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1.

A sentence has four parts, rearrange the given parts so as to form a meaningful sentence.A: oversees groundwater extraction has just six employees,B: enforce the law in this sprawling city.C: In Bangalore, the governmental department thatD: and thus no earthly way to monitor and

A. CADB
B. CDAB
C. CBDA
D. CDBA
Answer» B. CDAB
2.

A sentence has four parts, rearrange the given parts so as to form a meaningful sentence.A: A day to celebrate all fathersB: what began as one woman’sC: tribute to her dad, turnedD: into a life-long mission for

A. ADBC
B. BCDA
C. BDCA
D. ABCD
Answer» C. BDCA
3.

Match the words with their meanings.a. forage 1. hitb. stretch 2. searchc. whack 3. draw out

A. a-2, b-3, c-1
B. a-1, b-3, c-2
C. a-3, b-2, c-1
D. a-2, b-1, c-3
Answer» B. a-1, b-3, c-2
4.

Directions: The question below consists of a set of labeled sentences. Out of the four options given, select the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.P: growing cities in theQ: rated as oneR: Mumbai has beenS: world at the momentT: of the fastest

A. PSRTQ
B. QSRPT
C. RQPST
D. RQTPS
E. None of the above.
Answer» E. None of the above.
5.

Directions: Question contains a paragraph of 6 sentences. The first and the sixth sentences are given in the beginning and end and numbered 1 and 6 respectively. The four sentences in the middle are jumbled and labeled P, Q, R, and S. You must identify the proper order of these four sentences.1. After the break, play began for the second half of the match.P. But they were soon driven back by the Australian team.Q. The German team came into attacking mode and attacked the opposition, Australia.R. As he scored the third goal, which ensured the victory, the crowd erupted with joy.S. The center-forward of the Australian team skilfully took the ball and rushed into the D.6. Many excited spectators whistled and jumped in their seats.Select the code for the correct sequence from the options given below.

A. P, Q, R, S
B. Q, P, S, R
C. S, R, Q, P
D. R, Q, S, P
Answer» C. S, R, Q, P
6.

Our earth's _______ is becoming

A. soil
B. surface
C. globe
D. atmosphere
Answer» E.
7.

Consumerism is defined in the passage as:

A. It is one of the factors in marketing mix.
B. Consumerism is a negative outcome of a globalized economy.
C. Consumerism is an influence on consumer’s attitude and behavior
D. Equating personal happiness with material possessions.
Answer» E.
8.

In the following question, there are six parts marked S1, S6, P, Q, R, and S.The positions of S1 and S6 are fixed. Some parts of the sentence have been jumbled up. Rearrange these parts and choose the proper sequence from the given options.(S1) Two gamecocks were fiercely fighting for the mastery of the farmyard.(P) The vanquished cock skulked away and hid in a quiet corner(Q) An eagle sailing through the air pounced upon him and carried him off in his talons(R) One, at last, put the other to flight(S) While the conqueror, flying up to a high wall, flapped his wings and crowed exultingly with all his might(S6) The vanquished cock immediately came out of his corner and ruled henceforth with undisputed mastery.

A. RSQP
B. SQPR
C. PSQR
D. RPSQ
Answer» E.
9.

A text-book:

A. controls language learning.
B. motivates the students.
C. teaches what a student needs.
D. is an inexpensive tool of learning.
Answer» D. is an inexpensive tool of learning.
10.

'Our social and economic goal'Part of speech of the underlined word is

A. Interjection
B. Conjunction
C. Pronoun
D. Determiner
Answer» C. Pronoun
11.

According to the author, what should flag-bearers of ancient traditions do?

A. They should spare people from reading their grammatically incorrect English.
B. They should stop writing open letters, tweets and trolls.
C. They should adhere to traditional ways completely.
D. They should keep the flag of traditions held high.
Answer» D. They should keep the flag of traditions held high.
12.

Given below are four jumbled sentences. Select the option that gives their correct order.A. During the celebration, many people display a set of ornamental dolls known as 'Hina' dolls.B. Hinamat suri is a celebration of the girls in Japan wishing them a bright future.C. These royal-looking dolls are dressed in the clothing of the Heian period.D. These dolls represent the Emperor, Empress and other royal representatives.

A. ACBD
B. DBAC
C. CDBA
D. BADC
Answer» E.
13.

According to the passage, which of the following cannot be inferred the passage?

A. 3000 years ago, Toltec people cultivated cacao
B. Aztec people used cacao beans only for food
C. The Mayas regarded the cocoa to be holy
D. All of these
Answer» C. The Mayas regarded the cocoa to be holy
14.

According to the author, why should one study?

A. To gather information about the world
B. To pass the time in a creative way
C. For pleasure, enhanced capability and holistic growth
D. To become only worldly wise
Answer» D. To become only worldly wise
15.

How did Zeus bring back his siblings?

A. by making Kronos vomit the swallowed children
B. by worshipping the sanctuary of Apollo
C. by reviving them with an elixir
D. by challenging and slaying Crius
Answer» B. by worshipping the sanctuary of Apollo
16.

