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This section includes 147 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Competitive English knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
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Direction: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Next week I am on vacation. While I am on vacation, I will work on two projects. First, I will fix the washing machine. The washing machine has been broken for two weeks. To fix it, I will need three tools: a screwdriver, a wrench, and a clamp. It will take one day to fix the washing machine. Next, I will fix our back porch. This is a bigger project. It will probably take about two days to fix the back porch, and will require a screwdriver, a hammer, nails, and a saw. My vacation starts on Monday. I have a lot of work to do, but hopefully I can relax after I finish my work. What is the earliest day that the author can finish both projects? |
| A. | Monday |
| B. | Wednesday |
| C. | Thursday |
| D. | Friday |
| Answer» C. Thursday | |
| 2. |
Directions (Qs. 44 to 51): Read the passage andanswer the following questions. The children of L.S.Vidyalayahad a wonderful time yesterday. They were captivated by the speed, agility andshowmanship of magician, Kim Rathod. The children watched him spellbound fortwo hours. All that broke the silence was a gasp of astonishment or the soundof spontaneous applause, appreciating a trick.Out of his magic wand cameflowers, ribbons and garlands of every possible colour and seemingly unendinglength. It came in such quick succession that everyone was left gasping. One ortwo young children came up to examine the thin stick wondering how it couldhold so much. They were really frustrated as if that was not magical enough. Hemade a rabbit pop out of an empty wooden box. It went hopping around the stage.It was soon put back into the box and seconds later, he pulled out a rat, soft,white and squeaking. The little ones seemed a little frightened by this, whilethe others clapped and cheered loudly. This was the grand finale.The children did not want it toend. They shouted ?encore?, ?once more?. But Kim gave them a bright smile andvanished from the scene. The children were left searching here and there forhim. Then they walked out excitedly recounting what they had seen and howwonderful it was. One of the boys Rajan declared loudly, it was the best magicshow of the century! What is the meaning of ?spontaneous?? |
| A. | At once |
| B. | Always |
| C. | Never |
| D. | Continuous |
| Answer» B. Always | |
| 3. |
Directions: Read the following passage and answer the questions from the options given below. HARD WORK PAYS There was a small village named Pampu, in a faraway land. The people out there were very lazy. They would not get up early in the morning. They would sleep till late in the afternoon. They did not like to work hard. They always thought that something magical will happen and they would become rich. When it used to rain, they stayed back saying that "it's raining heavily, we can't go now, we'll get wet, let it get over". And in the summers, when it was sunny, they would find another excuse. They would do only the least, to survive. So they did not have any savings. All that was earned was so little that it could not be saved. Once there was a drought, the ground was all dry. Now there was no one, who had his savings. They all began to die, of thirst and hunger. They had been so lazy that they had not even dug a well. Within a few days, half the population had died of hunger and thirst. Whosoever was left now, decided to leave the village. They all decided to go to some other place. They started moving, they found a new village. In the other village people were hardworking. Despite drought they were not suffering. They had enough savings to save them from hunger. They had built reservoirs to store water. The villagers now learnt the importance of hard work. They promised to themselves that they will also work hard. What is a reservoir? |
| A. | A tank made to store water |
| B. | A river |
| C. | A lake " |
| D. | A pipe to spray water. |
| Answer» B. A river | |
| 4. |
Directions: Complete the following passage by filling in the blanks with one word only. It is a ______(40)______ to use plastic because it only adds to the environment ____(41)____. We must ____(42)____ up plastic, otherwise it will ____(43)____ us. |
| A. | polluted |
| B. | pollution |
| C. | polluting |
| D. | infection |
| Answer» C. polluting | |
| 5. |
Directions: Read the poem given below and answer from the options given below. Let me fly I am a bird I fly high in the sky Nothing but, I love to fly I have my wings, I love no other things I just live to fly Let me fly as high I want to reach the sky I want to touch it To touch the moon And the Sun It's a great fun I just love to fly Do you think that it would like to stay in a cage? |
| A. | Yes, because it will get food there |
| B. | Yes, because it will get a house to live |
| C. | No, because it loves its freedom |
| D. | Yes, because it will play under no fear. |
| Answer» D. Yes, because it will play under no fear. | |
| 6. |
Directions (Qs. 1 to 5):- Read the passage andanswer the following questions. Grandpa'sBirdhouses Grandpa?s hobby was makingbirdhouses. He always said, "A man has to keep busy to stay out oftrouble." Leigh wasn't sure how much trouble Grandpa could get intoanyway, since he was such a nice guy, but she tried to listen to his advice.Besides, she liked to help him on his birdhouses. Grandpa's shop was full ofwell-oiled and carefully kept tools.Whenever he used something, he putit back in exactly the right place. He had rules about how he treated histools, because he hated buying something new if the old one still worked. Healso made sure to clean up his messes each time he worked on something. Itwasn't too fun cleaning up, but it was nice to watch him cut boards to exactlengths. It was nice to see the drill put in holes for screws to go in cleanly.It was like being a doctor, but with wood. The best part of building birdhouses was seeing all the pieces come together in the final form. Even then itwasn't done.The last steps always includedlacquer or paint, to help protect Grandpa's hard work from the weather. Hisbirdhouses lasted for years. If he didn't coat them properly, the sun and rainwould turn the wood grey and weak in a short period of time. No, he always madesure to do things right. Even if he put rocks or other cute decorations onthem, it was done right and made to last. Grandpa was a hard worker, but he wasalso smart and generous. He let Leigh keep the birdhouses sometimes, but onlyif he got to help hang it up or set the post for it. It had to be done justright, after all. The birdhouses were a great way to learn about woodworking,hard work, taking care of what you have, and about birds. The absolute best thingabout building birdhouses was that Leigh spent some time with Grandpa. The last steps of building included what? |
| A. | Lacquer and paint |
| B. | Hanging the birdhouses |
| C. | Cutting and drilling |
| D. | Putting them together |
| Answer» B. Hanging the birdhouses | |
| 7. |
