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1.

The wound sustained by the soldier can cause serious problems and he needs to see a doctor immediately. I. The athlete gets wound up before every match. II. A lot of blood has been lost due to the deep wound; the patient needs immediate blood transfusion. III. The hooligan finally wound up in a maximum security prison when his lawyer could not argue his case properly.

A. Only I and II
B. Only II and III
C. Only I and III
D. All I, II and III
E. Only II
Answer» D. All I, II and III
Discussion
2.

You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear. I. My uncle told me to sow the seeds in a single row as it would be easier to handles the plants later. II. My nephew was amazed to see the plump sow in the pig farm; he had never seen one before. III. The tailor had sewn the shirt deftly and it bore the mark of a true artiste.

A. Only I and III
B. Only II
C. Only I and II
D. Only II and III
E. All I, II and III
Answer» B. Only II
Discussion
3.

The despotic king had to finally relinquish his right to the throne when his subjects came to the streets and denied to accept him as their king. I. The professor gave a lecture on the subject for about an hour, but none of his students seemed to have understood an iota of what he spoke. II. Your final joining in our organization is subject to your successful medical test and police verification. III. The young recruit was subjected to rigorous training of about eight hours daily for about three months straight.

A. Only I
B. Only II and III
C. Only III and I
D. All I, II and III
E. Only III
Answer» E. Only III
Discussion
4.

The brave woman used her presence of mind and foiled the armed robbery. I. Your tin foil hat won’t save you if the government really wants to spy on you. II. The treacherous plan of the brainwashed pilot was foiled when an anonymous person alerted the police about his intentions. III. Many a time, aluminum foil is used as covering for many sweetmeats, and the customers should be aware not to eat it by mistake.

A. Only I
B. Only II
C. Only III
D. Only I and II
E. Only I and III
Answer» F.
Discussion
5.

The nun was wrapped tightly in a white mantle that cloaked her from the cold winter breeze. I. After your father’s demise, you have to assume his mantle of carrying forward the sacred tradition. II. The hawk was feeding on its prey while mantling over it with its wide wings. III. The geologists inspected the mantle of the Earth in the polar region and made a new discovery that changed our perception of earth’s construction completely.

A. Only I
B. Only II
C. Only III
D. Only I and III
E. All I, II and III
Answer» F.
Discussion
6.

The medley of surprise results proved that cricket willcontinueto evolve and challenge its own hierarchies.

A. The medley of surprise results proved that cricket will sustainto evolve and challenge its own hierarchies.
B. The medley of surprise results proved that cricket will cease to evolve and challenge its own hierarchies.
C. The medley of surprise results proved that cricket will persistto evolve and challenge its own hierarchies.
D. The medley of surprise results proved that cricket will remainto evolve and challenge its own hierarchies.
E. All of the above
Answer» C. The medley of surprise results proved that cricket will persistto evolve and challenge its own hierarchies.
Discussion
7.

Yesterday afternoon came with a surprise when Pak helicopterinfringedinto Indian air-boundary.

A. Yesterday afternoon came with a surprise when Pak helicopter invadedinto Indian air-boundary.
B. Yesterday afternoon came with a surprise when Pak helicopter flew into Indian air-boundary.
C. Yesterday afternoon came with a surprise when Pak helicopter impinged into Indian air-boundary.
D. Yesterday afternoon came with a surprise when Pak helicopter trespassed into Indian air-boundary.
E. None of the above
Answer» F.
Discussion
8.

A more robust approach in addressing the widening CAD would be to institute wide-ranging measures toboostexports.

A. A more robust approach in addressing the widening CAD would be to institute wide-ranging measures to impede exports.
B. A more robust approach in addressing the widening CAD would be to institute wide-ranging measures to progress exports.
C. A more robust approach in addressing the widening CAD would be to institute wide-ranging measures to magnify exports.
D. A more robust approach in addressing the widening CAD would be to institute wide-ranging measures to upliftexports.
E. None of the above
Answer» B. A more robust approach in addressing the widening CAD would be to institute wide-ranging measures to progress exports.
Discussion
9.

They haveremovedprovisions related to adultery in the Indian Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure.

A. They have abolished provisions related to adultery in the Indian Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure.
B. They have eliminated provisions related to adultery in the Indian Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure.
C. They have incorporatedprovisions related to adultery in the Indian Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure.
D. They have excludedprovisions related to adultery in the Indian Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure.
E. None of the above
Answer» D. They have excludedprovisions related to adultery in the Indian Penal Code and the Code of Criminal Procedure.
Discussion
10.

