Six friends, A, B, C, D, E and F, are sitting around a circular table facing the centre of the table. A is to the immediate left of E. B is to the immediate right of F. D is second to the left of F. A and C have equal number of persons between them from both the ends. Who is sitting between A and F?
SSC Stenographer 11th Nov 2021 Shift-1
For the following questions answer them individually
Study the given pattern carefully and select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in it.
57 100
89 181
11 10 ?
Which number will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
61, 73, 99, 141, 201, ?
₹15,110 is to be divided among Rajesh, Vivek and Kripal in such a way that Rajesh gets double the amount that Vivek gets, and Kripal gets double the amount that Rajesh gets. How much money will Kripal get?
Three of the following four letter-cluster pairs are alike in a certain way and one is different. Pick the odd one out.
Select the option that is related to the third letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster.
SPRIT : TQHSHU :: BAMBOO : ?
Among five persons P, Q, R, S, and T, T is older than P, Q is younger than T, S is older than R, and P is older than S but younger Q. Who is the oldest among all?
Select the correct mirror image of the given combination when the mirror is placed at MN as shown below.
Select the figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the following figure series.
In a certain code language, ZIGSAW is written as BOHTEX and BLUFF is written as CMAGG. How will MOVEMENT be written in that language?
Which latter-cluster will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
KLIMC, JJFIX, IHCES, HFZAN, ?
Six friends, K, L, M, N, 0 and P, are sitting in a straight line. All are facing north. K is between M and N. 0 is third to the right of M. P is third to the left of K. M is to the immediate right of L. Which two persons are sitting at the corners?
Select the option that is related to the third letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter cluster.
PRIEST : TSRPIE :: UMPIRE : ?
In a code language, ‘he is waiting’ is written as '269', 'she is ready’ is written as ‘915’, and ‘he and she'is written as '271'. What will be the code for the word ‘and’in this language?
In a certain code language, 'BAYONET' is written as '2176552' and 'JOKE' is written as '1625'. How will 'HAPPIER' be written as in that language?
Select the option that is NOT embedded in the given figure as its part (rotation is NOT allowed)
Study the given pattern carefully and select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in it.
8 7 224
11 13 572
12 15 ?
Which letter-cluster will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
LONDON, ORQALK, RUTXIH, ?
Which letter-cluster will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
KJS, POX, ?, ZYH
Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order.
1. Wearing
2. Measurement
3. Designer dress
4. Stitching
If the sum of a number, its square and its cube is 584, then what is the number?
Study the given pattern carefully and select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in it.
18 21 12
7 15 11
175 540 ?
Pointing towards a boy, Sarika said, “He is my sister's son's father's wife's only sister’s son." How is Sarika related to the boy?
Which number will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
55, 68, 81, 94, ?, 120
Which number will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
115, 107, 98, 88, 77, 65, ?
If ‘A’ denotes ‘addition’, ‘B’ denotes ‘multiplication’, ‘C’ denotes ‘subtraction’ and ‘D’ denotes ‘division’, then what will be the value of the following expression?
55 A 5 B(7 A 4)C 75 D (25 D 5)=?
If the following words are arranged in the order as they would appear in an English dictionary, which word would come at the third place?
1. Place
2. Player
3. Plough
4. Plaster
5. Plaque
Three statements are given, followed by three conclusions numbered I, II and III. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
All classrooms are schools.
No school is a park.
All houses are parks.
Conclusions:
I. No house is a classroom.
II.No park is a classroom.
III. No school is a house.
Five girls, A, B, C, D and E, travel to only one of the following five cities: Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai and Jaipur. E does not travel to Kolkata, Mumbai or Chennai. D does not travel to Mumbai, Chennai or Delhi. A travels to Jaipur. C does not travel to Mumbai. To which city does C travel?
Two statements are given, followed by three conclusions numbered I, II and III. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
All teachers are engineers.
All clerks are teachers.