Directions: Read the passages carefully and then answer from the options given below. Harry was very happy today. His parents were taking him out to a picnic. They were going out to the beer Park .Harry was very excited. He called up all his friends to tell them about it. All his friends were also very excited about it, they also wanted to come along. Harry wanted to take five of his friends with him. He went to ask his bad about it, who agreed. They had a big car. In the morning all of them got together at Harrys place and left for picnic. They took cricket bat, football and other outdoor games with them. What did they take with them? |
| A. | Outdoor games |
| B. | Chess, Ludo |
| C. | Chips and burgers |
| D. | Vegetables |
| Answer» B. Chess, Ludo | |
| 8. |
Directions (Qs. 32 to 38): Read the passage andanswer the following questions. When Greg went to the giantaquarium near his house, he had one type of animal that he loved to watch. Heliked dolphins and manatees, but he loved whales. Beluga whales from the arcticwere really neat, but it was the Killer Whales especially that had his heart.For hours, from the park openinguntil closing, he could watch them. Their black and white patterned skinreminded him of tuxedo, a penguin or even a zebra, but on the whales it seemedeven more special. It made them stand out in the water. Their playfulness andintelligence amazed him, too. He liked to watch the trainers coax them throughjumps, leaps, and other tricks. They talked and squawked at the trainers.Onetime the trainer even got launched into the air off the whale?s nose. It was animpressive feat.It always surprised him how fastand agile such massive creature could be. He always expected them to be slowand lumbering, but they were fast like bullet, darting through their huge tanksand exploding from the water.In the park, they ate fish andother snacks, and lots of them. In the wild, he understood why they had theirfierce name. They could eat seals, sea lions, small whales and just aboutanything they could catch. Their teeth were sharp and predatory.They were thetop of the food chain - even more dangerous than sharks. The killer whales wereamazing animals. They inspired him to learn more about the sea. He thought thatsomeday he might want to be marine biologist. Then, he could learn about hisfavourite animals as a job. For now, he?d have to settle for watching themthrough the tank?s glass and reading about them. However, there was always thefuture! In the park, they ate ________ and snacks, and lots of them. |
| A. | fish |
| B. | egg |
| C. | chicken |
| D. | fries |
| Answer» B. egg | |
| 9. |
Directions: Read the passage given below and then answer the questions from the options given below. KAREN's DOLL Karen was very sad today. Her father had refused to buy her a new doll. All her friends had bought new dolls for themselves, but Karen's father did not buy her one. She did not go out to play in the park as she was very sad. In the evening when it was time for her father to come back home, she was sitting next to the window. That day her father came late. By the time her father came she had gone to the bed to sleep. Suddenly there was a sound of the doorbell ringing. Her mother opened up the door. Karen got a surprise from her father. Her father had bought a new and a very beautiful doll for her. Why didn't Karen go out to play? |
| A. | She Was hurt. |
| B. | She did not have a new doll to play. |
| C. | There was no one in the park |
| D. | Her mother did not let her go. |
| Answer» C. There was no one in the park | |
| 10. |
Directions (Qs. 32 to 38): Read the passage andanswer the following questions. When Greg went to the giantaquarium near his house, he had one type of animal that he loved to watch. Heliked dolphins and manatees, but he loved whales. Beluga whales from the arcticwere really neat, but it was the Killer Whales especially that had his heart.For hours, from the park openinguntil closing, he could watch them. Their black and white patterned skinreminded him of tuxedo, a penguin or even a zebra, but on the whales it seemedeven more special. It made them stand out in the water. Their playfulness andintelligence amazed him, too. He liked to watch the trainers coax them throughjumps, leaps, and other tricks. They talked and squawked at the trainers.Onetime the trainer even got launched into the air off the whale?s nose. It was animpressive feat.It always surprised him how fastand agile such massive creature could be. He always expected them to be slowand lumbering, but they were fast like bullet, darting through their huge tanksand exploding from the water.In the park, they ate fish andother snacks, and lots of them. In the wild, he understood why they had theirfierce name. They could eat seals, sea lions, small whales and just aboutanything they could catch. Their teeth were sharp and predatory.They were thetop of the food chain - even more dangerous than sharks. The killer whales wereamazing animals. They inspired him to learn more about the sea. He thought thatsomeday he might want to be marine biologist. Then, he could learn about hisfavourite animals as a job. For now, he?d have to settle for watching themthrough the tank?s glass and reading about them. However, there was always thefuture! Which of these is NOT a reason why Greg likes killer whales? |
| A. | Their speed and power. |
| B. | Their colours. |
| C. | Their slowness. |
| D. | Their intelligence. |
| Answer» D. Their intelligence. | |
| 11. |
Direction: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. Many people like to eat pizza, but not everyone knows how to make it. Making the perfect pizza can be complicated, but there are lots of ways for you to make a more basic version at home. When you make pizza, you must begin with the crust. The crust can be hard to make. If you want to make the crust yourself, you will have to make dough using flour, water, and yeast. You will have to knead the dough with your hands. If you do not have enough time to do this, you con use a prepared crust that you buy from the store. After you have chosen your crust, you must then add the sauce. Making your own sauce from scratch can take a long time. You have to buy tomatoes, peel them, and then cook them with spices. If this sounds like too much work, you can also purchase jarred sauce from the store. Many jarred sauces taste almost as good as the kind you make at home. Now that you have your crust and your sauce, you need to add the cheese. Cheese comes from milk, which comes from cows. Do you have a cow in your backyard? Do you know how to milk the cow? Do you know how to turn that milk into cheese? If not, you might want to buy cheese from the grocery store instead of making it yourself. When you have the crust, sauce, and cheese ready, you can add other toppings. Some people like to put meat on their pizza, while other people like to add vegetables. Some people even like to add pineapple! The best part of making a pizza at home is that you can customize it by adding your own favorite ingredients. In paragraph 3, the author writes, "Many jarred sauces taste almost as good as the kind you make at home." The purpose of this statement is to |
| A. | clarify a later statement |
| B. | provide an example |
| C. | clarify an earlier statement |
| D. | support the previous paragraph |
| Answer» D. support the previous paragraph | |
