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Q1:

7th June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The rainbow lizard is a common and conspicous lizard. The mature male has an orange head and a brown, blue or black body. The middle section of the tail is also orange but ends in a black tip.The female is less brightly coloured; she has a brown head with green markings, a fawn body with brown patches down the back and yellow markings on the flanks, The male, about 30 cm long including 17 cm long tail, is longer than the female and often twice as heavy. Young males, not yet in possession of territory are indistiguishable by their colour from females. In both sexes rapid colour change, can take place, by redistribution of black pigment in special cells, the chromatophores, in the skin. When the male is captured or handled or when he is fighting in defence of his territory, the orange colour in his head and tail turns to brown in 30 seconds and may revert to its original state after 3 to 4 minutes. The outer layer of the skin is shed two or three times a year. At sunrise the lizards emerge from their roosting areas: they lie motionless on the vertical walls and bask in the sun. After 10-20 minutes of basking, the lizards move, one by one, down the wall and disappear into vegetation to catch insects, though they emerge from time to time and remain motionless in the sun. The intermittent basking is very important for their activities; the rate of chemical reaction in the body is increased with a rise in temperature, which enables muscle contraction, nervous conduction, enzyme secretion etc. to proceed more rapidly so that the lizard is more active in catching insects or escaping from predators. By basking, the lizard can raise its body temperature to about 38 degree centigrade, 10-18 degree above that of the surrounding air. Body temperature of above 40 degree is liable to kill the lizard.

Identify the word from the passage which means **sporadic** :

intermittent

conspicuous

basking

revert

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q2:

7th June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The rainbow lizard is a common and conspicous lizard. The mature male has an orange head and a brown, blue or black body. The middle section of the tail is also orange but ends in a black tip.The female is less brightly coloured; she has a brown head with green markings, a fawn body with brown patches down the back and yellow markings on the flanks, The male, about 30 cm long including 17 cm long tail, is longer than the female and often twice as heavy. Young males, not yet in possession of territory are indistiguishable by their colour from females. In both sexes rapid colour change, can take place, by redistribution of black pigment in special cells, the chromatophores, in the skin. When the male is captured or handled or when he is fighting in defence of his territory, the orange colour in his head and tail turns to brown in 30 seconds and may revert to its original state after 3 to 4 minutes. The outer layer of the skin is shed two or three times a year. At sunrise the lizards emerge from their roosting areas: they lie motionless on the vertical walls and bask in the sun. After 10-20 minutes of basking, the lizards move, one by one, down the wall and disappear into vegetation to catch insects, though they emerge from time to time and remain motionless in the sun. The intermittent basking is very important for their activities; the rate of chemical reaction in the body is increased with a rise in temperature, which enables muscle contraction, nervous conduction, enzyme secretion etc. to proceed more rapidly so that the lizard is more active in catching insects or escaping from predators. By basking, the lizard can raise its body temperature to about 38 degree centigrade, 10-18 degree above that of the surrounding air. Body temperature of above 40 degree is liable to kill the lizard.

Why do lizards spend so much time in the sun?

To suddenly spring upon the insects

The heat stimulates the chemical reaction making them agile.

The heat helps them to change colours rapidly.

The heat lulls them to remain motionless attracting insects towards them.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q3:

7th June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The rainbow lizard is a common and conspicous lizard. The mature male has an orange head and a brown, blue or black body. The middle section of the tail is also orange but ends in a black tip.The female is less brightly coloured; she has a brown head with green markings, a fawn body with brown patches down the back and yellow markings on the flanks, The male, about 30 cm long including 17 cm long tail, is longer than the female and often twice as heavy. Young males, not yet in possession of territory are indistiguishable by their colour from females. In both sexes rapid colour change, can take place, by redistribution of black pigment in special cells, the chromatophores, in the skin. When the male is captured or handled or when he is fighting in defence of his territory, the orange colour in his head and tail turns to brown in 30 seconds and may revert to its original state after 3 to 4 minutes. The outer layer of the skin is shed two or three times a year. At sunrise the lizards emerge from their roosting areas: they lie motionless on the vertical walls and bask in the sun. After 10-20 minutes of basking, the lizards move, one by one, down the wall and disappear into vegetation to catch insects, though they emerge from time to time and remain motionless in the sun. The intermittent basking is very important for their activities; the rate of chemical reaction in the body is increased with a rise in temperature, which enables muscle contraction, nervous conduction, enzyme secretion etc. to proceed more rapidly so that the lizard is more active in catching insects or escaping from predators. By basking, the lizard can raise its body temperature to about 38 degree centigrade, 10-18 degree above that of the surrounding air. Body temperature of above 40 degree is liable to kill the lizard.

The young male lizards are difficult to identify-

as they have yet to mark their territory.

as they remain attached to their counterpart.

as they are yet to develop the colour cells in their outer skin.

as the young male and female lizard weigh the same.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q4:

7th June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The rainbow lizard is a common and conspicous lizard. The mature male has an orange head and a brown, blue or black body. The middle section of the tail is also orange but ends in a black tip.The female is less brightly coloured; she has a brown head with green markings, a fawn body with brown patches down the back and yellow markings on the flanks, The male, about 30 cm long including 17 cm long tail, is longer than the female and often twice as heavy. Young males, not yet in possession of territory are indistiguishable by their colour from females. In both sexes rapid colour change, can take place, by redistribution of black pigment in special cells, the chromatophores, in the skin. When the male is captured or handled or when he is fighting in defence of his territory, the orange colour in his head and tail turns to brown in 30 seconds and may revert to its original state after 3 to 4 minutes. The outer layer of the skin is shed two or three times a year. At sunrise the lizards emerge from their roosting areas: they lie motionless on the vertical walls and bask in the sun. After 10-20 minutes of basking, the lizards move, one by one, down the wall and disappear into vegetation to catch insects, though they emerge from time to time and remain motionless in the sun. The intermittent basking is very important for their activities; the rate of chemical reaction in the body is increased with a rise in temperature, which enables muscle contraction, nervous conduction, enzyme secretion etc. to proceed more rapidly so that the lizard is more active in catching insects or escaping from predators. By basking, the lizard can raise its body temperature to about 38 degree centigrade, 10-18 degree above that of the surrounding air. Body temperature of above 40 degree is liable to kill the lizard.

The rapid colour change in the rainbow lizard can be attributed to-

marking of the territory

redistribution of chromatophores

redistribution of black pigment in chromatophores

redistribution of orange pigment to brown pigment

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q5:

7th June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The rainbow lizard is a common and conspicous lizard. The mature male has an orange head and a brown, blue or black body. The middle section of the tail is also orange but ends in a black tip.The female is less brightly coloured; she has a brown head with green markings, a fawn body with brown patches down the back and yellow markings on the flanks, The male, about 30 cm long including 17 cm long tail, is longer than the female and often twice as heavy. Young males, not yet in possession of territory are indistiguishable by their colour from females. In both sexes rapid colour change, can take place, by redistribution of black pigment in special cells, the chromatophores, in the skin. When the male is captured or handled or when he is fighting in defence of his territory, the orange colour in his head and tail turns to brown in 30 seconds and may revert to its original state after 3 to 4 minutes. The outer layer of the skin is shed two or three times a year. At sunrise the lizards emerge from their roosting areas: they lie motionless on the vertical walls and bask in the sun. After 10-20 minutes of basking, the lizards move, one by one, down the wall and disappear into vegetation to catch insects, though they emerge from time to time and remain motionless in the sun. The intermittent basking is very important for their activities; the rate of chemical reaction in the body is increased with a rise in temperature, which enables muscle contraction, nervous conduction, enzyme secretion etc. to proceed more rapidly so that the lizard is more active in catching insects or escaping from predators. By basking, the lizard can raise its body temperature to about 38 degree centigrade, 10-18 degree above that of the surrounding air. Body temperature of above 40 degree is liable to kill the lizard.

Why do rainbow lizards follow an intermittent basking routine during the day?

They keep storing the food in the shade.

To monitor their roosting areas.

To monitor their body temperature.

To activate their chromatophores cells.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q6:

7th June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

For my own part, I have ever gained the most profit, and the most pleasure also, from the books which have made me think the most; and, when the difficulties have once been overcome, these are the books which have stuck the deepest root, not only in my memory and understanding but likewise in my affections. For this point too should be taken into account. We won't think slightly of that which it costs us a slight effort to win. The more a book makes us think over, the more satisfaction we get from that. When a maiden is too forward, her admirer deems it time to draw back. If you would fertilise the mind, the plough must be driven over and through it. The gliding of wheels is easier and faster, but only makes it harder and more barren. Above all, in the present age of light reading, that is, of reading hastily, thoughtlessly, indiscriminately, unfruitfully, when most books are forgotten as soon as they are finished, and very many sooner, it is well if something heavier is cast now and then into the midst of the literary public. This may scare and repel the weak; it will rouse and attract the stronger and increase their strength by making them exert it. In the sweat of the brow, it is the mind as well as the body to eat its bread.

What does the last sentence, 'In the sweat of the brow, it is the mind as well as the body to eat its bread.' mean?

Sweating is important for shaping the brow.

The perfection of physical and mental faculties is achieved through exercise.

Eating bread is essential for maintaining physical and mental well-being.

Sweating kills the appetite and dulls the brain.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q7:

7th June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

For my own part, I have ever gained the most profit, and the most pleasure also, from the books which have made me think the most; and, when the difficulties have once been overcome, these are the books which have stuck the deepest root, not only in my memory and understanding but likewise in my affections. For this point too should be taken into account. We won't think slightly of that which it costs us a slight effort to win. The more a book makes us think over, the more satisfaction we get from that. When a maiden is too forward, her admirer deems it time to draw back. If you would fertilise the mind, the plough must be driven over and through it. The gliding of wheels is easier and faster, but only makes it harder and more barren. Above all, in the present age of light reading, that is, of reading hastily, thoughtlessly, indiscriminately, unfruitfully, when most books are forgotten as soon as they are finished, and very many sooner, it is well if something heavier is cast now and then into the midst of the literary public. This may scare and repel the weak; it will rouse and attract the stronger and increase their strength by making them exert it. In the sweat of the brow, it is the mind as well as the body to eat its bread.

What does the author mean by this, "We won't think slightly of that which it costs us a slight effort to win."

What is easily available loses its value.

What requires effort to win is slighted by us.

What costs us pushes us back.

What is difficult to get makes us think slightly.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q8:

7th June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

For my own part, I have ever gained the most profit, and the most pleasure also, from the books which have made me think the most; and, when the difficulties have once been overcome, these are the books which have stuck the deepest root, not only in my memory and understanding but likewise in my affections. For this point too should be taken into account. We won't think slightly of that which it costs us a slight effort to win. The more a book makes us think over, the more satisfaction we get from that. When a maiden is too forward, her admirer deems it time to draw back. If you would fertilise the mind, the plough must be driven over and through it. The gliding of wheels is easier and faster, but only makes it harder and more barren. Above all, in the present age of light reading, that is, of reading hastily, thoughtlessly, indiscriminately, unfruitfully, when most books are forgotten as soon as they are finished, and very many sooner, it is well if something heavier is cast now and then into the midst of the literary public. This may scare and repel the weak; it will rouse and attract the stronger and increase their strength by making them exert it. In the sweat of the brow, it is the mind as well as the body to eat its bread.

The author seems to like and remember the books-

which help in gaining profit

which bring a lot of happiness

which made him ponder

which lulled him to sleep

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q9:

7th June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

For my own part, I have ever gained the most profit, and the most pleasure also, from the books which have made me think the most; and, when the difficulties have once been overcome, these are the books which have stuck the deepest root, not only in my memory and understanding but likewise in my affections. For this point too should be taken into account. We won't think slightly of that which it costs us a slight effort to win. The more a book makes us think over, the more satisfaction we get from that. When a maiden is too forward, her admirer deems it time to draw back. If you would fertilise the mind, the plough must be driven over and through it. The gliding of wheels is easier and faster, but only makes it harder and more barren. Above all, in the present age of light reading, that is, of reading hastily, thoughtlessly, indiscriminately, unfruitfully, when most books are forgotten as soon as they are finished, and very many sooner, it is well if something heavier is cast now and then into the midst of the literary public. This may scare and repel the weak; it will rouse and attract the stronger and increase their strength by making them exert it. In the sweat of the brow, it is the mind as well as the body to eat its bread.

What kind of reading does the author subscribe to?

Superficial reading

Random reading

Indiscriminate reading

Reflective reading

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q10:

7th June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

For my own part, I have ever gained the most profit, and the most pleasure also, from the books which have made me think the most; and, when the difficulties have once been overcome, these are the books which have stuck the deepest root, not only in my memory and understanding but likewise in my affections. For this point too should be taken into account. We won't think slightly of that which it costs us a slight effort to win. The more a book makes us think over, the more satisfaction we get from that. When a maiden is too forward, her admirer deems it time to draw back. If you would fertilise the mind, the plough must be driven over and through it. The gliding of wheels is easier and faster, but only makes it harder and more barren. Above all, in the present age of light reading, that is, of reading hastily, thoughtlessly, indiscriminately, unfruitfully, when most books are forgotten as soon as they are finished, and very many sooner, it is well if something heavier is cast now and then into the midst of the literary public. This may scare and repel the weak; it will rouse and attract the stronger and increase their strength by making them exert it. In the sweat of the brow, it is the mind as well as the body to eat its bread.

According to the author the mind can be fertilised-

by skimming through books.

by cursorily going through books.

by intensively going through books.

by sailing through a book.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q11:

6th June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Declining Number of Elephants All is not well with India's elephants. A population estimation exercise by the Wildlife Institute of India has suggested a disturbing decline in their number: the 2025 count is 22,446, 17% lower than in 2017, when the count was 27,312. Incidentally, the Centre informed the Lok Sabha in 2024 that India's pachyderm population, as per a synchronised estimation, was 29,964. These surveys are not comparable because of methodological differences. Experts have also said that the DNA model may have under-estimated the elephant count. These counters are valid, but there is enough and more evidence to be concerned about the health of the Indian elephants. At least three inferences in the SAIFE report ask for close reading. One, the once-contiguous elephant population in the Western Ghats is rapidly splintering due to changing land use, including expanding commercial plantations, invasive plants, farmland fencing, human encroachment and mushrooming developmental projects, all of which impact elephant survival and migration. Two, habitats in East Central India face fragmentation and deterioration from unmitigated mining and infrastructure projects, habitat degradation and human use. This has prompted long-ranging elephants to venture into human dwellings, escalating human-wildlife conflict. Three, the North East holds the second-largest elephant population in India but exploitation of natural resources since colonial times, driven by the productive nature of floodplains and geopolitics, has led to habitat loss and rising conflict with humans. The frequent reports of such conflicts and accidents on rail tracks from states such as Kerala, West Bengal and Assam confirm the anxieties recorded by the report. Project Elephant, established in 1992, needs a renewed push.

The changing land use in the Western Ghats is responsible for the---------------- of the elephant population.

augmentation

deterioration

sickness

migration

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q12:

6th June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Declining Number of Elephants All is not well with India's elephants. A population estimation exercise by the Wildlife Institute of India has suggested a disturbing decline in their number: the 2025 count is 22,446, 17% lower than in 2017, when the count was 27,312. Incidentally, the Centre informed the Lok Sabha in 2024 that India's pachyderm population, as per a synchronised estimation, was 29,964. These surveys are not comparable because of methodological differences. Experts have also said that the DNA model may have under-estimated the elephant count. These counters are valid, but there is enough and more evidence to be concerned about the health of the Indian elephants. At least three inferences in the SAIFE report ask for close reading. One, the once-contiguous elephant population in the Western Ghats is rapidly splintering due to changing land use, including expanding commercial plantations, invasive plants, farmland fencing, human encroachment and mushrooming developmental projects, all of which impact elephant survival and migration. Two, habitats in East Central India face fragmentation and deterioration from unmitigated mining and infrastructure projects, habitat degradation and human use. This has prompted long-ranging elephants to venture into human dwellings, escalating human-wildlife conflict. Three, the North East holds the second-largest elephant population in India but exploitation of natural resources since colonial times, driven by the productive nature of floodplains and geopolitics, has led to habitat loss and rising conflict with humans. The frequent reports of such conflicts and accidents on rail tracks from states such as Kerala, West Bengal and Assam confirm the anxieties recorded by the report. Project Elephant, established in 1992, needs a renewed push.

In the word PACHYDERM, **derm** means--

trunk

tusk

tail

skin

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q13:

6th June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Declining Number of Elephants All is not well with India's elephants. A population estimation exercise by the Wildlife Institute of India has suggested a disturbing decline in their number: the 2025 count is 22,446, 17% lower than in 2017, when the count was 27,312. Incidentally, the Centre informed the Lok Sabha in 2024 that India's pachyderm population, as per a synchronised estimation, was 29,964. These surveys are not comparable because of methodological differences. Experts have also said that the DNA model may have under-estimated the elephant count. These counters are valid, but there is enough and more evidence to be concerned about the health of the Indian elephants. At least three inferences in the SAIFE report ask for close reading. One, the once-contiguous elephant population in the Western Ghats is rapidly splintering due to changing land use, including expanding commercial plantations, invasive plants, farmland fencing, human encroachment and mushrooming developmental projects, all of which impact elephant survival and migration. Two, habitats in East Central India face fragmentation and deterioration from unmitigated mining and infrastructure projects, habitat degradation and human use. This has prompted long-ranging elephants to venture into human dwellings, escalating human-wildlife conflict. Three, the North East holds the second-largest elephant population in India but exploitation of natural resources since colonial times, driven by the productive nature of floodplains and geopolitics, has led to habitat loss and rising conflict with humans. The frequent reports of such conflicts and accidents on rail tracks from states such as Kerala, West Bengal and Assam confirm the anxieties recorded by the report. Project Elephant, established in 1992, needs a renewed push.

'Project Elephant' needs a renewed push because:

wildlife surveys are not conclusive.

farmland fencing has proved to be a boon.

human-wildlife conflict is on the rise.

the North East has the second largest elephant population.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q14:

6th June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Declining Number of Elephants All is not well with India's elephants. A population estimation exercise by the Wildlife Institute of India has suggested a disturbing decline in their number: the 2025 count is 22,446, 17% lower than in 2017, when the count was 27,312. Incidentally, the Centre informed the Lok Sabha in 2024 that India's pachyderm population, as per a synchronised estimation, was 29,964. These surveys are not comparable because of methodological differences. Experts have also said that the DNA model may have under-estimated the elephant count. These counters are valid, but there is enough and more evidence to be concerned about the health of the Indian elephants. At least three inferences in the SAIFE report ask for close reading. One, the once-contiguous elephant population in the Western Ghats is rapidly splintering due to changing land use, including expanding commercial plantations, invasive plants, farmland fencing, human encroachment and mushrooming developmental projects, all of which impact elephant survival and migration. Two, habitats in East Central India face fragmentation and deterioration from unmitigated mining and infrastructure projects, habitat degradation and human use. This has prompted long-ranging elephants to venture into human dwellings, escalating human-wildlife conflict. Three, the North East holds the second-largest elephant population in India but exploitation of natural resources since colonial times, driven by the productive nature of floodplains and geopolitics, has led to habitat loss and rising conflict with humans. The frequent reports of such conflicts and accidents on rail tracks from states such as Kerala, West Bengal and Assam confirm the anxieties recorded by the report. Project Elephant, established in 1992, needs a renewed push.

Pachyderm population refers to the population of ___.

Wildlife

White Elephants

Humans

Elephants

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q15:

6th June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Declining Number of Elephants All is not well with India's elephants. A population estimation exercise by the Wildlife Institute of India has suggested a disturbing decline in their number: the 2025 count is 22,446, 17% lower than in 2017, when the count was 27,312. Incidentally, the Centre informed the Lok Sabha in 2024 that India's pachyderm population, as per a synchronised estimation, was 29,964. These surveys are not comparable because of methodological differences. Experts have also said that the DNA model may have under-estimated the elephant count. These counters are valid, but there is enough and more evidence to be concerned about the health of the Indian elephants. At least three inferences in the SAIFE report ask for close reading. One, the once-contiguous elephant population in the Western Ghats is rapidly splintering due to changing land use, including expanding commercial plantations, invasive plants, farmland fencing, human encroachment and mushrooming developmental projects, all of which impact elephant survival and migration. Two, habitats in East Central India face fragmentation and deterioration from unmitigated mining and infrastructure projects, habitat degradation and human use. This has prompted long-ranging elephants to venture into human dwellings, escalating human-wildlife conflict. Three, the North East holds the second-largest elephant population in India but exploitation of natural resources since colonial times, driven by the productive nature of floodplains and geopolitics, has led to habitat loss and rising conflict with humans. The frequent reports of such conflicts and accidents on rail tracks from states such as Kerala, West Bengal and Assam confirm the anxieties recorded by the report. Project Elephant, established in 1992, needs a renewed push.

_________ have compelled the elephant population to invade human dwellings.

Infrastructure projects

Habitats in Central India

Contiguous elephant population

Health of the elephants

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q16:

6th June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

When Tao Ying rides on the bus alone, quite often she does not bother to buy a ticket. Why should she? Without her, the bus would still be stopping at every stop, a driver and a conductor would still have to be employed, and the same amount of petrol used. Clearly Tao Ying has to be astute. When the bus conductor looked like the responsible type, she would buy a ticket as soon as she got on board. But if he appeared to be casual and careless, she would not dream of paying, considering it a small punishment for him and a little saving for herself. Tao Ying works as a cook in the canteen of a factory. She spends all day next to an open fire, baking screw-shaped wheat cakes with sesame butter. Today she is with her son Xiao Ye. She follows him onto the bus. As the doors shut her jacket is caught, ballooning up like a tent behind her. She twists this way and that, finally wrenching herself free. 'Mama, tickets!' Xiao Ye says. Children are often more conscious of rituals than adults. Without a ticket in his hand, the ride doesn't count as a proper ride. On the peeling paint of the door somebody has painted the shape of a pale finger. It points at a number: 1.10 m. Xiao Ye pushed through. His hair looks as fluffy as a bundle of straw-dry and without lustre. As a rule, Tao Ying is very careful with her purse, but she has never skimped on her child's diet. Nonetheless, the goodness in his food refuses to advance beyond his hairline. As a result, Xiao Ye is healthy and clever, but his hair is a mess.

Tao Ying's son's concern about the ticket shows that children, compared to adults, are :

lackadaisical

reckless

conscientious

dexterous

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q17:

6th June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

When Tao Ying rides on the bus alone, quite often she does not bother to buy a ticket. Why should she? Without her, the bus would still be stopping at every stop, a driver and a conductor would still have to be employed, and the same amount of petrol used. Clearly Tao Ying has to be astute. When the bus conductor looked like the responsible type, she would buy a ticket as soon as she got on board. But if he appeared to be casual and careless, she would not dream of paying, considering it a small punishment for him and a little saving for herself. Tao Ying works as a cook in the canteen of a factory. She spends all day next to an open fire, baking screw-shaped wheat cakes with sesame butter. Today she is with her son Xiao Ye. She follows him onto the bus. As the doors shut her jacket is caught, ballooning up like a tent behind her. She twists this way and that, finally wrenching herself free. 'Mama, tickets!' Xiao Ye says. Children are often more conscious of rituals than adults. Without a ticket in his hand, the ride doesn't count as a proper ride. On the peeling paint of the door somebody has painted the shape of a pale finger. It points at a number: 1.10 m. Xiao Ye pushed through. His hair looks as fluffy as a bundle of straw-dry and without lustre. As a rule, Tao Ying is very careful with her purse, but she has never skimped on her child's diet. Nonetheless, the goodness in his food refuses to advance beyond his hairline. As a result, Xiao Ye is healthy and clever, but his hair is a mess.

Which of the following does not hold true for the protagonist of the story?

She is a law abiding citizen.

She is astute.

Plentitude is her second name.

She works in highly conducive environment.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q18:

6th June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

When Tao Ying rides on the bus alone, quite often she does not bother to buy a ticket. Why should she? Without her, the bus would still be stopping at every stop, a driver and a conductor would still have to be employed, and the same amount of petrol used. Clearly Tao Ying has to be astute. When the bus conductor looked like the responsible type, she would buy a ticket as soon as she got on board. But if he appeared to be casual and careless, she would not dream of paying, considering it a small punishment for him and a little saving for herself. Tao Ying works as a cook in the canteen of a factory. She spends all day next to an open fire, baking screw-shaped wheat cakes with sesame butter. Today she is with her son Xiao Ye. She follows him onto the bus. As the doors shut her jacket is caught, ballooning up like a tent behind her. She twists this way and that, finally wrenching herself free. 'Mama, tickets!' Xiao Ye says. Children are often more conscious of rituals than adults. Without a ticket in his hand, the ride doesn't count as a proper ride. On the peeling paint of the door somebody has painted the shape of a pale finger. It points at a number: 1.10 m. Xiao Ye pushed through. His hair looks as fluffy as a bundle of straw-dry and without lustre. As a rule, Tao Ying is very careful with her purse, but she has never skimped on her child's diet. Nonetheless, the goodness in his food refuses to advance beyond his hairline. As a result, Xiao Ye is healthy and clever, but his hair is a mess.

'She has never skimped on her child's diet' clearly states that:

She is a strict mother.

She wants to save on eatables.

She is careful about her child's nutritive requirements.

She takes her maternal duties for granted.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q19:

6th June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

When Tao Ying rides on the bus alone, quite often she does not bother to buy a ticket. Why should she? Without her, the bus would still be stopping at every stop, a driver and a conductor would still have to be employed, and the same amount of petrol used. Clearly Tao Ying has to be astute. When the bus conductor looked like the responsible type, she would buy a ticket as soon as she got on board. But if he appeared to be casual and careless, she would not dream of paying, considering it a small punishment for him and a little saving for herself. Tao Ying works as a cook in the canteen of a factory. She spends all day next to an open fire, baking screw-shaped wheat cakes with sesame butter. Today she is with her son Xiao Ye. She follows him onto the bus. As the doors shut her jacket is caught, ballooning up like a tent behind her. She twists this way and that, finally wrenching herself free. 'Mama, tickets!' Xiao Ye says. Children are often more conscious of rituals than adults. Without a ticket in his hand, the ride doesn't count as a proper ride. On the peeling paint of the door somebody has painted the shape of a pale finger. It points at a number: 1.10 m. Xiao Ye pushed through. His hair looks as fluffy as a bundle of straw-dry and without lustre. As a rule, Tao Ying is very careful with her purse, but she has never skimped on her child's diet. Nonetheless, the goodness in his food refuses to advance beyond his hairline. As a result, Xiao Ye is healthy and clever, but his hair is a mess.

Tao Ying is 'very careful with her purse'. This means that :

She is paranoid about being robbed.

She is particular about carrying the most fashionable purse.

Her purse is an unwanted burden.

She is frugal by nature.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q20:

6th June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

When Tao Ying rides on the bus alone, quite often she does not bother to buy a ticket. Why should she? Without her, the bus would still be stopping at every stop, a driver and a conductor would still have to be employed, and the same amount of petrol used. Clearly Tao Ying has to be astute. When the bus conductor looked like the responsible type, she would buy a ticket as soon as she got on board. But if he appeared to be casual and careless, she would not dream of paying, considering it a small punishment for him and a little saving for herself. Tao Ying works as a cook in the canteen of a factory. She spends all day next to an open fire, baking screw-shaped wheat cakes with sesame butter. Today she is with her son Xiao Ye. She follows him onto the bus. As the doors shut her jacket is caught, ballooning up like a tent behind her. She twists this way and that, finally wrenching herself free. 'Mama, tickets!' Xiao Ye says. Children are often more conscious of rituals than adults. Without a ticket in his hand, the ride doesn't count as a proper ride. On the peeling paint of the door somebody has painted the shape of a pale finger. It points at a number: 1.10 m. Xiao Ye pushed through. His hair looks as fluffy as a bundle of straw-dry and without lustre. As a rule, Tao Ying is very careful with her purse, but she has never skimped on her child's diet. Nonetheless, the goodness in his food refuses to advance beyond his hairline. As a result, Xiao Ye is healthy and clever, but his hair is a mess.

The poetic device used in the line 'his hair looks as fluffy as a bundle of straw' is:

metaphor

irony

personification

simile

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q21:

31st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The internet is abuzz, GPU's (Graphic Processing Units) have gone into a meltdown churning out AI-generated art mimicking Studio Ghibli's iconic style. What started as a tech experiment has spiraled into a heated and polarising discussion about creativity, ethics and the planet's well-being. We tend to react differently when we watch a cover or tribute band playing classic hits or a dancer copying a master's moves. There's an appreciation for the skill and effort involved, an acknowledgment that even mimicking greatness takes talent and time. But when AI churned out Ghibli-style images in microseconds, the effect was devastating. And polarising. Fans of Hayao Miyazaki, Ghibli's legendary animator, felt unease over how his meticulously hand-drawn frames, filled with humanism and beauty, were now trivialised by soulless replicas. Many argued it wasn't just about copying his signature style - it was about stripping away the context and effort. The debate has revealed our collective discomfort with tech replacing human struggle, even as some joined the trend, fascinated by AI's capabilities. Artists have always copied the masters - students sketching da Vinci or musicians covering tunes of The Beatles. It's how skills are honed. But AI flips this on its head, replacing human effort with tech. The debate then shouldn't just be about plagiarism - style has been borrowed forever, from Picasso to modern fashion. In Bollywood, Anil Kapoor fought to protect his personality traits from misuse - a legit concern over how even a seemingly harmless mimicry used in the wrong context can be damaging for an actor or any creative person. What truly matters is context: using Ghibli's style for contentious or trivial images feels wrong because it lacks the soul Miyazaki poured into every frame.

How do artists usually learn art from their masters?

By copying

By the use of AI

By replacing human effort with tech

By reading their books

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q22:

31st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The internet is abuzz, GPU's (Graphic Processing Units) have gone into a meltdown churning out AI-generated art mimicking Studio Ghibli's iconic style. What started as a tech experiment has spiraled into a heated and polarising discussion about creativity, ethics and the planet's well-being. We tend to react differently when we watch a cover or tribute band playing classic hits or a dancer copying a master's moves. There's an appreciation for the skill and effort involved, an acknowledgment that even mimicking greatness takes talent and time. But when AI churned out Ghibli-style images in microseconds, the effect was devastating. And polarising. Fans of Hayao Miyazaki, Ghibli's legendary animator, felt unease over how his meticulously hand-drawn frames, filled with humanism and beauty, were now trivialised by soulless replicas. Many argued it wasn't just about copying his signature style - it was about stripping away the context and effort. The debate has revealed our collective discomfort with tech replacing human struggle, even as some joined the trend, fascinated by AI's capabilities. Artists have always copied the masters - students sketching da Vinci or musicians covering tunes of The Beatles. It's how skills are honed. But AI flips this on its head, replacing human effort with tech. The debate then shouldn't just be about plagiarism - style has been borrowed forever, from Picasso to modern fashion. In Bollywood, Anil Kapoor fought to protect his personality traits from misuse - a legit concern over how even a seemingly harmless mimicry used in the wrong context can be damaging for an actor or any creative person. What truly matters is context: using Ghibli's style for contentious or trivial images feels wrong because it lacks the soul Miyazaki poured into every frame.

Ghibli, in truth, is an art form which:

is soulless.

involves hand drawn images.

is bizzare and ugly.

is merely commercial in nature.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q23:

31st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The internet is abuzz, GPU's (Graphic Processing Units) have gone into a meltdown churning out AI-generated art mimicking Studio Ghibli's iconic style. What started as a tech experiment has spiraled into a heated and polarising discussion about creativity, ethics and the planet's well-being. We tend to react differently when we watch a cover or tribute band playing classic hits or a dancer copying a master's moves. There's an appreciation for the skill and effort involved, an acknowledgment that even mimicking greatness takes talent and time. But when AI churned out Ghibli-style images in microseconds, the effect was devastating. And polarising. Fans of Hayao Miyazaki, Ghibli's legendary animator, felt unease over how his meticulously hand-drawn frames, filled with humanism and beauty, were now trivialised by soulless replicas. Many argued it wasn't just about copying his signature style - it was about stripping away the context and effort. The debate has revealed our collective discomfort with tech replacing human struggle, even as some joined the trend, fascinated by AI's capabilities. Artists have always copied the masters - students sketching da Vinci or musicians covering tunes of The Beatles. It's how skills are honed. But AI flips this on its head, replacing human effort with tech. The debate then shouldn't just be about plagiarism - style has been borrowed forever, from Picasso to modern fashion. In Bollywood, Anil Kapoor fought to protect his personality traits from misuse - a legit concern over how even a seemingly harmless mimicry used in the wrong context can be damaging for an actor or any creative person. What truly matters is context: using Ghibli's style for contentious or trivial images feels wrong because it lacks the soul Miyazaki poured into every frame.

Which of the following view is not upheld by the writer?

AI-generated art forms are here to stay.

AI-generated art forms present an open ethical challenge.

Mimicry in art is an ancient phenomenon.

Ghibli has achieved universal acclaim.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q24:

31st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The internet is abuzz, GPU's (Graphic Processing Units) have gone into a meltdown churning out AI-generated art mimicking Studio Ghibli's iconic style. What started as a tech experiment has spiraled into a heated and polarising discussion about creativity, ethics and the planet's well-being. We tend to react differently when we watch a cover or tribute band playing classic hits or a dancer copying a master's moves. There's an appreciation for the skill and effort involved, an acknowledgment that even mimicking greatness takes talent and time. But when AI churned out Ghibli-style images in microseconds, the effect was devastating. And polarising. Fans of Hayao Miyazaki, Ghibli's legendary animator, felt unease over how his meticulously hand-drawn frames, filled with humanism and beauty, were now trivialised by soulless replicas. Many argued it wasn't just about copying his signature style - it was about stripping away the context and effort. The debate has revealed our collective discomfort with tech replacing human struggle, even as some joined the trend, fascinated by AI's capabilities. Artists have always copied the masters - students sketching da Vinci or musicians covering tunes of The Beatles. It's how skills are honed. But AI flips this on its head, replacing human effort with tech. The debate then shouldn't just be about plagiarism - style has been borrowed forever, from Picasso to modern fashion. In Bollywood, Anil Kapoor fought to protect his personality traits from misuse - a legit concern over how even a seemingly harmless mimicry used in the wrong context can be damaging for an actor or any creative person. What truly matters is context: using Ghibli's style for contentious or trivial images feels wrong because it lacks the soul Miyazaki poured into every frame.

As per the passage, the real debate regarding Ghibli should focus on:

The fact that it is AI generated.

The context where it is used.

The issue of plagiarism.

The novelty of this art form.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q25:

31st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The internet is abuzz, GPU's (Graphic Processing Units) have gone into a meltdown churning out AI-generated art mimicking Studio Ghibli's iconic style. What started as a tech experiment has spiraled into a heated and polarising discussion about creativity, ethics and the planet's well-being. We tend to react differently when we watch a cover or tribute band playing classic hits or a dancer copying a master's moves. There's an appreciation for the skill and effort involved, an acknowledgment that even mimicking greatness takes talent and time. But when AI churned out Ghibli-style images in microseconds, the effect was devastating. And polarising. Fans of Hayao Miyazaki, Ghibli's legendary animator, felt unease over how his meticulously hand-drawn frames, filled with humanism and beauty, were now trivialised by soulless replicas. Many argued it wasn't just about copying his signature style - it was about stripping away the context and effort. The debate has revealed our collective discomfort with tech replacing human struggle, even as some joined the trend, fascinated by AI's capabilities. Artists have always copied the masters - students sketching da Vinci or musicians covering tunes of The Beatles. It's how skills are honed. But AI flips this on its head, replacing human effort with tech. The debate then shouldn't just be about plagiarism - style has been borrowed forever, from Picasso to modern fashion. In Bollywood, Anil Kapoor fought to protect his personality traits from misuse - a legit concern over how even a seemingly harmless mimicry used in the wrong context can be damaging for an actor or any creative person. What truly matters is context: using Ghibli's style for contentious or trivial images feels wrong because it lacks the soul Miyazaki poured into every frame.

Hayco Myozaki's art is different from Ghibli's style--

In using real colour

In portraying real images

In showing humanism and beauty

In using different types of canvas

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q26:

31st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

She sat at the window watching the evening invade the avenue. Her head was leaned against the window curtains and in her nostrils was the odour of dusty cretonne. She was tired. Few people passed. The man out of the last house passed on his way home: she heard his footsteps clacking along the concrete pavement and afterward crunching on the cinder path before the new red houses. One time there used to be a field there in which they used to play every evening with other people's children. Then a man from Belfast bought the field and built houses in it - not like their little brown houses but bright brick houses with shining roofs. The children of the avenue used to play together in that field - the Devines, the Walters, the Dunns, little Keogh the cripple, she and her brothers and sisters. Ernest, however, never played: he was too grown up. Her father often used to hunt them in and out of the field with his blackthorn stick; but usually little Keogh used to keep nix and call out when he saw her father coming. Still, they seemed to have been rather happy then. Her father was not so bad then; and besides, her mother was alive. That was a long time ago; she and her brothers and sisters were all grown up; her mother was dead. Everything changes. Now she was going away like the others, to leave her home. Home! She looked round the room, reviewing all its familiar objects which she had dusted once a week for so many years, wondering where on earth all the dust came from. She had consented to go away, to leave her home. Was that wise?

The fact that the protagonist's town is a silent victim of commercialisation is supported by the statement:

Few people passed the area.

The houses were painted red.

A field was replaced by houses.

The houses were made of brick.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q27:

31st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

She sat at the window watching the evening invade the avenue. Her head was leaned against the window curtains and in her nostrils was the odour of dusty cretonne. She was tired. Few people passed. The man out of the last house passed on his way home: she heard his footsteps clacking along the concrete pavement and afterward crunching on the cinder path before the new red houses. One time there used to be a field there in which they used to play every evening with other people's children. Then a man from Belfast bought the field and built houses in it - not like their little brown houses but bright brick houses with shining roofs. The children of the avenue used to play together in that field - the Devines, the Walters, the Dunns, little Keogh the cripple, she and her brothers and sisters. Ernest, however, never played: he was too grown up. Her father often used to hunt them in and out of the field with his blackthorn stick; but usually little Keogh used to keep nix and call out when he saw her father coming. Still, they seemed to have been rather happy then. Her father was not so bad then; and besides, her mother was alive. That was a long time ago; she and her brothers and sisters were all grown up; her mother was dead. Everything changes. Now she was going away like the others, to leave her home. Home! She looked round the room, reviewing all its familiar objects which she had dusted once a week for so many years, wondering where on earth all the dust came from. She had consented to go away, to leave her home. Was that wise?

The writer suggests a collocation of joy and pastoral life. Which option is indicative of this?

There was a community feeling as children played together in the field.

Houses were made of red bricks.

The pavement was of concrete.

The area was dusty.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q28:

31st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

She sat at the window watching the evening invade the avenue. Her head was leaned against the window curtains and in her nostrils was the odour of dusty cretonne. She was tired. Few people passed. The man out of the last house passed on his way home: she heard his footsteps clacking along the concrete pavement and afterward crunching on the cinder path before the new red houses. One time there used to be a field there in which they used to play every evening with other people's children. Then a man from Belfast bought the field and built houses in it - not like their little brown houses but bright brick houses with shining roofs. The children of the avenue used to play together in that field - the Devines, the Walters, the Dunns, little Keogh the cripple, she and her brothers and sisters. Ernest, however, never played: he was too grown up. Her father often used to hunt them in and out of the field with his blackthorn stick; but usually little Keogh used to keep nix and call out when he saw her father coming. Still, they seemed to have been rather happy then. Her father was not so bad then; and besides, her mother was alive. That was a long time ago; she and her brothers and sisters were all grown up; her mother was dead. Everything changes. Now she was going away like the others, to leave her home. Home! She looked round the room, reviewing all its familiar objects which she had dusted once a week for so many years, wondering where on earth all the dust came from. She had consented to go away, to leave her home. Was that wise?

The protagonist reviewed the familiar objects in the room -

as she was going away for good.

and checked outside weather.

as they were now worn out and needed to be replaced.

and was tired of taking care of them.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q29:

31st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

She sat at the window watching the evening invade the avenue. Her head was leaned against the window curtains and in her nostrils was the odour of dusty cretonne. She was tired. Few people passed. The man out of the last house passed on his way home: she heard his footsteps clacking along the concrete pavement and afterward crunching on the cinder path before the new red houses. One time there used to be a field there in which they used to play every evening with other people's children. Then a man from Belfast bought the field and built houses in it - not like their little brown houses but bright brick houses with shining roofs. The children of the avenue used to play together in that field - the Devines, the Walters, the Dunns, little Keogh the cripple, she and her brothers and sisters. Ernest, however, never played: he was too grown up. Her father often used to hunt them in and out of the field with his blackthorn stick; but usually little Keogh used to keep nix and call out when he saw her father coming. Still, they seemed to have been rather happy then. Her father was not so bad then; and besides, her mother was alive. That was a long time ago; she and her brothers and sisters were all grown up; her mother was dead. Everything changes. Now she was going away like the others, to leave her home. Home! She looked round the room, reviewing all its familiar objects which she had dusted once a week for so many years, wondering where on earth all the dust came from. She had consented to go away, to leave her home. Was that wise?

The protagonist was having conflicting emotions as she :

dwelt at the monotony of her life.

had no friends to play with anymore.

had no family to fall back on.

wondered if leaving home was wise.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q30:

31st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

She sat at the window watching the evening invade the avenue. Her head was leaned against the window curtains and in her nostrils was the odour of dusty cretonne. She was tired. Few people passed. The man out of the last house passed on his way home: she heard his footsteps clacking along the concrete pavement and afterward crunching on the cinder path before the new red houses. One time there used to be a field there in which they used to play every evening with other people's children. Then a man from Belfast bought the field and built houses in it - not like their little brown houses but bright brick houses with shining roofs. The children of the avenue used to play together in that field - the Devines, the Walters, the Dunns, little Keogh the cripple, she and her brothers and sisters. Ernest, however, never played: he was too grown up. Her father often used to hunt them in and out of the field with his blackthorn stick; but usually little Keogh used to keep nix and call out when he saw her father coming. Still, they seemed to have been rather happy then. Her father was not so bad then; and besides, her mother was alive. That was a long time ago; she and her brothers and sisters were all grown up; her mother was dead. Everything changes. Now she was going away like the others, to leave her home. Home! She looked round the room, reviewing all its familiar objects which she had dusted once a week for so many years, wondering where on earth all the dust came from. She had consented to go away, to leave her home. Was that wise?

The children stopped playing in the field because-

they were all grown up.

their mother was dead.

somebody converted the field into residential colony.

somebody complained about them to their father.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q31:

31st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

During Reva's first year working with the romance tours in Ukraine, when bachelors asked her about her day job and she was in a rare mood to divulge, she'd frame what she did as a rescue mission. She was plucking endangered snails from their shrinking habitats and reviving their populations in captivity. One day, she'd reintroduced them into ecologically protected zones of which there were few, but Rome wasn't built in a day. She toured all around the country, including the self-proclaimed People's Republics of Donetsk and Luhansk, where the war puttered on. She evacuated survivors even if she didn't have room for them. She had vowed never to repeat one of her early mistakes: once, she'd chosen not to rescue the dozen Annilika severus from their ravine at the base of the Carpathians, but by the time she came back for them, new terrarium at the ready, the ravine had been filled by a mudslide. She never saw another Annilika severus snail again. And she witnessed just enough miracles to blind her with hope: two rare Tordionus bazilikae on an onion stalk sticking out of a dumpster, when she wasn't looking for them. Another time, a cluster of newborns at the edge of a military range. These early successes had to be signs- she was destined for this rescue mission. She and her charges would outpace environmental destruction. It wasn't impossible, after all. She'd steer her Noah's Ark to every nook and cranny of the country, no leaf unturned. "A dangerous thing, early success," a bachelor told her during one date, describing his own investment ventures. A jackpot in his early 20s had led him to believe in his own so-called instincts until he hit financial ruin. But Reva was hardly listening. Her interpreter had long ago wilted into her martini, and Reva's eyes were glued to the terrarium cam on her phone looking at her snails. These dates were but a sham to get the financially well-off bachelors to invest in her lab.

What miracle did the protagonist witness in the given passage?

She saw the ravine filled with a mudslide.

A cluster of newborn snails at the edge of a military range.

She saw her interpreter wilting into a martini.

An onion stalk sticking out of a dumpster.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q32:

31st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

During Reva's first year working with the romance tours in Ukraine, when bachelors asked her about her day job and she was in a rare mood to divulge, she'd frame what she did as a rescue mission. She was plucking endangered snails from their shrinking habitats and reviving their populations in captivity. One day, she'd reintroduced them into ecologically protected zones of which there were few, but Rome wasn't built in a day. She toured all around the country, including the self-proclaimed People's Republics of Donetsk and Luhansk, where the war puttered on. She evacuated survivors even if she didn't have room for them. She had vowed never to repeat one of her early mistakes: once, she'd chosen not to rescue the dozen Annilika severus from their ravine at the base of the Carpathians, but by the time she came back for them, new terrarium at the ready, the ravine had been filled by a mudslide. She never saw another Annilika severus snail again. And she witnessed just enough miracles to blind her with hope: two rare Tordionus bazilikae on an onion stalk sticking out of a dumpster, when she wasn't looking for them. Another time, a cluster of newborns at the edge of a military range. These early successes had to be signs- she was destined for this rescue mission. She and her charges would outpace environmental destruction. It wasn't impossible, after all. She'd steer her Noah's Ark to every nook and cranny of the country, no leaf unturned. "A dangerous thing, early success," a bachelor told her during one date, describing his own investment ventures. A jackpot in his early 20s had led him to believe in his own so-called instincts until he hit financial ruin. But Reva was hardly listening. Her interpreter had long ago wilted into her martini, and Reva's eyes were glued to the terrarium cam on her phone looking at her snails. These dates were but a sham to get the financially well-off bachelors to invest in her lab.

According to the passage, why did Reva gather endangered snails?

So she could give guided tours of the species to the tourists

So that she could transfer the snails to People's Republics of Donetsk and Luhansk

Because she was fond of collecting snails in her terrarium

In order to bolster their population in a controlled environment and thus save the species

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q33:

31st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

During Reva's first year working with the romance tours in Ukraine, when bachelors asked her about her day job and she was in a rare mood to divulge, she'd frame what she did as a rescue mission. She was plucking endangered snails from their shrinking habitats and reviving their populations in captivity. One day, she'd reintroduced them into ecologically protected zones of which there were few, but Rome wasn't built in a day. She toured all around the country, including the self-proclaimed People's Republics of Donetsk and Luhansk, where the war puttered on. She evacuated survivors even if she didn't have room for them. She had vowed never to repeat one of her early mistakes: once, she'd chosen not to rescue the dozen Annilika severus from their ravine at the base of the Carpathians, but by the time she came back for them, new terrarium at the ready, the ravine had been filled by a mudslide. She never saw another Annilika severus snail again. And she witnessed just enough miracles to blind her with hope: two rare Tordionus bazilikae on an onion stalk sticking out of a dumpster, when she wasn't looking for them. Another time, a cluster of newborns at the edge of a military range. These early successes had to be signs- she was destined for this rescue mission. She and her charges would outpace environmental destruction. It wasn't impossible, after all. She'd steer her Noah's Ark to every nook and cranny of the country, no leaf unturned. "A dangerous thing, early success," a bachelor told her during one date, describing his own investment ventures. A jackpot in his early 20s had led him to believe in his own so-called instincts until he hit financial ruin. But Reva was hardly listening. Her interpreter had long ago wilted into her martini, and Reva's eyes were glued to the terrarium cam on her phone looking at her snails. These dates were but a sham to get the financially well-off bachelors to invest in her lab.

Why did the protagonist evacuate survivors even though she was short on room?

Because snails do not require a large space to crawl around

Because she was guilty of endangering a snail species once when she waited for a new terrarium

Owing to local complains, she was trying to curb the snail population in the Carpathians

Because she desired to have the largest private snail collection in Ukraine

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q34:

31st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

During Reva's first year working with the romance tours in Ukraine, when bachelors asked her about her day job and she was in a rare mood to divulge, she'd frame what she did as a rescue mission. She was plucking endangered snails from their shrinking habitats and reviving their populations in captivity. One day, she'd reintroduced them into ecologically protected zones of which there were few, but Rome wasn't built in a day. She toured all around the country, including the self-proclaimed People's Republics of Donetsk and Luhansk, where the war puttered on. She evacuated survivors even if she didn't have room for them. She had vowed never to repeat one of her early mistakes: once, she'd chosen not to rescue the dozen Annilika severus from their ravine at the base of the Carpathians, but by the time she came back for them, new terrarium at the ready, the ravine had been filled by a mudslide. She never saw another Annilika severus snail again. And she witnessed just enough miracles to blind her with hope: two rare Tordionus bazilikae on an onion stalk sticking out of a dumpster, when she wasn't looking for them. Another time, a cluster of newborns at the edge of a military range. These early successes had to be signs- she was destined for this rescue mission. She and her charges would outpace environmental destruction. It wasn't impossible, after all. She'd steer her Noah's Ark to every nook and cranny of the country, no leaf unturned. "A dangerous thing, early success," a bachelor told her during one date, describing his own investment ventures. A jackpot in his early 20s had led him to believe in his own so-called instincts until he hit financial ruin. But Reva was hardly listening. Her interpreter had long ago wilted into her martini, and Reva's eyes were glued to the terrarium cam on her phone looking at her snails. These dates were but a sham to get the financially well-off bachelors to invest in her lab.

'Her interpreter had long ago wilted into her martini..' Choose the meaning of the given line from the passage:

She had lost interest in her companion

The snails had drowned in the drink.

The encouraging words of the companion energised her

Her interest in the snails wilted away.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q35:

31st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

During Reva's first year working with the romance tours in Ukraine, when bachelors asked her about her day job and she was in a rare mood to divulge, she'd frame what she did as a rescue mission. She was plucking endangered snails from their shrinking habitats and reviving their populations in captivity. One day, she'd reintroduced them into ecologically protected zones of which there were few, but Rome wasn't built in a day. She toured all around the country, including the self-proclaimed People's Republics of Donetsk and Luhansk, where the war puttered on. She evacuated survivors even if she didn't have room for them. She had vowed never to repeat one of her early mistakes: once, she'd chosen not to rescue the dozen Annilika severus from their ravine at the base of the Carpathians, but by the time she came back for them, new terrarium at the ready, the ravine had been filled by a mudslide. She never saw another Annilika severus snail again. And she witnessed just enough miracles to blind her with hope: two rare Tordionus bazilikae on an onion stalk sticking out of a dumpster, when she wasn't looking for them. Another time, a cluster of newborns at the edge of a military range. These early successes had to be signs- she was destined for this rescue mission. She and her charges would outpace environmental destruction. It wasn't impossible, after all. She'd steer her Noah's Ark to every nook and cranny of the country, no leaf unturned. "A dangerous thing, early success," a bachelor told her during one date, describing his own investment ventures. A jackpot in his early 20s had led him to believe in his own so-called instincts until he hit financial ruin. But Reva was hardly listening. Her interpreter had long ago wilted into her martini, and Reva's eyes were glued to the terrarium cam on her phone looking at her snails. These dates were but a sham to get the financially well-off bachelors to invest in her lab.

Find a word from the passage which is similar in meaning to 'false'

puttered

ravine

sham

ventures

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q36:

31st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

New York City's Central Park can feel like an untouched slice of nature in the heart of Manhattan, but every square foot of the 843-acre park was carefully planned and constructed. When New York legislators approved construction of a massive urban park in 1853—the first of its kind in the United States—they chose some of the least attractive land in the city. "It was junk land," says Cynthia Brenwall, a conservator at the New York Municipal Archives. "It was not nice, beautiful and hilly like it is now. It was rocky and full of bogs. There were gross tanneries and bone-boiling plants. It was attractive because it was easily attainable." The transformation of "junk land" into one of the most-visited and beloved parks in the world required one of the largest public works projects in 19th-century America. From 1857 to 1866, more than 20,000 labourers armed with pickaxes, carts and gunpowder removed and reworked nearly 7 million cubic feet of rock and soil to shape Central Park into the verdant work of public art it is today. From 1840 to 1850, the population of New York City grew from 327,000 to almost 600,000. The vast majority of New Yorkers still lived in the southern tip of Manhattan, but city planners predicted the growing metropolis would soon cover the whole island. If New York was going to be a world-class city at par with Paris and London, it needed an open green space like the Tuileries Garden or Hyde Park where residents could escape the noise and pollution of city life. "Poor New Yorkers who lived in tenements weren't going out into the country on the weekends," says Brenwall, author of The Central Park: Original Designs for New York's Greatest Treasure. "They didn't summer in the Hamptons. They worked six days a week and had one day to recuperate. Central Park was supposed to be a way to be out in the 'country' without leaving the city."

Which of the following statements is false according to the given passage?

Between 1857 and 1866, more than 20,000 laborers worked on what is now the New York Central Park.

The Central Park stretches over 843 acres.

The majority of New Yorkers lived in the junk yard which is now the Central Park.

Nearly 7 million cubic feet of rock and soil was shaped into the Park.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q37:

31st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

New York City's Central Park can feel like an untouched slice of nature in the heart of Manhattan, but every square foot of the 843-acre park was carefully planned and constructed. When New York legislators approved construction of a massive urban park in 1853—the first of its kind in the United States—they chose some of the least attractive land in the city. "It was junk land," says Cynthia Brenwall, a conservator at the New York Municipal Archives. "It was not nice, beautiful and hilly like it is now. It was rocky and full of bogs. There were gross tanneries and bone-boiling plants. It was attractive because it was easily attainable." The transformation of "junk land" into one of the most-visited and beloved parks in the world required one of the largest public works projects in 19th-century America. From 1857 to 1866, more than 20,000 labourers armed with pickaxes, carts and gunpowder removed and reworked nearly 7 million cubic feet of rock and soil to shape Central Park into the verdant work of public art it is today. From 1840 to 1850, the population of New York City grew from 327,000 to almost 600,000. The vast majority of New Yorkers still lived in the southern tip of Manhattan, but city planners predicted the growing metropolis would soon cover the whole island. If New York was going to be a world-class city at par with Paris and London, it needed an open green space like the Tuileries Garden or Hyde Park where residents could escape the noise and pollution of city life. "Poor New Yorkers who lived in tenements weren't going out into the country on the weekends," says Brenwall, author of The Central Park: Original Designs for New York's Greatest Treasure. "They didn't summer in the Hamptons. They worked six days a week and had one day to recuperate. Central Park was supposed to be a way to be out in the 'country' without leaving the city."

Which of the following is not implied by the statement "Central Park was supposed to be a way to be out in the 'country' without leaving the city."?

Central Park would provide New Yorkers a space to recuperate away from the noise and pollution after they had worked 6 days a week.

The park came as a solution for New Yorkers living in tenements who couldn't afford to go to the country.

Prior to the creation of the Central Park, the city didn't have a green space for its growing population.

All New Yorkers could afford to summer in the Hamptons.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q38:

31st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

New York City's Central Park can feel like an untouched slice of nature in the heart of Manhattan, but every square foot of the 843-acre park was carefully planned and constructed. When New York legislators approved construction of a massive urban park in 1853—the first of its kind in the United States—they chose some of the least attractive land in the city. "It was junk land," says Cynthia Brenwall, a conservator at the New York Municipal Archives. "It was not nice, beautiful and hilly like it is now. It was rocky and full of bogs. There were gross tanneries and bone-boiling plants. It was attractive because it was easily attainable." The transformation of "junk land" into one of the most-visited and beloved parks in the world required one of the largest public works projects in 19th-century America. From 1857 to 1866, more than 20,000 labourers armed with pickaxes, carts and gunpowder removed and reworked nearly 7 million cubic feet of rock and soil to shape Central Park into the verdant work of public art it is today. From 1840 to 1850, the population of New York City grew from 327,000 to almost 600,000. The vast majority of New Yorkers still lived in the southern tip of Manhattan, but city planners predicted the growing metropolis would soon cover the whole island. If New York was going to be a world-class city at par with Paris and London, it needed an open green space like the Tuileries Garden or Hyde Park where residents could escape the noise and pollution of city life. "Poor New Yorkers who lived in tenements weren't going out into the country on the weekends," says Brenwall, author of The Central Park: Original Designs for New York's Greatest Treasure. "They didn't summer in the Hamptons. They worked six days a week and had one day to recuperate. Central Park was supposed to be a way to be out in the 'country' without leaving the city."

Why was the land reserved for the Central Park in New York attractive to the legislators?

Because it was nice, beautiful and hilly.

Because the patch was easily attainable.

Because it was rocky and full of bogs.

Because it had a number of bone-boiling plants.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q39:

31st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

New York City's Central Park can feel like an untouched slice of nature in the heart of Manhattan, but every square foot of the 843-acre park was carefully planned and constructed. When New York legislators approved construction of a massive urban park in 1853—the first of its kind in the United States—they chose some of the least attractive land in the city. "It was junk land," says Cynthia Brenwall, a conservator at the New York Municipal Archives. "It was not nice, beautiful and hilly like it is now. It was rocky and full of bogs. There were gross tanneries and bone-boiling plants. It was attractive because it was easily attainable." The transformation of "junk land" into one of the most-visited and beloved parks in the world required one of the largest public works projects in 19th-century America. From 1857 to 1866, more than 20,000 labourers armed with pickaxes, carts and gunpowder removed and reworked nearly 7 million cubic feet of rock and soil to shape Central Park into the verdant work of public art it is today. From 1840 to 1850, the population of New York City grew from 327,000 to almost 600,000. The vast majority of New Yorkers still lived in the southern tip of Manhattan, but city planners predicted the growing metropolis would soon cover the whole island. If New York was going to be a world-class city at par with Paris and London, it needed an open green space like the Tuileries Garden or Hyde Park where residents could escape the noise and pollution of city life. "Poor New Yorkers who lived in tenements weren't going out into the country on the weekends," says Brenwall, author of The Central Park: Original Designs for New York's Greatest Treasure. "They didn't summer in the Hamptons. They worked six days a week and had one day to recuperate. Central Park was supposed to be a way to be out in the 'country' without leaving the city."

What is the meaning of the word "verdant" as used in the passage?

lush

hilly

dull

densely populated

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q40:

31st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

New York City's Central Park can feel like an untouched slice of nature in the heart of Manhattan, but every square foot of the 843-acre park was carefully planned and constructed. When New York legislators approved construction of a massive urban park in 1853—the first of its kind in the United States—they chose some of the least attractive land in the city. "It was junk land," says Cynthia Brenwall, a conservator at the New York Municipal Archives. "It was not nice, beautiful and hilly like it is now. It was rocky and full of bogs. There were gross tanneries and bone-boiling plants. It was attractive because it was easily attainable." The transformation of "junk land" into one of the most-visited and beloved parks in the world required one of the largest public works projects in 19th-century America. From 1857 to 1866, more than 20,000 labourers armed with pickaxes, carts and gunpowder removed and reworked nearly 7 million cubic feet of rock and soil to shape Central Park into the verdant work of public art it is today. From 1840 to 1850, the population of New York City grew from 327,000 to almost 600,000. The vast majority of New Yorkers still lived in the southern tip of Manhattan, but city planners predicted the growing metropolis would soon cover the whole island. If New York was going to be a world-class city at par with Paris and London, it needed an open green space like the Tuileries Garden or Hyde Park where residents could escape the noise and pollution of city life. "Poor New Yorkers who lived in tenements weren't going out into the country on the weekends," says Brenwall, author of The Central Park: Original Designs for New York's Greatest Treasure. "They didn't summer in the Hamptons. They worked six days a week and had one day to recuperate. Central Park was supposed to be a way to be out in the 'country' without leaving the city."

Which of the following apparatuses and equipment was not used to clear the Central Park?

Gunpowder

Pickaxes

Bone-boiling plants

Carts

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q41:

30th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Patience: Silent Rhythm Of Fulfilment. We live in an age where the world refreshes itself every few seconds. A click expects a result, a message expects a reply, and a thought expects an outcome—instantly. Patience, once revered as a virtue, now feels like an outdated app waiting to be deleted. Impatience wears the disguise of ambition. Quickness is applauded. This collective restlessness is not trivial. It is reshaping how we think, work, and even feel. We have become experts at beginning things and amateurs at staying with them. The moment something takes longer than expected—a career, a relationship, a skill, a spiritual practice—our attention drifts. We scroll away from discomfort. We move on before something has had a chance to mature. Etymologically, the word "patience" comes from the Latin "patientia", which means 'suffering' or 'enduring'. But its philosophical significance has always been closer to fulfilment than to suffering. Patience is not merely the ability to wait; it is the ability to inhabit the waiting fully. It is not about standing still while tapping your foot. It is about becoming quite enough to notice the unfolding of the moment itself. When we act with impatience, our focus is consumed by the result. We perform the act like a courier delivering a package—hurriedly, impersonally, eager to be done. Patience, on the other hand, allows us to savor the process. A musician who practices slowly, a potter who waits for the clay to set, a gardener who tends to saplings through changing seasons—they all know that the real joy is not in the applause, the sale, or the bloom. It is in the act of becoming one with the process. In a world with shrinking attention spans, patience is a form of resistance. It is not passive resignation; it is active trust. To stay with a question before rushing to answer it. To keep showing up even when there's no applause. To water the seed even when there is no sign of green.

Find out the word from the passage that is similar in meaning to the word:- **Patience:**

enduring

Standing Still

Simply waiting

Ignoring

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q42:

30th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Patience: Silent Rhythm Of Fulfilment. We live in an age where the world refreshes itself every few seconds. A click expects a result, a message expects a reply, and a thought expects an outcome—instantly. Patience, once revered as a virtue, now feels like an outdated app waiting to be deleted. Impatience wears the disguise of ambition. Quickness is applauded. This collective restlessness is not trivial. It is reshaping how we think, work, and even feel. We have become experts at beginning things and amateurs at staying with them. The moment something takes longer than expected—a career, a relationship, a skill, a spiritual practice—our attention drifts. We scroll away from discomfort. We move on before something has had a chance to mature. Etymologically, the word "patience" comes from the Latin "patientia", which means 'suffering' or 'enduring'. But its philosophical significance has always been closer to fulfilment than to suffering. Patience is not merely the ability to wait; it is the ability to inhabit the waiting fully. It is not about standing still while tapping your foot. It is about becoming quite enough to notice the unfolding of the moment itself. When we act with impatience, our focus is consumed by the result. We perform the act like a courier delivering a package—hurriedly, impersonally, eager to be done. Patience, on the other hand, allows us to savor the process. A musician who practices slowly, a potter who waits for the clay to set, a gardener who tends to saplings through changing seasons—they all know that the real joy is not in the applause, the sale, or the bloom. It is in the act of becoming one with the process. In a world with shrinking attention spans, patience is a form of resistance. It is not passive resignation; it is active trust. To stay with a question before rushing to answer it. To keep showing up even when there's no applause. To water the seed even when there is no sign of green.

In today's world, with a shrinking attention span, patience is not_______________.

Active trust.

Passive Resignation

A form of resistance

A quick response

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q43:

30th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Patience: Silent Rhythm Of Fulfilment. We live in an age where the world refreshes itself every few seconds. A click expects a result, a message expects a reply, and a thought expects an outcome—instantly. Patience, once revered as a virtue, now feels like an outdated app waiting to be deleted. Impatience wears the disguise of ambition. Quickness is applauded. This collective restlessness is not trivial. It is reshaping how we think, work, and even feel. We have become experts at beginning things and amateurs at staying with them. The moment something takes longer than expected—a career, a relationship, a skill, a spiritual practice—our attention drifts. We scroll away from discomfort. We move on before something has had a chance to mature. Etymologically, the word "patience" comes from the Latin "patientia", which means 'suffering' or 'enduring'. But its philosophical significance has always been closer to fulfilment than to suffering. Patience is not merely the ability to wait; it is the ability to inhabit the waiting fully. It is not about standing still while tapping your foot. It is about becoming quite enough to notice the unfolding of the moment itself. When we act with impatience, our focus is consumed by the result. We perform the act like a courier delivering a package—hurriedly, impersonally, eager to be done. Patience, on the other hand, allows us to savor the process. A musician who practices slowly, a potter who waits for the clay to set, a gardener who tends to saplings through changing seasons—they all know that the real joy is not in the applause, the sale, or the bloom. It is in the act of becoming one with the process. In a world with shrinking attention spans, patience is a form of resistance. It is not passive resignation; it is active trust. To stay with a question before rushing to answer it. To keep showing up even when there's no applause. To water the seed even when there is no sign of green.

Select the most appropriate answer from the given options:- "Patience, on the other hand, allows us to **savour** the process." The underlined word **savour** refers to the act of-----

relishing the journey rather than the destination.

disliking the journey rather than the destination.

receiving applause rather than criticism.

performing the task rather than imagining it.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q44:

30th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Patience: Silent Rhythm Of Fulfilment. We live in an age where the world refreshes itself every few seconds. A click expects a result, a message expects a reply, and a thought expects an outcome—instantly. Patience, once revered as a virtue, now feels like an outdated app waiting to be deleted. Impatience wears the disguise of ambition. Quickness is applauded. This collective restlessness is not trivial. It is reshaping how we think, work, and even feel. We have become experts at beginning things and amateurs at staying with them. The moment something takes longer than expected—a career, a relationship, a skill, a spiritual practice—our attention drifts. We scroll away from discomfort. We move on before something has had a chance to mature. Etymologically, the word "patience" comes from the Latin "patientia", which means 'suffering' or 'enduring'. But its philosophical significance has always been closer to fulfilment than to suffering. Patience is not merely the ability to wait; it is the ability to inhabit the waiting fully. It is not about standing still while tapping your foot. It is about becoming quite enough to notice the unfolding of the moment itself. When we act with impatience, our focus is consumed by the result. We perform the act like a courier delivering a package—hurriedly, impersonally, eager to be done. Patience, on the other hand, allows us to savor the process. A musician who practices slowly, a potter who waits for the clay to set, a gardener who tends to saplings through changing seasons—they all know that the real joy is not in the applause, the sale, or the bloom. It is in the act of becoming one with the process. In a world with shrinking attention spans, patience is a form of resistance. It is not passive resignation; it is active trust. To stay with a question before rushing to answer it. To keep showing up even when there's no applause. To water the seed even when there is no sign of green.

Choose the correct option to complete the following sentence. This collective restlessness is significant as it implies____.

ability to concentrate more on the tasks.

adhering to our responsibilities and commitments.

acceptance to remain there in discomfort too.

inability to allow for natural evolution.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q45:

30th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Patience: Silent Rhythm Of Fulfilment. We live in an age where the world refreshes itself every few seconds. A click expects a result, a message expects a reply, and a thought expects an outcome—instantly. Patience, once revered as a virtue, now feels like an outdated app waiting to be deleted. Impatience wears the disguise of ambition. Quickness is applauded. This collective restlessness is not trivial. It is reshaping how we think, work, and even feel. We have become experts at beginning things and amateurs at staying with them. The moment something takes longer than expected—a career, a relationship, a skill, a spiritual practice—our attention drifts. We scroll away from discomfort. We move on before something has had a chance to mature. Etymologically, the word "patience" comes from the Latin "patientia", which means 'suffering' or 'enduring'. But its philosophical significance has always been closer to fulfilment than to suffering. Patience is not merely the ability to wait; it is the ability to inhabit the waiting fully. It is not about standing still while tapping your foot. It is about becoming quite enough to notice the unfolding of the moment itself. When we act with impatience, our focus is consumed by the result. We perform the act like a courier delivering a package—hurriedly, impersonally, eager to be done. Patience, on the other hand, allows us to savor the process. A musician who practices slowly, a potter who waits for the clay to set, a gardener who tends to saplings through changing seasons—they all know that the real joy is not in the applause, the sale, or the bloom. It is in the act of becoming one with the process. In a world with shrinking attention spans, patience is a form of resistance. It is not passive resignation; it is active trust. To stay with a question before rushing to answer it. To keep showing up even when there's no applause. To water the seed even when there is no sign of green.

Complete the sentence with the suitable word from the options:- According to the passage in the present age, the quality of patience in human beings is a-----

Virtue

High Quality

Weakness

Strength

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q46:

30th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the five questions that follow. I caught sight of her at the play, and, in answer to her beckoning, I went over during the interval and sat down beside her. It was long since I had last seen her and if someone had not mentioned her name I hardly think I would have recognised her. She addressed me brightly. 'Well, it's many years since we first met. How time does fly! We're none of us getting any younger. Do you remember the first time I saw you? You asked me to luncheon.' Did I remember? It was twenty years ago and I was living in Paris. I had a tiny apartment in the Latin quarter overlooking a cemetery and I was earning barely enough money to keep body and soul together. She had read a book of mine and had written to me about it. I answered, thanking her, and presently I received from her another letter saying that she was passing through Paris and would like to have a chat with me; but her time was limited and the only free moment she had was on the following Thursday and would I give her a little luncheon at Foyot's afterwards? Foyot's is a restaurant at which the French senators eat and it was so far beyond my means that I never even thought of going there. But I was flattered and I was too young to have learned to say no to a woman. Few men, I may add, learn this untill they are too old to make it of any consequence to a woman what they say. I had eighty francs to last me the rest of the month, and a modest luncheon should not cost more than fifteen. If I cut out coffee for the next two weeks I could manage well enough.

The narrator is a/an__________.

theatre artist

writer

painter

accountant

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q47:

30th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the given passage and answer the five questions that follow. I caught sight of her at the play, and, in answer to her beckoning, I went over during the interval and sat down beside her. It was long since I had last seen her and if someone had not mentioned her name I hardly think I would have recognised her. She addressed me brightly. 'Well, it's many years since we first met. How time does fly! We're none of us getting any younger. Do you remember the first time I saw you? You asked me to luncheon.' Did I remember? It was twenty years ago and I was living in Paris. I had a tiny apartment in the Latin quarter overlooking a cemetery and I was earning barely enough money to keep body and soul together. She had read a book of mine and had written to me about it. I answered, thanking her, and presently I received from her another letter saying that she was passing through Paris and would like to have a chat with me; but her time was limited and the only free moment she had was on the following Thursday and would I give her a little luncheon at Foyot's afterwards? Foyot's is a restaurant at which the French senators eat and it was so far beyond my means that I never even thought of going there. But I was flattered and I was too young to have learned to say no to a woman. Few men, I may add, learn this untill they are too old to make it of any consequence to a woman what they say. I had eighty francs to last me the rest of the month, and a modest luncheon should not cost more than fifteen. If I cut out coffee for the next two weeks I could manage well enough.

The narrator appears to be _________ about money matters.

ignorant

fastidious

intrigued

complacent

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q48:

30th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the five questions that follow. I caught sight of her at the play, and, in answer to her beckoning, I went over during the interval and sat down beside her. It was long since I had last seen her and if someone had not mentioned her name I hardly think I would have recognised her. She addressed me brightly. 'Well, it's many years since we first met. How time does fly! We're none of us getting any younger. Do you remember the first time I saw you? You asked me to luncheon.' Did I remember? It was twenty years ago and I was living in Paris. I had a tiny apartment in the Latin quarter overlooking a cemetery and I was earning barely enough money to keep body and soul together. She had read a book of mine and had written to me about it. I answered, thanking her, and presently I received from her another letter saying that she was passing through Paris and would like to have a chat with me; but her time was limited and the only free moment she had was on the following Thursday and would I give her a little luncheon at Foyot's afterwards? Foyot's is a restaurant at which the French senators eat and it was so far beyond my means that I never even thought of going there. But I was flattered and I was too young to have learned to say no to a woman. Few men, I may add, learn this untill they are too old to make it of any consequence to a woman what they say. I had eighty francs to last me the rest of the month, and a modest luncheon should not cost more than fifteen. If I cut out coffee for the next two weeks I could manage well enough.

Foyot's was a/an _________ restaurant. .

fast food

relatively unknown

expensive

inexpensive

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q49:

30th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the five questions that follow. I caught sight of her at the play, and, in answer to her beckoning, I went over during the interval and sat down beside her. It was long since I had last seen her and if someone had not mentioned her name I hardly think I would have recognised her. She addressed me brightly. 'Well, it's many years since we first met. How time does fly! We're none of us getting any younger. Do you remember the first time I saw you? You asked me to luncheon.' Did I remember? It was twenty years ago and I was living in Paris. I had a tiny apartment in the Latin quarter overlooking a cemetery and I was earning barely enough money to keep body and soul together. She had read a book of mine and had written to me about it. I answered, thanking her, and presently I received from her another letter saying that she was passing through Paris and would like to have a chat with me; but her time was limited and the only free moment she had was on the following Thursday and would I give her a little luncheon at Foyot's afterwards? Foyot's is a restaurant at which the French senators eat and it was so far beyond my means that I never even thought of going there. But I was flattered and I was too young to have learned to say no to a woman. Few men, I may add, learn this untill they are too old to make it of any consequence to a woman what they say. I had eighty francs to last me the rest of the month, and a modest luncheon should not cost more than fifteen. If I cut out coffee for the next two weeks I could manage well enough.

The narrator is all of the following **except:**

sadist

friendly

middle-aged

ingratiating

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q50:

30th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the given passage and answer the five questions that follow. I caught sight of her at the play, and, in answer to her beckoning, I went over during the interval and sat down beside her. It was long since I had last seen her and if someone had not mentioned her name I hardly think I would have recognised her. She addressed me brightly. 'Well, it's many years since we first met. How time does fly! We're none of us getting any younger. Do you remember the first time I saw you? You asked me to luncheon.' Did I remember? It was twenty years ago and I was living in Paris. I had a tiny apartment in the Latin quarter overlooking a cemetery and I was earning barely enough money to keep body and soul together. She had read a book of mine and had written to me about it. I answered, thanking her, and presently I received from her another letter saying that she was passing through Paris and would like to have a chat with me; but her time was limited and the only free moment she had was on the following Thursday and would I give her a little luncheon at Foyot's afterwards? Foyot's is a restaurant at which the French senators eat and it was so far beyond my means that I never even thought of going there. But I was flattered and I was too young to have learned to say no to a woman. Few men, I may add, learn this untill they are too old to make it of any consequence to a woman what they say. I had eighty francs to last me the rest of the month, and a modest luncheon should not cost more than fifteen. If I cut out coffee for the next two weeks I could manage well enough.

To 'keep body and soul together' means:

to be ubable to help one's family

to be unable to buy a house

to keep from starving

to be unable to educate one's children

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q51:

30th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Roving has always been, and still is, my ruling passion, the joy of my heart, the very sunshine of my existence. In childhood, in boyhood, and in adulthood, I have been a rover; not a mere rambler among the woody glens and upon the hill-tops of my own native land, but an enthusiastic rover throughout the length and breadth of the wide, wide world. It was a wild, black night of howling storm, the night on which I was born on the foaming bosom of the broad Atlantic Ocean. My father was a sea captain; my grandfather was a marine. Nobody could tell positively what occupation his father had followed; but my dear mother used to assert that he had been a midshipman, whose grandfather, on mother's side, had been an admiral in the Royal Navy. At any rate, we knew that, as far back as our family could be traced, it had been intimately connected with the great watery waste. Indeed, this was the case on both sides of the house; for my mother always went to sea with my father on his long voyages, and so spent the greater part of her life upon the water. Thus, it was, I suppose, that I came to inherit a roving disposition. Soon after I was born, my father, being old, retired from a seafaring life, purchased a small cottage in a fishing village on the west coast of England, and settled down to spend the evening of his life on the shores of the sea which had for so many years been his home. It was not long after this that I began to show the roving spirit that dwelt within me.

The antonym of howling is:

bellowing

baying

murmuring

shrieking

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q52:

30th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Roving has always been, and still is, my ruling passion, the joy of my heart, the very sunshine of my existence. In childhood, in boyhood, and in adulthood, I have been a rover; not a mere rambler among the woody glens and upon the hill-tops of my own native land, but an enthusiastic rover throughout the length and breadth of the wide, wide world. It was a wild, black night of howling storm, the night on which I was born on the foaming bosom of the broad Atlantic Ocean. My father was a sea captain; my grandfather was a marine. Nobody could tell positively what occupation his father had followed; but my dear mother used to assert that he had been a midshipman, whose grandfather, on mother's side, had been an admiral in the Royal Navy. At any rate, we knew that, as far back as our family could be traced, it had been intimately connected with the great watery waste. Indeed, this was the case on both sides of the house; for my mother always went to sea with my father on his long voyages, and so spent the greater part of her life upon the water. Thus, it was, I suppose, that I came to inherit a roving disposition. Soon after I was born, my father, being old, retired from a seafaring life, purchased a small cottage in a fishing village on the west coast of England, and settled down to spend the evening of his life on the shores of the sea which had for so many years been his home. It was not long after this that I began to show the roving spirit that dwelt within me.

All the following factors, BUT this, contributed to the narrator becoming an ardent rover.

lived in a fishing village

was frequently rewarded for his roving skill

has inherited a roving disposition

was born in the bosom of the ocean

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q53:

30th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Roving has always been, and still is, my ruling passion, the joy of my heart, the very sunshine of my existence. In childhood, in boyhood, and in adulthood, I have been a rover; not a mere rambler among the woody glens and upon the hill-tops of my own native land, but an enthusiastic rover throughout the length and breadth of the wide, wide world. It was a wild, black night of howling storm, the night on which I was born on the foaming bosom of the broad Atlantic Ocean. My father was a sea captain; my grandfather was a marine. Nobody could tell positively what occupation his father had followed; but my dear mother used to assert that he had been a midshipman, whose grandfather, on mother's side, had been an admiral in the Royal Navy. At any rate, we knew that, as far back as our family could be traced, it had been intimately connected with the great watery waste. Indeed, this was the case on both sides of the house; for my mother always went to sea with my father on his long voyages, and so spent the greater part of her life upon the water. Thus, it was, I suppose, that I came to inherit a roving disposition. Soon after I was born, my father, being old, retired from a seafaring life, purchased a small cottage in a fishing village on the west coast of England, and settled down to spend the evening of his life on the shores of the sea which had for so many years been his home. It was not long after this that I began to show the roving spirit that dwelt within me.

The writer's family tree is not inclusive of reference to his_________.

father

mother

grandfather

brother

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q54:

30th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Roving has always been, and still is, my ruling passion, the joy of my heart, the very sunshine of my existence. In childhood, in boyhood, and in adulthood, I have been a rover; not a mere rambler among the woody glens and upon the hill-tops of my own native land, but an enthusiastic rover throughout the length and breadth of the wide, wide world. It was a wild, black night of howling storm, the night on which I was born on the foaming bosom of the broad Atlantic Ocean. My father was a sea captain; my grandfather was a marine. Nobody could tell positively what occupation his father had followed; but my dear mother used to assert that he had been a midshipman, whose grandfather, on mother's side, had been an admiral in the Royal Navy. At any rate, we knew that, as far back as our family could be traced, it had been intimately connected with the great watery waste. Indeed, this was the case on both sides of the house; for my mother always went to sea with my father on his long voyages, and so spent the greater part of her life upon the water. Thus, it was, I suppose, that I came to inherit a roving disposition. Soon after I was born, my father, being old, retired from a seafaring life, purchased a small cottage in a fishing village on the west coast of England, and settled down to spend the evening of his life on the shores of the sea which had for so many years been his home. It was not long after this that I began to show the roving spirit that dwelt within me.

The writer's predominant mood in the opening paragraph is marked by_________.

exuberance

apathy

pessimism

sarcasm

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q55:

30th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Roving has always been, and still is, my ruling passion, the joy of my heart, the very sunshine of my existence. In childhood, in boyhood, and in adulthood, I have been a rover; not a mere rambler among the woody glens and upon the hill-tops of my own native land, but an enthusiastic rover throughout the length and breadth of the wide, wide world. It was a wild, black night of howling storm, the night on which I was born on the foaming bosom of the broad Atlantic Ocean. My father was a sea captain; my grandfather was a marine. Nobody could tell positively what occupation his father had followed; but my dear mother used to assert that he had been a midshipman, whose grandfather, on mother's side, had been an admiral in the Royal Navy. At any rate, we knew that, as far back as our family could be traced, it had been intimately connected with the great watery waste. Indeed, this was the case on both sides of the house; for my mother always went to sea with my father on his long voyages, and so spent the greater part of her life upon the water. Thus, it was, I suppose, that I came to inherit a roving disposition. Soon after I was born, my father, being old, retired from a seafaring life, purchased a small cottage in a fishing village on the west coast of England, and settled down to spend the evening of his life on the shores of the sea which had for so many years been his home. It was not long after this that I began to show the roving spirit that dwelt within me.

Select the phrase from the passage that means consuming.

seafaring life

howling storm

foaming bosom

ruling passion

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q56:

30th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Who among us has not enjoyed the transient pleasures of a little sugar? A bite of biscuit, a slice of cake, even the simple act of stirring sugar into a cup of something warm—all these constitute a deeply individual moment, a tiny space of solitude in the hectic race of humanity. Worldwide, people enjoy a sugar rush, which they hope ,will pass. The global consumption of sugar crossed 178 million metric tons in 2024—but, in fact, the impact of sugar and its sibling, chocolate, stays with us forever. Sugar's planetary history is remarkable. From being a locally grown product, it has expanded to 65 million acres worldwide; a dozen countries use more than 25% of their arable land to grow it. Alongside cattle ranching, 80% of the Amazon rainforest has been cut down for growing sugarcane. Once planted, it takes 25 gallons of water to produce one pound of cane sugar—that's a mind-boggling 34 liters per teaspoon. Meanwhile, the global chocolate market has caused the deforestation of vast stretches worldwide; cocoa decimated 2.3 million hectares just between 2001 and 2015. These industries further emit greenhouse gases, warming air and releasing chemicals into land and water, harming ecology and species. Alongside, sugar and chocolate have bitter social histories. Both stem from pasts of enslavement; their global boom shows colonialism gleaming in shiny wrappers of business. These transplanted entire families—in a bitter-sweet twist, the ancestors of V.S. Naipaul, the Indian-origin writer, were taken as indentured labour from Uttar Pradesh to Trinidad to grow sugar. Helpless child labourers still work in cocoa farms, spraying pesticides and carrying sacks of goodies. Ironically, commodities which harm earth and vulnerable communities ultimately catch up with everybody—many of the world's deadliest diseases, diabetes to cardiovascular illness, come from these.

The 'global boom' in the sugar and chocolate market is evident as:---

the land under sugarcane production is increasing at a rapid rate.

it provides bits of solitude in an otherwise hectic life.

it has a bitter social history.

the goodies come packed in shiny wrappers.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q57:

30th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Who among us has not enjoyed the transient pleasures of a little sugar? A bite of biscuit, a slice of cake, even the simple act of stirring sugar into a cup of something warm—all these constitute a deeply individual moment, a tiny space of solitude in the hectic race of humanity. Worldwide, people enjoy a sugar rush, which they hope ,will pass. The global consumption of sugar crossed 178 million metric tons in 2024—but, in fact, the impact of sugar and its sibling, chocolate, stays with us forever. Sugar's planetary history is remarkable. From being a locally grown product, it has expanded to 65 million acres worldwide; a dozen countries use more than 25% of their arable land to grow it. Alongside cattle ranching, 80% of the Amazon rainforest has been cut down for growing sugarcane. Once planted, it takes 25 gallons of water to produce one pound of cane sugar—that's a mind-boggling 34 liters per teaspoon. Meanwhile, the global chocolate market has caused the deforestation of vast stretches worldwide; cocoa decimated 2.3 million hectares just between 2001 and 2015. These industries further emit greenhouse gases, warming air and releasing chemicals into land and water, harming ecology and species. Alongside, sugar and chocolate have bitter social histories. Both stem from pasts of enslavement; their global boom shows colonialism gleaming in shiny wrappers of business. These transplanted entire families—in a bitter-sweet twist, the ancestors of V.S. Naipaul, the Indian-origin writer, were taken as indentured labour from Uttar Pradesh to Trinidad to grow sugar. Helpless child labourers still work in cocoa farms, spraying pesticides and carrying sacks of goodies. Ironically, commodities which harm earth and vulnerable communities ultimately catch up with everybody—many of the world's deadliest diseases, diabetes to cardiovascular illness, come from these.

In spite of all the advice most people are still fond of sweets as-

they are very enjoyable

they warm your being with their lingering taste

they make you healthy

they improve one's lifestyle

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q58:

30th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Who among us has not enjoyed the transient pleasures of a little sugar? A bite of biscuit, a slice of cake, even the simple act of stirring sugar into a cup of something warm—all these constitute a deeply individual moment, a tiny space of solitude in the hectic race of humanity. Worldwide, people enjoy a sugar rush, which they hope ,will pass. The global consumption of sugar crossed 178 million metric tons in 2024—but, in fact, the impact of sugar and its sibling, chocolate, stays with us forever. Sugar's planetary history is remarkable. From being a locally grown product, it has expanded to 65 million acres worldwide; a dozen countries use more than 25% of their arable land to grow it. Alongside cattle ranching, 80% of the Amazon rainforest has been cut down for growing sugarcane. Once planted, it takes 25 gallons of water to produce one pound of cane sugar—that's a mind-boggling 34 liters per teaspoon. Meanwhile, the global chocolate market has caused the deforestation of vast stretches worldwide; cocoa decimated 2.3 million hectares just between 2001 and 2015. These industries further emit greenhouse gases, warming air and releasing chemicals into land and water, harming ecology and species. Alongside, sugar and chocolate have bitter social histories. Both stem from pasts of enslavement; their global boom shows colonialism gleaming in shiny wrappers of business. These transplanted entire families—in a bitter-sweet twist, the ancestors of V.S. Naipaul, the Indian-origin writer, were taken as indentured labour from Uttar Pradesh to Trinidad to grow sugar. Helpless child labourers still work in cocoa farms, spraying pesticides and carrying sacks of goodies. Ironically, commodities which harm earth and vulnerable communities ultimately catch up with everybody—many of the world's deadliest diseases, diabetes to cardiovascular illness, come from these.

By giving glaring facts in the second paragraph the author is trying to-

persuade us to grow sugar.

highlight the ecological responsibility of the big industries.

show how much effort goes into growing sugar.

highlight the ecological fall out .

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q59:

30th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Who among us has not enjoyed the transient pleasures of a little sugar? A bite of biscuit, a slice of cake, even the simple act of stirring sugar into a cup of something warm—all these constitute a deeply individual moment, a tiny space of solitude in the hectic race of humanity. Worldwide, people enjoy a sugar rush, which they hope ,will pass. The global consumption of sugar crossed 178 million metric tons in 2024—but, in fact, the impact of sugar and its sibling, chocolate, stays with us forever. Sugar's planetary history is remarkable. From being a locally grown product, it has expanded to 65 million acres worldwide; a dozen countries use more than 25% of their arable land to grow it. Alongside cattle ranching, 80% of the Amazon rainforest has been cut down for growing sugarcane. Once planted, it takes 25 gallons of water to produce one pound of cane sugar—that's a mind-boggling 34 liters per teaspoon. Meanwhile, the global chocolate market has caused the deforestation of vast stretches worldwide; cocoa decimated 2.3 million hectares just between 2001 and 2015. These industries further emit greenhouse gases, warming air and releasing chemicals into land and water, harming ecology and species. Alongside, sugar and chocolate have bitter social histories. Both stem from pasts of enslavement; their global boom shows colonialism gleaming in shiny wrappers of business. These transplanted entire families—in a bitter-sweet twist, the ancestors of V.S. Naipaul, the Indian-origin writer, were taken as indentured labour from Uttar Pradesh to Trinidad to grow sugar. Helpless child labourers still work in cocoa farms, spraying pesticides and carrying sacks of goodies. Ironically, commodities which harm earth and vulnerable communities ultimately catch up with everybody—many of the world's deadliest diseases, diabetes to cardiovascular illness, come from these.

'Sugar and chocolate are more bitter than sweet.' Which of the following reason does not subscribe to the above statement?

They lead to child labour.

They lead to enslavement.

They give pleasure.

They result in dangerous diseases.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q60:

30th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Who among us has not enjoyed the transient pleasures of a little sugar? A bite of biscuit, a slice of cake, even the simple act of stirring sugar into a cup of something warm—all these constitute a deeply individual moment, a tiny space of solitude in the hectic race of humanity. Worldwide, people enjoy a sugar rush, which they hope ,will pass. The global consumption of sugar crossed 178 million metric tons in 2024—but, in fact, the impact of sugar and its sibling, chocolate, stays with us forever. Sugar's planetary history is remarkable. From being a locally grown product, it has expanded to 65 million acres worldwide; a dozen countries use more than 25% of their arable land to grow it. Alongside cattle ranching, 80% of the Amazon rainforest has been cut down for growing sugarcane. Once planted, it takes 25 gallons of water to produce one pound of cane sugar—that's a mind-boggling 34 liters per teaspoon. Meanwhile, the global chocolate market has caused the deforestation of vast stretches worldwide; cocoa decimated 2.3 million hectares just between 2001 and 2015. These industries further emit greenhouse gases, warming air and releasing chemicals into land and water, harming ecology and species. Alongside, sugar and chocolate have bitter social histories. Both stem from pasts of enslavement; their global boom shows colonialism gleaming in shiny wrappers of business. These transplanted entire families—in a bitter-sweet twist, the ancestors of V.S. Naipaul, the Indian-origin writer, were taken as indentured labour from Uttar Pradesh to Trinidad to grow sugar. Helpless child labourers still work in cocoa farms, spraying pesticides and carrying sacks of goodies. Ironically, commodities which harm earth and vulnerable communities ultimately catch up with everybody—many of the world's deadliest diseases, diabetes to cardiovascular illness, come from these.

As per the passage the sugar rush 'passes' but the effects of sugar stay with us 'forever'. The writer means that:

Even transient pleasures must be partaken.

Sugar rises and falls in the blood stream.

Love for sugar is universal.

Sugar consumption is a bitter pill with veiled but serious side effects.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q61:

29th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The history of Deccani miniature painting can largely be constructed from the late sixteenth century until the 1680s — the time when the Mughals conquered the Deccan. The Deccani style of painting has been in Indo-Persian art for a long time. It was considered to be Middle Eastern, Safavid, Persian, Turkish and even Mughal in origin. Art historians acknowledged its uniqueness but failed to recognise it as a full-fledged school which was sustained by a class of rulers, who had their peculiar political and cultural vision. They hired and nurtured artists and commissioned works that enhanced their artistic sensibilities and specific requirements of governance in their kingdoms. The art of portraiture and representation of historical and religious figures are seen elsewhere in other contemporary schools of painting. Mughal portraiture, in this sense, was not wholly unique as we see such artistic inclinations in the Safavid and Ottoman Schools of Painting. The highly documentary nature of portraits is a singularly unique development seen extensively in Asian Islamic art as also in Mughal art in India. The kingdoms of Bijapur, Golconda and Ahmadnagar developed highly sophisticated and distinct schools of court painting. Its unique sensuality and intense colours have a strong affinity to regional aesthetics. The school preferred dense composition and created an aura of romance, which invariably expressed itself in an idiom that was eloquently natural and vivid. The earliest examples of Deccani painting can be found in a volume of poems celebrating the reign of Hussain Nizam Shah of Ahmednagar, and while the twelve miniatures that depict battle scenes are of no artistic interest, those depicting the queen and her marriage delight us with gorgeous colours and sensuous lines. The woman represented in it belongs to the northern tradition of pre-Mughal painting, which was flourishing especially in Malwa and Ahmednagar during this time. The women wear a modified northern costume with a choli (bodice) and long braided pigtails; only a long scarf passing around the hips in a Southern fashion.

Which statement supports the premise that the influence of the region creeped into the Deccani paintings?

The Mughal conquest of the Deccan significantly influenced the culture of the Deccan, which was reflected in the painting style.

The Deccan schools created an aura of romance and intrigue by introducing foreign costumes.

The pre-Mughal painting, which was flourishing especially in Malwa and Ahmednagar during this time depicted women wearing a modified northern costume with a choli (bodice) and long braided pigtails; only a long scarf passing around the hips in a Southern fashion.

The northern tradition of pre-Mughal painting flourished in Malwa and Ahmednagar at that time, which influenced the idiom of expression and style.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q62:

29th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The history of Deccani miniature painting can largely be constructed from the late sixteenth century until the 1680s — the time when the Mughals conquered the Deccan. The Deccani style of painting has been in Indo-Persian art for a long time. It was considered to be Middle Eastern, Safavid, Persian, Turkish and even Mughal in origin. Art historians acknowledged its uniqueness but failed to recognise it as a full-fledged school which was sustained by a class of rulers, who had their peculiar political and cultural vision. They hired and nurtured artists and commissioned works that enhanced their artistic sensibilities and specific requirements of governance in their kingdoms. The art of portraiture and representation of historical and religious figures are seen elsewhere in other contemporary schools of painting. Mughal portraiture, in this sense, was not wholly unique as we see such artistic inclinations in the Safavid and Ottoman Schools of Painting. The highly documentary nature of portraits is a singularly unique development seen extensively in Asian Islamic art as also in Mughal art in India. The kingdoms of Bijapur, Golconda and Ahmadnagar developed highly sophisticated and distinct schools of court painting. Its unique sensuality and intense colours have a strong affinity to regional aesthetics. The school preferred dense composition and created an aura of romance, which invariably expressed itself in an idiom that was eloquently natural and vivid. The earliest examples of Deccani painting can be found in a volume of poems celebrating the reign of Hussain Nizam Shah of Ahmednagar, and while the twelve miniatures that depict battle scenes are of no artistic interest, those depicting the queen and her marriage delight us with gorgeous colours and sensuous lines. The woman represented in it belongs to the northern tradition of pre-Mughal painting, which was flourishing especially in Malwa and Ahmednagar during this time. The women wear a modified northern costume with a choli (bodice) and long braided pigtails; only a long scarf passing around the hips in a Southern fashion.

According to the passage, what is a unique development of Asian Islamic and Mughal art that is not seen elsewhere?

The dense composition of paintings that create an aura of romance

Portraits of historical and religious figures

The documentary nature of portraits

Use of intense colours and indigenous aesthetics

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q63:

29th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

The history of Deccani miniature painting can largely be constructed from the late sixteenth century until the 1680s — the time when the Mughals conquered the Deccan. The Deccani style of painting has been in Indo-Persian art for a long time. It was considered to be Middle Eastern, Safavid, Persian, Turkish and even Mughal in origin. Art historians acknowledged its uniqueness but failed to recognise it as a full-fledged school which was sustained by a class of rulers, who had their peculiar political and cultural vision. They hired and nurtured artists and commissioned works that enhanced their artistic sensibilities and specific requirements of governance in their kingdoms. The art of portraiture and representation of historical and religious figures are seen elsewhere in other contemporary schools of painting. Mughal portraiture, in this sense, was not wholly unique as we see such artistic inclinations in the Safavid and Ottoman Schools of Painting. The highly documentary nature of portraits is a singularly unique development seen extensively in Asian Islamic art as also in Mughal art in India. The kingdoms of Bijapur, Golconda and Ahmadnagar developed highly sophisticated and distinct schools of court painting. Its unique sensuality and intense colours have a strong affinity to regional aesthetics. The school preferred dense composition and created an aura of romance, which invariably expressed itself in an idiom that was eloquently natural and vivid. The earliest examples of Deccani painting can be found in a volume of poems celebrating the reign of Hussain Nizam Shah of Ahmednagar, and while the twelve miniatures that depict battle scenes are of no artistic interest, those depicting the queen and her marriage delight us with gorgeous colours and sensuous lines. The woman represented in it belongs to the northern tradition of pre-Mughal painting, which was flourishing especially in Malwa and Ahmednagar during this time. The women wear a modified northern costume with a choli (bodice) and long braided pigtails; only a long scarf passing around the hips in a Southern fashion.

Why the Deccani schools of painting were not recognised as distinct schools by art historians?

The schools did not have unique features and largely drew from Middle Eastern, Safavid, Persian, Turkish and Mughal styles and traditions of painting.

The kingdoms of Bijapur, Golconda and Ahmadnagar were seen as independent kingdoms, and not a coherent whole like the Mughal empire.

The definition of a distinct school of painting was restricted to schools that flourished under a class of rulers, who had their peculiar political and cultural vision and commissioned works that enhanced the specific requirements of governance in their kingdoms.

Schools were defined by their use of dense compositions and regional aesthetics, which was not found in the Deccani schools of miniature painting.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q64:

29th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The history of Deccani miniature painting can largely be constructed from the late sixteenth century until the 1680s — the time when the Mughals conquered the Deccan. The Deccani style of painting has been in Indo-Persian art for a long time. It was considered to be Middle Eastern, Safavid, Persian, Turkish and even Mughal in origin. Art historians acknowledged its uniqueness but failed to recognise it as a full-fledged school which was sustained by a class of rulers, who had their peculiar political and cultural vision. They hired and nurtured artists and commissioned works that enhanced their artistic sensibilities and specific requirements of governance in their kingdoms. The art of portraiture and representation of historical and religious figures are seen elsewhere in other contemporary schools of painting. Mughal portraiture, in this sense, was not wholly unique as we see such artistic inclinations in the Safavid and Ottoman Schools of Painting. The highly documentary nature of portraits is a singularly unique development seen extensively in Asian Islamic art as also in Mughal art in India. The kingdoms of Bijapur, Golconda and Ahmadnagar developed highly sophisticated and distinct schools of court painting. Its unique sensuality and intense colours have a strong affinity to regional aesthetics. The school preferred dense composition and created an aura of romance, which invariably expressed itself in an idiom that was eloquently natural and vivid. The earliest examples of Deccani painting can be found in a volume of poems celebrating the reign of Hussain Nizam Shah of Ahmednagar, and while the twelve miniatures that depict battle scenes are of no artistic interest, those depicting the queen and her marriage delight us with gorgeous colours and sensuous lines. The woman represented in it belongs to the northern tradition of pre-Mughal painting, which was flourishing especially in Malwa and Ahmednagar during this time. The women wear a modified northern costume with a choli (bodice) and long braided pigtails; only a long scarf passing around the hips in a Southern fashion.

Read the given statements carefully, and choose the correct statements: A. Art historians did not acknowledge or recognize Deccani painting as a full-fledged school, as it was nurtured by several figures of the Deccans instead of one ruler. B. The Deccani style of painting was placed under Indo-Persian art for a long time, due to the influence of Middle Eastern, Safavid, Persian, Turkish and Mughal styles of painting. C. The art of portraiture and representation of historical and religious figures is unique to Deccani painting. D. The kingdoms of Bijapur, Golconda and Ahmadnagar are examples of distinct schools of Deccani painting.

A and B only

A, B and D only

B and D only

B, C and D only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q65:

29th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

From my discourse with Mr. Lloyd, I gathered enough of hope to suffice as a motive for wishing to get well; a change seemed near, - I desired and waited for it in silence. It tarried, however; days and weeks passed: I had regained my normal state of health, but no new allusion was made to the subject over which I brooded. Mrs. Reed surveyed me at times with a severe eye, but seldom addressed me: since my illness, she had drawn a more marked line of separation than ever between me and her own children; appointing me a small closet to sleep in by myself, condemning me to take my meals alone, and pass all my time in the nursery, while my cousins were constantly in the drawing room. Not a hint, however, did she drop about sending me to school: still I felt an instinctive certainty that she would not endure me under the same roof with her; for her glance, when turned on me, expressed an insuperable and rooted aversion. Eliza and Georgina, evidently acting according to orders, spoke to me as little as possible: John thrust his tongue in his cheek whenever he saw me, and once attempted chastisement; but as I instantly turned against him, he thought it better to desist, and ran from me uttering execrations, vowing I had burst his nose. I heard him in a blubbering tone commence the tale of how "that nasty Jane Eyre" had flown at him like a mad cat: he was stopped rather harshly by his mother, Mrs. Reed- "Don't talk to me about her, John: I had told you not to go near her; she is not worthy of notice; I do not choose that either you or your sisters should associate with her." Here, leaning over the banister, I cried out suddenly, and without at all deliberating on my words; "They are not fit to associate with me."

Based on your reading of the passage, what "change" does the narrator desire and wait for?

The narrator desires a change in her living situation, which is swiftly implemented by Mrs Reed.

The narrator eagerly awaits for a change in Georgina, Eliza and John's attitude towards her.

The narrator is waiting for Mrs. Reed to send her away to a boarding school.

The narrator wishes to pass all her free time in the nursery, while her cousins played in the drawing room.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q66:

29th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

From my discourse with Mr. Lloyd, I gathered enough of hope to suffice as a motive for wishing to get well; a change seemed near, - I desired and waited for it in silence. It tarried, however; days and weeks passed: I had regained my normal state of health, but no new allusion was made to the subject over which I brooded. Mrs. Reed surveyed me at times with a severe eye, but seldom addressed me: since my illness, she had drawn a more marked line of separation than ever between me and her own children; appointing me a small closet to sleep in by myself, condemning me to take my meals alone, and pass all my time in the nursery, while my cousins were constantly in the drawing room. Not a hint, however, did she drop about sending me to school: still I felt an instinctive certainty that she would not endure me under the same roof with her; for her glance, when turned on me, expressed an insuperable and rooted aversion. Eliza and Georgina, evidently acting according to orders, spoke to me as little as possible: John thrust his tongue in his cheek whenever he saw me, and once attempted chastisement; but as I instantly turned against him, he thought it better to desist, and ran from me uttering execrations, vowing I had burst his nose. I heard him in a blubbering tone commence the tale of how "that nasty Jane Eyre" had flown at him like a mad cat: he was stopped rather harshly by his mother, Mrs. Reed- "Don't talk to me about her, John: I had told you not to go near her; she is not worthy of notice; I do not choose that either you or your sisters should associate with her." Here, leaning over the banister, I cried out suddenly, and without at all deliberating on my words; "They are not fit to associate with me."

Read the passage carefully and arrange the following events in chronological order of occurrence: A. Mrs. Reed often surveyed and analysed the narrator but did not speak to her. B. A man named Mr. Lloyd visits her and tells her something that gives her hope. C. The narrator and John have an altercation and the narrator pronounces that her cousins are not fit to associate with her. D. The narrator falls ill.

B, D, A, C

D, A, C, B

D, B, A, C

A, D, B, C

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q67:

29th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

From my discourse with Mr. Lloyd, I gathered enough of hope to suffice as a motive for wishing to get well; a change seemed near, - I desired and waited for it in silence. It tarried, however; days and weeks passed: I had regained my normal state of health, but no new allusion was made to the subject over which I brooded. Mrs. Reed surveyed me at times with a severe eye, but seldom addressed me: since my illness, she had drawn a more marked line of separation than ever between me and her own children; appointing me a small closet to sleep in by myself, condemning me to take my meals alone, and pass all my time in the nursery, while my cousins were constantly in the drawing room. Not a hint, however, did she drop about sending me to school: still I felt an instinctive certainty that she would not endure me under the same roof with her; for her glance, when turned on me, expressed an insuperable and rooted aversion. Eliza and Georgina, evidently acting according to orders, spoke to me as little as possible: John thrust his tongue in his cheek whenever he saw me, and once attempted chastisement; but as I instantly turned against him, he thought it better to desist, and ran from me uttering execrations, vowing I had burst his nose. I heard him in a blubbering tone commence the tale of how "that nasty Jane Eyre" had flown at him like a mad cat: he was stopped rather harshly by his mother, Mrs. Reed- "Don't talk to me about her, John: I had told you not to go near her; she is not worthy of notice; I do not choose that either you or your sisters should associate with her." Here, leaning over the banister, I cried out suddenly, and without at all deliberating on my words; "They are not fit to associate with me."

Mrs. Reed's child/children, _______ is/are evidently obedient.

Eliza and Georgina

John and Eliza

John and Georgina

John

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q68:

26th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

One of the main characteristics of tribal arts is their distinct manner of constructing space and imagery, which might be described as 'hallucinatory'. In both oral and visual forms of representation, tribal artists seem to interpret verbal and pictorial space as demarcated by an extremely flexible 'frame'. The boundaries between art and non-art become almost invisible. A tribal epic can begin its narration from a trivial everyday event; tribal paintings merge with living space as if the two were one and the same. And within the narrative itself, or within the painted imagery, there is no deliberate attempt to follow a sequence. The episodes retold and the images created, take on the apparently chaotic shapes of dreams. In a tribal Ramayan, an episode from the Mahabharata makes a sudden and surprising appearance; tribal paintings contain a curious mixture of traditional and modern imagery. In a way, the syntax of language and the grammar of painting are the same, as if literature were painted words and painting were a song of images. Yet, it is not safe to assume that the tribal arts do not employ any ordering principles. On the contrary, the ordering principles are very strict. The most important among these is convention. Though the casual spectator may not notice, every tribal performance and creation has at its back another such performance or creation belonging to a previous occasion. The creativity of the tribal artist lies in adhering to the past while at the same time slightly subverting it. The subversions are more playful than ironic.

According to the passage, which of the following is a salient feature of tribal arts?

Commercial approach

Following patterns of great masters of art

Hallucinatory construction of space and imagery

Rigidity of pictorial framework

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q69:

26th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

One of the main characteristics of tribal arts is their distinct manner of constructing space and imagery, which might be described as 'hallucinatory'. In both oral and visual forms of representation, tribal artists seem to interpret verbal and pictorial space as demarcated by an extremely flexible 'frame'. The boundaries between art and non-art become almost invisible. A tribal epic can begin its narration from a trivial everyday event; tribal paintings merge with living space as if the two were one and the same. And within the narrative itself, or within the painted imagery, there is no deliberate attempt to follow a sequence. The episodes retold and the images created, take on the apparently chaotic shapes of dreams. In a tribal Ramayan, an episode from the Mahabharata makes a sudden and surprising appearance; tribal paintings contain a curious mixture of traditional and modern imagery. In a way, the syntax of language and the grammar of painting are the same, as if literature were painted words and painting were a song of images. Yet, it is not safe to assume that the tribal arts do not employ any ordering principles. On the contrary, the ordering principles are very strict. The most important among these is convention. Though the casual spectator may not notice, every tribal performance and creation has at its back another such performance or creation belonging to a previous occasion. The creativity of the tribal artist lies in adhering to the past while at the same time slightly subverting it. The subversions are more playful than ironic.

Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?

Tribal arts embody a sense of continuity in conventions with playful subversions.

Tribal artworks are often transient in nature and disconnected from creative traditions.

Tribal arts passively adhere to the dominant performative schools of painting.

Tribal performances are sceptical about artistic conventions.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q70:

26th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

One of the main characteristics of tribal arts is their distinct manner of constructing space and imagery, which might be described as 'hallucinatory'. In both oral and visual forms of representation, tribal artists seem to interpret verbal and pictorial space as demarcated by an extremely flexible 'frame'. The boundaries between art and non-art become almost invisible. A tribal epic can begin its narration from a trivial everyday event; tribal paintings merge with living space as if the two were one and the same. And within the narrative itself, or within the painted imagery, there is no deliberate attempt to follow a sequence. The episodes retold and the images created, take on the apparently chaotic shapes of dreams. In a tribal Ramayan, an episode from the Mahabharata makes a sudden and surprising appearance; tribal paintings contain a curious mixture of traditional and modern imagery. In a way, the syntax of language and the grammar of painting are the same, as if literature were painted words and painting were a song of images. Yet, it is not safe to assume that the tribal arts do not employ any ordering principles. On the contrary, the ordering principles are very strict. The most important among these is convention. Though the casual spectator may not notice, every tribal performance and creation has at its back another such performance or creation belonging to a previous occasion. The creativity of the tribal artist lies in adhering to the past while at the same time slightly subverting it. The subversions are more playful than ironic.

Which of the following is an antonym of the word 'Chaotic' ?

Subversive

Ironic

Curious

Orderly

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q71:

26th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

One of the main characteristics of tribal arts is their distinct manner of constructing space and imagery, which might be described as 'hallucinatory'. In both oral and visual forms of representation, tribal artists seem to interpret verbal and pictorial space as demarcated by an extremely flexible 'frame'. The boundaries between art and non-art become almost invisible. A tribal epic can begin its narration from a trivial everyday event; tribal paintings merge with living space as if the two were one and the same. And within the narrative itself, or within the painted imagery, there is no deliberate attempt to follow a sequence. The episodes retold and the images created, take on the apparently chaotic shapes of dreams. In a tribal Ramayan, an episode from the Mahabharata makes a sudden and surprising appearance; tribal paintings contain a curious mixture of traditional and modern imagery. In a way, the syntax of language and the grammar of painting are the same, as if literature were painted words and painting were a song of images. Yet, it is not safe to assume that the tribal arts do not employ any ordering principles. On the contrary, the ordering principles are very strict. The most important among these is convention. Though the casual spectator may not notice, every tribal performance and creation has at its back another such performance or creation belonging to a previous occasion. The creativity of the tribal artist lies in adhering to the past while at the same time slightly subverting it. The subversions are more playful than ironic.

According to the passage, which of the following statements is correct about a Tribal Epic?

A tribal epic never mixes episodes from different epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata.

A tribal epic always begins its narration on a note of awe and grandeur.

A tribal epic can provide space for the mundane and ordinary in its narration.

A tribal epic always deals with the extraordinary aspects of life.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q72:

26th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

One of the main characteristics of tribal arts is their distinct manner of constructing space and imagery, which might be described as 'hallucinatory'. In both oral and visual forms of representation, tribal artists seem to interpret verbal and pictorial space as demarcated by an extremely flexible 'frame'. The boundaries between art and non-art become almost invisible. A tribal epic can begin its narration from a trivial everyday event; tribal paintings merge with living space as if the two were one and the same. And within the narrative itself, or within the painted imagery, there is no deliberate attempt to follow a sequence. The episodes retold and the images created, take on the apparently chaotic shapes of dreams. In a tribal Ramayan, an episode from the Mahabharata makes a sudden and surprising appearance; tribal paintings contain a curious mixture of traditional and modern imagery. In a way, the syntax of language and the grammar of painting are the same, as if literature were painted words and painting were a song of images. Yet, it is not safe to assume that the tribal arts do not employ any ordering principles. On the contrary, the ordering principles are very strict. The most important among these is convention. Though the casual spectator may not notice, every tribal performance and creation has at its back another such performance or creation belonging to a previous occasion. The creativity of the tribal artist lies in adhering to the past while at the same time slightly subverting it. The subversions are more playful than ironic.

Which of the following statements is correct according to the given passage?

Tribal art forms often represent a binary distinction between art and non-art.

Tribal arts follow a flexible frame in oral and visual forms of representation.

Tribal narratives deliberately adhere to principles of linearity and sequence.

Tribal arts do not employ any ordering principles.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q73:

26th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In modern times, Abraham Lincoln stands as the model of a compassionate statesman. He showed this quality not only in striving for the emancipation of the American blacks, but in the dignity with which he conducted the American Civil War. Lincoln did not fancy himself as a liberator. He thought it would be better for all if emancipation was a gradual process spread over many years. He proposed compensation for slave owners in U.S., bonds and grants for the rehabilitation of the blacks - 'colonisation' as they called it. But fate was to deem otherwise. The haste with which the South wanted to break away from the union with the North, compelled him to move faster than he expected, perhaps more than most men of his time had thought through the issue of slavery. 'We must free the slaves', he said, 'or be ourselves subdued'. 'Before reading, the first draft of Proclamation of Emancipation, he told his colleagues. 'In giving freedom to the slaves, we assure freedom to the free.' On 22nd September 1862 Lincoln set his hand on the Proclamation of Emancipation declaring that on the first day of January 1863, all persons held as slaves within any state 'shall be then, and forever free.' Lincoln's revolution for slavery left him without any moral indignation or passion against slave owners. The guilt of slave owners, he felt, should be shared by the whole country of North and the South for it seemed to him that everyone in the nation was an accomplice in perpetuating that system. To have whipped up any hatred against slave owners would, to him, have been an act of malice.

The word 'Proclamation' in the given passage means:

To praise publically

To declare publically

To insult publically

To honour publically

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q74:

26th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In modern times, Abraham Lincoln stands as the model of a compassionate statesman. He showed this quality not only in striving for the emancipation of the American blacks, but in the dignity with which he conducted the American Civil War. Lincoln did not fancy himself as a liberator. He thought it would be better for all if emancipation was a gradual process spread over many years. He proposed compensation for slave owners in U.S., bonds and grants for the rehabilitation of the blacks - 'colonisation' as they called it. But fate was to deem otherwise. The haste with which the South wanted to break away from the union with the North, compelled him to move faster than he expected, perhaps more than most men of his time had thought through the issue of slavery. 'We must free the slaves', he said, 'or be ourselves subdued'. 'Before reading, the first draft of Proclamation of Emancipation, he told his colleagues. 'In giving freedom to the slaves, we assure freedom to the free.' On 22nd September 1862 Lincoln set his hand on the Proclamation of Emancipation declaring that on the first day of January 1863, all persons held as slaves within any state 'shall be then, and forever free.' Lincoln's revolution for slavery left him without any moral indignation or passion against slave owners. The guilt of slave owners, he felt, should be shared by the whole country of North and the South for it seemed to him that everyone in the nation was an accomplice in perpetuating that system. To have whipped up any hatred against slave owners would, to him, have been an act of malice.

Which of the following statements is incorrect as per the given passage?

Abraham Lincoln fancied himself as a true liberator.

Abraham Lincoln believed in freedom from slavery.

Abraham Lincoln proposed compensation for slave owners in the U.S.

According to Abraham Lincoln, freedom to the slaves is also the freedom to the free.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q75:

26th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

In modern times, Abraham Lincoln stands as the model of a compassionate statesman. He showed this quality not only in striving for the emancipation of the American blacks, but in the dignity with which he conducted the American Civil War. Lincoln did not fancy himself as a liberator. He thought it would be better for all if emancipation was a gradual process spread over many years. He proposed compensation for slave owners in U.S., bonds and grants for the rehabilitation of the blacks - 'colonisation' as they called it. But fate was to deem otherwise. The haste with which the South wanted to break away from the union with the North, compelled him to move faster than he expected, perhaps more than most men of his time had thought through the issue of slavery. 'We must free the slaves', he said, 'or be ourselves subdued'. 'Before reading, the first draft of Proclamation of Emancipation, he told his colleagues. 'In giving freedom to the slaves, we assure freedom to the free.' On 22nd September 1862 Lincoln set his hand on the Proclamation of Emancipation declaring that on the first day of January 1863, all persons held as slaves within any state 'shall be then, and forever free.' Lincoln's revolution for slavery left him without any moral indignation or passion against slave owners. The guilt of slave owners, he felt, should be shared by the whole country of North and the South for it seemed to him that everyone in the nation was an accomplice in perpetuating that system. To have whipped up any hatred against slave owners would, to him, have been an act of malice.

As per the passage, Abraham Lincoln was called the model of a compassionate statesman because-

he was a great leader and brought a change in the society.

he loved black people and displayed a biasness towards them.

his acts were conducted with nobility and not guided by malice.

he was a popular leader among the black people.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q76:

26th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In modern times, Abraham Lincoln stands as the model of a compassionate statesman. He showed this quality not only in striving for the emancipation of the American blacks, but in the dignity with which he conducted the American Civil War. Lincoln did not fancy himself as a liberator. He thought it would be better for all if emancipation was a gradual process spread over many years. He proposed compensation for slave owners in U.S., bonds and grants for the rehabilitation of the blacks - 'colonisation' as they called it. But fate was to deem otherwise. The haste with which the South wanted to break away from the union with the North, compelled him to move faster than he expected, perhaps more than most men of his time had thought through the issue of slavery. 'We must free the slaves', he said, 'or be ourselves subdued'. 'Before reading, the first draft of Proclamation of Emancipation, he told his colleagues. 'In giving freedom to the slaves, we assure freedom to the free.' On 22nd September 1862 Lincoln set his hand on the Proclamation of Emancipation declaring that on the first day of January 1863, all persons held as slaves within any state 'shall be then, and forever free.' Lincoln's revolution for slavery left him without any moral indignation or passion against slave owners. The guilt of slave owners, he felt, should be shared by the whole country of North and the South for it seemed to him that everyone in the nation was an accomplice in perpetuating that system. To have whipped up any hatred against slave owners would, to him, have been an act of malice.

What term is used in the passage for 'Rehabilitation of the blacks'

Compensation

Liberation

Colonisation

Indignation

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q77:

26th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In modern times, Abraham Lincoln stands as the model of a compassionate statesman. He showed this quality not only in striving for the emancipation of the American blacks, but in the dignity with which he conducted the American Civil War. Lincoln did not fancy himself as a liberator. He thought it would be better for all if emancipation was a gradual process spread over many years. He proposed compensation for slave owners in U.S., bonds and grants for the rehabilitation of the blacks - 'colonisation' as they called it. But fate was to deem otherwise. The haste with which the South wanted to break away from the union with the North, compelled him to move faster than he expected, perhaps more than most men of his time had thought through the issue of slavery. 'We must free the slaves', he said, 'or be ourselves subdued'. 'Before reading, the first draft of Proclamation of Emancipation, he told his colleagues. 'In giving freedom to the slaves, we assure freedom to the free.' On 22nd September 1862 Lincoln set his hand on the Proclamation of Emancipation declaring that on the first day of January 1863, all persons held as slaves within any state 'shall be then, and forever free.' Lincoln's revolution for slavery left him without any moral indignation or passion against slave owners. The guilt of slave owners, he felt, should be shared by the whole country of North and the South for it seemed to him that everyone in the nation was an accomplice in perpetuating that system. To have whipped up any hatred against slave owners would, to him, have been an act of malice.

According to the passage, 'an act of malice' means :--

An act of ill will

An act of public ridicule

An act of smartness

An act of kindness

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q78:

25th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Nutritional poverty is the quietest inequality of all - it does not manifest in statistics alone, but in how long people live and how well they live. Addressing it requires more than subsidies or fortified foods; it demands a health system that teaches as much as it treats. India's success story in poverty reduction often begins with economic metrics. Over the past three decades, while millions have moved above the income poverty line, the cost of disease has pushed millions into poverty. Beneath this economic narrative lies a quieter, more pervasive deprivation: nutritional poverty. Unlike income poverty, which is visible in statistics, nutritional poverty is hidden in blood reports, fatigue, and the gradual erosion of health across generations. It is a paradox of modern India that people in both rural hamlets and urban high-rises suffer from poor nutrition. The poor are deprived of nutrient-rich food because they cannot afford it; the rich, because they do not know what to eat. The first is a poverty of access, the second a poverty of awareness. Together, they form a national crisis that no income index captures.

When the passage describes the nutritional poverty as "the quietest inequality of all", it suggests that _________________.

It is a problem that solely affects marginalised rural hamlets, thereby keeping its impact out of the public discourse.

Its impact, statistically, is negligible compared to the widespread issue of income poverty visible in economic reports.

The deprivation is subtle, eroding human health and quality of life gradually, making it difficult to detect through standard visible metrics.

The solutions required involve passive government subsidization rather than aggressive public awareness campaigns.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q79:

25th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Nutritional poverty is the quietest inequality of all - it does not manifest in statistics alone, but in how long people live and how well they live. Addressing it requires more than subsidies or fortified foods; it demands a health system that teaches as much as it treats. India's success story in poverty reduction often begins with economic metrics. Over the past three decades, while millions have moved above the income poverty line, the cost of disease has pushed millions into poverty. Beneath this economic narrative lies a quieter, more pervasive deprivation: nutritional poverty. Unlike income poverty, which is visible in statistics, nutritional poverty is hidden in blood reports, fatigue, and the gradual erosion of health across generations. It is a paradox of modern India that people in both rural hamlets and urban high-rises suffer from poor nutrition. The poor are deprived of nutrient-rich food because they cannot afford it; the rich, because they do not know what to eat. The first is a poverty of access, the second a poverty of awareness. Together, they form a national crisis that no income index captures.

Choose the suggestive meaning of the word "pervasive" as has been used in the passage.

Limited to a small, isolated area.

Hidden from public statistics.

Related only to economic metrics.

Found among specific ethnic groups.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q80:

25th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Nutritional poverty is the quietest inequality of all - it does not manifest in statistics alone, but in how long people live and how well they live. Addressing it requires more than subsidies or fortified foods; it demands a health system that teaches as much as it treats. India's success story in poverty reduction often begins with economic metrics. Over the past three decades, while millions have moved above the income poverty line, the cost of disease has pushed millions into poverty. Beneath this economic narrative lies a quieter, more pervasive deprivation: nutritional poverty. Unlike income poverty, which is visible in statistics, nutritional poverty is hidden in blood reports, fatigue, and the gradual erosion of health across generations. It is a paradox of modern India that people in both rural hamlets and urban high-rises suffer from poor nutrition. The poor are deprived of nutrient-rich food because they cannot afford it; the rich, because they do not know what to eat. The first is a poverty of access, the second a poverty of awareness. Together, they form a national crisis that no income index captures.

Choose a statement which is not true with respect to the passage.

Nutritional poverty is described as the quietest inequality and is hidden in blood reports, fatigue and the erosion of health.

Over the past three decades, India's success in moving millions above the income poverty line has not been counteracted by rising disease costs.

Addressing nutritional poverty requires a health system that emphasises teaching alongside treatment, rather than relying on subsidies.

The poor suffer from nutritional poverty due to a poverty of access, meaning they cannot afford nutrient-rich food.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q81:

25th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Nutritional poverty is the quietest inequality of all - it does not manifest in statistics alone, but in how long people live and how well they live. Addressing it requires more than subsidies or fortified foods; it demands a health system that teaches as much as it treats. India's success story in poverty reduction often begins with economic metrics. Over the past three decades, while millions have moved above the income poverty line, the cost of disease has pushed millions into poverty. Beneath this economic narrative lies a quieter, more pervasive deprivation: nutritional poverty. Unlike income poverty, which is visible in statistics, nutritional poverty is hidden in blood reports, fatigue, and the gradual erosion of health across generations. It is a paradox of modern India that people in both rural hamlets and urban high-rises suffer from poor nutrition. The poor are deprived of nutrient-rich food because they cannot afford it; the rich, because they do not know what to eat. The first is a poverty of access, the second a poverty of awareness. Together, they form a national crisis that no income index captures.

The pervasive issue of nutritional poverty, which affects individuals across both rural hamlets and urban high-rises, presents a ______________ of modern India. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option to form a meaningful sentence.

disparity

paradox

generalisation

metric

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q82:

25th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Nutritional poverty is the quietest inequality of all - it does not manifest in statistics alone, but in how long people live and how well they live. Addressing it requires more than subsidies or fortified foods; it demands a health system that teaches as much as it treats. India's success story in poverty reduction often begins with economic metrics. Over the past three decades, while millions have moved above the income poverty line, the cost of disease has pushed millions into poverty. Beneath this economic narrative lies a quieter, more pervasive deprivation: nutritional poverty. Unlike income poverty, which is visible in statistics, nutritional poverty is hidden in blood reports, fatigue, and the gradual erosion of health across generations. It is a paradox of modern India that people in both rural hamlets and urban high-rises suffer from poor nutrition. The poor are deprived of nutrient-rich food because they cannot afford it; the rich, because they do not know what to eat. The first is a poverty of access, the second a poverty of awareness. Together, they form a national crisis that no income index captures.

Which statement from the passage hints at the truism- 'prevention is better than cure'?

Nutritional poverty is the quietest inequality.

The debate is not between length of life and quality of life.

Subsidies and fortified foods- both are important.

A health system is required that teaches as much as it treats.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q83:

25th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Deepti Sharma crowned 'Player of the Tournament', achieves historic first-time double across men's and women's World Cups. She produced a sensational all-round performance to guide India to their first-ever Women's World Cup title, defeating South Africa in the final in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. The all-rounder was named Player of the Tournament after scoring a vital 215 runs and taking 22 wickets, playing a decisive role with both bat and ball. Deepti's innings in the final came at a crucial stage when India needed stability in the middle overs. Her composed 58 anchored the innings and helped the team post a competitive total before she turned the match on its head with the ball, dismantling South Africa's batting lineup in the chase, as she finished with 5/39 in 9.3 overs. With her incredible consistency throughout the tournament, Deepti became the first player in Women's World Cup history to achieve the double of 200 runs and 20 wickets in a single edition across the men's and women's World Cups. Across nine matches and seven innings, she scored 215 runs at an average of 30.71 and a strike rate of 90.71, including three half-centuries, with the highest score of 58. She was equally brilliant with the ball, finishing as the tournament's highest wicket-taker with 22 wickets at an average of 24.11 and her best bowling figures of 5/39.She also became the first Indian to claim a five-wicket haul in a Women's World Cup final. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday congratulated the Indian women's cricket team on their historic victory in the World Cup final against South Africa."Our daughters are champions! They have not only won the match, but also won the hearts of the entire nation.This victory shows that the aspirations of India's daughters soar higher than the sky," Chouhan said in a post on X.

Which one of the following did Deepti Sharma not achieve:

Player of the Tournament award

First Women's World Cup title

Scored three half-centuries

Scored 200 runs and took 40 wickets

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q84:

25th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Deepti Sharma crowned 'Player of the Tournament', achieves historic first-time double across men's and women's World Cups. She produced a sensational all-round performance to guide India to their first-ever Women's World Cup title, defeating South Africa in the final in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. The all-rounder was named Player of the Tournament after scoring a vital 215 runs and taking 22 wickets, playing a decisive role with both bat and ball. Deepti's innings in the final came at a crucial stage when India needed stability in the middle overs. Her composed 58 anchored the innings and helped the team post a competitive total before she turned the match on its head with the ball, dismantling South Africa's batting lineup in the chase, as she finished with 5/39 in 9.3 overs. With her incredible consistency throughout the tournament, Deepti became the first player in Women's World Cup history to achieve the double of 200 runs and 20 wickets in a single edition across the men's and women's World Cups. Across nine matches and seven innings, she scored 215 runs at an average of 30.71 and a strike rate of 90.71, including three half-centuries, with the highest score of 58. She was equally brilliant with the ball, finishing as the tournament's highest wicket-taker with 22 wickets at an average of 24.11 and her best bowling figures of 5/39.She also became the first Indian to claim a five-wicket haul in a Women's World Cup final. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday congratulated the Indian women's cricket team on their historic victory in the World Cup final against South Africa."Our daughters are champions! They have not only won the match, but also won the hearts of the entire nation.This victory shows that the aspirations of India's daughters soar higher than the sky," Chouhan said in a post on X.

Identify the word that has been used metaphorically in the passage :

won

haul

anchored

crucial

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q85:

25th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Deepti Sharma crowned 'Player of the Tournament', achieves historic first-time double across men's and women's World Cups. She produced a sensational all-round performance to guide India to their first-ever Women's World Cup title, defeating South Africa in the final in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. The all-rounder was named Player of the Tournament after scoring a vital 215 runs and taking 22 wickets, playing a decisive role with both bat and ball. Deepti's innings in the final came at a crucial stage when India needed stability in the middle overs. Her composed 58 anchored the innings and helped the team post a competitive total before she turned the match on its head with the ball, dismantling South Africa's batting lineup in the chase, as she finished with 5/39 in 9.3 overs. With her incredible consistency throughout the tournament, Deepti became the first player in Women's World Cup history to achieve the double of 200 runs and 20 wickets in a single edition across the men's and women's World Cups. Across nine matches and seven innings, she scored 215 runs at an average of 30.71 and a strike rate of 90.71, including three half-centuries, with the highest score of 58. She was equally brilliant with the ball, finishing as the tournament's highest wicket-taker with 22 wickets at an average of 24.11 and her best bowling figures of 5/39.She also became the first Indian to claim a five-wicket haul in a Women's World Cup final. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday congratulated the Indian women's cricket team on their historic victory in the World Cup final against South Africa."Our daughters are champions! They have not only won the match, but also won the hearts of the entire nation.This victory shows that the aspirations of India's daughters soar higher than the sky," Chouhan said in a post on X.

Choose the most appropriate option to complete the given sentence: Deepti was named 'Player of the tournament' because she managed to_____________.

take 5 wickets in the matches

take 22 wickets in the matches

score 58 runs and take 5 wickets off 39 balls in the seven matches.

score the highest among all the men and women players in both batting and bowling.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q86:

25th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Deepti Sharma crowned 'Player of the Tournament', achieves historic first-time double across men's and women's World Cups. She produced a sensational all-round performance to guide India to their first-ever Women's World Cup title, defeating South Africa in the final in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. The all-rounder was named Player of the Tournament after scoring a vital 215 runs and taking 22 wickets, playing a decisive role with both bat and ball. Deepti's innings in the final came at a crucial stage when India needed stability in the middle overs. Her composed 58 anchored the innings and helped the team post a competitive total before she turned the match on its head with the ball, dismantling South Africa's batting lineup in the chase, as she finished with 5/39 in 9.3 overs. With her incredible consistency throughout the tournament, Deepti became the first player in Women's World Cup history to achieve the double of 200 runs and 20 wickets in a single edition across the men's and women's World Cups. Across nine matches and seven innings, she scored 215 runs at an average of 30.71 and a strike rate of 90.71, including three half-centuries, with the highest score of 58. She was equally brilliant with the ball, finishing as the tournament's highest wicket-taker with 22 wickets at an average of 24.11 and her best bowling figures of 5/39.She also became the first Indian to claim a five-wicket haul in a Women's World Cup final. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday congratulated the Indian women's cricket team on their historic victory in the World Cup final against South Africa."Our daughters are champions! They have not only won the match, but also won the hearts of the entire nation.This victory shows that the aspirations of India's daughters soar higher than the sky," Chouhan said in a post on X.

Choose the most appropriate meaning of the word "anchored" as it appears in the passage describing Deepti's innings:

Physically secured the team to the field.

Provided essential stability and support to the team's total.

Caused the final wickets to fall quickly.

Allowed her to achieve a five-wicket haul later in the game.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q87:

25th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Deepti Sharma crowned 'Player of the Tournament', achieves historic first-time double across men's and women's World Cups. She produced a sensational all-round performance to guide India to their first-ever Women's World Cup title, defeating South Africa in the final in Navi Mumbai on Sunday. The all-rounder was named Player of the Tournament after scoring a vital 215 runs and taking 22 wickets, playing a decisive role with both bat and ball. Deepti's innings in the final came at a crucial stage when India needed stability in the middle overs. Her composed 58 anchored the innings and helped the team post a competitive total before she turned the match on its head with the ball, dismantling South Africa's batting lineup in the chase, as she finished with 5/39 in 9.3 overs. With her incredible consistency throughout the tournament, Deepti became the first player in Women's World Cup history to achieve the double of 200 runs and 20 wickets in a single edition across the men's and women's World Cups. Across nine matches and seven innings, she scored 215 runs at an average of 30.71 and a strike rate of 90.71, including three half-centuries, with the highest score of 58. She was equally brilliant with the ball, finishing as the tournament's highest wicket-taker with 22 wickets at an average of 24.11 and her best bowling figures of 5/39.She also became the first Indian to claim a five-wicket haul in a Women's World Cup final. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday congratulated the Indian women's cricket team on their historic victory in the World Cup final against South Africa."Our daughters are champions! They have not only won the match, but also won the hearts of the entire nation.This victory shows that the aspirations of India's daughters soar higher than the sky," Chouhan said in a post on X.

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option to form a meaningful sentence derived from the statistical description of her performance: Deepti Sharma's all-round performance was characterised by an unparalleled level of _______________ , securing her place as the highest wicket-taker and consistently delivering runs throughout the tournament.

divergence

serendipity

steadiness

variability

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q88:

25th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The first rays of dawn crept silently over the valley, brushing the roofs of the small village with a golden hue. Meera stood by her window, watching the mist rise from the river like a living spirit. Every morning, she waited for this moment—the quiet awakening of the world, when the air still carried the scent of night, and time seemed to pause between darkness and light. Her life had not been easy. The fields were dry, her father's health had worsened, and the village school where she taught was barely standing. Yet, every day, she crossed the hill to reach her classroom. Sometimes as she walked, she imagined her mother beside her—the way she used to before the years of hardship carved lines across her face. "Keep walking, Meera," her mother would whisper in memory. "The hill always hides the sunshine till the last moment." Today, as Meera reached the top of the hill, she saw something that made her stop. A group of children, barefoot and laughing, were already outside the broken schoolhouse. They had gathered before she even arrived, clutching their slates and books like treasures. In that instant, the weariness of her journey melted away. Meera smiled. She realized that beyond the hill—beyond the struggles, the loneliness, and the endless effort—there was light. Not the kind that came from the sun, but the kind that lived in the eagerness of young eyes and the unspoken promise of tomorrow.

What does dawn symbolize for Meera?

The beginning of her daily chores.

A pause between despair and hope.

The renewal of life and its quiet beauty

A reminder of her hardships.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q89:

25th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The first rays of dawn crept silently over the valley, brushing the roofs of the small village with a golden hue. Meera stood by her window, watching the mist rise from the river like a living spirit. Every morning, she waited for this moment—the quiet awakening of the world, when the air still carried the scent of night, and time seemed to pause between darkness and light. Her life had not been easy. The fields were dry, her father's health had worsened, and the village school where she taught was barely standing. Yet, every day, she crossed the hill to reach her classroom. Sometimes as she walked, she imagined her mother beside her—the way she used to before the years of hardship carved lines across her face. "Keep walking, Meera," her mother would whisper in memory. "The hill always hides the sunshine till the last moment." Today, as Meera reached the top of the hill, she saw something that made her stop. A group of children, barefoot and laughing, were already outside the broken schoolhouse. They had gathered before she even arrived, clutching their slates and books like treasures. In that instant, the weariness of her journey melted away. Meera smiled. She realized that beyond the hill—beyond the struggles, the loneliness, and the endless effort—there was light. Not the kind that came from the sun, but the kind that lived in the eagerness of young eyes and the unspoken promise of tomorrow.

What does the hill stand as a metaphor for?

The distance between her home and the school.

The struggles in Meera's life.

The village's isolation

The joy of Children

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q90:

25th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The first rays of dawn crept silently over the valley, brushing the roofs of the small village with a golden hue. Meera stood by her window, watching the mist rise from the river like a living spirit. Every morning, she waited for this moment—the quiet awakening of the world, when the air still carried the scent of night, and time seemed to pause between darkness and light. Her life had not been easy. The fields were dry, her father's health had worsened, and the village school where she taught was barely standing. Yet, every day, she crossed the hill to reach her classroom. Sometimes as she walked, she imagined her mother beside her—the way she used to before the years of hardship carved lines across her face. "Keep walking, Meera," her mother would whisper in memory. "The hill always hides the sunshine till the last moment." Today, as Meera reached the top of the hill, she saw something that made her stop. A group of children, barefoot and laughing, were already outside the broken schoolhouse. They had gathered before she even arrived, clutching their slates and books like treasures. In that instant, the weariness of her journey melted away. Meera smiled. She realized that beyond the hill—beyond the struggles, the loneliness, and the endless effort—there was light. Not the kind that came from the sun, but the kind that lived in the eagerness of young eyes and the unspoken promise of tomorrow.

What emotion does Meera feel towards the end of the passage?

Joy and thrill

Resentment

Peace and renewed hope

Uncertainty

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q91:

25th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The first rays of dawn crept silently over the valley, brushing the roofs of the small village with a golden hue. Meera stood by her window, watching the mist rise from the river like a living spirit. Every morning, she waited for this moment—the quiet awakening of the world, when the air still carried the scent of night, and time seemed to pause between darkness and light. Her life had not been easy. The fields were dry, her father's health had worsened, and the village school where she taught was barely standing. Yet, every day, she crossed the hill to reach her classroom. Sometimes as she walked, she imagined her mother beside her—the way she used to before the years of hardship carved lines across her face. "Keep walking, Meera," her mother would whisper in memory. "The hill always hides the sunshine till the last moment." Today, as Meera reached the top of the hill, she saw something that made her stop. A group of children, barefoot and laughing, were already outside the broken schoolhouse. They had gathered before she even arrived, clutching their slates and books like treasures. In that instant, the weariness of her journey melted away. Meera smiled. She realized that beyond the hill—beyond the struggles, the loneliness, and the endless effort—there was light. Not the kind that came from the sun, but the kind that lived in the eagerness of young eyes and the unspoken promise of tomorrow.

'There was light.' What does the word light suggest here?

beauty of nature

feeling of reassurance

glow of fire

warmth of the sun

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q92:

25th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The first rays of dawn crept silently over the valley, brushing the roofs of the small village with a golden hue. Meera stood by her window, watching the mist rise from the river like a living spirit. Every morning, she waited for this moment—the quiet awakening of the world, when the air still carried the scent of night, and time seemed to pause between darkness and light. Her life had not been easy. The fields were dry, her father's health had worsened, and the village school where she taught was barely standing. Yet, every day, she crossed the hill to reach her classroom. Sometimes as she walked, she imagined her mother beside her—the way she used to before the years of hardship carved lines across her face. "Keep walking, Meera," her mother would whisper in memory. "The hill always hides the sunshine till the last moment." Today, as Meera reached the top of the hill, she saw something that made her stop. A group of children, barefoot and laughing, were already outside the broken schoolhouse. They had gathered before she even arrived, clutching their slates and books like treasures. In that instant, the weariness of her journey melted away. Meera smiled. She realized that beyond the hill—beyond the struggles, the loneliness, and the endless effort—there was light. Not the kind that came from the sun, but the kind that lived in the eagerness of young eyes and the unspoken promise of tomorrow.

What motivates Meera to keep teaching despite difficulties?

Her father's wishes

Her mother's lingering memory.

The eagerness and enthusiasm of her students

The hope of becoming rich.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q93:

25th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The concept of Artificial Intelligence AI has evolved from a speculative idea into a transformative force shaping nearly every sector of human life. From healthcare and education to transportation and entertainment, AI-driven technologies are redefining efficiency, accuracy, and innovation. The ability of machines to analyze vast amounts of data, recognize patterns, and make independent decisions has made them indispensable in fields like medical diagnosis, climate modeling, and financial forecasting. For example, AI algorithms can now detect diseases such as cancer with accuracy levels comparable to human specialists. However, the rise of AI also raises complex ethical and socio-economic questions. Automation threatens to displace millions of workers in traditional countries, while bias in algorithms can reinforce discrimination if not properly monitored. Governments and organizations worldwide are therefore focusing on creating regulatory frameworks that ensure transparency, accountability, and fairness in AI applications. The debate is no longer about whether AI should be used, but how it should be used responsibly. Interestingly, some experts argue that the real power of AI lies not in replacing humans, but in augmenting human intelligence--helping people make better, faster and more informed decisions. Hybrid intelligence systems, where humans and machines collaborate, are being explored as a model for the future. Ultimately, the trajectory of AI will depend not just on technological advancement, but on the ethical choices humanity makes today. If guided wisely, AI could become one of the greatest tools ever created for human progress.

Replace the underlined group of words with a word from the passage:- To form an opinion about something without knowing all the facts.

indispensable

speculative

innovation

augmenting

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q94:

25th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The concept of Artificial Intelligence AI has evolved from a speculative idea into a transformative force shaping nearly every sector of human life. From healthcare and education to transportation and entertainment, AI-driven technologies are redefining efficiency, accuracy, and innovation. The ability of machines to analyze vast amounts of data, recognize patterns, and make independent decisions has made them indispensable in fields like medical diagnosis, climate modeling, and financial forecasting. For example, AI algorithms can now detect diseases such as cancer with accuracy levels comparable to human specialists. However, the rise of AI also raises complex ethical and socio-economic questions. Automation threatens to displace millions of workers in traditional countries, while bias in algorithms can reinforce discrimination if not properly monitored. Governments and organizations worldwide are therefore focusing on creating regulatory frameworks that ensure transparency, accountability, and fairness in AI applications. The debate is no longer about whether AI should be used, but how it should be used responsibly. Interestingly, some experts argue that the real power of AI lies not in replacing humans, but in augmenting human intelligence--helping people make better, faster and more informed decisions. Hybrid intelligence systems, where humans and machines collaborate, are being explored as a model for the future. Ultimately, the trajectory of AI will depend not just on technological advancement, but on the ethical choices humanity makes today. If guided wisely, AI could become one of the greatest tools ever created for human progress.

AI is indispensable as it -

has entertainment value.

can process large data and make decisions.

has human-like emotions.

is affordable.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q95:

25th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The concept of Artificial Intelligence AI has evolved from a speculative idea into a transformative force shaping nearly every sector of human life. From healthcare and education to transportation and entertainment, AI-driven technologies are redefining efficiency, accuracy, and innovation. The ability of machines to analyze vast amounts of data, recognize patterns, and make independent decisions has made them indispensable in fields like medical diagnosis, climate modeling, and financial forecasting. For example, AI algorithms can now detect diseases such as cancer with accuracy levels comparable to human specialists. However, the rise of AI also raises complex ethical and socio-economic questions. Automation threatens to displace millions of workers in traditional countries, while bias in algorithms can reinforce discrimination if not properly monitored. Governments and organizations worldwide are therefore focusing on creating regulatory frameworks that ensure transparency, accountability, and fairness in AI applications. The debate is no longer about whether AI should be used, but how it should be used responsibly. Interestingly, some experts argue that the real power of AI lies not in replacing humans, but in augmenting human intelligence--helping people make better, faster and more informed decisions. Hybrid intelligence systems, where humans and machines collaborate, are being explored as a model for the future. Ultimately, the trajectory of AI will depend not just on technological advancement, but on the ethical choices humanity makes today. If guided wisely, AI could become one of the greatest tools ever created for human progress.

What is the central idea of the text?

AI is replacing human workers entirely.

AI is transforming industries while raising ethical challenges

AI has limited impact on modern society.

AI should be banned due to its risks.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q96:

25th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The concept of Artificial Intelligence AI has evolved from a speculative idea into a transformative force shaping nearly every sector of human life. From healthcare and education to transportation and entertainment, AI-driven technologies are redefining efficiency, accuracy, and innovation. The ability of machines to analyze vast amounts of data, recognize patterns, and make independent decisions has made them indispensable in fields like medical diagnosis, climate modeling, and financial forecasting. For example, AI algorithms can now detect diseases such as cancer with accuracy levels comparable to human specialists. However, the rise of AI also raises complex ethical and socio-economic questions. Automation threatens to displace millions of workers in traditional countries, while bias in algorithms can reinforce discrimination if not properly monitored. Governments and organizations worldwide are therefore focusing on creating regulatory frameworks that ensure transparency, accountability, and fairness in AI applications. The debate is no longer about whether AI should be used, but how it should be used responsibly. Interestingly, some experts argue that the real power of AI lies not in replacing humans, but in augmenting human intelligence--helping people make better, faster and more informed decisions. Hybrid intelligence systems, where humans and machines collaborate, are being explored as a model for the future. Ultimately, the trajectory of AI will depend not just on technological advancement, but on the ethical choices humanity makes today. If guided wisely, AI could become one of the greatest tools ever created for human progress.

Complete the following sentence:- The real power of AI lies in________.

augmenting human intelligence.

replacing humans.

automation.

giving speculative ideas.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q97:

25th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The concept of Artificial Intelligence AI has evolved from a speculative idea into a transformative force shaping nearly every sector of human life. From healthcare and education to transportation and entertainment, AI-driven technologies are redefining efficiency, accuracy, and innovation. The ability of machines to analyze vast amounts of data, recognize patterns, and make independent decisions has made them indispensable in fields like medical diagnosis, climate modeling, and financial forecasting. For example, AI algorithms can now detect diseases such as cancer with accuracy levels comparable to human specialists. However, the rise of AI also raises complex ethical and socio-economic questions. Automation threatens to displace millions of workers in traditional countries, while bias in algorithms can reinforce discrimination if not properly monitored. Governments and organizations worldwide are therefore focusing on creating regulatory frameworks that ensure transparency, accountability, and fairness in AI applications. The debate is no longer about whether AI should be used, but how it should be used responsibly. Interestingly, some experts argue that the real power of AI lies not in replacing humans, but in augmenting human intelligence--helping people make better, faster and more informed decisions. Hybrid intelligence systems, where humans and machines collaborate, are being explored as a model for the future. Ultimately, the trajectory of AI will depend not just on technological advancement, but on the ethical choices humanity makes today. If guided wisely, AI could become one of the greatest tools ever created for human progress.

What is the primary ethical concern related to AI?

AI should be used extensively.

AI should not replace humans.

AI should be used more responsibly.

AI should provide more accurate and authentic data.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q98:

24th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

By all measures, we are living today in the best of times, but we complain as though we are in the worst of times. Since 1800, our population has increased sevenfold, and the number of farming units has fallen sharply. Yet, we have more food now than ever before. Obesity is already a declared illness but may well become an epidemic. Also, 80% of people lived in dire poverty; currently, it's about 8.5%. As many as 88% were illiterate then compared to 10% today. Worldwide life expectancy has also doubled since then, and in 2024, it almost touched 74. Also, in the old days, 50% newborns died before turning five; now, below 4% do. While 19th-century American households spent 58 hours at household chores, now it's 18 hours. They may look like cockroach survivors to many of us, but our ancestors in the heavens probably think we are the overreacting type who would readily burn a house to scare a mouse. That would not be fair. The Spanish Flu of 1918 wiped out 50 million and was more devastating than COVID-19 that killed 7 million. It is because we kept complaining that epidemic control evolved and got better. Our complaints may not have brought down global warming yet, but it has flattened the rate of carbon emission. It is now rising at 0.2% per year and not 1.9% as it did between 2005 and 2014. Rarely, if ever, did people complain in the past about steam engines and chimney smoke darkening the skies. Instead, soot and yellow smoke became lyrical at the hands of poets. This is what democracy has done to us. It's a time machine, and once we board it and if the person at the wheel is adroit, we are in for a ride at dizzying speed. We see and taste things nobody ever did before, and like spoiled brats at a roller coaster, we keep screaming for more. The machine, however, has a built-in flaw. It has no reverse gear and cannot go back to the past, near or distant.

According to the passage, all but this refers to the fact that progress is directly concomitant with improved living conditions.

There is a sharp decline in poverty.

Notable improvement in life expectancy.

The time spent on household chores has decreased.

Global warming is increasing.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q99:

24th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

By all measures, we are living today in the best of times, but we complain as though we are in the worst of times. Since 1800, our population has increased sevenfold, and the number of farming units has fallen sharply. Yet, we have more food now than ever before. Obesity is already a declared illness but may well become an epidemic. Also, 80% of people lived in dire poverty; currently, it's about 8.5%. As many as 88% were illiterate then compared to 10% today. Worldwide life expectancy has also doubled since then, and in 2024, it almost touched 74. Also, in the old days, 50% newborns died before turning five; now, below 4% do. While 19th-century American households spent 58 hours at household chores, now it's 18 hours. They may look like cockroach survivors to many of us, but our ancestors in the heavens probably think we are the overreacting type who would readily burn a house to scare a mouse. That would not be fair. The Spanish Flu of 1918 wiped out 50 million and was more devastating than COVID-19 that killed 7 million. It is because we kept complaining that epidemic control evolved and got better. Our complaints may not have brought down global warming yet, but it has flattened the rate of carbon emission. It is now rising at 0.2% per year and not 1.9% as it did between 2005 and 2014. Rarely, if ever, did people complain in the past about steam engines and chimney smoke darkening the skies. Instead, soot and yellow smoke became lyrical at the hands of poets. This is what democracy has done to us. It's a time machine, and once we board it and if the person at the wheel is adroit, we are in for a ride at dizzying speed. We see and taste things nobody ever did before, and like spoiled brats at a roller coaster, we keep screaming for more. The machine, however, has a built-in flaw. It has no reverse gear and cannot go back to the past, near or distant.

The writer does not suggest that obesity is...

A result demonstrating improved quality

A consequence of readily available food.

An epidemic.

An alarming illness

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q100:

24th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

By all measures, we are living today in the best of times, but we complain as though we are in the worst of times. Since 1800, our population has increased sevenfold, and the number of farming units has fallen sharply. Yet, we have more food now than ever before. Obesity is already a declared illness but may well become an epidemic. Also, 80% of people lived in dire poverty; currently, it's about 8.5%. As many as 88% were illiterate then compared to 10% today. Worldwide life expectancy has also doubled since then, and in 2024, it almost touched 74. Also, in the old days, 50% newborns died before turning five; now, below 4% do. While 19th-century American households spent 58 hours at household chores, now it's 18 hours. They may look like cockroach survivors to many of us, but our ancestors in the heavens probably think we are the overreacting type who would readily burn a house to scare a mouse. That would not be fair. The Spanish Flu of 1918 wiped out 50 million and was more devastating than COVID-19 that killed 7 million. It is because we kept complaining that epidemic control evolved and got better. Our complaints may not have brought down global warming yet, but it has flattened the rate of carbon emission. It is now rising at 0.2% per year and not 1.9% as it did between 2005 and 2014. Rarely, if ever, did people complain in the past about steam engines and chimney smoke darkening the skies. Instead, soot and yellow smoke became lyrical at the hands of poets. This is what democracy has done to us. It's a time machine, and once we board it and if the person at the wheel is adroit, we are in for a ride at dizzying speed. We see and taste things nobody ever did before, and like spoiled brats at a roller coaster, we keep screaming for more. The machine, however, has a built-in flaw. It has no reverse gear and cannot go back to the past, near or distant.

The synonym for adroit is:

embellish

dextrous

admonish

adverse

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q101:

24th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

By all measures, we are living today in the best of times, but we complain as though we are in the worst of times. Since 1800, our population has increased sevenfold, and the number of farming units has fallen sharply. Yet, we have more food now than ever before. Obesity is already a declared illness but may well become an epidemic. Also, 80% of people lived in dire poverty; currently, it's about 8.5%. As many as 88% were illiterate then compared to 10% today. Worldwide life expectancy has also doubled since then, and in 2024, it almost touched 74. Also, in the old days, 50% newborns died before turning five; now, below 4% do. While 19th-century American households spent 58 hours at household chores, now it's 18 hours. They may look like cockroach survivors to many of us, but our ancestors in the heavens probably think we are the overreacting type who would readily burn a house to scare a mouse. That would not be fair. The Spanish Flu of 1918 wiped out 50 million and was more devastating than COVID-19 that killed 7 million. It is because we kept complaining that epidemic control evolved and got better. Our complaints may not have brought down global warming yet, but it has flattened the rate of carbon emission. It is now rising at 0.2% per year and not 1.9% as it did between 2005 and 2014. Rarely, if ever, did people complain in the past about steam engines and chimney smoke darkening the skies. Instead, soot and yellow smoke became lyrical at the hands of poets. This is what democracy has done to us. It's a time machine, and once we board it and if the person at the wheel is adroit, we are in for a ride at dizzying speed. We see and taste things nobody ever did before, and like spoiled brats at a roller coaster, we keep screaming for more. The machine, however, has a built-in flaw. It has no reverse gear and cannot go back to the past, near or distant.

Identify the figure of speech used in the following sentence. Democracy is a time machine.

personification

euphemism

apostrophe

metaphor

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q102:

24th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

By all measures, we are living today in the best of times, but we complain as though we are in the worst of times. Since 1800, our population has increased sevenfold, and the number of farming units has fallen sharply. Yet, we have more food now than ever before. Obesity is already a declared illness but may well become an epidemic. Also, 80% of people lived in dire poverty; currently, it's about 8.5%. As many as 88% were illiterate then compared to 10% today. Worldwide life expectancy has also doubled since then, and in 2024, it almost touched 74. Also, in the old days, 50% newborns died before turning five; now, below 4% do. While 19th-century American households spent 58 hours at household chores, now it's 18 hours. They may look like cockroach survivors to many of us, but our ancestors in the heavens probably think we are the overreacting type who would readily burn a house to scare a mouse. That would not be fair. The Spanish Flu of 1918 wiped out 50 million and was more devastating than COVID-19 that killed 7 million. It is because we kept complaining that epidemic control evolved and got better. Our complaints may not have brought down global warming yet, but it has flattened the rate of carbon emission. It is now rising at 0.2% per year and not 1.9% as it did between 2005 and 2014. Rarely, if ever, did people complain in the past about steam engines and chimney smoke darkening the skies. Instead, soot and yellow smoke became lyrical at the hands of poets. This is what democracy has done to us. It's a time machine, and once we board it and if the person at the wheel is adroit, we are in for a ride at dizzying speed. We see and taste things nobody ever did before, and like spoiled brats at a roller coaster, we keep screaming for more. The machine, however, has a built-in flaw. It has no reverse gear and cannot go back to the past, near or distant.

According to the passage, we behave like spoiled children because:

We live in a democratic world.

We tend to overreact.

We lack the much-needed sense of satisfaction.

We wish to revisit the past.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q103:

24th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Humans are deluded creatures who always think they are born to rule and dictate. This human delusion has assumed dangerous proportions in these times when humans are on a rampage, destroying and devouring all those they fallaciously perceive as inferior. The religio-scriptural belief humans are the best of all creations has made us believe we are the monarchs of all we survey. The misconception that nature has made us the undisputed supreme species who can eliminate others at will, underscores speciesism. The great Persian mystic Hakim Sanai wrote centuries ago, "Humans must learn to coexist with all creatures," and the poet Anvari said "Hubristic humans are threats to all creatures and non-human animals." All mystics believe the very concept of equality and egalitarianism could be fully understood and realized only when humans could accept the most exalted truth- that even a leaf, an ant, and a branch of tree has a pure essence and spirit, is as sacred as the human spirit. In other words, it is not enough to establish equality and egalitarianism among humans; there should be seamless equality and a spirit of relatable empathy among all. How can we be condescending or disparaging to any other species on Earth? Never forget every particle glitters with effulgence of divinity. The problem with us is our ingrained condescension. Even in our so-called love for animals and other species, there is always an element of pontification that can be equated with Rudyard Kipling's downright pejorative phrase, "The White Man's Burden." Who has given us the right to treat animals the way we have been treating them right from the dawn of human civilization?

The mantra of Speciesism is:-

Man is the most supreme creation of god.

Man is not born to rule.

Peaceful co-existence.

Human element of pontification.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q104:

24th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Humans are deluded creatures who always think they are born to rule and dictate. This human delusion has assumed dangerous proportions in these times when humans are on a rampage, destroying and devouring all those they fallaciously perceive as inferior. The religio-scriptural belief humans are the best of all creations has made us believe we are the monarchs of all we survey. The misconception that nature has made us the undisputed supreme species who can eliminate others at will, underscores speciesism. The great Persian mystic Hakim Sanai wrote centuries ago, "Humans must learn to coexist with all creatures," and the poet Anvari said "Hubristic humans are threats to all creatures and non-human animals." All mystics believe the very concept of equality and egalitarianism could be fully understood and realized only when humans could accept the most exalted truth- that even a leaf, an ant, and a branch of tree has a pure essence and spirit, is as sacred as the human spirit. In other words, it is not enough to establish equality and egalitarianism among humans; there should be seamless equality and a spirit of relatable empathy among all. How can we be condescending or disparaging to any other species on Earth? Never forget every particle glitters with effulgence of divinity. The problem with us is our ingrained condescension. Even in our so-called love for animals and other species, there is always an element of pontification that can be equated with Rudyard Kipling's downright pejorative phrase, "The White Man's Burden." Who has given us the right to treat animals the way we have been treating them right from the dawn of human civilization?

Humans have been called 'deluded' creatures because—

They exhibit humility.

They consider themselves to be the ultimate rulers.

They are very objective.

They possess a scientific temperament.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q105:

24th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Humans are deluded creatures who always think they are born to rule and dictate. This human delusion has assumed dangerous proportions in these times when humans are on a rampage, destroying and devouring all those they fallaciously perceive as inferior. The religio-scriptural belief humans are the best of all creations has made us believe we are the monarchs of all we survey. The misconception that nature has made us the undisputed supreme species who can eliminate others at will, underscores speciesism. The great Persian mystic Hakim Sanai wrote centuries ago, "Humans must learn to coexist with all creatures," and the poet Anvari said "Hubristic humans are threats to all creatures and non-human animals." All mystics believe the very concept of equality and egalitarianism could be fully understood and realized only when humans could accept the most exalted truth- that even a leaf, an ant, and a branch of tree has a pure essence and spirit, is as sacred as the human spirit. In other words, it is not enough to establish equality and egalitarianism among humans; there should be seamless equality and a spirit of relatable empathy among all. How can we be condescending or disparaging to any other species on Earth? Never forget every particle glitters with effulgence of divinity. The problem with us is our ingrained condescension. Even in our so-called love for animals and other species, there is always an element of pontification that can be equated with Rudyard Kipling's downright pejorative phrase, "The White Man's Burden." Who has given us the right to treat animals the way we have been treating them right from the dawn of human civilization?

What destructive human trait is referred to by the phrase "hubristic humans"?

Envy

Greed

Anger

Vanity

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q106:

24th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Humans are deluded creatures who always think they are born to rule and dictate. This human delusion has assumed dangerous proportions in these times when humans are on a rampage, destroying and devouring all those they fallaciously perceive as inferior. The religio-scriptural belief humans are the best of all creations has made us believe we are the monarchs of all we survey. The misconception that nature has made us the undisputed supreme species who can eliminate others at will, underscores speciesism. The great Persian mystic Hakim Sanai wrote centuries ago, "Humans must learn to coexist with all creatures," and the poet Anvari said "Hubristic humans are threats to all creatures and non-human animals." All mystics believe the very concept of equality and egalitarianism could be fully understood and realized only when humans could accept the most exalted truth- that even a leaf, an ant, and a branch of tree has a pure essence and spirit, is as sacred as the human spirit. In other words, it is not enough to establish equality and egalitarianism among humans; there should be seamless equality and a spirit of relatable empathy among all. How can we be condescending or disparaging to any other species on Earth? Never forget every particle glitters with effulgence of divinity. The problem with us is our ingrained condescension. Even in our so-called love for animals and other species, there is always an element of pontification that can be equated with Rudyard Kipling's downright pejorative phrase, "The White Man's Burden." Who has given us the right to treat animals the way we have been treating them right from the dawn of human civilization?

What are the consequences of humanity's delusional misconceptions?

Large-scale destruction.

Humanity's fair and just conduct.

Human rule as a loving monarch

The sanctity of all existence as perceived by humans.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q107:

24th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Humans are deluded creatures who always think they are born to rule and dictate. This human delusion has assumed dangerous proportions in these times when humans are on a rampage, destroying and devouring all those they fallaciously perceive as inferior. The religio-scriptural belief humans are the best of all creations has made us believe we are the monarchs of all we survey. The misconception that nature has made us the undisputed supreme species who can eliminate others at will, underscores speciesism. The great Persian mystic Hakim Sanai wrote centuries ago, "Humans must learn to coexist with all creatures," and the poet Anvari said "Hubristic humans are threats to all creatures and non-human animals." All mystics believe the very concept of equality and egalitarianism could be fully understood and realized only when humans could accept the most exalted truth- that even a leaf, an ant, and a branch of tree has a pure essence and spirit, is as sacred as the human spirit. In other words, it is not enough to establish equality and egalitarianism among humans; there should be seamless equality and a spirit of relatable empathy among all. How can we be condescending or disparaging to any other species on Earth? Never forget every particle glitters with effulgence of divinity. The problem with us is our ingrained condescension. Even in our so-called love for animals and other species, there is always an element of pontification that can be equated with Rudyard Kipling's downright pejorative phrase, "The White Man's Burden." Who has given us the right to treat animals the way we have been treating them right from the dawn of human civilization?

Every particle glittering with 'effulgence of divinity" suggests that...

Human Ingrained Condescension

Humans' love for animals.

Consumption can be pleasurable.

All species were created as equal.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q108:

23rd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The cybersecurity industry is booming thanks to our increasingly digital, auto-mated world. And while this does create a digital landscape that is predatory in nature, it also provides more avenues for techies looking to specialise in a particular field of study – while providing opportunities to do some good in our world. Cybersecurity specialists we spoke to say that artificial intelligence is speeding up both sides of this domain. Offence is quicker at finding weak points while defence is sharper at spotting trouble early. That is why careers are clustering around two complementary specialisms: red teams that think like attackers and blue teams that run the defence. "Red teams are cybersecurity professionals authorised to work on the offensive side, simulating real-world cyberattacks and helping test an organisation's existing defences,” says Zubair Chowgale, sales engineering manager, for APMEA at Securonix. “They document their findings and provide actionable recommendations to the blue team.” Blue teams, he adds, monitor the network, contain threats and respond. Inspira Enterprise's managing director Chetan Jain describes how this plays out across people and technology. He says red teams gather information, run ethical attacks – including phishing campaigns and even tests of physical access – and try to move through a company as a real intruder would. Blue teams, by contrast, spend their days hunting for suspicious signs in logs, investigating alerts and hardening systems so weak spots are removed. In plain words: one side safely breaks while the other side calmly fixes. The best programmes make both sides work together. “Purple team” drills, says Jain, “foster collaboration between red and blue teams,” with both sharing insights in real time, tuning detection rules and building new playbooks together. His team found that continuous feedback loops enabled immediate learning and a shared understanding of where defences needed to improve. Think of it as lessons moving instantly from the attack to the fix.

