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- Question 1 of 40
1. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purposes, whereas the import duty on the raw materials and components ranges from 40% to 85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on components, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty form 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e., central sales tax or state sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.
The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.
The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.
It is to be noted that India is at least 6000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody’s case that the needs of this fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6000 km away?
Then, what is it that the industry requests from the government? It wants level playing field. In field in fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognize the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country form the point of strategic and vital interests of the nation. Most important, it requests for the govt’s consideration and understanding.According to the passage, assembling imported components into machines proves ultimately
CorrectThe entire passage talks about that assembling imported components into machines is costlier than importing complete machine.
IncorrectThe entire passage talks about that assembling imported components into machines is costlier than importing complete machine.
- Question 2 of 40
2. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purposes, whereas the import duty on the raw materials and components ranges from 40% to 85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on components, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty form 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e., central sales tax or state sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.
The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.
The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.
It is to be noted that India is at least 6000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody’s case that the needs of this fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6000 km away?
Then, what is it that the industry requests from the government? It wants level playing field. In field in fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognize the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country form the point of strategic and vital interests of the nation. Most important, it requests for the govt’s consideration and understanding.According to the passage, all the following factors are responsible for high cost of Indian machines except
CorrectRefer the first paragraph of the passage.
IncorrectRefer the first paragraph of the passage.
- Question 3 of 40
3. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purposes, whereas the import duty on the raw materials and components ranges from 40% to 85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on components, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty form 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e., central sales tax or state sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.
The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.
The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.
It is to be noted that India is at least 6000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody’s case that the needs of this fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6000 km away?
Then, what is it that the industry requests from the government? It wants level playing field. In field in fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognize the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country form the point of strategic and vital interests of the nation. Most important, it requests for the govt’s consideration and understanding.If the bank rate of interest in India is made on par with that in advanced countries, the cost of manufacture of machine tools
CorrectThere can be some doubt in option (d) but it will be the correct choice only if bank rate is the only factor determining the cost of manufacture of machine tools
IncorrectThere can be some doubt in option (d) but it will be the correct choice only if bank rate is the only factor determining the cost of manufacture of machine tools
- Question 4 of 40
4. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purposes, whereas the import duty on the raw materials and components ranges from 40% to 85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on components, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty form 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e., central sales tax or state sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.
The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.
The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.
It is to be noted that India is at least 6000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody’s case that the needs of this fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6000 km away?
Then, what is it that the industry requests from the government? It wants level playing field. In field in fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognize the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country form the point of strategic and vital interests of the nation. Most important, it requests for the govt’s consideration and understanding.The availability of Indian machine tool industries’ help to small scale industry is most likely to result into
CorrectRefer the fourth sentence of the fourth paragraph “Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs.”
IncorrectRefer the fourth sentence of the fourth paragraph “Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs.”
- Question 5 of 40
5. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purposes, whereas the import duty on the raw materials and components ranges from 40% to 85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on components, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty form 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e., central sales tax or state sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.
The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.
The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.
It is to be noted that India is at least 6000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody’s case that the needs of this fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6000 km away?
Then, what is it that the industry requests from the government? It wants level playing field. In field in fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognize the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country form the point of strategic and vital interests of the nation. Most important, it requests for the govt’s consideration and understanding.Which of the following is true in the contest of the passage?
CorrectRefer the first two sentences of the third paragraph “The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times.”
IncorrectRefer the first two sentences of the third paragraph “The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times.”
- Question 6 of 40
6. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purposes, whereas the import duty on the raw materials and components ranges from 40% to 85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on components, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty form 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e., central sales tax or state sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.
The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.
The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.
It is to be noted that India is at least 6000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody’s case that the needs of this fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6000 km away?
Then, what is it that the industry requests from the government? It wants level playing field. In field in fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognize the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country form the point of strategic and vital interests of the nation. Most important, it requests for the govt’s consideration and understanding.The disparity in the quantum of machine production in India and that in other countries leads to
CorrectRefer the first sentence of the second paragraph “The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares.”
IncorrectRefer the first sentence of the second paragraph “The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares.”
- Question 7 of 40
7. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purposes, whereas the import duty on the raw materials and components ranges from 40% to 85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on components, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty form 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e., central sales tax or state sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.
The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.
The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.
It is to be noted that India is at least 6000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody’s case that the needs of this fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6000 km away?
Then, what is it that the industry requests from the government? It wants level playing field. In field in fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognize the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country form the point of strategic and vital interests of the nation. Most important, it requests for the govt’s consideration and understanding.Which of the following statement is definitely true in the context of the passage?
A. The vital role of India’s machine tool industry has not been duly recognized by the government.
B. Small scale industries’ performance can be further improved with the help from Indian machine tool industry.
C. The author of the passage has not discussed all the factors which are responsible for high cost of Indian machines.CorrectRefer the first and second paragraph of the passage.
IncorrectRefer the first and second paragraph of the passage.
- Question 8 of 40
8. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purposes, whereas the import duty on the raw materials and components ranges from 40% to 85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on components, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty form 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e., central sales tax or state sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.
The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.
The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.
It is to be noted that India is at least 6000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody’s case that the needs of this fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6000 km away?
Then, what is it that the industry requests from the government? It wants level playing field. In field in fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognize the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country form the point of strategic and vital interests of the nation. Most important, it requests for the govt’s consideration and understanding.Which of the following best explains the sentence ‘It wants a level playing field’s’ as used in the passage? The machine tool industry in India
CorrectIn reference to the last paragraph of the passage, we can infer that the phrase ‘It wants a level playing field’s’ means The machine tool industry in India needs freedom to import the desired components at a low cost.
IncorrectIn reference to the last paragraph of the passage, we can infer that the phrase ‘It wants a level playing field’s’ means The machine tool industry in India needs freedom to import the desired components at a low cost.
- Question 9 of 40
9. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purposes, whereas the import duty on the raw materials and components ranges from 40% to 85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on components, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty form 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e., central sales tax or state sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.
The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.
The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.
It is to be noted that India is at least 6000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody’s case that the needs of this fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6000 km away?
Then, what is it that the industry requests from the government? It wants level playing field. In field in fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognize the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country form the point of strategic and vital interests of the nation. Most important, it requests for the govt’s consideration and understanding.Why do small and medium scale industries look for help from India’s machine tool industry?
