AP Highcourt Copyist Examiner Record Assistant : 26/12/2022 Shift 2 previous year paper English Language PDF

Q: Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error. Many of the significant changes are based not on the fanciest technology, but by simple, easy-to-use tools such as e-mail, mobile phones, and web sites.

D but by simple, easy-to-use tools such as

Q: Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. To break the ice

D To get the conversation going

Q: Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. A snowball effect

C When a situation gets worse than before

Question 1

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

You can see that I can solve this puzzle yourself.

Options

A

see that I

B

puzzle yourself

C

You can

D

can solve this

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

puzzle yourself

Question 2

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

The doctor told to me to take the medicine regularly.

Options

A

to take

B

told to me

C

The doctor

D

the medicine regularly

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

told to me

Question 3

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Eager beaver

Options

A

One who loves to travel

B

One who is always contented

C

One who likes to laze around

D

One who is over zealous

Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

One who is over zealous

Question 4

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

Options

A

Suterfege

B

Sycophant

C

Superficial

D

Substantial

Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

Suterfege

Question 5

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

Our college is ten kilometres far from my house.

Options

A

Our college

B

far from

C

is ten kilometres

D

my house

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

far from

Question 6

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Insipid

Options

A

Bland

B

Tasty

C

Exciting

D

Sharp

Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

Bland

Question 7

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

Many of the significant changes are based not on the fanciest technology, but by simple, easy-to-use tools such as e-mail, mobile phones, and web sites.

Options

A

Many of the significant changes

B

are based not on the fanciest technology,

C

e-mail, mobile phones, and web sites

D

but by simple, easy-to-use tools such as

Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

but by simple, easy-to-use tools such as

Question 8

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

One who loves being social

Options

A

Cultivated

B

Graceful

C

Gregarious

D

Natural

Solution:

Correct Answer:

C

Gregarious

Question 9

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

This wardrobe is enough big for all my clothes.

Options

A

This wardrobe

B

for all

C

my clothes

D

is enough big

Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

is enough big

Question 10

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

No sooner I had reached the station than the train left.

Options

A

than the

B

No sooner I had

C

train left

D

reached the station

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

No sooner I had

Question 11

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

My friend was very upset because her hair dresser messed up her hairs.

Options

A

because her hair dresser

B

My friend

C

was very upset

D

messed up her hairs

Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

messed up her hairs

Question 12

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Ravage

Options

A

Destroy

B

Build

C

Abuse

D

Havoc

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

Build

Question 13

Select the correctly spelt word to fill in the blank.

The term ____ is derived from Latin which means that ‘I shall please’.

Options

A

paceblo

B

pelcebo

C

placebo

D

plecebo

Solution:

Correct Answer:

C

placebo

Question 14

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

To break the ice

Options

A

To make a fresh beginning

B

To patch up friendship

C

To break a bad relationship

D

To get the conversation going

Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

To get the conversation going

Question 15

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

Expressive in the use of words

Options

A

Taciturn

B

Garrulous

C

Eloquent

D

Verbose

Solution:

Correct Answer:

C

Eloquent

Question 16

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

Open to more than one interpretation

Options

A

Obvious

B

Ambiguous

C

Problematic

D

Fake

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

Ambiguous

Question 17

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

The owner of this hotel is the man that is wearing red shoes.

Options

A

The owner

B

is the man that

C

of this hotel

D

is wearing red shoes

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

is the man that

Question 18

Select the correctly spelt word to fill in the blank.

After gorging on the sumptuous lunch and an afternoon _____, I ventured out for a short stroll around the place.

Options

A

siesta

B

saista

C

seista

D

sisata

Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

siesta

Question 19

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Absolve

Options

A

Abstain

B

Pressurise

C

Accuse

D

Pardon

Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

Pardon

Question 20

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

A snowball effect

Options

A

When a situation is under control

B

When a situation gets better

C

When a situation gets worse than before

D

An unexpected situation

Solution:

Correct Answer:

C

When a situation gets worse than before

Question 21

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

On cloud nine

Options

A

Not to be in one’s senses

B

To fly high

C

To be very successful

D

To be very happy

Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

To be very happy

Question 22

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

When I opened the window, I saw that there were a swarm of bees.