Conclusions:
I. Some engineers are clerks.
II. Some teachers are clerks.
III. Some clerks are not engineers.
One morning, Dhvani and Preet were sitting in a park facing each other. If Preet’s shadow fell to the left of Dhvani, then in which direction was Dhvani facing?
Three of the following four letter-clusters are alike in a certain way and one is different.
Pick the odd one out.
Select the Venn diagram that best illustrates the relationship between the following classes.
Males, Females. Daughters
‘A # B’ means ‘A is the husband of B’.
‘A @ B’ means ‘A is the daughter of B’.
‘A & B’ means ‘A is the sister of B’.
If P & Q @ D # K @ S # T, then which of the following statements is NOT correct?
Select the option that is related to the third letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster.
CARPET : RACTEP :: GOBLET : ?
Study the given pattern carefully and select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in it.
(15, 1, 7, 32) (20, 2, 7, 47) (13, 3, 7, 50) (7, 4, ?, 48)
Select the number that is related to the third number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number.
12 : 36 :: 18 : ?
Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
1, 2, 4, 4, 9, 6, 7, 8, 25, 10
Suyash starts walking from his office and walks 40 m towards the south. From there, he turns right and walks 35 m, and then he turns right again and walks 70 m. Finally, he turns right one more time and walks 75 m to reach his home. What is the shortest distance between his office and his home?
Select the figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the following figure series.
Which two signs and two numbers should be interchanged in the following equation to make it correct?
$$14 \times 8 + 64 \div 32 - 2 = 88$$
Udai walks 25 m towards the west, and then he turns left and walks 55 m. Then, he takes a right turn and walks 45 m. Then, he turns right again and walks 70 m. In which direction and what distance should he walk now to reach 15 m north of the starting point?
Three statements are given, followed by three conclusions numbered I, II and III. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
Some plants are flowers.
Some flowers are fruits.
All flowers are gardens.
Conclusions:
I. Some gardens are plants.
II. Some fruits are gardens.
III. Some gardens are flowers.
Select the correct combination of mathematical signs that can sequentially replace the * signs from left to right to balance the following equation.
30 * 3 * 16 * 4 * 24 * 70
If 16 January 2015 was Friday, then what was the day of the week on 16 January 2010?
A paper is folded and cut as shown below. How will it appear when unfolded?
Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the given words in a logical and meaningful order.
1. Food Processing
2. Plantation
3. Harvesting
4. Superstore
5. Packaging
Abhishek is Avritti’s husband. Anvi and Ankur are twins. Rubi is Avritti’s husband's sister. Ankur is Abhishek’s son. Richa is Rubi’s daughter. How is Richa related to Anvi?
If G = E < D < R and E = Y > K > Q, then which of the following options is NOT correct?
In the following Venn diagram, the rectangle stands for ‘students’, the triangle stands for ‘sportspersons’ and the circle stands for ‘hostellers’. The given numbers represent the number of persons in that particular category. How many students are both hostellers and sportspersons?
In March 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed over his social media account to Indian women achievers to share their achievements. Who among the following was NOT one of them?
Which is the highest peak of the Aravalli Mountain Range?
Who among the following is one of the members of the Pakistan National Movement,
who had coined the name Pakistan in 1933?
The Union Government of India launched the PM SVANidhi scheme in June 2020 for the benefit of:
India ranked _________ on the Global Hunger Index 2019.
In February 2020, the Indian Railways launched its first ‘Restaurant on Wheels’. The
restaurant was inaugurated at the circulating area of the ________ Railway Station.
On which of the following dates is the Global Handwashing Day observed?
In which of the following cities has the memorial dedicated to the 2nd World War been built by Japan?
In March 2020, the National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation (NHFDC) organised a week long fest for promoting entrepreneurship and knowledge among the Divyangjan community. The fest was called:
In which of the following countries is the headquarters of the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) located?
Who among the following was the recipient of the ‘National Award for Young Women Showing Excellence through Application of Technology for Societal Benefit’ in March 2020?