CorrectRefer the fourth paragraph of the passage.
IncorrectRefer the fourth paragraph of the passage.
- Question 10 of 40
10. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Today the import duty on a complete machine is 35% for all practical purposes, whereas the import duty on the raw materials and components ranges from 40% to 85%. The story does not end here. After paying such high import duties on components, once a machine is made, it suffers excise duty form 5% to 10% (including on the customs duty already paid). At the time of sale, the machine tools suffer further taxation, i.e., central sales tax or state sales taxes which range from 4% to 16%. This much for the tax angle. Another factor which pushes the cost of manufacture of machine tools is the very high rate of interest payable to banks ranging up to 22%, as against 4%-7% prevailing in advanced countries.
The production of machine tools in India being not of the same scale as it is in other countries, the price which India’s machine tools builders have to pay for components is more or less based on pattern of high pricing applicable to the prices of spares. The above represents only a few of the extraneous reasons for the high cost of Indian machines.
The machine tool industry in India has an enviable record of very quick technology absorption, assimilation and development. There are a number of success stories about how machine tool builders were of help at the most critical times. It will be a pity, in fact a tragedy, if we allow this industry to die and disappear from the scene.
It is to be noted that India is at least 6000 km away from any dependable source of supply of machine tools. The government of India has always given a great deal of importance to the development of small scale and medium scale industries. This industry has also performed pretty well. Today, they are in need of help from India’s machine tool industry to enable them to produce quality components at reduced costs. Is it anybody’s case that the needs of this fragile sector (which needs tender care) will be met from 6000 km away?
Then, what is it that the industry requests from the government? It wants level playing field. In field in fact, all of us must have a deep introspection and recognize the fact that the machine tool industry has a very special place in the country form the point of strategic and vital interests of the nation. Most important, it requests for the govt’s consideration and understanding.Which of the following inferences can be drawn from the content of the passage?
CorrectOption (d) is the inference that can be drawn for the passage.
IncorrectOption (d) is the inference that can be drawn for the passage.
- Question 11 of 40
11. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Many people believe that Science and Religion are contrary to each other. But this notation is wrong. As a matter of fact, both are complementary to each other. The aim of both these institutions is to explain different aspects of life, universe and human existence. There is no doubt that the method of science and religion are different. The method of science is observation, experimentation and experience. Science takes its recourse to progressive march towards perfection. The tools of religion are faith, institution and spoken word of the enlightened. In general, while science is inclined towards reason and rationality, spiritualism is the essence of religion.
In earlier times when man appeared on earth he was overawed at the sight of violence of powerful aspects of nature. In certain cases, usefulness of different natural objects of nature overwhelmed man. Thus, began the worship of forces of nature fire, the sun, the rivers, the rocks, the trees, the snakes, etc. The holy scriptures were written by those who had developed harmony between external nature and their inner self. Their objective was to ennoble, elevate and liberate the human spirit and mind. But the priestly class took upon itself the monopoly of scriptural knowledge and interpretation to its own advantage. Thus, whole entire human race was in chains. Truth was flouted and progressive liberal and truthful ideas, ideas expressing doubt and scepticism were suppressed and their holders punished. It was in these trying circumstances that the science emerged as a saviour of mankind. But its path was not smooth and safe. The scientists and free thinkers were tortured. This was the fate of Galileo, Copernicus, Bruno and others. But, by and by Science gained ground.Why does man worship the forces of nature?
CorrectRefer the first and second paragraph of the second paragraph “In earlier times when man appeared on earth he was overawed at the sight of violence of powerful aspects of nature. In certain cases, usefulness of different natural objects of nature overwhelmed man.”
IncorrectRefer the first and second paragraph of the second paragraph “In earlier times when man appeared on earth he was overawed at the sight of violence of powerful aspects of nature. In certain cases, usefulness of different natural objects of nature overwhelmed man.”
- Question 12 of 40
12. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Many people believe that Science and Religion are contrary to each other. But this notation is wrong. As a matter of fact, both are complementary to each other. The aim of both these institutions is to explain different aspects of life, universe and human existence. There is no doubt that the method of science and religion are different. The method of science is observation, experimentation and experience. Science takes its recourse to progressive march towards perfection. The tools of religion are faith, institution and spoken word of the enlightened. In general, while science is inclined towards reason and rationality, spiritualism is the essence of religion.
In earlier times when man appeared on earth he was overawed at the sight of violence of powerful aspects of nature. In certain cases, usefulness of different natural objects of nature overwhelmed man. Thus, began the worship of forces of nature fire, the sun, the rivers, the rocks, the trees, the snakes, etc. The holy scriptures were written by those who had developed harmony between external nature and their inner self. Their objective was to ennoble, elevate and liberate the human spirit and mind. But the priestly class took upon itself the monopoly of scriptural knowledge and interpretation to its own advantage. Thus, whole entire human race was in chains. Truth was flouted and progressive liberal and truthful ideas, ideas expressing doubt and scepticism were suppressed and their holders punished. It was in these trying circumstances that the science emerged as a saviour of mankind. But its path was not smooth and safe. The scientists and free thinkers were tortured. This was the fate of Galileo, Copernicus, Bruno and others. But, by and by Science gained ground.Which of the following statement is TRUE in the context of the passage?
CorrectRefer the fifth last sentence of the passage “It was in these trying circumstances that the science emerged as a saviour of mankind.”
IncorrectRefer the fifth last sentence of the passage “It was in these trying circumstances that the science emerged as a saviour of mankind.”
- Question 13 of 40
13. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Many people believe that Science and Religion are contrary to each other. But this notation is wrong. As a matter of fact, both are complementary to each other. The aim of both these institutions is to explain different aspects of life, universe and human existence. There is no doubt that the method of science and religion are different. The method of science is observation, experimentation and experience. Science takes its recourse to progressive march towards perfection. The tools of religion are faith, institution and spoken word of the enlightened. In general, while science is inclined towards reason and rationality, spiritualism is the essence of religion.
