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Question 1


Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank.
Please ___________more sugar to the juice so that it becomes sweeter

Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank.
Please ___________more sugar to the juice so that it becomes sweeter

Options

A

add

add

B

aide

aide

C

ad

ad

D

aid

aid


Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

add

add


Question 2


The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

You should / see a oculist; / your eyes look / worse today.

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

You should / see a oculist; / your eyes look / worse today.

Options

A

You should

You should

B

your eyes look

your eyes look

C

see a oculist;

see a oculist;

D

worse today

worse today


Solution:

Correct Answer:

C

see a oculist;

see a oculist;


Question 3


Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
Life history written by oneself.

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
Life history written by oneself.

Options

A

Autocracy

Autocracy

B

Autography

Autography

C

Autobiography

Autobiography

D

Autophagy

Autophagy


Solution:

Correct Answer:

C

Autobiography

Autobiography


Question 4


Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
She chided her son for being impatient with the customers.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
She chided her son for being impatient with the customers.

Options

A

reproved

reproved

B

scolded 

scolded 

C

rebuked 

rebuked 

D

applauded 

applauded 


Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

applauded 

applauded 


Question 5


Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A. According to him, Rupees 75 lakhs has been spent to make the gymnasium fully equipped with state-of-the-art fitness machines.
B. The Honorable Commissioner of Police inaugurated the Gymnasium and Swimming pool and appended the management for their efforts in providing such amenities to students.
C. A new indoor gymnasium and swimming pool was inaugurated at APJ International School, Goa.
D. Mr. Mercia, the Principal of the school familiarised the guests about the cost incurred and the various facilities available.

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A. According to him, Rupees 75 lakhs has been spent to make the gymnasium fully equipped with state-of-the-art fitness machines.
B. The Honorable Commissioner of Police inaugurated the Gymnasium and Swimming pool and appended the management for their efforts in providing such amenities to students.
C. A new indoor gymnasium and swimming pool was inaugurated at APJ International School, Goa.
D. Mr. Mercia, the Principal of the school familiarised the guests about the cost incurred and the various facilities available.

Options

A

BDCA

BDCA

B

ADBC

ADBC

C

DABC

DABC

D

CBDA

CBDA


Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

CBDA

CBDA


Question 6


Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The actress is very ______ and takes pride in her appearance all the time.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The actress is very ______ and takes pride in her appearance all the time.

Options

A

vain

vain

B

vein

vein

C

vane

vane

D

wane

wane


Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

vain

vain


Question 7


Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.
Were the cakes being baked by them?

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.
Were the cakes being baked by them?

Options

A

Were they baking the cake?

Were they baking the cake?

B

Were they baking the cakes?

Were they baking the cakes?

C

Was cakes being baked by them?

Was cakes being baked by them?

D

Did the cakes baked by them?

Did the cakes baked by them?


Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

Were they baking the cakes?

Were they baking the cakes?


Question 8


Choose the ANTONYM of the word ‘disenfranchise’ in the given sentence.

The parliament of Tonoco authorised the king to take over the reins of the government and disable the power of the council of ministers.

Choose the ANTONYM of the word ‘disenfranchise’ in the given sentence.

The parliament of Tonoco authorised the king to take over the reins of the government and disable the power of the council of ministers.

Options

A

Reins

Reins

B

Powers

Powers

C

Authorised

Authorised

D

Disabled

Disabled


Solution:

Correct Answer:

C

Authorised

Authorised


Question 9


Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
The tour guide always answers the visitors’ questions.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
The tour guide always answers the visitors’ questions.

Options

A

The visitors’ questions are always answered by the tour guide.

The visitors’ questions are always answered by the tour guide.

B

The visitors’ questions are answered always by the tour guide. 

The visitors’ questions are answered always by the tour guide. 

C

The visitors’ questions are answered by the tour guide always.

The visitors’ questions are answered by the tour guide always.

D

The visitors’ question was always answered by the tour guide.

The visitors’ question was always answered by the tour guide.


Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

The visitors’ questions are always answered by the tour guide.

The visitors’ questions are always answered by the tour guide.


Question 10


Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
The musician gave a dismal performance of a few old melodies at last night’s concert.

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
The musician gave a dismal performance of a few old melodies at last night’s concert.

Options

A

exhausting 

exhausting 

B

lively 

lively 

C

smart 

smart 

D

melancholy 

melancholy 


Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

lively 

lively 


Question 11


Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined phrase.

Though very rich, Alexander always saves for a rainy day.

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined phrase.

Though very rich, Alexander always saves for a rainy day.

Options

A

Lives like a miser 

Lives like a miser 

B

Accumulates less wealth 

Accumulates less wealth 

C

Spends too much 

Spends too much 

D

Saves money for later 

Saves money for later 


Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

Saves money for later 

Saves money for later 


Question 12


Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. Diwali, referred to as the ‘festival of lights’, ushers in the winter season with joy, shopping, presents, and a slew of new occasions and celebrations, such as Dussehra, Dhanteras, Govardhan, Bhaidooj, and Narak Chaturdashi.
B. In the spiritual world, the event symbolises ‘the triumph of light over darkness’.
C. The five-day festival of Diwali is observed during the Hindu month of Kartika as an event.
D. In India, Diwali is also known as Deepawali.

