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Q1:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Until a hundred years ago as humans, we had a simple, uncomplicated biological connect with nature. It was a straightforward equation: we drew roughly 3, 000 calories each of energy out of the Earth for our food and life's sustenance. Today that number per capita has grown to 1, 00, 000 calories. We still need only 3, 000 calories each to nourish life itself. All the rest of this energy is what we extract from the Earth for everything else besides keeping ourselves alive. How to soften this abuse of resources? What is sustainable development? How can it be started in our homes? Beyond the ceremonial planting of green and getting people to run marathons of various lengths in support of the environment, is there more that we can add to the abstract value of "sustainability"? What are the little things we can do in our day-to-day lives, to reduce the demand for things that people make and market? Of course, we know that it helps to avoid a plastic bag when you can use a newspaper bag, or a brown bag, or even a jute bag, which you can use for many more years. However, there's actually quite a bit more than you and I can do, with very little as cost incurred, and with solutions that are very feasible and within our reach. It is possible to understand our ecological footprint and its disastrous consequences, in terms of the impact on the environment that we make.

A suitable title for the passage could be :

Let's Shift to Jute!

How to Consume Fewer Calories

Save Energy, Save the Earth!

The Earth Heading for a Disaster

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q2:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Until a hundred years ago as humans, we had a simple, uncomplicated biological connect with nature. It was a straightforward equation: we drew roughly 3, 000 calories each of energy out of the Earth for our food and life's sustenance. Today that number per capita has grown to 1, 00, 000 calories. We still need only 3, 000 calories each to nourish life itself. All the rest of this energy is what we extract from the Earth for everything else besides keeping ourselves alive. How to soften this abuse of resources? What is sustainable development? How can it be started in our homes? Beyond the ceremonial planting of green and getting people to run marathons of various lengths in support of the environment, is there more that we can add to the abstract value of "sustainability"? What are the little things we can do in our day-to-day lives, to reduce the demand for things that people make and market? Of course, we know that it helps to avoid a plastic bag when you can use a newspaper bag, or a brown bag, or even a jute bag, which you can use for many more years. However, there's actually quite a bit more than you and I can do, with very little as cost incurred, and with solutions that are very feasible and within our reach. It is possible to understand our ecological footprint and its disastrous consequences, in terms of the impact on the environment that we make.

Which one of the following statements cannot be inferred from the passage?

There are many little things we can do to save our Earth

Only running marathons of various lengths does not help

We do not depend on the Earth for our food and life sustenance

A lot many years before, our association with the Nature was quite simple.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q3:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Until a hundred years ago as humans, we had a simple, uncomplicated biological connect with nature. It was a straightforward equation: we drew roughly 3, 000 calories each of energy out of the Earth for our food and life's sustenance. Today that number per capita has grown to 1, 00, 000 calories. We still need only 3, 000 calories each to nourish life itself. All the rest of this energy is what we extract from the Earth for everything else besides keeping ourselves alive. How to soften this abuse of resources? What is sustainable development? How can it be started in our homes? Beyond the ceremonial planting of green and getting people to run marathons of various lengths in support of the environment, is there more that we can add to the abstract value of "sustainability"? What are the little things we can do in our day-to-day lives, to reduce the demand for things that people make and market? Of course, we know that it helps to avoid a plastic bag when you can use a newspaper bag, or a brown bag, or even a jute bag, which you can use for many more years. However, there's actually quite a bit more than you and I can do, with very little as cost incurred, and with solutions that are very feasible and within our reach. It is possible to understand our ecological footprint and its disastrous consequences, in terms of the impact on the environment that we make.

The primary concern of the passage is

there is a need to save energy, especially for our future

all of us should not only plant trees but also run the marathon

use of plastic bags should be completely banned

we need to respect the Earth and consume less of its calories

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q4:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Until a hundred years ago as humans, we had a simple, uncomplicated biological connect with nature. It was a straightforward equation: we drew roughly 3,000 calories each of energy out of the Earth for our food and life's sustenance. Today that number per capita has grown to 1,00,000 calories. We still need only 3,000 calories each to nourish life itself. All the rest of this energy is what we extract from the Earth for everything else besides keeping ourselves alive. How to soften this abuse of resources? What is sustainable development? How can it be started in our homes? Beyond the ceremonial planting of green and getting people to run marathons of various lengths in support of the environment, is there more that we can add to the abstract value of "sustainability"? What are the little things we can do in our day-to-day lives, to reduce the demand for things that people make and market? Of course, we know that it helps to avoid a plastic bag when you can use a newspaper bag, or a brown bag, or even a jute bag, which you can use for many more years. However, there's actually quite a bit more than you and I can do, with very little as cost incurred, and with solutions that are very feasible and within our reach. It is possible to understand our ecological footprint and its disastrous consequences, in terms of the impact on the environment that we make.