In earlier times when man appeared on earth he was overawed at the sight of violence of powerful aspects of nature. In certain cases, usefulness of different natural objects of nature overwhelmed man. Thus, began the worship of forces of nature fire, the sun, the rivers, the rocks, the trees, the snakes, etc. The holy scriptures were written by those who had developed harmony between external nature and their inner self. Their objective was to ennoble, elevate and liberate the human spirit and mind. But the priestly class took upon itself the monopoly of scriptural knowledge and interpretation to its own advantage. Thus, whole entire human race was in chains. Truth was flouted and progressive liberal and truthful ideas, ideas expressing doubt and scepticism were suppressed and their holders punished. It was in these trying circumstances that the science emerged as a saviour of mankind. But its path was not smooth and safe. The scientists and free thinkers were tortured. This was the fate of Galileo, Copernicus, Bruno and others. But, by and by Science gained ground.According to the passage, science and religion both
CorrectRefer the second and third last sentences of the first paragraph “Science takes its recourse to progressive march towards perfection. The tools of religion are faith, institution and spoken word of the enlightened.”
IncorrectRefer the second and third last sentences of the first paragraph “Science takes its recourse to progressive march towards perfection. The tools of religion are faith, institution and spoken word of the enlightened.”
- Question 14 of 40
14. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Many people believe that Science and Religion are contrary to each other. But this notation is wrong. As a matter of fact, both are complementary to each other. The aim of both these institutions is to explain different aspects of life, universe and human existence. There is no doubt that the method of science and religion are different. The method of science is observation, experimentation and experience. Science takes its recourse to progressive march towards perfection. The tools of religion are faith, institution and spoken word of the enlightened. In general, while science is inclined towards reason and rationality, spiritualism is the essence of religion.
In earlier times when man appeared on earth he was overawed at the sight of violence of powerful aspects of nature. In certain cases, usefulness of different natural objects of nature overwhelmed man. Thus, began the worship of forces of nature fire, the sun, the rivers, the rocks, the trees, the snakes, etc. The holy scriptures were written by those who had developed harmony between external nature and their inner self. Their objective was to ennoble, elevate and liberate the human spirit and mind. But the priestly class took upon itself the monopoly of scriptural knowledge and interpretation to its own advantage. Thus, whole entire human race was in chains. Truth was flouted and progressive liberal and truthful ideas, ideas expressing doubt and scepticism were suppressed and their holders punished. It was in these trying circumstances that the science emerged as a saviour of mankind. But its path was not smooth and safe. The scientists and free thinkers were tortured. This was the fate of Galileo, Copernicus, Bruno and others. But, by and by Science gained ground.Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE in the context of the passage?
CorrectSentence (d) is not correct as it has not been mentioned in the passage.
IncorrectSentence (d) is not correct as it has not been mentioned in the passage.
- Question 15 of 40
15. Question
Category: EnglishRead the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/ phrases have been given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
Many people believe that Science and Religion are contrary to each other. But this notation is wrong. As a matter of fact, both are complementary to each other. The aim of both these institutions is to explain different aspects of life, universe and human existence. There is no doubt that the method of science and religion are different. The method of science is observation, experimentation and experience. Science takes its recourse to progressive march towards perfection. The tools of religion are faith, institution and spoken word of the enlightened. In general, while science is inclined towards reason and rationality, spiritualism is the essence of religion.
In earlier times when man appeared on earth he was overawed at the sight of violence of powerful aspects of nature. In certain cases, usefulness of different natural objects of nature overwhelmed man. Thus, began the worship of forces of nature fire, the sun, the rivers, the rocks, the trees, the snakes, etc. The holy scriptures were written by those who had developed harmony between external nature and their inner self. Their objective was to ennoble, elevate and liberate the human spirit and mind. But the priestly class took upon itself the monopoly of scriptural knowledge and interpretation to its own advantage. Thus, whole entire human race was in chains. Truth was flouted and progressive liberal and truthful ideas, ideas expressing doubt and scepticism were suppressed and their holders punished. It was in these trying circumstances that the science emerged as a saviour of mankind. But its path was not smooth and safe. The scientists and free thinkers were tortured. This was the fate of Galileo, Copernicus, Bruno and others. But, by and by Science gained ground.According to the passage, at the present juncture, there is a need to
CorrectRefer the last paragraph of the passage.
IncorrectRefer the last paragraph of the passage.
- Question 16 of 40
16. Question
Category: EnglishEach of the following questions has a paragraph from which one sentence has been deleted. From the given options, choose the one that completes the paragraph in the most appropriate way.
Yaks live at altitudes of 2,000 to 5,000 meters above sea level and are comfortable at an average temperature below 10 degrees Celsius. A flagship species for the high rangeland ecosystem of the Himalayas, they are cold-adaptive and are rightly dubbed “shaggy barometers of climate change.” Temperature-driven shifts in wild yak grazing ranges and distribution patterns in the Tibetan Plateau, as well as changes observed in the Brokpa yak pastoral practices, are indicators of a changing climate in high Asia, researchers contend________________________________________________________. A University of Wisconsin-Madison study in 2014 found that in the eastern Tibetan Plateau, daily low temperatures have increased in the past 24 years, and daily high temperatures have increased at a rate of 5 degrees C over a period of 100 years.CorrectHere the paragraph discusses the temperature shifts of the Himalayan yak range. The sentences before the blank talks about the climate change in high Asia as there are changes in pastoral practices, grazing ranges and pastoral practices whereas sentences after the blank talks about the study about the rise in temperatures. Hence the blank must be filled by the sentence talking about temperature rise. Sentence (b) is going appropriately with the theme of the paragraph. Hence option (b) is the correct choice among the given options.
IncorrectHere the paragraph discusses the temperature shifts of the Himalayan yak range. The sentences before the blank talks about the climate change in high Asia as there are changes in pastoral practices, grazing ranges and pastoral practices whereas sentences after the blank talks about the study about the rise in temperatures. Hence the blank must be filled by the sentence talking about temperature rise. Sentence (b) is going appropriately with the theme of the paragraph. Hence option (b) is the correct choice among the given options.
- Question 17 of 40
17. Question
Category: EnglishEach of the following questions has a paragraph from which one sentence has been deleted. From the given options, choose the one that completes the paragraph in the most appropriate way.