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Directions (Qs. 22 to 31): Read the passage andanswer the following questions. Many people who are looking to geta pet dog get a puppy. There are many reasons why people get puppies. Afterall, puppies are cute, friendly and playful. Even though puppies make good pets,there are good reasons why you should consider getting an adult dog instead.When you get a puppy, you have toteach it how to behave. You have to make sure that the puppy is housebroken sothat it does not go to the bathroom inside the house. You have to teach thepuppy not to jump up on your guests or chew on your shoes. You have to trainthe puppy to walk on a leash. This is a lot of work.On the other hand, when you get anadult dog, there is a good chance that it will already know how to do all ofthe previously mentioned things. Many adult dogs have already been housebroken.Many adult dogs will not jump on or chew things that you do not want them to jumpon or chew. Many adult dogs will be able to walk on a leash without pulling youto the other side of the street.Puppies also have a lot of energyand want to play all of the time. This can be fun, but you might not want toplay as much as your puppy does. Puppies will not always sleep through thenight or let you relax as you watch television.On the other hand, most adult dogswill wait on you to play. What is more, they will sleep when you are sleepingand are happy to watch television on the couch right beside you.There is one last reason why youshould get an adult dog instead of a puppy. When most people go to the pound toget a dog, they get a puppy. This means that many adult dogs spend a lot of timein the pound and some never find good homes. 5o if you are looking to get a dogfor a pet, you should think about getting an adult dog. They are good pets whoneed good homes. As used in paragraph 2, which is the best example of a dog that is housebroken? |
| A. | Spot goes outside to use the bathroom. |
| B. | Rex always breaks things inside of the house. |
| C. | Rover never jumps on guests. |
| D. | Muffin chews on people's shoes. |
| Answer» B. Rex always breaks things inside of the house. | |
| 13. |
Directions: Read the passages given below and answer the question from the options given below Once upon a time there was a very rich man. He was the richest man in the whole of India. He was a very shrewd person. He did the business of lending money to people, and would fool everyone. One day a man came to him for loan, he wholeheartedly agreed to provide him with loan. But told him, that he will have to pay double the amount after one month. That poor man was in a dire need of money, so he agreed. After about one month, that rich moneylender went to that poor man's house to ask for his money back or pay double amount. That poor man did not have a single penny with him. But the moneylender would not leave him now. He told that poor man or pay the money through his services. That day onwards that poor man started working in the moneylender's house. How did the poor man pay back his money? |
| A. | He gave him back his money |
| B. | He had to work for the rich man. |
| C. | He sold his land |
| D. | He sold his house |
| Answer» C. He sold his land | |
| 14. |
Directions (Qs. 15 to 21): Read the passage andanswer the following questions. Have you ever heard someone usethe phrase "once in a blue moon?" People use this expression todescribe something that they do not do very often. For example, someone mightsay that he tries to avoid eating sweets because they are unhealthy, but willeat chocolate "once in a blue moon" or someone who does not usuallylike to go to the beach might say "I visit the shore once in a blue moon."While many people use this phrase, not everyone knows the meaning behind it.The first thing to know is thatthe moon itself is never actually blue. This is just an expression. The phrase"blue moon" actually has to do with the shape of the moon, not thecolour.As the moon travels around theearth, it appears to change shape. We associate certain names with certainshapes of the moon. For example, when we can see a small part of the moon, it iscalled a crescent moon. A crescent is a shape that looks like the tip of afingernail. When we cannot see the moon at all, it is called a new moon. Whenwe can see the entire moon, it is called a full moon. Usually, there is onlyone full moon every month. Sometimes, however, there will be two full moons inone month. When this happens, the second full moon is called a "bluemoon."Over the next 20 years, there willonly be 15 blue moons.As you can see, a blue moon is avery rare event. This fact has led people to use the expression "once in ablue moon" to describe other very rare events in their lives. As used in the final paragraph, which is the best antonym for rare? |
| A. | Common |
| B. | Strange |
| C. | Colourful |
| D. | Infrequent |
| Answer» B. Strange | |
| 15. |
Direction: Read the passage. Then answer the questions below. The living room does not look good. It looks bad without a carpet. Mary and ban want to buy a carpet. They want to buy a carpet for their living room. They go to the store. They look at the carpets. There are many colors. There are many sizes. Some have patterns. Some are plain. Mary likes a pink and purple carpet. It has dots. It has pink and purple dots. Dan says no! He does not like the colors. He does not like the pattern. He does not like the size. The pink and purple carpet is too big. Dan likes a green and red carpet. It has stripes. It has green and red stripes. Mary says no! She does not like the colors. She does not like the pattern. She does not like the size. The green and red carpet is too small. Mary and Dan see a tan carpet. It does not have dots. It does not have stripes. It is plain. It is tan and plain. Dan likes the tan carpet. Mary likes the tan carpet. They both like the color. They both like the size. They both say yes! Mary and Dan buy the tan carpet. They put the carpet in the living room. The living room looks wonderful with the new carpet. According to the passage, the green and red carpet |
| A. | is plain |
| B. | has dots |
| C. | is too big |
| D. | is too small |
| Answer» E. | |
| 16. |
Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions from the options given below. Many years ago, there lived a King. He possessed a beautiful and enormous palace me ate delicious food, wore silky clothes but still he was unhappy. He decided to ask his ministers how he could become happy. He always thought of doing something or the other to make himself happy. He invited wise men from all over to his kingdom to suggest ways to make him happy. All of them came and suggested one or the other way to make him happy. One of them said you wear the shoes of a happy man and you will be happy. Another man said that you make friends with people and be happy. All these answers did not satisfy the king. So he decided to take round of his kingdom. While he was wandering in his chariot, he saw a group of boys, working in a farm. They were all very happy. He went up to them and asked" why are you so happy?? One of the boys said "we are happy to work together". Now the king came to know the secret of happiness. Why were the boys so happy? |
| A. | Because they were playing together. |
| B. | Because they were working together |
| C. | Because they were eating good food |
| D. | Because they had become kings. |
| Answer» C. Because they were eating good food | |
| 17. |