The majority held that the devotees of Lord Ayyappa do not constitute aseparatereligious denomination.

A. The majority held that the devotees of Lord Ayyappa do not constitute a disembodied religious denomination.
B. The majority held that the devotees of Lord Ayyappa do not constitute a united religious denomination.
C. The majority held that the devotees of Lord Ayyappa do not constitute a divided religious denomination.
D. The majority held that the devotees of Lord Ayyappa do not constitute a sovereign religious denomination.
E. None of the above
Answer» C. The majority held that the devotees of Lord Ayyappa do not constitute a divided religious denomination.
Discussion
11.

Over-optimisticbankers and (A)/slowdownin government decison-making process(B)/contributedto the(C)/mountingbad loans.(D)

A. A- sanguine
B. B- retardation
C. C - lead
D. D - rising
E. None of the above
Answer» F.
Discussion
12.

Withheavyrains in(A)/mostparts of the state(B)/ Kharifsowinghas been (C)/ mostencouragingthis year.(D)

A. A- hefty
B. B- greater
C. C - harvesting
D. D - promising
E. None of the above
Answer» D. D - promising
Discussion
13.

Vistara world willintroduce(A)/ a livemovingmap(B)/ display thatallows(C)/ passengers totracktheir aircraft.(D)

A. A- initiate
B. B- dynamic
C. C - quashes
D. D - trail
E. None of the above
Answer» D. D - trail
Discussion
14.

The army willcontinueto (A)/monitortheperformance of(B)/ all the athletes andprepare(C)/ them for theimminentgames.(D)

A. A- persist
B. B- surveil
C. C - inculcate
D. D - foregone
E. None of the above
Answer» E. None of the above
Discussion
15.

The cartoontriggerred(A)/ widespreadallegations(B)/ ofracism(C)/againstthe illustrator.(D)

A. A- stimulated
B. B- acclaim
C. C - xenophobia
D. D - versus
E. All of the above
Answer» C. C - xenophobia
Discussion
16.

Decipher

A. Introvert: Intentional
B. Interpret: Distort
C. Mocking: Taunting
D. Rash: Sudden
E. None of the above
Answer» C. Mocking: Taunting
Discussion
17.

Vulnerable I. The students were in a vulnerable position since they did not have any other alternative. II. The new home is meant for vulnerable youths and adults who are in need of love and care. III. Sachin Tendulkar saw India off from that vulnerable position to a thumping victory over the world champion Australia in the Tri-nation tournament.

A. Both I and III
B. Only III
C. Both II and III
D. Only II
E. All the above
Answer» F.
Discussion
18.

Subscribe I. They decided to subscribe to the new magazine instead of the famous and popular one in the market. II. We are of the opinion that we cannot subscribe to the new theory III. I decided to subscribe to him since he is my superior.

A. Only I
B. Only II
C. Both I and II
D. Both I and III
E. All the above
Answer» D. Both I and III
Discussion
19.

Scale I. The government is planning a new salary scale for all professors of universities run by the UP government. II. We cannot track them in the mortal world until they use a substantial scale of magic. III. No one could have foreseen the scale of the disaster

A. Only II
B. Only I and II
C. Only III
D. Only I and III
E. All are correct
Answer» E. All are correct
Discussion
20.

Square I. Mr. Batra wanted to make sure we were square with the court's decision and not subject to a lawsuit. II. After the party, Mohan and Meera decided to square up the bill. III. We had been as square with the Startup as any Venture Capitalist could be.

A. Only II
B. Only I and II
C. Only I and III
D. Only I
E. All are correct
Answer» F.
Discussion
21.

Bolt I. A bolt of lightning pierced the angry black clouds, and Ms. Nirahika moved away from the edge of the porch. II. Seeing an unidentified figure in the dark, all the kids bolted down the stairs. III. A surge in the crowd behind him bolted him forwards.

A. Only I
B. Only I and III
C. Only I and II
D. Only III
E. All are correct
Answer» D. Only III
Discussion
22.

Commission I. He now sits on a medicalcommissionas well as an expert panel to discuss the ill-effects of the medicine. II. Mozart at last received acommissionto write an opera. III. Typically, when aircrafts fly into headwindscommission, they consume more fuel.

A. Only I
B. Only II and III
C. Only III
D. Only II and I
E. Only II
Answer» E. Only II
Discussion
23.

Headwind I. The police gotheadwindof the illegal drug deal and caught the criminals. II. Power-plant construction is facingheadwindsin the U.S. as renewable energy projects and slack demand throw the economics of new generators into question. III. IndiGo cited heavyheadwindwhich led to off-loading of some of the checked-in baggage.