Which of the following states has an underground bunker museum in the official residence of its Governor?
Grafting and _________ are horticulture techniques used to join parts from two or more plants, so they appear to grow as a single plant.
Alum is made by dissolving bauxite in:
Which of the following Amendment Acts amended the Preamble of the Constitution for
the words ‘unity of the Nation’ to the words ’unity and integrity of the Nation’?
Theyyam is the ritual art form of which of the following states?
Through which of the following states does the Chambal river, a tributary of Yamuna
river, NOT pass?
Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution gives Centre the power to
take over a state administration on the recommendation of the Governor?
Which of the following terms best describes a scenario in which an economy faces
both inflation and decline in real output at the same time?
Who among the following Indian boxers secured second place in men’s 69 kg weight
category at the Asian Boxing Olympic Qualifiers held in Amman, Jordon?
The President of India may be removed from office by impeachment for:
With which of the following nations did India ink a landmark ‘Defense Pact’ in June
2020 to access each other's bases?
As per the Census of India 2011, which of the following had the least population
density among the Union Territories?
When the heavier component in a mixture settles after water is added to it, the process
is called _________ .
With which of the following countries is ‘Khon’, the masked drama dance performance
depicting the glory of Lord Rama, associated?
Which of the following states celebrates a state festival named ‘Bathukamma’?
Which of the following is NOT a Mendelian disorder?
The Union Government has given in-principle approval for setting up a major port at a
place called Vadhavan. The place is located in:
Which of the following states is the second most populous state in India as per
Census 2011?
In which of the following states is the pre-historic site called Daimabad located?
Jhijhiya Dance is a popular folk dance of which of the following states?
Which of the following devices is used in digital circuits so that information stored in
large computer memories is NOT lost during a momentary electric power failure?
Which of the following countries won the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, 2020?
Which of the following is a technique of watering plants by making use of narrow
tubings which deliver water directly at the base of the plant?
Through which of the following Constitution Amendments did the Right to Property
cease to exist as a Fundamental Right?
Who among the following Governor Generals of India formulated the Doctrine of Lapse
to deal with the issue of succession in India states during colonial rule?
In which of the following years did Jahangir die?
Which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India declares the age of 35 years
as one of the eligibility criteria for the post of the President of India?
The book titled ‘Speaking Truth to Power: My Alternative View’ is a collection of the
articles by:
Who among the following has virtually released the book of English poems titled ‘OH
Mizoram’ written by P S Sreedharan Pillai in December 20207
Which of the following gases is filled into incandescent bulbs to prolong the life of the
filament?
Which of the following rivers has been mentioned as ‘Vitasta’ in Vedic literature?
India’s oldest and largest independent, non-profit economic policy research institute,
NCAER (National Council of Applied Economic Research), was established in which of
the following years?
In human body, which of the following types of veins are located within muscle tissue
and have a corresponding artery nearby?
As per the United States Department of Agriculture, which of the following soil orders
is most widely distributed in India?
The naturally occurring gas that is generated by the breakdown of organic matter by
anaerobic bacteria and is used in energy production is called:
Which of the following is the correct description of the place called ‘Naubat Khana’
during the Mughal period?
The reports of the Comptroller and Auditor-General of India relating to accounts of a State are:
Which of the following is the wild habitat of pygmy hogs?
For which of the following countries does tennis player Novak Djokovic play?
Select the most appropriate option to improve the underlined segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to improve it, select ‘No improvement required’.
He is no clever to make sound business decisions.
Select the correct direct narration of the given sentence.
The manager suggested to his team that they postpone the meeting until all of them
had the information required.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
PRODUCE (verb)
Select the correct indirect narration of the given sentence.
The coach said to her, “First relax thoroughly before the game starts.”
Select the correct passive form of the given sentence.
The locusts have attacked the crops in Western India.