The author asks the readers to use a jute bag as

jute bags look more trendy and stylish

it is long-lasting and contributes towards saving our ecosystem

using jute bags helps with consuming only 3000 calories from the Earth

they are more easily available

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q5:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In the domain of solar innovation, progress is both subtle and ground-breaking. From solar panels adorned with nanowires to windows that magically transform light into electricity, the spectrum of innovations is as diverse as promising. India stands not as a mere spectator but as a prominent player in the global solar revolution. India currently stands 4th globally in solar power capacity. In the last five years, the country's solar installed capacity has experienced a monumental transformation. With ambitious targets and policies like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI), the Solar Park Scheme, designed to establish 50 Solar Parks of 500 MW, and schemes such as PM-KUSUM aimed to achieve solar power capacity addition of 30.8 GW by March 2026 are transforming India's agricultural sector. With the Rooftop Solar Programme for the residential sector and the Off-grid Solar PV Applications Programme for rural areas, India is propelling itself to achieve 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. The commitment is not just towards sustainable energy but towards securing a greener tomorrow for the entire planet. As we move forward, the solar industry's declining costs, enhanced energy storage solutions, and grid advancements take centre stage. The industry has witnessed increased decentralisation, widespread adoption, and a surge in solar projects, reflecting a commitment to a sustainable energy future. Solar energy is becoming not just an option but a global necessity. The journey is not just towards sustainable energy but towards a vibrant and resilient economy illuminated by the sun's rays.

Give a suitable title to the passage:

Solar Power Revolution

Ambitious Government Schemes

Renewable Energy-The Future

India Takes Over the World

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q6:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

In the domain of solar innovation, progress is both subtle and ground-breaking. From solar panels adorned with nanowires to windows that magically transform light into electricity, the spectrum of innovations is as diverse as promising. India stands not as a mere spectator but as a prominent player in the global solar revolution. India currently stands 4th globally in solar power capacity. In the last five years, the country's solar installed capacity has experienced a monumental transformation. With ambitious targets and policies like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI), the Solar Park Scheme, designed to establish 50 Solar Parks of 500 MW, and schemes such as PM-KUSUM aimed to achieve solar power capacity addition of 30.8 GW by March 2026 are transforming India's agricultural sector. With the Rooftop Solar Programme for the residential sector and the Off-grid Solar PV Applications Programme for rural areas, India is propelling itself to achieve 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. The commitment is not just towards sustainable energy but towards securing a greener tomorrow for the entire planet. As we move forward, the solar industry's declining costs, enhanced energy storage solutions, and grid advancements take centre stage. The industry has witnessed increased decentralisation, widespread adoption, and a surge in solar projects, reflecting a commitment to a sustainable energy future. Solar energy is becoming not just an option but a global necessity. The journey is not just towards sustainable energy but towards a vibrant and resilient economy illuminated by the sun's rays.

Which of the mentioned schemes will reduce the domestic expenditure of an average Indian?

Production Linked Incentive

The Solar Park Scheme

PM-KUSUM

Rooftop Solar Programme

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q7:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

In the domain of solar innovation, progress is both subtle and ground-breaking. From solar panels adorned with nanowires to windows that magically transform light into electricity, the spectrum of innovations is as diverse as promising. India stands not as a mere spectator but as a prominent player in the global solar revolution. India currently stands 4th globally in solar power capacity. In the last five years, the country's solar installed capacity has experienced a monumental transformation. With ambitious targets and policies like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI), the Solar Park Scheme, designed to establish 50 Solar Parks of 500 MW, and schemes such as PM-KUSUM aimed to achieve solar power capacity addition of 30.8 GW by March 2026 are transforming India's agricultural sector. With the Rooftop Solar Programme for the residential sector and the Off-grid Solar PV Applications Programme for rural areas, India is propelling itself to achieve 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. The commitment is not just towards sustainable energy but towards securing a greener tomorrow for the entire planet. As we move forward, the solar industry's declining costs, enhanced energy storage solutions, and grid advancements take centre stage. The industry has witnessed increased decentralisation, widespread adoption, and a surge in solar projects, reflecting a commitment to a sustainable energy future. Solar energy is becoming not just an option but a global necessity. The journey is not just towards sustainable energy but towards a vibrant and resilient economy illuminated by the sun's rays.