Studies suggest that over 200 species of birds found in India are traded to be used for different purposes, including petting, consumption, medicine, and zoo exhibits. Rhinos too, are now on the list of endangered species due to the trade of rhino horn. A WWF-India document lists a large number of wildlife species across India — everything from birds to marmosets, moths to tigers — are sold by poachers and illegal traffickers. Each rhino horn fetches about Rs 300,000 rupees ($4,600) in India and at least 30 percent more in the international market. There’s also great demand for rhino meat and bones for medicinal purposes in China, Korea, Taiwan and Japan. The expert adds that the main incentive for the illegal wildlife trade is the premium such goods fetch in the market. The cost of a kilogram of ivory has shot up from $750 in 2010 to $2100 in four years. _________________________________.CorrectHere the theme of the paragraph revolves around the poaching and illegal trafficking of Rhino, which is an endangered species across India, as there is great demand of Rhino meat and bones in various countries for various purposes. Sentences before the blank talks about the cost related to Rhino parts. Hence the blank must be filled by the sentence related to this theme. Going through all the sentences, we find that sentence (d) goes correctly with the theme talking about the selling price of Rhino’s horn. Hence option (d) is the correct choice.
IncorrectHere the theme of the paragraph revolves around the poaching and illegal trafficking of Rhino, which is an endangered species across India, as there is great demand of Rhino meat and bones in various countries for various purposes. Sentences before the blank talks about the cost related to Rhino parts. Hence the blank must be filled by the sentence related to this theme. Going through all the sentences, we find that sentence (d) goes correctly with the theme talking about the selling price of Rhino’s horn. Hence option (d) is the correct choice.
- Question 18 of 40
18. Question
Category: EnglishEach of the following questions has a paragraph from which one sentence has been deleted. From the given options, choose the one that completes the paragraph in the most appropriate way.
It is difficult to compare India’s offer directly with those of the other leading atmosphere polluters. This is so not only because of the variations in capacities for reduction but also because of differences in terms, time periods, and methods of calculation. For example, the United States offers to increase its share of electricity from renewables to 20 percent and India offers an increase to 40 percent. But the Indian offer includes electricity from hydro where the U.S. offer excludes it, and the Indian target date is 2030 whereas the U.S target date is five years earlier at 2025. India offers to “save carbon emissions to the tune of 3.4 million tons” while the U.S. says it will cut greenhouse gases by 26-28 percent by 2025. __________________________________________________.CorrectThe paragraph is about the comparison between India and other countries’ offers regarding control in the atmosphere pollution. The sentences before the blank discuss about the difference in India and U.S target towards cutting pollution. After reading all the sentences, we can infer that sentence (e) is making the paragraph correct and meaningful which talks about the differences in these offers. Hence option (e) is the correct choice.
IncorrectThe paragraph is about the comparison between India and other countries’ offers regarding control in the atmosphere pollution. The sentences before the blank discuss about the difference in India and U.S target towards cutting pollution. After reading all the sentences, we can infer that sentence (e) is making the paragraph correct and meaningful which talks about the differences in these offers. Hence option (e) is the correct choice.
- Question 19 of 40
19. Question
Category: EnglishEach of the following questions has a paragraph from which one sentence has been deleted. From the given options, choose the one that completes the paragraph in the most appropriate way.
Located in the world’s third major tropical forest region (the other two being the Congo and Amazon basins in Africa and South America), Indonesia’s thousands of islands contain some of the earth’s most precious biodiversity and natural resources. It should be no surprise that for most its history, Indonesia has primarily been a resources economy. What was sugar, rubber and spices during Dutch colonial times turned into timber, rice, minerals, and, more recently, palm oil and coal. All led to the destruction of the country biological heritage. Over time, the scale of this destruction grew. ____________________________________________________. According to a report released by the University of Maryland in mid-2014, Indonesia lost more than 15.79 million hectares of forest between 2000 and 2012. Even more telling, the rate of deforestation accelerated, with more deforestation taking place in 2012 than any other year. Over the same period, Indonesia emerged as the world’s leading exporter of coal and palm oil.CorrectThe paragraph highlights the Heritage of Indonesia which is deteriorating due to rise in demands of various countries. The sentences before the blank talks about the rise in destruction of Indonesia’s heritage while sentences after the blank is about the statistics of Indonesia’s deforestation rate. Hence the blank must be filled by the sentence related to reason behind the decrease in the forest area. Sentence (c) is the most appropriate option to be filled in the blank as it talks about increase in the demand of resources which is the worsening the Indonesia’s deforestation. Hence option (c) is the correct choice.
IncorrectThe paragraph highlights the Heritage of Indonesia which is deteriorating due to rise in demands of various countries. The sentences before the blank talks about the rise in destruction of Indonesia’s heritage while sentences after the blank is about the statistics of Indonesia’s deforestation rate. Hence the blank must be filled by the sentence related to reason behind the decrease in the forest area. Sentence (c) is the most appropriate option to be filled in the blank as it talks about increase in the demand of resources which is the worsening the Indonesia’s deforestation. Hence option (c) is the correct choice.
- Question 20 of 40
20. Question
Category: EnglishEach of the following questions has a paragraph from which one sentence has been deleted. From the given options, choose the one that completes the paragraph in the most appropriate way.
Indian equity investors have had a good year. The broad indices are up by a quarter in local currency terms. And they have gone up by a third in dollar terms. Most important markets have done well thanks to a synchronized recovery in the global economy. ____________________________________________________. India has participated in the global financial assets rally despite the slowdown in economic activity as well as the sluggishness in corporate earnings. Domestic corporate investment continues to disappoint thanks to excess capacity as well as the inability of banks to lend.CorrectThe paragraph talks about the profit of India stock market this year. The sentences before and after the blank are giving the causes of this profit. Hence the blank must be filled by the sentence related to this theme. Sentence (a) which talks about the significance of recent data on investment is making the paragraph meaningful and complete. Other options are irrelevant. Hence option (a) is the correct choice.
IncorrectThe paragraph talks about the profit of India stock market this year. The sentences before and after the blank are giving the causes of this profit. Hence the blank must be filled by the sentence related to this theme. Sentence (a) which talks about the significance of recent data on investment is making the paragraph meaningful and complete. Other options are irrelevant. Hence option (a) is the correct choice.
- Question 21 of 40
21. Question
Category: EnglishWhich of the words/phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D) given below should replace the words/phrases given in bold in the following sentences to make it meaningful and grammatically correct? If the given words perfectly fit into the sentence and do not require any replacement, choose (E) i.e. ‘No replacement required’ as the answer.
The American College Health Association viewed 100,000 college students at 53 American campuses and fixed that 84 per cent of them feel unable to cope, 79 per cent are energized, 60 per cent feel very sad and more than half are exploitingoverwhelming anxiety.Correct“surveyed, found, exhausted, experiencing” is the most appropriate set of words that should replace the existing ones to make the sentence meaningful. Hence (a) is the correct choice.