Directions (Qs. 6 to 14): Read the passage andanswer the following questions. DoesMarcia need a cell phone? Marcia says that all of herfriends have a cell phone, but Marcia's mom doesn't want to buy her one.Marcia's mom doesn't want Marcia to play video games either. What is more, the Internetscares her. Marcia's mom says, "If Marcia has a cell phone, how do we knowwhom she is talking to? Video games are bad for her. The Internet is dangerousand uncontrolled. It's like having a gun in the house. We should just ban herfrom using the computer, and I'm not buying her a cell phone until she iseighteen. This is the only way we can be sure that Marcia is safe."Marcia's dad disagrees withMarcia's mom. Although he agrees that there are some dangers to it, he likesthe Internet, and finds it to be very useful. "The trouble is," hesays, "We just can't stop Marcia from using the Internet, as this wouldput her at a disadvantage. What is more, I like video games. I think that, whenplayed in moderation, they are fun. Obviously, it is not good to play themwithout restraint or self-control. Finally, I think Marcia needs a cell phone.We can't take these things away." Marcia's mom can best be described as: |
| A. | ridiculous |
| B. | careful |
| C. | cruel |
| D. | rude |
| Answer» C. cruel | |
| 18. |
Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions from the options given below. Many years ago, there lived a King. He possessed a beautiful and enormous palace me ate delicious food, wore silky clothes but still he was unhappy. He decided to ask his ministers how he could become happy. He always thought of doing something or the other to make himself happy. He invited wise men from all over to his kingdom to suggest ways to make him happy. All of them came and suggested one or the other way to make him happy. One of them said you wear the shoes of a happy man and you will be happy. Another man said that you make friends with people and be happy. All these answers did not satisfy the king. So he decided to take round of his kingdom. While he was wandering in his chariot, he saw a group of boys, working in a farm. They were all very happy. He went up to them and asked" why are you so happy?? One of the boys said "we are happy to work together". Now the king came to know the secret of happiness. What were the boys doing? |
| A. | Playing in the park |
| B. | Working in their farm |
| C. | Fighting with each other |
| D. | Running together |
| Answer» C. Fighting with each other | |
| 19. |
Directions: Read the passage given below and answer the questions from the options given below. Once upon a time there was no one left in the jungle to eat. When the lion came to know of it, the lion got very angry. It knew that it will have to go to some other jungle to find food. But it was not easy to go and live in another jungle. There will be some other lion there, who would not allow it to stay there. It will have to fight with that lion to drive it away. It was not easy. But the lion had no choice. So it decided to start off another day. It started of its journey next day in the morning. It was a long journey. But it managed somehow. After all it was the king of a jungle. Why was the lion forced to leave the jungle? |
| A. | Because there was no one left to eat. |
| B. | Because another lion had come |
| C. | Because he did not like the jungle. |
| D. | Because he wanted to go to the town |
| Answer» B. Because another lion had come | |
| 20. |
BANYAN TREE There was a huge Banyan tree on the corner of the road that led to the village. It had stood there for years. The passers-by halted under the tree when they became tired. The tree happily gave them shelter, which gave the tree, a sense of joy. One day, the branches of the tree felt proud of themselves and said to the root, "We are so great. We, along with the leaves, give shade to the tired travellers and they thank us in return. Nobody even acknowledges or knows you." The root replied, "You are forgetting something. I am your strength. You all would not survive without my support. I am the real life of this tree." The Banyan tree had stood _______for______ years, |
| A. | in the centre of village |
| B. | on the corner of the road leading to the village |
| C. | near the main road of the village |
| D. | in the centre of the road leading to the village |
| Answer» C. near the main road of the village | |
| 21. |
Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: JUMPY - A Naughty monkey Jumpy was the naughtiest monkey of Oakwood. He had the habit of troubling others by stealing or eating away their food. Jumpy's mother tried to explain to him a number of times that it was a bad habit to touch anybody's property without the person's permission. One day, Jumpy was strolling around and ended up in Sherwood. He saw that there were trees laden with delicious, juicy fruits. He climbed the trees and ate the fruits. Then he started plucking the fruits and throwing them down. What is the meaning of 'plucking' here? |
| A. | Throwing |
| B. | Eating |
| C. | Drinking |
| D. | Picking up |
| Answer» E. | |
| 22. |
Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: JUMPY - A Naughty monkey Jumpy was the naughtiest monkey of Oakwood. He had the habit of troubling others by stealing or eating away their food. Jumpy's mother tried to explain to him a number of times that it was a bad habit to touch anybody's property without the person's permission. One day, Jumpy was strolling around and ended up in Sherwood. He saw that there were trees laden with delicious, juicy fruits. He climbed the trees and ate the fruits. Then he started plucking the fruits and throwing them down. What did Jumpy see in Sherwood? |
| A. | Trees full of juicy fruits. |
| B. | Trees full of vegetables. |
| C. | A very big tiger. |
| D. | None of the above. |
| Answer» B. Trees full of vegetables. | |
| 23. |
SLEEPY KOALAS Koalas live on eucalyptus trees and eat leaves for food and water. They are sleepy animals and sleep 18 to 20 hours a day! The word "Koala" comes from an Aboriginal language and means "animal that does not drink." Koalas can live up to 20 years in captivity and in the wild for 10 years. Above all, Koalas are not bears! Are Koalas bears? |
| A. | Yes |
| B. | No |
| C. | Can't say |
| D. | Maybe |
| Answer» C. Can't say | |
| 24. |
SLEEPY KOALAS Koalas live on eucalyptus trees and eat leaves for food and water. They are sleepy animals and sleep 18 to 20 hours a day! The word "Koala" comes from an Aboriginal language and means "animal that does not drink." Koalas can live up to 20 years in captivity and in the wild for 10 years. Above all, Koalas are not bears! The word 'Koala' means, an animal that does not ______. |
| A. | eat |
| B. | sleep |
| C. | fly |
| D. | drink |
| Answer» E. | |
| 25. |
SLEEPY KOALAS Koalas live on eucalyptus trees and eat leaves for food and water. They are sleepy animals and sleep 18 to 20 hours a day! The word "Koala" comes from an Aboriginal language and means "animal that does not drink." Koalas can live up to 20 years in captivity and in the wild for 10 years. Above all, Koalas are not bears! Koalas can live up to ____ when they live in jungles. |
| A. | 10 years |
| B. | 20 years |
| C. | 15 years |
| D. | 2 5 years |
| Answer» B. 20 years | |
| 26. |