Which of the following statements cannot be inferred from the passage:

India is a prominent player in the solar revolution

The government projects and policies are steering India towards sustainable future

India's agriculture sector is transforming with solar energy

Enhanced costs and no energy storage solution hamper the sustainable efforts

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q8:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In the domain of solar innovation, progress is both subtle and ground-breaking. From solar panels adorned with nanowires to windows that magically transform light into electricity, the spectrum of innovations is as diverse as promising. India stands not as a mere spectator but as a prominent player in the global solar revolution. India currently stands 4th globally in solar power capacity. In the last five years, the country's solar installed capacity has experienced a monumental transformation. With ambitious targets and policies like the Production Linked Incentive (PLI), the Solar Park Scheme, designed to establish 50 Solar Parks of 500 MW, and schemes such as PM-KUSUM aimed to achieve solar power capacity addition of 30.8 GW by March 2026 are transforming India's agricultural sector. With the Rooftop Solar Programme for the residential sector and the Off-grid Solar PV Applications Programme for rural areas, India is propelling itself to achieve 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. The commitment is not just towards sustainable energy but towards securing a greener tomorrow for the entire planet. As we move forward, the solar industry's declining costs, enhanced energy storage solutions, and grid advancements take centre stage. The industry has witnessed increased decentralisation, widespread adoption, and a surge in solar projects, reflecting a commitment to a sustainable energy future. Solar energy is becoming not just an option but a global necessity. The journey is not just towards sustainable energy but towards a vibrant and resilient economy illuminated by the sun's rays.

Which word in the passage means the same as 'enormous'?

surge

monumental

propelling

resilient

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q9:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

I was prepared to dislike Max Kelada before I met him. The war had just ended, and accommodation on the ship was scarce. I was relieved to have a cabin with only one other passenger, but when I learned his name, I was dismayed. His large luggage, covered in numerous labels, suggested he was a man of excess. When we met, he greeted me warmly, claiming to be English, despite his foreign appearance and accent. Prohibition was in force and the ship was dry, but he insisted we share drinks. Mr. Kelada was chatty, boastful, and familiar, using no formality despite our status as strangers. I disliked his intrusive behaviour, especially when he interrupted my game of Patience and insisted on showing me card tricks. Mr. Kelada soon became the centre of attention. He managed activities, organised events, and knew everyone on board. Though he was the most disliked person on the ship, he was oblivious to it, always assuming others were as happy to see him as he was to see them. At mealtimes, he monopolised conversations, arguing passionately. We called him Mr. Know-All which he took as a compliment. It was an affront to his overweening vanity that you should disagree with him. He would not drop a subject, however unimportant, till he had brought you round to his way of thinking. The possibility that he could be mistaken never occurred to him. The only other person who could match his arrogance was Ramsay, and their acrimonious and interminable debates made the trip even more unbearable.

The narrator's initial attitude towards Mr. Kelada was one of

indifference and detachment

prejudice and aversion

curiosity and admiration

abhorrence and disgust

Correct Answer

Option 2,4

Correct Answer

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Q10:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

I was prepared to dislike Max Kelada before I met him. The war had just ended, and accommodation on the ship was scarce. I was relieved to have a cabin with only one other passenger, but when I learned his name, I was dismayed. His large luggage, covered in numerous labels, suggested he was a man of excess. When we met, he greeted me warmly, claiming to be English, despite his foreign appearance and accent. Prohibition was in force and the ship was dry, but he insisted we share drinks. Mr. Kelada was chatty, boastful, and familiar, using no formality despite our status as strangers. I disliked his intrusive behaviour, especially when he interrupted my game of Patience and insisted on showing me card tricks. Mr. Kelada soon became the centre of attention. He managed activities, organised events, and knew everyone on board. Though he was the most disliked person on the ship, he was oblivious to it, always assuming others were as happy to see him as he was to see them. At mealtimes, he monopolised conversations, arguing passionately. We called him Mr. Know-All which he took as a compliment. It was an affront to his overweening vanity that you should disagree with him. He would not drop a subject, however unimportant, till he had brought you round to his way of thinking. The possibility that he could be mistaken never occurred to him. The only other person who could match his arrogance was Ramsay, and their acrimonious and interminable debates made the trip even more unbearable.