Surveyed means looked closely at or examined (someone or something).
Limped means walked with difficulty, typically because of a damaged or stiff leg or foot.
Exhausted means very tired.Incorrect“surveyed, found, exhausted, experiencing” is the most appropriate set of words that should replace the existing ones to make the sentence meaningful. Hence (a) is the correct choice.
Surveyed means looked closely at or examined (someone or something).
Limped means walked with difficulty, typically because of a damaged or stiff leg or foot.
Exhausted means very tired. - Question 22 of 40
22. Question
Category: EnglishWhich of the words/phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D) given below should replace the words/phrases given in bold in the following sentences to make it meaningful and grammatically correct? If the given words perfectly fit into the sentence and do not require any replacement, choose (E) i.e. ‘No replacement required’ as the answer.
There are certain books which when you put them down keep you absolutely still for a while. Apart from making you acutelyaware of an alternate reality, they never fail to produce a flash of insight, a spark of intuition that would not occur to you otherwise.CorrectThe given set of words in the sentence is already correct and does not require any replacement. Hence (e) is the correct choice.
Insight means the capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding of someone or something.
Intuition means the ability to understand something instinctively, without the need for conscious reasoning.
Dubious means hesitating or doubting.
Perception means the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses.
Guile means sly or cunning intelligence.
Overtly means without concealment or secrecy; openly.IncorrectThe given set of words in the sentence is already correct and does not require any replacement. Hence (e) is the correct choice.
Insight means the capacity to gain an accurate and deep understanding of someone or something.
Intuition means the ability to understand something instinctively, without the need for conscious reasoning.
Dubious means hesitating or doubting.
Perception means the ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses.
Guile means sly or cunning intelligence.
Overtly means without concealment or secrecy; openly. - Question 23 of 40
23. Question
Category: EnglishWhich of the words/phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D) given below should replace the words/phrases given in bold in the following sentences to make it meaningful and grammatically correct? If the given words perfectly fit into the sentence and do not require any replacement, choose (E) i.e. ‘No replacement required’ as the answer.
Although the desirable butterfly has a life span of one or two weeks, or a wondrous flower usually sink within a day, yet each of them fixedly spreads silently the message of cheer unlike humans, quite concern of the chances of their survival even for the all-too-brief period allotted to them.Correct“bewitching, wilts, unfailingly, oblivious” is the most appropriate set of words that should replace the existing ones to make the sentence meaningful. Hence (c) is the correct choice.
Bewitching means enchanting and delightful (someone).
Wilt means (of a plant, leaf, or flower) become limp through heat, loss of water, or disease; droop.
Unfailingly means in a reliable or unchanging way; always.
Oblivious means not aware of or concerned about what is happening around one.
Explicitly means in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.
Abstract means existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence.Incorrect“bewitching, wilts, unfailingly, oblivious” is the most appropriate set of words that should replace the existing ones to make the sentence meaningful. Hence (c) is the correct choice.
Bewitching means enchanting and delightful (someone).
Wilt means (of a plant, leaf, or flower) become limp through heat, loss of water, or disease; droop.
Unfailingly means in a reliable or unchanging way; always.
Oblivious means not aware of or concerned about what is happening around one.
Explicitly means in a clear and detailed manner, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.
Abstract means existing in thought or as an idea but not having a physical or concrete existence. - Question 24 of 40
24. Question
Category: EnglishWhich of the words/phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D) given below should replace the words/phrases given in bold in the following sentences to make it meaningful and grammatically correct? If the given words perfectly fit into the sentence and do not require any replacement, choose (E) i.e. ‘No replacement required’ as the answer.
Various other research studies cite that the American first-use option and keeping its weapons on tardy launch mode plays a large role in forcing Russia and China to field a delayed amount of their nuclear forces in a launch-under-attack mode so as to avoid any kind of serving nuclear strike.Correct“show, prompt, sizable, disarming” is the most appropriate set of words that should replace the existing ones to make the sentence meaningful. Hence (a) is the correct choice.
Prompt means done without delay; immediate.
Disarming means removing the fuse from (a bomb), making it safe.
Tardy means delaying or delayed beyond the right or expected time; late.
Sizable means fairly large.
Gross means (especially of wrongdoing) very obvious and unacceptable.
Parade means display (someone or something) while marching or moving around a place.Incorrect“show, prompt, sizable, disarming” is the most appropriate set of words that should replace the existing ones to make the sentence meaningful. Hence (a) is the correct choice.
Prompt means done without delay; immediate.
Disarming means removing the fuse from (a bomb), making it safe.
Tardy means delaying or delayed beyond the right or expected time; late.
Sizable means fairly large.
Gross means (especially of wrongdoing) very obvious and unacceptable.
Parade means display (someone or something) while marching or moving around a place. - Question 25 of 40
25. Question
Category: EnglishWhich of the words/phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D) given below should replace the words/phrases given in bold in the following sentences to make it meaningful and grammatically correct? If the given words perfectly fit into the sentence and do not require any replacement, choose (E) i.e. ‘No replacement required’ as the answer.
The issue of development as underlined in Doha Development Round is important, and that is related to unjustified subsidies given by developed nations, and this can’t be sacrificed. Discussion on Doha Development Round is still pending and that has to be completed.CorrectThe given set of words in the sentence is already correct and does not require any replacement. Hence (e) is the correct choice.
Unjustified means not shown to be right or reasonable.
Absolved means declare (someone) free from guilt, obligation, or punishment.
Improbable means not likely to be true or to happen.
Flimsy means insubstantial and easily damaged.
Revoke means officially cancel (a decree, decision, or promise).
Repudiate means refuse to accept; reject.
Sneaky means furtive; sly.
Overdue means not having arrived, happened, or been done by the expected time.IncorrectThe given set of words in the sentence is already correct and does not require any replacement. Hence (e) is the correct choice.
Unjustified means not shown to be right or reasonable.
Absolved means declare (someone) free from guilt, obligation, or punishment.
Improbable means not likely to be true or to happen.
Flimsy means insubstantial and easily damaged.
Revoke means officially cancel (a decree, decision, or promise).
Repudiate means refuse to accept; reject.
Sneaky means furtive; sly.