What is the benefit of continuous feedback loops in cybersecurity as mentioned in the article?

They slow down data breaches

They enable instant learning and system improvement

They ensure financial security

They separate the work of red and blue teams

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q109:

23rd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The cybersecurity industry is booming thanks to our increasingly digital, auto-mated world. And while this does create a digital landscape that is predatory in nature, it also provides more avenues for techies looking to specialise in a particular field of study – while providing opportunities to do some good in our world. Cybersecurity specialists we spoke to say that artificial intelligence is speeding up both sides of this domain. Offence is quicker at finding weak points while defence is sharper at spotting trouble early. That is why careers are clustering around two complementary specialisms: red teams that think like attackers and blue teams that run the defence. "Red teams are cybersecurity professionals authorised to work on the offensive side, simulating real-world cyberattacks and helping test an organisation's existing defences,” says Zubair Chowgale, sales engineering manager, for APMEA at Securonix. “They document their findings and provide actionable recommendations to the blue team.” Blue teams, he adds, monitor the network, contain threats and respond. Inspira Enterprise's managing director Chetan Jain describes how this plays out across people and technology. He says red teams gather information, run ethical attacks – including phishing campaigns and even tests of physical access – and try to move through a company as a real intruder would. Blue teams, by contrast, spend their days hunting for suspicious signs in logs, investigating alerts and hardening systems so weak spots are removed. In plain words: one side safely breaks while the other side calmly fixes. The best programmes make both sides work together. “Purple team” drills, says Jain, “foster collaboration between red and blue teams,” with both sharing insights in real time, tuning detection rules and building new playbooks together. His team found that continuous feedback loops enabled immediate learning and a shared understanding of where defences needed to improve. Think of it as lessons moving instantly from the attack to the fix.

What is the primary role of the red team in cybersecurity?

To develop antivirus software

To work on the offensive side by stimulating cyberattacks

To monitor network for suspicious activity

To manage customer data privacy policies

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q110:

23rd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The cybersecurity industry is booming thanks to our increasingly digital, auto-mated world. And while this does create a digital landscape that is predatory in nature, it also provides more avenues for techies looking to specialise in a particular field of study – while providing opportunities to do some good in our world. Cybersecurity specialists we spoke to say that artificial intelligence is speeding up both sides of this domain. Offence is quicker at finding weak points while defence is sharper at spotting trouble early. That is why careers are clustering around two complementary specialisms: red teams that think like attackers and blue teams that run the defence. "Red teams are cybersecurity professionals authorised to work on the offensive side, simulating real-world cyberattacks and helping test an organisation's existing defences,” says Zubair Chowgale, sales engineering manager, for APMEA at Securonix. “They document their findings and provide actionable recommendations to the blue team.” Blue teams, he adds, monitor the network, contain threats and respond. Inspira Enterprise's managing director Chetan Jain describes how this plays out across people and technology. He says red teams gather information, run ethical attacks – including phishing campaigns and even tests of physical access – and try to move through a company as a real intruder would. Blue teams, by contrast, spend their days hunting for suspicious signs in logs, investigating alerts and hardening systems so weak spots are removed. In plain words: one side safely breaks while the other side calmly fixes. The best programmes make both sides work together. “Purple team” drills, says Jain, “foster collaboration between red and blue teams,” with both sharing insights in real time, tuning detection rules and building new playbooks together. His team found that continuous feedback loops enabled immediate learning and a shared understanding of where defences needed to improve. Think of it as lessons moving instantly from the attack to the fix.

The 'Purple team' in the passage does not assist in

Collaboration between red and blue teams

Tuning detection between red and blue teams

Preparing software for both red and blue teams

Gathering insights from both red and blue teams

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q111:

23rd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The cybersecurity industry is booming thanks to our increasingly digital, auto-mated world. And while this does create a digital landscape that is predatory in nature, it also provides more avenues for techies looking to specialise in a particular field of study – while providing opportunities to do some good in our world. Cybersecurity specialists we spoke to say that artificial intelligence is speeding up both sides of this domain. Offence is quicker at finding weak points while defence is sharper at spotting trouble early. That is why careers are clustering around two complementary specialisms: red teams that think like attackers and blue teams that run the defence. "Red teams are cybersecurity professionals authorised to work on the offensive side, simulating real-world cyberattacks and helping test an organisation's existing defences,” says Zubair Chowgale, sales engineering manager, for APMEA at Securonix. “They document their findings and provide actionable recommendations to the blue team.” Blue teams, he adds, monitor the network, contain threats and respond. Inspira Enterprise's managing director Chetan Jain describes how this plays out across people and technology. He says red teams gather information, run ethical attacks – including phishing campaigns and even tests of physical access – and try to move through a company as a real intruder would. Blue teams, by contrast, spend their days hunting for suspicious signs in logs, investigating alerts and hardening systems so weak spots are removed. In plain words: one side safely breaks while the other side calmly fixes. The best programmes make both sides work together. “Purple team” drills, says Jain, “foster collaboration between red and blue teams,” with both sharing insights in real time, tuning detection rules and building new playbooks together. His team found that continuous feedback loops enabled immediate learning and a shared understanding of where defences needed to improve. Think of it as lessons moving instantly from the attack to the fix.

What does the author mean by one side safely breaks while the other side calmly fixes?

Red team attacks while blue defends and repairs

Both teams would independently without communication

Both teams create weak spots and red team exploits them

Both teams cause intentional system crashes for testing

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q112:

23rd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The cybersecurity industry is booming thanks to our increasingly digital, auto-mated world. And while this does create a digital landscape that is predatory in nature, it also provides more avenues for techies looking to specialise in a particular field of study – while providing opportunities to do some good in our world. Cybersecurity specialists we spoke to say that artificial intelligence is speeding up both sides of this domain. Offence is quicker at finding weak points while defence is sharper at spotting trouble early. That is why careers are clustering around two complementary specialisms: red teams that think like attackers and blue teams that run the defence. "Red teams are cybersecurity professionals authorised to work on the offensive side, simulating real-world cyberattacks and helping test an organisation's existing defences,” says Zubair Chowgale, sales engineering manager, for APMEA at Securonix. “They document their findings and provide actionable recommendations to the blue team.” Blue teams, he adds, monitor the network, contain threats and respond. Inspira Enterprise's managing director Chetan Jain describes how this plays out across people and technology. He says red teams gather information, run ethical attacks – including phishing campaigns and even tests of physical access – and try to move through a company as a real intruder would. Blue teams, by contrast, spend their days hunting for suspicious signs in logs, investigating alerts and hardening systems so weak spots are removed. In plain words: one side safely breaks while the other side calmly fixes. The best programmes make both sides work together. “Purple team” drills, says Jain, “foster collaboration between red and blue teams,” with both sharing insights in real time, tuning detection rules and building new playbooks together. His team found that continuous feedback loops enabled immediate learning and a shared understanding of where defences needed to improve. Think of it as lessons moving instantly from the attack to the fix.

According to the passage, what is the main reason for the boom in the cybersecurity industry?

Increased employment opportunities in IT field

The growing need of human security check

The rise of the digital and automated world

Government investment in AI technology

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q113:

23rd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Dr Solomon Margolin took a last look in the mirror and left the house. He felt refreshed by the half-hour nap he had had after dinner. Despite his age, he still wanted to impress people with his appearance-even the Senciminers. He had his illusions. In Germany he had taken pride in the fact that he looked like a Junker, and in New York he was often aware that he could pass for an Anglo-Saxon. He was tall, slim, blond, blue-eyed. His hair was thinning, had turned somewhat grey, but he managed to disguise these signs of age. He stooped a little, but in company was quick to straighten up. Years ago, in Germany he had worn monocle and though in New York that would have been too pretentious, his glance still retained a European severity. He had his principles. He had never broken the Hippocratic Oath. With his patients he was honourable to an extreme, avoiding every kind of cant; and he had refused a number of dubious associations that smacked of careerism. Gretl claimed his sense of houour amounted to a mania. Dr Margolin's car was in the garage - not a cadillac like that of most his colleagues - but he decides to go by taxi. He was unfamiliar with Brookyln and the heavy snow made driving hazardous. He waved his hand and at once a taxi pulled over to the curb. He was afraid the driver might refuse to go as far as Brownsville, but he flicked the meter on without a word.

The pointer of Dr Solomon's advancing age is his:

blue eyes

blond hair

thinning hair

Anglo-Saxon looks

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q114:

23rd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Dr Solomon Margolin took a last look in the mirror and left the house. He felt refreshed by the half-hour nap he had had after dinner. Despite his age, he still wanted to impress people with his appearance-even the Senciminers. He had his illusions. In Germany he had taken pride in the fact that he looked like a Junker, and in New York he was often aware that he could pass for an Anglo-Saxon. He was tall, slim, blond, blue-eyed. His hair was thinning, had turned somewhat grey, but he managed to disguise these signs of age. He stooped a little, but in company was quick to straighten up. Years ago, in Germany he had worn monocle and though in New York that would have been too pretentious, his glance still retained a European severity. He had his principles. He had never broken the Hippocratic Oath. With his patients he was honourable to an extreme, avoiding every kind of cant; and he had refused a number of dubious associations that smacked of careerism. Gretl claimed his sense of houour amounted to a mania. Dr Margolin's car was in the garage - not a cadillac like that of most his colleagues - but he decides to go by taxi. He was unfamiliar with Brookyln and the heavy snow made driving hazardous. He waved his hand and at once a taxi pulled over to the curb. He was afraid the driver might refuse to go as far as Brownsville, but he flicked the meter on without a word.

Evidently Dr Solomon kept his medical profession __________.

above board

kept in

laid up

cast down

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q115:

23rd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Dr Solomon Margolin took a last look in the mirror and left the house. He felt refreshed by the half-hour nap he had had after dinner. Despite his age, he still wanted to impress people with his appearance-even the Senciminers. He had his illusions. In Germany he had taken pride in the fact that he looked like a Junker, and in New York he was often aware that he could pass for an Anglo-Saxon. He was tall, slim, blond, blue-eyed. His hair was thinning, had turned somewhat grey, but he managed to disguise these signs of age. He stooped a little, but in company was quick to straighten up. Years ago, in Germany he had worn monocle and though in New York that would have been too pretentious, his glance still retained a European severity. He had his principles. He had never broken the Hippocratic Oath. With his patients he was honourable to an extreme, avoiding every kind of cant; and he had refused a number of dubious associations that smacked of careerism. Gretl claimed his sense of houour amounted to a mania. Dr Margolin's car was in the garage - not a cadillac like that of most his colleagues - but he decides to go by taxi. He was unfamiliar with Brookyln and the heavy snow made driving hazardous. He waved his hand and at once a taxi pulled over to the curb. He was afraid the driver might refuse to go as far as Brownsville, but he flicked the meter on without a word.

'He wanted to impress people by his appearance.' This suggested that Dr Solomon was __________ by temperament.

debonair

narcissistic

suave

capricious

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q116:

23rd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Dr Solomon Margolin took a last look in the mirror and left the house. He felt refreshed by the half-hour nap he had had after dinner. Despite his age, he still wanted to impress people with his appearance-even the Senciminers. He had his illusions. In Germany he had taken pride in the fact that he looked like a Junker, and in New York he was often aware that he could pass for an Anglo-Saxon. He was tall, slim, blond, blue-eyed. His hair was thinning, had turned somewhat grey, but he managed to disguise these signs of age. He stooped a little, but in company was quick to straighten up. Years ago, in Germany he had worn monocle and though in New York that would have been too pretentious, his glance still retained a European severity. He had his principles. He had never broken the Hippocratic Oath. With his patients he was honourable to an extreme, avoiding every kind of cant; and he had refused a number of dubious associations that smacked of careerism. Gretl claimed his sense of houour amounted to a mania. Dr Margolin's car was in the garage - not a cadillac like that of most his colleagues - but he decides to go by taxi. He was unfamiliar with Brookyln and the heavy snow made driving hazardous. He waved his hand and at once a taxi pulled over to the curb. He was afraid the driver might refuse to go as far as Brownsville, but he flicked the meter on without a word.

The word closest in meaning to cant is:

misgiving

hypocrisy

degradation

criticism

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q117:

23rd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Dr Solomon Margolin took a last look in the mirror and left the house. He felt refreshed by the half-hour nap he had had after dinner. Despite his age, he still wanted to impress people with his appearance-even the Senciminers. He had his illusions. In Germany he had taken pride in the fact that he looked like a Junker, and in New York he was often aware that he could pass for an Anglo-Saxon. He was tall, slim, blond, blue-eyed. His hair was thinning, had turned somewhat grey, but he managed to disguise these signs of age. He stooped a little, but in company was quick to straighten up. Years ago, in Germany he had worn monocle and though in New York that would have been too pretentious, his glance still retained a European severity. He had his principles. He had never broken the Hippocratic Oath. With his patients he was honourable to an extreme, avoiding every kind of cant; and he had refused a number of dubious associations that smacked of careerism. Gretl claimed his sense of houour amounted to a mania. Dr Margolin's car was in the garage - not a cadillac like that of most his colleagues - but he decides to go by taxi. He was unfamiliar with Brookyln and the heavy snow made driving hazardous. He waved his hand and at once a taxi pulled over to the curb. He was afraid the driver might refuse to go as far as Brownsville, but he flicked the meter on without a word.

Hippocratic oath is taken by the __________.

American clergy

soldiers

scientists

doctors

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q118:

22nd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

Over the last decade, psychologists and cognitive scientists have observed a striking shift in the way young adults engage with information. One of the most frequently studied phenomena is digital distraction—the continuous fragmentation of attention due to notifications, multi-tasking and high-frequency screen engagement. Research from various cognitive labs indicates that task-switching, a behaviour commonly mistaken for multi-tasking, results in what is called a "switch cost": a measurable decline in accuracy and processing speed whenever the brain toggles between competing inputs. Young adults are particularly susceptible because their academic, social and professional spheres increasingly depend on digital platforms. Studies tracking screen-use patterns show that people aged 18–25 check their phones an average of 120–150 times a day, often without conscious awareness. Neuroimaging research suggests that such habitual checking stimulates the brain's dopaminergic reward system, creating an anticipatory loop that reinforces the behaviour even when the content provides little value. A less-discussed consequence is cognitive thinning—a term researchers use to describe the gradual reduction in deep-focus capacity. This does not imply long-term cognitive damage, but rather a reallocation of attentional habits. Individuals accustomed to rapid, low-effort information tend to experience greater difficulty sustaining concentration during tasks requiring extended reasoning, such as reading complex texts or solving multi-step problems. Despite these concerns, experts emphasise that digital engagement itself is not harmful; rather its unregulated use is. Interventions such as timed screen breaks, structured "focus blocks," and switching devices to grayscale mode have been shown to reduce compulsive checking by altering reward expectations. Ultimately, the challenge for young adults is not the presence of technology but the cultivation of deliberate, self-regulated attention in an environment designed to compete for every second of cognitive bandwidth.

In the passage, the phrase "reallocation of attentional habits" implies-

a decline of pathways used in memory

a new focus due to social stress

attention-pattern shaped by punishment

a conscious restructuring of daily routines for efficiency

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q119:

22nd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Over the last decade, psychologists and cognitive scientists have observed a striking shift in the way young adults engage with information. One of the most frequently studied phenomena is digital distraction—the continuous fragmentation of attention due to notifications, multi-tasking and high-frequency screen engagement. Research from various cognitive labs indicates that task-switching, a behaviour commonly mistaken for multi-tasking, results in what is called a "switch cost": a measurable decline in accuracy and processing speed whenever the brain toggles between competing inputs. Young adults are particularly susceptible because their academic, social and professional spheres increasingly depend on digital platforms. Studies tracking screen-use patterns show that people aged 18–25 check their phones an average of 120–150 times a day, often without conscious awareness. Neuroimaging research suggests that such habitual checking stimulates the brain's dopaminergic reward system, creating an anticipatory loop that reinforces the behaviour even when the content provides little value. A less-discussed consequence is cognitive thinning—a term researchers use to describe the gradual reduction in deep-focus capacity. This does not imply long-term cognitive damage, but rather a reallocation of attentional habits. Individuals accustomed to rapid, low-effort information tend to experience greater difficulty sustaining concentration during tasks requiring extended reasoning, such as reading complex texts or solving multi-step problems. Despite these concerns, experts emphasise that digital engagement itself is not harmful; rather its unregulated use is. Interventions such as timed screen breaks, structured "focus blocks," and switching devices to grayscale mode have been shown to reduce compulsive checking by altering reward expectations. Ultimately, the challenge for young adults is not the presence of technology but the cultivation of deliberate, self-regulated attention in an environment designed to compete for every second of cognitive bandwidth.

Which inference is best supported by the passage?

Young adults check their devices frequently because of cognitive thinning.

Notifications are harmful only when connected to academic responsibilities.

Deep-focus tasks are increasingly difficult due to attentional fragmentation.

Grayscale mode enhances attention by improving visual contrast.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q120:

22nd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Over the last decade, psychologists and cognitive scientists have observed a striking shift in the way young adults engage with information. One of the most frequently studied phenomena is digital distraction—the continuous fragmentation of attention due to notifications, multi-tasking and high-frequency screen engagement. Research from various cognitive labs indicates that task-switching, a behaviour commonly mistaken for multi-tasking, results in what is called a "switch cost": a measurable decline in accuracy and processing speed whenever the brain toggles between competing inputs. Young adults are particularly susceptible because their academic, social and professional spheres increasingly depend on digital platforms. Studies tracking screen-use patterns show that people aged 18–25 check their phones an average of 120–150 times a day, often without conscious awareness. Neuroimaging research suggests that such habitual checking stimulates the brain's dopaminergic reward system, creating an anticipatory loop that reinforces the behaviour even when the content provides little value. A less-discussed consequence is cognitive thinning—a term researchers use to describe the gradual reduction in deep-focus capacity. This does not imply long-term cognitive damage, but rather a reallocation of attentional habits. Individuals accustomed to rapid, low-effort information tend to experience greater difficulty sustaining concentration during tasks requiring extended reasoning, such as reading complex texts or solving multi-step problems. Despite these concerns, experts emphasise that digital engagement itself is not harmful; rather its unregulated use is. Interventions such as timed screen breaks, structured "focus blocks," and switching devices to grayscale mode have been shown to reduce compulsive checking by altering reward expectations. Ultimately, the challenge for young adults is not the presence of technology but the cultivation of deliberate, self-regulated attention in an environment designed to compete for every second of cognitive bandwidth.

With reference to the passage, the word "anticipatory" (in "anticipatory loop") means-

without conscious awareness

triggered by expectations of rewards

based on physical response

deliberate decision-making

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q121:

22nd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Over the last decade, psychologists and cognitive scientists have observed a striking shift in the way young adults engage with information. One of the most frequently studied phenomena is digital distraction—the continuous fragmentation of attention due to notifications, multi-tasking and high-frequency screen engagement. Research from various cognitive labs indicates that task-switching, a behaviour commonly mistaken for multi-tasking, results in what is called a "switch cost": a measurable decline in accuracy and processing speed whenever the brain toggles between competing inputs. Young adults are particularly susceptible because their academic, social and professional spheres increasingly depend on digital platforms. Studies tracking screen-use patterns show that people aged 18–25 check their phones an average of 120–150 times a day, often without conscious awareness. Neuroimaging research suggests that such habitual checking stimulates the brain's dopaminergic reward system, creating an anticipatory loop that reinforces the behaviour even when the content provides little value. A less-discussed consequence is cognitive thinning—a term researchers use to describe the gradual reduction in deep-focus capacity. This does not imply long-term cognitive damage, but rather a reallocation of attentional habits. Individuals accustomed to rapid, low-effort information tend to experience greater difficulty sustaining concentration during tasks requiring extended reasoning, such as reading complex texts or solving multi-step problems. Despite these concerns, experts emphasise that digital engagement itself is not harmful; rather its unregulated use is. Interventions such as timed screen breaks, structured "focus blocks," and switching devices to grayscale mode have been shown to reduce compulsive checking by altering reward expectations. Ultimately, the challenge for young adults is not the presence of technology but the cultivation of deliberate, self-regulated attention in an environment designed to compete for every second of cognitive bandwidth.

Which option best reflects the author's stance on digital technology?

It is totally damaging unless medically regulated.

It is harmless, its impact dependent on self-regulation.

It is beneficial only when used outdoors.

It always causes irreversible damage to all.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q122:

22nd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Over the last decade, psychologists and cognitive scientists have observed a striking shift in the way young adults engage with information. One of the most frequently studied phenomena is digital distraction—the continuous fragmentation of attention due to notifications, multi-tasking and high-frequency screen engagement. Research from various cognitive labs indicates that task-switching, a behaviour commonly mistaken for multi-tasking, results in what is called a "switch cost": a measurable decline in accuracy and processing speed whenever the brain toggles between competing inputs. Young adults are particularly susceptible because their academic, social and professional spheres increasingly depend on digital platforms. Studies tracking screen-use patterns show that people aged 18–25 check their phones an average of 120–150 times a day, often without conscious awareness. Neuroimaging research suggests that such habitual checking stimulates the brain's dopaminergic reward system, creating an anticipatory loop that reinforces the behaviour even when the content provides little value. A less-discussed consequence is cognitive thinning—a term researchers use to describe the gradual reduction in deep-focus capacity. This does not imply long-term cognitive damage, but rather a reallocation of attentional habits. Individuals accustomed to rapid, low-effort information tend to experience greater difficulty sustaining concentration during tasks requiring extended reasoning, such as reading complex texts or solving multi-step problems. Despite these concerns, experts emphasise that digital engagement itself is not harmful; rather its unregulated use is. Interventions such as timed screen breaks, structured "focus blocks," and switching devices to grayscale mode have been shown to reduce compulsive checking by altering reward expectations. Ultimately, the challenge for young adults is not the presence of technology but the cultivation of deliberate, self-regulated attention in an environment designed to compete for every second of cognitive bandwidth.

The term "switch cost" in the passage implies that-

multi-tasking improves efficiency

it causes measurable cognitive decline

accuracy declines due to emotions

thinking speed increases

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q123:

22nd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Jo's face was sturdy when she came into the room that evening. There was stormy displeasure in every line of it; her lips were set, her eyes unusually bright and she brought a gust of icy air with her, as if she had swept through a whirlwind of her own making. "I've made a dreadful mistake and I don't know how I ever shall forgive myself," she said grimly, flinging down her bonnet. Meg looked up in alarm. "Jo! What is it?" "I've lost the story—my only copy! I dashed out in such a hurry that the wind carried it straight from my hands. I chased it halfway down the street, but it flew faster than I could run. A boy caught one page and waved it at me as if mocking my idiocy. And then—then it vanished round the corner." She threw herself into a chair, shaking with anger and humiliation. "But surely," Meg ventured softly, "another copy—?" "There isn't another!" Jo cried. "You know how long I worked on it. Every spare moment for months. And now it's gone through my foolish carelessness." A silence followed—heavy, sympathetic. "Perhaps," Meg offered, "there is a reason things happen so. Maybe losing it will make the next one better?" Jo gave a short, almost bitter laugh. "Reason? I see none. Only that my temper ruins more than it mends. I stampede through life like a runaway horse and blame the stones for tripping me. But this time—this time—I alone am to blame." Meg placed a gentle hand on her shoulder, but Jo did not lift her head. She sat rigid, as though the weight of her own expectation had finally fallen upon her.

The 'weight' in "the weight of her own expectation," means-

the physical exhaustion caused by creative work

Meg's severe judgment of Jo's guilt

internal standards whose failure feels heavy

societal pressure that Jo feels dutybound to uphold

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q124:

22nd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Jo's face was sturdy when she came into the room that evening. There was stormy displeasure in every line of it; her lips were set, her eyes unusually bright and she brought a gust of icy air with her, as if she had swept through a whirlwind of her own making. "I've made a dreadful mistake and I don't know how I ever shall forgive myself," she said grimly, flinging down her bonnet. Meg looked up in alarm. "Jo! What is it?" "I've lost the story—my only copy! I dashed out in such a hurry that the wind carried it straight from my hands. I chased it halfway down the street, but it flew faster than I could run. A boy caught one page and waved it at me as if mocking my idiocy. And then—then it vanished round the corner." She threw herself into a chair, shaking with anger and humiliation. "But surely," Meg ventured softly, "another copy—?" "There isn't another!" Jo cried. "You know how long I worked on it. Every spare moment for months. And now it's gone through my foolish carelessness." A silence followed—heavy, sympathetic. "Perhaps," Meg offered, "there is a reason things happen so. Maybe losing it will make the next one better?" Jo gave a short, almost bitter laugh. "Reason? I see none. Only that my temper ruins more than it mends. I stampede through life like a runaway horse and blame the stones for tripping me. But this time—this time—I alone am to blame." Meg placed a gentle hand on her shoulder, but Jo did not lift her head. She sat rigid, as though the weight of her own expectation had finally fallen upon her.

Meg says "there is a reason things happen so" to -

suggest that Jo secretly wished to destroy the story.

make Jo realise her mistake.

belittle Jo for her misery.

gently nudge Jo to be more accepting of nature's plan.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q125:

22nd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Jo's face was sturdy when she came into the room that evening. There was stormy displeasure in every line of it; her lips were set, her eyes unusually bright and she brought a gust of icy air with her, as if she had swept through a whirlwind of her own making. "I've made a dreadful mistake and I don't know how I ever shall forgive myself," she said grimly, flinging down her bonnet. Meg looked up in alarm. "Jo! What is it?" "I've lost the story—my only copy! I dashed out in such a hurry that the wind carried it straight from my hands. I chased it halfway down the street, but it flew faster than I could run. A boy caught one page and waved it at me as if mocking my idiocy. And then—then it vanished round the corner." She threw herself into a chair, shaking with anger and humiliation. "But surely," Meg ventured softly, "another copy—?" "There isn't another!" Jo cried. "You know how long I worked on it. Every spare moment for months. And now it's gone through my foolish carelessness." A silence followed—heavy, sympathetic. "Perhaps," Meg offered, "there is a reason things happen so. Maybe losing it will make the next one better?" Jo gave a short, almost bitter laugh. "Reason? I see none. Only that my temper ruins more than it mends. I stampede through life like a runaway horse and blame the stones for tripping me. But this time—this time—I alone am to blame." Meg placed a gentle hand on her shoulder, but Jo did not lift her head. She sat rigid, as though the weight of her own expectation had finally fallen upon her.

Which option is closest to Jo's view of herself?

agent of chaos whose temper amplifies missteps

unrecognised genius longing for recognition

passive victim of fate

creator who doesn't appreciate feelings

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q126:

22nd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Jo's face was sturdy when she came into the room that evening. There was stormy displeasure in every line of it; her lips were set, her eyes unusually bright and she brought a gust of icy air with her, as if she had swept through a whirlwind of her own making. "I've made a dreadful mistake and I don't know how I ever shall forgive myself," she said grimly, flinging down her bonnet. Meg looked up in alarm. "Jo! What is it?" "I've lost the story—my only copy! I dashed out in such a hurry that the wind carried it straight from my hands. I chased it halfway down the street, but it flew faster than I could run. A boy caught one page and waved it at me as if mocking my idiocy. And then—then it vanished round the corner." She threw herself into a chair, shaking with anger and humiliation. "But surely," Meg ventured softly, "another copy—?" "There isn't another!" Jo cried. "You know how long I worked on it. Every spare moment for months. And now it's gone through my foolish carelessness." A silence followed—heavy, sympathetic. "Perhaps," Meg offered, "there is a reason things happen so. Maybe losing it will make the next one better?" Jo gave a short, almost bitter laugh. "Reason? I see none. Only that my temper ruins more than it mends. I stampede through life like a runaway horse and blame the stones for tripping me. But this time—this time—I alone am to blame." Meg placed a gentle hand on her shoulder, but Jo did not lift her head. She sat rigid, as though the weight of her own expectation had finally fallen upon her.

In the passage Jo is angry with-

Meg

the boy

herself

a runaway horse

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q127:

22nd May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Jo's face was sturdy when she came into the room that evening. There was stormy displeasure in every line of it; her lips were set, her eyes unusually bright and she brought a gust of icy air with her, as if she had swept through a whirlwind of her own making. "I've made a dreadful mistake and I don't know how I ever shall forgive myself," she said grimly, flinging down her bonnet. Meg looked up in alarm. "Jo! What is it?" "I've lost the story—my only copy! I dashed out in such a hurry that the wind carried it straight from my hands. I chased it halfway down the street, but it flew faster than I could run. A boy caught one page and waved it at me as if mocking my idiocy. And then—then it vanished round the corner." She threw herself into a chair, shaking with anger and humiliation. "But surely," Meg ventured softly, "another copy—?" "There isn't another!" Jo cried. "You know how long I worked on it. Every spare moment for months. And now it's gone through my foolish carelessness." A silence followed—heavy, sympathetic. "Perhaps," Meg offered, "there is a reason things happen so. Maybe losing it will make the next one better?" Jo gave a short, almost bitter laugh. "Reason? I see none. Only that my temper ruins more than it mends. I stampede through life like a runaway horse and blame the stones for tripping me. But this time—this time—I alone am to blame." Meg placed a gentle hand on her shoulder, but Jo did not lift her head. She sat rigid, as though the weight of her own expectation had finally fallen upon her.

In the passage, Jo's emotional conflict is mainly due to -

resentment toward Meg's calmness.

suspicion that the story was stolen on purpose.

putting the blame on the reckless wind

realistion of her impulsiveness as self-sabotage.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q128:

21st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Attempts to lose weight often end in disappointment. This pattern is extremely common in modern life. Research shows that barely 20% of people manage to maintain lost weight after a year. This failure is not about shaming individuals; it reflects a serious public health risk comparable to smoking. Recent findings in a series of papers named Lacent underline two essential points. First, ultra-processed foods have steadily weakened people's ability to make healthy choices. Second, only strong and coordinated policy measures can rebuild a food environment that supports better habits. Consider something as simple as yogurt. What seems like a healthy snack is usually packed with modified starches, emulsifiers, sweeteners and colourings. With busy work schedules, few people have time to prepare fresh alternatives, especially those who carry and balance multiple responsibilities. This is where policy can matter. Front-of-package warnings, limits on marketing to children and fiscal measures that prevent large corporations from making profit on public health, society must acknowledge how harmful highly engineered food has become. People need to resist such products. Instead, they must replace them with real cooking. Ultra-processed foods feel addictive because they are designed to override the body's hunger signals. When people eat them compulsively, it is not simply weakness, it is the outcome of meticulous industrial engineering to hijack human biology. Even something labelled as a "strawberry" may contain dozens of artificial chemicals and no real fruit. While policymakers delay reforms, everyone turns to chips, sweets and cola for comfort during stress and loneliness. Ultimately, despite the structural issues, personal discipline still plays a crucial role. Choosing healthier food is genuinely challenging- sometimes as demanding as other major acts of self-control in life. We can view the greater empathy. It is no less tough than buying a house or sending a child abroad.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a characteristic of ultra-processed foods?

They disrupt natural hunger signals.

They are free from chemicals and artificial additives.

They may contain dozens of chemicals instead of real fruits.

They encourage consumption of snacks.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q129:

21st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Attempts to lose weight often end in disappointment. This pattern is extremely common in modern life. Research shows that barely 20% of people manage to maintain lost weight after a year. This failure is not about shaming individuals; it reflects a serious public health risk comparable to smoking. Recent findings in a series of papers named Lacent underline two essential points. First, ultra-processed foods have steadily weakened people's ability to make healthy choices. Second, only strong and coordinated policy measures can rebuild a food environment that supports better habits. Consider something as simple as yogurt. What seems like a healthy snack is usually packed with modified starches, emulsifiers, sweeteners and colourings. With busy work schedules, few people have time to prepare fresh alternatives, especially those who carry and balance multiple responsibilities. This is where policy can matter. Front-of-package warnings, limits on marketing to children and fiscal measures that prevent large corporations from making profit on public health, society must acknowledge how harmful highly engineered food has become. People need to resist such products. Instead, they must replace them with real cooking. Ultra-processed foods feel addictive because they are designed to override the body's hunger signals. When people eat them compulsively, it is not simply weakness, it is the outcome of meticulous industrial engineering to hijack human biology. Even something labelled as a "strawberry" may contain dozens of artificial chemicals and no real fruit. While policymakers delay reforms, everyone turns to chips, sweets and cola for comfort during stress and loneliness. Ultimately, despite the structural issues, personal discipline still plays a crucial role. Choosing healthier food is genuinely challenging- sometimes as demanding as other major acts of self-control in life. We can view the greater empathy. It is no less tough than buying a house or sending a child abroad.

According to the passage front-of-package warnings and marketing restrictions are important as-

they increase the profits of food manufacturers.

they guide consumers to make informed choices .

they reduce the cost of producing yoghurt.

they help in eliminating the personal dietary discipline.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q130:

21st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Attempts to lose weight often end in disappointment. This pattern is extremely common in modern life. Research shows that barely 20% of people manage to maintain lost weight after a year. This failure is not about shaming individuals; it reflects a serious public health risk comparable to smoking. Recent findings in a series of papers named Lacent underline two essential points. First, ultra-processed foods have steadily weakened people's ability to make healthy choices. Second, only strong and coordinated policy measures can rebuild a food environment that supports better habits. Consider something as simple as yogurt. What seems like a healthy snack is usually packed with modified starches, emulsifiers, sweeteners and colourings. With busy work schedules, few people have time to prepare fresh alternatives, especially those who carry and balance multiple responsibilities. This is where policy can matter. Front-of-package warnings, limits on marketing to children and fiscal measures that prevent large corporations from making profit on public health, society must acknowledge how harmful highly engineered food has become. People need to resist such products. Instead, they must replace them with real cooking. Ultra-processed foods feel addictive because they are designed to override the body's hunger signals. When people eat them compulsively, it is not simply weakness, it is the outcome of meticulous industrial engineering to hijack human biology. Even something labelled as a "strawberry" may contain dozens of artificial chemicals and no real fruit. While policymakers delay reforms, everyone turns to chips, sweets and cola for comfort during stress and loneliness. Ultimately, despite the structural issues, personal discipline still plays a crucial role. Choosing healthier food is genuinely challenging- sometimes as demanding as other major acts of self-control in life. We can view the greater empathy. It is no less tough than buying a house or sending a child abroad.

What is the central concern of the passage?

Weight-loss failure is mainly due to people lacking will power.

Ultra-processed foods and weak health policy contribute to unhealthy eating patterns.

Home-made food is always superior because it contains no chemicals.

People should completely stop eating yogurt and packaged snacks.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q131:

21st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Attempts to lose weight often end in disappointment. This pattern is extremely common in modern life. Research shows that barely 20% of people manage to maintain lost weight after a year. This failure is not about shaming individuals; it reflects a serious public health risk comparable to smoking. Recent findings in a series of papers named Lacent underline two essential points. First, ultra-processed foods have steadily weakened people's ability to make healthy choices. Second, only strong and coordinated policy measures can rebuild a food environment that supports better habits. Consider something as simple as yogurt. What seems like a healthy snack is usually packed with modified starches, emulsifiers, sweeteners and colourings. With busy work schedules, few people have time to prepare fresh alternatives, especially those who carry and balance multiple responsibilities. This is where policy can matter. Front-of-package warnings, limits on marketing to children and fiscal measures that prevent large corporations from making profit on public health, society must acknowledge how harmful highly engineered food has become. People need to resist such products. Instead, they must replace them with real cooking. Ultra-processed foods feel addictive because they are designed to override the body's hunger signals. When people eat them compulsively, it is not simply weakness, it is the outcome of meticulous industrial engineering to hijack human biology. Even something labelled as a "strawberry" may contain dozens of artificial chemicals and no real fruit. While policymakers delay reforms, everyone turns to chips, sweets and cola for comfort during stress and loneliness. Ultimately, despite the structural issues, personal discipline still plays a crucial role. Choosing healthier food is genuinely challenging- sometimes as demanding as other major acts of self-control in life. We can view the greater empathy. It is no less tough than buying a house or sending a child abroad.

Choose the word with a similar meaning to the underlined word from the given options. Ultra-processed foods are addictive because they are designed to override the body's natural hunger.

refine

flourish

reject

protest

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q132:

21st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Attempts to lose weight often end in disappointment. This pattern is extremely common in modern life. Research shows that barely 20% of people manage to maintain lost weight after a year. This failure is not about shaming individuals; it reflects a serious public health risk comparable to smoking. Recent findings in a series of papers named Lacent underline two essential points. First, ultra-processed foods have steadily weakened people's ability to make healthy choices. Second, only strong and coordinated policy measures can rebuild a food environment that supports better habits. Consider something as simple as yogurt. What seems like a healthy snack is usually packed with modified starches, emulsifiers, sweeteners and colourings. With busy work schedules, few people have time to prepare fresh alternatives, especially those who carry and balance multiple responsibilities. This is where policy can matter. Front-of-package warnings, limits on marketing to children and fiscal measures that prevent large corporations from making profit on public health, society must acknowledge how harmful highly engineered food has become. People need to resist such products. Instead, they must replace them with real cooking. Ultra-processed foods feel addictive because they are designed to override the body's hunger signals. When people eat them compulsively, it is not simply weakness, it is the outcome of meticulous industrial engineering to hijack human biology. Even something labelled as a "strawberry" may contain dozens of artificial chemicals and no real fruit. While policymakers delay reforms, everyone turns to chips, sweets and cola for comfort during stress and loneliness. Ultimately, despite the structural issues, personal discipline still plays a crucial role. Choosing healthier food is genuinely challenging- sometimes as demanding as other major acts of self-control in life. We can view the greater empathy. It is no less tough than buying a house or sending a child abroad.

In the passage, the phrase "engineered to hijack human biology" refers to:

Foods that provide essential nutrients quickly.

Foods deliberately designed to override normal hunger and satiety signals.

Foods created to taste natural despite being artificial.

Foods that are processed using advanced mechanical machines.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q133:

21st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Perceptions of time have shifted greatly over the years and many of the novels I have read recently reflect a renewed concern with their passage. Anthony Powell's Cycle A Dance to the Music of Time is one example. Its title, taken from Poussin's painting, evokes the universal inability to control life's unfolding rhythm. Powell's work even includes a brief portrait of my predecessor in History Today, Peter Quennell. Yet the novel that illuminates our era most, indeed, time itself - is one I revisited after more than a decade, Thomas Mann's The Magic Mountain. It was written in a crisis and doubt. It was published in1942 between two European catastrophes and after a pandemic. The very idea of fixed time had been unsettled by Einstein's 1905 Theory of Relativity, which gave scientific weight to earlier philosophical explorations. The novel follows Hans Castrop, a young marine engineer with a modest private income. He visits his tubercular cousin at the International Sanatorium above Davos. "Can one narrate time itself?", Castrope wonders. Planning to stay for three weeks, he instead remains for seven years. Life in the sanatorium alters his sense of time's tempo. Why hurry back to work when one can wander the mountains with cosmopolitans, pursue romance and explore art, the occult and the natural world? Doctors are happy to offer medical justification for his extended retreat and to separate him from his money but withdrawal has limits. Reality, Mann suggested, can be postponed only so long. The novel ultimately raises a question that resonates strongly today. Reality can not be put off forever.

What causes Hans Castrop to extend his stay at the sanatorium from weeks to years?

He is pressured by his family to remain there.

The doctors insist on strict treatment.

The opportunity to explore life at a leisurely pace.

He could not afford to return home.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q134:

21st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Perceptions of time have shifted greatly over the years and many of the novels I have read recently reflect a renewed concern with their passage. Anthony Powell's Cycle A Dance to the Music of Time is one example. Its title, taken from Poussin's painting, evokes the universal inability to control life's unfolding rhythm. Powell's work even includes a brief portrait of my predecessor in History Today, Peter Quennell. Yet the novel that illuminates our era most, indeed, time itself - is one I revisited after more than a decade, Thomas Mann's The Magic Mountain. It was written in a crisis and doubt. It was published in1942 between two European catastrophes and after a pandemic. The very idea of fixed time had been unsettled by Einstein's 1905 Theory of Relativity, which gave scientific weight to earlier philosophical explorations. The novel follows Hans Castrop, a young marine engineer with a modest private income. He visits his tubercular cousin at the International Sanatorium above Davos. "Can one narrate time itself?", Castrope wonders. Planning to stay for three weeks, he instead remains for seven years. Life in the sanatorium alters his sense of time's tempo. Why hurry back to work when one can wander the mountains with cosmopolitans, pursue romance and explore art, the occult and the natural world? Doctors are happy to offer medical justification for his extended retreat and to separate him from his money but withdrawal has limits. Reality, Mann suggested, can be postponed only so long. The novel ultimately raises a question that resonates strongly today. Reality can not be put off forever.

Why does The Magic Mountain gain renewed relevance for contemporary readers, according to the passage?

It offers practical medical knowledge about pandemics.

It mirrors today's scientific advancements in Physics

It was written during a period marked by crisis and uncertainty.

It discusses the decline of European literature.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q135:

21st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Perceptions of time have shifted greatly over the years and many of the novels I have read recently reflect a renewed concern with their passage. Anthony Powell's Cycle A Dance to the Music of Time is one example. Its title, taken from Poussin's painting, evokes the universal inability to control life's unfolding rhythm. Powell's work even includes a brief portrait of my predecessor in History Today, Peter Quennell. Yet the novel that illuminates our era most, indeed, time itself - is one I revisited after more than a decade, Thomas Mann's The Magic Mountain. It was written in a crisis and doubt. It was published in1942 between two European catastrophes and after a pandemic. The very idea of fixed time had been unsettled by Einstein's 1905 Theory of Relativity, which gave scientific weight to earlier philosophical explorations. The novel follows Hans Castrop, a young marine engineer with a modest private income. He visits his tubercular cousin at the International Sanatorium above Davos. "Can one narrate time itself?", Castrope wonders. Planning to stay for three weeks, he instead remains for seven years. Life in the sanatorium alters his sense of time's tempo. Why hurry back to work when one can wander the mountains with cosmopolitans, pursue romance and explore art, the occult and the natural world? Doctors are happy to offer medical justification for his extended retreat and to separate him from his money but withdrawal has limits. Reality, Mann suggested, can be postponed only so long. The novel ultimately raises a question that resonates strongly today. Reality can not be put off forever.

Which scientific concept influenced changing perceptions of time, as highlighted in the passage?

Darwin's Theory of Evolution

Freud's Psychoanalytic Theory

Einstein's Theory of Relativity

Newton's law of Gravitation

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q136:

21st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Perceptions of time have shifted greatly over the years and many of the novels I have read recently reflect a renewed concern with their passage. Anthony Powell's Cycle A Dance to the Music of Time is one example. Its title, taken from Poussin's painting, evokes the universal inability to control life's unfolding rhythm. Powell's work even includes a brief portrait of my predecessor in History Today, Peter Quennell. Yet the novel that illuminates our era most, indeed, time itself - is one I revisited after more than a decade, Thomas Mann's The Magic Mountain. It was written in a crisis and doubt. It was published in1942 between two European catastrophes and after a pandemic. The very idea of fixed time had been unsettled by Einstein's 1905 Theory of Relativity, which gave scientific weight to earlier philosophical explorations. The novel follows Hans Castrop, a young marine engineer with a modest private income. He visits his tubercular cousin at the International Sanatorium above Davos. "Can one narrate time itself?", Castrope wonders. Planning to stay for three weeks, he instead remains for seven years. Life in the sanatorium alters his sense of time's tempo. Why hurry back to work when one can wander the mountains with cosmopolitans, pursue romance and explore art, the occult and the natural world? Doctors are happy to offer medical justification for his extended retreat and to separate him from his money but withdrawal has limits. Reality, Mann suggested, can be postponed only so long. The novel ultimately raises a question that resonates strongly today. Reality can not be put off forever.

Which of the following concepts has Not been discussed in the given passage concerning the novels mentioned?

dealing with crisis

limited control over life events

passage of time

benefits of living with nature

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q137:

21st May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Perceptions of time have shifted greatly over the years and many of the novels I have read recently reflect a renewed concern with their passage. Anthony Powell's Cycle A Dance to the Music of Time is one example. Its title, taken from Poussin's painting, evokes the universal inability to control life's unfolding rhythm. Powell's work even includes a brief portrait of my predecessor in History Today, Peter Quennell. Yet the novel that illuminates our era most, indeed, time itself - is one I revisited after more than a decade, Thomas Mann's The Magic Mountain. It was written in a crisis and doubt. It was published in1942 between two European catastrophes and after a pandemic. The very idea of fixed time had been unsettled by Einstein's 1905 Theory of Relativity, which gave scientific weight to earlier philosophical explorations. The novel follows Hans Castrop, a young marine engineer with a modest private income. He visits his tubercular cousin at the International Sanatorium above Davos. "Can one narrate time itself?", Castrope wonders. Planning to stay for three weeks, he instead remains for seven years. Life in the sanatorium alters his sense of time's tempo. Why hurry back to work when one can wander the mountains with cosmopolitans, pursue romance and explore art, the occult and the natural world? Doctors are happy to offer medical justification for his extended retreat and to separate him from his money but withdrawal has limits. Reality, Mann suggested, can be postponed only so long. The novel ultimately raises a question that resonates strongly today. Reality can not be put off forever.

What central idea connects Anthony Powell's works as described in the passage?

The importance of political change

The shifting human understanding of time

The role of art in shaping society

The influence of European wars on literature

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q138:

21st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Colour therapy, also known as chromotherapy, is a form of therapy that uses colour and light to treat certain mental and physical health conditions. We can trace this form of therapy back to the ancient Egyptians. They made use of sun-filled rooms with coloured glasses for therapeutic purposes. Although colour therapy has gained some popularity over the years, it's still not a widely accepted form of therapy in Western medicine. Many medical experts consider it to be pseudoscience or quackery. There are two major techniques of colour therapy. It can either be done through sight, that is, by looking at a particular colour in hopes that it elicits the desired response in your body or by directly reflecting certain colours on parts of the body. Colour therapists believe that colour can enter our bodies either through our eyes or skin. Each colour we can see has its wavelength and unique frequency. Each unique frequency has a different effect on people and is used for different purposes. Warm colours are typically used for stimulating effects, while cool colours are used for calming effects. Certain colours like blue and green are thought to have soothing effects on people who are stressed or anxious. Warm and stimulating colours are thought to boost your appetite when you struggle with having a desire for food. Colours such as red and yellow are believed to boost your energy and make you more motivated. The effects of certain colours on people may range from person to person. Colours most people might find calming or soothing might be anxiety-inducing or depressing to others.

Which of the following is not an effect of colours?

Simulating effect by warm colours

Calming effect of cool colours

Colours can treat physical and mental illness

Colours can be used to prepare food also

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q139:

21st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Colour therapy, also known as chromotherapy, is a form of therapy that uses colour and light to treat certain mental and physical health conditions. We can trace this form of therapy back to the ancient Egyptians. They made use of sun-filled rooms with coloured glasses for therapeutic purposes. Although colour therapy has gained some popularity over the years, it's still not a widely accepted form of therapy in Western medicine. Many medical experts consider it to be pseudoscience or quackery. There are two major techniques of colour therapy. It can either be done through sight, that is, by looking at a particular colour in hopes that it elicits the desired response in your body or by directly reflecting certain colours on parts of the body. Colour therapists believe that colour can enter our bodies either through our eyes or skin. Each colour we can see has its wavelength and unique frequency. Each unique frequency has a different effect on people and is used for different purposes. Warm colours are typically used for stimulating effects, while cool colours are used for calming effects. Certain colours like blue and green are thought to have soothing effects on people who are stressed or anxious. Warm and stimulating colours are thought to boost your appetite when you struggle with having a desire for food. Colours such as red and yellow are believed to boost your energy and make you more motivated. The effects of certain colours on people may range from person to person. Colours most people might find calming or soothing might be anxiety-inducing or depressing to others.

Which of the following statements about colour therapy is incorrect?

The effects of certain colours on people are different from person to person.

Colours can be soothing for some and depressing for others.

Western medical experts have used sun-filled rooms with coloured glass for therapeutic purposes.

Each wavelength has a different effect on people and is used for different purposes.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q140:

21st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Colour therapy, also known as chromotherapy, is a form of therapy that uses colour and light to treat certain mental and physical health conditions. We can trace this form of therapy back to the ancient Egyptians. They made use of sun-filled rooms with coloured glasses for therapeutic purposes. Although colour therapy has gained some popularity over the years, it's still not a widely accepted form of therapy in Western medicine. Many medical experts consider it to be pseudoscience or quackery. There are two major techniques of colour therapy. It can either be done through sight, that is, by looking at a particular colour in hopes that it elicits the desired response in your body or by directly reflecting certain colours on parts of the body. Colour therapists believe that colour can enter our bodies either through our eyes or skin. Each colour we can see has its wavelength and unique frequency. Each unique frequency has a different effect on people and is used for different purposes. Warm colours are typically used for stimulating effects, while cool colours are used for calming effects. Certain colours like blue and green are thought to have soothing effects on people who are stressed or anxious. Warm and stimulating colours are thought to boost your appetite when you struggle with having a desire for food. Colours such as red and yellow are believed to boost your energy and make you more motivated. The effects of certain colours on people may range from person to person. Colours most people might find calming or soothing might be anxiety-inducing or depressing to others.

Colour therapy is still not accepted as a form of treatment by majority of western medical fraternity as

their approval has not been taken.

it uses warm and cool colours separately.

they consider it as fake and deceptive.

they consider it dangerous.

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Option 3

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Q141:

21st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Colour therapy, also known as chromotherapy, is a form of therapy that uses colour and light to treat certain mental and physical health conditions. We can trace this form of therapy back to the ancient Egyptians. They made use of sun-filled rooms with coloured glasses for therapeutic purposes. Although colour therapy has gained some popularity over the years, it's still not a widely accepted form of therapy in Western medicine. Many medical experts consider it to be pseudoscience or quackery. There are two major techniques of colour therapy. It can either be done through sight, that is, by looking at a particular colour in hopes that it elicits the desired response in your body or by directly reflecting certain colours on parts of the body. Colour therapists believe that colour can enter our bodies either through our eyes or skin. Each colour we can see has its wavelength and unique frequency. Each unique frequency has a different effect on people and is used for different purposes. Warm colours are typically used for stimulating effects, while cool colours are used for calming effects. Certain colours like blue and green are thought to have soothing effects on people who are stressed or anxious. Warm and stimulating colours are thought to boost your appetite when you struggle with having a desire for food. Colours such as red and yellow are believed to boost your energy and make you more motivated. The effects of certain colours on people may range from person to person. Colours most people might find calming or soothing might be anxiety-inducing or depressing to others.

Which of the following pairs of colour and their treatment is incorrect?

Blue colour can relieve stress.

Green colour can increase strain.

Warm colours can increase your desire for food.

Yellow colour can motivate you.

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Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q142:

21st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Colour therapy, also known as chromotherapy, is a form of therapy that uses colour and light to treat certain mental and physical health conditions. We can trace this form of therapy back to the ancient Egyptians. They made use of sun-filled rooms with coloured glasses for therapeutic purposes. Although colour therapy has gained some popularity over the years, it's still not a widely accepted form of therapy in Western medicine. Many medical experts consider it to be pseudoscience or quackery. There are two major techniques of colour therapy. It can either be done through sight, that is, by looking at a particular colour in hopes that it elicits the desired response in your body or by directly reflecting certain colours on parts of the body. Colour therapists believe that colour can enter our bodies either through our eyes or skin. Each colour we can see has its wavelength and unique frequency. Each unique frequency has a different effect on people and is used for different purposes. Warm colours are typically used for stimulating effects, while cool colours are used for calming effects. Certain colours like blue and green are thought to have soothing effects on people who are stressed or anxious. Warm and stimulating colours are thought to boost your appetite when you struggle with having a desire for food. Colours such as red and yellow are believed to boost your energy and make you more motivated. The effects of certain colours on people may range from person to person. Colours most people might find calming or soothing might be anxiety-inducing or depressing to others.

Which of the following is not one of the techniques of colour therapy?

Through seeing the colours

Through studying the effect of colour on body

Through reflecting colours on parts of body

Through drinking colourful water without seeing

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Option 4

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Q143:

21st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Swami's day takes a turn when he finds himself alone after the Geography Master's absence. He wanders the school corridors, looking down on the younger kids engaged in seemingly trivial activities like playing with clay. To Swami, school should be about serious subjects, not child's play. Eventually, he finds his friends, but their demeanor is off; they seem distant and unfriendly. When Swami attempts to join their game, he is met with ridicule, particularly the insult of being called "Rajam's Tail," which signifies his perceived eagerness to follow only one friend, Rajam. This harsh label hits Swami hard, leaving him embarrassed and feeling isolated. In English class, Swami struggles to focus on the lesson, his mind plagued by feelings of rejection. After school, he walks home in a daze, contemplating the rift between him and his friends. When he reaches home, he distracts himself by watching a piece of tin float by in the gutter, creating a makeshift boat for it using paper. As he gets lost in his thoughts while observing the boat's journey, it encounters many obstacles, symbolising his own struggles and feelings of helplessness. Though Swami tries to adapt to his new social position as an outcast, he often longs for his old friendships. The day starts with Swaminathan eagerly cleaning his room and preparing for Rajam's arrival, worried about how to make a good impression. When Rajam arrives, the visit exceeds Swaminathan's expectations; the atmosphere is pleasant with good food and good conversation. They chat about everything from local friends to tiger-hunting tales. Swaminathan feels a bit shy when Rajam inquires about his books, adding to the comedic moments.

How did Swamy resolve the situation he found himself in?

He did nothing to resolve the situation.

He decided to become more friendly with his classmates.

He resigned to the fact of being an outsider.

He left the company of his friends and considered them outcasts.

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Option 3

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Q144:

21st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Swami's day takes a turn when he finds himself alone after the Geography Master's absence. He wanders the school corridors, looking down on the younger kids engaged in seemingly trivial activities like playing with clay. To Swami, school should be about serious subjects, not child's play. Eventually, he finds his friends, but their demeanor is off; they seem distant and unfriendly. When Swami attempts to join their game, he is met with ridicule, particularly the insult of being called "Rajam's Tail," which signifies his perceived eagerness to follow only one friend, Rajam. This harsh label hits Swami hard, leaving him embarrassed and feeling isolated. In English class, Swami struggles to focus on the lesson, his mind plagued by feelings of rejection. After school, he walks home in a daze, contemplating the rift between him and his friends. When he reaches home, he distracts himself by watching a piece of tin float by in the gutter, creating a makeshift boat for it using paper. As he gets lost in his thoughts while observing the boat's journey, it encounters many obstacles, symbolising his own struggles and feelings of helplessness. Though Swami tries to adapt to his new social position as an outcast, he often longs for his old friendships. The day starts with Swaminathan eagerly cleaning his room and preparing for Rajam's arrival, worried about how to make a good impression. When Rajam arrives, the visit exceeds Swaminathan's expectations; the atmosphere is pleasant with good food and good conversation. They chat about everything from local friends to tiger-hunting tales. Swaminathan feels a bit shy when Rajam inquires about his books, adding to the comedic moments.

Swami is not popular with his classmates as-

the children were unfriendly.

he was friends with only one student.

he didn't know how to play games.

the children were scared of his aloofness.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q145:

21st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Swami's day takes a turn when he finds himself alone after the Geography Master's absence. He wanders the school corridors, looking down on the younger kids engaged in seemingly trivial activities like playing with clay. To Swami, school should be about serious subjects, not child's play. Eventually, he finds his friends, but their demeanor is off; they seem distant and unfriendly. When Swami attempts to join their game, he is met with ridicule, particularly the insult of being called "Rajam's Tail," which signifies his perceived eagerness to follow only one friend, Rajam. This harsh label hits Swami hard, leaving him embarrassed and feeling isolated. In English class, Swami struggles to focus on the lesson, his mind plagued by feelings of rejection. After school, he walks home in a daze, contemplating the rift between him and his friends. When he reaches home, he distracts himself by watching a piece of tin float by in the gutter, creating a makeshift boat for it using paper. As he gets lost in his thoughts while observing the boat's journey, it encounters many obstacles, symbolising his own struggles and feelings of helplessness. Though Swami tries to adapt to his new social position as an outcast, he often longs for his old friendships. The day starts with Swaminathan eagerly cleaning his room and preparing for Rajam's arrival, worried about how to make a good impression. When Rajam arrives, the visit exceeds Swaminathan's expectations; the atmosphere is pleasant with good food and good conversation. They chat about everything from local friends to tiger-hunting tales. Swaminathan feels a bit shy when Rajam inquires about his books, adding to the comedic moments.

Which of the following is incorrect regarding the visit of his friend?

The atmosphere was pleasant with good food and good conversation.

They talked about their friends and exchanged notes on hunting tales.

His friend was interested in his books, adding to the comedic moments.

They talked about the day at school and behaviour of classmates.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q146:

21st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Swami's day takes a turn when he finds himself alone after the Geography Master's absence. He wanders the school corridors, looking down on the younger kids engaged in seemingly trivial activities like playing with clay. To Swami, school should be about serious subjects, not child's play. Eventually, he finds his friends, but their demeanor is off; they seem distant and unfriendly. When Swami attempts to join their game, he is met with ridicule, particularly the insult of being called "Rajam's Tail," which signifies his perceived eagerness to follow only one friend, Rajam. This harsh label hits Swami hard, leaving him embarrassed and feeling isolated. In English class, Swami struggles to focus on the lesson, his mind plagued by feelings of rejection. After school, he walks home in a daze, contemplating the rift between him and his friends. When he reaches home, he distracts himself by watching a piece of tin float by in the gutter, creating a makeshift boat for it using paper. As he gets lost in his thoughts while observing the boat's journey, it encounters many obstacles, symbolising his own struggles and feelings of helplessness. Though Swami tries to adapt to his new social position as an outcast, he often longs for his old friendships. The day starts with Swaminathan eagerly cleaning his room and preparing for Rajam's arrival, worried about how to make a good impression. When Rajam arrives, the visit exceeds Swaminathan's expectations; the atmosphere is pleasant with good food and good conversation. They chat about everything from local friends to tiger-hunting tales. Swaminathan feels a bit shy when Rajam inquires about his books, adding to the comedic moments.

Why were the children playing in school instead of studying?

Because the school had declared a holiday.

Because it was lunch time.

Because one of the teachers was on leave.

Because the children decided to bunk the classes.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q147:

21st May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Swami's day takes a turn when he finds himself alone after the Geography Master's absence. He wanders the school corridors, looking down on the younger kids engaged in seemingly trivial activities like playing with clay. To Swami, school should be about serious subjects, not child's play. Eventually, he finds his friends, but their demeanor is off; they seem distant and unfriendly. When Swami attempts to join their game, he is met with ridicule, particularly the insult of being called "Rajam's Tail," which signifies his perceived eagerness to follow only one friend, Rajam. This harsh label hits Swami hard, leaving him embarrassed and feeling isolated. In English class, Swami struggles to focus on the lesson, his mind plagued by feelings of rejection. After school, he walks home in a daze, contemplating the rift between him and his friends. When he reaches home, he distracts himself by watching a piece of tin float by in the gutter, creating a makeshift boat for it using paper. As he gets lost in his thoughts while observing the boat's journey, it encounters many obstacles, symbolising his own struggles and feelings of helplessness. Though Swami tries to adapt to his new social position as an outcast, he often longs for his old friendships. The day starts with Swaminathan eagerly cleaning his room and preparing for Rajam's arrival, worried about how to make a good impression. When Rajam arrives, the visit exceeds Swaminathan's expectations; the atmosphere is pleasant with good food and good conversation. They chat about everything from local friends to tiger-hunting tales. Swaminathan feels a bit shy when Rajam inquires about his books, adding to the comedic moments.

What resonates with Swami's feelings after reaching back home?

The label of being Rajam's tail

The games played in school

A floating piece of tin

The books in his bag

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Option 3

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Q148:

20th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

This Venice, which was a haughty, invincible, magnificent Republic for nearly fourteen hundred years; whose armies compelled the world's applause whenever and wherever they battled; whose navies well-nigh held dominion of the seas, and whose merchant fleets whitened the remotest oceans with their sails and loaded these piers with the products of every clime, is fallen a prey to poverty, neglect and melancholy decay. Six hundred years ago, Venice was the Autocrat of Commerce; her mart was the great commercial centre, the distributing-house from whence the enormous trade of the Orient was spread abroad over the Western world. Today, her piers are deserted, her warehouses are empty, her merchant fleets are vanished, her armies and her navies are but memories. Her glory is departed, and with her crumbling grandeur of wharves and palaces about her, she sits among her stagnant lagoons, forlorn and beggared, forgotten by the world. She that in her palmy days commanded the commerce of the hemisphere and made the weal or woe of nations with the beck of her discussant finger, has become the humblest among the peoples of the earth,--a peddler of glass beads for women, and trifling toys and trinkets for school-girls and children. The venerable Mother of the Republics is scarce a fit subject for flippant speech or the idle gossiping of tourists. It seems a sort of sacrilege to disturb the glamour of old romance that pictures her to us softly from afar off as through a tinted mist, and curtains her ruin and her desolation from our view. One ought, indeed, to turn away from her rags, her poverty and her humiliation, and think of her only as she was when she sunk the fleets of Charlemagne; when she humbled Frederick Barbarossa or waved her victorious banners above the battlements of Constantinople.

The author does not attempt to describe Venice -

of six hundred years ago

of present

of fourteen hundred years ago

of two hundred years ago

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Option 4

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Q149:

20th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

This Venice, which was a haughty, invincible, magnificent Republic for nearly fourteen hundred years; whose armies compelled the world's applause whenever and wherever they battled; whose navies well-nigh held dominion of the seas, and whose merchant fleets whitened the remotest oceans with their sails and loaded these piers with the products of every clime, is fallen a prey to poverty, neglect and melancholy decay. Six hundred years ago, Venice was the Autocrat of Commerce; her mart was the great commercial centre, the distributing-house from whence the enormous trade of the Orient was spread abroad over the Western world. Today, her piers are deserted, her warehouses are empty, her merchant fleets are vanished, her armies and her navies are but memories. Her glory is departed, and with her crumbling grandeur of wharves and palaces about her, she sits among her stagnant lagoons, forlorn and beggared, forgotten by the world. She that in her palmy days commanded the commerce of the hemisphere and made the weal or woe of nations with the beck of her discussant finger, has become the humblest among the peoples of the earth,--a peddler of glass beads for women, and trifling toys and trinkets for school-girls and children. The venerable Mother of the Republics is scarce a fit subject for flippant speech or the idle gossiping of tourists. It seems a sort of sacrilege to disturb the glamour of old romance that pictures her to us softly from afar off as through a tinted mist, and curtains her ruin and her desolation from our view. One ought, indeed, to turn away from her rags, her poverty and her humiliation, and think of her only as she was when she sunk the fleets of Charlemagne; when she humbled Frederick Barbarossa or waved her victorious banners above the battlements of Constantinople.

The author suggests that Venice should ideally be remembered as-

it is today, poor and humble.

it was in its glorious past.

a quiet city with empty piers.

a simple centre for children's toys.

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Option 2

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Q150:

20th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

This Venice, which was a haughty, invincible, magnificent Republic for nearly fourteen hundred years; whose armies compelled the world's applause whenever and wherever they battled; whose navies well-nigh held dominion of the seas, and whose merchant fleets whitened the remotest oceans with their sails and loaded these piers with the products of every clime, is fallen a prey to poverty, neglect and melancholy decay. Six hundred years ago, Venice was the Autocrat of Commerce; her mart was the great commercial centre, the distributing-house from whence the enormous trade of the Orient was spread abroad over the Western world. Today, her piers are deserted, her warehouses are empty, her merchant fleets are vanished, her armies and her navies are but memories. Her glory is departed, and with her crumbling grandeur of wharves and palaces about her, she sits among her stagnant lagoons, forlorn and beggared, forgotten by the world. She that in her palmy days commanded the commerce of the hemisphere and made the weal or woe of nations with the beck of her discussant finger, has become the humblest among the peoples of the earth,--a peddler of glass beads for women, and trifling toys and trinkets for school-girls and children. The venerable Mother of the Republics is scarce a fit subject for flippant speech or the idle gossiping of tourists. It seems a sort of sacrilege to disturb the glamour of old romance that pictures her to us softly from afar off as through a tinted mist, and curtains her ruin and her desolation from our view. One ought, indeed, to turn away from her rags, her poverty and her humiliation, and think of her only as she was when she sunk the fleets of Charlemagne; when she humbled Frederick Barbarossa or waved her victorious banners above the battlements of Constantinople.

How does the author describe Venice in the past?

A small, humble city

A city with vast commercial influence

A city known only for tourism

A poor and neglected town

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Option 2

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Q151:

20th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

This Venice, which was a haughty, invincible, magnificent Republic for nearly fourteen hundred years; whose armies compelled the world's applause whenever and wherever they battled; whose navies well-nigh held dominion of the seas, and whose merchant fleets whitened the remotest oceans with their sails and loaded these piers with the products of every clime, is fallen a prey to poverty, neglect and melancholy decay. Six hundred years ago, Venice was the Autocrat of Commerce; her mart was the great commercial centre, the distributing-house from whence the enormous trade of the Orient was spread abroad over the Western world. Today, her piers are deserted, her warehouses are empty, her merchant fleets are vanished, her armies and her navies are but memories. Her glory is departed, and with her crumbling grandeur of wharves and palaces about her, she sits among her stagnant lagoons, forlorn and beggared, forgotten by the world. She that in her palmy days commanded the commerce of the hemisphere and made the weal or woe of nations with the beck of her discussant finger, has become the humblest among the peoples of the earth,--a peddler of glass beads for women, and trifling toys and trinkets for school-girls and children. The venerable Mother of the Republics is scarce a fit subject for flippant speech or the idle gossiping of tourists. It seems a sort of sacrilege to disturb the glamour of old romance that pictures her to us softly from afar off as through a tinted mist, and curtains her ruin and her desolation from our view. One ought, indeed, to turn away from her rags, her poverty and her humiliation, and think of her only as she was when she sunk the fleets of Charlemagne; when she humbled Frederick Barbarossa or waved her victorious banners above the battlements of Constantinople.

Venice's past powers can be assessed by its-

influence over the world through trade and defence domination

production of glass beads and toys

peaceful life among the lagoons

role as a tourist destination

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Option 1

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Q152:

20th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

This Venice, which was a haughty, invincible, magnificent Republic for nearly fourteen hundred years; whose armies compelled the world's applause whenever and wherever they battled; whose navies well-nigh held dominion of the seas, and whose merchant fleets whitened the remotest oceans with their sails and loaded these piers with the products of every clime, is fallen a prey to poverty, neglect and melancholy decay. Six hundred years ago, Venice was the Autocrat of Commerce; her mart was the great commercial centre, the distributing-house from whence the enormous trade of the Orient was spread abroad over the Western world. Today, her piers are deserted, her warehouses are empty, her merchant fleets are vanished, her armies and her navies are but memories. Her glory is departed, and with her crumbling grandeur of wharves and palaces about her, she sits among her stagnant lagoons, forlorn and beggared, forgotten by the world. She that in her palmy days commanded the commerce of the hemisphere and made the weal or woe of nations with the beck of her discussant finger, has become the humblest among the peoples of the earth,--a peddler of glass beads for women, and trifling toys and trinkets for school-girls and children. The venerable Mother of the Republics is scarce a fit subject for flippant speech or the idle gossiping of tourists. It seems a sort of sacrilege to disturb the glamour of old romance that pictures her to us softly from afar off as through a tinted mist, and curtains her ruin and her desolation from our view. One ought, indeed, to turn away from her rags, her poverty and her humiliation, and think of her only as she was when she sunk the fleets of Charlemagne; when she humbled Frederick Barbarossa or waved her victorious banners above the battlements of Constantinople.

According to the passage Venice in the present-

has maintained its past glory.

is a poor, neglected and decayed city.

has become a major military power.

is the centre of global trade.

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Option 2

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Q153:

20th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Emma could not feel a doubt of having given Harriet's fancy a proper direction and raised the gratitude of her young vanity to a very good purpose, for she found her decidedly more sensible than before of Mr. Elton's being a remarkably handsome man, with the most agreeable manners; and as she had no hesitation in following up the assurance of his admiration, by agreeable hints, she was soon pretty confident of creating as much liking on Harriet's side, as there could be any occasion for. She was quite convinced of Mr. Elton's being in the fairest way of falling in love, if not in love already. She had no scruple with regard to him. He talked of Harriet, and praised her so warmly, that she could not suppose anything wanting which a little time would not add. His perception of the striking improvement of Harriet's manner, since her introduction at Hartfield, was not one of the least agreeable proofs of his growing attachment. 'You have given Miss Smith all that she required,' said he; 'you have made her graceful and easy. She was a beautiful creature when she came to you, but, in my opinion, the attractions you have added are infinitely superior to what she received from nature.' 'I am glad you think I have been useful to her; but Harriet only wanted to draw out, and receiving a few, very few hints. She had all the natural grace of sweetness of temper and artlessness in herself. I have done very little.' 'If it were admissible to contradict a lady,' said the gallant Mr. Elton -- 'I have perhaps given her a little more decision of character, have taught her to think on points which had not fallen in her way before.'

How does Mr. Elton describe Harriet's improvement?

Emma had made Harriet more graceful and easy.

Harriet had lost her natural charm.

Harriet is beautiful only because of Emma.

Emma had done nothing for Harriet.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q154:

20th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Emma could not feel a doubt of having given Harriet's fancy a proper direction and raised the gratitude of her young vanity to a very good purpose, for she found her decidedly more sensible than before of Mr. Elton's being a remarkably handsome man, with the most agreeable manners; and as she had no hesitation in following up the assurance of his admiration, by agreeable hints, she was soon pretty confident of creating as much liking on Harriet's side, as there could be any occasion for. She was quite convinced of Mr. Elton's being in the fairest way of falling in love, if not in love already. She had no scruple with regard to him. He talked of Harriet, and praised her so warmly, that she could not suppose anything wanting which a little time would not add. His perception of the striking improvement of Harriet's manner, since her introduction at Hartfield, was not one of the least agreeable proofs of his growing attachment. 'You have given Miss Smith all that she required,' said he; 'you have made her graceful and easy. She was a beautiful creature when she came to you, but, in my opinion, the attractions you have added are infinitely superior to what she received from nature.' 'I am glad you think I have been useful to her; but Harriet only wanted to draw out, and receiving a few, very few hints. She had all the natural grace of sweetness of temper and artlessness in herself. I have done very little.' 'If it were admissible to contradict a lady,' said the gallant Mr. Elton -- 'I have perhaps given her a little more decision of character, have taught her to think on points which had not fallen in her way before.'

What was Emma's response to Mr. Elton's praise?

She disagrees and says that Harriet has no grace.

She modestly claims Harriet only needed a few hints.

She takes full credit for Harriet's improvement.

She ignores his remarks.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q155:

20th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Emma could not feel a doubt of having given Harriet's fancy a proper direction and raised the gratitude of her young vanity to a very good purpose, for she found her decidedly more sensible than before of Mr. Elton's being a remarkably handsome man, with the most agreeable manners; and as she had no hesitation in following up the assurance of his admiration, by agreeable hints, she was soon pretty confident of creating as much liking on Harriet's side, as there could be any occasion for. She was quite convinced of Mr. Elton's being in the fairest way of falling in love, if not in love already. She had no scruple with regard to him. He talked of Harriet, and praised her so warmly, that she could not suppose anything wanting which a little time would not add. His perception of the striking improvement of Harriet's manner, since her introduction at Hartfield, was not one of the least agreeable proofs of his growing attachment. 'You have given Miss Smith all that she required,' said he; 'you have made her graceful and easy. She was a beautiful creature when she came to you, but, in my opinion, the attractions you have added are infinitely superior to what she received from nature.' 'I am glad you think I have been useful to her; but Harriet only wanted to draw out, and receiving a few, very few hints. She had all the natural grace of sweetness of temper and artlessness in herself. I have done very little.' 'If it were admissible to contradict a lady,' said the gallant Mr. Elton -- 'I have perhaps given her a little more decision of character, have taught her to think on points which had not fallen in her way before.'

According to Mr. Elton, what additional qualities has Harriet gained?

Greater wealth

Decisive character

Popularity among friends

Knowledge of social etiquette

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Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q156:

20th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Emma could not feel a doubt of having given Harriet's fancy a proper direction and raised the gratitude of her young vanity to a very good purpose, for she found her decidedly more sensible than before of Mr. Elton's being a remarkably handsome man, with the most agreeable manners; and as she had no hesitation in following up the assurance of his admiration, by agreeable hints, she was soon pretty confident of creating as much liking on Harriet's side, as there could be any occasion for. She was quite convinced of Mr. Elton's being in the fairest way of falling in love, if not in love already. She had no scruple with regard to him. He talked of Harriet, and praised her so warmly, that she could not suppose anything wanting which a little time would not add. His perception of the striking improvement of Harriet's manner, since her introduction at Hartfield, was not one of the least agreeable proofs of his growing attachment. 'You have given Miss Smith all that she required,' said he; 'you have made her graceful and easy. She was a beautiful creature when she came to you, but, in my opinion, the attractions you have added are infinitely superior to what she received from nature.' 'I am glad you think I have been useful to her; but Harriet only wanted to draw out, and receiving a few, very few hints. She had all the natural grace of sweetness of temper and artlessness in herself. I have done very little.' 'If it were admissible to contradict a lady,' said the gallant Mr. Elton -- 'I have perhaps given her a little more decision of character, have taught her to think on points which had not fallen in her way before.'

Why does Emma feel confident about Harriet's feelings toward Mr. Elton?

Harriet confessed her love to Mr. Elton.

She believes that she has properly guided Harriet's fancy.

She spoke to Mr. Elton privately.

Harriet ignores Mr. Elton.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q157:

20th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Emma could not feel a doubt of having given Harriet's fancy a proper direction and raised the gratitude of her young vanity to a very good purpose, for she found her decidedly more sensible than before of Mr. Elton's being a remarkably handsome man, with the most agreeable manners; and as she had no hesitation in following up the assurance of his admiration, by agreeable hints, she was soon pretty confident of creating as much liking on Harriet's side, as there could be any occasion for. She was quite convinced of Mr. Elton's being in the fairest way of falling in love, if not in love already. She had no scruple with regard to him. He talked of Harriet, and praised her so warmly, that she could not suppose anything wanting which a little time would not add. His perception of the striking improvement of Harriet's manner, since her introduction at Hartfield, was not one of the least agreeable proofs of his growing attachment. 'You have given Miss Smith all that she required,' said he; 'you have made her graceful and easy. She was a beautiful creature when she came to you, but, in my opinion, the attractions you have added are infinitely superior to what she received from nature.' 'I am glad you think I have been useful to her; but Harriet only wanted to draw out, and receiving a few, very few hints. She had all the natural grace of sweetness of temper and artlessness in herself. I have done very little.' 'If it were admissible to contradict a lady,' said the gallant Mr. Elton -- 'I have perhaps given her a little more decision of character, have taught her to think on points which had not fallen in her way before.'

What does Emma notice about Harriet after her guidance?

Harriet had become less graceful.

Harriet was more aware of Mr. Elton's good qualities.

Harriet disliked social interactions.

Harriet had grown indifferent.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q158:

20th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In the ancient city of Varanasi, Arjun found his world transformed one monsoon afternoon. Born into a family of hardworking labourers, he was expected to follow in his father's footsteps, yet, Arjun harboured an unspoken passion for art that no one knew about. As dark clouds gathered and the first raindrops fell, he wandered through the narrow lanes of the old city, seeking solace from the predictable rhythm of life. That day, as he took refuge under a vibrant awning in a bustling market, Arjun encountered an old painter named Raghav. With paint splattered hands and eyes that shimmered with decades of experience, Raghav noticed a spark in Arjun's eyes. He invited Arjun into his humble studio where canvases whispered stories of love, loss and hope. Inspired by Raghav's gentle mentorship, Arjun discovered his own unique style, blending tradition with innovation. Over the time, his artwork became a mirror reflecting the emotions of the city and his reputation grew. Arjun's journey from a reluctant son to an emerging artist was not without hardship. Yet every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life. Eventually, his creations graced galleries beyond Varanasi, uniting cultures and hearts. In every piece, Arjun celebrated the resilience of the human spirit, provng that passion and perseverance can transform even the most ordinary life into a vibrant work of art. His journey filled with unexpected lessons and creative breakthroughs taught him that every struggle offered a chance to begin anew, inspiring his art with hope and transformation.

Deduce the message the author conveys about overcoming obstacles:

Struggles are insurmountable barriers that only worsen one's chance of success.

Every challenge offers an opportunity to grow and transform one's life with resilience.

Only those with privileged background can successfully overcome life's obstacles.

Obstacles invariably lead to failure, regradless of personal determination or passion.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q159:

20th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In the ancient city of Varanasi, Arjun found his world transformed one monsoon afternoon. Born into a family of hardworking labourers, he was expected to follow in his father's footsteps, yet, Arjun harboured an unspoken passion for art that no one knew about. As dark clouds gathered and the first raindrops fell, he wandered through the narrow lanes of the old city, seeking solace from the predictable rhythm of life. That day, as he took refuge under a vibrant awning in a bustling market, Arjun encountered an old painter named Raghav. With paint splattered hands and eyes that shimmered with decades of experience, Raghav noticed a spark in Arjun's eyes. He invited Arjun into his humble studio where canvases whispered stories of love, loss and hope. Inspired by Raghav's gentle mentorship, Arjun discovered his own unique style, blending tradition with innovation. Over the time, his artwork became a mirror reflecting the emotions of the city and his reputation grew. Arjun's journey from a reluctant son to an emerging artist was not without hardship. Yet every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life. Eventually, his creations graced galleries beyond Varanasi, uniting cultures and hearts. In every piece, Arjun celebrated the resilience of the human spirit, provng that passion and perseverance can transform even the most ordinary life into a vibrant work of art. His journey filled with unexpected lessons and creative breakthroughs taught him that every struggle offered a chance to begin anew, inspiring his art with hope and transformation.

Which word in the passage means- lively

Resilience

Shimmer

Humble

Vibrant

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q160:

20th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In the ancient city of Varanasi, Arjun found his world transformed one monsoon afternoon. Born into a family of hardworking labourers, he was expected to follow in his father's footsteps, yet, Arjun harboured an unspoken passion for art that no one knew about. As dark clouds gathered and the first raindrops fell, he wandered through the narrow lanes of the old city, seeking solace from the predictable rhythm of life. That day, as he took refuge under a vibrant awning in a bustling market, Arjun encountered an old painter named Raghav. With paint splattered hands and eyes that shimmered with decades of experience, Raghav noticed a spark in Arjun's eyes. He invited Arjun into his humble studio where canvases whispered stories of love, loss and hope. Inspired by Raghav's gentle mentorship, Arjun discovered his own unique style, blending tradition with innovation. Over the time, his artwork became a mirror reflecting the emotions of the city and his reputation grew. Arjun's journey from a reluctant son to an emerging artist was not without hardship. Yet every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life. Eventually, his creations graced galleries beyond Varanasi, uniting cultures and hearts. In every piece, Arjun celebrated the resilience of the human spirit, provng that passion and perseverance can transform even the most ordinary life into a vibrant work of art. His journey filled with unexpected lessons and creative breakthroughs taught him that every struggle offered a chance to begin anew, inspiring his art with hope and transformation.

Determine the primary theme illustrated in the narrative:

The inevitablity of hardship for those who choose artistic paths for fulfilling their dreams.

The conflict between urban modernity and ancient traditions in daily life that acts as a hindrance in one's path.

The fleeting beauty of monsoon afternoons in ancient cities encourage people to follow their passion.

The transformative influence of mentorship and following one's passion despite adversity.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q161:

20th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In the ancient city of Varanasi, Arjun found his world transformed one monsoon afternoon. Born into a family of hardworking labourers, he was expected to follow in his father's footsteps, yet, Arjun harboured an unspoken passion for art that no one knew about. As dark clouds gathered and the first raindrops fell, he wandered through the narrow lanes of the old city, seeking solace from the predictable rhythm of life. That day, as he took refuge under a vibrant awning in a bustling market, Arjun encountered an old painter named Raghav. With paint splattered hands and eyes that shimmered with decades of experience, Raghav noticed a spark in Arjun's eyes. He invited Arjun into his humble studio where canvases whispered stories of love, loss and hope. Inspired by Raghav's gentle mentorship, Arjun discovered his own unique style, blending tradition with innovation. Over the time, his artwork became a mirror reflecting the emotions of the city and his reputation grew. Arjun's journey from a reluctant son to an emerging artist was not without hardship. Yet every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life. Eventually, his creations graced galleries beyond Varanasi, uniting cultures and hearts. In every piece, Arjun celebrated the resilience of the human spirit, provng that passion and perseverance can transform even the most ordinary life into a vibrant work of art. His journey filled with unexpected lessons and creative breakthroughs taught him that every struggle offered a chance to begin anew, inspiring his art with hope and transformation.

Interpret the change in Arjun's outlook on life through the passage:

He learned to view every hardship as an essential element in his personal masterpiece.

He became indifferent to challenges and avoided confronting any obstacles whatsoever.

He rejected the essential idea of change and chose to adhere strictly to his old routine.

He focussed solely on attaining commercial success, disregarding personal growth and art.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q162:

20th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In the ancient city of Varanasi, Arjun found his world transformed one monsoon afternoon. Born into a family of hardworking labourers, he was expected to follow in his father's footsteps, yet, Arjun harboured an unspoken passion for art that no one knew about. As dark clouds gathered and the first raindrops fell, he wandered through the narrow lanes of the old city, seeking solace from the predictable rhythm of life. That day, as he took refuge under a vibrant awning in a bustling market, Arjun encountered an old painter named Raghav. With paint splattered hands and eyes that shimmered with decades of experience, Raghav noticed a spark in Arjun's eyes. He invited Arjun into his humble studio where canvases whispered stories of love, loss and hope. Inspired by Raghav's gentle mentorship, Arjun discovered his own unique style, blending tradition with innovation. Over the time, his artwork became a mirror reflecting the emotions of the city and his reputation grew. Arjun's journey from a reluctant son to an emerging artist was not without hardship. Yet every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life. Eventually, his creations graced galleries beyond Varanasi, uniting cultures and hearts. In every piece, Arjun celebrated the resilience of the human spirit, provng that passion and perseverance can transform even the most ordinary life into a vibrant work of art. His journey filled with unexpected lessons and creative breakthroughs taught him that every struggle offered a chance to begin anew, inspiring his art with hope and transformation.

Evaluate the impact of Arjun's artwork as described in the passage:

His art remained confined within the narrow lanes of Varanasi with little recognition.

His work was not received well leading to further isolation from society.

His creations resonated deeply, uniting diverse cultures and inspiring many people.

His art was solely a personal hobby that never gained any public attention though it gave him a lot of satisfaction.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q163:

20th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

I wept like a child. It was not because I was overcome at having survived my ordeal, though I was. Nor was it the presence of my brothers and sisters, though that too was very moving. I was weeping because Richard Parker had left me so unceremoniously. What a terrible thing it is to botch a farewell. I am a person who believes in form, in the harmony of order. Where we can, we must give a meaningful shape. For example--I wonder--could you tell my jumbled story in exactly one hundred chapters, not one more, not one less? I'll tell you, that's one thing I hate about my nickname, the way that number runs on forever. It's important in life to conclude things properly. Only then you can let go. Otherwise you are left with words you should have said but never did, and your heart is heavy with remorse. That bungled goodbye hurts me to this day. I wish so much that I'd had one last look at him in the lifeboat, that I'd provoked him a little, so that I was on his mind. I wish I had said to him then-- yes, I know, to a tiger, but still-- I wish I had said, "Richard Parker, it's over. We have survived. Can you believe it? I owe you more gratitude than I can express. I couldn't have done it without you. I would like to say it formally: Richard Parker, thank you. Thank you for saving my life. And now go where you must. You have known the confined freedom of a zoo most of your life; now you will know the free confinement of a jungle. I wish you all the best with it. Watch out for Man. He is not your friend. But I hope you remember me as a friend." (An excerpt from 'Life of Pi')

The narrator experiences_______when he recalls how Richard Parker was instrumental in saving his life multiple times in that arduous adventure.

pain

gratitude

revitality

enervation

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q164:

20th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

I wept like a child. It was not because I was overcome at having survived my ordeal, though I was. Nor was it the presence of my brothers and sisters, though that too was very moving. I was weeping because Richard Parker had left me so unceremoniously. What a terrible thing it is to botch a farewell. I am a person who believes in form, in the harmony of order. Where we can, we must give a meaningful shape. For example--I wonder--could you tell my jumbled story in exactly one hundred chapters, not one more, not one less? I'll tell you, that's one thing I hate about my nickname, the way that number runs on forever. It's important in life to conclude things properly. Only then you can let go. Otherwise you are left with words you should have said but never did, and your heart is heavy with remorse. That bungled goodbye hurts me to this day. I wish so much that I'd had one last look at him in the lifeboat, that I'd provoked him a little, so that I was on his mind. I wish I had said to him then-- yes, I know, to a tiger, but still-- I wish I had said, "Richard Parker, it's over. We have survived. Can you believe it? I owe you more gratitude than I can express. I couldn't have done it without you. I would like to say it formally: Richard Parker, thank you. Thank you for saving my life. And now go where you must. You have known the confined freedom of a zoo most of your life; now you will know the free confinement of a jungle. I wish you all the best with it. Watch out for Man. He is not your friend. But I hope you remember me as a friend." (An excerpt from 'Life of Pi')

What does the narrator dislike about his nickname?

It's difficult to pronounce

His friends bullied him for this

The number in it goes on forever

Richard Parker didn't like it

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q165:

20th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

I wept like a child. It was not because I was overcome at having survived my ordeal, though I was. Nor was it the presence of my brothers and sisters, though that too was very moving. I was weeping because Richard Parker had left me so unceremoniously. What a terrible thing it is to botch a farewell. I am a person who believes in form, in the harmony of order. Where we can, we must give a meaningful shape. For example--I wonder--could you tell my jumbled story in exactly one hundred chapters, not one more, not one less? I'll tell you, that's one thing I hate about my nickname, the way that number runs on forever. It's important in life to conclude things properly. Only then you can let go. Otherwise you are left with words you should have said but never did, and your heart is heavy with remorse. That bungled goodbye hurts me to this day. I wish so much that I'd had one last look at him in the lifeboat, that I'd provoked him a little, so that I was on his mind. I wish I had said to him then-- yes, I know, to a tiger, but still-- I wish I had said, "Richard Parker, it's over. We have survived. Can you believe it? I owe you more gratitude than I can express. I couldn't have done it without you. I would like to say it formally: Richard Parker, thank you. Thank you for saving my life. And now go where you must. You have known the confined freedom of a zoo most of your life; now you will know the free confinement of a jungle. I wish you all the best with it. Watch out for Man. He is not your friend. But I hope you remember me as a friend." (An excerpt from 'Life of Pi')

The protagonist broke into tears-

as he had accomplished his goal

when he saw his siblings

when Richard Parker left abruptly

as Richard Parker wanted a ceremonial exit

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q166:

20th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

I wept like a child. It was not because I was overcome at having survived my ordeal, though I was. Nor was it the presence of my brothers and sisters, though that too was very moving. I was weeping because Richard Parker had left me so unceremoniously. What a terrible thing it is to botch a farewell. I am a person who believes in form, in the harmony of order. Where we can, we must give a meaningful shape. For example--I wonder--could you tell my jumbled story in exactly one hundred chapters, not one more, not one less? I'll tell you, that's one thing I hate about my nickname, the way that number runs on forever. It's important in life to conclude things properly. Only then you can let go. Otherwise you are left with words you should have said but never did, and your heart is heavy with remorse. That bungled goodbye hurts me to this day. I wish so much that I'd had one last look at him in the lifeboat, that I'd provoked him a little, so that I was on his mind. I wish I had said to him then-- yes, I know, to a tiger, but still-- I wish I had said, "Richard Parker, it's over. We have survived. Can you believe it? I owe you more gratitude than I can express. I couldn't have done it without you. I would like to say it formally: Richard Parker, thank you. Thank you for saving my life. And now go where you must. You have known the confined freedom of a zoo most of your life; now you will know the free confinement of a jungle. I wish you all the best with it. Watch out for Man. He is not your friend. But I hope you remember me as a friend." (An excerpt from 'Life of Pi')

Who do you think Richard Parker is in the passage?

A celebrity

An elder brother

an imaginary friend

A wild animal

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q167:

20th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

I wept like a child. It was not because I was overcome at having survived my ordeal, though I was. Nor was it the presence of my brothers and sisters, though that too was very moving. I was weeping because Richard Parker had left me so unceremoniously. What a terrible thing it is to botch a farewell. I am a person who believes in form, in the harmony of order. Where we can, we must give a meaningful shape. For example--I wonder--could you tell my jumbled story in exactly one hundred chapters, not one more, not one less? I'll tell you, that's one thing I hate about my nickname, the way that number runs on forever. It's important in life to conclude things properly. Only then you can let go. Otherwise you are left with words you should have said but never did, and your heart is heavy with remorse. That bungled goodbye hurts me to this day. I wish so much that I'd had one last look at him in the lifeboat, that I'd provoked him a little, so that I was on his mind. I wish I had said to him then-- yes, I know, to a tiger, but still-- I wish I had said, "Richard Parker, it's over. We have survived. Can you believe it? I owe you more gratitude than I can express. I couldn't have done it without you. I would like to say it formally: Richard Parker, thank you. Thank you for saving my life. And now go where you must. You have known the confined freedom of a zoo most of your life; now you will know the free confinement of a jungle. I wish you all the best with it. Watch out for Man. He is not your friend. But I hope you remember me as a friend." (An excerpt from 'Life of Pi')

According to the passage, the narrator's pain for the 'bungled goodbye' is symbolic of the universal human tendency to:

overthink the past relationships

seek validation from others even from animals

attach deep meaning to goodbyes

avoid confronting difficult situations

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q168:

19th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Prolixity is not alien to us in India. We are able to talk at some length. Krishna Menon's record of the longest speech ever delivered at the United Nations (nine hours non-stop), established half a century ago, has not been equalled by anyone from anywhere. Other peaks of loquaciousness have been scaled by other Indians. We do like to speak. This is not a new habit. The ancient Sanskrit epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, which are frequently compared with the Iliad and the Odyssey, are colossally longer than the works that the modest Homer could manage. Indeed, the Mahabharata alone is about seven times as long as the Iliad and the Odyssey put together. The Ramayana and the Mahabharata are certainly great epics: I recall with much joy how my own life was vastly enriched when I encountered them first as a restless youngster looking for intellectual stimulation as well as sheer entertainment. But they proceed from story to story woven around their principal tales, and are engagingly full of dialogues, dilemmas, and alternative perspectives. And we encounter masses of arguments and counterarguments spread over incessant debates and disputations. The arguments are also, often enough, quite substantive. For example, the famous Bhagavad Gita, which is one small section of the Mahabharata, presents a tussle between two contrary moral positions—Krishna's emphasis on doing one's duty, on one side, and Arjuna's focus on avoiding bad consequences, on the other. The debate occurs on the eve of the great war that is a central event in the Mahabharata. Watching the two armies readying for war, profound doubts about the correctness of what they are doing are raised by Arjuna, the peerless and invincible warrior in the army of the just and honorable royal family (the Pandavas), who are about to fight the unjust usurpers (the Kauravas).

Which of the following statements contradicts the premise that the narrator used to be a typical youngster?

He felt restless.

He enjoyed entertainment.

Simple pleasures gave him immense joy.

Stories did not hold his attention.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q169:

19th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Prolixity is not alien to us in India. We are able to talk at some length. Krishna Menon's record of the longest speech ever delivered at the United Nations (nine hours non-stop), established half a century ago, has not been equalled by anyone from anywhere. Other peaks of loquaciousness have been scaled by other Indians. We do like to speak. This is not a new habit. The ancient Sanskrit epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, which are frequently compared with the Iliad and the Odyssey, are colossally longer than the works that the modest Homer could manage. Indeed, the Mahabharata alone is about seven times as long as the Iliad and the Odyssey put together. The Ramayana and the Mahabharata are certainly great epics: I recall with much joy how my own life was vastly enriched when I encountered them first as a restless youngster looking for intellectual stimulation as well as sheer entertainment. But they proceed from story to story woven around their principal tales, and are engagingly full of dialogues, dilemmas, and alternative perspectives. And we encounter masses of arguments and counterarguments spread over incessant debates and disputations. The arguments are also, often enough, quite substantive. For example, the famous Bhagavad Gita, which is one small section of the Mahabharata, presents a tussle between two contrary moral positions—Krishna's emphasis on doing one's duty, on one side, and Arjuna's focus on avoiding bad consequences, on the other. The debate occurs on the eve of the great war that is a central event in the Mahabharata. Watching the two armies readying for war, profound doubts about the correctness of what they are doing are raised by Arjuna, the peerless and invincible warrior in the army of the just and honorable royal family (the Pandavas), who are about to fight the unjust usurpers (the Kauravas).

Choose the right option to fill in the blank: The Bhagavad Gita_______________ of the Mahabharata.

is a prologue

is an epilogue

is a small chapter

is a frivolous treatise

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q170:

19th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Prolixity is not alien to us in India. We are able to talk at some length. Krishna Menon's record of the longest speech ever delivered at the United Nations (nine hours non-stop), established half a century ago, has not been equalled by anyone from anywhere. Other peaks of loquaciousness have been scaled by other Indians. We do like to speak. This is not a new habit. The ancient Sanskrit epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, which are frequently compared with the Iliad and the Odyssey, are colossally longer than the works that the modest Homer could manage. Indeed, the Mahabharata alone is about seven times as long as the Iliad and the Odyssey put together. The Ramayana and the Mahabharata are certainly great epics: I recall with much joy how my own life was vastly enriched when I encountered them first as a restless youngster looking for intellectual stimulation as well as sheer entertainment. But they proceed from story to story woven around their principal tales, and are engagingly full of dialogues, dilemmas, and alternative perspectives. And we encounter masses of arguments and counterarguments spread over incessant debates and disputations. The arguments are also, often enough, quite substantive. For example, the famous Bhagavad Gita, which is one small section of the Mahabharata, presents a tussle between two contrary moral positions—Krishna's emphasis on doing one's duty, on one side, and Arjuna's focus on avoiding bad consequences, on the other. The debate occurs on the eve of the great war that is a central event in the Mahabharata. Watching the two armies readying for war, profound doubts about the correctness of what they are doing are raised by Arjuna, the peerless and invincible warrior in the army of the just and honorable royal family (the Pandavas), who are about to fight the unjust usurpers (the Kauravas).

According to the passage, the moral debate in the Mahabharata occurs

During the war.

When the war was about to end.

Before the war begins.

When the Pandavas stare in the face of defeat.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q171:

19th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Prolixity is not alien to us in India. We are able to talk at some length. Krishna Menon's record of the longest speech ever delivered at the United Nations (nine hours non-stop), established half a century ago, has not been equalled by anyone from anywhere. Other peaks of loquaciousness have been scaled by other Indians. We do like to speak. This is not a new habit. The ancient Sanskrit epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, which are frequently compared with the Iliad and the Odyssey, are colossally longer than the works that the modest Homer could manage. Indeed, the Mahabharata alone is about seven times as long as the Iliad and the Odyssey put together. The Ramayana and the Mahabharata are certainly great epics: I recall with much joy how my own life was vastly enriched when I encountered them first as a restless youngster looking for intellectual stimulation as well as sheer entertainment. But they proceed from story to story woven around their principal tales, and are engagingly full of dialogues, dilemmas, and alternative perspectives. And we encounter masses of arguments and counterarguments spread over incessant debates and disputations. The arguments are also, often enough, quite substantive. For example, the famous Bhagavad Gita, which is one small section of the Mahabharata, presents a tussle between two contrary moral positions—Krishna's emphasis on doing one's duty, on one side, and Arjuna's focus on avoiding bad consequences, on the other. The debate occurs on the eve of the great war that is a central event in the Mahabharata. Watching the two armies readying for war, profound doubts about the correctness of what they are doing are raised by Arjuna, the peerless and invincible warrior in the army of the just and honorable royal family (the Pandavas), who are about to fight the unjust usurpers (the Kauravas).

Which of the following differences between the Ramayana and the Mahabharata and the Iliad and the Odyssey is shown by the author?

Difference of length

Difference of form

Difference of Theme

Difference of Narrative Devices

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q172:

19th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Prolixity is not alien to us in India. We are able to talk at some length. Krishna Menon's record of the longest speech ever delivered at the United Nations (nine hours non-stop), established half a century ago, has not been equalled by anyone from anywhere. Other peaks of loquaciousness have been scaled by other Indians. We do like to speak. This is not a new habit. The ancient Sanskrit epics, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata, which are frequently compared with the Iliad and the Odyssey, are colossally longer than the works that the modest Homer could manage. Indeed, the Mahabharata alone is about seven times as long as the Iliad and the Odyssey put together. The Ramayana and the Mahabharata are certainly great epics: I recall with much joy how my own life was vastly enriched when I encountered them first as a restless youngster looking for intellectual stimulation as well as sheer entertainment. But they proceed from story to story woven around their principal tales, and are engagingly full of dialogues, dilemmas, and alternative perspectives. And we encounter masses of arguments and counterarguments spread over incessant debates and disputations. The arguments are also, often enough, quite substantive. For example, the famous Bhagavad Gita, which is one small section of the Mahabharata, presents a tussle between two contrary moral positions—Krishna's emphasis on doing one's duty, on one side, and Arjuna's focus on avoiding bad consequences, on the other. The debate occurs on the eve of the great war that is a central event in the Mahabharata. Watching the two armies readying for war, profound doubts about the correctness of what they are doing are raised by Arjuna, the peerless and invincible warrior in the army of the just and honorable royal family (the Pandavas), who are about to fight the unjust usurpers (the Kauravas).

Which hypothesis presented in the following, if true, would weaken the hypothesis presented in the passage?

Talkativeness is a characteristic trait among some members of indigenous populations.

The famous Indian epics are supreme examples of elaborately written works.

The leitmotif (an idea that is repeated) of war in the Mahabharata contributes to the epic's conciseness.

Celebrated Indian writings have a history of being long and convoluted.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q173:

19th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Everything we associate with the rejuvenation of life is intertwined with the seasons. Think of holidays and harvests, festivals of tunes and tinsel, altered ocean currents heaving with young fish. Remember the skies suddenly agleam with vibrant visitor-birds or beaches hosting turtles born and birthing there. All beings on Earth are shaped by the seasons—which makes unnatural changes in these crucial cycles concerning. Consider how summer in western countries now stretches to half the year while winter has shrunk, withdrawing its draperies of snow. Spring has lengthened, bringing in more pollen and invasive species, while in the east, the monsoon is more erratic, spewing rains of wild velocity. Summers have grown unbelievably hot—and we all know that choking 'smog season', months of dense air pollution covering us like a filthy blanket. Natural seasons come from Earth orbiting the sun—the closer we get, the warmer we feel, the farther we go, life gets colder. However, these changing climes—unending summers, chopped-up winters, howling typhoons—are courtesy of us. The Anthropocene is the era of human impacts reshaping Earth, with one main cause: the more we burn fossil fuels, the more greenhouse gases—carbon, sulfur, methane—are emitted. These block our planet's natural processes of releasing heat into space, trapping it within. As the planet heats—we are now 1.5 degrees hotter than preindustrial times—it collapses. Thus, melting Arctic ice has reached a record low alongside massive glacial retreat in Antarctica. As the oceans swell, water is absorbed by winds unleashing this as 'unseasonal' rain. This wonky water cycle also spurs droughts—dry months burst into wildfires, reducing Amazon forest and Hollywood studio equally to smoke and dust. In the relentless logic of the Anthropocene, nothing is wasted—hence, that smoke and dust return somewhere as a 'season of smog'. Yet, there are solutions.

Which of the following changes in seasons has not been mentioned by the author?

The summer season has increased.

Winter is smaller than earlier.

Autumn is hot.

Spring has lengthened.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q174:

19th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Everything we associate with the rejuvenation of life is intertwined with the seasons. Think of holidays and harvests, festivals of tunes and tinsel, altered ocean currents heaving with young fish. Remember the skies suddenly agleam with vibrant visitor-birds or beaches hosting turtles born and birthing there. All beings on Earth are shaped by the seasons—which makes unnatural changes in these crucial cycles concerning. Consider how summer in western countries now stretches to half the year while winter has shrunk, withdrawing its draperies of snow. Spring has lengthened, bringing in more pollen and invasive species, while in the east, the monsoon is more erratic, spewing rains of wild velocity. Summers have grown unbelievably hot—and we all know that choking 'smog season', months of dense air pollution covering us like a filthy blanket. Natural seasons come from Earth orbiting the sun—the closer we get, the warmer we feel, the farther we go, life gets colder. However, these changing climes—unending summers, chopped-up winters, howling typhoons—are courtesy of us. The Anthropocene is the era of human impacts reshaping Earth, with one main cause: the more we burn fossil fuels, the more greenhouse gases—carbon, sulfur, methane—are emitted. These block our planet's natural processes of releasing heat into space, trapping it within. As the planet heats—we are now 1.5 degrees hotter than preindustrial times—it collapses. Thus, melting Arctic ice has reached a record low alongside massive glacial retreat in Antarctica. As the oceans swell, water is absorbed by winds unleashing this as 'unseasonal' rain. This wonky water cycle also spurs droughts—dry months burst into wildfires, reducing Amazon forest and Hollywood studio equally to smoke and dust. In the relentless logic of the Anthropocene, nothing is wasted—hence, that smoke and dust return somewhere as a 'season of smog'. Yet, there are solutions.

The paragraph discusses the issue of-

Unemployment

Population

Global Warming

Global Crisis of Food

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q175:

19th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Everything we associate with the rejuvenation of life is intertwined with the seasons. Think of holidays and harvests, festivals of tunes and tinsel, altered ocean currents heaving with young fish. Remember the skies suddenly agleam with vibrant visitor-birds or beaches hosting turtles born and birthing there. All beings on Earth are shaped by the seasons—which makes unnatural changes in these crucial cycles concerning. Consider how summer in western countries now stretches to half the year while winter has shrunk, withdrawing its draperies of snow. Spring has lengthened, bringing in more pollen and invasive species, while in the east, the monsoon is more erratic, spewing rains of wild velocity. Summers have grown unbelievably hot—and we all know that choking 'smog season', months of dense air pollution covering us like a filthy blanket. Natural seasons come from Earth orbiting the sun—the closer we get, the warmer we feel, the farther we go, life gets colder. However, these changing climes—unending summers, chopped-up winters, howling typhoons—are courtesy of us. The Anthropocene is the era of human impacts reshaping Earth, with one main cause: the more we burn fossil fuels, the more greenhouse gases—carbon, sulfur, methane—are emitted. These block our planet's natural processes of releasing heat into space, trapping it within. As the planet heats—we are now 1.5 degrees hotter than preindustrial times—it collapses. Thus, melting Arctic ice has reached a record low alongside massive glacial retreat in Antarctica. As the oceans swell, water is absorbed by winds unleashing this as 'unseasonal' rain. This wonky water cycle also spurs droughts—dry months burst into wildfires, reducing Amazon forest and Hollywood studio equally to smoke and dust. In the relentless logic of the Anthropocene, nothing is wasted—hence, that smoke and dust return somewhere as a 'season of smog'. Yet, there are solutions.

Which of the following is not interwoven with seasons ?

Enervation of Life

Energisation of life

Movement of birds

Changing Ocean Currents

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q176:

19th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Everything we associate with the rejuvenation of life is intertwined with the seasons. Think of holidays and harvests, festivals of tunes and tinsel, altered ocean currents heaving with young fish. Remember the skies suddenly agleam with vibrant visitor-birds or beaches hosting turtles born and birthing there. All beings on Earth are shaped by the seasons—which makes unnatural changes in these crucial cycles concerning. Consider how summer in western countries now stretches to half the year while winter has shrunk, withdrawing its draperies of snow. Spring has lengthened, bringing in more pollen and invasive species, while in the east, the monsoon is more erratic, spewing rains of wild velocity. Summers have grown unbelievably hot—and we all know that choking 'smog season', months of dense air pollution covering us like a filthy blanket. Natural seasons come from Earth orbiting the sun—the closer we get, the warmer we feel, the farther we go, life gets colder. However, these changing climes—unending summers, chopped-up winters, howling typhoons—are courtesy of us. The Anthropocene is the era of human impacts reshaping Earth, with one main cause: the more we burn fossil fuels, the more greenhouse gases—carbon, sulfur, methane—are emitted. These block our planet's natural processes of releasing heat into space, trapping it within. As the planet heats—we are now 1.5 degrees hotter than preindustrial times—it collapses. Thus, melting Arctic ice has reached a record low alongside massive glacial retreat in Antarctica. As the oceans swell, water is absorbed by winds unleashing this as 'unseasonal' rain. This wonky water cycle also spurs droughts—dry months burst into wildfires, reducing Amazon forest and Hollywood studio equally to smoke and dust. In the relentless logic of the Anthropocene, nothing is wasted—hence, that smoke and dust return somewhere as a 'season of smog'. Yet, there are solutions.

Which of the following is not the result of human intervention with nature?

Unending summers

Coming of natural seasons

Chopped-up winters

Howling typhoons

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q177:

19th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Everything we associate with the rejuvenation of life is intertwined with the seasons. Think of holidays and harvests, festivals of tunes and tinsel, altered ocean currents heaving with young fish. Remember the skies suddenly agleam with vibrant visitor-birds or beaches hosting turtles born and birthing there. All beings on Earth are shaped by the seasons—which makes unnatural changes in these crucial cycles concerning. Consider how summer in western countries now stretches to half the year while winter has shrunk, withdrawing its draperies of snow. Spring has lengthened, bringing in more pollen and invasive species, while in the east, the monsoon is more erratic, spewing rains of wild velocity. Summers have grown unbelievably hot—and we all know that choking 'smog season', months of dense air pollution covering us like a filthy blanket. Natural seasons come from Earth orbiting the sun—the closer we get, the warmer we feel, the farther we go, life gets colder. However, these changing climes—unending summers, chopped-up winters, howling typhoons—are courtesy of us. The Anthropocene is the era of human impacts reshaping Earth, with one main cause: the more we burn fossil fuels, the more greenhouse gases—carbon, sulfur, methane—are emitted. These block our planet's natural processes of releasing heat into space, trapping it within. As the planet heats—we are now 1.5 degrees hotter than preindustrial times—it collapses. Thus, melting Arctic ice has reached a record low alongside massive glacial retreat in Antarctica. As the oceans swell, water is absorbed by winds unleashing this as 'unseasonal' rain. This wonky water cycle also spurs droughts—dry months burst into wildfires, reducing Amazon forest and Hollywood studio equally to smoke and dust. In the relentless logic of the Anthropocene, nothing is wasted—hence, that smoke and dust return somewhere as a 'season of smog'. Yet, there are solutions.

According to the passage, the Anthropocene refers to the results of:

Human activity

Seasonal shifts

Earthly changes

Cultural changes

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q178:

19th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Immersing oneself in nature can profoundly impact physical health. Outdoor activities such as hiking, biking or walking in natural settings improve cardiovascular health, increase fitness levels and reduce stress. Breathing fresh air and soaking up sunlight also enhances vitamin D production, supporting bone health and boosting the immune system. Nature is a powerful antidote to stress and anxiety, promoting mental and emotional well-being. Nature's sights, sounds, and smells calm the mind, reducing tension and enhancing mood. Studies have shown that spending time in natural environments decreases symptoms of depression and anxiety while increasing feelings of happiness and well-being. The beauty and tranquility of nature provide a much-needed escape from the pressures of daily life, allowing for reflection, mindfulness and relaxation. Immersion in natural settings fosters a sense of awe, wonder and spirituality, encouraging contemplation and introspection. The rhythmic sounds of waves crashing on the shore, the rustling of leaves or the sight of a breathtaking sunset can evoke a sense of peace and serenity. Engaging in gardening or spending time in green spaces has been recognised as "eco-therapy" or "green therapy." Working with plants, digging in the soil and tending to a garden have been shown to reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. Caring for living things and witnessing the growth and transformation of plants brings a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Furthermore, participation in nature conservation efforts allows individuals to contribute to the planet's well-being and fostering a sense of environmental stewardship.

According to the passage benefits of outdoor activities does not include:

Production of Vitamin D

Improvement in bone health

Reduction in skin diseases

Strengthening the immune system

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q179:

19th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Immersing oneself in nature can profoundly impact physical health. Outdoor activities such as hiking, biking or walking in natural settings improve cardiovascular health, increase fitness levels and reduce stress. Breathing fresh air and soaking up sunlight also enhances vitamin D production, supporting bone health and boosting the immune system. Nature is a powerful antidote to stress and anxiety, promoting mental and emotional well-being. Nature's sights, sounds, and smells calm the mind, reducing tension and enhancing mood. Studies have shown that spending time in natural environments decreases symptoms of depression and anxiety while increasing feelings of happiness and well-being. The beauty and tranquility of nature provide a much-needed escape from the pressures of daily life, allowing for reflection, mindfulness and relaxation. Immersion in natural settings fosters a sense of awe, wonder and spirituality, encouraging contemplation and introspection. The rhythmic sounds of waves crashing on the shore, the rustling of leaves or the sight of a breathtaking sunset can evoke a sense of peace and serenity. Engaging in gardening or spending time in green spaces has been recognised as "eco-therapy" or "green therapy." Working with plants, digging in the soil and tending to a garden have been shown to reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. Caring for living things and witnessing the growth and transformation of plants brings a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Furthermore, participation in nature conservation efforts allows individuals to contribute to the planet's well-being and fostering a sense of environmental stewardship.

How does 'Eco-therapy' or 'Green therapy' contribute to the well-being of the planet?

The outdoor activities such as hiking, biking and walking are good for nature.

More engagement of human beings will lead to the exploitation of nature.

The individual's engagement with nature contributes to conservation of the environment.

People will start making their houses in the forest, which will lead to the conservation of nature.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q180:

19th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Immersing oneself in nature can profoundly impact physical health. Outdoor activities such as hiking, biking or walking in natural settings improve cardiovascular health, increase fitness levels and reduce stress. Breathing fresh air and soaking up sunlight also enhances vitamin D production, supporting bone health and boosting the immune system. Nature is a powerful antidote to stress and anxiety, promoting mental and emotional well-being. Nature's sights, sounds, and smells calm the mind, reducing tension and enhancing mood. Studies have shown that spending time in natural environments decreases symptoms of depression and anxiety while increasing feelings of happiness and well-being. The beauty and tranquility of nature provide a much-needed escape from the pressures of daily life, allowing for reflection, mindfulness and relaxation. Immersion in natural settings fosters a sense of awe, wonder and spirituality, encouraging contemplation and introspection. The rhythmic sounds of waves crashing on the shore, the rustling of leaves or the sight of a breathtaking sunset can evoke a sense of peace and serenity. Engaging in gardening or spending time in green spaces has been recognised as "eco-therapy" or "green therapy." Working with plants, digging in the soil and tending to a garden have been shown to reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. Caring for living things and witnessing the growth and transformation of plants brings a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Furthermore, participation in nature conservation efforts allows individuals to contribute to the planet's well-being and fostering a sense of environmental stewardship.

One can bring a sense of purpose and fulfillment to one's life by:

engaging in outdoor activities.

nurturing and observing the growth of plants.

setting large and small goals in life.

breathing fresh air and soaking up sunlight.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q181:

19th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Immersing oneself in nature can profoundly impact physical health. Outdoor activities such as hiking, biking or walking in natural settings improve cardiovascular health, increase fitness levels and reduce stress. Breathing fresh air and soaking up sunlight also enhances vitamin D production, supporting bone health and boosting the immune system. Nature is a powerful antidote to stress and anxiety, promoting mental and emotional well-being. Nature's sights, sounds, and smells calm the mind, reducing tension and enhancing mood. Studies have shown that spending time in natural environments decreases symptoms of depression and anxiety while increasing feelings of happiness and well-being. The beauty and tranquility of nature provide a much-needed escape from the pressures of daily life, allowing for reflection, mindfulness and relaxation. Immersion in natural settings fosters a sense of awe, wonder and spirituality, encouraging contemplation and introspection. The rhythmic sounds of waves crashing on the shore, the rustling of leaves or the sight of a breathtaking sunset can evoke a sense of peace and serenity. Engaging in gardening or spending time in green spaces has been recognised as "eco-therapy" or "green therapy." Working with plants, digging in the soil and tending to a garden have been shown to reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. Caring for living things and witnessing the growth and transformation of plants brings a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Furthermore, participation in nature conservation efforts allows individuals to contribute to the planet's well-being and fostering a sense of environmental stewardship.

According to the author, humans can play a significant role in protecting nature by taking:

a lead to live a peaceful life.

a call to appreciate the beauties of nature regularly.

outdoor activities seriously.

the onus to conserve nature through endeavours.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q182:

19th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Immersing oneself in nature can profoundly impact physical health. Outdoor activities such as hiking, biking or walking in natural settings improve cardiovascular health, increase fitness levels and reduce stress. Breathing fresh air and soaking up sunlight also enhances vitamin D production, supporting bone health and boosting the immune system. Nature is a powerful antidote to stress and anxiety, promoting mental and emotional well-being. Nature's sights, sounds, and smells calm the mind, reducing tension and enhancing mood. Studies have shown that spending time in natural environments decreases symptoms of depression and anxiety while increasing feelings of happiness and well-being. The beauty and tranquility of nature provide a much-needed escape from the pressures of daily life, allowing for reflection, mindfulness and relaxation. Immersion in natural settings fosters a sense of awe, wonder and spirituality, encouraging contemplation and introspection. The rhythmic sounds of waves crashing on the shore, the rustling of leaves or the sight of a breathtaking sunset can evoke a sense of peace and serenity. Engaging in gardening or spending time in green spaces has been recognised as "eco-therapy" or "green therapy." Working with plants, digging in the soil and tending to a garden have been shown to reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. Caring for living things and witnessing the growth and transformation of plants brings a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Furthermore, participation in nature conservation efforts allows individuals to contribute to the planet's well-being and fostering a sense of environmental stewardship.

Nature acts as an antidote to human sufferings as it-

provides an escape from the pressures of life.

has various happiness games to entertain.

helps us to create more pressure in daily life.

deals with the burning issue of global warming.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q183:

19th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

As I crossed the stream and began climbing the hill, the grunting and chattering increased, as though the langurs were trying to warn me of some hidden danger. A shower of pebbles came rattling down the steep hillside, and I looked up to see a sinewy orange-gold leopard poised on a rock about 20 feet above me. It was not looking towards me, but had its head thrust attentively forward in the direction of the ravine. It must have sensed my presence though, because slowly it turned its head to look down at me. It seemed a little puzzled at my presence there; when, to give myself courage, I clapped my hands sharply, the leopard sprang away into the thickets, making no sound as it melted into the shadows. I had disturbed the animal in its quest for food. But a little later I heard the cry of a barking deer as it fled through the forest; the hunt was still on. The leopard, like other members of the cat family, is nearing extinction in India, and I was surprised to find one so close to Mussoorie. Probably deforestation had driven the deer into this green valley; the leopard, naturally, had followed. It was some weeks before I saw the leopard again, although I was often made aware of its presence. A dry, rasping cough sometimes gave it away. At times, I felt almost certain I was being followed.

As the author begins to climb the hill, he is being warned of:

the presence of langurs

imminent landslide

the presence of a predator

the presence of deers

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q184:

19th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

As I crossed the stream and began climbing the hill, the grunting and chattering increased, as though the langurs were trying to warn me of some hidden danger. A shower of pebbles came rattling down the steep hillside, and I looked up to see a sinewy orange-gold leopard poised on a rock about 20 feet above me. It was not looking towards me, but had its head thrust attentively forward in the direction of the ravine. It must have sensed my presence though, because slowly it turned its head to look down at me. It seemed a little puzzled at my presence there; when, to give myself courage, I clapped my hands sharply, the leopard sprang away into the thickets, making no sound as it melted into the shadows. I had disturbed the animal in its quest for food. But a little later I heard the cry of a barking deer as it fled through the forest; the hunt was still on. The leopard, like other members of the cat family, is nearing extinction in India, and I was surprised to find one so close to Mussoorie. Probably deforestation had driven the deer into this green valley; the leopard, naturally, had followed. It was some weeks before I saw the leopard again, although I was often made aware of its presence. A dry, rasping cough sometimes gave it away. At times, I felt almost certain I was being followed.

The leapord made its presence felt to the author sometimes through:

a harsh grating noise

a loud growl

shifting the pebbles

moving in an overtly manner

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q185:

19th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

As I crossed the stream and began climbing the hill, the grunting and chattering increased, as though the langurs were trying to warn me of some hidden danger. A shower of pebbles came rattling down the steep hillside, and I looked up to see a sinewy orange-gold leopard poised on a rock about 20 feet above me. It was not looking towards me, but had its head thrust attentively forward in the direction of the ravine. It must have sensed my presence though, because slowly it turned its head to look down at me. It seemed a little puzzled at my presence there; when, to give myself courage, I clapped my hands sharply, the leopard sprang away into the thickets, making no sound as it melted into the shadows. I had disturbed the animal in its quest for food. But a little later I heard the cry of a barking deer as it fled through the forest; the hunt was still on. The leopard, like other members of the cat family, is nearing extinction in India, and I was surprised to find one so close to Mussoorie. Probably deforestation had driven the deer into this green valley; the leopard, naturally, had followed. It was some weeks before I saw the leopard again, although I was often made aware of its presence. A dry, rasping cough sometimes gave it away. At times, I felt almost certain I was being followed.

According to the author, what threat does the leopard face?

Presence of deer

Shower of pebbles

Imminent extermination

Deforestation

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q186:

19th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

As I crossed the stream and began climbing the hill, the grunting and chattering increased, as though the langurs were trying to warn me of some hidden danger. A shower of pebbles came rattling down the steep hillside, and I looked up to see a sinewy orange-gold leopard poised on a rock about 20 feet above me. It was not looking towards me, but had its head thrust attentively forward in the direction of the ravine. It must have sensed my presence though, because slowly it turned its head to look down at me. It seemed a little puzzled at my presence there; when, to give myself courage, I clapped my hands sharply, the leopard sprang away into the thickets, making no sound as it melted into the shadows. I had disturbed the animal in its quest for food. But a little later I heard the cry of a barking deer as it fled through the forest; the hunt was still on. The leopard, like other members of the cat family, is nearing extinction in India, and I was surprised to find one so close to Mussoorie. Probably deforestation had driven the deer into this green valley; the leopard, naturally, had followed. It was some weeks before I saw the leopard again, although I was often made aware of its presence. A dry, rasping cough sometimes gave it away. At times, I felt almost certain I was being followed.

The reason that the leopard could be sighted so close to human settlements points to:

The impact of global warming

A near extinction of leopards

A fall out of deforestation

The unwarranted presence of the author

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q187:

19th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

As I crossed the stream and began climbing the hill, the grunting and chattering increased, as though the langurs were trying to warn me of some hidden danger. A shower of pebbles came rattling down the steep hillside, and I looked up to see a sinewy orange-gold leopard poised on a rock about 20 feet above me. It was not looking towards me, but had its head thrust attentively forward in the direction of the ravine. It must have sensed my presence though, because slowly it turned its head to look down at me. It seemed a little puzzled at my presence there; when, to give myself courage, I clapped my hands sharply, the leopard sprang away into the thickets, making no sound as it melted into the shadows. I had disturbed the animal in its quest for food. But a little later I heard the cry of a barking deer as it fled through the forest; the hunt was still on. The leopard, like other members of the cat family, is nearing extinction in India, and I was surprised to find one so close to Mussoorie. Probably deforestation had driven the deer into this green valley; the leopard, naturally, had followed. It was some weeks before I saw the leopard again, although I was often made aware of its presence. A dry, rasping cough sometimes gave it away. At times, I felt almost certain I was being followed.

The word 'sinewy' in the given sentence means: I looked up to see a sinewy orange-gold leopard poised on a rock about 20 feet above me.

small

brawny

young

skinny

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q188:

18th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

He walked into my clinic and placed a bottle on my table. A bottle of insecticide. This disease has long been called the 'suicide disease'. In recent times, it briefly returned to public conversation when actor Salman Khan spoke about his experience with facial pain. But two decades ago one man gave me a lesson in its brutality I will never forget. Until 2004, I performed Microvascular Decompression [MVD] surgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia but not with the urgency and singular focus that now defines my practice. Then came an afternoon that changed the course of my life and shape of the work that we do at our neurosurgical centre in Pune today. My clinic hours were over and I was ready to leave when my secretary hesitated at the door. "There's a gentleman who has come from very far", she whispered. "He looks quiet distressed. I think you should see him. I asked her to send him in. Years of treating this disease had prepared me for patients in pain, yet this man's appearance was startling. He was unshaven for days, his eyes were heavy. His right hand clutched a bag- his last hope. "Are you Dr. Jayadev?" he asked with teeth clenched. Then he reached his bag and placed a bottle on my table labelled 'insecticide'. "Please tell me you can cure me or I will drink this and end the pain." He had been suffering for six long years, surviving on high dose of anti-seizure medications. This man- a living proof that the disease could drive a person to the edge. Like the other patients he had been to various dentists in vain. The day he came to me, he was convinced that he needed surgery and so was I. Operation done, culprit found, a small artery.

Which condition was the patient suffering from?

Epilepsy

Trigeminal Neuralgia

Brain Tumor

Migraine

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q189:

18th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

He walked into my clinic and placed a bottle on my table. A bottle of insecticide. This disease has long been called the 'suicide disease'. In recent times, it briefly returned to public conversation when actor Salman Khan spoke about his experience with facial pain. But two decades ago one man gave me a lesson in its brutality I will never forget. Until 2004, I performed Microvascular Decompression [MVD] surgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia but not with the urgency and singular focus that now defines my practice. Then came an afternoon that changed the course of my life and shape of the work that we do at our neurosurgical centre in Pune today. My clinic hours were over and I was ready to leave when my secretary hesitated at the door. "There's a gentleman who has come from very far", she whispered. "He looks quiet distressed. I think you should see him. I asked her to send him in. Years of treating this disease had prepared me for patients in pain, yet this man's appearance was startling. He was unshaven for days, his eyes were heavy. His right hand clutched a bag- his last hope. "Are you Dr. Jayadev?" he asked with teeth clenched. Then he reached his bag and placed a bottle on my table labelled 'insecticide'. "Please tell me you can cure me or I will drink this and end the pain." He had been suffering for six long years, surviving on high dose of anti-seizure medications. This man- a living proof that the disease could drive a person to the edge. Like the other patients he had been to various dentists in vain. The day he came to me, he was convinced that he needed surgery and so was I. Operation done, culprit found, a small artery.

Choose the statement that is factually incorrect out of the options given below:

The patient had been suffering from suicide disease.

Doctor and patient were in accord for surgery.

The patient arrived at the clinic challenging the doctor.

Collaboration of dentists and M.V.D. surgeons was needed for cure.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q190:

18th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

He walked into my clinic and placed a bottle on my table. A bottle of insecticide. This disease has long been called the 'suicide disease'. In recent times, it briefly returned to public conversation when actor Salman Khan spoke about his experience with facial pain. But two decades ago one man gave me a lesson in its brutality I will never forget. Until 2004, I performed Microvascular Decompression [MVD] surgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia but not with the urgency and singular focus that now defines my practice. Then came an afternoon that changed the course of my life and shape of the work that we do at our neurosurgical centre in Pune today. My clinic hours were over and I was ready to leave when my secretary hesitated at the door. "There's a gentleman who has come from very far", she whispered. "He looks quiet distressed. I think you should see him. I asked her to send him in. Years of treating this disease had prepared me for patients in pain, yet this man's appearance was startling. He was unshaven for days, his eyes were heavy. His right hand clutched a bag- his last hope. "Are you Dr. Jayadev?" he asked with teeth clenched. Then he reached his bag and placed a bottle on my table labelled 'insecticide'. "Please tell me you can cure me or I will drink this and end the pain." He had been suffering for six long years, surviving on high dose of anti-seizure medications. This man- a living proof that the disease could drive a person to the edge. Like the other patients he had been to various dentists in vain. The day he came to me, he was convinced that he needed surgery and so was I. Operation done, culprit found, a small artery.

Which of the following is the opposite of the word 'Distressed' used in the passage?

Troubled

Alleviative

Anxious

Perturbed

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q191:

18th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

He walked into my clinic and placed a bottle on my table. A bottle of insecticide. This disease has long been called the 'suicide disease'. In recent times, it briefly returned to public conversation when actor Salman Khan spoke about his experience with facial pain. But two decades ago one man gave me a lesson in its brutality I will never forget. Until 2004, I performed Microvascular Decompression [MVD] surgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia but not with the urgency and singular focus that now defines my practice. Then came an afternoon that changed the course of my life and shape of the work that we do at our neurosurgical centre in Pune today. My clinic hours were over and I was ready to leave when my secretary hesitated at the door. "There's a gentleman who has come from very far", she whispered. "He looks quiet distressed. I think you should see him. I asked her to send him in. Years of treating this disease had prepared me for patients in pain, yet this man's appearance was startling. He was unshaven for days, his eyes were heavy. His right hand clutched a bag- his last hope. "Are you Dr. Jayadev?" he asked with teeth clenched. Then he reached his bag and placed a bottle on my table labelled 'insecticide'. "Please tell me you can cure me or I will drink this and end the pain." He had been suffering for six long years, surviving on high dose of anti-seizure medications. This man- a living proof that the disease could drive a person to the edge. Like the other patients he had been to various dentists in vain. The day he came to me, he was convinced that he needed surgery and so was I. Operation done, culprit found, a small artery.

Which of the following is not mentioned in the passage?

It can drive people to edge

Causes extreme facial pain

Permanently damages the facial nerve

Salman Khan suffers from it

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q192:

18th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

He walked into my clinic and placed a bottle on my table. A bottle of insecticide. This disease has long been called the 'suicide disease'. In recent times, it briefly returned to public conversation when actor Salman Khan spoke about his experience with facial pain. But two decades ago one man gave me a lesson in its brutality I will never forget. Until 2004, I performed Microvascular Decompression [MVD] surgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia but not with the urgency and singular focus that now defines my practice. Then came an afternoon that changed the course of my life and shape of the work that we do at our neurosurgical centre in Pune today. My clinic hours were over and I was ready to leave when my secretary hesitated at the door. "There's a gentleman who has come from very far", she whispered. "He looks quiet distressed. I think you should see him. I asked her to send him in. Years of treating this disease had prepared me for patients in pain, yet this man's appearance was startling. He was unshaven for days, his eyes were heavy. His right hand clutched a bag- his last hope. "Are you Dr. Jayadev?" he asked with teeth clenched. Then he reached his bag and placed a bottle on my table labelled 'insecticide'. "Please tell me you can cure me or I will drink this and end the pain." He had been suffering for six long years, surviving on high dose of anti-seizure medications. This man- a living proof that the disease could drive a person to the edge. Like the other patients he had been to various dentists in vain. The day he came to me, he was convinced that he needed surgery and so was I. Operation done, culprit found, a small artery.

Which phrase is commonly associated with the disease that is referred to in the passage?

Pain of lifetime

Suicide disease

Invisible suffering disorder

Killer pain

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q193:

18th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

There was only one small chink in the armour of austerity that had sat so heavily on my grandmother ever since I could remember: she had a secret fondness for jewellery. She had stopped wearing jewellery, after she was widowed. But there was one piece of jewellery that she had never parted with. It was a long, thin chain with a tiny ruby pendant. She had never taken it off, at least not in my recollection. I wear it because He gave it to me, she explained to me once. You know your grandfather. It was the first thing He ever gave me in Rangoon, soon after we were married. One afternoon I came home from school to find the radio blaring at the top volume in my grandmother's room, upstairs. I ran in and found my mother lying prostrate on her bed, with her fingers jabbed against her temples and a wet cloth draped over her eyes. What's going on? I asked her. Who's to know but God? She said, Your Tha'mma went out of the house at ten this morning and came back a couple of hours later. She wouldn't have anything to eat, instead she went upstairs and turned on her radio and it's been going on like that ever since. I ran upstairs and pushed my grandmother's door open. I could only see her back. She was crouching over the radio. Tha'mma! I shouted. What happened to your chain? What have you done with it? She turned to look at me then. Her hair were hanging in wet ropes over her face; her eyes glazed and her spectacles had fallen off. I was frightened by the sight of her. I gave it away, she said, her eyes glazed, unfocused eyes alighting, not on me but on a point on the wall above my head. Why Tha'mma? I said, why did you do that? I gave it away, she screamed. I gave it to the fund for the war. I had to, don't you see? For your sake; for your freedom. We have to kill them before they kill us; we have to wipe them out.

What does Tha'mma's decision reflect about her?

She was eccentric.

She cared deeply about the future of the narrator.

She was self centred and wanted to save her reputation.

She wanted to prove her patriotism.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q194:

18th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

There was only one small chink in the armour of austerity that had sat so heavily on my grandmother ever since I could remember: she had a secret fondness for jewellery. She had stopped wearing jewellery, after she was widowed. But there was one piece of jewellery that she had never parted with. It was a long, thin chain with a tiny ruby pendant. She had never taken it off, at least not in my recollection. I wear it because He gave it to me, she explained to me once. You know your grandfather. It was the first thing He ever gave me in Rangoon, soon after we were married. One afternoon I came home from school to find the radio blaring at the top volume in my grandmother's room, upstairs. I ran in and found my mother lying prostrate on her bed, with her fingers jabbed against her temples and a wet cloth draped over her eyes. What's going on? I asked her. Who's to know but God? She said, Your Tha'mma went out of the house at ten this morning and came back a couple of hours later. She wouldn't have anything to eat, instead she went upstairs and turned on her radio and it's been going on like that ever since. I ran upstairs and pushed my grandmother's door open. I could only see her back. She was crouching over the radio. Tha'mma! I shouted. What happened to your chain? What have you done with it? She turned to look at me then. Her hair were hanging in wet ropes over her face; her eyes glazed and her spectacles had fallen off. I was frightened by the sight of her. I gave it away, she said, her eyes glazed, unfocused eyes alighting, not on me but on a point on the wall above my head. Why Tha'mma? I said, why did you do that? I gave it away, she screamed. I gave it to the fund for the war. I had to, don't you see? For your sake; for your freedom. We have to kill them before they kill us; we have to wipe them out.

The grandmother did not part with the ruby pendant-

as she was fond of rubies and topaz.

as rubies in exchange could ger her lot of money.

as it was her husband's first gift.

it reminded her of Rangoon.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q195:

18th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

There was only one small chink in the armour of austerity that had sat so heavily on my grandmother ever since I could remember: she had a secret fondness for jewellery. She had stopped wearing jewellery, after she was widowed. But there was one piece of jewellery that she had never parted with. It was a long, thin chain with a tiny ruby pendant. She had never taken it off, at least not in my recollection. I wear it because He gave it to me, she explained to me once. You know your grandfather. It was the first thing He ever gave me in Rangoon, soon after we were married. One afternoon I came home from school to find the radio blaring at the top volume in my grandmother's room, upstairs. I ran in and found my mother lying prostrate on her bed, with her fingers jabbed against her temples and a wet cloth draped over her eyes. What's going on? I asked her. Who's to know but God? She said, Your Tha'mma went out of the house at ten this morning and came back a couple of hours later. She wouldn't have anything to eat, instead she went upstairs and turned on her radio and it's been going on like that ever since. I ran upstairs and pushed my grandmother's door open. I could only see her back. She was crouching over the radio. Tha'mma! I shouted. What happened to your chain? What have you done with it? She turned to look at me then. Her hair were hanging in wet ropes over her face; her eyes glazed and her spectacles had fallen off. I was frightened by the sight of her. I gave it away, she said, her eyes glazed, unfocused eyes alighting, not on me but on a point on the wall above my head. Why Tha'mma? I said, why did you do that? I gave it away, she screamed. I gave it to the fund for the war. I had to, don't you see? For your sake; for your freedom. We have to kill them before they kill us; we have to wipe them out.

What do you think has made the narrator's mother unwell?

She had an argument with Tha'mma.

Her trip outside the house had made her unwell.

The radio blaring at top volume and strange behaviour of the grandmother.

Listening to the News three times had made her sick.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q196:

18th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

There was only one small chink in the armour of austerity that had sat so heavily on my grandmother ever since I could remember: she had a secret fondness for jewellery. She had stopped wearing jewellery, after she was widowed. But there was one piece of jewellery that she had never parted with. It was a long, thin chain with a tiny ruby pendant. She had never taken it off, at least not in my recollection. I wear it because He gave it to me, she explained to me once. You know your grandfather. It was the first thing He ever gave me in Rangoon, soon after we were married. One afternoon I came home from school to find the radio blaring at the top volume in my grandmother's room, upstairs. I ran in and found my mother lying prostrate on her bed, with her fingers jabbed against her temples and a wet cloth draped over her eyes. What's going on? I asked her. Who's to know but God? She said, Your Tha'mma went out of the house at ten this morning and came back a couple of hours later. She wouldn't have anything to eat, instead she went upstairs and turned on her radio and it's been going on like that ever since. I ran upstairs and pushed my grandmother's door open. I could only see her back. She was crouching over the radio. Tha'mma! I shouted. What happened to your chain? What have you done with it? She turned to look at me then. Her hair were hanging in wet ropes over her face; her eyes glazed and her spectacles had fallen off. I was frightened by the sight of her. I gave it away, she said, her eyes glazed, unfocused eyes alighting, not on me but on a point on the wall above my head. Why Tha'mma? I said, why did you do that? I gave it away, she screamed. I gave it to the fund for the war. I had to, don't you see? For your sake; for your freedom. We have to kill them before they kill us; we have to wipe them out.

"Tha'mma! I shouted." The narrator shouted---

to be heard above the noise of the radio.

as Tha'mma was hard of hearing.

as Tha'mma seemed to be in a trance.

the narrator was angry with her.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q197:

18th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

There was only one small chink in the armour of austerity that had sat so heavily on my grandmother ever since I could remember: she had a secret fondness for jewellery. She had stopped wearing jewellery, after she was widowed. But there was one piece of jewellery that she had never parted with. It was a long, thin chain with a tiny ruby pendant. She had never taken it off, at least not in my recollection. I wear it because He gave it to me, she explained to me once. You know your grandfather. It was the first thing He ever gave me in Rangoon, soon after we were married. One afternoon I came home from school to find the radio blaring at the top volume in my grandmother's room, upstairs. I ran in and found my mother lying prostrate on her bed, with her fingers jabbed against her temples and a wet cloth draped over her eyes. What's going on? I asked her. Who's to know but God? She said, Your Tha'mma went out of the house at ten this morning and came back a couple of hours later. She wouldn't have anything to eat, instead she went upstairs and turned on her radio and it's been going on like that ever since. I ran upstairs and pushed my grandmother's door open. I could only see her back. She was crouching over the radio. Tha'mma! I shouted. What happened to your chain? What have you done with it? She turned to look at me then. Her hair were hanging in wet ropes over her face; her eyes glazed and her spectacles had fallen off. I was frightened by the sight of her. I gave it away, she said, her eyes glazed, unfocused eyes alighting, not on me but on a point on the wall above my head. Why Tha'mma? I said, why did you do that? I gave it away, she screamed. I gave it to the fund for the war. I had to, don't you see? For your sake; for your freedom. We have to kill them before they kill us; we have to wipe them out.

The expression, 'armour of austerity' indicates that the grandmother

was not only poor but also sad

lived a life of luxury

surrounded herself with jewellery

had self-deprivation of luxuries of life.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q198:

18th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Rao Bika Rathore established one of the most prominent kingdoms of Rajasthan, Bikaner in 1488. During his reign, Anup Singh (1669-1698) instituted a library in Bikaner that became a repository of manuscripts and paintings. As a result of long associations with the Mughals, Bikaner developed a distinctive language of miniature painting that was influenced by the Mughal elegance and a subdued colour palette. In Anup Singh's reign, Ruknuddin, whose ancestors came from the Mughal court, was the master artist, whose style was an amalgamation of the indigenous idiom with Deccani and Mughal conventions. He painted significant texts, such as the Ramayana, Rasikapriya and Durga Saptsati. A prevailing practice in Bikaner was to set up studios called Mandi, where a group of artists worked under the supervision of a master artist. From inscriptions, it can be gathered that Ruknuddin, Ibrahim and Nathu managed some of these professional studios. On the completion of a painting, the court archivist entered the name of the master artist and the date behind the painting, which resulted in the name of the master artist being inscribed on the works of his students, who may not have necessarily painted in the same style. However, master artists would occasionally put finishing touches to the paintings, in a process called "gudarayi", literally meaning "to lift". Apart from its activities of making new miniatures, the studio was also entrusted with the practice of making "marammat" or repairing and also making "nakal" or copies of older works. The custom of having portraits of artists is unique to the Bikaner school and most of them are inscribed with information regarding their ancestry. They are referred to as "ustas" or "ustads". Ruknuddin painted exquisite works in soft colour tones. Ibrahim's works have a misty, dreamlike quality, with dainty figures and heavily modeled faces. His studio appears to be the most prolific, as his name occurs on different sets of Baramasa, Ragamala and Rasikapriya.

The following options indicate names of texts that have been mentioned in the passage. Choose the option that indicates the texts associated with the works of Ibrahim. (A) Ramayana (B) Rasikapriya (C) Durga Saptasati (D) Baramasa Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) and (C) only

(A), (B) and (C) only

(B) and (D) only

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q199:

18th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Rao Bika Rathore established one of the most prominent kingdoms of Rajasthan, Bikaner in 1488. During his reign, Anup Singh (1669-1698) instituted a library in Bikaner that became a repository of manuscripts and paintings. As a result of long associations with the Mughals, Bikaner developed a distinctive language of miniature painting that was influenced by the Mughal elegance and a subdued colour palette. In Anup Singh's reign, Ruknuddin, whose ancestors came from the Mughal court, was the master artist, whose style was an amalgamation of the indigenous idiom with Deccani and Mughal conventions. He painted significant texts, such as the Ramayana, Rasikapriya and Durga Saptsati. A prevailing practice in Bikaner was to set up studios called Mandi, where a group of artists worked under the supervision of a master artist. From inscriptions, it can be gathered that Ruknuddin, Ibrahim and Nathu managed some of these professional studios. On the completion of a painting, the court archivist entered the name of the master artist and the date behind the painting, which resulted in the name of the master artist being inscribed on the works of his students, who may not have necessarily painted in the same style. However, master artists would occasionally put finishing touches to the paintings, in a process called "gudarayi", literally meaning "to lift". Apart from its activities of making new miniatures, the studio was also entrusted with the practice of making "marammat" or repairing and also making "nakal" or copies of older works. The custom of having portraits of artists is unique to the Bikaner school and most of them are inscribed with information regarding their ancestry. They are referred to as "ustas" or "ustads". Ruknuddin painted exquisite works in soft colour tones. Ibrahim's works have a misty, dreamlike quality, with dainty figures and heavily modeled faces. His studio appears to be the most prolific, as his name occurs on different sets of Baramasa, Ragamala and Rasikapriya.

___________ is called master artist.

Ibrahim

Ruknuddin

Nathu

Anup Singh

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q200:

18th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Rao Bika Rathore established one of the most prominent kingdoms of Rajasthan, Bikaner in 1488. During his reign, Anup Singh (1669-1698) instituted a library in Bikaner that became a repository of manuscripts and paintings. As a result of long associations with the Mughals, Bikaner developed a distinctive language of miniature painting that was influenced by the Mughal elegance and a subdued colour palette. In Anup Singh's reign, Ruknuddin, whose ancestors came from the Mughal court, was the master artist, whose style was an amalgamation of the indigenous idiom with Deccani and Mughal conventions. He painted significant texts, such as the Ramayana, Rasikapriya and Durga Saptsati. A prevailing practice in Bikaner was to set up studios called Mandi, where a group of artists worked under the supervision of a master artist. From inscriptions, it can be gathered that Ruknuddin, Ibrahim and Nathu managed some of these professional studios. On the completion of a painting, the court archivist entered the name of the master artist and the date behind the painting, which resulted in the name of the master artist being inscribed on the works of his students, who may not have necessarily painted in the same style. However, master artists would occasionally put finishing touches to the paintings, in a process called "gudarayi", literally meaning "to lift". Apart from its activities of making new miniatures, the studio was also entrusted with the practice of making "marammat" or repairing and also making "nakal" or copies of older works. The custom of having portraits of artists is unique to the Bikaner school and most of them are inscribed with information regarding their ancestry. They are referred to as "ustas" or "ustads". Ruknuddin painted exquisite works in soft colour tones. Ibrahim's works have a misty, dreamlike quality, with dainty figures and heavily modeled faces. His studio appears to be the most prolific, as his name occurs on different sets of Baramasa, Ragamala and Rasikapriya.

The passage mentions several artistic techniques and practices that were followed by the studio. Choose the option that is not a technique as per the passage.

Gudarayi

Mandi

Nakal

Marammat

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q201:

18th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Rao Bika Rathore established one of the most prominent kingdoms of Rajasthan, Bikaner in 1488. During his reign, Anup Singh (1669-1698) instituted a library in Bikaner that became a repository of manuscripts and paintings. As a result of long associations with the Mughals, Bikaner developed a distinctive language of miniature painting that was influenced by the Mughal elegance and a subdued colour palette. In Anup Singh's reign, Ruknuddin, whose ancestors came from the Mughal court, was the master artist, whose style was an amalgamation of the indigenous idiom with Deccani and Mughal conventions. He painted significant texts, such as the Ramayana, Rasikapriya and Durga Saptsati. A prevailing practice in Bikaner was to set up studios called Mandi, where a group of artists worked under the supervision of a master artist. From inscriptions, it can be gathered that Ruknuddin, Ibrahim and Nathu managed some of these professional studios. On the completion of a painting, the court archivist entered the name of the master artist and the date behind the painting, which resulted in the name of the master artist being inscribed on the works of his students, who may not have necessarily painted in the same style. However, master artists would occasionally put finishing touches to the paintings, in a process called "gudarayi", literally meaning "to lift". Apart from its activities of making new miniatures, the studio was also entrusted with the practice of making "marammat" or repairing and also making "nakal" or copies of older works. The custom of having portraits of artists is unique to the Bikaner school and most of them are inscribed with information regarding their ancestry. They are referred to as "ustas" or "ustads". Ruknuddin painted exquisite works in soft colour tones. Ibrahim's works have a misty, dreamlike quality, with dainty figures and heavily modeled faces. His studio appears to be the most prolific, as his name occurs on different sets of Baramasa, Ragamala and Rasikapriya.

Which of the following is a unique feature of the Bikaner School of Miniature Painting?

A vibrant colour palette

Portraits inscribed with information of the master artist

A unique indigenous idiom that disregards Deccani and Mughal conventions

Influence of Mughal elegance on texts written such as the Ramayana, Rasikapriya and Durga Saptasati

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q202:

18th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Rao Bika Rathore established one of the most prominent kingdoms of Rajasthan, Bikaner in 1488. During his reign, Anup Singh (1669-1698) instituted a library in Bikaner that became a repository of manuscripts and paintings. As a result of long associations with the Mughals, Bikaner developed a distinctive language of miniature painting that was influenced by the Mughal elegance and a subdued colour palette. In Anup Singh's reign, Ruknuddin, whose ancestors came from the Mughal court, was the master artist, whose style was an amalgamation of the indigenous idiom with Deccani and Mughal conventions. He painted significant texts, such as the Ramayana, Rasikapriya and Durga Saptsati. A prevailing practice in Bikaner was to set up studios called Mandi, where a group of artists worked under the supervision of a master artist. From inscriptions, it can be gathered that Ruknuddin, Ibrahim and Nathu managed some of these professional studios. On the completion of a painting, the court archivist entered the name of the master artist and the date behind the painting, which resulted in the name of the master artist being inscribed on the works of his students, who may not have necessarily painted in the same style. However, master artists would occasionally put finishing touches to the paintings, in a process called "gudarayi", literally meaning "to lift". Apart from its activities of making new miniatures, the studio was also entrusted with the practice of making "marammat" or repairing and also making "nakal" or copies of older works. The custom of having portraits of artists is unique to the Bikaner school and most of them are inscribed with information regarding their ancestry. They are referred to as "ustas" or "ustads". Ruknuddin painted exquisite works in soft colour tones. Ibrahim's works have a misty, dreamlike quality, with dainty figures and heavily modeled faces. His studio appears to be the most prolific, as his name occurs on different sets of Baramasa, Ragamala and Rasikapriya.

The place where amateur artists learned their trade was called _______.

Ustas

Archives

Mandi

Gudarayi

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q203:

18th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Mr. Utterson, the lawyer was a man of rugged countenance, that was never lighted by a smile; cold, scanty and embarrassed in discourse; backward in sentiment; lean, long, dusty, dreary, and yet somehow lovable. At friendly meetings, and when the wine was to his taste, something eminently human beaconed from his eye; something indeed which never found its way into his talk, but which spoke not only in these silent symbols of the after-dinner face, but more often and loudly in the acts of his life. He was austere with himself; and though he enjoyed the theater, had not crossed the doors of one for twenty years. But he had an approved tolerance for others; sometimes wondering, almost with envy, at the high pressure of spirits involved in their misdeeds; and in any extremity inclined to help rather than to reprove. It was frequently his fortune to be the last reputable acquaintance and the last good influence in the lives of down-going men. And to such as these, so long as they came about his chambers, he never marked a shade of change in his demeanour. No doubt the feat was easy to Mr. Utterson; for he was undemonstrative at the best, and even his friendship seemed to be founded in a similar catholicity of good-nature. It is the mark of a modest man to accept his friendly circle ready-made from the hands of opportunity; and that was the lawyer's way. His friends were those of his own blood or those whom he had known the longest; his affections, like ivy, were the growth of time, they implied no aptness in the object. Hence, no doubt, this was the bond that united him to Mr. Richard Enfield, his distant kinsman, the well-known man about town.

Mr Utterson :

is highly religious

is exceptionally articulated

always wore a friendly countenance

excelled in emotional restraint

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q204:

18th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Mr. Utterson, the lawyer was a man of rugged countenance, that was never lighted by a smile; cold, scanty and embarrassed in discourse; backward in sentiment; lean, long, dusty, dreary, and yet somehow lovable. At friendly meetings, and when the wine was to his taste, something eminently human beaconed from his eye; something indeed which never found its way into his talk, but which spoke not only in these silent symbols of the after-dinner face, but more often and loudly in the acts of his life. He was austere with himself; and though he enjoyed the theater, had not crossed the doors of one for twenty years. But he had an approved tolerance for others; sometimes wondering, almost with envy, at the high pressure of spirits involved in their misdeeds; and in any extremity inclined to help rather than to reprove. It was frequently his fortune to be the last reputable acquaintance and the last good influence in the lives of down-going men. And to such as these, so long as they came about his chambers, he never marked a shade of change in his demeanour. No doubt the feat was easy to Mr. Utterson; for he was undemonstrative at the best, and even his friendship seemed to be founded in a similar catholicity of good-nature. It is the mark of a modest man to accept his friendly circle ready-made from the hands of opportunity; and that was the lawyer's way. His friends were those of his own blood or those whom he had known the longest; his affections, like ivy, were the growth of time, they implied no aptness in the object. Hence, no doubt, this was the bond that united him to Mr. Richard Enfield, his distant kinsman, the well-known man about town.

Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct option: Normally cold and of serious disposition, at times Mr. Utterson's face acquired a softness that can be attributed to---

a drink of his choice.

a theatre night.

soothing music.

winning a case.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q205:

18th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Mr. Utterson, the lawyer was a man of rugged countenance, that was never lighted by a smile; cold, scanty and embarrassed in discourse; backward in sentiment; lean, long, dusty, dreary, and yet somehow lovable. At friendly meetings, and when the wine was to his taste, something eminently human beaconed from his eye; something indeed which never found its way into his talk, but which spoke not only in these silent symbols of the after-dinner face, but more often and loudly in the acts of his life. He was austere with himself; and though he enjoyed the theater, had not crossed the doors of one for twenty years. But he had an approved tolerance for others; sometimes wondering, almost with envy, at the high pressure of spirits involved in their misdeeds; and in any extremity inclined to help rather than to reprove. It was frequently his fortune to be the last reputable acquaintance and the last good influence in the lives of down-going men. And to such as these, so long as they came about his chambers, he never marked a shade of change in his demeanour. No doubt the feat was easy to Mr. Utterson; for he was undemonstrative at the best, and even his friendship seemed to be founded in a similar catholicity of good-nature. It is the mark of a modest man to accept his friendly circle ready-made from the hands of opportunity; and that was the lawyer's way. His friends were those of his own blood or those whom he had known the longest; his affections, like ivy, were the growth of time, they implied no aptness in the object. Hence, no doubt, this was the bond that united him to Mr. Richard Enfield, his distant kinsman, the well-known man about town.

Read the following sentence carefully: His friends were those of his own blood or those whom he had known the longest; his affections, like ivy, were the growth of time, they implied no aptness in the object. Based on your understanding, choose the option that correctly describes the meaning of the sentence.

Mr Utterson befriended only close relatives and his friendship is compared to ivy, which grows only where it is nurtured.

Mr Utterson's friendship was restricted to blood relatives and those he had known for a long time. His friendship is compared to ivy, which grows anywhere, without paying attention to appropriate conditions.

Mr Utterson never befriended any friends or acquaintances but rather preferred to form relationships with people he shared common interests with. The comparison to ivy is used for comic effect.

Mr Utterson was a loving family man.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q206:

18th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Mr. Utterson, the lawyer was a man of rugged countenance, that was never lighted by a smile; cold, scanty and embarrassed in discourse; backward in sentiment; lean, long, dusty, dreary, and yet somehow lovable. At friendly meetings, and when the wine was to his taste, something eminently human beaconed from his eye; something indeed which never found its way into his talk, but which spoke not only in these silent symbols of the after-dinner face, but more often and loudly in the acts of his life. He was austere with himself; and though he enjoyed the theater, had not crossed the doors of one for twenty years. But he had an approved tolerance for others; sometimes wondering, almost with envy, at the high pressure of spirits involved in their misdeeds; and in any extremity inclined to help rather than to reprove. It was frequently his fortune to be the last reputable acquaintance and the last good influence in the lives of down-going men. And to such as these, so long as they came about his chambers, he never marked a shade of change in his demeanour. No doubt the feat was easy to Mr. Utterson; for he was undemonstrative at the best, and even his friendship seemed to be founded in a similar catholicity of good-nature. It is the mark of a modest man to accept his friendly circle ready-made from the hands of opportunity; and that was the lawyer's way. His friends were those of his own blood or those whom he had known the longest; his affections, like ivy, were the growth of time, they implied no aptness in the object. Hence, no doubt, this was the bond that united him to Mr. Richard Enfield, his distant kinsman, the well-known man about town.

Read the passage carefully and find the word which is opposite in meaning to "Monologue"

Countenance

Discourse

Demeanour

Tolerance

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q207:

18th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Mr. Utterson, the lawyer was a man of rugged countenance, that was never lighted by a smile; cold, scanty and embarrassed in discourse; backward in sentiment; lean, long, dusty, dreary, and yet somehow lovable. At friendly meetings, and when the wine was to his taste, something eminently human beaconed from his eye; something indeed which never found its way into his talk, but which spoke not only in these silent symbols of the after-dinner face, but more often and loudly in the acts of his life. He was austere with himself; and though he enjoyed the theater, had not crossed the doors of one for twenty years. But he had an approved tolerance for others; sometimes wondering, almost with envy, at the high pressure of spirits involved in their misdeeds; and in any extremity inclined to help rather than to reprove. It was frequently his fortune to be the last reputable acquaintance and the last good influence in the lives of down-going men. And to such as these, so long as they came about his chambers, he never marked a shade of change in his demeanour. No doubt the feat was easy to Mr. Utterson; for he was undemonstrative at the best, and even his friendship seemed to be founded in a similar catholicity of good-nature. It is the mark of a modest man to accept his friendly circle ready-made from the hands of opportunity; and that was the lawyer's way. His friends were those of his own blood or those whom he had known the longest; his affections, like ivy, were the growth of time, they implied no aptness in the object. Hence, no doubt, this was the bond that united him to Mr. Richard Enfield, his distant kinsman, the well-known man about town.

Read the given options carefully, and choose the option that correctly summarises the content of the passage.

The passage describes the foundation of the friendship between Mr Utterson and his associates.

The passage investigates the characteristics of Mr Utterson's personality and intellectual development, and highlights his unique contribution to society as a lawyer.

The passage includes a rich description of the numerous shades and quirks of Mr Utterson's personality, interests and behavioural patterns.

The passage's terse prose demonstrates a certain fondness for brevity and describes the flamboyant social life of Mr Utterson and his acquaintances.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q208:

15th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Cricket is a passion for people around the globe. It is played everywhere from test match arenas to village greens, tropical beaches, and dusty backlots. Cricket is the world's second most popular spectator sport after soccer. The origin of cricket can be traced back to the Dark Ages. All research concedes that the game is derived from a very old, popular and uncomplicated pastime by which one player served up an object, be it a small piece of wood or a ball and another hit it with a suitably fashioned club. The game of cricket was recorded in 16th-century England and it was played in grammar schools, farming communities and everywhere in between. But things really took off when 18th-century nobles realised it was a great sport. The oldest surviving set of cricket laws dates to 1744, which was printed on a handkerchief. Naturally, it's now in the MCC Museum at Lord's in London. The first international match was held in 1877 when Australia beat England in Melbourne. The match was dubbed 'Test', since the grueling nature of playing over five days was deemed the ultimate test for any one side. However, it was Australia's first win on the English soil - in 1882 at The Oval in London - that led to matches between the two nations christened as the 'Ashes.' Following the defeat, newspapers published an obituary mourning "the death of English cricket", adding that "the body will be cremated and the ashes taken to Australia."

Based on the passage, which of the following BEST explains why Test matches are seen as a "true test" of a team?

They are played under extremely strict rules.

They demand mental and physical endurance over several days.

They include the maximum number of players.

They focus only on batting ability.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q209:

15th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Cricket is a passion for people around the globe. It is played everywhere from test match arenas to village greens, tropical beaches, and dusty backlots. Cricket is the world's second most popular spectator sport after soccer. The origin of cricket can be traced back to the Dark Ages. All research concedes that the game is derived from a very old, popular and uncomplicated pastime by which one player served up an object, be it a small piece of wood or a ball and another hit it with a suitably fashioned club. The game of cricket was recorded in 16th-century England and it was played in grammar schools, farming communities and everywhere in between. But things really took off when 18th-century nobles realised it was a great sport. The oldest surviving set of cricket laws dates to 1744, which was printed on a handkerchief. Naturally, it's now in the MCC Museum at Lord's in London. The first international match was held in 1877 when Australia beat England in Melbourne. The match was dubbed 'Test', since the grueling nature of playing over five days was deemed the ultimate test for any one side. However, it was Australia's first win on the English soil - in 1882 at The Oval in London - that led to matches between the two nations christened as the 'Ashes.' Following the defeat, newspapers published an obituary mourning "the death of English cricket", adding that "the body will be cremated and the ashes taken to Australia."

The 'obituary column' in a newspaper deals with news related to:

deaths

sports

matrimonials

regional views

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q210:

15th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Cricket is a passion for people around the globe. It is played everywhere from test match arenas to village greens, tropical beaches, and dusty backlots. Cricket is the world's second most popular spectator sport after soccer. The origin of cricket can be traced back to the Dark Ages. All research concedes that the game is derived from a very old, popular and uncomplicated pastime by which one player served up an object, be it a small piece of wood or a ball and another hit it with a suitably fashioned club. The game of cricket was recorded in 16th-century England and it was played in grammar schools, farming communities and everywhere in between. But things really took off when 18th-century nobles realised it was a great sport. The oldest surviving set of cricket laws dates to 1744, which was printed on a handkerchief. Naturally, it's now in the MCC Museum at Lord's in London. The first international match was held in 1877 when Australia beat England in Melbourne. The match was dubbed 'Test', since the grueling nature of playing over five days was deemed the ultimate test for any one side. However, it was Australia's first win on the English soil - in 1882 at The Oval in London - that led to matches between the two nations christened as the 'Ashes.' Following the defeat, newspapers published an obituary mourning "the death of English cricket", adding that "the body will be cremated and the ashes taken to Australia."

The newspaper obituary after England's 1882 defeat implies which of the following about the public sentiment?

The loss was taken lightly and humorously.

The defeat was considered insignificant.

The public reacted dramatically, treating the loss as a national tragedy.

The newspapers wanted the match to be cancelled.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q211:

15th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Cricket is a passion for people around the globe. It is played everywhere from test match arenas to village greens, tropical beaches, and dusty backlots. Cricket is the world's second most popular spectator sport after soccer. The origin of cricket can be traced back to the Dark Ages. All research concedes that the game is derived from a very old, popular and uncomplicated pastime by which one player served up an object, be it a small piece of wood or a ball and another hit it with a suitably fashioned club. The game of cricket was recorded in 16th-century England and it was played in grammar schools, farming communities and everywhere in between. But things really took off when 18th-century nobles realised it was a great sport. The oldest surviving set of cricket laws dates to 1744, which was printed on a handkerchief. Naturally, it's now in the MCC Museum at Lord's in London. The first international match was held in 1877 when Australia beat England in Melbourne. The match was dubbed 'Test', since the grueling nature of playing over five days was deemed the ultimate test for any one side. However, it was Australia's first win on the English soil - in 1882 at The Oval in London - that led to matches between the two nations christened as the 'Ashes.' Following the defeat, newspapers published an obituary mourning "the death of English cricket", adding that "the body will be cremated and the ashes taken to Australia."

What event led to the naming of the cricket series as "The Ashes"?

Australia's first win in 1877, beating England at Melbourne.

Australia's first win on English soil in 1882, followed by a mock obituary moaning the death of English cricket.

The burning of cricket equipment after a match

The MCC museum acquiring the old cricket laws.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q212:

15th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Cricket is a passion for people around the globe. It is played everywhere from test match arenas to village greens, tropical beaches, and dusty backlots. Cricket is the world's second most popular spectator sport after soccer. The origin of cricket can be traced back to the Dark Ages. All research concedes that the game is derived from a very old, popular and uncomplicated pastime by which one player served up an object, be it a small piece of wood or a ball and another hit it with a suitably fashioned club. The game of cricket was recorded in 16th-century England and it was played in grammar schools, farming communities and everywhere in between. But things really took off when 18th-century nobles realised it was a great sport. The oldest surviving set of cricket laws dates to 1744, which was printed on a handkerchief. Naturally, it's now in the MCC Museum at Lord's in London. The first international match was held in 1877 when Australia beat England in Melbourne. The match was dubbed 'Test', since the grueling nature of playing over five days was deemed the ultimate test for any one side. However, it was Australia's first win on the English soil - in 1882 at The Oval in London - that led to matches between the two nations christened as the 'Ashes.' Following the defeat, newspapers published an obituary mourning "the death of English cricket", adding that "the body will be cremated and the ashes taken to Australia."

