

C only

D only

E only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q38:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Phrasal Verbs

Medium

Match List I with List II to complete the sentences meaningfully | LIST I | | LIST II | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | A. | Prices have ______ | I. | went off | | B. | This application was ______ | II. | come down | | C. | The bomb ______ | III. | turned down | | D. | The meeting has been ______ | IV. | put off | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q39:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Phrasal Verbs

Medium

Match the Phrasal verb in List I with the correct meaning in List II | LIST I | | LIST II | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | A. | Call off | I. | Visit | | B. | Call on | II. | Request | | C. | Call out | III. | cancel | | D. | Call for | IV. | Challenge | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A-I, B-II, C-II, D-IV

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q40:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Hard

Identify the pair of words which are not homonyms:- A. Birth-Berth B. Dew-Due C. Ant-Aunt D. Elicit-Illicit E. Pair-Pear Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

D and E only

A and B only

A, C and E only

C and D only

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q41:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Hard

Rearrange the given phrases in to a meaningful sentence. A. Enriching his mind with ideas. B. And in these ways, he is always. C. gets people to stalk. D. A writer reads, observes and Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

A, C, D, B only

D, C, B, A only

A, B, C, D only

B, A, D, C only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q42:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Antonyms

Medium

Match the words of List I with their antonyms is List II | LIST I (words) | | LIST II (Antonyms) | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | A. | Virtuous | I. | Imprison | | B. | Liberate | II. | Ignorance | | C. | Orderly | III. | Vicious | | D. | Knowledge | IV. | Haphazard | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A-I, B-UV, C-III, D-II

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q43:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Antonyms

Easy

Choose the correct word from the given option that is an antonym of the underlined word:- Rajni is very arrogant but her sister Namrata is very ______ .

Wise

Humble

Timid

Shrewd

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q44:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Easy

Choose the correct 'adverb' to complete the given sentence:- The patient fought very ________ to survive.

hardly

hard

hardness

hard and fast

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q45:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Which ones of the given words are not the adverbs:- A. Already B. Greedy C. Certainly D. Scarce E. often Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

A, B and D only

A and C only

B and D only

C, D and E only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q46:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Easy

Choose the appropriate question tag from the given options to complete the given sentence Most of us will join the party, ________ ?

aren't we

wouldn't we

won't we

shall we

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q47:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Which one of the given sentences is not grammatically correct?

Copper is a useful metal.

She came while the meeting was over.

This is the house where I lived for ten years.

The doctor discharged the patient from the hospital.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q48:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Idioms

Medium

Match the idioms of List I with their meaning in List II | LIST I (Idioms) | | LIST II (Meaning) | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | A. | To muddle through | I. | anger and resentment | | B. | To face the music | II. | to work in a confused way | | C. | In the doldrums | III. | to accept the consequences | | D. | Foam and Froth | IV. | in trouble | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q49:

22 June Shift 1

Vocabulary > Idioms

Easy

Choose the appropriate idiom to replace the underlined part of sentence. He has taken his loss so seriously that he fell sick.

taken to heart

take the bull by its horns

put in his mind

taken off and on

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q50:

22 June Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Easy

Fill in the blank with the most suitable option from the words given below. The students ________ came late to the class, have missed out on some important concepts.

who

which

whom

whose

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

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