Options

A

When I opened the window,

B

I saw that

C

there were

D

a swarm of bees

Solution:

Correct Answer:

C

there were

Question 23

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

The opinions expressed in this article do not necessarily reflect the views or policies in the government.

Options

A

or policies in the government

B

necessarily reflect the views

C

The opinions expressed

D

in this article do not

Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

or policies in the government

Question 24

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

Even when an armed revolutionary movement is victorious, large segments of a population of that area are displaced.

Options

A

large segments of a population

B

of that area are displaced

C

is victorious

D

Even when an armed revolutionary movement

Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

large segments of a population

Question 25

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

Now as a senior citizen, I am sad that a humble bicycle is almost rare.

Options

A

is almost rare

B

that a humble bicycle

C

I am sad

D

Now as a senior citizen

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

that a humble bicycle

Question 26

Select the correctly spelt word.

Options

A

Erksome

B

Malign

C

Wearisom

D

Boistrous

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

Malign

Question 27

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

My grand- daughter, who is only two years old, has learnt the English alphabets.

Options

A

the English alphabets

B

has learnt

C

who is only two years old

D

My grand- daughter

Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

the English alphabets

Question 28

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

Twitter is the service that broadcasts short messages from a phone or a personal computer to any of your friends who have subscribed by your Twitter “feed”.

Options

A

subscribed by your Twitter “feed”

B

Twitter is the service that broadcasts

C

to any of your friends who have

D

short messages from a phone or a personal computer

Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

subscribed by your Twitter “feed”

Question 29

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

A promise to tell the truth

Options

A

Oath

B

Statement

C

Negotiation

D

Pact

Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

Oath

Question 30

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

Unless you do not give me your address, how will I reach your house?

Options

A

how will I

B

do not give me your address,

C

Unless you

D

reach your house

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

do not give me your address,

Question 31

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

We don’t realise that success is only the end result, of which failure is the inevitable part.

Options

A

of which failure

B

is the inevitable part

C

We don’t realise

D

that success is only the end result

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

is the inevitable part

Question 32

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

As the boy, Dr. King experienced many of the same things most children do.

Options

A

Dr. King experienced

B

most children do

C

many of the same things

D

As the boy,

Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

As the boy,

Question 33

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Sporadic

Options

A

Intermittent

B

Continuous

C

Fake

D

Barren

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

Continuous

Question 34

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

I bought a lots of chocolates for the kids.

Options

A

a lots of

B

the kids

C

chocolates for

D

I bought

Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

a lots of

Question 35

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

When employees understand the ethos of our company, themselves feel happy working here.

Options

A

When employees understand

B

themselves feel

C

the ethos of our company

D

happy working here

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

themselves feel

Question 36

Comprehension:
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.

It was the late 1960s. I was in Class 8, and like all boys of my age, I just loved cycling, but never had a cycle. With the help of my friends, after initial struggles and falls, I learnt how to ride a bicycle. The main requirement was a still head and balance. The temptation to get a new bicycle of my own was huge, but as the eldest boy in the house, I knew it was a luxury, and priorities for elders were much bigger than a bicycle.
I politely and obediently asked my father to get one for me. Being a kind and affectionate father, he told me it would be a good gift that needed to be earned and motivated me to get the first rank in Class 9. I started my exam preparations for Class 9 much before I finished Class 8.
Being weak in maths, I took guidance and coaching from a senior boy. With all preparations, revisions and hard work, I finally stood first in Class IX.
More than the result, my focus was on the bicycle I would get.
I was in seventh heaven, when my father got me a new green Hercules bicycle, which he bought when returning from office. I was delighted and asked him how did he know that I stood first in the class. He said he was not aware, but was very happy with my sincere hard work, focus and determination, and irrespective of the rank, he decided to get me one.
The new bicycle was my most-valued asset. The next day to school, I went happily riding my new bicycle.
I used to clean it daily, wipe the dust out meticulously and ensured that the new look was intact. I used to ask my mother if there was anything to fetch from market, and she used to be surprised at my frequent asking. As I was the proud owner of a bicycle, it made things a lot easier for me.
It was great fun riding and riding most part of the days specially during holidays and vacations. I never knew what fitness was at that point of time. It was just happy riding.
The initial days of cycling, the breath of fresh air, the paddling which helped the knees, legs and muscles grow strong has contributed immensely to good health and fitness, which helped me concentrate on studies.
SubQuestion No : 76
Which of the following statements about the writer is NOT true?