Why was the first international cricket match called a "test"?

because it tested a new cricket equipment.

because it took five days and was considered a true test of a team's ability.

because it tested the skills of only the bowlers.

because teams were being tested for future tournaments.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q213:

15th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The train rolled into the small hill station just as the first flight of dawn brushed the mountains with pale gold. Ananya stepped down, her suitcase bumping against her leg, and inhaled the crisp morning air. It had been ten years since she visited this place – a town wrapped in silence, mist and memories she had spent years trying to forget. As she walked toward the narrow path leading to her grandmother's cottage, familiar sights tugged at her heart. The old bakery, once bustling with chatter, now stood abandoned. The pine trees still whispered with the wind but their sound felt indifferent -older, almost weary. Ananya wondered whether the town had changed or whether she had. Her grandmother's cottage appeared exactly as she remembered: small, sturdy and smelling faintly of pine resin and tea leaves. Inside, dust rested on the shelves like a layer of time itself. On the wooden table lay a sealed envelope with her name on it, written in her grandmother's delicate hand writing. Ananya hesitated. Her grandmother had passed away two months earlier and opening this letter felt like unlocking a door she had kept firmly shut. Finally, she tore it open. The letter carried no dramatic revelations - only a simple request: “Don't fear the life waiting for you. You must stop standing at the edge.” Ananya sat down slowly. She had left the town because it reminded her too much of her failures - dreams she had abandoned before they could take shape. But now, the stillness of the room felt less like a wound and more like an invitation. For the first time in years, she sensed a quiet determination settling with her. Perhaps, returning was not an escape but the beginning of finally moving forward.

The grandmother's message "stop standing at the edge" most likely suggests:

Ananaya should be more adventurous in life.

Ananaya should avoid visiting the town.

Ananaya should leave immediately.

Ananaya should stay quiet and cautious.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q214:

15th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The train rolled into the small hill station just as the first flight of dawn brushed the mountains with pale gold. Ananya stepped down, her suitcase bumping against her leg, and inhaled the crisp morning air. It had been ten years since she visited this place – a town wrapped in silence, mist and memories she had spent years trying to forget. As she walked toward the narrow path leading to her grandmother's cottage, familiar sights tugged at her heart. The old bakery, once bustling with chatter, now stood abandoned. The pine trees still whispered with the wind but their sound felt indifferent -older, almost weary. Ananya wondered whether the town had changed or whether she had. Her grandmother's cottage appeared exactly as she remembered: small, sturdy and smelling faintly of pine resin and tea leaves. Inside, dust rested on the shelves like a layer of time itself. On the wooden table lay a sealed envelope with her name on it, written in her grandmother's delicate hand writing. Ananya hesitated. Her grandmother had passed away two months earlier and opening this letter felt like unlocking a door she had kept firmly shut. Finally, she tore it open. The letter carried no dramatic revelations - only a simple request: “Don't fear the life waiting for you. You must stop standing at the edge.” Ananya sat down slowly. She had left the town because it reminded her too much of her failures - dreams she had abandoned before they could take shape. But now, the stillness of the room felt less like a wound and more like an invitation. For the first time in years, she sensed a quiet determination settling with her. Perhaps, returning was not an escape but the beginning of finally moving forward.

Which line best reveals the theme of personal growth?

Ananya stepped down, her suitcase bumping against her leg.

The old bakery, once bustling with chatter, now stood abandoned.

Opening this letter felt like unlocking a door she had kept firmly shut.

She had spend years trying to forget these memories.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q215:

15th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The train rolled into the small hill station just as the first flight of dawn brushed the mountains with pale gold. Ananya stepped down, her suitcase bumping against her leg, and inhaled the crisp morning air. It had been ten years since she visited this place – a town wrapped in silence, mist and memories she had spent years trying to forget. As she walked toward the narrow path leading to her grandmother's cottage, familiar sights tugged at her heart. The old bakery, once bustling with chatter, now stood abandoned. The pine trees still whispered with the wind but their sound felt indifferent -older, almost weary. Ananya wondered whether the town had changed or whether she had. Her grandmother's cottage appeared exactly as she remembered: small, sturdy and smelling faintly of pine resin and tea leaves. Inside, dust rested on the shelves like a layer of time itself. On the wooden table lay a sealed envelope with her name on it, written in her grandmother's delicate hand writing. Ananya hesitated. Her grandmother had passed away two months earlier and opening this letter felt like unlocking a door she had kept firmly shut. Finally, she tore it open. The letter carried no dramatic revelations - only a simple request: “Don't fear the life waiting for you. You must stop standing at the edge.” Ananya sat down slowly. She had left the town because it reminded her too much of her failures - dreams she had abandoned before they could take shape. But now, the stillness of the room felt less like a wound and more like an invitation. For the first time in years, she sensed a quiet determination settling with her. Perhaps, returning was not an escape but the beginning of finally moving forward.

Tugged at her heart means:

evoked deep, strong feelings

aroused a feeling of joy

scared her

filled her with anticipation

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q216:

15th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The train rolled into the small hill station just as the first flight of dawn brushed the mountains with pale gold. Ananya stepped down, her suitcase bumping against her leg, and inhaled the crisp morning air. It had been ten years since she visited this place – a town wrapped in silence, mist and memories she had spent years trying to forget. As she walked toward the narrow path leading to her grandmother's cottage, familiar sights tugged at her heart. The old bakery, once bustling with chatter, now stood abandoned. The pine trees still whispered with the wind but their sound felt indifferent -older, almost weary. Ananya wondered whether the town had changed or whether she had. Her grandmother's cottage appeared exactly as she remembered: small, sturdy and smelling faintly of pine resin and tea leaves. Inside, dust rested on the shelves like a layer of time itself. On the wooden table lay a sealed envelope with her name on it, written in her grandmother's delicate hand writing. Ananya hesitated. Her grandmother had passed away two months earlier and opening this letter felt like unlocking a door she had kept firmly shut. Finally, she tore it open. The letter carried no dramatic revelations - only a simple request: “Don't fear the life waiting for you. You must stop standing at the edge.” Ananya sat down slowly. She had left the town because it reminded her too much of her failures - dreams she had abandoned before they could take shape. But now, the stillness of the room felt less like a wound and more like an invitation. For the first time in years, she sensed a quiet determination settling with her. Perhaps, returning was not an escape but the beginning of finally moving forward.

Which of the following sentences from the passage is a personification?

The pine trees still whispered with the wind...

Dust rested on the shelves like a layer of time itself..

The letter carried no dramatic revelations.

Opening this letter felt like unlocking a door she had kepy firmly shut.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q217:

15th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The train rolled into the small hill station just as the first flight of dawn brushed the mountains with pale gold. Ananya stepped down, her suitcase bumping against her leg, and inhaled the crisp morning air. It had been ten years since she visited this place – a town wrapped in silence, mist and memories she had spent years trying to forget. As she walked toward the narrow path leading to her grandmother's cottage, familiar sights tugged at her heart. The old bakery, once bustling with chatter, now stood abandoned. The pine trees still whispered with the wind but their sound felt indifferent -older, almost weary. Ananya wondered whether the town had changed or whether she had. Her grandmother's cottage appeared exactly as she remembered: small, sturdy and smelling faintly of pine resin and tea leaves. Inside, dust rested on the shelves like a layer of time itself. On the wooden table lay a sealed envelope with her name on it, written in her grandmother's delicate hand writing. Ananya hesitated. Her grandmother had passed away two months earlier and opening this letter felt like unlocking a door she had kept firmly shut. Finally, she tore it open. The letter carried no dramatic revelations - only a simple request: “Don't fear the life waiting for you. You must stop standing at the edge.” Ananya sat down slowly. She had left the town because it reminded her too much of her failures - dreams she had abandoned before they could take shape. But now, the stillness of the room felt less like a wound and more like an invitation. For the first time in years, she sensed a quiet determination settling with her. Perhaps, returning was not an escape but the beginning of finally moving forward.

Which statement best describes Ananya's emotional transformation in the passage?

She returns unwillingly and feel more disconnected than before.

She is overwhelmed with grief and leaves the cottage immediately.

She confronts memories and begins to reinterpret them with renewed strength.

She discovers her grandmother's letter and dejected, decides to leave the town once and for good.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q218:

14th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The old man remained dreaming in the sun. His kite shop was gone. He still made kites for his own amusement and for the benefit of his grandson, Ali. Not many people bought kites these days. Adults disdained them and children preferred to spend their time at the cinema. Moreover, there were not many open spaces left for flying of kites. But the old man remembered a time when grown men flew kites and great battles were fought, the kites swerving and swooping in the sky, tangling with each other until the string of one was severed. Kite flying was then the sport of the kings, and the old man remembered how the Nawab himself would participate in this noble pastime. There was time, then, to spend an idle hour with a gay dancing strip of paper. Now everyone hurried in a heat of hope and delicate things like kites and daydreams were trampled underfoot. He, Mehmood the kite-maker, had in the prime of his life been well-known throughout the city. Some of his kites sold for three or four rupees each! Everyone in the neighbourhood would ask after his health; but now, no one visited him. The children who had bought kites from him 10 years ago, had grown up in a swiftly changing and competitive world and they looked at the old kite-maker and the banyan tree with the same indifference. Both were taken for granted – permanent fixtures that were of no concern to the raucous, sweating mass of humanity that surrounded them.

Based on the passage, identify the option which is NOT the correct reason for people's disinclination towards kite-flying in present times.

Adults feel that kite-flying can lead to fights.

Children prefer other means of entertainment.

There is a lack of open spaces

People lack time for leisure in the fast-paced world.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q219:

14th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The old man remained dreaming in the sun. His kite shop was gone. He still made kites for his own amusement and for the benefit of his grandson, Ali. Not many people bought kites these days. Adults disdained them and children preferred to spend their time at the cinema. Moreover, there were not many open spaces left for flying of kites. But the old man remembered a time when grown men flew kites and great battles were fought, the kites swerving and swooping in the sky, tangling with each other until the string of one was severed. Kite flying was then the sport of the kings, and the old man remembered how the Nawab himself would participate in this noble pastime. There was time, then, to spend an idle hour with a gay dancing strip of paper. Now everyone hurried in a heat of hope and delicate things like kites and daydreams were trampled underfoot. He, Mehmood the kite-maker, had in the prime of his life been well-known throughout the city. Some of his kites sold for three or four rupees each! Everyone in the neighbourhood would ask after his health; but now, no one visited him. The children who had bought kites from him 10 years ago, had grown up in a swiftly changing and competitive world and they looked at the old kite-maker and the banyan tree with the same indifference. Both were taken for granted – permanent fixtures that were of no concern to the raucous, sweating mass of humanity that surrounded them.

The old man's recollection of the kite flying festivals in the past, is indicative of kite flying as a/an ______________.

profitable craft sustaining families.

activity of the elite

outdoor fun activity for children.

community fun activity

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q220:

14th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The old man remained dreaming in the sun. His kite shop was gone. He still made kites for his own amusement and for the benefit of his grandson, Ali. Not many people bought kites these days. Adults disdained them and children preferred to spend their time at the cinema. Moreover, there were not many open spaces left for flying of kites. But the old man remembered a time when grown men flew kites and great battles were fought, the kites swerving and swooping in the sky, tangling with each other until the string of one was severed. Kite flying was then the sport of the kings, and the old man remembered how the Nawab himself would participate in this noble pastime. There was time, then, to spend an idle hour with a gay dancing strip of paper. Now everyone hurried in a heat of hope and delicate things like kites and daydreams were trampled underfoot. He, Mehmood the kite-maker, had in the prime of his life been well-known throughout the city. Some of his kites sold for three or four rupees each! Everyone in the neighbourhood would ask after his health; but now, no one visited him. The children who had bought kites from him 10 years ago, had grown up in a swiftly changing and competitive world and they looked at the old kite-maker and the banyan tree with the same indifference. Both were taken for granted – permanent fixtures that were of no concern to the raucous, sweating mass of humanity that surrounded them.

The comparison between the old man and the banyan tree reflects ________________.

fragility and temporariness

physical distortion and emotional inexperience

ignorance about past lives

complacency towards inexpungible presence

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q221:

14th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The old man remained dreaming in the sun. His kite shop was gone. He still made kites for his own amusement and for the benefit of his grandson, Ali. Not many people bought kites these days. Adults disdained them and children preferred to spend their time at the cinema. Moreover, there were not many open spaces left for flying of kites. But the old man remembered a time when grown men flew kites and great battles were fought, the kites swerving and swooping in the sky, tangling with each other until the string of one was severed. Kite flying was then the sport of the kings, and the old man remembered how the Nawab himself would participate in this noble pastime. There was time, then, to spend an idle hour with a gay dancing strip of paper. Now everyone hurried in a heat of hope and delicate things like kites and daydreams were trampled underfoot. He, Mehmood the kite-maker, had in the prime of his life been well-known throughout the city. Some of his kites sold for three or four rupees each! Everyone in the neighbourhood would ask after his health; but now, no one visited him. The children who had bought kites from him 10 years ago, had grown up in a swiftly changing and competitive world and they looked at the old kite-maker and the banyan tree with the same indifference. Both were taken for granted – permanent fixtures that were of no concern to the raucous, sweating mass of humanity that surrounded them.

The tone of the narrator in the given passage is ____________________.

impersonal and factual

bitter and impatient

nostalgic and sad

celebratory and personal

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q222:

14th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The old man remained dreaming in the sun. His kite shop was gone. He still made kites for his own amusement and for the benefit of his grandson, Ali. Not many people bought kites these days. Adults disdained them and children preferred to spend their time at the cinema. Moreover, there were not many open spaces left for flying of kites. But the old man remembered a time when grown men flew kites and great battles were fought, the kites swerving and swooping in the sky, tangling with each other until the string of one was severed. Kite flying was then the sport of the kings, and the old man remembered how the Nawab himself would participate in this noble pastime. There was time, then, to spend an idle hour with a gay dancing strip of paper. Now everyone hurried in a heat of hope and delicate things like kites and daydreams were trampled underfoot. He, Mehmood the kite-maker, had in the prime of his life been well-known throughout the city. Some of his kites sold for three or four rupees each! Everyone in the neighbourhood would ask after his health; but now, no one visited him. The children who had bought kites from him 10 years ago, had grown up in a swiftly changing and competitive world and they looked at the old kite-maker and the banyan tree with the same indifference. Both were taken for granted – permanent fixtures that were of no concern to the raucous, sweating mass of humanity that surrounded them.

Based on your reading of the passage identify the statements that are true: A. The old man was a popular kite-maker of his time. B. Kite-flying was a preferred leisure time activity in the past. C. Mehmood gave up making kites as the cost of production was beyond his reach. D. In this fast changing world Mehmood feels lonely. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A, B and C only

B, C and D only

A, C and D only

A, B and D only

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q223:

14th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

There can be no greater example of a mankind's creative genius than for him to create new abodes of life throughout the solar system. Today, with an increasing population of more than six billion people and the fear of possible disaster, the need for an alternate home for mankind has become urgent. Mars is the only planet in our solar system, besides Earth – that has all the ingredients necessary to support life. Though the average surface temperature on Mars is frigid and it is a desolate lifeless planet, Mars once had an atmosphere thick and warm enough to allow for the flow of liquid on its surface. If it is ever done, transforming a dry, desert-like Mars into a lush environment that can support the flora and fauna of the Earth, will be a mammoth task requiring decades or maybe centuries! Two methods have been proposed to make this a reality. One is placing large orbital mirrors that will reflect sunlight and heat onto the polar caps of Mars, which would melt the ice there. Gradually, the rise in temperature would release the greenhouse gases and heat the planet. Another option would be to set-up solar-powered, greenhouse gas producing factories. Imitating the process of photosynthesis, the atmosphere of Mars would be oxygenated to the extent that people would survive on Mars with only a breathing apparatus. While we may reach Mars this century, it would take several millennia for transforming it into a planet wherein plants and animals can flourish.

Choose the most appropriate option to complete the following: The solar-powered greenhouse factories on Mars would replicate the process of photosynthesis to_______________ .

absorb carbon dioxide and reduce pollution

make it lush green

oxygenate the atmosphere

create a breathing apparatus for humans

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q224:

14th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

There can be no greater example of a mankind's creative genius than for him to create new abodes of life throughout the solar system. Today, with an increasing population of more than six billion people and the fear of possible disaster, the need for an alternate home for mankind has become urgent. Mars is the only planet in our solar system, besides Earth – that has all the ingredients necessary to support life. Though the average surface temperature on Mars is frigid and it is a desolate lifeless planet, Mars once had an atmosphere thick and warm enough to allow for the flow of liquid on its surface. If it is ever done, transforming a dry, desert-like Mars into a lush environment that can support the flora and fauna of the Earth, will be a mammoth task requiring decades or maybe centuries! Two methods have been proposed to make this a reality. One is placing large orbital mirrors that will reflect sunlight and heat onto the polar caps of Mars, which would melt the ice there. Gradually, the rise in temperature would release the greenhouse gases and heat the planet. Another option would be to set-up solar-powered, greenhouse gas producing factories. Imitating the process of photosynthesis, the atmosphere of Mars would be oxygenated to the extent that people would survive on Mars with only a breathing apparatus. While we may reach Mars this century, it would take several millennia for transforming it into a planet wherein plants and animals can flourish.

Choose the most appropriate option to complete the following: A mammoth task means ________________.

a huge task

a prolonged task

a task requiring great precision

an unpredictable task

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q225:

14th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

There can be no greater example of a mankind's creative genius than for him to create new abodes of life throughout the solar system. Today, with an increasing population of more than six billion people and the fear of possible disaster, the need for an alternate home for mankind has become urgent. Mars is the only planet in our solar system, besides Earth – that has all the ingredients necessary to support life. Though the average surface temperature on Mars is frigid and it is a desolate lifeless planet, Mars once had an atmosphere thick and warm enough to allow for the flow of liquid on its surface. If it is ever done, transforming a dry, desert-like Mars into a lush environment that can support the flora and fauna of the Earth, will be a mammoth task requiring decades or maybe centuries! Two methods have been proposed to make this a reality. One is placing large orbital mirrors that will reflect sunlight and heat onto the polar caps of Mars, which would melt the ice there. Gradually, the rise in temperature would release the greenhouse gases and heat the planet. Another option would be to set-up solar-powered, greenhouse gas producing factories. Imitating the process of photosynthesis, the atmosphere of Mars would be oxygenated to the extent that people would survive on Mars with only a breathing apparatus. While we may reach Mars this century, it would take several millennia for transforming it into a planet wherein plants and animals can flourish.

Choose the most appropriate option to complete the following: The purpose of using orbital mirrors on Mars would be to -

brighten up the planet by reflecting sunlight on it.

modify its temperature and release greenhouse gases to sustain life.

melt the polar ice caps to generate water.

decrease the temperature and maintain the cold atmosphere of the planet.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q226:

14th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

There can be no greater example of a mankind's creative genius than for him to create new abodes of life throughout the solar system. Today, with an increasing population of more than six billion people and the fear of possible disaster, the need for an alternate home for mankind has become urgent. Mars is the only planet in our solar system, besides Earth – that has all the ingredients necessary to support life. Though the average surface temperature on Mars is frigid and it is a desolate lifeless planet, Mars once had an atmosphere thick and warm enough to allow for the flow of liquid on its surface. If it is ever done, transforming a dry, desert-like Mars into a lush environment that can support the flora and fauna of the Earth, will be a mammoth task requiring decades or maybe centuries! Two methods have been proposed to make this a reality. One is placing large orbital mirrors that will reflect sunlight and heat onto the polar caps of Mars, which would melt the ice there. Gradually, the rise in temperature would release the greenhouse gases and heat the planet. Another option would be to set-up solar-powered, greenhouse gas producing factories. Imitating the process of photosynthesis, the atmosphere of Mars would be oxygenated to the extent that people would survive on Mars with only a breathing apparatus. While we may reach Mars this century, it would take several millennia for transforming it into a planet wherein plants and animals can flourish.

Select the most approproiate option to complete the following sentence: In the light of ever increasing population, scientists view Mars planet as a challenge to ____________________________.

demonstrate their creative ingenuity

make it habitable

facilitate research and experimentation

show the supremacy of humans over nature

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q227:

14th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

There can be no greater example of a mankind's creative genius than for him to create new abodes of life throughout the solar system. Today, with an increasing population of more than six billion people and the fear of possible disaster, the need for an alternate home for mankind has become urgent. Mars is the only planet in our solar system, besides Earth – that has all the ingredients necessary to support life. Though the average surface temperature on Mars is frigid and it is a desolate lifeless planet, Mars once had an atmosphere thick and warm enough to allow for the flow of liquid on its surface. If it is ever done, transforming a dry, desert-like Mars into a lush environment that can support the flora and fauna of the Earth, will be a mammoth task requiring decades or maybe centuries! Two methods have been proposed to make this a reality. One is placing large orbital mirrors that will reflect sunlight and heat onto the polar caps of Mars, which would melt the ice there. Gradually, the rise in temperature would release the greenhouse gases and heat the planet. Another option would be to set-up solar-powered, greenhouse gas producing factories. Imitating the process of photosynthesis, the atmosphere of Mars would be oxygenated to the extent that people would survive on Mars with only a breathing apparatus. While we may reach Mars this century, it would take several millennia for transforming it into a planet wherein plants and animals can flourish.

Choose the most appropriate option to complete the given sentence: Both planets, Mars and Earth are similar as

their orbits are parallel to each other.

both have an amosphere which allows liquid to flow on their respective surface.

both are not capable of sustaining human life.

both have the essential ingredients to support life.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q228:

14th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

In the film The Postino, the village postman gives the girl he loves a poem he passes off as his own though it has been written by Pablo Neruda, living in exile in a small Italian community. When Neruda berates the postman, the young man replies: "Just because you wrote the poem, that doesn't mean it belongs to you. Poetry belongs to those who need it." Patent attorneys may be scandalised by such a laissez-faire interpretation of copyright laws. But by his response, the postman reveals that he might have a greater insight into the nature and ownership of poetry than the poet himself. Who does 'own' poetry? The person who creates it? Or those who make it a part of a common legacy with which to give utterance to voiceless longings? To whom does the fragrance of the rose belong? The flower, or the passing traveller enraptured by its scent? As a struggling writer in Buenos Aires, Borges would enter workingmen's bars and slip unsigned copies of his writings into the pockets of jackets hanging by the door. Nor would he hang about outside, to see what fate befell his clandestine literary offerings. Borges had realised that what a writer writes lives on the sheet of silence that is another's mind. If this is true of poets and writers, who must deal with the clumsy pen-and-ink limitations of their craft, how much more so for the spiritual masters? "Please go from here. Go away and don't listen to me," J Krishnamurti would exhort the disciples who flocked to hear him speak. Like Borges, or the Italian postman, Krishnamurti knew that what he had to say had no meaning unless others took it away from him and made it into their own, each according to their individual needs. Truth is subjectivity. To the extent you absorbed, or internalised someone else's teachings, you expropriated what was taught, taking from it what you needed.

As per the passage, the appeal of art is universal. Which of the following statements justifies this?

Art is a part of common legacy.

A marked subjectivity governs art.

People are drawn by the fragrance of a rose.

A reader's mind is easily influenced.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q229:

14th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

In the film The Postino, the village postman gives the girl he loves a poem he passes off as his own though it has been written by Pablo Neruda, living in exile in a small Italian community. When Neruda berates the postman, the young man replies: "Just because you wrote the poem, that doesn't mean it belongs to you. Poetry belongs to those who need it." Patent attorneys may be scandalised by such a laissez-faire interpretation of copyright laws. But by his response, the postman reveals that he might have a greater insight into the nature and ownership of poetry than the poet himself. Who does 'own' poetry? The person who creates it? Or those who make it a part of a common legacy with which to give utterance to voiceless longings? To whom does the fragrance of the rose belong? The flower, or the passing traveller enraptured by its scent? As a struggling writer in Buenos Aires, Borges would enter workingmen's bars and slip unsigned copies of his writings into the pockets of jackets hanging by the door. Nor would he hang about outside, to see what fate befell his clandestine literary offerings. Borges had realised that what a writer writes lives on the sheet of silence that is another's mind. If this is true of poets and writers, who must deal with the clumsy pen-and-ink limitations of their craft, how much more so for the spiritual masters? "Please go from here. Go away and don't listen to me," J Krishnamurti would exhort the disciples who flocked to hear him speak. Like Borges, or the Italian postman, Krishnamurti knew that what he had to say had no meaning unless others took it away from him and made it into their own, each according to their individual needs. Truth is subjectivity. To the extent you absorbed, or internalised someone else's teachings, you expropriated what was taught, taking from it what you needed.

Why did Borges leave his writings in jacket pockets at bars?

He would know his writings were bad if he found them in the bin.

The real test of his writing was if people remembered what he had written.

The real test of his writing was if or when people traced it back to him.

He had made extra copies to receive feedback from the bar-goers.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q230:

14th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

In the film The Postino, the village postman gives the girl he loves a poem he passes off as his own though it has been written by Pablo Neruda, living in exile in a small Italian community. When Neruda berates the postman, the young man replies: "Just because you wrote the poem, that doesn't mean it belongs to you. Poetry belongs to those who need it." Patent attorneys may be scandalised by such a laissez-faire interpretation of copyright laws. But by his response, the postman reveals that he might have a greater insight into the nature and ownership of poetry than the poet himself. Who does 'own' poetry? The person who creates it? Or those who make it a part of a common legacy with which to give utterance to voiceless longings? To whom does the fragrance of the rose belong? The flower, or the passing traveller enraptured by its scent? As a struggling writer in Buenos Aires, Borges would enter workingmen's bars and slip unsigned copies of his writings into the pockets of jackets hanging by the door. Nor would he hang about outside, to see what fate befell his clandestine literary offerings. Borges had realised that what a writer writes lives on the sheet of silence that is another's mind. If this is true of poets and writers, who must deal with the clumsy pen-and-ink limitations of their craft, how much more so for the spiritual masters? "Please go from here. Go away and don't listen to me," J Krishnamurti would exhort the disciples who flocked to hear him speak. Like Borges, or the Italian postman, Krishnamurti knew that what he had to say had no meaning unless others took it away from him and made it into their own, each according to their individual needs. Truth is subjectivity. To the extent you absorbed, or internalised someone else's teachings, you expropriated what was taught, taking from it what you needed.

What is the main premise of the passage?

Copyright infringement is easy to exercise in literary works.

One can expropriate what is taught through poetry.

Poetry is deliberately misunderstood by postmen and writers.

The question of the readers' claim on poetry.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q231:

14th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

In the film The Postino, the village postman gives the girl he loves a poem he passes off as his own though it has been written by Pablo Neruda, living in exile in a small Italian community. When Neruda berates the postman, the young man replies: "Just because you wrote the poem, that doesn't mean it belongs to you. Poetry belongs to those who need it." Patent attorneys may be scandalised by such a laissez-faire interpretation of copyright laws. But by his response, the postman reveals that he might have a greater insight into the nature and ownership of poetry than the poet himself. Who does 'own' poetry? The person who creates it? Or those who make it a part of a common legacy with which to give utterance to voiceless longings? To whom does the fragrance of the rose belong? The flower, or the passing traveller enraptured by its scent? As a struggling writer in Buenos Aires, Borges would enter workingmen's bars and slip unsigned copies of his writings into the pockets of jackets hanging by the door. Nor would he hang about outside, to see what fate befell his clandestine literary offerings. Borges had realised that what a writer writes lives on the sheet of silence that is another's mind. If this is true of poets and writers, who must deal with the clumsy pen-and-ink limitations of their craft, how much more so for the spiritual masters? "Please go from here. Go away and don't listen to me," J Krishnamurti would exhort the disciples who flocked to hear him speak. Like Borges, or the Italian postman, Krishnamurti knew that what he had to say had no meaning unless others took it away from him and made it into their own, each according to their individual needs. Truth is subjectivity. To the extent you absorbed, or internalised someone else's teachings, you expropriated what was taught, taking from it what you needed.

Complete the following sentence: Patent attorneys are scandalised because copyright laws are_______________.

followed

revered

misunderstood

appreciated

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q232:

14th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

In the film The Postino, the village postman gives the girl he loves a poem he passes off as his own though it has been written by Pablo Neruda, living in exile in a small Italian community. When Neruda berates the postman, the young man replies: "Just because you wrote the poem, that doesn't mean it belongs to you. Poetry belongs to those who need it." Patent attorneys may be scandalised by such a laissez-faire interpretation of copyright laws. But by his response, the postman reveals that he might have a greater insight into the nature and ownership of poetry than the poet himself. Who does 'own' poetry? The person who creates it? Or those who make it a part of a common legacy with which to give utterance to voiceless longings? To whom does the fragrance of the rose belong? The flower, or the passing traveller enraptured by its scent? As a struggling writer in Buenos Aires, Borges would enter workingmen's bars and slip unsigned copies of his writings into the pockets of jackets hanging by the door. Nor would he hang about outside, to see what fate befell his clandestine literary offerings. Borges had realised that what a writer writes lives on the sheet of silence that is another's mind. If this is true of poets and writers, who must deal with the clumsy pen-and-ink limitations of their craft, how much more so for the spiritual masters? "Please go from here. Go away and don't listen to me," J Krishnamurti would exhort the disciples who flocked to hear him speak. Like Borges, or the Italian postman, Krishnamurti knew that what he had to say had no meaning unless others took it away from him and made it into their own, each according to their individual needs. Truth is subjectivity. To the extent you absorbed, or internalised someone else's teachings, you expropriated what was taught, taking from it what you needed.

Match the words given in LIST-I with their references given in LIST-II | LIST-I Word | | LIST-II Reference | | |---|---|---|---| | A. | Rose | I. | Common legacy | | B. | Borges' and Neruda's writings | II. | Empty sheets | | C. | J. Krishnamurti | III. | Metaphor for poetry | | D. | Reader's mind | IV. | Spiritual master | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q233:

14th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Today, tea can be found in the remotest Indian village, and the Indians drink more tea than the rest of the world combined. Even as they gave us tea, the British were destroying something else. They ruthlessly exploited the land for profit, while ruining and decimating the wildlife it sheltered. The destruction of Indian forests and wildlife occurred at a galloping pace under colonialism. The forests were destroyed for three main reasons: to convert the land into commercial plantations, especially to grow tea; to make railway sleepers; and to export timber to England for the construction of English houses and furniture. The British cut down the forests of the Nilgiris and Assam to grow tea, and ravaged the forests of Coorg to grow coffee. Tea was not the only villain in the ecological devastation of the Nilgiris; the British also brought several exotic species like eucalyptus, pine and wattle to produce viscose, which was sent to the UK to be made into fabric. Unfortunately, these plants thirstily drink up the groundwater. Thus, the British converted the once lush tropical rain forests into a water-shortage area. The same phenomenon occurred when they forced Indian farmers to grow poppy in order to extract opium, which involved cutting down vast areas of forests in some parts of north India, like Assam. This practice of slashing trees to protect the poppy indirectly wiped out some of India's most magnificent predators. They wanted more land to be used for commercial crops, which would bring them revenue, so they put a bounty on the head of each predator, successfully eliminating them from vast parts of India. The tiger and leopard survived, albeit in reduced numbers, because they hid in the jungles, but the lion needed vast open spaces and could not survive -- except in Gujarat, where an Indian prince, the Nawab of Junagarh, maintained a private lion sanctuary where hunting was permitted for his invitees only.

The Nawab of Junagarh became an unwitting champion for the conservation of the Lion as

only selected guests had the privilage of enjoying a kill in his private sanctury.

his land was not suitable for the cultivation of poppy plant.

he had a special love for the wild animals.

he was very wealthy and had no need of the bounty given out by the British.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q234:

14th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Today, tea can be found in the remotest Indian village, and the Indians drink more tea than the rest of the world combined. Even as they gave us tea, the British were destroying something else. They ruthlessly exploited the land for profit, while ruining and decimating the wildlife it sheltered. The destruction of Indian forests and wildlife occurred at a galloping pace under colonialism. The forests were destroyed for three main reasons: to convert the land into commercial plantations, especially to grow tea; to make railway sleepers; and to export timber to England for the construction of English houses and furniture. The British cut down the forests of the Nilgiris and Assam to grow tea, and ravaged the forests of Coorg to grow coffee. Tea was not the only villain in the ecological devastation of the Nilgiris; the British also brought several exotic species like eucalyptus, pine and wattle to produce viscose, which was sent to the UK to be made into fabric. Unfortunately, these plants thirstily drink up the groundwater. Thus, the British converted the once lush tropical rain forests into a water-shortage area. The same phenomenon occurred when they forced Indian farmers to grow poppy in order to extract opium, which involved cutting down vast areas of forests in some parts of north India, like Assam. This practice of slashing trees to protect the poppy indirectly wiped out some of India's most magnificent predators. They wanted more land to be used for commercial crops, which would bring them revenue, so they put a bounty on the head of each predator, successfully eliminating them from vast parts of India. The tiger and leopard survived, albeit in reduced numbers, because they hid in the jungles, but the lion needed vast open spaces and could not survive -- except in Gujarat, where an Indian prince, the Nawab of Junagarh, maintained a private lion sanctuary where hunting was permitted for his invitees only.

Determine which of the following statements are TRUE: A. The eucalyptus trees are thieves. They take what rightfully belongs to the local population. B. The eucalyptus trees are thieves. They take what rightfully belongs to the local vegetation. C. The British people were opportunists. They stole what belonged to the lions. D. The British were opportunistic and came to India to gratify their communist agenda. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A, and B only

B and D only

A, B, and C only

C and D only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q235:

14th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Today, tea can be found in the remotest Indian village, and the Indians drink more tea than the rest of the world combined. Even as they gave us tea, the British were destroying something else. They ruthlessly exploited the land for profit, while ruining and decimating the wildlife it sheltered. The destruction of Indian forests and wildlife occurred at a galloping pace under colonialism. The forests were destroyed for three main reasons: to convert the land into commercial plantations, especially to grow tea; to make railway sleepers; and to export timber to England for the construction of English houses and furniture. The British cut down the forests of the Nilgiris and Assam to grow tea, and ravaged the forests of Coorg to grow coffee. Tea was not the only villain in the ecological devastation of the Nilgiris; the British also brought several exotic species like eucalyptus, pine and wattle to produce viscose, which was sent to the UK to be made into fabric. Unfortunately, these plants thirstily drink up the groundwater. Thus, the British converted the once lush tropical rain forests into a water-shortage area. The same phenomenon occurred when they forced Indian farmers to grow poppy in order to extract opium, which involved cutting down vast areas of forests in some parts of north India, like Assam. This practice of slashing trees to protect the poppy indirectly wiped out some of India's most magnificent predators. They wanted more land to be used for commercial crops, which would bring them revenue, so they put a bounty on the head of each predator, successfully eliminating them from vast parts of India. The tiger and leopard survived, albeit in reduced numbers, because they hid in the jungles, but the lion needed vast open spaces and could not survive -- except in Gujarat, where an Indian prince, the Nawab of Junagarh, maintained a private lion sanctuary where hunting was permitted for his invitees only.

Choose the correct option to complete the given sentence: India's ecological balance was disrupted when...

the Nawab of Junagarh shifted the wildlife to his sanctuary.

the locals saw an opportunity to make some money by exploiting the land.

forest land no longer served any commercial purpose.

the rulers became callous in their greed for profit.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q236:

14th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Today, tea can be found in the remotest Indian village, and the Indians drink more tea than the rest of the world combined. Even as they gave us tea, the British were destroying something else. They ruthlessly exploited the land for profit, while ruining and decimating the wildlife it sheltered. The destruction of Indian forests and wildlife occurred at a galloping pace under colonialism. The forests were destroyed for three main reasons: to convert the land into commercial plantations, especially to grow tea; to make railway sleepers; and to export timber to England for the construction of English houses and furniture. The British cut down the forests of the Nilgiris and Assam to grow tea, and ravaged the forests of Coorg to grow coffee. Tea was not the only villain in the ecological devastation of the Nilgiris; the British also brought several exotic species like eucalyptus, pine and wattle to produce viscose, which was sent to the UK to be made into fabric. Unfortunately, these plants thirstily drink up the groundwater. Thus, the British converted the once lush tropical rain forests into a water-shortage area. The same phenomenon occurred when they forced Indian farmers to grow poppy in order to extract opium, which involved cutting down vast areas of forests in some parts of north India, like Assam. This practice of slashing trees to protect the poppy indirectly wiped out some of India's most magnificent predators. They wanted more land to be used for commercial crops, which would bring them revenue, so they put a bounty on the head of each predator, successfully eliminating them from vast parts of India. The tiger and leopard survived, albeit in reduced numbers, because they hid in the jungles, but the lion needed vast open spaces and could not survive -- except in Gujarat, where an Indian prince, the Nawab of Junagarh, maintained a private lion sanctuary where hunting was permitted for his invitees only.

Choose the correct option to complete the statement: The British ravaged the Indian rain forests mainly -

to procure wood for urban housing and furniture.

to convert the lush green area into resorts.

to clear all predators from the vicinity.

to fulfill the demand for viscose, used in the production of fabric.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q237:

14th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Today, tea can be found in the remotest Indian village, and the Indians drink more tea than the rest of the world combined. Even as they gave us tea, the British were destroying something else. They ruthlessly exploited the land for profit, while ruining and decimating the wildlife it sheltered. The destruction of Indian forests and wildlife occurred at a galloping pace under colonialism. The forests were destroyed for three main reasons: to convert the land into commercial plantations, especially to grow tea; to make railway sleepers; and to export timber to England for the construction of English houses and furniture. The British cut down the forests of the Nilgiris and Assam to grow tea, and ravaged the forests of Coorg to grow coffee. Tea was not the only villain in the ecological devastation of the Nilgiris; the British also brought several exotic species like eucalyptus, pine and wattle to produce viscose, which was sent to the UK to be made into fabric. Unfortunately, these plants thirstily drink up the groundwater. Thus, the British converted the once lush tropical rain forests into a water-shortage area. The same phenomenon occurred when they forced Indian farmers to grow poppy in order to extract opium, which involved cutting down vast areas of forests in some parts of north India, like Assam. This practice of slashing trees to protect the poppy indirectly wiped out some of India's most magnificent predators. They wanted more land to be used for commercial crops, which would bring them revenue, so they put a bounty on the head of each predator, successfully eliminating them from vast parts of India. The tiger and leopard survived, albeit in reduced numbers, because they hid in the jungles, but the lion needed vast open spaces and could not survive -- except in Gujarat, where an Indian prince, the Nawab of Junagarh, maintained a private lion sanctuary where hunting was permitted for his invitees only.

Place the following statements in chronological sequence: A. Indian predators were relegated to the recesses of the forest lands. B. Indians became the largest consumers of tea in the world. C. Large clearings were created to plant commercial crops. D. Indian predators thrived in the forest lands. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A, C, B, D

D, C, A, B

B, A, D, C

C, B, D, A

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q238:

13th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The accomplished tradition of painting at Bundi gave rise to one of the most outstanding Rajasthani Schools of miniature painting, Kota, which excels in the depiction of hunting scenes and reflects an exceptional excitement and obsession for animal chases. Bundi and Kota were parts of the same kingdom till 1625, when Jahangir divided the Bundi empire and awarded one part to Madhu Singh, the younger son of Rao Ratan Singh, for his bravery in defending him against his son Prince Khurram's (Shah Jahan) rebellion in Deccan. After its separation from Bundi, Kota had its own School, commencing in the reign of Jagat Singh (1658-1683). In the early period, the paintings of Bundi and Kota couldn't be distinguished for several decades as Kota painters borrowed from the Bundi repertoire. Some compositions were taken verbatim from Bundi pictures. However, there is an attitude of non-conformity apparent in figural and architectural exaggerations. With a flair for drawing superseding in the following decades, the Kota style of painting became strikingly individual. By the reign of Ram Singh (1686-1708), artists had passionately enlarged their inventory to a large variety of subjects. Kota artists seem to have been the first to render landscapes as the real subject of compositions. Umed Singh (1770-1819) acceded to the throne at the age of ten years, but his regent arranged for the young king to be amused with hunting and gaming from an early age. Paintings served as flattering records of his exploits and the obsession with the chase, which became a social ritual in which even women of the court participated. Kota artists excelled in rendering animals and combat, and paintings thus reflect a characteristically spontaneous and calligraphic execution.

"In the initial years of the Kota school's development, the paintings of the Kota school were indistinguishable from the Bundi school." The passage argues, however, that there is an element of non-conformity apparent in the figural and architectural exaggerations of the Kota school. In light of the given statement, choose the option that analyses the progression of the Kota school's distinct style.

The lack of differentiation between Kota and Bundi schools of painting depicts an absence of an individual identity in the Kota school that leads to its slow dissolution.

The figural and architectural exaggerations indicate a flair for theatrics that gives rise to a lack of realism in the more mature periods of the Kota school.

The figural and architectural exaggerations indicate the emergence of an imitated style that was slowly consolidated in the later years through a specialisation in landscapes.

The figural and architectural exaggerations indicate the presence of a distinct artistic identity that is later crystallised in the distinctive style of the Kota school, which lies in the depiction of animals and hunting.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q239:

13th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The accomplished tradition of painting at Bundi gave rise to one of the most outstanding Rajasthani Schools of miniature painting, Kota, which excels in the depiction of hunting scenes and reflects an exceptional excitement and obsession for animal chases. Bundi and Kota were parts of the same kingdom till 1625, when Jahangir divided the Bundi empire and awarded one part to Madhu Singh, the younger son of Rao Ratan Singh, for his bravery in defending him against his son Prince Khurram's (Shah Jahan) rebellion in Deccan. After its separation from Bundi, Kota had its own School, commencing in the reign of Jagat Singh (1658-1683). In the early period, the paintings of Bundi and Kota couldn't be distinguished for several decades as Kota painters borrowed from the Bundi repertoire. Some compositions were taken verbatim from Bundi pictures. However, there is an attitude of non-conformity apparent in figural and architectural exaggerations. With a flair for drawing superseding in the following decades, the Kota style of painting became strikingly individual. By the reign of Ram Singh (1686-1708), artists had passionately enlarged their inventory to a large variety of subjects. Kota artists seem to have been the first to render landscapes as the real subject of compositions. Umed Singh (1770-1819) acceded to the throne at the age of ten years, but his regent arranged for the young king to be amused with hunting and gaming from an early age. Paintings served as flattering records of his exploits and the obsession with the chase, which became a social ritual in which even women of the court participated. Kota artists excelled in rendering animals and combat, and paintings thus reflect a characteristically spontaneous and calligraphic execution.

Choose the option that indicates a word used in the paragraph that is also a close antonym for the underlined word :- Imprecise

Repertoire

Exceptional

Verbatim

Spontaneous

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q240:

13th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The accomplished tradition of painting at Bundi gave rise to one of the most outstanding Rajasthani Schools of miniature painting, Kota, which excels in the depiction of hunting scenes and reflects an exceptional excitement and obsession for animal chases. Bundi and Kota were parts of the same kingdom till 1625, when Jahangir divided the Bundi empire and awarded one part to Madhu Singh, the younger son of Rao Ratan Singh, for his bravery in defending him against his son Prince Khurram's (Shah Jahan) rebellion in Deccan. After its separation from Bundi, Kota had its own School, commencing in the reign of Jagat Singh (1658-1683). In the early period, the paintings of Bundi and Kota couldn't be distinguished for several decades as Kota painters borrowed from the Bundi repertoire. Some compositions were taken verbatim from Bundi pictures. However, there is an attitude of non-conformity apparent in figural and architectural exaggerations. With a flair for drawing superseding in the following decades, the Kota style of painting became strikingly individual. By the reign of Ram Singh (1686-1708), artists had passionately enlarged their inventory to a large variety of subjects. Kota artists seem to have been the first to render landscapes as the real subject of compositions. Umed Singh (1770-1819) acceded to the throne at the age of ten years, but his regent arranged for the young king to be amused with hunting and gaming from an early age. Paintings served as flattering records of his exploits and the obsession with the chase, which became a social ritual in which even women of the court participated. Kota artists excelled in rendering animals and combat, and paintings thus reflect a characteristically spontaneous and calligraphic execution.

The passage states that the miniature paintings during the reign of Umed Singh served as flattering records of the hunting games and the king's exploits. Choose the option that accurately explains this characteristic of painting:-

Reality imitates art rather than vice versa.

Indian art is intrinsically realistic and leaves little room for deviation from depictions of life as we see it.

The patron of commissioned art plays a critical role in the direction the art takes.

Art always follows the dictates of the prevalent time's trends.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q241:

13th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The accomplished tradition of painting at Bundi gave rise to one of the most outstanding Rajasthani Schools of miniature painting, Kota, which excels in the depiction of hunting scenes and reflects an exceptional excitement and obsession for animal chases. Bundi and Kota were parts of the same kingdom till 1625, when Jahangir divided the Bundi empire and awarded one part to Madhu Singh, the younger son of Rao Ratan Singh, for his bravery in defending him against his son Prince Khurram's (Shah Jahan) rebellion in Deccan. After its separation from Bundi, Kota had its own School, commencing in the reign of Jagat Singh (1658-1683). In the early period, the paintings of Bundi and Kota couldn't be distinguished for several decades as Kota painters borrowed from the Bundi repertoire. Some compositions were taken verbatim from Bundi pictures. However, there is an attitude of non-conformity apparent in figural and architectural exaggerations. With a flair for drawing superseding in the following decades, the Kota style of painting became strikingly individual. By the reign of Ram Singh (1686-1708), artists had passionately enlarged their inventory to a large variety of subjects. Kota artists seem to have been the first to render landscapes as the real subject of compositions. Umed Singh (1770-1819) acceded to the throne at the age of ten years, but his regent arranged for the young king to be amused with hunting and gaming from an early age. Paintings served as flattering records of his exploits and the obsession with the chase, which became a social ritual in which even women of the court participated. Kota artists excelled in rendering animals and combat, and paintings thus reflect a characteristically spontaneous and calligraphic execution.

Read the given passage carefully and organise the following options in the chronological order of their occurrence. (A) The rendering of landscapes as the real subjects of compositions. (B) The inauguration of the Kota school of miniature painting. (C) Prince Khurram's rebellion in the Deccan plateau. (D) Emergence of a distinct style of Kota paintings through the depiction of animals and an obsession with the chase.

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q242:

13th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The accomplished tradition of painting at Bundi gave rise to one of the most outstanding Rajasthani Schools of miniature painting, Kota, which excels in the depiction of hunting scenes and reflects an exceptional excitement and obsession for animal chases. Bundi and Kota were parts of the same kingdom till 1625, when Jahangir divided the Bundi empire and awarded one part to Madhu Singh, the younger son of Rao Ratan Singh, for his bravery in defending him against his son Prince Khurram's (Shah Jahan) rebellion in Deccan. After its separation from Bundi, Kota had its own School, commencing in the reign of Jagat Singh (1658-1683). In the early period, the paintings of Bundi and Kota couldn't be distinguished for several decades as Kota painters borrowed from the Bundi repertoire. Some compositions were taken verbatim from Bundi pictures. However, there is an attitude of non-conformity apparent in figural and architectural exaggerations. With a flair for drawing superseding in the following decades, the Kota style of painting became strikingly individual. By the reign of Ram Singh (1686-1708), artists had passionately enlarged their inventory to a large variety of subjects. Kota artists seem to have been the first to render landscapes as the real subject of compositions. Umed Singh (1770-1819) acceded to the throne at the age of ten years, but his regent arranged for the young king to be amused with hunting and gaming from an early age. Paintings served as flattering records of his exploits and the obsession with the chase, which became a social ritual in which even women of the court participated. Kota artists excelled in rendering animals and combat, and paintings thus reflect a characteristically spontaneous and calligraphic execution.

As per the passage, the 18th/19th century India exhibited shades of equality in society. Which of the given statements proves this?

Umed Singh was crowned king at a tender age of ten.

The Kota paintings focused on both landscapes as well as animals.

The regent arranged for the entertainment of the young king.

Even the women of the court participated in the chase.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q243:

13th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If the system hadn't stalled, Antar would never have guessed that the scrap of paper on his screen was the remnant of an ID card. It looked as though it had been rescued from a fire: the plastic laminate was warped and melted along the edge. The lettering was mostly illegible, and the photograph had vanished under a smudge of soot. But a four-inch metal chain had somehow stayed attached to the card: it hung down in a rusty loop from a perforation in the top left-hand corner, like a drooping tail. It was the chain that triggered the system, not the card. The card turned up in one of those routine inventories that went flashing around the globe with metronome regularity, for no reason that Antar could understand, except that it was what the system did best. Once it got started, it would keep them coming, hour after hour, an endless succession of documents and objects, stopping only when it stumbled on something it couldn't file: the most trivial things usually. Once it was a glass paperweight, of the kind that rain snowflakes if you turn them upside down; another time it was a bottle of correcting fluid, from an irrigation overseer's office just south of the Arab Sea. Both times the machine went into a controlled frenzy, firing off questions, one after another. Antar had met children who were like that: What? Why? When? Where? How? But the children asked because they were curious. With these AVA/Ile systems it was something else - something he could only think of as a simulated urge for self-improvement. He'd been using Ava for a couple of years now, and he was still awed by her eagerness to become herself. Anything she did not recognise, she'd take apart on screen, producing ever greater refinements of details.

Read the passage carefully and choose the option that explains the context of the passage:-

The passage talks about the story of Ava and Antar and their desire to have kids.

The passage follows the life of Ava who is on a quest for self-improvement and needs help from Antar to identify an ID card.

The passage hints at the beginning of a story about Antar and a search engine database called Ava that can identify an endless succession of objects and documents.

The passage is about a sentient artificial intelligent software called Ava that specialises in creating inventory lists of trivial objects.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q244:

13th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

If the system hadn't stalled, Antar would never have guessed that the scrap of paper on his screen was the remnant of an ID card. It looked as though it had been rescued from a fire: the plastic laminate was warped and melted along the edge. The lettering was mostly illegible, and the photograph had vanished under a smudge of soot. But a four-inch metal chain had somehow stayed attached to the card: it hung down in a rusty loop from a perforation in the top left-hand corner, like a drooping tail. It was the chain that triggered the system, not the card. The card turned up in one of those routine inventories that went flashing around the globe with metronome regularity, for no reason that Antar could understand, except that it was what the system did best. Once it got started, it would keep them coming, hour after hour, an endless succession of documents and objects, stopping only when it stumbled on something it couldn't file: the most trivial things usually. Once it was a glass paperweight, of the kind that rain snowflakes if you turn them upside down; another time it was a bottle of correcting fluid, from an irrigation overseer's office just south of the Arab Sea. Both times the machine went into a controlled frenzy, firing off questions, one after another. Antar had met children who were like that: What? Why? When? Where? How? But the children asked because they were curious. With these AVA/Ile systems it was something else - something he could only think of as a simulated urge for self-improvement. He'd been using Ava for a couple of years now, and he was still awed by her eagerness to become herself. Anything she did not recognise, she'd take apart on screen, producing ever greater refinements of details.

The plastic laminate was warped. This means that:

it was twisted

it became colourless

it got stretched

it got burnt

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q245:

13th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

If the system hadn't stalled, Antar would never have guessed that the scrap of paper on his screen was the remnant of an ID card. It looked as though it had been rescued from a fire: the plastic laminate was warped and melted along the edge. The lettering was mostly illegible, and the photograph had vanished under a smudge of soot. But a four-inch metal chain had somehow stayed attached to the card: it hung down in a rusty loop from a perforation in the top left-hand corner, like a drooping tail. It was the chain that triggered the system, not the card. The card turned up in one of those routine inventories that went flashing around the globe with metronome regularity, for no reason that Antar could understand, except that it was what the system did best. Once it got started, it would keep them coming, hour after hour, an endless succession of documents and objects, stopping only when it stumbled on something it couldn't file: the most trivial things usually. Once it was a glass paperweight, of the kind that rain snowflakes if you turn them upside down; another time it was a bottle of correcting fluid, from an irrigation overseer's office just south of the Arab Sea. Both times the machine went into a controlled frenzy, firing off questions, one after another. Antar had met children who were like that: What? Why? When? Where? How? But the children asked because they were curious. With these AVA/Ile systems it was something else - something he could only think of as a simulated urge for self-improvement. He'd been using Ava for a couple of years now, and he was still awed by her eagerness to become herself. Anything she did not recognise, she'd take apart on screen, producing ever greater refinements of details.

Why did the system stall when it came across the ID card?

The system had a simulated curiosity.

The system had been programmed to highlight trivial things.

The system could not file the ID card.

The system wanted to take the ID card apart and needed to be programmed.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q246:

13th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

If the system hadn't stalled, Antar would never have guessed that the scrap of paper on his screen was the remnant of an ID card. It looked as though it had been rescued from a fire: the plastic laminate was warped and melted along the edge. The lettering was mostly illegible, and the photograph had vanished under a smudge of soot. But a four-inch metal chain had somehow stayed attached to the card: it hung down in a rusty loop from a perforation in the top left-hand corner, like a drooping tail. It was the chain that triggered the system, not the card. The card turned up in one of those routine inventories that went flashing around the globe with metronome regularity, for no reason that Antar could understand, except that it was what the system did best. Once it got started, it would keep them coming, hour after hour, an endless succession of documents and objects, stopping only when it stumbled on something it couldn't file: the most trivial things usually. Once it was a glass paperweight, of the kind that rain snowflakes if you turn them upside down; another time it was a bottle of correcting fluid, from an irrigation overseer's office just south of the Arab Sea. Both times the machine went into a controlled frenzy, firing off questions, one after another. Antar had met children who were like that: What? Why? When? Where? How? But the children asked because they were curious. With these AVA/Ile systems it was something else - something he could only think of as a simulated urge for self-improvement. He'd been using Ava for a couple of years now, and he was still awed by her eagerness to become herself. Anything she did not recognise, she'd take apart on screen, producing ever greater refinements of details.

Which feature of the ruined ID card stalled Ava's system?

The illegible lettering

The chain that hung from a perforated loop

The plastic laminate that had warped and melted along the edges

The photograph that had suspiciously vanished under a smudge of soot

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q247:

12th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

My father and I stood atop a lofty church tower overlooking a quaint Italian town not far from our home in Rome. I remember wondering what purpose had prompted this sudden expedition. "Look down, Elsa", he instructed softly. Summoning my courage, I gazed at the intricate labyrinth below- a cluster of winding, serpentine streets converging upon a modest central square. "See, carisimma", Father continued with gentle conviction, "there is always more than one path that leads to the square. Life mirrors that very truth-if a single road does not take you to your destination, you must have the wisdom and courage to seek another." At that instant, I began to discern the quiet intent behind his lesson. Earlier that morning, I had implored my mother to intervene about the dreadful school lunches my sister and I were compelled to endure, but she had dismissed my complaint as trivial. When I turned to Father for help, he, too, had declined to act directly. Instead, he had brought me to this tower---- not to lecture, but to impart, through vision and reflection, the art of thinking differently. By the time we descended, my mind had conceived a plan. The next day at school, I discreetly poured my unappetizing soup into a bottle, smuggled it home, and persuaded our cook to serve it to Mother at dinner. The scheme unfolded flawlessly. After the first spoonful, she spluttered indignantly, "The cook must have lost her senses!" My sister and I quickly confessed, and Mother, now convinced, promised to take up our case at school the following day. In the years that followed, that singular lesson revealed its profound depth. I learned that passive acceptance of an apparent impasse often paves the way to defeat, whereas an imaginative and tenacious pursuit of alternatives can transform barriers into opportunities. Indeed, it was this very belief in alternate routes-this refusal to concede to dead ends-that later illuminated my path toward my first modest triumph as a designer.

How does the author's recollection of this childhood episode symbolically mirror her later career as a designer?

Both reveal her preference for avoiding challenges.

Both show her reluctance to take risks.

Both demonstrate her inclination to defy convention and innovate solutions.

Both reflect her dependence on other's opinions.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q248:

12th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

My father and I stood atop a lofty church tower overlooking a quaint Italian town not far from our home in Rome. I remember wondering what purpose had prompted this sudden expedition. "Look down, Elsa", he instructed softly. Summoning my courage, I gazed at the intricate labyrinth below- a cluster of winding, serpentine streets converging upon a modest central square. "See, carisimma", Father continued with gentle conviction, "there is always more than one path that leads to the square. Life mirrors that very truth-if a single road does not take you to your destination, you must have the wisdom and courage to seek another." At that instant, I began to discern the quiet intent behind his lesson. Earlier that morning, I had implored my mother to intervene about the dreadful school lunches my sister and I were compelled to endure, but she had dismissed my complaint as trivial. When I turned to Father for help, he, too, had declined to act directly. Instead, he had brought me to this tower---- not to lecture, but to impart, through vision and reflection, the art of thinking differently. By the time we descended, my mind had conceived a plan. The next day at school, I discreetly poured my unappetizing soup into a bottle, smuggled it home, and persuaded our cook to serve it to Mother at dinner. The scheme unfolded flawlessly. After the first spoonful, she spluttered indignantly, "The cook must have lost her senses!" My sister and I quickly confessed, and Mother, now convinced, promised to take up our case at school the following day. In the years that followed, that singular lesson revealed its profound depth. I learned that passive acceptance of an apparent impasse often paves the way to defeat, whereas an imaginative and tenacious pursuit of alternatives can transform barriers into opportunities. Indeed, it was this very belief in alternate routes-this refusal to concede to dead ends-that later illuminated my path toward my first modest triumph as a designer.

Which of the following sentences best captures the shift in tone between the beginning and end of the passage?

From frustration to enlightenment.

From confidence to confusion.

From despair to detachment.

From anger to sarcasm.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q249:

12th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

My father and I stood atop a lofty church tower overlooking a quaint Italian town not far from our home in Rome. I remember wondering what purpose had prompted this sudden expedition. "Look down, Elsa", he instructed softly. Summoning my courage, I gazed at the intricate labyrinth below- a cluster of winding, serpentine streets converging upon a modest central square. "See, carisimma", Father continued with gentle conviction, "there is always more than one path that leads to the square. Life mirrors that very truth-if a single road does not take you to your destination, you must have the wisdom and courage to seek another." At that instant, I began to discern the quiet intent behind his lesson. Earlier that morning, I had implored my mother to intervene about the dreadful school lunches my sister and I were compelled to endure, but she had dismissed my complaint as trivial. When I turned to Father for help, he, too, had declined to act directly. Instead, he had brought me to this tower---- not to lecture, but to impart, through vision and reflection, the art of thinking differently. By the time we descended, my mind had conceived a plan. The next day at school, I discreetly poured my unappetizing soup into a bottle, smuggled it home, and persuaded our cook to serve it to Mother at dinner. The scheme unfolded flawlessly. After the first spoonful, she spluttered indignantly, "The cook must have lost her senses!" My sister and I quickly confessed, and Mother, now convinced, promised to take up our case at school the following day. In the years that followed, that singular lesson revealed its profound depth. I learned that passive acceptance of an apparent impasse often paves the way to defeat, whereas an imaginative and tenacious pursuit of alternatives can transform barriers into opportunities. Indeed, it was this very belief in alternate routes-this refusal to concede to dead ends-that later illuminated my path toward my first modest triumph as a designer.

What can be deduced about father's method of teaching an important life lesson to Elsa?

He believed in silent observation rather than verbal instruction.

He preferred symbolic and experiential learning to direct teaching.

He thought children should find their own way without any guidance.

He wanted to discourage Elsa from questioning her mother's authority.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q250:

12th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

My father and I stood atop a lofty church tower overlooking a quaint Italian town not far from our home in Rome. I remember wondering what purpose had prompted this sudden expedition. "Look down, Elsa", he instructed softly. Summoning my courage, I gazed at the intricate labyrinth below- a cluster of winding, serpentine streets converging upon a modest central square. "See, carisimma", Father continued with gentle conviction, "there is always more than one path that leads to the square. Life mirrors that very truth-if a single road does not take you to your destination, you must have the wisdom and courage to seek another." At that instant, I began to discern the quiet intent behind his lesson. Earlier that morning, I had implored my mother to intervene about the dreadful school lunches my sister and I were compelled to endure, but she had dismissed my complaint as trivial. When I turned to Father for help, he, too, had declined to act directly. Instead, he had brought me to this tower---- not to lecture, but to impart, through vision and reflection, the art of thinking differently. By the time we descended, my mind had conceived a plan. The next day at school, I discreetly poured my unappetizing soup into a bottle, smuggled it home, and persuaded our cook to serve it to Mother at dinner. The scheme unfolded flawlessly. After the first spoonful, she spluttered indignantly, "The cook must have lost her senses!" My sister and I quickly confessed, and Mother, now convinced, promised to take up our case at school the following day. In the years that followed, that singular lesson revealed its profound depth. I learned that passive acceptance of an apparent impasse often paves the way to defeat, whereas an imaginative and tenacious pursuit of alternatives can transform barriers into opportunities. Indeed, it was this very belief in alternate routes-this refusal to concede to dead ends-that later illuminated my path toward my first modest triumph as a designer.

What can you infer about Elsa's personality from her response to the situation at the school lunches?

She was passive and accepted authority without question.

She was obedient but lacked imagination.

She was resourceful and capable of turning frustration into creative action.

She relied completely on her parents to solve her problems.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q251:

12th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

My father and I stood atop a lofty church tower overlooking a quaint Italian town not far from our home in Rome. I remember wondering what purpose had prompted this sudden expedition. "Look down, Elsa", he instructed softly. Summoning my courage, I gazed at the intricate labyrinth below- a cluster of winding, serpentine streets converging upon a modest central square. "See, carisimma", Father continued with gentle conviction, "there is always more than one path that leads to the square. Life mirrors that very truth-if a single road does not take you to your destination, you must have the wisdom and courage to seek another." At that instant, I began to discern the quiet intent behind his lesson. Earlier that morning, I had implored my mother to intervene about the dreadful school lunches my sister and I were compelled to endure, but she had dismissed my complaint as trivial. When I turned to Father for help, he, too, had declined to act directly. Instead, he had brought me to this tower---- not to lecture, but to impart, through vision and reflection, the art of thinking differently. By the time we descended, my mind had conceived a plan. The next day at school, I discreetly poured my unappetizing soup into a bottle, smuggled it home, and persuaded our cook to serve it to Mother at dinner. The scheme unfolded flawlessly. After the first spoonful, she spluttered indignantly, "The cook must have lost her senses!" My sister and I quickly confessed, and Mother, now convinced, promised to take up our case at school the following day. In the years that followed, that singular lesson revealed its profound depth. I learned that passive acceptance of an apparent impasse often paves the way to defeat, whereas an imaginative and tenacious pursuit of alternatives can transform barriers into opportunities. Indeed, it was this very belief in alternate routes-this refusal to concede to dead ends-that later illuminated my path toward my first modest triumph as a designer.

The expression "See carisimma" used by the father, serves to convey--------

rebuke

affection

disgust

indifference

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q252:

12th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

It is twilight. A thick wet snow is slowly twirling around the newly lighted street lamps and lying in soft thin layers on roofs, on horses' backs, on people's shoulders and hats. The cab driver, Iona Potapov, is quite white and looks like a phantom: he is bent double as far as a human body can bend double; he is seated on his box; he never makes a move. If a whole snowdrift fell on him, it seems as if he would not find it necessary to shake it off. His little horse is also quite white, and remains motionless; its immobility, its angularity and its straight wooden-looking legs, even close by, give it the appearance of a gingerbread horse worth a kopek. It is, no doubt, plunged in deep thought. If you were snatched from the plough, from your usual gray surroundings, and were thrown into this slough full of monstrous lights, unceasing noise and hurrying people, you too would find it difficult not to think. Iona and his little horse have not moved from their place for a long while. They left their yard before dinner and, up to now, not a fare. The evening mist is descending over the town, the white lights of the lamps are replacing brighter rays, and the hubbub of the street is getting louder. 'Cabby for Viborg Way!' suddenly hears Iona. 'Cabby!' Iona jumps and, through his snow-covered eyelashes, sees an officer in a greatcoat, with his hood over his head. 'Viborg Way!' the officer repeats. 'Are you asleep, eh? Viborg Way!' With a nod of assent Iona picks up the reins, in consequence of which layers of snow slip off the horse's back and neck. The officer seats himself in the sleigh, the cabdriver smacks his lips to encourage his horse, stretches out his neck like a swan, sits up and, more from habit than necessity, brandishes his whip.

The horse is lost in deep thought because____.

he was feeling cold

he was hungry

he had been pushed into an alien environment

city lights were hurting his eyes

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q253:

12th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

It is twilight. A thick wet snow is slowly twirling around the newly lighted street lamps and lying in soft thin layers on roofs, on horses' backs, on people's shoulders and hats. The cab driver, Iona Potapov, is quite white and looks like a phantom: he is bent double as far as a human body can bend double; he is seated on his box; he never makes a move. If a whole snowdrift fell on him, it seems as if he would not find it necessary to shake it off. His little horse is also quite white, and remains motionless; its immobility, its angularity and its straight wooden-looking legs, even close by, give it the appearance of a gingerbread horse worth a kopek. It is, no doubt, plunged in deep thought. If you were snatched from the plough, from your usual gray surroundings, and were thrown into this slough full of monstrous lights, unceasing noise and hurrying people, you too would find it difficult not to think. Iona and his little horse have not moved from their place for a long while. They left their yard before dinner and, up to now, not a fare. The evening mist is descending over the town, the white lights of the lamps are replacing brighter rays, and the hubbub of the street is getting louder. 'Cabby for Viborg Way!' suddenly hears Iona. 'Cabby!' Iona jumps and, through his snow-covered eyelashes, sees an officer in a greatcoat, with his hood over his head. 'Viborg Way!' the officer repeats. 'Are you asleep, eh? Viborg Way!' With a nod of assent Iona picks up the reins, in consequence of which layers of snow slip off the horse's back and neck. The officer seats himself in the sleigh, the cabdriver smacks his lips to encourage his horse, stretches out his neck like a swan, sits up and, more from habit than necessity, brandishes his whip.

The figure of speech used in 'stretches out his neck like a swan' is:

Simile

Hyperbole

Synedoche

Personification

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q254:

12th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

It is twilight. A thick wet snow is slowly twirling around the newly lighted street lamps and lying in soft thin layers on roofs, on horses' backs, on people's shoulders and hats. The cab driver, Iona Potapov, is quite white and looks like a phantom: he is bent double as far as a human body can bend double; he is seated on his box; he never makes a move. If a whole snowdrift fell on him, it seems as if he would not find it necessary to shake it off. His little horse is also quite white, and remains motionless; its immobility, its angularity and its straight wooden-looking legs, even close by, give it the appearance of a gingerbread horse worth a kopek. It is, no doubt, plunged in deep thought. If you were snatched from the plough, from your usual gray surroundings, and were thrown into this slough full of monstrous lights, unceasing noise and hurrying people, you too would find it difficult not to think. Iona and his little horse have not moved from their place for a long while. They left their yard before dinner and, up to now, not a fare. The evening mist is descending over the town, the white lights of the lamps are replacing brighter rays, and the hubbub of the street is getting louder. 'Cabby for Viborg Way!' suddenly hears Iona. 'Cabby!' Iona jumps and, through his snow-covered eyelashes, sees an officer in a greatcoat, with his hood over his head. 'Viborg Way!' the officer repeats. 'Are you asleep, eh? Viborg Way!' With a nod of assent Iona picks up the reins, in consequence of which layers of snow slip off the horse's back and neck. The officer seats himself in the sleigh, the cabdriver smacks his lips to encourage his horse, stretches out his neck like a swan, sits up and, more from habit than necessity, brandishes his whip.

The opening lines suggest that Iona is:

old and tranquil

old and dejected

old but energetic

old but spirited

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q255:

12th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

It is twilight. A thick wet snow is slowly twirling around the newly lighted street lamps and lying in soft thin layers on roofs, on horses' backs, on people's shoulders and hats. The cab driver, Iona Potapov, is quite white and looks like a phantom: he is bent double as far as a human body can bend double; he is seated on his box; he never makes a move. If a whole snowdrift fell on him, it seems as if he would not find it necessary to shake it off. His little horse is also quite white, and remains motionless; its immobility, its angularity and its straight wooden-looking legs, even close by, give it the appearance of a gingerbread horse worth a kopek. It is, no doubt, plunged in deep thought. If you were snatched from the plough, from your usual gray surroundings, and were thrown into this slough full of monstrous lights, unceasing noise and hurrying people, you too would find it difficult not to think. Iona and his little horse have not moved from their place for a long while. They left their yard before dinner and, up to now, not a fare. The evening mist is descending over the town, the white lights of the lamps are replacing brighter rays, and the hubbub of the street is getting louder. 'Cabby for Viborg Way!' suddenly hears Iona. 'Cabby!' Iona jumps and, through his snow-covered eyelashes, sees an officer in a greatcoat, with his hood over his head. 'Viborg Way!' the officer repeats. 'Are you asleep, eh? Viborg Way!' With a nod of assent Iona picks up the reins, in consequence of which layers of snow slip off the horse's back and neck. The officer seats himself in the sleigh, the cabdriver smacks his lips to encourage his horse, stretches out his neck like a swan, sits up and, more from habit than necessity, brandishes his whip.

Select the synonym of the word phantom.

a comic character

ghost

dwarf

goblin

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q256:

12th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

It is twilight. A thick wet snow is slowly twirling around the newly lighted street lamps and lying in soft thin layers on roofs, on horses' backs, on people's shoulders and hats. The cab driver, Iona Potapov, is quite white and looks like a phantom: he is bent double as far as a human body can bend double; he is seated on his box; he never makes a move. If a whole snowdrift fell on him, it seems as if he would not find it necessary to shake it off. His little horse is also quite white, and remains motionless; its immobility, its angularity and its straight wooden-looking legs, even close by, give it the appearance of a gingerbread horse worth a kopek. It is, no doubt, plunged in deep thought. If you were snatched from the plough, from your usual gray surroundings, and were thrown into this slough full of monstrous lights, unceasing noise and hurrying people, you too would find it difficult not to think. Iona and his little horse have not moved from their place for a long while. They left their yard before dinner and, up to now, not a fare. The evening mist is descending over the town, the white lights of the lamps are replacing brighter rays, and the hubbub of the street is getting louder. 'Cabby for Viborg Way!' suddenly hears Iona. 'Cabby!' Iona jumps and, through his snow-covered eyelashes, sees an officer in a greatcoat, with his hood over his head. 'Viborg Way!' the officer repeats. 'Are you asleep, eh? Viborg Way!' With a nod of assent Iona picks up the reins, in consequence of which layers of snow slip off the horse's back and neck. The officer seats himself in the sleigh, the cabdriver smacks his lips to encourage his horse, stretches out his neck like a swan, sits up and, more from habit than necessity, brandishes his whip.

What do 'monstrous lights, unceasing noise and hurrying people' indicate?

Suburbian attitude

Lonely in a crowd

Glitter of busy city

Soul-less city life

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q257:

12th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

On a still, sun-washed afternoon in Tamil Nadu's Chettinad region, light plays across Belgian stained glass, turmeric-and-sea-green Athangudi tiles (traditional handmade floor tiles) and pillared verandas of Burmese teak. Down narrow lanes of century-old mansions, dust swirls around crumbling facades, as if keeping the houses breathing one more day. It is here, among decaying courtyards, abandoned wedding halls and silent streets that a team from Bengaluru's Christ University is steadily building one of India's most ambitious digital heritage repositories. They are racing against time, armed with 360° cameras, microphones, scanners and sketchbooks. Their aim is not to restore these grand homes but to preserve the knowledge locked inside them before it disappears forever. Over two years, they have recorded 1,042 heritage houses, collected 600 survey responses, conducted spatial and thermal studies, mapped water systems and digitally captured 360-degree walkthroughs. Every visit helps them understand a culture whose architectural brilliance is at serious risk of fading. The project, funded by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) and running from April 2024 to March 2026, brings together architecture, computer science and media studies in a rare multidisciplinary effort. The common perception of Chettinad often begins and ends with its sprawling, ornate mansions. Dr Balakrishnan, project co-ordinator and associate professor in the department of computer science at Christ University says, "The architecture here is truly unique," he adds. "These buildings were designed with eco-friendly features and sustainable practices long before such terms even existed. A century ago, they already understood how to build in harmony with the environment." High roofs, clever cross-ventilation systems and the use of local, sustainable materials, from lime mortar to egg whites, allowed these structures to stay cool and comfortable long before air conditioners existed. These choices reveal how deeply the builders understood their climate and how thoughtfully they responded to it.

In the given passage, the use of materials such as lime mortar and egg whites illustrates:

the economic limitations of Chettinad builders.

the absence of modern construction techniques.

a climate-responsive and locally grounded building practice.

an experimental approach with uncertain outcomes.

Correct Answer

Option 3

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Q258:

12th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

On a still, sun-washed afternoon in Tamil Nadu's Chettinad region, light plays across Belgian stained glass, turmeric-and-sea-green Athangudi tiles (traditional handmade floor tiles) and pillared verandas of Burmese teak. Down narrow lanes of century-old mansions, dust swirls around crumbling facades, as if keeping the houses breathing one more day. It is here, among decaying courtyards, abandoned wedding halls and silent streets that a team from Bengaluru's Christ University is steadily building one of India's most ambitious digital heritage repositories. They are racing against time, armed with 360° cameras, microphones, scanners and sketchbooks. Their aim is not to restore these grand homes but to preserve the knowledge locked inside them before it disappears forever. Over two years, they have recorded 1,042 heritage houses, collected 600 survey responses, conducted spatial and thermal studies, mapped water systems and digitally captured 360-degree walkthroughs. Every visit helps them understand a culture whose architectural brilliance is at serious risk of fading. The project, funded by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) and running from April 2024 to March 2026, brings together architecture, computer science and media studies in a rare multidisciplinary effort. The common perception of Chettinad often begins and ends with its sprawling, ornate mansions. Dr Balakrishnan, project co-ordinator and associate professor in the department of computer science at Christ University says, "The architecture here is truly unique," he adds. "These buildings were designed with eco-friendly features and sustainable practices long before such terms even existed. A century ago, they already understood how to build in harmony with the environment." High roofs, clever cross-ventilation systems and the use of local, sustainable materials, from lime mortar to egg whites, allowed these structures to stay cool and comfortable long before air conditioners existed. These choices reveal how deeply the builders understood their climate and how thoughtfully they responded to it.

Which of the following best captures the significance of the project's multidisciplinary nature?

It reflects the complexity of heritage as both cultural and technical knowledge.

It allows faster data collection across multiple sites.

It reduces dependence on traditional architectural methods.

It ensures wider public participation in conservation.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q259:

12th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

On a still, sun-washed afternoon in Tamil Nadu's Chettinad region, light plays across Belgian stained glass, turmeric-and-sea-green Athangudi tiles (traditional handmade floor tiles) and pillared verandas of Burmese teak. Down narrow lanes of century-old mansions, dust swirls around crumbling facades, as if keeping the houses breathing one more day. It is here, among decaying courtyards, abandoned wedding halls and silent streets that a team from Bengaluru's Christ University is steadily building one of India's most ambitious digital heritage repositories. They are racing against time, armed with 360° cameras, microphones, scanners and sketchbooks. Their aim is not to restore these grand homes but to preserve the knowledge locked inside them before it disappears forever. Over two years, they have recorded 1,042 heritage houses, collected 600 survey responses, conducted spatial and thermal studies, mapped water systems and digitally captured 360-degree walkthroughs. Every visit helps them understand a culture whose architectural brilliance is at serious risk of fading. The project, funded by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) and running from April 2024 to March 2026, brings together architecture, computer science and media studies in a rare multidisciplinary effort. The common perception of Chettinad often begins and ends with its sprawling, ornate mansions. Dr Balakrishnan, project co-ordinator and associate professor in the department of computer science at Christ University says, "The architecture here is truly unique," he adds. "These buildings were designed with eco-friendly features and sustainable practices long before such terms even existed. A century ago, they already understood how to build in harmony with the environment." High roofs, clever cross-ventilation systems and the use of local, sustainable materials, from lime mortar to egg whites, allowed these structures to stay cool and comfortable long before air conditioners existed. These choices reveal how deeply the builders understood their climate and how thoughtfully they responded to it.

According to the passage, what is the primary purpose of the Christ University team's work in Chettinad?

To renovate old mansions for tourism.

To digitally preserve architectural knowledge before it is lost.

To convert heritage homes into museums.

To study modern housing patterns.

Correct Answer

Option 2

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Q260:

12th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

On a still, sun-washed afternoon in Tamil Nadu's Chettinad region, light plays across Belgian stained glass, turmeric-and-sea-green Athangudi tiles (traditional handmade floor tiles) and pillared verandas of Burmese teak. Down narrow lanes of century-old mansions, dust swirls around crumbling facades, as if keeping the houses breathing one more day. It is here, among decaying courtyards, abandoned wedding halls and silent streets that a team from Bengaluru's Christ University is steadily building one of India's most ambitious digital heritage repositories. They are racing against time, armed with 360° cameras, microphones, scanners and sketchbooks. Their aim is not to restore these grand homes but to preserve the knowledge locked inside them before it disappears forever. Over two years, they have recorded 1,042 heritage houses, collected 600 survey responses, conducted spatial and thermal studies, mapped water systems and digitally captured 360-degree walkthroughs. Every visit helps them understand a culture whose architectural brilliance is at serious risk of fading. The project, funded by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) and running from April 2024 to March 2026, brings together architecture, computer science and media studies in a rare multidisciplinary effort. The common perception of Chettinad often begins and ends with its sprawling, ornate mansions. Dr Balakrishnan, project co-ordinator and associate professor in the department of computer science at Christ University says, "The architecture here is truly unique," he adds. "These buildings were designed with eco-friendly features and sustainable practices long before such terms even existed. A century ago, they already understood how to build in harmony with the environment." High roofs, clever cross-ventilation systems and the use of local, sustainable materials, from lime mortar to egg whites, allowed these structures to stay cool and comfortable long before air conditioners existed. These choices reveal how deeply the builders understood their climate and how thoughtfully they responded to it.

According to the given passage, which of the following statements are false? (A) The Christ University team aims to physically restore Chettinad's heritage mansions. (B) The project relies exclusively on traditional architectural documentation methods. (C) Chettinad architecture incorporated climate-responsive design long before modern sustainability discourse. (D) The research project is funded by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR). Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) and (D) only

(B) and (C) only

(A) and (B) only

(C) and (D) only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q261:

12th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

On a still, sun-washed afternoon in Tamil Nadu's Chettinad region, light plays across Belgian stained glass, turmeric-and-sea-green Athangudi tiles (traditional handmade floor tiles) and pillared verandas of Burmese teak. Down narrow lanes of century-old mansions, dust swirls around crumbling facades, as if keeping the houses breathing one more day. It is here, among decaying courtyards, abandoned wedding halls and silent streets that a team from Bengaluru's Christ University is steadily building one of India's most ambitious digital heritage repositories. They are racing against time, armed with 360° cameras, microphones, scanners and sketchbooks. Their aim is not to restore these grand homes but to preserve the knowledge locked inside them before it disappears forever. Over two years, they have recorded 1,042 heritage houses, collected 600 survey responses, conducted spatial and thermal studies, mapped water systems and digitally captured 360-degree walkthroughs. Every visit helps them understand a culture whose architectural brilliance is at serious risk of fading. The project, funded by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) and running from April 2024 to March 2026, brings together architecture, computer science and media studies in a rare multidisciplinary effort. The common perception of Chettinad often begins and ends with its sprawling, ornate mansions. Dr Balakrishnan, project co-ordinator and associate professor in the department of computer science at Christ University says, "The architecture here is truly unique," he adds. "These buildings were designed with eco-friendly features and sustainable practices long before such terms even existed. A century ago, they already understood how to build in harmony with the environment." High roofs, clever cross-ventilation systems and the use of local, sustainable materials, from lime mortar to egg whites, allowed these structures to stay cool and comfortable long before air conditioners existed. These choices reveal how deeply the builders understood their climate and how thoughtfully they responded to it.

According to the given passage, how did Chettinad houses remain cool before air conditioners existed?

By using underground cooling systems.

Through high roofs, cross-ventilation and local materials.

By thick concrete walls.

Through artificial water cooling device.

Correct Answer

Option 2

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Q262:

12th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The Mysore City Corporation building stood close to the palace and Janani and Vinod had been taken to the palace on the very day of their arrival, Sesha Uncle hurrying them along as if royalty itself were under threat and some fairy godmother had warned that come midnight, the palace would turn into a pumpkin. It was in the hope of tracing the official records of a writer's house that they had come to the corporation that morning. The corporation was housed in an ornate building with domes that resembled those of the palace. The exterior was painted the colour of egg yolk – pale yellow, with cornices in white. The crown molding was a cheery mix of red and maroon that matched the colour on the domes. It was hard to tell if the people who thronged the external corridors and the inner hallways were employees or members of the public. Sesha Uncle and his entourage wandered around the labyrinthine hallways, peering into a honeycomb maze of dusty offices. Janani was glad Sesha Uncle and Rukmini Aunty had insisted on coming with her and Vinod. She was thrilled at the prospect of entering a den of intrigue. The reality was more banal: a cavernous room where sunlight filtered weakly through cracked glass, dust drifting lazily in the air. Clerks sat behind desks, some glued to their phones, others chatting. Files lay in precarious towers, abandoned mid-fall as though the building itself had given up on order. Sesha Uncle found a clerk. Leaning in conspiratorially, he launched into a winding comparison between Mysore and Hannibal, Missouri. If Americans could preserve Mark Twain's house, he argued, surely Mysore could honour its greatest writer too. Sesha Uncle then asked about the ownership of R.K. Narayan's house, only to be redirected to another desk, empty because the responsible official was on personal leave for a festival. Mustering up whatever dignity he had left, Sesha Uncle hustled everyone out of the office. On the way home, he unleashed a torrent of abuse at the bureaucracy and its indifference to writers, and by the time they reached the house, Rukmini Aunty declared the subject finished and insisted on eating her lunch in peace.

In the given passage, the primary purpose of visiting the Mysore City Corporation office was to:

admire the architecture of a heritage building.

find information about the ownership of R.K. Narayan's house.

compare Mysore with American cities.

submit an application for heritage conservation.

Correct Answer

Option 2

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Q263:

12th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The Mysore City Corporation building stood close to the palace and Janani and Vinod had been taken to the palace on the very day of their arrival, Sesha Uncle hurrying them along as if royalty itself were under threat and some fairy godmother had warned that come midnight, the palace would turn into a pumpkin. It was in the hope of tracing the official records of a writer's house that they had come to the corporation that morning. The corporation was housed in an ornate building with domes that resembled those of the palace. The exterior was painted the colour of egg yolk – pale yellow, with cornices in white. The crown molding was a cheery mix of red and maroon that matched the colour on the domes. It was hard to tell if the people who thronged the external corridors and the inner hallways were employees or members of the public. Sesha Uncle and his entourage wandered around the labyrinthine hallways, peering into a honeycomb maze of dusty offices. Janani was glad Sesha Uncle and Rukmini Aunty had insisted on coming with her and Vinod. She was thrilled at the prospect of entering a den of intrigue. The reality was more banal: a cavernous room where sunlight filtered weakly through cracked glass, dust drifting lazily in the air. Clerks sat behind desks, some glued to their phones, others chatting. Files lay in precarious towers, abandoned mid-fall as though the building itself had given up on order. Sesha Uncle found a clerk. Leaning in conspiratorially, he launched into a winding comparison between Mysore and Hannibal, Missouri. If Americans could preserve Mark Twain's house, he argued, surely Mysore could honour its greatest writer too. Sesha Uncle then asked about the ownership of R.K. Narayan's house, only to be redirected to another desk, empty because the responsible official was on personal leave for a festival. Mustering up whatever dignity he had left, Sesha Uncle hustled everyone out of the office. On the way home, he unleashed a torrent of abuse at the bureaucracy and its indifference to writers, and by the time they reached the house, Rukmini Aunty declared the subject finished and insisted on eating her lunch in peace.

According to the passage, what does the clerks' behaviour inside the office suggest about bureaucracy?

They are efficient but understaffed.

They are overworked and sympathetic to visitors.

They are indifferent, casual and resistant to urgency.

They are intimidated by citizens seeking information.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q264:

12th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The Mysore City Corporation building stood close to the palace and Janani and Vinod had been taken to the palace on the very day of their arrival, Sesha Uncle hurrying them along as if royalty itself were under threat and some fairy godmother had warned that come midnight, the palace would turn into a pumpkin. It was in the hope of tracing the official records of a writer's house that they had come to the corporation that morning. The corporation was housed in an ornate building with domes that resembled those of the palace. The exterior was painted the colour of egg yolk – pale yellow, with cornices in white. The crown molding was a cheery mix of red and maroon that matched the colour on the domes. It was hard to tell if the people who thronged the external corridors and the inner hallways were employees or members of the public. Sesha Uncle and his entourage wandered around the labyrinthine hallways, peering into a honeycomb maze of dusty offices. Janani was glad Sesha Uncle and Rukmini Aunty had insisted on coming with her and Vinod. She was thrilled at the prospect of entering a den of intrigue. The reality was more banal: a cavernous room where sunlight filtered weakly through cracked glass, dust drifting lazily in the air. Clerks sat behind desks, some glued to their phones, others chatting. Files lay in precarious towers, abandoned mid-fall as though the building itself had given up on order. Sesha Uncle found a clerk. Leaning in conspiratorially, he launched into a winding comparison between Mysore and Hannibal, Missouri. If Americans could preserve Mark Twain's house, he argued, surely Mysore could honour its greatest writer too. Sesha Uncle then asked about the ownership of R.K. Narayan's house, only to be redirected to another desk, empty because the responsible official was on personal leave for a festival. Mustering up whatever dignity he had left, Sesha Uncle hustled everyone out of the office. On the way home, he unleashed a torrent of abuse at the bureaucracy and its indifference to writers, and by the time they reached the house, Rukmini Aunty declared the subject finished and insisted on eating her lunch in peace.

In the given passage, the reference to Hannibal, Missouri primarily functions to:

establish Sesha Uncle's familiarity with American geography.

contrast rural America with urban India.

elevate Mark Twain above R.K. Narayan.

critique of uneven cultural preservation across nations.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q265:

12th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The Mysore City Corporation building stood close to the palace and Janani and Vinod had been taken to the palace on the very day of their arrival, Sesha Uncle hurrying them along as if royalty itself were under threat and some fairy godmother had warned that come midnight, the palace would turn into a pumpkin. It was in the hope of tracing the official records of a writer's house that they had come to the corporation that morning. The corporation was housed in an ornate building with domes that resembled those of the palace. The exterior was painted the colour of egg yolk – pale yellow, with cornices in white. The crown molding was a cheery mix of red and maroon that matched the colour on the domes. It was hard to tell if the people who thronged the external corridors and the inner hallways were employees or members of the public. Sesha Uncle and his entourage wandered around the labyrinthine hallways, peering into a honeycomb maze of dusty offices. Janani was glad Sesha Uncle and Rukmini Aunty had insisted on coming with her and Vinod. She was thrilled at the prospect of entering a den of intrigue. The reality was more banal: a cavernous room where sunlight filtered weakly through cracked glass, dust drifting lazily in the air. Clerks sat behind desks, some glued to their phones, others chatting. Files lay in precarious towers, abandoned mid-fall as though the building itself had given up on order. Sesha Uncle found a clerk. Leaning in conspiratorially, he launched into a winding comparison between Mysore and Hannibal, Missouri. If Americans could preserve Mark Twain's house, he argued, surely Mysore could honour its greatest writer too. Sesha Uncle then asked about the ownership of R.K. Narayan's house, only to be redirected to another desk, empty because the responsible official was on personal leave for a festival. Mustering up whatever dignity he had left, Sesha Uncle hustled everyone out of the office. On the way home, he unleashed a torrent of abuse at the bureaucracy and its indifference to writers, and by the time they reached the house, Rukmini Aunty declared the subject finished and insisted on eating her lunch in peace.

In the given passage, the comparison is made about a fairy godmother and the palace turning into a pumpkin. What does this suggest?

Sesha Uncle believed strongly in fairy tales and magic.

Everybody feared that the palace would actually be destroyed.

The tone is that of exaggerated urgency and comic seriousness.

It was holiday season and the entire town would be at the Mysore city cooperation building.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q266:

11th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

My grandmother didn't approve of Tridib. He is a loafer and a wastrel. I would sometimes hear her saying to my parents; he doesn't do any proper work, lives off his father's money. To me she would only allow herself to say with a sardonic little twist of her mouth: I don't want to see you loafing with Trideb, Tridib wastes his time. It didn't sound terrible, but, in fact, in my grandmother's usage there was nothing very much worse that could be said of anyone. For her time was like a toothbrush: it went mouldy if it wasn't used. I asked her once what happened to wasted time. She tossed her small silvery head, screwed up her long nose and said: It begins to stink. As for herself, she had been careful to rid our little flat of everything that might encourage us to let our time stink. No chessboard nor any pack of cards ever came through our door; there was a battered Ludo set somewhere but I was only allowed to play with it when I was ill. She didn't even approve of my mother listening to the afternoon radio play more than once a week. In our flat all of us worked hard at whatever we did: my grandmother at her schoolmastering; I at my homework; my mother at her housekeeping; my father at his job in a company. Our time wasn't given the slightest opportunity to grow mouldy. That was why I loved to listen to Tridib: he never seemed to use his time, but his time didn't stink. Sometimes Trideb would drop in to see us without warning. My grandmother, for all her disapproval of him, would be delighted whenever he came- partly because she was fond of him in her own way, but mainly because Tridib and his family were our only rich relatives, and it flattered her to think that he had gone out of his way to come and see her. But of course, she knew, though she wouldn't admit it, that he had really come to nurse his stomach.

The phrase "a sardonic little twist of her mouth" suggests a tone that is:

Mocking and cynical

Warm and approving

Nervous and uncertain

Cheerfully ironic

Correct Answer

Option 1

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Q267:

11th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

My grandmother didn't approve of Tridib. He is a loafer and a wastrel. I would sometimes hear her saying to my parents; he doesn't do any proper work, lives off his father's money. To me she would only allow herself to say with a sardonic little twist of her mouth: I don't want to see you loafing with Trideb, Tridib wastes his time. It didn't sound terrible, but, in fact, in my grandmother's usage there was nothing very much worse that could be said of anyone. For her time was like a toothbrush: it went mouldy if it wasn't used. I asked her once what happened to wasted time. She tossed her small silvery head, screwed up her long nose and said: It begins to stink. As for herself, she had been careful to rid our little flat of everything that might encourage us to let our time stink. No chessboard nor any pack of cards ever came through our door; there was a battered Ludo set somewhere but I was only allowed to play with it when I was ill. She didn't even approve of my mother listening to the afternoon radio play more than once a week. In our flat all of us worked hard at whatever we did: my grandmother at her schoolmastering; I at my homework; my mother at her housekeeping; my father at his job in a company. Our time wasn't given the slightest opportunity to grow mouldy. That was why I loved to listen to Tridib: he never seemed to use his time, but his time didn't stink. Sometimes Trideb would drop in to see us without warning. My grandmother, for all her disapproval of him, would be delighted whenever he came- partly because she was fond of him in her own way, but mainly because Tridib and his family were our only rich relatives, and it flattered her to think that he had gone out of his way to come and see her. But of course, she knew, though she wouldn't admit it, that he had really come to nurse his stomach.

The grandmother's comparison of time to "a toothbrush" that "goes mouldy" chiefly serves to:

Emphasize time as a measurable, economic resource to be invested for profit

Suggest that leisure, like art, should be preserved carefully

Portray time as cyclical and naturally self-renewing if left alone

Moralize idleness by casting unused time as a matter of personal hygiene and impurity

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q268:

11th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

My grandmother didn't approve of Tridib. He is a loafer and a wastrel. I would sometimes hear her saying to my parents; he doesn't do any proper work, lives off his father's money. To me she would only allow herself to say with a sardonic little twist of her mouth: I don't want to see you loafing with Trideb, Tridib wastes his time. It didn't sound terrible, but, in fact, in my grandmother's usage there was nothing very much worse that could be said of anyone. For her time was like a toothbrush: it went mouldy if it wasn't used. I asked her once what happened to wasted time. She tossed her small silvery head, screwed up her long nose and said: It begins to stink. As for herself, she had been careful to rid our little flat of everything that might encourage us to let our time stink. No chessboard nor any pack of cards ever came through our door; there was a battered Ludo set somewhere but I was only allowed to play with it when I was ill. She didn't even approve of my mother listening to the afternoon radio play more than once a week. In our flat all of us worked hard at whatever we did: my grandmother at her schoolmastering; I at my homework; my mother at her housekeeping; my father at his job in a company. Our time wasn't given the slightest opportunity to grow mouldy. That was why I loved to listen to Tridib: he never seemed to use his time, but his time didn't stink. Sometimes Trideb would drop in to see us without warning. My grandmother, for all her disapproval of him, would be delighted whenever he came- partly because she was fond of him in her own way, but mainly because Tridib and his family were our only rich relatives, and it flattered her to think that he had gone out of his way to come and see her. But of course, she knew, though she wouldn't admit it, that he had really come to nurse his stomach.

The grandmother's attitude toward Tridib is best described as:

Pure hostility grounded solely in moral principles.

Ambivalent: overt disapproval tempered by familial affection and class-based vanity

Secret admiration for his free-spirited lifestyle.

Indifference that masks deeper ignorance of his character.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q269:

11th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

My grandmother didn't approve of Tridib. He is a loafer and a wastrel. I would sometimes hear her saying to my parents; he doesn't do any proper work, lives off his father's money. To me she would only allow herself to say with a sardonic little twist of her mouth: I don't want to see you loafing with Trideb, Tridib wastes his time. It didn't sound terrible, but, in fact, in my grandmother's usage there was nothing very much worse that could be said of anyone. For her time was like a toothbrush: it went mouldy if it wasn't used. I asked her once what happened to wasted time. She tossed her small silvery head, screwed up her long nose and said: It begins to stink. As for herself, she had been careful to rid our little flat of everything that might encourage us to let our time stink. No chessboard nor any pack of cards ever came through our door; there was a battered Ludo set somewhere but I was only allowed to play with it when I was ill. She didn't even approve of my mother listening to the afternoon radio play more than once a week. In our flat all of us worked hard at whatever we did: my grandmother at her schoolmastering; I at my homework; my mother at her housekeeping; my father at his job in a company. Our time wasn't given the slightest opportunity to grow mouldy. That was why I loved to listen to Tridib: he never seemed to use his time, but his time didn't stink. Sometimes Trideb would drop in to see us without warning. My grandmother, for all her disapproval of him, would be delighted whenever he came- partly because she was fond of him in her own way, but mainly because Tridib and his family were our only rich relatives, and it flattered her to think that he had gone out of his way to come and see her. But of course, she knew, though she wouldn't admit it, that he had really come to nurse his stomach.

When the narrator says of Tridib, "he never seemed to use his time, but his time didn't stink," this most strongly indicates:

A belief that productivity is the only valid measure of a life

An acceptance of the grandmother's standards despite personal affection

A counter-valuation that prizes imagination and presence over utilitarian work

Confusion about what Tridib actually does with his days

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q270:

11th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

My grandmother didn't approve of Tridib. He is a loafer and a wastrel. I would sometimes hear her saying to my parents; he doesn't do any proper work, lives off his father's money. To me she would only allow herself to say with a sardonic little twist of her mouth: I don't want to see you loafing with Trideb, Tridib wastes his time. It didn't sound terrible, but, in fact, in my grandmother's usage there was nothing very much worse that could be said of anyone. For her time was like a toothbrush: it went mouldy if it wasn't used. I asked her once what happened to wasted time. She tossed her small silvery head, screwed up her long nose and said: It begins to stink. As for herself, she had been careful to rid our little flat of everything that might encourage us to let our time stink. No chessboard nor any pack of cards ever came through our door; there was a battered Ludo set somewhere but I was only allowed to play with it when I was ill. She didn't even approve of my mother listening to the afternoon radio play more than once a week. In our flat all of us worked hard at whatever we did: my grandmother at her schoolmastering; I at my homework; my mother at her housekeeping; my father at his job in a company. Our time wasn't given the slightest opportunity to grow mouldy. That was why I loved to listen to Tridib: he never seemed to use his time, but his time didn't stink. Sometimes Trideb would drop in to see us without warning. My grandmother, for all her disapproval of him, would be delighted whenever he came- partly because she was fond of him in her own way, but mainly because Tridib and his family were our only rich relatives, and it flattered her to think that he had gone out of his way to come and see her. But of course, she knew, though she wouldn't admit it, that he had really come to nurse his stomach.

In context, "flattered" most nearly means:

Tricked into agreement

Angered by presumption

Pleased by a perceived compliment to one's status

Indifferent to social opinion

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q271:

11th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common condition that affects the middle part of someone's vision, often worsening over time. Its exact cause is unknown, but occurs when light-sensitive photoreceptor cells and neurons in the center of the retina are damaged, making it hard to recognize faces or read. Approved treatments can only slow its progression. People with advanced stage of geographic atrophy usually retain some photoreceptor cells that allow for peripheral vision and enough retinal neurons to pass visual information to the brain. Taking advantage of this, Daniel Palanker at Stanford University in California and his colleagues have developed a device called PRIMA. It involves a small camera mounted on a pair of glasses that captures images, then projects them via infrared light to a 2 × 2 mm solar-powered, wireless chip implanted in the back of an eye. The chip then converts this image information into an electric signal that retinal neurons can pass to the brain. Infrared light is used because we cannot see in this wavelength. The process doesn't interfere with any existing vision. To test this, researchers recruited 32 people aged 60 or above who had geographic atrophy. Their vision in at least one eye was worse than 20/320, which means they could only see at 20 feet (6 meters) what a person with 20/20 vision could see at 320 feet. The researchers first implanted this chip in one eye of these participants, then four to five weeks later, these volunteers began to use these glasses in their daily lives. The glasses allowed them to magnify what they were seeing 12 times and to adjust the brightness and contrast. After a year, 27 of these participants could read again as well as perceive shapes and patterns. By giving participants this ability to perceive shapes and patterns, PRIMA represents the first prosthesis to restore functional sight in people with this condition.

The use of infrared light is significant for PRIMA to function and ___.

human beings cannot see clearly through light.

the photoreceptor cells respond well to infrared light.

the red color does not hamper vision.

the wavelength does not impact the existing vision.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q272:

11th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common condition that affects the middle part of someone's vision, often worsening over time. Its exact cause is unknown, but occurs when light-sensitive photoreceptor cells and neurons in the center of the retina are damaged, making it hard to recognize faces or read. Approved treatments can only slow its progression. People with advanced stage of geographic atrophy usually retain some photoreceptor cells that allow for peripheral vision and enough retinal neurons to pass visual information to the brain. Taking advantage of this, Daniel Palanker at Stanford University in California and his colleagues have developed a device called PRIMA. It involves a small camera mounted on a pair of glasses that captures images, then projects them via infrared light to a 2 × 2 mm solar-powered, wireless chip implanted in the back of an eye. The chip then converts this image information into an electric signal that retinal neurons can pass to the brain. Infrared light is used because we cannot see in this wavelength. The process doesn't interfere with any existing vision. To test this, researchers recruited 32 people aged 60 or above who had geographic atrophy. Their vision in at least one eye was worse than 20/320, which means they could only see at 20 feet (6 meters) what a person with 20/20 vision could see at 320 feet. The researchers first implanted this chip in one eye of these participants, then four to five weeks later, these volunteers began to use these glasses in their daily lives. The glasses allowed them to magnify what they were seeing 12 times and to adjust the brightness and contrast. After a year, 27 of these participants could read again as well as perceive shapes and patterns. By giving participants this ability to perceive shapes and patterns, PRIMA represents the first prosthesis to restore functional sight in people with this condition.

The role of glasses in PRIMA is -

for mounting the camera

for improving the looks

for magnifying the images

for controlling the implanted chip

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q273:

11th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common condition that affects the middle part of someone's vision, often worsening over time. Its exact cause is unknown, but occurs when light-sensitive photoreceptor cells and neurons in the center of the retina are damaged, making it hard to recognize faces or read. Approved treatments can only slow its progression. People with advanced stage of geographic atrophy usually retain some photoreceptor cells that allow for peripheral vision and enough retinal neurons to pass visual information to the brain. Taking advantage of this, Daniel Palanker at Stanford University in California and his colleagues have developed a device called PRIMA. It involves a small camera mounted on a pair of glasses that captures images, then projects them via infrared light to a 2 × 2 mm solar-powered, wireless chip implanted in the back of an eye. The chip then converts this image information into an electric signal that retinal neurons can pass to the brain. Infrared light is used because we cannot see in this wavelength. The process doesn't interfere with any existing vision. To test this, researchers recruited 32 people aged 60 or above who had geographic atrophy. Their vision in at least one eye was worse than 20/320, which means they could only see at 20 feet (6 meters) what a person with 20/20 vision could see at 320 feet. The researchers first implanted this chip in one eye of these participants, then four to five weeks later, these volunteers began to use these glasses in their daily lives. The glasses allowed them to magnify what they were seeing 12 times and to adjust the brightness and contrast. After a year, 27 of these participants could read again as well as perceive shapes and patterns. By giving participants this ability to perceive shapes and patterns, PRIMA represents the first prosthesis to restore functional sight in people with this condition.

An artificial device that replaces a missing or non functional body part or organ is called-

PRIMA

Prosthesis

Chip

Glasses

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q274:

11th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common condition that affects the middle part of someone's vision, often worsening over time. Its exact cause is unknown, but occurs when light-sensitive photoreceptor cells and neurons in the center of the retina are damaged, making it hard to recognize faces or read. Approved treatments can only slow its progression. People with advanced stage of geographic atrophy usually retain some photoreceptor cells that allow for peripheral vision and enough retinal neurons to pass visual information to the brain. Taking advantage of this, Daniel Palanker at Stanford University in California and his colleagues have developed a device called PRIMA. It involves a small camera mounted on a pair of glasses that captures images, then projects them via infrared light to a 2 × 2 mm solar-powered, wireless chip implanted in the back of an eye. The chip then converts this image information into an electric signal that retinal neurons can pass to the brain. Infrared light is used because we cannot see in this wavelength. The process doesn't interfere with any existing vision. To test this, researchers recruited 32 people aged 60 or above who had geographic atrophy. Their vision in at least one eye was worse than 20/320, which means they could only see at 20 feet (6 meters) what a person with 20/20 vision could see at 320 feet. The researchers first implanted this chip in one eye of these participants, then four to five weeks later, these volunteers began to use these glasses in their daily lives. The glasses allowed them to magnify what they were seeing 12 times and to adjust the brightness and contrast. After a year, 27 of these participants could read again as well as perceive shapes and patterns. By giving participants this ability to perceive shapes and patterns, PRIMA represents the first prosthesis to restore functional sight in people with this condition.

The most probable cause of AMD is...

Muscular degeneration

Damaged retina

Obesity

loss of visual sensitivity

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q275:

11th May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common condition that affects the middle part of someone's vision, often worsening over time. Its exact cause is unknown, but occurs when light-sensitive photoreceptor cells and neurons in the center of the retina are damaged, making it hard to recognize faces or read. Approved treatments can only slow its progression. People with advanced stage of geographic atrophy usually retain some photoreceptor cells that allow for peripheral vision and enough retinal neurons to pass visual information to the brain. Taking advantage of this, Daniel Palanker at Stanford University in California and his colleagues have developed a device called PRIMA. It involves a small camera mounted on a pair of glasses that captures images, then projects them via infrared light to a 2 × 2 mm solar-powered, wireless chip implanted in the back of an eye. The chip then converts this image information into an electric signal that retinal neurons can pass to the brain. Infrared light is used because we cannot see in this wavelength. The process doesn't interfere with any existing vision. To test this, researchers recruited 32 people aged 60 or above who had geographic atrophy. Their vision in at least one eye was worse than 20/320, which means they could only see at 20 feet (6 meters) what a person with 20/20 vision could see at 320 feet. The researchers first implanted this chip in one eye of these participants, then four to five weeks later, these volunteers began to use these glasses in their daily lives. The glasses allowed them to magnify what they were seeing 12 times and to adjust the brightness and contrast. After a year, 27 of these participants could read again as well as perceive shapes and patterns. By giving participants this ability to perceive shapes and patterns, PRIMA represents the first prosthesis to restore functional sight in people with this condition.

___ help in passing the visual information to the brain in human beings.

PRIMA

Photoreceptor cells & retinal neurons

Peripheral cells

Camera on the glasses

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q276:

11th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

There's a certain magic in the first chill of season... that moment when India's forests stir back to life. The sanctuary gates creak open, migratory birds return, and air carries that unmistakable scent of damp leaves and wild earth. In western Odisha, Dibrugarh Wildlife Sanctuary, near Sambalpur, is at the heart of this quiet awakening. Now on the cusp of being declared India's newest tiger reserve, it's drawing attention not just for its Wildlife, but for the people who have helped it thrive. Spread across forested slopes along the shimmering Hirakud reservoir, Dibrugarh is a revelation—serene, scenic, and full of small surprises. Mornings here are a melody of birdsongs echoing over still water. Spotted deer and langurs, dart through sal forests while eagles trace lazy circles in the sky. On Bot Island, thousands of bats hang like dark fruits from ancient trees. What was once an overlooked stretch of woodland is today one of eastern India's most inspiring stories of eco-tourism and community-led conservation. At the edge of this wilderness lies Sambalpur, a city that rests gracefully along Mahanadi River. Its past stretches from the Chauhan dynasty to colonial days, and its present hums with trade, textiles, and temple bells. The river runs through it all, shaping lives, livelihoods, and legends. A short drive away, Hirakud Dam stands as both an engineering marvel and landscape poetry, a structure that tames Mahanadi yet adds to its splendour. Built in 1950, it remains one of world's longest earthen dams. From Gandhi Minar viewpoint, the reservoir stretches like molten silver, dotted with fishing boats and green islets— same waters that cradle Dibrugarh's forests. Back in the narrow lanes of Sambalpur, looms click, and threads gleam. This is where the famed Sambalpuri ikat is born, each fabric a labor of precision and patience. During festivals, the city turns into a living gallery, women draped in ikat saris, men in handwoven kurtas—each garment carrying stories of skill, soil, and heritage.

Identify the figure of speech used in the line 'Thousands of bats hang like dark fruits'.

Alliteration

Metaphor

Personification

Simile

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q277:

11th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

There's a certain magic in the first chill of season... that moment when India's forests stir back to life. The sanctuary gates creak open, migratory birds return, and air carries that unmistakable scent of damp leaves and wild earth. In western Odisha, Dibrugarh Wildlife Sanctuary, near Sambalpur, is at the heart of this quiet awakening. Now on the cusp of being declared India's newest tiger reserve, it's drawing attention not just for its Wildlife, but for the people who have helped it thrive. Spread across forested slopes along the shimmering Hirakud reservoir, Dibrugarh is a revelation—serene, scenic, and full of small surprises. Mornings here are a melody of birdsongs echoing over still water. Spotted deer and langurs, dart through sal forests while eagles trace lazy circles in the sky. On Bot Island, thousands of bats hang like dark fruits from ancient trees. What was once an overlooked stretch of woodland is today one of eastern India's most inspiring stories of eco-tourism and community-led conservation. At the edge of this wilderness lies Sambalpur, a city that rests gracefully along Mahanadi River. Its past stretches from the Chauhan dynasty to colonial days, and its present hums with trade, textiles, and temple bells. The river runs through it all, shaping lives, livelihoods, and legends. A short drive away, Hirakud Dam stands as both an engineering marvel and landscape poetry, a structure that tames Mahanadi yet adds to its splendour. Built in 1950, it remains one of world's longest earthen dams. From Gandhi Minar viewpoint, the reservoir stretches like molten silver, dotted with fishing boats and green islets— same waters that cradle Dibrugarh's forests. Back in the narrow lanes of Sambalpur, looms click, and threads gleam. This is where the famed Sambalpuri ikat is born, each fabric a labor of precision and patience. During festivals, the city turns into a living gallery, women draped in ikat saris, men in handwoven kurtas—each garment carrying stories of skill, soil, and heritage.

Identify the meaning of the underlined word in the line, 'this is where the famed sambalpuri ikat is born.

Gallery

Handwoven fabric

mass produced fabric

Heritage

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q278:

11th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

There's a certain magic in the first chill of season... that moment when India's forests stir back to life. The sanctuary gates creak open, migratory birds return, and air carries that unmistakable scent of damp leaves and wild earth. In western Odisha, Dibrugarh Wildlife Sanctuary, near Sambalpur, is at the heart of this quiet awakening. Now on the cusp of being declared India's newest tiger reserve, it's drawing attention not just for its Wildlife, but for the people who have helped it thrive. Spread across forested slopes along the shimmering Hirakud reservoir, Dibrugarh is a revelation—serene, scenic, and full of small surprises. Mornings here are a melody of birdsongs echoing over still water. Spotted deer and langurs, dart through sal forests while eagles trace lazy circles in the sky. On Bot Island, thousands of bats hang like dark fruits from ancient trees. What was once an overlooked stretch of woodland is today one of eastern India's most inspiring stories of eco-tourism and community-led conservation. At the edge of this wilderness lies Sambalpur, a city that rests gracefully along Mahanadi River. Its past stretches from the Chauhan dynasty to colonial days, and its present hums with trade, textiles, and temple bells. The river runs through it all, shaping lives, livelihoods, and legends. A short drive away, Hirakud Dam stands as both an engineering marvel and landscape poetry, a structure that tames Mahanadi yet adds to its splendour. Built in 1950, it remains one of world's longest earthen dams. From Gandhi Minar viewpoint, the reservoir stretches like molten silver, dotted with fishing boats and green islets— same waters that cradle Dibrugarh's forests. Back in the narrow lanes of Sambalpur, looms click, and threads gleam. This is where the famed Sambalpuri ikat is born, each fabric a labor of precision and patience. During festivals, the city turns into a living gallery, women draped in ikat saris, men in handwoven kurtas—each garment carrying stories of skill, soil, and heritage.

Which of the following river runs through the city of Sambalpur?

Western river

Hirakund river

Woodland river

Mahanadi river

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q279:

11th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

There's a certain magic in the first chill of season... that moment when India's forests stir back to life. The sanctuary gates creak open, migratory birds return, and air carries that unmistakable scent of damp leaves and wild earth. In western Odisha, Dibrugarh Wildlife Sanctuary, near Sambalpur, is at the heart of this quiet awakening. Now on the cusp of being declared India's newest tiger reserve, it's drawing attention not just for its Wildlife, but for the people who have helped it thrive. Spread across forested slopes along the shimmering Hirakud reservoir, Dibrugarh is a revelation—serene, scenic, and full of small surprises. Mornings here are a melody of birdsongs echoing over still water. Spotted deer and langurs, dart through sal forests while eagles trace lazy circles in the sky. On Bot Island, thousands of bats hang like dark fruits from ancient trees. What was once an overlooked stretch of woodland is today one of eastern India's most inspiring stories of eco-tourism and community-led conservation. At the edge of this wilderness lies Sambalpur, a city that rests gracefully along Mahanadi River. Its past stretches from the Chauhan dynasty to colonial days, and its present hums with trade, textiles, and temple bells. The river runs through it all, shaping lives, livelihoods, and legends. A short drive away, Hirakud Dam stands as both an engineering marvel and landscape poetry, a structure that tames Mahanadi yet adds to its splendour. Built in 1950, it remains one of world's longest earthen dams. From Gandhi Minar viewpoint, the reservoir stretches like molten silver, dotted with fishing boats and green islets— same waters that cradle Dibrugarh's forests. Back in the narrow lanes of Sambalpur, looms click, and threads gleam. This is where the famed Sambalpuri ikat is born, each fabric a labor of precision and patience. During festivals, the city turns into a living gallery, women draped in ikat saris, men in handwoven kurtas—each garment carrying stories of skill, soil, and heritage.

The main profession of the people in sambalpur is-

Animal Training

Wild life awakening

Textile and weaving

Engineering the dam

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q280:

11th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

There's a certain magic in the first chill of season... that moment when India's forests stir back to life. The sanctuary gates creak open, migratory birds return, and air carries that unmistakable scent of damp leaves and wild earth. In western Odisha, Dibrugarh Wildlife Sanctuary, near Sambalpur, is at the heart of this quiet awakening. Now on the cusp of being declared India's newest tiger reserve, it's drawing attention not just for its Wildlife, but for the people who have helped it thrive. Spread across forested slopes along the shimmering Hirakud reservoir, Dibrugarh is a revelation—serene, scenic, and full of small surprises. Mornings here are a melody of birdsongs echoing over still water. Spotted deer and langurs, dart through sal forests while eagles trace lazy circles in the sky. On Bot Island, thousands of bats hang like dark fruits from ancient trees. What was once an overlooked stretch of woodland is today one of eastern India's most inspiring stories of eco-tourism and community-led conservation. At the edge of this wilderness lies Sambalpur, a city that rests gracefully along Mahanadi River. Its past stretches from the Chauhan dynasty to colonial days, and its present hums with trade, textiles, and temple bells. The river runs through it all, shaping lives, livelihoods, and legends. A short drive away, Hirakud Dam stands as both an engineering marvel and landscape poetry, a structure that tames Mahanadi yet adds to its splendour. Built in 1950, it remains one of world's longest earthen dams. From Gandhi Minar viewpoint, the reservoir stretches like molten silver, dotted with fishing boats and green islets— same waters that cradle Dibrugarh's forests. Back in the narrow lanes of Sambalpur, looms click, and threads gleam. This is where the famed Sambalpuri ikat is born, each fabric a labor of precision and patience. During festivals, the city turns into a living gallery, women draped in ikat saris, men in handwoven kurtas—each garment carrying stories of skill, soil, and heritage.

Dibrugarh Wildlife Sanctuary is attracting tourists because of its-

Wildlife

Mahanadi River

Community-led Conservation

Engineering Marvel

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q281:

11th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

One day several months ago, my elder brother, who was ninety-five years old then, called me on phone from Rameswaram. He started the conversation by narrating an incident about my friend's visit to him. During the discussion, my friend asked my brother, "How old is your house?" He said, "The house was built by our father, more than a century ago. My younger brother, and my earning grandchildren have now come out with a proposal to build a new house in the same place after demolishing this one." My friend said he would not want to see such a historical place demolished. He was willing to make an arrangement through a trust to transform the house into a museum and library, while alternative accommodation was worked out for my brother and his family. My brother, was calling me, to say he was against the friend's proposal. "I would like to live in the house where I have grown and lived for ninety-five years. I would like to build a new house in the same place through the earnings of my kith and kin. I would not like to have any other arrangements. You thank your friend in a nice way". It struck me,—here is a man who would like to lead his life on his own terms and does not want any help, well-meant though it might be. It was a great learning for me, and I saw in my brother, a reflection of my father, who lived to 103 years and inculcated such a tradition in us.

Choose the best option to complete the sentence: From the offer made by the narrator's friend, it's evident that the friend is-

greedy

an opportunist

a Romanist

an Antiquarian

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q282:

11th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

One day several months ago, my elder brother, who was ninety-five years old then, called me on phone from Rameswaram. He started the conversation by narrating an incident about my friend's visit to him. During the discussion, my friend asked my brother, "How old is your house?" He said, "The house was built by our father, more than a century ago. My younger brother, and my earning grandchildren have now come out with a proposal to build a new house in the same place after demolishing this one." My friend said he would not want to see such a historical place demolished. He was willing to make an arrangement through a trust to transform the house into a museum and library, while alternative accommodation was worked out for my brother and his family. My brother, was calling me, to say he was against the friend's proposal. "I would like to live in the house where I have grown and lived for ninety-five years. I would like to build a new house in the same place through the earnings of my kith and kin. I would not like to have any other arrangements. You thank your friend in a nice way". It struck me,—here is a man who would like to lead his life on his own terms and does not want any help, well-meant though it might be. It was a great learning for me, and I saw in my brother, a reflection of my father, who lived to 103 years and inculcated such a tradition in us.

Choose the correct option to complete the sentence- The narrator's friend did not want the house to be demolished because it was ___________.

a magnificent building

a historical building

an architectural marvel

a newly constructed building

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q283:

11th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

One day several months ago, my elder brother, who was ninety-five years old then, called me on phone from Rameswaram. He started the conversation by narrating an incident about my friend's visit to him. During the discussion, my friend asked my brother, "How old is your house?" He said, "The house was built by our father, more than a century ago. My younger brother, and my earning grandchildren have now come out with a proposal to build a new house in the same place after demolishing this one." My friend said he would not want to see such a historical place demolished. He was willing to make an arrangement through a trust to transform the house into a museum and library, while alternative accommodation was worked out for my brother and his family. My brother, was calling me, to say he was against the friend's proposal. "I would like to live in the house where I have grown and lived for ninety-five years. I would like to build a new house in the same place through the earnings of my kith and kin. I would not like to have any other arrangements. You thank your friend in a nice way". It struck me,—here is a man who would like to lead his life on his own terms and does not want any help, well-meant though it might be. It was a great learning for me, and I saw in my brother, a reflection of my father, who lived to 103 years and inculcated such a tradition in us.

Choose the best option- Identify the meaning of the phrase 'kith and kin'

Friends

Relatives

Parents

Students

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q284:

11th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

One day several months ago, my elder brother, who was ninety-five years old then, called me on phone from Rameswaram. He started the conversation by narrating an incident about my friend's visit to him. During the discussion, my friend asked my brother, "How old is your house?" He said, "The house was built by our father, more than a century ago. My younger brother, and my earning grandchildren have now come out with a proposal to build a new house in the same place after demolishing this one." My friend said he would not want to see such a historical place demolished. He was willing to make an arrangement through a trust to transform the house into a museum and library, while alternative accommodation was worked out for my brother and his family. My brother, was calling me, to say he was against the friend's proposal. "I would like to live in the house where I have grown and lived for ninety-five years. I would like to build a new house in the same place through the earnings of my kith and kin. I would not like to have any other arrangements. You thank your friend in a nice way". It struck me,—here is a man who would like to lead his life on his own terms and does not want any help, well-meant though it might be. It was a great learning for me, and I saw in my brother, a reflection of my father, who lived to 103 years and inculcated such a tradition in us.

Choose the best option to explain the given phrase. It struck me

To hit as a kick

To attack suddenly

To come to mind suddenly

To take down or dismantle

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q285:

11th May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

One day several months ago, my elder brother, who was ninety-five years old then, called me on phone from Rameswaram. He started the conversation by narrating an incident about my friend's visit to him. During the discussion, my friend asked my brother, "How old is your house?" He said, "The house was built by our father, more than a century ago. My younger brother, and my earning grandchildren have now come out with a proposal to build a new house in the same place after demolishing this one." My friend said he would not want to see such a historical place demolished. He was willing to make an arrangement through a trust to transform the house into a museum and library, while alternative accommodation was worked out for my brother and his family. My brother, was calling me, to say he was against the friend's proposal. "I would like to live in the house where I have grown and lived for ninety-five years. I would like to build a new house in the same place through the earnings of my kith and kin. I would not like to have any other arrangements. You thank your friend in a nice way". It struck me,—here is a man who would like to lead his life on his own terms and does not want any help, well-meant though it might be. It was a great learning for me, and I saw in my brother, a reflection of my father, who lived to 103 years and inculcated such a tradition in us.

Which among the following was not a topic of conversation between the narrator and his elder brother?

Buying a new house for the narrator

Transforming the house into a museum

Transforming the house into a library

Making arrangements through a trust

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q286:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

In January 2015, Stephen Hawking along with Elon Musk and many Al experts, signed an open letter on artificial intelligence, calling for serious research into its impact on society. In the past, Elon Musk has warned that superhuman artificial intelligence is capable of providing incalculable benefits, but if deployed incautiously, will have an adverse effect on the human race. He and I sit on the scientific advisory board for Future of Life Institute, an organisation working to mitigate existential risk facing humanity. This called for concrete research on how we could prevent potential problems while also reaping the potential benefits Al offers us, and is designed to get Al researchers and developers to pay more attention to Al safety. Recent developments in the advancement of Al include a call by the European Parliament for drafting a set of regulations to govern the creation of robots and Al. A report presented to the Parliament declares that the world is on the cusp of a new industrial robot revolution. It stresses that at all times researchers and designers should ensure all robotic design incorporates a kill switch. There is a possibility that within a few decades Al could surpass human intellectual capacity and challenge the human-robot relationship. By 2025, there will be about 30 mega cities with more than 10 million inhabitants. Robots will definitely speed up the retail process, but to revolutionise shopping, they need to be fast enough to allow same-day delivery on every order. Recent Al landmarks such as self-driving cars, or a computer game winning at the game of Go, etc. are signs of what is to come. Enormous levels of investment are pouring into this technology which will eventually permeate every aspect of society including health care, work, education and science. Our future is a race between the growing power of a technology and the wisdom with which we use it!

What does the word "mitigate" as used in the passage mean:

Alleviate

Strengthen

Aggravate

Intensify

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q287:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

In January 2015, Stephen Hawking along with Elon Musk and many AI experts, signed an open letter on artificial intelligence, calling for serious research into its impact on society. In the past, Elon Musk has warned that superhuman artificial intelligence is capable of providing incalculable benefits, but if deployed incautiously, will have an adverse effect on the human race. He and I sit on the scientific advisory board for Future of Life Institute, an organisation working to mitigate existential risk facing humanity. This called for concrete research on how we could prevent potential problems while also reaping the potential benefits AI offers us, and is designed to get AI researchers and developers to pay more attention to AI safety. Recent developments in the advancement of AI include a call by the European Parliament for drafting a set of regulations to govern the creation of robots and AI. A report presented to the Parliament declares that the world is on the cusp of a new industrial robot revolution. It stresses that at all times researchers and designers should ensure all robotic design incorporates a kill switch. There is a possibility that within a few decades AI could surpass human intellectual capacity and challenge the human-robot relationship. By 2025, there will be about 30 mega cities with more than 10 million inhabitants. Robots will definitely speed up the retail process, but to revolutionise shopping, they need to be fast enough to allow same-day delivery on every order. Recent AI landmarks such as self-driving cars, or a computer game winning at the game of Go, etc. are signs of what is to come. Enormous levels of investment are pouring into this technology which will eventually permeate every aspect of society including health care, work, education and science. Our future is a race between the growing power of a technology and the wisdom with which we use it!

AI safety is the need of the hour because:

AI is capable of providing incalculable benefits

If AI is deployed incautiously, it will have an adverse effect on the very human existance.

The world is on the cusp of an AI Robotic Sports Revolution

Enormous levels of investment are pouring into AI which should focus on food security

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q288:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

In January 2015, Stephen Hawking along with Elon Musk and many AI experts, signed an open letter on artificial intelligence, calling for serious research into its impact on society. In the past, Elon Musk has warned that superhuman artificial intelligence is capable of providing incalculable benefits, but if deployed incautiously, will have an adverse effect on the human race. He and I sit on the scientific advisory board for Future of Life Institute, an organisation working to mitigate existential risk facing humanity. This called for concrete research on how we could prevent potential problems while also reaping the potential benefits AI offers us, and is designed to get AI researchers and developers to pay more attention to AI safety. Recent developments in the advancement of AI include a call by the European Parliament for drafting a set of regulations to govern the creation of robots and AI. A report presented to the Parliament declares that the world is on the cusp of a new industrial robot revolution. It stresses that at all times researchers and designers should ensure all robotic design incorporates a kill switch. There is a possibility that within a few decades AI could surpass human intellectual capacity and challenge the human-robot relationship. By 2025, there will be about 30 mega cities with more than 10 million inhabitants. Robots will definitely speed up the retail process, but to revolutionise shopping, they need to be fast enough to allow same-day delivery on every order. Recent AI landmarks such as self-driving cars, or a computer game winning at the game of Go, etc. are signs of what is to come. Enormous levels of investment are pouring into this technology which will eventually permeate every aspect of society including health care, work, education and science. Our future is a race between the growing power of a technology and the wisdom with which we it!

The regulations stress that at all times researchers and designers should ensure that all robotic design incorporates a kill switch because:

There will be about 30 mega-cities with more than 10 million inhabitants

Robots will speed up the retail process

Our future is a race between the growing power of technology and alternate therapy!

AI could soon surpass human intellectual capacity and challenge the human-robot relationship

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q289:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

In January 2015, Stephen Hawking along with Elon Musk and many Al experts, signed an open letter on artificial intelligence, calling for serious research into its impact on society. In the past, Elon Musk has warned that superhuman artificial intelligence is capable of providing incalculable benefits, but if deployed incautiously, will have an adverse effect on the human race. He and I sit on the scientific advisory board for Future of Life Institute, an organisation working to mitigate existential risk facing humanity. This called for concrete research on how we could prevent potential problems while also reaping the potential benefits Al offers us, and is designed to get Al researchers and developers to pay more attention to Al safety. Recent developments in the advancement of Al include a call by the European Parliament for drafting a set of regulations to govern the creation of robots and Al. A report presented to the Parliament declares that the world is on the cusp of a new industrial robot revolution. It stresses that at all times researchers and designers should ensure all robotic design incorporates a kill switch. There is a possibility that within a few decades Al could surpass human intellectual capacity and challenge the human-robot relationship. By 2025, there will be about 30 mega cities with more than 10 million inhabitants. Robots will definitely speed up the retail process, but to revolutionise shopping, they need to be fast enough to allow same-day delivery on every order. Recent Al landmarks such as self-driving cars, or a computer game winning at the game of Go, etc. are signs of what is to come. Enormous levels of investment are pouring into this technology which will eventually permeate every aspect of society including health care, work, education and science. Our future is a race between the growing power of a technology and the wisdom with which we use it!

The passage is primarily concerned with:

Protection of research and studies on Al

Lethal autonomous robots

Imminent threat to our atmosphere and space ambition due to generative Al

Artificial Intelligence and its dominance over human endeavour -is it a threat?

Correct Answer

Option 1,4

Correct Answer

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Q290:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Subramania Bharati was born at Ettayapuram, a small princely state in the Tirunelveli district in Madras state. He was an intellectually precocious child, and at the age of eleven years was given the title 'Bharati' (goddess of learning) when he gave an impressive exhibition of his poetic gifts at a court function. Bharati spent four years in Banaras from 1898 to 1902, where he learned Sanskrit, Hindi and English, and attended lectures by Annie Besant, a political activist and the founder of the Theosophical Society of India. After returning to Ettayapuram in 1902, he worked as a sub-editor of the Tamil daily Swadesamitran and as the editor of India for many years, and was actively involved in politics. His meeting with Sister Nivedita, an English woman and a disciple of Swami Vivekananda, in Calcutta in 1906, proved to be a landmark event. He pledged himself to the political liberation of India, the eradication of casteism and the emancipation of women. The second milestone in Bharati's life was his meeting with Sri Aurobindo in Pondicherry in 1910. From him Bharati imbibed the teaching of the Vedas and the ideas of Vedantic Humanism. Bharati was in political exile in Pondicherry for ten years because of his provocative writing against British rule and returned to British India in 1918. He spent the rest of his life in Madras until a tragic accident in 1921, when he was cast to the ground by the Triplicane temple elephant, which claimed his life.

Who was the founder of the Theosophical Society of India ?

Subramania Bharati

Sri Aurobindo

Annie Besant

Sister Nivedita

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q291:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Subramania Bharati was born at Ettayapuram, a small princely state in the Tirunelveli district in Madras state. He was an intellectually precocious child, and at the age of eleven years was given the title 'Bharati' (goddess of learning) when he gave an impressive exhibition of his poetic gifts at a court function. Bharati spent four years in Banaras from 1898 to 1902, where he learned Sanskrit, Hindi and English, and attended lectures by Annie Besant, a political activist and the founder of the Theosophical Society of India. After returning to Ettayapuram in 1902, he worked as a sub-editor of the Tamil daily Swadesamitran and as the editor of India for many years, and was actively involved in politics. His meeting with Sister Nivedita, an English woman and a disciple of Swami Vivekananda, in Calcutta in 1906, proved to be a landmark event. He pledged himself to the political liberation of India, the eradication of casteism and the emancipation of women. The second milestone in Bharati's life was his meeting with Sri Aurobindo in Pondicherry in 1910. From him Bharati imbibed the teaching of the Vedas and the ideas of Vedantic Humanism. Bharati was in political exile in Pondicherry for ten years because of his provocative writing against British rule and returned to British India in 1918. He spent the rest of his life in Madras until a tragic accident in 1921, when he was cast to the ground by the Triplicane temple elephant, which claimed his life.

______ inspired Bharati to commit himself to the political and social liberation of India.

Annie Besant

Sister Nivedita

Swami Vivekananda

Sri Aurobindo

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q292:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Subramania Bharati was born at Ettayapuram, a small princely state in the Tirunelveli district in Madras state. He was an intellectually precocious child, and at the age of eleven years was given the title 'Bharati' (goddess of learning) when he gave an impressive exhibition of his poetic gifts at a court function. Bharati spent four years in Banaras from 1898 to 1902, where he learned Sanskrit, Hindi and English, and attended lectures by Annie Besant, a political activist and the founder of the Theosophical Society of India. After returning to Ettayapuram in 1902, he worked as a sub-editor of the Tamil daily Swadesamitran and as the editor of India for many years, and was actively involved in politics. His meeting with Sister Nivedita, an English woman and a disciple of Swami Vivekananda, in Calcutta in 1906, proved to be a landmark event. He pledged himself to the political liberation of India, the eradication of casteism and the emancipation of women. The second milestone in Bharati's life was his meeting with Sri Aurobindo in Pondicherry in 1910. From him Bharati imbibed the teaching of the Vedas and the ideas of Vedantic Humanism. Bharati was in political exile in Pondicherry for ten years because of his provocative writing against British rule and returned to British India in 1918. He spent the rest of his life in Madras until a tragic accident in 1921, when he was cast to the ground by the Triplicane temple elephant, which claimed his life.

Which among the following statements is correct according to the passage? (A) Subramania Bharati always distanced himself from politics (B) Subramania Bharati was born in independent India< (C) Subramania Bharati had knowledge of multiple languages. (D) Subramania Bharati celebrated and supported British rule in India. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A)

(C)

(B)

(D)

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q293:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Subramania Bharati was born at Ettayapuram, a small princely state in the Tirunelveli district in Madras state. He was an intellectually precocious child, and at the age of eleven years was given the title 'Bharati' (goddess of learning) when he gave an impressive exhibition of his poetic gifts at a court function. Bharati spent four years in Banaras from 1898 to 1902, where he learned Sanskrit, Hindi and English, and attended lectures by Annie Besant, a political activist and the founder of the Theosophical Society of India. After returning to Ettayapuram in 1902, he worked as a sub-editor of the Tamil daily Swadesamitran and as the editor of India for many years, and was actively involved in politics. His meeting with Sister Nivedita, an English woman and a disciple of Swami Vivekananda, in Calcutta in 1906, proved to be a landmark event. He pledged himself to the political liberation of India, the eradication of casteism and the emancipation of women. The second milestone in Bharati's life was his meeting with Sri Aurobindo in Pondicherry in 1910. From him Bharati imbibed the teaching of the Vedas and the ideas of Vedantic Humanism. Bharati was in political exile in Pondicherry for ten years because of his provocative writing against British rule and returned to British India in 1918. He spent the rest of his life in Madras until a tragic accident in 1921, when he was cast to the ground by the Triplicane temple elephant, which claimed his life.

Subramania Bharati lived in pondicherry for ten years because

he wanted to master the teaching of vedas

sir Aurobindo compelled him to live in the Ashram

of his writings against Theosphical society of India

he was expelled by the British for his inciteful writings

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q294:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Words have their limitations and those who write, or those who read, also have their limitations or their own frameworks to understand words. Many words start their journey with some meaning, but over the centuries they gather different nuances or acquire a totally different meaning. When the writer uses a specific word with some specific meaning in mind, it is not necessary that the reader will have exactly the same meaning in mind while reading. Thus, the communication, and the intent of the writer gets hampered. The problem increases manifold when we talk about essentially Indian concepts in English. Several Sanskrit words like Dharma, Yajna, Srishti, Jeevan Darshan, Ishvara, and Aatman are untranslatable in English, as of course, there are words in English like 'religion', 'secularism', 'exclusivism', 'theology', 'ideology', etc. which are untranslatable in Indian languages. These are not just words. They denote the characteristic thought process of that culture, which the people belonging to that culture can understand in that one word, but others outside that culture would need long explanation and yet may not grasp its meaning. Generally, people try to understand the word in the context of their cultural experience. Thus, 'religion' is understood as Dharma by many Indians, whereas it is not Dharma. Dharma is understood as 'religion' by West-oriented thinkers, Indians and non-Indians. Similarly, Secularism is understood as equal treatment of all religions in India, whereas that is not its meaning in Europe. The usage of terms and their inherent meanings is a big topic in itself.

Which of the following statements is not true according to the passage? (A) All Sanskrit words are translatable into English. (B) Meanings of many words change with time. (C) Several Sanskrit words like Yajna, Srishti and Aatman are not translatable into English. (D) People tend to understand words in the context of their cultural experience. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A)

(D)

(B)

(C)

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q295:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Words have their limitations and those who write, or those who read, also have their limitations or their own frameworks to understand words. Many words start their journey with some meaning, but over the centuries they gather different nuances or acquire a totally different meaning. When the writer uses a specific word with some specific meaning in mind, it is not necessary that the reader will have exactly the same meaning in mind while reading. Thus, the communication, and the intent of the writer gets hampered. The problem increases manifold when we talk about essentially Indian concepts in English. Several Sanskrit words like Dharma, Yajna, Srishti, Jeevan Darshan, Ishvara, and Aatman are untranslatable in English, as of course, there are words in English like 'religion', 'secularism', 'exclusivism', 'theology', 'ideology', etc. which are untranslatable in Indian languages. These are not just words. They denote the characteristic thought process of that culture, which the people belonging to that culture can understand in that one word, but others outside that culture would need long explanation and yet may not grasp its meaning. Generally, people try to understand the word in the context of their cultural experience. Thus, 'religion' is understood as Dharma by many Indians, whereas it is not Dharma. Dharma is understood as 'religion' by West-oriented thinkers, Indians and non-Indians. Similarly, Secularism is understood as equal treatment of all religions in India, whereas that is not its meaning in Europe. The usage of terms and their inherent meanings is a big topic in itself.

Which of the following statements is true according to the given passage? (A) A word is absolutely free from its usage and cultural influences. (B) The reader interprets what the writer means by admiring the qualifications of the writer. (C) The act of reading is free from personal biases and opinions. (D) A word gathers different meanings over time, context and place. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A)

(C)

(B)

(D)

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q296:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Words have their limitations and those who write, or those who read, also have their limitations or their own frameworks to understand words. Many words start their journey with some meaning, but over the centuries they gather different nuances or acquire a totally different meaning. When the writer uses a specific word with some specific meaning in mind, it is not necessary that the reader will have exactly the same meaning in mind while reading. Thus, the communication, and the intent of the writer gets hampered. The problem increases manifold when we talk about essentially Indian concepts in English. Several Sanskrit words like Dharma, Yajna, Srishti, Jeevan Darshan, Ishvara, and Aatman are untranslatable in English, as of course, there are words in English like 'religion', 'secularism', 'exclusivism', 'theology', 'ideology', etc. which are untranslatable in Indian languages. These are not just words. They denote the characteristic thought process of that culture, which the people belonging to that culture can understand in that one word, but others outside that culture would need long explanation and yet may not grasp its meaning. Generally, people try to understand the word in the context of their cultural experience. Thus, 'religion' is understood as Dharma by many Indians, whereas it is not Dharma. Dharma is understood as 'religion' by West-oriented thinkers, Indians and non-Indians. Similarly, Secularism is understood as equal treatment of all religions in India, whereas that is not its meaning in Europe. The usage of terms and their inherent meanings is a big topic in itself.

According to the given passage, Secularism is :

a term which originated in India

something that conveys the same thought and context across the globe

the term which has different meanings in the European and the Indian contexts

All Europeans are 'secular'

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q297:

3 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Words have their limitations and those who write, or those who read, also have their limitations or their own frameworks to understand words. Many words start their journey with some meaning, but over the centuries they gather different nuances or acquire a totally different meaning. When the writer uses a specific word with some specific meaning in mind, it is not necessary that the reader will have exactly the same meaning in mind while reading. Thus, the communication, and the intent of the writer gets hampered. The problem increases manifold when we talk about essentially Indian concepts in English. Several Sanskrit words like Dharma, Yajna, Srishti, Jeevan Darshan, Ishvara, and Aatman are untranslatable in English, as of course, there are words in English like 'religion', 'secularism', 'exclusivism', 'theology', 'ideology', etc. which are untranslatable in Indian languages. These are not just words. They denote the characteristic thought process of that culture, which the people belonging to that culture can understand in that one word, but others outside that culture would need long explanation and yet may not grasp its meaning. Generally, people try to understand the word in the context of their cultural experience. Thus, 'religion' is understood as Dharma by many Indians, whereas it is not Dharma. Dharma is understood as 'religion' by West-oriented thinkers, Indians and non-Indians. Similarly, Secularism is understood as equal treatment of all religions in India, whereas that is not its meaning in Europe. The usage of terms and their inherent meanings is a big topic in itself.

According to the passage, which of the following is true of Dharma?

Exactly the same as 'religion'

It is non-translatable in English

Appropriately translatable in English

Has its roots in 'religion'

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q298:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

While melatonin supplements may seem like a quick fix for sleep problems, health experts caution against relying on them as a magic long-term solution. The supplements, available in various forms like gummies, pills and liquid, have become increasingly popular among individuals struggling with sleep issues. However, experts advise that they should only be used under medical supervision and for specific purposes. According to Dr. Neetu Jain, a sleep specialist, melatonin supplements are not effective for individuals with underlying anxiety or depression. "People with these conditions require psychiatric consultation and therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), to address their sleep problems." CBT is a talking therapy that helps individuals cope with challenges in life by addressing their thought processes. It is a first-line treatment for sleep-related problems before resorting to pharmacological treatments. Melatonin supplements are most beneficial for individuals with irregular work shifts, those crossing time zones, or individuals recovering from periods of poor sleep patterns. However, experts warn that prolonged use of these supplements can lead to side effects like grogginess and nausea. Moreover, melatonin supplements are not sedatives or sleep-inducing drugs but rather "physiological supplements" that support the brain in restoring the quality, structure, and pattern of sleep. Experts emphasise the importance of good "sleep hygiene", including avoiding stimulating activities or drinks in the evening, reducing screen time, and engaging in relaxing activities before bed. Individuals struggling with sleep issues should consult a sleep specialist to determine the underlying cause of their problem and develop a personalised treatment plan.

Why do health experts caution against relying on melatonin supplements as a long-term solution?

They are highly addictive and can cause withdrawal symptoms

They are only effective for individuals with severe sleep disorders

They do not address underlying sleep issues and may have side effects

They are not approved by medical authorities for sleep treatment

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q299:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Hard

While melatonin supplements may seem like a quick fix for sleep problems, health experts caution against relying on them as a magic long-term solution. The supplements, available in various forms like gummies, pills and liquid, have become increasingly popular among individuals struggling with sleep issues. However, experts advise that they should only be used under medical supervision and for specific purposes. According to Dr. Neetu Jain, a sleep specialist, melatonin supplements are not effective for individuals with underlying anxiety or depression. "People with these conditions require psychiatric consultation and therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), to address their sleep problems." CBT is a talking therapy that helps individuals cope with challenges in life by addressing their thought processes. It is a first-line treatment for sleep-related problems before resorting to pharmacological treatments. Melatonin supplements are most beneficial for individuals with irregular work shifts, those crossing time zones, or individuals recovering from periods of poor sleep patterns. However, experts warn that prolonged use of these supplements can lead to side effects like grogginess and nausea. Moreover, melatonin supplements are not sedatives or sleep-inducing drugs but rather "physiological supplements" that support the brain in restoring the quality, structure, and pattern of sleep. Experts emphasise the importance of good "sleep hygiene", including avoiding stimulating activities or drinks in the evening, reducing screen time, and engaging in relaxing activities before bed. Individuals struggling with sleep issues should consult a sleep specialist to determine the underlying cause of their problem and develop a personalised treatment plan.

According to Dr. Neetu Jain, why are melatonin supplements ineffective for individuals with anxiety or depression?

People with these conditions need psychiatric treatment rather than sleep aids

Melatonin supplements increase anxiety and depressive symptoms

Individuals with anxiety & depression require stronger medication

The melatonin supplements interfere with antidepressants

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q300:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

While melatonin supplements may seem like a quick fix for sleep problems, health experts caution against relying on them as a magic long-term solution. The supplements, available in various forms like gummies, pills and liquid, have become increasingly popular among individuals struggling with sleep issues. However, experts advise that they should only be used under medical supervision and for specific purposes. According to Dr. Neetu Jain, a sleep specialist, melatonin supplements are not effective for individuals with underlying anxiety or depression. "People with these conditions require psychiatric consultation and therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), to address their sleep problems." CBT is a talking therapy that helps individuals cope with challenges in life by addressing their thought processes. It is a first-line treatment for sleep-related problems before resorting to pharmacological treatments. Melatonin supplements are most beneficial for individuals with irregular work shifts, those crossing time zones, or individuals recovering from periods of poor sleep patterns. However, experts warn that prolonged use of these supplements can lead to side effects like grogginess and nausea. Moreover, melatonin supplements are not sedatives or sleep-inducing drugs but rather "physiological supplements" that support the brain in restoring the quality, structure, and pattern of sleep. Experts emphasise the importance of good "sleep hygiene", including avoiding stimulating activities or drinks in the evening, reducing screen time, and engaging in relaxing activities before bed. Individuals struggling with sleep issues should consult a sleep specialist to determine the underlying cause of their problem and develop a personalised treatment plan.

What is the significance of the term 'physiological supplements' in describing melatonin?

It suggests melatonin directly induces sleep without any other support

It highlights the idea that melatonin supports natural biological processes to improve sleep

It means melatonin is a type of drug with strong sedative effects

It implies that melatonin is only useful for people with physiological sleep disorders

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q301:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

While melatonin supplements may seem like a quick fix for sleep problems, health experts caution against relying on them as a magic long-term solution. The supplements, available in various forms like gummies, pills and liquid, have become increasingly popular among individuals struggling with sleep issues. However, experts advise that they should only be used under medical supervision and for specific purposes. According to Dr. Neetu Jain, a sleep specialist, melatonin supplements are not effective for individuals with underlying anxiety or depression. "People with these conditions require psychiatric consultation and therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), to address their sleep problems." CBT is a talking therapy that helps individuals cope with challenges in life by addressing their thought processes. It is a first-line treatment for sleep-related problems before resorting to pharmacological treatments. Melatonin supplements are most beneficial for individuals with irregular work shifts, those crossing time zones, or individuals recovering from periods of poor sleep patterns. However, experts warn that prolonged use of these supplements can lead to side effects like grogginess and nausea. Moreover, melatonin supplements are not sedatives or sleep-inducing drugs but rather "physiological supplements" that support the brain in restoring the quality, structure, and pattern of sleep. Experts emphasise the importance of good "sleep hygiene", including avoiding stimulating activities or drinks in the evening, reducing screen time, and engaging in relaxing activities before bed. Individuals struggling with sleep issues should consult a sleep specialist to determine the underlying cause of their problem and develop a personalised treatment plan.

What is the primary purpose of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in sleep treatment?

To replace medication with herbal alternatives

To alter negative thought patterns affecting sleep

To prescribe melatonin in a controlled manner

To provide physical exercises that improve sleep quality

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q302:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

People came to him when the patient was on his last legs. Dr. Raman often burst out, "Why couldn't you have come a day earlier?" The reason was obvious - the visiting fee was twenty-five rupees, and more than that, people liked to shirk the fact that the time had come to call Dr. Raman: for them there was something ominous in the very association. As a result, when the big man came on the scene, it was always a quick decision one way or another. There was no scope or time for any kind of wavering or wholesaling. Long years of practice had bred in the doctor a certain curt truthfulness; for that very reason, his opinion was valued; he was not a mere doctor expressing an opinion but a judge pronouncing a verdict. The patient's life hung on his words. This never unduly worried him. He never believed that agreeable words ever saved lives. He did not think it was any of his business to provide unnecessary hope when, as a matter of course, nature would tell them the truth in a few hours. However, when he glimpsed the faintest sign of hope, he rolled up his sleeve and stepped into the arena: it might be hours or days, but he never withdrew till he wrested the prize from the Yama's hands. Today, the doctor felt that he himself needed someone to tell him soothing lies. He mopped his brow and sat down beside the bed where lay his dearest friend in the world.

What is the primary theme reflected in this passage?

The importance of financial planning for medical treatment

The inevitability of fate and death

The balance between truth and compassion in a doctor's profession

The limitations of medical science in modern times

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q303:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

People came to him when the patient was on his last legs. Dr. Raman often burst out, "Why couldn't you have come a day earlier?" The reason was obvious - the visiting fee was twenty-five rupees, and more than that, people liked to shirk the fact that the time had come to call Dr. Raman: for them there was something ominous in the very association. As a result, when the big man came on the scene, it was always a quick decision one way or another. There was no scope or time for any kind of wavering or wholesaling. Long years of practice had bred in the doctor a certain curt truthfulness; for that very reason, his opinion was valued; he was not a mere doctor expressing an opinion but a judge pronouncing a verdict. The patient's life hung on his words. This never unduly worried him. He never believed that agreeable words ever saved lives. He did not think it was any of his business to provide unnecessary hope when, as a matter of course, nature would tell them the truth in a few hours. However, when he glimpsed the faintest sign of hope, he rolled up his sleeve and stepped into the arena: it might be hours or days, but he never withdrew till he wrested the prize from the Yama's hands. Today, the doctor felt that he himself needed someone to tell him soothing lies. He mopped his brow and sat down beside the bed where lay his dearest friend in the world.

Why did Dr. Raman feel that he needed someone to tell him 'soothing lies' at the end of the passage?

He was exhausted and needed rest

He was worried about his own health and needed solace

He was emotionally distressed over his friend's condition

He had lost faith in his medical abilities

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q304:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

People came to him when the patient was on his last legs. Dr. Raman often burst out, "Why couldn't you have come a day earlier?" The reason was obvious - the visiting fee was twenty-five rupees, and more than that, people liked to shirk the fact that the time had come to call Dr. Raman: for them there was something ominous in the very association. As a result, when the big man came on the scene, it was always a quick decision one way or another. There was no scope or time for any kind of wavering or wholesaling. Long years of practice had bred in the doctor a certain curt truthfulness; for that very reason, his opinion was valued; he was not a mere doctor expressing an opinion but a judge pronouncing a verdict. The patient's life hung on his words. This never unduly worried him. He never believed that agreeable words ever saved lives. He did not think it was any of his business to provide unnecessary hope when, as a matter of course, nature would tell them the truth in a few hours. However, when he glimpsed the faintest sign of hope, he rolled up his sleeve and stepped into the arena: it might be hours or days, but he never withdrew till he wrested the prize from the Yama's hands. Today, the doctor felt that he himself needed someone to tell him soothing lies. He mopped his brow and sat down beside the bed where lay his dearest friend in the world.

What does the reference to 'wresting the prize from Yama's hands' symbolize?

His struggle to save his patients from the clutches of death

His greed for fame and success

His rivalry with other doctors

His belief in mythology over medicine

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q305:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

People came to him when the patient was on his last legs. Dr. Raman often burst out, "Why couldn't you have come a day earlier?" The reason was obvious - the visiting fee was twenty-five rupees, and more than that, people liked to shirk the fact that the time had come to call Dr. Raman: for them there was something ominous in the very association. As a result, when the big man came on the scene, it was always a quick decision one way or another. There was no scope or time for any kind of wavering or wholesaling. Long years of practice had bred in the doctor a certain curt truthfulness; for that very reason, his opinion was valued; he was not a mere doctor expressing an opinion but a judge pronouncing a verdict. The patient's life hung on his words. This never unduly worried him. He never believed that agreeable words ever saved lives. He did not think it was any of his business to provide unnecessary hope when, as a matter of course, nature would tell them the truth in a few hours. However, when he glimpsed the faintest sign of hope, he rolled up his sleeve and stepped into the arena: it might be hours or days, but he never withdrew till he wrested the prize from the Yama's hands. Today, the doctor felt that he himself needed someone to tell him soothing lies. He mopped his brow and sat down beside the bed where lay his dearest friend in the world.

What quality of Dr. Raman made his opinions highly valued?

His ability to provide emotional support

His tendency to use complex medical jargon

His blunt and truthful nature

His reputation for never making mistakes

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q306:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

As to your studies, I wish you to learn Latin, French, and dancing. I insist particularly on dancing because it is often neglected yet crucial to success in life. First impression depends on two things: dress and address—both within our control. Neglecting these often leads to slights, coldness, and contempt, which even integrity and talents cannot always overcome. Ignoring what ensures others' favourable opinions suggests arrogance or defiance—never without serious consequences. Neglect of appearance implies disrespect for others and often stems from poor sense as much as poor nature. The maxim, "Desire to please, and you will infallibly please," explains this well. Slovenliness can be cured with effort, but a graceful carriage requires early habit, often with the dancing master's help. Awkwardness creates prejudice; stumbling in manner suggests insecurity or a lack of confidence. In contrast, courtesy, freedom, and self-possession set others at ease, revealing inner harmony. Grace in women secures affections and signals a well-balanced soul, just as awkwardness in men impedes gallantry and connection. Lastly, avoid pouring over books until bent double: this habit is hard to break and harmful to both health and esteem. A stoop diminishes public and private standing. You are upright now, walking boldly and spiritedly—preserve this carefully. Elasticity of limbs and upright deportment is vital to worldly success as much as actions. Do not, by neglecting how to enter a room properly, stumble at the very threshold of good graces. Remember, nothing prejudices people more than awkwardness.

Neglecting one's attire and manner of speaking leads to________.

permanent alienation from society

a lack of inner harmony and balance

a misunderstanding of one's integrity and talents

humiliation, indifference, or scorn from others

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q307:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

As to your studies, I wish you to learn Latin, French, and dancing. I insist particularly on dancing because it is often neglected yet crucial to success in life. First impression depends on two things: dress and address—both within our control. Neglecting these often leads to slights, coldness, and contempt, which even integrity and talents cannot always overcome. Ignoring what ensures others' favourable opinions suggests arrogance or defiance—never without serious consequences. Neglect of appearance implies disrespect for others and often stems from poor sense as much as poor nature. The maxim, "Desire to please, and you will infallibly please," explains this well. Slovenliness can be cured with effort, but a graceful carriage requires early habit, often with the dancing master's help. Awkwardness creates prejudice; stumbling in manner suggests insecurity or a lack of confidence. In contrast, courtesy, freedom, and self-possession set others at ease, revealing inner harmony. Grace in women secures affections and signals a well-balanced soul, just as awkwardness in men impedes gallantry and connection. Lastly, avoid pouring over books until bent double: this habit is hard to break and harmful to both health and esteem. A stoop diminishes public and private standing. You are upright now, walking boldly and spiritedly—preserve this carefully. Elasticity of limbs and upright deportment is vital to worldly success as much as actions. Do not, by neglecting how to enter a room properly, stumble at the very threshold of good graces. Remember, nothing prejudices people more than awkwardness.

What does the author warn against when studying?

Ignoring worldly advantages in pursuit of knowledge

Focusing solely on dancing and physical exercises

Developing a stoop that harms one's health and reputation

Spending too much time on books instead of practical tasks

Correct Answer

Option 2,3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q308:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

As to your studies, I wish you to learn Latin, French, and dancing. I insist particularly on dancing because it is often neglected yet crucial to success in life. First impression depends on two things: dress and address—both within our control. Neglecting these often leads to slights, coldness, and contempt, which even integrity and talents cannot always overcome. Ignoring what ensures others' favourable opinions suggests arrogance or defiance—never without serious consequences. Neglect of appearance implies disrespect for others and often stems from poor sense as much as poor nature. The maxim, "Desire to please, and you will infallibly please," explains this well. Slovenliness can be cured with effort, but a graceful carriage requires early habit, often with the dancing master's help. Awkwardness creates prejudice; stumbling in manner suggests insecurity or a lack of confidence. In contrast, courtesy, freedom, and self-possession set others at ease, revealing inner harmony. Grace in women secures affections and signals a well-balanced soul, just as awkwardness in men impedes gallantry and connection. Lastly, avoid pouring over books until bent double: this habit is hard to break and harmful to both health and esteem. A stoop diminishes public and private standing. You are upright now, walking boldly and spiritedly—preserve this carefully. Elasticity of limbs and upright deportment is vital to worldly success as much as actions. Do not, by neglecting how to enter a room properly, stumble at the very threshold of good graces. Remember, nothing prejudices people more than awkwardness.

The author advises about the importance of elegance in one's carriage to_______.

facilitate self-esteem and personal growth

avoid prejudice and signs of insecurity and nervousness

enhance the ability to focus on learning and excellence

show one's bountiful possessions

Correct Answer

Option 1,2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q309:

3 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

As to your studies, I wish you to learn Latin, French, and dancing. I insist particularly on dancing because it is often neglected yet crucial to success in life. First impression depends on two things: dress and address—both within our control. Neglecting these often leads to slights, coldness, and contempt, which even integrity and talents cannot always overcome. Ignoring what ensures others' favourable opinions suggests arrogance or defiance—never without serious consequences. Neglect of appearance implies disrespect for others and often stems from poor sense as much as poor nature. The maxim, "Desire to please, and you will infallibly please," explains this well. Slovenliness can be cured with effort, but a graceful carriage requires early habit, often with the dancing master's help. Awkwardness creates prejudice; stumbling in manner suggests insecurity or a lack of confidence. In contrast, courtesy, freedom, and self-possession set others at ease, revealing inner harmony. Grace in women secures affections and signals a well-balanced soul, just as awkwardness in men impedes gallantry and connection. Lastly, avoid pouring over books until bent double: this habit is hard to break and harmful to both health and esteem. A stoop diminishes public and private standing. You are upright now, walking boldly and spiritedly—preserve this carefully. Elasticity of limbs and upright deportment is vital to worldly success as much as actions. Do not, by neglecting how to enter a room properly, stumble at the very threshold of good graces. Remember, nothing prejudices people more than awkwardness.

The maxim 'Desire to please, and you will infallibly please' implies that_______.

genuine intent to please others resonates positively and usually succeeds

overdoing the efforts to please others often involves compromise and bears negatively

desire to please ends up in neglect of one's own happiness

sycophancy can unerringly lead you to be out of favour

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q310:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

At 50 and on the cusp of celebrating 25 years in the fashion industry with a grand show in Mumbai, the couturier Sabyasachi Mukherjee is refreshingly unromantic about his achievements. "A lot of people think I'm a big deal, but for me, it's like running any other business. I'm not an engineer nor a doctor. I don't save lives or build bridges. I make clothes and get undue attention for that." His modesty is engaging. At heart, Mukherjee is still the boy who, back in the day as a 20-something designer, had famously said 'Want to make it big? Be in Bengal'. While many thought the idea was bonkers, he stayed put in Kolkata unlike many of his youth who continued to move out for better opportunities. City-proud and stubbornly resistant to all advice to shift base, Mukherjee turned the handicraft hub to head from his workshop in Topsia, a suburb on the eastern fringe of Kolkata dotted with tanneries. He built collections steeped in the city with a roaring flood Bengal tiger as his logo. "Everyone told me staying in Kolkata was suicidal, but I persevered. Now, I'm bringing the whole world to Kolkata," he says, adding that the show is a homage to the city that has been the core of who he is or what he creates.

The passage is primarily concerned with:

Sabyasachi's perseverence

The city of Kolkata

The Royal Bengal tiger

Mukherjee's childhood as a Bengali boy

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q311:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

At 50 and on the cusp of celebrating 25 years in the fashion industry with a grand show in Mumbai, the couturier Sabyasachi Mukherjee is refreshingly unromantic about his achievements. "A lot of people think I'm a big deal, but for me, it's like running any other business. I'm not an engineer nor a doctor. I don't save lives or build bridges. I make clothes and get undue attention for that." His modesty is engaging. At heart, Mukherjee is still the boy who, back in the day as a 20-something designer, had famously said 'Want to make it big? Be in Bengal'. While many thought the idea was bonkers, he stayed put in Kolkata unlike many of his youth who continued to move out for better opportunities. City-proud and stubbornly resistant to all advice to shift base, Mukherjee turned the handicraft hub to head from his workshop in Topsia, a suburb on the eastern fringe of Kolkata dotted with tanneries. He built collections steeped in the city with a roaring flood Bengal tiger as his logo. "Everyone told me staying in Kolkata was suicidal, but I persevered. Now, I'm bringing the whole world to Kolkata," he says, adding that the show is a homage to the city that has been the core of who he is or what he creates.

As per the passage Sabyasachi Mukherjee is:

A show-off

A vain man

A braggart

An unassuming man

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q312:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

At 50 and on the cusp of celebrating 25 years in the fashion industry with a grand show in Mumbai, the couturier Sabyasachi Mukherjee is refreshingly unromantic about his achievements. "A lot of people think I'm a big deal, but for me, it's like running any other business. I'm not an engineer nor a doctor. I don't save lives or build bridges. I make clothes and get undue attention for that." His modesty is engaging. At heart, Mukherjee is still the boy who, back in the day as a 20-something designer, had famously said 'Want to make it big? Be in Bengal'. While many thought the idea was bonkers, he stayed put in Kolkata unlike many of his youth who continued to move out for better opportunities. City-proud and stubbornly resistant to all advice to shift base, Mukherjee turned the handicraft hub to head from his workshop in Topsia, a suburb on the eastern fringe of Kolkata dotted with tanneries. He built collections steeped in the city with a roaring flood Bengal tiger as his logo. "Everyone told me staying in Kolkata was suicidal, but I persevered. Now, I'm bringing the whole world to Kolkata," he says, adding that the show is a homage to the city that has been the core of who he is or what he creates.

Choose a word from the passage to fill in the blank. With the advent of AI, the world of innovation and technology is at the ______ of astounding progress.

suburb

apex

cusp

rolling stones

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q313:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

At 50 and on the cusp of celebrating 25 years in the fashion industry with a grand show in Mumbai, the couturier Sabyasachi Mukherjee is refreshingly unromantic about his achievements. "A lot of people think I'm a big deal, but for me, it's like running any other business. I'm not an engineer nor a doctor. I don't save lives or build bridges. I make clothes and get undue attention for that." His modesty is engaging. At heart, Mukherjee is still the boy who, back in the day as a 20-something designer, had famously said 'Want to make it big? Be in Bengal'. While many thought the idea was bonkers, he stayed put in Kolkata unlike many of his youth who continued to move out for better opportunities. City-proud and stubbornly resistant to all advice to shift base, Mukherjee turned the handicraft hub to head from his workshop in Topsia, a suburb on the eastern fringe of Kolkata dotted with tanneries. He built collections steeped in the city with a roaring flood Bengal tiger as his logo. "Everyone told me staying in Kolkata was suicidal, but I persevered. Now, I'm bringing the whole world to Kolkata," he says, adding that the show is a homage to the city that has been the core of who he is or what he creates.

Mukherjee 'turned the narrative on its head' means he:

began to design clothes for locals

continued to salute Kolkata with more fervour

became a huge success without leaving Kolkata

was too confident about his designs

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q314:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Renewable energy is becoming an increasingly important part of the global effort to combat climate change. Unlike fossil fuels, which are finite and release harmful greenhouse gases when burned, renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydropower are sustainable and environmentally friendly. Countries around the world are investing in these technologies to reduce their carbon footprints and secure their energy futures. One of the most significant advantages of renewable energy is its ability to provide energy security. Since these resources are naturally replenished, they do not run out. Solar panels, for example, can harness the energy of the sun indefinitely, while wind turbines generate power using the natural movement of air. Similarly, hydropower systems use the flow of water to produce electricity. However, the adoption of renewable energy is not without challenges. The initial cost of setting up a renewable energy infrastructure is high, and some technologies, like solar and wind, depend on weather conditions. Despite these hurdles, advancements in technology are making renewable energy more affordable and efficient. India, for example, is rapidly expanding its renewable energy capacity. With initiatives like the International Solar Alliance, the country is leading global efforts to harness the power of the sun. By investing in renewables, nations do not only address environmental concerns but also create jobs and drive economic growth. People must embrace sustainable practices, such as using energy-efficient appliances and conserving resources. Such collective efforts, paired with technological innovation, can pave the way for a brighter and cleaner future for generations to come.

