Other English · NDA previous year questions

He gave $\underline{\text{both}}$ candidates an equal opportunity to present their case.

1. A.Determiner
2. B.Pronoun
3. C.Adverb
4. D.Adjective

The old woman sat on the bench, knitting in $\underline{\text{silence}}$.

1. A.Verb
2. B.Adjective
3. C.Adverb
4. D.Noun

The injured soldier crawled $\underline{\text{forward}}$ in spite of debilitating pain.

1. A.Noun
2. B.Adverb
3. C.Adjective
4. D.Preposition

The results were $\underline{\text{beyond}}$ everyone's expectation.

1. A.Preposition
2. B.Conjunction
3. C.Adjective
4. D.Adverb

Directions: Each of the following items features one part of a sentence, followed by four alternatives. Complete the sentence by choosing the correct alternative. We must wait

1. A.until you see the light turn green
2. B.till you see the green light
3. C.because you can see the green light
4. D.unless you see the red signal

Directions: Each of the following items features one part of a sentence, followed by four alternatives. Complete the sentence by choosing the correct alternative. You must stay inside

1. A.where it starts raining
2. B.when it starts raining
3. C.because it starts raining
4. D.till it starts raining

Directions: Each of the following items features one part of a sentence, followed by four alternatives. Complete the sentence by choosing the correct alternative. I sent her a bouquet of orchids

1. A.for which she was absolutely delighted
2. B.with which she was absolutely delighted
3. C.of which she was absolutely delighted
4. D.on which she was absolutely delighted

Directions: Each of the following items features one part of a sentence, followed by four alternatives. Complete the sentence by choosing the correct alternative. I did not buy it

1. A.because I did not like the look of it
2. B.as far as I did not like the look of it
3. C.anyway I did not like the look of it
4. D.if I did not like the look of it

Directions: Each of the following items features one part of a sentence, followed by four alternatives. Complete the sentence by choosing the correct alternative. I will not pay for the goods

1. A.till he sends me the bill again
2. B.until he sends me the bill again
3. C.if he sends me the bill again
4. D.unless he sends me the bill again

Directions : Given below are sentences that use discourse markers/expressions to make them complete. Identify the most appropriate discourse marker and mark your answer accordingly on the Answer Sheet. I can’t be bothered to tell him what I think;______ he would not listen to me.

1. A.meanwhile
2. B.in any case
3. C.in the meantime
4. D.somehow

Directions : Given below are sentences that use discourse markers/expressions to make them complete. Identify the most appropriate discourse marker and mark your answer accordingly on the Answer Sheet. ______, if the referee points his fingers, this indicates that someone has done something wrong.

1. A.On the contrary
2. B.Whatever more
3. C.Briefly
4. D.As regards

Directions : Given below are sentences that use discourse markers/expressions to make them complete. Identify the most appropriate discourse marker and mark your answer accordingly on the Answer Sheet. ________ have you been to’ the local library yet ?

1. A.Sort of
2. B.Frankly
3. C.All the same
4. D.Incidentally

Directions : Given below are sentences that use discourse markers/expressions to make them complete. Identify the most appropriate discourse marker and mark your answer accordingly on the Answer Sheet. ________, women are healthier and are living longer than ever before: indeed on an average, they can expect to live five years longer than men.

1. A.To a large extent
2. B.As regards
3. C.As far as
4. D.Turning now

Directions : Given below are sentences that use discourse markers/expressions to make them complete. Identify the most appropriate discourse marker and mark your answer accordingly on the Answer Sheet. The difference is that I have been fortunate to find a career that I love and, ______, | am getting paid reasonably for it.

1. A.briefly
2. B.broadly speaking
3. C.what is more
4. D.in conclusion

Directions : Given below are sentences that use discourse markers/expressions to make them complete. Identify the most appropriate discourse marker and mark your answer accordingly on the Answer Sheet. ________ this issue is likely to be discussed when the Council meets next.

1. A.As per reports
2. B.Accordingly
3. C.Likewise
4. D.Briefly

Directions : Given below are sentences that use discourse markers/expressions to make them complete. Identify the most appropriate discourse marker and mark your answer accordingly on the Answer Sheet. ________ you needed to consult a physician to have a clear idea of what the disease is about.

1. A.In that case
2. B.In these case
3. C.Likewise
4. D.Henceforth

Directions : Given below are sentences that use discourse markers/expressions to make them complete. Identify the most appropriate discourse marker and mark your answer accordingly on the Answer Sheet. ________ in the year-ago period the current account deficit stood at $1-3 billion or 0-2% of the GDP.

1. A.Particularly
2. B.Notably
3. C.Seriously
4. D.Unknowingly

Directions : Given below are sentences that use discourse markers/expressions to make them complete. Identify the most appropriate discourse marker and mark your answer accordingly on the Answer Sheet. ________ the records have been completely undermined by shoddy book-keeping.

1. A.Because of
2. B.As such
3. C.Forever
4. D.Hence

Directions : Given below are words/expressions/jargons followed by four options. Identify the most appropriate option that defines the word/expression/jargon in each instance, and mark your response accordingly on the Answer Sheet. Infelicity :

1. A.Disloyalty towards one’s nation
2. B.An inappropriate remark
3. C.To kill or destroy
4. D.To touch or push gently

Directions : Given below are words/expressions/jargons followed by four options. Identify the most appropriate option that defines the word/expression/jargon in each instance, and mark your response accordingly on the Answer Sheet. Corollary

1. A.Something that is too expensive
2. B.Something that looks real but does not really exist
3. C.Something that naturally follows
4. D.Something resembling a coal mine

Directions : Given below are words/expressions/jargons followed by four options. Identify the most appropriate option that defines the word/expression/jargon in each instance, and mark your response accordingly on the Answer Sheet. Quandary

1. A.Situation in which you are confused about what to do
2. B.Situation in which two people or group argue
3. C.Situation in which no progress can be made
4. D.Situation in which a relationship becomes friendlier

Directions : Given below are words/expressions/jargons followed by four options. Identify the most appropriate option that defines the word/expression/jargon in each instance, and mark your response accordingly on the Answer Sheet. Presumption :

1. A.Prediction based on past experiences
2. B.Judgement made with certainty
3. C.Decision based on facts
4. D.Opinion formed before having all the facts

Directions : Given below are words/expressions/jargons followed by four options. Identify the most appropriate option that defines the word/expression/jargon in each instance, and mark your response accordingly on the Answer Sheet. Smug:

1. A.Too confident about one’s own achievements
2. B.Too eager to help or obey someone important
3. C.Too emotional or dramatic
4. D.Too eager to bottle up conflicts

Directions : Given below are sentences that use discourse markers/expressions to make them complete. Identify the most appropriate discourse marker/expression and mark your answer accordingly in the Answer Sheet : __________________ your transfer request is concerned, we'll be discussing it at the next meeting.

1. A.As far as
2. B.To begin with
3. C.By the way
4. D.Talking about

___________________, did you know Ravi has a new job ?

1. A.For one thing
2. B.By the way
3. C.In the first place
4. D.As a result