A. Only II
B. Only III
C. Only I
D. Only II and I
E. Only II and III
Answer» F.
Discussion
24.

Season I. The customer requested the Chef toseasonthe chicken with mixed herbs before roasting it in the oven. II. The river flowed aimlessly off theseasontowards the city. III. During this Olympicseason, you may hear from announcers, critics, commentators and even athletes that the Olympic Games are too commercial.

A. Only III
B. Only III and I
C. Only III and II
D. Only II and I
E. Only II and III
Answer» C. Only III and II
Discussion
25.

Tender I. The online system enables people to download thetenderschedule free of cost and place bids. II. Having worked on various cases, the detectivetenderedhis resignation to the agency in order to pursue music. III. Monthly millions of dollars are arriving in the country to schedule thetender.

A. Only II
B. Only I
C. Only III and I
D. Only II and I
E. Only III
Answer» E. Only III
Discussion
26.

Pupil I. The photographer focused the camerapupilon the magnificent skyline. II. Numerous studies have revealed that dilatedpupilsare caused due to recreational drug overdose. III. Though the commissioner had reached new heights, he always regarded himself as apupilof the headmaster.

A. Only I and II
B. Only II and III
C. Only II
D. Only I
E. Only III
Answer» C. Only II
Discussion
27.

Peace I. The Gautam Buddha achieved mental peace once he had attained the Nirvana and it is very important that we all achieve the same state to be happy in life. II. Though he was in love with her, he never failed to give her a peace of his mind in certain situations. III. If parents are unable to control their children, they are not going to have peace of mind in their final days.

A. Both II and III
B. Both I and III
C. Only II
D. Both I and II
E. All the above
Answer» C. Only II
Discussion
28.

Capital I. Many countries have done away with the capital punishment because it has been experienced that it is not helping the cause at all. II. Though he did not have enough capital during the initial days of his business he still continued with the same vigor and that is why he is now so successful. III. The capital was decorated pompously during the occasion of the Independence day but the poverty stricken country failed to emulate the same in other places.

A. Both II and III
B. Both I and II
C. Only III
D. Both I and III
E. All the above
Answer» F.
Discussion
29.

Accomplished I. He is such an accomplished striker that he does not need anybody to give him pass from the midfield as he can create goals for himself. II. It is an accomplished fact that the Sun always rises in the east and sets in the west. III. The whole job was accomplished well within time and that is why the students got appreciation from the Principal as well.

A. Only I
B. Both I and II
C. Only III
D. Both I and III
E. All of the above
Answer» E. All of the above
Discussion
30.

Cast I. When she hadcastaside all the clothes she couldn't wear, there was a lot of room for many other things in her closet. II. The new blockbuster has a very popular cast including Martin Freeman. III. The ship's sail cast a shadow in the water, much like a pale monster lurking just beneath the surface of the water.

A. Only I
B. Only I and III
C. Only I and II
D. Only III
E. All are correct
Answer» F.
Discussion
31.

Change I. Social structures willchange soon enough and the purpose of education will finally be to learn to reason and find one's passion. II. The negotiations would lead to a change of lands between the parties in the presence of the judge to put an end to the dispute. III. I asked the conductor to keep the change because I despise carrying loose coins in my purse.

A. Only I
B. Only I and III
C. Only I and II
D. Only III
E. All are correct
Answer» C. Only I and II
Discussion
32.

The upper castes'protest (A)/ over the recent amendment(B)/ in SC/ST Act has drawn(C)/ lines of worry on BJP's forehead.(D)

A. A- acquiesce
B. B- latest
C. C - exerted
D. D - anxiety
E. All of the above
Answer» B. B- latest
Discussion
33.

Shah lambasted Congress (A)/ statingthat Congress is (B)/ resisting the move to(C)/ safeguard its vote-bank. (D)

A. A- condemned
B. B- uttering
C. C - heeding
D. D - secure
E. All of the above
Answer» D. D - secure
Discussion
34.

The RBI will do everything(A)/ to ensure that(B)/ rupee does not depreciate(C)/ to the unreasonable levels. (D)

A. A- nothing
B. B- gainsay
C. C - leap
D. D - legitimate
E. All of the above
Answer» F.
Discussion
35.

The government revealed that (A)/ it had initiateda move (B)/ toamendthe(C)/ RTI Act two years ago. (D)