India is leading the global renewable energy efforts through ________.

the International Solar Alliance

hydropower exports to neighboring countries

investments in fossil fuel alternatives

advancements in wind turbine design

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q315:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Renewable energy is becoming an increasingly important part of the global effort to combat climate change. Unlike fossil fuels, which are finite and release harmful greenhouse gases when burned, renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydropower are sustainable and environmentally friendly. Countries around the world are investing in these technologies to reduce their carbon footprints and secure their energy futures. One of the most significant advantages of renewable energy is its ability to provide energy security. Since these resources are naturally replenished, they do not run out. Solar panels, for example, can harness the energy of the sun indefinitely, while wind turbines generate power using the natural movement of air. Similarly, hydropower systems use the flow of water to produce electricity. However, the adoption of renewable energy is not without challenges. The initial cost of setting up a renewable energy infrastructure is high, and some technologies, like solar and wind, depend on weather conditions. Despite these hurdles, advancements in technology are making renewable energy more affordable and efficient. India, for example, is rapidly expanding its renewable energy capacity. With initiatives like the International Solar Alliance, the country is leading global efforts to harness the power of the sun. By investing in renewables, nations do not only address environmental concerns but also create jobs and drive economic growth. People must embrace sustainable practices, such as using energy-efficient appliances and conserving resources. Such collective efforts, paired with technological innovation, can pave the way for a brighter and cleaner future for generations to come.

Renewable energy contributes to economic growth by __________.

creating jobs and new industries

increasing fossil fuel exports

reducing investment in technology

decreasing the need for energy conservation

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q316:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Renewable energy is becoming an increasingly important part of the global effort to combat climate change. Unlike fossil fuels, which are finite and release harmful greenhouse gases when burned, renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydropower are sustainable and environmentally friendly. Countries around the world are investing in these technologies to reduce their carbon footprints and secure their energy futures. One of the most significant advantages of renewable energy is its ability to provide energy security. Since these resources are naturally replenished, they do not run out. Solar panels, for example, can harness the energy of the sun indefinitely, while wind turbines generate power using the natural movement of air. Similarly, hydropower systems use the flow of water to produce electricity. However, the adoption of renewable energy is not without challenges. The initial cost of setting up a renewable energy infrastructure is high, and some technologies, like solar and wind, depend on weather conditions. Despite these hurdles, advancements in technology are making renewable energy more affordable and efficient. India, for example, is rapidly expanding its renewable energy capacity. With initiatives like the International Solar Alliance, the country is leading global efforts to harness the power of the sun. By investing in renewables, nations do not only address environmental concerns but also create jobs and drive economic growth. People must embrace sustainable practices, such as using energy-efficient appliances and conserving resources. Such collective efforts, paired with technological innovation, can pave the way for a brighter and cleaner future for generations to come.

Renewable energy sources are considered environmentally friendly because _________.

they produce comparatively higher quality energy

they are inexpensive to set up

they have minimal harmful emissions

they are unaffected by weather conditions

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q317:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Renewable energy is becoming an increasingly important part of the global effort to combat climate change. Unlike fossil fuels, which are finite and release harmful greenhouse gases when burned, renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydropower are sustainable and environmentally friendly. Countries around the world are investing in these technologies to reduce their carbon footprints and secure their energy futures. One of the most significant advantages of renewable energy is its ability to provide energy security. Since these resources are naturally replenished, they do not run out. Solar panels, for example, can harness the energy of the sun indefinitely, while wind turbines generate power using the natural movement of air. Similarly, hydropower systems use the flow of water to produce electricity. However, the adoption of renewable energy is not without challenges. The initial cost of setting up a renewable energy infrastructure is high, and some technologies, like solar and wind, depend on weather conditions. Despite these hurdles, advancements in technology are making renewable energy more affordable and efficient. India, for example, is rapidly expanding its renewable energy capacity. With initiatives like the International Solar Alliance, the country is leading global efforts to harness the power of the sun. By investing in renewables, nations do not only address environmental concerns but also create jobs and drive economic growth. People must embrace sustainable practices, such as using energy-efficient appliances and conserving resources. Such collective efforts, paired with technological innovation, can pave the way for a brighter and cleaner future for generations to come.

The shift towards renewable energy is essential for __________.

replacing all forms of energy storage

ending global industrial activities

maintaining reliance on fossil fuels

ensuring energy security and sustainability

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q318:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The Echoes of the Forgotten Violin In a quiet town nestled between rolling hills, an old violin shop stood at the edge of the bustling marketplace. It belonged to Mr. Mehra, a craftsman whose hands once shaped melodies from wood and string. Age had slowed him, but his heart still resonated with the music of forgotten times. One evening, as the golden sunset bathed the town in amber light, a young boy named Karan wandered into the shop. His eyes lingered on a dusty violin resting in the corner. "Does it still sing?" he asked, his voice filled with curiosity. Mr. Mehra smiled, lifting the violin with care. "Only if the right hands awaken it," he said, placing it in Karan's eager grasp. The boy, uncertain yet hopeful, ran his fingers across the strings. A hesitant note filled the air, trembling yet alive. For weeks, Karan returned, learning under Mr. Mehra's watchful eye. With each lesson, the violin shed its silence, whispering forgotten tunes into the wind. The town, once indifferent, paused to listen as music danced through its streets. One day, Karan arrived to find the shop empty, save for a single note: Keep the melody alive. Mr. Mehra had left, his purpose fulfilled. Years later, Karan, now a musician, played that same violin in the heart of the town. Its echoes carried not just sound, but the story of a boy, an old craftsman, and a melody that refused to be forgotten.

Evaluate the role of music in Karan's transformation:

It helped him discover his purpose and connect with the town

It distracted him from his true calling in life trying to bring about a change

It was just a temporary hobby that he soon had to abandon silently

It created distance between him and Mr. Mehra and led to a lot of misconceptions.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q319:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The Echoes of the Forgotten Violin In a quiet town nestled between rolling hills, an old violin shop stood at the edge of the bustling marketplace. It belonged to Mr. Mehra, a craftsman whose hands once shaped melodies from wood and string. Age had slowed him, but his heart still resonated with the music of forgotten times. One evening, as the golden sunset bathed the town in amber light, a young boy named Karan wandered into the shop. His eyes lingered on a dusty violin resting in the corner. "Does it still sing?" he asked, his voice filled with curiosity. Mr. Mehra smiled, lifting the violin with care. "Only if the right hands awaken it," he said, placing it in Karan's eager grasp. The boy, uncertain yet hopeful, ran his fingers across the strings. A hesitant note filled the air, trembling yet alive. For weeks, Karan returned, learning under Mr. Mehra's watchful eye. With each lesson, the violin shed its silence, whispering forgotten tunes into the wind. The town, once indifferent, paused to listen as music danced through its streets. One day, Karan arrived to find the shop empty, save for a single note: Keep the melody alive. Mr. Mehra had left, his purpose fulfilled. Years later, Karan, now a musician, played that same violin in the heart of the town. Its echoes carried not just sound, but the story of a boy, an old craftsman, and a melody that refused to be forgotten.

Identify the figure of speech in the given sentence: "The golden sunset bathed the town in amber light".

Simile

Alliteration

Pun

Metaphor

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q320:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The Echoes of the Forgotten Violin In a quiet town nestled between rolling hills, an old violin shop stood at the edge of the bustling marketplace. It belonged to Mr. Mehra, a craftsman whose hands once shaped melodies from wood and string. Age had slowed him, but his heart still resonated with the music of forgotten times. One evening, as the golden sunset bathed the town in amber light, a young boy named Karan wandered into the shop. His eyes lingered on a dusty violin resting in the corner. "Does it still sing?" he asked, his voice filled with curiosity. Mr. Mehra smiled, lifting the violin with care. "Only if the right hands awaken it," he said, placing it in Karan's eager grasp. The boy, uncertain yet hopeful, ran his fingers across the strings. A hesitant note filled the air, trembling yet alive. For weeks, Karan returned, learning under Mr. Mehra's watchful eye. With each lesson, the violin shed its silence, whispering forgotten tunes into the wind. The town, once indifferent, paused to listen as music danced through its streets. One day, Karan arrived to find the shop empty, save for a single note: Keep the melody alive. Mr. Mehra had left, his purpose fulfilled. Years later, Karan, now a musician, played that same violin in the heart of the town. Its echoes carried not just sound, but the story of a boy, an old craftsman, and a melody that refused to be forgotten.

The transformation that occurred in the town as Karan learned the violin:

The town ignored his music, finding it ordinary and unremarkable.

The townspeople disapproved of music and asked him to stop

The melodies flowing through the streets brought warmth and appreciation

The violin's sound was too weak and unimpressive to make an impact on anyone

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q321:

2 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The Echoes of the Forgotten Violin In a quiet town nestled between rolling hills, an old violin shop stood at the edge of the bustling marketplace. It belonged to Mr. Mehra, a craftsman whose hands once shaped melodies from wood and string. Age had slowed him, but his heart still resonated with the music of forgotten times. One evening, as the golden sunset bathed the town in amber light, a young boy named Karan wandered into the shop. His eyes lingered on a dusty violin resting in the corner. "Does it still sing?" he asked, his voice filled with curiosity. Mr. Mehra smiled, lifting the violin with care. "Only if the right hands awaken it," he said, placing it in Karan's eager grasp. The boy, uncertain yet hopeful, ran his fingers across the strings. A hesitant note filled the air, trembling yet alive. For weeks, Karan returned, learning under Mr. Mehra's watchful eye. With each lesson, the violin shed its silence, whispering forgotten tunes into the wind. The town, once indifferent, paused to listen as music danced through its streets. One day, Karan arrived to find the shop empty, save for a single note: Keep the melody alive. Mr. Mehra had left, his purpose fulfilled. Years later, Karan, now a musician, played that same violin in the heart of the town. Its echoes carried not just sound, but the story of a boy, an old craftsman, and a melody that refused to be forgotten.

Examine the deeper meaning of, 'the violin's echoes in the town':

They prove that music has no real impact on people's lives

They represent the return of a long-lost musical tradition

They show that only trained musicians can bring joy through music

They signify that the violin had magical powers which failed to enamour people

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q322:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

It's essential to focus on what you control, especially when life feels difficult. This mindset is often overshadowed by the flood of information we consume daily. For instance, I spent 30 minutes this morning going down a rabbit hole after reading about Bitcoin. I ended up lost in unrelated Wikipedia pages. Stoicism teaches us that time is our most valuable resource. While it's nice to know many things, most of the information we consume has little real value. We waste time on trivial pursuits, like reading negative news, stalking social media profiles, or watching shows just to "kill time." Why kill something so precious? We're quick to get upset by things we can't control. Responding to every little thing we encounter is a habit. But true happiness comes from accepting that we don't control most things. Worrying about global issues like recessions, wars, or natural disasters is unproductive. Indifference to things outside our control is the key to happiness. Happiness comes from meaningful activities: good friendships, enjoyable work, reading thought-provoking books, walking in nature, working out, or watching a great movie. For example, a recent Saturday was fulfilling because I spent time reading, writing, walking, and enjoying meals with family. Contrast that with another day when I got caught up in negative conversations about COVID. The negativity drained me, and I accomplished nothing useful. Things are the way they are. The best we can do is focus on what matters and how we spend our time.

**Select the activity that contributes to happiness from the options given below:

Watching random TV shows

Arguing on social media

Reading thought-provoking books

Browsing the internet for news

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q323:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

It's essential to focus on what you control, especially when life feels difficult. This mindset is often overshadowed by the flood of information we consume daily. For instance, I spent 30 minutes this morning going down a rabbit hole after reading about Bitcoin. I ended up lost in unrelated Wikipedia pages. Stoicism teaches us that time is our most valuable resource. While it's nice to know many things, most of the information we consume has little real value. We waste time on trivial pursuits, like reading negative news, stalking social media profiles, or watching shows just to "kill time." Why kill something so precious? We're quick to get upset by things we can't control. Responding to every little thing we encounter is a habit. But true happiness comes from accepting that we don't control most things. Worrying about global issues like recessions, wars, or natural disasters is unproductive. Indifference to things outside our control is the key to happiness. Happiness comes from meaningful activities: good friendships, enjoyable work, reading thought-provoking books, walking in nature, working out, or watching a great movie. For example, a recent Saturday was fulfilling because I spent time reading, writing, walking, and enjoying meals with family. Contrast that with another day when I got caught up in negative conversations about COVID. The negativity drained me, and I accomplished nothing useful. Things are the way they are. The best we can do is focus on what matters and how we spend our time.

Select the central idea of the passage from the options given below:

Consuming more information leads to happiness

Responding to global issues is essential

Happiness comes from following current events

Time is a valuable resource we should use it wisely

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q324:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

It's essential to focus on what you control, especially when life feels difficult. This mindset is often overshadowed by the flood of information we consume daily. For instance, I spent 30 minutes this morning going down a rabbit hole after reading about Bitcoin. I ended up lost in unrelated Wikipedia pages. Stoicism teaches us that time is our most valuable resource. While it's nice to know many things, most of the information we consume has little real value. We waste time on trivial pursuits, like reading negative news, stalking social media profiles, or watching shows just to "kill time." Why kill something so precious? We're quick to get upset by things we can't control. Responding to every little thing we encounter is a habit. But true happiness comes from accepting that we don't control most things. Worrying about global issues like recessions, wars, or natural disasters is unproductive. Indifference to things outside our control is the key to happiness. Happiness comes from meaningful activities: good friendships, enjoyable work, reading thought-provoking books, walking in nature, working out, or watching a great movie. For example, a recent Saturday was fulfilling because I spent time reading, writing, walking, and enjoying meals with family. Contrast that with another day when I got caught up in negative conversations about COVID. The negativity drained me, and I accomplished nothing useful. Things are the way they are. The best we can do is focus on what matters and how we spend our time.

Choose the best option to complete the sentence:** Practicing indifference to uncontrollable things helps to achieve____

Better focus on global events

Fulfilling and lasting happiness

Improved emotional reactivity

A deeper knowledge of issues

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q325:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

It's essential to focus on what you control, especially when life feels difficult. This mindset is often overshadowed by the flood of information we consume daily. For instance, I spent 30 minutes this morning going down a rabbit hole after reading about Bitcoin. I ended up lost in unrelated Wikipedia pages. Stoicism teaches us that time is our most valuable resource. While it's nice to know many things, most of the information we consume has little real value. We waste time on trivial pursuits, like reading negative news, stalking social media profiles, or watching shows just to "kill time." Why kill something so precious? We're quick to get upset by things we can't control. Responding to every little thing we encounter is a habit. But true happiness comes from accepting that we don't control most things. Worrying about global issues like recessions, wars, or natural disasters is unproductive. Indifference to things outside our control is the key to happiness. Happiness comes from meaningful activities: good friendships, enjoyable work, reading thought-provoking books, walking in nature, working out, or watching a great movie. For example, a recent Saturday was fulfilling because I spent time reading, writing, walking, and enjoying meals with family. Contrast that with another day when I got caught up in negative conversations about COVID. The negativity drained me, and I accomplished nothing useful. Things are the way they are. The best we can do is focus on what matters and how we spend our time.

Choose an example of wasting time based on the passage from the options given below:

Scrolling social media profiles

Walking in nature

Spending time with family

Writing and reflecting

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q326:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In the ancient city of Varanasi, Arjun found his world transformed one monsoon afternoon. Born into a family of hardworking labourers, he was expected to follow in his father's footsteps. Yet, Arjun harboured an unspoken passion for art that no one knew about. As dark clouds gathered and the first raindrops fell, he wandered through the narrow lanes of the old city, seeking solace from the predictable rhythms of life. That day, as he took refuge under a vibrant awning in a bustling market, Arjun encountered an old painter named Raghav. With paint-splattered hands, and eyes that sparkled with decades of experience, Raghav noticed the spark in Arjun's eyes. He invited Arjun into his humble studio, where canvases whispered stories of love, loss and hope. Inspired by Raghav's gentle mentorship, Arjun discovered his own unique style, blending tradition with innovation. Over time, his artwork became a mirror reflecting the emotions of the city, and its reputation grew. Arjun's journey from a reluctant son to an emerging artist was not without hardship. Yet, every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life. Eventually, his creations graced galleries beyond Varanasi, uniting cultures and hearts. In every piece, Arjun celebrated the resilience of the human spirit, proving that passion and perseverance can transform even the most ordinary life into a vibrant work of art. His journey, filled with unexpected lessons and creative breakthroughs, taught him that every struggle offered a chance to begin anew, inspiring his art with hope and transformation.

Determine the primary theme illustrated in the passage:

The preventable hardships for those who choose artistic paths for fulfilling their dreams

The conflicts between urban modernity and ancient traditions in daily life that act as a hindrance in one's path

The fleeting beauty of monsoon afternoons in the ancient city encourages one to follow one's passion

The transformative influence of mentorship and following one's passion despite adversity

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q327:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In the ancient city of Varanasi, Arjun found his world transformed one monsoon afternoon. Born into a family of hardworking labourers, he was expected to follow in his father's footsteps. Yet, Arjun harboured an unspoken passion for art that no one knew about. As dark clouds gathered and the first raindrops fell, he wandered through the narrow lanes of the old city, seeking solace from the predictable rhythms of life. That day, as he took refuge under a vibrant awning in a bustling market, Arjun encountered an old painter named Raghav. With paint-splattered hands, and eyes that sparkled with decades of experience, Raghav noticed the spark in Arjun's eyes. He invited Arjun into his humble studio, where canvases whispered stories of love, loss and hope. Inspired by Raghav's gentle mentorship, Arjun discovered his own unique style, blending tradition with innovation. Over time, his artwork became a mirror reflecting the emotions of the city, and its reputation grew. Arjun's journey from a reluctant son to an emerging artist was not without hardship. Yet, every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life. Eventually, his creations graced galleries beyond Varanasi, uniting cultures and hearts. In every piece, Arjun celebrated the resilience of the human spirit, proving that passion and perseverance can transform even the most ordinary life into a vibrant work of art. His journey, filled with unexpected lessons and creative breakthroughs, taught him that every struggle offered a chance to begin anew, inspiring his art with hope and transformation.

Evaluate the impact of Arjun's artwork as described in the passage:

His art remained confined within the narrow lanes of Varanasi with little recognition

His work was mostly criticized and led to further isolation from society, leading to sorrow and dejection.

His creations resonated deeply, uniting diverse cultures and inspiring many people.

His art was solely a personal hobby that never gained public attention though it gave him a lot of satisfaction

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q328:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In the ancient city of Varanasi, Arjun found his world transformed one monsoon afternoon. Born into a family of hardworking labourers, he was expected to follow in his father's footsteps. Yet, Arjun harboured an unspoken passion for art that no one knew about. As dark clouds gathered and the first raindrops fell, he wandered through the narrow lanes of the old city, seeking solace from the predictable rhythms of life. That day, as he took refuge under a vibrant awning in a bustling market, Arjun encountered an old painter named Raghav. With paint-splattered hands, and eyes that sparkled with decades of experience, Raghav noticed the spark in Arjun's eyes. He invited Arjun into his humble studio, where canvases whispered stories of love, loss and hope. Inspired by Raghav's gentle mentorship, Arjun discovered his own unique style, blending tradition with innovation. Over time, his artwork became a mirror reflecting the emotions of the city, and its reputation grew. Arjun's journey from a reluctant son to an emerging artist was not without hardship. Yet, every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life. Eventually, his creations graced galleries beyond Varanasi, uniting cultures and hearts. In every piece, Arjun celebrated the resilience of the human spirit, proving that passion and perseverance can transform even the most ordinary life into a vibrant work of art. His journey, filled with unexpected lessons and creative breakthroughs, taught him that every struggle offered a chance to begin anew, inspiring his art with hope and transformation.

Interpret the change in Arjun's outlook on life throughout the passage:

He learned to view every hardship as an essential brushstroke in his personal masterpiece

He became indifferent to challenges and avoided confronting any obstacles whatsoever

He rejected the essential idea of change and chose to adhere strictly to his old beliefs

He focused solely on attaining commercial success, disregarding personal growth and art.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q329:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In the ancient city of Varanasi, Arjun found his world transformed one monsoon afternoon. Born into a family of hardworking labourers, he was expected to follow in his father's footsteps. Yet, Arjun harboured an unspoken passion for art that no one knew about. As dark clouds gathered and the first raindrops fell, he wandered through the narrow lanes of the old city, seeking solace from the predictable rhythms of life. That day, as he took refuge under a vibrant awning in a bustling market, Arjun encountered an old painter named Raghav. With paint-splattered hands, and eyes that sparkled with decades of experience, Raghav noticed the spark in Arjun's eyes. He invited Arjun into his humble studio, where canvases whispered stories of love, loss and hope. Inspired by Raghav's gentle mentorship, Arjun discovered his own unique style, blending tradition with innovation. Over time, his artwork became a mirror reflecting the emotions of the city, and its reputation grew. Arjun's journey from a reluctant son to an emerging artist was not without hardship. Yet, every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life. Eventually, his creations graced galleries beyond Varanasi, uniting cultures and hearts. In every piece, Arjun celebrated the resilience of the human spirit, proving that passion and perseverance can transform even the most ordinary life into a vibrant work of art. His journey, filled with unexpected lessons and creative breakthroughs, taught him that every struggle offered a chance to begin anew, inspiring his art with hope and transformation.

Deduce the message the author conveys about overcoming obstacles:

Struggles are insurmountable barriers that only worsen one's chances of success

Every challenge offers an opportunity to grow and transform one's life with resilience

Only those with privileged backgrounds can successfully overcome life's obstacles

Obstacles invariably lead to failure, regardless of personal determination or passion.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q330:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

India is renowned for its rich and diverse heritage of handicrafts, which reflect the country's deep cultural roots and artistic traditions. Each region in India has its own distinct craft, passed down through generations of artisans. These handicrafts showcase the intricate artistry, creativity, and skills of Indian craftsmen. In Kashmir, the famous Pashmina shawls and carpets are known for their delicate embroidery and luxurious feel. Rajasthan is a treasure trove of vibrant handicrafts, including its famous tie-and-dye fabrics, exquisite jewellery, and intricate meenakari work. Andhra Pradesh is recognized for its Bidriware, a form of metalwork, and the beautiful Pochampally sarees, which are known for their traditional ikat patterns. In Tamil Nadu, the intricate bronze sculptures and the traditional Kanjeevaram sarees are highly prized. Mysore is famous for its silk weaving and sandalwood products, while Kerala is known for its elegant wooden furniture and coconut shell carvings. The terracotta figurines of Bankura, the delicate Chikan work from Lucknow, and the rich brocade and silk sarees from Banaras are a testament to India's diversity in craftsmanship. These handicrafts not only contribute to India's cultural heritage but also provide employment to millions of artisans across the country. Over the years, these traditional crafts have evolved while preserving their authenticity, creating a legacy of artistic excellence. Indian handicrafts are a testament to the timeless creativity and skill of the artisans who continue to keep these traditions alive for generations to come.

**Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a famous handicraft from Rajasthan?

Tie-and-dye fabrics

Pashmina shawls

Stone studded Jewellery

Meenakari work

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q331:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

India is renowned for its rich and diverse heritage of handicrafts, which reflect the country's deep cultural roots and artistic traditions. Each region in India has its own distinct craft, passed down through generations of artisans. These handicrafts showcase the intricate artistry, creativity, and skills of Indian craftsmen. In Kashmir, the famous Pashmina shawls and carpets are known for their delicate embroidery and luxurious feel. Rajasthan is a treasure trove of vibrant handicrafts, including its famous tie-and-dye fabrics, exquisite jewellery, and intricate meenakari work. Andhra Pradesh is recognized for its Bidriware, a form of metalwork, and the beautiful Pochampally sarees, which are known for their traditional ikat patterns. In Tamil Nadu, the intricate bronze sculptures and the traditional Kanjeevaram sarees are highly prized. Mysore is famous for its silk weaving and sandalwood products, while Kerala is known for its elegant wooden furniture and coconut shell carvings. The terracotta figurines of Bankura, the delicate Chikan work from Lucknow, and the rich brocade and silk sarees from Banaras are a testament to India's diversity in craftsmanship. These handicrafts not only contribute to India's cultural heritage but also provide employment to millions of artisans across the country. Over the years, these traditional crafts have evolved while preserving their authenticity, creating a legacy of artistic excellence. Indian handicrafts are a testament to the timeless creativity and skill of the artisans who continue to keep these traditions alive for generations to come.

According to the passage, what has helped preserve Indian handicrafts over the years?

Government support in all its fervor and essence

Modern technologies with the help of AI and meta

International demand for the renowned handicrafts

Generational knowledge passed down by artisans

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q332:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

India is renowned for its rich and diverse heritage of handicrafts, which reflect the country's deep cultural roots and artistic traditions. Each region in India has its own distinct craft, passed down through generations of artisans. These handicrafts showcase the intricate artistry, creativity, and skills of Indian craftsmen. In Kashmir, the famous Pashmina shawls and carpets are known for their delicate embroidery and luxurious feel. Rajasthan is a treasure trove of vibrant handicrafts, including its famous tie-and-dye fabrics, exquisite jewellery, and intricate meenakari work. Andhra Pradesh is recognized for its Bidriware, a form of metalwork, and the beautiful Pochampally sarees, which are known for their traditional ikat patterns. In Tamil Nadu, the intricate bronze sculptures and the traditional Kanjeevaram sarees are highly prized. Mysore is famous for its silk weaving and sandalwood products, while Kerala is known for its elegant wooden furniture and coconut shell carvings. The terracotta figurines of Bankura, the delicate Chikan work from Lucknow, and the rich brocade and silk sarees from Banaras are a testament to India's diversity in craftsmanship. These handicrafts not only contribute to India's cultural heritage but also provide employment to millions of artisans across the country. Over the years, these traditional crafts have evolved while preserving their authenticity, creating a legacy of artistic excellence. Indian handicrafts are a testament to the timeless creativity and skill of the artisans who continue to keep these traditions alive for generations to come.

The traditional ikat patterns are found in _____ sarees from Andhra Pradesh.

Mysore

Kanjeevaram

Pochampally

Banaras

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q333:

2 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

India is renowned for its rich and diverse heritage of handicrafts, which reflect the country's deep cultural roots and artistic traditions. Each region in India has its own distinct craft, passed down through generations of artisans. These handicrafts showcase the intricate artistry, creativity, and skills of Indian craftsmen. In Kashmir, the famous Pashmina shawls and carpets are known for their delicate embroidery and luxurious feel. Rajasthan is a treasure trove of vibrant handicrafts, including its famous tie-and-dye fabrics, exquisite jewellery, and intricate meenakari work. Andhra Pradesh is recognized for its Bidriware, a form of metalwork, and the beautiful Pochampally sarees, which are known for their traditional ikat patterns. In Tamil Nadu, the intricate bronze sculptures and the traditional Kanjeevaram sarees are highly prized. Mysore is famous for its silk weaving and sandalwood products, while Kerala is known for its elegant wooden furniture and coconut shell carvings. The terracotta figurines of Bankura, the delicate Chikan work from Lucknow, and the rich brocade and silk sarees from Banaras are a testament to India's diversity in craftsmanship. These handicrafts not only contribute to India's cultural heritage but also provide employment to millions of artisans across the country. Over the years, these traditional crafts have evolved while preserving their authenticity, creating a legacy of artistic excellence. Indian handicrafts are a testament to the timeless creativity and skill of the artisans who continue to keep these traditions alive for generations to come.

What does the passage primarily highlight?

The economic impact of our handicrafts

The diversity and richness of Indian handicrafts

The use of handicrafts in the daily lives of Indians

The role of Indian handicrafts in modern design

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q334:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Over the past few decades, India has undergone a significant economic transformation, emerging as one of the world's fastest growing major economies. This shift began in the early 1990s with economic liberalisation policies that reduced trade barriers, deregulated industries and encouraged foreign investment. These reforms spurred rapid growth, leading to a substantial reduction in poverty and the rise of a sizable middle class. The technology sector, particularly information technology (IT) and software services, has been a cornerstone of this growth. Cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune have become global IT hubs, hosting numerous multinational corporations and startups. This boom has not only created millions of jobs but also positioned India as a leader in the global digital economy. Infrastructure development has also played a crucial role. The expansion of road networks, modernisations of ports and development of airports have improved connectivity within the country and with the global market. Initiatives like the Goods and Services Tax (GST) have streamlined the taxation system, fostering a more unified national market. However, challenges remain. Income inequality persists with a significant portion of the population still lacking access to quality healthcare, education, and sanitation. The agricultural sector, which employs a large segment of the workforce, faces issues such as low productivity and vulnerability to climate change. Looking ahead, India's focus is on sustainable development, leveraging renewable energy sources and fostering innovation. With a young and dynamic population, the country aims to balance economic growth with social equity, ensuring that the benefits of progress reach all its citizens.

The primary objective of India's future economic strategy is____________.

expanding military industries and modernising them

reducing dependency on foreign trade

focusing on sustainable development and innovation

prioritising urban development over rural areas

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q335:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Over the past few decades, India has undergone a significant economic transformation, emerging as one of the world's fastest growing major economies. This shift began in the early 1990s with economic liberalisation policies that reduced trade barriers, deregulated industries and encouraged foreign investment. These reforms spurred rapid growth, leading to a substantial reduction in poverty and the rise of a sizable middle class. The technology sector, particularly information technology (IT) and software services, has been a cornerstone of this growth. Cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune have become global IT hubs, hosting numerous multinational corporations and startups. This boom has not only created millions of jobs but also positioned India as a leader in the global digital economy. Infrastructure development has also played a crucial role. The expansion of road networks, modernisations of ports and development of airports have improved connectivity within the country and with the global market. Initiatives like the Goods and Services Tax (GST) have streamlined the taxation system, fostering a more unified national market. However, challenges remain. Income inequality persists with a significant portion of the population still lacking access to quality healthcare, education, and sanitation. The agricultural sector, which employs a large segment of the workforce, faces issues such as low productivity and vulnerability to climate change. Looking ahead, India's focus is on sustainable development, leveraging renewable energy sources and fostering innovation. With a young and dynamic population, the country aims to balance economic growth with social equity, ensuring that the benefits of progress reach all its citizens.

The most suitable title for the passage can be____________.

The Indian Diaspora and their Contribution

The Development Strategy Adopted in India

Overproduction in the Indian Agricultural Sector

Economic Transformation in Modern India

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q336:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Over the past few decades, India has undergone a significant economic transformation, emerging as one of the world's fastest growing major economies. This shift began in the early 1990s with economic liberalisation policies that reduced trade barriers, deregulated industries and encouraged foreign investment. These reforms spurred rapid growth, leading to a substantial reduction in poverty and the rise of a sizable middle class. The technology sector, particularly information technology (IT) and software services, has been a cornerstone of this growth. Cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune have become global IT hubs, hosting numerous multinational corporations and startups. This boom has not only created millions of jobs but also positioned India as a leader in the global digital economy. Infrastructure development has also played a crucial role. The expansion of road networks, modernisations of ports and development of airports have improved connectivity within the country and with the global market. Initiatives like the Goods and Services Tax (GST) have streamlined the taxation system, fostering a more unified national market. However, challenges remain. Income inequality persists with a significant portion of the population still lacking access to quality healthcare, education, and sanitation. The agricultural sector, which employs a large segment of the workforce, faces issues such as low productivity and vulnerability to climate change. Looking ahead, India's focus is on sustainable development, leveraging renewable energy sources and fostering innovation. With a young and dynamic population, the country aims to balance economic growth with social equity, ensuring that the benefits of progress reach all its citizens.

Choose the correct synonym for 'Fostered' as used in the passage:

Encouraged

Persisted

Leveraged

Expanded

Correct Answer

Option 1,3

Correct Answer

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Q337:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Over the past few decades, India has undergone a significant economic transformation, emerging as one of the world's fastest growing major economies. This shift began in the early 1990s with economic liberalisation policies that reduced trade barriers, deregulated industries and encouraged foreign investment. These reforms spurred rapid growth, leading to a substantial reduction in poverty and the rise of a sizable middle class. The technology sector, particularly information technology (IT) and software services, has been a cornerstone of this growth. Cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune have become global IT hubs, hosting numerous multinational corporations and startups. This boom has not only created millions of jobs but also positioned India as a leader in the global digital economy. Infrastructure development has also played a crucial role. The expansion of road networks, modernisations of ports and development of airports have improved connectivity within the country and with the global market. Initiatives like the Goods and Services Tax (GST) have streamlined the taxation system, fostering a more unified national market. However, challenges remain. Income inequality persists with a significant portion of the population still lacking access to quality healthcare, education, and sanitation. The agricultural sector, which employs a large segment of the workforce, faces issues such as low productivity and vulnerability to climate change. Looking ahead, India's focus is on sustainable development, leveraging renewable energy sources and fostering innovation. With a young and dynamic population, the country aims to balance economic growth with social equity, ensuring that the benefits of progress reach all its citizens.

The factor that has improved India's global market connectivity is:

The modernisation of infrastructure such as roads, ports, and airports.

The promotion of traditional handicrafts and its promotion

The increase in domestic airline travel promotion and ticket prices

The expansion of the film industry, its production and direction.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q338:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

It was a typical morning in Malgudi, with the sun casting its golden glow over the rooftops and the river Sarayu glistening in the distance. The streets were alive with their usual bustle: vendors calling out their wares, bullock carts moving along, and bicycles weaving through narrow lanes. At the heart of this commotion sat Swaminathan, perched on the steps of his school, waiting for his friends. Swami's morning had begun with a small adventure. His grandmother had asked him to fetch jasmine flowers from the garden, but in his excitement, he had accidentally trampled on a patch of newly planted marigolds. His father had scolded him, as fathers do, but Swami took it in stride, knowing that the day held greater promise. At school, the lessons dragged on. Swami's mind wandered to the cricket match planned for the evening. Rajan, the team captain had promised to bring a new ball and Swami could hardly contain his excitement. When the bell finally rang, releasing the boys from their classrooms, Swami bolted out with the energy of a colt, heading straight for the cricket field. The Sarayu river bank came alive in the evening, with children playing and elders discussing village gossip. Swami felt a deep sense of belonging here, among his friends and the familiar sights of Malgudi. Life, though simple, was rich in its own peculiar way, and Malgudi held a charm that made every ordinary moment feel extraordinary.

Select the correct meaning of the idiom "took it in stride" as used in the passage.

To do something to support an idea or situation

To move at a great speed to keep abreast of others

To calmly deal with something unpleasant

To not be able to contain one's excitement and stride out

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q339:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

It was a typical morning in Malgudi, with the sun casting its golden glow over the rooftops and the river Sarayu glistening in the distance. The streets were alive with their usual bustle: vendors calling out their wares, bullock carts moving along, and bicycles weaving through narrow lanes. At the heart of this commotion sat Swaminathan, perched on the steps of his school, waiting for his friends. Swami's morning had begun with a small adventure. His grandmother had asked him to fetch jasmine flowers from the garden, but in his excitement, he had accidentally trampled on a patch of newly planted marigolds. His father had scolded him, as fathers do, but Swami took it in stride, knowing that the day held greater promise. At school, the lessons dragged on. Swami's mind wandered to the cricket match planned for the evening. Rajan, the team captain had promised to bring a new ball and Swami could hardly contain his excitement. When the bell finally rang, releasing the boys from their classrooms, Swami bolted out with the energy of a colt, heading straight for the cricket field. The Sarayu river bank came alive in the evening, with children playing and elders discussing village gossip. Swami felt a deep sense of belonging here, among his friends and the familiar sights of Malgudi. Life, though simple, was rich in its own peculiar way, and Malgudi held a charm that made every ordinary moment feel extraordinary.

Identify the literary device used in the line - 'Swami bolted out with the energy of a colt, heading straight for the cricket field.'

Personification

Transferred Epithet

Metaphor

Symbolism

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q340:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

It was a typical morning in Malgudi, with the sun casting its golden glow over the rooftops and the river Sarayu glistening in the distance. The streets were alive with their usual bustle: vendors calling out their wares, bullock carts moving along, and bicycles weaving through narrow lanes. At the heart of this commotion sat Swaminathan, perched on the steps of his school, waiting for his friends. Swami's morning had begun with a small adventure. His grandmother had asked him to fetch jasmine flowers from the garden, but in his excitement, he had accidentally trampled on a patch of newly planted marigolds. His father had scolded him, as fathers do, but Swami took it in stride, knowing that the day held greater promise. At school, the lessons dragged on. Swami's mind wandered to the cricket match planned for the evening. Rajan, the team captain had promised to bring a new ball and Swami could hardly contain his excitement. When the bell finally rang, releasing the boys from their classrooms, Swami bolted out with the energy of a colt, heading straight for the cricket field. The Sarayu river bank came alive in the evening, with children playing and elders discussing village gossip. Swami felt a deep sense of belonging here, among his friends and the familiar sights of Malgudi. Life, though simple, was rich in its own peculiar way, and Malgudi held a charm that made every ordinary moment feel extraordinary.

Identify the reason Swaminathan was excited during school hours.

He had a secret plan to skip class and go rejoicing with his friends

His day had begun with an interesting adventure

He was looking forward to the cricket match in the evening

He was expecting a visit from his relatives

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q341:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

It was a typical morning in Malgudi, with the sun casting its golden glow over the rooftops and the river Sarayu glistening in the distance. The streets were alive with their usual bustle: vendors calling out their wares, bullock carts moving along, and bicycles weaving through narrow lanes. At the heart of this commotion sat Swaminathan, perched on the steps of his school, waiting for his friends. Swami's morning had begun with a small adventure. His grandmother had asked him to fetch jasmine flowers from the garden, but in his excitement, he had accidentally trampled on a patch of newly planted marigolds. His father had scolded him, as fathers do, but Swami took it in stride, knowing that the day held greater promise. At school, the lessons dragged on. Swami's mind wandered to the cricket match planned for the evening. Rajan, the team captain had promised to bring a new ball and Swami could hardly contain his excitement. When the bell finally rang, releasing the boys from their classrooms, Swami bolted out with the energy of a colt, heading straight for the cricket field. The Sarayu river bank came alive in the evening, with children playing and elders discussing village gossip. Swami felt a deep sense of belonging here, among his friends and the familiar sights of Malgudi. Life, though simple, was rich in its own peculiar way, and Malgudi held a charm that made every ordinary moment feel extraordinary.

Choose the reason Swami felt a deep sense of belongingness at the Sarayu riverbank.

He enjoyed spending time in nature and listening to the gossip of adults

The presence of his friends and the familiar extraordinary charm of Malgudi was comforting

It was just the right place– charming and quiet, where he could complete his homework.

He believed the riverbank was a lucky spot for success at cricket matches

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q342:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Maya sat by the window of her apartment in Boston, watching the snowfall coat the streets in silence. The winter here was nothing like the winters she had known as a child in Kolkata, where the chill in the air was softened by the warmth of family gatherings. She thought of her mother's kitchen, the scent of frying luchis and the distant hum of the morning news on the radio. Here, the mornings were silent, eerily, and marked by the distant sound of car horns outside. The phone rang, jolting her from her thoughts. It was her father, calling from India. "When are you coming to visit us?" he asked, his voice tinged with both hope and sadness. Maya hesitated. It had been two years since her last trip home and with each passing year, the distance seemed to grow—not just geographically but emotionally. She glanced at the bookshelves in her living room, filled with English novels and photographs of friends from college. Somewhere between these shelves and the memories of her childhood, Maya felt split in two; as if she belonged fully to neither world. Later that evening, as she prepared dinner, she tried recreating one of her mother's recipes. The spices didn't taste the same, the aroma felt incomplete. But as she sat down to eat, she felt a fleeting connection to home, as if she had carried a piece of it with her despite the miles.

The contrast between Maya's present surroundings and her memories of Kolkata highlights:

The inevitability of cultural assimilation in a new and foreign environment

The struggle of maintaining one's cultural identity while adapting to a different place

The insignificance of nostalgia in shaping one's present in alien and different surroundings

The ease with which one can recreate the essence of home in a foreign land

Correct Answer

Option 2,4

Correct Answer

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Q343:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Maya sat by the window of her apartment in Boston, watching the snowfall coat the streets in silence. The winter here was nothing like the winters she had known as a child in Kolkata, where the chill in the air was softened by the warmth of family gatherings. She thought of her mother's kitchen, the scent of frying luchis and the distant hum of the morning news on the radio. Here, the mornings were silent, eerily, and marked by the distant sound of car horns outside. The phone rang, jolting her from her thoughts. It was her father, calling from India. "When are you coming to visit us?" he asked, his voice tinged with both hope and sadness. Maya hesitated. It had been two years since her last trip home and with each passing year, the distance seemed to grow—not just geographically but emotionally. She glanced at the bookshelves in her living room, filled with English novels and photographs of friends from college. Somewhere between these shelves and the memories of her childhood, Maya felt split in two; as if she belonged fully to neither world. Later that evening, as she prepared dinner, she tried recreating one of her mother's recipes. The spices didn't taste the same, the aroma felt incomplete. But as she sat down to eat, she felt a fleeting connection to home, as if she had carried a piece of it with her despite the miles.

Although maya feels divided between two worlds, ________ makes her feel that she carries a piece of India within her.

the cultural nostalgia of traditional Indian food

sense of alienation from her mother

her failure to cook a meal like her mother

the photographs and books on her shelf

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q344:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Maya sat by the window of her apartment in Boston, watching the snowfall coat the streets in silence. The winter here was nothing like the winters she had known as a child in Kolkata, where the chill in the air was softened by the warmth of family gatherings. She thought of her mother's kitchen, the scent of frying luchis and the distant hum of the morning news on the radio. Here, the mornings were silent, eerily, and marked by the distant sound of car horns outside. The phone rang, jolting her from her thoughts. It was her father, calling from India. "When are you coming to visit us?" he asked, his voice tinged with both hope and sadness. Maya hesitated. It had been two years since her last trip home and with each passing year, the distance seemed to grow—not just geographically but emotionally. She glanced at the bookshelves in her living room, filled with English novels and photographs of friends from college. Somewhere between these shelves and the memories of her childhood, Maya felt split in two; as if she belonged fully to neither world. Later that evening, as she prepared dinner, she tried recreating one of her mother's recipes. The spices didn't taste the same, the aroma felt incomplete. But as she sat down to eat, she felt a fleeting connection to home, as if she had carried a piece of it with her despite the miles.

Maya's hesitation in responding to her father's question about visiting home suggests:

Her indifference towards returning to Kolkata as she was alienated and distanced

A firm decision never to visit home again without a feeling of regret or connection

A lack of emotional connection with her family and not feeling sequestered

The deepening emotional and geographical distance between her past and present

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q345:

31 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Maya sat by the window of her apartment in Boston, watching the snowfall coat the streets in silence. The winter here was nothing like the winters she had known as a child in Kolkata, where the chill in the air was softened by the warmth of family gatherings. She thought of her mother's kitchen, the scent of frying luchis and the distant hum of the morning news on the radio. Here, the mornings were silent, eerily, and marked by the distant sound of car horns outside. The phone rang, jolting her from her thoughts. It was her father, calling from India. "When are you coming to visit us?" he asked, his voice tinged with both hope and sadness. Maya hesitated. It had been two years since her last trip home and with each passing year, the distance seemed to grow—not just geographically but emotionally. She glanced at the bookshelves in her living room, filled with English novels and photographs of friends from college. Somewhere between these shelves and the memories of her childhood, Maya felt split in two; as if she belonged fully to neither world. Later that evening, as she prepared dinner, she tried recreating one of her mother's recipes. The spices didn't taste the same, the aroma felt incomplete. But as she sat down to eat, she felt a fleeting connection to home, as if she had carried a piece of it with her despite the miles.

Find a word in the passage that has the same meaning as "momentary".

Distant

Softened

Fleeting

Marked

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q346:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

I still remember the summers of my childhood, when the air in our ancestral village carried the scent of ripening mangoes. Our orchard, an expanse of towering trees with branches heavy with fruit, was my sanctuary. The afternoons were spent sprawled on a charpoy under the largest tree, listening to my grandmother's tales of kings and sages, while the cicadas hummed a lazy tune. One evening, when the sky blushed orange, my cousin Rohan and I dared each other to climb the ancient mango tree-the one, no one had scaled in years. "It's cursed," the elders warned, "a snake guards its highest branches." But we were twelve, and fear was something we laughed at. With scraped knees and racing hearts, we ascended, our fingers sticky with the sweetness of half-eaten mangoes. Then, suddenly, I froze. Just inches from my hand, nestled between two branches, lay a coiled serpent, its beady eyes fixed upon me. Panic gripped my chest, my breath shallow. "Don't move," Rohan whispered. Trembling, I heeded his words, inching backward ever so slowly. As soon as my feet hit the ground, I bolted, my heart pounding louder than the temple bells at dusk. We never climbed that tree again. But to this day, whenever I taste a mango, I remember that evening-the thrill, the terror, and the inexplicable joy of childhood.

How does the narrator describe his encounter with the snake?

with amusement and detachment

with poetic admiration for nature

with intense fear and sensory detail

with anger at himself for being reckless

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q347:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

I still remember the summers of my childhood, when the air in our ancestral village carried the scent of ripening mangoes. Our orchard, an expanse of towering trees with branches heavy with fruit, was my sanctuary. The afternoons were spent sprawled on a charpoy under the largest tree, listening to my grandmother's tales of kings and sages, while the cicadas hummed a lazy tune. One evening, when the sky blushed orange, my cousin Rohan and I dared each other to climb the ancient mango tree-the one, no one had scaled in years. "It's cursed," the elders warned, "a snake guards its highest branches." But we were twelve, and fear was something we laughed at. With scraped knees and racing hearts, we ascended, our fingers sticky with the sweetness of half-eaten mangoes. Then, suddenly, I froze. Just inches from my hand, nestled between two branches, lay a coiled serpent, its beady eyes fixed upon me. Panic gripped my chest, my breath shallow. "Don't move," Rohan whispered. Trembling, I heeded his words, inching backward ever so slowly. As soon as my feet hit the ground, I bolted, my heart pounding louder than the temple bells at dusk. We never climbed that tree again. But to this day, whenever I taste a mango, I remember that evening-the thrill, the terror, and the inexplicable joy of childhood.

The narrator never climbed the tree again because he _________

was not skilled at climbing trees

was afraid of taking on a challenge again

never got over the fright of seeing the snake on the tree

became too old for such games

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q348:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

I still remember the summers of my childhood, when the air in our ancestral village carried the scent of ripening mangoes. Our orchard, an expanse of towering trees with branches heavy with fruit, was my sanctuary. The afternoons were spent sprawled on a charpoy under the largest tree, listening to my grandmother's tales of kings and sages, while the cicadas hummed a lazy tune. One evening, when the sky blushed orange, my cousin Rohan and I dared each other to climb the ancient mango tree-the one, no one had scaled in years. "It's cursed," the elders warned, "a snake guards its highest branches." But we were twelve, and fear was something we laughed at. With scraped knees and racing hearts, we ascended, our fingers sticky with the sweetness of half-eaten mangoes. Then, suddenly, I froze. Just inches from my hand, nestled between two branches, lay a coiled serpent, its beady eyes fixed upon me. Panic gripped my chest, my breath shallow. "Don't move," Rohan whispered. Trembling, I heeded his words, inching backward ever so slowly. As soon as my feet hit the ground, I bolted, my heart pounding louder than the temple bells at dusk. We never climbed that tree again. But to this day, whenever I taste a mango, I remember that evening-the thrill, the terror, and the inexplicable joy of childhood.

What role does the mango orchard play in the narrator's childhood?

It represents a challenge to be conquered

It is a place of refuge and delight

It serves as a setting for a family dispute

It symbolises lost traditions

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q349:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

I still remember the summers of my childhood, when the air in our ancestral village carried the scent of ripening mangoes. Our orchard, an expanse of towering trees with branches heavy with fruit, was my sanctuary. The afternoons were spent sprawled on a charpoy under the largest tree, listening to my grandmother's tales of kings and sages, while the cicadas hummed a lazy tune. One evening, when the sky blushed orange, my cousin Rohan and I dared each other to climb the ancient mango tree-the one, no one had scaled in years. "It's cursed," the elders warned, "a snake guards its highest branches." But we were twelve, and fear was something we laughed at. With scraped knees and racing hearts, we ascended, our fingers sticky with the sweetness of half-eaten mangoes. Then, suddenly, I froze. Just inches from my hand, nestled between two branches, lay a coiled serpent, its beady eyes fixed upon me. Panic gripped my chest, my breath shallow. "Don't move," Rohan whispered. Trembling, I heeded his words, inching backward ever so slowly. As soon as my feet hit the ground, I bolted, my heart pounding louder than the temple bells at dusk. We never climbed that tree again. But to this day, whenever I taste a mango, I remember that evening-the thrill, the terror, and the inexplicable joy of childhood.

Which literary device is used in "the sky blushed orange"?

Allegory

Simile

Alliteration

Personification

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q350:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Every time a child takes a soft drink, is he laying the groundwork for a dangerous bone disease? Fizzy and sugary drinks don't cause osteoporosis but, because they are often a substitute for a glass of milk, children miss out on taking in the calcium and vitamin D they need to build a strong skeleton. Many of them also lead a sedentary lifestyle, so they aren't getting the bone-building benefits of vigorous exercise either. These children tend to suffer from brittle bones and fractures later on in life. In addition, they could be at a risk of being diagnosed with osteoporosis at an earlier age than most others. Osteoporosis starts in childhood, but its consequences are apparent at a later stage in life. This condition causes bones to become riddled with holes, like the framework of a house that's has been attacked by termites. This can lead to broken bones, which in turn, can cause deformity, chronic pain, and disability. Osteoporosis can be fatal: up to 25 percent of older people who suffer a broken hip die within a year. Osteoporosis isn't just your grandmother's health threat. Although it strikes over 50 million women in India, it also menaces over 12 million men. It is important to save millions of people from the risk of suffering from osteoporosis by adopting preventive measures like walking, jogging or skipping. Getting enough sunlight, and adequate calcium, especially through fruits, vegetables and fermented dairy products also helps.

According to the passage: ____ percent of elderly people who suffer from hip fracture do not survive.

50

12

25

52

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q351:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Every time a child takes a soft drink, is he laying the groundwork for a dangerous bone disease? Fizzy and sugary drinks don't cause osteoporosis but, because they are often a substitute for a glass of milk, children miss out on taking in the calcium and vitamin D they need to build a strong skeleton. Many of them also lead a sedentary lifestyle, so they aren't getting the bone-building benefits of vigorous exercise either. These children tend to suffer from brittle bones and fractures later on in life. In addition, they could be at a risk of being diagnosed with osteoporosis at an earlier age than most others. Osteoporosis starts in childhood, but its consequences are apparent at a later stage in life. This condition causes bones to become riddled with holes, like the framework of a house that's has been attacked by termites. This can lead to broken bones, which in turn, can cause deformity, chronic pain, and disability. Osteoporosis can be fatal: up to 25 percent of older people who suffer a broken hip die within a year. Osteoporosis isn't just your grandmother's health threat. Although it strikes over 50 million women in India, it also menaces over 12 million men. It is important to save millions of people from the risk of suffering from osteoporosis by adopting preventive measures like walking, jogging or skipping. Getting enough sunlight, and adequate calcium, especially through fruits, vegetables and fermented dairy products also helps.

According to the passage which of the following statement is correct.

Consumption of fizzy drinks leads to strong bone density

Sedentary lifestyle leads to strong bones

Osteoporosis affects elderly people only

Osteoporosis can be life-threatening

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q352:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Every time a child takes a soft drink, is he laying the groundwork for a dangerous bone disease? Fizzy and sugary drinks don't cause osteoporosis but, because they are often a substitute for a glass of milk, children miss out on taking in the calcium and vitamin D they need to build a strong skeleton. Many of them also lead a sedentary lifestyle, so they aren't getting the bone-building benefits of vigorous exercise either. These children tend to suffer from brittle bones and fractures later on in life. In addition, they could be at a risk of being diagnosed with osteoporosis at an earlier age than most others. Osteoporosis starts in childhood, but its consequences are apparent at a later stage in life. This condition causes bones to become riddled with holes, like the framework of a house that's has been attacked by termites. This can lead to broken bones, which in turn, can cause deformity, chronic pain, and disability. Osteoporosis can be fatal: up to 25 percent of older people who suffer a broken hip die within a year. Osteoporosis isn't just your grandmother's health threat. Although it strikes over 50 million women in India, it also menaces over 12 million men. It is important to save millions of people from the risk of suffering from osteoporosis by adopting preventive measures like walking, jogging or skipping. Getting enough sunlight, and adequate calcium, especially through fruits, vegetables and fermented dairy products also helps.

According to the passage: People who ______ suffer from osteoporosis.

substitute a sedentary lifestyle with an active lifestyle

substitute milk with soft drinks

substitute fruits with vegetables

substitute sunlight with calcium

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q353:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Every time a child takes a soft drink, is he laying the groundwork for a dangerous bone disease? Fizzy and sugary drinks don't cause osteoporosis but, because they are often a substitute for a glass of milk, children miss out on taking in the calcium and vitamin D they need to build a strong skeleton. Many of them also lead a sedentary lifestyle, so they aren't getting the bone-building benefits of vigorous exercise either. These children tend to suffer from brittle bones and fractures later on in life. In addition, they could be at a risk of being diagnosed with osteoporosis at an earlier age than most others. Osteoporosis starts in childhood, but its consequences are apparent at a later stage in life. This condition causes bones to become riddled with holes, like the framework of a house that's has been attacked by termites. This can lead to broken bones, which in turn, can cause deformity, chronic pain, and disability. Osteoporosis can be fatal: up to 25 percent of older people who suffer a broken hip die within a year. Osteoporosis isn't just your grandmother's health threat. Although it strikes over 50 million women in India, it also menaces over 12 million men. It is important to save millions of people from the risk of suffering from osteoporosis by adopting preventive measures like walking, jogging or skipping. Getting enough sunlight, and adequate calcium, especially through fruits, vegetables and fermented dairy products also helps.

Which of the following is NOT a good preventive measure for osteoporosis?

Consumption of vitamin E adequately

Consuming fruits, vegetables & dairy products

Maintaining active life style

Ensuring enough dose of sunlight

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q354:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Swaminathan stretched lazily under the banyan tree, watching a slow trickle of afternoon sunlight filter through its dense leaves. The marketplace across the street hummed with life—vendors shouting over one another, bullock carts trundling along the dusty roads, and the occasional cycle bell ringing in protest. The smell of roasting peanuts drifted through the air, mingling with the earthy scent of Malgudi after a light drizzle. But Swami wasn’t thinking about the town’s lively bustle. He had arithmetic homework waiting at home, and his father’s stern voice still echoed in his mind: “No excuses, Swami. I expect it done before dinner.” He sighed, kicking a small stone into the road. He could hear his friends laughing somewhere behind him, playing cricket in the narrow lanes. The thought of numbers and sums weighed heavy on his mind, making the world outside seem even more tempting. The street dog, Tiger, sauntered toward him, tail wagging. “You have no homework to do, do you?” Swami muttered, scratching its ears. Tiger responded with an enthusiastic bark, making a passing shopkeeper chuckle. “Swaminathan! Come home at once,” his father’s voice boomed from the verandah. Swami winced. He stood up reluctantly, giving Tiger one last pat before trudging home, where ink-stained notebooks and difficult numbers awaited him.

According to the excerpt, what is Swami's primary internal conflict?

deliberating on how to run away from home

choosing between playing outside or completing his homework

bargaining with the street vendors about prices

wondering how to keep Tiger as his pet

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q355:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Swaminathan stretched lazily under the banyan tree, watching a slow trickle of afternoon sunlight filter through its dense leaves. The marketplace across the street hummed with life—vendors shouting over one another, bullock carts trundling along the dusty roads, and the occasional cycle bell ringing in protest. The smell of roasting peanuts drifted through the air, mingling with the earthy scent of Malgudi after a light drizzle. But Swami wasn’t thinking about the town’s lively bustle. He had arithmetic homework waiting at home, and his father’s stern voice still echoed in his mind: “No excuses, Swami. I expect it done before dinner.” He sighed, kicking a small stone into the road. He could hear his friends laughing somewhere behind him, playing cricket in the narrow lanes. The thought of numbers and sums weighed heavy on his mind, making the world outside seem even more tempting. The street dog, Tiger, sauntered toward him, tail wagging. “You have no homework to do, do you?” Swami muttered, scratching its ears. Tiger responded with an enthusiastic bark, making a passing shopkeeper chuckle. “Swaminathan! Come home at once,” his father’s voice boomed from the verandah. Swami winced. He stood up reluctantly, giving Tiger one last pat before trudging home, where ink-stained notebooks and difficult numbers awaited him.

What does Swami's interaction with the street dog symbolise?

His desire to escape homework and enjoy simple pleasures

His irresponsible and evasive nature

His habit of procrastination and disobeying his father

His attempt to find comfort in his pet

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q356:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Swaminathan stretched lazily under the banyan tree, watching a slow trickle of afternoon sunlight filter through its dense leaves. The marketplace across the street hummed with life—vendors shouting over one another, bullock carts trundling along the dusty roads, and the occasional cycle bell ringing in protest. The smell of roasting peanuts drifted through the air, mingling with the earthy scent of Malgudi after a light drizzle. But Swami wasn’t thinking about the town’s lively bustle. He had arithmetic homework waiting at home, and his father’s stern voice still echoed in his mind: “No excuses, Swami. I expect it done before dinner.” He sighed, kicking a small stone into the road. He could hear his friends laughing somewhere behind him, playing cricket in the narrow lanes. The thought of numbers and sums weighed heavy on his mind, making the world outside seem even more tempting. The street dog, Tiger, sauntered toward him, tail wagging. “You have no homework to do, do you?” Swami muttered, scratching its ears. Tiger responded with an enthusiastic bark, making a passing shopkeeper chuckle. “Swaminathan! Come home at once,” his father’s voice boomed from the verandah. Swami winced. He stood up reluctantly, giving Tiger one last pat before trudging home, where ink-stained notebooks and difficult numbers awaited him.

What does the word 'trudging' indicate in the given passage?

He raced back home

He headed home with heavy steps, unhappily.

He hopped and skipped back home

He lazily walked back home

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q357:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Swaminathan stretched lazily under the banyan tree, watching a slow trickle of afternoon sunlight filter through its dense leaves. The marketplace across the street hummed with life—vendors shouting over one another, bullock carts trundling along the dusty roads, and the occasional cycle bell ringing in protest. The smell of roasting peanuts drifted through the air, mingling with the earthy scent of Malgudi after a light drizzle. But Swami wasn’t thinking about the town’s lively bustle. He had arithmetic homework waiting at home, and his father’s stern voice still echoed in his mind: “No excuses, Swami. I expect it done before dinner.” He sighed, kicking a small stone into the road. He could hear his friends laughing somewhere behind him, playing cricket in the narrow lanes. The thought of numbers and sums weighed heavy on his mind, making the world outside seem even more tempting. The street dog, Tiger, sauntered toward him, tail wagging. “You have no homework to do, do you?” Swami muttered, scratching its ears. Tiger responded with an enthusiastic bark, making a passing shopkeeper chuckle. “Swaminathan! Come home at once,” his father’s voice boomed from the verandah. Swami winced. He stood up reluctantly, giving Tiger one last pat before trudging home, where ink-stained notebooks and difficult numbers awaited him.

According to the passage, which option best describes Swami's father?

An easy-going parent

A strict disciplinarian

An uncaring parent

An irresponsible parent

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q358:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Rainwater harvesting is an innovative method to conserve water by collecting and storing rainwater for future use. This practice has been an integral part of Indian culture for centuries, especially in arid and semi-arid regions. It is a simple, eco-friendly technique to address the growing water crisis caused by over extraction of groundwater, climate change, and increasing demand for freshwater resources. The process involves collecting rainwater from rooftops, roads or open spaces and directing it to storage tanks or underground reservoirs. This water can be used for domestic purposes like drinking, cooking and gardening as well as for recharging groundwater. Several states have made rainwater harvesting mandatory for buildings, significantly improving water availability and management. One major advantage of rainwater harvesting is that it reduces dependence on municipal water supplies, particularly during droughts. It also helps prevent flooding and soil erosion by capturing rainwater before it runs off into rivers or drains. Moreover, it is cost-effective, environmentally sustainable, and relatively easy to implement even on a small scale. However, challenges such as lack of awareness, poor maintenance and improper design of harvesting systems hinder its widespread adoption. With proper education, public participation and government support, rainwater harvesting can play a crucial role in water management. As the world faces increasing scarcity of water resources, rainwater harvesting offers a sustainable solution. By integrating this ancient practice into modern urban planning, we can secure water for future generations while preserving our environment and ecosystems.

Incorporating rainwater harvesting into urban planning

delays modern infrastructure development

increases municipal water supply costs

disrupts traditional water conservation methods

helps in ensuring sustainable water management

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q359:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Rainwater harvesting is an innovative method to conserve water by collecting and storing rainwater for future use. This practice has been an integral part of Indian culture for centuries, especially in arid and semi-arid regions. It is a simple, eco-friendly technique to address the growing water crisis caused by over extraction of groundwater, climate change, and increasing demand for freshwater resources. The process involves collecting rainwater from rooftops, roads or open spaces and directing it to storage tanks or underground reservoirs. This water can be used for domestic purposes like drinking, cooking and gardening as well as for recharging groundwater. Several states have made rainwater harvesting mandatory for buildings, significantly improving water availability and management. One major advantage of rainwater harvesting is that it reduces dependence on municipal water supplies, particularly during droughts. It also helps prevent flooding and soil erosion by capturing rainwater before it runs off into rivers or drains. Moreover, it is cost-effective, environmentally sustainable, and relatively easy to implement even on a small scale. However, challenges such as lack of awareness, poor maintenance and improper design of harvesting systems hinder its widespread adoption. With proper education, public participation and government support, rainwater harvesting can play a crucial role in water management. As the world faces increasing scarcity of water resources, rainwater harvesting offers a sustainable solution. By integrating this ancient practice into modern urban planning, we can secure water for future generations while preserving our environment and ecosystems.

A challenge to the widespread adoption of rainwater harvesting is _________

lack of awareness and poorly designed systems

surplus water availability in cities

high dependence on advanced technology

mandatory government regulations

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q360:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Rainwater harvesting is an innovative method to conserve water by collecting and storing rainwater for future use. This practice has been an integral part of Indian culture for centuries, especially in arid and semi-arid regions. It is a simple, eco-friendly technique to address the growing water crisis caused by over extraction of groundwater, climate change, and increasing demand for freshwater resources. The process involves collecting rainwater from rooftops, roads or open spaces and directing it to storage tanks or underground reservoirs. This water can be used for domestic purposes like drinking, cooking and gardening as well as for recharging groundwater. Several states have made rainwater harvesting mandatory for buildings, significantly improving water availability and management. One major advantage of rainwater harvesting is that it reduces dependence on municipal water supplies, particularly during droughts. It also helps prevent flooding and soil erosion by capturing rainwater before it runs off into rivers or drains. Moreover, it is cost-effective, environmentally sustainable, and relatively easy to implement even on a small scale. However, challenges such as lack of awareness, poor maintenance and improper design of harvesting systems hinder its widespread adoption. With proper education, public participation and government support, rainwater harvesting can play a crucial role in water management. As the world faces increasing scarcity of water resources, rainwater harvesting offers a sustainable solution. By integrating this ancient practice into modern urban planning, we can secure water for future generations while preserving our environment and ecosystems.

Rainwater harvesting helps in

increasing urban water runoff in reservoirs

reducing the need for groundwater extraction

sensitizing people about water wastage

delaying urban development projects

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q361:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Rainwater harvesting is an innovative method to conserve water by collecting and storing rainwater for future use. This practice has been an integral part of Indian culture for centuries, especially in arid and semi-arid regions. It is a simple, eco-friendly technique to address the growing water crisis caused by over extraction of groundwater, climate change, and increasing demand for freshwater resources. The process involves collecting rainwater from rooftops, roads or open spaces and directing it to storage tanks or underground reservoirs. This water can be used for domestic purposes like drinking, cooking and gardening as well as for recharging groundwater. Several states have made rainwater harvesting mandatory for buildings, significantly improving water availability and management. One major advantage of rainwater harvesting is that it reduces dependence on municipal water supplies, particularly during droughts. It also helps prevent flooding and soil erosion by capturing rainwater before it runs off into rivers or drains. Moreover, it is cost-effective, environmentally sustainable, and relatively easy to implement even on a small scale. However, challenges such as lack of awareness, poor maintenance and improper design of harvesting systems hinder its widespread adoption. With proper education, public participation and government support, rainwater harvesting can play a crucial role in water management. As the world faces increasing scarcity of water resources, rainwater harvesting offers a sustainable solution. By integrating this ancient practice into modern urban planning, we can secure water for future generations while preserving our environment and ecosystems.

Rainwater harvesting contributes in reducing

groundwater levels in urban areas

dependence on renewable water sources

soil erosion and urban flooding

the need for domestic water storage

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q362:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

A Day That Changed My Perspective It was a sweltering summer afternoon when I found myself stuck in the crowded lanes of Old Delhi. My purpose was simple: to buy a unique gift for a friend. As I meandered through the labyrinth of shops, the chaos of the market, the cacophony of honking rickshaws, vendors shouting their best prices, and the aroma of street food mingling with the scent of spices overwhelmed me. Frustrated and tired, I considered giving up. Just then, I noticed a young boy, no older than ten, sitting beside a small wooden cart. He was meticulously polishing a pair of dusty shoes with a focus that seemed far beyond his years. His shirt was torn, and his face glistened with sweat, yet his determination was unwavering. Intrigued, I approached him. "How long have you been working here?" I asked. "Since I was six," he replied without looking up. "I want to save enough money to go to school one day." His words struck me like a thunderbolt. Here was a child who, despite his hardships, nurtured a dream and was working tirelessly to achieve it. It was a stark reminder of the privileges I often took for granted. I left the market that day, not just with a gift, but with a renewed sense of gratitude and purpose. The boy's resilience reminded me that every challenge is an opportunity to grow, and every small step brings us closer to our dreams. That day, Old Delhi wasn't just a market—it was a lesson in life.

Fill in the blanks in List-I with the expressions from the text given in List-II on the basis of your understanding of the passage: | List-1 | List-II | | --- | --- | | (Sentences) | (expressions) | | (A) The news of my friend's tragic accident and left me at a loss of words. | (I) lesson in life | | (B) During our reunion after 11 years, it was natural that our conversation range of diverse subjects. | (II) took for granted | | (C) My visit to an orphanage in the neighborhood turned out to be a | (III) meandered through | | (D) Mohan always all the efforts his mother made to give him a decent upbringing. | (IV) struck me like a thunderbolt. | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q363:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

A Day That Changed My Perspective It was a sweltering summer afternoon when I found myself stuck in the crowded lanes of Old Delhi. My purpose was simple: to buy a unique gift for a friend. As I meandered through the labyrinth of shops, the chaos of the market, the cacophony of honking rickshaws, vendors shouting their best prices, and the aroma of street food mingling with the scent of spices overwhelmed me. Frustrated and tired, I considered giving up. Just then, I noticed a young boy, no older than ten, sitting beside a small wooden cart. He was meticulously polishing a pair of dusty shoes with a focus that seemed far beyond his years. His shirt was torn, and his face glistened with sweat, yet his determination was unwavering. Intrigued, I approached him. "How long have you been working here?" I asked. "Since I was six," he replied without looking up. "I want to save enough money to go to school one day." His words struck me like a thunderbolt. Here was a child who, despite his hardships, nurtured a dream and was working tirelessly to achieve it. It was a stark reminder of the privileges I often took for granted. I left the market that day, not just with a gift, but with a renewed sense of gratitude and purpose. The boy's resilience reminded me that every challenge is an opportunity to grow, and every small step brings us closer to our dreams. That day, Old Delhi wasn't just a market—it was a lesson in life.

The tone of the passage shifts from frustration to ________.

indifference

anger

despair

hopefulness

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q364:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

A Day That Changed My Perspective It was a sweltering summer afternoon when I found myself stuck in the crowded lanes of Old Delhi. My purpose was simple: to buy a unique gift for a friend. As I meandered through the labyrinth of shops, the chaos of the market, the cacophony of honking rickshaws, vendors shouting their best prices, and the aroma of street food mingling with the scent of spices overwhelmed me. Frustrated and tired, I considered giving up. Just then, I noticed a young boy, no older than ten, sitting beside a small wooden cart. He was meticulously polishing a pair of dusty shoes with a focus that seemed far beyond his years. His shirt was torn, and his face glistened with sweat, yet his determination was unwavering. Intrigued, I approached him. "How long have you been working here?" I asked. "Since I was six," he replied without looking up. "I want to save enough money to go to school one day." His words struck me like a thunderbolt. Here was a child who, despite his hardships, nurtured a dream and was working tirelessly to achieve it. It was a stark reminder of the privileges I often took for granted. I left the market that day, not just with a gift, but with a renewed sense of gratitude and purpose. The boy's resilience reminded me that every challenge is an opportunity to grow, and every small step brings us closer to our dreams. That day, Old Delhi wasn't just a market—it was a lesson in life.

What lesson did the narrator learn from the young boy?

Privileges are earned, not given by anyone in the world.

Gratitude and determination can reshape perspective

Education is unnecessary for personal growth

Success comes easily to those who work hard

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q365:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

A Day That Changed My Perspective It was a sweltering summer afternoon when I found myself stuck in the crowded lanes of Old Delhi. My purpose was simple: to buy a unique gift for a friend. As I meandered through the labyrinth of shops, the chaos of the market, the cacophony of honking rickshaws, vendors shouting their best prices, and the aroma of street food mingling with the scent of spices overwhelmed me. Frustrated and tired, I considered giving up. Just then, I noticed a young boy, no older than ten, sitting beside a small wooden cart. He was meticulously polishing a pair of dusty shoes with a focus that seemed far beyond his years. His shirt was torn, and his face glistened with sweat, yet his determination was unwavering. Intrigued, I approached him. "How long have you been working here?" I asked. "Since I was six," he replied without looking up. "I want to save enough money to go to school one day." His words struck me like a thunderbolt. Here was a child who, despite his hardships, nurtured a dream and was working tirelessly to achieve it. It was a stark reminder of the privileges I often took for granted. I left the market that day, not just with a gift, but with a renewed sense of gratitude and purpose. The boy's resilience reminded me that every challenge is an opportunity to grow, and every small step brings us closer to our dreams. That day, Old Delhi wasn't just a market—it was a lesson in life.

The young boy in the story worked tirelessly to save money because he

dreamt of attending school one day

wanted to buy a bicycle for himself

needed to support his family

was saving for a trip

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q366:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

It was a chilly evening in November when Arjun stood on the deserted platform of the old railway station. The clock read 10:15 PM, and the last train was expected soon. He had missed the earlier ones due to an unexpected delay at work. The platform was eerily quiet, the only sound being the distant hum of the city. A cold breeze swept through, making him pull his coat tighter. Arjun felt physically and emotionally drained. His life had been consumed by work and responsibilities, leaving little time for reflection and joy. Recently, a personal setback had left him questioning his choices. He wondered; What was the point of all the struggles if they didn't lead to fulfillment? The train, in some way, symbolised an escape, a way to leave behind everything that weighted on him and start afresh. As he stood there, the train's headlights appeared in the distance, cutting the mist like a beacon. The rumbling sound grew louder, and as it approached, Arjun's heart raced, unsure whether he was avoiding his reality. He stepped onto the train, the doors closing behind him with a soft hiss. Lost in thought, he gazed out of the window at the passing landscape, a mix of darkness and scattered lights. The journey ahead was uncertain, but for the first time in a long while, he felt a sense of possibility. Arjun realised that he wasn't running away; he was heading toward finding a chance to rediscover himself. Change wasn't the end-it was the beginning.

In the last paragraph — 'The passing landscape, a mix of darkness and scattered lights' truly reflects Arjun's state of mind, which is a mix of _________ and _________.

confusion: joy at clarity

conflict: struggle for resolution

uncertainty: hope for rediscovery

escape: effort for retention

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q367:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

It was a chilly evening in November when Arjun stood on the deserted platform of the old railway station. The clock read 10:15 PM, and the last train was expected soon. He had missed the earlier ones due to an unexpected delay at work. The platform was eerily quiet, the only sound being the distant hum of the city. A cold breeze swept through, making him pull his coat tighter. Arjun felt physically and emotionally drained. His life had been consumed by work and responsibilities, leaving little time for reflection and joy. Recently, a personal setback had left him questioning his choices. He wondered; What was the point of all the struggles if they didn't lead to fulfillment? The train, in some way, symbolised an escape, a way to leave behind everything that weighted on him and start afresh. As he stood there, the train's headlights appeared in the distance, cutting the mist like a beacon. The rumbling sound grew louder, and as it approached, Arjun's heart raced, unsure whether he was avoiding his reality. He stepped onto the train, the doors closing behind him with a soft hiss. Lost in thought, he gazed out of the window at the passing landscape, a mix of darkness and scattered lights. The journey ahead was uncertain, but for the first time in a long while, he felt a sense of possibility. Arjun realised that he wasn't running away; he was heading toward finding a chance to rediscover himself. Change wasn't the end-it was the beginning.

Complete the given statement: For Arjun, the train approaching through the mist symbolised _______________.

an encumbrance and challenge

liberation and renewal

apprehension and anxiety

conflict and struggle

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q368:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

It was a chilly evening in November when Arjun stood on the deserted platform of the old railway station. The clock read 10:15 PM, and the last train was expected soon. He had missed the earlier ones due to an unexpected delay at work. The platform was eerily quiet, the only sound being the distant hum of the city. A cold breeze swept through, making him pull his coat tighter. Arjun felt physically and emotionally drained. His life had been consumed by work and responsibilities, leaving little time for reflection and joy. Recently, a personal setback had left him questioning his choices. He wondered; What was the point of all the struggles if they didn't lead to fulfillment? The train, in some way, symbolised an escape, a way to leave behind everything that weighted on him and start afresh. As he stood there, the train's headlights appeared in the distance, cutting the mist like a beacon. The rumbling sound grew louder, and as it approached, Arjun's heart raced, unsure whether he was avoiding his reality. He stepped onto the train, the doors closing behind him with a soft hiss. Lost in thought, he gazed out of the window at the passing landscape, a mix of darkness and scattered lights. The journey ahead was uncertain, but for the first time in a long while, he felt a sense of possibility. Arjun realised that he wasn't running away; he was heading toward finding a chance to rediscover himself. Change wasn't the end-it was the beginning.

The passage primarily emphasises _____________.

the importance of hard work over reflection

the futility of running away from problems

the challenges of urban life

the need to embrace change for personal growth

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q369:

29 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

It was a chilly evening in November when Arjun stood on the deserted platform of the old railway station. The clock read 10:15 PM, and the last train was expected soon. He had missed the earlier ones due to an unexpected delay at work. The platform was eerily quiet, the only sound being the distant hum of the city. A cold breeze swept through, making him pull his coat tighter. Arjun felt physically and emotionally drained. His life had been consumed by work and responsibilities, leaving little time for reflection and joy. Recently, a personal setback had left him questioning his choices. He wondered; What was the point of all the struggles if they didn't lead to fulfillment? The train, in some way, symbolised an escape, a way to leave behind everything that weighted on him and start afresh. As he stood there, the train's headlights appeared in the distance, cutting the mist like a beacon. The rumbling sound grew louder, and as it approached, Arjun's heart raced, unsure whether he was avoiding his reality. He stepped onto the train, the doors closing behind him with a soft hiss. Lost in thought, he gazed out of the window at the passing landscape, a mix of darkness and scattered lights. The journey ahead was uncertain, but for the first time in a long while, he felt a sense of possibility. Arjun realised that he wasn't running away; he was heading toward finding a chance to rediscover himself. Change wasn't the end-it was the beginning.

The literary device used in the expression — 'the doors closing behind him with a soft hiss' is _________.

Alliteration and Metaphor

Transferred epithet

Metaphor and Personification

Onomatopoeia and Alliteration

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q370:

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

Explanation →

Q371:

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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Q372:

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 →

Q373:

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

Explanation →

Q374:

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

Explanation →

Q375:

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

Explanation →

Q376:

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

Explanation →

Q377:

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

Explanation →

Q378:

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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Q379:

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 →

Q380:

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 →

Q381:

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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Q382:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Virtues are the result of repeated actions, as habits lay the foundation of moral excellence. Right from the beginning of their lives, children are taught good habits by their parents and teachers. Magnanimity, helpfulness and sacrifice are great virtues which need to be well cultivated in human beings. Trees give shade for the benefit of others, while they themselves stand enduring the scorching heat of the sun. They selflessly bear the fruit which is consumed by birds, animals and human beings. Rivers travel hundreds of kilometers, irrigating the land and providing water for all living beings. Flowers spread their scent to make the environment pleasant. Nature teaches us to tolerate pain for the sake of service to others. Henna yields its reddish hue when ground into a paste. Sugarcane yields sweet juice when it is pressed. Flowers get pierced through with a needle to embellish us with garlands. The character of virtuous men and women is also like the above things and elements of Nature. What is the use of this perishable and mortal frame if it is not used for the benefit of others? To live our life only for ourselves is to live like cats and dogs. People who are noble at heart do not abandon human virtues even if they have to lose their lives. A Sanskrit couplet says "Whether men praise them or no, whether they get riches or no, whether they live long or soon die, the virtuous will never waver from the path of righteousness."

Which of the following does not exemplify 'endurance', according to the passage?

Trees enduring the scorching heat of the Sun

Sugarcane getting pressed to yield juice

Trees bearing fruit and flowers spreading fragrance

Henna being ground and turned into a paste

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q383:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Virtues are the result of repeated actions, as habits lay the foundation of moral excellence. Right from the beginning of their lives, children are taught good habits by their parents and teachers. Magnanimity, helpfulness and sacrifice are great virtues which need to be well cultivated in human beings. Trees give shade for the benefit of others, while they themselves stand enduring the scorching heat of the sun. They selflessly bear the fruit which is consumed by birds, animals and human beings. Rivers travel hundreds of kilometers, irrigating the land and providing water for all living beings. Flowers spread their scent to make the environment pleasant. Nature teaches us to tolerate pain for the sake of service to others. Henna yields its reddish hue when ground into a paste. Sugarcane yields sweet juice when it is pressed. Flowers get pierced through with a needle to embellish us with garlands. The character of virtuous men and women is also like the above things and elements of Nature. What is the use of this perishable and mortal frame if it is not used for the benefit of others? To live our life only for ourselves is to live like cats and dogs. People who are noble at heart do not abandon human virtues even if they have to lose their lives. A Sanskrit couplet says "Whether men praise them or no, whether they get riches or no, whether they live long or soon die, the virtuous will never waver from the path of righteousness."

According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true?

Parents and teachers inculcate good habits in children from the early stages

There are parallels between the character of virtuous human beings and Nature

Ethical behaviour is not dependent upon praise or reward

The virtuous deviate from their path, if they aren't duly acknowledged.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q384:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Virtues are the result of repeated actions, as habits lay the foundation of moral excellence. Right from the beginning of their lives, children are taught good habits by their parents and teachers. Magnanimity, helpfulness and sacrifice are great virtues which need to be well cultivated in human beings. Trees give shade for the benefit of others, while they themselves stand enduring the scorching heat of the sun. They selflessly bear the fruit which is consumed by birds, animals and human beings. Rivers travel hundreds of kilometers, irrigating the land and providing water for all living beings. Flowers spread their scent to make the environment pleasant. Nature teaches us to tolerate pain for the sake of service to others. Henna yields its reddish hue when ground into a paste. Sugarcane yields sweet juice when it is pressed. Flowers get pierced through with a needle to embellish us with garlands. The character of virtuous men and women is also like the above things and elements of Nature. What is the use of this perishable and mortal frame if it is not used for the benefit of others? To live our life only for ourselves is to live like cats and dogs. People who are noble at heart do not abandon human virtues even if they have to lose their lives. A Sanskrit couplet says "Whether men praise them or no, whether they get riches or no, whether they live long or soon die, the virtuous will never waver from the path of righteousness."

In the passage, what is meant by "mortal frame"?

Nature

Animals

Land

Human body

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q385:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Virtues are the result of repeated actions, as habits lay the foundation of moral excellence. Right from the beginning of their lives, children are taught good habits by their parents and teachers. Magnanimity, helpfulness and sacrifice are great virtues which need to be well cultivated in human beings. Trees give shade for the benefit of others, while they themselves stand enduring the scorching heat of the sun. They selflessly bear the fruit which is consumed by birds, animals and human beings. Rivers travel hundreds of kilometers, irrigating the land and providing water for all living beings. Flowers spread their scent to make the environment pleasant. Nature teaches us to tolerate pain for the sake of service to others. Henna yields its reddish hue when ground into a paste. Sugarcane yields sweet juice when it is pressed. Flowers get pierced through with a needle to embellish us with garlands. The character of virtuous men and women is also like the above things and elements of Nature. What is the use of this perishable and mortal frame if it is not used for the benefit of others? To live our life only for ourselves is to live like cats and dogs. People who are noble at heart do not abandon human virtues even if they have to lose their lives. A Sanskrit couplet says "Whether men praise them or no, whether they get riches or no, whether they live long or soon die, the virtuous will never waver from the path of righteousness."

Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?

Being truthful is the most important sign of virtuosity

Nature teaches us to endure pain and serve others

A self-centred existence is a bestial existence

Not abandoning the right path even in the face of death

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q386:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Uma could not sing; but since learning to write, she had developed the habit of writing down any song she heard, to lessen the pain of not being able to sing it. Today the beggar woman was singing... Resentful anguish welled up in Uma's heart. She called the singer secretly to her room, shut the door and began to write down the song in her eccentric spelling. Tilakmanjari, Kanakmanjari and Anangamanjari observed everything through the crack in the door, and burst out, clapping their hands, "Boudidi, we've seen what you're doing!" Uma quickly unfastened the door and began to plead with them, "Darling sisters, please don't tell anybody. I beg you, please don't. I'll never do it again. I'll never write again _" At length, Uma noticed that Tilakmanjari was eyeing her exercise-book. She ran and clutched the book to her chest. Her sisters-in-law tried to take it away from her by force, but when they did not succeed, Anangamanjari went to summon her brother. Pyarimohan arrived and sat down grimly on the bed. He said in a voice like thunder, "Give me the exercise-book." The little girl clasped the exercise-book to her chest and directed a glance of utter supplication at her husband's face. But when she saw Pyarimohan was getting up to snatch the book from her, she flung it down, covered her face with her hands and collapsed on the floor.

Why did Uma develop the habit of writing down any song she heard?

To alleviate her anguish at her lack of skill at singing

To work upon and enhance her recently acquired skill at writing

To compile all the songs in her exercise book

To be able to learn to sing the song later

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q387:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Uma could not sing; but since learning to write, she had developed the habit of writing down any song she heard, to lessen the pain of not being able to sing it. Today the beggar woman was singing... Resentful anguish welled up in Uma's heart. She called the singer secretly to her room, shut the door and began to write down the song in her eccentric spelling. Tilakmanjari, Kanakmanjari and Anangamanjari observed everything through the crack in the door, and burst out, clapping their hands, "Boudidi, we've seen what you're doing!" Uma quickly unfastened the door and began to plead with them, "Darling sisters, please don't tell anybody. I beg you, please don't. I'll never do it again. I'll never write again _" At length, Uma noticed that Tilakmanjari was eyeing her exercise-book. She ran and clutched the book to her chest. Her sisters-in-law tried to take it away from her by force, but when they did not succeed, Anangamanjari went to summon her brother. Pyarimohan arrived and sat down grimly on the bed. He said in a voice like thunder, "Give me the exercise-book." The little girl clasped the exercise-book to her chest and directed a glance of utter supplication at her husband's face. But when she saw Pyarimohan was getting up to snatch the book from her, she flung it down, covered her face with her hands and collapsed on the floor.

What is meant by "eccentric" in the passage?

neat and beautiful

strange and incorrect

written in the upper case

written in European languages

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q388:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Uma could not sing; but since learning to write, she had developed the habit of writing down any song she heard, to lessen the pain of not being able to sing it. Today the beggar woman was singing... Resentful anguish welled up in Uma's heart. She called the singer secretly to her room, shut the door and began to write down the song in her eccentric spelling. Tilakmanjari, Kanakmanjari and Anangamanjari observed everything through the crack in the door, and burst out, clapping their hands, "Boudidi, we've seen what you're doing!" Uma quickly unfastened the door and began to plead with them, "Darling sisters, please don't tell anybody. I beg you, please don't. I'll never do it again. I'll never write again _" At length, Uma noticed that Tilakmanjari was eyeing her exercise-book. She ran and clutched the book to her chest. Her sisters-in-law tried to take it away from her by force, but when they did not succeed, Anangamanjari went to summon her brother. Pyarimohan arrived and sat down grimly on the bed. He said in a voice like thunder, "Give me the exercise-book." The little girl clasped the exercise-book to her chest and directed a glance of utter supplication at her husband's face. But when she saw Pyarimohan was getting up to snatch the book from her, she flung it down, covered her face with her hands and collapsed on the floor.

What does the phrase 'a glance of utter supplication' mean in the passage?

an extremely angry and irritated look

a look of total excitement

a look showing celebration

a look of request and prayer

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q389:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Uma could not sing; but since learning to write, she had developed the habit of writing down any song she heard, to lessen the pain of not being able to sing it. Today the beggar woman was singing... Resentful anguish welled up in Uma's heart. She called the singer secretly to her room, shut the door and began to write down the song in her eccentric spelling. Tilakmanjari, Kanakmanjari and Anangamanjari observed everything through the crack in the door, and burst out, clapping their hands, "Boudidi, we've seen what you're doing!" Uma quickly unfastened the door and began to plead with them, "Darling sisters, please don't tell anybody. I beg you, please don't. I'll never do it again. I'll never write again _" At length, Uma noticed that Tilakmanjari was eyeing her exercise-book. She ran and clutched the book to her chest. Her sisters-in-law tried to take it away from her by force, but when they did not succeed, Anangamanjari went to summon her brother. Pyarimohan arrived and sat down grimly on the bed. He said in a voice like thunder, "Give me the exercise-book." The little girl clasped the exercise-book to her chest and directed a glance of utter supplication at her husband's face. But when she saw Pyarimohan was getting up to snatch the book from her, she flung it down, covered her face with her hands and collapsed on the floor.

Pyarimohan is bound to Uma by __________.

paternal-ties

the bond of friendship

marital- ties

fraternal- ties

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q390:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Solace. He turned the roll of paper between his fingers and wondered if that had not been his error—to search always for solace when there was other game to hunt in the forest. Had he had more spirit, more nerve, more desire and ambition, then perhaps he would have instead hunted for success, distinction, magic. Perhaps he would have followed in pursuit of an art, published a book of poetry, earned a name for himself, a little fame, even gold bangles for Sarla... But the thought was puerile that it was made him spit out a bitter shred of tobacco. Every effort he had made had ended in defeat: most of the poems he had written and sent to Murad had been rejected, his monograph never published; his wife and son eyed him with blatant disappointment; nor had he won the regard of his colleagues or students. The inherent weakness in his father that had made him an ineffectual, if harmless, teacher and householder, had been passed on to him. He felt it inside him like an empty hole, one he had been staring at all his years, intimidated by its blackness and blankness. Even his attempt to fill it with a genuine and heartfelt homage to a true poet, a man who had distinguished himself as he would have liked to do, had been defeated by all the obstacles that sprang up in his life like shards and pebbles sent up at every step. It was one more blow, and perhaps the bitterest of all.

Who does Deven blame for his failure in life?

His wife and son

His lack of creativity

His father's submissive and timid nature

His inherited activism and assertiveness

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q391:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Solace. He turned the roll of paper between his fingers and wondered if that had not been his error—to search always for solace when there was other game to hunt in the forest. Had he had more spirit, more nerve, more desire and ambition, then perhaps he would have instead hunted for success, distinction, magic. Perhaps he would have followed in pursuit of an art, published a book of poetry, earned a name for himself, a little fame, even gold bangles for Sarla... But the thought was puerile that it was made him spit out a bitter shred of tobacco. Every effort he had made had ended in defeat: most of the poems he had written and sent to Murad had been rejected, his monograph never published; his wife and son eyed him with blatant disappointment; nor had he won the regard of his colleagues or students. The inherent weakness in his father that had made him an ineffectual, if harmless, teacher and householder, had been passed on to him. He felt it inside him like an empty hole, one he had been staring at all his years, intimidated by its blackness and blankness. Even his attempt to fill it with a genuine and heartfelt homage to a true poet, a man who had distinguished himself as he would have liked to do, had been defeated by all the obstacles that sprang up in his life like shards and pebbles sent up at every step. It was one more blow, and perhaps the bitterest of all.

On the basis of your reading identify the tone of the passage.

Contemptuous

Mournful

Satarical

Disillusioned

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q392:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Solace. He turned the roll of paper between his fingers and wondered if that had not been his error—to search always for solace when there was other game to hunt in the forest. Had he had more spirit, more nerve, more desire and ambition, then perhaps he would have instead hunted for success, distinction, magic. Perhaps he would have followed in pursuit of an art, published a book of poetry, earned a name for himself, a little fame, even gold bangles for Sarla... But the thought was puerile that it was made him spit out a bitter shred of tobacco. Every effort he had made had ended in defeat: most of the poems he had written and sent to Murad had been rejected, his monograph never published; his wife and son eyed him with blatant disappointment; nor had he won the regard of his colleagues or students. The inherent weakness in his father that had made him an ineffectual, if harmless, teacher and householder, had been passed on to him. He felt it inside him like an empty hole, one he had been staring at all his years, intimidated by its blackness and blankness. Even his attempt to fill it with a genuine and heartfelt homage to a true poet, a man who had distinguished himself as he would have liked to do, had been defeated by all the obstacles that sprang up in his life like shards and pebbles sent up at every step. It was one more blow, and perhaps the bitterest of all.

Choose a word similar in meaning to the word- Puerile

Childish

melancholy

cosmopolitan

precocious

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q393:

27 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Solace. He turned the roll of paper between his fingers and wondered if that had not been his error—to search always for solace when there was other game to hunt in the forest. Had he had more spirit, more nerve, more desire and ambition, then perhaps he would have instead hunted for success, distinction, magic. Perhaps he would have followed in pursuit of an art, published a book of poetry, earned a name for himself, a little fame, even gold bangles for Sarla... But the thought was puerile that it was made him spit out a bitter shred of tobacco. Every effort he had made had ended in defeat: most of the poems he had written and sent to Murad had been rejected, his monograph never published; his wife and son eyed him with blatant disappointment; nor had he won the regard of his colleagues or students. The inherent weakness in his father that had made him an ineffectual, if harmless, teacher and householder, had been passed on to him. He felt it inside him like an empty hole, one he had been staring at all his years, intimidated by its blackness and blankness. Even his attempt to fill it with a genuine and heartfelt homage to a true poet, a man who had distinguished himself as he would have liked to do, had been defeated by all the obstacles that sprang up in his life like shards and pebbles sent up at every step. It was one more blow, and perhaps the bitterest of all.

What does the word 'game' in the given phrase symbolise, 'other games to hunt in the forest'

Wild animals in the forest

Desires or goals being pursued

Playful activities

Rules of a competition

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q394:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Day had broken cold and grey when the man turned aside from the main Yukon trail. He climbed the high earth‑bank where a little‑travelled trail led east through the pine forest. It was a high bank, and he paused to breathe at the top. He excused the act to himself by looking at his watch. It was nine o’clock in the morning. There was no sun or promise of sun, although there was not a cloud in the sky. It was a clear day. However, there seemed to be an indescribable darkness over the face of things. That was because the sun was absent from the sky. This fact did not worry the man. He was not alarmed by the lack of sun. It had been days since he had seen the sun. The man looked along the way he had come. The Yukon lay a mile wide and hidden under three feet of ice. On top of this ice were as many feet of snow. It was all pure white. North and south, as far as his eye could see, it was unbroken white. The one thing that relieved the whiteness was a thin dark line that curved from the pine‑covered island to the south. It curved into the north, where it disappeared behind another pine‑covered island. This dark line was the trail—the main trail. But all this—the distant trail, no sun in the sky, the great cold, and the strangeness of it all—had no effect on the man.

What was the man's attitude towards the cold weather?

He was fearful and hesitant to continue

He was excited to face the challenge

He was constantly worrying about the weather

He was indifferent and did not see it as significant

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q395:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Day had broken cold and grey when the man turned aside from the main Yukon trail. He climbed the high earth‑bank where a little‑travelled trail led east through the pine forest. It was a high bank, and he paused to breathe at the top. He excused the act to himself by looking at his watch. It was nine o’clock in the morning. There was no sun or promise of sun, although there was not a cloud in the sky. It was a clear day. However, there seemed to be an indescribable darkness over the face of things. That was because the sun was absent from the sky. This fact did not worry the man. He was not alarmed by the lack of sun. It had been days since he had seen the sun. The man looked along the way he had come. The Yukon lay a mile wide and hidden under three feet of ice. On top of this ice were as many feet of snow. It was all pure white. North and south, as far as his eye could see, it was unbroken white. The one thing that relieved the whiteness was a thin dark line that curved from the pine‑covered island to the south. It curved into the north, where it disappeared behind another pine‑covered island. This dark line was the trail—the main trail. But all this—the distant trail, no sun in the sky, the great cold, and the strangeness of it all—had no effect on the man.

Why did the man pause at the top of the high earth-bank?

To admire the view

To look at the sun

To catch his breath

To decide which trail to take

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q396:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Day had broken cold and grey when the man turned aside from the main Yukon trail. He climbed the high earth‑bank where a little‑travelled trail led east through the pine forest. It was a high bank, and he paused to breathe at the top. He excused the act to himself by looking at his watch. It was nine o’clock in the morning. There was no sun or promise of sun, although there was not a cloud in the sky. It was a clear day. However, there seemed to be an indescribable darkness over the face of things. That was because the sun was absent from the sky. This fact did not worry the man. He was not alarmed by the lack of sun. It had been days since he had seen the sun. The man looked along the way he had come. The Yukon lay a mile wide and hidden under three feet of ice. On top of this ice were as many feet of snow. It was all pure white. North and south, as far as his eye could see, it was unbroken white. The one thing that relieved the whiteness was a thin dark line that curved from the pine‑covered island to the south. It curved into the north, where it disappeared behind another pine‑covered island. This dark line was the trail—the main trail. But all this—the distant trail, no sun in the sky, the great cold, and the strangeness of it all—had no effect on the man.

What was the thin dark line visible in the unbroken whiteness of the landscape?

A river

A trail

A shadow of the trees

A crack in the ice

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q397:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Day had broken cold and grey when the man turned aside from the main Yukon trail. He climbed the high earth‑bank where a little‑travelled trail led east through the pine forest. It was a high bank, and he paused to breathe at the top. He excused the act to himself by looking at his watch. It was nine o’clock in the morning. There was no sun or promise of sun, although there was not a cloud in the sky. It was a clear day. However, there seemed to be an indescribable darkness over the face of things. That was because the sun was absent from the sky. This fact did not worry the man. He was not alarmed by the lack of sun. It had been days since he had seen the sun. The man looked along the way he had come. The Yukon lay a mile wide and hidden under three feet of ice. On top of this ice were as many feet of snow. It was all pure white. North and south, as far as his eye could see, it was unbroken white. The one thing that relieved the whiteness was a thin dark line that curved from the pine‑covered island to the south. It curved into the north, where it disappeared behind another pine‑covered island. This dark line was the trail—the main trail. But all this—the distant trail, no sun in the sky, the great cold, and the strangeness of it all—had no effect on the man.

What was the primary color dominating the landscape?

White

Grey

Blue

Green

Correct Answer

Option 1,2

Correct Answer

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Q398:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

In 1991, the 87-year-old J.R.D. Tata had been the chairman of the Tata Group for over 50 years. The group was known for its stability but lacked energy and dynamism. That year, a relatively young Ratan Tata, aged 53, was chosen as the new chairman. His selection raised doubts about his capabilities and acceptability, especially among the older leadership. However, these questions were answered over time, and Ratan Tata gradually earned acceptance, often by making tough changes. Two decades later, as Ratan Tata planned his retirement in 2012, the Tata Group had transformed into a symbol of vibrancy and innovation. Under his leadership, the group embraced daring ideas, expanded overseas, and maintained a tight brand discipline. As Rahul Bajaj remarked, “Ratan Tata has changed the DNA—almost entirely for the better.” When India began its journey of liberalization, globalization, and privatization in 1991, the Tata Group underwent a significant transition with Ratan Tata taking over from J.R.D. Tata. The older leadership, loyal to J.R.D., initially resisted the change, as Ratan Tata had no major achievements to inspire confidence. Still, J.R.D.’s decision went unquestioned, and Ratan Tata’s era began. With the introduction of a younger leadership, the Tata Group evolved into a forward-thinking organization, pioneering bold strategies and maintaining its status as a leader in Indian industry.

Why Ratan Tata's appointment as chairman initially raise doubts among the senior members of the board?

He was inexperienced and unfamiliar with the Tata Group

He opposed the group's traditional methods

He was young and had no major achievements to his credit

He was unwilling to take on the role

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q399:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

In 1991, the 87-year-old J.R.D. Tata had been the chairman of the Tata Group for over 50 years. The group was known for its stability but lacked energy and dynamism. That year, a relatively young Ratan Tata, aged 53, was chosen as the new chairman. His selection raised doubts about his capabilities and acceptability, especially among the older leadership. However, these questions were answered over time, and Ratan Tata gradually earned acceptance, often by making tough changes. Two decades later, as Ratan Tata planned his retirement in 2012, the Tata Group had transformed into a symbol of vibrancy and innovation. Under his leadership, the group embraced daring ideas, expanded overseas, and maintained a tight brand discipline. As Rahul Bajaj remarked, “Ratan Tata has changed the DNA—almost entirely for the better.” When India began its journey of liberalization, globalization, and privatization in 1991, the Tata Group underwent a significant transition with Ratan Tata taking over from J.R.D. Tata. The older leadership, loyal to J.R.D., initially resisted the change, as Ratan Tata had no major achievements to inspire confidence. Still, J.R.D.’s decision went unquestioned, and Ratan Tata’s era began. With the introduction of a younger leadership, the Tata Group evolved into a forward-thinking organization, pioneering bold strategies and maintaining its status as a leader in Indian industry.

Choose the statement that best reflects Ratan Tata's impact on the Tata Group:

He introduced bold ideas and expanded the group globally

He maintained the group's traditional approach without changes

He focused solely on domestic markets to ensure stability

He relied entirely on J.R.D.'s leadership style.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q400:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

In 1991, the 87-year-old J.R.D. Tata had been the chairman of the Tata Group for over 50 years. The group was known for its stability but lacked energy and dynamism. That year, a relatively young Ratan Tata, aged 53, was chosen as the new chairman. His selection raised doubts about his capabilities and acceptability, especially among the older leadership. However, these questions were answered over time, and Ratan Tata gradually earned acceptance, often by making tough changes. Two decades later, as Ratan Tata planned his retirement in 2012, the Tata Group had transformed into a symbol of vibrancy and innovation. Under his leadership, the group embraced daring ideas, expanded overseas, and maintained a tight brand discipline. As Rahul Bajaj remarked, “Ratan Tata has changed the DNA—almost entirely for the better.” When India began its journey of liberalization, globalization, and privatization in 1991, the Tata Group underwent a significant transition with Ratan Tata taking over from J.R.D. Tata. The older leadership, loyal to J.R.D., initially resisted the change, as Ratan Tata had no major achievements to inspire confidence. Still, J.R.D.’s decision went unquestioned, and Ratan Tata’s era began. With the introduction of a younger leadership, the Tata Group evolved into a forward-thinking organization, pioneering bold strategies and maintaining its status as a leader in Indian industry.

Select the characteristic that best describes the Tata Group before Ratan Tata's leadership:

Dynamic and forward-thinking

Stable but lacking energy

Innovative and risk-taking

Global and expansion-focused

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q401:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

In 1991, the 87-year-old J.R.D. Tata had been the chairman of the Tata Group for over 50 years. The group was known for its stability but lacked energy and dynamism. That year, a relatively young Ratan Tata, aged 53, was chosen as the new chairman. His selection raised doubts about his capabilities and acceptability, especially among the older leadership. However, these questions were answered over time, and Ratan Tata gradually earned acceptance, often by making tough changes. Two decades later, as Ratan Tata planned his retirement in 2012, the Tata Group had transformed into a symbol of vibrancy and innovation. Under his leadership, the group embraced daring ideas, expanded overseas, and maintained a tight brand discipline. As Rahul Bajaj remarked, “Ratan Tata has changed the DNA—almost entirely for the better.” When India began its journey of liberalization, globalization, and privatization in 1991, the Tata Group underwent a significant transition with Ratan Tata taking over from J.R.D. Tata. The older leadership, loyal to J.R.D., initially resisted the change, as Ratan Tata had no major achievements to inspire confidence. Still, J.R.D.’s decision went unquestioned, and Ratan Tata’s era began. With the introduction of a younger leadership, the Tata Group evolved into a forward-thinking organization, pioneering bold strategies and maintaining its status as a leader in Indian industry.

How did the Tata Group's leadership style change under Ratan Tata?

It emerged as a rigid and cautious enterprise

It focused on preserving the traditions and culture

It evolved into a vibrant and innovative organization

It avoided any major risks or transformations

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q402:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

He had no idea what it would be like, of course, and was pleased when Robinson Street proved to be leafy and relatively quiet, lined with large mansions. Number twenty-two was one of the older buildings, a massive four-storey edifice, studded with graceful columned balconies: probably once the grandest building on the street, its Doric facade was now much bruised and discoloured, its plaster blacked with mildew. He went up to the fourth floor in a rattling birdcage of a lift that ascended through the center of a winding teak wood staircase. When the lift came to a stop, Murugan stepped gingerly on to the splintered planks of a wooden landing. A beam of sunlight, shining through a hole in a stained-glass window, revealed a small sign beside the tall door to his right. It said: ‘The Robinson Guest House’. Beneath it was a nameplate for ‘N. Aratounian’. Dragging his leather suitcase behind him, Murugan went to the door and rang the bell. Several minutes later, he heard footsteps on the other side. The door swung open, and he found himself looking at an ashen-faced, elderly woman in a frayed dressing gown and rubber slippers. ‘Hi,’ said Murugan, sticking out a hand. ‘Any vacancies today?’ Ignoring his hand, the woman looked him up and down, frowning through her gold rimmed bifocals.

Murugan went to Robinson guest house _________.

to spy on the elderly woman

in the hope of finding work

to spend some quiet time in Robinson Street

to explore the mystery of the guest house

Correct Answer

Option 2,3

Correct Answer

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Q403:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

He had no idea what it would be like, of course, and was pleased when Robinson Street proved to be leafy and relatively quiet, lined with large mansions. Number twenty-two was one of the older buildings, a massive four-storey edifice, studded with graceful columned balconies: probably once the grandest building on the street, its Doric facade was now much bruised and discoloured, its plaster blacked with mildew. He went up to the fourth floor in a rattling birdcage of a lift that ascended through the center of a winding teak wood staircase. When the lift came to a stop, Murugan stepped gingerly on to the splintered planks of a wooden landing. A beam of sunlight, shining through a hole in a stained-glass window, revealed a small sign beside the tall door to his right. It said: ‘The Robinson Guest House’. Beneath it was a nameplate for ‘N. Aratounian’. Dragging his leather suitcase behind him, Murugan went to the door and rang the bell. Several minutes later, he heard footsteps on the other side. The door swung open, and he found himself looking at an ashen-faced, elderly woman in a frayed dressing gown and rubber slippers. ‘Hi,’ said Murugan, sticking out a hand. ‘Any vacancies today?’ Ignoring his hand, the woman looked him up and down, frowning through her gold rimmed bifocals.

In the expression 'rattling birdcage of a lift' what is the figure of speech used?

Metaphor

Simile

Oxymoron

Transferred Epithet

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q404:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

He had no idea what it would be like, of course, and was pleased when Robinson Street proved to be leafy and relatively quiet, lined with large mansions. Number twenty-two was one of the older buildings, a massive four-storey edifice, studded with graceful columned balconies: probably once the grandest building on the street, its Doric facade was now much bruised and discoloured, its plaster blacked with mildew. He went up to the fourth floor in a rattling birdcage of a lift that ascended through the center of a winding teak wood staircase. When the lift came to a stop, Murugan stepped gingerly on to the splintered planks of a wooden landing. A beam of sunlight, shining through a hole in a stained-glass window, revealed a small sign beside the tall door to his right. It said: ‘The Robinson Guest House’. Beneath it was a nameplate for ‘N. Aratounian’. Dragging his leather suitcase behind him, Murugan went to the door and rang the bell. Several minutes later, he heard footsteps on the other side. The door swung open, and he found himself looking at an ashen-faced, elderly woman in a frayed dressing gown and rubber slippers. ‘Hi,’ said Murugan, sticking out a hand. ‘Any vacancies today?’ Ignoring his hand, the woman looked him up and down, frowning through her gold rimmed bifocals.

Match the expressions used in the passage in List-I with their correct meanings from List-II: | List-I (Expressions) | List-II (Meanings) | |---|---| | (A) ashen -faced | (I) old architectural front | | (B) gingerly | (II) marked with fungus | | (C) Doric facade | (III) pale or colourless | | (D) blacked with mildew | (IV) in a careful way | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q405:

26 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Hard

He had no idea what it would be like, of course, and was pleased when Robinson Street proved to be leafy and relatively quiet, lined with large mansions. Number twenty-two was one of the older buildings, a massive four-storey edifice, studded with graceful columned balconies: probably once the grandest building on the street, its Doric facade was now much bruised and discoloured, its plaster blacked with mildew. He went up to the fourth floor in a rattling birdcage of a lift that ascended through the center of a winding teak wood staircase. When the lift came to a stop, Murugan stepped gingerly on to the splintered planks of a wooden landing. A beam of sunlight, shining through a hole in a stained-glass window, revealed a small sign beside the tall door to his right. It said: ‘The Robinson Guest House’. Beneath it was a nameplate for ‘N. Aratounian’. Dragging his leather suitcase behind him, Murugan went to the door and rang the bell. Several minutes later, he heard footsteps on the other side. The door swung open, and he found himself looking at an ashen-faced, elderly woman in a frayed dressing gown and rubber slippers. ‘Hi,’ said Murugan, sticking out a hand. ‘Any vacancies today?’ Ignoring his hand, the woman looked him up and down, frowning through her gold rimmed bifocals.

The attitude of the elderly woman towards Murugan was____________ .

pleasant and welcoming

effusive and garrulous

taciturn and placid

disdainful and irritating

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q406:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The aim of life should be to reach one’s full potential in body, mind, heart, and spirit. When we see an electric bulb, we think of Thomas Edison, the inventor of the bulb and lighting system. The sound of an aeroplane reminds us of the Wright Brothers, who proved man could fly. A ringing telephone brings to mind Alexander Graham Bell. A unique scientist, Sir C.V. Raman, pondered why the horizon looks blue during sea travel, leading to his Nobel Prize-winning explanation of light scattering. The world is fortunate to have Mahatma Gandhi, who fought for India’s independence and inspired South Africa’s fight against apartheid. Madam Marie Curie won two Nobel Prizes—one in 1903 for discovering radium and another in 1911 for her research in chemistry. She is the discoverer of radiation that saves the lives of cancer patients today, improves crop yields, powers industry and nuclear weapon systems. These individuals walked unexplored paths and strived to be unique, leaving lasting contributions to humankind. Every youth desires to be unique, but society often pressures them to conform. The challenge is to fight the hardest battle to become a “Unique You.” Alexander Graham Bell once said, “Don’t stay on the beaten path; explore the woods. You’ll find something new. Follow it; one discovery will lead to another.” This advice inspires us to leave familiar trails and discover our potential. Are you willing to become a unique personality, or will you settle for being like everyone else? The choice is yours.

The key challenge for youth, as highlighted in the passage, is:

Gaining knowledge about famous scientists

Overcoming financial difficulties

Staying on the beaten path

Resisting societal pressure to conform

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q407:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The aim of life should be to reach one’s full potential in body, mind, heart, and spirit. When we see an electric bulb, we think of Thomas Edison, the inventor of the bulb and lighting system. The sound of an aeroplane reminds us of the Wright Brothers, who proved man could fly. A ringing telephone brings to mind Alexander Graham Bell. A unique scientist, Sir C.V. Raman, pondered why the horizon looks blue during sea travel, leading to his Nobel Prize-winning explanation of light scattering. The world is fortunate to have Mahatma Gandhi, who fought for India’s independence and inspired South Africa’s fight against apartheid. Madam Marie Curie won two Nobel Prizes—one in 1903 for discovering radium and another in 1911 for her research in chemistry. She is the discoverer of radiation that saves the lives of cancer patients today, improves crop yields, powers industry and nuclear weapon systems. These individuals walked unexplored paths and strived to be unique, leaving lasting contributions to humankind. Every youth desires to be unique, but society often pressures them to conform. The challenge is to fight the hardest battle to become a “Unique You.” Alexander Graham Bell once said, “Don’t stay on the beaten path; explore the woods. You’ll find something new. Follow it; one discovery will lead to another.” This advice inspires us to leave familiar trails and discover our potential. Are you willing to become a unique personality, or will you settle for being like everyone else? The choice is yours.

The primary aim of life, according to the passage, is:

Gaining wealth and fame to be successful

Reaching one's full potential in all aspects

Traveling to far-off places and experiencing joy

Following societal norms to prove our worth

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q408:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The aim of life should be to reach one’s full potential in body, mind, heart, and spirit. When we see an electric bulb, we think of Thomas Edison, the inventor of the bulb and lighting system. The sound of an aeroplane reminds us of the Wright Brothers, who proved man could fly. A ringing telephone brings to mind Alexander Graham Bell. A unique scientist, Sir C.V. Raman, pondered why the horizon looks blue during sea travel, leading to his Nobel Prize-winning explanation of light scattering. The world is fortunate to have Mahatma Gandhi, who fought for India’s independence and inspired South Africa’s fight against apartheid. Madam Marie Curie won two Nobel Prizes—one in 1903 for discovering radium and another in 1911 for her research in chemistry. She is the discoverer of radiation that saves the lives of cancer patients today, improves crop yields, powers industry and nuclear weapon systems. These individuals walked unexplored paths and strived to be unique, leaving lasting contributions to humankind. Every youth desires to be unique, but society often pressures them to conform. The challenge is to fight the hardest battle to become a “Unique You.” Alexander Graham Bell once said, “Don’t stay on the beaten path; explore the woods. You’ll find something new. Follow it; one discovery will lead to another.” This advice inspires us to leave familiar trails and discover our potential. Are you willing to become a unique personality, or will you settle for being like everyone else? The choice is yours.

Marie Curie is remembered for her contribution :

-in discovering the scattering of light in the universe

-in the independence movement

-in discovering radiation and its application

in the invention of aeroplane flying

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q409:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The aim of life should be to reach one’s full potential in body, mind, heart, and spirit. When we see an electric bulb, we think of Thomas Edison, the inventor of the bulb and lighting system. The sound of an aeroplane reminds us of the Wright Brothers, who proved man could fly. A ringing telephone brings to mind Alexander Graham Bell. A unique scientist, Sir C.V. Raman, pondered why the horizon looks blue during sea travel, leading to his Nobel Prize-winning explanation of light scattering. The world is fortunate to have Mahatma Gandhi, who fought for India’s independence and inspired South Africa’s fight against apartheid. Madam Marie Curie won two Nobel Prizes—one in 1903 for discovering radium and another in 1911 for her research in chemistry. She is the discoverer of radiation that saves the lives of cancer patients today, improves crop yields, powers industry and nuclear weapon systems. These individuals walked unexplored paths and strived to be unique, leaving lasting contributions to humankind. Every youth desires to be unique, but society often pressures them to conform. The challenge is to fight the hardest battle to become a “Unique You.” Alexander Graham Bell once said, “Don’t stay on the beaten path; explore the woods. You’ll find something new. Follow it; one discovery will lead to another.” This advice inspires us to leave familiar trails and discover our potential. Are you willing to become a unique personality, or will you settle for being like everyone else? The choice is yours.

Select the core message of the passage from the options given below:

Striving for uniqueness leads to growth and contribution

Society prefers conformity over individuality

Following others leads to great success and achievement

Innovation is only for a select few who strive for it

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q410:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

My summer holidays had begun, and I had promised my grandfather to join him on his morning walk. The mild sunshine and fresh air were new to me, as I had never been a morning person. My grandfather, an early riser, didn’t need gadgets to track his routine. On the first morning, I realised what I had been missing—the refreshing air, the scent of flowers, and the serenity reserved for early risers. The Sun painted the sky in hues of orange and yellow, creating a breathtaking view. Dressed in track pants and sneakers, we followed his regular route. He called out to stray dogs, feeding them biscuits he carried daily. He knew their names and even their ages. Birds chirped melodiously, and sweepers cleaned the streets, their brooms making a rhythmic swishing sound. Other walkers milled around a tea shop, sipping hot tea. My grandfather exchanged pleasantries with them, displaying a warm camaraderie. As we returned after an hour, the peaceful atmosphere gave way to the hustle of the day. Women decorated their homes with vibrant rangoli, a charming Indian tradition. During the walk, my grandfather shared insights about Indian life and stories from his past. I realised the walk wasn’t just exercise—it was a communion with nature and a lesson in appreciating life’s quiet beauty. Grateful for this new experience, I understood the profound value of these moments with my grandfather.

When the author says, "as I had never been a morning person", he means that:

He was not impressed with the morning's beauty

He witnessed every morning's beauty too often

He was not used to morning activities

He didn't enjoy the hustle bustle of the mornings

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q411:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

My summer holidays had begun, and I had promised my grandfather to join him on his morning walk. The mild sunshine and fresh air were new to me, as I had never been a morning person. My grandfather, an early riser, didn’t need gadgets to track his routine. On the first morning, I realised what I had been missing—the refreshing air, the scent of flowers, and the serenity reserved for early risers. The Sun painted the sky in hues of orange and yellow, creating a breathtaking view. Dressed in track pants and sneakers, we followed his regular route. He called out to stray dogs, feeding them biscuits he carried daily. He knew their names and even their ages. Birds chirped melodiously, and sweepers cleaned the streets, their brooms making a rhythmic swishing sound. Other walkers milled around a tea shop, sipping hot tea. My grandfather exchanged pleasantries with them, displaying a warm camaraderie. As we returned after an hour, the peaceful atmosphere gave way to the hustle of the day. Women decorated their homes with vibrant rangoli, a charming Indian tradition. During the walk, my grandfather shared insights about Indian life and stories from his past. I realised the walk wasn’t just exercise—it was a communion with nature and a lesson in appreciating life’s quiet beauty. Grateful for this new experience, I understood the profound value of these moments with my grandfather.

The actual purpose of his grandfather's morning-walk routine was:

more than just an exercise; it connected him with nature

a refreshing and mandatory routine for everyone

not purely a physical workout, but mental too for his grandchildren.

a time for discussing daily routine chores

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q412:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

My summer holidays had begun, and I had promised my grandfather to join him on his morning walk. The mild sunshine and fresh air were new to me, as I had never been a morning person. My grandfather, an early riser, didn’t need gadgets to track his routine. On the first morning, I realised what I had been missing—the refreshing air, the scent of flowers, and the serenity reserved for early risers. The Sun painted the sky in hues of orange and yellow, creating a breathtaking view. Dressed in track pants and sneakers, we followed his regular route. He called out to stray dogs, feeding them biscuits he carried daily. He knew their names and even their ages. Birds chirped melodiously, and sweepers cleaned the streets, their brooms making a rhythmic swishing sound. Other walkers milled around a tea shop, sipping hot tea. My grandfather exchanged pleasantries with them, displaying a warm camaraderie. As we returned after an hour, the peaceful atmosphere gave way to the hustle of the day. Women decorated their homes with vibrant rangoli, a charming Indian tradition. During the walk, my grandfather shared insights about Indian life and stories from his past. I realised the walk wasn’t just exercise—it was a communion with nature and a lesson in appreciating life’s quiet beauty. Grateful for this new experience, I understood the profound value of these moments with my grandfather.

The camaraderie observed during the walk was between the grandfather and:

the stray dogs

morning walkers at a tea shop

birds chirping in the trees

sweepers cleaning the streets

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q413:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

My summer holidays had begun, and I had promised my grandfather to join him on his morning walk. The mild sunshine and fresh air were new to me, as I had never been a morning person. My grandfather, an early riser, didn’t need gadgets to track his routine. On the first morning, I realised what I had been missing—the refreshing air, the scent of flowers, and the serenity reserved for early risers. The Sun painted the sky in hues of orange and yellow, creating a breathtaking view. Dressed in track pants and sneakers, we followed his regular route. He called out to stray dogs, feeding them biscuits he carried daily. He knew their names and even their ages. Birds chirped melodiously, and sweepers cleaned the streets, their brooms making a rhythmic swishing sound. Other walkers milled around a tea shop, sipping hot tea. My grandfather exchanged pleasantries with them, displaying a warm camaraderie. As we returned after an hour, the peaceful atmosphere gave way to the hustle of the day. Women decorated their homes with vibrant rangoli, a charming Indian tradition. During the walk, my grandfather shared insights about Indian life and stories from his past. I realised the walk wasn’t just exercise—it was a communion with nature and a lesson in appreciating life’s quiet beauty. Grateful for this new experience, I understood the profound value of these moments with my grandfather.

The grandfather's stories during the walk were about:

famous global personalities

wildlife and environment conservation efforts

political and varied discussions in his youth

Indian life and his personal experiences

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q414:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Just as he was about to enter the laboratory, Farley noticed that a great deal of activity was taking place in a nearby anteroom. The assistant tried to hurry him past but by dint of dragging his feet Farley managed to steal a quick glance into the room. The sight that met his eyes was so bewildering that he uttered no protest when his guide maneuvered him through the laboratory door. What he saw was this: the woman, Mangala was seated at the far end of the room, on a low divan, but alone and in an attitude of command, as though enthroned. By her side were several small bamboo cages, each containing a pigeon. On the floor, clustered around the woman’s feet, were some half-dozen people in various attitudes of supplication. Two or three others were huddled against the wall, wrapped in blankets. Although Farley had glanced into their scarred, unseeing faces for more than an instant, he recognized at once that they, like the man he had seen in the bamboo thicket, were syphilitics, in the final stages of the terrible disease. Now the young assistant began once again to perform the charade of the previous day, fetching slides, and hurrying back and forth across the room as though egging him on towards some extraordinary discovery. Farley went mechanically about the business of examining the slides they presented him. His conscience called out to him to go outside and tell them not to waste their hopes on whatever quackery it was that this woman offered; to expose the falsehoods that she and her minions had concocted to deceive those simple people. It was his duty, he knew, to tell them that mankind knew on cure for their condition; that this false prophetess was cheating them of money they could ill afford.

Choose the word similar in meaning to the word - charade

Pretense

Candor

genuineness

Mission

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q415:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Just as he was about to enter the laboratory, Farley noticed that a great deal of activity was taking place in a nearby anteroom. The assistant tried to hurry him past but by dint of dragging his feet Farley managed to steal a quick glance into the room. The sight that met his eyes was so bewildering that he uttered no protest when his guide maneuvered him through the laboratory door. What he saw was this: the woman, Mangala was seated at the far end of the room, on a low divan, but alone and in an attitude of command, as though enthroned. By her side were several small bamboo cages, each containing a pigeon. On the floor, clustered around the woman’s feet, were some half-dozen people in various attitudes of supplication. Two or three others were huddled against the wall, wrapped in blankets. Although Farley had glanced into their scarred, unseeing faces for more than an instant, he recognized at once that they, like the man he had seen in the bamboo thicket, were syphilitics, in the final stages of the terrible disease. Now the young assistant began once again to perform the charade of the previous day, fetching slides, and hurrying back and forth across the room as though egging him on towards some extraordinary discovery. Farley went mechanically about the business of examining the slides they presented him. His conscience called out to him to go outside and tell them not to waste their hopes on whatever quackery it was that this woman offered; to expose the falsehoods that she and her minions had concocted to deceive those simple people. It was his duty, he knew, to tell them that mankind knew on cure for their condition; that this false prophetess was cheating them of money they could ill afford.

Farley's prognosis about the huddled people in the anteroom was that-

they were criminals trying to hide

their scarred faces indicated burnt or bruised cases

they were waiting for him to cure them

they were suffering from an incurable disease

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q416:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Just as he was about to enter the laboratory, Farley noticed that a great deal of activity was taking place in a nearby anteroom. The assistant tried to hurry him past but by dint of dragging his feet Farley managed to steal a quick glance into the room. The sight that met his eyes was so bewildering that he uttered no protest when his guide maneuvered him through the laboratory door. What he saw was this: the woman, Mangala was seated at the far end of the room, on a low divan, but alone and in an attitude of command, as though enthroned. By her side were several small bamboo cages, each containing a pigeon. On the floor, clustered around the woman’s feet, were some half-dozen people in various attitudes of supplication. Two or three others were huddled against the wall, wrapped in blankets. Although Farley had glanced into their scarred, unseeing faces for more than an instant, he recognized at once that they, like the man he had seen in the bamboo thicket, were syphilitics, in the final stages of the terrible disease. Now the young assistant began once again to perform the charade of the previous day, fetching slides, and hurrying back and forth across the room as though egging him on towards some extraordinary discovery. Farley went mechanically about the business of examining the slides they presented him. His conscience called out to him to go outside and tell them not to waste their hopes on whatever quackery it was that this woman offered; to expose the falsehoods that she and her minions had concocted to deceive those simple people. It was his duty, he knew, to tell them that mankind knew on cure for their condition; that this false prophetess was cheating them of money they could ill afford.

Farley's assistant didn't want him to linger at the entrance of the labotary as -

Farley was getting late for his appointments

Farley was on the verge of discovering something important

he didn't want farley to notice the ongoings of the anteroom

he had hidden some people there

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q417:

24 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Just as he was about to enter the laboratory, Farley noticed that a great deal of activity was taking place in a nearby anteroom. The assistant tried to hurry him past but by dint of dragging his feet Farley managed to steal a quick glance into the room. The sight that met his eyes was so bewildering that he uttered no protest when his guide maneuvered him through the laboratory door. What he saw was this: the woman, Mangala was seated at the far end of the room, on a low divan, but alone and in an attitude of command, as though enthroned. By her side were several small bamboo cages, each containing a pigeon. On the floor, clustered around the woman’s feet, were some half-dozen people in various attitudes of supplication. Two or three others were huddled against the wall, wrapped in blankets. Although Farley had glanced into their scarred, unseeing faces for more than an instant, he recognized at once that they, like the man he had seen in the bamboo thicket, were syphilitics, in the final stages of the terrible disease. Now the young assistant began once again to perform the charade of the previous day, fetching slides, and hurrying back and forth across the room as though egging him on towards some extraordinary discovery. Farley went mechanically about the business of examining the slides they presented him. His conscience called out to him to go outside and tell them not to waste their hopes on whatever quackery it was that this woman offered; to expose the falsehoods that she and her minions had concocted to deceive those simple people. It was his duty, he knew, to tell them that mankind knew on cure for their condition; that this false prophetess was cheating them of money they could ill afford.

What do you think the woman, Mangla sitting in the anteroom was-

A Doctor

A Quack

A Naturopath

A Reiki Master

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q418:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Obesity has nearly tripled globally since 1975, a first in the history of our species. It contributes to at least 200 known diseases and complications, including strokes and cancer. Now, there’s a way to solve that problem with a slash. New drugs like Ozempic can cause people to lose 5-24% of their body weight. In Magic Pill: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight Loss Drugs, Johann Hari offers a nuanced explanation, as an overweight person who takes these medicines himself. Ozempic works by making food intake infeasible beyond small quantities. A hormone called GLP-1 in the gut and brain was found to affect insulin and blood sugar, and affect feelings of satiety. Drug companies invented ‘agonists’ or copies of this hormone that can last longer in the body. In 2005, it was approved for use by diabetics. When it turned out that these patients were also losing a lot of weight, the Danish company Novo Nordic funded tests on whether it could be used on obese people. As per the official trial results of semaglutide, those who’d been given the drug lost 15% of their body weight, making it the most successful weight-loss drug in history.

According to the passage, the root cause of medical misery is:

diseases

obesity

strokes

cancer

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q419:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Obesity has nearly tripled globally since 1975, a first in the history of our species. It contributes to at least 200 known diseases and complications, including strokes and cancer. Now, there’s a way to solve that problem with a slash. New drugs like Ozempic can cause people to lose 5-24% of their body weight. In Magic Pill: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight Loss Drugs, Johann Hari offers a nuanced explanation, as an overweight person who takes these medicines himself. Ozempic works by making food intake infeasible beyond small quantities. A hormone called GLP-1 in the gut and brain was found to affect insulin and blood sugar, and affect feelings of satiety. Drug companies invented ‘agonists’ or copies of this hormone that can last longer in the body. In 2005, it was approved for use by diabetics. When it turned out that these patients were also losing a lot of weight, the Danish company Novo Nordic funded tests on whether it could be used on obese people. As per the official trial results of semaglutide, those who’d been given the drug lost 15% of their body weight, making it the most successful weight-loss drug in history.

Johann Hari's book is based on a/an _______ analysis.

subjective

objective

spiritual

metaphysical

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q420:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Obesity has nearly tripled globally since 1975, a first in the history of our species. It contributes to at least 200 known diseases and complications, including strokes and cancer. Now, there’s a way to solve that problem with a slash. New drugs like Ozempic can cause people to lose 5-24% of their body weight. In Magic Pill: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight Loss Drugs, Johann Hari offers a nuanced explanation, as an overweight person who takes these medicines himself. Ozempic works by making food intake infeasible beyond small quantities. A hormone called GLP-1 in the gut and brain was found to affect insulin and blood sugar, and affect feelings of satiety. Drug companies invented ‘agonists’ or copies of this hormone that can last longer in the body. In 2005, it was approved for use by diabetics. When it turned out that these patients were also losing a lot of weight, the Danish company Novo Nordic funded tests on whether it could be used on obese people. As per the official trial results of semaglutide, those who’d been given the drug lost 15% of their body weight, making it the most successful weight-loss drug in history.

The word 'nuanced' means____.

ungraded

unrefined

exclusive of subtle differences

inclusive of subtle differences

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q421:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Obesity has nearly tripled globally since 1975, a first in the history of our species. It contributes to at least 200 known diseases and complications, including strokes and cancer. Now, there’s a way to solve that problem with a slash. New drugs like Ozempic can cause people to lose 5-24% of their body weight. In Magic Pill: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight Loss Drugs, Johann Hari offers a nuanced explanation, as an overweight person who takes these medicines himself. Ozempic works by making food intake infeasible beyond small quantities. A hormone called GLP-1 in the gut and brain was found to affect insulin and blood sugar, and affect feelings of satiety. Drug companies invented ‘agonists’ or copies of this hormone that can last longer in the body. In 2005, it was approved for use by diabetics. When it turned out that these patients were also losing a lot of weight, the Danish company Novo Nordic funded tests on whether it could be used on obese people. As per the official trial results of semaglutide, those who’d been given the drug lost 15% of their body weight, making it the most successful weight-loss drug in history.

Ozempic is a wonder drug to lose weight as it______.

affects blood sugar

lasts long in the body

encourages minimised eating

discourages minimised eating

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q422:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

All those people who say that the weather hasn’t been normal recently are right. However, since there is really no such thing as normal weather, they probably mean something else. If they mean that average summer temperatures have been getting warmer, then they are certainly correct. In fact, it is not just the summer temperature, but the general average temperature of the whole world that has been steadily moving up. The signs are everywhere. There are small signs. for example, butterflies in North America have moved about 60 miles north of where they used to live. There are also very large signs. Huge masses of ice in mountain glaciers and the Arctic are melting. The famous snow cap on Africa’s Mount Kilimanjaro has almost disappeared. Actually, ice or snow doesn’t really disappear, it turns into water, flows into the ocean and causes sea levels to rise. Why is this happening? One answer is that it could simply be part of a natural process. After all, there have been long periods of warmth in the past. So we could just be experiencing another warming trend. This kind of answer had more supporters in the past. What scientists now believe is that human activity is the cause. For more than two hundred years, humans have been gradually changing the atmosphere, mainly as a result of industrial pollution. We have created an atmosphere around the earth that, like a giant glass container, lets heat from the sun through and holds it inside.

The phrase, 'human activity is the cause', suggests that_____

the day to-day activities by humans are detrimental to the environment

there is a need to be cautious while working in the house

rampant industrial influx needs to be contained

we should shut down industries

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q423:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

All those people who say that the weather hasn’t been normal recently are right. However, since there is really no such thing as normal weather, they probably mean something else. If they mean that average summer temperatures have been getting warmer, then they are certainly correct. In fact, it is not just the summer temperature, but the general average temperature of the whole world that has been steadily moving up. The signs are everywhere. There are small signs. for example, butterflies in North America have moved about 60 miles north of where they used to live. There are also very large signs. Huge masses of ice in mountain glaciers and the Arctic are melting. The famous snow cap on Africa’s Mount Kilimanjaro has almost disappeared. Actually, ice or snow doesn’t really disappear, it turns into water, flows into the ocean and causes sea levels to rise. Why is this happening? One answer is that it could simply be part of a natural process. After all, there have been long periods of warmth in the past. So we could just be experiencing another warming trend. This kind of answer had more supporters in the past. What scientists now believe is that human activity is the cause. For more than two hundred years, humans have been gradually changing the atmosphere, mainly as a result of industrial pollution. We have created an atmosphere around the earth that, like a giant glass container, lets heat from the sun through and holds it inside.

One of the dangers of global warming will be that:

Butterflies will move out of North America

The coastal areas will be inundated

The industries will be shut down

The earth will move into a glass container

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q424:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

All those people who say that the weather hasn’t been normal recently are right. However, since there is really no such thing as normal weather, they probably mean something else. If they mean that average summer temperatures have been getting warmer, then they are certainly correct. In fact, it is not just the summer temperature, but the general average temperature of the whole world that has been steadily moving up. The signs are everywhere. There are small signs. for example, butterflies in North America have moved about 60 miles north of where they used to live. There are also very large signs. Huge masses of ice in mountain glaciers and the Arctic are melting. The famous snow cap on Africa’s Mount Kilimanjaro has almost disappeared. Actually, ice or snow doesn’t really disappear, it turns into water, flows into the ocean and causes sea levels to rise. Why is this happening? One answer is that it could simply be part of a natural process. After all, there have been long periods of warmth in the past. So we could just be experiencing another warming trend. This kind of answer had more supporters in the past. What scientists now believe is that human activity is the cause. For more than two hundred years, humans have been gradually changing the atmosphere, mainly as a result of industrial pollution. We have created an atmosphere around the earth that, like a giant glass container, lets heat from the sun through and holds it inside.

The rise in average temperature is due to the______.

Industrial pollution

Sound pollution

Air pollution

Water pollution

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q425:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

All those people who say that the weather hasn’t been normal recently are right. However, since there is really no such thing as normal weather, they probably mean something else. If they mean that average summer temperatures have been getting warmer, then they are certainly correct. In fact, it is not just the summer temperature, but the general average temperature of the whole world that has been steadily moving up. The signs are everywhere. There are small signs. for example, butterflies in North America have moved about 60 miles north of where they used to live. There are also very large signs. Huge masses of ice in mountain glaciers and the Arctic are melting. The famous snow cap on Africa’s Mount Kilimanjaro has almost disappeared. Actually, ice or snow doesn’t really disappear, it turns into water, flows into the ocean and causes sea levels to rise. Why is this happening? One answer is that it could simply be part of a natural process. After all, there have been long periods of warmth in the past. So we could just be experiencing another warming trend. This kind of answer had more supporters in the past. What scientists now believe is that human activity is the cause. For more than two hundred years, humans have been gradually changing the atmosphere, mainly as a result of industrial pollution. We have created an atmosphere around the earth that, like a giant glass container, lets heat from the sun through and holds it inside.

Identify the statements which are false. (A) Butterflies in North America have moved about 200 miles away. (B) Global Warming is a natural process. (C) Scientists blame human activities as a cause of global warming. (D) Huge masses of ice in mountain glaciers are melting. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) only

(A) and (B) only

(A) and (C) only

(C) and (D) only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q426:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Little Mrs. Sommers one day found herself the unexpected possessor of fifteen dollars. It seemed to her a very large amount of money, and the way in which it stuffed and bulged her worn old porte-monnaie (purse) gave her a feeling of importance such as she had not enjoyed for years. The question of investment was one that occupied her greatly. For a day or two she walked about apparently in a dreamy state, but really absorbed in speculation and calculation. She did not wish to act hastily, to do anything she might afterward regret. But it was during the still hours of the night that she seemed to see her way clearly toward a proper and judicious use of the money. A dollar or two should be added to the price usually paid for Janie’s shoes, which would ensure their lasting an appreciable time longer than they usually did. She would buy so and so many yards of percale for new shirt waists for the boys and Janie and Mag. Mag should have another gown. She had seen some beautiful patterns, veritable bargains in the shop windows. And still there would be left enough for new stockings—two pairs apiece—and what darning that would save for a while! She would get caps for the boys and sailor-hats for the girls. The vision of her little brood looking fresh and dainty and new for once in their lives excited her and made her restless and wakeful with anticipation.

What did Mrs. Sommers hope to achieve with her purchases?

Long-lasting items for her children

A life of luxury for herself

A comfortable home for the family

Long due gifts for her friends

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q427:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Little Mrs. Sommers one day found herself the unexpected possessor of fifteen dollars. It seemed to her a very large amount of money, and the way in which it stuffed and bulged her worn old porte-monnaie (purse) gave her a feeling of importance such as she had not enjoyed for years. The question of investment was one that occupied her greatly. For a day or two she walked about apparently in a dreamy state, but really absorbed in speculation and calculation. She did not wish to act hastily, to do anything she might afterward regret. But it was during the still hours of the night that she seemed to see her way clearly toward a proper and judicious use of the money. A dollar or two should be added to the price usually paid for Janie’s shoes, which would ensure their lasting an appreciable time longer than they usually did. She would buy so and so many yards of percale for new shirt waists for the boys and Janie and Mag. Mag should have another gown. She had seen some beautiful patterns, veritable bargains in the shop windows. And still there would be left enough for new stockings—two pairs apiece—and what darning that would save for a while! She would get caps for the boys and sailor-hats for the girls. The vision of her little brood looking fresh and dainty and new for once in their lives excited her and made her restless and wakeful with anticipation.

What gave Mrs. Sommers a feeling of importance?

The thought of her children's compliments

A long overdue promotion at work

The idea of winning a lottery

The way the money bulged her purse

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q428:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Little Mrs. Sommers one day found herself the unexpected possessor of fifteen dollars. It seemed to her a very large amount of money, and the way in which it stuffed and bulged her worn old porte-monnaie (purse) gave her a feeling of importance such as she had not enjoyed for years. The question of investment was one that occupied her greatly. For a day or two she walked about apparently in a dreamy state, but really absorbed in speculation and calculation. She did not wish to act hastily, to do anything she might afterward regret. But it was during the still hours of the night that she seemed to see her way clearly toward a proper and judicious use of the money. A dollar or two should be added to the price usually paid for Janie’s shoes, which would ensure their lasting an appreciable time longer than they usually did. She would buy so and so many yards of percale for new shirt waists for the boys and Janie and Mag. Mag should have another gown. She had seen some beautiful patterns, veritable bargains in the shop windows. And still there would be left enough for new stockings—two pairs apiece—and what darning that would save for a while! She would get caps for the boys and sailor-hats for the girls. The vision of her little brood looking fresh and dainty and new for once in their lives excited her and made her restless and wakeful with anticipation.

Why did Mrs. Sommers stay awake at night?

She was worried about losing the money

She was planning how to spend the money wisely

She was sewing clothes for her children

She was too excited to sleep

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q429:

24 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Little Mrs. Sommers one day found herself the unexpected possessor of fifteen dollars. It seemed to her a very large amount of money, and the way in which it stuffed and bulged her worn old porte-monnaie (purse) gave her a feeling of importance such as she had not enjoyed for years. The question of investment was one that occupied her greatly. For a day or two she walked about apparently in a dreamy state, but really absorbed in speculation and calculation. She did not wish to act hastily, to do anything she might afterward regret. But it was during the still hours of the night that she seemed to see her way clearly toward a proper and judicious use of the money. A dollar or two should be added to the price usually paid for Janie’s shoes, which would ensure their lasting an appreciable time longer than they usually did. She would buy so and so many yards of percale for new shirt waists for the boys and Janie and Mag. Mag should have another gown. She had seen some beautiful patterns, veritable bargains in the shop windows. And still there would be left enough for new stockings—two pairs apiece—and what darning that would save for a while! She would get caps for the boys and sailor-hats for the girls. The vision of her little brood looking fresh and dainty and new for once in their lives excited her and made her restless and wakeful with anticipation.

What excited Mrs. Sommers the most about her plans?

Saving money for future needs

Avoiding the need to patch old clothes

Buying something for herself

Seeing her children look fresh and dainty

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q430:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Bibi Gulab Kaur was the leader of Ghadar Party in Manila, Philippines. She and her husband Mann Singh sailed from the Philippines to India in order to rally the masses against British tyranny. Besides spreading anti-British public sentiment, she distributed literature relating to freedom movement, arms and ammunition to the members of Ghadar Party. Under sedition charges, she was kept in the notorious Lahore Fort and tortured for two years. Gulab Kaur was born in 1890 in the village of Bakshiwala in the Sangrur region of Punjab in a poor peasant family. She was married to Mann Singh. This was a time when many Punjabi farmers were expelled from their land by British policy. The couple departed for Manila, Philippines with the intention of emigrating to the United States of America in order to escape economic troubles in their own country. Gulab Kaur joined the fight to oust the British in India and became one of the key Gadhar party members. She travelled around the Philippines in order to organise the Indian citizens. Moreover, she gathered weapons and funds for the party. She mobilised people in Manila and inspired them to join the party by distributing independence literature and delivering inspiring speeches to Indian passengers of ships.

The real aim behind the destructive act of supplying arms and ammunition to her people was suggestive of Gulab Kaur's:

love for her motherland

a result of her intrinsic belligerance

her plan of settling in India

her plan of avenging upon the Philippines govt

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q431:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Bibi Gulab Kaur was the leader of Ghadar Party in Manila, Philippines. She and her husband Mann Singh sailed from the Philippines to India in order to rally the masses against British tyranny. Besides spreading anti-British public sentiment, she distributed literature relating to freedom movement, arms and ammunition to the members of Ghadar Party. Under sedition charges, she was kept in the notorious Lahore Fort and tortured for two years. Gulab Kaur was born in 1890 in the village of Bakshiwala in the Sangrur region of Punjab in a poor peasant family. She was married to Mann Singh. This was a time when many Punjabi farmers were expelled from their land by British policy. The couple departed for Manila, Philippines with the intention of emigrating to the United States of America in order to escape economic troubles in their own country. Gulab Kaur joined the fight to oust the British in India and became one of the key Gadhar party members. She travelled around the Philippines in order to organise the Indian citizens. Moreover, she gathered weapons and funds for the party. She mobilised people in Manila and inspired them to join the party by distributing independence literature and delivering inspiring speeches to Indian passengers of ships.

Gulab Kaur's activities in Philippines included all but:

mobilising people

distributing independence literature

delivering inspiring speeches

visiting popular hot spots

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q432:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Bibi Gulab Kaur was the leader of Ghadar Party in Manila, Philippines. She and her husband Mann Singh sailed from the Philippines to India in order to rally the masses against British tyranny. Besides spreading anti-British public sentiment, she distributed literature relating to freedom movement, arms and ammunition to the members of Ghadar Party. Under sedition charges, she was kept in the notorious Lahore Fort and tortured for two years. Gulab Kaur was born in 1890 in the village of Bakshiwala in the Sangrur region of Punjab in a poor peasant family. She was married to Mann Singh. This was a time when many Punjabi farmers were expelled from their land by British policy. The couple departed for Manila, Philippines with the intention of emigrating to the United States of America in order to escape economic troubles in their own country. Gulab Kaur joined the fight to oust the British in India and became one of the key Gadhar party members. She travelled around the Philippines in order to organise the Indian citizens. Moreover, she gathered weapons and funds for the party. She mobilised people in Manila and inspired them to join the party by distributing independence literature and delivering inspiring speeches to Indian passengers of ships.

Gulab Kaur migrated to the Philippines in search of________

her true identity

like-minded people

a safe life for her children

economic prosperity

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q433:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Bibi Gulab Kaur was the leader of Ghadar Party in Manila, Philippines. She and her husband Mann Singh sailed from the Philippines to India in order to rally the masses against British tyranny. Besides spreading anti-British public sentiment, she distributed literature relating to freedom movement, arms and ammunition to the members of Ghadar Party. Under sedition charges, she was kept in the notorious Lahore Fort and tortured for two years. Gulab Kaur was born in 1890 in the village of Bakshiwala in the Sangrur region of Punjab in a poor peasant family. She was married to Mann Singh. This was a time when many Punjabi farmers were expelled from their land by British policy. The couple departed for Manila, Philippines with the intention of emigrating to the United States of America in order to escape economic troubles in their own country. Gulab Kaur joined the fight to oust the British in India and became one of the key Gadhar party members. She travelled around the Philippines in order to organise the Indian citizens. Moreover, she gathered weapons and funds for the party. She mobilised people in Manila and inspired them to join the party by distributing independence literature and delivering inspiring speeches to Indian passengers of ships.

Choose the correct synonym of the word Sedition as used in the passage.

insurrection

interfere

impose

intermediary

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q434:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Donkeys may be the proverbial beast of burden, and the animal itself has come to symbolise a dimwit, someone of little value. But not all donkeys are created equal. The Halari donkeys, a breed native to Gujarat's Halar region, is not just valued, it is a VVIP. The Halari donkey is a source of 'liquid gold', with its milk, valued for its distinctive properties, known to have sold for an astounding Rs 5000 to Rs 7000 per litre at some online platforms. But this acclaim comes with its own set of challenges. With fewer than 500 Halari donkeys remaining, the primary need is, of course, conservation. But the larger aim is not just increasing their numbers; it's about teaching farmers the best practices, so that they can command premium prices. Recognising the pressing need for conservation, the National Research Centre on Equines (NRCE) in Bikaner has started a dedicated programme to safeguard these animals. NRCE is also evaluating donkey milk for potential use in skincare products to sustain its value. The Halari donkey is not just valued for its milk; its unique characteristics make it particularly valuable for sustainable dairy farming. Their docile nature, combined with their adaptability to various climates, makes them ideal for small-scale farmers. They also have a much lower environmental foot-print, compared to larger livestock, requiring less feed and water. Infact, their grazing habits even help maintain grassland ecosystems.

The donkey is not commonly accepted as :

a dimwit

a beast of burden

a parasite

useless

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q435:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Donkeys may be the proverbial beast of burden, and the animal itself has come to symbolise a dimwit, someone of little value. But not all donkeys are created equal. The Halari donkeys, a breed native to Gujarat's Halar region, is not just valued, it is a VVIP. The Halari donkey is a source of 'liquid gold', with its milk, valued for its distinctive properties, known to have sold for an astounding Rs 5000 to Rs 7000 per litre at some online platforms. But this acclaim comes with its own set of challenges. With fewer than 500 Halari donkeys remaining, the primary need is, of course, conservation. But the larger aim is not just increasing their numbers; it's about teaching farmers the best practices, so that they can command premium prices. Recognising the pressing need for conservation, the National Research Centre on Equines (NRCE) in Bikaner has started a dedicated programme to safeguard these animals. NRCE is also evaluating donkey milk for potential use in skincare products to sustain its value. The Halari donkey is not just valued for its milk; its unique characteristics make it particularly valuable for sustainable dairy farming. Their docile nature, combined with their adaptability to various climates, makes them ideal for small-scale farmers. They also have a much lower environmental foot-print, compared to larger livestock, requiring less feed and water. Infact, their grazing habits even help maintain grassland ecosystems.

The Halari donkey is valuable due to the fact that it :

can lead to sustainable farming

is self-indulgent in nature

is weather-resistant

has high food consumption

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q436:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Donkeys may be the proverbial beast of burden, and the animal itself has come to symbolise a dimwit, someone of little value. But not all donkeys are created equal. The Halari donkeys, a breed native to Gujarat's Halar region, is not just valued, it is a VVIP. The Halari donkey is a source of 'liquid gold', with its milk, valued for its distinctive properties, known to have sold for an astounding Rs 5000 to Rs 7000 per litre at some online platforms. But this acclaim comes with its own set of challenges. With fewer than 500 Halari donkeys remaining, the primary need is, of course, conservation. But the larger aim is not just increasing their numbers; it's about teaching farmers the best practices, so that they can command premium prices. Recognising the pressing need for conservation, the National Research Centre on Equines (NRCE) in Bikaner has started a dedicated programme to safeguard these animals. NRCE is also evaluating donkey milk for potential use in skincare products to sustain its value. The Halari donkey is not just valued for its milk; its unique characteristics make it particularly valuable for sustainable dairy farming. Their docile nature, combined with their adaptability to various climates, makes them ideal for small-scale farmers. They also have a much lower environmental foot-print, compared to larger livestock, requiring less feed and water. Infact, their grazing habits even help maintain grassland ecosystems.

The passage highlights the fact that the need of the hour is:

to find newer sources of milk

conservation of Halari donkeys

to boost milk consumption

to make high value skin-care products

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q437:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Donkeys may be the proverbial beast of burden, and the animal itself has come to symbolise a dimwit, someone of little value. But not all donkeys are created equal. The Halari donkeys, a breed native to Gujarat's Halar region, is not just valued, it is a VVIP. The Halari donkey is a source of 'liquid gold', with its milk, valued for its distinctive properties, known to have sold for an astounding Rs 5000 to Rs 7000 per litre at some online platforms. But this acclaim comes with its own set of challenges. With fewer than 500 Halari donkeys remaining, the primary need is, of course, conservation. But the larger aim is not just increasing their numbers; it's about teaching farmers the best practices, so that they can command premium prices. Recognising the pressing need for conservation, the National Research Centre on Equines (NRCE) in Bikaner has started a dedicated programme to safeguard these animals. NRCE is also evaluating donkey milk for potential use in skincare products to sustain its value. The Halari donkey is not just valued for its milk; its unique characteristics make it particularly valuable for sustainable dairy farming. Their docile nature, combined with their adaptability to various climates, makes them ideal for small-scale farmers. They also have a much lower environmental foot-print, compared to larger livestock, requiring less feed and water. Infact, their grazing habits even help maintain grassland ecosystems.

Identify the literary device used in the following sentence. Halari donkey's milk is 'liquid gold'.

Imagery

Pun

Metaphor

Allusion

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q438:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The stranger came early in February, one wintry day, through a biting wind and a driving snow, the last snowfall of the year, over the down, walking from Bramblehurst railway station, carrying a little black portmanteau in his thickly gloved hand. He was wrapped up from head to foot, and the brim of his soft felt hat hid every inch of his face but the shiny tip of his nose; the snow had piled itself against his shoulders and chest, and added a white crest to the burden he carried. He staggered into the 'Coach and Horses' more dead than alive, and flung his portmanteau down. "A fire," he cried, "in the name of human charity! A room and a fire!" He stamped and shook the snow from off himself in the bar, and followed Mrs. Hall into her guest parlour to strike his bargain. And with that much introduction, and a couple of sovereigns flung upon the table, he took up his quarters in the inn. Mrs. Hall lit the fire and left him there while she went to prepare him a meal with her own hands. A guest to stop at Iping in winter time was an unheard-of piece of luck, let alone a guest who was no "haggler," and she was resolved to show herself worthy of her good fortune.

What 'good fortune' has struck Mrs. Hall?

A guest who did not haggle for fire and home-cooked food

To have an occupant in her guest house during the off-season

She finally got an opportunity to make a meal with her own hands

The guest was ready to strike a good bargain

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q439:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The stranger came early in February, one wintry day, through a biting wind and a driving snow, the last snowfall of the year, over the down, walking from Bramblehurst railway station, carrying a little black portmanteau in his thickly gloved hand. He was wrapped up from head to foot, and the brim of his soft felt hat hid every inch of his face but the shiny tip of his nose; the snow had piled itself against his shoulders and chest, and added a white crest to the burden he carried. He staggered into the 'Coach and Horses' more dead than alive, and flung his portmanteau down. "A fire," he cried, "in the name of human charity! A room and a fire!" He stamped and shook the snow from off himself in the bar, and followed Mrs. Hall into her guest parlour to strike his bargain. And with that much introduction, and a couple of sovereigns flung upon the table, he took up his quarters in the inn. Mrs. Hall lit the fire and left him there while she went to prepare him a meal with her own hands. A guest to stop at Iping in winter time was an unheard-of piece of luck, let alone a guest who was no "haggler," and she was resolved to show herself worthy of her good fortune.

Complete the sentence with the appropriate option: All these indicate the cold weather conditions except ________.

there was a biting wind

it was snowing

the stranger wore thick gloves

the stranger carried a black portmanteau

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q440:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The stranger came early in February, one wintry day, through a biting wind and a driving snow, the last snowfall of the year, over the down, walking from Bramblehurst railway station, carrying a little black portmanteau in his thickly gloved hand. He was wrapped up from head to foot, and the brim of his soft felt hat hid every inch of his face but the shiny tip of his nose; the snow had piled itself against his shoulders and chest, and added a white crest to the burden he carried. He staggered into the 'Coach and Horses' more dead than alive, and flung his portmanteau down. "A fire," he cried, "in the name of human charity! A room and a fire!" He stamped and shook the snow from off himself in the bar, and followed Mrs. Hall into her guest parlour to strike his bargain. And with that much introduction, and a couple of sovereigns flung upon the table, he took up his quarters in the inn. Mrs. Hall lit the fire and left him there while she went to prepare him a meal with her own hands. A guest to stop at Iping in winter time was an unheard-of piece of luck, let alone a guest who was no "haggler," and she was resolved to show herself worthy of her good fortune.

The apparent mood of the 'stranger' was one of:

melancholy

optimism

annoyance

amusement

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q441:

23 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The stranger came early in February, one wintry day, through a biting wind and a driving snow, the last snowfall of the year, over the down, walking from Bramblehurst railway station, carrying a little black portmanteau in his thickly gloved hand. He was wrapped up from head to foot, and the brim of his soft felt hat hid every inch of his face but the shiny tip of his nose; the snow had piled itself against his shoulders and chest, and added a white crest to the burden he carried. He staggered into the 'Coach and Horses' more dead than alive, and flung his portmanteau down. "A fire," he cried, "in the name of human charity! A room and a fire!" He stamped and shook the snow from off himself in the bar, and followed Mrs. Hall into her guest parlour to strike his bargain. And with that much introduction, and a couple of sovereigns flung upon the table, he took up his quarters in the inn. Mrs. Hall lit the fire and left him there while she went to prepare him a meal with her own hands. A guest to stop at Iping in winter time was an unheard-of piece of luck, let alone a guest who was no "haggler," and she was resolved to show herself worthy of her good fortune.

Mrs. Hall makes a meal for the guest with her own hands because she is feeling:

overjoyed

overwhelmed

despondent

apprehensive

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q442:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Part of our programme included spending an afternoon on a machaan that overlooked a waterhole in the forest. Our riding elephants dropped us off, and we were given strict instructions to remain put until later, the elephants would come to pick us up. So we sat, hoping that a tiger or leopard would come down for a drink. No such luck. After a while, a juvenile rhesus macaque poked its head out and looked around warily. Then, taking infinitesimal care, it emerged into the clearing cautiously. If it had been born and brought up in Delhi, it would have probably charged out, clambered up our machaan and relieved us of our drinking water and snacks. But not this fellow. I thought these forest monkeys were such wimps! It was getting darker by the minute- and there was no sign of our elephant pickups. So we decided to trek back to Dhikala. We set off in single file along the forest path. When I was suddenly confronted by all the pioneering leaders rushing pell-mell back urgently whispering, 'mad elephant, mad elephant!' I saw the bulk of an elephant- I can't vouch if its head was aggressively cocked and trunk rolled up, appraising us prior to charging. Incontinently, we fled, to our machaan and clambered up. One spank from its trunk would have sent any of us flying clear across the waterhole! We could only sit quietly. I realised that the juvenile rhesus had a very good reason for being so cautious. We had not.

What lesson did the author learn from his jungle experience?

Never follow instructions on an adventurous trip

Take risks by defying orders to enjoy

Always set off alone on foot while on a safari

Never lower your guard when out in the wild

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q443:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Part of our programme included spending an afternoon on a machaan that overlooked a waterhole in the forest. Our riding elephants dropped us off, and we were given strict instructions to remain put until later, the elephants would come to pick us up. So we sat, hoping that a tiger or leopard would come down for a drink. No such luck. After a while, a juvenile rhesus macaque poked its head out and looked around warily. Then, taking infinitesimal care, it emerged into the clearing cautiously. If it had been born and brought up in Delhi, it would have probably charged out, clambered up our machaan and relieved us of our drinking water and snacks. But not this fellow. I thought these forest monkeys were such wimps! It was getting darker by the minute- and there was no sign of our elephant pickups. So we decided to trek back to Dhikala. We set off in single file along the forest path. When I was suddenly confronted by all the pioneering leaders rushing pell-mell back urgently whispering, 'mad elephant, mad elephant!' I saw the bulk of an elephant- I can't vouch if its head was aggressively cocked and trunk rolled up, appraising us prior to charging. Incontinently, we fled, to our machaan and clambered up. One spank from its trunk would have sent any of us flying clear across the waterhole! We could only sit quietly. I realised that the juvenile rhesus had a very good reason for being so cautious. We had not.

The purpose of spending an afternoon on a machaan was to

experience the feeling of being in a tree house

watch the predators in their natural habitat

climb off and on an elephant easily from a height

enjoy the beauty of the jungle from a vantage point

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q444:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Part of our programme included spending an afternoon on a machaan that overlooked a waterhole in the forest. Our riding elephants dropped us off, and we were given strict instructions to remain put until later, the elephants would come to pick us up. So we sat, hoping that a tiger or leopard would come down for a drink. No such luck. After a while, a juvenile rhesus macaque poked its head out and looked around warily. Then, taking infinitesimal care, it emerged into the clearing cautiously. If it had been born and brought up in Delhi, it would have probably charged out, clambered up our machaan and relieved us of our drinking water and snacks. But not this fellow. I thought these forest monkeys were such wimps! It was getting darker by the minute- and there was no sign of our elephant pickups. So we decided to trek back to Dhikala. We set off in single file along the forest path. When I was suddenly confronted by all the pioneering leaders rushing pell-mell back urgently whispering, 'mad elephant, mad elephant!' I saw the bulk of an elephant- I can't vouch if its head was aggressively cocked and trunk rolled up, appraising us prior to charging. Incontinently, we fled, to our machaan and clambered up. One spank from its trunk would have sent any of us flying clear across the waterhole! We could only sit quietly. I realised that the juvenile rhesus had a very good reason for being so cautious. We had not.

Find a word from the passage which means the same as- 'Unrestrained'

Warily

Incontinently

Appraising

Juvenile

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q445:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Part of our programme included spending an afternoon on a machaan that overlooked a waterhole in the forest. Our riding elephants dropped us off, and we were given strict instructions to remain put until later, the elephants would come to pick us up. So we sat, hoping that a tiger or leopard would come down for a drink. No such luck. After a while, a juvenile rhesus macaque poked its head out and looked around warily. Then, taking infinitesimal care, it emerged into the clearing cautiously. If it had been born and brought up in Delhi, it would have probably charged out, clambered up our machaan and relieved us of our drinking water and snacks. But not this fellow. I thought these forest monkeys were such wimps! It was getting darker by the minute- and there was no sign of our elephant pickups. So we decided to trek back to Dhikala. We set off in single file along the forest path. When I was suddenly confronted by all the pioneering leaders rushing pell-mell back urgently whispering, 'mad elephant, mad elephant!' I saw the bulk of an elephant- I can't vouch if its head was aggressively cocked and trunk rolled up, appraising us prior to charging. Incontinently, we fled, to our machaan and clambered up. One spank from its trunk would have sent any of us flying clear across the waterhole! We could only sit quietly. I realised that the juvenile rhesus had a very good reason for being so cautious. We had not.

The juvenile rhesus ______ the author by reflecting an overtly ______ approach.

impressed: calm

disappointed: discreet

angered: destructive

amused: clownish

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q446:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Tea cultivation in Assam can be traced back to the early 19th century when the region was under British colonial rule. It was during the time of the East India Company that Robert Bruce, an officer with the company, discovered wild tea plants growing in the forests of Assam in 1823. The East India Company began experimenting with tea cultivation in Assam, with the first commercial tea garden established in 1837 at Chabua. However, the initial years were challenging due to lack of knowledge about tea cultivation techniques and the hostile climate and terrain of Assam. The turning point for tea growing in Assam came with the formation of the Assam Tea Company in 1939. The company was established by a group of entrepreneurs who recognised the immense commercial prospects of tea. The Assam Tea Company acquired large tracts of land in the region and introduced advanced cultivation methods, such as plucking the tea leaves using indigenous labourers. To meet the growing demand for labour in the tea gardens, the British introduced the indentured labour system. Under this system, labourers were brought from other parts of India, primarily from Bihar and Odisha, to work in the tea plantations. These labourers known as "coolies" endured harsh working conditions and were subjected to exploitative practices by the plantation owners. The indentured labour system played a crucial role in the expansion of tea plantations in Assam, but it also perpetuated social and economic inequalities.

What were the initial challenges faced by the East India Company during their tea cultivation experiment in Assam? (A) Shortage of indigenous tea plant species. (B) Ignorance about the cultivation techniques. (C) Lack of labourers in the tea plantations. (D) The hostile climate and terrain of Assam. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (B) and (D) only

(A) and (C) only

(B) and (C) only

(B) and (D) only

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q447:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Tea cultivation in Assam can be traced back to the early 19th century when the region was under British colonial rule. It was during the time of the East India Company that Robert Bruce, an officer with the company, discovered wild tea plants growing in the forests of Assam in 1823. The East India Company began experimenting with tea cultivation in Assam, with the first commercial tea garden established in 1837 at Chabua. However, the initial years were challenging due to lack of knowledge about tea cultivation techniques and the hostile climate and terrain of Assam. The turning point for tea growing in Assam came with the formation of the Assam Tea Company in 1939. The company was established by a group of entrepreneurs who recognised the immense commercial prospects of tea. The Assam Tea Company acquired large tracts of land in the region and introduced advanced cultivation methods, such as plucking the tea leaves using indigenous labourers. To meet the growing demand for labour in the tea gardens, the British introduced the indentured labour system. Under this system, labourers were brought from other parts of India, primarily from Bihar and Odisha, to work in the tea plantations. These labourers known as "coolies" endured harsh working conditions and were subjected to exploitative practices by the plantation owners. The indentured labour system played a crucial role in the expansion of tea plantations in Assam, but it also perpetuated social and economic inequalities.

On the basis of your reading of the passage, identify the statement that is incorrect:

Under the indentured labour system, labourers were subjected to harsh working conditions and exploitation.

The indentured system enabled the laborers to have economic stability and a respectable social status

Under the indentured labour system, the labourers were brought from other parts of India to work in the tea plantations.

The credit for the establishment of Assam Tea Company goes to a group of enterpreneurs

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q448:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Tea cultivation in Assam can be traced back to the early 19th century when the region was under British colonial rule. It was during the time of the East India Company that Robert Bruce, an officer with the company, discovered wild tea plants growing in the forests of Assam in 1823. The East India Company began experimenting with tea cultivation in Assam, with the first commercial tea garden established in 1837 at Chabua. However, the initial years were challenging due to lack of knowledge about tea cultivation techniques and the hostile climate and terrain of Assam. The turning point for tea growing in Assam came with the formation of the Assam Tea Company in 1939. The company was established by a group of entrepreneurs who recognised the immense commercial prospects of tea. The Assam Tea Company acquired large tracts of land in the region and introduced advanced cultivation methods, such as plucking the tea leaves using indigenous labourers. To meet the growing demand for labour in the tea gardens, the British introduced the indentured labour system. Under this system, labourers were brought from other parts of India, primarily from Bihar and Odisha, to work in the tea plantations. These labourers known as "coolies" endured harsh working conditions and were subjected to exploitative practices by the plantation owners. The indentured labour system played a crucial role in the expansion of tea plantations in Assam, but it also perpetuated social and economic inequalities.