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. Diwali, referred to as the ‘festival of lights’, ushers in the winter season with joy, shopping, presents, and a slew of new occasions and celebrations, such as Dussehra, Dhanteras, Govardhan, Bhaidooj, and Narak Chaturdashi.
B. In the spiritual world, the event symbolises ‘the triumph of light over darkness’.
C. The five-day festival of Diwali is observed during the Hindu month of Kartika as an event.
D. In India, Diwali is also known as Deepawali.

Options

A

CDBA

CDBA

B

ACBD

ACBD

C

DBCA

DBCA

D

BACD

BACD


Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

ACBD

ACBD


Question 13


Select the most appropriate synonym for the highlighted word.
His modest nature made all the difference.

Select the most appropriate synonym for the highlighted word.
His modest nature made all the difference.

Options

A

shy 

shy 

B

dry 

dry 

C

horrific

horrific

D

courageous

courageous


Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

shy 

shy 


Question 14


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

The murder of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group.

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

The murder of a large number of people from a particular nation or ethnic group.

Options

A

Genocide

Genocide

B

Mariticide

Mariticide

C

Honour killing

Honour killing

D

Geronticide

Geronticide


Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

Genocide

Genocide


Question 15


Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution’.
Honesty as well as discipline are required to succeed in life.

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution’.
Honesty as well as discipline are required to succeed in life.

Options

A

 has required to succeed in life

 has required to succeed in life

B

are requirement to succeed in life 

are requirement to succeed in life 

C

 is required to succeed in life

 is required to succeed in life

D

 No substitution

 No substitution


Solution:

Correct Answer:

C

 is required to succeed in life

 is required to succeed in life


Question 16


Select the option that expresses the given sentence in past tense form.

The methods Arunima adopts for taming the dogs create awe and wonder among them.

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in past tense form.

The methods Arunima adopts for taming the dogs create awe and wonder among them.

Options

A

The methods Arunima adopted for taming the dogs created awe and wonder among them.

The methods Arunima adopted for taming the dogs created awe and wonder among them.

B

The methods Arunima adopted for taming the dogs create awe and wonder among them.

The methods Arunima adopted for taming the dogs create awe and wonder among them.

C

The methods Arunima adopts for taming the dogs will create awe and wonder among them.

The methods Arunima adopts for taming the dogs will create awe and wonder among them.

D

The methods Arunima adopts for taming the dogs created awe and wonder among them.

The methods Arunima adopts for taming the dogs created awe and wonder among them.


Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

The methods Arunima adopted for taming the dogs created awe and wonder among them.

The methods Arunima adopted for taming the dogs created awe and wonder among them.


Question 17


Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A.This has an impact not just on global poverty, but also on Indians' awareness of the country's poverty for the first time in a decade.
B.And, for the first time in a decade, this update includes India's poverty data.
C.From 15 September 2022, a new global poverty line has been established, with the World Bank revising its data in the Poverty and Inequality Platform on this basis.
D.According to Sunitha Sinha, Roy and Roy van der Weide of the World Bank's Policy Research Working Paper, "poverty in India had dropped over the recent decade, although not as much as previously thought."

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.

A.This has an impact not just on global poverty, but also on Indians' awareness of the country's poverty for the first time in a decade.
B.And, for the first time in a decade, this update includes India's poverty data.
C.From 15 September 2022, a new global poverty line has been established, with the World Bank revising its data in the Poverty and Inequality Platform on this basis.
D.According to Sunitha Sinha, Roy and Roy van der Weide of the World Bank's Policy Research Working Paper, "poverty in India had dropped over the recent decade, although not as much as previously thought."

Options

A

DBAC

DBAC

B

CBAD

CBAD

C

DBCA

DBCA

D

CADB

CADB


Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

CBAD

CBAD


Question 18


Choose the most appropriate meaning of the underlined phrase.
His voice gets on my nerves.

Choose the most appropriate meaning of the underlined phrase.
His voice gets on my nerves.

Options

A

Makes me ill

Makes me ill

B

Irritates me

Irritates me

C

Pierces my eardrums

Pierces my eardrums

D

Makes me sad

Makes me sad


Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

Irritates me

Irritates me


Question 19


Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence.

To achieve somthing gigantic, you have to grind for a considerable amount of time.

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence.

To achieve somthing gigantic, you have to grind for a considerable amount of time.

Options

A

achieve

achieve

B

gigantic

gigantic

C

considerable

considerable

D

somthing

somthing


Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

somthing

somthing


Question 20


Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

Options

A

Haughty 

Haughty 

B

Bellweather

Bellweather

C

Hinterland

Hinterland

D

 Drifter

 Drifter


Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

Bellweather

Bellweather


Question 21

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

Options

A

broaden

broaden

B

constrict

constrict

C

localise

localise

D

contract

contract


Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

broaden

broaden


Question 22

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

Options

A

hinderance

hinderance

B

opportunity

opportunity

C

disadvantage

disadvantage

D

obstacle

obstacle


Solution:

Correct Answer:

B

opportunity

opportunity


Question 23

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

Options

A

contract

contract

B

lose

lose

C

stay

stay

D

localise

localise


Solution:

Correct Answer:

C

stay

stay


Question 24

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

Options

A

detail

detail

B

constant

constant

C

entirely

entirely

D

aspect

aspect


Solution:

Correct Answer:

D

aspect

aspect


Question 25

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ________ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) ________ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) ________ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) ________ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5)________, the world is yours to explore.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

Options

A

possibilities

possibilities

B

limitations

limitations

C

barriers

barriers

D

contaminants

contaminants


Solution:

Correct Answer:

A

possibilities

possibilities


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