CHEEKY CHIKY Cheeky Chiky was very upset today Though Dusshera and Diwali were nearing, but the children were not at all showing enthusiasm. The society had unanimously decided that there would be no bursting of crackers this year. This was enough to dampen the spirits of the children. Wearing new clothes and having yummy sweet meats was what they did on every festival, but Diwali's major fun was in crackers; and the elders took that away from the kids. Cute Kate remarked, "The elders never think about pollution by vehicles and are banning our 'phuljharis'. Don't they know that even their vehicles cause pollution?" In the meantime, Aunt Polly arrived there carrying a big bag over her shoulder. Aunt Polly took out a beautiful packet from her bag. To the children's excitement, it contained some crackers. But, it was not all. Aunt had brought one more packet! Children saw that there were some plants in it. What was Diwali's main attraction for the children? |
| A. | New clothes |
| B. | Sweets |
| C. | Crackers |
| D. | Fun and frolic |
| Answer» D. Fun and frolic | |
| 27. |
CHEEKY CHIKY Cheeky Chiky was very upset today Though Dusshera and Diwali were nearing, but the children were not at all showing enthusiasm. The society had unanimously decided that there would be no bursting of crackers this year. This was enough to dampen the spirits of the children. Wearing new clothes and having yummy sweet meats was what they did on every festival, but Diwali's major fun was in crackers; and the elders took that away from the kids. Cute Kate remarked, "The elders never think about pollution by vehicles and are banning our 'phuljharis'. Don't they know that even their vehicles cause pollution?" In the meantime, Aunt Polly arrived there carrying a big bag over her shoulder. Aunt Polly took out a beautiful packet from her bag. To the children's excitement, it contained some crackers. But, it was not all. Aunt had brought one more packet! Children saw that there were some plants in it. The children of the society were unhappy because _______. |
| A. | their parents were angry |
| B. | there would be no sweets at Diwali |
| C. | there would be no new clothes |
| D. | Diwali would be without crackers |
| Answer» E. | |
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EID The festival of Eid was approaching. Mustafa's father gave him Eidi (money on account of Eid) so that he could enjoy with his friends. His father gave him thousand rupees. His mother too gave him some money Mustafa had a total of Rs.1500 cash. Mustafa wanted to celebrate Eid in a different manner. He thought that he and his friends would have a lot of fun at home. He would treat his friends to the sweets that his mother had made, but was figuring out as to what he would do with the money He thought of spending the money in doing some good, noble work. Mustafa wanted to spend his Eidi ___. |
| A. | on his clothes |
| B. | on toys |
| C. | on gifts for friends |
| D. | in doing some noble work |
| Answer» E. | |
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Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 2. The monkey and dolphin A sailor, embarking on a voyage to Greece, took along a monkey to amuse him on shipboard. Off the coast of Greece, near Athens, a violent storm arose. Angry waves beat against the ship and dashed it to pieces. The sailor, his monkey, and all the crew jumped into the sea and swam for their lives. A dolphin saw the monkey struggling in the water and came to his assistance. The dolphin swam with the monkey on his back towards the shore. Then the dolphin, thinking the monkey was a man, asked, "Are you, sir, an Athenian?" "Certainly I am," the monkey replied, "and furthermore I am descended from one of the noblest families of Athens." "Then of course you know Piraeus," the dolphin said. The monkey did not know that Piraeus was the famous harbor of Athens. "Oh yes," he said, "I know Pi-raeus very well. He is one of my closest friends." The dolphin was so angered at these lies that he dived into the water and swam away, leaving the monkey to flounder helplessly in the sea. Then he called back to the monkey, "Those who tell falsehoods sooner or later find themselves in deep water." Why did the sailor take along a monkey while going on a voyage? |
| A. | To get his help. |
| B. | For entertainment. |
| C. | In order to sell him abroad. |
| D. | None of the above. |
| Answer» C. In order to sell him abroad. | |
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Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 1. The milkmaid and her pail A milkmaid was on her way to the market. On her head she carried a large pail of milk. As she walked along she thought of all the money she would have as soon as she sold the milk. "I shall buy hens from Farmer Brown," she thought, "and they will lay eggs every day. I will sell the eggs to the parson's wife. She will pay me well. With the money from the eggs, I will buy myself a new frock and bonnet. What colour shall they be? I think green ? a lovely green, for that colour becomes me best. When I go to market, I will wear my new clothes. All the young men will want to speak to me, of course, but I shall pretend not to see them. When they follow me, I shall walk proudly on. I'll toss my head-like this." And with that, she tossed her head. The pail slipped off from her head, and the milk spilled all over the ground. The milkmaid brought her empty pail and her sad tale home to her mother. "Ah, my daughter," said her mother, "Do not count your chickens before they are hatched." What is the meaning of 'pail'? |
| A. | A glass |
| B. | Ajar |
| C. | A bucket |
| D. | A cup |
| Answer» D. A cup | |
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Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 1. The milkmaid and her pail A milkmaid was on her way to the market. On her head she carried a large pail of milk. As she walked along she thought of all the money she would have as soon as she sold the milk. "I shall buy hens from Farmer Brown," she thought, "and they will lay eggs every day. I will sell the eggs to the parson's wife. She will pay me well. With the money from the eggs, I will buy myself a new frock and bonnet. What colour shall they be? I think green ? a lovely green, for that colour becomes me best. When I go to market, I will wear my new clothes. All the young men will want to speak to me, of course, but I shall pretend not to see them. When they follow me, I shall walk proudly on. I'll toss my head-like this." And with that, she tossed her head. The pail slipped off from her head, and the milk spilled all over the ground. The milkmaid brought her empty pail and her sad tale home to her mother. "Ah, my daughter," said her mother, "Do not count your chickens before they are hatched." What happened to her dreams in the end? |
| A. | All her dreams were fulfilled. |
| B. | They were shattered with the spilling of milk. |
| C. | It is not clear from the story. |
| D. | None of the above. |
| Answer» C. It is not clear from the story. | |