In 1823, Robert Bruce an officer with the East India Company, discovered

the commercial prospect of Tea in Assam

the prospect of acquiring large tracts of land in the region for tea cultivation

wild tea plants growing in the forests of Assam

the scope of establishing the first commercial tea garden in Assam

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q449:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Tea cultivation in Assam can be traced back to the early 19th century when the region was under British colonial rule. It was during the time of the East India Company that Robert Bruce, an officer with the company, discovered wild tea plants growing in the forests of Assam in 1823. The East India Company began experimenting with tea cultivation in Assam, with the first commercial tea garden established in 1837 at Chabua. However, the initial years were challenging due to lack of knowledge about tea cultivation techniques and the hostile climate and terrain of Assam. The turning point for tea growing in Assam came with the formation of the Assam Tea Company in 1939. The company was established by a group of entrepreneurs who recognised the immense commercial prospects of tea. The Assam Tea Company acquired large tracts of land in the region and introduced advanced cultivation methods, such as plucking the tea leaves using indigenous labourers. To meet the growing demand for labour in the tea gardens, the British introduced the indentured labour system. Under this system, labourers were brought from other parts of India, primarily from Bihar and Odisha, to work in the tea plantations. These labourers known as "coolies" endured harsh working conditions and were subjected to exploitative practices by the plantation owners. The indentured labour system played a crucial role in the expansion of tea plantations in Assam, but it also perpetuated social and economic inequalities.

How was the indentured labour system detrimental for the plantation labourers?

The profits accrued were only restricted to the East India Company

They were derogatorily addressed as "coolies"

They suffered the evils of exploitation, social and economic inequality.

They were never trained in advanced cultivation methods

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q450:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Once I was an archaeologist's assistant. I wandered the country probing, exploring, and digging, in search of antiquities, a most interesting occupation, although cynics sometimes called us "grave-diggers." I enjoyed the work immensely. My master-a famous archaeologist, was a superb, timeless being, who lived a thousand years behind the times, and wanted neither food, roof or riches if only he was allowed to gaze on undisturbed at an old coin or chip of a burial urn. He had torn up the earth in almost all parts of India and had brought to light very valuable information concerning the history and outlook of people of remote centuries. His monographs on each of his excavations filled several shelves in all the important libraries. And then, as our good fortune would have it, he received an inspiration that Malgudi district was eminently diggable. I am not competent to explain how he got this idea, but there it was. Word was brought to me that he needed an assistant. Within an hour of hearing it I stood before the great man. He had the craziest collection of articles in front of him -pots, beads, useless coins and palm leaves, all rusty and decaying. He had a lens by his side, through which he looked at these articles and made notes. He asked me: "What do you know of the archaeological factors of your district? "I blinked. Honestly, I didn't know there was any archaeology in our place. I realized that my living depended upon my answer.

Why did some cynics refer to archaeologists as "grave-diggers"?

They believed archaeologists were disturbing the dead

They resented the money spent on historical research

They assumed archaeologists were searching for buried treasure

They thought archaeology was a pointless profession

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q451:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Once I was an archaeologist's assistant. I wandered the country probing, exploring, and digging, in search of antiquities, a most interesting occupation, although cynics sometimes called us "grave-diggers." I enjoyed the work immensely. My master-a famous archaeologist, was a superb, timeless being, who lived a thousand years behind the times, and wanted neither food, roof or riches if only he was allowed to gaze on undisturbed at an old coin or chip of a burial urn. He had torn up the earth in almost all parts of India and had brought to light very valuable information concerning the history and outlook of people of remote centuries. His monographs on each of his excavations filled several shelves in all the important libraries. And then, as our good fortune would have it, he received an inspiration that Malgudi district was eminently diggable. I am not competent to explain how he got this idea, but there it was. Word was brought to me that he needed an assistant. Within an hour of hearing it I stood before the great man. He had the craziest collection of articles in front of him -pots, beads, useless coins and palm leaves, all rusty and decaying. He had a lens by his side, through which he looked at these articles and made notes. He asked me: "What do you know of the archaeological factors of your district? "I blinked. Honestly, I didn't know there was any archaeology in our place. I realized that my living depended upon my answer.

Which of the following best describes the meaning of "superb, timeless being" as used to describe the archaeologist?

A person who is physically ageless and immortal

Someone who is deeply absorbed in the past, unaffected by present-day concerns.

A highly skilled scientist who predicts the future

A wealthy and famous historian who is not bound by time

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q452:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Once I was an archaeologist's assistant. I wandered the country probing, exploring, and digging, in search of antiquities, a most interesting occupation, although cynics sometimes called us "grave-diggers." I enjoyed the work immensely. My master-a famous archaeologist, was a superb, timeless being, who lived a thousand years behind the times, and wanted neither food, roof or riches if only he was allowed to gaze on undisturbed at an old coin or chip of a burial urn. He had torn up the earth in almost all parts of India and had brought to light very valuable information concerning the history and outlook of people of remote centuries. His monographs on each of his excavations filled several shelves in all the important libraries. And then, as our good fortune would have it, he received an inspiration that Malgudi district was eminently diggable. I am not competent to explain how he got this idea, but there it was. Word was brought to me that he needed an assistant. Within an hour of hearing it I stood before the great man. He had the craziest collection of articles in front of him -pots, beads, useless coins and palm leaves, all rusty and decaying. He had a lens by his side, through which he looked at these articles and made notes. He asked me: "What do you know of the archaeological factors of your district? "I blinked. Honestly, I didn't know there was any archaeology in our place. I realized that my living depended upon my answer.

The narrator ______ when asked a question about archeology is his district. His final realization about his "living depended upon my answer" reveals that he ______

was evasive: was dishonest and willing to lie for a job

panicked: was practical and quick to adapt to situations

was confident: was deeply knowledgeable about history

was indifferent: was uninterested in archaeology but needed the money

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q453:

23 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Once I was an archaeologist's assistant. I wandered the country probing, exploring, and digging, in search of antiquities, a most interesting occupation, although cynics sometimes called us "grave-diggers." I enjoyed the work immensely. My master-a famous archaeologist, was a superb, timeless being, who lived a thousand years behind the times, and wanted neither food, roof or riches if only he was allowed to gaze on undisturbed at an old coin or chip of a burial urn. He had torn up the earth in almost all parts of India and had brought to light very valuable information concerning the history and outlook of people of remote centuries. His monographs on each of his excavations filled several shelves in all the important libraries. And then, as our good fortune would have it, he received an inspiration that Malgudi district was eminently diggable. I am not competent to explain how he got this idea, but there it was. Word was brought to me that he needed an assistant. Within an hour of hearing it I stood before the great man. He had the craziest collection of articles in front of him -pots, beads, useless coins and palm leaves, all rusty and decaying. He had a lens by his side, through which he looked at these articles and made notes. He asked me: "What do you know of the archaeological factors of your district? "I blinked. Honestly, I didn't know there was any archaeology in our place. I realized that my living depended upon my answer.

The phrase "received an inspiration that Malgudi district was eminently diggable" suggests that the archaeologist

had a sudden realization that Malgudi had great archaeological potential

felt that the soil in Malgudi was easy to dig through for excavations

thought that Malgudi was, culturally, a famous site for excavations

was unsure about Malgudi's historical significance

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q454:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I was raised by a teacher. My mother is a professor of early education. And from the time I went to kindergarten through my senior year in high school, I went to public schools. I wouldn't trade that education and experience for anything. I had incredible teachers. As I look at my life today, the things I value most about myself- my imagination, my love of acting, my passion for writing, my love of learning, my curiosity- all come from how I was parented and taught. And none of these qualities that I've just mentioned, none of these qualities that I prize so deeply, that have brought me so much joy, that have brought me so much professional success- none of these qualities that make me who I am can be tested. I said before that I had incredible teachers. And that's true. But it's more than that. My teachers were EMPOWERED to teach me. Their time wasn't taken up with a bunch of test prep-this silly drill and kill nonsense that any serious person knows doesn't promote real learning. No, my teachers were free to approach me and every kid in that classroom like an individual puzzle. They took so much care in figuring out who we were and how best to make the lessons resonate with each of us. They were empowered to unlock our potential. They were allowed to be teachers.

The extract is a/an \_\_\_\_\_\_ of teachers.

eulogy

euphemism

euphoria

evaluation

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q455:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I was raised by a teacher. My mother is a professor of early education. And from the time I went to kindergarten through my senior year in high school, I went to public schools. I wouldn't trade that education and experience for anything. I had incredible teachers. As I look at my life today, the things I value most about myself- my imagination, my love of acting, my passion for writing, my love of learning, my curiosity- all come from how I was parented and taught. And none of these qualities that I've just mentioned, none of these qualities that I prize so deeply, that have brought me so much joy, that have brought me so much professional success- none of these qualities that make me who I am can be tested. I said before that I had incredible teachers. And that's true. But it's more than that. My teachers were EMPOWERED to teach me. Their time wasn't taken up with a bunch of test prep-this silly drill and kill nonsense that any serious person knows doesn't promote real learning. No, my teachers were free to approach me and every kid in that classroom like an individual puzzle. They took so much care in figuring out who we were and how best to make the lessons resonate with each of us. They were empowered to unlock our potential. They were allowed to be teachers.

The writer salutes his teachers for all this EXCEPT:

sharpening his imagination

piquing his curiosity

honing his creative skills

disciplining his temperament

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q456:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

I was raised by a teacher. My mother is a professor of early education. And from the time I went to kindergarten through my senior year in high school, I went to public schools. I wouldn't trade that education and experience for anything. I had incredible teachers. As I look at my life today, the things I value most about myself- my imagination, my love of acting, my passion for writing, my love of learning, my curiosity- all come from how I was parented and taught. And none of these qualities that I've just mentioned, none of these qualities that I prize so deeply, that have brought me so much joy, that have brought me so much professional success- none of these qualities that make me who I am can be tested. I said before that I had incredible teachers. And that's true. But it's more than that. My teachers were EMPOWERED to teach me. Their time wasn't taken up with a bunch of test prep-this silly drill and kill nonsense that any serious person knows doesn't promote real learning. No, my teachers were free to approach me and every kid in that classroom like an individual puzzle. They took so much care in figuring out who we were and how best to make the lessons resonate with each of us. They were empowered to unlock our potential. They were allowed to be teachers.

The literary device used in the line- approached every kid in class 'like an individual puzzle' is:

Metaphor

Personification

Simile

Anaphora

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q457:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I was raised by a teacher. My mother is a professor of early education. And from the time I went to kindergarten through my senior year in high school, I went to public schools. I wouldn't trade that education and experience for anything. I had incredible teachers. As I look at my life today, the things I value most about myself- my imagination, my love of acting, my passion for writing, my love of learning, my curiosity- all come from how I was parented and taught. And none of these qualities that I've just mentioned, none of these qualities that I prize so deeply, that have brought me so much joy, that have brought me so much professional success- none of these qualities that make me who I am can be tested. I said before that I had incredible teachers. And that's true. But it's more than that. My teachers were EMPOWERED to teach me. Their time wasn't taken up with a bunch of test prep-this silly drill and kill nonsense that any serious person knows doesn't promote real learning. No, my teachers were free to approach me and every kid in that classroom like an individual puzzle. They took so much care in figuring out who we were and how best to make the lessons resonate with each of us. They were empowered to unlock our potential. They were allowed to be teachers.

The writer's teachers were empowered because they :

made wonderful tests

unlocked a student's potential

curbed a student's curiosity

worked within strict confines

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q458:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The recently launched Mission ShakthiSAT, is an ambitious initiative that aims to empower young girls worldwide to excel in space science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This historic all-girls mission, led by Space Kidz India (SKI), involves a spacecraft journey from lunar-to-lunar orbit and will be part of ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2026. Through this mission, SKI seeks to inspire young women to lead in space sciences and demonstrate their potential in STEM fields. Space Kidz India has a proven track record, having launched 19 Near Space Launch Vehicles, 3 Suborbital Payloads, and 5 Orbital Satellites. The mission's goal is to provide girls with the opportunity to contribute to an actual space mission and witness their satellite journey to the Moon. Srimathy Kesan, Founder and CEO of SKI, emphasized that Mission ShakthiSAT is about creating a global platform where young women can innovate and lead in space sciences. The mission represents the limitless potential of women and their role in shaping the future of space exploration. Meridian Space Command, a UK-based company, has partnered with SKI for mission management and in-space transportation. Using its orbital transfer vehicle, Meridian will efficiently transport the orbiter and lander to lunar orbit via PSLV, with a planned crash landing on the Moon. The ShaktiSAT programme also includes an online training curriculum on space technology fundamentals, spacecraft systems, and payload development. Following the online courses, 108 girls from 108 countries will be selected to participate in intensive hands-on training in India, where they will collaborate to design, build, and test a satellite for the mission.

How will the ShaktiSAT mission facilitate global collaboration in space?

By involving girl participants from 108 countries, for hands-on training in India.

By building the first international space station in collaboration with other space agencies

By launching individual satellites from all the 108 countries involved

By involving 108 countries in funding the ambitious and one of its kind mission

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q459:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The recently launched Mission ShakthiSAT, is an ambitious initiative that aims to empower young girls worldwide to excel in space science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This historic all-girls mission, led by Space Kidz India (SKI), involves a spacecraft journey from lunar-to-lunar orbit and will be part of ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2026. Through this mission, SKI seeks to inspire young women to lead in space sciences and demonstrate their potential in STEM fields. Space Kidz India has a proven track record, having launched 19 Near Space Launch Vehicles, 3 Suborbital Payloads, and 5 Orbital Satellites. The mission's goal is to provide girls with the opportunity to contribute to an actual space mission and witness their satellite journey to the Moon. Srimathy Kesan, Founder and CEO of SKI, emphasized that Mission ShakthiSAT is about creating a global platform where young women can innovate and lead in space sciences. The mission represents the limitless potential of women and their role in shaping the future of space exploration. Meridian Space Command, a UK-based company, has partnered with SKI for mission management and in-space transportation. Using its orbital transfer vehicle, Meridian will efficiently transport the orbiter and lander to lunar orbit via PSLV, with a planned crash landing on the Moon. The ShaktiSAT programme also includes an online training curriculum on space technology fundamentals, spacecraft systems, and payload development. Following the online courses, 108 girls from 108 countries will be selected to participate in intensive hands-on training in India, where they will collaborate to design, build, and test a satellite for the mission.

What educational component does the ShaktiSAT programme provide for young girls before their hands-on training?

An opportunity to research and study asteroid mining

An online training curriculum on space technology fundamentals

A practical course on space shuttle piloting

An internship program with ISRO

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q460:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The recently launched Mission ShakthiSAT, is an ambitious initiative that aims to empower young girls worldwide to excel in space science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This historic all-girls mission, led by Space Kidz India (SKI), involves a spacecraft journey from lunar-to-lunar orbit and will be part of ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2026. Through this mission, SKI seeks to inspire young women to lead in space sciences and demonstrate their potential in STEM fields. Space Kidz India has a proven track record, having launched 19 Near Space Launch Vehicles, 3 Suborbital Payloads, and 5 Orbital Satellites. The mission's goal is to provide girls with the opportunity to contribute to an actual space mission and witness their satellite journey to the Moon. Srimathy Kesan, Founder and CEO of SKI, emphasized that Mission ShakthiSAT is about creating a global platform where young women can innovate and lead in space sciences. The mission represents the limitless potential of women and their role in shaping the future of space exploration. Meridian Space Command, a UK-based company, has partnered with SKI for mission management and in-space transportation. Using its orbital transfer vehicle, Meridian will efficiently transport the orbiter and lander to lunar orbit via PSLV, with a planned crash landing on the Moon. The ShaktiSAT programme also includes an online training curriculum on space technology fundamentals, spacecraft systems, and payload development. Following the online courses, 108 girls from 108 countries will be selected to participate in intensive hands-on training in India, where they will collaborate to design, build, and test a satellite for the mission.

What is the primary aim of Mission ShakthiSAT?

To launch a satellite to planet Mars

Empowering young girls to lead and excel in space science

To develop a new type of spacecraft for deep space missions

To create a new International Space Station

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q461:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The recently launched Mission ShakthiSAT, is an ambitious initiative that aims to empower young girls worldwide to excel in space science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This historic all-girls mission, led by Space Kidz India (SKI), involves a spacecraft journey from lunar-to-lunar orbit and will be part of ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2026. Through this mission, SKI seeks to inspire young women to lead in space sciences and demonstrate their potential in STEM fields. Space Kidz India has a proven track record, having launched 19 Near Space Launch Vehicles, 3 Suborbital Payloads, and 5 Orbital Satellites. The mission's goal is to provide girls with the opportunity to contribute to an actual space mission and witness their satellite journey to the Moon. Srimathy Kesan, Founder and CEO of SKI, emphasized that Mission ShakthiSAT is about creating a global platform where young women can innovate and lead in space sciences. The mission represents the limitless potential of women and their role in shaping the future of space exploration. Meridian Space Command, a UK-based company, has partnered with SKI for mission management and in-space transportation. Using its orbital transfer vehicle, Meridian will efficiently transport the orbiter and lander to lunar orbit via PSLV, with a planned crash landing on the Moon. The ShaktiSAT programme also includes an online training curriculum on space technology fundamentals, spacecraft systems, and payload development. Following the online courses, 108 girls from 108 countries will be selected to participate in intensive hands-on training in India, where they will collaborate to design, build, and test a satellite for the mission.

What is the significance of the Chandrayaan-4 mission in relation to ShakthiSAT?

It is absolutely unrelated to Mission ShakthiSAT's objectives

It will carry the first Indian woman astronaut to the Moon

It is going to be the first mission to use the ShaktiSAT spacecraft

It's student-built satellite will be launched as part of this mission in 2026

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q462:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

One afternoon in late June, as the sun shone warmly into the large courtyard, a very elegant Victoria, drawn by two sleek black horses, stopped in front of the mansion. The Countess descended the steps just as her husband, returning home, appeared at the carriage entrance. The Count paused, his face turning slightly pale as he observed his wife. She was strikingly beautiful, with her long oval face, an ivory-like complexion, large gray eyes, and jet-black hair. Her graceful and aristocratic demeanour only heightened her appeal. Without sparing him a glance or acknowledging his presence, she entered the carriage with a high-bred air that rekindled the burning jealousy which had long consumed him. Approaching her, he asked in a measured tone, "You are going for a drive?" She responded coldly, "You see I am." "May I join you?" he ventured, attempting to mask his unease. "The carriage belongs to you," she replied disdainfully, her tone cutting and dismissive. Without reacting to her hostility, he climbed in and gave the order: "To the Boulogne Woods" The footman took his place beside the coachman, and the spirited horses pranced onto the street. Husband and wife sat stiffly side by side in silence, the tension between them palpable. He hesitated, seeking a way to begin a conversation, but her resolute, icy demeanour held him back. Finally, as if by accident, his gloved hand brushed hers. She recoiled sharply, her gesture laden with unmistakable disgust. He remained thoughtful, in spite of his usual authoritative and despotic character, and finally said: "Gabrielle!"

What characteristic of the Countess reignited the count's jealousy?

her dismissive response to his question

her elegance and aristocratic demeanour

her choice of the Bois de Boulogne as the destination

her sharp tone when speaking to the coachman

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q463:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

One afternoon in late June, as the sun shone warmly into the large courtyard, a very elegant Victoria, drawn by two sleek black horses, stopped in front of the mansion. The Countess descended the steps just as her husband, returning home, appeared at the carriage entrance. The Count paused, his face turning slightly pale as he observed his wife. She was strikingly beautiful, with her long oval face, an ivory-like complexion, large gray eyes, and jet-black hair. Her graceful and aristocratic demeanour only heightened her appeal. Without sparing him a glance or acknowledging his presence, she entered the carriage with a high-bred air that rekindled the burning jealousy which had long consumed him. Approaching her, he asked in a measured tone, "You are going for a drive?" She responded coldly, "You see I am." "May I join you?" he ventured, attempting to mask his unease. "The carriage belongs to you," she replied disdainfully, her tone cutting and dismissive. Without reacting to her hostility, he climbed in and gave the order: "To the Boulogne Woods" The footman took his place beside the coachman, and the spirited horses pranced onto the street. Husband and wife sat stiffly side by side in silence, the tension between them palpable. He hesitated, seeking a way to begin a conversation, but her resolute, icy demeanour held him back. Finally, as if by accident, his gloved hand brushed hers. She recoiled sharply, her gesture laden with unmistakable disgust. He remained thoughtful, in spite of his usual authoritative and despotic character, and finally said: "Gabrielle!"

Which of the following best describes the atmosphere inside the carriage?

Calm and amicable, with exchange of polite conversation

Tense and silent, filled with unresolved emotions

Cheerful, light and lively, with both sharing an easy camaraderie

Toxic but hopeful, with efforts at reconciliation

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q464:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

One afternoon in late June, as the sun shone warmly into the large courtyard, a very elegant Victoria, drawn by two sleek black horses, stopped in front of the mansion. The Countess descended the steps just as her husband, returning home, appeared at the carriage entrance.<p>The Count paused, his face turning slightly pale as he observed his wife. She was strikingly beautiful, with her long oval face, an ivory-like complexion, large gray eyes, and jet-black hair. Her graceful and aristocratic demeanour only heightened her appeal. Without sparing him a glance or acknowledging his presence, she entered the carriage with a high-bred air that rekindled the burning jealousy which had long consumed him.<p>Approaching her, he asked in a measured tone, "You are going for a drive?"<br/>She responded coldly, "You see I am."<br/>"May I join you?" he ventured, attempting to mask his unease.<br/>"The carriage belongs to you," she replied disdainfully, her tone cutting and dismissive.<p>Without reacting to her hostility, he climbed in and gave the order: "To the Boulogne Woods" The footman took his place beside the coachman, and the spirited horses pranced onto the street. Husband and wife sat stiffly side by side in silence, the tension between them palpable. He hesitated, seeking a way to begin a conversation, but her resolute, icy demeanour held him back.<p>Finally, as if by accident, his gloved hand brushed hers. She recoiled sharply, her gesture laden with unmistakable disgust. He remained thoughtful, in spite of his usual authoritative and despotic character, and finally said: "Gabrielle!"

Match the words used in the passage in List-I with their meanings in List-II | List-I<br>(Words) | List-II<br>(Meanings) | | --- | --- | | (A) appeal | (I) contemptuous, dismissive | | (B) consumed | (II) filled one with strong feelings, overwhelmed | | (C) palpable | (III) revived and awakened again | | (D) rekindled | (IV) a quality that makes somebody or something interesting | | (E) disdainful | (V) easily noticed by the mind or senses | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q465:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

One afternoon in late June, as the sun shone warmly into the large courtyard, a very elegant Victoria, drawn by two sleek black horses, stopped in front of the mansion. The Countess descended the steps just as her husband, returning home, appeared at the carriage entrance. The Count paused, his face turning slightly pale as he observed his wife. She was strikingly beautiful, with her long oval face, an ivory-like complexion, large gray eyes, and jet-black hair. Her graceful and aristocratic demeanour only heightened her appeal. Without sparing him a glance or acknowledging his presence, she entered the carriage with a high-bred air that rekindled the burning jealousy which had long consumed him. Approaching her, he asked in a measured tone, "You are going for a drive?" She responded coldly, "You see I am." "May I join you?" he ventured, attempting to mask his unease. "The carriage belongs to you," she replied disdainfully, her tone cutting and dismissive. Without reacting to her hostility, he climbed in and gave the order: "To the Boulogne Woods" The footman took his place beside the coachman, and the spirited horses pranced onto the street. Husband and wife sat stiffly side by side in silence, the tension between them palpable. He hesitated, seeking a way to begin a conversation, but her resolute, icy demeanour held him back. Finally, as if by accident, his gloved hand brushed hers. She recoiled sharply, her gesture laden with unmistakable disgust. He remained thoughtful, in spite of his usual authoritative and despotic character, and finally said: "Gabrielle!"

What does the Count's behaviour throughout the scene suggest about his personality?

He is indifferent and dismissive towards his wife

He is authoritative and controlling but also vulnerable to jealousy

He is confident and not bothered about the Countess's demeanour

He is carefree and uninterested in his wife's opinions or interests

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q466:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Choose the best option to fill in the blank with the correct phrasal verb. She was upset when she found out that her manuscript had been ________ by the publisher.

turned down

turned in

turned over

turned out

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q467:

22 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The recently launched Mission ShakthiSAT, is an ambitious initiative that aims to empower young girls worldwide to excel in space science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This historic all-girls mission, led by Space Kidz India (SKI), involves a spacecraft journey from lunar-to-lunar orbit and will be part of ISRO's Chandrayaan-4 mission in 2026. Through this mission, SKI seeks to inspire young women to lead in space sciences and demonstrate their potential in STEM fields. Space Kidz India has a proven track record, having launched 19 Near Space Launch Vehicles, 3 Suborbital Payloads, and 5 Orbital Satellites. The mission's goal is to provide girls with the opportunity to contribute to an actual space mission and witness their satellite journey to the Moon. Srimathy Kesan, Founder and CEO of SKI, emphasized that Mission ShakthiSAT is about creating a global platform where young women can innovate and lead in space sciences. The mission represents the limitless potential of women and their role in shaping the future of space exploration. Meridian Space Command, a UK-based company, has partnered with SKI for mission management and in-space transportation. Using its orbital transfer vehicle, Meridian will efficiently transport the orbiter and lander to lunar orbit via PSLV, with a planned crash landing on the Moon. The ShaktiSAT programme also includes an online training curriculum on space technology fundamentals, spacecraft systems, and payload development. Following the online courses, 108 girls from 108 countries will be selected to participate in intensive hands-on training in India, where they will collaborate to design, build, and test a satellite for the mission.

Rearrange the following parts in the correct sequence to form a meaningful sentence: (A) buying choices on the environment they are increasingly (B) align with their values, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability (C) as consumers become aware of the influence of their (D) interested in being associated with brands that Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q468:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Ashlyn Greer was on the hunt. This time in the messy back room of a vintage boutique two blocks from An Unlikely Story, the rare bookstore she'd owned and operated for nearly four years. She'd received a call from Kenny Patel, the boutique's owner, about a man from Rye who brought in several cartons of books, one of which contained hardbacks, recent bestsellers of Steel, Chamberlain, and Garrett—esteemed authors, but hardly rare. The second carton offered a more eclectic mix, including several health and nutrition books, one guaranteeing a flat tummy in thirty days, another touting the benefits of a miraculous diet. She worked quickly, careful not to hold on to any books for too long, but it was hard not to pick up subtle vibrations as she returned them to the carton. They had belonged to someone who was sick, afraid, and worried about running out of time. It was a gift Ashlyn had since she was twelve, like a perfumer's nose—the ability to sense the echoes attached to certain inanimate objects, especially books. She didn't know how it worked. After a fight between her parents, she had paddled to the cramped bookshop, her safe place. The owner, Frank, greeted her with a taciturn nod. He knew about her troubled home life but never mentioned it, offering her a quiet refuge instead. It was a kindness she'd never forgotten. It was there she first experienced the strange sensation of shock and sadness, when she picked up The Water-Babies.

What special gift did Ashlyn Greer have since the age of twelve, and where did she first experience it?

Her gift of identifying rarities from ordinary books; at home during a fight between her parents

Her penchant for reading; in the vintage boutique back room

Her gift of sensing emotions from books; at a cramped bookshop after a fight between her parents

Her ability to experience shock and sadness with a balanced mind; in her own bookstore, An Unlikely Story

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q469:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Ashlyn Greer was on the hunt. This time in the messy back room of a vintage boutique two blocks from An Unlikely Story, the rare bookstore she'd owned and operated for nearly four years. She'd received a call from Kenny Patel, the boutique's owner, about a man from Rye who brought in several cartons of books, one of which contained hardbacks, recent bestsellers of Steel, Chamberlain, and Garrett—esteemed authors, but hardly rare. The second carton offered a more eclectic mix, including several health and nutrition books, one guaranteeing a flat tummy in thirty days, another touting the benefits of a miraculous diet. She worked quickly, careful not to hold on to any books for too long, but it was hard not to pick up subtle vibrations as she returned them to the carton. They had belonged to someone who was sick, afraid, and worried about running out of time. It was a gift Ashlyn had since she was twelve, like a perfumer's nose—the ability to sense the echoes attached to certain inanimate objects, especially books. She didn't know how it worked. After a fight between her parents, she had paddled to the cramped bookshop, her safe place. The owner, Frank, greeted her with a taciturn nod. He knew about her troubled home life but never mentioned it, offering her a quiet refuge instead. It was a kindness she'd never forgotten. It was there she first experienced the strange sensation of shock and sadness, when she picked up The Water-Babies.

What does the mention of Ashlyn's visit to the cramped bookshop after a fight between her parents signify about her connection to books?

It shows her preference for solitude during stressful times

It marks the moment when she realized her passion for running a bookstore

It highlights her reliance on the cramped bookshop as a source of discovery

It demonstrates her skill in identifying rare and valuable books

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q470:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Ashlyn Greer was on the hunt. This time in the messy back room of a vintage boutique two blocks from An Unlikely Story, the rare bookstore she'd owned and operated for nearly four years. She'd received a call from Kenny Patel, the boutique's owner, about a man from Rye who brought in several cartons of books, one of which contained hardbacks, recent bestsellers of Steel, Chamberlain, and Garrett—esteemed authors, but hardly rare. The second carton offered a more eclectic mix, including several health and nutrition books, one guaranteeing a flat tummy in thirty days, another touting the benefits of a miraculous diet. She worked quickly, careful not to hold on to any books for too long, but it was hard not to pick up subtle vibrations as she returned them to the carton. They had belonged to someone who was sick, afraid, and worried about running out of time. It was a gift Ashlyn had since she was twelve, like a perfumer's nose—the ability to sense the echoes attached to certain inanimate objects, especially books. She didn't know how it worked. After a fight between her parents, she had paddled to the cramped bookshop, her safe place. The owner, Frank, greeted her with a taciturn nod. He knew about her troubled home life but never mentioned it, offering her a quiet refuge instead. It was a kindness she'd never forgotten. It was there she first experienced the strange sensation of shock and sadness, when she picked up The Water-Babies.

What did Ashlyn sense about the person who previously owned the books in the second carton?

The person was excited about new diets

The person was a collector of rare books

The person was ailing, aghast, and worried about elapsing time.

The person was indifferent towards his possessions

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q471:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Ashlyn Greer was on the hunt. This time in the messy back room of a vintage boutique two blocks from An Unlikely Story, the rare bookstore she'd owned and operated for nearly four years. She'd received a call from Kenny Patel, the boutique's owner, about a man from Rye who brought in several cartons of books, one of which contained hardbacks, recent bestsellers of Steel, Chamberlain, and Garrett—esteemed authors, but hardly rare. The second carton offered a more eclectic mix, including several health and nutrition books, one guaranteeing a flat tummy in thirty days, another touting the benefits of a miraculous diet. She worked quickly, careful not to hold on to any books for too long, but it was hard not to pick up subtle vibrations as she returned them to the carton. They had belonged to someone who was sick, afraid, and worried about running out of time. It was a gift Ashlyn had since she was twelve, like a perfumer's nose—the ability to sense the echoes attached to certain inanimate objects, especially books. She didn't know how it worked. After a fight between her parents, she had paddled to the cramped bookshop, her safe place. The owner, Frank, greeted her with a taciturn nod. He knew about her troubled home life but never mentioned it, offering her a quiet refuge instead. It was a kindness she'd never forgotten. It was there she first experienced the strange sensation of shock and sadness, when she picked up The Water-Babies.

What does Ashlyn's ability to sense echoes from books resemble, as described in the text?

A librarian's instinct for organization

A perfumer's nose for scents

A musician's ear for melodies

A historian's memory for details

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q472:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

The brain operates in different states, measured in five main categories of brain waves: alpha, beta, gamma, theta and delta. Most of the time, our brains are in a 'default work' state, characterized by beta and gamma waves. This is when we're using our brains to solve problems and focus on tasks which require us to stay in an alert, active state. This is an essential role, for sure, but not one you want to stay in for too long, as it raises cortisol levels in the body, increasing feelings of stress and anxiety. "Stress, and the effects it has on the body, is one of the main drivers of chronic disease and depression today," says Dr.Vuu. A study published in Frontiers Neuroscience found that stress caused physiological changes in the brain, increasing the risk of everything from mood disorders to autoimmune disease and dementia. A 2021 meta-analysis of multiple studies found that engaging in leisure activities can improve health by protecting against coronary heart disease, cognitive decline and dementia. Hobbies not only improve our neuro plasticity but also make us happier. In all, hobbies are a powerful antidote to stress, causing a cascade of positive changes. "Doing a hobby you enjoy puts your brain into a 'flow' state, characterized by alpha and theta waves, which cause you to feel relaxed, less stressed and less anxious," Dr. Vuu says. These brain states are characterized by feelings of deep relaxation, passive focus, creativity, intuition and daydreaming.

The ______ levels of people who are always on alert mode are very high.

alpha

cortisol

cognitive

creativity

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q473:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The brain operates in different states, measured in five main categories of brain waves: alpha, beta, gamma, theta and delta. Most of the time, our brains are in a 'default work' state, characterized by beta and gamma waves. This is when we're using our brains to solve problems and focus on tasks which require us to stay in an alert, active state. This is an essential role, for sure, but not one you want to stay in for too long, as it raises cortisol levels in the body, increasing feelings of stress and anxiety. "Stress, and the effects it has on the body, is one of the main drivers of chronic disease and depression today," says Dr.Vuu. A study published in Frontiers Neuroscience found that stress caused physiological changes in the brain, increasing the risk of everything from mood disorders to autoimmune disease and dementia. A 2021 meta-analysis of multiple studies found that engaging in leisure activities can improve health by protecting against coronary heart disease, cognitive decline and dementia. Hobbies not only improve our neuro plasticity but also make us happier. In all, hobbies are a powerful antidote to stress, causing a cascade of positive changes. "Doing a hobby you enjoy puts your brain into a 'flow' state, characterized by alpha and theta waves, which cause you to feel relaxed, less stressed and less anxious," Dr. Vuu says. These brain states are characterized by feelings of deep relaxation, passive focus, creativity, intuition and daydreaming.

To solve any kind of problems, and remain focused, the human brain uses--------- waves.

alpha & gamma

beta & gamma

delta & theta

theta & alpha

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q474:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The brain operates in different states, measured in five main categories of brain waves: alpha, beta, gamma, theta and delta. Most of the time, our brains are in a 'default work' state, characterized by beta and gamma waves. This is when we're using our brains to solve problems and focus on tasks which require us to stay in an alert, active state. This is an essential role, for sure, but not one you want to stay in for too long, as it raises cortisol levels in the body, increasing feelings of stress and anxiety. "Stress, and the effects it has on the body, is one of the main drivers of chronic disease and depression today," says Dr.Vuu. A study published in Frontiers Neuroscience found that stress caused physiological changes in the brain, increasing the risk of everything from mood disorders to autoimmune disease and dementia. A 2021 meta-analysis of multiple studies found that engaging in leisure activities can improve health by protecting against coronary heart disease, cognitive decline and dementia. Hobbies not only improve our neuro plasticity but also make us happier. In all, hobbies are a powerful antidote to stress, causing a cascade of positive changes. "Doing a hobby you enjoy puts your brain into a 'flow' state, characterized by alpha and theta waves, which cause you to feel relaxed, less stressed and less anxious," Dr. Vuu says. These brain states are characterized by feelings of deep relaxation, passive focus, creativity, intuition and daydreaming.

The ____ activities work like medicine to alleviate stress.

leisure

passive

multiple

antidote

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q475:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The brain operates in different states, measured in five main categories of brain waves: alpha, beta, gamma, theta and delta. Most of the time, our brains are in a 'default work' state, characterized by beta and gamma waves. This is when we're using our brains to solve problems and focus on tasks which require us to stay in an alert, active state. This is an essential role, for sure, but not one you want to stay in for too long, as it raises cortisol levels in the body, increasing feelings of stress and anxiety. "Stress, and the effects it has on the body, is one of the main drivers of chronic disease and depression today," says Dr.Vuu. A study published in Frontiers Neuroscience found that stress caused physiological changes in the brain, increasing the risk of everything from mood disorders to autoimmune disease and dementia. A 2021 meta-analysis of multiple studies found that engaging in leisure activities can improve health by protecting against coronary heart disease, cognitive decline and dementia. Hobbies not only improve our neuro plasticity but also make us happier. In all, hobbies are a powerful antidote to stress, causing a cascade of positive changes. "Doing a hobby you enjoy puts your brain into a 'flow' state, characterized by alpha and theta waves, which cause you to feel relaxed, less stressed and less anxious," Dr. Vuu says. These brain states are characterized by feelings of deep relaxation, passive focus, creativity, intuition and daydreaming.

To achieve a 'flow' state of the brain, one needs to pursue----------which generate a calming effect.

work

hobbies

creativity

stress

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q476:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Till recently, many scholars have worked on collections of folk songs, but their main attention was on their lyrical content. The musical aspect just did not receive as much attention. Hence, the subject remained a closed book. When I ventured to study the subject, I faced the stark fact that the only source available to me was the rustic folk themselves. The difficulties for such a primary worker in any field are very well-known. But the co-operation I had from the simple men and women of the villages made me forget everything. With the deepest love and gratitude to the village folks, I present to you some fragments of my collection and humble observations on them. Now, who are these folks? I would say that they are the "civilized" people of the villages. They are a group in whom the economic, educational and cultural diversity of the city is much less pronounced. Their modes of life, customs, lore and songs are known and shared by one and all in the group. Their art, particularly their music, is the expression of their thoughts, feelings, hopes and aspirations. Their music is simple, natural and free from any kind of artificial sophistication or inhibition, which is an unavoidable feature of any urban society. Tamilnad abounds in the beauties of nature in all its vicissitudes, hills and dales, plains and pasturage. Its magnificent temples have fostered arts like architecture, sculpture, music, dance, painting and literature. It is of interest to note that folk arts, culture and tradition had a great part to play in the development of these.

One of the factors responsible for Tamilnad's cultural heritage is it's-------------.

magnificent temples and natural beauty

traditions & simplicity of people

folk art, culture and tradition

architecture, sculpture and music

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q477:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Till recently, many scholars have worked on collections of folk songs, but their main attention was on their lyrical content. The musical aspect just did not receive as much attention. Hence, the subject remained a closed book. When I ventured to study the subject, I faced the stark fact that the only source available to me was the rustic folk themselves. The difficulties for such a primary worker in any field are very well-known. But the co-operation I had from the simple men and women of the villages made me forget everything. With the deepest love and gratitude to the village folks, I present to you some fragments of my collection and humble observations on them. Now, who are these folks? I would say that they are the "civilized" people of the villages. They are a group in whom the economic, educational and cultural diversity of the city is much less pronounced. Their modes of life, customs, lore and songs are known and shared by one and all in the group. Their art, particularly their music, is the expression of their thoughts, feelings, hopes and aspirations. Their music is simple, natural and free from any kind of artificial sophistication or inhibition, which is an unavoidable feature of any urban society. Tamilnad abounds in the beauties of nature in all its vicissitudes, hills and dales, plains and pasturage. Its magnificent temples have fostered arts like architecture, sculpture, music, dance, painting and literature. It is of interest to note that folk arts, culture and tradition had a great part to play in the development of these.

Choose the statement/s which is/are correct according to the passage: (A) The village folk were innocent. (B) The village folk were simple & cooperative. (C) Their music was the expression of their hopes and aspirations. (D) Their music belonged to urban society only. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) only

(B) and (C) only

(C) and (D) only

(A) and (D) only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q478:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Till recently, many scholars have worked on collections of folk songs, but their main attention was on their lyrical content. The musical aspect just did not receive as much attention. Hence, the subject remained a closed book. When I ventured to study the subject, I faced the stark fact that the only source available to me was the rustic folk themselves. The difficulties for such a primary worker in any field are very well-known. But the co-operation I had from the simple men and women of the villages made me forget everything. With the deepest love and gratitude to the village folks, I present to you some fragments of my collection and humble observations on them. Now, who are these folks? I would say that they are the "civilized" people of the villages. They are a group in whom the economic, educational and cultural diversity of the city is much less pronounced. Their modes of life, customs, lore and songs are known and shared by one and all in the group. Their art, particularly their music, is the expression of their thoughts, feelings, hopes and aspirations. Their music is simple, natural and free from any kind of artificial sophistication or inhibition, which is an unavoidable feature of any urban society. Tamilnad abounds in the beauties of nature in all its vicissitudes, hills and dales, plains and pasturage. Its magnificent temples have fostered arts like architecture, sculpture, music, dance, painting and literature. It is of interest to note that folk arts, culture and tradition had a great part to play in the development of these.

What are the author's feelings towards the village folk?

Love & gratitude

Jealousy & anger

Sympathy & apathy

Frustration & indifference

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q479:

21 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Till recently, many scholars have worked on collections of folk songs, but their main attention was on their lyrical content. The musical aspect just did not receive as much attention. Hence, the subject remained a closed book. When I ventured to study the subject, I faced the stark fact that the only source available to me was the rustic folk themselves. The difficulties for such a primary worker in any field are very well-known. But the co-operation I had from the simple men and women of the villages made me forget everything. With the deepest love and gratitude to the village folks, I present to you some fragments of my collection and humble observations on them. Now, who are these folks? I would say that they are the "civilized" people of the villages. They are a group in whom the economic, educational and cultural diversity of the city is much less pronounced. Their modes of life, customs, lore and songs are known and shared by one and all in the group. Their art, particularly their music, is the expression of their thoughts, feelings, hopes and aspirations. Their music is simple, natural and free from any kind of artificial sophistication or inhibition, which is an unavoidable feature of any urban society. Tamilnad abounds in the beauties of nature in all its vicissitudes, hills and dales, plains and pasturage. Its magnificent temples have fostered arts like architecture, sculpture, music, dance, painting and literature. It is of interest to note that folk arts, culture and tradition had a great part to play in the development of these.

Select the appropriate option for the underlined phrase given below: 'The subject remained a closed book.'

No more in use

No more to talk about

Nothing much is known

A waste of time

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q480:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

India’s space programme has once again proven its ingenuity and determination with the launch of its first space docking mission. The Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) represents more than just a technological milestone – it underscores the nation’s aspirations to become a major player in the global space race. This achievement not only cements India’s position among elite nations like the United States, Russia, and China but also opens new doors for innovation, collaboration, and economic growth in the space sector. The development and testing of in-space docking technology signals a significant advancement in India’s capabilities. Space docking is a complex process requiring high precision, and mastering it is critical for missions that involve assembling large structures in orbit or servicing satellites. The technology will also play a pivotal role in the future operations of space stations and potential deep-space explorations. For a country committed to creating indigenous solutions for its ambitious space goals, this is a step in the right direction. This mission underscores India’s growing ability to combine innovation with sustainability, transforming challenges into opportunities. Re-purposing space debris as a laboratory highlights a forward-thinking approach that benefits both science and the environment. The ingenuity of this mission is further demonstrated by ISRO’s decision to re-purpose the fourth stage of the launch vehicle as an orbital laboratory. As India continues to reach for the stars, SpaDeX is a reminder of the nation’s potential to innovate and lead.

What does the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) signify for India?

A step toward developing large satellites

A major milestone in India's space program

The completion of India's space station

The launch of a new rocket series

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q481:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

India’s space programme has once again proven its ingenuity and determination with the launch of its first space docking mission. The Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) represents more than just a technological milestone – it underscores the nation’s aspirations to become a major player in the global space race. This achievement not only cements India’s position among elite nations like the United States, Russia, and China but also opens new doors for innovation, collaboration, and economic growth in the space sector. The development and testing of in-space docking technology signals a significant advancement in India’s capabilities. Space docking is a complex process requiring high precision, and mastering it is critical for missions that involve assembling large structures in orbit or servicing satellites. The technology will also play a pivotal role in the future operations of space stations and potential deep-space explorations. For a country committed to creating indigenous solutions for its ambitious space goals, this is a step in the right direction. This mission underscores India’s growing ability to combine innovation with sustainability, transforming challenges into opportunities. Re-purposing space debris as a laboratory highlights a forward-thinking approach that benefits both science and the environment. The ingenuity of this mission is further demonstrated by ISRO’s decision to re-purpose the fourth stage of the launch vehicle as an orbital laboratory. As India continues to reach for the stars, SpaDeX is a reminder of the nation’s potential to innovate and lead.

Why is mastering space docking considered critical?

It enables assembling large structures in orbit or servicing satellites

It eliminates the need for ground control in space missions and docking

It prevents space debris from forming in orbit with high precision

It simplifies the construction of launch vehicles to reach the stars

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q482:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

India’s space programme has once again proven its ingenuity and determination with the launch of its first space docking mission. The Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) represents more than just a technological milestone – it underscores the nation’s aspirations to become a major player in the global space race. This achievement not only cements India’s position among elite nations like the United States, Russia, and China but also opens new doors for innovation, collaboration, and economic growth in the space sector. The development and testing of in-space docking technology signals a significant advancement in India’s capabilities. Space docking is a complex process requiring high precision, and mastering it is critical for missions that involve assembling large structures in orbit or servicing satellites. The technology will also play a pivotal role in the future operations of space stations and potential deep-space explorations. For a country committed to creating indigenous solutions for its ambitious space goals, this is a step in the right direction. This mission underscores India’s growing ability to combine innovation with sustainability, transforming challenges into opportunities. Re-purposing space debris as a laboratory highlights a forward-thinking approach that benefits both science and the environment. The ingenuity of this mission is further demonstrated by ISRO’s decision to re-purpose the fourth stage of the launch vehicle as an orbital laboratory. As India continues to reach for the stars, SpaDeX is a reminder of the nation’s potential to innovate and lead.

India's space programme is committed to: --

Undermining the elite nations

Expediting the orbital laboratory

Creating indigenous solutions

Following the path of developed nations

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q483:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

India’s space programme has once again proven its ingenuity and determination with the launch of its first space docking mission. The Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) represents more than just a technological milestone – it underscores the nation’s aspirations to become a major player in the global space race. This achievement not only cements India’s position among elite nations like the United States, Russia, and China but also opens new doors for innovation, collaboration, and economic growth in the space sector. The development and testing of in-space docking technology signals a significant advancement in India’s capabilities. Space docking is a complex process requiring high precision, and mastering it is critical for missions that involve assembling large structures in orbit or servicing satellites. The technology will also play a pivotal role in the future operations of space stations and potential deep-space explorations. For a country committed to creating indigenous solutions for its ambitious space goals, this is a step in the right direction. This mission underscores India’s growing ability to combine innovation with sustainability, transforming challenges into opportunities. Re-purposing space debris as a laboratory highlights a forward-thinking approach that benefits both science and the environment. The ingenuity of this mission is further demonstrated by ISRO’s decision to re-purpose the fourth stage of the launch vehicle as an orbital laboratory. As India continues to reach for the stars, SpaDeX is a reminder of the nation’s potential to innovate and lead.

How did ISRO demonstrate ingenuity in the SpaDeX mission?

By launching the mission with international collaboration to innovate

By using entirely imported technology for the mission to shape global space

By designing a completely automated satellite assembly system for collaboration

By re-purposing the fourth stage of the launch vehicle as an orbital laboratory

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q484:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Are you ready to polish your conversation skills? Do you want to know the most important and ultimately the most interesting subject in the world that any person would love to talk about with you? Ready? Okay. Here it is: The key is simple: talk about the most important subject to anyone—themselves. People love to talk about their lives, interests, and experiences. When you centre conversations around others, they’ll be drawn to you. Think of a social event where someone talked only about themselves. Was it enjoyable? Probably not. Now recall someone who focused on you, asking about your life and showing genuine interest. Which person would you prefer to spend time with? To be a sought-after conversationalist, shift from using “I,” “my,” and “mine” to “you” and “your.” For example, say: “How are you today?” “What are your thoughts on this?” “Is there anything I can help you with?” This subtle shift can significantly increase your influence and appeal. Another powerful tip is to encourage others to talk about themselves. Ask open-ended questions like: “How is everything going?” “What have you been up to since we last met?” “How is your family doing?” Show true interest and listen actively. When people feel valued and heard, they’ll naturally enjoy your company. Stop focusing on yourself. Instead, prioritize the person you’re talking to. By doing so, you’ll build stronger connections and leave a positive, lasting impression.

A key tip for successful conversations is to_________________.

share stories about yourself

speak less and listen actively

avoid asking open-ended questions

keep the interaction short

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q485:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Are you ready to polish your conversation skills? Do you want to know the most important and ultimately the most interesting subject in the world that any person would love to talk about with you? Ready? Okay. Here it is: The key is simple: talk about the most important subject to anyone—themselves. People love to talk about their lives, interests, and experiences. When you centre conversations around others, they’ll be drawn to you. Think of a social event where someone talked only about themselves. Was it enjoyable? Probably not. Now recall someone who focused on you, asking about your life and showing genuine interest. Which person would you prefer to spend time with? To be a sought-after conversationalist, shift from using “I,” “my,” and “mine” to “you” and “your.” For example, say: “How are you today?” “What are your thoughts on this?” “Is there anything I can help you with?” This subtle shift can significantly increase your influence and appeal. Another powerful tip is to encourage others to talk about themselves. Ask open-ended questions like: “How is everything going?” “What have you been up to since we last met?” “How is your family doing?” Show true interest and listen actively. When people feel valued and heard, they’ll naturally enjoy your company. Stop focusing on yourself. Instead, prioritize the person you’re talking to. By doing so, you’ll build stronger connections and leave a positive, lasting impression.

The effect of getting others to talk about themselves is that they_____________.

feel bored and disconnected

feel valued and enjoy the interaction

prefer to listen instead of talking

lose interest in the conversation

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q486:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Are you ready to polish your conversation skills? Do you want to know the most important and ultimately the most interesting subject in the world that any person would love to talk about with you? Ready? Okay. Here it is: The key is simple: talk about the most important subject to anyone—themselves. People love to talk about their lives, interests, and experiences. When you centre conversations around others, they’ll be drawn to you. Think of a social event where someone talked only about themselves. Was it enjoyable? Probably not. Now recall someone who focused on you, asking about your life and showing genuine interest. Which person would you prefer to spend time with? To be a sought-after conversationalist, shift from using “I,” “my,” and “mine” to “you” and “your.” For example, say: “How are you today?” “What are your thoughts on this?” “Is there anything I can help you with?” This subtle shift can significantly increase your influence and appeal. Another powerful tip is to encourage others to talk about themselves. Ask open-ended questions like: “How is everything going?” “What have you been up to since we last met?” “How is your family doing?” Show true interest and listen actively. When people feel valued and heard, they’ll naturally enjoy your company. Stop focusing on yourself. Instead, prioritize the person you’re talking to. By doing so, you’ll build stronger connections and leave a positive, lasting impression.

A powerful way to gain influence in conversations is by____________.

by speaking confidently and clearly about yourself

by steering the discussion to neutral topics rather than subjective ones

by subtly shifting from self to others in the conversation

by offering sound advice about others' lives

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q487:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Are you ready to polish your conversation skills? Do you want to know the most important and ultimately the most interesting subject in the world that any person would love to talk about with you? Ready? Okay. Here it is: The key is simple: talk about the most important subject to anyone—themselves. People love to talk about their lives, interests, and experiences. When you centre conversations around others, they’ll be drawn to you. Think of a social event where someone talked only about themselves. Was it enjoyable? Probably not. Now recall someone who focused on you, asking about your life and showing genuine interest. Which person would you prefer to spend time with? To be a sought-after conversationalist, shift from using “I,” “my,” and “mine” to “you” and “your.” For example, say: “How are you today?” “What are your thoughts on this?” “Is there anything I can help you with?” This subtle shift can significantly increase your influence and appeal. Another powerful tip is to encourage others to talk about themselves. Ask open-ended questions like: “How is everything going?” “What have you been up to since we last met?” “How is your family doing?” Show true interest and listen actively. When people feel valued and heard, they’ll naturally enjoy your company. Stop focusing on yourself. Instead, prioritize the person you’re talking to. By doing so, you’ll build stronger connections and leave a positive, lasting impression.

The passage suggests that conversations improve when focused on_____________.

the other person's life and interests

avoiding all personal topics

sharing personal achievements

discussing current events

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q488:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

An old beggar cried for alms at the gate. They told her not to pester them when they were engaged in a snake-hunt. On hearing it, the old woman became happy. “You are fortunate. It is God Subramanya who has come to visit you. Don’t kill the snake”. Mother was in hearty agreement: “You are right. I forgot all about the promised abhishekam. This is a reminder.” She gave a coin to the beggar, who promised to send down a snake-charmer as she went. Presently an old man appeared at the gate and announced himself as a snake-charmer. They gathered around him. He spoke to them about his life and activities and his power over snakes. They asked admiringly: “How do you catch them? Thus,” he said, pouncing upon a hypothetical snake on the ground. They pointed to the direction in which the cobra had gone and asked him to go ahead. He looked helplessly about and said: “If you show me the snake, I’ll at once catch it. Otherwise, what can I do?” He gave his name and address and departed. At five in the evening, they threw away their sticks and implements and retired to the veranda to rest. They had turned up every stone in the garden and cut down every grass-blade and shrub so that the tiniest insect coming into the garden should have no cover.

What does this passage tell us about the snake-charmer?

The snake-charmer was boastful about his power over snakes

The snake-charmer was very brave

The snake-charmer was hesitant to kill the snake

The snake-charmer was lazy

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q489:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

An old beggar cried for alms at the gate. They told her not to pester them when they were engaged in a snake-hunt. On hearing it, the old woman became happy. “You are fortunate. It is God Subramanya who has come to visit you. Don’t kill the snake”. Mother was in hearty agreement: “You are right. I forgot all about the promised abhishekam. This is a reminder.” She gave a coin to the beggar, who promised to send down a snake-charmer as she went. Presently an old man appeared at the gate and announced himself as a snake-charmer. They gathered around him. He spoke to them about his life and activities and his power over snakes. They asked admiringly: “How do you catch them? Thus,” he said, pouncing upon a hypothetical snake on the ground. They pointed to the direction in which the cobra had gone and asked him to go ahead. He looked helplessly about and said: “If you show me the snake, I’ll at once catch it. Otherwise, what can I do?” He gave his name and address and departed. At five in the evening, they threw away their sticks and implements and retired to the veranda to rest. They had turned up every stone in the garden and cut down every grass-blade and shrub so that the tiniest insect coming into the garden should have no cover.

Select the correct pair of words to fill in the blanks in the following sentence: - The snake charmer evoked feelings of _________ in everyone's mind because of his proclaimed _________ in capturing snakes.

admiration; proficiency

fear; experiments

excitement; precision

anxiety; pride

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q490:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

An old beggar cried for alms at the gate. They told her not to pester them when they were engaged in a snake-hunt. On hearing it, the old woman became happy. “You are fortunate. It is God Subramanya who has come to visit you. Don’t kill the snake”. Mother was in hearty agreement: “You are right. I forgot all about the promised abhishekam. This is a reminder.” She gave a coin to the beggar, who promised to send down a snake-charmer as she went. Presently an old man appeared at the gate and announced himself as a snake-charmer. They gathered around him. He spoke to them about his life and activities and his power over snakes. They asked admiringly: “How do you catch them? Thus,” he said, pouncing upon a hypothetical snake on the ground. They pointed to the direction in which the cobra had gone and asked him to go ahead. He looked helplessly about and said: “If you show me the snake, I’ll at once catch it. Otherwise, what can I do?” He gave his name and address and departed. At five in the evening, they threw away their sticks and implements and retired to the veranda to rest. They had turned up every stone in the garden and cut down every grass-blade and shrub so that the tiniest insect coming into the garden should have no cover.

Mother gave a coin to the beggar as a reward because_____________.

she was moved by a deep sense of pity for the poor beggar

the beggar had done her a great favour by reminding her about the abhishekam

she was pleased to hear the views of the beggar about the snake

the beggar was destitute and really in need of immediate help

Correct Answer

Option 2,3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q491:

21 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

An old beggar cried for alms at the gate. They told her not to pester them when they were engaged in a snake-hunt. On hearing it, the old woman became happy. “You are fortunate. It is God Subramanya who has come to visit you. Don’t kill the snake”. Mother was in hearty agreement: “You are right. I forgot all about the promised abhishekam. This is a reminder.” She gave a coin to the beggar, who promised to send down a snake-charmer as she went. Presently an old man appeared at the gate and announced himself as a snake-charmer. They gathered around him. He spoke to them about his life and activities and his power over snakes. They asked admiringly: “How do you catch them? Thus,” he said, pouncing upon a hypothetical snake on the ground. They pointed to the direction in which the cobra had gone and asked him to go ahead. He looked helplessly about and said: “If you show me the snake, I’ll at once catch it. Otherwise, what can I do?” He gave his name and address and departed. At five in the evening, they threw away their sticks and implements and retired to the veranda to rest. They had turned up every stone in the garden and cut down every grass-blade and shrub so that the tiniest insect coming into the garden should have no cover.

The plan of capturing the snake came to nothing because___________.

the snake had departed to a safer haven, away from human civilization.

they had cleared all the overgrowth using sticks and implements, so the snake escaped.

their superstitious mother feared offending the Gods and refused to allow the snake to be captured

the snake charmer had expressed his helplessness and inability to capture the snake unless he could see it

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q492:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I do not claim to tell a story as it ought to be told, but I know how a story should be told, for I have been in the company of expert storytellers for years. There are several kinds of stories, but only one difficult kind-the humorous story. The humorous story depends for its effect upon the manner of telling; the comic and the witty story, upon the matter. A humorous story can be long and meander without arriving at a particular point, but comic and witty stories must be brief and end with a punch. The humorous story is a high and delicate art that requires an artist to tell, whereas the comic and witty stories do not need artistic skill. The humorous story is told gravely, with the teller attempting to conceal the humor. The comic storyteller, on the other hand, announces beforehand that the story is very funny and laughs at his own jokes. Often, a rambling, humorous story may finish with a point, but the storyteller drops it casually, with the pretense that he does not know it is a nub. In contrast, the comic storyteller does not slur the nub; he shouts it at you and when he prints it he emphasizes the punchline with italics and exclamation marks, which is very depressing, and makes one want to renounce joking and lead a better life.

How is the humour in a humorous story typically conveyed?

by announcing beforehand that the story is funny

by telling the story gravely and concealing the humour

by explicitly exaggerating the punchline

by shouting the punchline loudly through narrative markers

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q493:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I do not claim to tell a story as it ought to be told, but I know how a story should be told, for I have been in the company of expert storytellers for years. There are several kinds of stories, but only one difficult kind-the humorous story. The humorous story depends for its effect upon the manner of telling; the comic and the witty story, upon the matter. A humorous story can be long and meander without arriving at a particular point, but comic and witty stories must be brief and end with a punch. The humorous story is a high and delicate art that requires an artist to tell, whereas the comic and witty stories do not need artistic skill. The humorous story is told gravely, with the teller attempting to conceal the humor. The comic storyteller, on the other hand, announces beforehand that the story is very funny and laughs at his own jokes. Often, a rambling, humorous story may finish with a point, but the storyteller drops it casually, with the pretense that he does not know it is a nub. In contrast, the comic storyteller does not slur the nub; he shouts it at you and when he prints it he emphasizes the punchline with italics and exclamation marks, which is very depressing, and makes one want to renounce joking and lead a better life.

The expression "In contrast, the comic storyteller does not slur the nub" implies that the comic story teller_

emphatically highlights the punchline of the story

deliberately avoids mentioning the punchline of the story

subtly hides the humour at the end of the story

is skillfully casual in his treatment of the punchline

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q494:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I do not claim to tell a story as it ought to be told, but I know how a story should be told, for I have been in the company of expert storytellers for years. There are several kinds of stories, but only one difficult kind-the humorous story. The humorous story depends for its effect upon the manner of telling; the comic and the witty story, upon the matter. A humorous story can be long and meander without arriving at a particular point, but comic and witty stories must be brief and end with a punch. The humorous story is a high and delicate art that requires an artist to tell, whereas the comic and witty stories do not need artistic skill. The humorous story is told gravely, with the teller attempting to conceal the humor. The comic storyteller, on the other hand, announces beforehand that the story is very funny and laughs at his own jokes. Often, a rambling, humorous story may finish with a point, but the storyteller drops it casually, with the pretense that he does not know it is a nub. In contrast, the comic storyteller does not slur the nub; he shouts it at you and when he prints it he emphasizes the punchline with italics and exclamation marks, which is very depressing, and makes one want to renounce joking and lead a better life.

Which of the following best describes the difference between a humorous story and a comic story?

A humorous story is brief and succinct, while a comic story is long.

A humorous story depends on the matter, whereas a comic story depends on the manner of telling.

A humorous story relies on the manner of telling, while a comic story depends on the matter.

A humorous story requires no artistic skill, while a comic story does.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q495:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I do not claim to tell a story as it ought to be told, but I know how a story should be told, for I have been in the company of expert storytellers for years. There are several kinds of stories, but only one difficult kind-the humorous story. The humorous story depends for its effect upon the manner of telling; the comic and the witty story, upon the matter. A humorous story can be long and meander without arriving at a particular point, but comic and witty stories must be brief and end with a punch. The humorous story is a high and delicate art that requires an artist to tell, whereas the comic and witty stories do not need artistic skill. The humorous story is told gravely, with the teller attempting to conceal the humor. The comic storyteller, on the other hand, announces beforehand that the story is very funny and laughs at his own jokes. Often, a rambling, humorous story may finish with a point, but the storyteller drops it casually, with the pretense that he does not know it is a nub. In contrast, the comic storyteller does not slur the nub; he shouts it at you and when he prints it he emphasizes the punchline with italics and exclamation marks, which is very depressing, and makes one want to renounce joking and lead a better life.

The writer portrays humorous stories as being of a higher level than comic stories by emphasising that

a humorous story is grave in spite of being humorous

a humorous story is difficult and superior due to its American descent

a humorous story is a great and delicate art that requires an artist to tell

unlike the comic and witty stories, humorous stories do not depress the reader

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q496:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

Microorganisms were discovered in tiny cracks within 2-billion-year-old rock in South Africa, making it the oldest rock known to host life. This finding offers insights into Earth's early life and the search for extraterrestrial life. Deep within Earth's crust, billions of resilient microbes survive in extreme isolation, far removed from sunlight, oxygen, and food sources, growing at a glacial pace over thousands or millions of years. Previously, the oldest microbial traces were found in 100-million-year-old seafloor sediments. However, Yohey Suzuki and his team at Tokyo University have pushed this record back by 2 billion years. They extracted a 30-cm cylindrical rock core from the Bushveld Igneous Complex in South Africa, a 2-billion-year-old volcanic region. Upon slicing the core, they found microbial cells in tiny fractures. DNA staining and imaging with advanced microscopes confirmed the microbes were indigenous, with intact cell walls, suggesting they were active. The researchers hypothesise that the microorganisms were carried into the rock via water shortly after its formation. Clay deposits in the fractures may have provided nutrients. These microbes, primitive in evolutionary terms, offer clues about Earth's earliest life forms and their evolution. The study also has implications for Mars exploration. Suzuki notes similarities between the Bushveld rocks and Martian rocks, suggesting the same techniques could identify life on Mars. "This underscores the deep subsurface as a crucial environment for microbial life," says Manuel Reinhardt from the University of Göttingen, while noting that microorganisms colonised the rocks after crack formation; the timing needs investigation.

What implication does the study have for Mars exploration?

Mars lacks geological structures similar to those on Earth

Life on Mars, if present, would only exist on its surface.

Techniques used on Earth's rocks can help detect life in Martian subsurface rocks

Microorganisms on Mars are likely much younger than those on Earth

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q497:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Microorganisms were discovered in tiny cracks within 2-billion-year-old rock in South Africa, making it the oldest rock known to host life. This finding offers insights into Earth's early life and the search for extraterrestrial life. Deep within Earth's crust, billions of resilient microbes survive in extreme isolation, far removed from sunlight, oxygen, and food sources, growing at a glacial pace over thousands or millions of years. Previously, the oldest microbial traces were found in 100-million-year-old seafloor sediments. However, Yohey Suzuki and his team at Tokyo University have pushed this record back by 2 billion years. They extracted a 30-cm cylindrical rock core from the Bushveld Igneous Complex in South Africa, a 2-billion-year-old volcanic region. Upon slicing the core, they found microbial cells in tiny fractures. DNA staining and imaging with advanced microscopes confirmed the microbes were indigenous, with intact cell walls, suggesting they were active. The researchers hypothesise that the microorganisms were carried into the rock via water shortly after its formation. Clay deposits in the fractures may have provided nutrients. These microbes, primitive in evolutionary terms, offer clues about Earth's earliest life forms and their evolution. The study also has implications for Mars exploration. Suzuki notes similarities between the Bushveld rocks and Martian rocks, suggesting the same techniques could identify life on Mars. "This underscores the deep subsurface as a crucial environment for microbial life," says Manuel Reinhardt from the University of Göttingen, while noting that microorganisms colonised the rocks after crack formation; the timing needs investigation.

What factor might have supported microbial survival in the rock fractures?

The presence of volcanic ash

Nutrients from clay deposits in the fractures

High oxygen levels deep within the crust

Light reflected through the cracks

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q498:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Microorganisms were discovered in tiny cracks within 2-billion-year-old rock in South Africa, making it the oldest rock known to host life. This finding offers insights into Earth's early life and the search for extraterrestrial life. Deep within Earth's crust, billions of resilient microbes survive in extreme isolation, far removed from sunlight, oxygen, and food sources, growing at a glacial pace over thousands or millions of years. Previously, the oldest microbial traces were found in 100-million-year-old seafloor sediments. However, Yohey Suzuki and his team at Tokyo University have pushed this record back by 2 billion years. They extracted a 30-cm cylindrical rock core from the Bushveld Igneous Complex in South Africa, a 2-billion-year-old volcanic region. Upon slicing the core, they found microbial cells in tiny fractures. DNA staining and imaging with advanced microscopes confirmed the microbes were indigenous, with intact cell walls, suggesting they were active. The researchers hypothesise that the microorganisms were carried into the rock via water shortly after its formation. Clay deposits in the fractures may have provided nutrients. These microbes, primitive in evolutionary terms, offer clues about Earth's earliest life forms and their evolution. The study also has implications for Mars exploration. Suzuki notes similarities between the Bushveld rocks and Martian rocks, suggesting the same techniques could identify life on Mars. "This underscores the deep subsurface as a crucial environment for microbial life," says Manuel Reinhardt from the University of Göttingen, while noting that microorganisms colonised the rocks after crack formation; the timing needs investigation.

Why are the microbes described as "primitive in evolutionary terms"?

They evolved from Martian microorganisms

They lack DNA and structural complexity

They resemble Earth's earliest life forms in terms of adaptation

They were found in relatively young volcanic sediments

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q499:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Microorganisms were discovered in tiny cracks within 2-billion-year-old rock in South Africa, making it the oldest rock known to host life. This finding offers insights into Earth's early life and the search for extraterrestrial life. Deep within Earth's crust, billions of resilient microbes survive in extreme isolation, far removed from sunlight, oxygen, and food sources, growing at a glacial pace over thousands or millions of years. Previously, the oldest microbial traces were found in 100-million-year-old seafloor sediments. However, Yohey Suzuki and his team at Tokyo University have pushed this record back by 2 billion years. They extracted a 30-cm cylindrical rock core from the Bushveld Igneous Complex in South Africa, a 2-billion-year-old volcanic region. Upon slicing the core, they found microbial cells in tiny fractures. DNA staining and imaging with advanced microscopes confirmed the microbes were indigenous, with intact cell walls, suggesting they were active. The researchers hypothesise that the microorganisms were carried into the rock via water shortly after its formation. Clay deposits in the fractures may have provided nutrients. These microbes, primitive in evolutionary terms, offer clues about Earth's earliest life forms and their evolution. The study also has implications for Mars exploration. Suzuki notes similarities between the Bushveld rocks and Martian rocks, suggesting the same techniques could identify life on Mars. "This underscores the deep subsurface as a crucial environment for microbial life," says Manuel Reinhardt from the University of Göttingen, while noting that microorganisms colonised the rocks after crack formation; the timing needs investigation.

How were the microbes in the rock confirmed to be indigenous?

By testing their ability to grow in nutrient-rich environments

By comparing their DNA to modern microbes found on Earth's surface

By staining their DNA and using advanced microscopes to rule out contamination

By analysing clay deposits in the fractures of the rock

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q500:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

This is a story from long ago, when the last remaining traces of the British still lurked in their old haunts among the pristine Himalayan hills of Darjeeling. These were the early fifties, in other words. I would spend entire days at a small, dusty bookshop with a faded, green sign over it- a sign painted with gold letters that said: "Mr Mun-Chee's Books." The paint was chipped at many places; you could barely see the second 's'. The shabby old shop was located in a cul-de-sac, a few hundred meters away from my own home. But inside, it was another world. On the floor stood staggering, towering piles of books, yellowed and aged, and the shelves lining all the walls were crammed with journals, lexicons and biographies, dramas, each laboriously cataloged and meticulously arranged. Mr Mun-Chee dealt mostly in antique books; first editions of books, long forgotten, books one hardly ever encountered anymore. There were sixteen editions of Jane Eyre, twenty-two of The Pickwick Papers, and fifty of The Pilgrim's Progress. It was not famous, but it was unique; customers barely ever walked in, as it was so hidden away in a run-down neighborhood. Tabby, the black Tom, my only possession, and I, were only disturbed five times that we spent there. And we spent nearly an entire year at the shop. The shop was my sanctuary. After the daily ordeal of school, I invariably called out to Tabby and set out for the shop, to read, read, read, with Tabby curled up around my legs.

The author was 'only disturbed five times' refers to the fact that_____

very few customers walked in

the shop was 'another world'

too many books were piled up

it was in a run-down neighborhood

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q501:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

This is a story from long ago, when the last remaining traces of the British still lurked in their old haunts among the pristine Himalayan hills of Darjeeling. These were the early fifties, in other words. I would spend entire days at a small, dusty bookshop with a faded, green sign over it- a sign painted with gold letters that said: "Mr Mun-Chee's Books." The paint was chipped at many places; you could barely see the second 's'. The shabby old shop was located in a cul-de-sac, a few hundred meters away from my own home. But inside, it was another world. On the floor stood staggering, towering piles of books, yellowed and aged, and the shelves lining all the walls were crammed with journals, lexicons and biographies, dramas, each laboriously cataloged and meticulously arranged. Mr Mun-Chee dealt mostly in antique books; first editions of books, long forgotten, books one hardly ever encountered anymore. There were sixteen editions of Jane Eyre, twenty-two of The Pickwick Papers, and fifty of The Pilgrim's Progress. It was not famous, but it was unique; customers barely ever walked in, as it was so hidden away in a run-down neighborhood. Tabby, the black Tom, my only possession, and I, were only disturbed five times that we spent there. And we spent nearly an entire year at the shop. The shop was my sanctuary. After the daily ordeal of school, I invariably called out to Tabby and set out for the shop, to read, read, read, with Tabby curled up around my legs.

The author felt 'at home' in the shop as it

had all varieties of books

was unique

was situated near his house

was his sanctuary

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q502:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

This is a story from long ago, when the last remaining traces of the British still lurked in their old haunts among the pristine Himalayan hills of Darjeeling. These were the early fifties, in other words. I would spend entire days at a small, dusty bookshop with a faded, green sign over it- a sign painted with gold letters that said: "Mr Mun-Chee's Books." The paint was chipped at many places; you could barely see the second 's'. The shabby old shop was located in a cul-de-sac, a few hundred meters away from my own home. But inside, it was another world. On the floor stood staggering, towering piles of books, yellowed and aged, and the shelves lining all the walls were crammed with journals, lexicons and biographies, dramas, each laboriously cataloged and meticulously arranged. Mr Mun-Chee dealt mostly in antique books; first editions of books, long forgotten, books one hardly ever encountered anymore. There were sixteen editions of Jane Eyre, twenty-two of The Pickwick Papers, and fifty of The Pilgrim's Progress. It was not famous, but it was unique; customers barely ever walked in, as it was so hidden away in a run-down neighborhood. Tabby, the black Tom, my only possession, and I, were only disturbed five times that we spent there. And we spent nearly an entire year at the shop. The shop was my sanctuary. After the daily ordeal of school, I invariably called out to Tabby and set out for the shop, to read, read, read, with Tabby curled up around my legs.

Mr Mun-Chee's shop was not a new shop as

it was dusty

its paint was chipped

it was shabby

it had a green sign

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q503:

20 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

This is a story from long ago, when the last remaining traces of the British still lurked in their old haunts among the pristine Himalayan hills of Darjeeling. These were the early fifties, in other words. I would spend entire days at a small, dusty bookshop with a faded, green sign over it- a sign painted with gold letters that said: "Mr Mun-Chee's Books." The paint was chipped at many places; you could barely see the second 's'. The shabby old shop was located in a cul-de-sac, a few hundred meters away from my own home. But inside, it was another world. On the floor stood staggering, towering piles of books, yellowed and aged, and the shelves lining all the walls were crammed with journals, lexicons and biographies, dramas, each laboriously cataloged and meticulously arranged. Mr Mun-Chee dealt mostly in antique books; first editions of books, long forgotten, books one hardly ever encountered anymore. There were sixteen editions of Jane Eyre, twenty-two of The Pickwick Papers, and fifty of The Pilgrim's Progress. It was not famous, but it was unique; customers barely ever walked in, as it was so hidden away in a run-down neighborhood. Tabby, the black Tom, my only possession, and I, were only disturbed five times that we spent there. And we spent nearly an entire year at the shop. The shop was my sanctuary. After the daily ordeal of school, I invariably called out to Tabby and set out for the shop, to read, read, read, with Tabby curled up around my legs.

The word 'Lexicon' means: ---

semantics

syntax

dictionary

phonetics

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q504:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Thanks to the angle of the van and the injuries Michael had sustained, just opening a door and clambering out of the vehicle seemed an insurmountable challenge, never mind climbing up 145 feet of steep, rugged terrain. He'd have to rely on being rescued. But that wouldn't be easy. Michael could hear cars whizzing past on the road above, but even if passersby happened to glimpse his vehicle amid the shoulder-high brush, apparently abandoned, they wouldn't be able to see anyone inside. He had no cellphones-Michael had never seen the point of getting one. No one knew he'd had taken an unplanned drive out of Victoria, so they'd have no reason to look for him here. And he couldn't honk to get the attention of drivers on the highway. In the 19 years that he'd owned his van, the horn had never worked. On the plus side, he was dry, at least for the most part. It was cold in the van, but he had an extra fleece-ironically, emblazoned with 'Live the adventure, live the dream.' To sustain himself, he had scattered roasted veggies, the bread which was now inedible, but he had a bag of mini chocolate bars. To drink he had one water bottle. He apportioned out his stash and switched on his hazard lights, hoping someone would spot him from the highway above. It was a false hope. He didn't realize that his off road descent had ripped the wires off the van's undercarriage.

'He apportioned out his stash..', what does the word stash as mentioned in the passage refer to:

Money

Food

Injuries

Fleece

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q505:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Thanks to the angle of the van and the injuries Michael had sustained, just opening a door and clambering out of the vehicle seemed an insurmountable challenge, never mind climbing up 145 feet of steep, rugged terrain. He'd have to rely on being rescued. But that wouldn't be easy. Michael could hear cars whizzing past on the road above, but even if passersby happened to glimpse his vehicle amid the shoulder-high brush, apparently abandoned, they wouldn't be able to see anyone inside. He had no cellphones-Michael had never seen the point of getting one. No one knew he'd had taken an unplanned drive out of Victoria, so they'd have no reason to look for him here. And he couldn't honk to get the attention of drivers on the highway. In the 19 years that he'd owned his van, the horn had never worked. On the plus side, he was dry, at least for the most part. It was cold in the van, but he had an extra fleece-ironically, emblazoned with 'Live the adventure, live the dream.' To sustain himself, he had scattered roasted veggies, the bread which was now inedible, but he had a bag of mini chocolate bars. To drink he had one water bottle. He apportioned out his stash and switched on his hazard lights, hoping someone would spot him from the highway above. It was a false hope. He didn't realize that his off road descent had ripped the wires off the van's undercarriage.

The slogan on the soft blanket was ironical as __________

he was living the adventure in reality

his dream had come true

he had always dreamed of being in an accident

he was confronting a near-fatal situation

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q506:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Thanks to the angle of the van and the injuries Michael had sustained, just opening a door and clambering out of the vehicle seemed an insurmountable challenge, never mind climbing up 145 feet of steep, rugged terrain. He'd have to rely on being rescued. But that wouldn't be easy. Michael could hear cars whizzing past on the road above, but even if passersby happened to glimpse his vehicle amid the shoulder-high brush, apparently abandoned, they wouldn't be able to see anyone inside. He had no cellphones-Michael had never seen the point of getting one. No one knew he'd had taken an unplanned drive out of Victoria, so they'd have no reason to look for him here. And he couldn't honk to get the attention of drivers on the highway. In the 19 years that he'd owned his van, the horn had never worked. On the plus side, he was dry, at least for the most part. It was cold in the van, but he had an extra fleece-ironically, emblazoned with 'Live the adventure, live the dream.' To sustain himself, he had scattered roasted veggies, the bread which was now inedible, but he had a bag of mini chocolate bars. To drink he had one water bottle. He apportioned out his stash and switched on his hazard lights, hoping someone would spot him from the highway above. It was a false hope. He didn't realize that his off road descent had ripped the wires off the van's undercarriage.

Michael didn't have much hope of being rescued by the passers-by because of

the rugged terrain

the high foliage which obstructed the view

the injuries that he had sustained

the angle of the vehicle

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q507:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Thanks to the angle of the van and the injuries Michael had sustained, just opening a door and clambering out of the vehicle seemed an insurmountable challenge, never mind climbing up 145 feet of steep, rugged terrain. He'd have to rely on being rescued. But that wouldn't be easy. Michael could hear cars whizzing past on the road above, but even if passersby happened to glimpse his vehicle amid the shoulder-high brush, apparently abandoned, they wouldn't be able to see anyone inside. He had no cellphones-Michael had never seen the point of getting one. No one knew he'd had taken an unplanned drive out of Victoria, so they'd have no reason to look for him here. And he couldn't honk to get the attention of drivers on the highway. In the 19 years that he'd owned his van, the horn had never worked. On the plus side, he was dry, at least for the most part. It was cold in the van, but he had an extra fleece-ironically, emblazoned with 'Live the adventure, live the dream.' To sustain himself, he had scattered roasted veggies, the bread which was now inedible, but he had a bag of mini chocolate bars. To drink he had one water bottle. He apportioned out his stash and switched on his hazard lights, hoping someone would spot him from the highway above. It was a false hope. He didn't realize that his off road descent had ripped the wires off the van's undercarriage.

Michael thinks that nobody would look for him because ________

the trip was unplanned

he had no friends

he never liked any attention

his horn was not working

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q508:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The INTERNET is flooded with wisdom on nutrition, be it weight-loss diets, intermittent fasting, veganism, giving up carbohydrates or taking supplements. The truth is, it is difficult to find a balanced meal that works for you from the information swirling around you. That's why the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), under the aegis of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), has released a comprehensive guideline on how Indians should be eating clean with easily accessible resources and, most importantly, what suits their body type. Complete with an ideal plate, diet charts, recipes and advisories on how you should be cooking and in what cookware, this is an essential handbook that all of us would find convenient to incorporate into our daily lives. Given India's growing burden of non-communicable diseases, these guidelines are significant as they lay down the template of foundational nutrition in children, beginning with pregnant women. The report says that proper nutrition for a mother and child is linked not only to proper growth and development but also to the risk of diabetes, hypertension and heart attack later in life. Over 56 percent of all non-communicable diseases can be attributed to an unhealthy diet. As the reports show, a healthy diet can prevent 80 percent of type 2 diabetes and significantly reduce the burden of heart disease, high blood pressure and prevent premature deaths. It has even warned against taking supplements for building body mass and recommended restricting salt intake, minimizing sugar and ultra-processed foods and reading information on food labels correctly.

NIN recommends reading the information on labels correctly as:

People's knowledge of nutritional facts will increase

The marketing strategy of manufacturers goes hand in hand with the NIN guidelines

The endorsement by the celebrities makes the product more salable

The claims made by manufacturers about the product can be deceptive

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q509:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The INTERNET is flooded with wisdom on nutrition, be it weight-loss diets, intermittent fasting, veganism, giving up carbohydrates or taking supplements. The truth is, it is difficult to find a balanced meal that works for you from the information swirling around you. That's why the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), under the aegis of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), has released a comprehensive guideline on how Indians should be eating clean with easily accessible resources and, most importantly, what suits their body type. Complete with an ideal plate, diet charts, recipes and advisories on how you should be cooking and in what cookware, this is an essential handbook that all of us would find convenient to incorporate into our daily lives. Given India's growing burden of non-communicable diseases, these guidelines are significant as they lay down the template of foundational nutrition in children, beginning with pregnant women. The report says that proper nutrition for a mother and child is linked not only to proper growth and development but also to the risk of diabetes, hypertension and heart attack later in life. Over 56 percent of all non-communicable diseases can be attributed to an unhealthy diet. As the reports show, a healthy diet can prevent 80 percent of type 2 diabetes and significantly reduce the burden of heart disease, high blood pressure and prevent premature deaths. It has even warned against taking supplements for building body mass and recommended restricting salt intake, minimizing sugar and ultra-processed foods and reading information on food labels correctly.

The guidelines on how Indians should eat issued by NIN are important as:

They lay down the structure of the basic nutrition needs of an average Indian

They focus on how to prevent non-communicable diseases among Indians

They provide guidance on how to live our lives

They direct parents on how to bring up their children

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q510:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The INTERNET is flooded with wisdom on nutrition, be it weight-loss diets, intermittent fasting, veganism, giving up carbohydrates or taking supplements. The truth is, it is difficult to find a balanced meal that works for you from the information swirling around you. That's why the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), under the aegis of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), has released a comprehensive guideline on how Indians should be eating clean with easily accessible resources and, most importantly, what suits their body type. Complete with an ideal plate, diet charts, recipes and advisories on how you should be cooking and in what cookware, this is an essential handbook that all of us would find convenient to incorporate into our daily lives. Given India's growing burden of non-communicable diseases, these guidelines are significant as they lay down the template of foundational nutrition in children, beginning with pregnant women. The report says that proper nutrition for a mother and child is linked not only to proper growth and development but also to the risk of diabetes, hypertension and heart attack later in life. Over 56 percent of all non-communicable diseases can be attributed to an unhealthy diet. As the reports show, a healthy diet can prevent 80 percent of type 2 diabetes and significantly reduce the burden of heart disease, high blood pressure and prevent premature deaths. It has even warned against taking supplements for building body mass and recommended restricting salt intake, minimizing sugar and ultra-processed foods and reading information on food labels correctly.

Identify the word closest in meaning to the word aegis as used in the passage:

control

support

foundation

enforcement

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q511:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The INTERNET is flooded with wisdom on nutrition, be it weight-loss diets, intermittent fasting, veganism, giving up carbohydrates or taking supplements. The truth is, it is difficult to find a balanced meal that works for you from the information swirling around you. That's why the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), under the aegis of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), has released a comprehensive guideline on how Indians should be eating clean with easily accessible resources and, most importantly, what suits their body type. Complete with an ideal plate, diet charts, recipes and advisories on how you should be cooking and in what cookware, this is an essential handbook that all of us would find convenient to incorporate into our daily lives. Given India's growing burden of non-communicable diseases, these guidelines are significant as they lay down the template of foundational nutrition in children, beginning with pregnant women. The report says that proper nutrition for a mother and child is linked not only to proper growth and development but also to the risk of diabetes, hypertension and heart attack later in life. Over 56 percent of all non-communicable diseases can be attributed to an unhealthy diet. As the reports show, a healthy diet can prevent 80 percent of type 2 diabetes and significantly reduce the burden of heart disease, high blood pressure and prevent premature deaths. It has even warned against taking supplements for building body mass and recommended restricting salt intake, minimizing sugar and ultra-processed foods and reading information on food labels correctly.

The guidelines on how Indians should eat were released because:

NIN was flooded with requests from people for some guidelines

It was becoming difficult to find a balanced meal from the information available

ICMR pressured NIN to release the guidelines on what people should eat

ICMR wanted to take over the responsibility for the health of an average Indian

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q512:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The seed of Indian Writing in English was sown during the period of the British rule in India. Now the seed has blossomed into an evergreen tree, with fragrant flowers and ripe fruits. The fruits are being tasted not only by the native people, but they are also being 'chewed and digested' by the foreigners. It happened only after constant care, pruning and feeding. Indian English Literature is an honest enterprise to demonstrate the ever rare gems of Indian Writing in English. From being a singular and exceptional, rather gradual native flare - up of geniuses, Indian Writing has turned out to be a new form of Indian culture and voice in which India converses regularly. Indian writers poets, novelists, essayists, and dramatists have been making momentous and considerable contributions to world literature since the Pre Independence era. The past few years have witnessed a gigantic prospering and thriving of Indian English Writing in the global market. Indian English Literature has attained an independent status in the realm of world literature. Wide ranges of themes are dealt with by Indian writing in English. While this literature continues to reflect Indian culture, tradition, social values and even Indian history through the depiction of life in India and Indians living elsewhere, recent Indian English fiction has been trying to give expression to the Indian experience of modern predicaments.

What does the enterprise of Indian English Literature exhibit?

How Indian writing in English enjoys foreign readership

Its attainment of an independent status in the realm of world Literature

How it is prospering and thriving in the global market

The ever rare gems of Indian Writing in English

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q513:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The seed of Indian Writing in English was sown during the period of the British rule in India. Now the seed has blossomed into an evergreen tree, with fragrant flowers and ripe fruits. The fruits are being tasted not only by the native people, but they are also being 'chewed and digested' by the foreigners. It happened only after constant care, pruning and feeding. Indian English Literature is an honest enterprise to demonstrate the ever rare gems of Indian Writing in English. From being a singular and exceptional, rather gradual native flare - up of geniuses, Indian Writing has turned out to be a new form of Indian culture and voice in which India converses regularly. Indian writers poets, novelists, essayists, and dramatists have been making momentous and considerable contributions to world literature since the Pre Independence era. The past few years have witnessed a gigantic prospering and thriving of Indian English Writing in the global market. Indian English Literature has attained an independent status in the realm of world literature. Wide ranges of themes are dealt with by Indian writing in English. While this literature continues to reflect Indian culture, tradition, social values and even Indian history through the depiction of life in India and Indians living elsewhere, recent Indian English fiction has been trying to give expression to the Indian experience of modern predicaments.

Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the underlined word : Indian writers - poets, novelists, essayists, and dramatists have been making <u>momentous</u> and considerable contributions to world literature.

consequential

insignificant

pivotal

mediocre

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q514:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The seed of Indian Writing in English was sown during the period of the British rule in India. Now the seed has blossomed into an evergreen tree, with fragrant flowers and ripe fruits. The fruits are being tasted not only by the native people, but they are also being 'chewed and digested' by the foreigners. It happened only after constant care, pruning and feeding. Indian English Literature is an honest enterprise to demonstrate the ever rare gems of Indian Writing in English. From being a singular and exceptional, rather gradual native flare - up of geniuses, Indian Writing has turned out to be a new form of Indian culture and voice in which India converses regularly. Indian writers poets, novelists, essayists, and dramatists have been making momentous and considerable contributions to world literature since the Pre Independence era. The past few years have witnessed a gigantic prospering and thriving of Indian English Writing in the global market. Indian English Literature has attained an independent status in the realm of world literature. Wide ranges of themes are dealt with by Indian writing in English. While this literature continues to reflect Indian culture, tradition, social values and even Indian history through the depiction of life in India and Indians living elsewhere, recent Indian English fiction has been trying to give expression to the Indian experience of modern predicaments.

According to the passage, Indian Writing in English dealt with the themes of: (A) how the seed of Indian writing in English was sown during colonial rule. (B) Indian culture, tradition and social values (C) Indian history through the depiction of life in India and Indians living elsewhere (D) Indian experience of modern predicaments. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (B) and (D) only

(B), (C) and (D) only

(B) and (D) only

(C) and (D) only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q515:

20 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The seed of Indian Writing in English was sown during the period of the British rule in India. Now the seed has blossomed into an evergreen tree, with fragrant flowers and ripe fruits. The fruits are being tasted not only by the native people, but they are also being 'chewed and digested' by the foreigners. It happened only after constant care, pruning and feeding. Indian English Literature is an honest enterprise to demonstrate the ever rare gems of Indian Writing in English. From being a singular and exceptional, rather gradual native flare - up of geniuses, Indian Writing has turned out to be a new form of Indian culture and voice in which India converses regularly. Indian writers poets, novelists, essayists, and dramatists have been making momentous and considerable contributions to world literature since the Pre Independence era. The past few years have witnessed a gigantic prospering and thriving of Indian English Writing in the global market. Indian English Literature has attained an independent status in the realm of world literature. Wide ranges of themes are dealt with by Indian writing in English. While this literature continues to reflect Indian culture, tradition, social values and even Indian history through the depiction of life in India and Indians living elsewhere, recent Indian English fiction has been trying to give expression to the Indian experience of modern predicaments.

Indian writers have been making considerable contributions to world literature since:

Indian English Writing has entered the global market

it attained an independent status in the realm of World Literature

Pre-Independence era

the past few years

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q516:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

It's a tough time to be a glacier. Scientists expected Venezuela's Humboldt Glacier to last another decade, but in 2024 it melted into an ice field, shrinking to under two hectares. This marks the loss of the country's last glacier and signals a grim future for others. Scientists warn that glaciers in countries like Germany and Mexico will also disappear as fossil fuel consumption accelerates global warming. Communities depending on glaciers for fresh water face challenges, as glaciers in mountain ranges like the Andes provide vital drinking and irrigation water for millions of people. However, about 80% of global glaciers, excluding polar ice sheets, could survive if countries rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Tropical glaciers in regions such as the Andes, East Africa, and Indonesia, however, are unlikely to recover due to higher temperatures. Despite pledges in the 2015 Paris Agreement to limit warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, current projections suggest a rise of 3°C, potentially raising sea levels by nearly 10 feet by 2100, threatening island nations like Fiji and the Maldives with destruction. A proposal to protect ice sheets in Antarctica and Greenland involves a 62-mile-long removable underwater curtain, but experts like James Kirkham from the International Cryosphere Initiative caution that such measures are distractions from the real issue: halting global heating. Without decisive action, glaciers will continue to melt, and more countries will lose their ice. The urgency of addressing climate change has never been clearer, and the world's glaciers can't afford any more delays.

There is hope of survival for a significant number of global glaciers in case_______.

large-scale geoengineering projects are implemented the world over

communities depending on glaciers for fresh water and irrigation would wean off their dependency

innovative proposals like the 62-mile-long removable underwater curtain are not nipped in the bud

collective responsibility is undertaken to rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions globally

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q517:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

It's a tough time to be a glacier. Scientists expected Venezuela's Humboldt Glacier to last another decade, but in 2024 it melted into an ice field, shrinking to under two hectares. This marks the loss of the country's last glacier and signals a grim future for others. Scientists warn that glaciers in countries like Germany and Mexico will also disappear as fossil fuel consumption accelerates global warming. Communities depending on glaciers for fresh water face challenges, as glaciers in mountain ranges like the Andes provide vital drinking and irrigation water for millions of people. However, about 80% of global glaciers, excluding polar ice sheets, could survive if countries rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Tropical glaciers in regions such as the Andes, East Africa, and Indonesia, however, are unlikely to recover due to higher temperatures. Despite pledges in the 2015 Paris Agreement to limit warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, current projections suggest a rise of 3°C, potentially raising sea levels by nearly 10 feet by 2100, threatening island nations like Fiji and the Maldives with destruction. A proposal to protect ice sheets in Antarctica and Greenland involves a 62-mile-long removable underwater curtain, but experts like James Kirkham from the International Cryosphere Initiative caution that such measures are distractions from the real issue: halting global heating. Without decisive action, glaciers will continue to melt, and more countries will lose their ice. The urgency of addressing climate change has never been clearer, and the world's glaciers can't afford any more delays.

Why might the proposal to build a removable underwater curtain be viewed with skepticism by experts like James Kirkham?

The curtain is considered only one of the viable solutions to preserve glaciers

The underwater curtain may not significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions

It diverts attention from urgently addressing the root cause of glacier melting

It is an irreversible and irrational solution that does not guarantee glacier survival

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q518:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

It's a tough time to be a glacier. Scientists expected Venezuela's Humboldt Glacier to last another decade, but in 2024 it melted into an ice field, shrinking to under two hectares. This marks the loss of the country's last glacier and signals a grim future for others. Scientists warn that glaciers in countries like Germany and Mexico will also disappear as fossil fuel consumption accelerates global warming. Communities depending on glaciers for fresh water face challenges, as glaciers in mountain ranges like the Andes provide vital drinking and irrigation water for millions of people. However, about 80% of global glaciers, excluding polar ice sheets, could survive if countries rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Tropical glaciers in regions such as the Andes, East Africa, and Indonesia, however, are unlikely to recover due to higher temperatures. Despite pledges in the 2015 Paris Agreement to limit warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, current projections suggest a rise of 3°C, potentially raising sea levels by nearly 10 feet by 2100, threatening island nations like Fiji and the Maldives with destruction. A proposal to protect ice sheets in Antarctica and Greenland involves a 62-mile-long removable underwater curtain, but experts like James Kirkham from the International Cryosphere Initiative caution that such measures are distractions from the real issue: halting global heating. Without decisive action, glaciers will continue to melt, and more countries will lose their ice. The urgency of addressing climate change has never been clearer, and the world's glaciers can't afford any more delays.

What does the writer mean by the statement-- 'It's a tough time to be a glacier'?

Glaciers are now fast losing their status of fresh water sources

Only 50% of glaciers are likely to survive with the threat of climate change looming large

Glaciers have to bear the brunt of climate change and face an appalling future

Glaciers are unable to help humanity survive and sustain their needs

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q519:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

It's a tough time to be a glacier. Scientists expected Venezuela's Humboldt Glacier to last another decade, but in 2024 it melted into an ice field, shrinking to under two hectares. This marks the loss of the country's last glacier and signals a grim future for others. Scientists warn that glaciers in countries like Germany and Mexico will also disappear as fossil fuel consumption accelerates global warming. Communities depending on glaciers for fresh water face challenges, as glaciers in mountain ranges like the Andes provide vital drinking and irrigation water for millions of people. However, about 80% of global glaciers, excluding polar ice sheets, could survive if countries rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Tropical glaciers in regions such as the Andes, East Africa, and Indonesia, however, are unlikely to recover due to higher temperatures. Despite pledges in the 2015 Paris Agreement to limit warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, current projections suggest a rise of 3°C, potentially raising sea levels by nearly 10 feet by 2100, threatening island nations like Fiji and the Maldives with destruction. A proposal to protect ice sheets in Antarctica and Greenland involves a 62-mile-long removable underwater curtain, but experts like James Kirkham from the International Cryosphere Initiative caution that such measures are distractions from the real issue: halting global heating. Without decisive action, glaciers will continue to melt, and more countries will lose their ice. The urgency of addressing climate change has never been clearer, and the world's glaciers can't afford any more delays.

Current projections of global warming at 3°C above pre-industrial levels suggest that the human race _______.

is on the brink of disaster and self-destruction

has effectively stopped the rise in global temperatures

is conscious of the climate threat and has reduced greenhouse gas emissions

is strictly adhering to the pledges in the 2015 Paris Agreement

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q520:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

At length the Parsonage was discernible. The garden sloping to the road, the house in it, the green pales, and the laurel hedge all declared their arrival. Mr. Collins and Charlotte appeared at the door as the carriage stopped at the small gate leading to the house. In a moment they were all out of the chaise, rejoicing at the sight of each other. Mrs. Collins welcomed her friend with the liveliest pleasure, and Elizabeth was entirely satisfied on being so affectionately received. She saw instantly that her cousin’s manners were not altered by his marriage; his formal civility was just what it had been, and he detained her some minutes at the gate to hear and satisfy his inquiries after all her family. They were then, with no other delay than his pointing out the neatness of the entrance, taken into the house; and as soon as they were in the parlour, he welcomed them, with ostentatious formality, to his humble abode, and punctually repeated all his wife’s offers of refreshment. Elizabeth was prepared to see him in his glory; and she could not help in fancying that in displaying the good proportion of the room, its aspect and its furniture, he addressed himself particularly to her, as if wishing to make her feel what she had lost in refusing him. But though everything seemed neat and comfortable, she was not able to gratify him by any sigh of repentance, and wondered how her friend could have so cheerful an air with such a companion.

Elizabeth wonders about Charlotte's cheerful demeanour despite her marriage to Mr. Collins as she_______.

believes Charlotte regrets her decision but hides it well

thinks Charlotte's happiness is superficial and meant to impress others

finds it difficult to reconcile to Charlotte's contentment with Mr. Collins' personality

assumes Charlotte has no expectations of happiness in marriage

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q521:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

At length the Parsonage was discernible. The garden sloping to the road, the house in it, the green pales, and the laurel hedge all declared their arrival. Mr. Collins and Charlotte appeared at the door as the carriage stopped at the small gate leading to the house. In a moment they were all out of the chaise, rejoicing at the sight of each other. Mrs. Collins welcomed her friend with the liveliest pleasure, and Elizabeth was entirely satisfied on being so affectionately received. She saw instantly that her cousin’s manners were not altered by his marriage; his formal civility was just what it had been, and he detained her some minutes at the gate to hear and satisfy his inquiries after all her family. They were then, with no other delay than his pointing out the neatness of the entrance, taken into the house; and as soon as they were in the parlour, he welcomed them, with ostentatious formality, to his humble abode, and punctually repeated all his wife’s offers of refreshment. Elizabeth was prepared to see him in his glory; and she could not help in fancying that in displaying the good proportion of the room, its aspect and its furniture, he addressed himself particularly to her, as if wishing to make her feel what she had lost in refusing him. But though everything seemed neat and comfortable, she was not able to gratify him by any sigh of repentance, and wondered how her friend could have so cheerful an air with such a companion.

Which of the following best describes Mr. Collins' character in these lines?

courteous and kind

conceited and pretentious

humble and tactless

comical and dimwit

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q522:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

At length the Parsonage was discernible. The garden sloping to the road, the house in it, the green pales, and the laurel hedge all declared their arrival. Mr. Collins and Charlotte appeared at the door as the carriage stopped at the small gate leading to the house. In a moment they were all out of the chaise, rejoicing at the sight of each other. Mrs. Collins welcomed her friend with the liveliest pleasure, and Elizabeth was entirely satisfied on being so affectionately received. She saw instantly that her cousin’s manners were not altered by his marriage; his formal civility was just what it had been, and he detained her some minutes at the gate to hear and satisfy his inquiries after all her family. They were then, with no other delay than his pointing out the neatness of the entrance, taken into the house; and as soon as they were in the parlour, he welcomed them, with ostentatious formality, to his humble abode, and punctually repeated all his wife’s offers of refreshment. Elizabeth was prepared to see him in his glory; and she could not help in fancying that in displaying the good proportion of the room, its aspect and its furniture, he addressed himself particularly to her, as if wishing to make her feel what she had lost in refusing him. But though everything seemed neat and comfortable, she was not able to gratify him by any sigh of repentance, and wondered how her friend could have so cheerful an air with such a companion.

Elizabeth's lack of repentance suggests that she is _______.

confident about her judgment of Collins' character and her decision

stubborn and too arrogant to admit her flaws and weaknesses

regretful of her decision, but hides it to protect her pride

envious of Charlotte's fate and is content in not having compromised

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q523:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

At length the Parsonage was discernible. The garden sloping to the road, the house in it, the green pales, and the laurel hedge all declared their arrival. Mr. Collins and Charlotte appeared at the door as the carriage stopped at the small gate leading to the house. In a moment they were all out of the chaise, rejoicing at the sight of each other. Mrs. Collins welcomed her friend with the liveliest pleasure, and Elizabeth was entirely satisfied on being so affectionately received. She saw instantly that her cousin’s manners were not altered by his marriage; his formal civility was just what it had been, and he detained her some minutes at the gate to hear and satisfy his inquiries after all her family. They were then, with no other delay than his pointing out the neatness of the entrance, taken into the house; and as soon as they were in the parlour, he welcomed them, with ostentatious formality, to his humble abode, and punctually repeated all his wife’s offers of refreshment. Elizabeth was prepared to see him in his glory; and she could not help in fancying that in displaying the good proportion of the room, its aspect and its furniture, he addressed himself particularly to her, as if wishing to make her feel what she had lost in refusing him. But though everything seemed neat and comfortable, she was not able to gratify him by any sigh of repentance, and wondered how her friend could have so cheerful an air with such a companion.

How does Elizabeth perceive Mr. Collins' attempts to display his home?

As a genuine desire to impress her

As a subtle reproach for rejecting him

As an effort to make her envious of Charlotte

As a sign of his gratitude for her visit

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q524:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

In July 1973, Amitav Ghosh joined St. Stephen’s College in Delhi. Like every other freshman, he was nervous about the first few weeks, when one was ‘ragged’ – shorthand for being verbally harassed, harangued, interrogated, and intimidated – by seniors. Twenty-five years later, by now an established novelist, Amitav Ghosh wrote: the year I joined College, the word among us freshers was that the most terrifying ragger in College lived in Rudra Court, in L5. Terrifying because he wasn’t the usual kind of bullying, bellowing senior. No, he was to them as the panther is to the elephant. He was bearded, and soft-spoken, so stealthy that you never sensed his presence until he had you square in his sights. Young Amitav was able to escape the clutches of this fearful senior for a fortnight. But then he ‘was “nabbed while attempting to abscond” as the Indian Express used to say’. The ‘legend of L5’ caught hold of the fresher, and quizzed him about his interests. ‘I like classical music,‘ answered Ghosh, nervously. ‘You do?’ said the legend and walked him into his room in Rudra North. The legend put a record on the turntable and began to play it. He asked Ghosh to identify the composer and composition. Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto answered the fresher, correctly. Three or four more records were played and all except one accurately identified. At this, ‘The legend stuck out his hand. “I’m Rukun Advani,” he said. “Let’s go down to Maurice Nagar and have a cup of tea.”’

What was the outcome of Amitav Ghosh's interaction with the 'legend of L5'?

He was intimidated into learning about classical music

He impressed the senior with his knowledge of classical music

He was unable to answer any of the music-related questions

He was forced to listen to classical music as a punishment

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q525:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

In July 1973, Amitav Ghosh joined St. Stephen’s College in Delhi. Like every other freshman, he was nervous about the first few weeks, when one was ‘ragged’ – shorthand for being verbally harassed, harangued, interrogated, and intimidated – by seniors. Twenty-five years later, by now an established novelist, Amitav Ghosh wrote: the year I joined College, the word among us freshers was that the most terrifying ragger in College lived in Rudra Court, in L5. Terrifying because he wasn’t the usual kind of bullying, bellowing senior. No, he was to them as the panther is to the elephant. He was bearded, and soft-spoken, so stealthy that you never sensed his presence until he had you square in his sights. Young Amitav was able to escape the clutches of this fearful senior for a fortnight. But then he ‘was “nabbed while attempting to abscond” as the Indian Express used to say’. The ‘legend of L5’ caught hold of the fresher, and quizzed him about his interests. ‘I like classical music,‘ answered Ghosh, nervously. ‘You do?’ said the legend and walked him into his room in Rudra North. The legend put a record on the turntable and began to play it. He asked Ghosh to identify the composer and composition. Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto answered the fresher, correctly. Three or four more records were played and all except one accurately identified. At this, ‘The legend stuck out his hand. “I’m Rukun Advani,” he said. “Let’s go down to Maurice Nagar and have a cup of tea.”’

What aspect of ragging does the phrase 'nabbed while attempting to abscond' humorously highlight?

It likens ragging to a criminal pursuit which freshers tried to avoid but were inevitably caught

Ragging in elite institutions was so relentless that escape was futile

The seniors used strategic timing to capture freshers when they least expected it

The tendency of newspapers to exaggerate minor events

Correct Answer

Option 1,2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q526:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

In July 1973, Amitav Ghosh joined St. Stephen’s College in Delhi. Like every other freshman, he was nervous about the first few weeks, when one was ‘ragged’ – shorthand for being verbally harassed, harangued, interrogated, and intimidated – by seniors. Twenty-five years later, by now an established novelist, Amitav Ghosh wrote: the year I joined College, the word among us freshers was that the most terrifying ragger in College lived in Rudra Court, in L5. Terrifying because he wasn’t the usual kind of bullying, bellowing senior. No, he was to them as the panther is to the elephant. He was bearded, and soft-spoken, so stealthy that you never sensed his presence until he had you square in his sights. Young Amitav was able to escape the clutches of this fearful senior for a fortnight. But then he ‘was “nabbed while attempting to abscond” as the Indian Express used to say’. The ‘legend of L5’ caught hold of the fresher, and quizzed him about his interests. ‘I like classical music,‘ answered Ghosh, nervously. ‘You do?’ said the legend and walked him into his room in Rudra North. The legend put a record on the turntable and began to play it. He asked Ghosh to identify the composer and composition. Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto answered the fresher, correctly. Three or four more records were played and all except one accurately identified. At this, ‘The legend stuck out his hand. “I’m Rukun Advani,” he said. “Let’s go down to Maurice Nagar and have a cup of tea.”’

What set the 'legend of L5' apart from typical raggers in St. Stephen's College?

He subjected freshers to rigorous academic quizzes instead of physical harassment

He was known for psychological manipulation rather than open intimidation

He relied on quiet precision rather than overt aggression to unsettle freshers

He maintained an air of mystery, rarely interacting directly with freshers.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q527:

19 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

In July 1973, Amitav Ghosh joined St. Stephen’s College in Delhi. Like every other freshman, he was nervous about the first few weeks, when one was ‘ragged’ – shorthand for being verbally harassed, harangued, interrogated, and intimidated – by seniors. Twenty-five years later, by now an established novelist, Amitav Ghosh wrote: the year I joined College, the word among us freshers was that the most terrifying ragger in College lived in Rudra Court, in L5. Terrifying because he wasn’t the usual kind of bullying, bellowing senior. No, he was to them as the panther is to the elephant. He was bearded, and soft-spoken, so stealthy that you never sensed his presence until he had you square in his sights. Young Amitav was able to escape the clutches of this fearful senior for a fortnight. But then he ‘was “nabbed while attempting to abscond” as the Indian Express used to say’. The ‘legend of L5’ caught hold of the fresher, and quizzed him about his interests. ‘I like classical music,‘ answered Ghosh, nervously. ‘You do?’ said the legend and walked him into his room in Rudra North. The legend put a record on the turntable and began to play it. He asked Ghosh to identify the composer and composition. Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto answered the fresher, correctly. Three or four more records were played and all except one accurately identified. At this, ‘The legend stuck out his hand. “I’m Rukun Advani,” he said. “Let’s go down to Maurice Nagar and have a cup of tea.”’

Why does the passage mention Beethoven's Emperor Concerto?

To illustrate that the senior used music to humiliate freshers

To show that Amitav Ghosh had a background in Western classical music

To emphasize that intellect and culture, rather than fear, shaped this form of ragging.

To demonstrate that the 'legend of L5' preferred classical music as a means of intimidation

Correct Answer

Option 2,3

Correct Answer

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Q528:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Biodiversity, also referred to as biological diversity, is the variety of different species of flora and fauna living on Earth. The richer the biodiversity, the more balanced and harmonious would the environment be. Different variety of plants and animals contribute their bit to make the planet worth inhabiting. One of the main reasons for the survival of human species on Earth is biodiversity. This is because various species of organisms help in meeting their basic needs of food, shelter, clothing and other resources. There are around 300,000 species of flora that have been known to date and numerous species of fauna that includes not only animals but also birds, fish, reptiles, mammals, insects, molluscs, crustaceans, etc. Our planet Earth was formed close to 4.54 billion years ago and there have been evidences of life since around 3.5 billion years ago. A number of species of both flora and fauna have gone extinct over the past centuries and many more are anticipated to go extinct in the times to come, there by disturbing the level of biodiversity. Human beings have become so driven towards technology over the years that they have forgotten its repercussions. Several new inventions have proven to be hazardous to the environment and are having a negative impact on biodiversity. It is high time humans should start taking the environmental issues seriously and contribute their bit towards improving the atmosphere. A healthy environment is essential for developing rich biodiversity which in turn is essential for the human beings to live in a harmonious state on Earth.

What is essential for developing a rich biodiversity?

A balanced ecosystem

Economic growth

A healthy environment

Urbanization

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q529:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Biodiversity, also referred to as biological diversity, is the variety of different species of flora and fauna living on Earth. The richer the biodiversity, the more balanced and harmonious would the environment be. Different variety of plants and animals contribute their bit to make the planet worth inhabiting. One of the main reasons for the survival of human species on Earth is biodiversity. This is because various species of organisms help in meeting their basic needs of food, shelter, clothing and other resources. There are around 300,000 species of flora that have been known to date and numerous species of fauna that includes not only animals but also birds, fish, reptiles, mammals, insects, molluscs, crustaceans, etc. Our planet Earth was formed close to 4.54 billion years ago and there have been evidences of life since around 3.5 billion years ago. A number of species of both flora and fauna have gone extinct over the past centuries and many more are anticipated to go extinct in the times to come, there by disturbing the level of biodiversity. Human beings have become so driven towards technology over the years that they have forgotten its repercussions. Several new inventions have proven to be hazardous to the environment and are having a negative impact on biodiversity. It is high time humans should start taking the environmental issues seriously and contribute their bit towards improving the atmosphere. A healthy environment is essential for developing rich biodiversity which in turn is essential for the human beings to live in a harmonious state on Earth.

The drive towards technological advancement may lead to-----------.

extinction of flora and fauna

endangering the environment

improving the environment

surviving in harmony with nature

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q530:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Biodiversity, also referred to as biological diversity, is the variety of different species of flora and fauna living on Earth. The richer the biodiversity, the more balanced and harmonious would the environment be. Different variety of plants and animals contribute their bit to make the planet worth inhabiting. One of the main reasons for the survival of human species on Earth is biodiversity. This is because various species of organisms help in meeting their basic needs of food, shelter, clothing and other resources. There are around 300,000 species of flora that have been known to date and numerous species of fauna that includes not only animals but also birds, fish, reptiles, mammals, insects, molluscs, crustaceans, etc. Our planet Earth was formed close to 4.54 billion years ago and there have been evidences of life since around 3.5 billion years ago. A number of species of both flora and fauna have gone extinct over the past centuries and many more are anticipated to go extinct in the times to come, there by disturbing the level of biodiversity. Human beings have become so driven towards technology over the years that they have forgotten its repercussions. Several new inventions have proven to be hazardous to the environment and are having a negative impact on biodiversity. It is high time humans should start taking the environmental issues seriously and contribute their bit towards improving the atmosphere. A healthy environment is essential for developing rich biodiversity which in turn is essential for the human beings to live in a harmonious state on Earth.

Why is biodiversity important for human survival?

It creates technological advancements and biological diversity

It eliminates environmental issues and genetic diversity

It extensively contributes in providing for the basic needs of humans

It prevents extinction of species of flora and fauna

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q531:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Biodiversity, also referred to as biological diversity, is the variety of different species of flora and fauna living on Earth. The richer the biodiversity, the more balanced and harmonious would the environment be. Different variety of plants and animals contribute their bit to make the planet worth inhabiting. One of the main reasons for the survival of human species on Earth is biodiversity. This is because various species of organisms help in meeting their basic needs of food, shelter, clothing and other resources. There are around 300,000 species of flora that have been known to date and numerous species of fauna that includes not only animals but also birds, fish, reptiles, mammals, insects, molluscs, crustaceans, etc. Our planet Earth was formed close to 4.54 billion years ago and there have been evidences of life since around 3.5 billion years ago. A number of species of both flora and fauna have gone extinct over the past centuries and many more are anticipated to go extinct in the times to come, there by disturbing the level of biodiversity. Human beings have become so driven towards technology over the years that they have forgotten its repercussions. Several new inventions have proven to be hazardous to the environment and are having a negative impact on biodiversity. It is high time humans should start taking the environmental issues seriously and contribute their bit towards improving the atmosphere. A healthy environment is essential for developing rich biodiversity which in turn is essential for the human beings to live in a harmonious state on Earth.

Find a word from the passage which means the same as the word ---- consequence

repercussion

extinct

anticipated

hazardous

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q532:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If you are struggling to learn a new language, breathe, you're not alone. Adults famously find language learning more difficult than children, whose super-flexible brains actually grow the connections necessary to learn an additional language. But, why is it so hard to learn a foreign language, anyway? Put simply, it's hard because it challenges both your mind and time. But there's more to it than that. Have you ever wondered why some people sail through Spanish and others can barely mutter 'hola'? Well, there is research which suggests that our own brain's unique wiring can pre-determine language success. In a study conducted at McGill University, participants' brains were scanned before and after undergoing an intensive 12-week French course. Researchers found that stronger connections between brain centers involved in speaking and reading were seen in the better-performing participants. While this could mean that some people are simply cognitively better equipped for language learning, it doesn't mean that everyone shouldn't try. After-work classes, study abroad, apps, talking with your foreign partner, working overseas, taking an intensive language course—there are so many ways to learn a language. However, it's clear that because adults have to, you know, be adults, we simply can't learn 'implicitly' as young children do, by following around a native speaker all day. Unfortunately, our more sophisticated grown-up brains come in the way of learning.

Identify the statement that is NOT true according to the passage:

Learning a new language challenges one's mind and time

Learning a new language requires one to be cognitively better equipped

Sophistication and maturity are essential to learning a new language easily

Ability to learn implicitly is essential to language learning

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q533:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

If you are struggling to learn a new language, breathe, you're not alone. Adults famously find language learning more difficult than children, whose super-flexible brains actually grow the connections necessary to learn an additional language. But, why is it so hard to learn a foreign language, anyway? Put simply, it's hard because it challenges both your mind and time. But there's more to it than that. Have you ever wondered why some people sail through Spanish and others can barely mutter 'hola'? Well, there is research which suggests that our own brain's unique wiring can pre-determine language success. In a study conducted at McGill University, participants' brains were scanned before and after undergoing an intensive 12-week French course. Researchers found that stronger connections between brain centers involved in speaking and reading were seen in the better-performing participants. While this could mean that some people are simply cognitively better equipped for language learning, it doesn't mean that everyone shouldn't try. After-work classes, study abroad, apps, talking with your foreign partner, working overseas, taking an intensive language course—there are so many ways to learn a language. However, it's clear that because adults have to, you know, be adults, we simply can't learn 'implicitly' as young children do, by following around a native speaker all day. Unfortunately, our more sophisticated grown-up brains come in the way of learning.

It is easier for children to learn a new language because:

they work much harder

they use the language while playing

they need to learn the language

their brains are more flexible

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q534:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If you are struggling to learn a new language, breathe, you're not alone. Adults famously find language learning more difficult than children, whose super-flexible brains actually grow the connections necessary to learn an additional language. But, why is it so hard to learn a foreign language, anyway? Put simply, it's hard because it challenges both your mind and time. But there's more to it than that. Have you ever wondered why some people sail through Spanish and others can barely mutter 'hola'? Well, there is research which suggests that our own brain's unique wiring can pre-determine language success. In a study conducted at McGill University, participants' brains were scanned before and after undergoing an intensive 12-week French course. Researchers found that stronger connections between brain centers involved in speaking and reading were seen in the better-performing participants. While this could mean that some people are simply cognitively better equipped for language learning, it doesn't mean that everyone shouldn't try. After-work classes, study abroad, apps, talking with your foreign partner, working overseas, taking an intensive language course—there are so many ways to learn a language. However, it's clear that because adults have to, you know, be adults, we simply can't learn 'implicitly' as young children do, by following around a native speaker all day. Unfortunately, our more sophisticated grown-up brains come in the way of learning.

The antonym of 'sophisticated' is:

uncouth

uncreative

unimaginative

unsure

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q535:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If you are struggling to learn a new language, breathe, you're not alone. Adults famously find language learning more difficult than children, whose super-flexible brains actually grow the connections necessary to learn an additional language. But, why is it so hard to learn a foreign language, anyway? Put simply, it's hard because it challenges both your mind and time. But there's more to it than that. Have you ever wondered why some people sail through Spanish and others can barely mutter 'hola'? Well, there is research which suggests that our own brain's unique wiring can pre-determine language success. In a study conducted at McGill University, participants' brains were scanned before and after undergoing an intensive 12-week French course. Researchers found that stronger connections between brain centers involved in speaking and reading were seen in the better-performing participants. While this could mean that some people are simply cognitively better equipped for language learning, it doesn't mean that everyone shouldn't try. After-work classes, study abroad, apps, talking with your foreign partner, working overseas, taking an intensive language course—there are so many ways to learn a language. However, it's clear that because adults have to, you know, be adults, we simply can't learn 'implicitly' as young children do, by following around a native speaker all day. Unfortunately, our more sophisticated grown-up brains come in the way of learning.

The writer says 'breathe' in line 1 to :

make people read on

ease people's pain

put people's anxiety at rest

introduce humour

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q536:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

As soon as I entered this fascinating world I was looked upon with great expectations. The world was full of racism yet I was held in high esteem. People from the United States of America to Antartica looked at me as I rolled out from the parentage of Europeans. Since economists, raging bulls and bears did not know much about me, I caught the apprehension of my parents, the share market holders, the financial experts, scholars, students and so on. At my birth, I was placed on the lap of my mother, the Federal Bank. Frankly, my brother Lira, my sister Sterling and my extended family members like the Deutsch Mark and the Yen were quite jealous of me. I knew my worth. I reveal this secret of mine. I am a form of money held or traded outside the country, in whose currency its value is stated. In future I will be globally accepted by the members of all the nations. I now take pride of place in Euromarket, a financial market which deals with European currencies. I do not want to roll over, but I'd love to be accepted by the developing as well as underdeveloped nations.

Why are the other currencies jealous of the Euro?

Euro can be traded outside the country

Euro is high in demand in United States of America

Euro is placed in Federal Bank

Euro has many secrets to reveal

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q537:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

As soon as I entered this fascinating world I was looked upon with great expectations. The world was full of racism yet I was held in high esteem. People from the United States of America to Antartica looked at me as I rolled out from the parentage of Europeans. Since economists, raging bulls and bears did not know much about me, I caught the apprehension of my parents, the share market holders, the financial experts, scholars, students and so on. At my birth, I was placed on the lap of my mother, the Federal Bank. Frankly, my brother Lira, my sister Sterling and my extended family members like the Deutsch Mark and the Yen were quite jealous of me. I knew my worth. I reveal this secret of mine. I am a form of money held or traded outside the country, in whose currency its value is stated. In future I will be globally accepted by the members of all the nations. I now take pride of place in Euromarket, a financial market which deals with European currencies. I do not want to roll over, but I'd love to be accepted by the developing as well as underdeveloped nations.

Identify the statement that is not true according to the passage:

The European financial markets went into a tizzy at the launch of the Euro

The other currencies were envious of the Euro

In spite of the biases, nations across the world accepted me with open arms.

My uniqueness lies in my ability to be valid only in my own country

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q538:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

As soon as I entered this fascinating world I was looked upon with great expectations. The world was full of racism yet I was held in high esteem. People from the United States of America to Antartica looked at me as I rolled out from the parentage of Europeans. Since economists, raging bulls and bears did not know much about me, I caught the apprehension of my parents, the share market holders, the financial experts, scholars, students and so on. At my birth, I was placed on the lap of my mother, the Federal Bank. Frankly, my brother Lira, my sister Sterling and my extended family members like the Deutsch Mark and the Yen were quite jealous of me. I knew my worth. I reveal this secret of mine. I am a form of money held or traded outside the country, in whose currency its value is stated. In future I will be globally accepted by the members of all the nations. I now take pride of place in Euromarket, a financial market which deals with European currencies. I do not want to roll over, but I'd love to be accepted by the developing as well as underdeveloped nations.

The phrase 'bulls & bears' refer to:

Stock exchange market

Animal farms

Angry animals ready to fight

Supermarket

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q539:

19 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

As soon as I entered this fascinating world I was looked upon with great expectations. The world was full of racism yet I was held in high esteem. People from the United States of America to Antartica looked at me as I rolled out from the parentage of Europeans. Since economists, raging bulls and bears did not know much about me, I caught the apprehension of my parents, the share market holders, the financial experts, scholars, students and so on. At my birth, I was placed on the lap of my mother, the Federal Bank. Frankly, my brother Lira, my sister Sterling and my extended family members like the Deutsch Mark and the Yen were quite jealous of me. I knew my worth. I reveal this secret of mine. I am a form of money held or traded outside the country, in whose currency its value is stated. In future I will be globally accepted by the members of all the nations. I now take pride of place in Euromarket, a financial market which deals with European currencies. I do not want to roll over, but I'd love to be accepted by the developing as well as underdeveloped nations.

'Euro' has originated from-

United States of America

Antartica

Europe

Asia

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q540:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The postmaster’s office was located in the village of Ulapur. It was a quaint village, there was an indigo plantation nearby, and so the manager—an Englishman goaded by the need for communication—had arranged for the setting up of a post office. The postmaster was a young man from Calcutta. Stationed here, away from the known limits of civilization, he often felt like a fish out of water. The plantation workers seemed to have their own community. Social miscegenation between two different classes of people seemed all but impossible. In truth, the boy from the city wasn’t good at mixing with people. Uprooted and exiled to a foreign land, his feelings oscillated between arrogance and shame. He rarely met any of the villagers. He wrote poems: poems of endless waiting, poems in which the marrow of life seemed to resonate with the faint tremble of young leaves, where the memory of existence was rejuvenated by the sight of rain clouds. He longed for the security of metal roads, of tall houses which blocked the sight of clouds in the open sky. The city was spreading its tentacles, calling him back. The postmaster’s salary was meager. Evenings would arrive with plumes of smoke rising from the cowshed. The evening would be as still as the cadence of lost poetry, the silence all around would shake the fault lines of the heart; and as all of this would take place, the postmaster would light his lamp.

Which idiom best describes the postmaster's feelings towards the city?

A bird in hand is worth two in the bush

Distance makes the heart grow fonder

Don't look a gift horse in the mouth

The grass is always greener on the other side

Correct Answer

Option 2,4

Correct Answer

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Q541:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The postmaster’s office was located in the village of Ulapur. It was a quaint village, there was an indigo plantation nearby, and so the manager—an Englishman goaded by the need for communication—had arranged for the setting up of a post office. The postmaster was a young man from Calcutta. Stationed here, away from the known limits of civilization, he often felt like a fish out of water. The plantation workers seemed to have their own community. Social miscegenation between two different classes of people seemed all but impossible. In truth, the boy from the city wasn’t good at mixing with people. Uprooted and exiled to a foreign land, his feelings oscillated between arrogance and shame. He rarely met any of the villagers. He wrote poems: poems of endless waiting, poems in which the marrow of life seemed to resonate with the faint tremble of young leaves, where the memory of existence was rejuvenated by the sight of rain clouds. He longed for the security of metal roads, of tall houses which blocked the sight of clouds in the open sky. The city was spreading its tentacles, calling him back. The postmaster’s salary was meager. Evenings would arrive with plumes of smoke rising from the cowshed. The evening would be as still as the cadence of lost poetry, the silence all around would shake the fault lines of the heart; and as all of this would take place, the postmaster would light his lamp.

Why did the small village of Ulapur have a post office at all?

Because of the English plantation manager's personal need

It was set up by the government of India

The community had an urgent need for the post office

The post office had always existed

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q542:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The postmaster’s office was located in the village of Ulapur. It was a quaint village, there was an indigo plantation nearby, and so the manager—an Englishman goaded by the need for communication—had arranged for the setting up of a post office. The postmaster was a young man from Calcutta. Stationed here, away from the known limits of civilization, he often felt like a fish out of water. The plantation workers seemed to have their own community. Social miscegenation between two different classes of people seemed all but impossible. In truth, the boy from the city wasn’t good at mixing with people. Uprooted and exiled to a foreign land, his feelings oscillated between arrogance and shame. He rarely met any of the villagers. He wrote poems: poems of endless waiting, poems in which the marrow of life seemed to resonate with the faint tremble of young leaves, where the memory of existence was rejuvenated by the sight of rain clouds. He longed for the security of metal roads, of tall houses which blocked the sight of clouds in the open sky. The city was spreading its tentacles, calling him back. The postmaster’s salary was meager. Evenings would arrive with plumes of smoke rising from the cowshed. The evening would be as still as the cadence of lost poetry, the silence all around would shake the fault lines of the heart; and as all of this would take place, the postmaster would light his lamp.

Select the most appropriate synonym for "marrow" in the line "poems in which the marrow of life seemed to resonate."

aura

core

atmosphere

component

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q543:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The postmaster’s office was located in the village of Ulapur. It was a quaint village, there was an indigo plantation nearby, and so the manager—an Englishman goaded by the need for communication—had arranged for the setting up of a post office. The postmaster was a young man from Calcutta. Stationed here, away from the known limits of civilization, he often felt like a fish out of water. The plantation workers seemed to have their own community. Social miscegenation between two different classes of people seemed all but impossible. In truth, the boy from the city wasn’t good at mixing with people. Uprooted and exiled to a foreign land, his feelings oscillated between arrogance and shame. He rarely met any of the villagers. He wrote poems: poems of endless waiting, poems in which the marrow of life seemed to resonate with the faint tremble of young leaves, where the memory of existence was rejuvenated by the sight of rain clouds. He longed for the security of metal roads, of tall houses which blocked the sight of clouds in the open sky. The city was spreading its tentacles, calling him back. The postmaster’s salary was meager. Evenings would arrive with plumes of smoke rising from the cowshed. The evening would be as still as the cadence of lost poetry, the silence all around would shake the fault lines of the heart; and as all of this would take place, the postmaster would light his lamp.

What does the line "his feelings oscillated between arrogance and shame" reflect about the postmaster's state of mind?

He was indifferent towards the people around him

He felt victimized and ostracized by the villagers

He was struggling with his conflicting feelings

He could not make up his mind

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q544:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Deven shrank back in apology. ‘No, sir I teach in- in the Hindi department. I took my degree in Hindi because-’ But the poet was not listening. He was laughing and spitting as he laughed because he did it so rustily and unwillingly. Phlegm flew. ‘You see,’ he croaked, ‘what did I tell you? You are a slave. Perhaps a spy even if you don’t know it, sent to universities to destroy whatever remains of Urdu, hunt it out and kill it. And you tell me it is for an Urdu magazine you wish to interview me. If so, why are you teaching Hindi?’ he suddenly roared, fixing Deven with that small, turtle-lidded eye that had now become lethal, a bullet. ‘I studied Urdu, sir, as a boy, in Lucknow. My father, he was a schoolteacher, a scholar, and a lover of Urdu poetry. He taught me the language. But he died. He died and my mother brought me to Delhi to live with her relations here. I was sent to the nearest school, a Hindi-medium school, sir,’ Deven stumbled through the explanation. ‘I took my degree in Hindi, sir,and now I am temporary lecturer in Lala Ram Lal College at Mirpore. It is my living, sir. You see I am married man, a family man. But I still remember my lesson in Urdu, how my father taught me, how he used to read poetry to me. If it were not for the need to earn a living, I would – I would-’

Identify the literary device used in, '- eye that had now become lethal, a bullet.'

Simile

Metaphor

Personification

Hyperbole

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q545:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Deven shrank back in apology. ‘No, sir I teach in- in the Hindi department. I took my degree in Hindi because-’ But the poet was not listening. He was laughing and spitting as he laughed because he did it so rustily and unwillingly. Phlegm flew. ‘You see,’ he croaked, ‘what did I tell you? You are a slave. Perhaps a spy even if you don’t know it, sent to universities to destroy whatever remains of Urdu, hunt it out and kill it. And you tell me it is for an Urdu magazine you wish to interview me. If so, why are you teaching Hindi?’ he suddenly roared, fixing Deven with that small, turtle-lidded eye that had now become lethal, a bullet. ‘I studied Urdu, sir, as a boy, in Lucknow. My father, he was a schoolteacher, a scholar, and a lover of Urdu poetry. He taught me the language. But he died. He died and my mother brought me to Delhi to live with her relations here. I was sent to the nearest school, a Hindi-medium school, sir,’ Deven stumbled through the explanation. ‘I took my degree in Hindi, sir,and now I am temporary lecturer in Lala Ram Lal College at Mirpore. It is my living, sir. You see I am married man, a family man. But I still remember my lesson in Urdu, how my father taught me, how he used to read poetry to me. If it were not for the need to earn a living, I would – I would-’

What does the poet's reaction reveal about his feeling towards the status of Urdu?

He believes Urdu, as a language is thriving and well supported.

He is unconcerned about the status of Urdu

He feels Urdu is being suppressed and marginalised

He thinks Urdu should be replaced by Hindi

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q546:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Deven shrank back in apology. ‘No, sir I teach in- in the Hindi department. I took my degree in Hindi because-’ But the poet was not listening. He was laughing and spitting as he laughed because he did it so rustily and unwillingly. Phlegm flew. ‘You see,’ he croaked, ‘what did I tell you? You are a slave. Perhaps a spy even if you don’t know it, sent to universities to destroy whatever remains of Urdu, hunt it out and kill it. And you tell me it is for an Urdu magazine you wish to interview me. If so, why are you teaching Hindi?’ he suddenly roared, fixing Deven with that small, turtle-lidded eye that had now become lethal, a bullet. ‘I studied Urdu, sir, as a boy, in Lucknow. My father, he was a schoolteacher, a scholar, and a lover of Urdu poetry. He taught me the language. But he died. He died and my mother brought me to Delhi to live with her relations here. I was sent to the nearest school, a Hindi-medium school, sir,’ Deven stumbled through the explanation. ‘I took my degree in Hindi, sir,and now I am temporary lecturer in Lala Ram Lal College at Mirpore. It is my living, sir. You see I am married man, a family man. But I still remember my lesson in Urdu, how my father taught me, how he used to read poetry to me. If it were not for the need to earn a living, I would – I would-’

The poet accuses Deven of being a 'spy' because he thinks/wonders _____

Deven is a government official

why a Hindi lecturer wish to interview an Urdu poet

Deven previously criticised Urdu poetry

Deven works for rival publication

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q547:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Deven shrank back in apology. ‘No, sir I teach in- in the Hindi department. I took my degree in Hindi because-’ But the poet was not listening. He was laughing and spitting as he laughed because he did it so rustily and unwillingly. Phlegm flew. ‘You see,’ he croaked, ‘what did I tell you? You are a slave. Perhaps a spy even if you don’t know it, sent to universities to destroy whatever remains of Urdu, hunt it out and kill it. And you tell me it is for an Urdu magazine you wish to interview me. If so, why are you teaching Hindi?’ he suddenly roared, fixing Deven with that small, turtle-lidded eye that had now become lethal, a bullet. ‘I studied Urdu, sir, as a boy, in Lucknow. My father, he was a schoolteacher, a scholar, and a lover of Urdu poetry. He taught me the language. But he died. He died and my mother brought me to Delhi to live with her relations here. I was sent to the nearest school, a Hindi-medium school, sir,’ Deven stumbled through the explanation. ‘I took my degree in Hindi, sir,and now I am temporary lecturer in Lala Ram Lal College at Mirpore. It is my living, sir. You see I am married man, a family man. But I still remember my lesson in Urdu, how my father taught me, how he used to read poetry to me. If it were not for the need to earn a living, I would – I would-’

How does Deven respond to the poet's accusation?

He argues that Hindi and Urdu are equally important

He denies being a Hindi lecturer

He leaves the interview abruptly

He tries to explain his background and circumstances

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q548:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The arts—be it music, dance, or painting—have enabled artists to express themselves freely across borders for eons. However, speaking a common language remains one of the easiest and most effective ways for people to communicate and understand one another. India has a cornucopia of regional languages and dialects, an integral part of each region’s cultural heritage. No national language has ever been declared, and many regional languages are endangered or extinct due to inadequate documentation. Nagaland, home to 19 languages and 16 tribes, exemplifies this linguistic richness. To preserve them, Nagaland University recently organized a convention focused on their documentation and promotion. Language, as a key element of culture, plays a pivotal role in shaping regional identities, as seen in the prevalence of Russian in Kazakhstan or English in India. While Indian English writers like Salman Rushdie have global recognition, regional languages remain vital for connecting with local heritage. The National Education Policy 2020 emphasizes the importance of learning one’s mother tongue, which connects individuals to their roots and offers insights into local traditions. Languages like Pali, which preserve the teachings of Lord Buddha, and Sanskrit, the language of the Upanishads, offer invaluable cultural and spiritual wisdom. With languages such as Aka-Bo from the Andaman Islands disappearing, documenting these endangered tongues is crucial. The loss of such languages erases not only communication but entire histories. While technology, such as translation apps, helps bridge linguistic gaps, the onus remains on the people to protect, preserve, and promote this invaluable part of India’s cultural heritage.

According to the passage, why are regional languages vital in India?

They facilitate global recognition of Indian writers

They enable communication between different nations

They connect people with their local heritage and traditions

They promote technological advancements in translation

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q549:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The arts—be it music, dance, or painting—have enabled artists to express themselves freely across borders for eons. However, speaking a common language remains one of the easiest and most effective ways for people to communicate and understand one another. India has a cornucopia of regional languages and dialects, an integral part of each region’s cultural heritage. No national language has ever been declared, and many regional languages are endangered or extinct due to inadequate documentation. Nagaland, home to 19 languages and 16 tribes, exemplifies this linguistic richness. To preserve them, Nagaland University recently organized a convention focused on their documentation and promotion. Language, as a key element of culture, plays a pivotal role in shaping regional identities, as seen in the prevalence of Russian in Kazakhstan or English in India. While Indian English writers like Salman Rushdie have global recognition, regional languages remain vital for connecting with local heritage. The National Education Policy 2020 emphasizes the importance of learning one’s mother tongue, which connects individuals to their roots and offers insights into local traditions. Languages like Pali, which preserve the teachings of Lord Buddha, and Sanskrit, the language of the Upanishads, offer invaluable cultural and spiritual wisdom. With languages such as Aka-Bo from the Andaman Islands disappearing, documenting these endangered tongues is crucial. The loss of such languages erases not only communication but entire histories. While technology, such as translation apps, helps bridge linguistic gaps, the onus remains on the people to protect, preserve, and promote this invaluable part of India’s cultural heritage.

Which of the following statements is true regarding the significance of languages like Pali and Sanskrit?

They are no longer spoken and hold no cultural value

They encapsulate the decline of indigenous languages in India

They are primarily used in technological advancements

They serve as tools for spiritual and cultural insight

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q550:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The arts—be it music, dance, or painting—have enabled artists to express themselves freely across borders for eons. However, speaking a common language remains one of the easiest and most effective ways for people to communicate and understand one another. India has a cornucopia of regional languages and dialects, an integral part of each region’s cultural heritage. No national language has ever been declared, and many regional languages are endangered or extinct due to inadequate documentation. Nagaland, home to 19 languages and 16 tribes, exemplifies this linguistic richness. To preserve them, Nagaland University recently organized a convention focused on their documentation and promotion. Language, as a key element of culture, plays a pivotal role in shaping regional identities, as seen in the prevalence of Russian in Kazakhstan or English in India. While Indian English writers like Salman Rushdie have global recognition, regional languages remain vital for connecting with local heritage. The National Education Policy 2020 emphasizes the importance of learning one’s mother tongue, which connects individuals to their roots and offers insights into local traditions. Languages like Pali, which preserve the teachings of Lord Buddha, and Sanskrit, the language of the Upanishads, offer invaluable cultural and spiritual wisdom. With languages such as Aka-Bo from the Andaman Islands disappearing, documenting these endangered tongues is crucial. The loss of such languages erases not only communication but entire histories. While technology, such as translation apps, helps bridge linguistic gaps, the onus remains on the people to protect, preserve, and promote this invaluable part of India’s cultural heritage.

According to the passage, what is the consequence of losing regional languages?

Widening of the global communication gap

Erasure of entire histories and cultural identities

Local traditions are preserved but communication falters

Decline of indigenous languages

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q551:

16 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The arts—be it music, dance, or painting—have enabled artists to express themselves freely across borders for eons. However, speaking a common language remains one of the easiest and most effective ways for people to communicate and understand one another. India has a cornucopia of regional languages and dialects, an integral part of each region’s cultural heritage. No national language has ever been declared, and many regional languages are endangered or extinct due to inadequate documentation. Nagaland, home to 19 languages and 16 tribes, exemplifies this linguistic richness. To preserve them, Nagaland University recently organized a convention focused on their documentation and promotion. Language, as a key element of culture, plays a pivotal role in shaping regional identities, as seen in the prevalence of Russian in Kazakhstan or English in India. While Indian English writers like Salman Rushdie have global recognition, regional languages remain vital for connecting with local heritage. The National Education Policy 2020 emphasizes the importance of learning one’s mother tongue, which connects individuals to their roots and offers insights into local traditions. Languages like Pali, which preserve the teachings of Lord Buddha, and Sanskrit, the language of the Upanishads, offer invaluable cultural and spiritual wisdom. With languages such as Aka-Bo from the Andaman Islands disappearing, documenting these endangered tongues is crucial. The loss of such languages erases not only communication but entire histories. While technology, such as translation apps, helps bridge linguistic gaps, the onus remains on the people to protect, preserve, and promote this invaluable part of India’s cultural heritage.

What is the main theme of the passage?

The decline of music, dance, and painting in modern society

The importance of documenting and preserving languages

The impact of translation technology on communication

The influence of Indian writers on global literature

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q552:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

More than Skin Deep Our skin is not just our biggest organ, but also the one we're most familiar with. We look at it constantly, touch it, wash it, inspect it and yet when we consider looking after it, our minds often jump to aesthetics. We are inundated with ads for lotions and potions that promise to enhance our appearance, as if physical appeal is all that matters about this special organ. There are many other reasons to take care of our complexion besides cosmetic concerns. However, its condition can have knock-on effects on the rest of the body due to the dense thicket of blood vessels running under the surface. Inflammation that starts in the skin can easily spread to the heart and the brain, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease and dementia. Wrinkles are not just a projection of our age; they can drive the aging process. We should think of skin care in the same way as exercise, and do it not just for looks, but for the undeniable health benefits. Ensuring our epidermis is in excellent condition should be a priority for anyone who wants to increase the chances of living a long life. Research on skin care is shifting from marketing to scientific study. Certain foods can reduce damage from pollution and UV rays, while regular contact with nature may nurture the skin’s microbiome. This scientific approach helps assess trends and make informed decisions about using goods and services with proven benefits beyond claims of quick fixes, protecting our bodies from the outside.

The passage suggests that the skin is more than just the body's largest organ. What is the reason it is described as special?

It is the most sensitive part of the body

It has a high number of nerve endings

It is linked to other organs through blood vessels

It is constantly regenerating itself

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q553:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

More than Skin Deep Our skin is not just our biggest organ, but also the one we're most familiar with. We look at it constantly, touch it, wash it, inspect it and yet when we consider looking after it, our minds often jump to aesthetics. We are inundated with ads for lotions and potions that promise to enhance our appearance, as if physical appeal is all that matters about this special organ. There are many other reasons to take care of our complexion besides cosmetic concerns. However, its condition can have knock-on effects on the rest of the body due to the dense thicket of blood vessels running under the surface. Inflammation that starts in the skin can easily spread to the heart and the brain, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease and dementia. Wrinkles are not just a projection of our age; they can drive the aging process. We should think of skin care in the same way as exercise, and do it not just for looks, but for the undeniable health benefits. Ensuring our epidermis is in excellent condition should be a priority for anyone who wants to increase the chances of living a long life. Research on skin care is shifting from marketing to scientific study. Certain foods can reduce damage from pollution and UV rays, while regular contact with nature may nurture the skin’s microbiome. This scientific approach helps assess trends and make informed decisions about using goods and services with proven benefits beyond claims of quick fixes, protecting our bodies from the outside.

According to the passage, why should we care for our skin beyond the aesthetic reasons?

To maintain a youthful appearance for longer

To avoid wrinkles and blemishes and improve aesthetic appeal

To prevent the spread of inflammation from the skin to other vital body organs

To follow the latest trends in skin care and enhance our social interactions

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q554:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

More than Skin Deep Our skin is not just our biggest organ, but also the one we're most familiar with. We look at it constantly, touch it, wash it, inspect it and yet when we consider looking after it, our minds often jump to aesthetics. We are inundated with ads for lotions and potions that promise to enhance our appearance, as if physical appeal is all that matters about this special organ. There are many other reasons to take care of our complexion besides cosmetic concerns. However, its condition can have knock-on effects on the rest of the body due to the dense thicket of blood vessels running under the surface. Inflammation that starts in the skin can easily spread to the heart and the brain, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease and dementia. Wrinkles are not just a projection of our age; they can drive the aging process. We should think of skin care in the same way as exercise, and do it not just for looks, but for the undeniable health benefits. Ensuring our epidermis is in excellent condition should be a priority for anyone who wants to increase the chances of living a long life. Research on skin care is shifting from marketing to scientific study. Certain foods can reduce damage from pollution and UV rays, while regular contact with nature may nurture the skin’s microbiome. This scientific approach helps assess trends and make informed decisions about using goods and services with proven benefits beyond claims of quick fixes, protecting our bodies from the outside.

According to the passage, what role does nature play in skin care?

It shields the skin from exposure to pollutants and harmful UV rays

It can strengthen and nurture the skin's microbiome, promoting overall health.

It has no positive or negative bearing on skin health

It heals skin injuries and is a source of immediate skin enhancement

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q555:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

More than Skin Deep Our skin is not just our biggest organ, but also the one we're most familiar with. We look at it constantly, touch it, wash it, inspect it and yet when we consider looking after it, our minds often jump to aesthetics. We are inundated with ads for lotions and potions that promise to enhance our appearance, as if physical appeal is all that matters about this special organ. There are many other reasons to take care of our complexion besides cosmetic concerns. However, its condition can have knock-on effects on the rest of the body due to the dense thicket of blood vessels running under the surface. Inflammation that starts in the skin can easily spread to the heart and the brain, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease and dementia. Wrinkles are not just a projection of our age; they can drive the aging process. We should think of skin care in the same way as exercise, and do it not just for looks, but for the undeniable health benefits. Ensuring our epidermis is in excellent condition should be a priority for anyone who wants to increase the chances of living a long life. Research on skin care is shifting from marketing to scientific study. Certain foods can reduce damage from pollution and UV rays, while regular contact with nature may nurture the skin’s microbiome. This scientific approach helps assess trends and make informed decisions about using goods and services with proven benefits beyond claims of quick fixes, protecting our bodies from the outside.

Complete the sentences given in List-I with the expressions given in List-II | List-I (Sentences) | List-II (Expressions) | |----------------------|--------------------------| | (A) Ideally, skin care should be approached just like a/an __________. | (I) gravely diseased physical conditions of the heart and brain. | | (B) An excellent epidermis is a __________. | (II) exercise with multiple health benefits. | | (C) In the conventional approach, the skin is __________. | (III) passport to longevity. | | (D) People with deficient skin quality end up with __________. | (IV) associated with aesthetic beauty. | Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q556:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Earlier this year, my daughter moved into college, where I noticed her neighbour's vision board filled with quotes and photos of physicians. The neighbour's mother explained it was meant to inspire her daughter, aspiring to be a pediatrician, to 'manifest' her goal. Manifestation, popularized by The Secret, suggests desires can become reality through focused thought. Neuroscientists James Doty and Sabina Brennan explore how brain function supports this idea, offering practical approaches to achieving goals.Doty's Mind Magic dismisses magical thinking, emphasizing a scientific approach to cultivating resilience and focus. His six-week plan teaches readers to embed intentions into their subconscious, rewire brain networks, and improve attention to opportunities. He argues that manifesting clarifies desires and aligns thoughts with purposeful action, transforming goals into reality.Brennan's The Neuroscience of Manifesting also debunks myths around manifestation, explaining how intentional thinking shifts perception and behaviour. She highlights the brain's negativity bias and advocates redirecting attention to positive, goal-oriented thoughts. Brennan introduces the "seven Cs of manifesting"- curiosity, compassion, connection, change, clarity, coherence, and creation - drawing from neuroscience and psychology to explain how intentional focus can lead to success.Both authors argue that tools like vision boards are not about magical outcomes but rather activating brain networks like the reticular activation system to reinforce goals. By stimulating focus and motivation, such tools help translate aspirations into action. Ultimately, Doty and Brennan remind us that achieving our ambitions depends on intention, focus, and actionable change -a "real magic" rooted in our own brains and behaviours.

What is a shared perspective between Doty and Brennan regarding manifestation?

It is purely a mystical process

It is grounded in neuroscience and behaviour change

It requires six weeks of guided meditation

It depends entirely on external circumstances

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q557:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Earlier this year, my daughter moved into college, where I noticed her neighbour's vision board filled with quotes and photos of physicians. The neighbour's mother explained it was meant to inspire her daughter, aspiring to be a pediatrician, to 'manifest' her goal. Manifestation, popularized by The Secret, suggests desires can become reality through focused thought. Neuroscientists James Doty and Sabina Brennan explore how brain function supports this idea, offering practical approaches to achieving goals.Doty's Mind Magic dismisses magical thinking, emphasizing a scientific approach to cultivating resilience and focus. His six-week plan teaches readers to embed intentions into their subconscious, rewire brain networks, and improve attention to opportunities. He argues that manifesting clarifies desires and aligns thoughts with purposeful action, transforming goals into reality.Brennan's The Neuroscience of Manifesting also debunks myths around manifestation, explaining how intentional thinking shifts perception and behaviour. She highlights the brain's negativity bias and advocates redirecting attention to positive, goal-oriented thoughts. Brennan introduces the "seven Cs of manifesting"- curiosity, compassion, connection, change, clarity, coherence, and creation - drawing from neuroscience and psychology to explain how intentional focus can lead to success.Both authors argue that tools like vision boards are not about magical outcomes but rather activating brain networks like the reticular activation system to reinforce goals. By stimulating focus and motivation, such tools help translate aspirations into action. Ultimately, Doty and Brennan remind us that achieving our ambitions depends on intention, focus, and actionable change -a "real magic" rooted in our own brains and behaviours.

What is the main purpose of tools like vision boards, according to the text?

To communicate desires to the universe

To visually remind individuals of their goals

To enhance creativity and artistic skills

To provide a shortcut to achieving success

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q558:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Earlier this year, my daughter moved into college, where I noticed her neighbour's vision board filled with quotes and photos of physicians. The neighbour's mother explained it was meant to inspire her daughter, aspiring to be a pediatrician, to 'manifest' her goal. Manifestation, popularized by The Secret, suggests desires can become reality through focused thought. Neuroscientists James Doty and Sabina Brennan explore how brain function supports this idea, offering practical approaches to achieving goals.Doty's Mind Magic dismisses magical thinking, emphasizing a scientific approach to cultivating resilience and focus. His six-week plan teaches readers to embed intentions into their subconscious, rewire brain networks, and improve attention to opportunities. He argues that manifesting clarifies desires and aligns thoughts with purposeful action, transforming goals into reality.Brennan's The Neuroscience of Manifesting also debunks myths around manifestation, explaining how intentional thinking shifts perception and behaviour. She highlights the brain's negativity bias and advocates redirecting attention to positive, goal-oriented thoughts. Brennan introduces the "seven Cs of manifesting"- curiosity, compassion, connection, change, clarity, coherence, and creation - drawing from neuroscience and psychology to explain how intentional focus can lead to success.Both authors argue that tools like vision boards are not about magical outcomes but rather activating brain networks like the reticular activation system to reinforce goals. By stimulating focus and motivation, such tools help translate aspirations into action. Ultimately, Doty and Brennan remind us that achieving our ambitions depends on intention, focus, and actionable change -a "real magic" rooted in our own brains and behaviours.

What is Doty's primary message about manifestation in Mind Magic?

Manifestation involves making the universe bend to our will

Manifesting is a process of clarifying desires and focusing on intentions

Positive thinking guarantees success without effort

The brain can only achieve success through external help

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q559:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Earlier this year, my daughter moved into college, where I noticed her neighbour's vision board filled with quotes and photos of physicians. The neighbour's mother explained it was meant to inspire her daughter, aspiring to be a pediatrician, to 'manifest' her goal. Manifestation, popularized by The Secret, suggests desires can become reality through focused thought. Neuroscientists James Doty and Sabina Brennan explore how brain function supports this idea, offering practical approaches to achieving goals.Doty's Mind Magic dismisses magical thinking, emphasizing a scientific approach to cultivating resilience and focus. His six-week plan teaches readers to embed intentions into their subconscious, rewire brain networks, and improve attention to opportunities. He argues that manifesting clarifies desires and aligns thoughts with purposeful action, transforming goals into reality.Brennan's The Neuroscience of Manifesting also debunks myths around manifestation, explaining how intentional thinking shifts perception and behaviour. She highlights the brain's negativity bias and advocates redirecting attention to positive, goal-oriented thoughts. Brennan introduces the "seven Cs of manifesting"- curiosity, compassion, connection, change, clarity, coherence, and creation - drawing from neuroscience and psychology to explain how intentional focus can lead to success.Both authors argue that tools like vision boards are not about magical outcomes but rather activating brain networks like the reticular activation system to reinforce goals. By stimulating focus and motivation, such tools help translate aspirations into action. Ultimately, Doty and Brennan remind us that achieving our ambitions depends on intention, focus, and actionable change -a "real magic" rooted in our own brains and behaviours.

According to James Doty, what is the key to manifestation?

Making the universe work in your favour

Embedding intentions into the subconscious and adjusting thought patterns

Following a strict six-week meditation guide

Relying solely on positive thoughts

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q560:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Unless one is wealthy, there is no use in being a charming fellow. Romance is the privilege of the rich, not the profession of the unemployed. The poor should be practical and prosaic. It is better to have a permanent income than to be fascinating. These are the great truths of modern life which Hughie Erskine never realized. Intellectually, he was not of much importance. He never said a brilliant or even ill-natured thing in his life. But he was wonderfully good-looking, as popular with men as he was with women, and had every accomplishment except making money. His father had bequeathed him a cavalry sword and a History of the Peninsular War in fifteen volumes. Hughie hung the first over his looking-glass, put the second on a shelf between Ruff's Guide and Bailey's Magazine, and lived on two hundred a year from an aunt. He had gone on the Stock Exchange for six months; but what was a butterfly to do among bulls and bears? He had been a tea-merchant for a little longer but soon tired of pekoe and souchong. Then he tried selling dry sherry. That did not answer. Ultimately, he became nothing: a delightful, ineffectual young man with a perfect profile and no profession. To make matters worse, he was in love with Laura Merton, the daughter of a retired Colonel. Laura adored him, and he worshipped her, but neither had a penny to their name. Though the Colonel liked Hughie, he refused to approve their engagement.

Which statement best reflects Hughie's attitude toward his father's inheritance?

He considered it a valuable financial resource

He used it to create a successful professional career

He treated it as decorative and insignificant

He sold it to support his income of two hundred a year

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q561:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Unless one is wealthy, there is no use in being a charming fellow. Romance is the privilege of the rich, not the profession of the unemployed. The poor should be practical and prosaic. It is better to have a permanent income than to be fascinating. These are the great truths of modern life which Hughie Erskine never realized. Intellectually, he was not of much importance. He never said a brilliant or even ill-natured thing in his life. But he was wonderfully good-looking, as popular with men as he was with women, and had every accomplishment except making money. His father had bequeathed him a cavalry sword and a History of the Peninsular War in fifteen volumes. Hughie hung the first over his looking-glass, put the second on a shelf between Ruff's Guide and Bailey's Magazine, and lived on two hundred a year from an aunt. He had gone on the Stock Exchange for six months; but what was a butterfly to do among bulls and bears? He had been a tea-merchant for a little longer but soon tired of pekoe and souchong. Then he tried selling dry sherry. That did not answer. Ultimately, he became nothing: a delightful, ineffectual young man with a perfect profile and no profession. To make matters worse, he was in love with Laura Merton, the daughter of a retired Colonel. Laura adored him, and he worshipped her, but neither had a penny to their name. Though the Colonel liked Hughie, he refused to approve their engagement.

What does the phrase "Romance is the privilege of the rich, not the profession of the unemployed" imply?

Love requires effort and hard work, regardless of wealth.

Only the wealthy can afford to engage in romantic pursuits

Romantic relationships are often undervalued by the wealthy

Financial struggles make love more meaningful and practical

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q562:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Unless one is wealthy, there is no use in being a charming fellow. Romance is the privilege of the rich, not the profession of the unemployed. The poor should be practical and prosaic. It is better to have a permanent income than to be fascinating. These are the great truths of modern life which Hughie Erskine never realized. Intellectually, he was not of much importance. He never said a brilliant or even ill-natured thing in his life. But he was wonderfully good-looking, as popular with men as he was with women, and had every accomplishment except making money. His father had bequeathed him a cavalry sword and a History of the Peninsular War in fifteen volumes. Hughie hung the first over his looking-glass, put the second on a shelf between Ruff's Guide and Bailey's Magazine, and lived on two hundred a year from an aunt. He had gone on the Stock Exchange for six months; but what was a butterfly to do among bulls and bears? He had been a tea-merchant for a little longer but soon tired of pekoe and souchong. Then he tried selling dry sherry. That did not answer. Ultimately, he became nothing: a delightful, ineffectual young man with a perfect profile and no profession. To make matters worse, he was in love with Laura Merton, the daughter of a retired Colonel. Laura adored him, and he worshipped her, but neither had a penny to their name. Though the Colonel liked Hughie, he refused to approve their engagement.

Which of the following best describes the tone of the passage?

Satirical in its depiction of Hughie's life and circumstances

Sympathetic towards Hughie's struggles

Critical of Hughie's lack of intellectual abilities

Romantic in its portrayal of Hughie's love for Laura

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q563:

15 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Unless one is wealthy, there is no use in being a charming fellow. Romance is the privilege of the rich, not the profession of the unemployed. The poor should be practical and prosaic. It is better to have a permanent income than to be fascinating. These are the great truths of modern life which Hughie Erskine never realized. Intellectually, he was not of much importance. He never said a brilliant or even ill-natured thing in his life. But he was wonderfully good-looking, as popular with men as he was with women, and had every accomplishment except making money. His father had bequeathed him a cavalry sword and a History of the Peninsular War in fifteen volumes. Hughie hung the first over his looking-glass, put the second on a shelf between Ruff's Guide and Bailey's Magazine, and lived on two hundred a year from an aunt. He had gone on the Stock Exchange for six months; but what was a butterfly to do among bulls and bears? He had been a tea-merchant for a little longer but soon tired of pekoe and souchong. Then he tried selling dry sherry. That did not answer. Ultimately, he became nothing: a delightful, ineffectual young man with a perfect profile and no profession. To make matters worse, he was in love with Laura Merton, the daughter of a retired Colonel. Laura adored him, and he worshipped her, but neither had a penny to their name. Though the Colonel liked Hughie, he refused to approve their engagement.

What can be inferred about Hughie's attempts at various professions?

He prioritized charm over financial success in his career choices

He was overly ambitious and chose risky professions

He had a natural talent for business but no financial backing

He lacked perseverance and quickly gave up on each venture

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q564:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The digital revolution has re-framed the way Indian students communicate, learn, and connect. Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook have entered the daily lives of millions of students. Today, 393 million young people use social media in India. According to a study compiled by the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) in 2023, teenagers spend more than 2-3 hours on platforms like Instagram and YouTube. Social media is an important tool for learning and interaction, but unregulated usage can have serious negative impacts on mental health, academic performance, and emotional well-being. The most alarming characteristic observed in a young Indian student is social media addiction. Reports indicate that 27% of teenagers in India develop features of social media dependency, leading to a lack of concentration, bad academic output, and mental illness conditions. Continuous demands of checking notifications, posting updates, and scrolling feeds form a pattern of instant indulgence thereby causing reduced productivity and increased alienation.Schools can lead in this area by incorporating media literacy and mental health awareness into the curriculum. Equipping Indian students with digital literacy skills will help them have an open conversation and provide emotional support to maintain a balanced relationship between social media and real life. As the worlds collide digitally, Indian youth have to be equipped with overall skills to navigate these electronic spaces thoughtfully and responsibly. Educators, parents, and policymakers can create that generation that works well in digital culture and values the virtual world's humane touch and well-being.

On the basis of your reading of the passage, identify the INCORRECT statement from the following:

Social media is an important tool for learning and interaction

Communication and learning have acquired a new meaning due to the digital revolution

Digital literacy skills can help students establish a balance between social media and real life

Social media use creates a sense of virtual community, inclusion, and fosters positivity.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q565:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The digital revolution has re-framed the way Indian students communicate, learn, and connect. Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook have entered the daily lives of millions of students. Today, 393 million young people use social media in India. According to a study compiled by the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) in 2023, teenagers spend more than 2-3 hours on platforms like Instagram and YouTube. Social media is an important tool for learning and interaction, but unregulated usage can have serious negative impacts on mental health, academic performance, and emotional well-being. The most alarming characteristic observed in a young Indian student is social media addiction. Reports indicate that 27% of teenagers in India develop features of social media dependency, leading to a lack of concentration, bad academic output, and mental illness conditions. Continuous demands of checking notifications, posting updates, and scrolling feeds form a pattern of instant indulgence thereby causing reduced productivity and increased alienation.Schools can lead in this area by incorporating media literacy and mental health awareness into the curriculum. Equipping Indian students with digital literacy skills will help them have an open conversation and provide emotional support to maintain a balanced relationship between social media and real life. As the worlds collide digitally, Indian youth have to be equipped with overall skills to navigate these electronic spaces thoughtfully and responsibly. Educators, parents, and policymakers can create that generation that works well in digital culture and values the virtual world's humane touch and well-being.

The most alarming and distinctive trait observed in a young Indian student is __________.

reduced productivity

social media addiction

pattern of instant indulgence

increased alienation

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q566:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The digital revolution has re-framed the way Indian students communicate, learn, and connect. Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook have entered the daily lives of millions of students. Today, 393 million young people use social media in India. According to a study compiled by the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) in 2023, teenagers spend more than 2-3 hours on platforms like Instagram and YouTube. Social media is an important tool for learning and interaction, but unregulated usage can have serious negative impacts on mental health, academic performance, and emotional well-being. The most alarming characteristic observed in a young Indian student is social media addiction. Reports indicate that 27% of teenagers in India develop features of social media dependency, leading to a lack of concentration, bad academic output, and mental illness conditions. Continuous demands of checking notifications, posting updates, and scrolling feeds form a pattern of instant indulgence thereby causing reduced productivity and increased alienation.Schools can lead in this area by incorporating media literacy and mental health awareness into the curriculum. Equipping Indian students with digital literacy skills will help them have an open conversation and provide emotional support to maintain a balanced relationship between social media and real life. As the worlds collide digitally, Indian youth have to be equipped with overall skills to navigate these electronic spaces thoughtfully and responsibly. Educators, parents, and policymakers can create that generation that works well in digital culture and values the virtual world's humane touch and well-being.

Which of the following is NOT advised for Indian youth in the passage?