Overdue means not having arrived, happened, or been done by the expected time. - Question 26 of 40
26. Question
Category: EnglishFive statements are given below, labeled (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E). Among these, four statements are in logical order and form a coherent paragraph. From the given options, choose the option that does not fit into the theme of the paragraph.
CorrectAll the sentences, except (e), belong to the same paragraph. The sentences in the sequence of abcd form a coherent paragraph which is about the importance of forgiveness in one’s life. However, the sentence (e) finds no alternative to be matched with. It makes no connection with any of the given sentences. Hence the option (e) is the correct choice of elimination.
IncorrectAll the sentences, except (e), belong to the same paragraph. The sentences in the sequence of abcd form a coherent paragraph which is about the importance of forgiveness in one’s life. However, the sentence (e) finds no alternative to be matched with. It makes no connection with any of the given sentences. Hence the option (e) is the correct choice of elimination.
- Question 27 of 40
27. Question
Category: EnglishFive statements are given below, labeled (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E). Among these, four statements are in logical order and form a coherent paragraph. From the given options, choose the option that does not fit into the theme of the paragraph.
CorrectAll the sentences, except (c), belong to the same paragraph. The sentences in the sequence of bdae form a coherent paragraph which is about the recent trial court’s judgment on 2G scam. However, the sentence (c) finds no connection with the paragraph so formed as it is referring to a sum of money invested in different firms, which finds none of the options to be matched with. Hence the option (c) is the correct choice of elimination.
IncorrectAll the sentences, except (c), belong to the same paragraph. The sentences in the sequence of bdae form a coherent paragraph which is about the recent trial court’s judgment on 2G scam. However, the sentence (c) finds no connection with the paragraph so formed as it is referring to a sum of money invested in different firms, which finds none of the options to be matched with. Hence the option (c) is the correct choice of elimination.
- Question 28 of 40
28. Question
Category: EnglishFive statements are given below, labeled (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E). Among these, four statements are in logical order and form a coherent paragraph. From the given options, choose the option that does not fit into the theme of the paragraph.
CorrectAll the sentences, except (b), belong to the same paragraph. The sentences in the sequence of daec form a coherent paragraph which is about the future possibilities of logistics industry and its role in benefitting the economic zone. However, the sentence (b) finds no connection with any of the given sentences as it is about the role of goods and services tax (GST). Hence the option (b) is the correct choice of elimination.
IncorrectAll the sentences, except (b), belong to the same paragraph. The sentences in the sequence of daec form a coherent paragraph which is about the future possibilities of logistics industry and its role in benefitting the economic zone. However, the sentence (b) finds no connection with any of the given sentences as it is about the role of goods and services tax (GST). Hence the option (b) is the correct choice of elimination.
- Question 29 of 40
29. Question
Category: EnglishFive statements are given below, labeled (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E). Among these, four statements are in logical order and form a coherent paragraph. From the given options, choose the option that does not fit into the theme of the paragraph.
CorrectAll the sentences, except (e), belong to the same paragraph. The sentences in the sequence of acdb form a coherent paragraph which is about the need of ensuring cybersecurity in the current world of digitization for the security and safety of the cyberspace. However, the sentence (e) finds no relevance as it cannot be connected to any of the given sentences. Hence the option (e) is the correct choice of elimination.
IncorrectAll the sentences, except (e), belong to the same paragraph. The sentences in the sequence of acdb form a coherent paragraph which is about the need of ensuring cybersecurity in the current world of digitization for the security and safety of the cyberspace. However, the sentence (e) finds no relevance as it cannot be connected to any of the given sentences. Hence the option (e) is the correct choice of elimination.
- Question 30 of 40
30. Question
Category: EnglishFive statements are given below, labeled (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E). Among these, four statements are in logical order and form a coherent paragraph. From the given options, choose the option that does not fit into the theme of the paragraph.
CorrectAll the sentences, except (a), belong to the same paragraph. The sentences in the sequence of cbde form a coherent paragraph which is about the importance of English language in the present world. However, the sentence (a) finds no alternative to be matched it. It doesn’t fit into the theme of the given paragraph as it referring to some survey reports. Hence the option (a) is the correct choice of elimination.
IncorrectAll the sentences, except (a), belong to the same paragraph. The sentences in the sequence of cbde form a coherent paragraph which is about the importance of English language in the present world. However, the sentence (a) finds no alternative to be matched it. It doesn’t fit into the theme of the given paragraph as it referring to some survey reports. Hence the option (a) is the correct choice of elimination.
- Question 31 of 40
31. Question
Category: EnglishThe following question consists of a sentence which is divided into three parts which contain grammatical errors in one or more than one part of the sentence, as specified in bold in each part. If there is an error in any part of the sentence, find the correct alternatives to replace those parts from the three options given below each question to make the sentence grammatically correct. If the given sentence is grammatically correct or does not require any correction, choose (E), i.e., “No correction required” as your answer.
Aristotle wrote one of the most influential work on the question (I)/of happiness, Nicomachean Ethics, which informs us that happiness is always pursued (II)/for its own sake and never for some other ending view. (III)(I)one of the most influential works
(II)which has been informing us happiness being
(III)never with some other end in viewCorrectIn the first part of the sentence, the expression “one of the most influential work” should be replaced by “one of the most influential works” as the noun/pronoun following the phrase “one of the” is always a plural noun. So, the singular noun “work” should be replaced by its plural form “works” to make the statement grammatically correct. The second part of the sentence does not require any correction as it is grammatically correct. However, in the third part of the sentence, the correct expression should be “never with some other end in view” as the phrase “end in view” is the correct form. The phrase “end in view” means purpose, use. Thus, the highlighted portions of both the first and the third parts of the sentence require the correction to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Hence (c) is the correct choice.
IncorrectIn the first part of the sentence, the expression “one of the most influential work” should be replaced by “one of the most influential works” as the noun/pronoun following the phrase “one of the” is always a plural noun. So, the singular noun “work” should be replaced by its plural form “works” to make the statement grammatically correct. The second part of the sentence does not require any correction as it is grammatically correct. However, in the third part of the sentence, the correct expression should be “never with some other end in view” as the phrase “end in view” is the correct form. The phrase “end in view” means purpose, use. Thus, the highlighted portions of both the first and the third parts of the sentence require the correction to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Hence (c) is the correct choice.