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Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 4. The Holiness of Saint Joan of Arc Joan of Arc was a young girl of seventeen. She believed that if France could put together a strong army, it could free itself from foreign rule. France was at that time ruled by Prince Henry of England. Joan was a simple, uneducated daughter of a farmer. Girls those days did not have the freedom they have now. It was amazing that a simple girl like Joan should have such ambitious ideas. Her conviction that her country could be free was so strong that she met Prince Charles of France and convinced him that he was the right-ful ruler of the country. After a great deal of persuasion, Joan of Arc convinced Prince Charles to allow her to command a force to relieve Orleans. Prince Charles gave his permission and Joan of Arc led an army of French soldiers to the city of Orleans which had been conquered by the English. So great was the courage of her conviction that this young girl whipped up tremendous enthusiasm and patriotism among her soldiers. They fought fearlessly against the English. The English soldiers were taken aback by the fervour of the attacking French soldiers and retreated from Orleans. After this grand victory, she persuaded Charles to be crowned as "King of France". She led the armies of France in many other campaigns after this and restored her country's national pride. Joan of Arc thus achieved what had seemed an impossible task through her courage and determination. She continued to lead the French army from victory to victory but was captured in an encounter in 1420 and handed over to the English. The English put her through a trial which was a mockery of justice and burned her at the stake as a witch. The French people adore Joan as their greatest national heroine. She was made a saint in 1920. Now, choose the most appropriate options: Joan of Arc was a seventeen years old ___21 ___ girl who had a strong ___22 ___ that her country could be free from foreign rule. She ___23 ___ French Prince Charles and convinced him to allow her to command a force to relieve Orleans. French soldiers fought fearlessly and made their way to victory. Charles was crowned as "___24 ___ of France". She was captured and ___25 ___ alive by the English in 1420. French people adore her. |
| A. | British |
| B. | French |
| C. | foreign |
| D. | farmer |
| Answer» C. foreign | |
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Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 3. Fight between the planets One day, Raju slept after reading his book of geography. In dreams, Raju saw that there was a fight going on between the planets and satellites. They were fighting over who holds the most importance. The Sun and planets like Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto, all were busy praising themselves. "I am the brightest planet," said Venus, "I am unique because I revolve from west to east, while you all revolve in the opposite direction. I am considered to be Goddess." The Earth smirked and said, "I am the only planet, which supports life and has water and an atmosphere." "I am red in colour and known as the God of War," said Mars. "I have the maximum number of satellites," said Jupiter. "I am counted amongst the biggest of planets," interrupted Saturn. Uranus said, "I am huge and green in colour. The Greeks consider me as their God and worship me." "I am blue in colour and very big. I am known as the 'Sea-God'," said Neptune. The Moon was getting irritated with the praises from all the other planets. Who was getting irritated with this conversation? |
| A. | The Moon |
| B. | The Earth |
| C. | Uranus |
| D. | Saturn |
| Answer» B. The Earth | |
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Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 3. Fight between the planets One day, Raju slept after reading his book of geography. In dreams, Raju saw that there was a fight going on between the planets and satellites. They were fighting over who holds the most importance. The Sun and planets like Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto, all were busy praising themselves. "I am the brightest planet," said Venus, "I am unique because I revolve from west to east, while you all revolve in the opposite direction. I am considered to be Goddess." The Earth smirked and said, "I am the only planet, which supports life and has water and an atmosphere." "I am red in colour and known as the God of War," said Mars. "I have the maximum number of satellites," said Jupiter. "I am counted amongst the biggest of planets," interrupted Saturn. Uranus said, "I am huge and green in colour. The Greeks consider me as their God and worship me." "I am blue in colour and very big. I am known as the 'Sea-God'," said Neptune. The Moon was getting irritated with the praises from all the other planets. Which planet is counted biggest amongst all the planets? |
| A. | Earth |
| B. | Saturn |
| C. | Uranus |
| D. | Neptune |
| Answer» C. Uranus | |
| 35. |
Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 1. The milkmaid and her pail A milkmaid was on her way to the market. On her head she carried a large pail of milk. As she walked along she thought of all the money she would have as soon as she sold the milk. "I shall buy hens from Farmer Brown," she thought, "and they will lay eggs every day. I will sell the eggs to the parson's wife. She will pay me well. With the money from the eggs, I will buy myself a new frock and bonnet. What colour shall they be? I think green ? a lovely green, for that colour becomes me best. When I go to market, I will wear my new clothes. All the young men will want to speak to me, of course, but I shall pretend not to see them. When they follow me, I shall walk proudly on. I'll toss my head-like this." And with that, she tossed her head. The pail slipped off from her head, and the milk spilled all over the ground. The milkmaid brought her empty pail and her sad tale home to her mother. "Ah, my daughter," said her mother, "Do not count your chickens before they are hatched." Which dress did she plan to buy? |
| A. | A blue frock and bonnet |
| B. | A green frock and bonnet |
| C. | A red frock |
| D. | A white frock |
| Answer» C. A red frock | |
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Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 1. The milkmaid and her pail A milkmaid was on her way to the market. On her head she carried a large pail of milk. As she walked along she thought of all the money she would have as soon as she sold the milk. "I shall buy hens from Farmer Brown," she thought, "and they will lay eggs every day. I will sell the eggs to the parson's wife. She will pay me well. With the money from the eggs, I will buy myself a new frock and bonnet. What colour shall they be? I think green ? a lovely green, for that colour becomes me best. When I go to market, I will wear my new clothes. All the young men will want to speak to me, of course, but I shall pretend not to see them. When they follow me, I shall walk proudly on. I'll toss my head-like this." And with that, she tossed her head. The pail slipped off from her head, and the milk spilled all over the ground. The milkmaid brought her empty pail and her sad tale home to her mother. "Ah, my daughter," said her mother, "Do not count your chickens before they are hatched." What would she buy after selling milk? |
| A. | Hens from Farmer Brown. |
| B. | Eggs from the parson's wife. |
| C. | A new dress. |
| D. | None of the above. |
| Answer» B. Eggs from the parson's wife. | |
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Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 1. The milkmaid and her pail A milkmaid was on her way to the market. On her head she carried a large pail of milk. As she walked along she thought of all the money she would have as soon as she sold the milk. "I shall buy hens from Farmer Brown," she thought, "and they will lay eggs every day. I will sell the eggs to the parson's wife. She will pay me well. With the money from the eggs, I will buy myself a new frock and bonnet. What colour shall they be? I think green ? a lovely green, for that colour becomes me best. When I go to market, I will wear my new clothes. All the young men will want to speak to me, of course, but I shall pretend not to see them. When they follow me, I shall walk proudly on. I'll toss my head-like this." And with that, she tossed her head. The pail slipped off from her head, and the milk spilled all over the ground. The milkmaid brought her empty pail and her sad tale home to her mother. "Ah, my daughter," said her mother, "Do not count your chickens before they are hatched." Where was the milkmaid going? |