Abstain from using social media completely

Navigate electronic spaces thoughtfully and responsibly

Strike a balance between the digital and virtual world

Acquire digital literacy skills and mental health awareness

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q567:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

The digital revolution has re-framed the way Indian students communicate, learn, and connect. Instagram, WhatsApp, and Facebook have entered the daily lives of millions of students. Today, 393 million young people use social media in India. According to a study compiled by the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) in 2023, teenagers spend more than 2-3 hours on platforms like Instagram and YouTube. Social media is an important tool for learning and interaction, but unregulated usage can have serious negative impacts on mental health, academic performance, and emotional well-being. The most alarming characteristic observed in a young Indian student is social media addiction. Reports indicate that 27% of teenagers in India develop features of social media dependency, leading to a lack of concentration, bad academic output, and mental illness conditions. Continuous demands of checking notifications, posting updates, and scrolling feeds form a pattern of instant indulgence thereby causing reduced productivity and increased alienation.Schools can lead in this area by incorporating media literacy and mental health awareness into the curriculum. Equipping Indian students with digital literacy skills will help them have an open conversation and provide emotional support to maintain a balanced relationship between social media and real life. As the worlds collide digitally, Indian youth have to be equipped with overall skills to navigate these electronic spaces thoughtfully and responsibly. Educators, parents, and policymakers can create that generation that works well in digital culture and values the virtual world's humane touch and well-being.

Unregulated social media use by teenagers leads to__________.

increased concentration, focus and productivity

better communication and social interaction skills

decline in emotional and mental health and academics

possibility of improved self-image and confidence

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q568:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I was completely charmed by Madhava Rao's antiquarian bookshop in Basavanagudi, Bengaluru. The stock was not chock-a-block with rarities, first or expensive editions. Its charm lay in stocking well-preserved old editions, some genuinely antiquarian, many out of print, all gathered fetchingly in one room full of gilt-edged spines, the smell of ageing leather creating an enchanting atmosphere. Rao's meticulous care and presentation made every copy desirable.When I had finished slavering over the books restored, I insisted upon writing about his book shop. But Rao forbade it, relying solely on word of mouth to attract a select customer base. As I got ready to leave his bookshop, he stopped me. "I might speak a little piece of him after all. He made me promise that I would not write anything. But then 'When can I write about your bookshop?', I asked. He replied, "When I finally close the bookshop."That moment came in March 2013, when he passed away from cancer at 78. Even on his final day, he completed book transactions before turning to his restoration work. A self-taught bibliophile and a perfectionist, Rao restored broken editions to exceptional condition, ensuring his customers held something truly valuable. Despite his passion, he kept a low profile, preferring solitude to study and restore his "antiquarian loot."Before his death, he quietly sold his collection to a longstanding customer, ensuring the books were preserved. His legacy lives on in the hands of collectors who cherish his devotion to the art of antiquarian book-selling.

What is the significance of Rao selling his collection to a longstanding customer before his death?

True to his secretive character, it was his way of closing the shop to the public forever

A true bibliophile, Rao ensured that his collection remained in trusted hands

A shrewd business man, Rao ensured his shop would continue to make profits.

Through the sale, Rao the mercenary, wanted to raise and utilize money for his medical treatment

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q569:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I was completely charmed by Madhava Rao's antiquarian bookshop in Basavanagudi, Bengaluru. The stock was not chock-a-block with rarities, first or expensive editions. Its charm lay in stocking well-preserved old editions, some genuinely antiquarian, many out of print, all gathered fetchingly in one room full of gilt-edged spines, the smell of ageing leather creating an enchanting atmosphere. Rao's meticulous care and presentation made every copy desirable.When I had finished slavering over the books restored, I insisted upon writing about his book shop. But Rao forbade it, relying solely on word of mouth to attract a select customer base. As I got ready to leave his bookshop, he stopped me. "I might speak a little piece of him after all. He made me promise that I would not write anything. But then 'When can I write about your bookshop?', I asked. He replied, "When I finally close the bookshop."That moment came in March 2013, when he passed away from cancer at 78. Even on his final day, he completed book transactions before turning to his restoration work. A self-taught bibliophile and a perfectionist, Rao restored broken editions to exceptional condition, ensuring his customers held something truly valuable. Despite his passion, he kept a low profile, preferring solitude to study and restore his "antiquarian loot."Before his death, he quietly sold his collection to a longstanding customer, ensuring the books were preserved. His legacy lives on in the hands of collectors who cherish his devotion to the art of antiquarian book-selling.

What does the phrase "slavering over the books restored" most likely mean in the context of the text?

carefully going over and examining every book

being overwhelmed with admiration and desire for books

disinterestedly riffling through the pages of books

feeling frustrated about the restoration process of books

Correct Answer

Option 1,2

Correct Answer

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Q570:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I was completely charmed by Madhava Rao's antiquarian bookshop in Basavanagudi, Bengaluru. The stock was not chock-a-block with rarities, first or expensive editions. Its charm lay in stocking well-preserved old editions, some genuinely antiquarian, many out of print, all gathered fetchingly in one room full of gilt-edged spines, the smell of ageing leather creating an enchanting atmosphere. Rao's meticulous care and presentation made every copy desirable.When I had finished slavering over the books restored, I insisted upon writing about his book shop. But Rao forbade it, relying solely on word of mouth to attract a select customer base. As I got ready to leave his bookshop, he stopped me. "I might speak a little piece of him after all. He made me promise that I would not write anything. But then 'When can I write about your bookshop?', I asked. He replied, "When I finally close the bookshop."That moment came in March 2013, when he passed away from cancer at 78. Even on his final day, he completed book transactions before turning to his restoration work. A self-taught bibliophile and a perfectionist, Rao restored broken editions to exceptional condition, ensuring his customers held something truly valuable. Despite his passion, he kept a low profile, preferring solitude to study and restore his "antiquarian loot."Before his death, he quietly sold his collection to a longstanding customer, ensuring the books were preserved. His legacy lives on in the hands of collectors who cherish his devotion to the art of antiquarian book-selling.

Which of the following best describes Madhava Rao's personality, as depicted in the text?

an introvert yet shrewd business manager

a strict guardian of book restoration secrets

a reluctant seller of his cherished book collection

a reclusive yet passionate perfectionist

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q571:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I was completely charmed by Madhava Rao's antiquarian bookshop in Basavanagudi, Bengaluru. The stock was not chock-a-block with rarities, first or expensive editions. Its charm lay in stocking well-preserved old editions, some genuinely antiquarian, many out of print, all gathered fetchingly in one room full of gilt-edged spines, the smell of ageing leather creating an enchanting atmosphere. Rao's meticulous care and presentation made every copy desirable.When I had finished slavering over the books restored, I insisted upon writing about his book shop. But Rao forbade it, relying solely on word of mouth to attract a select customer base. As I got ready to leave his bookshop, he stopped me. "I might speak a little piece of him after all. He made me promise that I would not write anything. But then 'When can I write about your bookshop?', I asked. He replied, "When I finally close the bookshop."That moment came in March 2013, when he passed away from cancer at 78. Even on his final day, he completed book transactions before turning to his restoration work. A self-taught bibliophile and a perfectionist, Rao restored broken editions to exceptional condition, ensuring his customers held something truly valuable. Despite his passion, he kept a low profile, preferring solitude to study and restore his "antiquarian loot."Before his death, he quietly sold his collection to a longstanding customer, ensuring the books were preserved. His legacy lives on in the hands of collectors who cherish his devotion to the art of antiquarian book-selling.

What does the phrase "antiquarian loot" refer to in the text?

rare and valuable old books meticulously restored by Madhava Rao

a collection of books pilfered from other outlets selling antique editions

the unsold old books hidden in the shop, discovered after his death

a term Rao used for books that had little monetary value

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q572:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

No matter one’s nationality, sex, age, or religion, everyone seeks happiness. President Timothy Dwight defined it as: “The happiest person is the person who thinks the most interesting thoughts.” This definition places happiness within, not dependent on external circumstances. Like virtue, happiness should come from an inner standard, not exterior factors or material possessions.Virtue is not situational; it involves resisting all temptations, regardless of size. For example, if a man refuses a Rs.500 bribe but hesitates at a Rs.1,00,000 offer, his virtue is questionable. Virtue is consistent, unchanging, and independent of temptation. Similarly, happiness should not rely on circumstances or others’ actions. Some people carry their happiness like a purse, easily stolen by ill winds, malicious words, or random accidents. Allowing others to control one’s peace of mind gives them undue power over one’s emotions. Instead, negativity should be treated with humour, and happiness should remain self-determined.True happiness, like virtue, is resilient and should come from within. While it is impossible to feel exuberantly happy all the time, a sound philosophy can provide an invincible source of joy. Days of anguish caused by ill health, worry, or grief may come, but these should not permanently destroy happiness. Rising above pain is possible through inner strength and thinking interesting thoughts.Happiness, like virtue, requires consistency and inner discipline. By maintaining a mindset of resilience, focusing on meaningful thoughts, and refusing to be controlled by external forces, one can rise above life’s hardships and maintain lasting peace and joy.

What does the passage imply about allowing others to control one's peace of mind?

It is essential for building resilience

It helps strengthen virtue and happiness

It gives others unreasonable power over one's emotions

It is necessary for maintaining relationships

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q573:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

No matter one’s nationality, sex, age, or religion, everyone seeks happiness. President Timothy Dwight defined it as: “The happiest person is the person who thinks the most interesting thoughts.” This definition places happiness within, not dependent on external circumstances. Like virtue, happiness should come from an inner standard, not exterior factors or material possessions.Virtue is not situational; it involves resisting all temptations, regardless of size. For example, if a man refuses a Rs.500 bribe but hesitates at a Rs.1,00,000 offer, his virtue is questionable. Virtue is consistent, unchanging, and independent of temptation. Similarly, happiness should not rely on circumstances or others’ actions. Some people carry their happiness like a purse, easily stolen by ill winds, malicious words, or random accidents. Allowing others to control one’s peace of mind gives them undue power over one’s emotions. Instead, negativity should be treated with humour, and happiness should remain self-determined.True happiness, like virtue, is resilient and should come from within. While it is impossible to feel exuberantly happy all the time, a sound philosophy can provide an invincible source of joy. Days of anguish caused by ill health, worry, or grief may come, but these should not permanently destroy happiness. Rising above pain is possible through inner strength and thinking interesting thoughts.Happiness, like virtue, requires consistency and inner discipline. By maintaining a mindset of resilience, focusing on meaningful thoughts, and refusing to be controlled by external forces, one can rise above life’s hardships and maintain lasting peace and joy.

What is suggested as the key to lasting peace and joy in life?

wealth and independence

external validation and support

avoiding all negative experiences

inner discipline and meaningful thoughts

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q574:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

No matter one’s nationality, sex, age, or religion, everyone seeks happiness. President Timothy Dwight defined it as: “The happiest person is the person who thinks the most interesting thoughts.” This definition places happiness within, not dependent on external circumstances. Like virtue, happiness should come from an inner standard, not exterior factors or material possessions.Virtue is not situational; it involves resisting all temptations, regardless of size. For example, if a man refuses a Rs.500 bribe but hesitates at a Rs.1,00,000 offer, his virtue is questionable. Virtue is consistent, unchanging, and independent of temptation. Similarly, happiness should not rely on circumstances or others’ actions. Some people carry their happiness like a purse, easily stolen by ill winds, malicious words, or random accidents. Allowing others to control one’s peace of mind gives them undue power over one’s emotions. Instead, negativity should be treated with humour, and happiness should remain self-determined.True happiness, like virtue, is resilient and should come from within. While it is impossible to feel exuberantly happy all the time, a sound philosophy can provide an invincible source of joy. Days of anguish caused by ill health, worry, or grief may come, but these should not permanently destroy happiness. Rising above pain is possible through inner strength and thinking interesting thoughts.Happiness, like virtue, requires consistency and inner discipline. By maintaining a mindset of resilience, focusing on meaningful thoughts, and refusing to be controlled by external forces, one can rise above life’s hardships and maintain lasting peace and joy.

In the passage, virtue is described as being__________.

usually dependent on external factors

consistent and steady, irrespective of temptation

circumstantial and influenced by others' opinions

reliant on material wealth for stability

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q575:

14 May Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

No matter one’s nationality, sex, age, or religion, everyone seeks happiness. President Timothy Dwight defined it as: “The happiest person is the person who thinks the most interesting thoughts.” This definition places happiness within, not dependent on external circumstances. Like virtue, happiness should come from an inner standard, not exterior factors or material possessions.Virtue is not situational; it involves resisting all temptations, regardless of size. For example, if a man refuses a Rs.500 bribe but hesitates at a Rs.1,00,000 offer, his virtue is questionable. Virtue is consistent, unchanging, and independent of temptation. Similarly, happiness should not rely on circumstances or others’ actions. Some people carry their happiness like a purse, easily stolen by ill winds, malicious words, or random accidents. Allowing others to control one’s peace of mind gives them undue power over one’s emotions. Instead, negativity should be treated with humour, and happiness should remain self-determined.True happiness, like virtue, is resilient and should come from within. While it is impossible to feel exuberantly happy all the time, a sound philosophy can provide an invincible source of joy. Days of anguish caused by ill health, worry, or grief may come, but these should not permanently destroy happiness. Rising above pain is possible through inner strength and thinking interesting thoughts.Happiness, like virtue, requires consistency and inner discipline. By maintaining a mindset of resilience, focusing on meaningful thoughts, and refusing to be controlled by external forces, one can rise above life’s hardships and maintain lasting peace and joy.

Based on your reading of the passage, identify the incorrect statement.

Steering clear of challenges and grief can help us rise about life's hardships

Happiness, like a purse, should be guarded from negative influences.

Humour helps treat negativity and maintain self-determined happiness

Resilience in maintaining happiness is rooted in one's ability to think creatively and interestingly

Correct Answer

Option 1,2

Correct Answer

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Q576:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The next stage of the visit began as Mrs. Broadwith brought in a cup of tea and the rest of the animals were let out of the kitchen. It was the usual scenario for the many cups of tea I had drunk with Miss Stubbs under the little card which dangled above her bed. "How are you today?" I asked. "Oh! much better," she replied and immediately changed the subject. Mostly she liked to talk about her pets and the ones she had known right back to her childhood. She spoke a lot too, about the days her family was alive. She loved to describe the escapades of her three brothers and today she showed me a photograph which Mrs. Broadwith had found. "Oh, they were young rips!" she exclaimed. She laughed and for a moment her face was radiant, by her memories. The things I had heard in the village came back to me: about the prosperous father and his family who lived in the big house now. Then the heartbrokenness crashed and the sudden change in circumstances. When the old father died, he was almost penniless, one old man said. "There is not much brass there now." Probably just enough brass to keep Miss Stubbs and her animals alive and pay Mrs. Broadwith. And, sitting there, I felt as I had often - a bit ashamed of the responsibility I had. The one thing which brought some light into the life of the brave old woman was the devotion of this shaggy bunch whose eyes were never far from her face.

'There's not much <u>brass</u> there now' the underlined word refers to:

brass ware

musical instruments

money

metal

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q577:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The next stage of the visit began as Mrs. Broadwith brought in a cup of tea and the rest of the animals were let out of the kitchen. It was the usual scenario for the many cups of tea I had drunk with Miss Stubbs under the little card which dangled above her bed. "How are you today?" I asked. "Oh! much better," she replied and immediately changed the subject. Mostly she liked to talk about her pets and the ones she had known right back to her childhood. She spoke a lot too, about the days her family was alive. She loved to describe the escapades of her three brothers and today she showed me a photograph which Mrs. Broadwith had found. "Oh, they were young rips!" she exclaimed. She laughed and for a moment her face was radiant, by her memories. The things I had heard in the village came back to me: about the prosperous father and his family who lived in the big house now. Then the heartbrokenness crashed and the sudden change in circumstances. When the old father died, he was almost penniless, one old man said. "There is not much brass there now." Probably just enough brass to keep Miss Stubbs and her animals alive and pay Mrs. Broadwith. And, sitting there, I felt as I had often - a bit ashamed of the responsibility I had. The one thing which brought some light into the life of the brave old woman was the devotion of this shaggy bunch whose eyes were never far from her face.

Identify the meaning of the underlined word in the following sentence by selecting the best option: 'She loved to describe the "escapades" of her three brothers....'

grave acts

funny acts

serious sober acts

mischievous acts

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q578:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The next stage of the visit began as Mrs. Broadwith brought in a cup of tea and the rest of the animals were let out of the kitchen. It was the usual scenario for the many cups of tea I had drunk with Miss Stubbs under the little card which dangled above her bed. "How are you today?" I asked. "Oh! much better," she replied and immediately changed the subject. Mostly she liked to talk about her pets and the ones she had known right back to her childhood. She spoke a lot too, about the days her family was alive. She loved to describe the escapades of her three brothers and today she showed me a photograph which Mrs. Broadwith had found. "Oh, they were young rips!" she exclaimed. She laughed and for a moment her face was radiant, by her memories. The things I had heard in the village came back to me: about the prosperous father and his family who lived in the big house now. Then the heartbrokenness crashed and the sudden change in circumstances. When the old father died, he was almost penniless, one old man said. "There is not much brass there now." Probably just enough brass to keep Miss Stubbs and her animals alive and pay Mrs. Broadwith. And, sitting there, I felt as I had often - a bit ashamed of the responsibility I had. The one thing which brought some light into the life of the brave old woman was the devotion of this shaggy bunch whose eyes were never far from her face.

Miss Stubbs led a very simple life because _____.

she didn't believe in leading a luxurious life

She was too sad a person to enjoy simple pleasures of life

she couldn't afford even the normal little luxuries

she was bed-ridden and bitter about it

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q579:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The next stage of the visit began as Mrs. Broadwith brought in a cup of tea and the rest of the animals were let out of the kitchen. It was the usual scenario for the many cups of tea I had drunk with Miss Stubbs under the little card which dangled above her bed. "How are you today?" I asked. "Oh! much better," she replied and immediately changed the subject. Mostly she liked to talk about her pets and the ones she had known right back to her childhood. She spoke a lot too, about the days her family was alive. She loved to describe the escapades of her three brothers and today she showed me a photograph which Mrs. Broadwith had found. "Oh, they were young rips!" she exclaimed. She laughed and for a moment her face was radiant, by her memories. The things I had heard in the village came back to me: about the prosperous father and his family who lived in the big house now. Then the heartbrokenness crashed and the sudden change in circumstances. When the old father died, he was almost penniless, one old man said. "There is not much brass there now." Probably just enough brass to keep Miss Stubbs and her animals alive and pay Mrs. Broadwith. And, sitting there, I felt as I had often - a bit ashamed of the responsibility I had. The one thing which brought some light into the life of the brave old woman was the devotion of this shaggy bunch whose eyes were never far from her face.

Which among the following was not a topic of Miss Stubb's conversation?

her brothers

her pets

her past with her family

her classmates

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q580:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If my younger self could see me now, she would be incredulous. That I work in the field of dance or decipher and translate dance for my own comprehension, call it choreography if you wish, would have been unbelievable. In this respect, I am particularly envious of dancers who claim that they are 'born to dance', implying that it was clearly laid out for them from the beginning. I must say, I find this assertion dubious; it is rarely that easy. 'To dance' means to 'struggle'. In all truth, as a child, I never did want to dance. It was forced upon me by a doting mother and a silent father. My father probably kept his peace to avoid argument. From the beginning, my lessons took place under trying conditions, though I believe that the conditions were more trying for my mother than for me. She travelled in local, over-crowded trains to the dance class with an unwilling child, hired from a whole day at school. Interestingly, when I was seven, we went to see a movie starring Mumtaz Ali, who did a lead number in the film. When we arrived home, I began prancing around the house imitating the film actor and my mother, who was quietly watching, was the one who said, 'Kumudini, you are born to dance.' Ironically, I have no recollection of this story; it was my mother who saw this innate ability in me.

What role did her father play in her becoming a dancer?

He gave his passive disapproval

He was indifferent

He was actively involved

He tried maintaining a harmonious atmosphere

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q581:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If my younger self could see me now, she would be incredulous. That I work in the field of dance or decipher and translate dance for my own comprehension, call it choreography if you wish, would have been unbelievable. In this respect, I am particularly envious of dancers who claim that they are 'born to dance', implying that it was clearly laid out for them from the beginning. I must say, I find this assertion dubious; it is rarely that easy. 'To dance' means to 'struggle'. In all truth, as a child, I never did want to dance. It was forced upon me by a doting mother and a silent father. My father probably kept his peace to avoid argument. From the beginning, my lessons took place under trying conditions, though I believe that the conditions were more trying for my mother than for me. She travelled in local, over-crowded trains to the dance class with an unwilling child, hired from a whole day at school. Interestingly, when I was seven, we went to see a movie starring Mumtaz Ali, who did a lead number in the film. When we arrived home, I began prancing around the house imitating the film actor and my mother, who was quietly watching, was the one who said, 'Kumudini, you are born to dance.' Ironically, I have no recollection of this story; it was my mother who saw this innate ability in me.

The narrator's younger self would be incredulous if she saw the narrator now, as:

she had become a choreographer

she couldn't decipher the nuances of dance

she was too curious to learn dance since her early childhood

her reality and her dreams were not bridged

Correct Answer

Option 1,4

Correct Answer

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Q582:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If my younger self could see me now, she would be incredulous. That I work in the field of dance or decipher and translate dance for my own comprehension, call it choreography if you wish, would have been unbelievable. In this respect, I am particularly envious of dancers who claim that they are 'born to dance', implying that it was clearly laid out for them from the beginning. I must say, I find this assertion dubious; it is rarely that easy. 'To dance' means to 'struggle'. In all truth, as a child, I never did want to dance. It was forced upon me by a doting mother and a silent father. My father probably kept his peace to avoid argument. From the beginning, my lessons took place under trying conditions, though I believe that the conditions were more trying for my mother than for me. She travelled in local, over-crowded trains to the dance class with an unwilling child, hired from a whole day at school. Interestingly, when I was seven, we went to see a movie starring Mumtaz Ali, who did a lead number in the film. When we arrived home, I began prancing around the house imitating the film actor and my mother, who was quietly watching, was the one who said, 'Kumudini, you are born to dance.' Ironically, I have no recollection of this story; it was my mother who saw this innate ability in me.

The narrator says,'to dance means to struggle' as she ____.

was envious of the other dancers' talent

had tough time convincing her parents about her passion

doesn't have good memories of her childhood

had to work hard to perfect the art, though unwillingly

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q583:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If my younger self could see me now, she would be incredulous. That I work in the field of dance or decipher and translate dance for my own comprehension, call it choreography if you wish, would have been unbelievable. In this respect, I am particularly envious of dancers who claim that they are 'born to dance', implying that it was clearly laid out for them from the beginning. I must say, I find this assertion dubious; it is rarely that easy. 'To dance' means to 'struggle'. In all truth, as a child, I never did want to dance. It was forced upon me by a doting mother and a silent father. My father probably kept his peace to avoid argument. From the beginning, my lessons took place under trying conditions, though I believe that the conditions were more trying for my mother than for me. She travelled in local, over-crowded trains to the dance class with an unwilling child, hired from a whole day at school. Interestingly, when I was seven, we went to see a movie starring Mumtaz Ali, who did a lead number in the film. When we arrived home, I began prancing around the house imitating the film actor and my mother, who was quietly watching, was the one who said, 'Kumudini, you are born to dance.' Ironically, I have no recollection of this story; it was my mother who saw this innate ability in me.

The seeds of the narrator's future vocation were sown when she _______.

went willingly to the dance class

pranced around the house imitating the dance steps from a movie

was born with an innate ability to dance

was encouraged by her father to take up dancing

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q584:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report (2024) revealed that 733 million people faced malnutrition in 2023— an increase of 152 million since 2019. This trend is linked to food price dynamics. In 2022, the World Bank estimated that a 1% rise in global food prices could push 10 million people into extreme poverty. Rising food costs and inequality have intensified "hidden hunger," affecting at least 2.8 billion people in 2022 alone. Hidden hunger is a deficiency of essential micronutrients like zinc, iodine, and iron. The signs of this form of malnutrition are hidden as individuals may appear healthy while suffering severe health impacts. Clinical signs emerge only in extreme cases. Traditionally linked to caloric deficiency, hunger is now recognized to include micronutrient inadequacy, which can harm health even when caloric intake isn't severely affected. The Food Security and Nutrition report highlights that while it may seem intuitive that food-insecure individuals are less likely to maintain a healthy diet, the relationship is complex, shaped by factors like food environments, consumer behaviour, and the affordability of nutritious foods. In some cases, food insecurity is linked to lower consumption of all food types and a higher reliance on staple foods for dietary energy. In others, it can be associated with reduced intake of nutritious foods and increased consumption of energy-dense foods high in unhealthy fats, sugars, and salt. As a result, food insecurity and "hidden hunger" can result not only in undernutrition but can also lead to overweight and obesity.

What is the primary distinction between "hidden hunger" and traditional caloric deficiency?

Hidden hunger refers to a lack of protein, whereas caloric deficiency refers to a lack of fats.

Hidden hunger is caused by excessive food intake, whereas caloric deficiency is caused by food scarcity.

Hidden hunger involves not so obvious micronutrient deficiencies, while caloric deficiency has visible symptoms.

Hidden hunger is a short-term condition, whereas caloric deficiency affects only long-term health.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q585:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report (2024) revealed that 733 million people faced malnutrition in 2023— an increase of 152 million since 2019. This trend is linked to food price dynamics. In 2022, the World Bank estimated that a 1% rise in global food prices could push 10 million people into extreme poverty. Rising food costs and inequality have intensified "hidden hunger," affecting at least 2.8 billion people in 2022 alone. Hidden hunger is a deficiency of essential micronutrients like zinc, iodine, and iron. The signs of this form of malnutrition are hidden as individuals may appear healthy while suffering severe health impacts. Clinical signs emerge only in extreme cases. Traditionally linked to caloric deficiency, hunger is now recognized to include micronutrient inadequacy, which can harm health even when caloric intake isn't severely affected. The Food Security and Nutrition report highlights that while it may seem intuitive that food-insecure individuals are less likely to maintain a healthy diet, the relationship is complex, shaped by factors like food environments, consumer behaviour, and the affordability of nutritious foods. In some cases, food insecurity is linked to lower consumption of all food types and a higher reliance on staple foods for dietary energy. In others, it can be associated with reduced intake of nutritious foods and increased consumption of energy-dense foods high in unhealthy fats, sugars, and salt. As a result, food insecurity and "hidden hunger" can result not only in undernutrition but can also lead to overweight and obesity.

How can food insecurity paradoxically contribute to obesity?

by causing people to eat excessive amounts of protein

by encouraging over consumption of cheap, unhealthy energy-dense foods.

by limiting access to all food types, reducing overall consumption.

by increasing the availability of nutrient-rich food in low-income areas

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q586:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Hard

The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report (2024) revealed that 733 million people faced malnutrition in 2023— an increase of 152 million since 2019. This trend is linked to food price dynamics. In 2022, the World Bank estimated that a 1% rise in global food prices could push 10 million people into extreme poverty. Rising food costs and inequality have intensified "hidden hunger," affecting at least 2.8 billion people in 2022 alone. Hidden hunger is a deficiency of essential micronutrients like zinc, iodine, and iron. The signs of this form of malnutrition are hidden as individuals may appear healthy while suffering severe health impacts. Clinical signs emerge only in extreme cases. Traditionally linked to caloric deficiency, hunger is now recognized to include micronutrient inadequacy, which can harm health even when caloric intake isn't severely affected. The Food Security and Nutrition report highlights that while it may seem intuitive that food-insecure individuals are less likely to maintain a healthy diet, the relationship is complex, shaped by factors like food environments, consumer behaviour, and the affordability of nutritious foods. In some cases, food insecurity is linked to lower consumption of all food types and a higher reliance on staple foods for dietary energy. In others, it can be associated with reduced intake of nutritious foods and increased consumption of energy-dense foods high in unhealthy fats, sugars, and salt. As a result, food insecurity and "hidden hunger" can result not only in undernutrition but can also lead to overweight and obesity.

What consequence does the World Bank estimate of a 1% rise in global food prices?

A decline in global malnutrition rates

A reduction in food insecurity through economic growth

An increase of 10 million people towards extreme poverty

No significant impact on food security

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q587:

13 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report (2024) revealed that 733 million people faced malnutrition in 2023— an increase of 152 million since 2019. This trend is linked to food price dynamics. In 2022, the World Bank estimated that a 1% rise in global food prices could push 10 million people into extreme poverty. Rising food costs and inequality have intensified "hidden hunger," affecting at least 2.8 billion people in 2022 alone. Hidden hunger is a deficiency of essential micronutrients like zinc, iodine, and iron. The signs of this form of malnutrition are hidden as individuals may appear healthy while suffering severe health impacts. Clinical signs emerge only in extreme cases. Traditionally linked to caloric deficiency, hunger is now recognized to include micronutrient inadequacy, which can harm health even when caloric intake isn't severely affected. The Food Security and Nutrition report highlights that while it may seem intuitive that food-insecure individuals are less likely to maintain a healthy diet, the relationship is complex, shaped by factors like food environments, consumer behaviour, and the affordability of nutritious foods. In some cases, food insecurity is linked to lower consumption of all food types and a higher reliance on staple foods for dietary energy. In others, it can be associated with reduced intake of nutritious foods and increased consumption of energy-dense foods high in unhealthy fats, sugars, and salt. As a result, food insecurity and "hidden hunger" can result not only in undernutrition but can also lead to overweight and obesity.

Which factor complicates the relationship between food insecurity and diet quality?

The absence of global food production data

The overreliance on scientific studies rather than real-world evidence

Variations in food environments, consumer behaviour, and affordability.

The assumption that food insecurity always results in undernutrition

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q588:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Hard

When I was in my late teens and still undecided about which language I should write in, he told me that the language one is born into, one's mother tongue, can be the only possible medium of creative expression. For most of his life, my father, Sripat Rai, had been a Hindi editor and critic. Off and on, he translated writings into English from Hindi. He was fond of saying that a failed writer becomes a critic. The weight of his literary expectation came, eventually, to rest on me. He seemed happy that I was showing an inclination for writing. "She will go far," he told my mother after reading the first story that I sent him from Melbourne. My father's pronouncement on the mother tongue stayed with me when I later started writing fiction in Hindi. Another thing that I barely acknowledged even to myself was that I felt something like shame whenever I thought of writing in English. It seemed wrong for a granddaughter of Premchand even to be thinking so. Our family had a certain linguistic pride. I knew that Premchand was famous, but I had not at that time realised the extent of his popularity The fact that I was the granddaughter of Premchand, followed me everywhere. Everyone had a story to tell about their personal engagement with his fiction -the shopkeeper, the long time cook in my father's Delhi house, a tea vendor, etc. The list was long, for there was practically no one who had not read something by him that had moved them. However, it was this very ubiquity, the reverence and love that he inspired in people, that made of him something too large for me to comprehend in the early years of my life. It led also to the strange feeling that, without having read him and just by being related to him, I had somehow inhaled his writing. The reading happened much later.

The author grew up with the expectation that she would take up ________.

editorship of a magazine.

translation of literary pieces.

creative writing.

the job of a critic.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q589:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Hard

When I was in my late teens and still undecided about which language I should write in, he told me that the language one is born into, one's mother tongue, can be the only possible medium of creative expression. For most of his life, my father, Sripat Rai, had been a Hindi editor and critic. Off and on, he translated writings into English from Hindi. He was fond of saying that a failed writer becomes a critic. The weight of his literary expectation came, eventually, to rest on me. He seemed happy that I was showing an inclination for writing. "She will go far," he told my mother after reading the first story that I sent him from Melbourne. My father's pronouncement on the mother tongue stayed with me when I later started writing fiction in Hindi. Another thing that I barely acknowledged even to myself was that I felt something like shame whenever I thought of writing in English. It seemed wrong for a granddaughter of Premchand even to be thinking so. Our family had a certain linguistic pride. I knew that Premchand was famous, but I had not at that time realised the extent of his popularity The fact that I was the granddaughter of Premchand, followed me everywhere. Everyone had a story to tell about their personal engagement with his fiction -the shopkeeper, the long time cook in my father's Delhi house, a tea vendor, etc. The list was long, for there was practically no one who had not read something by him that had moved them. However, it was this very ubiquity, the reverence and love that he inspired in people, that made of him something too large for me to comprehend in the early years of my life. It led also to the strange feeling that, without having read him and just by being related to him, I had somehow inhaled his writing. The reading happened much later.

When her father said, “She will go far,” he meant that ________.

she will travel widely.

she will achieve great heights in life.

she will go too far, one of these days.

she will settle in a far-off place.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q590:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Hard

When I was in my late teens and still undecided about which language I should write in, he told me that the language one is born into, one's mother tongue, can be the only possible medium of creative expression. For most of his life, my father, Sripat Rai, had been a Hindi editor and critic. Off and on, he translated writings into English from Hindi. He was fond of saying that a failed writer becomes a critic. The weight of his literary expectation came, eventually, to rest on me. He seemed happy that I was showing an inclination for writing. "She will go far," he told my mother after reading the first story that I sent him from Melbourne. My father's pronouncement on the mother tongue stayed with me when I later started writing fiction in Hindi. Another thing that I barely acknowledged even to myself was that I felt something like shame whenever I thought of writing in English. It seemed wrong for a granddaughter of Premchand even to be thinking so. Our family had a certain linguistic pride. I knew that Premchand was famous, but I had not at that time realised the extent of his popularity The fact that I was the granddaughter of Premchand, followed me everywhere. Everyone had a story to tell about their personal engagement with his fiction -the shopkeeper, the long time cook in my father's Delhi house, a tea vendor, etc. The list was long, for there was practically no one who had not read something by him that had moved them. However, it was this very ubiquity, the reverence and love that he inspired in people, that made of him something too large for me to comprehend in the early years of my life. It led also to the strange feeling that, without having read him and just by being related to him, I had somehow inhaled his writing. The reading happened much later.

Choose a statement which is not true with respect to the passage.

The author felt pressurized to write in Hindi under her father.

She felt obligated to carry on the legacy of Premchand.

Her family was chauvinistic about the Hindi language.

She was in awe of the extensive reach of her grandfather’s writing.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q591:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Hard

When I was in my late teens and still undecided about which language I should write in, he told me that the language one is born into, one's mother tongue, can be the only possible medium of creative expression. For most of his life, my father, Sripat Rai, had been a Hindi editor and critic. Off and on, he translated writings into English from Hindi. He was fond of saying that a failed writer becomes a critic. The weight of his literary expectation came, eventually, to rest on me. He seemed happy that I was showing an inclination for writing. "She will go far," he told my mother after reading the first story that I sent him from Melbourne. My father's pronouncement on the mother tongue stayed with me when I later started writing fiction in Hindi. Another thing that I barely acknowledged even to myself was that I felt something like shame whenever I thought of writing in English. It seemed wrong for a granddaughter of Premchand even to be thinking so. Our family had a certain linguistic pride. I knew that Premchand was famous, but I had not at that time realised the extent of his popularity The fact that I was the granddaughter of Premchand, followed me everywhere. Everyone had a story to tell about their personal engagement with his fiction -the shopkeeper, the long time cook in my father's Delhi house, a tea vendor, etc. The list was long, for there was practically no one who had not read something by him that had moved them. However, it was this very ubiquity, the reverence and love that he inspired in people, that made of him something too large for me to comprehend in the early years of my life. It led also to the strange feeling that, without having read him and just by being related to him, I had somehow inhaled his writing. The reading happened much later.

Premchand became too large for her to understand mainly because of ________. (A) his ability to connect with people from all walks of life. (B) the fact that she feared him. (C) the kind of love and reverence that he inspired in people. (D) her constant anxiety of failing him.

(A) & (D) only

(A) & (C) only

(B) & (C) only

(C) & (D) only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q592:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Hard

When I was in my late teens and still undecided about which language I should write in, he told me that the language one is born into, one's mother tongue, can be the only possible medium of creative expression. For most of his life, my father, Sripat Rai, had been a Hindi editor and critic. Off and on, he translated writings into English from Hindi. He was fond of saying that a failed writer becomes a critic. The weight of his literary expectation came, eventually, to rest on me. He seemed happy that I was showing an inclination for writing. "She will go far," he told my mother after reading the first story that I sent him from Melbourne. My father's pronouncement on the mother tongue stayed with me when I later started writing fiction in Hindi. Another thing that I barely acknowledged even to myself was that I felt something like shame whenever I thought of writing in English. It seemed wrong for a granddaughter of Premchand even to be thinking so. Our family had a certain linguistic pride. I knew that Premchand was famous, but I had not at that time realised the extent of his popularity The fact that I was the granddaughter of Premchand, followed me everywhere. Everyone had a story to tell about their personal engagement with his fiction -the shopkeeper, the long time cook in my father's Delhi house, a tea vendor, etc. The list was long, for there was practically no one who had not read something by him that had moved them. However, it was this very ubiquity, the reverence and love that he inspired in people, that made of him something too large for me to comprehend in the early years of my life. It led also to the strange feeling that, without having read him and just by being related to him, I had somehow inhaled his writing. The reading happened much later.

‘Inhaled his writing’ refers to:

imbibing his style subconsciously.

being compelled to write like him.

being influenced by what people said about him.

her father’s expectation from her.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q593:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Hard

When I was in my late teens and still undecided about which language I should write in, he told me that the language one is born into, one's mother tongue, can be the only possible medium of creative expression. For most of his life, my father, Sripat Rai, had been a Hindi editor and critic. Off and on, he translated writings into English from Hindi. He was fond of saying that a failed writer becomes a critic. The weight of his literary expectation came, eventually, to rest on me. He seemed happy that I was showing an inclination for writing. "She will go far," he told my mother after reading the first story that I sent him from Melbourne. My father's pronouncement on the mother tongue stayed with me when I later started writing fiction in Hindi. Another thing that I barely acknowledged even to myself was that I felt something like shame whenever I thought of writing in English. It seemed wrong for a granddaughter of Premchand even to be thinking so. Our family had a certain linguistic pride. I knew that Premchand was famous, but I had not at that time realised the extent of his popularity The fact that I was the granddaughter of Premchand, followed me everywhere. Everyone had a story to tell about their personal engagement with his fiction -the shopkeeper, the long time cook in my father's Delhi house, a tea vendor, etc. The list was long, for there was practically no one who had not read something by him that had moved them. However, it was this very ubiquity, the reverence and love that he inspired in people, that made of him something too large for me to comprehend in the early years of my life. It led also to the strange feeling that, without having read him and just by being related to him, I had somehow inhaled his writing. The reading happened much later.

Choose the correct meaning of the word “Ubiquity” as it appears in the passage:

Occasional

Restricted

Omnipresence

Unwanted

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q594:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Free will is the ability to decide and act free from any influence of past events or environment. It implies complete freedom to make any choice absolutely. We clearly don't have free will. Our decisions and actions are never divorced from our past. We have a conditioned mind. Our memories, past impressions and experiences bias and shape our thoughts and actions in the present. It is our karmic imprint. Not just what we are born with, but also what we accumulate while living. We can consider it as the result of our genetic code, upbringing and environment. It's our backstory. The only way to experience free will is to get rid of all such conditioning, to neutralise our karmic imprint; to be independent of our psychological coding. That's possible only if we can purify our mind by letting go of all our ego, attachments and fixed beliefs. Then we can reside in the truth of our being. The above is an exacting definition of free will. What we commonly mean by free will is that we have a choice in most situations like, who you choose to marry, what profession you pursue or how you react to someone's aggression. Sounds reasonable. But here's the catch. Our ability to make that choice too is significantly restricted, dictated by our predispositions. This applies even to our ability to bring about change within ourselves. Despite a strong resolve to be calmer, kinder or less anxious, our ability to manifest that change depends, partly on our emotional and mental wiring. That's why some people succeed in such efforts more than the others. If you wish to expand the scope of your agency explore ways to engage in sustained inner work, deepen your self-awareness, examine and reform your conditioned beliefs. But then, I wonder if your inclination to embark on that journey too depende on your current karmic coding.

The author argues that humans don’t have 'free will' because ________.

our decisions are shaped by past events and environmental influences.

we are born with pre-determined choices that we are forced to make.

we are always dictated by our mind to make irrational choices.

human beings are born slaves of social constructs and expectations.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q595:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Free will is the ability to decide and act free from any influence of past events or environment. It implies complete freedom to make any choice absolutely. We clearly don't have free will. Our decisions and actions are never divorced from our past. We have a conditioned mind. Our memories, past impressions and experiences bias and shape our thoughts and actions in the present. It is our karmic imprint. Not just what we are born with, but also what we accumulate while living. We can consider it as the result of our genetic code, upbringing and environment. It's our backstory. The only way to experience free will is to get rid of all such conditioning, to neutralise our karmic imprint; to be independent of our psychological coding. That's possible only if we can purify our mind by letting go of all our ego, attachments and fixed beliefs. Then we can reside in the truth of our being. The above is an exacting definition of free will. What we commonly mean by free will is that we have a choice in most situations like, who you choose to marry, what profession you pursue or how you react to someone's aggression. Sounds reasonable. But here's the catch. Our ability to make that choice too is significantly restricted, dictated by our predispositions. This applies even to our ability to bring about change within ourselves. Despite a strong resolve to be calmer, kinder or less anxious, our ability to manifest that change depends, partly on our emotional and mental wiring. That's why some people succeed in such efforts more than the others. If you wish to expand the scope of your agency explore ways to engage in sustained inner work, deepen your self-awareness, examine and reform your conditioned beliefs. But then, I wonder if your inclination to embark on that journey too depende on your current karmic coding.

Karmic imprint' referred to in the passage implies ________.

the ability to bring about change in oneself.

our genetic code, upbringing, and environment.

the truth of our being, our individuality.

the wrong doings and vices of our past lives.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q596:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Free will is the ability to decide and act free from any influence of past events or environment. It implies complete freedom to make any choice absolutely. We clearly don't have free will. Our decisions and actions are never divorced from our past. We have a conditioned mind. Our memories, past impressions and experiences bias and shape our thoughts and actions in the present. It is our karmic imprint. Not just what we are born with, but also what we accumulate while living. We can consider it as the result of our genetic code, upbringing and environment. It's our backstory. The only way to experience free will is to get rid of all such conditioning, to neutralise our karmic imprint; to be independent of our psychological coding. That's possible only if we can purify our mind by letting go of all our ego, attachments and fixed beliefs. Then we can reside in the truth of our being. The above is an exacting definition of free will. What we commonly mean by free will is that we have a choice in most situations like, who you choose to marry, what profession you pursue or how you react to someone's aggression. Sounds reasonable. But here's the catch. Our ability to make that choice too is significantly restricted, dictated by our predispositions. This applies even to our ability to bring about change within ourselves. Despite a strong resolve to be calmer, kinder or less anxious, our ability to manifest that change depends, partly on our emotional and mental wiring. That's why some people succeed in such efforts more than the others. If you wish to expand the scope of your agency explore ways to engage in sustained inner work, deepen your self-awareness, examine and reform your conditioned beliefs. But then, I wonder if your inclination to embark on that journey too depende on your current karmic coding.

Free will' can be experienced if ________.

we embrace our past experiences and conditioning.

we make choices without considering the consequences.

we let go of our ego, attachments, and fixed beliefs.

we accumulate more and more karmic imprints.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q597:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Free will is the ability to decide and act free from any influence of past events or environment. It implies complete freedom to make any choice absolutely. We clearly don't have free will. Our decisions and actions are never divorced from our past. We have a conditioned mind. Our memories, past impressions and experiences bias and shape our thoughts and actions in the present. It is our karmic imprint. Not just what we are born with, but also what we accumulate while living. We can consider it as the result of our genetic code, upbringing and environment. It's our backstory. The only way to experience free will is to get rid of all such conditioning, to neutralise our karmic imprint; to be independent of our psychological coding. That's possible only if we can purify our mind by letting go of all our ego, attachments and fixed beliefs. Then we can reside in the truth of our being. The above is an exacting definition of free will. What we commonly mean by free will is that we have a choice in most situations like, who you choose to marry, what profession you pursue or how you react to someone's aggression. Sounds reasonable. But here's the catch. Our ability to make that choice too is significantly restricted, dictated by our predispositions. This applies even to our ability to bring about change within ourselves. Despite a strong resolve to be calmer, kinder or less anxious, our ability to manifest that change depends, partly on our emotional and mental wiring. That's why some people succeed in such efforts more than the others. If you wish to expand the scope of your agency explore ways to engage in sustained inner work, deepen your self-awareness, examine and reform your conditioned beliefs. But then, I wonder if your inclination to embark on that journey too depende on your current karmic coding.

The author proves that the idea of 'free will' is a myth by suggesting that ________.

our ability to make a choice is restricted by our predispositions.

we are unable to bring a change in ourselves.

our choices are solely guided by the current environment.

our choices are completely independent of past events and our genetic code.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q598:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Free will is the ability to decide and act free from any influence of past events or environment. It implies complete freedom to make any choice absolutely. We clearly don't have free will. Our decisions and actions are never divorced from our past. We have a conditioned mind. Our memories, past impressions and experiences bias and shape our thoughts and actions in the present. It is our karmic imprint. Not just what we are born with, but also what we accumulate while living. We can consider it as the result of our genetic code, upbringing and environment. It's our backstory. The only way to experience free will is to get rid of all such conditioning, to neutralise our karmic imprint; to be independent of our psychological coding. That's possible only if we can purify our mind by letting go of all our ego, attachments and fixed beliefs. Then we can reside in the truth of our being. The above is an exacting definition of free will. What we commonly mean by free will is that we have a choice in most situations like, who you choose to marry, what profession you pursue or how you react to someone's aggression. Sounds reasonable. But here's the catch. Our ability to make that choice too is significantly restricted, dictated by our predispositions. This applies even to our ability to bring about change within ourselves. Despite a strong resolve to be calmer, kinder or less anxious, our ability to manifest that change depends, partly on our emotional and mental wiring. That's why some people succeed in such efforts more than the others. If you wish to expand the scope of your agency explore ways to engage in sustained inner work, deepen your self-awareness, examine and reform your conditioned beliefs. But then, I wonder if your inclination to embark on that journey too depende on your current karmic coding.

What does the author propose as a means to expand the scope of one's agency?

Making choices frequently and impulsively.

Engaging in sustained inner work and self-awareness.

Holding on to fixed beliefs and stringent mindsets.

Ignoring one’s past experiences and dispositions.

Correct Answer

Option 2

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Q599:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Free will is the ability to decide and act free from any influence of past events or environment. It implies complete freedom to make any choice absolutely. We clearly don't have free will. Our decisions and actions are never divorced from our past. We have a conditioned mind. Our memories, past impressions and experiences bias and shape our thoughts and actions in the present. It is our karmic imprint. Not just what we are born with, but also what we accumulate while living. We can consider it as the result of our genetic code, upbringing and environment. It's our backstory. The only way to experience free will is to get rid of all such conditioning, to neutralise our karmic imprint; to be independent of our psychological coding. That's possible only if we can purify our mind by letting go of all our ego, attachments and fixed beliefs. Then we can reside in the truth of our being. The above is an exacting definition of free will. What we commonly mean by free will is that we have a choice in most situations like, who you choose to marry, what profession you pursue or how you react to someone's aggression. Sounds reasonable. But here's the catch. Our ability to make that choice too is significantly restricted, dictated by our predispositions. This applies even to our ability to bring about change within ourselves. Despite a strong resolve to be calmer, kinder or less anxious, our ability to manifest that change depends, partly on our emotional and mental wiring. That's why some people succeed in such efforts more than the others. If you wish to expand the scope of your agency explore ways to engage in sustained inner work, deepen your self-awareness, examine and reform your conditioned beliefs. But then, I wonder if your inclination to embark on that journey too depende on your current karmic coding.

What do you think could be a suitable title for this passage?

Definition of 'Free Will'.

Our backstory – key to a successful life.

Do human beings really have 'Free Will'?

Making Choices – Every Man’s Prerogative!

Correct Answer

Option 1,3

Correct Answer

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Q600:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Conceptual

On a chilly winter evening, nothing warms you up better than a cup of hot cocoa. Chocolate was first consumed in liquid form by the Olmec people of northwestern Central America around 1500 BCE. It was even enjoyed by the Aztec Emperor Montezuma, and the Aztec word for it (xocolate, pronounced shoh-kwah-tl) evolved into the English word Chocolate. But the Aztecs didn't serve their cocoa hot. And since sugar had not yet arrived from Europe, back then, the drink was often flavoured with peppers and spices. It may not have been quite as indulgent as today's version, but it was more palatable if you believed, as the Aztecs did, that chocolate was a gift from the Gods and had healing properties. After the Spanish arrived in the Americas in the 1500s, liquid chocolate made its way across the pond, where wealthy Europeans added sugar and drank it warm. In Chocolate: History, Culture and Heritage, author Bertram Gordon says hot chocolate became "the beverage of the aristocracy," as sugar was still a luxury. Soon enough, though, hot choclate caught on with the masses. Chocolate houses - a cross between cafes and casinos - started popping up around 17th-century Europe. In these lively places, hot chocolate was poured from gilded pots into elegant cups (for a posh experience, one can still find it today at the famed Parisian tearoom Angelina's, which is also in New York City). But by the end of the 18th century, chocolate houses had mostly died off, partly because the cost of chocolate was much higher than that of coffee or tea. Taking a tour of international cups of cocoa, Italians serve it like a thick pudding. Colombians serve it with a dollop of soft cheese while Mexicans punch it up with vanilla, chilli powder and cinnamon. And Filipinos serve it with mango chunks.

Cocoa was first introduced by the ________.

American people.

Olmec people.

Aztec people.

Spanish people.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q601:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

On a chilly winter evening, nothing warms you up better than a cup of hot cocoa. Chocolate was first consumed in liquid form by the Olmec people of northwestern Central America around 1500 BCE. It was even enjoyed by the Aztec Emperor Montezuma, and the Aztec word for it (xocolate, pronounced shoh-kwah-tl) evolved into the English word Chocolate. But the Aztecs didn't serve their cocoa hot. And since sugar had not yet arrived from Europe, back then, the drink was often flavoured with peppers and spices. It may not have been quite as indulgent as today's version, but it was more palatable if you believed, as the Aztecs did, that chocolate was a gift from the Gods and had healing properties. After the Spanish arrived in the Americas in the 1500s, liquid chocolate made its way across the pond, where wealthy Europeans added sugar and drank it warm. In Chocolate: History, Culture and Heritage, author Bertram Gordon says hot chocolate became "the beverage of the aristocracy," as sugar was still a luxury. Soon enough, though, hot choclate caught on with the masses. Chocolate houses - a cross between cafes and casinos - started popping up around 17th-century Europe. In these lively places, hot chocolate was poured from gilded pots into elegant cups (for a posh experience, one can still find it today at the famed Parisian tearoom Angelina's, which is also in New York City). But by the end of the 18th century, chocolate houses had mostly died off, partly because the cost of chocolate was much higher than that of coffee or tea. Taking a tour of international cups of cocoa, Italians serve it like a thick pudding. Colombians serve it with a dollop of soft cheese while Mexicans punch it up with vanilla, chilli powder and cinnamon. And Filipinos serve it with mango chunks.

The Aztec people made their cocoa palatable by ________.

serving it cold.

adding sugar to the drink.

spiking it with spices.

drinking it as a medicine.

Correct Answer

Option 3,4

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Q602:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

On a chilly winter evening, nothing warms you up better than a cup of hot cocoa. Chocolate was first consumed in liquid form by the Olmec people of northwestern Central America around 1500 BCE. It was even enjoyed by the Aztec Emperor Montezuma, and the Aztec word for it (xocolate, pronounced shoh-kwah-tl) evolved into the English word Chocolate. But the Aztecs didn't serve their cocoa hot. And since sugar had not yet arrived from Europe, back then, the drink was often flavoured with peppers and spices. It may not have been quite as indulgent as today's version, but it was more palatable if you believed, as the Aztecs did, that chocolate was a gift from the Gods and had healing properties. After the Spanish arrived in the Americas in the 1500s, liquid chocolate made its way across the pond, where wealthy Europeans added sugar and drank it warm. In Chocolate: History, Culture and Heritage, author Bertram Gordon says hot chocolate became "the beverage of the aristocracy," as sugar was still a luxury. Soon enough, though, hot choclate caught on with the masses. Chocolate houses - a cross between cafes and casinos - started popping up around 17th-century Europe. In these lively places, hot chocolate was poured from gilded pots into elegant cups (for a posh experience, one can still find it today at the famed Parisian tearoom Angelina's, which is also in New York City). But by the end of the 18th century, chocolate houses had mostly died off, partly because the cost of chocolate was much higher than that of coffee or tea. Taking a tour of international cups of cocoa, Italians serve it like a thick pudding. Colombians serve it with a dollop of soft cheese while Mexicans punch it up with vanilla, chilli powder and cinnamon. And Filinings serve it with mango chunks.

Why did hot chocolate become 'the beverage of the aristocracy' in Europe?

The essential ingredient was out of reach of the commoners.

The Queen had a marked chocolate maker.

Only wealthy Europeans could buy it.

It was being consumed by the pharma companies.

Correct Answer

Option 1,3

Correct Answer

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Q603:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Conceptual

On a chilly winter evening, nothing warms you up better than a cup of hot cocoa. Chocolate was first consumed in liquid form by the Olmec people of northwestern Central America around 1500 BCE. It was even enjoyed by the Aztec Emperor Montezuma, and the Aztec word for it (xocolate, pronounced shoh-kwah-tl) evolved into the English word Chocolate. But the Aztecs didn't serve their cocoa hot. And since sugar had not yet arrived from Europe, back then, the drink was often flavoured with peppers and spices. It may not have been quite as indulgent as today's version, but it was more palatable if you believed, as the Aztecs did, that chocolate was a gift from the Gods and had healing properties. After the Spanish arrived in the Americas in the 1500s, liquid chocolate made its way across the pond, where wealthy Europeans added sugar and drank it warm. In Chocolate: History, Culture and Heritage, author Bertram Gordon says hot chocolate became "the beverage of the aristocracy," as sugar was still a luxury. Soon enough, though, hot choclate caught on with the masses. Chocolate houses - a cross between cafes and casinos - started popping up around 17th-century Europe. In these lively places, hot chocolate was poured from gilded pots into elegant cups (for a posh experience, one can still find it today at the famed Parisian tearoom Angelina's, which is also in New York City). But by the end of the 18th century, chocolate houses had mostly died off, partly because the cost of chocolate was much higher than that of coffee or tea. Taking a tour of international cups of cocoa, Italians serve it like a thick pudding. Colombians serve it with a dollop of soft cheese while Mexicans punch it up with vanilla, chilli powder and cinnamon. And Filipinos serve it with mango chunks.

The Chocolate Houses didn't survive past the 18th century as ________.

people preferred tea/coffee to hot chocolate.

it catered to the not so elite of the society.

chocolate was costlier than tea or coffee.

the supply of cocoa dwindled over the years.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q604:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Conceptual

On a chilly winter evening, nothing warms you up better than a cup of hot cocoa. Chocolate was first consumed in liquid form by the Olmec people of northwestern Central America around 1500 BCE. It was even enjoyed by the Aztec Emperor Montezuma, and the Aztec word for it (xocolate, pronounced shoh-kwah-tl) evolved into the English word Chocolate. But the Aztecs didn't serve their cocoa hot. And since sugar had not yet arrived from Europe, back then, the drink was often flavoured with peppers and spices. It may not have been quite as indulgent as today's version, but it was more palatable if you believed, as the Aztecs did, that chocolate was a gift from the Gods and had healing properties. After the Spanish arrived in the Americas in the 1500s, liquid chocolate made its way across the pond, where wealthy Europeans added sugar and drank it warm. In Chocolate: History, Culture and Heritage, author Bertram Gordon says hot chocolate became "the beverage of the aristocracy," as sugar was still a luxury. Soon enough, though, hot choclate caught on with the masses. Chocolate houses - a cross between cafes and casinos - started popping up around 17th-century Europe. In these lively places, hot chocolate was poured from gilded pots into elegant cups (for a posh experience, one can still find it today at the famed Parisian tearoom Angelina's, which is also in New York City). But by the end of the 18th century, chocolate houses had mostly died off, partly because the cost of chocolate was much higher than that of coffee or tea. Taking a tour of international cups of cocoa, Italians serve it like a thick pudding. Colombians serve it with a dollop of soft cheese while Mexicans punch it up with vanilla, chilli powder and cinnamon. And Filipinos serve it with mango chunks.

Choose the correct statement from the following:

Italians serve hot chocolate flavored with spices.

Mexicans serve hot chocolate topped with a dollop of cream.

Colombians serve hot chocolate topped with a dollop of cheese.

Filipinos served hot chocolate flavored with peppers.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q605:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

On a chilly winter evening, nothing warms you up better than a cup of hot cocoa. Chocolate was first consumed in liquid form by the Olmec people of northwestern Central America around 1500 BCE. It was even enjoyed by the Aztec Emperor Montezuma, and the Aztec word for it (xocolate, pronounced shoh-kwah-tl) evolved into the English word Chocolate. But the Aztecs didn't serve their cocoa hot. And since sugar had not yet arrived from Europe, back then, the drink was often flavoured with peppers and spices. It may not have been quite as indulgent as today's version, but it was more palatable if you believed, as the Aztecs did, that chocolate was a gift from the Gods and had healing properties. After the Spanish arrived in the Americas in the 1500s, liquid chocolate made its way across the pond, where wealthy Europeans added sugar and drank it warm. In Chocolate: History, Culture and Heritage, author Bertram Gordon says hot chocolate became "the beverage of the aristocracy," as sugar was still a luxury. Soon enough, though, hot choclate caught on with the masses. Chocolate houses - a cross between cafes and casinos - started popping up around 17th-century Europe. In these lively places, hot chocolate was poured from gilded pots into elegant cups (for a posh experience, one can still find it today at the famed Parisian tearoom Angelina's, which is also in New York City). But by the end of the 18th century, chocolate houses had mostly died off, partly because the cost of chocolate was much higher than that of coffee or tea. Taking a tour of international cups of cocoa, Italians serve it like a thick pudding. Colombians serve it with a dollop of soft cheese while Mexicans punch it up with vanilla, chilli powder and cinnamon. And Filipinos serve it with mango chunks.

Choose the correct meaning of the underlined expression in the following sentence: 'Soon enough, though, hot chocolate <u>caught on with the masses</u>.'

was readily available in cafes.

became popular among the commoners.

hot chocolate did not appeal to people.

masses got attracted to the rich experience of drinking hot chocolate.

Correct Answer

Option 2,4

Correct Answer

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Q606:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Coffee's genetic makeup is no trivial concern; 10 million tonnes of coffee were grown and sold in 2022-2023. The coffee that we drink comes from two different species; Coffee Canephora which is also known as Robusta and Coffee Arabica known as Arabica. In many cases beans from two species are blended to make a brew. But the beans of single species are also roasted and sold. Overall, Arabica beans represent around 56% of the coffee beans sold . Most genetic variations in living organisms comes from hybridisation with other species. Howewer, this is a relatively rare event from Coffee Arabica because it has more than two copies of each chromosome - a phenomenon called polyploidy. Coffee Canephora has two copies of each chromosome but Coffee Arabica contains multiple copies. This makes it much more difficult for Coffee Arabica to interbreed with other species. As a result Coffee Arabica's main source of single nucleotide is mutation, which occurs at a steady rate over time. Howewer, the species is also relatively young, formed as a hybrid of Robusta and Coffee Eugeniodes - another coffee species which is not widely cultivated - within the past 50,000 years. From that single plant , which has basically no variation, you create the whole species , and then the variation is only the novel mutations that have occurred since that event. Despite this there is substantial variation in physical characteristics of the Arabica Plant,including avrious flavour profiles in the beans and variations in disease resistance , says emeritus geneticist Juan Medrano at the UC Davis Coffee Centre at the University of California, Davis. "We are always talking about the low variability at the DNA level , but there is great variability at the structural level , at the chromosomal level , at the level of deletions ... insertions, " Medrano says.

Which of the following varieties of coffee is the most sold in the world?

Coffea Canephora

Coffea Arabica

Coffea Eugenioides

A blend of Coffea Canephora and Coffea Arabica

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q607:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Coffee's genetic makeup is no trivial concern; 10 million tonnes of coffee were grown and sold in 2022-2023. The coffee that we drink comes from two different species; Coffee Canephora which is also known as Robusta and Coffee Arabica known as Arabica. In many cases beans from two species are blended to make a brew. But the beans of single species are also roasted and sold. Overall, Arabica beans represent around 56% of the coffee beans sold . Most genetic variations in living organisms comes from hybridisation with other species. Howewer, this is a relatively rare event from Coffee Arabica because it has more than two copies of each chromosome - a phenomenon called polyploidy. Coffee Canephora has two copies of each chromosome but Coffee Arabica contains multiple copies. This makes it much more difficult for Coffee Arabica to interbreed with other species. As a result Coffee Arabica's main source of single nucleotide is mutation, which occurs at a steady rate over time. Howewer, the species is also relatively young, formed as a hybrid of Robusta and Coffee Eugeniodes - another coffee species which is not widely cultivated - within the past 50,000 years. From that single plant , which has basically no variation, you create the whole species , and then the variation is only the novel mutations that have occurred since that event. Despite this there is substantial variation in physical characteristics of the Arabica Plant,including avrious flavour profiles in the beans and variations in disease resistance , says emeritus geneticist Juan Medrano at the UC Davis Coffee Centre at the University of California, Davis. "We are always talking about the low variability at the DNA level , but there is great variability at the structural level , at the chromosomal level , at the level of deletions ... insertions, " Medrano says.

Which of the following species of coffee has more than two copies of each chromosome?

Arabica

Robusta

Coffea Eugenioides

A blend of Arabica and Robusta

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q608:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Coffee's genetic makeup is no trivial concern; 10 million tonnes of coffee were grown and sold in 2022-2023. The coffee that we drink comes from two different species; Coffee Canephora which is also known as Robusta and Coffee Arabica known as Arabica. In many cases beans from two species are blended to make a brew. But the beans of single species are also roasted and sold. Overall, Arabica beans represent around 56% of the coffee beans sold . Most genetic variations in living organisms comes from hybridisation with other species. Howewer, this is a relatively rare event from Coffee Arabica because it has more than two copies of each chromosome - a phenomenon called polyploidy. Coffee Canephora has two copies of each chromosome but Coffee Arabica contains multiple copies. This makes it much more difficult for Coffee Arabica to interbreed with other species. As a result Coffee Arabica's main source of single nucleotide is mutation, which occurs at a steady rate over time. Howewer, the species is also relatively young, formed as a hybrid of Robusta and Coffee Eugeniodes - another coffee species which is not widely cultivated - within the past 50,000 years. From that single plant , which has basically no variation, you create the whole species , and then the variation is only the novel mutations that have occurred since that event. Despite this there is substantial variation in physical characteristics of the Arabica Plant,including avrious flavour profiles in the beans and variations in disease resistance , says emeritus geneticist Juan Medrano at the UC Davis Coffee Centre at the University of California, Davis. "We are always talking about the low variability at the DNA level , but there is great variability at the structural level , at the chromosomal level , at the level of deletions ... insertions, " Medrano says.

Which of the following statements is true about Coffea Arabica?

Hybridization is the main source of its genetic variation.

It has only two copies of each chromosome.

It displays the phenomenon of polyploidy.

It is easily interbred with other species.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q609:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Coffee's genetic makeup is no trivial concern; 10 million tonnes of coffee were grown and sold in 2022-2023. The coffee that we drink comes from two different species; Coffee Canephora which is also known as Robusta and Coffee Arabica known as Arabica. In many cases beans from two species are blended to make a brew. But the beans of single species are also roasted and sold. Overall, Arabica beans represent around 56% of the coffee beans sold . Most genetic variations in living organisms comes from hybridisation with other species. Howewer, this is a relatively rare event from Coffee Arabica because it has more than two copies of each chromosome - a phenomenon called polyploidy. Coffee Canephora has two copies of each chromosome but Coffee Arabica contains multiple copies. This makes it much more difficult for Coffee Arabica to interbreed with other species. As a result Coffee Arabica's main source of single nucleotide is mutation, which occurs at a steady rate over time. Howewer, the species is also relatively young, formed as a hybrid of Robusta and Coffee Eugeniodes - another coffee species which is not widely cultivated - within the past 50,000 years. From that single plant , which has basically no variation, you create the whole species , and then the variation is only the novel mutations that have occurred since that event. Despite this there is substantial variation in physical characteristics of the Arabica Plant,including avrious flavour profiles in the beans and variations in disease resistance , says emeritus geneticist Juan Medrano at the UC Davis Coffee Centre at the University of California, Davis. "We are always talking about the low variability at the DNA level , but there is great variability at the structural level , at the chromosomal level , at the level of deletions ... insertions, " Medrano says.

Which of the following species of coffee developed only in the last 50,000 years?

Coffea Canephora

Coffea Eugenioides

Arabica

Robusta

Correct Answer

Option Drop

Correct Answer

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Q610:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Coffee's genetic makeup is no trivial concern; 10 million tonnes of coffee were grown and sold in 2022-2023. The coffee that we drink comes from two different species; Coffee Canephora which is also known as Robusta and Coffee Arabica known as Arabica. In many cases beans from two species are blended to make a brew. But the beans of single species are also roasted and sold. Overall, Arabica beans represent around 56% of the coffee beans sold . Most genetic variations in living organisms comes from hybridisation with other species. Howewer, this is a relatively rare event from Coffee Arabica because it has more than two copies of each chromosome - a phenomenon called polyploidy. Coffee Canephora has two copies of each chromosome but Coffee Arabica contains multiple copies. This makes it much more difficult for Coffee Arabica to interbreed with other species. As a result Coffee Arabica's main source of single nucleotide is mutation, which occurs at a steady rate over time. Howewer, the species is also relatively young, formed as a hybrid of Robusta and Coffee Eugeniodes - another coffee species which is not widely cultivated - within the past 50,000 years. From that single plant , which has basically no variation, you create the whole species , and then the variation is only the novel mutations that have occurred since that event. Despite this there is substantial variation in physical characteristics of the Arabica Plant,including avrious flavour profiles in the beans and variations in disease resistance , says emeritus geneticist Juan Medrano at the UC Davis Coffee Centre at the University of California, Davis. "We are always talking about the low variability at the DNA level , but there is great variability at the structural level , at the chromosomal level , at the level of deletions ... insertions, " Medrano says.

Which of the following types of variability is not very high for Coffea Arabica?

Variability at the structural level.

Variability at the chromosomal level.

Variability at the level of deletions and insertions.

Variability at the DNA level.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q611:

CUET English 2024 Slot 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Coffee's genetic makeup is no trivial concern; 10 million tonnes of coffee were grown and sold in 2022-2023. The coffee that we drink comes from two different species; Coffee Canephora which is also known as Robusta and Coffee Arabica known as Arabica. In many cases beans from two species are blended to make a brew. But the beans of single species are also roasted and sold. Overall, Arabica beans represent around 56% of the coffee beans sold . Most genetic variations in living organisms comes from hybridisation with other species. Howewer, this is a relatively rare event from Coffee Arabica because it has more than two copies of each chromosome - a phenomenon called polyploidy. Coffee Canephora has two copies of each chromosome but Coffee Arabica contains multiple copies. This makes it much more difficult for Coffee Arabica to interbreed with other species. As a result Coffee Arabica's main source of single nucleotide is mutation, which occurs at a steady rate over time. Howewer, the species is also relatively young, formed as a hybrid of Robusta and Coffee Eugeniodes - another coffee species which is not widely cultivated - within the past 50,000 years. From that single plant , which has basically no variation, you create the whole species , and then the variation is only the novel mutations that have occurred since that event. Despite this there is substantial variation in physical characteristics of the Arabica Plant,including avrious flavour profiles in the beans and variations in disease resistance , says emeritus geneticist Juan Medrano at the UC Davis Coffee Centre at the University of California, Davis. "We are always talking about the low variability at the DNA level , but there is great variability at the structural level , at the chromosomal level , at the level of deletions ... insertions, " Medrano says.

Choose the statement that is factually incorrect from the options given below.

It is possible to roast the beans of a single species of coffee.

Two species of coffee can be blended to make a brew.

Due to its genetic make-up, novel mutations do not occur in the species Coffea Arabica.

Variations in disease resistance can be seen in the Arabica coffee plant.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q612:

2 July Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

No species lasts forever. Our species has been in existence for at least 200,000 years and is not old in evolutionary terms. Consequently, we should persists for hundreds of thousands of years yet there are no indications that Homo sapiens is in decline. However, whether we have the capacity for total destruction-though nuclear annihilation or such-remains debated. Some experts argue that humans are so numerous, widespread and suited to survive catastrophe that no event would result in extinction. A collapse of global ecosystems resulting from climate change and overpopulation has also been predicted as a cause for our extinction but, again, it is difficult to accept that such events could cause human die-off everywhere. Ultimately, it is impossible to predict what might happen in coming centuries. But, more so than any other species, humanity is able to control its evolution via the use of technology, genetic modification and the control of resources these factors make it likely that we will persist for longer than has been typical for mammal species before us.

Which of the following sentences are factually incorrect as per the passage? A. Our species is 200,000 years old B. Our species is not old in evolutionary terms C. Our species is in decline D. Our species can become extinct due to overpopulation E. Our species is unable to control its evolution Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

A, B and C only

B and D only

A, D and E only

C and E only

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q613:

2 July Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

No species lasts forever. Our species has been in existence for at least 200,000 years and is not old in evolutionary terms. Consequently, we should persists for hundreds of thousands of years yet there are no indications that Homo sapiens is in decline. However, whether we have the capacity for total destruction-though nuclear annihilation or such-remains debated. Some experts argue that humans are so numerous, widespread and suited to survive catastrophe that no event would result in extinction. A collapse of global ecosystems resulting from climate change and overpopulation has also been predicted as a cause for our extinction but, again, it is difficult to accept that such events could cause human die-off everywhere. Ultimately, it is impossible to predict what might happen in coming centuries. But, more so than any other species, humanity is able to control its evolution via the use of technology, genetic modification and the control of resources these factors make it likely that we will persist for longer than has been typical for mammal species before us.

Why would global ecosystems collapse?

Use of technology and genetic modification

Nuclear Annihilation

Climate change and overpopulation

Because of human die-off everywhere

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q614:

2 July Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

No species lasts forever. Our species has been in existence for at least 200,000 years and is not old in evolutionary terms. Consequently, we should persists for hundreds of thousands of years yet there are no indications that Homo sapiens is in decline. However, whether we have the capacity for total destruction-though nuclear annihilation or such-remains debated. Some experts argue that humans are so numerous, widespread and suited to survive catastrophe that no event would result in extinction. A collapse of global ecosystems resulting from climate change and overpopulation has also been predicted as a cause for our extinction but, again, it is difficult to accept that such events could cause human die-off everywhere. Ultimately, it is impossible to predict what might happen in coming centuries. But, more so than any other species, humanity is able to control its evolution via the use of technology, genetic modification and the control of resources these factors make it likely that we will persist for longer than has been typical for mammal species before us.

Which of the following factors help humanity control its evolution, as per the passage? A. Predicting what might happen in the future B. Use of technology C. Persisting for longer than most mammal species D. Control of resources E. Genetic modification Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

B, D, E only

A, B, C only

A, C, E only

D and E only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q615:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

The ridge at this point about fifty yards wide, and as the hut was on the south edge of the ridge, and the village on the north face of the hill, the latter was not visible from the former. I had been sitting on the rock for ten minutes when a head appeared over the crest from the direction of the village, followed by a second and a third. My friend the water-carrier had not been slow in informing the village of my arrival. When strangers meet in India and wish to glean information from each other on any particular subject, it is customary to refrain from broaching the subject that has brought them together - whether accidentally or of set purpose - until the very last moment and to fill up the interval by finding out everything concerning each other's domestic and private affairs; as, for instance, whether married and if so the number and sex of children and their ages; if not married, why not; occupation and amount of pay, and so on. Questions that would in any other part of the world earn one a thick ear, are in India - and especially in our hills - asked so artlessly and universally that no one who has lived among the people, dreams of taking offence at them.

Where was the narrator sitting when he saw someone coming?

the rock

the crest

the ridge

the hill

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q616:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The ridge at this point about fifty yards wide, and as the hut was on the south edge of the ridge, and the village on the north face of the hill, the latter was not visible from the former. I had been sitting on the rock for ten minutes when a head appeared over the crest from the direction of the village, followed by a second and a third. My friend the water-carrier had not been slow in informing the village of my arrival. When strangers meet in India and wish to glean information from each other on any particular subject, it is customary to refrain from broaching the subject that has brought them together - whether accidentally or of set purpose - until the very last moment and to fill up the interval by finding out everything concerning each other's domestic and private affairs; as, for instance, whether married and if so the number and sex of children and their ages; if not married, why not; occupation and amount of pay, and so on. Questions that would in any other part of the world earn one a thick ear, are in India - and especially in our hills - asked so artlessly and universally that no one who has lived among the people, dreams of taking offence at them.

In the context of the passage what does it mean to 'earn a thick ear'?

act against your interest

catch a disease

make a big mistake

get punished

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q617:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The ridge at this point about fifty yards wide, and as the hut was on the south edge of the ridge, and the village on the north face of the hill, the latter was not visible from the former. I had been sitting on the rock for ten minutes when a head appeared over the crest from the direction of the village, followed by a second and a third. My friend the water-carrier had not been slow in informing the village of my arrival. When strangers meet in India and wish to glean information from each other on any particular subject, it is customary to refrain from broaching the subject that has brought them together - whether accidentally or of set purpose - until the very last moment and to fill up the interval by finding out everything concerning each other's domestic and private affairs; as, for instance, whether married and if so the number and sex of children and their ages; if not married, why not; occupation and amount of pay, and so on. Questions that would in any other part of the world earn one a thick ear, are in India - and especially in our hills - asked so artlessly and universally that no one who has lived among the people, dreams of taking offence at them.

Who were likely to be offended by their artless questions?

Villagers

Water carrier

People from the hills

None of the above

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q618:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The ridge at this point about fifty yards wide, and as the hut was on the south edge of the ridge, and the village on the north face of the hill, the latter was not visible from the former. I had been sitting on the rock for ten minutes when a head appeared over the crest from the direction of the village, followed by a second and a third. My friend the water-carrier had not been slow in informing the village of my arrival. When strangers meet in India and wish to glean information from each other on any particular subject, it is customary to refrain from broaching the subject that has brought them together - whether accidentally or of set purpose - until the very last moment and to fill up the interval by finding out everything concerning each other's domestic and private affairs; as, for instance, whether married and if so the number and sex of children and their ages; if not married, why not; occupation and amount of pay, and so on. Questions that would in any other part of the world earn one a thick ear, are in India - and especially in our hills - asked so artlessly and universally that no one who has lived among the people, dreams of taking offence at them.

Choose the factually correct sentences from the following: (A) The village was visible from the hut. (B) The hut was on the south edge of the ridge (C) The water carrier came from the direction of the village (D) The villagers came with urgent news (E) The villagers asked the narrator many questions Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A), (C), (D) Only

(B) and (E) Only

(A), (B) and (E) Only

(C) and (D) Only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q619:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

In 1984, the French and the British agreed that a link across the English Channel would be mutually beneficial. However, both the Governments realised that although the project would create the much needed jobs, neither country's Government could fund such a massive project. Thus, they decided to hold a contest. This contest invited companies to submit their plan to create a link across the English Channel. As part of the contest's requirements, the submitting company was to provide a plan to raise the needed funds to build the project, have the ability to operate the proposed Channel link once the project was completed, and the proposed link must be able to endure for at least 120 years. Ten proposals were submitted, including various tunnels and bridges. Some of the proposals were so outlandish in design that they were easily dismissed; others would be so expensive that they were unlikely to ever be completed. The successful proposal planned for a tunnel made up of two, parallel railway tunnels that would be dug under the English Channel. Between these two railway tunnels would run a third, smaller tunnel that would be used for maintenance, including drainage pipes, communication cables etc. After the first testrun on 10 December 1993, the Channel Tunnel officially opened on 6 may 1994.

What did the context involving the competing companies require? Choose the incorrect option.

The companies were supposed to provide a plan to raise the needed funds to build the project.

The companies were expected to operate the proposed channel link once the project was completed.

The link across the English Channel was supposed to be outlandish. The companies were asked to keep that in mind.

The link must be able to endure for at least 120 years.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q620:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

In 1984, the French and the British agreed that a link across the English Channel would be mutually beneficial. However, both the Governments realised that although the project would create the much needed jobs, neither country's Government could fund such a massive project. Thus, they decided to hold a contest. This contest invited companies to submit their plan to create a link across the English Channel. As part of the contest's requirements, the submitting company was to provide a plan to raise the needed funds to build the project, have the ability to operate the proposed Channel link once the project was completed, and the proposed link must be able to endure for at least 120 years. Ten proposals were submitted, including various tunnels and bridges. Some of the proposals were so outlandish in design that they were easily dismissed; others would be so expensive that they were unlikely to ever be completed. The successful proposal planned for a tunnel made up of two, parallel railway tunnels that would be dug under the English Channel. Between these two railway tunnels would run a third, smaller tunnel that would be used for maintenance, including drainage pipes, communication cables etc. After the first testrun on 10 December 1993, the Channel Tunnel officially opened on 6 may 1994.

When was the first test run completed through the Channel Tunnel?

6 May, 1994

10 December, 1993

6 August, 1993

11 December, 1994

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q621:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

In 1984, the French and the British agreed that a link across the English Channel would be mutually beneficial. However, both the Governments realised that although the project would create the much needed jobs, neither country's Government could fund such a massive project. Thus, they decided to hold a contest. This contest invited companies to submit their plan to create a link across the English Channel. As part of the contest's requirements, the submitting company was to provide a plan to raise the needed funds to build the project, have the ability to operate the proposed Channel link once the project was completed, and the proposed link must be able to endure for at least 120 years. Ten proposals were submitted, including various tunnels and bridges. Some of the proposals were so outlandish in design that they were easily dismissed; others would be so expensive that they were unlikely to ever be completed. The successful proposal planned for a tunnel made up of two, parallel railway tunnels that would be dug under the English Channel. Between these two railway tunnels would run a third, smaller tunnel that would be used for maintenance, including drainage pipes, communication cables etc. After the first testrun on 10 December 1993, the Channel Tunnel officially opened on 6 may 1994.

Which of the following statement is incorrect with respect to the given passage?

The smaller tunnel was to be used to provide a passage for aquatic animals.

Shuttles would be able to hold cars and trucks.

Some trains would carry passengers only.

Most of the proposal to build the link were rejected.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q622:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

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 is in his old van. Despite not being comfortable or particularly safe, Grandad's van had a character you would not find in 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 the 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 and the crack of metal striking ball was a constant accompaniment. Several hours of picking berries ensured. 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 pallet 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 bin 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 strained dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.

Arrange the sentences in its order of occurrence: (A) Nana warned me not to eat any until they had all been washed but turned a knowing blind eye while I gorged anyway. (B) I always enjoyed a trip as we bounced along to our destination. (C) The road overlooked a small pitch and putt course. (D) Nana would later make apple and blackberry tarts. (E) Grandad's van had a character you would not find in a sleek new car. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q623:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

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 is in his old van. Despite not being comfortable or particularly safe, Grandad's van had a character you would not find in 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 the 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 and the crack of metal striking ball was a constant accompaniment. Several hours of picking berries ensured. 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 pallet 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 bin 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 strained dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.

What would be the apt synonym for 'ambled'?

dispute are bargain persistently

to walk at a more leisurely pace

surround on enclose

express one's opinion in a pompous and dogmatic way

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q624:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

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 is in his old van. Despite not being comfortable or particularly safe, Grandad's van had a character you would not find in 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 the 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 and the crack of metal striking ball was a constant accompaniment. Several hours of picking berries ensured. 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 pallet 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 bin 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 strained dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.

From the following list of events and activities in the passage, choose the incorrect one:

They would pick blackberries for several hours.

The juice from the blackberries would bleed onto the ground.

It was usually late August when the blackberries fully ripened.

Grandma would drive the narrator in her old van.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q625:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

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 is in his old van. Despite not being comfortable or particularly safe, Grandad's van had a character you would not find in 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 the 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 and the crack of metal striking ball was a constant accompaniment. Several hours of picking berries ensured. 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 pallet 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 bin 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 strained dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.

What would happen to the narrator's hands at the end of the day?

It would amble sedately.

It was swollen and stained purplish red.

It stung from constant thorn pricks.

It was broken as he fell from a blueberry tree.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q626:

23 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

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 is in his old van. Despite not being comfortable or particularly safe, Grandad's van had a character you would not find in 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 the 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 and the crack of metal striking ball was a constant accompaniment. Several hours of picking berries ensured. 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 pallet 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 bin 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 strained dark purple. I always enjoyed those days.

How would you describe the given passage?

The narrator is nostalgic and missed his deceased grandparents.

The narrator has fond memories of picking blueberries with his grandparents.

The narrator hurt his hand and was fatally injured during his trip with his grandparents.

The narrator reveals details about his grandparents blueberries jam business.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q627:

23 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

Digital technologies have profoundly changed childhood and adolescence. The internet and the means to access it, such as tablets and smartphones, along with social media platforms and messaging apps, have become integral to the lives of youth around the world. They have transformed their education and learning the way make and maintain friendship, how they spend their leisure time, and their engagement with wider society. UNICEF's State of the world's Children 2017 : Children in a Digital World report reveals that one in three internet users is younger 18 years and 71% of 15-24-year-olds are online, making them the most connected age group worldwide. However, the so-called digital divide is substantial: 346 million youth are not online, with African adolescents the most affected (60% are not connected compared with 4% in Europe). Young people who lack digital skills, live in remote regions, or speak a minority language are also being left behind in harnessing the opportunities. Some children have never been online or have little access and are missing out on the benefits of connectivity. Digital advances have their flip side too. Bullying is no longer left at the school gates; cyberbullying is a new method for bullies to hurt and humilite their victims with the click of a button. Words and images posted online that are designed to cause harm are also difficult to delete, increasing the risk of re-victimisation. Concerns have also been raised about the time children spend using digital technology and its effect on their physical activity and mental health. Evidence suggests moderate use of digital technology can be beneficial to children's mental wellbeing, whereas excessive use can be detrimental. Children's social relationships seem to be enhanced by digital technology, especially since most of their social circle is now online. Evidence on physical activity is mixed. And better research is needed in this area. Despite these issues, the popularity and use of digital technologies will continue to grow. However, an intergenerational gap exists in digital knowledge and literacy. Teachers and parents need training to teach digital skills and online safety to children. They are also crucial to helping young people assess reliable news and information sources and navigate the pressures social media, as highlighted in a report released on Jan 4 by England's Children's Commissioner. Schools are also an important forum for discussing cyberbullying, anti-bullying programmes need to include online harassment. Children and adolescents must be the priority of national and global digital policies, not only to protect them from online harm but also to allow technology to help them fulfil their full potential.

How has the Digital technologies affected the lives of youth around the world ?

It has made education and learning more accessible.

It has not changed the way they make and maintain friendships.

It has eradicated Bullying

It has increased the time youth spend outdoors

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q628:

23 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

Digital technologies have profoundly changed childhood and adolescence. The internet and the means to access it, such as tablets and smartphones, along with social media platforms and messaging apps, have become integral to the lives of youth around the world. They have transformed their education and learning the way make and maintain friendship, how they spend their leisure time, and their engagement with wider society. UNICEF's State of the world's Children 2017 : Children in a Digital World report reveals that one in three internet users is younger 18 years and 71% of 15-24-year-olds are online, making them the most connected age group worldwide. However, the so-called digital divide is substantial: 346 million youth are not online, with African adolescents the most affected (60% are not connected compared with 4% in Europe). Young people who lack digital skills, live in remote regions, or speak a minority language are also being left behind in harnessing the opportunities. Some children have never been online or have little access and are missing out on the benefits of connectivity. Digital advances have their flip side too. Bullying is no longer left at the school gates; cyberbullying is a new method for bullies to hurt and humilite their victims with the click of a button. Words and images posted online that are designed to cause harm are also difficult to delete, increasing the risk of re-victimisation. Concerns have also been raised about the time children spend using digital technology and its effect on their physical activity and mental health. Evidence suggests moderate use of digital technology can be beneficial to children's mental wellbeing, whereas excessive use can be detrimental. Children's social relationships seem to be enhanced by digital technology, especially since most of their social circle is now online. Evidence on physical activity is mixed. And better research is needed in this area. Despite these issues, the popularity and use of digital technologies will continue to grow. However, an intergenerational gap exists in digital knowledge and literacy. Teachers and parents need training to teach digital skills and online safety to children. They are also crucial to helping young people assess reliable news and information sources and navigate the pressures social media, as highlighted in a report released on Jan 4 by England's Children's Commissioner. Schools are also an important forum for discussing cyberbullying, anti-bullying programmes need to include online harassment. Children and adolescents must be the priority of national and global digital policies, not only to protect them from online harm but also to allow technology to help them fulfil their full potential.

Using the internet to hurt and humiliate susceptible people is called ?

re-victimization

cyberspace

anti-bullying

cyberbullying

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q629:

23 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

Digital technologies have profoundly changed childhood and adolescence. The internet and the means to access it, such as tablets and smartphones, along with social media platforms and messaging apps, have become integral to the lives of youth around the world. They have transformed their education and learning the way make and maintain friendship, how they spend their leisure time, and their engagement with wider society. UNICEF's State of the world's Children 2017 : Children in a Digital World report reveals that one in three internet users is younger 18 years and 71% of 15-24-year-olds are online, making them the most connected age group worldwide. However, the so-called digital divide is substantial: 346 million youth are not online, with African adolescents the most affected (60% are not connected compared with 4% in Europe). Young people who lack digital skills, live in remote regions, or speak a minority language are also being left behind in harnessing the opportunities. Some children have never been online or have little access and are missing out on the benefits of connectivity. Digital advances have their flip side too. Bullying is no longer left at the school gates; cyberbullying is a new method for bullies to hurt and humilite their victims with the click of a button. Words and images posted online that are designed to cause harm are also difficult to delete, increasing the risk of re-victimisation. Concerns have also been raised about the time children spend using digital technology and its effect on their physical activity and mental health. Evidence suggests moderate use of digital technology can be beneficial to children's mental wellbeing, whereas excessive use can be detrimental. Children's social relationships seem to be enhanced by digital technology, especially since most of their social circle is now online. Evidence on physical activity is mixed. And better research is needed in this area. Despite these issues, the popularity and use of digital technologies will continue to grow. However, an intergenerational gap exists in digital knowledge and literacy. Teachers and parents need training to teach digital skills and online safety to children. They are also crucial to helping young people assess reliable news and information sources and navigate the pressures social media, as highlighted in a report released on Jan 4 by England's Children's Commissioner. Schools are also an important forum for discussing cyberbullying, anti-bullying programmes need to include online harassment. Children and adolescents must be the priority of national and global digital policies, not only to protect them from online harm but also to allow technology to help them fulfil their full potential.

Select the correct option from the following list : (A) 346 million youth are online (B) young people who lack digital skills, mostly line in remote regions. (C) one in three internet users is younger than 18 years. (D) 60% adolescents in Africa and 4% in Europe are not connected to the Internet. (E) 75% of 15-24 year olds are online. Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A), (C) and (D) only

(A) and (E) only

(B) only

(E) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q630:

23 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

Digital technologies have profoundly changed childhood and adolescence. The internet and the means to access it, such as tablets and smartphones, along with social media platforms and messaging apps, have become integral to the lives of youth around the world. They have transformed their education and learning the way make and maintain friendship, how they spend their leisure time, and their engagement with wider society. UNICEF's State of the world's Children 2017 : Children in a Digital World report reveals that one in three internet users is younger 18 years and 71% of 15-24-year-olds are online, making them the most connected age group worldwide. However, the so-called digital divide is substantial: 346 million youth are not online, with African adolescents the most affected (60% are not connected compared with 4% in Europe). Young people who lack digital skills, live in remote regions, or speak a minority language are also being left behind in harnessing the opportunities. Some children have never been online or have little access and are missing out on the benefits of connectivity. Digital advances have their flip side too. Bullying is no longer left at the school gates; cyberbullying is a new method for bullies to hurt and humilite their victims with the click of a button. Words and images posted online that are designed to cause harm are also difficult to delete, increasing the risk of re-victimisation. Concerns have also been raised about the time children spend using digital technology and its effect on their physical activity and mental health. Evidence suggests moderate use of digital technology can be beneficial to children's mental wellbeing, whereas excessive use can be detrimental. Children's social relationships seem to be enhanced by digital technology, especially since most of their social circle is now online. Evidence on physical activity is mixed. And better research is needed in this area. Despite these issues, the popularity and use of digital technologies will continue to grow. However, an intergenerational gap exists in digital knowledge and literacy. Teachers and parents need training to teach digital skills and online safety to children. They are also crucial to helping young people assess reliable news and information sources and navigate the pressures social media, as highlighted in a report released on Jan 4 by England's Children's Commissioner. Schools are also an important forum for discussing cyberbullying, anti-bullying programmes need to include online harassment. Children and adolescents must be the priority of national and global digital policies, not only to protect them from online harm but also to allow technology to help them fulfil their full potential.

Which of the following statements is correct ?

An intergenerational gap doesn't emist in digital knowledge and literacy

Moderate use of digital technology can be beneficial to children's mental well being

Excessive use of digital technology can be beneficial to children's mental well being

The popularity of digital technologies is on the decline

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q631:

23 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Hard

Digital technologies have profoundly changed childhood and adolescence. The internet and the means to access it, such as tablets and smartphones, along with social media platforms and messaging apps, have become integral to the lives of youth around the world. They have transformed their education and learning the way make and maintain friendship, how they spend their leisure time, and their engagement with wider society. UNICEF's State of the world's Children 2017 : Children in a Digital World report reveals that one in three internet users is younger 18 years and 71% of 15-24-year-olds are online, making them the most connected age group worldwide. However, the so-called digital divide is substantial: 346 million youth are not online, with African adolescents the most affected (60% are not connected compared with 4% in Europe). Young people who lack digital skills, live in remote regions, or speak a minority language are also being left behind in harnessing the opportunities. Some children have never been online or have little access and are missing out on the benefits of connectivity. Digital advances have their flip side too. Bullying is no longer left at the school gates; cyberbullying is a new method for bullies to hurt and humilite their victims with the click of a button. Words and images posted online that are designed to cause harm are also difficult to delete, increasing the risk of re-victimisation. Concerns have also been raised about the time children spend using digital technology and its effect on their physical activity and mental health. Evidence suggests moderate use of digital technology can be beneficial to children's mental wellbeing, whereas excessive use can be detrimental. Children's social relationships seem to be enhanced by digital technology, especially since most of their social circle is now online. Evidence on physical activity is mixed. And better research is needed in this area. Despite these issues, the popularity and use of digital technologies will continue to grow. However, an intergenerational gap exists in digital knowledge and literacy. Teachers and parents need training to teach digital skills and online safety to children. They are also crucial to helping young people assess reliable news and information sources and navigate the pressures social media, as highlighted in a report released on Jan 4 by England's Children's Commissioner. Schools are also an important forum for discussing cyberbullying, anti-bullying programmes need to include online harassment. Children and adolescents must be the priority of national and global digital policies, not only to protect them from online harm but also to allow technology to help them fulfil their full potential.

What is the antonym of 'DETRIMENTAL' ?

transformation

pressure

useful

crucial

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q632:

23 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

It was raining when Rahel came back to Ayemenem. Slanting silver ropes slammed into loose earth, plowing it up like gunfire. The old house on the hill wore its steep, gabled roof pulled over its ears like a low hat. The walls, streaked with moss, had grown soft, and bulged a little with dampness that seeped up from the ground. The wild, overgrown garden was full of the whisper and scurry of small lives. In the undergrowth a rat snake rubbed itself against a glistening stone. Hopeful yellow bullfrogs cruised the scummy pond for mates. A drenched mongoose flashed across the leaf-strewn driveway. The house itself looked empty. The doors and window were locked. The front verendah bare unfurnished. But the skyblue Plymouth with chrome tailfins was still parked outside, and inside, Baby Kochamma was still alive. She was Rahel's baby grandaunt, her grandfather's younger sister. Her name was really Navomi, Navomi Ipe, but every body called her Baby. She became Baby Kochamma when she was old enough to be an aunt. Rahel hadn't come to see her, though. Neither niece nor baby grandaunt labored under any illusions on that account. Rahel had come to see her brother, Estha. They were two-egg twins. "Dizygotic" doctors called them. Born from separate but simultaneously fertilized eggs. Estha-- Esthappen-- was the older by eighteen minutes. They never did look much like each other, Estha and Rahel, and even when they were thin-armed children, flat-chasted, wormridden and Elvis presley-puffed, there was none of the usual " Who is who ?" and "Which is which?" from oversmilling relatives or the Syrian Orthodox bishops who frequently visited the Ayemenem House for donations. The confusion lay in a deeper, more secret place.

Why had Rahel come to see ?

Bishops

Her sister

Baby Kochamma

Estha

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q633:

23 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

It was raining when Rahel came back to Ayemenem. Slanting silver ropes slammed into loose earth, plowing it up like gunfire. The old house on the hill wore its steep, gabled roof pulled over its ears like a low hat. The walls, streaked with moss, had grown soft, and bulged a little with dampness that seeped up from the ground. The wild, overgrown garden was full of the whisper and scurry of small lives. In the undergrowth a rat snake rubbed itself against a glistening stone. Hopeful yellow bullfrogs cruised the scummy pond for mates. A drenched mongoose flashed across the leaf-strewn driveway. The house itself looked empty. The doors and window were locked. The front verendah bare unfurnished. But the skyblue Plymouth with chrome tailfins was still parked outside, and inside, Baby Kochamma was still alive. She was Rahel's baby grandaunt, her grandfather's younger sister. Her name was really Navomi, Navomi Ipe, but every body called her Baby. She became Baby Kochamma when she was old enough to be an aunt. Rahel hadn't come to see her, though. Neither niece nor baby grandaunt labored under any illusions on that account. Rahel had come to see her brother, Estha. They were two-egg twins. "Dizygotic" doctors called them. Born from separate but simultaneously fertilized eggs. Estha-- Esthappen-- was the older by eighteen minutes. They never did look much like each other, Estha and Rahel, and even when they were thin-armed children, flat-chasted, wormridden and Elvis presley-puffed, there was none of the usual " Who is who ?" and "Which is which?" from oversmilling relatives or the Syrian Orthodox bishops who frequently visited the Ayemenem House for donations. The confusion lay in a deeper, more secret place.

How are Estha and Rahel related ? (A) They are unidentical twins (B) They are dizygotic twins (C) They are identical twins (D) They are two egg twins (E) They are twin sisters Choose the correct answer :

(A), (B) and (D) only

(B) only

(C) and (E) only

(C) and (D) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q634:

23 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

It was raining when Rahel came back to Ayemenem. Slanting silver ropes slammed into loose earth, plowing it up like gunfire. The old house on the hill wore its steep, gabled roof pulled over its ears like a low hat. The walls, streaked with moss, had grown soft, and bulged a little with dampness that seeped up from the ground. The wild, overgrown garden was full of the whisper and scurry of small lives. In the undergrowth a rat snake rubbed itself against a glistening stone. Hopeful yellow bullfrogs cruised the scummy pond for mates. A drenched mongoose flashed across the leaf-strewn driveway. The house itself looked empty. The doors and window were locked. The front verendah bare unfurnished. But the skyblue Plymouth with chrome tailfins was still parked outside, and inside, Baby Kochamma was still alive. She was Rahel's baby grandaunt, her grandfather's younger sister. Her name was really Navomi, Navomi Ipe, but every body called her Baby. She became Baby Kochamma when she was old enough to be an aunt. Rahel hadn't come to see her, though. Neither niece nor baby grandaunt labored under any illusions on that account. Rahel had come to see her brother, Estha. They were two-egg twins. "Dizygotic" doctors called them. Born from separate but simultaneously fertilized eggs. Estha-- Esthappen-- was the older by eighteen minutes. They never did look much like each other, Estha and Rahel, and even when they were thin-armed children, flat-chasted, wormridden and Elvis presley-puffed, there was none of the usual " Who is who ?" and "Which is which?" from oversmilling relatives or the Syrian Orthodox bishops who frequently visited the Ayemenem House for donations. The confusion lay in a deeper, more secret place.

Name the place referred to in the passage ?

Kochamma

Navemi

Ayemenem

Estha

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q635:

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

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Q636:

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

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Q637:

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

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Q638:

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

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Q639:

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

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Q640:

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

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Q641:

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

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Q642:

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

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Q643:

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

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Q644:

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

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Q645:

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

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Q646:

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

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Q647:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

I know I'm not an ordinary ten-year-old kid. I mean sure, I do ordinary things. I eat ice cream. I ride my bike. I play ball. I have an Xbox. Stuff like that makes me ordinary. I guess. And I feel ordinary. Inside But I know ordinary kids don't make other ordinary kids run away screaming in playgrounds. I know ordinary kids don't get stared at wherever they go. If I found a magic lamp and I could have one wish, I would wish that I had a normal face that no one ever noticed at all. I would wish that I could walk down the street without people seeing me and then doing that look-away thing. Here's what I think: the only reason I'm not ordinary is that no one else sees me that way. But I'm kind of used to how I look by now. I know how to pretend. I don't see the faces people make. We've all gotten pretty good at that sort of thing: me, Mom, Dad Via. Actually, I take that back: Via's not so good at it. She can get really annoyed when people do something rude. Like, for instance, one time in the playground some older kids made some noises. I don't even know what the noises were exactly because I didn't hear them myself, but Via heard and she just started yelling at the kids. That's the way she is. I'm not that way.

What makes the 10-year-old narrator ordinary? (A) He rides his bike (B) He plays ball (C) He makes children run away (D) He gets stared at Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) only

(C) only

(A) and (B)

(C) and (D)

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q648:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

I know I'm not an ordinary ten-year-old kid. I mean sure, I do ordinary things. I eat ice cream. I ride my bike. I play ball. I have an Xbox. Stuff like that makes me ordinary. I guess. And I feel ordinary. Inside But I know ordinary kids don't make other ordinary kids run away screaming in playgrounds. I know ordinary kids don't get stared at wherever they go. If I found a magic lamp and I could have one wish, I would wish that I had a normal face that no one ever noticed at all. I would wish that I could walk down the street without people seeing me and then doing that look-away thing. Here's what I think: the only reason I'm not ordinary is that no one else sees me that way. But I'm kind of used to how I look by now. I know how to pretend. I don't see the faces people make. We've all gotten pretty good at that sort of thing: me, Mom, Dad Via. Actually, I take that back: Via's not so good at it. She can get really annoyed when people do something rude. Like, for instance, one time in the playground some older kids made some noises. I don't even know what the noises were exactly because I didn't hear them myself, but Via heard and she just started yelling at the kids. That's the way she is. I'm not that way.

Why do you think the narrator is unlike any other ordinary kid?

Because he has a protective sister

Because he has an Xbox

He feels ordinary inside

Because he has a facial deformity

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q649:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

I know I'm not an ordinary ten-year-old kid. I mean sure, I do ordinary things. I eat ice cream. I ride my bike. I play ball. I have an Xbox. Stuff like that makes me ordinary. I guess. And I feel ordinary. Inside But I know ordinary kids don't make other ordinary kids run away screaming in playgrounds. I know ordinary kids don't get stared at wherever they go. If I found a magic lamp and I could have one wish, I would wish that I had a normal face that no one ever noticed at all. I would wish that I could walk down the street without people seeing me and then doing that look-away thing. Here's what I think: the only reason I'm not ordinary is that no one else sees me that way. But I'm kind of used to how I look by now. I know how to pretend. I don't see the faces people make. We've all gotten pretty good at that sort of thing: me, Mom, Dad Via. Actually, I take that back: Via's not so good at it. She can get really annoyed when people do something rude. Like, for instance, one time in the playground some older kids made some noises. I don't even know what the noises were exactly because I didn't hear them myself, but Via heard and she just started yelling at the kids. That's the way she is. I'm not that way.

What does the narrator wish to ask the magic lamp?

to have a normal life

to make people walk away

to have a normal face

to yell at other kids

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q650:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

I know I'm not an ordinary ten-year-old kid. I mean sure, I do ordinary things. I eat ice cream. I ride my bike. I play ball. I have an Xbox. Stuff like that makes me ordinary. I guess. And I feel ordinary. Inside But I know ordinary kids don't make other ordinary kids run away screaming in playgrounds. I know ordinary kids don't get stared at wherever they go. If I found a magic lamp and I could have one wish, I would wish that I had a normal face that no one ever noticed at all. I would wish that I could walk down the street without people seeing me and then doing that look-away thing. Here's what I think: the only reason I'm not ordinary is that no one else sees me that way. But I'm kind of used to how I look by now. I know how to pretend. I don't see the faces people make. We've all gotten pretty good at that sort of thing: me, Mom, Dad Via. Actually, I take that back: Via's not so good at it. She can get really annoyed when people do something rude. Like, for instance, one time in the playground some older kids made some noises. I don't even know what the noises were exactly because I didn't hear them myself, but Via heard and she just started yelling at the kids. That's the way she is. I'm not that way.

Who notices the faces and noises people make at the narrator?

Mom

Dad

The narrator

Via

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q651:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

She ate a few mouthfuls of food and drank a cup of milk. But she lighted no fire, and when night came, no candle, but crept with her baby to bed. What woke her? The wonder was that she had slept-she had not meant to. But she was young, very young. Perhaps the shrinking of the galvanized roof-yet hardly, since that was so usual. Something had set her heart beating wildly; but she lay quite still, only she put her arm over her baby. Then she had both round it, and she prayed, "Little baby, little baby, don't wake!" The moon's rays shone on the front of the house, and she saw one of the open crackes, quite close to where she lay, darken with a shadow. Then a protesting growl reached her; and she could fancy she heard the man turn hastily. She plainly heard the thud of something striking the dog's ribs, and the long flying strides of the animal as it howled and ran. Still watching, she saw the shadow darken every crack along the wall. She knew by the sounds that the man was trying every standpoint that might help him to see in; but how much he saw she could not tell. She thought of many things she might do to deceive him into the idea that she was not alone. But the sound of her voice would wake baby, and she dreaded that as though it were the only danger that threatened her. So she prayed "Little baby, don't wake don't cry!"

The girl sees a shadow against which of the following sources of light?

fire

candlelight

a well lit roof

moonlight

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q652:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

She ate a few mouthfuls of food and drank a cup of milk. But she lighted no fire, and when night came, no candle, but crept with her baby to bed. What woke her? The wonder was that she had slept-she had not meant to. But she was young, very young. Perhaps the shrinking of the galvanized roof-yet hardly, since that was so usual. Something had set her heart beating wildly; but she lay quite still, only she put her arm over her baby. Then she had both round it, and she prayed, "Little baby, little baby, don't wake!" The moon's rays shone on the front of the house, and she saw one of the open crackes, quite close to where she lay, darken with a shadow. Then a protesting growl reached her; and she could fancy she heard the man turn hastily. She plainly heard the thud of something striking the dog's ribs, and the long flying strides of the animal as it howled and ran. Still watching, she saw the shadow darken every crack along the wall. She knew by the sounds that the man was trying every standpoint that might help him to see in; but how much he saw she could not tell. She thought of many things she might do to deceive him into the idea that she was not alone. But the sound of her voice would wake baby, and she dreaded that as though it were the only danger that threatened her. So she prayed "Little baby, don't wake don't cry!"

Match the characters in List-I with the corresponding activity in List-II. | List-I | List-II | |--------|---------| | (A) Baby | (I) Running | | (B) Dog | (II) Creeping | | (C) Man | (III) Sleeping | | (D) Narrator | (IV) Praying | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q653:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

She ate a few mouthfuls of food and drank a cup of milk. But she lighted no fire, and when night came, no candle, but crept with her baby to bed. What woke her? The wonder was that she had slept-she had not meant to. But she was young, very young. Perhaps the shrinking of the galvanized roof-yet hardly, since that was so usual. Something had set her heart beating wildly; but she lay quite still, only she put her arm over her baby. Then she had both round it, and she prayed, "Little baby, little baby, don't wake!" The moon's rays shone on the front of the house, and she saw one of the open crackes, quite close to where she lay, darken with a shadow. Then a protesting growl reached her; and she could fancy she heard the man turn hastily. She plainly heard the thud of something striking the dog's ribs, and the long flying strides of the animal as it howled and ran. Still watching, she saw the shadow darken every crack along the wall. She knew by the sounds that the man was trying every standpoint that might help him to see in; but how much he saw she could not tell. She thought of many things she might do to deceive him into the idea that she was not alone. But the sound of her voice would wake baby, and she dreaded that as though it were the only danger that threatened her. So she prayed "Little baby, don't wake don't cry!"

According to the passage, arrange the following experiences of the girl in the correct sequence. (A) heart beating wildly (B) sensing a hasty movement (C) seeing a shadow (D) going to sleep (E) hearing a thud Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q654:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

She ate a few mouthfuls of food and drank a cup of milk. But she lighted no fire, and when night came, no candle, but crept with her baby to bed. What woke her? The wonder was that she had slept-she had not meant to. But she was young, very young. Perhaps the shrinking of the galvanized roof-yet hardly, since that was so usual. Something had set her heart beating wildly; but she lay quite still, only she put her arm over her baby. Then she had both round it, and she prayed, "Little baby, little baby, don't wake!" The moon's rays shone on the front of the house, and she saw one of the open crackes, quite close to where she lay, darken with a shadow. Then a protesting growl reached her; and she could fancy she heard the man turn hastily. She plainly heard the thud of something striking the dog's ribs, and the long flying strides of the animal as it howled and ran. Still watching, she saw the shadow darken every crack along the wall. She knew by the sounds that the man was trying every standpoint that might help him to see in; but how much he saw she could not tell. She thought of many things she might do to deceive him into the idea that she was not alone. But the sound of her voice would wake baby, and she dreaded that as though it were the only danger that threatened her. So she prayed "Little baby, don't wake don't cry!"

As per your reading of the passage, what is the source, of the woman's discomfort? (A) She is feeling cold (B) She is afraid the baby will wake up (C) She is scared of the dog (D) She is afraid of an attack (E) She is unable to sleep Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(B), (C) and (D) only

(B) and (D) only

(A) and (E) only

(C), (D), (E) only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q655:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Knowledge has many forms and it is available at many places. It is acquired through education, information, intelligence and experience. It is available in academic institutions, with teachers, in libraries, in research papers, seminar proceedings and in various organizations and workplaces with workers, managers, in drawings, in process sheets and on the shop floors. Knowledge, though closely linked to education, comes equally from learning skills such as those possessed by our artists, craftsmen, hakims, vaidyas, philosophers and saints, as also our housewives. Knowledge plays a very important role in their performance and output too. Our heritage and history, the rituals, epics and traditions that form part our consciousness are also vast resources of knowledge as are our libraries and universities. There is an abundance of unorthodox, earthy wisdom in our villages. There are hidden treasures of knowledge in our environment, in the oceans, bioreserves and deserts, in the plant and animal life. Every state in our country has a unique core competence for a knowledge society.

How is knowledge acquired according to the author?

Through learning and applying concepts

By getting skills and information

Through hard work and sincerity

By toiling day and night

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q656:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Knowledge has many forms and it is available at many places. It is acquired through education, information, intelligence and experience. It is available in academic institutions, with teachers, in libraries, in research papers, seminar proceedings and in various organizations and workplaces with workers, managers, in drawings, in process sheets and on the shop floors. Knowledge, though closely linked to education, comes equally from learning skills such as those possessed by our artists, craftsmen, hakims, vaidyas, philosophers and saints, as also our housewives. Knowledge plays a very important role in their performance and output too. Our heritage and history, the rituals, epics and traditions that form part our consciousness are also vast resources of knowledge as are our libraries and universities. There is an abundance of unorthodox, earthy wisdom in our villages. There are hidden treasures of knowledge in our environment, in the oceans, bioreserves and deserts, in the plant and animal life. Every state in our country has a unique core competence for a knowledge society.

In the author's opinion, knowledge is available:

Only in books

In the company of intelligent people

All activities of daily life

In our heritage and history

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q657:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Knowledge has many forms and it is available at many places. It is acquired through education, information, intelligence and experience. It is available in academic institutions, with teachers, in libraries, in research papers, seminar proceedings and in various organizations and workplaces with workers, managers, in drawings, in process sheets and on the shop floors. Knowledge, though closely linked to education, comes equally from learning skills such as those possessed by our artists, craftsmen, hakims, vaidyas, philosophers and saints, as also our housewives. Knowledge plays a very important role in their performance and output too. Our heritage and history, the rituals, epics and traditions that form part our consciousness are also vast resources of knowledge as are our libraries and universities. There is an abundance of unorthodox, earthy wisdom in our villages. There are hidden treasures of knowledge in our environment, in the oceans, bioreserves and deserts, in the plant and animal life. Every state in our country has a unique core competence for a knowledge society.

Why does the author feel that our history is a vast resource of knowledge?

Because it is easily available in books.

History can teach us important things about life.

We can learn about kings and queens and their lives.

Because all people have a deep interest in history.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q658:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Knowledge has many forms and it is available at many places. It is acquired through education, information, intelligence and experience. It is available in academic institutions, with teachers, in libraries, in research papers, seminar proceedings and in various organizations and workplaces with workers, managers, in drawings, in process sheets and on the shop floors. Knowledge, though closely linked to education, comes equally from learning skills such as those possessed by our artists, craftsmen, hakims, vaidyas, philosophers and saints, as also our housewives. Knowledge plays a very important role in their performance and output too. Our heritage and history, the rituals, epics and traditions that form part our consciousness are also vast resources of knowledge as are our libraries and universities. There is an abundance of unorthodox, earthy wisdom in our villages. There are hidden treasures of knowledge in our environment, in the oceans, bioreserves and deserts, in the plant and animal life. Every state in our country has a unique core competence for a knowledge society.

How is knowledge hidden in nature?

Nature hides many secrets in itself.

Observing nature can help us see the inter-relation.

Oceans, deserts, plants and animal life teach us lessons about life.

The desert teachers us how to overcome challenges.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q659:

19 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Knowledge has many forms and it is available at many places. It is acquired through education, information, intelligence and experience. It is available in academic institutions, with teachers, in libraries, in research papers, seminar proceedings and in various organizations and workplaces with workers, managers, in drawings, in process sheets and on the shop floors. Knowledge, though closely linked to education, comes equally from learning skills such as those possessed by our artists, craftsmen, hakims, vaidyas, philosophers and saints, as also our housewives. Knowledge plays a very important role in their performance and output too. Our heritage and history, the rituals, epics and traditions that form part our consciousness are also vast resources of knowledge as are our libraries and universities. There is an abundance of unorthodox, earthy wisdom in our villages. There are hidden treasures of knowledge in our environment, in the oceans, bioreserves and deserts, in the plant and animal life. Every state in our country has a unique core competence for a knowledge society.

Why is every state in India unique?

Because people who live there are unique

Because law and order situation is different in each state

Because each state has a different cultural heritage

Because some states are given priority over others

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q660:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Unquestionably a literary life is for the most part an unhappy life; because, if you have genius, you must suffer the penalty of genius; and if you have only talent, there are so many cares and worries incidental to the circumstances of men of letters, as to make life exceedingly miserable. Besides the pangs of composition, and the continuous disappointment which a true artist feels at his inability to reveal himself, there is the ever-recurring difficulty of gaining the public ear. Young writers are buoyed up by the hope and the belief that they have only to print to be acknowledged at once as a new light in literature. You can never convince a young author that the editors of magazines and the publishers of books are a practical body of men, who are by no means frantically anxious about placing the best literature before the public. Nay, that for the most part they are mere brokers, who conduct their business on the hardest lines of a Profit and Loss account. But supposing your book fairly launches, its perils are only beginning. You have to run the gauntlet of the critics. To a young author, again, this seems to be as terrible on ordeal as passing down the files of Sioux or Comanche Indians, each one of whom is thirsting for your scalp. When you are a little older, you will find that criticism is not much more serious that the bye-play of clowns in a circus, when they beat around the ring the victim with bladders slung at the end of long poles. A time comes in the life of every author when he regards critics as comical rather than formidable, and goes his way unheeding. But there are sensitive souls that yield under the chastisement and, perhaps after suffering much silent torture, abandon the profession of the pen for ever, Keats, perhaps, is the saddest example of a fine spirit hounded to death by savage criticism; because, whatever his biographers may aver, that furious attack of Gifford and Terry undoubtedly expediated his death. But no doubt there are hundreds who suffer keenly hostile and unscrupulous criticism, and who have to bear that suffering in silence, because it is a cardinal principle in literature that the most unwise thing in the world for an author is to take public notice of criticism in the way of defending himself. Silence is the only safeguard, as it is the only dignified protest against insult and offence.

Why is the literary life mostly an unhappy one?

Most people don't understand literary people

They have to suffer the penalty of genius

Literary life is not about richness

They do not get the publishers easily

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q661:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Unquestionably a literary life is for the most part an unhappy life; because, if you have genius, you must suffer the penalty of genius; and if you have only talent, there are so many cares and worries incidental to the circumstances of men of letters, as to make life exceedingly miserable. Besides the pangs of composition, and the continuous disappointment which a true artist feels at his inability to reveal himself, there is the ever-recurring difficulty of gaining the public ear. Young writers are buoyed up by the hope and the belief that they have only to print to be acknowledged at once as a new light in literature. You can never convince a young author that the editors of magazines and the publishers of books are a practical body of men, who are by no means frantically anxious about placing the best literature before the public. Nay, that for the most part they are mere brokers, who conduct their business on the hardest lines of a Profit and Loss account. But supposing your book fairly launches, its perils are only beginning. You have to run the gauntlet of the critics. To a young author, again, this seems to be as terrible on ordeal as passing down the files of Sioux or Comanche Indians, each one of whom is thirsting for your scalp. When you are a little older, you will find that criticism is not much more serious that the bye-play of clowns in a circus, when they beat around the ring the victim with bladders slung at the end of long poles. A time comes in the life of every author when he regards critics as comical rather than formidable, and goes his way unheeding. But there are sensitive souls that yield under the chastisement and, perhaps after suffering much silent torture, abandon the profession of the pen for ever, Keats, perhaps, is the saddest example of a fine spirit hounded to death by savage criticism; because, whatever his biographers may aver, that furious attack of Gifford and Terry undoubtedly expediated his death. But no doubt there are hundreds who suffer keenly hostile and unscrupulous criticism, and who have to bear that suffering in silence, because it is a cardinal principle in literature that the most unwise thing in the world for an author is to take public notice of criticism in the way of defending himself. Silence is the only safeguard, as it is the only dignified protest against insult and offence.

What is the ambition of a young author?

To create big name in the literary world

To achieve name and fame instantly

To create a big dent in the knowledge world

To dislodge other big names in the literary world

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q662:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Unquestionably a literary life is for the most part an unhappy life; because, if you have genius, you must suffer the penalty of genius; and if you have only talent, there are so many cares and worries incidental to the circumstances of men of letters, as to make life exceedingly miserable. Besides the pangs of composition, and the continuous disappointment which a true artist feels at his inability to reveal himself, there is the ever-recurring difficulty of gaining the public ear. Young writers are buoyed up by the hope and the belief that they have only to print to be acknowledged at once as a new light in literature. You can never convince a young author that the editors of magazines and the publishers of books are a practical body of men, who are by no means frantically anxious about placing the best literature before the public. Nay, that for the most part they are mere brokers, who conduct their business on the hardest lines of a Profit and Loss account. But supposing your book fairly launches, its perils are only beginning. You have to run the gauntlet of the critics. To a young author, again, this seems to be as terrible on ordeal as passing down the files of Sioux or Comanche Indians, each one of whom is thirsting for your scalp. When you are a little older, you will find that criticism is not much more serious that the bye-play of clowns in a circus, when they beat around the ring the victim with bladders slung at the end of long poles. A time comes in the life of every author when he regards critics as comical rather than formidable, and goes his way unheeding. But there are sensitive souls that yield under the chastisement and, perhaps after suffering much silent torture, abandon the profession of the pen for ever, Keats, perhaps, is the saddest example of a fine spirit hounded to death by savage criticism; because, whatever his biographers may aver, that furious attack of Gifford and Terry undoubtedly expediated his death. But no doubt there are hundreds who suffer keenly hostile and unscrupulous criticism, and who have to bear that suffering in silence, because it is a cardinal principle in literature that the most unwise thing in the world for an author is to take public notice of criticism in the way of defending himself. Silence is the only safeguard, as it is the only dignified protest against insult and offence.

What is the general response of the editors and publishers towards young authors?

They are very sympathetic

They are very hostile

They are very welcoming

They are highly indifferent

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q663:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Unquestionably a literary life is for the most part an unhappy life; because, if you have genius, you must suffer the penalty of genius; and if you have only talent, there are so many cares and worries incidental to the circumstances of men of letters, as to make life exceedingly miserable. Besides the pangs of composition, and the continuous disappointment which a true artist feels at his inability to reveal himself, there is the ever-recurring difficulty of gaining the public ear. Young writers are buoyed up by the hope and the belief that they have only to print to be acknowledged at once as a new light in literature. You can never convince a young author that the editors of magazines and the publishers of books are a practical body of men, who are by no means frantically anxious about placing the best literature before the public. Nay, that for the most part they are mere brokers, who conduct their business on the hardest lines of a Profit and Loss account. But supposing your book fairly launches, its perils are only beginning. You have to run the gauntlet of the critics. To a young author, again, this seems to be as terrible on ordeal as passing down the files of Sioux or Comanche Indians, each one of whom is thirsting for your scalp. When you are a little older, you will find that criticism is not much more serious that the bye-play of clowns in a circus, when they beat around the ring the victim with bladders slung at the end of long poles. A time comes in the life of every author when he regards critics as comical rather than formidable, and goes his way unheeding. But there are sensitive souls that yield under the chastisement and, perhaps after suffering much silent torture, abandon the profession of the pen for ever, Keats, perhaps, is the saddest example of a fine spirit hounded to death by savage criticism; because, whatever his biographers may aver, that furious attack of Gifford and Terry undoubtedly expediated his death. But no doubt there are hundreds who suffer keenly hostile and unscrupulous criticism, and who have to bear that suffering in silence, because it is a cardinal principle in literature that the most unwise thing in the world for an author is to take public notice of criticism in the way of defending himself. Silence is the only safeguard, as it is the only dignified protest against insult and offence.

What attitude should an author adopt in the face of bitter critics?

All criticism should be accepted nicely.

All criticism should be rejected.

All criticism should be written about.

Silence is the best response.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q664:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Unquestionably a literary life is for the most part an unhappy life; because, if you have genius, you must suffer the penalty of genius; and if you have only talent, there are so many cares and worries incidental to the circumstances of men of letters, as to make life exceedingly miserable. Besides the pangs of composition, and the continuous disappointment which a true artist feels at his inability to reveal himself, there is the ever-recurring difficulty of gaining the public ear. Young writers are buoyed up by the hope and the belief that they have only to print to be acknowledged at once as a new light in literature. You can never convince a young author that the editors of magazines and the publishers of books are a practical body of men, who are by no means frantically anxious about placing the best literature before the public. Nay, that for the most part they are mere brokers, who conduct their business on the hardest lines of a Profit and Loss account. But supposing your book fairly launches, its perils are only beginning. You have to run the gauntlet of the critics. To a young author, again, this seems to be as terrible on ordeal as passing down the files of Sioux or Comanche Indians, each one of whom is thirsting for your scalp. When you are a little older, you will find that criticism is not much more serious that the bye-play of clowns in a circus, when they beat around the ring the victim with bladders slung at the end of long poles. A time comes in the life of every author when he regards critics as comical rather than formidable, and goes his way unheeding. But there are sensitive souls that yield under the chastisement and, perhaps after suffering much silent torture, abandon the profession of the pen for ever, Keats, perhaps, is the saddest example of a fine spirit hounded to death by savage criticism; because, whatever his biographers may aver, that furious attack of Gifford and Terry undoubtedly expediated his death. But no doubt there are hundreds who suffer keenly hostile and unscrupulous criticism, and who have to bear that suffering in silence, because it is a cardinal principle in literature that the most unwise thing in the world for an author is to take public notice of criticism in the way of defending himself. Silence is the only safeguard, as it is the only dignified protest against insult and offence.

Explain "Abandon the profession of pen"

Publishing sector

literary life

Pen-making Industry

The world of critics

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q665:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Organisms change over time. Some of these changes make no difference to the success or failure of the organism that inherit them; other changes do. Take a group of antelopes in which one individual has longer legs than its siblings. Those longer legs make the individual better at escaping from predators, hence giving it an advantage in the survival stakes. Its descendants inherit this feature and are better able to survive as a consequence. Those longer legs have thus become an 'adaptation'. Their evolution means that this particular lineage of antelopes has adapted to its conditions, thanks to its development of this features. Their evolution means that this particular lineage of antelopes. Over the generations, the individual components of the genetic code within a species change, or mutate. So far as we know, mutations may provide no evolutionary advantage at all. They may be disadvantageous, in which case they are weeded out via natural selection; or they may be advantageous, in which case they persist through the generations.

Choose the most appropriate answer to the following question. How have antelopes adopted to get better at escaping from predators?

The long legs of the antelopes help them run faster and have become an adaptations

Their horns help them defeat predators

They have no advantageous mutations

They have a keen sense of smell

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q666:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Organisms change over time. Some of these changes make no difference to the success or failure of the organism that inherit them; other changes do. Take a group of antelopes in which one individual has longer legs than its siblings. Those longer legs make the individual better at escaping from predators, hence giving it an advantage in the survival stakes. Its descendants inherit this feature and are better able to survive as a consequence. Those longer legs have thus become an 'adaptation'. Their evolution means that this particular lineage of antelopes has adapted to its conditions, thanks to its development of this features. Their evolution means that this particular lineage of antelopes. Over the generations, the individual components of the genetic code within a species change, or mutate. So far as we know, mutations may provide no evolutionary advantage at all. They may be disadvantageous, in which case they are weeded out via natural selection; or they may be advantageous, in which case they persist through the generations.

What happens to disadvantages mutations?

they are renewed through natural reduction

They persist through the generations

They remain an additional burden on the species

None of the above

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q667:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Organisms change over time. Some of these changes make no difference to the success or failure of the organism that inherit them; other changes do. Take a group of antelopes in which one individual has longer legs than its siblings. Those longer legs make the individual better at escaping from predators, hence giving it an advantage in the survival stakes. Its descendants inherit this feature and are better able to survive as a consequence. Those longer legs have thus become an 'adaptation'. Their evolution means that this particular lineage of antelopes has adapted to its conditions, thanks to its development of this features. Their evolution means that this particular lineage of antelopes. Over the generations, the individual components of the genetic code within a species change, or mutate. So far as we know, mutations may provide no evolutionary advantage at all. They may be disadvantageous, in which case they are weeded out via natural selection; or they may be advantageous, in which case they persist through the generations.

Why do some mutations persist through generations?

They are harmful to the animal

They make no difference to the animal's survival

They are ornamental

They are advantageous to the animal

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q668:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Organisms change over time. Some of these changes make no difference to the success or failure of the organism that inherit them; other changes do. Take a group of antelopes in which one individual has longer legs than its siblings. Those longer legs make the individual better at escaping from predators, hence giving it an advantage in the survival stakes. Its descendants inherit this feature and are better able to survive as a consequence. Those longer legs have thus become an 'adaptation'. Their evolution means that this particular lineage of antelopes has adapted to its conditions, thanks to its development of this features. Their evolution means that this particular lineage of antelopes. Over the generations, the individual components of the genetic code within a species change, or mutate. So far as we know, mutations may provide no evolutionary advantage at all. They may be disadvantageous, in which case they are weeded out via natural selection; or they may be advantageous, in which case they persist through the generations.

Choose an appropriate title for the passage from the following options:-

Adaptation and Mutation

Mutation: A Necessity

Genetic Code

Survival of the Antelope

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q669:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Supposing you have to make a payment of Rs.100, you can do so in rupees-coins; but it would be cumbersome to pay in nickel or copper coins, because they are heavy to carry and also because it takes much time to count them. The government therefore permits you to make the payment in rupee-notes. What are these rupee notes really? They are kind of money, right enough, although they are made of paper instead of metal. You can use them in just the same way that you use ordinary money. The reason why they are made of paper and used is that they save the trouble of carrying metal coins about-of course, paper is lighter than metal-and they also save using silver and other metals when they are scarce. What makes these mere pieces of paper bear the value of the number of rupees that is printed upon them? Why should a piece of paper, with "100" printed on it be worth twenty times as much as a piece of paper with "five" printed on it-and also worth a hundred times as much as a silver rupee-coin? The reason is that Government guarantees that the piece of paper is worth the amount printed on it and promised to pay that amount to any body who wishes to exchange this paper for the rupee-coins. Also, if you think about it you can easily realize that crores and crores more of rupee-coins would have to be minted, if all paper-money were abolished. Perhaps you may ask, "Then why not have paper money only?" Why use silver and Nickle and copper at all? The answer is-because money must, as we have already said, be something so useful that everyone wants. Also because the metals are the best form of money; and thirdly because it would be impossible to print just the right amount of paper money that would keep prices at their proper natural level. It any Government prints too much paper money, then prices go up at once. The supply of money is increased and therefore its value (in food, clothes, books, houses, land, tools and everything else) goes down. You may think at first that it is queer to talk of having too much paper money and the money is so nice and useful that you cannot have too much of it. But if you think that, I am afraid you are forgetting that money is only useful for what it will buy; so it is no good at all having more money if there are no more things to buy with it. The more money there is, the higher will be the prices of everything. The same thing happens with rupee-coins as with paper money. But it is not likely to happen, for this reason: it is very easy to print a great deal of paper money, but not at all easy to increase the amount there is if it keeps very steady and changes very little. In fact that is one of the chief reasons why it was chosen to make coins of.

The Government allows payment to be made in _____

nickel

rupee coins

copper coins

rupee notes

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q670:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Supposing you have to make a payment of Rs.100, you can do so in rupees-coins; but it would be cumbersome to pay in nickel or copper coins, because they are heavy to carry and also because it takes much time to count them. The government therefore permits you to make the payment in rupee-notes. What are these rupee notes really? They are kind of money, right enough, although they are made of paper instead of metal. You can use them in just the same way that you use ordinary money. The reason why they are made of paper and used is that they save the trouble of carrying metal coins about-of course, paper is lighter than metal-and they also save using silver and other metals when they are scarce. What makes these mere pieces of paper bear the value of the number of rupees that is printed upon them? Why should a piece of paper, with "100" printed on it be worth twenty times as much as a piece of paper with "five" printed on it-and also worth a hundred times as much as a silver rupee-coin? The reason is that Government guarantees that the piece of paper is worth the amount printed on it and promised to pay that amount to any body who wishes to exchange this paper for the rupee-coins. Also, if you think about it you can easily realize that crores and crores more of rupee-coins would have to be minted, if all paper-money were abolished. Perhaps you may ask, "Then why not have paper money only?" Why use silver and Nickle and copper at all? The answer is-because money must, as we have already said, be something so useful that everyone wants. Also because the metals are the best form of money; and thirdly because it would be impossible to print just the right amount of paper money that would keep prices at their proper natural level. It any Government prints too much paper money, then prices go up at once. The supply of money is increased and therefore its value (in food, clothes, books, houses, land, tools and everything else) goes down. You may think at first that it is queer to talk of having too much paper money and the money is so nice and useful that you cannot have too much of it. But if you think that, I am afraid you are forgetting that money is only useful for what it will buy; so it is no good at all having more money if there are no more things to buy with it. The more money there is, the higher will be the prices of everything. The same thing happens with rupee-coins as with paper money. But it is not likely to happen, for this reason: it is very easy to print a great deal of paper money, but not at all easy to increase the amount there is if it keeps very steady and changes very little. In fact that is one of the chief reasons why it was chosen to make coins of.

What are these rupee notes made of?

coins

nickel

paper

copper coins

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q671:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Supposing you have to make a payment of Rs.100, you can do so in rupees-coins; but it would be cumbersome to pay in nickel or copper coins, because they are heavy to carry and also because it takes much time to count them. The government therefore permits you to make the payment in rupee-notes. What are these rupee notes really? They are kind of money, right enough, although they are made of paper instead of metal. You can use them in just the same way that you use ordinary money. The reason why they are made of paper and used is that they save the trouble of carrying metal coins about-of course, paper is lighter than metal-and they also save using silver and other metals when they are scarce. What makes these mere pieces of paper bear the value of the number of rupees that is printed upon them? Why should a piece of paper, with "100" printed on it be worth twenty times as much as a piece of paper with "five" printed on it-and also worth a hundred times as much as a silver rupee-coin? The reason is that Government guarantees that the piece of paper is worth the amount printed on it and promised to pay that amount to any body who wishes to exchange this paper for the rupee-coins. Also, if you think about it you can easily realize that crores and crores more of rupee-coins would have to be minted, if all paper-money were abolished. Perhaps you may ask, "Then why not have paper money only?" Why use silver and Nickle and copper at all? The answer is-because money must, as we have already said, be something so useful that everyone wants. Also because the metals are the best form of money; and thirdly because it would be impossible to print just the right amount of paper money that would keep prices at their proper natural level. It any Government prints too much paper money, then prices go up at once. The supply of money is increased and therefore its value (in food, clothes, books, houses, land, tools and everything else) goes down. You may think at first that it is queer to talk of having too much paper money and the money is so nice and useful that you cannot have too much of it. But if you think that, I am afraid you are forgetting that money is only useful for what it will buy; so it is no good at all having more money if there are no more things to buy with it. The more money there is, the higher will be the prices of everything. The same thing happens with rupee-coins as with paper money. But it is not likely to happen, for this reason: it is very easy to print a great deal of paper money, but not at all easy to increase the amount there is if it keeps very steady and changes very little. In fact that is one of the chief reasons why it was chosen to make coins of.

_____ are the best form of money

paper-notes

metals

nickel coins

copper coins

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q672:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Supposing you have to make a payment of Rs.100, you can do so in rupees-coins; but it would be cumbersome to pay in nickel or copper coins, because they are heavy to carry and also because it takes much time to count them. The government therefore permits you to make the payment in rupee-notes. What are these rupee notes really? They are kind of money, right enough, although they are made of paper instead of metal. You can use them in just the same way that you use ordinary money. The reason why they are made of paper and used is that they save the trouble of carrying metal coins about-of course, paper is lighter than metal-and they also save using silver and other metals when they are scarce. What makes these mere pieces of paper bear the value of the number of rupees that is printed upon them? Why should a piece of paper, with "100" printed on it be worth twenty times as much as a piece of paper with "five" printed on it-and also worth a hundred times as much as a silver rupee-coin? The reason is that Government guarantees that the piece of paper is worth the amount printed on it and promised to pay that amount to any body who wishes to exchange this paper for the rupee-coins. Also, if you think about it you can easily realize that crores and crores more of rupee-coins would have to be minted, if all paper-money were abolished. Perhaps you may ask, "Then why not have paper money only?" Why use silver and Nickle and copper at all? The answer is-because money must, as we have already said, be something so useful that everyone wants. Also because the metals are the best form of money; and thirdly because it would be impossible to print just the right amount of paper money that would keep prices at their proper natural level. It any Government prints too much paper money, then prices go up at once. The supply of money is increased and therefore its value (in food, clothes, books, houses, land, tools and everything else) goes down. You may think at first that it is queer to talk of having too much paper money and the money is so nice and useful that you cannot have too much of it. But if you think that, I am afraid you are forgetting that money is only useful for what it will buy; so it is no good at all having more money if there are no more things to buy with it. The more money there is, the higher will be the prices of everything. The same thing happens with rupee-coins as with paper money. But it is not likely to happen, for this reason: it is very easy to print a great deal of paper money, but not at all easy to increase the amount there is if it keeps very steady and changes very little. In fact that is one of the chief reasons why it was chosen to make coins of.

If the government prints too much paper money, then prices _____ at once

go up

go down

remain stable

don't change

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q673:

18 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Supposing you have to make a payment of Rs.100, you can do so in rupees-coins; but it would be cumbersome to pay in nickel or copper coins, because they are heavy to carry and also because it takes much time to count them. The government therefore permits you to make the payment in rupee-notes. What are these rupee notes really? They are kind of money, right enough, although they are made of paper instead of metal. You can use them in just the same way that you use ordinary money. The reason why they are made of paper and used is that they save the trouble of carrying metal coins about-of course, paper is lighter than metal-and they also save using silver and other metals when they are scarce. What makes these mere pieces of paper bear the value of the number of rupees that is printed upon them? Why should a piece of paper, with "100" printed on it be worth twenty times as much as a piece of paper with "five" printed on it-and also worth a hundred times as much as a silver rupee-coin? The reason is that Government guarantees that the piece of paper is worth the amount printed on it and promised to pay that amount to any body who wishes to exchange this paper for the rupee-coins. Also, if you think about it you can easily realize that crores and crores more of rupee-coins would have to be minted, if all paper-money were abolished. Perhaps you may ask, "Then why not have paper money only?" Why use silver and Nickle and copper at all? The answer is-because money must, as we have already said, be something so useful that everyone wants. Also because the metals are the best form of money; and thirdly because it would be impossible to print just the right amount of paper money that would keep prices at their proper natural level. It any Government prints too much paper money, then prices go up at once. The supply of money is increased and therefore its value (in food, clothes, books, houses, land, tools and everything else) goes down. You may think at first that it is queer to talk of having too much paper money and the money is so nice and useful that you cannot have too much of it. But if you think that, I am afraid you are forgetting that money is only useful for what it will buy; so it is no good at all having more money if there are no more things to buy with it. The more money there is, the higher will be the prices of everything. The same thing happens with rupee-coins as with paper money. But it is not likely to happen, for this reason: it is very easy to print a great deal of paper money, but not at all easy to increase the amount there is if it keeps very steady and changes very little. In fact that is one of the chief reasons why it was chosen to make coins of.

The more money there is _____ will be the prices of everything.

the lesser

the higher

the better

the worse

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q674:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Your body is almost two-thirds water, so staying hydrated is important. Teenagers should aim to drink six to eight glasses of water per day, according to the British Nutrition Foundation. That number increases for teens who engage in sports or are especially active. Other good sources of fluid include 100 percent fruit juice and low-fat milk. Sugary and caffeinated drinks should be limited or eliminated from the diet completely as they provide excess sugar and empty calories. According to the Cleveland Clinic, teenagers need at least nine hours of sleep each night to function at their best during the day. It sounds easy enough, but with early school start times, late afternoon practices and hours of homework, getting enough sleep can be a challenge. Set a regular bedtime that allows for nine hours of sleep before you have to get up for school. You should also plan for at least an hour of "quiet time" prior to bedtime. The goal is for all electronics to be turned off for the night so that the brain and body relax. Quiet time may involve listening to soothing music or reading a book.

Sports persons need to stay hydrated. They should drink enough :

water and 100% fruit juices

water, milk, coffee

water, juices, tea and coffee

Sugary and caffeinated drinks as well as enough plain water

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q675:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Your body is almost two-thirds water, so staying hydrated is important. Teenagers should aim to drink six to eight glasses of water per day, according to the British Nutrition Foundation. That number increases for teens who engage in sports or are especially active. Other good sources of fluid include 100 percent fruit juice and low-fat milk. Sugary and caffeinated drinks should be limited or eliminated from the diet completely as they provide excess sugar and empty calories. According to the Cleveland Clinic, teenagers need at least nine hours of sleep each night to function at their best during the day. It sounds easy enough, but with early school start times, late afternoon practices and hours of homework, getting enough sleep can be a challenge. Set a regular bedtime that allows for nine hours of sleep before you have to get up for school. You should also plan for at least an hour of "quiet time" prior to bedtime. The goal is for all electronics to be turned off for the night so that the brain and body relax. Quiet time may involve listening to soothing music or reading a book.

Why can't teenagers get enough sleep ? (A) early start at school (B) lot of work at school (C) lot of homework everyday (D) busy with friends Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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

(A) and (C) only

(A), (C) and (D) only

(B), (C) and (D) only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q676:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Your body is almost two-thirds water, so staying hydrated is important. Teenagers should aim to drink six to eight glasses of water per day, according to the British Nutrition Foundation. That number increases for teens who engage in sports or are especially active. Other good sources of fluid include 100 percent fruit juice and low-fat milk. Sugary and caffeinated drinks should be limited or eliminated from the diet completely as they provide excess sugar and empty calories. According to the Cleveland Clinic, teenagers need at least nine hours of sleep each night to function at their best during the day. It sounds easy enough, but with early school start times, late afternoon practices and hours of homework, getting enough sleep can be a challenge. Set a regular bedtime that allows for nine hours of sleep before you have to get up for school. You should also plan for at least an hour of "quiet time" prior to bedtime. The goal is for all electronics to be turned off for the night so that the brain and body relax. Quiet time may involve listening to soothing music or reading a book.

Young people need to do the following in order to get a nine hour sleep : (A) switch off electronics before bedtime (B) switch off all electronics for the night (C) find quiet time before bedtime (D) find a quiet time & place to sleep Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(B) and (C) only

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

(B), (C) and (D) only

(A), (B) and (C) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q677:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Your body is almost two-thirds water, so staying hydrated is important. Teenagers should aim to drink six to eight glasses of water per day, according to the British Nutrition Foundation. That number increases for teens who engage in sports or are especially active. Other good sources of fluid include 100 percent fruit juice and low-fat milk. Sugary and caffeinated drinks should be limited or eliminated from the diet completely as they provide excess sugar and empty calories. According to the Cleveland Clinic, teenagers need at least nine hours of sleep each night to function at their best during the day. It sounds easy enough, but with early school start times, late afternoon practices and hours of homework, getting enough sleep can be a challenge. Set a regular bedtime that allows for nine hours of sleep before you have to get up for school. You should also plan for at least an hour of "quiet time" prior to bedtime. The goal is for all electronics to be turned off for the night so that the brain and body relax. Quiet time may involve listening to soothing music or reading a book.

Choose the heading that best explains the two sections in the text given : (A) Watch your beverage intake (B) Eat right, sleep tight (C) If you don't snooze, you lose (D) Making time for friends Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) and (C) only

(A) and (B) only

(B) and (C) only

(B) and (D) only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q678:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Conducting an interview should be like painting by numbers if you are properly prepared. Consider the various aspects of the interview that benefit from early preparation. Some of these may seem obvious, but if left until the candidates are at the door, they can have a negative effect on the process. A checklist will help to make sure everything is planned and some of the less obvious considerations remembered. Frequently overlooked is the choice of venue and its layout; this can affect the atmosphere of the interview and how candidates respond. The room can feel forbidding, formal, relaxed or cosy, depending on how the furniture is arranged and how the interviewers behave towards the candidates. Interviewing can be stressful for candidates and interviewers alike, so take account of this in the timing of the interviews and briefing of the interviewers. Stress levels also influence how interviewers behave towards the candidates; developing skills in how to question and supply information to candidates will smooth the flow and help interviewers improve their performance. Of course, question technique, active listening and observation skills benefit managers in other areas of their work, too. The way in which the interview is ended also has an effect on the candidates and may well effect whether the desired candidate decides whether to accept the offer of employment or reject it.

Who is the intended audience of the passage ?

Job applicants

Students

Teachers

Interviewers

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q679:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Conducting an interview should be like painting by numbers if you are properly prepared. Consider the various aspects of the interview that benefit from early preparation. Some of these may seem obvious, but if left until the candidates are at the door, they can have a negative effect on the process. A checklist will help to make sure everything is planned and some of the less obvious considerations remembered. Frequently overlooked is the choice of venue and its layout; this can affect the atmosphere of the interview and how candidates respond. The room can feel forbidding, formal, relaxed or cosy, depending on how the furniture is arranged and how the interviewers behave towards the candidates. Interviewing can be stressful for candidates and interviewers alike, so take account of this in the timing of the interviews and briefing of the interviewers. Stress levels also influence how interviewers behave towards the candidates; developing skills in how to question and supply information to candidates will smooth the flow and help interviewers improve their performance. Of course, question technique, active listening and observation skills benefit managers in other areas of their work, too. The way in which the interview is ended also has an effect on the candidates and may well effect whether the desired candidate decides whether to accept the offer of employment or reject it.

According to the passage, which of the following DOES NOT help in reducing stress during an interview ?

The behaviour of the interviewer

Timing of the interview

The ability of the interviewer to intimidate the candidate

The ability of the interviewer to convey information to the candidate

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q680:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Conducting an interview should be like painting by numbers if you are properly prepared. Consider the various aspects of the interview that benefit from early preparation. Some of these may seem obvious, but if left until the candidates are at the door, they can have a negative effect on the process. A checklist will help to make sure everything is planned and some of the less obvious considerations remembered. Frequently overlooked is the choice of venue and its layout; this can affect the atmosphere of the interview and how candidates respond. The room can feel forbidding, formal, relaxed or cosy, depending on how the furniture is arranged and how the interviewers behave towards the candidates. Interviewing can be stressful for candidates and interviewers alike, so take account of this in the timing of the interviews and briefing of the interviewers. Stress levels also influence how interviewers behave towards the candidates; developing skills in how to question and supply information to candidates will smooth the flow and help interviewers improve their performance. Of course, question technique, active listening and observation skills benefit managers in other areas of their work, too. The way in which the interview is ended also has an effect on the candidates and may well effect whether the desired candidate decides whether to accept the offer of employment or reject it.

According to the passage which of the following details is often overlooked while conducting interview ?

Age of the candidate

Candidate's attire

Choice of venue

Dietary preference of the candidate

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q681:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Conducting an interview should be like painting by numbers if you are properly prepared. Consider the various aspects of the interview that benefit from early preparation. Some of these may seem obvious, but if left until the candidates are at the door, they can have a negative effect on the process. A checklist will help to make sure everything is planned and some of the less obvious considerations remembered. Frequently overlooked is the choice of venue and its layout; this can affect the atmosphere of the interview and how candidates respond. The room can feel forbidding, formal, relaxed or cosy, depending on how the furniture is arranged and how the interviewers behave towards the candidates. Interviewing can be stressful for candidates and interviewers alike, so take account of this in the timing of the interviews and briefing of the interviewers. Stress levels also influence how interviewers behave towards the candidates; developing skills in how to question and supply information to candidates will smooth the flow and help interviewers improve their performance. Of course, question technique, active listening and observation skills benefit managers in other areas of their work, too. The way in which the interview is ended also has an effect on the candidates and may well effect whether the desired candidate decides whether to accept the offer of employment or reject it.

Which of the following could be a suitable title for the passage ?

How to conduct an Interview

How to give an Interview

An Introduction to Interviews

How to get a Job

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q682:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Learning the Queen's English is like scrubbing off the bright red varnish from your toe nails, the morning after a dance. It takes a long time and there is always a little bit left at the end, a stain of red along the growing edges to remind you of the good time you had. So, you can see that learning came slowly to me. On the other hand, I had plenty of time. I learned your language in an immigration detention centre, in Essex, in the southeastern part of the United Kingdom. Two years, they locked me in there. Time was all I had. But why did I go to all the trouble ? It is because of what some of the older girls explained to me: to survive, you must look good or talk even better. The plain ones and the silent ones, it seems their paperwork in never in order. You say, they get repatriated. We say, sent home early. The Other Hand is the story of a young woman who flees conflict in her home village in the oil-rich region of southern Nigeria. She makes her way to the UK as an illegal immigrant and is detained for a long period of time at an immigrant detention centre near London. When she finally gets out, she seeks out the only two people she knows in England, whom she met on a Nigerian beach during a life-changing event a few years before. Will she be able to find them, and if so will they help her ? And if not, will she survive in her newly adopted country as an immigrant ?

What is meant by 'Queen's English' in the text given : (A) Good, formal English (B) Fluent, vernacular English (C) English as spoken in the UK (D) Good formal American English Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A), (B) and (C) only

(A), (B) and (D) only

(A) and (B) only

(A) and (C) only

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q683:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Learning the Queen's English is like scrubbing off the bright red varnish from your toe nails, the morning after a dance. It takes a long time and there is always a little bit left at the end, a stain of red along the growing edges to remind you of the good time you had. So, you can see that learning came slowly to me. On the other hand, I had plenty of time. I learned your language in an immigration detention centre, in Essex, in the southeastern part of the United Kingdom. Two years, they locked me in there. Time was all I had. But why did I go to all the trouble ? It is because of what some of the older girls explained to me: to survive, you must look good or talk even better. The plain ones and the silent ones, it seems their paperwork in never in order. You say, they get repatriated. We say, sent home early. The Other Hand is the story of a young woman who flees conflict in her home village in the oil-rich region of southern Nigeria. She makes her way to the UK as an illegal immigrant and is detained for a long period of time at an immigrant detention centre near London. When she finally gets out, she seeks out the only two people she knows in England, whom she met on a Nigerian beach during a life-changing event a few years before. Will she be able to find them, and if so will they help her ? And if not, will she survive in her newly adopted country as an immigrant ?

'The Other Hand' is the story of Nigerian woman who : (A) lived in a village in Southern Nigeria (B) was detained in Southern Nigeria (C) learnt English While in detention (D) was an illegal immigrant in the UK Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A), (B) and (C) only

(A), (C) and (D) only

(B) and (C) only

(A), (B) and (D) only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q684:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Learning the Queen's English is like scrubbing off the bright red varnish from your toe nails, the morning after a dance. It takes a long time and there is always a little bit left at the end, a stain of red along the growing edges to remind you of the good time you had. So, you can see that learning came slowly to me. On the other hand, I had plenty of time. I learned your language in an immigration detention centre, in Essex, in the southeastern part of the United Kingdom. Two years, they locked me in there. Time was all I had. But why did I go to all the trouble ? It is because of what some of the older girls explained to me: to survive, you must look good or talk even better. The plain ones and the silent ones, it seems their paperwork in never in order. You say, they get repatriated. We say, sent home early. The Other Hand is the story of a young woman who flees conflict in her home village in the oil-rich region of southern Nigeria. She makes her way to the UK as an illegal immigrant and is detained for a long period of time at an immigrant detention centre near London. When she finally gets out, she seeks out the only two people she knows in England, whom she met on a Nigerian beach during a life-changing event a few years before. Will she be able to find them, and if so will they help her ? And if not, will she survive in her newly adopted country as an immigrant ?

Match List - I with List - II. | List - I | List - II | |---|---| | (A) oil rich region | (I) to survive in the UK | | (B) immigration detention centre | (II) Southern Nigeria | | (C) speaking good English | (III) Southeastern part of the UK | | (D) inability to speak good English | (IV) to get repatriated | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q685:

15 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows : Learning the Queen's English is like scrubbing off the bright red varnish from your toe nails, the morning after a dance. It takes a long time and there is always a little bit left at the end, a stain of red along the growing edges to remind you of the good time you had. So, you can see that learning came slowly to me. On the other hand, I had plenty of time. I learned your language in an immigration detention centre, in Essex, in the southeastern part of the United Kingdom. Two years, they locked me in there. Time was all I had. But why did I go to all the trouble ? It is because of what some of the older girls explained to me: to survive, you must look good or talk even better. The plain ones and the silent ones, it seems their paperwork in never in order. You say, they get repatriated. We say, sent home early. The Other Hand is the story of a young woman who flees conflict in her home village in the oil-rich region of southern Nigeria. She makes her way to the UK as an illegal immigrant and is detained for a long period of time at an immigrant detention centre near London. When she finally gets out, she seeks out the only two people she knows in England, whom she met on a Nigerian beach during a life-changing event a few years before. Will she be able to find them, and if so will they help her ? And if not, will she survive in her newly adopted country as an immigrant ?

What does the author suggest, would have happened if she hadn't learnt the Queen's English ?

She would have survived in England.

She would have been repatriated.

She would have stayed longer is detention.

She couldn't have gone back home easily.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q686:

11 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Since the last few decades, growth in human population has increased the rate of consumption of natural resources. It has accelerated the loss of species and habitation in different parts of the world. Tropical regions which occupy only about one-fourth of the total area of the world, contain about three-fourth of the world human population. Over-exploitation of resources and deforestation have become rampant to fulfil the needs of large population. As these tropical rain forests contain 50 per cent of the species on the earth, destruction of natural habitats have proved disastrous for the entire biosphere. Natural calamities such as earthquakes, floods, volcanic eruptions, forest fires, droughts, etc. cause damage to the flora and fauna of the earth, bringing change to the biodiversity of respective affected regions. Pesticides and other pollutants such as hydrocarbons and toxic heavy metals destroy the weak and sensitive species. Species which are not the natural inhabitants of the local habitat but are introduced into the system, are called exotic species. There are many examples when a natural biotic community of the ecosystem suffered extensive damage because of the introduction of exotic species. During the last few decades, some animals like tigers, elephants, rhinoceros, crocodiles, minks and birds were hunted down mercilessly by poachers for their horn, tusks, hides, etc. It has resulted in the rendering of certain types of organisms as endangered category.

Match List - I with List - II to correctly complete the information given in the table : | List - I | List - II | |---|---| | (A) Increase in human population | (I) contain about three-fourth of population | | (B) Tropical regions | (II) proved disastrous for biosphere | | (C) Tropical rain forests | (III) accelerated the loss of species | | (D) Destruction of natural habitats | (IV) contain 50% of the species | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q687:

11 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Since the last few decades, growth in human population has increased the rate of consumption of natural resources. It has accelerated the loss of species and habitation in different parts of the world. Tropical regions which occupy only about one-fourth of the total area of the world, contain about three-fourth of the world human population. Over-exploitation of resources and deforestation have become rampant to fulfil the needs of large population. As these tropical rain forests contain 50 per cent of the species on the earth, destruction of natural habitats have proved disastrous for the entire biosphere. Natural calamities such as earthquakes, floods, volcanic eruptions, forest fires, droughts, etc. cause damage to the flora and fauna of the earth, bringing change to the biodiversity of respective affected regions. Pesticides and other pollutants such as hydrocarbons and toxic heavy metals destroy the weak and sensitive species. Species which are not the natural inhabitants of the local habitat but are introduced into the system, are called exotic species. There are many examples when a natural biotic community of the ecosystem suffered extensive damage because of the introduction of exotic species. During the last few decades, some animals like tigers, elephants, rhinoceros, crocodiles, minks and birds were hunted down mercilessly by poachers for their horn, tusks, hides, etc. It has resulted in the rendering of certain types of organisms as endangered category.

It can be inferred from the passage that :

Tropical regions occupy only three-fourth of the area of the world.

Natural calamities do not change the biodiversity.

Exotic species are useful for the environment.

Human beings are responsible for the change in biosphere.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q688:

11 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Since the last few decades, growth in human population has increased the rate of consumption of natural resources. It has accelerated the loss of species and habitation in different parts of the world. Tropical regions which occupy only about one-fourth of the total area of the world, contain about three-fourth of the world human population. Over-exploitation of resources and deforestation have become rampant to fulfil the needs of large population. As these tropical rain forests contain 50 per cent of the species on the earth, destruction of natural habitats have proved disastrous for the entire biosphere. Natural calamities such as earthquakes, floods, volcanic eruptions, forest fires, droughts, etc. cause damage to the flora and fauna of the earth, bringing change to the biodiversity of respective affected regions. Pesticides and other pollutants such as hydrocarbons and toxic heavy metals destroy the weak and sensitive species. Species which are not the natural inhabitants of the local habitat but are introduced into the system, are called exotic species. There are many examples when a natural biotic community of the ecosystem suffered extensive damage because of the introduction of exotic species. During the last few decades, some animals like tigers, elephants, rhinoceros, crocodiles, minks and birds were hunted down mercilessly by poachers for their horn, tusks, hides, etc. It has resulted in the rendering of certain types of organisms as endangered category.

Which of the following statements is not true according to the passage :

Natural calamities damage the flora.

Animals like tigers hunt other species.

Over population has endanagered many species.

Tropical rain forests contain 50% of the species.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q689:

11 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

On hearing the news of the massacre at Jalianwala Bagh, Udham Singh did not attend his school but took a train to Amritsar and visited the spot. There he stood for several minutes in a trance, picked up the soil, rubbed it on his forehead and put some in a phial. He fasted that night. According to his family members, he placed fresh flowers on the holy dust every morning drawing inspiration from it. One early morning he went to the river Ravi and pledged that he would colour its waters with the colour of his blood, to create what he called the freedom's flood. With this aim in view in 1921, he first landed in Africa. From there he went to America to meet the Indian revolutionaries working for the liberation of the motherland. In 1923, he landed in England. In 1928 he returned to India in response to an urgent call from Bhagat Singh. When he reached Lahore, he was detained for violation of the Arms Act. He was released after four years rigorous imprisonment. In 1935, he escaped to Germany by giving a slip to the police. From Berlin, he reached Paris and purchased a revolver. He kept it ready for action and managed to reach London again. The opportunity came on March 13, 1940 when Sir Michael O'Dwyer was to speak at a seminar in Caxton Hall. As Sir Michael turned to resume his seat after his speech, Udham Singh pulled out his revolver and fired at him. Sir Michael died without a shriek. Udham Singh was arrested and produced before the court on April 2, 1940. The court passed death sentence on him and he was hanged at Pentonville Prison, London on July 31, 1940.

Where did Udham Singh buy the weapon which was used for killing Sir Michael ? (A) Lahore (B) London (C) Paris (D) Berlin Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(C) Only

(A) Only

(D) Only

(B) Only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q690:

11 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

On hearing the news of the massacre at Jalianwala Bagh, Udham Singh did not attend his school but took a train to Amritsar and visited the spot. There he stood for several minutes in a trance, picked up the soil, rubbed it on his forehead and put some in a phial. He fasted that night. According to his family members, he placed fresh flowers on the holy dust every morning drawing inspiration from it. One early morning he went to the river Ravi and pledged that he would colour its waters with the colour of his blood, to create what he called the freedom's flood. With this aim in view in 1921, he first landed in Africa. From there he went to America to meet the Indian revolutionaries working for the liberation of the motherland. In 1923, he landed in England. In 1928 he returned to India in response to an urgent call from Bhagat Singh. When he reached Lahore, he was detained for violation of the Arms Act. He was released after four years rigorous imprisonment. In 1935, he escaped to Germany by giving a slip to the police. From Berlin, he reached Paris and purchased a revolver. He kept it ready for action and managed to reach London again. The opportunity came on March 13, 1940 when Sir Michael O'Dwyer was to speak at a seminar in Caxton Hall. As Sir Michael turned to resume his seat after his speech, Udham Singh pulled out his revolver and fired at him. Sir Michael died without a shriek. Udham Singh was arrested and produced before the court on April 2, 1940. The court passed death sentence on him and he was hanged at Pentonville Prison, London on July 31, 1940.

Udham Singh shot Sir Michael O'Dwyer in : (A) Jallianwala Bagh (B) Paris (C) London (D) Amritsar Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(B) Only

(D) Only

(A) Only

(C) Only

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q691:

11 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

On hearing the news of the massacre at Jalianwala Bagh, Udham Singh did not attend his school but took a train to Amritsar and visited the spot. There he stood for several minutes in a trance, picked up the soil, rubbed it on his forehead and put some in a phial. He fasted that night. According to his family members, he placed fresh flowers on the holy dust every morning drawing inspiration from it. One early morning he went to the river Ravi and pledged that he would colour its waters with the colour of his blood, to create what he called the freedom's flood. With this aim in view in 1921, he first landed in Africa. From there he went to America to meet the Indian revolutionaries working for the liberation of the motherland. In 1923, he landed in England. In 1928 he returned to India in response to an urgent call from Bhagat Singh. When he reached Lahore, he was detained for violation of the Arms Act. He was released after four years rigorous imprisonment. In 1935, he escaped to Germany by giving a slip to the police. From Berlin, he reached Paris and purchased a revolver. He kept it ready for action and managed to reach London again. The opportunity came on March 13, 1940 when Sir Michael O'Dwyer was to speak at a seminar in Caxton Hall. As Sir Michael turned to resume his seat after his speech, Udham Singh pulled out his revolver and fired at him. Sir Michael died without a shriek. Udham Singh was arrested and produced before the court on April 2, 1940. The court passed death sentence on him and he was hanged at Pentonville Prison, London on July 31, 1940.

Udham Singh returned to India in 1928 mainly because he was : (A) called by Bhagat Singh to India (B) short of funds to meet his expenses (C) to procure some arms from Lahore (D) to escape from the British Police Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(B) Only

(A) Only

(D) Only

(C) Only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q692:

11 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

On hearing the news of the massacre at Jalianwala Bagh, Udham Singh did not attend his school but took a train to Amritsar and visited the spot. There he stood for several minutes in a trance, picked up the soil, rubbed it on his forehead and put some in a phial. He fasted that night. According to his family members, he placed fresh flowers on the holy dust every morning drawing inspiration from it. One early morning he went to the river Ravi and pledged that he would colour its waters with the colour of his blood, to create what he called the freedom's flood. With this aim in view in 1921, he first landed in Africa. From there he went to America to meet the Indian revolutionaries working for the liberation of the motherland. In 1923, he landed in England. In 1928 he returned to India in response to an urgent call from Bhagat Singh. When he reached Lahore, he was detained for violation of the Arms Act. He was released after four years rigorous imprisonment. In 1935, he escaped to Germany by giving a slip to the police. From Berlin, he reached Paris and purchased a revolver. He kept it ready for action and managed to reach London again. The opportunity came on March 13, 1940 when Sir Michael O'Dwyer was to speak at a seminar in Caxton Hall. As Sir Michael turned to resume his seat after his speech, Udham Singh pulled out his revolver and fired at him. Sir Michael died without a shriek. Udham Singh was arrested and produced before the court on April 2, 1940. The court passed death sentence on him and he was hanged at Pentonville Prison, London on July 31, 1940.

When Udham Singh was arrested in Lahore, he was charged for : (A) his links with anti-British forces (B) possessing unlicensed arms and ammunition (C) concealing his identity (D) instigating his countrymen against the Britishers Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(C) Only

(D) Only

(B) Only

(A) Only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q693:

11 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

On hearing the news of the massacre at Jalianwala Bagh, Udham Singh did not attend his school but took a train to Amritsar and visited the spot. There he stood for several minutes in a trance, picked up the soil, rubbed it on his forehead and put some in a phial. He fasted that night. According to his family members, he placed fresh flowers on the holy dust every morning drawing inspiration from it. One early morning he went to the river Ravi and pledged that he would colour its waters with the colour of his blood, to create what he called the freedom's flood. With this aim in view in 1921, he first landed in Africa. From there he went to America to meet the Indian revolutionaries working for the liberation of the motherland. In 1923, he landed in England. In 1928 he returned to India in response to an urgent call from Bhagat Singh. When he reached Lahore, he was detained for violation of the Arms Act. He was released after four years rigorous imprisonment. In 1935, he escaped to Germany by giving a slip to the police. From Berlin, he reached Paris and purchased a revolver. He kept it ready for action and managed to reach London again. The opportunity came on March 13, 1940 when Sir Michael O'Dwyer was to speak at a seminar in Caxton Hall. As Sir Michael turned to resume his seat after his speech, Udham Singh pulled out his revolver and fired at him. Sir Michael died without a shriek. Udham Singh was arrested and produced before the court on April 2, 1940. The court passed death sentence on him and he was hanged at Pentonville Prison, London on July 31, 1940.

Udham Singh went to America where he : (A) mobilised the Indian citizens for the liberation of the motherland (B) met his fellow citizens working for the same cause (C) visited the United States for sightseeing (D) mobilised like-minded Americans against the Britishers Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(B) Only

(C) Only

(D) Only

(A) Only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q694:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the questions given below selecting the appropriate option: While conservation efforts are associated with conflicts between villagers and Forest Officials in most Protected areas across the country, the Kailadevi Wildlife Sanctuary in Rajasthan has involved local community initiatives for conservation and regeneration. The Sanctuary was initiated in 1983, over 674 sq km forming a part of the 1334 sq km Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. It is located within the Karauli and Sopatra blocks of Sawai Madhopur district. The primary occupation of the predominant Meena and Gujjar communities is pastoralism and subsistence agriculture. Pressures on the sanctuary included migrant grazers known as the Rabaris, who came from the Mewar region of Rajasthan with herds of over 150,000 sheep. Other pressures were from exploitation of timber and fuelwood and mining. The threat posed by the migrant grazers spurred the formation of the "Baragaon ki Panchayat" in 1990, which in turn initiated a 'Bhed Bhagao Andolan'. The Forest Department supported the villagers in the formation of Forest Protection Committees and Van Suraksha Samitis. The benefits of involving local people in protection of their resources were obvious. Illegal felling was checked. The use of forest resources for local use was monitored. The Forest Protection Committees (FPCs) were also successful in stopping the mining in the Sanctuary. The people not only protect their forests but also use their resources judiciously.