In the sentence identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
He told me that he don’t like people who are not genuinely interested in helping
others.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Moderate
Given here are four sentences. The first sentence is in correct order, while the rest of
the sentences are jumbled. Pick the option that gives their correct order.
A. Raja Ravi Verma was a famous Indian painter.
B. He was also known for making affordable prints of his paintings available to the public.
C. His works were a fusion of European art and Indian sensibility.
D. This enhanced the interest of public in fine arts.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To make up for
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To cut corners
Select the correct active voice of the given sentence.
If our liberty has to be maintained, then it must be fought for.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.
Let a strict eye be kept on rumour mongers.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
HUGE
Select the correct indirect form of the given sentence.
“Put this suitcase in the first class compartment,” said Mr. Dey to the porter.
Given here are four sentences. The first sentence is in correct order, while the rest of
the sentences are jumbled. Pick the option that gives their correct order.
A. He dipped his fingers in the milk and thrust them into the fawn’s soft wet mouth.
B. So, he dipped his fingers again and let the fawn suck them.
C. When he withdrew them, the fawn bleated frantically.
D. It sucked greedily.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
I will be joining the office _________ a week’s time.
Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.
More than 30 people were arresting on suspicion of terrorism offences in Jammu and
Kashmir.
Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If no substitution is required, select ‘No substitution required’.
Any of the boy in my team are very intelligent.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
BORING
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
His employer trusts him completely.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Under the weather
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
The gardener pruned all the rose bushes.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Hospitable
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
The officer asked the accountant why the accounts had not been reconciled.
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
Your son hasn’t caused any problems; in fact, he has been very ___________ .
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.
Ranjan said to his boss, “Will you promote me by the end of this year?”
Select the option that arranges the given sentences in the correct sequence. The first
sentence is in the correct position.
A. At a school function, after the school prayer, the Principal welcomes the chief guest.
B. This is followed by a variety entertainment programme by the school children.
C. The function comes to an end with the national anthem.
D. Then, the chief guest gives his speech and distributes prizes to students.
E. The assistant principal then proposes the vote of thanks.
Given here are four sentences. The first sentence is in correct order, while the rest of
the sentences are jumbled. Pick the option that gives their correct order.
A. Thick socks and tight shoes are worn in winters.
B. They also leave no space to move about in.
C. Hence, the skin dries up and tears.
D. These prevent the feet from receiving enough air.
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
Gravity not only causes bodies to fall but also _________ their speed.
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
It is difficult to say / which of the / two girls in that house / is the eldest?
Given here are four sentences. The first sentence is in correct order, while the rest of
the sentences are jumbled. Pick the option that gives their correct order.
A. The Rajasthani men’s style of dressing is very classical.
B. How the pagri is tied varies according to the region the people belong to.
C. It is commonly known as ‘pagri’ or ‘safa’.
D. The turban forms the most traditional form of their dress.
Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. If no substitution is required, select ‘No substitution’.
Are you trying to say that you are stupid so proud of it?
Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If no substitution is required, select ‘No substitution’.
I had no choice but from agree to the terms of the contract.
Select the correct passive voice of the given sentence.
They switched off lights in memory of the martyrs.
Select the correct indirect form of the given sentence.
The child said, “Will we stay here tonight?”
In the given sentence, identify the segment which contains a grammatical error.
The migrating labourers were served hot meals for every town or village on their way.
Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution’.
Many of the food required for the moving migrant workers is arranged by the state government.
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
In about two months, / our family will be / leaving to Australia / to settle there.
Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If no substitution is required, select ‘No substitution’.
Impending natural disasters produce us constant worry.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Emblem
Select the correct active form of the given sentence.
Hundreds of villages in West Bengal have been devastated by Cyclone Amphan.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To get cold feet
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Carnage
Select the correct active voice of the given sentence.
Panic has been caused by the sudden lockdown.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
The apple of someone’s eyes
In the given sentence, identify the segment which contains a grammatical error.
The staff is being advise to maintain distance while seated in office.
Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.
A writer who wrote this book has been selected for this year’s literature award.