Directions: In this section each item consists of six sentences of a passage. The first and the sixth sentences are given as S 1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each have been jumbled up and labelled P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequences of the four sentences and mark your response accordingly on the Answer Sheet.S1: The giant wall of the Dhauladhar range in Himachal Pradesh is one of the most stunning sights in the Himalayas.P: As the life line of the region it acts as a watershed ridge between Chamba's Ravi river system and Kangra's Beas river system.Q: Although of modest altitude com­pared to other Himalayan ranges - the highest Dhauladhar peak is less than 5,000 m.R: Thus, the Dhauladhar could be stated as the life line of the region.S: Despite of that, the range sweeps up an astounding 12,000 ft. from the valley floor, creating a barrier wall in that is striking to look at.S6: Looming over the hill stations of Dharmsala and McLeodganj, the Dhauladhar is a popular trekking destination.

A. Q R P S
B. S P Q R
C. Q S R P
D. R Q S P
Answer» D. R Q S P
17.

Each of the basic competencies needs

A. Exclusivity
B. Situational contingency
C. Inter-relation with other steps
D. A different approach in acquiring it
Answer» E.
18.

Against which country, the U-19 Cricket match semi final got much hyped in India?

A. Pakistan
B. Australia
C. Bangladesh
D. Zimbabwe
Answer» B. Australia
19.

Directions: Given below are four sentences in jumbled order. Pick the option that gives their correct order.A. He had lost his leg in an accident five years back.B. With that accident, his dream of becoming the next Carl Lewis had been shattered forever.C. In place of his left leg was a wooden stump.D. Vikas sat up and removed the bed sheet that was covering his leg.

A. DCAB
B. ACDB
C. BCAD
D. CDAB
Answer» B. ACDB
20.

________ Investor confidence and stops economic growth of the business

A. Enhances
B. Damages
C. Shocks
D. Exfoliates
Answer» C. Shocks
21.

Ourselves which may ultimately result in ____ failure.

A. One’s
B. There
C. His
D. Our
Answer» E.
22.

On the basis of the above passage, the following assumptions have been made:1. Processed probiotic foods are a solution to treat children suffering from malnutrition due to immature gut bacteria composition.2. The babies of malnourished mothers generally tend to be malnourished.Which of the above assumptions is/are valid?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» C. Both 1 and 2
23.

In which city were 100 men employed to tend to 700 lamps?

A. London
B. Lille
C. Amsterdam
D. Leipzig
Answer» E.
24.

Choose the correct option:"Snuffed out" in the passage means -

A. encourgaed
B. killed
C. incited
D. persuaded
Answer» C. incited
25.

According to the passage, which of the following best describes the word 'gear'?

A. An equipment used for driving
B. A machine part
C. A toothed wheel
D. A device for protecting a personnel
Answer» E.
26.

Given below are four jumbled sentences. Pick the option that gives their correct order.A. Hotels will refund guests if it rains.B. Only one thing can spoil those idyllic holiday plans: rain.C. Hordes of tourists visit the Italian seaside with dreams of dipping into cobalt-blue waters and sunbathing for hours under the glorious skies.D. But, beginning this month, the Italian island of Elba, off the coast of Tuscany, started offering tourists an unexpected guarantee.

A. CADB
B. CBDA
C. BDAC
D. DCBA
Answer» C. BDAC
27.

Match the words in List - I with their meanings in List - IIList - IList - IIA. uniquei. deserving attentionB. impressiveii. moving quicklyC. zoomingiii. to cause to sleep or restD. idoliv. very special or unusualE. lullv. greatly loved person vi. showing emotions

A. A-iv, B-i, C-ii, D-v, E-iii
B. A-v, B-i, C-ii, D-vi, E-iii
C. A-iv, B-ii, C-i, D-iii, E-v
D. A-v, B-i, C-iii, D-v, E-i
Answer» B. A-v, B-i, C-ii, D-vi, E-iii
28.

India's food production between 1951 and 1995 grew nearly

A. five times
B. four times
C. three times
D. two times
Answer» C. three times
29.

At present, kitchen gardens are appreciated __________.

A. to have competition and rest
B. to rest and beauty care in garden
C. for their beauty and their use in healthcare
D. supply the medicines to market
Answer» D. supply the medicines to market
30.

It can be inferred from the passage that this year’s fire in Australia is mostly a result of:

A. a lightning strike
B. a result of an extraordinarily hot and dry spell
C. a deliberate attempt to put the forests on fire
D. an accidental spark in the jungle
Answer» C. a deliberate attempt to put the forests on fire
31.

‘“Let’s see,” and reclined on the easy chair with a newspaper in his hands’. What did thisindicate about Dadaji?

A. Dadaji would lose his temper badly.
B. Dadaji did not care what was happening in the house.
C. Dadaji was easy to please.
D. Dadaji gave in to someone’s argument.
Answer» E.
32.

From the passage, which of the following statements is most likely to be correct?

A. Women live longer than men because they can resist diseases better than men
B. Monotonous living conditions make women stronger than men
C. All women are incapable of running, jumping and doing physical labour because they are not strong
D. Statistically speaking, most women live longer than most men
Answer» B. Monotonous living conditions make women stronger than men
33.