The problem of conservation and regeneration of Kailadevi Wildlife Sanctuary was solved with the initiative of :

Meenas and Gujars

Local Communities

Forest Officials

State government

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q695:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the questions given below selecting the appropriate option: While conservation efforts are associated with conflicts between villagers and Forest Officials in most Protected areas across the country, the Kailadevi Wildlife Sanctuary in Rajasthan has involved local community initiatives for conservation and regeneration. The Sanctuary was initiated in 1983, over 674 sq km forming a part of the 1334 sq km Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. It is located within the Karauli and Sopatra blocks of Sawai Madhopur district. The primary occupation of the predominant Meena and Gujjar communities is pastoralism and subsistence agriculture. Pressures on the sanctuary included migrant grazers known as the Rabaris, who came from the Mewar region of Rajasthan with herds of over 150,000 sheep. Other pressures were from exploitation of timber and fuelwood and mining. The threat posed by the migrant grazers spurred the formation of the "Baragaon ki Panchayat" in 1990, which in turn initiated a 'Bhed Bhagao Andolan'. The Forest Department supported the villagers in the formation of Forest Protection Committees and Van Suraksha Samitis. The benefits of involving local people in protection of their resources were obvious. Illegal felling was checked. The use of forest resources for local use was monitored. The Forest Protection Committees (FPCs) were also successful in stopping the mining in the Sanctuary. The people not only protect their forests but also use their resources judiciously.

Rabaris were:

local villagers

migrant grazers

farmers

timber merchants

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q696:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the questions given below selecting the appropriate option: While conservation efforts are associated with conflicts between villagers and Forest Officials in most Protected areas across the country, the Kailadevi Wildlife Sanctuary in Rajasthan has involved local community initiatives for conservation and regeneration. The Sanctuary was initiated in 1983, over 674 sq km forming a part of the 1334 sq km Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. It is located within the Karauli and Sopatra blocks of Sawai Madhopur district. The primary occupation of the predominant Meena and Gujjar communities is pastoralism and subsistence agriculture. Pressures on the sanctuary included migrant grazers known as the Rabaris, who came from the Mewar region of Rajasthan with herds of over 150,000 sheep. Other pressures were from exploitation of timber and fuelwood and mining. The threat posed by the migrant grazers spurred the formation of the "Baragaon ki Panchayat" in 1990, which in turn initiated a 'Bhed Bhagao Andolan'. The Forest Department supported the villagers in the formation of Forest Protection Committees and Van Suraksha Samitis. The benefits of involving local people in protection of their resources were obvious. Illegal felling was checked. The use of forest resources for local use was monitored. The Forest Protection Committees (FPCs) were also successful in stopping the mining in the Sanctuary. The people not only protect their forests but also use their resources judiciously.

The threat set by the migrant grazers helped in the formation of :

Bhed bhagao Andolan

Baragaon ki Panchayat

Van Suraksha Samiti

Forest Protection Committee

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q697:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the questions given below selecting the appropriate option: While conservation efforts are associated with conflicts between villagers and Forest Officials in most Protected areas across the country, the Kailadevi Wildlife Sanctuary in Rajasthan has involved local community initiatives for conservation and regeneration. The Sanctuary was initiated in 1983, over 674 sq km forming a part of the 1334 sq km Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. It is located within the Karauli and Sopatra blocks of Sawai Madhopur district. The primary occupation of the predominant Meena and Gujjar communities is pastoralism and subsistence agriculture. Pressures on the sanctuary included migrant grazers known as the Rabaris, who came from the Mewar region of Rajasthan with herds of over 150,000 sheep. Other pressures were from exploitation of timber and fuelwood and mining. The threat posed by the migrant grazers spurred the formation of the "Baragaon ki Panchayat" in 1990, which in turn initiated a 'Bhed Bhagao Andolan'. The Forest Department supported the villagers in the formation of Forest Protection Committees and Van Suraksha Samitis. The benefits of involving local people in protection of their resources were obvious. Illegal felling was checked. The use of forest resources for local use was monitored. The Forest Protection Committees (FPCs) were also successful in stopping the mining in the Sanctuary. The people not only protect their forests but also use their resources judiciously.

The involvement of local people supported the forest department to stop :

illegal felling and mining

mining only

illegal felling

use of resources

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q698:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the questions given below selecting the appropriate option: While conservation efforts are associated with conflicts between villagers and Forest Officials in most Protected areas across the country, the Kailadevi Wildlife Sanctuary in Rajasthan has involved local community initiatives for conservation and regeneration. The Sanctuary was initiated in 1983, over 674 sq km forming a part of the 1334 sq km Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. It is located within the Karauli and Sopatra blocks of Sawai Madhopur district. The primary occupation of the predominant Meena and Gujjar communities is pastoralism and subsistence agriculture. Pressures on the sanctuary included migrant grazers known as the Rabaris, who came from the Mewar region of Rajasthan with herds of over 150,000 sheep. Other pressures were from exploitation of timber and fuelwood and mining. The threat posed by the migrant grazers spurred the formation of the "Baragaon ki Panchayat" in 1990, which in turn initiated a 'Bhed Bhagao Andolan'. The Forest Department supported the villagers in the formation of Forest Protection Committees and Van Suraksha Samitis. The benefits of involving local people in protection of their resources were obvious. Illegal felling was checked. The use of forest resources for local use was monitored. The Forest Protection Committees (FPCs) were also successful in stopping the mining in the Sanctuary. The people not only protect their forests but also use their resources judiciously.

We can save our forests by using our resources

recklessly

excessively

carelessly

wisely

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q699:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next 5 questions by choosing the correct option : No one could understand where he got his money from. But the person who marvelled most at the dashing and luxurious life led by Alphonse was his friend and partner. After they dissolved their partnership, most of the custom and the best connection passed by degrees into Charles's hands. This was not because he in any way sought to run counter to his former partner; on the contrary, it arose simply from the fact that Charles was the more capable man of the two. And as Alphonse had now to work on his own account, it was soon clear to any one who observed him closely, that in spite of his promptitude, his amiability, and his prepossessing appearance, he was not fit to be at the head of an independent business. And there was one person who did observe him closely. Charles followed him step by step with his sharp eyes; every blunder, every extravagance, every loss - he knew all to a nicety, and he wondered how Alphonse could keep going so long. They had as good as grown up together. Their mothers were cousins; the families had lived near each other in the same street; and in a city like Paris, proximity is as important as relationship in promoting closeness. Moreover, the boys went to same school.

Who was living a luxurious life ? Choose the correct option:

Alphonse

Charles

Alphonse's friend

The partner

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q700:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next 5 questions by choosing the correct option : No one could understand where he got his money from. But the person who marvelled most at the dashing and luxurious life led by Alphonse was his friend and partner. After they dissolved their partnership, most of the custom and the best connection passed by degrees into Charles's hands. This was not because he in any way sought to run counter to his former partner; on the contrary, it arose simply from the fact that Charles was the more capable man of the two. And as Alphonse had now to work on his own account, it was soon clear to any one who observed him closely, that in spite of his promptitude, his amiability, and his prepossessing appearance, he was not fit to be at the head of an independent business. And there was one person who did observe him closely. Charles followed him step by step with his sharp eyes; every blunder, every extravagance, every loss - he knew all to a nicety, and he wondered how Alphonse could keep going so long. They had as good as grown up together. Their mothers were cousins; the families had lived near each other in the same street; and in a city like Paris, proximity is as important as relationship in promoting closeness. Moreover, the boys went to same school.

Arrange the following sentences / portion of sentences as per their order of occurrence in the passage : A. he knew all to a nicety, and he wondered how Alphonse could keep going so long. B. After they dissolved their partnership, most of the custom and the best connection passed by degrees into Charles's hands. C. And there was one person who did observe him closely. Charles followed him step by step... D. But the person who marvelled most at the dashing and luxurious life led by Alphonse was his friend... E. ...it arose simply from the fact that Charles was the more capable man of the two Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

D-B-C-A-E

B-C-A-E-D

D-B-E-C-A

A-B-E-C-D

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q701:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next 5 questions by choosing the correct option : No one could understand where he got his money from. But the person who marvelled most at the dashing and luxurious life led by Alphonse was his friend and partner. After they dissolved their partnership, most of the custom and the best connection passed by degrees into Charles's hands. This was not because he in any way sought to run counter to his former partner; on the contrary, it arose simply from the fact that Charles was the more capable man of the two. And as Alphonse had now to work on his own account, it was soon clear to any one who observed him closely, that in spite of his promptitude, his amiability, and his prepossessing appearance, he was not fit to be at the head of an independent business. And there was one person who did observe him closely. Charles followed him step by step with his sharp eyes; every blunder, every extravagance, every loss - he knew all to a nicety, and he wondered how Alphonse could keep going so long. They had as good as grown up together. Their mothers were cousins; the families had lived near each other in the same street; and in a city like Paris, proximity is as important as relationship in promoting closeness. Moreover, the boys went to same school.

Based on your reading of the passage, identify the sentence/sentences which are CORRECT : A. Alphonse and Charles had grown up together B. Alphonse's and Charles's mothers were friends C. Alphonse and Charles never dissolved their partnership D. Alphonse was fit for being the head of an independent business E. Alphonse and Charles went to the same school Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A, C and E only

B, C and E only

A and E only

C, D and E only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q702:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next 5 questions by choosing the correct option : No one could understand where he got his money from. But the person who marvelled most at the dashing and luxurious life led by Alphonse was his friend and partner. After they dissolved their partnership, most of the custom and the best connection passed by degrees into Charles's hands. This was not because he in any way sought to run counter to his former partner; on the contrary, it arose simply from the fact that Charles was the more capable man of the two. And as Alphonse had now to work on his own account, it was soon clear to any one who observed him closely, that in spite of his promptitude, his amiability, and his prepossessing appearance, he was not fit to be at the head of an independent business. And there was one person who did observe him closely. Charles followed him step by step with his sharp eyes; every blunder, every extravagance, every loss - he knew all to a nicety, and he wondered how Alphonse could keep going so long. They had as good as grown up together. Their mothers were cousins; the families had lived near each other in the same street; and in a city like Paris, proximity is as important as relationship in promoting closeness. Moreover, the boys went to same school.

Who was more capable between Alphonse and Charles ?

Alphonse

Charles

We cannot decide

Sometimes Alphonse, at other times Charles

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q703:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next 5 questions by choosing the correct option : No one could understand where he got his money from. But the person who marvelled most at the dashing and luxurious life led by Alphonse was his friend and partner. After they dissolved their partnership, most of the custom and the best connection passed by degrees into Charles's hands. This was not because he in any way sought to run counter to his former partner; on the contrary, it arose simply from the fact that Charles was the more capable man of the two. And as Alphonse had now to work on his own account, it was soon clear to any one who observed him closely, that in spite of his promptitude, his amiability, and his prepossessing appearance, he was not fit to be at the head of an independent business. And there was one person who did observe him closely. Charles followed him step by step with his sharp eyes; every blunder, every extravagance, every loss - he knew all to a nicety, and he wondered how Alphonse could keep going so long. They had as good as grown up together. Their mothers were cousins; the families had lived near each other in the same street; and in a city like Paris, proximity is as important as relationship in promoting closeness. Moreover, the boys went to same school.

The passage is about:

two friends

two friends who turned rivals

two enemies

two strangers

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q704:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

In stark contrast to where I grew up-in warm, lush green Trivandrum, Kerala, filled with rich sights, sounds and people-life at the Poles is quiet. The harshness of winter brings along with it an eerie desolation and near-total silence. Survival in this frigid, dark and windy terrain is only for the fittest. A misstep can mean anything from an icy injury to a bitter, benumbed death. But while it is tenuous, life here is also humbling-physically, mentally, and even spiritually. The experience has allowed me to witness the wonderous dualities of nature: raw, brutal and unforgiving but nurturing and awe-inspiring at the same time. As the days shorten, almost all life starts to depart seeking warmer lands. But those who stay are surrounded by glacial beauty and an otherworldly stillness that stands unmatched. In peak winter months, the sun seems to live only in memory. Its absence however, is only an illusion: shimmering displays of blue, red, yellow, green, and orange auroras shifting and snaking like billowing curtains across the pitch black sky remind me that the light shall one day return. Even the emptiness of the land is deceptive. Look closely and out waddles a flock of penguins from behind an ice shelf on the Antarctic peninsula.

The writer indicates that only those who are fit can survive at the poles. For the others it can lead to:- A. death B. bitterness C. icy-injury D. loneliness Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A Only

B Only

A and C Only

B and D Only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q705:

10 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

In stark contrast to where I grew up-in warm, lush green Trivandrum, Kerala, filled with rich sights, sounds and people-life at the Poles is quiet. The harshness of winter brings along with it an eerie desolation and near-total silence. Survival in this frigid, dark and windy terrain is only for the fittest. A misstep can mean anything from an icy injury to a bitter, benumbed death. But while it is tenuous, life here is also humbling-physically, mentally, and even spiritually. The experience has allowed me to witness the wonderous dualities of nature: raw, brutal and unforgiving but nurturing and awe-inspiring at the same time. As the days shorten, almost all life starts to depart seeking warmer lands. But those who stay are surrounded by glacial beauty and an otherworldly stillness that stands unmatched. In peak winter months, the sun seems to live only in memory. Its absence however, is only an illusion: shimmering displays of blue, red, yellow, green, and orange auroras shifting and snaking like billowing curtains across the pitch black sky remind me that the light shall one day return. Even the emptiness of the land is deceptive. Look closely and out waddles a flock of penguins from behind an ice shelf on the Antarctic peninsula.

Identify how life at the Poles is in stark contrast to the writer's native Kerala. A. warm and lush green vs frigid and dark B. death vs life C. humorous vs harsh D. rich sights & sounds vs eerie desolation & silence

A and D

B and C

A Only

C Only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q706:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : A great part of Arabia is desert. Here there is nothing but sand and rock. The sand is so hot that you cannot walk over it with your bare feet in the daytime. Here and there in the desert are springs of water that come from deep down under the ground - so deep that the sun cannot dry them up. These springs are few and far apart, but wherever there is one, trees grow tall and graceful making a cool, green, shady place around the spring. Such a place is called an oasis. The Arabs who are not in the cities live in the desert all the year round. They live in tents that can be put up and taken down very easily and quickly so that they can move from one oasis to another, seeking grass and water for their sheep, goats, camels and horses. These desert Arabs eat ripe, sweet figs, and also the dates that grow upon the palm trees; they dry them, too, and use them as food all the year round. These Arabs have the finest horses in the world. An Arab is very proud of his riding horse, and loves him almost as much as he loves his wife and children. He never puts heavy loads upon his horse, and often lets him stay in the tent with his family. The camel is much more useful to the Arab than his beautiful horse, however, for he is much larger and stronger. One camel can carry as much as or more than two horses. The Arab loads the camel with goods and rides him, too, for miles and miles across the desert - just as if it were really the "Ship of the Desert", which it is often called.

Which of the following is not a part of the geography of the Arab world ?

sand and rock

high mountain ranges

underground springs of water

tall trees

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q707:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : A great part of Arabia is desert. Here there is nothing but sand and rock. The sand is so hot that you cannot walk over it with your bare feet in the daytime. Here and there in the desert are springs of water that come from deep down under the ground - so deep that the sun cannot dry them up. These springs are few and far apart, but wherever there is one, trees grow tall and graceful making a cool, green, shady place around the spring. Such a place is called an oasis. The Arabs who are not in the cities live in the desert all the year round. They live in tents that can be put up and taken down very easily and quickly so that they can move from one oasis to another, seeking grass and water for their sheep, goats, camels and horses. These desert Arabs eat ripe, sweet figs, and also the dates that grow upon the palm trees; they dry them, too, and use them as food all the year round. These Arabs have the finest horses in the world. An Arab is very proud of his riding horse, and loves him almost as much as he loves his wife and children. He never puts heavy loads upon his horse, and often lets him stay in the tent with his family. The camel is much more useful to the Arab than his beautiful horse, however, for he is much larger and stronger. One camel can carry as much as or more than two horses. The Arab loads the camel with goods and rides him, too, for miles and miles across the desert - just as if it were really the "Ship of the Desert", which it is often called.

Which animal is the most useful for the Arabs in the desert ?

Goat

Sheep

Camel

Horse

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q708:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : A great part of Arabia is desert. Here there is nothing but sand and rock. The sand is so hot that you cannot walk over it with your bare feet in the daytime. Here and there in the desert are springs of water that come from deep down under the ground - so deep that the sun cannot dry them up. These springs are few and far apart, but wherever there is one, trees grow tall and graceful making a cool, green, shady place around the spring. Such a place is called an oasis. The Arabs who are not in the cities live in the desert all the year round. They live in tents that can be put up and taken down very easily and quickly so that they can move from one oasis to another, seeking grass and water for their sheep, goats, camels and horses. These desert Arabs eat ripe, sweet figs, and also the dates that grow upon the palm trees; they dry them, too, and use them as food all the year round. These Arabs have the finest horses in the world. An Arab is very proud of his riding horse, and loves him almost as much as he loves his wife and children. He never puts heavy loads upon his horse, and often lets him stay in the tent with his family. The camel is much more useful to the Arab than his beautiful horse, however, for he is much larger and stronger. One camel can carry as much as or more than two horses. The Arab loads the camel with goods and rides him, too, for miles and miles across the desert - just as if it were really the "Ship of the Desert", which it is often called.

Which of the following is not true about an 'Oasis' ?

it is a waterhole

a shallow place

an incubator

a safe and cool shelter

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q709:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : A great part of Arabia is desert. Here there is nothing but sand and rock. The sand is so hot that you cannot walk over it with your bare feet in the daytime. Here and there in the desert are springs of water that come from deep down under the ground - so deep that the sun cannot dry them up. These springs are few and far apart, but wherever there is one, trees grow tall and graceful making a cool, green, shady place around the spring. Such a place is called an oasis. The Arabs who are not in the cities live in the desert all the year round. They live in tents that can be put up and taken down very easily and quickly so that they can move from one oasis to another, seeking grass and water for their sheep, goats, camels and horses. These desert Arabs eat ripe, sweet figs, and also the dates that grow upon the palm trees; they dry them, too, and use them as food all the year round. These Arabs have the finest horses in the world. An Arab is very proud of his riding horse, and loves him almost as much as he loves his wife and children. He never puts heavy loads upon his horse, and often lets him stay in the tent with his family. The camel is much more useful to the Arab than his beautiful horse, however, for he is much larger and stronger. One camel can carry as much as or more than two horses. The Arab loads the camel with goods and rides him, too, for miles and miles across the desert - just as if it were really the "Ship of the Desert", which it is often called.

What is/are the reason/s for the camel being referred to as the "Ship of the Desert" ?

It is bigger and stronger than a horse.

The Arabs can ride them for miles across the desert.

It can carry more load than a horse can.

All of the above.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q710:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : A great part of Arabia is desert. Here there is nothing but sand and rock. The sand is so hot that you cannot walk over it with your bare feet in the daytime. Here and there in the desert are springs of water that come from deep down under the ground - so deep that the sun cannot dry them up. These springs are few and far apart, but wherever there is one, trees grow tall and graceful making a cool, green, shady place around the spring. Such a place is called an oasis. The Arabs who are not in the cities live in the desert all the year round. They live in tents that can be put up and taken down very easily and quickly so that they can move from one oasis to another, seeking grass and water for their sheep, goats, camels and horses. These desert Arabs eat ripe, sweet figs, and also the dates that grow upon the palm trees; they dry them, too, and use them as food all the year round. These Arabs have the finest horses in the world. An Arab is very proud of his riding horse, and loves him almost as much as he loves his wife and children. He never puts heavy loads upon his horse, and often lets him stay in the tent with his family. The camel is much more useful to the Arab than his beautiful horse, however, for he is much larger and stronger. One camel can carry as much as or more than two horses. The Arab loads the camel with goods and rides him, too, for miles and miles across the desert - just as if it were really the "Ship of the Desert", which it is often called.

Which of the following statements is not true about the horses of the Arabs ?

The Arabs love them as much as they love their wife and children

They are the only means of transport

They are the finest horses in the world

The Arabs never overload their horses

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q711:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : I am a king, I am a slave, I am a worm, I am God, DERZHAVIN The following day Charsky sought our room number 35 in the dark and dirty corridor of an inn. He stopped at the door and knocked. The Italian of the previous day opened the door. "Victory!" Charsky said to him. "The affair is settled. The Princess --- offers you her salon. At a big party last night I succeeded in recruiting half Petersburg. Get your tickets and programmes printed. I guarantee you, if not a triumph, at least a profit. . . ." "And that's the main thing!" cried the Italian, expressing his delight by a spate of lively movements, characteristic of his southern origin. "I knew that you would help me. Corpo di Bacco! You are a poet like myself, and there's no denying that poets are splendid fellows! How can I express my gratitude ? Wait. . . would you like to hear an improvisation?" "An improvisation! . . . But can you do without an audience, without music, without the thunder of applause?" "Nonsense! Where could I find a better audience ? You are a poet, you will understand me better than others, and your quiet encouragement will mean more to me than whole storms of applause. . . . Find yourself a seat somewhere and give me a theme".

_________ are splendid fellows.

Poets

Italians

Boys

Audience

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q712:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : I am a king, I am a slave, I am a worm, I am God, DERZHAVIN The following day Charsky sought our room number 35 in the dark and dirty corridor of an inn. He stopped at the door and knocked. The Italian of the previous day opened the door. "Victory!" Charsky said to him. "The affair is settled. The Princess --- offers you her salon. At a big party last night I succeeded in recruiting half Petersburg. Get your tickets and programmes printed. I guarantee you, if not a triumph, at least a profit. . . ." "And that's the main thing!" cried the Italian, expressing his delight by a spate of lively movements, characteristic of his southern origin. "I knew that you would help me. Corpo di Bacco! You are a poet like myself, and there's no denying that poets are splendid fellows! How can I express my gratitude ? Wait. . . would you like to hear an improvisation?" "An improvisation! . . . But can you do without an audience, without music, without the thunder of applause?" "Nonsense! Where could I find a better audience ? You are a poet, you will understand me better than others, and your quiet encouragement will mean more to me than whole storms of applause. . . . Find yourself a seat somewhere and give me a theme".

The Princess offered _________ to the Italian :

a job

a salon

a ticket

an Invitation to a party

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q713:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : I am a king, I am a slave, I am a worm, I am God, DERZHAVIN The following day Charsky sought our room number 35 in the dark and dirty corridor of an inn. He stopped at the door and knocked. The Italian of the previous day opened the door. "Victory!" Charsky said to him. "The affair is settled. The Princess --- offers you her salon. At a big party last night I succeeded in recruiting half Petersburg. Get your tickets and programmes printed. I guarantee you, if not a triumph, at least a profit. . . ." "And that's the main thing!" cried the Italian, expressing his delight by a spate of lively movements, characteristic of his southern origin. "I knew that you would help me. Corpo di Bacco! You are a poet like myself, and there's no denying that poets are splendid fellows! How can I express my gratitude ? Wait. . . would you like to hear an improvisation?" "An improvisation! . . . But can you do without an audience, without music, without the thunder of applause?" "Nonsense! Where could I find a better audience ? You are a poet, you will understand me better than others, and your quiet encouragement will mean more to me than whole storms of applause. . . . Find yourself a seat somewhere and give me a theme".

An improvisation is incomplete without _________.

an audience

music

applause

All the above

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q714:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : I am a king, I am a slave, I am a worm, I am God, DERZHAVIN The following day Charsky sought our room number 35 in the dark and dirty corridor of an inn. He stopped at the door and knocked. The Italian of the previous day opened the door. "Victory!" Charsky said to him. "The affair is settled. The Princess --- offers you her salon. At a big party last night I succeeded in recruiting half Petersburg. Get your tickets and programmes printed. I guarantee you, if not a triumph, at least a profit. . . ." "And that's the main thing!" cried the Italian, expressing his delight by a spate of lively movements, characteristic of his southern origin. "I knew that you would help me. Corpo di Bacco! You are a poet like myself, and there's no denying that poets are splendid fellows! How can I express my gratitude ? Wait. . . would you like to hear an improvisation?" "An improvisation! . . . But can you do without an audience, without music, without the thunder of applause?" "Nonsense! Where could I find a better audience ? You are a poet, you will understand me better than others, and your quiet encouragement will mean more to me than whole storms of applause. . . . Find yourself a seat somewhere and give me a theme".

How did the Italian express his gratitude to Charsky ? He did it through _________.

a poem

praise

a hug

an improvisation

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q715:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage, and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : Unquestionably a literary life is for the most part an unhappy life; because, if you have genius, you must suffer the penalty of genius; and, if you have only talent, there are so many cares and worries incidental to the circumstances of men of letters, as to make life exceedingly miserable. Besides the pangs of composition, and the continuous disappointment which a true artist feels at his inability to reveal himself, there is the ever-recurring difficulty of gaining the public ear. Young writers are buoyed up by the hope and the belief that they have only to throw that poem at the world's feet to get back in return the laurel-crown; that they have only to push that novel into print to be acknowledged at once as a new light in literature. You can never convince a young author that the editors of magazines and the publishers of books are a practical body of men, who are by no means frantically anxious about placing the best literature before the public. Nay, that for the most part they are mere brokers who conduct their business on the hardest lines of a Profit and Loss account. But supposing your book fairly launches, its perils are only beginning. You have to run the gauntlet of the critics. A time comes in the life of every author when he regards critics as comical rather than formidable, and goes his way unheeding. But there are sensitive souls that yield under the chastisement and, perhaps after suffering much silent torture, abandon the profession of the pen for ever. Keats, perhaps, is the saddest example of a fine spirit hounded to death by savage criticism; because, whatever his biographers may aver, that furious attack of Gifford and Terry undoubtedly expedited his death. But no doubt there are hundreds who suffer keenly hostile and unscrupulous criticism, and who have to bear that suffering in silence, because it is a cardinal principle in literature that the most unwise thing in the world for an author is to take public notice of criticism in the way of defending himself. Silence is the only safeguard, as it is the only dignified protest against insult and offence.

Why is the literary life mostly an unhappy one -

due to the attitude of the publishers

because of the criticism of the critics

pangs of composition

All of the above

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q716:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage, and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : Unquestionably a literary life is for the most part an unhappy life; because, if you have genius, you must suffer the penalty of genius; and, if you have only talent, there are so many cares and worries incidental to the circumstances of men of letters, as to make life exceedingly miserable. Besides the pangs of composition, and the continuous disappointment which a true artist feels at his inability to reveal himself, there is the ever-recurring difficulty of gaining the public ear. Young writers are buoyed up by the hope and the belief that they have only to throw that poem at the world's feet to get back in return the laurel-crown; that they have only to push that novel into print to be acknowledged at once as a new light in literature. You can never convince a young author that the editors of magazines and the publishers of books are a practical body of men, who are by no means frantically anxious about placing the best literature before the public. Nay, that for the most part they are mere brokers who conduct their business on the hardest lines of a Profit and Loss account. But supposing your book fairly launches, its perils are only beginning. You have to run the gauntlet of the critics. A time comes in the life of every author when he regards critics as comical rather than formidable, and goes his way unheeding. But there are sensitive souls that yield under the chastisement and, perhaps after suffering much silent torture, abandon the profession of the pen for ever. Keats, perhaps, is the saddest example of a fine spirit hounded to death by savage criticism; because, whatever his biographers may aver, that furious attack of Gifford and Terry undoubtedly expedited his death. But no doubt there are hundreds who suffer keenly hostile and unscrupulous criticism, and who have to bear that suffering in silence, because it is a cardinal principle in literature that the most unwise thing in the world for an author is to take public notice of criticism in the way of defending himself. Silence is the only safeguard, as it is the only dignified protest against insult and offence.

What attitude should an author adopt in the face of bitter critics ?

beat every critic brutally

respond to every critic individually

defend oneself against every criticism

maintain silence to pose a dignified protest against insult and offence

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q717:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage, and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : Unquestionably a literary life is for the most part an unhappy life; because, if you have genius, you must suffer the penalty of genius; and, if you have only talent, there are so many cares and worries incidental to the circumstances of men of letters, as to make life exceedingly miserable. Besides the pangs of composition, and the continuous disappointment which a true artist feels at his inability to reveal himself, there is the ever-recurring difficulty of gaining the public ear. Young writers are buoyed up by the hope and the belief that they have only to throw that poem at the world's feet to get back in return the laurel-crown; that they have only to push that novel into print to be acknowledged at once as a new light in literature. You can never convince a young author that the editors of magazines and the publishers of books are a practical body of men, who are by no means frantically anxious about placing the best literature before the public. Nay, that for the most part they are mere brokers who conduct their business on the hardest lines of a Profit and Loss account. But supposing your book fairly launches, its perils are only beginning. You have to run the gauntlet of the critics. A time comes in the life of every author when he regards critics as comical rather than formidable, and goes his way unheeding. But there are sensitive souls that yield under the chastisement and, perhaps after suffering much silent torture, abandon the profession of the pen for ever. Keats, perhaps, is the saddest example of a fine spirit hounded to death by savage criticism; because, whatever his biographers may aver, that furious attack of Gifford and Terry undoubtedly expedited his death. But no doubt there are hundreds who suffer keenly hostile and unscrupulous criticism, and who have to bear that suffering in silence, because it is a cardinal principle in literature that the most unwise thing in the world for an author is to take public notice of criticism in the way of defending himself. Silence is the only safeguard, as it is the only dignified protest against insult and offence.

What are the ambitions of a young author ?

to find large scale readership

to have good reviews from critics

to get immediate fame as a writer

All of the above

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q718:

7 June Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage, and answer the next five questions by choosing the correct options : Unquestionably a literary life is for the most part an unhappy life; because, if you have genius, you must suffer the penalty of genius; and, if you have only talent, there are so many cares and worries incidental to the circumstances of men of letters, as to make life exceedingly miserable. Besides the pangs of composition, and the continuous disappointment which a true artist feels at his inability to reveal himself, there is the ever-recurring difficulty of gaining the public ear. Young writers are buoyed up by the hope and the belief that they have only to throw that poem at the world's feet to get back in return the laurel-crown; that they have only to push that novel into print to be acknowledged at once as a new light in literature. You can never convince a young author that the editors of magazines and the publishers of books are a practical body of men, who are by no means frantically anxious about placing the best literature before the public. Nay, that for the most part they are mere brokers who conduct their business on the hardest lines of a Profit and Loss account. But supposing your book fairly launches, its perils are only beginning. You have to run the gauntlet of the critics. A time comes in the life of every author when he regards critics as comical rather than formidable, and goes his way unheeding. But there are sensitive souls that yield under the chastisement and, perhaps after suffering much silent torture, abandon the profession of the pen for ever. Keats, perhaps, is the saddest example of a fine spirit hounded to death by savage criticism; because, whatever his biographers may aver, that furious attack of Gifford and Terry undoubtedly expedited his death. But no doubt there are hundreds who suffer keenly hostile and unscrupulous criticism, and who have to bear that suffering in silence, because it is a cardinal principle in literature that the most unwise thing in the world for an author is to take public notice of criticism in the way of defending himself. Silence is the only safeguard, as it is the only dignified protest against insult and offence.

Which English poet does the author talk about who was hounded to death by savage criticism ?

Crifford

Keats

Yeats

Terry

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q719:

7 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage given below and answer the question. We humans walk with two legs (called 'bipedal') and use two hands. The evolution of bipedalism began in our ancestors, the primates, about 4 million years ago. The primates not only gave us our blood groups, but our two feet and two hands as well. Primates exhibit characteristics that distinguish them from less evolved mammals. These include adaptations to live in trees (as monkeys do), big brains, heightened sense of vision, opposable thumbs to grasp the four fingers in each hand, and more flexibility in shoulder movements. Dr. Tetsuro Matsuzawa of the Kyoto University, Japan, writes that the shared ancestor primates moved into tree tops and developed four hands from the four legs possessed by the terrestrial ancestor. This was an adaptation to arboreal life; enabling the efficient grasping of branches and tree-trunks. Subsequently, early human ancestors left the trees to start walking long distances across the land, bipedally. Thus, we created two feet from four hands during the course of evolution from our primate ancestors. The anthropologist Carol Ward of the University of Missouri, US points out that the way we humans get around the world is different from any other animal on earth. We move around on the ground, upright on two feet, but in a unique way: with one foot after the other; holding our body fully upright in a characteristic series of motions. So, it's a big deal to figure out how and why we walk the way we do, and how our lineage really diverged so much from ape like creatures. The human brain is about three times as big as the brain of our closest living relative, the chimpanzee. Moreover, a part of our brain, called the cerebral cortex - which plays a key role in memory, attention, awareness and thought - contains twice as many cells as the same region in chimpanzees. We are, thus, smarter than apes.

As per the passage, which of the following does not make the primates different from their ancestors :

Taste buds

Bipedalism

Flexible shoulder movements

Bigger brains

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q720:

7 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage given below and answer the question. We humans walk with two legs (called 'bipedal') and use two hands. The evolution of bipedalism began in our ancestors, the primates, about 4 million years ago. The primates not only gave us our blood groups, but our two feet and two hands as well. Primates exhibit characteristics that distinguish them from less evolved mammals. These include adaptations to live in trees (as monkeys do), big brains, heightened sense of vision, opposable thumbs to grasp the four fingers in each hand, and more flexibility in shoulder movements. Dr. Tetsuro Matsuzawa of the Kyoto University, Japan, writes that the shared ancestor primates moved into tree tops and developed four hands from the four legs possessed by the terrestrial ancestor. This was an adaptation to arboreal life; enabling the efficient grasping of branches and tree-trunks. Subsequently, early human ancestors left the trees to start walking long distances across the land, bipedally. Thus, we created two feet from four hands during the course of evolution from our primate ancestors. The anthropologist Carol Ward of the University of Missouri, US points out that the way we humans get around the world is different from any other animal on earth. We move around on the ground, upright on two feet, but in a unique way: with one foot after the other; holding our body fully upright in a characteristic series of motions. So, it's a big deal to figure out how and why we walk the way we do, and how our lineage really diverged so much from ape like creatures. The human brain is about three times as big as the brain of our closest living relative, the chimpanzee. Moreover, a part of our brain, called the cerebral cortex - which plays a key role in memory, attention, awareness and thought - contains twice as many cells as the same region in chimpanzees. We are, thus, smarter than apes.

Which options don't correctly explain why humans are smarter than apes. (as per the passage) (A) Apes have a bigger brain size. (B) Humans have a better memory. (C) Humans can walk with only 2 legs. (D) Human's ability to process thoughts is more. (E) Apes can climb trees. Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) and (E) Only

(A) and (C) Only

(A), (C) and (E) Only

(C) and (E) Only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q721:

7 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage given below and answer the question. Off to the right we hear the distinct 'bleep-bleep' - the alarm call of the chital, or spotted deer, announcing the presence of a predator. Kuttapan and Gautam go off to investigate and we begin to drive around to intercept them on the other side of the forest. Not ten metres down the road, we hear a loud 'varoom' - the call of the tiger - and we slide to a halt on the dusty road. Walking directly towards us at a distance of 100 metres is a large male tiger. It is one of the three-year-old males known to share this territory with his brother. The tiger continued his casual stroll directly towards us. When the tiger is about 50 metres past us, our reverie is broken by a commotion in the forest across the road. Anil, our guide, whispers loudly, 'Wolves!' There, propped up like little statues in a clearing in the forest, are two Indian grey wolves. Rigid, alert, clearly in a state of alarm and agitation, they begin yelping at the tiger. The tiger spins around on the road and charges off into the forest after them. This time the tiger turns round and glowers at the wolf, probably assessing the distance between them and the speed it would take to catch the wolf. The muscles of the tiger begin to twitch and off goes the wolf into the forest again. Finally, after one more of these encounters, the tiger moves some distance away and the wolf disappears into the forest for one last time. We can only assume that the aggressive and bold behaviour of the wolf meant he was protecting some cubs and wanted to be sure the tiger was driven out of his territory. The tiger, now left in peace, continues his stroll.

Whose presence is announced in the beginning ?

Chital

Tiger

Kuttapan

Gautam

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q722:

7 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage given below and answer the question. Off to the right we hear the distinct 'bleep-bleep' - the alarm call of the chital, or spotted deer, announcing the presence of a predator. Kuttapan and Gautam go off to investigate and we begin to drive around to intercept them on the other side of the forest. Not ten metres down the road, we hear a loud 'varoom' - the call of the tiger - and we slide to a halt on the dusty road. Walking directly towards us at a distance of 100 metres is a large male tiger. It is one of the three-year-old males known to share this territory with his brother. The tiger continued his casual stroll directly towards us. When the tiger is about 50 metres past us, our reverie is broken by a commotion in the forest across the road. Anil, our guide, whispers loudly, 'Wolves!' There, propped up like little statues in a clearing in the forest, are two Indian grey wolves. Rigid, alert, clearly in a state of alarm and agitation, they begin yelping at the tiger. The tiger spins around on the road and charges off into the forest after them. This time the tiger turns round and glowers at the wolf, probably assessing the distance between them and the speed it would take to catch the wolf. The muscles of the tiger begin to twitch and off goes the wolf into the forest again. Finally, after one more of these encounters, the tiger moves some distance away and the wolf disappears into the forest for one last time. We can only assume that the aggressive and bold behaviour of the wolf meant he was protecting some cubs and wanted to be sure the tiger was driven out of his territory. The tiger, now left in peace, continues his stroll.

The above passage describes an encounter between _________.

the tiger and hunters

the wolves and the hunters

the tiger and the wolves

wolf and its cubs

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q723:

7 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage given below and answer the question. Off to the right we hear the distinct 'bleep-bleep' - the alarm call of the chital, or spotted deer, announcing the presence of a predator. Kuttapan and Gautam go off to investigate and we begin to drive around to intercept them on the other side of the forest. Not ten metres down the road, we hear a loud 'varoom' - the call of the tiger - and we slide to a halt on the dusty road. Walking directly towards us at a distance of 100 metres is a large male tiger. It is one of the three-year-old males known to share this territory with his brother. The tiger continued his casual stroll directly towards us. When the tiger is about 50 metres past us, our reverie is broken by a commotion in the forest across the road. Anil, our guide, whispers loudly, 'Wolves!' There, propped up like little statues in a clearing in the forest, are two Indian grey wolves. Rigid, alert, clearly in a state of alarm and agitation, they begin yelping at the tiger. The tiger spins around on the road and charges off into the forest after them. This time the tiger turns round and glowers at the wolf, probably assessing the distance between them and the speed it would take to catch the wolf. The muscles of the tiger begin to twitch and off goes the wolf into the forest again. Finally, after one more of these encounters, the tiger moves some distance away and the wolf disappears into the forest for one last time. We can only assume that the aggressive and bold behaviour of the wolf meant he was protecting some cubs and wanted to be sure the tiger was driven out of his territory. The tiger, now left in peace, continues his stroll.

Choose the correct statement with reference to the passage.

The narrator is on a hunting trip.

The narrator is walking along with others in the forest.

The narrator is out on a safari.

The narrator is scared of the wolves.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q724:

7 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage given below and answer the question. Off to the right we hear the distinct 'bleep-bleep' - the alarm call of the chital, or spotted deer, announcing the presence of a predator. Kuttapan and Gautam go off to investigate and we begin to drive around to intercept them on the other side of the forest. Not ten metres down the road, we hear a loud 'varoom' - the call of the tiger - and we slide to a halt on the dusty road. Walking directly towards us at a distance of 100 metres is a large male tiger. It is one of the three-year-old males known to share this territory with his brother. The tiger continued his casual stroll directly towards us. When the tiger is about 50 metres past us, our reverie is broken by a commotion in the forest across the road. Anil, our guide, whispers loudly, 'Wolves!' There, propped up like little statues in a clearing in the forest, are two Indian grey wolves. Rigid, alert, clearly in a state of alarm and agitation, they begin yelping at the tiger. The tiger spins around on the road and charges off into the forest after them. This time the tiger turns round and glowers at the wolf, probably assessing the distance between them and the speed it would take to catch the wolf. The muscles of the tiger begin to twitch and off goes the wolf into the forest again. Finally, after one more of these encounters, the tiger moves some distance away and the wolf disappears into the forest for one last time. We can only assume that the aggressive and bold behaviour of the wolf meant he was protecting some cubs and wanted to be sure the tiger was driven out of his territory. The tiger, now left in peace, continues his stroll.

The whispering of the guide indicates the presence of _________.

tigers

wolves

hunters

cubs

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q725:

1 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

What is green hydrogen ? Hydrogen is a key industrial fuel that has a variety of applications including the production of ammonia (a key fertilizer), steel, refineries and electricity. However, all of the hydrogen manufactured now is the so-called 'black or brown' hydrogen produced from coal. Grey hydrogen is produced from natural gas while 'Blue' hydrogen is from fossil fuel sources where the ensuing carbon emitted is captured via carbon-capture processes. Green hydrogen is when hydrogen is produced via electrolysis, the splitting of water into hydrogen and oxygen with electricity generated from renewable energy sources such as solar or wind. This is the most environmentally sustainable way of producing hydrogen. What is National Green Hydrogen Mission ? The intent of the mission is to incentivise the commercial production of green hydrogen and make India a net exporter of the fuel. The mission has laid out a target to develop the green hydrogen production capacity of at least 5 MMT (Million Metric Tonnes) per annum. This is alongside adding renewable energy capacity of about 125 GW (gigawatt) in the country. This will entail the decarbonisation of the industrial, mobility and energy sectors; reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels and feedstock; developing indigenous manufacturing capabilities; creating employment opportunities; and developing new technologies such as efficient fuel cells. By 2030, the Centre hopes its investments will bring in investments worth Rs. 8 trillion and create over six lakh jobs. Moreover about 50 MMT per annum of CO2 emissions are expected to be averted by 2030. As per its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement, India has committed to reduce emissions intensity of its GDP by 45% by 2030, from 2005 levels. Several major industrial houses have announced plans to facilitate India's adoption of green hydrogen. However, they are all premised on India being able to access a reliable stream of components, upgrading the manufacturing and skill levels of its small and medium manufacturing enterprises and developing a transmission network that can supply the hydrogen produced from supply-spots to industrial centres across the country. Many advanced economies, which have also announced plans and policies to develop such an economy and given their advanced industrial infrastructure, can steal a march over India. Green hydrogen development is still in the nascent stages globally and while India can take the lead in being a major producer, provided it develops the necessary infrastructure to execute all these intermediary steps.

Match the colours of Hydrogen in List - I with their sources in List - II : | List - I (Colours) | List - II (Sources) | |---|---| | (A) Black/Brown | (I) Solar | | (B) Grey | (II) Fossil fuels where Carbon is captured | | (C) Blue | (III) Coal | | (D) Green | (IV) Natural gas | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q726:

1 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

What is green hydrogen ? Hydrogen is a key industrial fuel that has a variety of applications including the production of ammonia (a key fertilizer), steel, refineries and electricity. However, all of the hydrogen manufactured now is the so-called 'black or brown' hydrogen produced from coal. Grey hydrogen is produced from natural gas while 'Blue' hydrogen is from fossil fuel sources where the ensuing carbon emitted is captured via carbon-capture processes. Green hydrogen is when hydrogen is produced via electrolysis, the splitting of water into hydrogen and oxygen with electricity generated from renewable energy sources such as solar or wind. This is the most environmentally sustainable way of producing hydrogen. What is National Green Hydrogen Mission ? The intent of the mission is to incentivise the commercial production of green hydrogen and make India a net exporter of the fuel. The mission has laid out a target to develop the green hydrogen production capacity of at least 5 MMT (Million Metric Tonnes) per annum. This is alongside adding renewable energy capacity of about 125 GW (gigawatt) in the country. This will entail the decarbonisation of the industrial, mobility and energy sectors; reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels and feedstock; developing indigenous manufacturing capabilities; creating employment opportunities; and developing new technologies such as efficient fuel cells. By 2030, the Centre hopes its investments will bring in investments worth Rs. 8 trillion and create over six lakh jobs. Moreover about 50 MMT per annum of CO2 emissions are expected to be averted by 2030. As per its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement, India has committed to reduce emissions intensity of its GDP by 45% by 2030, from 2005 levels. Several major industrial houses have announced plans to facilitate India's adoption of green hydrogen. However, they are all premised on India being able to access a reliable stream of components, upgrading the manufacturing and skill levels of its small and medium manufacturing enterprises and developing a transmission network that can supply the hydrogen produced from supply-spots to industrial centres across the country. Many advanced economies, which have also announced plans and policies to develop such an economy and given their advanced industrial infrastructure, can steal a march over India. Green hydrogen development is still in the nascent stages globally and while India can take the lead in being a major producer, provided it develops the necessary infrastructure to execute all these intermediary steps.

The National Green Hydrogen Mission does not aim to : (A) incentivize the commercial production of green hydrogen (B) develop the green hydrogen production capacity (C) increase dependence on imported fossil fuel (D) reduce carbon emissions Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(D)

(B)

(C)

(A)

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q727:

1 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

What is green hydrogen ? Hydrogen is a key industrial fuel that has a variety of applications including the production of ammonia (a key fertilizer), steel, refineries and electricity. However, all of the hydrogen manufactured now is the so-called 'black or brown' hydrogen produced from coal. Grey hydrogen is produced from natural gas while 'Blue' hydrogen is from fossil fuel sources where the ensuing carbon emitted is captured via carbon-capture processes. Green hydrogen is when hydrogen is produced via electrolysis, the splitting of water into hydrogen and oxygen with electricity generated from renewable energy sources such as solar or wind. This is the most environmentally sustainable way of producing hydrogen. What is National Green Hydrogen Mission ? The intent of the mission is to incentivise the commercial production of green hydrogen and make India a net exporter of the fuel. The mission has laid out a target to develop the green hydrogen production capacity of at least 5 MMT (Million Metric Tonnes) per annum. This is alongside adding renewable energy capacity of about 125 GW (gigawatt) in the country. This will entail the decarbonisation of the industrial, mobility and energy sectors; reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels and feedstock; developing indigenous manufacturing capabilities; creating employment opportunities; and developing new technologies such as efficient fuel cells. By 2030, the Centre hopes its investments will bring in investments worth Rs. 8 trillion and create over six lakh jobs. Moreover about 50 MMT per annum of CO2 emissions are expected to be averted by 2030. As per its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement, India has committed to reduce emissions intensity of its GDP by 45% by 2030, from 2005 levels. Several major industrial houses have announced plans to facilitate India's adoption of green hydrogen. However, they are all premised on India being able to access a reliable stream of components, upgrading the manufacturing and skill levels of its small and medium manufacturing enterprises and developing a transmission network that can supply the hydrogen produced from supply-spots to industrial centres across the country. Many advanced economies, which have also announced plans and policies to develop such an economy and given their advanced industrial infrastructure, can steal a march over India. Green hydrogen development is still in the nascent stages globally and while India can take the lead in being a major producer, provided it develops the necessary infrastructure to execute all these intermediary steps.

As per the passage, how is green hydrogen expected to facilitate the economy ? (A) Employment generation (B) Less production of SO2 (C) Decarbonisation (D) Increase tourism (E) More revenue to government Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(D) and (E) only

(A) and (D) only

(A) and (C) only

(A) only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q728:

1 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

What is green hydrogen ? Hydrogen is a key industrial fuel that has a variety of applications including the production of ammonia (a key fertilizer), steel, refineries and electricity. However, all of the hydrogen manufactured now is the so-called 'black or brown' hydrogen produced from coal. Grey hydrogen is produced from natural gas while 'Blue' hydrogen is from fossil fuel sources where the ensuing carbon emitted is captured via carbon-capture processes. Green hydrogen is when hydrogen is produced via electrolysis, the splitting of water into hydrogen and oxygen with electricity generated from renewable energy sources such as solar or wind. This is the most environmentally sustainable way of producing hydrogen. What is National Green Hydrogen Mission ? The intent of the mission is to incentivise the commercial production of green hydrogen and make India a net exporter of the fuel. The mission has laid out a target to develop the green hydrogen production capacity of at least 5 MMT (Million Metric Tonnes) per annum. This is alongside adding renewable energy capacity of about 125 GW (gigawatt) in the country. This will entail the decarbonisation of the industrial, mobility and energy sectors; reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels and feedstock; developing indigenous manufacturing capabilities; creating employment opportunities; and developing new technologies such as efficient fuel cells. By 2030, the Centre hopes its investments will bring in investments worth Rs. 8 trillion and create over six lakh jobs. Moreover about 50 MMT per annum of CO2 emissions are expected to be averted by 2030. As per its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) to meeting the goals of the Paris Agreement, India has committed to reduce emissions intensity of its GDP by 45% by 2030, from 2005 levels. Several major industrial houses have announced plans to facilitate India's adoption of green hydrogen. However, they are all premised on India being able to access a reliable stream of components, upgrading the manufacturing and skill levels of its small and medium manufacturing enterprises and developing a transmission network that can supply the hydrogen produced from supply-spots to industrial centres across the country. Many advanced economies, which have also announced plans and policies to develop such an economy and given their advanced industrial infrastructure, can steal a march over India. Green hydrogen development is still in the nascent stages globally and while India can take the lead in being a major producer, provided it develops the necessary infrastructure to execute all these intermediary steps.

As per the passage, what is the appropriate meaning of the sentence given below : - The plan to adopt Green Hydrogen is premised on India being able to access a reliable stream of components.

India cannot adopt Green Hydrogen as it doesn't have the required infrastructure.

India can only adopt Green Hydrogen when it develops its infrastructure required for it.

India makes plans but doesn't implement them.

India needs to reconsider adoption of Green Hydrogen Programme.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q729:

1 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

"This is the most powerful, meaningful work we have seen', the famous artist exclaimed to the crowd. 'This is a picture of what could have been a dystopian future. One which offers no hope. However, students, do you see how it has been torn up and repositioned ? This signifies that our visionary here, Kabir, has refused to accept any ugly forecast. His picture tells us that we can tear it up and start afresh. Think afresh. Find new solutions. Think of extraordinary ways to make it a more beautiful world. Thank you Kabir". Principal De murmured too, 'Thank you, Kabir.' She was, however, on the microphone, and therefore the whole crowd of students followed her lead. Hundreds of young voices rang out as one. 'Thank you, Kabir.' Kabir stood there and grinned. He waved his trophy. He bowed. He did a namaste. When the applause did not die down, he even did a couple of cartwheels.

What inspired the speaker to find new solutions and extraordinary ways of thinking ?

Kabir's Photo

The picture made by Kabir

Kabir's trophy

The ugly forecast

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q730:

1 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

"This is the most powerful, meaningful work we have seen', the famous artist exclaimed to the crowd. 'This is a picture of what could have been a dystopian future. One which offers no hope. However, students, do you see how it has been torn up and repositioned ? This signifies that our visionary here, Kabir, has refused to accept any ugly forecast. His picture tells us that we can tear it up and start afresh. Think afresh. Find new solutions. Think of extraordinary ways to make it a more beautiful world. Thank you Kabir". Principal De murmured too, 'Thank you, Kabir.' She was, however, on the microphone, and therefore the whole crowd of students followed her lead. Hundreds of young voices rang out as one. 'Thank you, Kabir.' Kabir stood there and grinned. He waved his trophy. He bowed. He did a namaste. When the applause did not die down, he even did a couple of cartwheels.

What had the young visionary refused to accept ?

thinking afresh

a new start

any ugly forecast

new solutions

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q731:

1 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

"This is the most powerful, meaningful work we have seen', the famous artist exclaimed to the crowd. 'This is a picture of what could have been a dystopian future. One which offers no hope. However, students, do you see how it has been torn up and repositioned ? This signifies that our visionary here, Kabir, has refused to accept any ugly forecast. His picture tells us that we can tear it up and start afresh. Think afresh. Find new solutions. Think of extraordinary ways to make it a more beautiful world. Thank you Kabir". Principal De murmured too, 'Thank you, Kabir.' She was, however, on the microphone, and therefore the whole crowd of students followed her lead. Hundreds of young voices rang out as one. 'Thank you, Kabir.' Kabir stood there and grinned. He waved his trophy. He bowed. He did a namaste. When the applause did not die down, he even did a couple of cartwheels.

Kabir did a couple of cartwheels because he was : -

overwhelmed

nervous

confused

ashamed

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q732:

1 June Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

"This is the most powerful, meaningful work we have seen', the famous artist exclaimed to the crowd. 'This is a picture of what could have been a dystopian future. One which offers no hope. However, students, do you see how it has been torn up and repositioned ? This signifies that our visionary here, Kabir, has refused to accept any ugly forecast. His picture tells us that we can tear it up and start afresh. Think afresh. Find new solutions. Think of extraordinary ways to make it a more beautiful world. Thank you Kabir". Principal De murmured too, 'Thank you, Kabir.' She was, however, on the microphone, and therefore the whole crowd of students followed her lead. Hundreds of young voices rang out as one. 'Thank you, Kabir.' Kabir stood there and grinned. He waved his trophy. He bowed. He did a namaste. When the applause did not die down, he even did a couple of cartwheels.

What positive message can one gather from the given passage ? Select the most appropriate option : -

Our future is 'dystopian'.

Future offers no hope.

We should refuse to accept anything which is ugly.

There is always a possibility to think of extraordinary ways to find new solutions.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q733:

1 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Everyone knows that a messy home is an unhealthy home. You always rid your kitchen of trash and provide a clean environment for your family to live in; however, many people neglect their own bodies when it comes to waste management. A detox can help internal body waste removal. A detox cuts out all unnatural and unhealthy substances like caffeine and sugar. This allows your body to purge toxins that drag you down throughout the day. The body's organs can function at full capacity when you are not inundating them with chemicals. This alone boosts your metabolism and causes your body to work harder on your daily task and reduces its need to waste energy on bodily functions. The colon is one of the most important organs in your body and its job is to help your body remove waste. Eating processed food over the years causes your colon to back up and become filled with waste. This back-up releases waste toxins and nasty bacteria into your body. With a detox you flush out your colon, allowing it to catch up and work properly. Your liver is with you every time you need to burn fat and clean up the body. It's like a living sponge and soaks up all the toxins. By drinking plenty of water with your detox you can remove a lot of the fatty cells in your liver. Unfortunately we live in a society where many people are overweight and as you may already know, this can bring on chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. Fortunately you can lose weight faster than ever with a detox program and here is why: When you detox, you primarily eat all organic substances that contain little to no fats or artificial sweeteners. This cuts your average calorie intake drastically.

Fatty cells in the liver can be detoxed by :

drinking water

taking caffeine

eating processed food

sleeping

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q734:

1 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Everyone knows that a messy home is an unhealthy home. You always rid your kitchen of trash and provide a clean environment for your family to live in; however, many people neglect their own bodies when it comes to waste management. A detox can help internal body waste removal. A detox cuts out all unnatural and unhealthy substances like caffeine and sugar. This allows your body to purge toxins that drag you down throughout the day. The body's organs can function at full capacity when you are not inundating them with chemicals. This alone boosts your metabolism and causes your body to work harder on your daily task and reduces its need to waste energy on bodily functions. The colon is one of the most important organs in your body and its job is to help your body remove waste. Eating processed food over the years causes your colon to back up and become filled with waste. This back-up releases waste toxins and nasty bacteria into your body. With a detox you flush out your colon, allowing it to catch up and work properly. Your liver is with you every time you need to burn fat and clean up the body. It's like a living sponge and soaks up all the toxins. By drinking plenty of water with your detox you can remove a lot of the fatty cells in your liver. Unfortunately we live in a society where many people are overweight and as you may already know, this can bring on chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. Fortunately you can lose weight faster than ever with a detox program and here is why: When you detox, you primarily eat all organic substances that contain little to no fats or artificial sweeteners. This cuts your average calorie intake drastically.

The metabolism of the body's organs can be boosted by removing :

Physical substances

Organic food

Artificial sweetness

Chemical substance

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q735:

1 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Everyone knows that a messy home is an unhealthy home. You always rid your kitchen of trash and provide a clean environment for your family to live in; however, many people neglect their own bodies when it comes to waste management. A detox can help internal body waste removal. A detox cuts out all unnatural and unhealthy substances like caffeine and sugar. This allows your body to purge toxins that drag you down throughout the day. The body's organs can function at full capacity when you are not inundating them with chemicals. This alone boosts your metabolism and causes your body to work harder on your daily task and reduces its need to waste energy on bodily functions. The colon is one of the most important organs in your body and its job is to help your body remove waste. Eating processed food over the years causes your colon to back up and become filled with waste. This back-up releases waste toxins and nasty bacteria into your body. With a detox you flush out your colon, allowing it to catch up and work properly. Your liver is with you every time you need to burn fat and clean up the body. It's like a living sponge and soaks up all the toxins. By drinking plenty of water with your detox you can remove a lot of the fatty cells in your liver. Unfortunately we live in a society where many people are overweight and as you may already know, this can bring on chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. Fortunately you can lose weight faster than ever with a detox program and here is why: When you detox, you primarily eat all organic substances that contain little to no fats or artificial sweeteners. This cuts your average calorie intake drastically.

The most important organ in the human body which helps in removing the waste is :

nose

mouth

colon

liver

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q736:

1 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Everyone knows that a messy home is an unhealthy home. You always rid your kitchen of trash and provide a clean environment for your family to live in; however, many people neglect their own bodies when it comes to waste management. A detox can help internal body waste removal. A detox cuts out all unnatural and unhealthy substances like caffeine and sugar. This allows your body to purge toxins that drag you down throughout the day. The body's organs can function at full capacity when you are not inundating them with chemicals. This alone boosts your metabolism and causes your body to work harder on your daily task and reduces its need to waste energy on bodily functions. The colon is one of the most important organs in your body and its job is to help your body remove waste. Eating processed food over the years causes your colon to back up and become filled with waste. This back-up releases waste toxins and nasty bacteria into your body. With a detox you flush out your colon, allowing it to catch up and work properly. Your liver is with you every time you need to burn fat and clean up the body. It's like a living sponge and soaks up all the toxins. By drinking plenty of water with your detox you can remove a lot of the fatty cells in your liver. Unfortunately we live in a society where many people are overweight and as you may already know, this can bring on chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes. Fortunately you can lose weight faster than ever with a detox program and here is why: When you detox, you primarily eat all organic substances that contain little to no fats or artificial sweeteners. This cuts your average calorie intake drastically.

The average caloric intake can be reduced by eating organic substances which must contain little amount of :

Protein

Fat

Vitamin

Oil

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q737:

1 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Rusty was a quiet, imaginative child who loved the natural world. He had grown up in the hills with his grandparents and had never known his parents. When his grandparents died, Rusty was sent to live with his father in the city. Rusty struggled to adapt to life in the city, missing the peace and quiet of the hills. He found solace in exploring the city's parks and gardens, and in spending time with his new friend Somi. One day, while exploring a part, Rusty came across a group of monkeys. He was fascinated by their antics and spent hours watching them. As Rusty grew older, he continued to struggle with city life. He found himself yearning for the hills more and more, and eventually decided to return to his grandfather's house. He was surprised to find that the house had been sold, but he was welcomed back by the new owners, a kind couple who had heard about Rusty from his grandfather. Rusty was thrilled to be back in the hills, surrounded by nature once again. He spent his days exploring the forests and meadows, and made friends with the local wildlife. He also began to write stories about his experiences, and his writing talent was soon discovered by a publisher. Rusty went on to become a successful writer, but he never forgot the lessons he had learned in the hills about the importance of nature and the simple pleasure of life.

Where did Rusty grow up ?

in the city

in the country side

in the hills

in a forest

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q738:

1 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Rusty was a quiet, imaginative child who loved the natural world. He had grown up in the hills with his grandparents and had never known his parents. When his grandparents died, Rusty was sent to live with his father in the city. Rusty struggled to adapt to life in the city, missing the peace and quiet of the hills. He found solace in exploring the city's parks and gardens, and in spending time with his new friend Somi. One day, while exploring a part, Rusty came across a group of monkeys. He was fascinated by their antics and spent hours watching them. As Rusty grew older, he continued to struggle with city life. He found himself yearning for the hills more and more, and eventually decided to return to his grandfather's house. He was surprised to find that the house had been sold, but he was welcomed back by the new owners, a kind couple who had heard about Rusty from his grandfather. Rusty was thrilled to be back in the hills, surrounded by nature once again. He spent his days exploring the forests and meadows, and made friends with the local wildlife. He also began to write stories about his experiences, and his writing talent was soon discovered by a publisher. Rusty went on to become a successful writer, but he never forgot the lessons he had learned in the hills about the importance of nature and the simple pleasure of life.

What did Rusty miss the most about the hills when he moved to the city ?

The hustle and bustle

The tall buildings

The natural world

The shopping malls

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q739:

1 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Rusty was a quiet, imaginative child who loved the natural world. He had grown up in the hills with his grandparents and had never known his parents. When his grandparents died, Rusty was sent to live with his father in the city. Rusty struggled to adapt to life in the city, missing the peace and quiet of the hills. He found solace in exploring the city's parks and gardens, and in spending time with his new friend Somi. One day, while exploring a part, Rusty came across a group of monkeys. He was fascinated by their antics and spent hours watching them. As Rusty grew older, he continued to struggle with city life. He found himself yearning for the hills more and more, and eventually decided to return to his grandfather's house. He was surprised to find that the house had been sold, but he was welcomed back by the new owners, a kind couple who had heard about Rusty from his grandfather. Rusty was thrilled to be back in the hills, surrounded by nature once again. He spent his days exploring the forests and meadows, and made friends with the local wildlife. He also began to write stories about his experiences, and his writing talent was soon discovered by a publisher. Rusty went on to become a successful writer, but he never forgot the lessons he had learned in the hills about the importance of nature and the simple pleasure of life.

Choose the options that does not help Rusty in becoming a successful writer :

fascinated by city life

lives peace and quiet

cherishes friendship with wildlife

enjoys simple pleasures

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q740:

1 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Rusty was a quiet, imaginative child who loved the natural world. He had grown up in the hills with his grandparents and had never known his parents. When his grandparents died, Rusty was sent to live with his father in the city. Rusty struggled to adapt to life in the city, missing the peace and quiet of the hills. He found solace in exploring the city's parks and gardens, and in spending time with his new friend Somi. One day, while exploring a part, Rusty came across a group of monkeys. He was fascinated by their antics and spent hours watching them. As Rusty grew older, he continued to struggle with city life. He found himself yearning for the hills more and more, and eventually decided to return to his grandfather's house. He was surprised to find that the house had been sold, but he was welcomed back by the new owners, a kind couple who had heard about Rusty from his grandfather. Rusty was thrilled to be back in the hills, surrounded by nature once again. He spent his days exploring the forests and meadows, and made friends with the local wildlife. He also began to write stories about his experiences, and his writing talent was soon discovered by a publisher. Rusty went on to become a successful writer, but he never forgot the lessons he had learned in the hills about the importance of nature and the simple pleasure of life.

What happened to Rusty's grandfather's house after his grandparents died ?

Rusty's father moved in

The house was sold

The house was abandoned

The house was destroyed

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q741:

1 June Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Rusty was a quiet, imaginative child who loved the natural world. He had grown up in the hills with his grandparents and had never known his parents. When his grandparents died, Rusty was sent to live with his father in the city. Rusty struggled to adapt to life in the city, missing the peace and quiet of the hills. He found solace in exploring the city's parks and gardens, and in spending time with his new friend Somi. One day, while exploring a part, Rusty came across a group of monkeys. He was fascinated by their antics and spent hours watching them. As Rusty grew older, he continued to struggle with city life. He found himself yearning for the hills more and more, and eventually decided to return to his grandfather's house. He was surprised to find that the house had been sold, but he was welcomed back by the new owners, a kind couple who had heard about Rusty from his grandfather. Rusty was thrilled to be back in the hills, surrounded by nature once again. He spent his days exploring the forests and meadows, and made friends with the local wildlife. He also began to write stories about his experiences, and his writing talent was soon discovered by a publisher. Rusty went on to become a successful writer, but he never forgot the lessons he had learned in the hills about the importance of nature and the simple pleasure of life.

Choose the options that does not help Rusty in becoming a successful writer :

Imaginative

nature - lover

talented

forgetfulness

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q742:

30 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

Ecotourism's principles clearly distinguish it from conventional mass tourism. Instead of classic tourist meccas, ecotourism seeks out remote locations with strict environmental protections and operates on a small scale. Tourists, businesses, and local residents are encouraged to minimize their impact on the environment by recycling materials, conserving energy and water, safely treating, human waste and properly disposing of garbage, using alternative energy, and building in a manner that fits in with natural surroundings. The financial benefits from ecotourism are passed on to the community through conservation projects, employment, partnerships and local participation in the development and management of local resources. Synonymous with "green" tourism, ecotourism promotes cultural sensitivity and respect for traditions and customs in order to avoid the kind of exploitation that has turned tribal ceremonies into side shows and relics into souvenirs. Last but not least, ecotourism plays a political role in its support of human rights and democracy. The popularity of ecotourism is a problem in itself. The original ecotourism numbers, deeply committed to conservation and actively engaged in cultural time, were willing to rough it out and go off the beaten path; but now the so-called en masse expect the comforts of home packaged in a pretty setting. A once honored treasure, it has become a commodity and a photo opportunity. Eco-tourists consume more resources and leave a larger impact on the environment. Operators require more land to accommodate this demand. As ecotourism spreads to every corner of the earth, it could end up defeating its original purposes.

According to the passage, Ecotourism : - (A) helps in restoring tradition and relics (B) does not encourage conservation of Environment (C) does not promote local business (D) is a kind of exploitation (E) supports human rights and democracy Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) Only

(B) and (C) Only

(C) Only

(A) and (E) Only

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q743:

30 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

Ecotourism's principles clearly distinguish it from conventional mass tourism. Instead of classic tourist meccas, ecotourism seeks out remote locations with strict environmental protections and operates on a small scale. Tourists, businesses, and local residents are encouraged to minimize their impact on the environment by recycling materials, conserving energy and water, safely treating, human waste and properly disposing of garbage, using alternative energy, and building in a manner that fits in with natural surroundings. The financial benefits from ecotourism are passed on to the community through conservation projects, employment, partnerships and local participation in the development and management of local resources. Synonymous with "green" tourism, ecotourism promotes cultural sensitivity and respect for traditions and customs in order to avoid the kind of exploitation that has turned tribal ceremonies into side shows and relics into souvenirs. Last but not least, ecotourism plays a political role in its support of human rights and democracy. The popularity of ecotourism is a problem in itself. The original ecotourism numbers, deeply committed to conservation and actively engaged in cultural time, were willing to rough it out and go off the beaten path; but now the so-called en masse expect the comforts of home packaged in a pretty setting. A once honored treasure, it has become a commodity and a photo opportunity. Eco-tourists consume more resources and leave a larger impact on the environment. Operators require more land to accommodate this demand. As ecotourism spreads to every corner of the earth, it could end up defeating its original purposes.

The political role played by ecotourism is to -

conserve environment

support human rights & democracy

give financial benefits

promote cultural sensitivity

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q744:

30 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

Ecotourism's principles clearly distinguish it from conventional mass tourism. Instead of classic tourist meccas, ecotourism seeks out remote locations with strict environmental protections and operates on a small scale. Tourists, businesses, and local residents are encouraged to minimize their impact on the environment by recycling materials, conserving energy and water, safely treating, human waste and properly disposing of garbage, using alternative energy, and building in a manner that fits in with natural surroundings. The financial benefits from ecotourism are passed on to the community through conservation projects, employment, partnerships and local participation in the development and management of local resources. Synonymous with "green" tourism, ecotourism promotes cultural sensitivity and respect for traditions and customs in order to avoid the kind of exploitation that has turned tribal ceremonies into side shows and relics into souvenirs. Last but not least, ecotourism plays a political role in its support of human rights and democracy. The popularity of ecotourism is a problem in itself. The original ecotourism numbers, deeply committed to conservation and actively engaged in cultural time, were willing to rough it out and go off the beaten path; but now the so-called en masse expect the comforts of home packaged in a pretty setting. A once honored treasure, it has become a commodity and a photo opportunity. Eco-tourists consume more resources and leave a larger impact on the environment. Operators require more land to accommodate this demand. As ecotourism spreads to every corner of the earth, it could end up defeating its original purposes.

Match List - I with List - II. | List - I | List - II | |---|---| | (A) Original Eco-tourists | (I) respect for traditions and customs | | (B) Green Tourism | (II) passed on to community through conservation projects | | (C) Financial Benefits of Ecotourism | (III) active cultural time | | (D) Eco operators | (IV) more land to accommodate the demand of ecotourists | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q745:

30 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

Ecotourism's principles clearly distinguish it from conventional mass tourism. Instead of classic tourist meccas, ecotourism seeks out remote locations with strict environmental protections and operates on a small scale. Tourists, businesses, and local residents are encouraged to minimize their impact on the environment by recycling materials, conserving energy and water, safely treating, human waste and properly disposing of garbage, using alternative energy, and building in a manner that fits in with natural surroundings. The financial benefits from ecotourism are passed on to the community through conservation projects, employment, partnerships and local participation in the development and management of local resources. Synonymous with "green" tourism, ecotourism promotes cultural sensitivity and respect for traditions and customs in order to avoid the kind of exploitation that has turned tribal ceremonies into side shows and relics into souvenirs. Last but not least, ecotourism plays a political role in its support of human rights and democracy. The popularity of ecotourism is a problem in itself. The original ecotourism numbers, deeply committed to conservation and actively engaged in cultural time, were willing to rough it out and go off the beaten path; but now the so-called en masse expect the comforts of home packaged in a pretty setting. A once honored treasure, it has become a commodity and a photo opportunity. Eco-tourists consume more resources and leave a larger impact on the environment. Operators require more land to accommodate this demand. As ecotourism spreads to every corner of the earth, it could end up defeating its original purposes.

Ecotourism does not operate on : (A) remote spaces (B) a large scale (C) environmental protection (D) the idea of respect for traditions (E) recycled material Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) and (E) Only

(B) Only

(C) Only

(A) and (B) Only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q746:

30 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

The great Roman orator, Cicero, in his celebrated treatise on Friendship, remarks with truth that it increases happiness and diminishes misery by the doubling of our joy and the dividing of our grief. When we do well, it is delightful to have friends who are so proud of our success that they receive as much pleasure from it as we do ourselves. For the friendless man the attainment of wealth, power, and honour is of little value. Such possessions contribute to our happiness most by enabling us to do good to others but if all those whom we are able to benefit are strangers, we take far less pleasure in our beneficence than if it were exerted on behalf of friends whose happiness is as dear to us as our own. Further, when we do our duty in spite of temptation, the mental satisfaction obtained from the approval of our conscience is heightened by the praise of our friends; for their judgement is as it were a second conscience, encouraging us in good and deterring us from evil. Our amusements have little zest and soon pall upon us if we engage in them in solitude, or with uncongenial companions, for whom we can feel no affection. Thus in every case our joys are rendered more intense and more permanent by being shared with friends. It is equally true that, as Cicero points out, friendship diminishes our misery by enabling us to share the burden of it with others. When fortune has inflicted a heavy unavoidable blow upon us, our grief is alleviated by friendly condolence, and by the thought that as long as friends are left to us, life is still worth living. But many misfortunes which threaten us are not inevitable and in escaping such misfortunes, the advice and active assistance of our friends may be invaluable. The friendless man stands alone, exposed, without protection, to his enemies and to the blows of fortune; but whoever has loyal friends is thereby provided with a strong defence against the worst that fortune can do to him.

For whom is the attainment of wealth, power and honour of little value ? Choose the Correct options :

The powerful man

The successful man

The friendless man

The unsuccessful man

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q747:

30 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The great Roman orator, Cicero, in his celebrated treatise on Friendship, remarks with truth that it increases happiness and diminishes misery by the doubling of our joy and the dividing of our grief. When we do well, it is delightful to have friends who are so proud of our success that they receive as much pleasure from it as we do ourselves. For the friendless man the attainment of wealth, power, and honour is of little value. Such possessions contribute to our happiness most by enabling us to do good to others but if all those whom we are able to benefit are strangers, we take far less pleasure in our beneficence than if it were exerted on behalf of friends whose happiness is as dear to us as our own. Further, when we do our duty in spite of temptation, the mental satisfaction obtained from the approval of our conscience is heightened by the praise of our friends; for their judgement is as it were a second conscience, encouraging us in good and deterring us from evil. Our amusements have little zest and soon pall upon us if we engage in them in solitude, or with uncongenial companions, for whom we can feel no affection. Thus in every case our joys are rendered more intense and more permanent by being shared with friends. It is equally true that, as Cicero points out, friendship diminishes our misery by enabling us to share the burden of it with others. When fortune has inflicted a heavy unavoidable blow upon us, our grief is alleviated by friendly condolence, and by the thought that as long as friends are left to us, life is still worth living. But many misfortunes which threaten us are not inevitable and in escaping such misfortunes, the advice and active assistance of our friends may be invaluable. The friendless man stands alone, exposed, without protection, to his enemies and to the blows of fortune; but whoever has loyal friends is thereby provided with a strong defence against the worst that fortune can do to him.

With reference to the passage above, which statement/statements are incorrect : (A) Our joys lose their charm if they are shared with friends. (B) Cicero celebrates 'friendship' by stating that it divides our grief. (C) The judgement of our friends is like a second conscience that deters us from good work. (D) Our joys become more permanent when shared with friends. (E) For a friendless man, attainment of wealth is of utmost value. Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A), (B) and (C) Only

(B), (C) and (E) Only

(A), (C) and (E) Only

(C), (D) and (E) Only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q748:

30 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The great Roman orator, Cicero, in his celebrated treatise on Friendship, remarks with truth that it increases happiness and diminishes misery by the doubling of our joy and the dividing of our grief. When we do well, it is delightful to have friends who are so proud of our success that they receive as much pleasure from it as we do ourselves. For the friendless man the attainment of wealth, power, and honour is of little value. Such possessions contribute to our happiness most by enabling us to do good to others but if all those whom we are able to benefit are strangers, we take far less pleasure in our beneficence than if it were exerted on behalf of friends whose happiness is as dear to us as our own. Further, when we do our duty in spite of temptation, the mental satisfaction obtained from the approval of our conscience is heightened by the praise of our friends; for their judgement is as it were a second conscience, encouraging us in good and deterring us from evil. Our amusements have little zest and soon pall upon us if we engage in them in solitude, or with uncongenial companions, for whom we can feel no affection. Thus in every case our joys are rendered more intense and more permanent by being shared with friends. It is equally true that, as Cicero points out, friendship diminishes our misery by enabling us to share the burden of it with others. When fortune has inflicted a heavy unavoidable blow upon us, our grief is alleviated by friendly condolence, and by the thought that as long as friends are left to us, life is still worth living. But many misfortunes which threaten us are not inevitable and in escaping such misfortunes, the advice and active assistance of our friends may be invaluable. The friendless man stands alone, exposed, without protection, to his enemies and to the blows of fortune; but whoever has loyal friends is thereby provided with a strong defence against the worst that fortune can do to him.

With reference to the passage above, which sentence/statements are correct : (A) Friendship increases our misery by enabling us to share the burden. (B) Cicero thinks that friendship can double our joy. (C) Our amusements will have little zest if we engage in them with congenial companions. (D) To escape many misfortunes, the advice of our friends may be invaluable. (E) A friendless man is always firm and self confident. Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(B), (D) and (E) Only

(A), (B) and (D) Only

(B), (C) and (D) Only

(B) and (D) Only

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q749:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Trees give shade for the benefit of others and while they themselves stand in the sun and endure scorching heat, they produce the fruit by which others profit. The character of good men is like that of trees. What is the use of this perishable body, if no use of it is made, for the benefit of mankind ? Sandalwood—the more it is rubbed the more scent does it yield. Sugarcane-the more it is peeled and cut into pieces, the more juice does it produce. Gold—the more it is burnt, the more brightly does it shine. The men who are noble at heart do not lose these qualities even in the face of death. What does it matter whether men praise them or not ? What difference does it make whether riches abide with them or not ? What does it signify whether they die at this moment or whether their lives are prolonged ? Whatever may happen, those who tread on the right path will not set foot in any other. Life itself is unprofitable to a man who does not live for others. Those who lay down their lives for the sake of a friend, or even for the sake of a stranger, will assuredly dwell forever in a world of bliss.

Why is the character of a good man compared to a tree ? The character of a good man is compared to a tree because :

both are living beings

both have perishable bodies

both live for the benefit of others

both are social beings

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q750:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Trees give shade for the benefit of others and while they themselves stand in the sun and endure scorching heat, they produce the fruit by which others profit. The character of good men is like that of trees. What is the use of this perishable body, if no use of it is made, for the benefit of mankind ? Sandalwood—the more it is rubbed the more scent does it yield. Sugarcane-the more it is peeled and cut into pieces, the more juice does it produce. Gold—the more it is burnt, the more brightly does it shine. The men who are noble at heart do not lose these qualities even in the face of death. What does it matter whether men praise them or not ? What difference does it make whether riches abide with them or not ? What does it signify whether they die at this moment or whether their lives are prolonged ? Whatever may happen, those who tread on the right path will not set foot in any other. Life itself is unprofitable to a man who does not live for others. Those who lay down their lives for the sake of a friend, or even for the sake of a stranger, will assuredly dwell forever in a world of bliss.

Complete the given statement : Life itself is not profitable to a man who :

does not praise others

does not live for others

does not endure scorching heat

is not noble at heart

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q751:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Trees give shade for the benefit of others and while they themselves stand in the sun and endure scorching heat, they produce the fruit by which others profit. The character of good men is like that of trees. What is the use of this perishable body, if no use of it is made, for the benefit of mankind ? Sandalwood—the more it is rubbed the more scent does it yield. Sugarcane-the more it is peeled and cut into pieces, the more juice does it produce. Gold—the more it is burnt, the more brightly does it shine. The men who are noble at heart do not lose these qualities even in the face of death. What does it matter whether men praise them or not ? What difference does it make whether riches abide with them or not ? What does it signify whether they die at this moment or whether their lives are prolonged ? Whatever may happen, those who tread on the right path will not set foot in any other. Life itself is unprofitable to a man who does not live for others. Those who lay down their lives for the sake of a friend, or even for the sake of a stranger, will assuredly dwell forever in a world of bliss.

Choose the statements that are correct from the options given below : (A) Sandalwood gives more scent when rubbed (B) Gold shines more brightly when burnt (C) People who tread the right path need praise (D) Trees and Human beings work hard for others (E) Helping a stranger will make you happy

(A) and (B) Only

(A), (B) and (C) Only

(C) and (D) Only

(D) and (E) Only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q752:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Trees give shade for the benefit of others and while they themselves stand in the sun and endure scorching heat, they produce the fruit by which others profit. The character of good men is like that of trees. What is the use of this perishable body, if no use of it is made, for the benefit of mankind ? Sandalwood—the more it is rubbed the more scent does it yield. Sugarcane-the more it is peeled and cut into pieces, the more juice does it produce. Gold—the more it is burnt, the more brightly does it shine. The men who are noble at heart do not lose these qualities even in the face of death. What does it matter whether men praise them or not ? What difference does it make whether riches abide with them or not ? What does it signify whether they die at this moment or whether their lives are prolonged ? Whatever may happen, those who tread on the right path will not set foot in any other. Life itself is unprofitable to a man who does not live for others. Those who lay down their lives for the sake of a friend, or even for the sake of a stranger, will assuredly dwell forever in a world of bliss.

Complete the given sentence by choosing the appropriate options : One can be assured to dwell forever in the world of bliss by :

standing in the sun and enduring scorching heat

praising others often.

laying down ones life for the benefit of others.

not interfering in the path of others.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q753:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Ocean water plays an indispensable role in supporting life. The great ocean basins hold about 300 million cubic miles of water. From the vast amount, about 80,000 cubic miles of water are sucked into the atmosphere each year in evaporation and returned by precipitation and drainage to the ocean. More than 24,000 cubic miles of rain descend annually upon the continents. This vast amount is required to replenish the lakes and streams, springs and water tables on which all flora and fauna are dependent. Thus, the hydrosphere permits organic existence. The hydrosphere has strange characteristics because water has properties unlike those of any other liquid. One anomaly is that water upon freezing expands by about 9 percent, whereas most other liquids contract on cooling. For this reason, ice floats on water bodies instead of sinking to the bottom. If the ice sank, the atmosphere would soon be frozen solidly, except for a thin layer of surface melt water during the summer season. Thus, all aquatic life would be destroyed and the interchange of warm and cold currents, which moderates climates, would be notably absent. Another outstanding characteristic of water is that water has a heat capacity which is the highest of all liquids and solids except ammonia. This characteristic enables the oceans to absorb and store vast quantities of heat, thereby often preventing climatic extremes. In addition, water dissolves more substances than any other liquid. It is this characteristic which helps make oceans a great storehouse for minerals which have been washed down from the continents. In several areas of the world these minerals are being commercially exploited. Solar evaporation of salt is widely practiced; potash is extracted from the Dead Sea; and magnesium is produced from sea water along the American Gulf Coast.

Which of the following is correct ? According to the passage, the hydrosphere is not :

responsible for all forms of life

able to modify weather

a source of natural resources

in danger of freezing over

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q754:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Ocean water plays an indispensable role in supporting life. The great ocean basins hold about 300 million cubic miles of water. From the vast amount, about 80,000 cubic miles of water are sucked into the atmosphere each year in evaporation and returned by precipitation and drainage to the ocean. More than 24,000 cubic miles of rain descend annually upon the continents. This vast amount is required to replenish the lakes and streams, springs and water tables on which all flora and fauna are dependent. Thus, the hydrosphere permits organic existence. The hydrosphere has strange characteristics because water has properties unlike those of any other liquid. One anomaly is that water upon freezing expands by about 9 percent, whereas most other liquids contract on cooling. For this reason, ice floats on water bodies instead of sinking to the bottom. If the ice sank, the atmosphere would soon be frozen solidly, except for a thin layer of surface melt water during the summer season. Thus, all aquatic life would be destroyed and the interchange of warm and cold currents, which moderates climates, would be notably absent. Another outstanding characteristic of water is that water has a heat capacity which is the highest of all liquids and solids except ammonia. This characteristic enables the oceans to absorb and store vast quantities of heat, thereby often preventing climatic extremes. In addition, water dissolves more substances than any other liquid. It is this characteristic which helps make oceans a great storehouse for minerals which have been washed down from the continents. In several areas of the world these minerals are being commercially exploited. Solar evaporation of salt is widely practiced; potash is extracted from the Dead Sea; and magnesium is produced from sea water along the American Gulf Coast.

The reason that fish can survive in the oceans is because

they do need oxygen

ice floats on the surface of the oceans

evaporation and condensation create a water cycle

there are currents in the ocean

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q755:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Ocean water plays an indispensable role in supporting life. The great ocean basins hold about 300 million cubic miles of water. From the vast amount, about 80,000 cubic miles of water are sucked into the atmosphere each year in evaporation and returned by precipitation and drainage to the ocean. More than 24,000 cubic miles of rain descend annually upon the continents. This vast amount is required to replenish the lakes and streams, springs and water tables on which all flora and fauna are dependent. Thus, the hydrosphere permits organic existence. The hydrosphere has strange characteristics because water has properties unlike those of any other liquid. One anomaly is that water upon freezing expands by about 9 percent, whereas most other liquids contract on cooling. For this reason, ice floats on water bodies instead of sinking to the bottom. If the ice sank, the atmosphere would soon be frozen solidly, except for a thin layer of surface melt water during the summer season. Thus, all aquatic life would be destroyed and the interchange of warm and cold currents, which moderates climates, would be notably absent. Another outstanding characteristic of water is that water has a heat capacity which is the highest of all liquids and solids except ammonia. This characteristic enables the oceans to absorb and store vast quantities of heat, thereby often preventing climatic extremes. In addition, water dissolves more substances than any other liquid. It is this characteristic which helps make oceans a great storehouse for minerals which have been washed down from the continents. In several areas of the world these minerals are being commercially exploited. Solar evaporation of salt is widely practiced; potash is extracted from the Dead Sea; and magnesium is produced from sea water along the American Gulf Coast.

The author's main purpose in the given passage is to :

describe the properties and uses of water

illustrate the importance of conserving water

explain how water is used in commerce and industry

reveal the extent of the earth's ocean masses

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q756:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Ocean water plays an indispensable role in supporting life. The great ocean basins hold about 300 million cubic miles of water. From the vast amount, about 80,000 cubic miles of water are sucked into the atmosphere each year in evaporation and returned by precipitation and drainage to the ocean. More than 24,000 cubic miles of rain descend annually upon the continents. This vast amount is required to replenish the lakes and streams, springs and water tables on which all flora and fauna are dependent. Thus, the hydrosphere permits organic existence. The hydrosphere has strange characteristics because water has properties unlike those of any other liquid. One anomaly is that water upon freezing expands by about 9 percent, whereas most other liquids contract on cooling. For this reason, ice floats on water bodies instead of sinking to the bottom. If the ice sank, the atmosphere would soon be frozen solidly, except for a thin layer of surface melt water during the summer season. Thus, all aquatic life would be destroyed and the interchange of warm and cold currents, which moderates climates, would be notably absent. Another outstanding characteristic of water is that water has a heat capacity which is the highest of all liquids and solids except ammonia. This characteristic enables the oceans to absorb and store vast quantities of heat, thereby often preventing climatic extremes. In addition, water dissolves more substances than any other liquid. It is this characteristic which helps make oceans a great storehouse for minerals which have been washed down from the continents. In several areas of the world these minerals are being commercially exploited. Solar evaporation of salt is widely practiced; potash is extracted from the Dead Sea; and magnesium is produced from sea water along the American Gulf Coast.

Climatic extremes are preventable in Nature as water has :

the highest capacity to absorb and store heat

the capacity to dissolve many substances

the trait of expanding on freezing

the trait to moderate the currents

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q757:

30 May Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Ocean water plays an indispensable role in supporting life. The great ocean basins hold about 300 million cubic miles of water. From the vast amount, about 80,000 cubic miles of water are sucked into the atmosphere each year in evaporation and returned by precipitation and drainage to the ocean. More than 24,000 cubic miles of rain descend annually upon the continents. This vast amount is required to replenish the lakes and streams, springs and water tables on which all flora and fauna are dependent. Thus, the hydrosphere permits organic existence. The hydrosphere has strange characteristics because water has properties unlike those of any other liquid. One anomaly is that water upon freezing expands by about 9 percent, whereas most other liquids contract on cooling. For this reason, ice floats on water bodies instead of sinking to the bottom. If the ice sank, the atmosphere would soon be frozen solidly, except for a thin layer of surface melt water during the summer season. Thus, all aquatic life would be destroyed and the interchange of warm and cold currents, which moderates climates, would be notably absent. Another outstanding characteristic of water is that water has a heat capacity which is the highest of all liquids and solids except ammonia. This characteristic enables the oceans to absorb and store vast quantities of heat, thereby often preventing climatic extremes. In addition, water dissolves more substances than any other liquid. It is this characteristic which helps make oceans a great storehouse for minerals which have been washed down from the continents. In several areas of the world these minerals are being commercially exploited. Solar evaporation of salt is widely practiced; potash is extracted from the Dead Sea; and magnesium is produced from sea water along the American Gulf Coast.

Which of the following characteristics of water does the author mention in the passage ? (A) Water expands when it is frozen (B) Water is used as a condensing medium for thermal power plants. (C) Water is a good solvent (D) Water has lots of arsenic Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) only

(B) and (C)

(A) and (C)

(D) only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q758:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The phrase 'team building exercises' may be new but the reality is not. Its origins go back at least as far as the medieval tournaments. These provided knights with military training and the opportunity to make reputations. Individual jousting and hand-to hand combat came first. Then there were team events. In these, a group of knights fought against another group. These teams often stayed together and fought side-by-side in real battle. Team games today, such as football, baseball, cricket and hockey, are the distant descendants of such medieval tournaments. A crucial event in the movement from being a group to becoming a team can be the team building exercise. This can be based upon either (1) a substitute team task (for example, a business case study or a few days of outdoor activities) or (2) a real task (for example, going away for a weekend to plan company strategy). There are pros and cons to both approaches. The advantage of a substitute task type of event is that success or failure is not of paramount importance. Nor are there any technological or professional challenges to meet, so that people can concentrate on the essential issue of learning how to work more effectively together as a team.

Choose the correct meaning of the word 'Crucial' from the options given :

decisive

essential

insignificant

immature

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q759:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The phrase 'team building exercises' may be new but the reality is not. Its origins go back at least as far as the medieval tournaments. These provided knights with military training and the opportunity to make reputations. Individual jousting and hand-to hand combat came first. Then there were team events. In these, a group of knights fought against another group. These teams often stayed together and fought side-by-side in real battle. Team games today, such as football, baseball, cricket and hockey, are the distant descendants of such medieval tournaments. A crucial event in the movement from being a group to becoming a team can be the team building exercise. This can be based upon either (1) a substitute team task (for example, a business case study or a few days of outdoor activities) or (2) a real task (for example, going away for a weekend to plan company strategy). There are pros and cons to both approaches. The advantage of a substitute task type of event is that success or failure is not of paramount importance. Nor are there any technological or professional challenges to meet, so that people can concentrate on the essential issue of learning how to work more effectively together as a team.

Choose the option that is the Antonym of the word 'Descendent'

grandchildren

heir

ancestor

children

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q760:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The phrase 'team building exercises' may be new but the reality is not. Its origins go back at least as far as the medieval tournaments. These provided knights with military training and the opportunity to make reputations. Individual jousting and hand-to hand combat came first. Then there were team events. In these, a group of knights fought against another group. These teams often stayed together and fought side-by-side in real battle. Team games today, such as football, baseball, cricket and hockey, are the distant descendants of such medieval tournaments. A crucial event in the movement from being a group to becoming a team can be the team building exercise. This can be based upon either (1) a substitute team task (for example, a business case study or a few days of outdoor activities) or (2) a real task (for example, going away for a weekend to plan company strategy). There are pros and cons to both approaches. The advantage of a substitute task type of event is that success or failure is not of paramount importance. Nor are there any technological or professional challenges to meet, so that people can concentrate on the essential issue of learning how to work more effectively together as a team.

Match the task given in List - I with the appropriate example given in List - II. | List - I | List - II | | --- | --- | | (A) substitute team task | (I) eg. a few days of outdoor activities | | (B) knights did military trainings | (II) eg. plan company strategy | | (C) team events of group of knights | (III) eg. individual Jousting | | (D) real task | (IV) eg. real battle | Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q761:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The phrase 'team building exercises' may be new but the reality is not. Its origins go back at least as far as the medieval tournaments. These provided knights with military training and the opportunity to make reputations. Individual jousting and hand-to hand combat came first. Then there were team events. In these, a group of knights fought against another group. These teams often stayed together and fought side-by-side in real battle. Team games today, such as football, baseball, cricket and hockey, are the distant descendants of such medieval tournaments. A crucial event in the movement from being a group to becoming a team can be the team building exercise. This can be based upon either (1) a substitute team task (for example, a business case study or a few days of outdoor activities) or (2) a real task (for example, going away for a weekend to plan company strategy). There are pros and cons to both approaches. The advantage of a substitute task type of event is that success or failure is not of paramount importance. Nor are there any technological or professional challenges to meet, so that people can concentrate on the essential issue of learning how to work more effectively together as a team.

According to the passage, the reality of 'team-building exercise' is that, it is _______.

advanced

new

ancient

modern

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q762:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The phrase 'team building exercises' may be new but the reality is not. Its origins go back at least as far as the medieval tournaments. These provided knights with military training and the opportunity to make reputations. Individual jousting and hand-to hand combat came first. Then there were team events. In these, a group of knights fought against another group. These teams often stayed together and fought side-by-side in real battle. Team games today, such as football, baseball, cricket and hockey, are the distant descendants of such medieval tournaments. A crucial event in the movement from being a group to becoming a team can be the team building exercise. This can be based upon either (1) a substitute team task (for example, a business case study or a few days of outdoor activities) or (2) a real task (for example, going away for a weekend to plan company strategy). There are pros and cons to both approaches. The advantage of a substitute task type of event is that success or failure is not of paramount importance. Nor are there any technological or professional challenges to meet, so that people can concentrate on the essential issue of learning how to work more effectively together as a team.

According to the passage, a group of knights fought against another group in _______. (A) cricket (B) hockey (C) baseball (D) real battle Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(C) Only

(D) Only

(A) Only

(B) Only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q763:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

When things aren't going well, we tend to think we are lacking in something. But if we want to change our current situation, we should first part with something, before we look to acquire something else. This is a fundamental tenet of simple living. Discard your attachments. Let go of your assumptions. Reduce your possessions. Living simply is also about discarding your physical and mental burdens. It's amazing how refreshed we can feel after a good cry. Crying clears out whatever weight you were carrying in your heart. You feel energized to try again. I have always felt that the Buddhist concept of the 'enlightened mind' - the Japanese characters for which depict a 'clean mind' - refers to this 'refreshment' of the spirit. The act of discarding, of detaching from mental and physical burdens, from the baggage that weighs us down, is extremely difficult. Sometimes it can be accompanied by real pain, as when we part with someone who is dear to us. But if you want to improve the way things are, if you want to live with a light heart, you must start by discarding. The moment you detach, a new abundance will flow into your life.

What is the fundamental tenet of 'simple living ?'

Realising that we are lacking in something.

Feeling energised everyday.

The act of letting go.

The act of attaining enlightenment.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q764:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

When things aren't going well, we tend to think we are lacking in something. But if we want to change our current situation, we should first part with something, before we look to acquire something else. This is a fundamental tenet of simple living. Discard your attachments. Let go of your assumptions. Reduce your possessions. Living simply is also about discarding your physical and mental burdens. It's amazing how refreshed we can feel after a good cry. Crying clears out whatever weight you were carrying in your heart. You feel energized to try again. I have always felt that the Buddhist concept of the 'enlightened mind' - the Japanese characters for which depict a 'clean mind' - refers to this 'refreshment' of the spirit. The act of discarding, of detaching from mental and physical burdens, from the baggage that weighs us down, is extremely difficult. Sometimes it can be accompanied by real pain, as when we part with someone who is dear to us. But if you want to improve the way things are, if you want to live with a light heart, you must start by discarding. The moment you detach, a new abundance will flow into your life.

Which among the following give a similar context to the word 'part' as used in the fourth paragraph of the passage?

She is an essential part of the school.

Difficulties are part and parcel of life.

I am going to take part in the competition.

We must part our ways from the evil.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q765:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

When things aren't going well, we tend to think we are lacking in something. But if we want to change our current situation, we should first part with something, before we look to acquire something else. This is a fundamental tenet of simple living. Discard your attachments. Let go of your assumptions. Reduce your possessions. Living simply is also about discarding your physical and mental burdens. It's amazing how refreshed we can feel after a good cry. Crying clears out whatever weight you were carrying in your heart. You feel energized to try again. I have always felt that the Buddhist concept of the 'enlightened mind' - the Japanese characters for which depict a 'clean mind' - refers to this 'refreshment' of the spirit. The act of discarding, of detaching from mental and physical burdens, from the baggage that weighs us down, is extremely difficult. Sometimes it can be accompanied by real pain, as when we part with someone who is dear to us. But if you want to improve the way things are, if you want to live with a light heart, you must start by discarding. The moment you detach, a new abundance will flow into your life.

Which among the following provide similar meaning to the word 'discard' as used in paragraph 5 of the passage. (A) Detach (B) Let go (C) Derived (D) Disaster (E) Disadvantage Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) and (B) Only

(A) and (C) Only

(C) and (D) Only

(D) and (E) Only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q766:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

When things aren't going well, we tend to think we are lacking in something. But if we want to change our current situation, we should first part with something, before we look to acquire something else. This is a fundamental tenet of simple living. Discard your attachments. Let go of your assumptions. Reduce your possessions. Living simply is also about discarding your physical and mental burdens. It's amazing how refreshed we can feel after a good cry. Crying clears out whatever weight you were carrying in your heart. You feel energized to try again. I have always felt that the Buddhist concept of the 'enlightened mind' - the Japanese characters for which depict a 'clean mind' - refers to this 'refreshment' of the spirit. The act of discarding, of detaching from mental and physical burdens, from the baggage that weighs us down, is extremely difficult. Sometimes it can be accompanied by real pain, as when we part with someone who is dear to us. But if you want to improve the way things are, if you want to live with a light heart, you must start by discarding. The moment you detach, a new abundance will flow into your life.

What can be the appropriate title for the passage?

Detachment - A key to simple living

Enlightenment

Burdens are a part of life

Japanese way to improve

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q767:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

When things aren't going well, we tend to think we are lacking in something. But if we want to change our current situation, we should first part with something, before we look to acquire something else. This is a fundamental tenet of simple living. Discard your attachments. Let go of your assumptions. Reduce your possessions. Living simply is also about discarding your physical and mental burdens. It's amazing how refreshed we can feel after a good cry. Crying clears out whatever weight you were carrying in your heart. You feel energized to try again. I have always felt that the Buddhist concept of the 'enlightened mind' - the Japanese characters for which depict a 'clean mind' - refers to this 'refreshment' of the spirit. The act of discarding, of detaching from mental and physical burdens, from the baggage that weighs us down, is extremely difficult. Sometimes it can be accompanied by real pain, as when we part with someone who is dear to us. But if you want to improve the way things are, if you want to live with a light heart, you must start by discarding. The moment you detach, a new abundance will flow into your life.

According to the passage, what are the qualities of 'a good cry'? (A) A good cry makes you feel light and energized. (B) A good cry is a way of detaching and discarding the unpleasant. (C) A good cry is a sign of weakness. (D) A good cry makes you realise that crying is a waste of time. (E) A good cry is an illusion in the path of attaining enlightenment. Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(A) and (B) Only

(B) and (C) Only

(C) and (D) Only

(A) and (E) Only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q768:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

The Autobiography of a Horse. Now that I am getting old and stiff in the joints, I like to meditate, while grazing in the pasture, on my foal days. I think that was the happiest part of my life. I had no work to do, and could run about after my mother, who was a fine white Arab mare, without any restraint. Most of my time was spent in the fields, where I nibbled the tender grass and capered about, while my mother was steadily grazing. But that could not last for ever. When I was old enough, the trainer came and, to my great indignation, fastened a long rope to my head, and then began driving me round and round in circles with his long whip. I was frightened and angry, but he went on till I was so tired that I could scarcely stand. However, my mother told me that it was no use my resisting, and to make a long story short, I was at last thoroughly trained as a riding-horse. I was bought by a young officer as a polo pony, and I soon got to love the game. He was a kind master, and a good rider; and in the end I would do anything for him, and was quite proud when his side won the game. But he got into debt, and had to sell me; and I was bought by a gentleman and a lady who kept a buggy, and was trained to run in shafts. I hated this work; and I am afraid I gave a lot of trouble, by going as slowly as I could. When my driver gave me the whip, I started shying at any object on the road. And then I found that jibbing was a very good trick, and whenever I was whipped, I simply backed. My owner got disgusted at last, and sold me to a gentleman who was fond of hunting. I was delighted to get back to saddle-work; and thoroughly enjoyed my gallops with the hounds after the jackal in open country. But an accident put a stop to that jolly life; for one day my master pressed me to a big jump which I knew I could not do. I did my best but fell short, and fell. My master was thrown and broke his arm, and I badly sprained one of my legs. I was in hospital for weeks, and then was sold to a gentleman who wanted a quiet riding-horse. He was a kind master, and used me well; and I was in his service for a good number of years. Now that I am old, he gives me very little work, and I spend most of my time grazing in the pasture, and leading a quiet, contented life.

The word 'nibbled' as used in the passage means to _______.

take huge bites of food

take small bites of food

gulp away quickly

keep eating for a long duration of time

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q769:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The Autobiography of a Horse. Now that I am getting old and stiff in the joints, I like to meditate, while grazing in the pasture, on my foal days. I think that was the happiest part of my life. I had no work to do, and could run about after my mother, who was a fine white Arab mare, without any restraint. Most of my time was spent in the fields, where I nibbled the tender grass and capered about, while my mother was steadily grazing. But that could not last for ever. When I was old enough, the trainer came and, to my great indignation, fastened a long rope to my head, and then began driving me round and round in circles with his long whip. I was frightened and angry, but he went on till I was so tired that I could scarcely stand. However, my mother told me that it was no use my resisting, and to make a long story short, I was at last thoroughly trained as a riding-horse. I was bought by a young officer as a polo pony, and I soon got to love the game. He was a kind master, and a good rider; and in the end I would do anything for him, and was quite proud when his side won the game. But he got into debt, and had to sell me; and I was bought by a gentleman and a lady who kept a buggy, and was trained to run in shafts. I hated this work; and I am afraid I gave a lot of trouble, by going as slowly as I could. When my driver gave me the whip, I started shying at any object on the road. And then I found that jibbing was a very good trick, and whenever I was whipped, I simply backed. My owner got disgusted at last, and sold me to a gentleman who was fond of hunting. I was delighted to get back to saddle-work; and thoroughly enjoyed my gallops with the hounds after the jackal in open country. But an accident put a stop to that jolly life; for one day my master pressed me to a big jump which I knew I could not do. I did my best but fell short, and fell. My master was thrown and broke his arm, and I badly sprained one of my legs. I was in hospital for weeks, and then was sold to a gentleman who wanted a quiet riding-horse. He was a kind master, and used me well; and I was in his service for a good number of years. Now that I am old, he gives me very little work, and I spend most of my time grazing in the pasture, and leading a quiet, contented life.

Arrange the steps taken by the trainer in the correct order : (A) Made him move in circles. (B) Fastened him with a long rope. (C) Got him tired to an extent that he couldn't stand. (D) Made him angry and frightened. (E) Made him take his mother's advise and not resist. Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q770:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

The Autobiography of a Horse. Now that I am getting old and stiff in the joints, I like to meditate, while grazing in the pasture, on my foal days. I think that was the happiest part of my life. I had no work to do, and could run about after my mother, who was a fine white Arab mare, without any restraint. Most of my time was spent in the fields, where I nibbled the tender grass and capered about, while my mother was steadily grazing. But that could not last for ever. When I was old enough, the trainer came and, to my great indignation, fastened a long rope to my head, and then began driving me round and round in circles with his long whip. I was frightened and angry, but he went on till I was so tired that I could scarcely stand. However, my mother told me that it was no use my resisting, and to make a long story short, I was at last thoroughly trained as a riding-horse. I was bought by a young officer as a polo pony, and I soon got to love the game. He was a kind master, and a good rider; and in the end I would do anything for him, and was quite proud when his side won the game. But he got into debt, and had to sell me; and I was bought by a gentleman and a lady who kept a buggy, and was trained to run in shafts. I hated this work; and I am afraid I gave a lot of trouble, by going as slowly as I could. When my driver gave me the whip, I started shying at any object on the road. And then I found that jibbing was a very good trick, and whenever I was whipped, I simply backed. My owner got disgusted at last, and sold me to a gentleman who was fond of hunting. I was delighted to get back to saddle-work; and thoroughly enjoyed my gallops with the hounds after the jackal in open country. But an accident put a stop to that jolly life; for one day my master pressed me to a big jump which I knew I could not do. I did my best but fell short, and fell. My master was thrown and broke his arm, and I badly sprained one of my legs. I was in hospital for weeks, and then was sold to a gentleman who wanted a quiet riding-horse. He was a kind master, and used me well; and I was in his service for a good number of years. Now that I am old, he gives me very little work, and I spend most of my time grazing in the pasture, and leading a quiet, contented life.

Find out a word from the passage which means 'very happy'.

steadily

tired

disgusted

delighted

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q771:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Easy

The Autobiography of a Horse. Now that I am getting old and stiff in the joints, I like to meditate, while grazing in the pasture, on my foal days. I think that was the happiest part of my life. I had no work to do, and could run about after my mother, who was a fine white Arab mare, without any restraint. Most of my time was spent in the fields, where I nibbled the tender grass and capered about, while my mother was steadily grazing. But that could not last for ever. When I was old enough, the trainer came and, to my great indignation, fastened a long rope to my head, and then began driving me round and round in circles with his long whip. I was frightened and angry, but he went on till I was so tired that I could scarcely stand. However, my mother told me that it was no use my resisting, and to make a long story short, I was at last thoroughly trained as a riding-horse. I was bought by a young officer as a polo pony, and I soon got to love the game. He was a kind master, and a good rider; and in the end I would do anything for him, and was quite proud when his side won the game. But he got into debt, and had to sell me; and I was bought by a gentleman and a lady who kept a buggy, and was trained to run in shafts. I hated this work; and I am afraid I gave a lot of trouble, by going as slowly as I could. When my driver gave me the whip, I started shying at any object on the road. And then I found that jibbing was a very good trick, and whenever I was whipped, I simply backed. My owner got disgusted at last, and sold me to a gentleman who was fond of hunting. I was delighted to get back to saddle-work; and thoroughly enjoyed my gallops with the hounds after the jackal in open country. But an accident put a stop to that jolly life; for one day my master pressed me to a big jump which I knew I could not do. I did my best but fell short, and fell. My master was thrown and broke his arm, and I badly sprained one of my legs. I was in hospital for weeks, and then was sold to a gentleman who wanted a quiet riding-horse. He was a kind master, and used me well; and I was in his service for a good number of years. Now that I am old, he gives me very little work, and I spend most of my time grazing in the pasture, and leading a quiet, contented life.

Being old, the horse - (A) likes to meditate (B) enjoys being the polo horse (C) hunts with the hounds (D) is unsatisfied with his life (E) grazes in the pastures. Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(B) and (C) Only

(D) and (E) Only

(A) and (E) Only

(A) and (D) Only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q772:

24 May Shift 3

VA > Passage

Medium

The Autobiography of a Horse. Now that I am getting old and stiff in the joints, I like to meditate, while grazing in the pasture, on my foal days. I think that was the happiest part of my life. I had no work to do, and could run about after my mother, who was a fine white Arab mare, without any restraint. Most of my time was spent in the fields, where I nibbled the tender grass and capered about, while my mother was steadily grazing. But that could not last for ever. When I was old enough, the trainer came and, to my great indignation, fastened a long rope to my head, and then began driving me round and round in circles with his long whip. I was frightened and angry, but he went on till I was so tired that I could scarcely stand. However, my mother told me that it was no use my resisting, and to make a long story short, I was at last thoroughly trained as a riding-horse. I was bought by a young officer as a polo pony, and I soon got to love the game. He was a kind master, and a good rider; and in the end I would do anything for him, and was quite proud when his side won the game. But he got into debt, and had to sell me; and I was bought by a gentleman and a lady who kept a buggy, and was trained to run in shafts. I hated this work; and I am afraid I gave a lot of trouble, by going as slowly as I could. When my driver gave me the whip, I started shying at any object on the road. And then I found that jibbing was a very good trick, and whenever I was whipped, I simply backed. My owner got disgusted at last, and sold me to a gentleman who was fond of hunting. I was delighted to get back to saddle-work; and thoroughly enjoyed my gallops with the hounds after the jackal in open country. But an accident put a stop to that jolly life; for one day my master pressed me to a big jump which I knew I could not do. I did my best but fell short, and fell. My master was thrown and broke his arm, and I badly sprained one of my legs. I was in hospital for weeks, and then was sold to a gentleman who wanted a quiet riding-horse. He was a kind master, and used me well; and I was in his service for a good number of years. Now that I am old, he gives me very little work, and I spend most of my time grazing in the pasture, and leading a quiet, contented life.

Which trick, out of the options given below, was NOT a part of the horse's coping mechanism when he was whipped?

Jibbing

Galloping

Shying

Backing up

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q773:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the following questions. There is a lovely story of a tree and a little boy who used to play in its shade. They had become friends. One day, the boy sat leaning against the trunk of the tree, crying. He was hungry. "Eat my fruit" said the kind tree bending down one of its branches. The boy ate the fruit and was happy. The boy grew up. One day, he sat under the tree with an anxious look on his face. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "I am going to marry and I want a house to live in," said the young man. "Cut down my branches and build your house," said the tree. The young man built a house with the branches of the tree. The young man became a sailor. One day, he sat under the tree with a worried look. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "My captain is a cruel fellow. I want a ship of my own," said the sailor. "Cut down my trunk and build a ship." The sailor lost his ship and returned home as a helpless old man. On a cold winter's day, he stood where the tree once was, leaning on his stick and trembling with cold. "Make a fire of me, and warm yourself" said the stump of the tree. The stump of the unselfish tree burnt in the fire, softly humming a tune.

Match List I with List II | LIST I | | LIST II | | |---|---|---|---| | A. | The boy was crying | I. | wanted to own a ship of his own | | B. | The young man was anxious | II. | to marry and wanted a house of his own | | C. | The sailor was worried and | III. | because he was hungry | | D. | The stump of the beautiful, kind and the selfless tree | IV. | burnt in the fire | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q774:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the following questions. There is a lovely story of a tree and a little boy who used to play in its shade. They had become friends. One day, the boy sat leaning against the trunk of the tree, crying. He was hungry. "Eat my fruit" said the kind tree bending down one of its branches. The boy ate the fruit and was happy. The boy grew up. One day, he sat under the tree with an anxious look on his face. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "I am going to marry and I want a house to live in," said the young man. "Cut down my branches and build your house," said the tree. The young man built a house with the branches of the tree. The young man became a sailor. One day, he sat under the tree with a worried look. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "My captain is a cruel fellow. I want a ship of my own," said the sailor. "Cut down my trunk and build a ship." The sailor lost his ship and returned home as a helpless old man. On a cold winter's day, he stood where the tree once was, leaning on his stick and trembling with cold. "Make a fire of me, and warm yourself" said the stump of the tree. The stump of the unselfish tree burnt in the fire, softly humming a tune.

The two protagonists of the story are ______ (Select the correct option)

Both innocent and naive

One is intelligent and the other a fool

Both cunning and selfish

One of them is demanding and greedy, the other always generous, sensitive and supportive

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q775:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the following questions. There is a lovely story of a tree and a little boy who used to play in its shade. They had become friends. One day, the boy sat leaning against the trunk of the tree, crying. He was hungry. "Eat my fruit" said the kind tree bending down one of its branches. The boy ate the fruit and was happy. The boy grew up. One day, he sat under the tree with an anxious look on his face. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "I am going to marry and I want a house to live in," said the young man. "Cut down my branches and build your house," said the tree. The young man built a house with the branches of the tree. The young man became a sailor. One day, he sat under the tree with a worried look. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "My captain is a cruel fellow. I want a ship of my own," said the sailor. "Cut down my trunk and build a ship." The sailor lost his ship and returned home as a helpless old man. On a cold winter's day, he stood where the tree once was, leaning on his stick and trembling with cold. "Make a fire of me, and warm yourself" said the stump of the tree. The stump of the unselfish tree burnt in the fire, softly humming a tune.

How were the tree and the little boy related to each other? (Select the correct option)

They were close contenders in their race to survive

They were very close friends due to their very long association

They were colleagues as they work together

They were competitors in their need to fulfill their own needs.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q776:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage and answer the following questions. There is a lovely story of a tree and a little boy who used to play in its shade. They had become friends. One day, the boy sat leaning against the trunk of the tree, crying. He was hungry. "Eat my fruit" said the kind tree bending down one of its branches. The boy ate the fruit and was happy. The boy grew up. One day, he sat under the tree with an anxious look on his face. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "I am going to marry and I want a house to live in," said the young man. "Cut down my branches and build your house," said the tree. The young man built a house with the branches of the tree. The young man became a sailor. One day, he sat under the tree with a worried look. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "My captain is a cruel fellow. I want a ship of my own," said the sailor. "Cut down my trunk and build a ship." The sailor lost his ship and returned home as a helpless old man. On a cold winter's day, he stood where the tree once was, leaning on his stick and trembling with cold. "Make a fire of me, and warm yourself" said the stump of the tree. The stump of the unselfish tree burnt in the fire, softly humming a tune.

The story highlights a typical selfish human nature we are all familiar with. Identify it from the options given below:

Compassion and benevolence

Conservation of forests

Mindless greed to possess more and more wealth

Heartless and foolish exploitation of nature

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q777:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage and answer the following questions. There is a lovely story of a tree and a little boy who used to play in its shade. They had become friends. One day, the boy sat leaning against the trunk of the tree, crying. He was hungry. "Eat my fruit" said the kind tree bending down one of its branches. The boy ate the fruit and was happy. The boy grew up. One day, he sat under the tree with an anxious look on his face. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "I am going to marry and I want a house to live in," said the young man. "Cut down my branches and build your house," said the tree. The young man built a house with the branches of the tree. The young man became a sailor. One day, he sat under the tree with a worried look. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "My captain is a cruel fellow. I want a ship of my own," said the sailor. "Cut down my trunk and build a ship." The sailor lost his ship and returned home as a helpless old man. On a cold winter's day, he stood where the tree once was, leaning on his stick and trembling with cold. "Make a fire of me, and warm yourself" said the stump of the tree. The stump of the unselfish tree burnt in the fire, softly humming a tune.

"The stump of the unselfish tree burnt in the fire, softly humming a tune." means: (Select the right options from the given options)

Every tree sings when it is burnt.

The selfless tree felt no pain even in its accute suffering while dying, caring for others.

The frail and wonderful tree tried to forget its pain by humming

The tree was a fool and was humming as it did not realize that it was dying

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q778:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the following questions. There is a lovely story of a tree and a little boy who used to play in its shade. They had become friends. One day, the boy sat leaning against the trunk of the tree, crying. He was hungry. "Eat my fruit" said the kind tree bending down one of its branches. The boy ate the fruit and was happy. The boy grew up. One day, he sat under the tree with an anxious look on his face. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "I am going to marry and I want a house to live in," said the young man. "Cut down my branches and build your house," said the tree. The young man built a house with the branches of the tree. The young man became a sailor. One day, he sat under the tree with a worried look. "What is the matter?" asked the tree. "My captain is a cruel fellow. I want a ship of my own," said the sailor. "Cut down my trunk and build a ship." The sailor lost his ship and returned home as a helpless old man. On a cold winter's day, he stood where the tree once was, leaning on his stick and trembling with cold. "Make a fire of me, and warm yourself" said the stump of the tree. The stump of the unselfish tree burnt in the fire, softly humming a tune.

How would you define the relationship that the story illustrates. Select the correct answer from the following options.

It was a mutual symbiotic relationship.

It was a relationship based on deceit and treachery.

It was an one sided relationship where the tree loved, cared for and supported the boy till its end.

It was a disguised enmity.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q779:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

After reading the following passage, answer the questions which follow: I must say that, beyond occasionally exposing me to laughter, my constitutional shyness has been of no great disadvantage to me. In fact, I can see that, on the contrary, it has been all to my advantage. My hesitancy in speech, which was once an annoyance, is now a pleasure. Its greatest pleasure has been that it has taught me the economy of words. I have naturally formed the habit of restraining my thoughts. And I can now, give myself the certificate that a thoughtless word hardly ever escapes of my tongue or pen. I do not recollect ever having had to regret anything in my speech or writing. I have thus been spared many a mishap and waste of time. Experience has taught me that silence is part of the spiritual discipline of a votary of truth. Proneness to exaggerate, to suppress or modify the truth, wittingly or unwittingly, is a natural weakness of man and silence is necessary in order to surmount it. A man of few words will rarely be thoughtless in his speech; he will measure every word.

The author as a matured individual believes that his shy nature brought him ______ (Select the right answer from the options given below):

Great advantage in life

Unmatched joy and enchantment in life

Disadvantage while performing rituals

Media coverage

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q780:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

After reading the following passage, answer the questions which follow: I must say that, beyond occasionally exposing me to laughter, my constitutional shyness has been of no great disadvantage to me. In fact, I can see that, on the contrary, it has been all to my advantage. My hesitancy in speech, which was once an annoyance, is now a pleasure. Its greatest pleasure has been that it has taught me the economy of words. I have naturally formed the habit of restraining my thoughts. And I can now, give myself the certificate that a thoughtless word hardly ever escapes of my tongue or pen. I do not recollect ever having had to regret anything in my speech or writing. I have thus been spared many a mishap and waste of time. Experience has taught me that silence is part of the spiritual discipline of a votary of truth. Proneness to exaggerate, to suppress or modify the truth, wittingly or unwittingly, is a natural weakness of man and silence is necessary in order to surmount it. A man of few words will rarely be thoughtless in his speech; he will measure every word.

From the options given below, select the one which will appropriately answer the following question: The author due to his shy nature ______

Would aggressively attack any and every crowd around him

Worked hard to hide his stammer

Naturally formed the habit of restraining his thoughts

Became an ascetic.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q781:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

After reading the following passage, answer the questions which follow: I must say that, beyond occasionally exposing me to laughter, my constitutional shyness has been of no great disadvantage to me. In fact, I can see that, on the contrary, it has been all to my advantage. My hesitancy in speech, which was once an annoyance, is now a pleasure. Its greatest pleasure has been that it has taught me the economy of words. I have naturally formed the habit of restraining my thoughts. And I can now, give myself the certificate that a thoughtless word hardly ever escapes of my tongue or pen. I do not recollect ever having had to regret anything in my speech or writing. I have thus been spared many a mishap and waste of time. Experience has taught me that silence is part of the spiritual discipline of a votary of truth. Proneness to exaggerate, to suppress or modify the truth, wittingly or unwittingly, is a natural weakness of man and silence is necessary in order to surmount it. A man of few words will rarely be thoughtless in his speech; he will measure every word.

The author claims that ______ (Select the right answer from the options given below):

He has rarely even spoken a thoughtless word due to his shy nature

He always speaks without thinking because he is shy

As a shy individual, he has become prone to nightmares

His shy nature helped him become a great cricket player.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q782:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

After reading the following passage, answer the questions which follow: I must say that, beyond occasionally exposing me to laughter, my constitutional shyness has been of no great disadvantage to me. In fact, I can see that, on the contrary, it has been all to my advantage. My hesitancy in speech, which was once an annoyance, is now a pleasure. Its greatest pleasure has been that it has taught me the economy of words. I have naturally formed the habit of restraining my thoughts. And I can now, give myself the certificate that a thoughtless word hardly ever escapes of my tongue or pen. I do not recollect ever having had to regret anything in my speech or writing. I have thus been spared many a mishap and waste of time. Experience has taught me that silence is part of the spiritual discipline of a votary of truth. Proneness to exaggerate, to suppress or modify the truth, wittingly or unwittingly, is a natural weakness of man and silence is necessary in order to surmount it. A man of few words will rarely be thoughtless in his speech; he will measure every word.

From the options given below, select the one which will answer the following question: Experience has taught the author that ______

Silence is better than laughter to stay fit

Silence is part of the spiritual discipline

Silence is to be avoided at all costs

Silence can never be attained by man

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q783:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

After reading the following passage, answer the questions which follow: I must say that, beyond occasionally exposing me to laughter, my constitutional shyness has been of no great disadvantage to me. In fact, I can see that, on the contrary, it has been all to my advantage. My hesitancy in speech, which was once an annoyance, is now a pleasure. Its greatest pleasure has been that it has taught me the economy of words. I have naturally formed the habit of restraining my thoughts. And I can now, give myself the certificate that a thoughtless word hardly ever escapes of my tongue or pen. I do not recollect ever having had to regret anything in my speech or writing. I have thus been spared many a mishap and waste of time. Experience has taught me that silence is part of the spiritual discipline of a votary of truth. Proneness to exaggerate, to suppress or modify the truth, wittingly or unwittingly, is a natural weakness of man and silence is necessary in order to surmount it. A man of few words will rarely be thoughtless in his speech; he will measure every word.

Match List I with List II | LIST I | | LIST II | | |---|---|---|---| | A. | A man of few words will | I. | rarely be thoughtless in his speech | | B. | My hesitancy in speech | II. | was once an annoyance. | | C. | Proneness to exaggerate, modify and suppress that truth | III. | is a natural weakness in man | | D. | My shyness | IV. | occasionally exposed me to laughter | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q784:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

After reading the passage, answer the questions that follow: Unhappiness and discontent spring not only from poverty. Man is a strange creature, fundamentally different from other animals. He has far horizons, invincible hopes, creative energies, spiritual powers. If they are left undeveloped and unsatisfied, he may have all the comforts which wealth can give, but will still feel that life is not worthwhile. The great humanist writers, Shaw and Wells, Arnold Bennett and Galsworthy, who are regarded as the prophets of the dawn, expose the foibles, inconsistencies and weaknesses of modern life, but they ignore the deeper currents and sometimes misrepresent them. At any rate, they give nothing in their place. In the void left by the removal of tradition, morality and religion, others are putting in vague sentiments of race and power. The modern mind is shaped by Rousseau's Social Contract, Marx's Capital, Darwin's On the Origin of Species and Spengler's The Decline of the West. The outward chaos and confusion of our life reflect the confusion of our hearts and minds. Constitutions, says Plato, "are but the reflections in the outside world of the values which prevail in men's minds." There must be a change in the ideals we cherish, in the values we adopt, before we can give social expression to them. We help to secure the future only to the extent to which we ourselves are changed. What is missing in our age is the soul; there is nothing wrong with the body. We suffer from sickness of spirit. We must discover our roots in the eternal and regain faith in the transcendent truth which will order life, discipline discordant elements, and bring unity and purpose into it. If not, when the floods come and the winds blow and beat upon our houses, it will fall.

The author implies that if the eternal values and ideals are not regained, then ______ (Select the right option)

The world will be flooded

The sky will fall

The human civilization and society will be ruined forever

The earth will get sucked into a black hole

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q785:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

After reading the passage, answer the questions that follow: Unhappiness and discontent spring not only from poverty. Man is a strange creature, fundamentally different from other animals. He has far horizons, invincible hopes, creative energies, spiritual powers. If they are left undeveloped and unsatisfied, he may have all the comforts which wealth can give, but will still feel that life is not worthwhile. The great humanist writers, Shaw and Wells, Arnold Bennett and Galsworthy, who are regarded as the prophets of the dawn, expose the foibles, inconsistencies and weaknesses of modern life, but they ignore the deeper currents and sometimes misrepresent them. At any rate, they give nothing in their place. In the void left by the removal of tradition, morality and religion, others are putting in vague sentiments of race and power. The modern mind is shaped by Rousseau's Social Contract, Marx's Capital, Darwin's On the Origin of Species and Spengler's The Decline of the West. The outward chaos and confusion of our life reflect the confusion of our hearts and minds. Constitutions, says Plato, "are but the reflections in the outside world of the values which prevail in men's minds." There must be a change in the ideals we cherish, in the values we adopt, before we can give social expression to them. We help to secure the future only to the extent to which we ourselves are changed. What is missing in our age is the soul; there is nothing wrong with the body. We suffer from sickness of spirit. We must discover our roots in the eternal and regain faith in the transcendent truth which will order life, discipline discordant elements, and bring unity and purpose into it. If not, when the floods come and the winds blow and beat upon our houses, it will fall.

According to the author, the humanist writers have ignored ______ (Select the correct option)

The spiritual aspect of life

Religion and rituals

Cultural progress

Material welfare

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q786:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

After reading the passage, answer the questions that follow: Unhappiness and discontent spring not only from poverty. Man is a strange creature, fundamentally different from other animals. He has far horizons, invincible hopes, creative energies, spiritual powers. If they are left undeveloped and unsatisfied, he may have all the comforts which wealth can give, but will still feel that life is not worthwhile. The great humanist writers, Shaw and Wells, Arnold Bennett and Galsworthy, who are regarded as the prophets of the dawn, expose the foibles, inconsistencies and weaknesses of modern life, but they ignore the deeper currents and sometimes misrepresent them. At any rate, they give nothing in their place. In the void left by the removal of tradition, morality and religion, others are putting in vague sentiments of race and power. The modern mind is shaped by Rousseau's Social Contract, Marx's Capital, Darwin's On the Origin of Species and Spengler's The Decline of the West. The outward chaos and confusion of our life reflect the confusion of our hearts and minds. Constitutions, says Plato, "are but the reflections in the outside world of the values which prevail in men's minds." There must be a change in the ideals we cherish, in the values we adopt, before we can give social expression to them. We help to secure the future only to the extent to which we ourselves are changed. What is missing in our age is the soul; there is nothing wrong with the body. We suffer from sickness of spirit. We must discover our roots in the eternal and regain faith in the transcendent truth which will order life, discipline discordant elements, and bring unity and purpose into it. If not, when the floods come and the winds blow and beat upon our houses, it will fall.

According to the author, how is man different from other animals? (Select the correct option)

Because of his unique power of speech

In his hopes, creative-energies and spiritual powers

In money and the material achievements of man

In his physical prowess

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q787:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

After reading the passage, answer the questions that follow: Unhappiness and discontent spring not only from poverty. Man is a strange creature, fundamentally different from other animals. He has far horizons, invincible hopes, creative energies, spiritual powers. If they are left undeveloped and unsatisfied, he may have all the comforts which wealth can give, but will still feel that life is not worthwhile. The great humanist writers, Shaw and Wells, Arnold Bennett and Galsworthy, who are regarded as the prophets of the dawn, expose the foibles, inconsistencies and weaknesses of modern life, but they ignore the deeper currents and sometimes misrepresent them. At any rate, they give nothing in their place. In the void left by the removal of tradition, morality and religion, others are putting in vague sentiments of race and power. The modern mind is shaped by Rousseau's Social Contract, Marx's Capital, Darwin's On the Origin of Species and Spengler's The Decline of the West. The outward chaos and confusion of our life reflect the confusion of our hearts and minds. Constitutions, says Plato, "are but the reflections in the outside world of the values which prevail in men's minds." There must be a change in the ideals we cherish, in the values we adopt, before we can give social expression to them. We help to secure the future only to the extent to which we ourselves are changed. What is missing in our age is the soul; there is nothing wrong with the body. We suffer from sickness of spirit. We must discover our roots in the eternal and regain faith in the transcendent truth which will order life, discipline discordant elements, and bring unity and purpose into it. If not, when the floods come and the winds blow and beat upon our houses, it will fall.

According to the author, unhappiness and discontent spring from ______ Select the right option.

Poverty alone

Ignorance

Poverty along with the moral and spiritual degradation of man

Mental turmoil

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q788:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

After reading the passage, answer the questions that follow: Unhappiness and discontent spring not only from poverty. Man is a strange creature, fundamentally different from other animals. He has far horizons, invincible hopes, creative energies, spiritual powers. If they are left undeveloped and unsatisfied, he may have all the comforts which wealth can give, but will still feel that life is not worthwhile. The great humanist writers, Shaw and Wells, Arnold Bennett and Galsworthy, who are regarded as the prophets of the dawn, expose the foibles, inconsistencies and weaknesses of modern life, but they ignore the deeper currents and sometimes misrepresent them. At any rate, they give nothing in their place. In the void left by the removal of tradition, morality and religion, others are putting in vague sentiments of race and power. The modern mind is shaped by Rousseau's Social Contract, Marx's Capital, Darwin's On the Origin of Species and Spengler's The Decline of the West. The outward chaos and confusion of our life reflect the confusion of our hearts and minds. Constitutions, says Plato, "are but the reflections in the outside world of the values which prevail in men's minds." There must be a change in the ideals we cherish, in the values we adopt, before we can give social expression to them. We help to secure the future only to the extent to which we ourselves are changed. What is missing in our age is the soul; there is nothing wrong with the body. We suffer from sickness of spirit. We must discover our roots in the eternal and regain faith in the transcendent truth which will order life, discipline discordant elements, and bring unity and purpose into it. If not, when the floods come and the winds blow and beat upon our houses, it will fall.

Match List I with List II | LIST I | | LIST II | | |---|---|---|---| | A. | The strange creature man | I. | Social Contract | | B. | Prophets of dawn are | II. | Spiritual development | | C. | The famous book written by Rousseau | III. | is fundamentally different from other animals | | D. | Our age is missing out on | IV. | Shaw and Wells, Arnold and Galsworthy | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q789:

16 Sep Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

After reading the passage, answer the questions that follow: Unhappiness and discontent spring not only from poverty. Man is a strange creature, fundamentally different from other animals. He has far horizons, invincible hopes, creative energies, spiritual powers. If they are left undeveloped and unsatisfied, he may have all the comforts which wealth can give, but will still feel that life is not worthwhile. The great humanist writers, Shaw and Wells, Arnold Bennett and Galsworthy, who are regarded as the prophets of the dawn, expose the foibles, inconsistencies and weaknesses of modern life, but they ignore the deeper currents and sometimes misrepresent them. At any rate, they give nothing in their place. In the void left by the removal of tradition, morality and religion, others are putting in vague sentiments of race and power. The modern mind is shaped by Rousseau's Social Contract, Marx's Capital, Darwin's On the Origin of Species and Spengler's The Decline of the West. The outward chaos and confusion of our life reflect the confusion of our hearts and minds. Constitutions, says Plato, "are but the reflections in the outside world of the values which prevail in men's minds." There must be a change in the ideals we cherish, in the values we adopt, before we can give social expression to them. We help to secure the future only to the extent to which we ourselves are changed. What is missing in our age is the soul; there is nothing wrong with the body. We suffer from sickness of spirit. We must discover our roots in the eternal and regain faith in the transcendent truth which will order life, discipline discordant elements, and bring unity and purpose into it. If not, when the floods come and the winds blow and beat upon our houses, it will fall.

Despite enjoying all comforts that wealth can provide, man will still feel incomplete and unhappy, if ______ (Select the right option)

He is prevented from mingling in the society

His hopes, creative energies and spiritual powers are unsatisfied

He is deserted by his friends

He had failed to enroll in a Central University in India

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q790:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow: He was an old, man. So old that the skin of his hands looked like wrinkled parchment and he smelt peculiar. I could not see much more of him than his hands, because even in the high summer heat, he was completely covered in the folds of what looked like an ancient robe. My mother would have told me to stay clear of him. 'One never knows', she would have said 'one hears so many strange things'. My mother always hears vague, strange things that other people never seem to. But she was three thousand miles away, looking after my youngest aunt, who was about to have a baby, while I was spending my summer holidays here, at my grandmother's place. And I was angry and bored. What sort of holiday was this? My cousins were all busy with exams, or had some reason or the other for not coming. There was nobody to play with, no school tales to tell, no jokes to exchange. Instead, my grandmother was trying to teach me to cook and to stick to her rules because, according to her, I was no longer a child. I was now a regular young lady. How I hated it! I hated learning to cook, I hated the rules. Most of all, I hated the waste of a whole summer holiday in that dismal dusty town with no friends and nowhere to go, not even a library. The old man was sitting under a huge tree whose branches spread out like the spokes of an umbrella. He was staring ahead, as if he was looking out at sea, at sparkling white sailboats which were tracing disappearing patterns in the water, dipping and skimming, like dancers on ice skates. All I saw was a deserted roadside with the heat shimmering like broken bits of glass. 'Sit!' his voice rang out suddenly. My skin jumped. How had he seen me when I had come up from behind? 'Sit', he said again. 'Sit on the stone.' What stone? I looked around and saw a grey, flat stone, under the tree. I touched it. It was dry, and curiously enough, it felt cool. I sat on it. 'Close your eyes and listen,' he said I closed my eyes. I waited. What was I supposed to hear? 'A story,' his voice said. A story that will serve you.

Match list I with list II | List I | List II | |---|---| | A. The old man | I. was about to have a baby | | B. My mother | II. smelt peculiar and even the skin of his hands looked like wrinkled parchment | | C. My youngest aunt | III. always hears vague and strange things | | D. My cousins | IV. were busy with exams | Choose the correct answer from the option given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q791:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow: He was an old, man. So old that the skin of his hands looked like wrinkled parchment and he smelt peculiar. I could not see much more of him than his hands, because even in the high summer heat, he was completely covered in the folds of what looked like an ancient robe. My mother would have told me to stay clear of him. 'One never knows', she would have said 'one hears so many strange things'. My mother always hears vague, strange things that other people never seem to. But she was three thousand miles away, looking after my youngest aunt, who was about to have a baby, while I was spending my summer holidays here, at my grandmother's place. And I was angry and bored. What sort of holiday was this? My cousins were all busy with exams, or had some reason or the other for not coming. There was nobody to play with, no school tales to tell, no jokes to exchange. Instead, my grandmother was trying to teach me to cook and to stick to her rules because, according to her, I was no longer a child. I was now a regular young lady. How I hated it! I hated learning to cook, I hated the rules. Most of all, I hated the waste of a whole summer holiday in that dismal dusty town with no friends and nowhere to go, not even a library. The old man was sitting under a huge tree whose branches spread out like the spokes of an umbrella. He was staring ahead, as if he was looking out at sea, at sparkling white sailboats which were tracing disappearing patterns in the water, dipping and skimming, like dancers on ice skates. All I saw was a deserted roadside with the heat shimmering like broken bits of glass. 'Sit!' his voice rang out suddenly. My skin jumped. How had he seen me when I had come up from behind? 'Sit', he said again. 'Sit on the stone.' What stone? I looked around and saw a grey, flat stone, under the tree. I touched it. It was dry, and curiously enough, it felt cool. I sat on it. 'Close your eyes and listen,' he said I closed my eyes. I waited. What was I supposed to hear? 'A story,' his voice said. A story that will serve you.

The author was able to see only the hands of the old man because _________.

he was completely covered in the folds of an ancient robe

he was invisible

he was immersed inside the water

he was hiding behind a tree

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q792:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow: He was an old, man. So old that the skin of his hands looked like wrinkled parchment and he smelt peculiar. I could not see much more of him than his hands, because even in the high summer heat, he was completely covered in the folds of what looked like an ancient robe. My mother would have told me to stay clear of him. 'One never knows', she would have said 'one hears so many strange things'. My mother always hears vague, strange things that other people never seem to. But she was three thousand miles away, looking after my youngest aunt, who was about to have a baby, while I was spending my summer holidays here, at my grandmother's place. And I was angry and bored. What sort of holiday was this? My cousins were all busy with exams, or had some reason or the other for not coming. There was nobody to play with, no school tales to tell, no jokes to exchange. Instead, my grandmother was trying to teach me to cook and to stick to her rules because, according to her, I was no longer a child. I was now a regular young lady. How I hated it! I hated learning to cook, I hated the rules. Most of all, I hated the waste of a whole summer holiday in that dismal dusty town with no friends and nowhere to go, not even a library. The old man was sitting under a huge tree whose branches spread out like the spokes of an umbrella. He was staring ahead, as if he was looking out at sea, at sparkling white sailboats which were tracing disappearing patterns in the water, dipping and skimming, like dancers on ice skates. All I saw was a deserted roadside with the heat shimmering like broken bits of glass. 'Sit!' his voice rang out suddenly. My skin jumped. How had he seen me when I had come up from behind? 'Sit', he said again. 'Sit on the stone.' What stone? I looked around and saw a grey, flat stone, under the tree. I touched it. It was dry, and curiously enough, it felt cool. I sat on it. 'Close your eyes and listen,' he said I closed my eyes. I waited. What was I supposed to hear? 'A story,' his voice said. A story that will serve you.

Why was the author angry and bored during her summer holidays?

She was gives a lot of extra work to finish.

She had nobody to play with and no one with whom she could talk freely.

She was unable to go outside and enjoy nature.

She was not able to work with the old man.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q793:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow: He was an old, man. So old that the skin of his hands looked like wrinkled parchment and he smelt peculiar. I could not see much more of him than his hands, because even in the high summer heat, he was completely covered in the folds of what looked like an ancient robe. My mother would have told me to stay clear of him. 'One never knows', she would have said 'one hears so many strange things'. My mother always hears vague, strange things that other people never seem to. But she was three thousand miles away, looking after my youngest aunt, who was about to have a baby, while I was spending my summer holidays here, at my grandmother's place. And I was angry and bored. What sort of holiday was this? My cousins were all busy with exams, or had some reason or the other for not coming. There was nobody to play with, no school tales to tell, no jokes to exchange. Instead, my grandmother was trying to teach me to cook and to stick to her rules because, according to her, I was no longer a child. I was now a regular young lady. How I hated it! I hated learning to cook, I hated the rules. Most of all, I hated the waste of a whole summer holiday in that dismal dusty town with no friends and nowhere to go, not even a library. The old man was sitting under a huge tree whose branches spread out like the spokes of an umbrella. He was staring ahead, as if he was looking out at sea, at sparkling white sailboats which were tracing disappearing patterns in the water, dipping and skimming, like dancers on ice skates. All I saw was a deserted roadside with the heat shimmering like broken bits of glass. 'Sit!' his voice rang out suddenly. My skin jumped. How had he seen me when I had come up from behind? 'Sit', he said again. 'Sit on the stone.' What stone? I looked around and saw a grey, flat stone, under the tree. I touched it. It was dry, and curiously enough, it felt cool. I sat on it. 'Close your eyes and listen,' he said I closed my eyes. I waited. What was I supposed to hear? 'A story,' his voice said. A story that will serve you.

What was the impression of the author about her mother?

She felt that her mother was very talkative and annoying.

She felt that her mother used to hear vague, strange things.

She was appreciative of the fact that her mother was very supportive and caring.

She disapproved her mother being a hard task master.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q794:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow: He was an old, man. So old that the skin of his hands looked like wrinkled parchment and he smelt peculiar. I could not see much more of him than his hands, because even in the high summer heat, he was completely covered in the folds of what looked like an ancient robe. My mother would have told me to stay clear of him. 'One never knows', she would have said 'one hears so many strange things'. My mother always hears vague, strange things that other people never seem to. But she was three thousand miles away, looking after my youngest aunt, who was about to have a baby, while I was spending my summer holidays here, at my grandmother's place. And I was angry and bored. What sort of holiday was this? My cousins were all busy with exams, or had some reason or the other for not coming. There was nobody to play with, no school tales to tell, no jokes to exchange. Instead, my grandmother was trying to teach me to cook and to stick to her rules because, according to her, I was no longer a child. I was now a regular young lady. How I hated it! I hated learning to cook, I hated the rules. Most of all, I hated the waste of a whole summer holiday in that dismal dusty town with no friends and nowhere to go, not even a library. The old man was sitting under a huge tree whose branches spread out like the spokes of an umbrella. He was staring ahead, as if he was looking out at sea, at sparkling white sailboats which were tracing disappearing patterns in the water, dipping and skimming, like dancers on ice skates. All I saw was a deserted roadside with the heat shimmering like broken bits of glass. 'Sit!' his voice rang out suddenly. My skin jumped. How had he seen me when I had come up from behind? 'Sit', he said again. 'Sit on the stone.' What stone? I looked around and saw a grey, flat stone, under the tree. I touched it. It was dry, and curiously enough, it felt cool. I sat on it. 'Close your eyes and listen,' he said I closed my eyes. I waited. What was I supposed to hear? 'A story,' his voice said. A story that will serve you.

Parents often warn their children to stay clear of the strangers because ______.

all strangers are always dangerous

children are innocent and can easily be fooled by strangers

strangers usually ignore children

strangers are never found in big cities

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q795:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage and answer the questions that follow: He was an old, man. So old that the skin of his hands looked like wrinkled parchment and he smelt peculiar. I could not see much more of him than his hands, because even in the high summer heat, he was completely covered in the folds of what looked like an ancient robe. My mother would have told me to stay clear of him. 'One never knows', she would have said 'one hears so many strange things'. My mother always hears vague, strange things that other people never seem to. But she was three thousand miles away, looking after my youngest aunt, who was about to have a baby, while I was spending my summer holidays here, at my grandmother's place. And I was angry and bored. What sort of holiday was this? My cousins were all busy with exams, or had some reason or the other for not coming. There was nobody to play with, no school tales to tell, no jokes to exchange. Instead, my grandmother was trying to teach me to cook and to stick to her rules because, according to her, I was no longer a child. I was now a regular young lady. How I hated it! I hated learning to cook, I hated the rules. Most of all, I hated the waste of a whole summer holiday in that dismal dusty town with no friends and nowhere to go, not even a library. The old man was sitting under a huge tree whose branches spread out like the spokes of an umbrella. He was staring ahead, as if he was looking out at sea, at sparkling white sailboats which were tracing disappearing patterns in the water, dipping and skimming, like dancers on ice skates. All I saw was a deserted roadside with the heat shimmering like broken bits of glass. 'Sit!' his voice rang out suddenly. My skin jumped. How had he seen me when I had come up from behind? 'Sit', he said again. 'Sit on the stone.' What stone? I looked around and saw a grey, flat stone, under the tree. I touched it. It was dry, and curiously enough, it felt cool. I sat on it. 'Close your eyes and listen,' he said I closed my eyes. I waited. What was I supposed to hear? 'A story,' his voice said. A story that will serve you.

In the extract the grandmother was trying to teach the author some traditional culinary skills because _________.

she thought that the author was old and mature enough to begin learning the traditions a lady is supposed to know

she thought that the author should be engaged in studies

the grand mother was over loaded with work and needed help

the grandmother loved cooking and to give cooking classes

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q796:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

During his frequent visits to Thumba, Prof. Sarabhai would openly review the progress of the work with the entire team. He never gave directions. Rather, through a free exchange of views, he led us forward into new terrain which often revealed an unforeseen solution. Perhaps he was aware that though a particular goal might be clear to himself, and he could give adequate directions for its accomplishment, his team members might have resisted working towards a goal that made no sense to them. He considered the collective understanding of the problem the main attribute of effective leadership. He once told me, 'Look, my job is to make decisions; but it is equally important to see to it that these decisions are accepted by my team members.' In fact, Prof. Sarabhai took a series of decision that were to become the life-mission of many. We would make our own rockets, our own Satellite Launch Vehicles (SLVs) and our own satellites. And this would not be done one-by-one but concurrently, in a multi-dimensional fashion.

Prof. Sarabhai believed in ____________.

restriction of free exchange of views

leading the team with well defined and clear directions only

unique way of working all by himself

collective understanding of the problem as the main attribute of effective leadership

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q797:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

During his frequent visits to Thumba, Prof. Sarabhai would openly review the progress of the work with the entire team. He never gave directions. Rather, through a free exchange of views, he led us forward into new terrain which often revealed an unforeseen solution. Perhaps he was aware that though a particular goal might be clear to himself, and he could give adequate directions for its accomplishment, his team members might have resisted working towards a goal that made no sense to them. He considered the collective understanding of the problem the main attribute of effective leadership. He once told me, 'Look, my job is to make decisions; but it is equally important to see to it that these decisions are accepted by my team members.' In fact, Prof. Sarabhai took a series of decision that were to become the life-mission of many. We would make our own rockets, our own Satellite Launch Vehicles (SLVs) and our own satellites. And this would not be done one-by-one but concurrently, in a multi-dimensional fashion.

Prof. Sarabhai would frequently visit _____________.

ISKO

IMO

Thumba

IIT Madras

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q798:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

During his frequent visits to Thumba, Prof. Sarabhai would openly review the progress of the work with the entire team. He never gave directions. Rather, through a free exchange of views, he led us forward into new terrain which often revealed an unforeseen solution. Perhaps he was aware that though a particular goal might be clear to himself, and he could give adequate directions for its accomplishment, his team members might have resisted working towards a goal that made no sense to them. He considered the collective understanding of the problem the main attribute of effective leadership. He once told me, 'Look, my job is to make decisions; but it is equally important to see to it that these decisions are accepted by my team members.' In fact, Prof. Sarabhai took a series of decision that were to become the life-mission of many. We would make our own rockets, our own Satellite Launch Vehicles (SLVs) and our own satellites. And this would not be done one-by-one but concurrently, in a multi-dimensional fashion.

The strategy used by Prof Sarabhai to lead his team was _______________.

to encourage free exchange of views that would lead his teams to new unexplored realms

set simple well defined goals for every member

great hostile division in his team

to encourage ever member to work in different and conflicting directions

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q799:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

During his frequent visits to Thumba, Prof. Sarabhai would openly review the progress of the work with the entire team. He never gave directions. Rather, through a free exchange of views, he led us forward into new terrain which often revealed an unforeseen solution. Perhaps he was aware that though a particular goal might be clear to himself, and he could give adequate directions for its accomplishment, his team members might have resisted working towards a goal that made no sense to them. He considered the collective understanding of the problem the main attribute of effective leadership. He once told me, 'Look, my job is to make decisions; but it is equally important to see to it that these decisions are accepted by my team members.' In fact, Prof. Sarabhai took a series of decision that were to become the life-mission of many. We would make our own rockets, our own Satellite Launch Vehicles (SLVs) and our own satellites. And this would not be done one-by-one but concurrently, in a multi-dimensional fashion.

The passage makes it very clear that, Prof Sarabhai was indeed a great team player as well. This becomes obvious from:

Prof. Sarabhai once said,' Look my job is to make decisions but it is equally important to see to it that these decision are accepted by my team members.'

We would make our satellites.

Prof. Sarabhai would openly review the progress of work.

Work would not be done on by one but concurrently in a multi-dimensional fashion

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q800:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

During his frequent visits to Thumba, Prof. Sarabhai would openly review the progress of the work with the entire team. He never gave directions. Rather, through a free exchange of views, he led us forward into new terrain which often revealed an unforeseen solution. Perhaps he was aware that though a particular goal might be clear to himself, and he could give adequate directions for its accomplishment, his team members might have resisted working towards a goal that made no sense to them. He considered the collective understanding of the problem the main attribute of effective leadership. He once told me, 'Look, my job is to make decisions; but it is equally important to see to it that these decisions are accepted by my team members.' In fact, Prof. Sarabhai took a series of decision that were to become the life-mission of many. We would make our own rockets, our own Satellite Launch Vehicles (SLVs) and our own satellites. And this would not be done one-by-one but concurrently, in a multi-dimensional fashion.

The series of decisions taken by Prof. Sarabhai opened many ___________.

space scientists to make their own space stations in deep space.

space scientist to make their own SLVs and their own satellites.

nuclear scientists to build their own mini nuclear plant

nuclear medine experts to create their unique line of treatment

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q801:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

During his frequent visits to Thumba, Prof. Sarabhai would openly review the progress of the work with the entire team. He never gave directions. Rather, through a free exchange of views, he led us forward into new terrain which often revealed an unforeseen solution. Perhaps he was aware that though a particular goal might be clear to himself, and he could give adequate directions for its accomplishment, his team members might have resisted working towards a goal that made no sense to them. He considered the collective understanding of the problem the main attribute of effective leadership. He once told me, 'Look, my job is to make decisions; but it is equally important to see to it that these decisions are accepted by my team members.' In fact, Prof. Sarabhai took a series of decision that were to become the life-mission of many. We would make our own rockets, our own Satellite Launch Vehicles (SLVs) and our own satellites. And this would not be done one-by-one but concurrently, in a multi-dimensional fashion.

Match list I with list II | List I | List II | |---|---| | A. Prof Sarabhai | I. never gave directions | | B. Prof Sarabhai series of decisions | II. became life mission of many | | C. Prof Sarabhai is an | III. Indian highly lauded and admired space scientist | | D. Prof Sarabhai would | IV. review the work with the entire team | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q802:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

The environment comprises all the physical, social and cultural factors and conditions influencing the existence or the development of an organism. Due to indiscriminate industrialization, man has created a state of decadence. He has continuously tempered with nature which has resulted in the treat to the sustenance of mankind. Although, attempts have been made to restore nature to its previous state of purity and serenity, the efforts have not been whole-hearted. Earth is the home we all share and would pass on to our future generation as their legacy. But if they inherit the present state of the world, they would be unable to sustain themselves. Man has steadily improved the technologies and other means necessary for higher production of wealth and for the availability of devices that could give more physical and mental pleasures. The industrial revolution led to drastic escalation of earth's surface temperature. Man exploited nature for his benefits, without any foresight as to what the implications of his actions would be. Indiscriminate industrialization resulted in urban migration as the rural poor settled in cities in search of opportunities. Cities, already facing a population crisis could not accommodate the migrates and this led to the development of slums. This has resulted in increased pressure on the available resources and further degradation of the environment.

Match list I with list II | List I | List II | |---|---| | A. Indiscriminate industrialization | I. if they inherit the present state of the world | | B. Mans tempering with nature | II. has resulted in the threat to the sustenance of mankind | | C. Future generation won't sustain themselves | III. has created state of decadence | | D. The industrial revolution | IV. led to drastic escalation of Earth surface temperature | Choose the correct answer from the option given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q803:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The environment comprises all the physical, social and cultural factors and conditions influencing the existence or the development of an organism. Due to indiscriminate industrialization, man has created a state of decadence. He has continuously tempered with nature which has resulted in the treat to the sustenance of mankind. Although, attempts have been made to restore nature to its previous state of purity and serenity, the efforts have not been whole-hearted. Earth is the home we all share and would pass on to our future generation as their legacy. But if they inherit the present state of the world, they would be unable to sustain themselves. Man has steadily improved the technologies and other means necessary for higher production of wealth and for the availability of devices that could give more physical and mental pleasures. The industrial revolution led to drastic escalation of earth's surface temperature. Man exploited nature for his benefits, without any foresight as to what the implications of his actions would be. Indiscriminate industrialization resulted in urban migration as the rural poor settled in cities in search of opportunities. Cities, already facing a population crisis could not accommodate the migrates and this led to the development of slums. This has resulted in increased pressure on the available resources and further degradation of the environment.

A state of decadence has come about because of ___________.

indiscriminate exploitation of artificial intelligence

natural disasters creating havoc in the modern cities

over population of wild life

indiscriminate industrialization

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q804:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The environment comprises all the physical, social and cultural factors and conditions influencing the existence or the development of an organism. Due to indiscriminate industrialization, man has created a state of decadence. He has continuously tempered with nature which has resulted in the treat to the sustenance of mankind. Although, attempts have been made to restore nature to its previous state of purity and serenity, the efforts have not been whole-hearted. Earth is the home we all share and would pass on to our future generation as their legacy. But if they inherit the present state of the world, they would be unable to sustain themselves. Man has steadily improved the technologies and other means necessary for higher production of wealth and for the availability of devices that could give more physical and mental pleasures. The industrial revolution led to drastic escalation of earth's surface temperature. Man exploited nature for his benefits, without any foresight as to what the implications of his actions would be. Indiscriminate industrialization resulted in urban migration as the rural poor settled in cities in search of opportunities. Cities, already facing a population crisis could not accommodate the migrates and this led to the development of slums. This has resulted in increased pressure on the available resources and further degradation of the environment.

Why according to the author, the future generation may find it difficult to sustain life on earth?

Due to uncontrollable Global warming only

If they inherit an over exploited planet and its environment then they will not have the same mother nature as we have now

Because they may choose to live in the planet Mars

Because they will not be a responsible and well read generation

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q805:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The environment comprises all the physical, social and cultural factors and conditions influencing the existence or the development of an organism. Due to indiscriminate industrialization, man has created a state of decadence. He has continuously tempered with nature which has resulted in the treat to the sustenance of mankind. Although, attempts have been made to restore nature to its previous state of purity and serenity, the efforts have not been whole-hearted. Earth is the home we all share and would pass on to our future generation as their legacy. But if they inherit the present state of the world, they would be unable to sustain themselves. Man has steadily improved the technologies and other means necessary for higher production of wealth and for the availability of devices that could give more physical and mental pleasures. The industrial revolution led to drastic escalation of earth's surface temperature. Man exploited nature for his benefits, without any foresight as to what the implications of his actions would be. Indiscriminate industrialization resulted in urban migration as the rural poor settled in cities in search of opportunities. Cities, already facing a population crisis could not accommodate the migrates and this led to the development of slums. This has resulted in increased pressure on the available resources and further degradation of the environment.

On the basis of reading of the passage it can be said that this passage is concerned about ______________.

Deforestation only

Environment pollution only

Exploitation of nature by man for his benefits

Misuse of our progressive technologies only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q806:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The environment comprises all the physical, social and cultural factors and conditions influencing the existence or the development of an organism. Due to indiscriminate industrialization, man has created a state of decadence. He has continuously tempered with nature which has resulted in the treat to the sustenance of mankind. Although, attempts have been made to restore nature to its previous state of purity and serenity, the efforts have not been whole-hearted. Earth is the home we all share and would pass on to our future generation as their legacy. But if they inherit the present state of the world, they would be unable to sustain themselves. Man has steadily improved the technologies and other means necessary for higher production of wealth and for the availability of devices that could give more physical and mental pleasures. The industrial revolution led to drastic escalation of earth's surface temperature. Man exploited nature for his benefits, without any foresight as to what the implications of his actions would be. Indiscriminate industrialization resulted in urban migration as the rural poor settled in cities in search of opportunities. Cities, already facing a population crisis could not accommodate the migrates and this led to the development of slums. This has resulted in increased pressure on the available resources and further degradation of the environment.

Industrialization has resulted in _______.

Overpopulation and pollution of the ocean only

Mindless overuse of nature resources only

The modernization of the European natures only

Unhealthy over crowding of cities and the migration of people from rural areas to the cities

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q807:

26 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The environment comprises all the physical, social and cultural factors and conditions influencing the existence or the development of an organism. Due to indiscriminate industrialization, man has created a state of decadence. He has continuously tempered with nature which has resulted in the treat to the sustenance of mankind. Although, attempts have been made to restore nature to its previous state of purity and serenity, the efforts have not been whole-hearted. Earth is the home we all share and would pass on to our future generation as their legacy. But if they inherit the present state of the world, they would be unable to sustain themselves. Man has steadily improved the technologies and other means necessary for higher production of wealth and for the availability of devices that could give more physical and mental pleasures. The industrial revolution led to drastic escalation of earth's surface temperature. Man exploited nature for his benefits, without any foresight as to what the implications of his actions would be. Indiscriminate industrialization resulted in urban migration as the rural poor settled in cities in search of opportunities. Cities, already facing a population crisis could not accommodate the migrates and this led to the development of slums. This has resulted in increased pressure on the available resources and further degradation of the environment.

What is the result of technological advancement of mankind?

Availability of devices that could give more physical and mental pleasure

Availability of gadgets to connect people with others

Mindless production of nuclear plants

Lack of time and neglect of vital wash

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q808:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

When I was growing up, my father said something to me I will never forget, "Son when you were born, you cried while the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die the world cries while you rejoice". We live in an age when we have forgotten what life is all about. We can easily put a person on the Moon, but we have trouble walking across the street to meet a new neighbour. We can fire a missile across the world with pinpoint accuracy, but we have trouble keeping a date with our children to go to the library. We have e-mail, fax machines and digital phones so that we can stay connected and yet we live in a time where human beings have never been less connected. We have lost touch with our humanity. We have lost touch with our purpose. We have lost sight of the things that matter the most.

What does the line, "live your life in such a way that when you die the world cries while you rejoice" indicate about the kind of life that the father wanted his son to live ?

A life of selfishness

A life of good deeds

A life of fun and adventure

A life of pain and humiliation

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q809:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

When I was growing up, my father said something to me I will never forget, "Son when you were born, you cried while the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die the world cries while you rejoice". We live in an age when we have forgotten what life is all about. We can easily put a person on the Moon, but we have trouble walking across the street to meet a new neighbour. We can fire a missile across the world with pinpoint accuracy, but we have trouble keeping a date with our children to go to the library. We have e-mail, fax machines and digital phones so that we can stay connected and yet we live in a time where human beings have never been less connected. We have lost touch with our humanity. We have lost touch with our purpose. We have lost sight of the things that matter the most.

Select the correct answer from the options given below and complete the sentence. The reason for being less connected is that we _____ .

don't care about anyone

are too busy with our pals

have lost touch with humanity

live a purposeful life

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q810:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

When I was growing up, my father said something to me I will never forget, "Son when you were born, you cried while the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die the world cries while you rejoice". We live in an age when we have forgotten what life is all about. We can easily put a person on the Moon, but we have trouble walking across the street to meet a new neighbour. We can fire a missile across the world with pinpoint accuracy, but we have trouble keeping a date with our children to go to the library. We have e-mail, fax machines and digital phones so that we can stay connected and yet we live in a time where human beings have never been less connected. We have lost touch with our humanity. We have lost touch with our purpose. We have lost sight of the things that matter the most.

When did the father give the precious advice to his son ?

When he was a toddler

When he was growing up

When he was a grown-up man

When he was married

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q811:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

When I was growing up, my father said something to me I will never forget, "Son when you were born, you cried while the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die the world cries while you rejoice". We live in an age when we have forgotten what life is all about. We can easily put a person on the Moon, but we have trouble walking across the street to meet a new neighbour. We can fire a missile across the world with pinpoint accuracy, but we have trouble keeping a date with our children to go to the library. We have e-mail, fax machines and digital phones so that we can stay connected and yet we live in a time where human beings have never been less connected. We have lost touch with our humanity. We have lost touch with our purpose. We have lost sight of the things that matter the most.

According to the passage, what have we forgotten in our life ?

What is death ?

What life is all about?

What should we do to meet our friends?

What rules our life?

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q812:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

When I was growing up, my father said something to me I will never forget, "Son when you were born, you cried while the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die the world cries while you rejoice". We live in an age when we have forgotten what life is all about. We can easily put a person on the Moon, but we have trouble walking across the street to meet a new neighbour. We can fire a missile across the world with pinpoint accuracy, but we have trouble keeping a date with our children to go to the library. We have e-mail, fax machines and digital phones so that we can stay connected and yet we live in a time where human beings have never been less connected. We have lost touch with our humanity. We have lost touch with our purpose. We have lost sight of the things that matter the most.

Select the correct answer from the options given below and complete the sentence. "But we have trouble walking across the street to meet a new neighbour," indicates our _____ .

laziness

indifferent attitude

busy life

hate for the neighbour

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q813:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

When I was growing up, my father said something to me I will never forget, "Son when you were born, you cried while the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die the world cries while you rejoice". We live in an age when we have forgotten what life is all about. We can easily put a person on the Moon, but we have trouble walking across the street to meet a new neighbour. We can fire a missile across the world with pinpoint accuracy, but we have trouble keeping a date with our children to go to the library. We have e-mail, fax machines and digital phones so that we can stay connected and yet we live in a time where human beings have never been less connected. We have lost touch with our humanity. We have lost touch with our purpose. We have lost sight of the things that matter the most.

Why does the writer derive that we have lost touch with our humanity ?

Because we have landed on the moon

Because we can fire missiles with accuracy

Because science has developed much and made us arrogant

Because people have become indifferent to human values and feelings

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q814:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

He sounded the clacker till his arm ached, and at length his heart grew sympathetic with the birds' thwarted desires. They seemed, like himself, to be living in a world which did not want them. Why should he frighten them away? They took upon more and more the aspect of gentle friends and pensioners - the only friends he could claim as being in the least degree interested in him, for his aunt had often told him that she was not. He ceased his rattling, and they alighted anew. "Poor little dears!" said Jude, aloud. "You shall have some dinner--you shall. There is enough for us all. Farmer Troutham can afford to let you have some. Eat, then my dear little birdies, and make a good meal!" They stayed and ate, inky spots on the nut-brown soil, and Jude enjoyed their appetite. A magic thread of fellow-feeling united his own life with theirs. Puny and sorry as those lives were, they much resembled his own. His clacker he had by this time thrown away from him, as being a mean and sordid instrument, offensive both to the birds and to himself as their friend. All at once he became conscious of a smart blow upon his buttocks, followed by a loud clack, which announced to his surprised senses that the clacker had been the instrument of offence used. The birds and Jude started up simultaneously, and the dazed eyes of the latter beheld the farmer in person, the great Troutham himself, his red face glaring down upon Jude's cowering frame, the clacker swinging in his hand.

"He ceased his rattling....." What does 'rattling' refer to ? Select the correct answer from the options given below:

Shutting of door

Noise of clacker

Tweeting of birds

Birds' thwarted desires

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q815:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

He sounded the clacker till his arm ached, and at length his heart grew sympathetic with the birds' thwarted desires. They seemed, like himself, to be living in a world which did not want them. Why should he frighten them away? They took upon more and more the aspect of gentle friends and pensioners - the only friends he could claim as being in the least degree interested in him, for his aunt had often told him that she was not. He ceased his rattling, and they alighted anew. "Poor little dears!" said Jude, aloud. "You shall have some dinner--you shall. There is enough for us all. Farmer Troutham can afford to let you have some. Eat, then my dear little birdies, and make a good meal!" They stayed and ate, inky spots on the nut-brown soil, and Jude enjoyed their appetite. A magic thread of fellow-feeling united his own life with theirs. Puny and sorry as those lives were, they much resembled his own. His clacker he had by this time thrown away from him, as being a mean and sordid instrument, offensive both to the birds and to himself as their friend. All at once he became conscious of a smart blow upon his buttocks, followed by a loud clack, which announced to his surprised senses that the clacker had been the instrument of offence used. The birds and Jude started up simultaneously, and the dazed eyes of the latter beheld the farmer in person, the great Troutham himself, his red face glaring down upon Jude's cowering frame, the clacker swinging in his hand.