Select the most appropriate option to improve the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to improve it, select ‘No improvement required’.
He waves to me whoever he sees me at the window.
Select the correct indirect form of the given sentence.
Raghav said, “You should take a week to complete the job. In case you don’t, just let me know how much time you will need.”
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Negligent
Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.
A heat wave is declare when the maximum temperature hits 45° Celsius or is above 40°
Celsius in summer.
Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If no substitution is required, select ‘No substitution’.
Some people fear of groups results in long-silences or excessive talking.
Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution’.
You should exercise regularly in the morning even if you may remain fit.
Select the correct direct narration of the given sentence.
You have asked Varun why he feels this is important for him.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
SUPPORTING
Select the correct direct narration of the given sentence.
I told my driver that it was raining heavily and requested him to drive slowly.
In the given sentence, identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
The backbone in the human body is also called as the vertebral column.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.
You said, “I will bake a walnut cake.”
Select the most appropriate option to improve the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to improve it, select ‘No improvement required’.
The little girl chatters away as she hurry up the road with her mother.
Select the correct passive voice of the given sentence.
I have written a very strong letter to the local administration regarding the deteriorating law and order situation.
Select the correct active form of the given sentence.
Everyone was charmed by her fine dance performance.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The tiger is gradually_______ a rare species.
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
The book that / | lost it / is too expensive / for me to buy now.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
She is as fearless ________ a tigress.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Batter
In the given passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
options given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
One day, my six-year-old sister (1)________us which career she should (2)_______for. My father suggested (3)_________she should become a doctor, (4)________my mother said she could (5)________a newspaper reporter. I (6)_______she would make a (7)______teacher. After a brief (8)_________my sister declared, “I will become (9)_________actress. Then I will get an (10)_________to play all these roles.”
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 8.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 9.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 10.
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
Another farmer’s cotton harvest increased from 10 quintals to 14 quintals (1)__________ using pesticides and fertilizers on the suggestion (2)__________ the local agriculture extension officer. “I (3)____________ doubts as I was going for organic cotton for the (4)__________ time,” he said, “But I saved eight thousand rupees per acre (5)__________ costs.” He sold his cotton for almost seven lakhs, (6)____________ he wants to use for his daughter’s studies and to (7)___________ a new house. Another farmer said he’s got the first (8)______________ crop’ of his life this year. The 53-year-old used to grow red gram on his (9)_____________ field. “But thanks to a government project, my village tank is full and I could (10)_____________ paddy in the Rabi season.” He reaped 66 quintals from his two acres.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 1.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 2.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 3.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 4.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 5.
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 8.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 9.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 10.
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
As legend has it, Rome was founded in 753 B.C. by Romulus and Remus, twin sons of Mars, the god of war. They had been left to drown in a basket on the Tiber river by a king of a nearby region and were rescued by a she-wolf. The twins lived to defeat that king and founded their own city on the river’s banks in 753 B.C. After killing his brother, Romulus became the first king of Rome, which is named after him. A line of Sabine, Latin and Etruscan (earlier Italian civilisations) kings followed in a non-hereditary succession.
Rome’s era as a monarchy ended in 509 B.C. with the overthrow of its seventh king, Lucius Tarquinius Superbus, whom ancient historians portrayed as cruel and tyrannical, compared to his benevolent predecessors. Rome now turned from a monarchy into a republic.
The power of the monarch passed to two annually elected magistrates called consuls. They also served as commanders-in-chief of the army. The magistrates, though elected by the people, were largely the descendants of the original senators from the time of Romulus.
In 450 B.C., the first Roman law code was inscribed on 12 bronze tablets—known as the Twelve Tables—and publicly displayed in the Roman Forum. These laws included issues of legal procedure, civil rights and property rights and provided the basis for all future Roman civil laws. By around 300 B.C. real political power in Rome was centered in the Senate.
Which of the following statements is NOT true?
Lucius Tarquinius was overthrown because he was a:
Rome became a republic in ________.