A. A- disclosed
B. B- consummated
C. C - modify
D. D - before
E. All of the above
Answer» C. C - modify
Discussion
36.

The dearth of water (A)/ has resulted into (B)/ mediocreproduction in(C)/ some regions of Rajasthan. (D)

A. A- abundance
B. B- developed
C. C - average
D. D - a few
E. All of the above
Answer» B. B- developed
Discussion
37.

Waste volumes continue to grow as economic growth A) spurs B) controls consumption. The laws on municipal solid waste, protection of water sources and pollution control are just not being A) enforced B) distributed. The official machinery required to enforce legal provisions vigorously, and the infrastructure to manage waste scientifically are A) utilizing B) inadequate, making it unlikely that there will be significant public health outcomes flowing from high-profile cleaning campaigns. Without full A) confirmation B) commitment to these aspects of development, there is little chance of meaningfully achieving the Sustainable Development Goals on water and sanitation anytime soon. Besides ending manual scavenging, the Swachh Bharat Mission must A) ensure B) experience that the manual cleaning of septic tanks, which is killing so many workers each year, is stopped and that funds for rehabilitation reach them.

A. ABBBB
B. AABBA
C. ABABA
D. BBABA
E. BABAB
Answer» C. ABABA
Discussion
38.

Within months of announcing A) gratuitous B) generous hikes in the minimum support price (MSP) for several crops in the kharif summer season, the NDA government on Wednesday approved an increase in the MSP offered for rabi crops. These increases A) mark B) maximize a sharp change from the cautious approach adopted by the Narendra Modi government in raising MSPs during the first half of its tenure. The latest hikes are generous, even if they are A) moderate B) tremendous compared to those fixed for the kharif crop. By way of A) comparison B) connotation, the highest increase over the previous kharif season’s MSP was 52.5% for the cereal ragi. Now the highest season-on-season A) height B) hike for the rabi crops is 20.6% for safflower.

A. ABABB
B. BAAAB
C. ABABA
D. BABAA
E. None of the above
Answer» C. ABABA
Discussion
39.

The Nobel Prize for Chemistry this year is a A) tribute B) retribution to the power of evolution. The laureates A) hated B) harnessed evolution and used it in the laboratory with amazing results. Frances H. Arnold, an American who was given one-half of the prize, used ‘directed evolution’ to A) synthesize B) called variants of naturally occurring enzymes that could be used to manufacture biofuels and pharmaceuticals. The other half went to George P. Smith, also of the U.S., and Sir Gregory P. Winter, from the U.K., who evolved antibodies to A) combat B) confuse autoimmune diseases and even metastatic cancer through a process called phage display. The prizes reaffirm the A) execution B) importance of the concept of evolution in our understanding of life as among the most profound of forces we are exposed to.

A. AABBA
B. ABABB
C. ABAAB
D. BABBB
E. AAAAA
Answer» D. BABBB
Discussion
40.

The Reserve Bank of India pulled a A) statistics B) surprise on the markets on Friday by keeping its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 6.5%. The decision to stand pat comes even as the central bank A) changed B) categorized its policy stance from “neutral” to “calibrated tightening”, indicating that rates could either go up or stay steady in the coming months. The A) consensus B) determination on the street was that the RBI would raise rates by at least 25 basis points to support the rupee, with some even predicting a hike of 50 basis points. Not surprisingly, the rupee A) rectified B) weakened past the 74-mark to the U.S. dollar for the first time ever after the news of the RBI holding rates steady hit the markets. Stocks, which have been on a downtrend since September, also took a hit on Friday while bond yields A) departed B) fell.

A. BBBAA
B. BAAAA
C. BABAA
D. BAABB
E. ABABA
Answer» E. ABABA
Discussion
41.

Rewari’s Civil Hospital is a drab; double-storey structure that A) carries B) caters to roughly 15 lakh people living in and around the district. Sitting on a wooden bench in the hospital premises, in a small park A) utilized B) littered with plastic cups, cigarette butts and polythene bags, is a frail man, mostly unnoticed by the crowd of visitors hurrying past him. In his late forties, he is a A) meagerly B) genuinely paid Physical Training Instructor at a local school. He A) augments B) moderates his modest income by training kabaddi students in his village. He fought against all odds, including the A) determined B) violently patriarchal mindset entrenched in Haryana’s culture, to fulfil the aspirations of his teenage daughter, a Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) topper in Haryana.

A. ABABA
B. BBAAB
C. AAABB
D. ABAAB
E. None of the above
Answer» C. AAABB
Discussion