"You shall have some dinner - you shall..." Who shall get some dinner ? Select the correct answer from the options given below:

Jude

Farmer Troutham

Birds

Clacker

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q816:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

He sounded the clacker till his arm ached, and at length his heart grew sympathetic with the birds' thwarted desires. They seemed, like himself, to be living in a world which did not want them. Why should he frighten them away? They took upon more and more the aspect of gentle friends and pensioners - the only friends he could claim as being in the least degree interested in him, for his aunt had often told him that she was not. He ceased his rattling, and they alighted anew. "Poor little dears!" said Jude, aloud. "You shall have some dinner--you shall. There is enough for us all. Farmer Troutham can afford to let you have some. Eat, then my dear little birdies, and make a good meal!" They stayed and ate, inky spots on the nut-brown soil, and Jude enjoyed their appetite. A magic thread of fellow-feeling united his own life with theirs. Puny and sorry as those lives were, they much resembled his own. His clacker he had by this time thrown away from him, as being a mean and sordid instrument, offensive both to the birds and to himself as their friend. All at once he became conscious of a smart blow upon his buttocks, followed by a loud clack, which announced to his surprised senses that the clacker had been the instrument of offence used. The birds and Jude started up simultaneously, and the dazed eyes of the latter beheld the farmer in person, the great Troutham himself, his red face glaring down upon Jude's cowering frame, the clacker swinging in his hand.

Which of the following statements is not true ?

Jude loved to see birds eating food

Clacker was not a pleasant instrument to Jude later

Birds did not eat food

Jude sounded the clacker

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q817:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

He sounded the clacker till his arm ached, and at length his heart grew sympathetic with the birds' thwarted desires. They seemed, like himself, to be living in a world which did not want them. Why should he frighten them away? They took upon more and more the aspect of gentle friends and pensioners - the only friends he could claim as being in the least degree interested in him, for his aunt had often told him that she was not. He ceased his rattling, and they alighted anew. "Poor little dears!" said Jude, aloud. "You shall have some dinner--you shall. There is enough for us all. Farmer Troutham can afford to let you have some. Eat, then my dear little birdies, and make a good meal!" They stayed and ate, inky spots on the nut-brown soil, and Jude enjoyed their appetite. A magic thread of fellow-feeling united his own life with theirs. Puny and sorry as those lives were, they much resembled his own. His clacker he had by this time thrown away from him, as being a mean and sordid instrument, offensive both to the birds and to himself as their friend. All at once he became conscious of a smart blow upon his buttocks, followed by a loud clack, which announced to his surprised senses that the clacker had been the instrument of offence used. The birds and Jude started up simultaneously, and the dazed eyes of the latter beheld the farmer in person, the great Troutham himself, his red face glaring down upon Jude's cowering frame, the clacker swinging in his hand.

Which of the following statements is true about the birds ? A. Birds were very good and old friends of Jude B. Jude considered birds as his only friends C. Birds had some dinner D. Birds were not puny E. Birds rattled Jude's clacker Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A, B, C Only

C, D, E Only

B, C Only

D, E Only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q818:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

He sounded the clacker till his arm ached, and at length his heart grew sympathetic with the birds' thwarted desires. They seemed, like himself, to be living in a world which did not want them. Why should he frighten them away? They took upon more and more the aspect of gentle friends and pensioners - the only friends he could claim as being in the least degree interested in him, for his aunt had often told him that she was not. He ceased his rattling, and they alighted anew. "Poor little dears!" said Jude, aloud. "You shall have some dinner--you shall. There is enough for us all. Farmer Troutham can afford to let you have some. Eat, then my dear little birdies, and make a good meal!" They stayed and ate, inky spots on the nut-brown soil, and Jude enjoyed their appetite. A magic thread of fellow-feeling united his own life with theirs. Puny and sorry as those lives were, they much resembled his own. His clacker he had by this time thrown away from him, as being a mean and sordid instrument, offensive both to the birds and to himself as their friend. All at once he became conscious of a smart blow upon his buttocks, followed by a loud clack, which announced to his surprised senses that the clacker had been the instrument of offence used. The birds and Jude started up simultaneously, and the dazed eyes of the latter beheld the farmer in person, the great Troutham himself, his red face glaring down upon Jude's cowering frame, the clacker swinging in his hand.

Select the correct answer from the options given below and complete the sentence. Jude's Fellow-feeling with birds can be described as one of _____ .

sympathy

empathy

apathy

anti-pathy

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q819:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

He sounded the clacker till his arm ached, and at length his heart grew sympathetic with the birds' thwarted desires. They seemed, like himself, to be living in a world which did not want them. Why should he frighten them away? They took upon more and more the aspect of gentle friends and pensioners - the only friends he could claim as being in the least degree interested in him, for his aunt had often told him that she was not. He ceased his rattling, and they alighted anew. "Poor little dears!" said Jude, aloud. "You shall have some dinner--you shall. There is enough for us all. Farmer Troutham can afford to let you have some. Eat, then my dear little birdies, and make a good meal!" They stayed and ate, inky spots on the nut-brown soil, and Jude enjoyed their appetite. A magic thread of fellow-feeling united his own life with theirs. Puny and sorry as those lives were, they much resembled his own. His clacker he had by this time thrown away from him, as being a mean and sordid instrument, offensive both to the birds and to himself as their friend. All at once he became conscious of a smart blow upon his buttocks, followed by a loud clack, which announced to his surprised senses that the clacker had been the instrument of offence used. The birds and Jude started up simultaneously, and the dazed eyes of the latter beheld the farmer in person, the great Troutham himself, his red face glaring down upon Jude's cowering frame, the clacker swinging in his hand.

"They seemed, like himself, to be living in a world which did not want them." What does this line tell about Jude ?

The birds were unhappy

Jude looked like a bird

Jude seemed to be unhappy

Jude was indifferent to the world

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q820:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Dr. Kalam, the 'Missile Man' was the twelfth President of India. He was the third Muslim President after Dr. Zakir Hussain and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed. He was born at Dhanushkodi, Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) on Oct. 15, 1931. He did his B.Sc. from St. Joseph's College, Turuchirappalli to become the first graduate in his family. His mother had to mortgage her gold bangles and necklaces to get the admission to the prestigious Madras Institute of Technology where he studied Aeronautical Engineering. Thereafter, Dr. Kalam never looked back. Dr. Kalam was a staunch nationalist and secular to the core. He could quote words or sentences with equal ease both from the Holy Koran and the Bhagwat Geeta. He was a fan of great Tamil poet and philosopher Subramaniam Bharti. As a boy, he was captivated and charmed by high skies. He had a scientific temper blended with spirituality. Endowed with a scientific temper, he believed in astronomy and not astrology. Despite his tremendous achievements, Dr. Kalam continued to dream about various other achievements. Under his stewardship, the country's missile development programme took rapid strides culminating in the successful launching of the Trishul, Prithvi, Agni I and II, Nag and Akash. In recognition of his talent he was conferred with country's top civilian honours - Padma Bhushan in 1981, Padma Vibhushan in 1990 and Bharat Ratna in 1997. He was a great son of India. He always used to say, " I want to ignite young minds, which are a powerful resource." His mission was to teach 1,00,000 students. Being the President of India, his main focus was to ignite the minds of people.

Select the correct option and complete the sentence. In 1990, APJ Abdul Kalam was awarded with _____ .

Filmfare Award

Padma Vibhushan Award

Bharat Ratna Award

Padma Bhushan Award

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q821:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Dr. Kalam, the 'Missile Man' was the twelfth President of India. He was the third Muslim President after Dr. Zakir Hussain and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed. He was born at Dhanushkodi, Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) on Oct. 15, 1931. He did his B.Sc. from St. Joseph's College, Turuchirappalli to become the first graduate in his family. His mother had to mortgage her gold bangles and necklaces to get the admission to the prestigious Madras Institute of Technology where he studied Aeronautical Engineering. Thereafter, Dr. Kalam never looked back. Dr. Kalam was a staunch nationalist and secular to the core. He could quote words or sentences with equal ease both from the Holy Koran and the Bhagwat Geeta. He was a fan of great Tamil poet and philosopher Subramaniam Bharti. As a boy, he was captivated and charmed by high skies. He had a scientific temper blended with spirituality. Endowed with a scientific temper, he believed in astronomy and not astrology. Despite his tremendous achievements, Dr. Kalam continued to dream about various other achievements. Under his stewardship, the country's missile development programme took rapid strides culminating in the successful launching of the Trishul, Prithvi, Agni I and II, Nag and Akash. In recognition of his talent he was conferred with country's top civilian honours - Padma Bhushan in 1981, Padma Vibhushan in 1990 and Bharat Ratna in 1997. He was a great son of India. He always used to say, " I want to ignite young minds, which are a powerful resource." His mission was to teach 1,00,000 students. Being the President of India, his main focus was to ignite the minds of people.

Choose the correct option of sequence in the given paragraph. A. He was born on 15 Oct, 1931 B. He was a fan of great Tamil poet C. Dr. Kalam, the 'Missile Man' was the twelfth President of India D. Being the President of India, his main focus was to ignite the minds of people E. Dr. Kalam was a staunch nationalist

C, A, E, B, D

A, C, D, B, E

E, B, C, D, A

C, B, D, A, E

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q822:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Dr. Kalam, the 'Missile Man' was the twelfth President of India. He was the third Muslim President after Dr. Zakir Hussain and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed. He was born at Dhanushkodi, Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) on Oct. 15, 1931. He did his B.Sc. from St. Joseph's College, Turuchirappalli to become the first graduate in his family. His mother had to mortgage her gold bangles and necklaces to get the admission to the prestigious Madras Institute of Technology where he studied Aeronautical Engineering. Thereafter, Dr. Kalam never looked back. Dr. Kalam was a staunch nationalist and secular to the core. He could quote words or sentences with equal ease both from the Holy Koran and the Bhagwat Geeta. He was a fan of great Tamil poet and philosopher Subramaniam Bharti. As a boy, he was captivated and charmed by high skies. He had a scientific temper blended with spirituality. Endowed with a scientific temper, he believed in astronomy and not astrology. Despite his tremendous achievements, Dr. Kalam continued to dream about various other achievements. Under his stewardship, the country's missile development programme took rapid strides culminating in the successful launching of the Trishul, Prithvi, Agni I and II, Nag and Akash. In recognition of his talent he was conferred with country's top civilian honours - Padma Bhushan in 1981, Padma Vibhushan in 1990 and Bharat Ratna in 1997. He was a great son of India. He always used to say, " I want to ignite young minds, which are a powerful resource." His mission was to teach 1,00,000 students. Being the President of India, his main focus was to ignite the minds of people.

Select the correct option and complete the sentence. Abdul Kalam studied _____ .

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Aeronautical Engineering

Electronics Engineering

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q823:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Dr. Kalam, the 'Missile Man' was the twelfth President of India. He was the third Muslim President after Dr. Zakir Hussain and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed. He was born at Dhanushkodi, Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) on Oct. 15, 1931. He did his B.Sc. from St. Joseph's College, Turuchirappalli to become the first graduate in his family. His mother had to mortgage her gold bangles and necklaces to get the admission to the prestigious Madras Institute of Technology where he studied Aeronautical Engineering. Thereafter, Dr. Kalam never looked back. Dr. Kalam was a staunch nationalist and secular to the core. He could quote words or sentences with equal ease both from the Holy Koran and the Bhagwat Geeta. He was a fan of great Tamil poet and philosopher Subramaniam Bharti. As a boy, he was captivated and charmed by high skies. He had a scientific temper blended with spirituality. Endowed with a scientific temper, he believed in astronomy and not astrology. Despite his tremendous achievements, Dr. Kalam continued to dream about various other achievements. Under his stewardship, the country's missile development programme took rapid strides culminating in the successful launching of the Trishul, Prithvi, Agni I and II, Nag and Akash. In recognition of his talent he was conferred with country's top civilian honours - Padma Bhushan in 1981, Padma Vibhushan in 1990 and Bharat Ratna in 1997. He was a great son of India. He always used to say, " I want to ignite young minds, which are a powerful resource." His mission was to teach 1,00,000 students. Being the President of India, his main focus was to ignite the minds of people.

Select the correct option and complete the sentence. Abdul Kalam believed in _____ .

Numerology

Astronomy

Astrology

Epistomology

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q824:

23 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Dr. Kalam, the 'Missile Man' was the twelfth President of India. He was the third Muslim President after Dr. Zakir Hussain and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed. He was born at Dhanushkodi, Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) on Oct. 15, 1931. He did his B.Sc. from St. Joseph's College, Turuchirappalli to become the first graduate in his family. His mother had to mortgage her gold bangles and necklaces to get the admission to the prestigious Madras Institute of Technology where he studied Aeronautical Engineering. Thereafter, Dr. Kalam never looked back. Dr. Kalam was a staunch nationalist and secular to the core. He could quote words or sentences with equal ease both from the Holy Koran and the Bhagwat Geeta. He was a fan of great Tamil poet and philosopher Subramaniam Bharti. As a boy, he was captivated and charmed by high skies. He had a scientific temper blended with spirituality. Endowed with a scientific temper, he believed in astronomy and not astrology. Despite his tremendous achievements, Dr. Kalam continued to dream about various other achievements. Under his stewardship, the country's missile development programme took rapid strides culminating in the successful launching of the Trishul, Prithvi, Agni I and II, Nag and Akash. In recognition of his talent he was conferred with country's top civilian honours - Padma Bhushan in 1981, Padma Vibhushan in 1990 and Bharat Ratna in 1997. He was a great son of India. He always used to say, " I want to ignite young minds, which are a powerful resource." His mission was to teach 1,00,000 students. Being the President of India, his main focus was to ignite the minds of people.

Select the correct option and complete the sentence. Abdul's mother mortgaged her _____ .

Gold bangles

Necklace

Bracelet

Gold bangles and necklaces

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q825:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: SELECTED SNOBBERIES All men are snobs about something. One is almost tempted to add: There is nothing about which men cannot feel snobbish. But this would doubtless be an exaggeration. There are certain disfiguring and moral diseases about which there has probably never been any snobbery. I cannot imagine, for example, that there are any leprosy-snobs. More picturesque diseases, even when they are dangerous, and less dangerous, diseases, particularly when they are the diseases of the rich, can be and very frequently are a source of snobbish self-importance. I have met several adolescent consumption-snobs, who thought that it would be romantic to fade away in the flower of youth, like Keats or Marie Bashkirtseff. Alas, the final stages of the consumptive fading are generally a good deal less romantic than these ingenuous young tubercle snobs seem to imagine. To anyone who has actually witnessed these final stages, the complacent poeticizing of those adolescents must seem as exasperating as they are profoundly pathetic. In the case of those commoner disease-snobs, their claim to distinction is not tempered by very much sympathy. People who possess sufficient leisure, sufficient wealth, not to mention sufficient health, to go travelling from spa to spa, from doctor to fashionable doctor, in search of cures from problematical diseases (which, in so far as they exist at all probably have their source in over-eating) cannot expect us to be very lavish in our solitude and pity. - Aldous Huxley

What does the author consider to be an exaggeration?

That all men are snobs about something

That there is nothing about which men cannot feel snobbish

That modern men in particular are snobs

That all the adolescents are consumption-snobs

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q826:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: SELECTED SNOBBERIES All men are snobs about something. One is almost tempted to add: There is nothing about which men cannot feel snobbish. But this would doubtless be an exaggeration. There are certain disfiguring and moral diseases about which there has probably never been any snobbery. I cannot imagine, for example, that there are any leprosy-snobs. More picturesque diseases, even when they are dangerous, and less dangerous, diseases, particularly when they are the diseases of the rich, can be and very frequently are a source of snobbish self-importance. I have met several adolescent consumption-snobs, who thought that it would be romantic to fade away in the flower of youth, like Keats or Marie Bashkirtseff. Alas, the final stages of the consumptive fading are generally a good deal less romantic than these ingenuous young tubercle snobs seem to imagine. To anyone who has actually witnessed these final stages, the complacent poeticizing of those adolescents must seem as exasperating as they are profoundly pathetic. In the case of those commoner disease-snobs, their claim to distinction is not tempered by very much sympathy. People who possess sufficient leisure, sufficient wealth, not to mention sufficient health, to go travelling from spa to spa, from doctor to fashionable doctor, in search of cures from problematical diseases (which, in so far as they exist at all probably have their source in over-eating) cannot expect us to be very lavish in our solitude and pity. - Aldous Huxley

What snobbery does the author see and often meet in the adolescents?

modernity - snobbery

disease - snobbery

snobbery of ignorance

consumption - snobbery

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q827:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: SELECTED SNOBBERIES All men are snobs about something. One is almost tempted to add: There is nothing about which men cannot feel snobbish. But this would doubtless be an exaggeration. There are certain disfiguring and moral diseases about which there has probably never been any snobbery. I cannot imagine, for example, that there are any leprosy-snobs. More picturesque diseases, even when they are dangerous, and less dangerous, diseases, particularly when they are the diseases of the rich, can be and very frequently are a source of snobbish self-importance. I have met several adolescent consumption-snobs, who thought that it would be romantic to fade away in the flower of youth, like Keats or Marie Bashkirtseff. Alas, the final stages of the consumptive fading are generally a good deal less romantic than these ingenuous young tubercle snobs seem to imagine. To anyone who has actually witnessed these final stages, the complacent poeticizing of those adolescents must seem as exasperating as they are profoundly pathetic. In the case of those commoner disease-snobs, their claim to distinction is not tempered by very much sympathy. People who possess sufficient leisure, sufficient wealth, not to mention sufficient health, to go travelling from spa to spa, from doctor to fashionable doctor, in search of cures from problematical diseases (which, in so far as they exist at all probably have their source in over-eating) cannot expect us to be very lavish in our solitude and pity. - Aldous Huxley

The writer suggests that problematic diseases are because of ________

consumption

fashion

snobbery

over-eating

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q828:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: SELECTED SNOBBERIES All men are snobs about something. One is almost tempted to add: There is nothing about which men cannot feel snobbish. But this would doubtless be an exaggeration. There are certain disfiguring and moral diseases about which there has probably never been any snobbery. I cannot imagine, for example, that there are any leprosy-snobs. More picturesque diseases, even when they are dangerous, and less dangerous, diseases, particularly when they are the diseases of the rich, can be and very frequently are a source of snobbish self-importance. I have met several adolescent consumption-snobs, who thought that it would be romantic to fade away in the flower of youth, like Keats or Marie Bashkirtseff. Alas, the final stages of the consumptive fading are generally a good deal less romantic than these ingenuous young tubercle snobs seem to imagine. To anyone who has actually witnessed these final stages, the complacent poeticizing of those adolescents must seem as exasperating as they are profoundly pathetic. In the case of those commoner disease-snobs, their claim to distinction is not tempered by very much sympathy. People who possess sufficient leisure, sufficient wealth, not to mention sufficient health, to go travelling from spa to spa, from doctor to fashionable doctor, in search of cures from problematical diseases (which, in so far as they exist at all probably have their source in over-eating) cannot expect us to be very lavish in our solitude and pity. - Aldous Huxley

What according to the passage, can be a source of snobbish self-importance?

Exaggeration of the rich

Exasperation of the rich

Diseases of the rich

Adoption of the rich

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q829:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: SELECTED SNOBBERIES All men are snobs about something. One is almost tempted to add: There is nothing about which men cannot feel snobbish. But this would doubtless be an exaggeration. There are certain disfiguring and moral diseases about which there has probably never been any snobbery. I cannot imagine, for example, that there are any leprosy-snobs. More picturesque diseases, even when they are dangerous, and less dangerous, diseases, particularly when they are the diseases of the rich, can be and very frequently are a source of snobbish self-importance. I have met several adolescent consumption-snobs, who thought that it would be romantic to fade away in the flower of youth, like Keats or Marie Bashkirtseff. Alas, the final stages of the consumptive fading are generally a good deal less romantic than these ingenuous young tubercle snobs seem to imagine. To anyone who has actually witnessed these final stages, the complacent poeticizing of those adolescents must seem as exasperating as they are profoundly pathetic. In the case of those commoner disease-snobs, their claim to distinction is not tempered by very much sympathy. People who possess sufficient leisure, sufficient wealth, not to mention sufficient health, to go travelling from spa to spa, from doctor to fashionable doctor, in search of cures from problematical diseases (which, in so far as they exist at all probably have their source in over-eating) cannot expect us to be very lavish in our solitude and pity. - Aldous Huxley

In what context does the writer refer to Marie Bashkirtseff in the passage ?

As an example of disease-snobs

As one who is sympathetic towards the deprived

As one of the people who think it would be romantic to fade-away early in life

As one of the fashionable doctors

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q830:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: SELECTED SNOBBERIES All men are snobs about something. One is almost tempted to add: There is nothing about which men cannot feel snobbish. But this would doubtless be an exaggeration. There are certain disfiguring and moral diseases about which there has probably never been any snobbery. I cannot imagine, for example, that there are any leprosy-snobs. More picturesque diseases, even when they are dangerous, and less dangerous, diseases, particularly when they are the diseases of the rich, can be and very frequently are a source of snobbish self-importance. I have met several adolescent consumption-snobs, who thought that it would be romantic to fade away in the flower of youth, like Keats or Marie Bashkirtseff. Alas, the final stages of the consumptive fading are generally a good deal less romantic than these ingenuous young tubercle snobs seem to imagine. To anyone who has actually witnessed these final stages, the complacent poeticizing of those adolescents must seem as exasperating as they are profoundly pathetic. In the case of those commoner disease-snobs, their claim to distinction is not tempered by very much sympathy. People who possess sufficient leisure, sufficient wealth, not to mention sufficient health, to go travelling from spa to spa, from doctor to fashionable doctor, in search of cures from problematical diseases (which, in so far as they exist at all probably have their source in over-eating) cannot expect us to be very lavish in our solitude and pity. - Aldous Huxley

What is generally a good deal less romantic than what the ingenuous young tubercle snobs seem to imagine?

Complacent poeticizings

Certain disfiguring

Intellectual activities that are depressing

Final stages of consumptive fading

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q831:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: I was born in Pandari, around 30 kilometers from Motihari in Bihar. My education started in my village madrasa and then in an Urdu-medium government school. I did not have any English then. When I discovered, at age 20 or 21, that Eric Arthur Blair aka George Orwell was born in Motihari, it made me wonder if I could be a writer too. That day, it became my dream. My Abba was the one who opened up the world of books for me. I must have been seven or eight, when he first gifted me a Hindi storybook. He was posted in a small town near Patna and visited our village home. Looking at the book, I asked Abba if it was for my next class. I did not know then that books existed beyond the classroom. When Abba explained, I was fascinated to hear about storybooks. I couldn't believe I would not have to pester my mother or grandmother for my daily dose of bedtime stories. That was the beginning of my love affair with books. By the time I was in class 10, I had finished reading hundreds of novels-literary as well as pulp fiction. Some of my favourite writers were Ibn-e-Safi, Devaki Nandan Khatri, Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, Prem Chand, etc. Nanaji (my maternal grandfather), who ran a Unani and Ayurvedic medicine shop in a small kasba (town) called Bairangania, used to be the only person from the area who knew English. My father cited him to motivate me to improve my English. Also, my private tutor, Janak Babu, made me believe that it was possible for a Bhojpuri-speaking Hindi/Urdu-medium student like me to learn the language. After 10 months with Janaki Babu, I started reading comics in English. Two years later, in 1988, I read my first English novel, Khushwant Singh's Train to Pakistan. The first book I actually bought myself was A Strange and Sublime Address by Amit Chaudhuri for the princely sum of Rs. 30 from a roadside bookseller.

What is common between George Orwell and the narrator ?

Both were born in Motihari, Bihar

Both were classmates

Both started their education in an Urdu medium government school

Both started writing at the age of 21

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q832:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: I was born in Pandari, around 30 kilometers from Motihari in Bihar. My education started in my village madrasa and then in an Urdu-medium government school. I did not have any English then. When I discovered, at age 20 or 21, that Eric Arthur Blair aka George Orwell was born in Motihari, it made me wonder if I could be a writer too. That day, it became my dream. My Abba was the one who opened up the world of books for me. I must have been seven or eight, when he first gifted me a Hindi storybook. He was posted in a small town near Patna and visited our village home. Looking at the book, I asked Abba if it was for my next class. I did not know then that books existed beyond the classroom. When Abba explained, I was fascinated to hear about storybooks. I couldn't believe I would not have to pester my mother or grandmother for my daily dose of bedtime stories. That was the beginning of my love affair with books. By the time I was in class 10, I had finished reading hundreds of novels-literary as well as pulp fiction. Some of my favourite writers were Ibn-e-Safi, Devaki Nandan Khatri, Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, Prem Chand, etc. Nanaji (my maternal grandfather), who ran a Unani and Ayurvedic medicine shop in a small kasba (town) called Bairangania, used to be the only person from the area who knew English. My father cited him to motivate me to improve my English. Also, my private tutor, Janak Babu, made me believe that it was possible for a Bhojpuri-speaking Hindi/Urdu-medium student like me to learn the language. After 10 months with Janaki Babu, I started reading comics in English. Two years later, in 1988, I read my first English novel, Khushwant Singh's Train to Pakistan. The first book I actually bought myself was A Strange and Sublime Address by Amit Chaudhuri for the princely sum of Rs. 30 from a roadside bookseller.

Who introduced the narrator to the world of books?

George Orwell

The narrator's Abba

The narrator's teacher

The narrator's Nanaji

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q833:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: I was born in Pandari, around 30 kilometers from Motihari in Bihar. My education started in my village madrasa and then in an Urdu-medium government school. I did not have any English then. When I discovered, at age 20 or 21, that Eric Arthur Blair aka George Orwell was born in Motihari, it made me wonder if I could be a writer too. That day, it became my dream. My Abba was the one who opened up the world of books for me. I must have been seven or eight, when he first gifted me a Hindi storybook. He was posted in a small town near Patna and visited our village home. Looking at the book, I asked Abba if it was for my next class. I did not know then that books existed beyond the classroom. When Abba explained, I was fascinated to hear about storybooks. I couldn't believe I would not have to pester my mother or grandmother for my daily dose of bedtime stories. That was the beginning of my love affair with books. By the time I was in class 10, I had finished reading hundreds of novels-literary as well as pulp fiction. Some of my favourite writers were Ibn-e-Safi, Devaki Nandan Khatri, Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, Prem Chand, etc. Nanaji (my maternal grandfather), who ran a Unani and Ayurvedic medicine shop in a small kasba (town) called Bairangania, used to be the only person from the area who knew English. My father cited him to motivate me to improve my English. Also, my private tutor, Janak Babu, made me believe that it was possible for a Bhojpuri-speaking Hindi/Urdu-medium student like me to learn the language. After 10 months with Janaki Babu, I started reading comics in English. Two years later, in 1988, I read my first English novel, Khushwant Singh's Train to Pakistan. The first book I actually bought myself was A Strange and Sublime Address by Amit Chaudhuri for the princely sum of Rs. 30 from a roadside bookseller.

Select the correct answer from options given below and complete the sentence. When the narrator was seven or eight _____________

he was gifted a Hindi story book.

he was given George Orwell's novels.

he had finished reading hundreds of books.

he was introduced to his Nanaji.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q834:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: I was born in Pandari, around 30 kilometers from Motihari in Bihar. My education started in my village madrasa and then in an Urdu-medium government school. I did not have any English then. When I discovered, at age 20 or 21, that Eric Arthur Blair aka George Orwell was born in Motihari, it made me wonder if I could be a writer too. That day, it became my dream. My Abba was the one who opened up the world of books for me. I must have been seven or eight, when he first gifted me a Hindi storybook. He was posted in a small town near Patna and visited our village home. Looking at the book, I asked Abba if it was for my next class. I did not know then that books existed beyond the classroom. When Abba explained, I was fascinated to hear about storybooks. I couldn't believe I would not have to pester my mother or grandmother for my daily dose of bedtime stories. That was the beginning of my love affair with books. By the time I was in class 10, I had finished reading hundreds of novels-literary as well as pulp fiction. Some of my favourite writers were Ibn-e-Safi, Devaki Nandan Khatri, Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, Prem Chand, etc. Nanaji (my maternal grandfather), who ran a Unani and Ayurvedic medicine shop in a small kasba (town) called Bairangania, used to be the only person from the area who knew English. My father cited him to motivate me to improve my English. Also, my private tutor, Janak Babu, made me believe that it was possible for a Bhojpuri-speaking Hindi/Urdu-medium student like me to learn the language. After 10 months with Janaki Babu, I started reading comics in English. Two years later, in 1988, I read my first English novel, Khushwant Singh's Train to Pakistan. The first book I actually bought myself was A Strange and Sublime Address by Amit Chaudhuri for the princely sum of Rs. 30 from a roadside bookseller.

Select the correct answer from options given below and complete the sentence. The passage is written in a ________

Reflective style

Dramatic style

Narrative style

Poetic style

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q835:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: I was born in Pandari, around 30 kilometers from Motihari in Bihar. My education started in my village madrasa and then in an Urdu-medium government school. I did not have any English then. When I discovered, at age 20 or 21, that Eric Arthur Blair aka George Orwell was born in Motihari, it made me wonder if I could be a writer too. That day, it became my dream. My Abba was the one who opened up the world of books for me. I must have been seven or eight, when he first gifted me a Hindi storybook. He was posted in a small town near Patna and visited our village home. Looking at the book, I asked Abba if it was for my next class. I did not know then that books existed beyond the classroom. When Abba explained, I was fascinated to hear about storybooks. I couldn't believe I would not have to pester my mother or grandmother for my daily dose of bedtime stories. That was the beginning of my love affair with books. By the time I was in class 10, I had finished reading hundreds of novels-literary as well as pulp fiction. Some of my favourite writers were Ibn-e-Safi, Devaki Nandan Khatri, Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, Prem Chand, etc. Nanaji (my maternal grandfather), who ran a Unani and Ayurvedic medicine shop in a small kasba (town) called Bairangania, used to be the only person from the area who knew English. My father cited him to motivate me to improve my English. Also, my private tutor, Janak Babu, made me believe that it was possible for a Bhojpuri-speaking Hindi/Urdu-medium student like me to learn the language. After 10 months with Janaki Babu, I started reading comics in English. Two years later, in 1988, I read my first English novel, Khushwant Singh's Train to Pakistan. The first book I actually bought myself was A Strange and Sublime Address by Amit Chaudhuri for the princely sum of Rs. 30 from a roadside bookseller.

What idea did the narrator's tutor put in his mind?

He shouldn't learn or read English.

It would be tough for him to learn English as he studied in Hindi/Urdu medium school.

Don't learn English as there is only one person speaking that language from the area.

It was possible for a Bhojpuri-speaking person like him to learn English.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q836:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given in the end: I was born in Pandari, around 30 kilometers from Motihari in Bihar. My education started in my village madrasa and then in an Urdu-medium government school. I did not have any English then. When I discovered, at age 20 or 21, that Eric Arthur Blair aka George Orwell was born in Motihari, it made me wonder if I could be a writer too. That day, it became my dream. My Abba was the one who opened up the world of books for me. I must have been seven or eight, when he first gifted me a Hindi storybook. He was posted in a small town near Patna and visited our village home. Looking at the book, I asked Abba if it was for my next class. I did not know then that books existed beyond the classroom. When Abba explained, I was fascinated to hear about storybooks. I couldn't believe I would not have to pester my mother or grandmother for my daily dose of bedtime stories. That was the beginning of my love affair with books. By the time I was in class 10, I had finished reading hundreds of novels-literary as well as pulp fiction. Some of my favourite writers were Ibn-e-Safi, Devaki Nandan Khatri, Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay, Prem Chand, etc. Nanaji (my maternal grandfather), who ran a Unani and Ayurvedic medicine shop in a small kasba (town) called Bairangania, used to be the only person from the area who knew English. My father cited him to motivate me to improve my English. Also, my private tutor, Janak Babu, made me believe that it was possible for a Bhojpuri-speaking Hindi/Urdu-medium student like me to learn the language. After 10 months with Janaki Babu, I started reading comics in English. Two years later, in 1988, I read my first English novel, Khushwant Singh's Train to Pakistan. The first book I actually bought myself was A Strange and Sublime Address by Amit Chaudhuri for the princely sum of Rs. 30 from a roadside bookseller.

Select the correct answer from options given below and complete the sentence. The narrator mentions names of a few writers to indicate that _____________

they were his favourite writers.

they were writers in English.

they were all from Motihari.

they all had taught the narrator.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q837:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage: 1. The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) defines eco-tourism as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment and sustain the well-being of local people." 2. Responsible tourism observes basic eco-ethical tenets. Fundamental rights like the right to exist or to live in peace, right to pure air and pure water are basic rights even for wildlife, indigenous people as well as for nature as whole. 3. Nature tourism and wildlife tourism are top priority for most foreign tourists, but in the Indian context, all picnics, nature walks, nature camps, trekking, hiking, safaris, jungle trails, mountaineering, cultural tours, pilgrimages, beaching, water sports, canoeing, boating and game-fishing should all observe eco-ethics. One step forward in ecotourism is to get involved in eco-restoration, biodiversity restoration and eco-development of local people in any degraded tourist ecosystem. 4. India, with her kaleidoscopic ecosystems and a wealth of cultural heritage of great antiquity has immense scope for ecotourism. Constant research to identify newer areas and spots for ecotourism, preparing brochures on them and on the eco-ethics relevant to each. Organising environmental trails and training knowledgeable guides, preferably using the services of the local people are the obligations of the tourism department. 5. This novel concept of ecotourism is so visionary that in the long run, it would be much viable economically, sustainable ecologically, acceptable socially and ideal philosophically rather than traditional tourism. On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer the following:

Responsible tourism or ecotourism means:

tourism as defined by TIES

tourism respecting the rights of nature, animals and people

tourism to study local wildlife, people and economics

tourism to cover areas of ecological imbalance

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q838:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage: 1. The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) defines eco-tourism as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment and sustain the well-being of local people." 2. Responsible tourism observes basic eco-ethical tenets. Fundamental rights like the right to exist or to live in peace, right to pure air and pure water are basic rights even for wildlife, indigenous people as well as for nature as whole. 3. Nature tourism and wildlife tourism are top priority for most foreign tourists, but in the Indian context, all picnics, nature walks, nature camps, trekking, hiking, safaris, jungle trails, mountaineering, cultural tours, pilgrimages, beaching, water sports, canoeing, boating and game-fishing should all observe eco-ethics. One step forward in ecotourism is to get involved in eco-restoration, biodiversity restoration and eco-development of local people in any degraded tourist ecosystem. 4. India, with her kaleidoscopic ecosystems and a wealth of cultural heritage of great antiquity has immense scope for ecotourism. Constant research to identify newer areas and spots for ecotourism, preparing brochures on them and on the eco-ethics relevant to each. Organising environmental trails and training knowledgeable guides, preferably using the services of the local people are the obligations of the tourism department. 5. This novel concept of ecotourism is so visionary that in the long run, it would be much viable economically, sustainable ecologically, acceptable socially and ideal philosophically rather than traditional tourism. On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer the following:

'One step forward' in para 3 refers to :

switching over from traditional tourism to eco-tourism

shifting from nature tourism to wildlife tourism

restoring balance in local ecosystems

studying local ecosystem

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q839:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the following passage: 1. The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) defines eco-tourism as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment and sustain the well-being of local people." 2. Responsible tourism observes basic eco-ethical tenets. Fundamental rights like the right to exist or to live in peace, right to pure air and pure water are basic rights even for wildlife, indigenous people as well as for nature as whole. 3. Nature tourism and wildlife tourism are top priority for most foreign tourists, but in the Indian context, all picnics, nature walks, nature camps, trekking, hiking, safaris, jungle trails, mountaineering, cultural tours, pilgrimages, beaching, water sports, canoeing, boating and game-fishing should all observe eco-ethics. One step forward in ecotourism is to get involved in eco-restoration, biodiversity restoration and eco-development of local people in any degraded tourist ecosystem. 4. India, with her kaleidoscopic ecosystems and a wealth of cultural heritage of great antiquity has immense scope for ecotourism. Constant research to identify newer areas and spots for ecotourism, preparing brochures on them and on the eco-ethics relevant to each. Organising environmental trails and training knowledgeable guides, preferably using the services of the local people are the obligations of the tourism department. 5. This novel concept of ecotourism is so visionary that in the long run, it would be much viable economically, sustainable ecologically, acceptable socially and ideal philosophically rather than traditional tourism. On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer the following:

In the author's opinion, most Indian tourists -

observe eco tourism ethics

lack eco tourism ethics

are aware of ecotourism ethics

should observe ecotourism ethics

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q840:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage: 1. The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) defines eco-tourism as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment and sustain the well-being of local people." 2. Responsible tourism observes basic eco-ethical tenets. Fundamental rights like the right to exist or to live in peace, right to pure air and pure water are basic rights even for wildlife, indigenous people as well as for nature as whole. 3. Nature tourism and wildlife tourism are top priority for most foreign tourists, but in the Indian context, all picnics, nature walks, nature camps, trekking, hiking, safaris, jungle trails, mountaineering, cultural tours, pilgrimages, beaching, water sports, canoeing, boating and game-fishing should all observe eco-ethics. One step forward in ecotourism is to get involved in eco-restoration, biodiversity restoration and eco-development of local people in any degraded tourist ecosystem. 4. India, with her kaleidoscopic ecosystems and a wealth of cultural heritage of great antiquity has immense scope for ecotourism. Constant research to identify newer areas and spots for ecotourism, preparing brochures on them and on the eco-ethics relevant to each. Organising environmental trails and training knowledgeable guides, preferably using the services of the local people are the obligations of the tourism department. 5. This novel concept of ecotourism is so visionary that in the long run, it would be much viable economically, sustainable ecologically, acceptable socially and ideal philosophically rather than traditional tourism. On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer the following:

According to the author, the tourism department should :

preserve the cultural heritage of great antiquity

exploit scope of ecotourism merely for profit

explore and develop novel opportunities only for wildlife tourism

use the services of local people to create knowledgeable guides

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q841:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage: 1. The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) defines eco-tourism as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment and sustain the well-being of local people." 2. Responsible tourism observes basic eco-ethical tenets. Fundamental rights like the right to exist or to live in peace, right to pure air and pure water are basic rights even for wildlife, indigenous people as well as for nature as whole. 3. Nature tourism and wildlife tourism are top priority for most foreign tourists, but in the Indian context, all picnics, nature walks, nature camps, trekking, hiking, safaris, jungle trails, mountaineering, cultural tours, pilgrimages, beaching, water sports, canoeing, boating and game-fishing should all observe eco-ethics. One step forward in ecotourism is to get involved in eco-restoration, biodiversity restoration and eco-development of local people in any degraded tourist ecosystem. 4. India, with her kaleidoscopic ecosystems and a wealth of cultural heritage of great antiquity has immense scope for ecotourism. Constant research to identify newer areas and spots for ecotourism, preparing brochures on them and on the eco-ethics relevant to each. Organising environmental trails and training knowledgeable guides, preferably using the services of the local people are the obligations of the tourism department. 5. This novel concept of ecotourism is so visionary that in the long run, it would be much viable economically, sustainable ecologically, acceptable socially and ideal philosophically rather than traditional tourism. On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer the following:

Which of the following words means 'returning to former condition' in para 3 ?

Degraded

Restoration

Priority

Observe

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q842:

20 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the following passage: 1. The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) defines eco-tourism as "responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment and sustain the well-being of local people." 2. Responsible tourism observes basic eco-ethical tenets. Fundamental rights like the right to exist or to live in peace, right to pure air and pure water are basic rights even for wildlife, indigenous people as well as for nature as whole. 3. Nature tourism and wildlife tourism are top priority for most foreign tourists, but in the Indian context, all picnics, nature walks, nature camps, trekking, hiking, safaris, jungle trails, mountaineering, cultural tours, pilgrimages, beaching, water sports, canoeing, boating and game-fishing should all observe eco-ethics. One step forward in ecotourism is to get involved in eco-restoration, biodiversity restoration and eco-development of local people in any degraded tourist ecosystem. 4. India, with her kaleidoscopic ecosystems and a wealth of cultural heritage of great antiquity has immense scope for ecotourism. Constant research to identify newer areas and spots for ecotourism, preparing brochures on them and on the eco-ethics relevant to each. Organising environmental trails and training knowledgeable guides, preferably using the services of the local people are the obligations of the tourism department. 5. This novel concept of ecotourism is so visionary that in the long run, it would be much viable economically, sustainable ecologically, acceptable socially and ideal philosophically rather than traditional tourism. On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer the following:

Which word in para 5 means 'meeting our own needs without compromising the needs of future generations?'

viable

visionary

sustainable

philosophical

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

Explanation →

Q843:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

In the Midst of the July 1966 hunger strike I had my second visit from my wife. It was almost exactly two years after the first visit, and it nearly did not happen at all. Winnie had been under constant harassment since her first visit in 1964. Her sisters and brother were persecuted by the police, and the authorities attempted to forbid anyone in her family from living with her. Some of this I learned at the time, much of it I found out later. Some of the nastiest items were known to me because when I would return from the quarry, I often would find neatly cut clippings about Winnie that had been anonymously placed on my bed by the warders. In small and spiteful ways, the authorities did their best to make Winnie's journeys as unpleasant as possible. For the previous two years, her visits had been stymied by local magistrates and by the repeated bannings that prevented her from traveling. I had recently heard through counsel that Winnie had been informed by the police that she could visit me only if she carried a pass. Winnie, who had been protesting the government's policy regarding women's passes since the 1950s, rightly refused to carry the hated document. The authorities were clearly attempting to humiliate her and me. But I thought it was more important that we see each other than to resist the petty machinations of the authorities, and Winnie consented to carry a pass. I missed her enormously and needed the reassurance of seeing her, and we also had vital family matters to discuss. The regulations governing each of Winnie's visits were long and complicated. She was barred from taking a train or car and had to fly, making the trip much more expensive. She was required to take the shortest route from the airport to Caledon Square, the Cape Town police station, where she was required to sign various documents. She had to report to the same station on the way back and sign more documents.

According to the passage, which one of the following options did not contribute to make Winnie's visits complicated: (1) Winnie was barred from taking a car or train (2) Winnie had to take expensive flights (3) Winnie had to carry outdated magazines with her (4) Winnie had to sign various documents

1

2

3

4

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q844:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

In the Midst of the July 1966 hunger strike I had my second visit from my wife. It was almost exactly two years after the first visit, and it nearly did not happen at all. Winnie had been under constant harassment since her first visit in 1964. Her sisters and brother were persecuted by the police, and the authorities attempted to forbid anyone in her family from living with her. Some of this I learned at the time, much of it I found out later. Some of the nastiest items were known to me because when I would return from the quarry, I often would find neatly cut clippings about Winnie that had been anonymously placed on my bed by the warders. In small and spiteful ways, the authorities did their best to make Winnie's journeys as unpleasant as possible. For the previous two years, her visits had been stymied by local magistrates and by the repeated bannings that prevented her from traveling. I had recently heard through counsel that Winnie had been informed by the police that she could visit me only if she carried a pass. Winnie, who had been protesting the government's policy regarding women's passes since the 1950s, rightly refused to carry the hated document. The authorities were clearly attempting to humiliate her and me. But I thought it was more important that we see each other than to resist the petty machinations of the authorities, and Winnie consented to carry a pass. I missed her enormously and needed the reassurance of seeing her, and we also had vital family matters to discuss. The regulations governing each of Winnie's visits were long and complicated. She was barred from taking a train or car and had to fly, making the trip much more expensive. She was required to take the shortest route from the airport to Caledon Square, the Cape Town police station, where she was required to sign various documents. She had to report to the same station on the way back and sign more documents.

From the passage it may be concluded that the emotions that narrator felt for Winnie are: (1) Love, compassion and concern (2) Annoyance, shame and irritation (3) Admiration, envy and rage (4) Prejudice, anger and love

1

2

3

4

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q845:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

In the Midst of the July 1966 hunger strike I had my second visit from my wife. It was almost exactly two years after the first visit, and it nearly did not happen at all. Winnie had been under constant harassment since her first visit in 1964. Her sisters and brother were persecuted by the police, and the authorities attempted to forbid anyone in her family from living with her. Some of this I learned at the time, much of it I found out later. Some of the nastiest items were known to me because when I would return from the quarry, I often would find neatly cut clippings about Winnie that had been anonymously placed on my bed by the warders. In small and spiteful ways, the authorities did their best to make Winnie's journeys as unpleasant as possible. For the previous two years, her visits had been stymied by local magistrates and by the repeated bannings that prevented her from traveling. I had recently heard through counsel that Winnie had been informed by the police that she could visit me only if she carried a pass. Winnie, who had been protesting the government's policy regarding women's passes since the 1950s, rightly refused to carry the hated document. The authorities were clearly attempting to humiliate her and me. But I thought it was more important that we see each other than to resist the petty machinations of the authorities, and Winnie consented to carry a pass. I missed her enormously and needed the reassurance of seeing her, and we also had vital family matters to discuss. The regulations governing each of Winnie's visits were long and complicated. She was barred from taking a train or car and had to fly, making the trip much more expensive. She was required to take the shortest route from the airport to Caledon Square, the Cape Town police station, where she was required to sign various documents. She had to report to the same station on the way back and sign more documents.

The possible reason for Winnie's refusal to carry a pass can be: (1) Winne did not want to follow the required protocols, as she was a habitual law-breaker (2) She was against the government's policy regarding passes for women (3) She did not understand the importance of a pass as she was illiterate (4) She wanted someone to get the pass delivered to her at the office

1

2

3

4

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q846:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

In the Midst of the July 1966 hunger strike I had my second visit from my wife. It was almost exactly two years after the first visit, and it nearly did not happen at all. Winnie had been under constant harassment since her first visit in 1964. Her sisters and brother were persecuted by the police, and the authorities attempted to forbid anyone in her family from living with her. Some of this I learned at the time, much of it I found out later. Some of the nastiest items were known to me because when I would return from the quarry, I often would find neatly cut clippings about Winnie that had been anonymously placed on my bed by the warders. In small and spiteful ways, the authorities did their best to make Winnie's journeys as unpleasant as possible. For the previous two years, her visits had been stymied by local magistrates and by the repeated bannings that prevented her from traveling. I had recently heard through counsel that Winnie had been informed by the police that she could visit me only if she carried a pass. Winnie, who had been protesting the government's policy regarding women's passes since the 1950s, rightly refused to carry the hated document. The authorities were clearly attempting to humiliate her and me. But I thought it was more important that we see each other than to resist the petty machinations of the authorities, and Winnie consented to carry a pass. I missed her enormously and needed the reassurance of seeing her, and we also had vital family matters to discuss. The regulations governing each of Winnie's visits were long and complicated. She was barred from taking a train or car and had to fly, making the trip much more expensive. She was required to take the shortest route from the airport to Caledon Square, the Cape Town police station, where she was required to sign various documents. She had to report to the same station on the way back and sign more documents.

From the passage it may be assumed that, Winnie as a person was: (1) Strong, idealistic and indomitable (2) Meek, timid and sly (3) Silly, Temperamental and stupid (4) Caring and Manipulative

1

2

3

4

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q847:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

In the Midst of the July 1966 hunger strike I had my second visit from my wife. It was almost exactly two years after the first visit, and it nearly did not happen at all. Winnie had been under constant harassment since her first visit in 1964. Her sisters and brother were persecuted by the police, and the authorities attempted to forbid anyone in her family from living with her. Some of this I learned at the time, much of it I found out later. Some of the nastiest items were known to me because when I would return from the quarry, I often would find neatly cut clippings about Winnie that had been anonymously placed on my bed by the warders. In small and spiteful ways, the authorities did their best to make Winnie's journeys as unpleasant as possible. For the previous two years, her visits had been stymied by local magistrates and by the repeated bannings that prevented her from traveling. I had recently heard through counsel that Winnie had been informed by the police that she could visit me only if she carried a pass. Winnie, who had been protesting the government's policy regarding women's passes since the 1950s, rightly refused to carry the hated document. The authorities were clearly attempting to humiliate her and me. But I thought it was more important that we see each other than to resist the petty machinations of the authorities, and Winnie consented to carry a pass. I missed her enormously and needed the reassurance of seeing her, and we also had vital family matters to discuss. The regulations governing each of Winnie's visits were long and complicated. She was barred from taking a train or car and had to fly, making the trip much more expensive. She was required to take the shortest route from the airport to Caledon Square, the Cape Town police station, where she was required to sign various documents. She had to report to the same station on the way back and sign more documents.

From the passage, we can assume that (select the option which is incorrect according to the passage) (1) Winnie was greatly anguished by the way she and her family were harshly treated (2) Winnie wanted to participate in a beauty pageant (3) The very unpleasant treatment and attitude of the government made Winnie all the more determined (4) Winnie made all efforts to meet her husband

1

2

3

4

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q848:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

In the Midst of the July 1966 hunger strike I had my second visit from my wife. It was almost exactly two years after the first visit, and it nearly did not happen at all. Winnie had been under constant harassment since her first visit in 1964. Her sisters and brother were persecuted by the police, and the authorities attempted to forbid anyone in her family from living with her. Some of this I learned at the time, much of it I found out later. Some of the nastiest items were known to me because when I would return from the quarry, I often would find neatly cut clippings about Winnie that had been anonymously placed on my bed by the warders. In small and spiteful ways, the authorities did their best to make Winnie's journeys as unpleasant as possible. For the previous two years, her visits had been stymied by local magistrates and by the repeated bannings that prevented her from traveling. I had recently heard through counsel that Winnie had been informed by the police that she could visit me only if she carried a pass. Winnie, who had been protesting the government's policy regarding women's passes since the 1950s, rightly refused to carry the hated document. The authorities were clearly attempting to humiliate her and me. But I thought it was more important that we see each other than to resist the petty machinations of the authorities, and Winnie consented to carry a pass. I missed her enormously and needed the reassurance of seeing her, and we also had vital family matters to discuss. The regulations governing each of Winnie's visits were long and complicated. She was barred from taking a train or car and had to fly, making the trip much more expensive. She was required to take the shortest route from the airport to Caledon Square, the Cape Town police station, where she was required to sign various documents. She had to report to the same station on the way back and sign more documents.

Match List - A with List - B. | List - A | List - B | |----------|----------| | (A) Second visit of Winnie was in | (I) July 1966 | | (B) Winne was constantly harassed since | (II) 1964 | | (C) Police informed Winne that | (III) She could visit her husband only if she carried a pass | | (D) Police station where Winnie signed documents | (IV) Caledon Square | Choose the correct answer from the options given below: (1) (A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (III) (2) (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (II), (D) - (I) (3) (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV) (4) (A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (III), (D) - (I)

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Q849:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

In order to identify potential for intellectual and educational progress, the literacy rate of a country covers the level of education and skills acquired by a country's inhabitants. Literacy is an important indicator of a country's economic progress and the standard of living - it shows how many people have access to education. However, the standards to measure literacy cannot be universally applied. Measures to identify and define illiterate and literate inhabitants vary from country to country: In some, illiteracy is equated with no schooling at all. Globally speaking, more men are able to read and write than women, and this disparity is also reflected in the literacy rate in India - with scarcity of schools and education in rural areas being one factor, and poverty another. Especially in rural areas, women and girls are often not given proper access to formal education, and even if they are, many drop out. Today, India is already being surpassed in this area by other emerging economies, like Brazil, China, and even by most other countries in the Asia - Pacific region. To catch up, India now has to offer more educational programs to its rural population, not only on how to read and write, but also on traditional gender roles.

The introductory paragraph of the passage deals with: (1) India and it's education policy (2) American dream (3) Global literacy (4) School education for women in Kerala

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Q850:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

In order to identify potential for intellectual and educational progress, the literacy rate of a country covers the level of education and skills acquired by a country's inhabitants. Literacy is an important indicator of a country's economic progress and the standard of living - it shows how many people have access to education. However, the standards to measure literacy cannot be universally applied. Measures to identify and define illiterate and literate inhabitants vary from country to country: In some, illiteracy is equated with no schooling at all. Globally speaking, more men are able to read and write than women, and this disparity is also reflected in the literacy rate in India - with scarcity of schools and education in rural areas being one factor, and poverty another. Especially in rural areas, women and girls are often not given proper access to formal education, and even if they are, many drop out. Today, India is already being surpassed in this area by other emerging economies, like Brazil, China, and even by most other countries in the Asia - Pacific region. To catch up, India now has to offer more educational programs to its rural population, not only on how to read and write, but also on traditional gender roles.

Literacy primarily shows: (1) Writing ability and fluency (2) Number of people with high standards (3) Number of people with access to education (4) Skill in Numeracy and Math

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Q851:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

In order to identify potential for intellectual and educational progress, the literacy rate of a country covers the level of education and skills acquired by a country's inhabitants. Literacy is an important indicator of a country's economic progress and the standard of living - it shows how many people have access to education. However, the standards to measure literacy cannot be universally applied. Measures to identify and define illiterate and literate inhabitants vary from country to country: In some, illiteracy is equated with no schooling at all. Globally speaking, more men are able to read and write than women, and this disparity is also reflected in the literacy rate in India - with scarcity of schools and education in rural areas being one factor, and poverty another. Especially in rural areas, women and girls are often not given proper access to formal education, and even if they are, many drop out. Today, India is already being surpassed in this area by other emerging economies, like Brazil, China, and even by most other countries in the Asia - Pacific region. To catch up, India now has to offer more educational programs to its rural population, not only on how to read and write, but also on traditional gender roles.

According to the passage which one of the following statements is correct: (1) More men are able to read and write than women (2) More men are able to read but women write better (3) More women are able to read and write than men (4) More men are able to write but are not able to read

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Q852:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

In order to identify potential for intellectual and educational progress, the literacy rate of a country covers the level of education and skills acquired by a country's inhabitants. Literacy is an important indicator of a country's economic progress and the standard of living - it shows how many people have access to education. However, the standards to measure literacy cannot be universally applied. Measures to identify and define illiterate and literate inhabitants vary from country to country: In some, illiteracy is equated with no schooling at all. Globally speaking, more men are able to read and write than women, and this disparity is also reflected in the literacy rate in India - with scarcity of schools and education in rural areas being one factor, and poverty another. Especially in rural areas, women and girls are often not given proper access to formal education, and even if they are, many drop out. Today, India is already being surpassed in this area by other emerging economies, like Brazil, China, and even by most other countries in the Asia - Pacific region. To catch up, India now has to offer more educational programs to its rural population, not only on how to read and write, but also on traditional gender roles.

According to the passage which one of the following statements is correct: (1) Increase in population will lead to better education system (2) India's literacy rate is better than that of Brazil (3) Better school and institution are not important for the progress of any nation (4) Better access to formal education will prevent girl students from dropping out

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Q853:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

In order to identify potential for intellectual and educational progress, the literacy rate of a country covers the level of education and skills acquired by a country's inhabitants. Literacy is an important indicator of a country's economic progress and the standard of living - it shows how many people have access to education. However, the standards to measure literacy cannot be universally applied. Measures to identify and define illiterate and literate inhabitants vary from country to country: In some, illiteracy is equated with no schooling at all. Globally speaking, more men are able to read and write than women, and this disparity is also reflected in the literacy rate in India - with scarcity of schools and education in rural areas being one factor, and poverty another. Especially in rural areas, women and girls are often not given proper access to formal education, and even if they are, many drop out. Today, India is already being surpassed in this area by other emerging economies, like Brazil, China, and even by most other countries in the Asia - Pacific region. To catch up, India now has to offer more educational programs to its rural population, not only on how to read and write, but also on traditional gender roles.

By economic progress the narrator means: (1) Big school, college and university only (2) A smart banking system only (3) Prosperous, healthy, educated and an ethical society that is inclusive, fair and progressive (4) Few traders and business houses grow big

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Q854:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

In order to identify potential for intellectual and educational progress, the literacy rate of a country covers the level of education and skills acquired by a country's inhabitants. Literacy is an important indicator of a country's economic progress and the standard of living - it shows how many people have access to education. However, the standards to measure literacy cannot be universally applied. Measures to identify and define illiterate and literate inhabitants vary from country to country: In some, illiteracy is equated with no schooling at all. Globally speaking, more men are able to read and write than women, and this disparity is also reflected in the literacy rate in India - with scarcity of schools and education in rural areas being one factor, and poverty another. Especially in rural areas, women and girls are often not given proper access to formal education, and even if they are, many drop out. Today, India is already being surpassed in this area by other emerging economies, like Brazil, China, and even by most other countries in the Asia - Pacific region. To catch up, India now has to offer more educational programs to its rural population, not only on how to read and write, but also on traditional gender roles.

Match List - I with List - II. | List - I | List - II | |----------|-----------| | (A) Literacy rate measures | (I) education and skills of the citizens | | (B) Standards to measure literacy rate | (II) vary from country to country | | (C) Illiteracy in many countries | (III) is equated with no schooling | | (D) To catch up with progressive world | (IV) India has to develop more educational programs for her rural population | Choose the correct answer from the options given below: (1) (A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (I) (2) (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV) (3) (A) - (II), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (I) (4) (A) - (III), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (IV)

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Q855:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

It is your duty to train and develop your mind and acquire knowledge, as much as you possibly can obtain. Knowledge is like a deep well, fed by perennial springs, and your mind is the little bucket that you drop into it: you will get as much as you can assimilate. The brain, which is the physical organ of the mind, is one of the two precious products of the aeons of Evolution, the other is the imponderable 'Social instinct'. This wonderful Brain, whose every convolution represents millions of years of Time, really distinguishes you from the animals. Many animals have very powerful sense organs; the eagle, the ant and the dog have keener sense of sight than Man. But no animal has a more evolved Brain and higher Intelligence. If you do not develop and use this Brain to the utmost of your power, you are more akin to the beasts than to Homo sapiens. Knowledge and mental self-culture confer untold blessings upon you. You will not be the victim of superstition and demagogy in religion and politics, not to be doped and duped by the priests and the politicians of capitalism and so called Socialism: is this not a nobel aim worth striving for? Most men and women today are not free and wise. They are fleeced and fooled on account of their ignorance. Half the ills of man are due to ignorance.

According to the passage, we the Homo sapiens are different from the beasts because: (A) We have strong sense of smell and sight unlike some of the predatory animals (B) We were able to develop our brains and our social instinct over the past millions of years unlike the other animals (C) we did not evolve like other animals did (D) we only use computers for our information and knowledge today Choose the correct answer from the options given below: (1) (A) (2) (B) (3) (C) (4) (D)

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Q856:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

It is your duty to train and develop your mind and acquire knowledge, as much as you possibly can obtain. Knowledge is like a deep well, fed by perennial springs, and your mind is the little bucket that you drop into it: you will get as much as you can assimilate. The brain, which is the physical organ of the mind, is one of the two precious products of the aeons of Evolution, the other is the imponderable 'Social instinct'. This wonderful Brain, whose every convolution represents millions of years of Time, really distinguishes you from the animals. Many animals have very powerful sense organs; the eagle, the ant and the dog have keener sense of sight than Man. But no animal has a more evolved Brain and higher Intelligence. If you do not develop and use this Brain to the utmost of your power, you are more akin to the beasts than to Homo sapiens. Knowledge and mental self-culture confer untold blessings upon you. You will not be the victim of superstition and demagogy in religion and politics, not to be doped and duped by the priests and the politicians of capitalism and so called Socialism: is this not a nobel aim worth striving for? Most men and women today are not free and wise. They are fleeced and fooled on account of their ignorance. Half the ills of man are due to ignorance.

According to the passage, along with our highly evolved brain we as humans have also been blessed with the asset of "Social Instinct" which: (A) allows us to become social predators (B) helps us to become wise fair, just and independent that gives us our superior position in the Animal kingdom (C) develop our sense of smell and sight (D) makes us inordinately lazy and cruel Choose the correct answer from the options given below: (1) (A) only (2) (C) only (3) (B) only (4) (D) only

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Q857:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Easy

It is your duty to train and develop your mind and acquire knowledge, as much as you possibly can obtain. Knowledge is like a deep well, fed by perennial springs, and your mind is the little bucket that you drop into it: you will get as much as you can assimilate. The brain, which is the physical organ of the mind, is one of the two precious products of the aeons of Evolution, the other is the imponderable 'Social instinct'. This wonderful Brain, whose every convolution represents millions of years of Time, really distinguishes you from the animals. Many animals have very powerful sense organs; the eagle, the ant and the dog have keener sense of sight than Man. But no animal has a more evolved Brain and higher Intelligence. If you do not develop and use this Brain to the utmost of your power, you are more akin to the beasts than to Homo sapiens. Knowledge and mental self-culture confer untold blessings upon you. You will not be the victim of superstition and demagogy in religion and politics, not to be doped and duped by the priests and the politicians of capitalism and so called Socialism: is this not a nobel aim worth striving for? Most men and women today are not free and wise. They are fleeced and fooled on account of their ignorance. Half the ills of man are due to ignorance.

According to the passage, it is our duty to: (1) train our mind and acquire as much knowledge as possible (2) train our mind and travel in trains to see beautiful places and landscapes (3) train our mind and wait for someone to tell us what to do next (4) never train our mind as we are born with a lot of artificial intelligence

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Q858:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

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It is your duty to train and develop your mind and acquire knowledge, as much as you possibly can obtain. Knowledge is like a deep well, fed by perennial springs, and your mind is the little bucket that you drop into it: you will get as much as you can assimilate. The brain, which is the physical organ of the mind, is one of the two precious products of the aeons of Evolution, the other is the imponderable 'Social instinct'. This wonderful Brain, whose every convolution represents millions of years of Time, really distinguishes you from the animals. Many animals have very powerful sense organs; the eagle, the ant and the dog have keener sense of sight than Man. But no animal has a more evolved Brain and higher Intelligence. If you do not develop and use this Brain to the utmost of your power, you are more akin to the beasts than to Homo sapiens. Knowledge and mental self-culture confer untold blessings upon you. You will not be the victim of superstition and demagogy in religion and politics, not to be doped and duped by the priests and the politicians of capitalism and so called Socialism: is this not a nobel aim worth striving for? Most men and women today are not free and wise. They are fleeced and fooled on account of their ignorance. Half the ills of man are due to ignorance.

According to the passage knowledge and mental self culture can bestow unimaginable blessings on us because: (A) knowledge and mental self-culture will make us classy and elegant (B) mental self-culture will help us get free of prejudice, and arrogance due to the wisdom we gain from knowledge (C) knowledge will lead to a prosperous career only (D) knowledge and mental self culture will push us towards arrogance and superstitions Choose the correct answer from the options given below: (1) (A) only (2) (D) only (3) (B) only (4) (C) only

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Q859:

17 Aug Shift 2

VA > Passage

Medium

It is your duty to train and develop your mind and acquire knowledge, as much as you possibly can obtain. Knowledge is like a deep well, fed by perennial springs, and your mind is the little bucket that you drop into it: you will get as much as you can assimilate. The brain, which is the physical organ of the mind, is one of the two precious products of the aeons of Evolution, the other is the imponderable 'Social instinct'. This wonderful Brain, whose every convolution represents millions of years of Time, really distinguishes you from the animals. Many animals have very powerful sense organs; the eagle, the ant and the dog have keener sense of sight than Man. But no animal has a more evolved Brain and higher Intelligence. If you do not develop and use this Brain to the utmost of your power, you are more akin to the beasts than to Homo sapiens. Knowledge and mental self-culture confer untold blessings upon you. You will not be the victim of superstition and demagogy in religion and politics, not to be doped and duped by the priests and the politicians of capitalism and so called Socialism: is this not a nobel aim worth striving for? Most men and women today are not free and wise. They are fleeced and fooled on account of their ignorance. Half the ills of man are due to ignorance.

The passage compares our mind to a little bucket. It does so because: (1) our brain is designed like a bucket to store the water needed by our metabolism (2) our brain as the physical organ of our mind is capable of accepting and storing the information we acquire from life (3) the shape of our brain is like that of a bucket (4) the brain has a bucket like cavity for storage of physical matter

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Q860:

17 Aug Shift 2

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Medium

It is your duty to train and develop your mind and acquire knowledge, as much as you possibly can obtain. Knowledge is like a deep well, fed by perennial springs, and your mind is the little bucket that you drop into it: you will get as much as you can assimilate. The brain, which is the physical organ of the mind, is one of the two precious products of the aeons of Evolution, the other is the imponderable 'Social instinct'. This wonderful Brain, whose every convolution represents millions of years of Time, really distinguishes you from the animals. Many animals have very powerful sense organs; the eagle, the ant and the dog have keener sense of sight than Man. But no animal has a more evolved Brain and higher Intelligence. If you do not develop and use this Brain to the utmost of your power, you are more akin to the beasts than to Homo sapiens. Knowledge and mental self-culture confer untold blessings upon you. You will not be the victim of superstition and demagogy in religion and politics, not to be doped and duped by the priests and the politicians of capitalism and so called Socialism: is this not a nobel aim worth striving for? Most men and women today are not free and wise. They are fleeced and fooled on account of their ignorance. Half the ills of man are due to ignorance.

Match List - I with List - II. | List - I | List - II | |----------|-----------| | (A) It is our duty to develop | (I) Not free and wise because they have remained victims of superstitions and ignorance | | (B) Knowledge is like a deep well | (II) fed by everlasting and perpetual springs | | (C) It has taken millions of year | (III) to evolve our brain to what it is now-a wonderful asset that makes us superior and evolved | | (D) Most men and women today are still | (IV) our mind to gain knowledge | Choose the correct answer from the options given below: (1) (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV) (2) (A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (III), (D) - (IV) (3) (A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (I) (4) (A) - (II), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III)

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Q861:

17 Aug Shift 1

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Medium

The first form did not really see very much of Erica because she did not have lessons with them. But even if they met her in a passage or in the art room or gym they looked the other way. In the common-room at night Erica had a miserable time. Not one of the second form girls also would have anything to do with her. Loud remarks about sneaks and cowards were made in her hearing. The only person who ever threw her a word at all was the bad-tempered Margery Fenworthy. Erica did not like Margery any more than the other girls did but she was so grateful to be spoken to even, by the surly first former that she almost began to like the girl. 'I'm surprised you speak to Erica, Margery,' said Pat, when she had heard Margery ask to borrow Erica's stationery said Margery, in her usual rude way. 'You're none of you friendly to me, and I know what it is to have people being beastly to you.' 'But Margery, it's your own fault,' said Pat in surprise. 'You're so rude and sullen. You never smile and joke.' Margery, 'you don't give me a chance.'' Oh, Margery, what a fib'! Cried Pat. 'It's you who never give us a chance to be decent to you. You scowl and glower and frown all the time.' 'If you're going to pick me to pieces you can save yourself the trouble', said Margery, fiercely. 'I don't care tuppence for any of you. And if I want to speak to that wretched Erica, I shall. Who cares for a pack of silly girls, and a crowd of stuck-up teachers? I don't' Pat was astonished. What a strange girl Margery was! Did she really want a chance of being friends with the others? Was she terribly shy? What was behind that funny manner of hers? Pat talked about it with her twin. 'Margery is always making enemies she said. 'I spoke to her today about it and she accused us of never giving her a chance! Do you think we ought to do something about it?'

Match List-I with List-II | List I (Part A) | List II (Part B) | |---|---| | A. Loud remarks about sneaks and cowards were made | I. in the presence of Erica | | B. Margery Fenworthy | II. was very unpopular | | C. "Oh Margery...it's you who never give us a chance to be decent" | III. said Pat | | D. The girl with a twin sister named | IV. Pat | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

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Q862:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The first form did not really see very much of Erica because she did not have lessons with them. But even if they met her in a passage or in the art room or gym they looked the other way. In the common-room at night Erica had a miserable time. Not one of the second form girls also would have anything to do with her. Loud remarks about sneaks and cowards were made in her hearing. The only person who ever threw her a word at all was the bad-tempered Margery Fenworthy. Erica did not like Margery any more than the other girls did but she was so grateful to be spoken to even, by the surly first former that she almost began to like the girl. 'I'm surprised you speak to Erica, Margery,' said Pat, when she had heard Margery ask to borrow Erica's stationery said Margery, in her usual rude way. 'You're none of you friendly to me, and I know what it is to have people being beastly to you.' 'But Margery, it's your own fault,' said Pat in surprise. 'You're so rude and sullen. You never smile and joke.' Margery, 'you don't give me a chance.'' Oh, Margery, what a fib'! Cried Pat. 'It's you who never give us a chance to be decent to you. You scowl and glower and frown all the time.' 'If you're going to pick me to pieces you can save yourself the trouble', said Margery, fiercely. 'I don't care tuppence for any of you. And if I want to speak to that wretched Erica, I shall. Who cares for a pack of silly girls, and a crowd of stuck-up teachers? I don't' Pat was astonished. What a strange girl Margery was! Did she really want a chance of being friends with the others? Was she terribly shy? What was behind that funny manner of hers? Pat talked about it with her twin. 'Margery is always making enemies she said. 'I spoke to her today about it and she accused us of never giving her a chance! Do you think we ought to do something about it?'

From the given options, choose the one which is correct according to the passage. The girls mentioned in the passage are A. Erica, Margery and Pat B. Erica and Pat only C. Only Patricia D. Joan, Erica and Patricia Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Q863:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The first form did not really see very much of Erica because she did not have lessons with them. But even if they met her in a passage or in the art room or gym they looked the other way. In the common-room at night Erica had a miserable time. Not one of the second form girls also would have anything to do with her. Loud remarks about sneaks and cowards were made in her hearing. The only person who ever threw her a word at all was the bad-tempered Margery Fenworthy. Erica did not like Margery any more than the other girls did but she was so grateful to be spoken to even, by the surly first former that she almost began to like the girl. 'I'm surprised you speak to Erica, Margery,' said Pat, when she had heard Margery ask to borrow Erica's stationery said Margery, in her usual rude way. 'You're none of you friendly to me, and I know what it is to have people being beastly to you.' 'But Margery, it's your own fault,' said Pat in surprise. 'You're so rude and sullen. You never smile and joke.' Margery, 'you don't give me a chance.'' Oh, Margery, what a fib'! Cried Pat. 'It's you who never give us a chance to be decent to you. You scowl and glower and frown all the time.' 'If you're going to pick me to pieces you can save yourself the trouble', said Margery, fiercely. 'I don't care tuppence for any of you. And if I want to speak to that wretched Erica, I shall. Who cares for a pack of silly girls, and a crowd of stuck-up teachers? I don't' Pat was astonished. What a strange girl Margery was! Did she really want a chance of being friends with the others? Was she terribly shy? What was behind that funny manner of hers? Pat talked about it with her twin. 'Margery is always making enemies she said. 'I spoke to her today about it and she accused us of never giving her a chance! Do you think we ought to do something about it?'

From the given options, select the one which is right and correct according to the passage:

"I am surprised you speak to Margery, Erica" said Pat

"I am surprised you speak to Erica, Pat" said Margery

"I am surprised you speak to Margery, Pat" said Erica

"I am surprised you speak to Erica, Margery" said Pat

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Q864:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The first form did not really see very much of Erica because she did not have lessons with them. But even if they met her in a passage or in the art room or gym they looked the other way. In the common-room at night Erica had a miserable time. Not one of the second form girls also would have anything to do with her. Loud remarks about sneaks and cowards were made in her hearing. The only person who ever threw her a word at all was the bad-tempered Margery Fenworthy. Erica did not like Margery any more than the other girls did but she was so grateful to be spoken to even, by the surly first former that she almost began to like the girl. 'I'm surprised you speak to Erica, Margery,' said Pat, when she had heard Margery ask to borrow Erica's stationery said Margery, in her usual rude way. 'You're none of you friendly to me, and I know what it is to have people being beastly to you.' 'But Margery, it's your own fault,' said Pat in surprise. 'You're so rude and sullen. You never smile and joke.' Margery, 'you don't give me a chance.'' Oh, Margery, what a fib'! Cried Pat. 'It's you who never give us a chance to be decent to you. You scowl and glower and frown all the time.' 'If you're going to pick me to pieces you can save yourself the trouble', said Margery, fiercely. 'I don't care tuppence for any of you. And if I want to speak to that wretched Erica, I shall. Who cares for a pack of silly girls, and a crowd of stuck-up teachers? I don't' Pat was astonished. What a strange girl Margery was! Did she really want a chance of being friends with the others? Was she terribly shy? What was behind that funny manner of hers? Pat talked about it with her twin. 'Margery is always making enemies she said. 'I spoke to her today about it and she accused us of never giving her a chance! Do you think we ought to do something about it?'

From the passage Margaret Fenworthy comes across as --------- select the option which is correct according the passage

A bad tempered, unpopular girl

Heroic and a strong mountaineer

Saintly and a recluse

A cynical middle aged woman

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Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q865:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The first form did not really see very much of Erica because she did not have lessons with them. But even if they met her in a passage or in the art room or gym they looked the other way. In the common-room at night Erica had a miserable time. Not one of the second form girls also would have anything to do with her. Loud remarks about sneaks and cowards were made in her hearing. The only person who ever threw her a word at all was the bad-tempered Margery Fenworthy. Erica did not like Margery any more than the other girls did but she was so grateful to be spoken to even, by the surly first former that she almost began to like the girl. 'I'm surprised you speak to Erica, Margery,' said Pat, when she had heard Margery ask to borrow Erica's stationery said Margery, in her usual rude way. 'You're none of you friendly to me, and I know what it is to have people being beastly to you.' 'But Margery, it's your own fault,' said Pat in surprise. 'You're so rude and sullen. You never smile and joke.' Margery, 'you don't give me a chance.'' Oh, Margery, what a fib'! Cried Pat. 'It's you who never give us a chance to be decent to you. You scowl and glower and frown all the time.' 'If you're going to pick me to pieces you can save yourself the trouble', said Margery, fiercely. 'I don't care tuppence for any of you. And if I want to speak to that wretched Erica, I shall. Who cares for a pack of silly girls, and a crowd of stuck-up teachers? I don't' Pat was astonished. What a strange girl Margery was! Did she really want a chance of being friends with the others? Was she terribly shy? What was behind that funny manner of hers? Pat talked about it with her twin. 'Margery is always making enemies she said. 'I spoke to her today about it and she accused us of never giving her a chance! Do you think we ought to do something about it?'

From the passage it may be concluded that Erica was very Select the option which is correct according to the passage.

Lonely, friendless and timid

Dominating and Arrogant

Cunning and stupid

Brilliant and very popular

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q866:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The first form did not really see very much of Erica because she did not have lessons with them. But even if they met her in a passage or in the art room or gym they looked the other way. In the common-room at night Erica had a miserable time. Not one of the second form girls also would have anything to do with her. Loud remarks about sneaks and cowards were made in her hearing. The only person who ever threw her a word at all was the bad-tempered Margery Fenworthy. Erica did not like Margery any more than the other girls did but she was so grateful to be spoken to even, by the surly first former that she almost began to like the girl. 'I'm surprised you speak to Erica, Margery,' said Pat, when she had heard Margery ask to borrow Erica's stationery said Margery, in her usual rude way. 'You're none of you friendly to me, and I know what it is to have people being beastly to you.' 'But Margery, it's your own fault,' said Pat in surprise. 'You're so rude and sullen. You never smile and joke.' Margery, 'you don't give me a chance.'' Oh, Margery, what a fib'! Cried Pat. 'It's you who never give us a chance to be decent to you. You scowl and glower and frown all the time.' 'If you're going to pick me to pieces you can save yourself the trouble', said Margery, fiercely. 'I don't care tuppence for any of you. And if I want to speak to that wretched Erica, I shall. Who cares for a pack of silly girls, and a crowd of stuck-up teachers? I don't' Pat was astonished. What a strange girl Margery was! Did she really want a chance of being friends with the others? Was she terribly shy? What was behind that funny manner of hers? Pat talked about it with her twin. 'Margery is always making enemies she said. 'I spoke to her today about it and she accused us of never giving her a chance! Do you think we ought to do something about it?'

From the passage it becomes clear that-(choose the correct option) Not one of the First Form girls would have anything to do with Erica because:

She did not have any lessons with them

She used to mind her own business

She was unfriendly, rude and selfish

Erica was away on a holiday in Paris with her family

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q867:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

She took me by the hand walked me into the lobby like a five-year old child. Didn't she know I was pushing 15? This was the third home Nancy was placing me in-in a span of eight months! I guess she felt a little sorry for me. The bright fluorescent lights threatened to burn my skin as I walked towards a bouncy-looking lady with curly hair and a sweetly-smiling man. They called themselves Allie and Alex. Cute, I thought. After they exchanged the usual reams of paperwork, it was off in their Chevy Suburban to get situated into another new home. This time, there were no other foster children and nor another biological child. Anything could happen. Over the next few weeks, Allie, Alex and I fell into quite a nice routine. She'd make pancakes for breakfast, or he'd fry up some sausage and eggs. They sang a lot, even danced as they cooked. They must have just bought the house because, most weekends, we were either painting a living room butter yellow or staining a coffee table mocha brown. I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop. When would they start threatening a loss of pancakes if I didn't mow the lawn? When would the sausage and eggs be replaced with unidentifiable slosh because he didn't feel like cooking in the morning? But, it never happened. They kept cooking, singing, and dancing like a couple of happy fools. It was a Saturday afternoon when Allie decided it was time to paint the brick fireplace white. As we crawled closer to the dirty old firepit, we pulled out the petrified wood and noticed a teeny- tiny treasure box! We looked at each other in wonder and excitement. She actually said, "I wonder if the Leprechauns left it!"

Over the next few weeks who all fell into a nice comfortable routine? select the correct option

Nancy

Allie and Nancy

The narrator, Allie and Alex

Only Alex

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q868:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

She took me by the hand walked me into the lobby like a five-year old child. Didn't she know I was pushing 15? This was the third home Nancy was placing me in-in a span of eight months! I guess she felt a little sorry for me. The bright fluorescent lights threatened to burn my skin as I walked towards a bouncy-looking lady with curly hair and a sweetly-smiling man. They called themselves Allie and Alex. Cute, I thought. After they exchanged the usual reams of paperwork, it was off in their Chevy Suburban to get situated into another new home. This time, there were no other foster children and nor another biological child. Anything could happen. Over the next few weeks, Allie, Alex and I fell into quite a nice routine. She'd make pancakes for breakfast, or he'd fry up some sausage and eggs. They sang a lot, even danced as they cooked. They must have just bought the house because, most weekends, we were either painting a living room butter yellow or staining a coffee table mocha brown. I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop. When would they start threatening a loss of pancakes if I didn't mow the lawn? When would the sausage and eggs be replaced with unidentifiable slosh because he didn't feel like cooking in the morning? But, it never happened. They kept cooking, singing, and dancing like a couple of happy fools. It was a Saturday afternoon when Allie decided it was time to paint the brick fireplace white. As we crawled closer to the dirty old firepit, we pulled out the petrified wood and noticed a teeny- tiny treasure box! We looked at each other in wonder and excitement. She actually said, "I wonder if the Leprechauns left it!"

"She took me by the hand and walked me into the lobby...". The 'me' refers to the:

Narrator and the protagonist of the passage

Narrator and the footballer

A filmstar and a villain

The headmaster of an English school

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q869:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

She took me by the hand walked me into the lobby like a five-year old child. Didn't she know I was pushing 15? This was the third home Nancy was placing me in-in a span of eight months! I guess she felt a little sorry for me. The bright fluorescent lights threatened to burn my skin as I walked towards a bouncy-looking lady with curly hair and a sweetly-smiling man. They called themselves Allie and Alex. Cute, I thought. After they exchanged the usual reams of paperwork, it was off in their Chevy Suburban to get situated into another new home. This time, there were no other foster children and nor another biological child. Anything could happen. Over the next few weeks, Allie, Alex and I fell into quite a nice routine. She'd make pancakes for breakfast, or he'd fry up some sausage and eggs. They sang a lot, even danced as they cooked. They must have just bought the house because, most weekends, we were either painting a living room butter yellow or staining a coffee table mocha brown. I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop. When would they start threatening a loss of pancakes if I didn't mow the lawn? When would the sausage and eggs be replaced with unidentifiable slosh because he didn't feel like cooking in the morning? But, it never happened. They kept cooking, singing, and dancing like a couple of happy fools. It was a Saturday afternoon when Allie decided it was time to paint the brick fireplace white. As we crawled closer to the dirty old firepit, we pulled out the petrified wood and noticed a teeny- tiny treasure box! We looked at each other in wonder and excitement. She actually said, "I wonder if the Leprechauns left it!"

On a Sunday afternoon, what did Allie decide to do? select the correct option A. Crawl towards the dirty old garage B. Paint the brick firepit white C. Sing a song D. Write a letter to the President Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A

B

C

D

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q870:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

She took me by the hand walked me into the lobby like a five-year old child. Didn't she know I was pushing 15? This was the third home Nancy was placing me in-in a span of eight months! I guess she felt a little sorry for me. The bright fluorescent lights threatened to burn my skin as I walked towards a bouncy-looking lady with curly hair and a sweetly-smiling man. They called themselves Allie and Alex. Cute, I thought. After they exchanged the usual reams of paperwork, it was off in their Chevy Suburban to get situated into another new home. This time, there were no other foster children and nor another biological child. Anything could happen. Over the next few weeks, Allie, Alex and I fell into quite a nice routine. She'd make pancakes for breakfast, or he'd fry up some sausage and eggs. They sang a lot, even danced as they cooked. They must have just bought the house because, most weekends, we were either painting a living room butter yellow or staining a coffee table mocha brown. I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop. When would they start threatening a loss of pancakes if I didn't mow the lawn? When would the sausage and eggs be replaced with unidentifiable slosh because he didn't feel like cooking in the morning? But, it never happened. They kept cooking, singing, and dancing like a couple of happy fools. It was a Saturday afternoon when Allie decided it was time to paint the brick fireplace white. As we crawled closer to the dirty old firepit, we pulled out the petrified wood and noticed a teeny- tiny treasure box! We looked at each other in wonder and excitement. She actually said, "I wonder if the Leprechauns left it!"

It appears from the passage that over the next few days the narrator and the other two characters were:- select the correct option

Relaxed and comfortable

Stressed and anxious

Depressed and gloomy

Plotting revenge

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q871:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

She took me by the hand walked me into the lobby like a five-year old child. Didn't she know I was pushing 15? This was the third home Nancy was placing me in-in a span of eight months! I guess she felt a little sorry for me. The bright fluorescent lights threatened to burn my skin as I walked towards a bouncy-looking lady with curly hair and a sweetly-smiling man. They called themselves Allie and Alex. Cute, I thought. After they exchanged the usual reams of paperwork, it was off in their Chevy Suburban to get situated into another new home. This time, there were no other foster children and nor another biological child. Anything could happen. Over the next few weeks, Allie, Alex and I fell into quite a nice routine. She'd make pancakes for breakfast, or he'd fry up some sausage and eggs. They sang a lot, even danced as they cooked. They must have just bought the house because, most weekends, we were either painting a living room butter yellow or staining a coffee table mocha brown. I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop. When would they start threatening a loss of pancakes if I didn't mow the lawn? When would the sausage and eggs be replaced with unidentifiable slosh because he didn't feel like cooking in the morning? But, it never happened. They kept cooking, singing, and dancing like a couple of happy fools. It was a Saturday afternoon when Allie decided it was time to paint the brick fireplace white. As we crawled closer to the dirty old firepit, we pulled out the petrified wood and noticed a teeny- tiny treasure box! We looked at each other in wonder and excitement. She actually said, "I wonder if the Leprechauns left it!"

Match List I with List II | List I | List II | |---|---| | A. Nancy | I. Treated the narrator as if he was a 5 year old child | | B. Allie | II. Made pancakes for breakfast | | C. Alex | III. Fried sausages and eggs | | D. Narrator | IV. Was placed in the 3rd home | 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-IV, B-I, C-III, D-II

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q872:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

She took me by the hand walked me into the lobby like a five-year old child. Didn't she know I was pushing 15? This was the third home Nancy was placing me in-in a span of eight months! I guess she felt a little sorry for me. The bright fluorescent lights threatened to burn my skin as I walked towards a bouncy-looking lady with curly hair and a sweetly-smiling man. They called themselves Allie and Alex. Cute, I thought. After they exchanged the usual reams of paperwork, it was off in their Chevy Suburban to get situated into another new home. This time, there were no other foster children and nor another biological child. Anything could happen. Over the next few weeks, Allie, Alex and I fell into quite a nice routine. She'd make pancakes for breakfast, or he'd fry up some sausage and eggs. They sang a lot, even danced as they cooked. They must have just bought the house because, most weekends, we were either painting a living room butter yellow or staining a coffee table mocha brown. I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop. When would they start threatening a loss of pancakes if I didn't mow the lawn? When would the sausage and eggs be replaced with unidentifiable slosh because he didn't feel like cooking in the morning? But, it never happened. They kept cooking, singing, and dancing like a couple of happy fools. It was a Saturday afternoon when Allie decided it was time to paint the brick fireplace white. As we crawled closer to the dirty old firepit, we pulled out the petrified wood and noticed a teeny- tiny treasure box! We looked at each other in wonder and excitement. She actually said, "I wonder if the Leprechauns left it!"

from the passage It may be assumed that the narrator was a 15 year old teenager without parents because the passage talks about. (select the correct option)

Foster home for the narrator and other foster children

Cleaning firepits

Church and Chapels of Great Britain

Malls of a Metropolitan city

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q873:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Workers and Slaves The Pharaohs may have believed that it was their links with the Gods that kept Egypt going, but really it was the hard work of the ordinary people. It was they who dug the soil, worked in the mines and quarries, sailed the boats on the river Nile, marched with the army into Syria or Nubia, cooked food and raised children. Slavery was not very important in ancient Egypt, but it did exist. Most of the slaves were prisoners who had been captured during the many wars Egypt fought with their neighbors in the Near East. Slaves were usually treated well and were allowed to own property. Many Egyptian workers were serfs. This meant that their freedom was limited. They could be bought and sold along with the estates where they worked. Farmers had to be registered with the government. They had to sell crops at a fixed price and pay taxes in the form of produce. During the season of the Nile floods, when the fields lay under water, many workers were recruited into public building projects. Punishment for those who ran away was harsh.

From the passage we get to know that a distinct quality of ancient Egypt under the Pharaohs was the fact that. select the correct option

Though slavery existed slaves were not treated harshly at all

The Pharaohs were very democratic and handsome

No Egyptian working in ancient Egypt worked as a serf

The river Nile would stop No flowing during the rains in Egypt

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q874:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Workers and Slaves The Pharaohs may have believed that it was their links with the Gods that kept Egypt going, but really it was the hard work of the ordinary people. It was they who dug the soil, worked in the mines and quarries, sailed the boats on the river Nile, marched with the army into Syria or Nubia, cooked food and raised children. Slavery was not very important in ancient Egypt, but it did exist. Most of the slaves were prisoners who had been captured during the many wars Egypt fought with their neighbors in the Near East. Slaves were usually treated well and were allowed to own property. Many Egyptian workers were serfs. This meant that their freedom was limited. They could be bought and sold along with the estates where they worked. Farmers had to be registered with the government. They had to sell crops at a fixed price and pay taxes in the form of produce. During the season of the Nile floods, when the fields lay under water, many workers were recruited into public building projects. Punishment for those who ran away was harsh.

From the passage we get to know that in ancient Egypt many workers were known as serfs. These were people with- Select the correct answer.

Workers with limited freedom in ancient- Egypt

Students with limited Intelligence in modern Egypt

Nobility with limited power in medieval Egypt

Pharaohs with limited connection with the gods of Egyptian Gods

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q875:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Workers and Slaves The Pharaohs may have believed that it was their links with the Gods that kept Egypt going, but really it was the hard work of the ordinary people. It was they who dug the soil, worked in the mines and quarries, sailed the boats on the river Nile, marched with the army into Syria or Nubia, cooked food and raised children. Slavery was not very important in ancient Egypt, but it did exist. Most of the slaves were prisoners who had been captured during the many wars Egypt fought with their neighbors in the Near East. Slaves were usually treated well and were allowed to own property. Many Egyptian workers were serfs. This meant that their freedom was limited. They could be bought and sold along with the estates where they worked. Farmers had to be registered with the government. They had to sell crops at a fixed price and pay taxes in the form of produce. During the season of the Nile floods, when the fields lay under water, many workers were recruited into public building projects. Punishment for those who ran away was harsh.

What according to the passage was the reason of ancient Egyptian progress and prosperity. A. The link the Pharaohs claimed they had with the Gods B. The labour and hard work of the and ordinary men in ancient Egypt C. The mines and quarries full of germs armed with rockets and missiles and jewals in ancient Egypt D. The modern smart Egyptian army Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A

B

C

D

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q876:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Workers and Slaves The Pharaohs may have believed that it was their links with the Gods that kept Egypt going, but really it was the hard work of the ordinary people. It was they who dug the soil, worked in the mines and quarries, sailed the boats on the river Nile, marched with the army into Syria or Nubia, cooked food and raised children. Slavery was not very important in ancient Egypt, but it did exist. Most of the slaves were prisoners who had been captured during the many wars Egypt fought with their neighbors in the Near East. Slaves were usually treated well and were allowed to own property. Many Egyptian workers were serfs. This meant that their freedom was limited. They could be bought and sold along with the estates where they worked. Farmers had to be registered with the government. They had to sell crops at a fixed price and pay taxes in the form of produce. During the season of the Nile floods, when the fields lay under water, many workers were recruited into public building projects. Punishment for those who ran away was harsh.

From the given passage options, select the one which is true according to the passage. A. Pharaoh's believed that it was their link with the Gods that favoured Egypt B. The ordinary people worked overtime to destroy Egypt C. The Pharaoh's did not believe they were connected to the Gods D. The Pharaoh's were the hard working salves of ancient Egypt Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

C

B

A

D

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q877:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Workers and Slaves The Pharaohs may have believed that it was their links with the Gods that kept Egypt going, but really it was the hard work of the ordinary people. It was they who dug the soil, worked in the mines and quarries, sailed the boats on the river Nile, marched with the army into Syria or Nubia, cooked food and raised children. Slavery was not very important in ancient Egypt, but it did exist. Most of the slaves were prisoners who had been captured during the many wars Egypt fought with their neighbors in the Near East. Slaves were usually treated well and were allowed to own property. Many Egyptian workers were serfs. This meant that their freedom was limited. They could be bought and sold along with the estates where they worked. Farmers had to be registered with the government. They had to sell crops at a fixed price and pay taxes in the form of produce. During the season of the Nile floods, when the fields lay under water, many workers were recruited into public building projects. Punishment for those who ran away was harsh.

Select the option that is incorrect according to the passage.

In the Egypt under the Pharaoh's, slaves were allowed to own property

Most of the slaves were prisoners captured in the many wars Egypt fought with its neighbours in the NEAR EAST

Slaves were well treated in ancient Egypt

Slavery was extremely important in ancient- Egypt

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q878:

17 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Workers and Slaves The Pharaohs may have believed that it was their links with the Gods that kept Egypt going, but really it was the hard work of the ordinary people. It was they who dug the soil, worked in the mines and quarries, sailed the boats on the river Nile, marched with the army into Syria or Nubia, cooked food and raised children. Slavery was not very important in ancient Egypt, but it did exist. Most of the slaves were prisoners who had been captured during the many wars Egypt fought with their neighbors in the Near East. Slaves were usually treated well and were allowed to own property. Many Egyptian workers were serfs. This meant that their freedom was limited. They could be bought and sold along with the estates where they worked. Farmers had to be registered with the government. They had to sell crops at a fixed price and pay taxes in the form of produce. During the season of the Nile floods, when the fields lay under water, many workers were recruited into public building projects. Punishment for those who ran away was harsh.

Match List I with List II | List I | List II | |---|---| | A. Serfs could be | I. Farmers | | B. Registered with the government | II. Recruited workers during the rainy season | | C. Public building projects | III. Bought and sold along with the estates were they worked | | D. Harsh punishment | IV. For those who ran away | 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-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV

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

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q879:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 1 to 6 From the time we are born, we find ourselves floating in a sea of language. If we could look back and remember the first few moments of our lives, we would possibly recall a member of unknown sounds spoken by our near and dear ones. These sounds slowly and miraculously begin to take on both shape and meaning. Over a passage of time, we learn to associate the word 'clock' with the object that hangs on the wall and has two, possibly three hands, while 'cloud' comes to stand for that white ball of cotton up in the sky. This process of acquiring language is so natural and organic that we hardly notice when it happens. In fact, by the time we are adults, we find it difficult to imagine a world without language. We have become so used to seeing the world through the veil of our mother tongue, that the world as an 'undivided canvas' that is the world experienced by an infant - has been wiped out from our memory. In acquiring language, we gain the convenience of a shared and common vocabulary. However, we lose the holistic view of the world which is an important aspect of infancy.

In the passage a word that can replace 'look back and remember' is:

Feelings

Memories

Thoughts

Recall

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q880:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 1 to 6 From the time we are born, we find ourselves floating in a sea of language. If we could look back and remember the first few moments of our lives, we would possibly recall a member of unknown sounds spoken by our near and dear ones. These sounds slowly and miraculously begin to take on both shape and meaning. Over a passage of time, we learn to associate the word 'clock' with the object that hangs on the wall and has two, possibly three hands, while 'cloud' comes to stand for that white ball of cotton up in the sky. This process of acquiring language is so natural and organic that we hardly notice when it happens. In fact, by the time we are adults, we find it difficult to imagine a world without language. We have become so used to seeing the world through the veil of our mother tongue, that the world as an 'undivided canvas' that is the world experienced by an infant - has been wiped out from our memory. In acquiring language, we gain the convenience of a shared and common vocabulary. However, we lose the holistic view of the world which is an important aspect of infancy.

As adults we find it difficult to imagine a world without language because:

We have learned it naturally and organically.

We have found other ways to communicate

Communication has become easier because of mobile phones.

Language is not difficult to learn

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q881:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below to answer question number 1 to 6 From the time we are born, we find ourselves floating in a sea of language. If we could look back and remember the first few moments of our lives, we would possibly recall a member of unknown sounds spoken by our near and dear ones. These sounds slowly and miraculously begin to take on both shape and meaning. Over a passage of time, we learn to associate the word 'clock' with the object that hangs on the wall and has two, possibly three hands, while 'cloud' comes to stand for that white ball of cotton up in the sky. This process of acquiring language is so natural and organic that we hardly notice when it happens. In fact, by the time we are adults, we find it difficult to imagine a world without language. We have become so used to seeing the world through the veil of our mother tongue, that the world as an 'undivided canvas' that is the world experienced by an infant - has been wiped out from our memory. In acquiring language, we gain the convenience of a shared and common vocabulary. However, we lose the holistic view of the world which is an important aspect of infancy.

In the passage, the meaning of the word 'acquiring' (a language) is:

teaching (a language)

acquiring (a language)

giving (a language)

talking (a language)

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q882:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 1 to 6 From the time we are born, we find ourselves floating in a sea of language. If we could look back and remember the first few moments of our lives, we would possibly recall a member of unknown sounds spoken by our near and dear ones. These sounds slowly and miraculously begin to take on both shape and meaning. Over a passage of time, we learn to associate the word 'clock' with the object that hangs on the wall and has two, possibly three hands, while 'cloud' comes to stand for that white ball of cotton up in the sky. This process of acquiring language is so natural and organic that we hardly notice when it happens. In fact, by the time we are adults, we find it difficult to imagine a world without language. We have become so used to seeing the world through the veil of our mother tongue, that the world as an 'undivided canvas' that is the world experienced by an infant - has been wiped out from our memory. In acquiring language, we gain the convenience of a shared and common vocabulary. However, we lose the holistic view of the world which is an important aspect of infancy.

People usually see the world...:

through the camera of a mobile phone

through the veil of their mother tongue

in black and white

differently as they grow older

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q883:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below to answer question number 1 to 6 From the time we are born, we find ourselves floating in a sea of language. If we could look back and remember the first few moments of our lives, we would possibly recall a member of unknown sounds spoken by our near and dear ones. These sounds slowly and miraculously begin to take on both shape and meaning. Over a passage of time, we learn to associate the word 'clock' with the object that hangs on the wall and has two, possibly three hands, while 'cloud' comes to stand for that white ball of cotton up in the sky. This process of acquiring language is so natural and organic that we hardly notice when it happens. In fact, by the time we are adults, we find it difficult to imagine a world without language. We have become so used to seeing the world through the veil of our mother tongue, that the world as an 'undivided canvas' that is the world experienced by an infant - has been wiped out from our memory. In acquiring language, we gain the convenience of a shared and common vocabulary. However, we lose the holistic view of the world which is an important aspect of infancy.

From your reading of the passage, which of the following statements is false?

Humans learn language naturally.

At birth the infants do not understand what the sounds mean.

A holistic view of the world is not an important aspect of infancy

Language especially our mother tongue, helps us make sense of the world around us.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q884:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 1 to 6 From the time we are born, we find ourselves floating in a sea of language. If we could look back and remember the first few moments of our lives, we would possibly recall a member of unknown sounds spoken by our near and dear ones. These sounds slowly and miraculously begin to take on both shape and meaning. Over a passage of time, we learn to associate the word 'clock' with the object that hangs on the wall and has two, possibly three hands, while 'cloud' comes to stand for that white ball of cotton up in the sky. This process of acquiring language is so natural and organic that we hardly notice when it happens. In fact, by the time we are adults, we find it difficult to imagine a world without language. We have become so used to seeing the world through the veil of our mother tongue, that the world as an 'undivided canvas' that is the world experienced by an infant - has been wiped out from our memory. In acquiring language, we gain the convenience of a shared and common vocabulary. However, we lose the holistic view of the world which is an important aspect of infancy.

In the passage, 'our near and dear ones' refers to:

friends and family

our environment

our nearby markets

our enemies

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q885:

5 Aug Shift 1

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Medium

Read the passage given below to answer question number 7 to 12 Bandra - Worli Sea Link: An Engineering Marvel Bose, Mrityunjay Science Reporter, March 2010 The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is a marvel of engineering technology and has also led to considerable easing of traffic in Mumbai. It is gigantic. It is an engineering marvel and an architectural wonder too. The first-of-its-kind in India (First bridge to be constructed in open -sea conditions), the 5.6-km-long, eight-lane, approximately Rs 1,600-crore Bandra-Worli Sea Link (BWSL), which has now been renamed as the Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link, is an engineering marvel that aims to ease traffic in Mumbai, India's commercial capital. The construction is a miracle on the Arabian Sea that has an imposing presence on the Western horizon of Mumbai. One can imagine the strength and might of the bridge given the fact that it weighs nearly 50,000 African elephants and the length of steel wires used in the project is equivalent to the circumference of the Earth. And it has made the difference: the distance which earlier took nearly 45 minutes- from Bandra till Worli if one uses the old road- now takes just eight minutes. It is for the first time that cable-stay bridges have been attempted on open seas in India. Coupled with the fact that the aesthetically designed pylons have an extremely complex geometry and one of the longest spans for concrete deck, the challenges encountered were indeed formidable. With its cable-stayed towers soaring gracefully skywards, the bridge was constructed by Hindustan Construction Co Ltd (HCC), an engineering , construction, infrastructure and integrated urban development and management giant and designed by UK based Dar Consultants for Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC). Today, it has emerged as one of the prominent landmarks of Mumbai and also a popular tourism destination.

Th author has referred to African elephants and length of cable equal to the circumference of the earth to show...

the weight of the bridge

the sturdiness of the bridge

the money spent on the bridge

the location of the bridge

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q886:

5 Aug Shift 1

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Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 7 to 12 Bandra - Worli Sea Link: An Engineering Marvel Bose, Mrityunjay Science Reporter, March 2010 The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is a marvel of engineering technology and has also led to considerable easing of traffic in Mumbai. It is gigantic. It is an engineering marvel and an architectural wonder too. The first-of-its-kind in India (First bridge to be constructed in open -sea conditions), the 5.6-km-long, eight-lane, approximately Rs 1,600-crore Bandra-Worli Sea Link (BWSL), which has now been renamed as the Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link, is an engineering marvel that aims to ease traffic in Mumbai, India's commercial capital. The construction is a miracle on the Arabian Sea that has an imposing presence on the Western horizon of Mumbai. One can imagine the strength and might of the bridge given the fact that it weighs nearly 50,000 African elephants and the length of steel wires used in the project is equivalent to the circumference of the Earth. And it has made the difference: the distance which earlier took nearly 45 minutes- from Bandra till Worli if one uses the old road- now takes just eight minutes. It is for the first time that cable-stay bridges have been attempted on open seas in India. Coupled with the fact that the aesthetically designed pylons have an extremely complex geometry and one of the longest spans for concrete deck, the challenges encountered were indeed formidable. With its cable-stayed towers soaring gracefully skywards, the bridge was constructed by Hindustan Construction Co Ltd (HCC), an engineering , construction, infrastructure and integrated urban development and management giant and designed by UK based Dar Consultants for Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC). Today, it has emerged as one of the prominent landmarks of Mumbai and also a popular tourism destination.

The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is a marvel of engineering and technology This statement means:

The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is to be curated in a museum of antique collection

Latest engineering and archiltural techniques have been used in making this structure

This structure can be used for shopping as well

It is the only sea link in the world

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q887:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 7 to 12 Bandra - Worli Sea Link: An Engineering Marvel Bose, Mrityunjay Science Reporter, March 2010 The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is a marvel of engineering technology and has also led to considerable easing of traffic in Mumbai. It is gigantic. It is an engineering marvel and an architectural wonder too. The first-of-its-kind in India (First bridge to be constructed in open -sea conditions), the 5.6-km-long, eight-lane, approximately Rs 1,600-crore Bandra-Worli Sea Link (BWSL), which has now been renamed as the Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link, is an engineering marvel that aims to ease traffic in Mumbai, India's commercial capital. The construction is a miracle on the Arabian Sea that has an imposing presence on the Western horizon of Mumbai. One can imagine the strength and might of the bridge given the fact that it weighs nearly 50,000 African elephants and the length of steel wires used in the project is equivalent to the circumference of the Earth. And it has made the difference: the distance which earlier took nearly 45 minutes- from Bandra till Worli if one uses the old road- now takes just eight minutes. It is for the first time that cable-stay bridges have been attempted on open seas in India. Coupled with the fact that the aesthetically designed pylons have an extremely complex geometry and one of the longest spans for concrete deck, the challenges encountered were indeed formidable. With its cable-stayed towers soaring gracefully skywards, the bridge was constructed by Hindustan Construction Co Ltd (HCC), an engineering , construction, infrastructure and integrated urban development and management giant and designed by UK based Dar Consultants for Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC). Today, it has emerged as one of the prominent landmarks of Mumbai and also a popular tourism destination.

The professionals who mainly deal with construction of a bridge are

engineers, architects, urban developes

contractors, artists, plumbers

engineers, potters, cartographers

horticulturists, architects, planners

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q888:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 7 to 12 Bandra - Worli Sea Link: An Engineering Marvel Bose, Mrityunjay Science Reporter, March 2010 The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is a marvel of engineering technology and has also led to considerable easing of traffic in Mumbai. It is gigantic. It is an engineering marvel and an architectural wonder too. The first-of-its-kind in India (First bridge to be constructed in open -sea conditions), the 5.6-km-long, eight-lane, approximately Rs 1,600-crore Bandra-Worli Sea Link (BWSL), which has now been renamed as the Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link, is an engineering marvel that aims to ease traffic in Mumbai, India's commercial capital. The construction is a miracle on the Arabian Sea that has an imposing presence on the Western horizon of Mumbai. One can imagine the strength and might of the bridge given the fact that it weighs nearly 50,000 African elephants and the length of steel wires used in the project is equivalent to the circumference of the Earth. And it has made the difference: the distance which earlier took nearly 45 minutes- from Bandra till Worli if one uses the old road- now takes just eight minutes. It is for the first time that cable-stay bridges have been attempted on open seas in India. Coupled with the fact that the aesthetically designed pylons have an extremely complex geometry and one of the longest spans for concrete deck, the challenges encountered were indeed formidable. With its cable-stayed towers soaring gracefully skywards, the bridge was constructed by Hindustan Construction Co Ltd (HCC), an engineering , construction, infrastructure and integrated urban development and management giant and designed by UK based Dar Consultants for Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC). Today, it has emerged as one of the prominent landmarks of Mumbai and also a popular tourism destination.

The BWSL has made the life of Mumbaikars easy because

it is a complex geometric structure

it is an aesthetically pleasing structure

it has increased employment

it has significantly reduced the travelling time from Bandra to Worli

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q889:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below to answer question number 7 to 12 Bandra - Worli Sea Link: An Engineering Marvel Bose, Mrityunjay Science Reporter, March 2010 The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is a marvel of engineering technology and has also led to considerable easing of traffic in Mumbai. It is gigantic. It is an engineering marvel and an architectural wonder too. The first-of-its-kind in India (First bridge to be constructed in open -sea conditions), the 5.6-km-long, eight-lane, approximately Rs 1,600-crore Bandra-Worli Sea Link (BWSL), which has now been renamed as the Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link, is an engineering marvel that aims to ease traffic in Mumbai, India's commercial capital. The construction is a miracle on the Arabian Sea that has an imposing presence on the Western horizon of Mumbai. One can imagine the strength and might of the bridge given the fact that it weighs nearly 50,000 African elephants and the length of steel wires used in the project is equivalent to the circumference of the Earth. And it has made the difference: the distance which earlier took nearly 45 minutes- from Bandra till Worli if one uses the old road- now takes just eight minutes. It is for the first time that cable-stay bridges have been attempted on open seas in India. Coupled with the fact that the aesthetically designed pylons have an extremely complex geometry and one of the longest spans for concrete deck, the challenges encountered were indeed formidable. With its cable-stayed towers soaring gracefully skywards, the bridge was constructed by Hindustan Construction Co Ltd (HCC), an engineering , construction, infrastructure and integrated urban development and management giant and designed by UK based Dar Consultants for Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC). Today, it has emerged as one of the prominent landmarks of Mumbai and also a popular tourism destination.

Pick out the option that correctly lists the features of the BWSL

Clay and brick towers, concrete deck, 8 km long

Towers, copper wires, 5.6 km long

Complex geometry of pylons, 8 lanes, glass floors

First open sea condition bridge in India, 5.6 km long, concrete deck

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q890:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 7 to 12 Bandra - Worli Sea Link: An Engineering Marvel Bose, Mrityunjay Science Reporter, March 2010 The Bandra-Worli Sea Link is a marvel of engineering technology and has also led to considerable easing of traffic in Mumbai. It is gigantic. It is an engineering marvel and an architectural wonder too. The first-of-its-kind in India (First bridge to be constructed in open -sea conditions), the 5.6-km-long, eight-lane, approximately Rs 1,600-crore Bandra-Worli Sea Link (BWSL), which has now been renamed as the Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link, is an engineering marvel that aims to ease traffic in Mumbai, India's commercial capital. The construction is a miracle on the Arabian Sea that has an imposing presence on the Western horizon of Mumbai. One can imagine the strength and might of the bridge given the fact that it weighs nearly 50,000 African elephants and the length of steel wires used in the project is equivalent to the circumference of the Earth. And it has made the difference: the distance which earlier took nearly 45 minutes- from Bandra till Worli if one uses the old road- now takes just eight minutes. It is for the first time that cable-stay bridges have been attempted on open seas in India. Coupled with the fact that the aesthetically designed pylons have an extremely complex geometry and one of the longest spans for concrete deck, the challenges encountered were indeed formidable. With its cable-stayed towers soaring gracefully skywards, the bridge was constructed by Hindustan Construction Co Ltd (HCC), an engineering , construction, infrastructure and integrated urban development and management giant and designed by UK based Dar Consultants for Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC). Today, it has emerged as one of the prominent landmarks of Mumbai and also a popular tourism destination.

Match List I with List II | List I | List II | | --- | --- | | A. The Bandra-Worli Sea Link | I. is in Mumbai | | B. BWSL is now rechristened as | II. Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link | | C. The bridge was constructed by | III. Hindustan Construction Co. Ltd. | | D. The bridge was designed by | IV. UK based Dar Consultants | 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- II , B- IV, C- III, D- I,

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q891:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below to answer question number 13 to 18 New scientific evidence blames humans for the extinction of large animals and highlights the potentiality disastrous consequences for today's global systems. About 14,000 years ago, large land animals were spread all over the world and lived on every continent except Antarctica. Scientists had earlier come up with many explanations to account for the mass extinction of these large organisms, including climate change, disease and even the impact of an asteroid or a comet. This discussion has now narrowed down to two main theories: Natural climate change and human hunting. About 12,000 years ago, the earth went through a period of warming. Glaciers melted and 'Ice Age' came to an end. Earlier theories had claimed that this warming may have been partly responsible for the extinction of Mega Fauna, which is a term used to describe any animal weighing more than 400 kg. Latest research, however, points to a human factor: overhunting. Scientists claim that 'human colonisation' was an important factor. The large animals who were already struggling with climate change became easy targets for human hunters who killed them for food.

Earlier scientists considered climate change to be:

the only reason for the extinction of Mega Fauna.

one of the main reasons for the extinction of Mega Fauna along with disease and impact with an asteroid.

not important enough to cause the extinction of Mega Fauna.

one of the main reasons for the extinction of Mega Fauna along with human hunting.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q892:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 13 to 18 New scientific evidence blames humans for the extinction of large animals and highlights the potentiality disastrous consequences for today's global systems. About 14,000 years ago, large land animals were spread all over the world and lived on every continent except Antarctica. Scientists had earlier come up with many explanations to account for the mass extinction of these large organisms, including climate change, disease and even the impact of an asteroid or a comet. This discussion has now narrowed down to two main theories: Natural climate change and human hunting. About 12,000 years ago, the earth went through a period of warming. Glaciers melted and 'Ice Age' came to an end. Earlier theories had claimed that this warming may have been partly responsible for the extinction of Mega Fauna, which is a term used to describe any animal weighing more than 400 kg. Latest research, however, points to a human factor: overhunting. Scientists claim that 'human colonisation' was an important factor. The large animals who were already struggling with climate change became easy targets for human hunters who killed them for food.

What characterized the end of the 'Ice Age'?.

Melting of the Glaciers

Harsh rays of the Sun

Natural calamities

Cosmic disturbances

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q893:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 13 to 18 New scientific evidence blames humans for the extinction of large animals and highlights the potentiality disastrous consequences for today's global systems. About 14,000 years ago, large land animals were spread all over the world and lived on every continent except Antarctica. Scientists had earlier come up with many explanations to account for the mass extinction of these large organisms, including climate change, disease and even the impact of an asteroid or a comet. This discussion has now narrowed down to two main theories: Natural climate change and human hunting. About 12,000 years ago, the earth went through a period of warming. Glaciers melted and 'Ice Age' came to an end. Earlier theories had claimed that this warming may have been partly responsible for the extinction of Mega Fauna, which is a term used to describe any animal weighing more than 400 kg. Latest research, however, points to a human factor: overhunting. Scientists claim that 'human colonisation' was an important factor. The large animals who were already struggling with climate change became easy targets for human hunters who killed them for food.

What does new scientific evidence blame humans for?

Causing only too much air pollution

The extinction of large animals and potentially disastrous consequences for today's global systems

Saving only animals and not the birds

Not creating enough wildlife sanctuaries

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q894:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below to answer question number 13 to 18 New scientific evidence blames humans for the extinction of large animals and highlights the potentiality disastrous consequences for today's global systems. About 14,000 years ago, large land animals were spread all over the world and lived on every continent except Antarctica. Scientists had earlier come up with many explanations to account for the mass extinction of these large organisms, including climate change, disease and even the impact of an asteroid or a comet. This discussion has now narrowed down to two main theories: Natural climate change and human hunting. About 12,000 years ago, the earth went through a period of warming. Glaciers melted and 'Ice Age' came to an end. Earlier theories had claimed that this warming may have been partly responsible for the extinction of Mega Fauna, which is a term used to describe any animal weighing more than 400 kg. Latest research, however, points to a human factor: overhunting. Scientists claim that 'human colonisation' was an important factor. The large animals who were already struggling with climate change became easy targets for human hunters who killed them for food.

Based on your understanding of the passage, which one of the following statements is not true?

About 14,000 years ago, large animals lived everywhere except Antarctica.

Scientists are constantly researching the reasons for the extinction of large animals.

Mega Fauna is the term given to describe large animals that weigh over 400 kgs.

Even today, scientists do not consider humans responsible for the extinction of large animals.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q895:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 13 to 18 New scientific evidence blames humans for the extinction of large animals and highlights the potentiality disastrous consequences for today's global systems. About 14,000 years ago, large land animals were spread all over the world and lived on every continent except Antarctica. Scientists had earlier come up with many explanations to account for the mass extinction of these large organisms, including climate change, disease and even the impact of an asteroid or a comet. This discussion has now narrowed down to two main theories: Natural climate change and human hunting. About 12,000 years ago, the earth went through a period of warming. Glaciers melted and 'Ice Age' came to an end. Earlier theories had claimed that this warming may have been partly responsible for the extinction of Mega Fauna, which is a term used to describe any animal weighing more than 400 kg. Latest research, however, points to a human factor: overhunting. Scientists claim that 'human colonisation' was an important factor. The large animals who were already struggling with climate change became easy targets for human hunters who killed them for food.

The word closest in meaning to 'potentially' is:

Certainly

Undoubtedly

Unlikely

Possibly

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q896:

5 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer question number 13 to 18 New scientific evidence blames humans for the extinction of large animals and highlights the potentiality disastrous consequences for today's global systems. About 14,000 years ago, large land animals were spread all over the world and lived on every continent except Antarctica. Scientists had earlier come up with many explanations to account for the mass extinction of these large organisms, including climate change, disease and even the impact of an asteroid or a comet. This discussion has now narrowed down to two main theories: Natural climate change and human hunting. About 12,000 years ago, the earth went through a period of warming. Glaciers melted and 'Ice Age' came to an end. Earlier theories had claimed that this warming may have been partly responsible for the extinction of Mega Fauna, which is a term used to describe any animal weighing more than 400 kg. Latest research, however, points to a human factor: overhunting. Scientists claim that 'human colonisation' was an important factor. The large animals who were already struggling with climate change became easy targets for human hunters who killed them for food.

According to the passage, which of the following human activities was responsible for the extinction of the large animals?

Building machines

Planting crops

Building houses

Overhunting

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q897:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below and answer the questions. Narrative writing, at its core, is the art of storytelling. When you're reading a narrative, you can assume that the author intends to entertain. Like other types of writing, the narrative form too has certain elements: Interestingly the characters need not only be human, but can also be defined as anything that thinks, acts and talks like a human, for example, fantastical creatures and talking trees in the Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia. The characters are part of the plot or sequences of events in which while there is a climax, foreshadowing and flashbacks fill in the details. The focus of the narrative lies in its conflict- both internal and external. The character's emotional turmoil is presented through thoughts, while external conflicts are visible. They may be representative of person versus nature, person versus person or person and society. In some case, the narrative follows a linear, chronological progression. A viewpoint narrative that focuses on the narrator's perspectives or a descriptive narrative that focuses on how the story is setting, characters and objects look and feel. Irrespective of form, the narrative follows a structure wherein the main character pursues a goal and faces a challenge. The conclusion after the climax, wraps up loose story threads, satisfies readers remaining curiosities and positions the protagonists for life after the story's events.

From the passage we can refer that the purpose of a narrative is to:

Advance Understanding

Instruct

Recount

Reasonable

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q898:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below and answer the questions. Narrative writing, at its core, is the art of storytelling. When you're reading a narrative, you can assume that the author intends to entertain. Like other types of writing, the narrative form too has certain elements: Interestingly the characters need not only be human, but can also be defined as anything that thinks, acts and talks like a human, for example, fantastical creatures and talking trees in the Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia. The characters are part of the plot or sequences of events in which while there is a climax, foreshadowing and flashbacks fill in the details. The focus of the narrative lies in its conflict- both internal and external. The character's emotional turmoil is presented through thoughts, while external conflicts are visible. They may be representative of person versus nature, person versus person or person and society. In some case, the narrative follows a linear, chronological progression. A viewpoint narrative that focuses on the narrator's perspectives or a descriptive narrative that focuses on how the story is setting, characters and objects look and feel. Irrespective of form, the narrative follows a structure wherein the main character pursues a goal and faces a challenge. The conclusion after the climax, wraps up loose story threads, satisfies readers remaining curiosities and positions the protagonists for life after the story's events.

Which of the following is NOT correct about narrative writing according to the passage? A. It is designed to change opinions and attitudes B. It follows only a chronological structure C. The characters may be human and non-human D. The conclusion tends to resolve the conflicts E. It does not resolve some serious issues Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

D only

A only

C only

A, B and E only

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q899:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below and answer the questions. Narrative writing, at its core, is the art of storytelling. When you're reading a narrative, you can assume that the author intends to entertain. Like other types of writing, the narrative form too has certain elements: Interestingly the characters need not only be human, but can also be defined as anything that thinks, acts and talks like a human, for example, fantastical creatures and talking trees in the Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia. The characters are part of the plot or sequences of events in which while there is a climax, foreshadowing and flashbacks fill in the details. The focus of the narrative lies in its conflict- both internal and external. The character's emotional turmoil is presented through thoughts, while external conflicts are visible. They may be representative of person versus nature, person versus person or person and society. In some case, the narrative follows a linear, chronological progression. A viewpoint narrative that focuses on the narrator's perspectives or a descriptive narrative that focuses on how the story is setting, characters and objects look and feel. Irrespective of form, the narrative follows a structure wherein the main character pursues a goal and faces a challenge. The conclusion after the climax, wraps up loose story threads, satisfies readers remaining curiosities and positions the protagonists for life after the story's events.

The word 'elements' most nearly means:

Planets

Compound

Features

Basic

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q900:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below and answer the questions. Narrative writing, at its core, is the art of storytelling. When you're reading a narrative, you can assume that the author intends to entertain. Like other types of writing, the narrative form too has certain elements: Interestingly the characters need not only be human, but can also be defined as anything that thinks, acts and talks like a human, for example, fantastical creatures and talking trees in the Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia. The characters are part of the plot or sequences of events in which while there is a climax, foreshadowing and flashbacks fill in the details. The focus of the narrative lies in its conflict- both internal and external. The character's emotional turmoil is presented through thoughts, while external conflicts are visible. They may be representative of person versus nature, person versus person or person and society. In some case, the narrative follows a linear, chronological progression. A viewpoint narrative that focuses on the narrator's perspectives or a descriptive narrative that focuses on how the story is setting, characters and objects look and feel. Irrespective of form, the narrative follows a structure wherein the main character pursues a goal and faces a challenge. The conclusion after the climax, wraps up loose story threads, satisfies readers remaining curiosities and positions the protagonists for life after the story's events.

Which among the following are characteristics of narrative writing?: A. It has a prescribed length B. It follows a structure C. The characters are an integral part of the writing D. In some narratives, the author does not narrates the story through. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A only

B and C

C and D

A and D

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q901:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below and answer the questions. Narrative writing, at its core, is the art of storytelling. When you're reading a narrative, you can assume that the author intends to entertain. Like other types of writing, the narrative form too has certain elements: Interestingly the characters need not only be human, but can also be defined as anything that thinks, acts and talks like a human, for example, fantastical creatures and talking trees in the Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia. The characters are part of the plot or sequences of events in which while there is a climax, foreshadowing and flashbacks fill in the details. The focus of the narrative lies in its conflict- both internal and external. The character's emotional turmoil is presented through thoughts, while external conflicts are visible. They may be representative of person versus nature, person versus person or person and society. In some case, the narrative follows a linear, chronological progression. A viewpoint narrative that focuses on the narrator's perspectives or a descriptive narrative that focuses on how the story is setting, characters and objects look and feel. Irrespective of form, the narrative follows a structure wherein the main character pursues a goal and faces a challenge. The conclusion after the climax, wraps up loose story threads, satisfies readers remaining curiosities and positions the protagonists for life after the story's events.

Match List I with List II | List I | List II | |---|---| | A. Descriptive narration | I. chronological sequence | | B. The narrative can follow a linear | II. highlights the characters and settings | | C. Conflicts are usually between | III. man and nature, man and society | | D. The character's thoughts | IV. reflect internal conflict | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q902:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below and answer the questions. Narrative writing, at its core, is the art of storytelling. When you're reading a narrative, you can assume that the author intends to entertain. Like other types of writing, the narrative form too has certain elements: Interestingly the characters need not only be human, but can also be defined as anything that thinks, acts and talks like a human, for example, fantastical creatures and talking trees in the Lord of the Rings and The Chronicles of Narnia. The characters are part of the plot or sequences of events in which while there is a climax, foreshadowing and flashbacks fill in the details. The focus of the narrative lies in its conflict- both internal and external. The character's emotional turmoil is presented through thoughts, while external conflicts are visible. They may be representative of person versus nature, person versus person or person and society. In some case, the narrative follows a linear, chronological progression. A viewpoint narrative that focuses on the narrator's perspectives or a descriptive narrative that focuses on how the story is setting, characters and objects look and feel. Irrespective of form, the narrative follows a structure wherein the main character pursues a goal and faces a challenge. The conclusion after the climax, wraps up loose story threads, satisfies readers remaining curiosities and positions the protagonists for life after the story's events.

From the passage, identify one distinctive feature about narrative writing:

It can't talk about multiple characters

Non human characters do not think and talk like humans

External conflict is projected through what is visible

In the narration, climax is not followed by resolution.

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q903:

4 Aug Shift 1

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Medium

Read the passage given below to answer the questions: As the rulers of the planet, humans like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious from the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite, it is often the smallest species which are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in America. One species of hummingbird, known as the bee hummingbird, ranks as the world's smallest and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A hummingbird's wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, hummingbird consumes about half its body weight in nectar.

Match List I with List II | List I (Word) | List II (Meaning) | |---|---| | A. Planet | I. Heavenly body | | B. Nectar | II. Nature | | C. Species | III. Ideal food | | D. Energy needed | IV. To sustain life | Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q904:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer the questions: As the rulers of the planet, humans like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious from the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite, it is often the smallest species which are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in America. One species of hummingbird, known as the bee hummingbird, ranks as the world's smallest and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A hummingbird's wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, hummingbird consumes about half its body weight in nectar.

Which according to you is true about the bee humming bird? A. They are very obviously visible when they fly. B. We cannot obviously see the bee humming birds when they fly C. The bee humming birds can fly into space like a rocket D. The very tiny bee humming birds cannot be seen even if they are kept in a cage on a study table E. The bee humming birds do not exist. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A & E only

C only

B only

D only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q905:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer the questions: As the rulers of the planet, humans like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious from the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite, it is often the smallest species which are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in America. One species of hummingbird, known as the bee hummingbird, ranks as the world's smallest and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A hummingbird's wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, hummingbird consumes about half its body weight in nectar.

Nature has made man realize that :- A. Large creatures always emerge victorious in the struggle for survival B. Smallest creatures are the toughest and most adaptable C. The humans are the only survivors on earth D. The largest and the smallest species are equally tough E. There is never a struggle for survival Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A and E only

B only

C only

D and E only

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q906:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer the questions: As the rulers of the planet, humans like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious from the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite, it is often the smallest species which are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in America. One species of hummingbird, known as the bee hummingbird, ranks as the world's smallest and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A hummingbird's wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, hummingbird consumes about half its body weight in nectar.

Bee humming Birds need a lot of energy in order : - A. To maintain their body metabolism B. To flap their wings when they give a stage performance C. To sustain a steady rhythm of their songs D. To win the Grammy award E. To win an argument Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

B and E only

D and C only

A only

A and E only

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q907:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer the questions: As the rulers of the planet, humans like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious from the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite, it is often the smallest species which are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in America. One species of hummingbird, known as the bee hummingbird, ranks as the world's smallest and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A hummingbird's wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, hummingbird consumes about half its body weight in nectar.

Which of the following is CORRECT according to the passage? A. Bee humming birds cannot fly backwards B. Nectar is a liquid that is rich in energy C. Bee humming birds are only found in the Himalayas D. Bee humming birds do NOT feed on nectar E. Bee humming birds are extinct like the dinosaurs Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

A, E

B

C

D

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q908:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

Read the passage given below to answer the questions: As the rulers of the planet, humans like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious from the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite, it is often the smallest species which are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in America. One species of hummingbird, known as the bee hummingbird, ranks as the world's smallest and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A hummingbird's wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, hummingbird consumes about half its body weight in nectar.

Bee humming bee birds are exclusive because : - A. They can fly backwards B. They are attractive and can sing C. They can fly in the cage D. They can communicate with a computer E. They are Barbie dolls Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

E

A

C

E & B

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q909:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below to answer the questions Because of the proximity and likeness of Mars to Earth, scientists have long speculated about the possibility of life on Mars. As early as the mid-17th century, Astronomers observed polar caps on Mars. And by the mid-19th century, scientists discovered certain similarities to Earth, including the length of the day and axial tilt. But in 1965, photos taken by the Manner 4 probe revealed Mars without rivers, oceans, or signs of life and in the mid-1980s it was discovered that Mars, unlike earth, no longer possessed a substantial global magnetic field, allowing radiation to reach the planet's surface, and solar wind to eliminate much of Mars's atmosphere even in the course of several billion years. More recent probes have focused on whether there was once water on Mars. Some scientists believe that their question is definitely answered by the presence of certain geological landforms. Others offer different explanations, such as wind erosion or carbon dioxide oceans that may be responsible for this formation. Mars's Rovers, Opportunity and Spirit, which have been exploring the surface of Mars since 2004, have both discovered geological evidence of past water activity. These finding substantially bolster claim that there was once life on Mars.

The authors opinion on the possibility of life on Mars can be described as:

Cynical

Disinterested

Skeptical

Opportunistic

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q910:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below to answer the questions Because of the proximity and likeness of Mars to Earth, scientists have long speculated about the possibility of life on Mars. As early as the mid-17th century, Astronomers observed polar caps on Mars. And by the mid-19th century, scientists discovered certain similarities to Earth, including the length of the day and axial tilt. But in 1965, photos taken by the Manner 4 probe revealed Mars without rivers, oceans, or signs of life and in the mid-1980s it was discovered that Mars, unlike earth, no longer possessed a substantial global magnetic field, allowing radiation to reach the planet's surface, and solar wind to eliminate much of Mars's atmosphere even in the course of several billion years. More recent probes have focused on whether there was once water on Mars. Some scientists believe that their question is definitely answered by the presence of certain geological landforms. Others offer different explanations, such as wind erosion or carbon dioxide oceans that may be responsible for this formation. Mars's Rovers, Opportunity and Spirit, which have been exploring the surface of Mars since 2004, have both discovered geological evidence of past water activity. These finding substantially bolster claim that there was once life on Mars.

Each of the following discoveries is mentioned in the passage except:

Wind erosion and carbon dioxide oceans are responsible for certain geological landforms

Mars does not currently have water availability

The diameter of Mars is similar to that on Earth

The length of day of Mars is similar to Earth

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q911:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below to answer the questions Because of the proximity and likeness of Mars to Earth, scientists have long speculated about the possibility of life on Mars. As early as the mid-17th century, Astronomers observed polar caps on Mars. And by the mid-19th century, scientists discovered certain similarities to Earth, including the length of the day and axial tilt. But in 1965, photos taken by the Manner 4 probe revealed Mars without rivers, oceans, or signs of life and in the mid-1980s it was discovered that Mars, unlike earth, no longer possessed a substantial global magnetic field, allowing radiation to reach the planet's surface, and solar wind to eliminate much of Mars's atmosphere even in the course of several billion years. More recent probes have focused on whether there was once water on Mars. Some scientists believe that their question is definitely answered by the presence of certain geological landforms. Others offer different explanations, such as wind erosion or carbon dioxide oceans that may be responsible for this formation. Mars's Rovers, Opportunity and Spirit, which have been exploring the surface of Mars since 2004, have both discovered geological evidence of past water activity. These finding substantially bolster claim that there was once life on Mars.

The author most likely mentions the discoveries of polar ice caps to suggest that

Martian surface is made almost entirely of water and ice

Mars has only a small fraction of the carbon dioxide found on Venus and Earth.

Mars does not have many similarities to earth

Condition on the planet Mars were once conducive to presence of water

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q912:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below to answer the questions Because of the proximity and likeness of Mars to Earth, scientists have long speculated about the possibility of life on Mars. As early as the mid-17th century, Astronomers observed polar caps on Mars. And by the mid-19th century, scientists discovered certain similarities to Earth, including the length of the day and axial tilt. But in 1965, photos taken by the Manner 4 probe revealed Mars without rivers, oceans, or signs of life and in the mid-1980s it was discovered that Mars, unlike earth, no longer possessed a substantial global magnetic field, allowing radiation to reach the planet's surface, and solar wind to eliminate much of Mars's atmosphere even in the course of several billion years. More recent probes have focused on whether there was once water on Mars. Some scientists believe that their question is definitely answered by the presence of certain geological landforms. Others offer different explanations, such as wind erosion or carbon dioxide oceans that may be responsible for this formation. Mars's Rovers, Opportunity and Spirit, which have been exploring the surface of Mars since 2004, have both discovered geological evidence of past water activity. These finding substantially bolster claim that there was once life on Mars.

From the passage you can infer that

the presence of certain geological land forms is not definite proof that there was once life on Mars.

the presence of polar caps on Mars is related to the presence of life on Mars.

the claim that there was once water on Mars has no support from recent discoveries.

it is likely that there were scientific discoveries related to the probability of life on Mars prior to the mid-17th century.

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q913:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below to answer the questions Because of the proximity and likeness of Mars to Earth, scientists have long speculated about the possibility of life on Mars. As early as the mid-17th century, Astronomers observed polar caps on Mars. And by the mid-19th century, scientists discovered certain similarities to Earth, including the length of the day and axial tilt. But in 1965, photos taken by the Manner 4 probe revealed Mars without rivers, oceans, or signs of life and in the mid-1980s it was discovered that Mars, unlike earth, no longer possessed a substantial global magnetic field, allowing radiation to reach the planet's surface, and solar wind to eliminate much of Mars's atmosphere even in the course of several billion years. More recent probes have focused on whether there was once water on Mars. Some scientists believe that their question is definitely answered by the presence of certain geological landforms. Others offer different explanations, such as wind erosion or carbon dioxide oceans that may be responsible for this formation. Mars's Rovers, Opportunity and Spirit, which have been exploring the surface of Mars since 2004, have both discovered geological evidence of past water activity. These finding substantially bolster claim that there was once life on Mars.

Match the following: | | | |---|---| | Spirit and Opportunity | responsible for certain geographical land forms | | Scientists suggest that wind erosion is | Manner 4 | | Mars without rivers was revealed by | mid-17th century | | Polar ice caps were first seen in | names of Mars Rovers | Choose the correct answer from the following options:

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q914:

4 Aug Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Read the passage given below to answer the questions Because of the proximity and likeness of Mars to Earth, scientists have long speculated about the possibility of life on Mars. As early as the mid-17th century, Astronomers observed polar caps on Mars. And by the mid-19th century, scientists discovered certain similarities to Earth, including the length of the day and axial tilt. But in 1965, photos taken by the Manner 4 probe revealed Mars without rivers, oceans, or signs of life and in the mid-1980s it was discovered that Mars, unlike earth, no longer possessed a substantial global magnetic field, allowing radiation to reach the planet's surface, and solar wind to eliminate much of Mars's atmosphere even in the course of several billion years. More recent probes have focused on whether there was once water on Mars. Some scientists believe that their question is definitely answered by the presence of certain geological landforms. Others offer different explanations, such as wind erosion or carbon dioxide oceans that may be responsible for this formation. Mars's Rovers, Opportunity and Spirit, which have been exploring the surface of Mars since 2004, have both discovered geological evidence of past water activity. These finding substantially bolster claim that there was once life on Mars.

Scientists concentrated on studying probability of life on Mars because A. of its closeness to earth B. it was small in size C. it had forests of prehistoric animals D. it was similar to earth in many ways Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

D only

A and C

A, B and C

C and D Only

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q915:

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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Q916:

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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Q917:

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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Q918:

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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Q919:

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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Q920:

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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Q921:

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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Q922:

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

Explanation →

Q923:

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 →

Q924:

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 →

Q925:

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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Q926:

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

Explanation →

Q927:

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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Q928:

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

Explanation →

Q929:

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 →

Q930:

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 →

Q931:

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 →

Q932:

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

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Q933:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Though the U.S. prides itself on being a leader in the world community, a recent report shows that it lags far behind other industrialised countries in meeting the needs of its youngest and most vulnerable citizens. The U.S. has a higher infant mortality rate, a higher proportion of low birth- weight babies, a smaller proportion of babies immunized against childhood diseases and much higher rate of adolescent pregnancies. These findings, described as a 'quiet crisis' requiring immediate and far- reaching action, appeared in a report prepared by a task force of educators, doctors, politicians and business people. According to the report, a fourth of the nation's 12 million infants and toddlers live in poverty. As many as half confront risk factors that could harm their ability to develop intellectually, physically and socially. Child immunization too is low, more children are born into poverty, more are in substandard care while their parents work and more are being raised by single parents. When taken together, these and other risk factors can lead to educational and health problems that are much harder and more costly to reverse. The crisis begins in the womb with unplanned parenthood. Women with unplanned pregnancies are less likely to seek pre- natal care. In the U.S., 80% of teenage pregnancies and 56% of all pregnancies are unplanned. The problems continue after birth when unplanned pregnancies and unstable partnerships often go hand in hand. Since 1950, the number of single parent families has nearly tripled. More than 25 percent of all births today are to unmarried mothers. As the number of single parent families grow and more women enter the work force, infants and toddlers are increasingly in the care of people other than their parents. Most disturbingly, recent statistics show that American parents are increasingly neglecting or abusing their children. In only four years, 1987- 1991, the number of children in foster care increased by over 50 percent. Babies under the age of one are the fastest growing category of children entering foster care. The crisis affects children under the age of three most severely, the report says. Yet, it is this period from infancy through pre- school years that sets the stage for a child`s future.

The main focus of the passage is on the plight of

Orphaned children

Low birth-weight babies

Working mothers

U.S. foreign policy

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q934:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Though the U.S. prides itself on being a leader in the world community, a recent report shows that it lags far behind other industrialised countries in meeting the needs of its youngest and most vulnerable citizens. The U.S. has a higher infant mortality rate, a higher proportion of low birth- weight babies, a smaller proportion of babies immunized against childhood diseases and much higher rate of adolescent pregnancies. These findings, described as a 'quiet crisis' requiring immediate and far- reaching action, appeared in a report prepared by a task force of educators, doctors, politicians and business people. According to the report, a fourth of the nation's 12 million infants and toddlers live in poverty. As many as half confront risk factors that could harm their ability to develop intellectually, physically and socially. Child immunization too is low, more children are born into poverty, more are in substandard care while their parents work and more are being raised by single parents. When taken together, these and other risk factors can lead to educational and health problems that are much harder and more costly to reverse. The crisis begins in the womb with unplanned parenthood. Women with unplanned pregnancies are less likely to seek pre- natal care. In the U.S., 80% of teenage pregnancies and 56% of all pregnancies are unplanned. The problems continue after birth when unplanned pregnancies and unstable partnerships often go hand in hand. Since 1950, the number of single parent families has nearly tripled. More than 25 percent of all births today are to unmarried mothers. As the number of single parent families grow and more women enter the work force, infants and toddlers are increasingly in the care of people other than their parents. Most disturbingly, recent statistics show that American parents are increasingly neglecting or abusing their children. In only four years, 1987- 1991, the number of children in foster care increased by over 50 percent. Babies under the age of one are the fastest growing category of children entering foster care. The crisis affects children under the age of three most severely, the report says. Yet, it is this period from infancy through pre- school years that sets the stage for a child`s future.

Children falling in which age group are most severely affected by the "quiet crisis"?

Below 3 years

Below 10 years

Between 2 and 8 years

Between 1 and 3 months

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q935:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Though the U.S. prides itself on being a leader in the world community, a recent report shows that it lags far behind other industrialised countries in meeting the needs of its youngest and most vulnerable citizens. The U.S. has a higher infant mortality rate, a higher proportion of low birth- weight babies, a smaller proportion of babies immunized against childhood diseases and much higher rate of adolescent pregnancies. These findings, described as a 'quiet crisis' requiring immediate and far- reaching action, appeared in a report prepared by a task force of educators, doctors, politicians and business people. According to the report, a fourth of the nation's 12 million infants and toddlers live in poverty. As many as half confront risk factors that could harm their ability to develop intellectually, physically and socially. Child immunization too is low, more children are born into poverty, more are in substandard care while their parents work and more are being raised by single parents. When taken together, these and other risk factors can lead to educational and health problems that are much harder and more costly to reverse. The crisis begins in the womb with unplanned parenthood. Women with unplanned pregnancies are less likely to seek pre- natal care. In the U.S., 80% of teenage pregnancies and 56% of all pregnancies are unplanned. The problems continue after birth when unplanned pregnancies and unstable partnerships often go hand in hand. Since 1950, the number of single parent families has nearly tripled. More than 25 percent of all births today are to unmarried mothers. As the number of single parent families grow and more women enter the work force, infants and toddlers are increasingly in the care of people other than their parents. Most disturbingly, recent statistics show that American parents are increasingly neglecting or abusing their children. In only four years, 1987- 1991, the number of children in foster care increased by over 50 percent. Babies under the age of one are the fastest growing category of children entering foster care. The crisis affects children under the age of three most severely, the report says. Yet, it is this period from infancy through pre- school years that sets the stage for a child`s future.

Which of the following does not constitute the "quiet crisis" in the U.S as per the task force report?

Lower proportion of new born babies with normal weight

Higher incidence of adolescent girls becoming mothers

Lower rate of babies surviving childhood diseases

Increasing cases of teenage couples getting enrolled in Universities

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q936:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Though the U.S. prides itself on being a leader in the world community, a recent report shows that it lags far behind other industrialised countries in meeting the needs of its youngest and most vulnerable citizens. The U.S. has a higher infant mortality rate, a higher proportion of low birth- weight babies, a smaller proportion of babies immunized against childhood diseases and much higher rate of adolescent pregnancies. These findings, described as a 'quiet crisis' requiring immediate and far- reaching action, appeared in a report prepared by a task force of educators, doctors, politicians and business people. According to the report, a fourth of the nation's 12 million infants and toddlers live in poverty. As many as half confront risk factors that could harm their ability to develop intellectually, physically and socially. Child immunization too is low, more children are born into poverty, more are in substandard care while their parents work and more are being raised by single parents. When taken together, these and other risk factors can lead to educational and health problems that are much harder and more costly to reverse. The crisis begins in the womb with unplanned parenthood. Women with unplanned pregnancies are less likely to seek pre- natal care. In the U.S., 80% of teenage pregnancies and 56% of all pregnancies are unplanned. The problems continue after birth when unplanned pregnancies and unstable partnerships often go hand in hand. Since 1950, the number of single parent families has nearly tripled. More than 25 percent of all births today are to unmarried mothers. As the number of single parent families grow and more women enter the work force, infants and toddlers are increasingly in the care of people other than their parents. Most disturbingly, recent statistics show that American parents are increasingly neglecting or abusing their children. In only four years, 1987- 1991, the number of children in foster care increased by over 50 percent. Babies under the age of one are the fastest growing category of children entering foster care. The crisis affects children under the age of three most severely, the report says. Yet, it is this period from infancy through pre- school years that sets the stage for a child`s future.

Which of the following statements is not true with reference to the passage?

The number of single parent families today is approximately three times more than four decades ago.

The number of children in the US entering foster care has decreased after 1991.

In the US, the number of infants living in poverty is about 3 million.

About 6 Million children in the U.S are likely to develop educational and health problems.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q937:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Though the U.S. prides itself on being a leader in the world community, a recent report shows that it lags far behind other industrialised countries in meeting the needs of its youngest and most vulnerable citizens. The U.S. has a higher infant mortality rate, a higher proportion of low birth- weight babies, a smaller proportion of babies immunized against childhood diseases and much higher rate of adolescent pregnancies. These findings, described as a 'quiet crisis' requiring immediate and far- reaching action, appeared in a report prepared by a task force of educators, doctors, politicians and business people. According to the report, a fourth of the nation's 12 million infants and toddlers live in poverty. As many as half confront risk factors that could harm their ability to develop intellectually, physically and socially. Child immunization too is low, more children are born into poverty, more are in substandard care while their parents work and more are being raised by single parents. When taken together, these and other risk factors can lead to educational and health problems that are much harder and more costly to reverse. The crisis begins in the womb with unplanned parenthood. Women with unplanned pregnancies are less likely to seek pre- natal care. In the U.S., 80% of teenage pregnancies and 56% of all pregnancies are unplanned. The problems continue after birth when unplanned pregnancies and unstable partnerships often go hand in hand. Since 1950, the number of single parent families has nearly tripled. More than 25 percent of all births today are to unmarried mothers. As the number of single parent families grow and more women enter the work force, infants and toddlers are increasingly in the care of people other than their parents. Most disturbingly, recent statistics show that American parents are increasingly neglecting or abusing their children. In only four years, 1987- 1991, the number of children in foster care increased by over 50 percent. Babies under the age of one are the fastest growing category of children entering foster care. The crisis affects children under the age of three most severely, the report says. Yet, it is this period from infancy through pre- school years that sets the stage for a child`s future.

An increasing number of infants in the US are in foster care on account of...

An increasing number of single parent families with the female member working

An increasing number of employed couples who are required to stay apart and travel abroad

An increasing number of parents who lack awareness about body care, school education and banking

An increasing number of parents who are irresponsible, angry and moody

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q938:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

Though the U.S. prides itself on being a leader in the world community, a recent report shows that it lags far behind other industrialised countries in meeting the needs of its youngest and most vulnerable citizens. The U.S. has a higher infant mortality rate, a higher proportion of low birth- weight babies, a smaller proportion of babies immunized against childhood diseases and much higher rate of adolescent pregnancies. These findings, described as a 'quiet crisis' requiring immediate and far- reaching action, appeared in a report prepared by a task force of educators, doctors, politicians and business people. According to the report, a fourth of the nation's 12 million infants and toddlers live in poverty. As many as half confront risk factors that could harm their ability to develop intellectually, physically and socially. Child immunization too is low, more children are born into poverty, more are in substandard care while their parents work and more are being raised by single parents. When taken together, these and other risk factors can lead to educational and health problems that are much harder and more costly to reverse. The crisis begins in the womb with unplanned parenthood. Women with unplanned pregnancies are less likely to seek pre- natal care. In the U.S., 80% of teenage pregnancies and 56% of all pregnancies are unplanned. The problems continue after birth when unplanned pregnancies and unstable partnerships often go hand in hand. Since 1950, the number of single parent families has nearly tripled. More than 25 percent of all births today are to unmarried mothers. As the number of single parent families grow and more women enter the work force, infants and toddlers are increasingly in the care of people other than their parents. Most disturbingly, recent statistics show that American parents are increasingly neglecting or abusing their children. In only four years, 1987- 1991, the number of children in foster care increased by over 50 percent. Babies under the age of one are the fastest growing category of children entering foster care. The crisis affects children under the age of three most severely, the report says. Yet, it is this period from infancy through pre- school years that sets the stage for a child`s future.

Match List I with List II: | List I | List II | |---|---| | A. The U.S. prides itself | I. on being a leader in the world community | | B. The "quiet-crisis" requiring | II. pregnancies are less likely to seek pre-natal care | | C. Women with unplanned | III. immediate action | | D. The period from infancy through pre-school years | IV. sets the stage for a child's future |

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q939:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If I had been asked in my early youth whether I preferred to have dealings only with men or only with books, my answer would certainly have been in favour of books. In later years this has become less and less. Not that I have had much better experiences with men than with books; on the contrary delightful books even now come my way more often than purely delightful men. But the many bad experiences with men have nourished the meadow of my life as the noblest book could not do.

Which one of the following phrases best bring out the meaning of; 'the Meadow of my life'?

Life in the hills

Vast enriched life

Dull life in a hostel

Dramatic life of an actor

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q940:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If I had been asked in my early youth whether I preferred to have dealings only with men or only with books, my answer would certainly have been in favour of books. In later years this has become less and less. Not that I have had much better experiences with men than with books; on the contrary delightful books even now come my way more often than purely delightful men. But the many bad experiences with men have nourished the meadow of my life as the noblest book could not do.

The author says that in later years his love of books diminished because

he did not get many delightful books to read

he had better experiences with men than with books

he had given up the habit of reading books

the bad experiences he had with men were more valuable and enriching than what the noblest books could give.

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q941:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If I had been asked in my early youth whether I preferred to have dealings only with men or only with books, my answer would certainly have been in favour of books. In later years this has become less and less. Not that I have had much better experiences with men than with books; on the contrary delightful books even now come my way more often than purely delightful men. But the many bad experiences with men have nourished the meadow of my life as the noblest book could not do.

In his early youth, the author _____.

liked to have dealings with books more than with men

preferred to have dealings only with books

liked to have dealings with only men rather than with books

liked to have dealings equally with men, books and with cinema

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q942:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If I had been asked in my early youth whether I preferred to have dealings only with men or only with books, my answer would certainly have been in favour of books. In later years this has become less and less. Not that I have had much better experiences with men than with books; on the contrary delightful books even now come my way more often than purely delightful men. But the many bad experiences with men have nourished the meadow of my life as the noblest book could not do.

Choose the option which is correct according to the passage.

The author is an automobile engineer

The author loves to travel across the world

The author plans to build a house in a meadow

The author is very fond of books

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q943:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If I had been asked in my early youth whether I preferred to have dealings only with men or only with books, my answer would certainly have been in favour of books. In later years this has become less and less. Not that I have had much better experiences with men than with books; on the contrary delightful books even now come my way more often than purely delightful men. But the many bad experiences with men have nourished the meadow of my life as the noblest book could not do.

Match List wth List II | List I | List II | |---|---| | A. If in my early youth | I. I had been asked whether I liked dealing with men or books.. | | B. I have had much better | II. experiences with books | | C. Delightful books | III. even now come my way | | D. Bad experiences with men | IV. have nourished the meadow of my life |

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q944:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Medium

If I had been asked in my early youth whether I preferred to have dealings only with men or only with books, my answer would certainly have been in favour of books. In later years this has become less and less. Not that I have had much better experiences with men than with books; on the contrary delightful books even now come my way more often than purely delightful men. But the many bad experiences with men have nourished the meadow of my life as the noblest book could not do.

From the given options choose the one which is correct according to the passage.

Bad experiences with men were more valuable than the noblest of books for the author

The bad men ploughed the meadow in which the author lived

Books were found in the meadow where the author lived

Books were never liked by the author

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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Q945:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The sudden crack of a breaking branch in the distance interrupts the nightly symphony of cicadas and crickets in rural Thailand. Some might think it was a strong gust of wind, or may be a squirrel or a bird, but I know what`s coming. I hear people howling, yelling and clapping before the explosions of several firecrackers echo through the night. We are in a conflict zone, and amidst an invasion. Branches break, crack and snap as they crash through the forest retreating from the explosions. The forest is silent. I hold my breath, feel for the button on my headlamp, and illuminate the forest edge. I`m not met with a criminal, an intruder, or "the enemy" but a herd of Asian elephants. This is human-elephant conflict (HEC). There are no winners, only losers, and both sides suffer similarly and equally because of it. In the Thai regions where I work, elephants push down "permanent" barriers, drag logs onto the electric fences to cross without getting shocked, change their routes to avoid passing through sensored alarms, and slowly fill deep trenches with dirt, then work together to cross, leaving no member of the herd behind. While barriers and obstacles may be effective initially, they do not address the reason why the elephants are venturing into human-dominated landscapes in the first place. As HEC hotspots rise in Thailand, sustainable solutions that benefit both human and elephants are urgently needed. Our team is investigating whether planting alternative crops can minimize the economic impact from crop depredation. Many might think farmers would sooner wish the elephants were gone than accept having to change their own practices and behavior, but this community is driven by a shared vision of coexistence between the humans and the elephants. I can't imagine a world without elephants-an internationally admired symbol of strength, wealth and wisdom. A life without elephants does not mean these remarkable creatures would disappear from Asia's lush forests and Africa's vast savannas. Elephants are everywhere, from national flags to souvenir stands, corporate logos to cartoon characters, religious scriptures to the heart of every young student and volunteer who has told me that elephants are their favourite animal. Somehow, losing elephants means losing something bigger than the world`s biggest land mammal. I cannot think of anything else to which I would rather dedicate my life, than hearing the nightly symphony, uninterrupted by explosions, feeling peace throughout a former conflict zone, and seeing human-elephant conflict become human-elephant coexistence.

Which of these options suggests the best title for the passage?

Life without Farmers

Human-animal mutation plan

Human-wildlife Ballad

From conflict to co-existence

Correct Answer

Option 4

Correct Answer

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Q946:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The sudden crack of a breaking branch in the distance interrupts the nightly symphony of cicadas and crickets in rural Thailand. Some might think it was a strong gust of wind, or may be a squirrel or a bird, but I know what`s coming. I hear people howling, yelling and clapping before the explosions of several firecrackers echo through the night. We are in a conflict zone, and amidst an invasion. Branches break, crack and snap as they crash through the forest retreating from the explosions. The forest is silent. I hold my breath, feel for the button on my headlamp, and illuminate the forest edge. I`m not met with a criminal, an intruder, or "the enemy" but a herd of Asian elephants. This is human-elephant conflict (HEC). There are no winners, only losers, and both sides suffer similarly and equally because of it. In the Thai regions where I work, elephants push down "permanent" barriers, drag logs onto the electric fences to cross without getting shocked, change their routes to avoid passing through sensored alarms, and slowly fill deep trenches with dirt, then work together to cross, leaving no member of the herd behind. While barriers and obstacles may be effective initially, they do not address the reason why the elephants are venturing into human-dominated landscapes in the first place. As HEC hotspots rise in Thailand, sustainable solutions that benefit both human and elephants are urgently needed. Our team is investigating whether planting alternative crops can minimize the economic impact from crop depredation. Many might think farmers would sooner wish the elephants were gone than accept having to change their own practices and behavior, but this community is driven by a shared vision of coexistence between the humans and the elephants. I can't imagine a world without elephants-an internationally admired symbol of strength, wealth and wisdom. A life without elephants does not mean these remarkable creatures would disappear from Asia's lush forests and Africa's vast savannas. Elephants are everywhere, from national flags to souvenir stands, corporate logos to cartoon characters, religious scriptures to the heart of every young student and volunteer who has told me that elephants are their favourite animal. Somehow, losing elephants means losing something bigger than the world`s biggest land mammal. I cannot think of anything else to which I would rather dedicate my life, than hearing the nightly symphony, uninterrupted by explosions, feeling peace throughout a former conflict zone, and seeing human-elephant conflict become human-elephant coexistence.

`We are in a conflict zone amidst an invasion of _____.

Crickets and cicadas

Wild elephants

Poachers

Farmers

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q947:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The sudden crack of a breaking branch in the distance interrupts the nightly symphony of cicadas and crickets in rural Thailand. Some might think it was a strong gust of wind, or may be a squirrel or a bird, but I know what`s coming. I hear people howling, yelling and clapping before the explosions of several firecrackers echo through the night. We are in a conflict zone, and amidst an invasion. Branches break, crack and snap as they crash through the forest retreating from the explosions. The forest is silent. I hold my breath, feel for the button on my headlamp, and illuminate the forest edge. I`m not met with a criminal, an intruder, or "the enemy" but a herd of Asian elephants. This is human-elephant conflict (HEC). There are no winners, only losers, and both sides suffer similarly and equally because of it. In the Thai regions where I work, elephants push down "permanent" barriers, drag logs onto the electric fences to cross without getting shocked, change their routes to avoid passing through sensored alarms, and slowly fill deep trenches with dirt, then work together to cross, leaving no member of the herd behind. While barriers and obstacles may be effective initially, they do not address the reason why the elephants are venturing into human-dominated landscapes in the first place. As HEC hotspots rise in Thailand, sustainable solutions that benefit both human and elephants are urgently needed. Our team is investigating whether planting alternative crops can minimize the economic impact from crop depredation. Many might think farmers would sooner wish the elephants were gone than accept having to change their own practices and behavior, but this community is driven by a shared vision of coexistence between the humans and the elephants. I can't imagine a world without elephants-an internationally admired symbol of strength, wealth and wisdom. A life without elephants does not mean these remarkable creatures would disappear from Asia's lush forests and Africa's vast savannas. Elephants are everywhere, from national flags to souvenir stands, corporate logos to cartoon characters, religious scriptures to the heart of every young student and volunteer who has told me that elephants are their favourite animal. Somehow, losing elephants means losing something bigger than the world`s biggest land mammal. I cannot think of anything else to which I would rather dedicate my life, than hearing the nightly symphony, uninterrupted by explosions, feeling peace throughout a former conflict zone, and seeing human-elephant conflict become human-elephant coexistence.

How does the author know what is coming?

He is well-aware of human behavior.

He knows that this place is a human-elephant conflict zone.

He had often watched films on war and crime.

He knows that there are a lot of birds in this part of the forest.

Correct Answer

Option 2

Correct Answer

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Q948:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The sudden crack of a breaking branch in the distance interrupts the nightly symphony of cicadas and crickets in rural Thailand. Some might think it was a strong gust of wind, or may be a squirrel or a bird, but I know what`s coming. I hear people howling, yelling and clapping before the explosions of several firecrackers echo through the night. We are in a conflict zone, and amidst an invasion. Branches break, crack and snap as they crash through the forest retreating from the explosions. The forest is silent. I hold my breath, feel for the button on my headlamp, and illuminate the forest edge. I`m not met with a criminal, an intruder, or "the enemy" but a herd of Asian elephants. This is human-elephant conflict (HEC). There are no winners, only losers, and both sides suffer similarly and equally because of it. In the Thai regions where I work, elephants push down "permanent" barriers, drag logs onto the electric fences to cross without getting shocked, change their routes to avoid passing through sensored alarms, and slowly fill deep trenches with dirt, then work together to cross, leaving no member of the herd behind. While barriers and obstacles may be effective initially, they do not address the reason why the elephants are venturing into human-dominated landscapes in the first place. As HEC hotspots rise in Thailand, sustainable solutions that benefit both human and elephants are urgently needed. Our team is investigating whether planting alternative crops can minimize the economic impact from crop depredation. Many might think farmers would sooner wish the elephants were gone than accept having to change their own practices and behavior, but this community is driven by a shared vision of coexistence between the humans and the elephants. I can't imagine a world without elephants-an internationally admired symbol of strength, wealth and wisdom. A life without elephants does not mean these remarkable creatures would disappear from Asia's lush forests and Africa's vast savannas. Elephants are everywhere, from national flags to souvenir stands, corporate logos to cartoon characters, religious scriptures to the heart of every young student and volunteer who has told me that elephants are their favourite animal. Somehow, losing elephants means losing something bigger than the world`s biggest land mammal. I cannot think of anything else to which I would rather dedicate my life, than hearing the nightly symphony, uninterrupted by explosions, feeling peace throughout a former conflict zone, and seeing human-elephant conflict become human-elephant coexistence.

Why are the people howling and bursting crackers in the forest?

They are celebrating a folk tradition

They are performing an Occult ritual.

They are trying to scare the animals away.

They are relaxing after a busy day at work

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q949:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The sudden crack of a breaking branch in the distance interrupts the nightly symphony of cicadas and crickets in rural Thailand. Some might think it was a strong gust of wind, or may be a squirrel or a bird, but I know what`s coming. I hear people howling, yelling and clapping before the explosions of several firecrackers echo through the night. We are in a conflict zone, and amidst an invasion. Branches break, crack and snap as they crash through the forest retreating from the explosions. The forest is silent. I hold my breath, feel for the button on my headlamp, and illuminate the forest edge. I`m not met with a criminal, an intruder, or "the enemy" but a herd of Asian elephants. This is human-elephant conflict (HEC). There are no winners, only losers, and both sides suffer similarly and equally because of it. In the Thai regions where I work, elephants push down "permanent" barriers, drag logs onto the electric fences to cross without getting shocked, change their routes to avoid passing through sensored alarms, and slowly fill deep trenches with dirt, then work together to cross, leaving no member of the herd behind. While barriers and obstacles may be effective initially, they do not address the reason why the elephants are venturing into human-dominated landscapes in the first place. As HEC hotspots rise in Thailand, sustainable solutions that benefit both human and elephants are urgently needed. Our team is investigating whether planting alternative crops can minimize the economic impact from crop depredation. Many might think farmers would sooner wish the elephants were gone than accept having to change their own practices and behavior, but this community is driven by a shared vision of coexistence between the humans and the elephants. I can't imagine a world without elephants-an internationally admired symbol of strength, wealth and wisdom. A life without elephants does not mean these remarkable creatures would disappear from Asia's lush forests and Africa's vast savannas. Elephants are everywhere, from national flags to souvenir stands, corporate logos to cartoon characters, religious scriptures to the heart of every young student and volunteer who has told me that elephants are their favourite animal. Somehow, losing elephants means losing something bigger than the world`s biggest land mammal. I cannot think of anything else to which I would rather dedicate my life, than hearing the nightly symphony, uninterrupted by explosions, feeling peace throughout a former conflict zone, and seeing human-elephant conflict become human-elephant coexistence.

'As the HEC hotspots rise, sustainable solution that benefit both human existence and elephant population are urgently needed.' Which of these would be a sustainable solution in this respect?

Installing barriers

Controlling the animal population

Promoting human-animal coexistence

Enforcing strict punishment for poachers

Correct Answer

Option 3

Correct Answer

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Q950:

16 July Shift 1

VA > Passage

Easy

The sudden crack of a breaking branch in the distance interrupts the nightly symphony of cicadas and crickets in rural Thailand. Some might think it was a strong gust of wind, or may be a squirrel or a bird, but I know what`s coming. I hear people howling, yelling and clapping before the explosions of several firecrackers echo through the night. We are in a conflict zone, and amidst an invasion. Branches break, crack and snap as they crash through the forest retreating from the explosions. The forest is silent. I hold my breath, feel for the button on my headlamp, and illuminate the forest edge. I`m not met with a criminal, an intruder, or "the enemy" but a herd of Asian elephants. This is human-elephant conflict (HEC). There are no winners, only losers, and both sides suffer similarly and equally because of it. In the Thai regions where I work, elephants push down "permanent" barriers, drag logs onto the electric fences to cross without getting shocked, change their routes to avoid passing through sensored alarms, and slowly fill deep trenches with dirt, then work together to cross, leaving no member of the herd behind. While barriers and obstacles may be effective initially, they do not address the reason why the elephants are venturing into human-dominated landscapes in the first place. As HEC hotspots rise in Thailand, sustainable solutions that benefit both human and elephants are urgently needed. Our team is investigating whether planting alternative crops can minimize the economic impact from crop depredation. Many might think farmers would sooner wish the elephants were gone than accept having to change their own practices and behavior, but this community is driven by a shared vision of coexistence between the humans and the elephants. I can't imagine a world without elephants-an internationally admired symbol of strength, wealth and wisdom. A life without elephants does not mean these remarkable creatures would disappear from Asia's lush forests and Africa's vast savannas. Elephants are everywhere, from national flags to souvenir stands, corporate logos to cartoon characters, religious scriptures to the heart of every young student and volunteer who has told me that elephants are their favourite animal. Somehow, losing elephants means losing something bigger than the world`s biggest land mammal. I cannot think of anything else to which I would rather dedicate my life, than hearing the nightly symphony, uninterrupted by explosions, feeling peace throughout a former conflict zone, and seeing human-elephant conflict become human-elephant coexistence.

Match List wth List II | List I | List II | |---|---| | A. The author is | I. are elephants | | B. The conflict is | II. between man and animals | | C. The animals discussed here | III. is about man and elephants | | D. Shared vision of co existence | IV. a forest ranger |

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

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

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

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

Correct Answer

Option 1

Correct Answer

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