| A. | To sell eggs to the parson's wife. |
| B. | To buy hens from Farmer Brown. |
| C. | To the market to sell a pail of milk. |
| D. | To the market to buy a lovely dress. |
| Answer» D. To the market to buy a lovely dress. | |
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Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 3. Fight between the planets One day, Raju slept after reading his book of geography. In dreams, Raju saw that there was a fight going on between the planets and satellites. They were fighting over who holds the most importance. The Sun and planets like Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto, all were busy praising themselves. "I am the brightest planet," said Venus, "I am unique because I revolve from west to east, while you all revolve in the opposite direction. I am considered to be Goddess." The Earth smirked and said, "I am the only planet, which supports life and has water and an atmosphere." "I am red in colour and known as the God of War," said Mars. "I have the maximum number of satellites," said Jupiter. "I am counted amongst the biggest of planets," interrupted Saturn. Uranus said, "I am huge and green in colour. The Greeks consider me as their God and worship me." "I am blue in colour and very big. I am known as the 'Sea-God'," said Neptune. The Moon was getting irritated with the praises from all the other planets. Venus is unique because it _____. |
| A. | is God |
| B. | revolves in a different direction |
| C. | is very beautiful |
| D. | none of the above |
| Answer» C. is very beautiful | |
| 39. |
Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 3. Fight between the planets One day, Raju slept after reading his book of geography. In dreams, Raju saw that there was a fight going on between the planets and satellites. They were fighting over who holds the most importance. The Sun and planets like Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto, all were busy praising themselves. "I am the brightest planet," said Venus, "I am unique because I revolve from west to east, while you all revolve in the opposite direction. I am considered to be Goddess." The Earth smirked and said, "I am the only planet, which supports life and has water and an atmosphere." "I am red in colour and known as the God of War," said Mars. "I have the maximum number of satellites," said Jupiter. "I am counted amongst the biggest of planets," interrupted Saturn. Uranus said, "I am huge and green in colour. The Greeks consider me as their God and worship me." "I am blue in colour and very big. I am known as the 'Sea-God'," said Neptune. The Moon was getting irritated with the praises from all the other planets. Who claimed to be the brightest? |
| A. | Jupiter |
| B. | Venus |
| C. | Uranus |
| D. | Mercury |
| Answer» C. Uranus | |
| 40. |
Read the following stories and answer the questions that follow: 3. Fight between the planets One day, Raju slept after reading his book of geography. In dreams, Raju saw that there was a fight going on between the planets and satellites. They were fighting over who holds the most importance. The Sun and planets like Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto, all were busy praising themselves. "I am the brightest planet," said Venus, "I am unique because I revolve from west to east, while you all revolve in the opposite direction. I am considered to be Goddess." The Earth smirked and said, "I am the only planet, which supports life and has water and an atmosphere." "I am red in colour and known as the God of War," said Mars. "I have the maximum number of satellites," said Jupiter. "I am counted amongst the biggest of planets," interrupted Saturn. Uranus said, "I am huge and green in colour. The Greeks consider me as their God and worship me." "I am blue in colour and very big. I am known as the 'Sea-God'," said Neptune. The Moon was getting irritated with the praises from all the other planets. Who were fighting and why? |
| A. | All the stars for their space. |
| B. | All planets and satellites for proving their importance. |
| C. | Raju and the planets for their positions. |
| D. | None of the above. |
| Answer» C. Raju and the planets for their positions. | |
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DIRECTIONS: Read the following passage and answer the questions that follows: PASSAGE - 2 Delhi, Dec. 23rd: In what may be called another ghastly accident, two school boys Ashish and Binu were brutally mowed down by a blueline bus operating in the Trilok Puri area. The boys who were on their way back home from school were walking down the road when a speeding bus, which had s verved from the opposite side, ran over the two boys. The boys died instantly. The crowd on the busy road immediately reacted and prevented the bus driver from making his escape. The angry mob pulled him out and beat him brutally. He is languishing in a hospital. Meanwhile, an FIR has been lodged with the local police station. The bus has been impounded and the driver's licence too has been confiscated. The SP Traffic has ordered an enquiry against the driver and the owner of the bus. The parents of the two boys are inconsolable. The word 'ghastly' has been used in the above passage which stands for |
| A. | very frightening and unpleasant |
| B. | looking or sounding like a ghost |
| C. | a small train at funfair |
| D. | unlikely to cause damage |
| Answer» B. looking or sounding like a ghost | |
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DIRECTIONS: Read the following passage and answer the questions that follows: PASSAGE - 1 The National Festivals, like the Independence Day, the Republic Day and the Gandhi Jayanti play a great part in promoting national integration. In these festivals, people belonging to all religions, castes, creeds, colours and sexes take part equally and commonly. As such they are swayed by the common feeling of unity. Similarly, the National Symbols like the National Flag, the National Anthem and the National Emblem act as a great binding force. They bind us as one nation and one country. In times of rejoicing as well as in times of crises they act as strong bonds to unite people belonging to different corners of the country. Any disrespect shown to them is regarded as disrespect to the entire nation. The word 'creed' has been used in the above passage which stands for |
| A. | covered with glue |
| B. | figure of speech |
| C. | sad and disappointed |
| D. | a set of principles or religious beliefs, people of all races. |
| Answer» E. | |
