352 questions asked across 4 exam years, newest first
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. A hummingbird’s brilliant throat colour is not caused by feather (1) ______, but rather by iridescence in the arrangement of the feathers. Light level, moisture, angle of viewing, wear and tear and other factors all (2) ______ just how bright and colourful the throat may appear. Hummingbirds cannot walk or hop, though their feet can be used to (3) ______ sideways while they are perched. These birds have evolved smaller feet to be lighter for more (4) ______ flying. They will use their feet for itching and (5) ______, however. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Answer: D
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Answer: A
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Answer: D
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Answer: B
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Answer: A
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. As writers we live life twice, like (1) ______ cow that eats its food once and then regurgitates it to chew and digest (2) ______ again. We have a second chance (3) ______ biting into our experience and examining it. This is our life and it's not going to last forever. There isn't time to talk about someday writing that short story or poem or novel. Slow down now, touch what is (4) ______ you, and out of care and compassion for (5) ______ moment and detail, put pen to paper and begin to write. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Answer: B
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Answer: C
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Answer: A
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Answer: A
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Answer: A
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. At most of the local dhabas and fast food joints, poor hygienic conditions (1) _______. The (2) _______ occurs due to poor quality packaging material or (3) _______ storage conditions. Food cooked may not be washed or cleaned properly. It is low in (4) ________, rich in oil content especially trans fats which make one (5) ______, lousy and dull. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Answer: A
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Answer: A
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Answer: B
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Answer: C
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Answer: C
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Being constant (1) ______ repeating a task or action, or performing an activity without a stop or interval. Consistency can never be attained in a sporadic or (2) ______ manner. When you perform anything regularly or constantly, you will not only build expertise in that area, but you will also gain a better (3) ______ of it. Because of the greater amount of effort put in over a longer period of time, this enhanced comprehension is (4) ______. As a result, consistency is the (5) ______ that allows anyone to consistently put in the effort. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Answer: D
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Answer: B
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Answer: B
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Answer: B
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Answer: C
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. Swaminathan had a table on which all his things, his coat, cap, slate, ink-bottle, and books,were thrown in a confused (1)______ He sat on his stool and shut his eyes to (2) ________what work he had for the day: first of course there was Arithmetic – those five (3)_______ in Profit and Loss; then there was English – he had to copy down a page from his English lesson and write dictionary meanings of (4) _______ words; and then there was Geography.And only two hours before him to do all this heap of work and get (5) ______ for school. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Answer: A
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Answer: B
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Answer: B
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Answer: C
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Answer: C