- Question 32 of 40
32. Question
Category: EnglishThe following question consists of a sentence which is divided into three parts which contain grammatical errors in one or more than one part of the sentence, as specified in bold in each part. If there is an error in any part of the sentence, find the correct alternatives to replace those parts from the three options given below each question to make the sentence grammatically correct. If the given sentence is grammatically correct or does not require any correction, choose (E), i.e., “No correction required” as your answer.
A socialist or Communist society is the outcome of the workers’ self-emancipatory revolution (I)/against capital, not to be confused with the so-called seizure of power (II)/by the working class, far less the seizure of power by a group in its name. (III)(I)has the outcome of
(II)which cannot be confused as
(III)far from seizing the powerCorrectThe given sentence is grammatically correct and at the same time it is contextually meaningful. So, none of the bold parts requires correction or replacement. Hence option (e) is the correct choice.
IncorrectThe given sentence is grammatically correct and at the same time it is contextually meaningful. So, none of the bold parts requires correction or replacement. Hence option (e) is the correct choice.
- Question 33 of 40
33. Question
Category: EnglishThe following question consists of a sentence which is divided into three parts which contain grammatical errors in one or more than one part of the sentence, as specified in bold in each part. If there is an error in any part of the sentence, find the correct alternatives to replace those parts from the three options given below each question to make the sentence grammatically correct. If the given sentence is grammatically correct or does not require any correction, choose (E), i.e., “No correction required” as your answer.
The essential of an ethical value system include truth and transparency, honesty and integrity, (I)/cooperation and compassion, respect for all human beings and indeed all forms of life (II)/ that manifest in deep commitment to peace and non-violence in both action and thought. (III)(I)essentials of an ethical value system
(II)at all human beings in all forms of life
(III)which manifests in deep commitmentCorrectIn the first part of the sentence, the expression “essential of an ethical value system” should be replaced by “essentials of an ethical value system” as the verb used in the first part “include” is in plural form; so, the subject it refers should be in plural as well. Thus, the subject “essential” should be replaced by its plural number “essentials” to make the required correction. The second part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any correction. However, in the third part of the sentence there is a similar error as the first one. The expression “that manifest in deep commitment” should be replaced by “which manifests in deep commitment” as the verb “manifests” correctly follows the subject-verb agreement. It is to be noted that the subject of the verb “manifest” is “respect” which is in singular form; so, the verb that it follows should also be in singular form to comply with the subject-verb agreement. Thus, the highlighted portions of both the first and the third parts of the sentence require the correction to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Hence (c) is the correct choice.
IncorrectIn the first part of the sentence, the expression “essential of an ethical value system” should be replaced by “essentials of an ethical value system” as the verb used in the first part “include” is in plural form; so, the subject it refers should be in plural as well. Thus, the subject “essential” should be replaced by its plural number “essentials” to make the required correction. The second part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any correction. However, in the third part of the sentence there is a similar error as the first one. The expression “that manifest in deep commitment” should be replaced by “which manifests in deep commitment” as the verb “manifests” correctly follows the subject-verb agreement. It is to be noted that the subject of the verb “manifest” is “respect” which is in singular form; so, the verb that it follows should also be in singular form to comply with the subject-verb agreement. Thus, the highlighted portions of both the first and the third parts of the sentence require the correction to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Hence (c) is the correct choice.
- Question 34 of 40
34. Question
Category: EnglishThe following question consists of a sentence which is divided into three parts which contain grammatical errors in one or more than one part of the sentence, as specified in bold in each part. If there is an error in any part of the sentence, find the correct alternatives to replace those parts from the three options given below each question to make the sentence grammatically correct. If the given sentence is grammatically correct or does not require any correction, choose (E), i.e., “No correction required” as your answer.
An overwhelming uncertainty in the aftermath of the result, it is imperative that (I)/parliamentary politics resumes in quite the most fractious country in Europe, (II)/which has been grappling with an economic crisis for the past several years. (III)(I)Given the overwhelming uncertainty
(II)resumed in the most fractious countries
(III)over an economic crisis since the last several yearsCorrectIn the first part of the sentence, it is to be noted that the expression “it is imperative that” suggests that the second part of the sentence should be dependent on the first, but the highlighted part of the sentence gives an indication that it carries some errors. Thus, the expression “an overwhelming uncertainty” should be replaced by “Given the overwhelming uncertainty” to make the sentence logically and grammatically feasible. The use of the preposition “Given” implies “taking into account, or considering”. However, both the highlighted portions of the second and the third parts of the sentence are grammatically correct and do not require any correction. They already provide a coherent meaning to the sentence. Hence the option (a) is the correct choice.
IncorrectIn the first part of the sentence, it is to be noted that the expression “it is imperative that” suggests that the second part of the sentence should be dependent on the first, but the highlighted part of the sentence gives an indication that it carries some errors. Thus, the expression “an overwhelming uncertainty” should be replaced by “Given the overwhelming uncertainty” to make the sentence logically and grammatically feasible. The use of the preposition “Given” implies “taking into account, or considering”. However, both the highlighted portions of the second and the third parts of the sentence are grammatically correct and do not require any correction. They already provide a coherent meaning to the sentence. Hence the option (a) is the correct choice.
- Question 35 of 40
35. Question
Category: EnglishThe following question consists of a sentence which is divided into three parts which contain grammatical errors in one or more than one part of the sentence, as specified in bold in each part. If there is an error in any part of the sentence, find the correct alternatives to replace those parts from the three options given below each question to make the sentence grammatically correct. If the given sentence is grammatically correct or does not require any correction, choose (E), i.e., “No correction required” as your answer.
It is a telling comment on the contradictions of our development experience that in some of the most developed countries(I)/as well as developing countries recording the highest levels of economic growth, (II)/very high levels of depression have been recorded and particularly among adolescents and youth. (III)(I)some of most developed countries
(II)in a record to achieve the highest level of
(III)have recorded and particularly adolescentsCorrectThe given sentence is grammatically correct and at the same time it is contextually meaningful. So, none of the bold parts requires correction or replacement. Hence option (e) is the correct choice.
IncorrectThe given sentence is grammatically correct and at the same time it is contextually meaningful. So, none of the bold parts requires correction or replacement. Hence option (e) is the correct choice.
- Question 36 of 40
36. Question
Category: EnglishSelect the phrase/connector (STARTERS) from the given three options which can be used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning as expressed in the statement sentences.