Options

A

He was sincere and hard working.

B

He wanted to ride a bicycle in order to be strong.

C

He learnt to ride a cycle even before he had one of his own.

D

He appreciated the responsibilities of the elders of his family.

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

He wanted to ride a bicycle in order to be strong.

Question 37

Comprehension:
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.

It was the late 1960s. I was in Class 8, and like all boys of my age, I just loved cycling, but never had a cycle. With the help of my friends, after initial struggles and falls, I learnt how to ride a bicycle. The main requirement was a still head and balance. The temptation to get a new bicycle of my own was huge, but as the eldest boy in the house, I knew it was a luxury, and priorities for elders were much bigger than a bicycle.
I politely and obediently asked my father to get one for me. Being a kind and affectionate father, he told me it would be a good gift that needed to be earned and motivated me to get the first rank in Class 9. I started my exam preparations for Class 9 much before I finished Class 8.
Being weak in maths, I took guidance and coaching from a senior boy. With all preparations, revisions and hard work, I finally stood first in Class IX.
More than the result, my focus was on the bicycle I would get.
I was in seventh heaven, when my father got me a new green Hercules bicycle, which he bought when returning from office. I was delighted and asked him how did he know that I stood first in the class. He said he was not aware, but was very happy with my sincere hard work, focus and determination, and irrespective of the rank, he decided to get me one.
The new bicycle was my most-valued asset. The next day to school, I went happily riding my new bicycle.
I used to clean it daily, wipe the dust out meticulously and ensured that the new look was intact. I used to ask my mother if there was anything to fetch from market, and she used to be surprised at my frequent asking. As I was the proud owner of a bicycle, it made things a lot easier for me.
It was great fun riding and riding most part of the days specially during holidays and vacations. I never knew what fitness was at that point of time. It was just happy riding.
The initial days of cycling, the breath of fresh air, the paddling which helped the knees, legs and muscles grow strong has contributed immensely to good health and fitness, which helped me concentrate on studies.
SubQuestion No : 77
Select the option that is the meaning of the word ‘fitness’ as used in the passage.

Options

A

Proficiency

B

Suitableness

C

Capability

D

Robustness

Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

Robustness

Question 38

Comprehension:
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.

It was the late 1960s. I was in Class 8, and like all boys of my age, I just loved cycling, but never had a cycle. With the help of my friends, after initial struggles and falls, I learnt how to ride a bicycle. The main requirement was a still head and balance. The temptation to get a new bicycle of my own was huge, but as the eldest boy in the house, I knew it was a luxury, and priorities for elders were much bigger than a bicycle.
I politely and obediently asked my father to get one for me. Being a kind and affectionate father, he told me it would be a good gift that needed to be earned and motivated me to get the first rank in Class 9. I started my exam preparations for Class 9 much before I finished Class 8.
Being weak in maths, I took guidance and coaching from a senior boy. With all preparations, revisions and hard work, I finally stood first in Class IX.
More than the result, my focus was on the bicycle I would get.
I was in seventh heaven, when my father got me a new green Hercules bicycle, which he bought when returning from office. I was delighted and asked him how did he know that I stood first in the class. He said he was not aware, but was very happy with my sincere hard work, focus and determination, and irrespective of the rank, he decided to get me one.
The new bicycle was my most-valued asset. The next day to school, I went happily riding my new bicycle.
I used to clean it daily, wipe the dust out meticulously and ensured that the new look was intact. I used to ask my mother if there was anything to fetch from market, and she used to be surprised at my frequent asking. As I was the proud owner of a bicycle, it made things a lot easier for me.
It was great fun riding and riding most part of the days specially during holidays and vacations. I never knew what fitness was at that point of time. It was just happy riding.
The initial days of cycling, the breath of fresh air, the paddling which helped the knees, legs and muscles grow strong has contributed immensely to good health and fitness, which helped me concentrate on studies.
SubQuestion No : 78
Why was the writer eager to help is mother with shopping?