Mr. Know-All seems to be a knowledgeable, sociable and humorous person, yet the narrator doesn't take to him. What does this tell you about the narrator?

He is able to really see through the irritable and intrusive character behind his veneer

He experiences an identity crisis when Mr. Know All is around

He is essentially a loner and can't tolerate people having healthy conversations

The narrator is a hypocrite who can't tolerate anyone's popularity

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q11:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

I was prepared to dislike Max Kelada before I met him. The war had just ended, and accommodation on the ship was scarce. I was relieved to have a cabin with only one other passenger, but when I learned his name, I was dismayed. His large luggage, covered in numerous labels, suggested he was a man of excess. When we met, he greeted me warmly, claiming to be English, despite his foreign appearance and accent. Prohibition was in force and the ship was dry, but he insisted we share drinks. Mr. Kelada was chatty, boastful, and familiar, using no formality despite our status as strangers. I disliked his intrusive behaviour, especially when he interrupted my game of Patience and insisted on showing me card tricks. Mr. Kelada soon became the centre of attention. He managed activities, organised events, and knew everyone on board. Though he was the most disliked person on the ship, he was oblivious to it, always assuming others were as happy to see him as he was to see them. At mealtimes, he monopolised conversations, arguing passionately. We called him Mr. Know-All which he took as a compliment. It was an affront to his overweening vanity that you should disagree with him. He would not drop a subject, however unimportant, till he had brought you round to his way of thinking. The possibility that he could be mistaken never occurred to him. The only other person who could match his arrogance was Ramsay, and their acrimonious and interminable debates made the trip even more unbearable.

What does the phrase "an affront to his overweening vanity" suggest about Mr. Kelada's character?

He is easily embarrassed by criticism

He is highly sensitive to any slight to his pride

He is indifferent to others' opinions of him

He values humility and self-reflection

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q12:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

I was prepared to dislike Max Kelada before I met him. The war had just ended, and accommodation on the ship was scarce. I was relieved to have a cabin with only one other passenger, but when I learned his name, I was dismayed. His large luggage, covered in numerous labels, suggested he was a man of excess. When we met, he greeted me warmly, claiming to be English, despite his foreign appearance and accent. Prohibition was in force and the ship was dry, but he insisted we share drinks. Mr. Kelada was chatty, boastful, and familiar, using no formality despite our status as strangers. I disliked his intrusive behaviour, especially when he interrupted my game of Patience and insisted on showing me card tricks. Mr. Kelada soon became the centre of attention. He managed activities, organised events, and knew everyone on board. Though he was the most disliked person on the ship, he was oblivious to it, always assuming others were as happy to see him as he was to see them. At mealtimes, he monopolised conversations, arguing passionately. We called him Mr. Know-All which he took as a compliment. It was an affront to his overweening vanity that you should disagree with him. He would not drop a subject, however unimportant, till he had brought you round to his way of thinking. The possibility that he could be mistaken never occurred to him. The only other person who could match his arrogance was Ramsay, and their acrimonious and interminable debates made the trip even more unbearable.

What does Mr. Kelada's large luggage suggest about his personality?

He is an aristocrat of tremendous stature

He values practicality over comfort

He is a man of excess and indulgence

He is organised and meticulous

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q13:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Antonyms

Medium

Choose the most appropriate antonym for the underlined word: The <u>clandestine</u> meeting of the sworn enemies went unnoticed by the media.

secret

hidden

overt

congested

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q14:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Phrasal Verbs

Medium

Match the phrasal verbs given in List-I with their meanings given in List-II: | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Phrasal Verbs) | (Meanings) | | (A) Call off | (I) To respect or admire something | | (B) Look up to | (II) To arrive or appear | | (C) Run into | (III) To cancel or stop something | | (D) Turn up | (IV) To meet someone by chance | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q15:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Antonyms

Easy

Choose the most appropriate antonym for the word: Volatile

Calm

Erratic

Capricious

Translucent

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q16:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Medium

Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the following sentence: It is one of the tragic ______ of our age that the rocket which could have been a symbol of humanity's aspirations for the stars, has become a weapon of destruction.

tales

ironies

aggravation

adversary

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q17:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate prepositions given in List-II: | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Sentences) | (Prepositions) | | --- | --- | | (A) The guard pleaded ______ the Principal for mercy. | (I) over | | (B) You must not quarrel ______ the issue of parental property. | (II) to | | (C) He lives entirely ______ carbohydrates. | (III) with | | (D) She was indebted ______ her friends for their timely help. | (IV) on | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q18:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the following parts in the correct sequence to form a meaningful sentence: (A) bridging technological gaps, promoting (B) boosting the nation's economy (C) efficient governance, and (D) digital India empowers citizens by Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q19:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Synonyms

Medium

Choose the most appropriate synonym for the word: Masquerade

Charade

Candor

Frankness

Foulness

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q20:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Easy

Select the correct expression to fill in the blank in the following sentence: The company plans to __________ the new product next month, and they are hoping it will boost their sales.

release

retract

raise

draft

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q21:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate verbs from List-II: | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Sentences) | (Verb Forms) | | --- | --- | | (A) We are planning an event which ______ soon. | (I) closes | | (B) I must get to the post office before it _______. | (II) would have gone | | (C) It is probably too late to call Ravi, he ______ to bed, surely. | (III) are going | | (D) Forthcoming books are those that we think, ______ to be available soon. | (IV) will happen | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q22:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate phrases from List-II: | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Sentences) | (Phrases) | | --- | --- | | (A) He usually ______ 6 a.m. every day. | (I) had already left | | (B) By this time tomorrow______ jogging in the park. | (II) wakes up at | | (C) They ______ before we arrived at the party. | (III) was reading a book | | (D) She ______ when the phone suddenly rang. | (IV) Akura will be | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q23:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the following parts in the correct sequence to form a meaningful sentence: (A) pronouncements of the General (B) she denounced the fiendish (C) beguiled and power-crazy man (D) as the radical schemes of a Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q24:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Easy

Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the following sentence: The state of highest perfection is _______.

utopia

truism

plutocracy

philanthropy

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q25:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Easy

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the words given in List-II : | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Sentences) | (Words) | | (A) Aakriti gave me a kind ________ about my outfit. | (I) complement | | (B) The red shoes ________ the dress perfectly. | (II) site | | (C) Please ________ evidence from the book to support your argument. | (III) compliment | | (D) This is the construction ________ for the new library. | (IV) cite | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q26:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the following parts in the correct sequence to form a meaningful sentence: (A) climate change impacts ecosystems (B) conditions, threatens food security (C) and requires sustainable solutions (D) severely, intensifies extreme weather Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q27:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Phrasal Verbs

Medium

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate phrasal verb: I live in Central Delhi. Where do you ______ in Delhi?

live by

put out

put up

live with

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q28:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Idioms

Medium

Match the Idioms given in List-I with their meanings given in List-II: | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Phrasal Verbs) | (Meanings) | | (A) apple of someone's eye | (I) make an unenthusiastic attempt | | (B) put all your eggs in one basket | (II) a person greatly loved by someone | | (C) go through the motions | (III) to admire greatly and be influenced by someone | | (D) sit at someone's feet | (IV) depend entirely on the success of one plan | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q29:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Idioms

Medium

Match the proverbs given in List-I with the correct meanings from List-II: | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Proverbs) | (Meanings) | | (A). What's sauce for the goose is sauce for the gander | (I). Tastes differ. What one person likes, the other might dislike | | (B).Second thoughts are best | (II). What is acceptable for one person should be acceptable for another person in a similar situation. | | (C). Little things please little minds | (III).It is best to reconsider a decision before acting impulsively | | (D). One man's meat is another man's poison. | (IV). People who aren't very clever are easily pleased or amused. | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q30:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Easy

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank in the following sentence: I find writing poetry very _______ It helps me to get a truer understanding of myself and gives me a good feeling inside.

lucrative

thriving

restrictive

therapeutic

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q31:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Medium

Choose the appropriate word to complete the following sentence: The committee's appeal for donations ________ little response from the residents.

provoked

gained

provided

evoked

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q32:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Antonyms