(1) It is open to question whether the White House will pursue a tougher stance towards Russia.
(2) The President and his Republican cabal have consistently debunked the inquiry.(I)Given that the President and…
(II)Seeing that the President and…
(III)Despite questioning whether…CorrectBoth the first and the second starters can be used to frame meaningful sentences without altering the intended meaning of the two sentences. Hence the option (c) is the correct choice.
(I)Given that the President and his Republican cabal have consistently debunked the inquiry, it is open to question whether the White House will pursue a tougher stance towards Russia.
(II)Seeing that the President and his Republican cabal have consistently debunked the inquiry, it is open to question whether the White House will pursue a tougher stance towards Russia.IncorrectBoth the first and the second starters can be used to frame meaningful sentences without altering the intended meaning of the two sentences. Hence the option (c) is the correct choice.
(I)Given that the President and his Republican cabal have consistently debunked the inquiry, it is open to question whether the White House will pursue a tougher stance towards Russia.
(II)Seeing that the President and his Republican cabal have consistently debunked the inquiry, it is open to question whether the White House will pursue a tougher stance towards Russia. - Question 37 of 40
37. Question
Category: EnglishSelect the phrase/connector (STARTERS) from the given three options which can be used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning as expressed in the statement sentences.
(1) Medical science, neuroscience and psychology can reveal the benefits of forgiveness to our mental, physical, emotional and even spiritual wellbeing,
(2) They fail to explain the deep connections that we have with one another and our desire to live in peace and harmony in our communities.(I)Although medical science, neuroscience…
(II)While medical science, neuroscience…
(III)Notwithstanding that medical science…CorrectAll the three starters are feasible enough to form meaningful and contextual sentences without altering the intended meaning of the given two sentences. Hence the option (e) is the correct choice.
(I) Although medical science, neuroscience and psychology can reveal the benefits of forgiveness to our mental, physical, emotional and even spiritual wellbeing, they fail to explain the deep connections that we have with one another and our desire to live in peace and harmony in our communities.
(II) While medical science, neuroscience and psychology can reveal the benefits of forgiveness to our mental, physical, emotional and even spiritual wellbeing, they fail to explain the deep connections that we have with one another and our desire to live in peace and harmony in our communities.
(III) Notwithstanding that medical science, neuroscience and psychology can reveal the benefits of forgiveness to our mental, physical, emotional and even spiritual wellbeing, they fail to explain the deep connections that we have with one another and our desire to live in peace and harmony in our communities.IncorrectAll the three starters are feasible enough to form meaningful and contextual sentences without altering the intended meaning of the given two sentences. Hence the option (e) is the correct choice.
(I) Although medical science, neuroscience and psychology can reveal the benefits of forgiveness to our mental, physical, emotional and even spiritual wellbeing, they fail to explain the deep connections that we have with one another and our desire to live in peace and harmony in our communities.
(II) While medical science, neuroscience and psychology can reveal the benefits of forgiveness to our mental, physical, emotional and even spiritual wellbeing, they fail to explain the deep connections that we have with one another and our desire to live in peace and harmony in our communities.
(III) Notwithstanding that medical science, neuroscience and psychology can reveal the benefits of forgiveness to our mental, physical, emotional and even spiritual wellbeing, they fail to explain the deep connections that we have with one another and our desire to live in peace and harmony in our communities. - Question 38 of 40
38. Question
Category: EnglishSelect the phrase/connector (STARTERS) from the given three options which can be used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning as expressed in the statement sentences.
(1) Forgiveness is not easy to practice,
(2) We cannot forget that it is the only path to a healing and a happy heart.(I)While forgiveness is not easy…
(II)Forgetting that it is the only…
(III)Even though forgiveness is not easy…CorrectBoth the starters (I) and (III) can be used to frame meaningful sentences without altering the intended meaning of the given sentences. Hence the option (d) is the correct choice.
(I) While forgiveness is not easy to practice, we cannot forget that it is the only path to a healing and a happy heart.
(III) Even though forgiveness is not easy to practice, we cannot forget that it is the only path to a healing and a happy heart.IncorrectBoth the starters (I) and (III) can be used to frame meaningful sentences without altering the intended meaning of the given sentences. Hence the option (d) is the correct choice.
(I) While forgiveness is not easy to practice, we cannot forget that it is the only path to a healing and a happy heart.
(III) Even though forgiveness is not easy to practice, we cannot forget that it is the only path to a healing and a happy heart. - Question 39 of 40
39. Question
Category: EnglishSelect the phrase/connector (STARTERS) from the given three options which can be used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning as expressed in the statement sentences.
(1) The US Senate confirmed a 12th circuit court judge earlier this month.
(2) Mr. Trump set a record for the most appellate judges confirmed in a president’s first year.(I)With the US Senate’s confirmation…
(II)In an attempt to confirm a 12th circuit…
(III)In spite of the fact that Mr. Trump…CorrectOnly the first starter can be used to frame the meaningful sentence combining the above two statements. Hence the option (a) is the correct choice.
(I) With the US Senate’s confirmation of a 12th circuit court judge earlier this month, Mr. Trump set a record for the most appellate judges confirmed in a president’s first year.IncorrectOnly the first starter can be used to frame the meaningful sentence combining the above two statements. Hence the option (a) is the correct choice.
(I) With the US Senate’s confirmation of a 12th circuit court judge earlier this month, Mr. Trump set a record for the most appellate judges confirmed in a president’s first year. - Question 40 of 40
40. Question
Category: EnglishSelect the phrase/connector (STARTERS) from the given three options which can be used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning as expressed in the statement sentences.
(1) ‘Happiness’ has become such a trite word.
(2) It still fascinates many of us to figure out what makes us happy.(I)Considering ‘Happiness’ as a fascinating…
(II)Despite the fact that ‘Happiness’…
(III)It is although true that many of us are…Correctonly the second starter can be used to construct a meaningful sentence connecting the above two statements without altering their intended meaning. Hence the option (b) is the correct choice.
(II)Despite the fact that ‘Happiness’ has become such a trite word, it still fascinates many of us to figure out what makes us happy.Incorrectonly the second starter can be used to construct a meaningful sentence connecting the above two statements without altering their intended meaning. Hence the option (b) is the correct choice.
(II)Despite the fact that ‘Happiness’ has become such a trite word, it still fascinates many of us to figure out what makes us happy.
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