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Q42011 · 21 Aug 2011
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He told (a) that his brother (b) was singer. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: A, C
Q52011 · 21 Aug 2011
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When we reached at the station (a) I fought my way through people and luggage (b) and secured a place next to the window. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: A
Q62011 · 21 Aug 2011
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The managing director along with his staff members were present (a) for (b) the annual general body meeting. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: A
Q72011 · 21 Aug 2011
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If you will follow my instructions, (a) you will definitely score high marks (b) in the entrance examination. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: A
Q82011 · 21 Aug 2011
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In many respects, (a) India is different (b) than western countries. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: C
Q92011 · 21 Aug 2011
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The members of the family (a) soon became (b) aware what had taken place. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: C
Q102011 · 21 Aug 2011
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I have met him (a) on Monday last (b) and had a long discussion. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: A
Q112011 · 21 Aug 2011
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It is time (a) we decide not to play cricket, (b) for the next two years. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: B
Q122011 · 21 Aug 2011
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He likes (a) the sceneries (b) of the hills. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: B
Q132011 · 21 Aug 2011
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I did not know (a) that you have left your handbag in our office (b) when you came to see me last Friday. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: B
Q142011 · 21 Aug 2011
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He wanted me (a) to bring two breads and some butter (b) for breakfast. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: B
Q152011 · 21 Aug 2011
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The parents are happy to know (a) that a number of summer programmes have been arranged (b) for the benefit of their children. (c) No error. (d)
1. A.(a)
2. B.(b)
3. C.(c)
4. D.No error
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Answer: D
Q182011 · 21 Aug 2011
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The government should PROSCRIBE that sort of literature.
1. A.rusticate
2. B.excommunicate
3. C.ban
4. D.outlaw
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Answer: C, D
Q192011 · 21 Aug 2011
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The volcano on the island is DORMANT.
1. A.cold
2. B.inactive
3. C.dangerous
4. D.old
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Answer: B
Q202011 · 21 Aug 2011
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A person who EQUIVOCATES should not be relied upon.
1. A.deceives others
2. B.tells lies
3. C.gives misleading statements
4. D.flatters
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Answer: C
Q212011 · 21 Aug 2011
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The newspaper reports were MENDACIOUS.
1. A.mischievous
2. B.truthful
3. C.provocative
4. D.false
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Answer: D
Q222011 · 21 Aug 2011
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The priest pronounced BENEDICTION.
1. A.good wishes
2. B.blessings
3. C.punishment
4. D.appreciation
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Answer: B
Q232011 · 21 Aug 2011
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Her habits are INNOCUOUS.
1. A.useful
2. B.injurious
3. C.causing no harm
4. D.bad
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Answer: C
Q242011 · 21 Aug 2011
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I INVEIGHED her for her different outlook.
1. A.criticized
2. B.rebuked
3. C.disliked
4. D.appreciated
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Answer: A
Q252011 · 21 Aug 2011
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The youth was BEFOGGED when he was interrogated loudly by the police inspector.
1. A.terrified
2. B.panicky
3. C.surprised
4. D.puzzled
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Answer: D
Q442011 · 21 Aug 2011
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Directions (For the 07 items which follow) : In this section, you have two short passages. After each passage, you will find several questions based on the passage. First, read a passage and then answer the questions based on it. You are required to select your answers based on the contents of the passage and opinion of the author only. Passage I Elephants spray water over their ears to stay cool. The rhythm of an elephant's day is set largely by its watering routine. An adult needs about thirty gallons of water a day. When water is abundant there is no problem. But during droughts, elephants resort to an intriguing technique : digging wells. In a dried-up river bed they scoop out holes with their forefeet until they reach water. After waiting patiently for the sand to settle, they drink in order of seniority, calves last.
According to the passage, water is
1. A.quite important for the elephant
2. B.vital for the elephant's survival
3. C.occasionally useful for the elephant
4. D.often a problem for the elephant
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Answer: B
Q452011 · 21 Aug 2011
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Directions (For the 07 items which follow) : In this section, you have two short passages. After each passage, you will find several questions based on the passage. First, read a passage and then answer the questions based on it. You are required to select your answers based on the contents of the passage and opinion of the author only. Passage I Elephants spray water over their ears to stay cool. The rhythm of an elephant's day is set largely by its watering routine. An adult needs about thirty gallons of water a day. When water is abundant there is no problem. But during droughts, elephants resort to an intriguing technique : digging wells. In a dried-up river bed they scoop out holes with their forefeet until they reach water. After waiting patiently for the sand to settle, they drink in order of seniority, calves last.
According to the passage, elephants spray water over themselves
1. A.to have fun
2. B.to ward off the heat
3. C.to cool their heels
4. D.to quench their thirst
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Answer: B
Q462011 · 21 Aug 2011
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Directions (For the 07 items which follow) : In this section, you have two short passages. After each passage, you will find several questions based on the passage. First, read a passage and then answer the questions based on it. You are required to select your answers based on the contents of the passage and opinion of the author only. Passage I Elephants spray water over their ears to stay cool. The rhythm of an elephant's day is set largely by its watering routine. An adult needs about thirty gallons of water a day. When water is abundant there is no problem. But during droughts, elephants resort to an intriguing technique : digging wells. In a dried-up river bed they scoop out holes with their forefeet until they reach water. After waiting patiently for the sand to settle, they drink in order of seniority, calves last.
During droughts, elephants
1. A.burrow in the sand to avoid heat
2. B.find water in rivers
3. C.dig holes in the river bed to reach the water
4. D.find new water holes
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Answer: C
Q472011 · 21 Aug 2011
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Directions (For the 07 items which follow) : In this section, you have two short passages. After each passage, you will find several questions based on the passage. First, read a passage and then answer the questions based on it. You are required to select your answers based on the contents of the passage and opinion of the author only. Passage I Elephants spray water over their ears to stay cool. The rhythm of an elephant's day is set largely by its watering routine. An adult needs about thirty gallons of water a day. When water is abundant there is no problem. But during droughts, elephants resort to an intriguing technique : digging wells. In a dried-up river bed they scoop out holes with their forefeet until they reach water. After waiting patiently for the sand to settle, they drink in order of seniority, calves last.
When the elephants find water
1. A.the baby elephants drink first
2. B.the oldest adult drinks first
3. C.the largest elephant drinks first
4. D.the youngest adult drinks first
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Answer: B
Q482011 · 21 Aug 2011
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Directions (For the 07 items which follow) : In this section, you have two short passages. After each passage, you will find several questions based on the passage. First, read a passage and then answer the questions based on it. You are required to select your answers based on the contents of the passage and opinion of the author only. Passage I Elephants spray water over their ears to stay cool. The rhythm of an elephant's day is set largely by its watering routine. An adult needs about thirty gallons of water a day. When water is abundant there is no problem. But during droughts, elephants resort to an intriguing technique : digging wells. In a dried-up river bed they scoop out holes with their forefeet until they reach water. After waiting patiently for the sand to settle, they drink in order of seniority, calves last.
Passage II One day my brother brought home a new song-bird. It was the smallest of them all, a tiny creature of a blue and a red that sparkled when brushed by the sun. But there was a problem : while the others sang, this new bird remained silent. My brother tried coaxing music out of him, in vain. He tried attacking with a stick, but the bird was unmoved. My brother first tried withholding food, but later when the incentive was offered the bird ignored it, and twice he knocked over his dish, scattering the seed. One day the writer's brother brought home a bird
1. A.which never ate food
2. B.which flew so high it seemed to touch the sun
3. C.whose colours shone brightly in the sunlight
4. D.which was the largest of all the birds in his collection
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Answer: C