Medium

Choose the most appropriate antonym for the word: Ardent

Passionate

Fervent

Indifferent

Vague

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q33:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the following parts in the correct sequence to form a meaningful sentence: (a) the ridge on which it sits is somewhat bare, rising (B) and sparsely dotted with vegetation (C) from a distance the cluster appears unremarkable while (D) out of a patchwork of cultivated fields Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q34:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Medium

Match the words given in List-I with their definitions given in List-II : | List-I<br>(Words) | List-II<br>(Definitions) | | --- | --- | | (A) Blasphemy | (I) The act of copying another person's ideas, words or work and pretending that they are your own | | (B) Plagiarise | (II) An expert on matters involving the judgment of beauty, quality or skill in art, food or music | | (C) Connoisseur | (III) The state of having more than one possible meaning | | (D) Ambiguity | (IV) Behaviour or language that is offensive or shows a lack of respect for God or religion | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q35:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Synonyms

Medium

Choose the most appropriate synonym for the word: Portend

Enhance

Amplify

Foretell

Portray

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q36:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate adverbs from List-II: | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Sentences) | (Adverbs) | | (A) Maria has the skill for learning languages ___________ fast. | (I) reasonably | | (B) I am ___________ sorry. I didn't mean to push you. | (II) incredibly | | (C) It's a ___________ cheap restaurant. | (III) surprisingly | | (D) ___________ boys are more likely to be left-handed than girls. | (IV) terribly | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q37:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Synonyms

Medium

Choose the most appropriate synonym for the underlined word: He is the most unpopular employee due to his <u>impertinent</u> behaviour.

impudent

affable

elated

naive

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q38:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Medium

Select the most appropriate expression to fill in the blank in the following sentence: The company launched an aggressive marketing campaign __________ its declining sales over the past quarter.

contrary to

in response to

instead of

though

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q39:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Medium

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate homonyms given in List-II Complete the sentences given in List-I with the appropriate homonyms given in List-II: | List-I | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Sentences) | (Homonyms) | | (A) She is not only a pretty but also an ______ girl. | (I) collusion | | (B) Finally, they came to an ______ settlement. | (II) collision | | (C) In a ______ between a train and a bus, three people died. | (III) amicable | | (D) He planned a robbery in ______ with the guard. | (IV) amiable | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q40:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the following parts in the correct sequence to form a meaningful sentence: (A) entertainment trends, but it also plays a significant (B) pop culture has not only shaped fashion and (C) attitudes, and perceptions of success (D) role in influencing societal values, Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q41:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Antonyms

Medium

Choose the most appropriate antonym for the word: Concise

Wrong

Smooth

Precise

Verbose

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q42:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Grammar

Medium

Select the correct pair of prepositions to fill in the blanks in the following sentence: I didn't want to buy anything ______ the yellow lampshade, but I didn't have enough cash and the store manager wouldn't let me pay for it. ______ a cheque.

from, in

with, by

besides, from

except, with

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q43:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Medium

Choose the most appropriate word from the options given below: Dr. Kevin is now considered as an ______ because he has rejected all his religious and political beliefs.

apostate

alchemist

anarchist

apostle

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q44:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the following parts in the correct sequence to form a meaningful sentence: (A) endangered species need legal protection (B) shrinking habitats are a threat to (C) if they are to survive (D) both plants and animals and Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q45:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Word Usage

Medium

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word: The king's younger son ______ the throne and sent his father and his followers in exile.

manipulated

abandoned

attacked

usurped

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q46:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the following parts in the correct sequence to form a meaningful sentence: (A) horizon, painting the sky in hues of (B) as the sun dipped below the (C) orange and pink, the tranquil lake mirrored (D) the breathtaking beauty of the evening Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q47:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Synonyms

Medium

Choose the most appropriate synonym for the underlined word- His <u>assiduous</u> nature won him laurels all the way.

industrious

assertive

agnostic

associative

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q48:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Antonyms

Easy

Choose the most appropriate antonym for the word: Culpable

Guilty

Responsible

Blameworthy

Innocent

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q49:

28 May Shift 1

Vocabulary > Synonyms

Easy

Choose the most appropriate synonym for the word: Opportune

Destructive

Thoughtful

Timely

Charitable

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q50:

28 May Shift 1

VA > Rearrangement

Medium

Rearrange the following parts in the correct sequence to form a meaningful sentence: (A) they also sadly and ironically (B) even as automated machines (C) displace them from jobs (D) free men from drudgery Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

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