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DIRECTIONS: Read the following passage and answer the questions that follows: PASSAGE - 1 The National Festivals, like the Independence Day, the Republic Day and the Gandhi Jayanti play a great part in promoting national integration. In these festivals, people belonging to all religions, castes, creeds, colours and sexes take part equally and commonly. As such they are swayed by the common feeling of unity. Similarly, the National Symbols like the National Flag, the National Anthem and the National Emblem act as a great binding force. They bind us as one nation and one country. In times of rejoicing as well as in times of crises they act as strong bonds to unite people belonging to different corners of the country. Any disrespect shown to them is regarded as disrespect to the entire nation. Should everyone respect our National Flag? |
| A. | No, it is not necessary to respect our National Flag |
| B. | Yes, everyone should respect our National Flag |
| C. | Yes, only people belonging to political background should respect National Flag |
| D. | None of the above |
| Answer» C. Yes, only people belonging to political background should respect National Flag | |
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DIRECTION: Read the following passages below and choose the correct answers from the options. PASSAGE - 2 We started pitching the highest camp that has been ever made. Everything took five times as long as it would have taken in the place where there was enough air to breathe; but at last we got tent up, and when we crawled in, it was not too bad. There was only a light wind and inside it was not too cold for us to take off our gloves. At night most climbers take off their boots; but I prefer to keep them on. Hilary, on the other hand took his off and lain them next to his sleeping bag. When they crawled into the tent |
| A. | They took off their gloves because it was not very cold |
| B. | They could not take off their gloves because it was very cold. |
| C. | They took of their gloves though it was very cold. |
| D. | They did not take off their gloves though it was not very cold. |
| Answer» B. They could not take off their gloves because it was very cold. | |
| 45. |
DIRECTION: Read the following passages below and choose the correct answers from the options. PASSAGE - 2 We started pitching the highest camp that has been ever made. Everything took five times as long as it would have taken in the place where there was enough air to breathe; but at last we got tent up, and when we crawled in, it was not too bad. There was only a light wind and inside it was not too cold for us to take off our gloves. At night most climbers take off their boots; but I prefer to keep them on. Hilary, on the other hand took his off and lain them next to his sleeping bag. What does the expression "pitching the highest camp" imply? |
| A. | They reached the summit of the highest mountain in the world. |
| B. | Those who climbed that far earlier did not pitch any camp. |
| C. | So far nobody climbed that high. |
| D. | They were too many climbers and needed to pitch a big camp |
| Answer» D. They were too many climbers and needed to pitch a big camp | |
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DIRECTIONS: Read the following poem carefully and choose the correct option to answer the questions that follow.POEM - 1I lay in sorrow, deep distressed:My grief a proud man heard;His looks were cold, he gave me goldBut not a kindly word.My sorrow passed-I paid him backThe gold he gave to me;Then stood erect and spoke my thanksAnd blessed his Charity.I lay in want, in grief and pahi:A poor man passed my way;He bound my head he gave me breadHe watched me night and day.How shall I pay him back again,For all he did to meOh, gold is great, but greater farIs heavenly Sympathy!Which word in the poem means "giving money to a person who is in need"? |
| A. | charity |
| B. | sympathy |
| C. | kindness |
| D. | distress |
| Answer» B. sympathy | |
| 47. |
DIRECTIONS: Read the following poem carefully and choose the correct option to answer the questions that follow.POEM - 2The grass so little has to do,A sphere of simple green,With only butterflies to brood,And bees to entertain,And stir all day to pretty tunesThe breezes fetch along,And hold the sunshine in its lapAnd bow to everything;And thread the dews all night, like pearls,And make itself so fine, -A duchess were too commonFor such a noticing.And even when it dies,to pass In odors so divine,As lowly spices gone to sleep,Or amulets of pine.And then to dwell in sovereign barns,And dream the days away, -The grass so little has to do,I wish I were the hay!The speaker writes that the grasses stir in the breezes. What is the meaning of stir here? |
| A. | "to mix" |
| B. | "to move" |
| C. | "to make a lot of noise" |
| D. | "to notice" |
| Answer» C. "to make a lot of noise" | |
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DIRECTIONS: Read the following poem carefully and choose the correct option to answer the questions that follow.POEM - 2The grass so little has to do,A sphere of simple green,With only butterflies to brood,And bees to entertain,And stir all day to pretty tunesThe breezes fetch along,And hold the sunshine in its lapAnd bow to everything;And thread the dews all night, like pearls,And make itself so fine, -A duchess were too commonFor such a noticing.And even when it dies,to pass In odors so divine,As lowly spices gone to sleep,Or amulets of pine.And then to dwell in sovereign barns,And dream the days away, -The grass so little has to do,I wish I were the hay!Why does the speaker probably compare the dews to pearls? |
| A. | because both are small and round |
| B. | because both can be found in barns |
| C. | because both can be worn |
| D. | because both are green |
| Answer» B. because both can be found in barns | |
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DIRECTIONS: Read the following poem carefully and choose the correct option to answer the questions that follow.POEM - 2The grass so little has to do,A sphere of simple green,With only butterflies to brood,And bees to entertain,And stir all day to pretty tunesThe breezes fetch along,And hold the sunshine in its lapAnd bow to everything;And thread the dews all night, like pearls,And make itself so fine, -A duchess were too commonFor such a noticing.And even when it dies,to pass In odors so divine,As lowly spices gone to sleep,Or amulets of pine.And then to dwell in sovereign barns,And dream the days away, -The grass so little has to do,I wish I were the hay!Why does the speaker probably wish she were the hay? |
| A. | She is a duchess. |
| B. | She likes the smell of grass. |
| C. | She has many things to do. |
| D. | She had a dream about the grass. |
| Answer» E. | |
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DIRECTIONS: Read the following poem carefully and choose the correct option to answer the questions that follow.POEM - 1I lay in sorrow, deep distressed:My grief a proud man heard;His looks were cold, he gave me goldBut not a kindly word.My sorrow passed-I paid him backThe gold he gave to me;Then stood erect and spoke my thanksAnd blessed his Charity.I lay in want, in grief and pahi:A poor man passed my way;He bound my head he gave me breadHe watched me night and day.How shall I pay him back again,For all he did to meOh, gold is great, but greater farIs heavenly Sympathy!Which of the following statements is not true? |
| A. | The poet repaid his debt to the proud man by taking him. |
| B. | The poor man blessed the charity of the poet. |
| C. | The poor man gave food to the poet and took care of him day and night. |
| D. | He took the poet home and bound his head which was hurt |
| Answer» C. The poor man gave food to the poet and took care of him day and night. | |