Options

A

He wanted to ride his cycle more often.

B

He liked helping his mother.

C

He wanted his friends to see him ride.

D

He was growing up to be a responsible boy.

Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

He wanted to ride his cycle more often.

Question 39

Comprehension:
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.

It was the late 1960s. I was in Class 8, and like all boys of my age, I just loved cycling, but never had a cycle. With the help of my friends, after initial struggles and falls, I learnt how to ride a bicycle. The main requirement was a still head and balance. The temptation to get a new bicycle of my own was huge, but as the eldest boy in the house, I knew it was a luxury, and priorities for elders were much bigger than a bicycle.
I politely and obediently asked my father to get one for me. Being a kind and affectionate father, he told me it would be a good gift that needed to be earned and motivated me to get the first rank in Class 9. I started my exam preparations for Class 9 much before I finished Class 8.
Being weak in maths, I took guidance and coaching from a senior boy. With all preparations, revisions and hard work, I finally stood first in Class IX.
More than the result, my focus was on the bicycle I would get.
I was in seventh heaven, when my father got me a new green Hercules bicycle, which he bought when returning from office. I was delighted and asked him how did he know that I stood first in the class. He said he was not aware, but was very happy with my sincere hard work, focus and determination, and irrespective of the rank, he decided to get me one.
The new bicycle was my most-valued asset. The next day to school, I went happily riding my new bicycle.
I used to clean it daily, wipe the dust out meticulously and ensured that the new look was intact. I used to ask my mother if there was anything to fetch from market, and she used to be surprised at my frequent asking. As I was the proud owner of a bicycle, it made things a lot easier for me.
It was great fun riding and riding most part of the days specially during holidays and vacations. I never knew what fitness was at that point of time. It was just happy riding.
The initial days of cycling, the breath of fresh air, the paddling which helped the knees, legs and muscles grow strong has contributed immensely to good health and fitness, which helped me concentrate on studies.
SubQuestion No : 79
Which of these statements does NOT apply to the writer’s father?

Options

A

He believed gifts should be earned.

B

He was obsessed about marks.

C

He was a heartless disciplinarian.

D

He believed in motivating his son.

Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

He was obsessed about marks.

Question 40

Comprehension:
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.

It was the late 1960s. I was in Class 8, and like all boys of my age, I just loved cycling, but never had a cycle. With the help of my friends, after initial struggles and falls, I learnt how to ride a bicycle. The main requirement was a still head and balance. The temptation to get a new bicycle of my own was huge, but as the eldest boy in the house, I knew it was a luxury, and priorities for elders were much bigger than a bicycle.
I politely and obediently asked my father to get one for me. Being a kind and affectionate father, he told me it would be a good gift that needed to be earned and motivated me to get the first rank in Class 9. I started my exam preparations for Class 9 much before I finished Class 8.
Being weak in maths, I took guidance and coaching from a senior boy. With all preparations, revisions and hard work, I finally stood first in Class IX.
More than the result, my focus was on the bicycle I would get.
I was in seventh heaven, when my father got me a new green Hercules bicycle, which he bought when returning from office. I was delighted and asked him how did he know that I stood first in the class. He said he was not aware, but was very happy with my sincere hard work, focus and determination, and irrespective of the rank, he decided to get me one.
The new bicycle was my most-valued asset. The next day to school, I went happily riding my new bicycle.
I used to clean it daily, wipe the dust out meticulously and ensured that the new look was intact. I used to ask my mother if there was anything to fetch from market, and she used to be surprised at my frequent asking. As I was the proud owner of a bicycle, it made things a lot easier for me.
It was great fun riding and riding most part of the days specially during holidays and vacations. I never knew what fitness was at that point of time. It was just happy riding.
The initial days of cycling, the breath of fresh air, the paddling which helped the knees, legs and muscles grow strong has contributed immensely to good health and fitness, which helped me concentrate on studies.
SubQuestion No : 80
What advantage of cycling did the writer discover?

Options

A

Being a proud owner of a cycle.

B

Being able to go to school on cycle.

C

Having great fun outdoors.

D

Feeling healthier.

Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

Feeling healthier.

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