How do people in Shani Shingnapur maintain their privacy?

A. They use door frames for entrances.
B. Plywood is used at the bottom half of entrance.
C. Latches are installed in the entrance.
D. Curtains are sometimes used.
Answer» E.
34.

According to the passage why do mustard plants send signals?

A. To survive in extreme climates
B. To prepare against attack
C. To keep themselves fresh and hydrated
D. To avoid losing their moisture
Answer» C. To keep themselves fresh and hydrated
35.

Each of the following items in this section consists of a sentence the parts of which have been jumbled. These parts have been labelled P, Q, R and S. Given below each sentence are four sequences namely (a), (b), (c) and (d). You are required to re-arrange the jumbled parts of the sentence and mark your response accordingly.Man isA biological being (P) his physical and material needs (Q) confined to (R) not merely (S)The proper sequence should be

A. Q P S R
B. Q S R P
C. P Q S R
D. P S R Q
Answer» E.
36.

Consider the following statements :According to the author, India's economy has grown but there is no room for complacency as1. Growth eradicates poverty.2. Growth has resulted in prosperity for all.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer» E.
37.

Kafka never married whom had he devoted all his life to?

A. His girlfriends
B. His scare
C. His vocabulary
D. His writings
Answer» E.
38.

Despite the new medicine’s ______________ in treating diabetes, it is not _____________widely.

A. effectiveness --- prescribed
B. availability --- used
C. prescription --- available
D. acceptance --- proscribed
Answer» B. availability --- used
39.

John Thomas, an _____ writer, passed away in 2018.

A. eminent
B. dominant
C. imminent
D. prominent
Answer» D. prominent
40.

Directions: In this section, each item consists of six sentences of a passage. The first and the sixth sentences are given as S 1 and S6. The middle four sentences in each have been jumbled up and labelled P, Q, R and S. You are required to find the proper sequences of the four sentences and mark your response accordingly on the Answer Sheet.S1: It is doubtful if mankind, through­out his long history, has ever lived at all 'sustainably'.P: But in general mankind has regarded the environment as an endless 'resource' to be exploited and plundered.Q: Maybe a few isolated tribal groups finding the necessary balance with nature lived without the desire for endless 'more'.R: Now we have reached a point where we are on the verge of destroying ourselves and most of the life on earth.S: This process has accelerated greatly since the industrial revolution.S6: The concept of 'sustainable' is so far from reality that it is almost laughable.

A. P Q R S
B. Q P S R
C. P Q S R
D. S R Q P
Answer» C. P Q S R
41.

He was the undisputed father of India’s missile program means

A. People had doubts about his calibre
B. His technical knowledge was questionable
C. He was a product of India’s missile program
D. He was the pioneer of India’s missile program
Answer» E.
42.

Most species of butterflies are pollinators and scavengers. Therefore

A. They play a changing role in the ecological system, as compared to ants.
B. They handle most of the terrestrial system
C. They are well known in taxonomy
D. They fill only a few eco-friendly spaces
Answer» E.
43.

In which year he was appointed as Vice-Chancellor at Banaras Hindu University?

A. 1931
B. 1936
C. 1939
D. 1942
Answer» D. 1942
44.

Pictographs are used in Olympic games because:

A. they can transcend languages and convey information effectively
B. they can help to navigate computer systems
C. they are the main medium of written communication
D. they can be redesigned for each set of games
Answer» B. they can help to navigate computer systems
45.

Complete the paragraph given below:The Survey notes that India’s healthcare policy must continue focusing on its ___________________. It notes that countries with more fragmented health systems tend to have lower performance as reflected in higher costs, lower efficiency, and poor quality.

A. responsibility towards commercial banks
B. groups have to be creative
C. by reminding them of the
D. were passing bills on environmental issues
E. long-term healthcare priorities
Answer» F.
46.

Baconian liberal education is

A. A lofty and ideal fantasy
B. Instrumental in acing human beings rue over their destiny
C. An engagement with the intricacies of the day today life
D. Equivalent to ancient ideas of sublimity
Answer» D. Equivalent to ancient ideas of sublimity
47.

_________ are basically the reason for developing a fear in the child's mind.

A. Parents
B. Over-cautious mothers
C. Fathers
D. Uncles
Answer» C. Fathers
48.

"...as well a touching inducement to marry." - Here inducement means

A. agreement
B. invocation
C. reminder
D. encouragement
Answer» E.
49.

Each of the following items in this section consists of a sentence, parts of which have been jumbled. These parts have been labelled as P, Q, R and S. You are required to re-arrange the jumbled parts of the sentence and mark your response accordingly.brought on by destructive pests /(P) humans have suffered /(Q) frustration and food losses /(R) since earliest times /(S)

A. S P Q R
B. Q R S P
C. S Q R P
D. R S Q P
Answer» D. R S Q P
50.

In older days wars were means to show

A. Miseries of destruction
B. Personal heroism and physical power
C. Material resourses and power of science
D. Civil and military population
Answer» C. Material resourses and power of science