What is the passage mainly about?
Which of the following is NOT an earlier Italian civilisation as mentioned in the passage?
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.
Unlike its Nordic neighbors, Sweden decided early on in the pandemic to forgo lockdown in the hope of achieving broad immunity to the coronavirus. While social distancing was promoted, the government allowed bars, restaurants, salons, gyms and schools to stay open. Initially, Sweden saw death rates from Covid-19 that were similar to other European nations that had closed down their economies. But now, the Scandinavian nation’s daily death toll per 1 million people is 8.71 compared to the United States’ 4.59, according to online publication ‘Our World in Data’. Sweden's mortality rate is the highest in Europe.
"I'd say it hasn't worked out so well," said Dr. George Rutherford, professor of epidemiology at the University of California, San Francisco. "I think the mortality in Norway is something like ten-fold lower. That's the real comparator." (Norway's daily death rate is less than .01 per 1 million people.)
"If you let this go or don’t try very hard or go about it in somewhat of a more restrained way rather than we have here, this is the price you pay," Rutherford said. "Maybe it didn’t hurt businesses, but you have twice the mortality rate of the United States. All those people who died were part of families and they were citizens and part of the fabric of Swedish society. And now they’re gone because of a policy that hasn’t worked out quite the way they thought it would."
Scientists estimate herd immunity for the coronavirus is reached when 70-90% of the population becomes immune to a virus, either by becoming infected or getting a protective vaccine.
Despite its relaxed response, Sweden is nowhere near to hitting that goal. Tests on 1,118 Stockholm residents carried out by Sweden's Public Health Agency over one week in late April showed that only 7.3% had developed the antibodies needed to stave off the disease. “I think herd immunity is a long way off, if we ever reach it,” Bjorn Olsen, a professor of infectious medicine at Uppsala University, told Reuters after the release of the antibody findings.
Rutherford said we can keep doing non-pharmaceutical interventions like contact tracing, mask wearing and isolation quarantines, but also develop drugs that work better treating people who already have the infection so they don't require critical care in a hospital.
The death rate in Norway is:
Why did Sweden decide against having a lockdown in the country?
What was the result of having no lockdown in Sweden?
Select the option that correctly matches the words from the passage with their meanings.
a. forgo 1. Prevent
b. restrain 2. decline
c. stave off 3. control
Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Difficult times could create feelings of anxiety, insecurity, and fear. As we navigate through undesirable situations and uncertainties, we find that negativities surrounding the problems consume our mind. It is in those times that we have to exert ourselves to change our perspective and adopt a more positive and solution-driven attitude. Wise people have always chosen to leverage adversities as opportunities for growth and progress, rather than succumb to negative thought patterns. Saint Kabir described how different people respond when challenged by problems: “Gold, virtuous people and saints are resilient; you may break them a hundred times and yet they will re -join. In contrast, negative people and clay pots are fragile; once shattered, they are broken forever.”
The distinguishing feature of the successful is that they have a mind-set that enables them to remain positive in the face of adversity and even utilise the negative situation for their benefit. The eagle can teach us a few lessons on this. When the storm starts blowing, it does not cower down before it. It flies to a higher point and waits for the wind to blow over. When the storm sets in, the eagle spreads its wings and uses the draft of the wind to rise higher and higher in the sky. It does not run away from the storm, rather it uses the storm to its
advantage. While the storm rages below, the eagle soars above it.
The winning attitude to overcome despair and stress is to realise that adversities have opportunities inherent in them, and opportunities do not come without problems. Hence, difficulties and obstacles have a positive side to them as they make us grow from within. A gem gets polished with friction. The finest steel is produced by putting it in fire. Similarly, the more hardships we face, the stronger we become.
Saint Kabir believed that saintly people:
Which of the following is NOT a message that the passage gives us?
Which of the following is an ideal way of handling a difficult situation?
When there is a storm, an eagle__________.
As per the passage, when we face difficult times:
