Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order.
1. Senior secondary school
2. Primary school
3. Secondary school
4. Kindergarten
5. College
SSC Stenographer 12th Oct 2023 Shift 1
For the following questions answer them individually
Which figure should replace the question mark (?) in the following series to continue the pattern?
In a certain code language, ‘EXIST’ is written as ‘FYHTU’ and ‘ABOVE’ is written as ‘BCNWF’. How will ‘WORLD’ be written in that language?
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the given sets.
(NOTE : Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding /subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is NOT allowed)
(30, 625, 5)
(20, 225, 5)
‘F $$+$$ R’ means ‘F is the mother of R’
‘F $$-$$ R’ means ‘F is the father of R’
‘F $$\div$$ R’ means ‘F is the husband of R’
‘F $$\times$$ R’ means ‘F is the daughter of R’
If ‘$$A \div C \times B + Q - Z$$’, how is Q related to A?
Which of the following interchange of numbers (not digits) would make the given equation correct?
$$14 \times 4 \div 10 + 10 - 20 = 2$$
Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
69, 70, 74, 83, ?, 124
Which letter-cluster will replace the question mark (?) to complete the given series?
TUWA, ?, RISI, QEQO, PAOU
How many triangles are there in the given figure?
Three of the following four letter-clusters are alike in a certain way and one is different.
Pick the odd one out.
Seven people Tanu, Rano, Beena, Shirin, Kanak, Aditya and Anshul are sitting in a straight row, facing north. Only two people sit to the left of Tanu. Only three people sit between Tanu and Rano. Beena sits second to the right of Shirin. Beena is an immediate neighbour of Rano. Kanak sits to the immediate right of Aditya.
Who sits at the extreme right end of the row?
Select the correct combination of mathematical signs that can sequentially replace ‘A’ and balance the following equation.
28 A 14 A 12 A 6 A 4 A 3 A 4
Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).
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 holders are hangers.
All hangers are hammers.
Some hammers are axes.
Conclusions:
I. Some axes are hangers.
II. Some hammers are holders.
III. Some hangers are holders.
Two statements are given followed by conclusions numbered 1 and 2. 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:
1. Some mammals are animals.
2. All animals are birds.
Conclusions:
1. All birds are animals.
2. Some mammals are birds.
Which of the following terms will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
NLJ, JHF, FDB, BZX,?
A, B, C, D, E, F and G are of different heights. A is taller than only two people. D is shorter than only G. F is taller than A but shorter than B. C is shorter than E. How many people are shorter than E?
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the given set. (NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding /deleting /multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.)
(4, 10, 23)
(8, 22, 47)
‘A $$+$$ B’ means ‘A is the brother of B’
‘A $$-$$ B’ means ‘A is the mother of B’
‘A $$\times$$ B’ means ‘A is the husband of B’
‘A $$\div$$ B’ means ‘A is the sister of B’
If ‘$$C + M - S \times K - T \div Q$$’, then which of the following statements is NOT correct?
Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word.
(The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word.)
Clock : Time :: Compass : ?
Select the option that is related to the sixth number in the same way as the first number is related to the second number and the third number is related to the fourth number.
44 : 4 :: 287 : 7 :: ? : 10
If ‘$$+$$’ means ‘divided by’. ‘$$-$$’ means ‘added to’, ‘$$\times$$’ means ‘subtracted from’ and ‘$$\div$$’ means ‘multiplied by’, what will be the value of the following expression?
$$(43 \times 23 -(4 \div 3)) + (12 - 4) \div 3$$
Salman starts from his office and drives 29 km towards South. Then he turns right and drives 16 km, again he turns right and drives 29 km. Finally he turns right and drives 13 km. At what distance is he from his start point in a straight line?
Select the figure from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series .
Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
13, 39, 65, 91, 117, ?
Two statements are given followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. 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 blankets are quilts.
Some quilts are bedsheets.
Conclusions:
I. All quilts are blankets.
II. All blankets are bedsheets.
Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
363, 344, 325, 306, ?
A paper is folded and cut as shown below. How will it appear when unfolded?
Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word.
(The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word)
Sack : Jute :: Basket : ?
If ‘A’ stands for ‘$$\div$$’, ‘B’ stands for ‘$$\times$$’, ‘C’ stands for ‘$$+$$’ and ‘D’ stands for ‘$$−$$’, what will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation?
11 B 10 D 18 A 3 C 8 = ?
If D = B > C = F and F < B = E < A, then which of the following options is NOT correct?
Three of the following four letter-clusters are alike in a certain way and one is different.
Pick the odd one out.
Seven people, A, B, C, D, E, F and G, are sitting in a straight row, facing north. Only 2 people sit to the left of E. G is an immediate neighbour of E. B sits to the immediate right of F. Only 3 people sit between G and F. A sits to the immediate left of D.
Who sits at the extreme left end of the row?
Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
63, 78, 108, 153, ?
Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
5, 14, 17, ?, 37
Select the figure that will come next in the following series.
What are the two signs to be interchanged for making the following equation correct?
$$\left[\left\{( 82 + 22) - ( 6 \times 2 )\right\} \div ( 2 - 4 )\right] \times 2 = 24$$
If ‘$$+$$’ means ‘$$−$$‘, ‘$$−$$‘ means ‘$$\times$$’, ‘$$\div$$’ means ‘$$+$$’, ‘$$\times$$’ means ‘$$\div$$’, then what is the value of the following expression?
$$7 − 12 + 72 \times 3 \div 11 =$$ ?
Select the option that is related to the fourth number in the same way as the first number is related to the second number and the fifth number is related to the sixth number?
54 : 3 :: ? : 4 :: 500 : 5
In a certain code language, ‘ACTION’ is written as ‘DFWFLK’ and ‘BISHOP’ is written as ‘ELVELM’. How will ‘MATTER’ be written in that language?
Which of the following terms will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
DCZ, FFY, ?, JLW, LOV
Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following sets.
(NOTE : Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed)
(6, 12, 9)
(7, 23, 15)
Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary.
1. Fontina
2. Fondue
3. Fondled
4. Fondant
5. Fontanel
6. Fonder
Point A is 30 m to the east of Point B. Point C is 43 m to the south of Point A. Point C is 45 m to the east of Point D. Point E is 14 m to the south of Point D. Point F is 35 m to the east of Point E. In which direction is Point B with respect to Point F?
Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).
Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
1) All breads are cakes.
2) Some cakes are pastries.
3) All pastries are toffees.
Conclusions:
I. All cakes are toffees.
II. No bread is a pastry
Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).
If $$1^{st}$$ January 2017 was Sunday, then what day of the week was on $$1^{st}$$ January 2016?
Select the option that is related to the fifth number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number and the fourth number is related to the third number.
15 : 220 :: 10 : 95 :: 12 : ?
Which of the following layers contains ozone?
Which of the following causes can be attributed to an immense pressure on agricultural land in India?
a) Right of inheritance
b) Uneconomic land holding size
c) Division of land
d) Multiple cropping
What was the dominant source of income in the Vijaynagar Empire?
Who wrote the book ‘If God Was A Banker’?
Which device was invented by Carl Friedrich Gauss and Wilhelm Eduard Weber in 1833?
Match the following.
Shri SL Bhyrappa received Padma Bhushan in the year 2023 for distinguished service of high order in which field?
Which of the following Musical instruments arts is popularised by Ustad Allarakha Qureshi?
Limba Ram is associated with which sport?
In July 1968, Indira Gandhi, the then Prime Minister of India, officially recorded impressive strides of the Green Revolution in agriculture by releasing a special stamp entitled _____________.
The Reserve Bank of India was nationalised on _________.
In December 2022, who sworn-in as the Chief Minister of Gujarat?
According to the Planning Commission of India (2011-12), what is the percentage of the population below the poverty line in Chandigarh?
Through the $$73^{th}$$ Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992, the government fulfilled the constitutional obligation stated in Article _________ .
Who is the Union Minister of Tourism, as of March 2023?
Mangrove forests of West Bengal are also called:
Who among the following is the author of the novel ‘Tamas’?
Which Article deals with the election of the Vice President?
The Indian Olympic Association is affiliated to __________.
According to the Planning Commission of India (2011-2012), which group of states has the highest percentage of population below the property line?
Who designed India Gate, also called the All-India War Memorial?
Dispute between two or more states is subject to ___________ jurisdiction of the Supreme Court.
In which case the body's immune system attacks the actual enteric factor protein or the lining of your stomach?
Attacks the cells that produce it?
How many circles does a target have in archery?
In which year did India organise the Asian Games for the second time?
During the Second Five Year Plan, how many integrated steel plants were set up with foreign collaboration?
In which year was the tableau of the Union Territory, Ladakh, displayed for the first time at the Rajpath in New Delhi?
Select the correct alternative of the basis of the given statements on the drainage system of the Harappan civilisation.
Statement I: In most of the Harappan cities, the houses had open drainage systems outside.
Statement II: In the Harappan civilisation, water and garbage used to drain out from the drains located outside the houses and go into the main underground drain.
Which of the following Acts is also known as Morley-Minto Reforms?
Sree Narayana Guru considered the differences based on caste and religion as meaningless and advocated the principle of ‘One Caste, one Religion and one God’ for all. He belonged to which of the following organisations?
Who among the following singers has been awarded with Bharat Ratna?
Which structure layer in some cell types is mainly composed of carbohydrates such as cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin in the ratio 4 : 3 : 3 and some fatty substances such as wax?
Which of the following industries are engaged in the re-production and multiplication of certain spices of plants and animals with the object of sale?
Which of the following statements is true?
Statement I: Indian techniques such as Rasa and Bhawa in classical dances have their origins in Bharatmuni’s Natyashastra.
Statement II: Bharatanatyam has its origin in Odisha.
Which of the following is a Sinhalese (Sri Lankan) account, which is an important account of the Maurya Empire?
Who was the author of “Mahabhashya”?
The primary function of which channel protein is to transport water across the cell membrane in response to the osmotic gradient created by active solute transport?
‘Goal’ is the autobiography of _______.
When RBI decides to decrease the repo rate, money supply will _________ .
Which unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon composed of 20 carbon atoms is used to make candles and paraffin wax with solar energy storage capacity?
Which of the following is NOT a member of the Arthropoda phylum?
What is the full form of DFC?
‘Gugga Naumi’ - the festival celebrated in Haryana and some parts of Punjab, Rajasthan, UP and Himachal Pradesh ______ is known as the festival of:
Which Peshwa signed the treaty of Bassein with the East India Company?
Which of the following is NOT an alkaline earth metal?
Sattriya dance form is famous in which of these states?
Padma Bhushan, Guru Vempati Chinna Satyam is renowned for having trained hundreds of students in which of the following dance forms?
Which of the following is the correct match between column-A and column-B?
In which Five-Year Plan were Removal of Poverty (Garibi Hatao) and Self-Reliance declared as major plan objectives?
Which award is presented by the National Institute of Indian Classical Dance?
Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.
Yesterday, I went to the store and buy some groceries.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
The class teacher told, “Kneel down in the corridor.”
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
My brother is resembling my mother.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the bracketed word in the following sentence to fill in the blank.
My favourite ________ (deface) of his home is the large, farmhouse-style kitchen.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
The stranger had intended the execution of the plot but the boys thwarted it with their subtlety.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Virtue
Select the option that expresses the following sentence in passive voice.
The audience loudly cheered the student leader’s speech.
Identify the ANTONYM of the following word in the given sentence.
Divulge
The culprit surprised everyone by opting to conceal the secret execution of his plans even after getting beaten by the police.
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.During the period, Europeans were looking for a faster method to reach India by sailing across Africa, and Da Gama succeeded.
B.At that time, gold, spices and other valuables were highly valued in Europe.
C.Vasco da Gama was a Portuguese navigator who sailed from Europe to India.
D.However, they had to travel a vast distance by sea and land to reach them in Asia.
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
No sooner had I reached the station when the train started moving.
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. Following the demise of the Indus Valley civilisation, the Aryans migrated to India.
B. There is proof that the Aryans possessed a scientific outlook.
C. They held that the universe was regulated by a natural law known as Panchbhutas (five components).
D. Prithvi (heart), Ap (water), Tejas (heat), Vayu (air), and Akasa (sky) are these factors.
Sentences of a paragraph are given below. While the first and the last sentences (S1 and S6) are in the correct order, the sentences in between are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
S1. Sania asked Piyush how he had fared in the examination the week before.
A. Piyush then requested Sania not to talk about it.
B. Piyush said that he had done very badly and was afraid that he would not clear the exam.
C. Sania exclaimed that this was his foolish fear.
D. Sania wanted to know the reason for this request.
S6. She knew Piyush was a hard-working boy and would definitely clear the exam.
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
It takes me an hour / to get to work at the moment, / but when the new road is finished, / it be much quicker.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Brave
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
Salman finishes the work / within hours but he / delays it if not / accompanying by Rohit.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
It is a misconception that the more you learn, the more likely you are to succeed.
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’.
Suitable to the instructions from the higher officials, the government land was allotted to the poor.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Under the weather
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
She promised me a treat.
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
They wondered about in sheepskins and goatskins in those days.
Select the correct option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If no substitution is required, select ‘No substitution’.
"Speak slow lest you will wake up mommy”, said Emily to Tess.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.
He said, “I am living in Ludhiana.”
The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error.
Select the part that contains the error from the given options.
She has been speaking / four languages / very fluent / since childhood.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Apprehension
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
I’m sure that time / changes things, but it / didn’t change anything / unlike my perception of you.
Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Physical activity has been projected to be helpful on avoidance of depression, by the experts.
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Unless you don’t answer my question , I will not leave.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
My mother asked me, “Who is the new Mathematics teacher?”
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
The scientist says that while the complete core meltdown at Chernobyl was a major disaster, it had fall far short of catastrophe many nuclear power critics had feared, the so-called ‘China Syndrome’.
Select the option that expresses the following sentence in passive voice.
The students have presented national level projects to the jury successfully.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Spill the beans
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.
Will the gift be delivered by her?
Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
The constant noise from the construction site next door is starting to make me extremely angry.
Select the option that can substitute the underlined word segment with the most appropriate idiom.
Denim jackets are in fashion these days.
Select the grammatically correct sentence.
A.One of most serious issues with youngsters is an addiction to social media. An issue which needs attention.
B.One of the most serious issues with youngsters is addiction to social media. An issue which needs attention.
C.One of the most serious issues with youngsters is an addiction to social media.
Issue which needs attention.
D.One of the most serious issues with youngsters is an addiction to social media. An issue which needs attention.
The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error.
Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.
The Arabian Nights / have / many interesting stories for readers.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
They have built a new bridge across the river.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Explicit
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
A few boys were kept up because of disobedience.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
I kicked the ball.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.
Can you give her a book?
Select the correct direct narration of the given sentence.
Neeraj said that he would go as soon as it was possible.
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
He was fatiguing because he spent seven break-less hours on the computer.
Select the option that expresses the following sentence in indirect speech.
She said to me, “I have often told you not to play with fire.”
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
The excessive using of pocket calculators can stultify your capacity to do mental calculations.
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the following sentence.
After much of efforts, I could finally hit the nail on the head and succeed.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Beneficial
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
Riya asked, “Are you feeling fine?”
Identify the ANTONYM of the following word in the given sentence.
Humility
The little girl was humble enough to negate the ideology of her classmate whose arrogance was indomitable.
Sentences of a paragraph are given below. While the first and the last sentences (S1 and S6) are in the correct order, the sentences in between are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
S1. Generation gap is actually the difference between the ebullience of youth on the one hand and the caution and prudence of old age on the other.
A. Or, it is expression of the rivalry between the old and the young.
B. The old declare the younger lot to be arrogant fools; the young declare the older people to be senile and insipid.
C. The old want to prolong their hold on authority while the young are over-eager to grab it.
D. The gulf between the two generations cannot be bridged.
S6. However, in modern times, lifestyles are changing so fast that the gap between any two successive generations becomes easily perceptible.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Contentment
Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.
By the way a lorry crashed into the car but the boys were lucky and escaped with only minor injuries.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported (or indirect) speech.
Mohan said to Hari, “I will study for the exam.”
The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error.
Select the part that contains the error from the given options.
The team played / extremely / good / during the match.
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Me and Samridhi live here.
Parts of a paragraph are given below. While the first and the last sentences (S1 and S6) are in the correct order, the parts in between are jumbled up. Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
S1. Obesity is a condition where the body accumulates excess fat, leading to a considerable increase in the body weight.
A. This means adverse health effects on the people of our country
B. Such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, heart diseases leading to premature death.
C. It is assuming alarming proportions in our country.
D. To avoid this, lifestyle needs to be changed.
S6. Lack of sports and sedentary lifestyle also contribute to higher obesity level.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following sentence.
One should celebrate every triumph in life.
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
If you have / faith in God, / everything turn out / to be all right.
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
The security asked him who he was and which flat he wished to visit.
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. Pandit Vidyadhar Bhattacharya was consulted by Sawai Jai Singh II of Jaipur when creating these enormous instruments.
B. The word Jantar Mantar, which in Sanskrit signifies instruments and formulas, has been corrupted.
C. His measurements of the equinoxes' precession and the ecliptic's obliquity are his two most important contributions to astronomy.
D. Samrat Yantra, Ram Yantra, and Jai Prakash were his original creations.
In question, four alternatives are given for the idiom under in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the underlined idiom.
Mr. Avinash is very nice and friendly, but his brother is very toffee-nosed.
Sentences of a paragraph are given below. While the first and the last sentences (S1 and S6) are in the correct order, the sentences in between are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
S1. One can find ants anywhere on earth.
A. They also use chemicals called pheromones to leave scent.
B. They can communicate effectively with each other.
C. Thus, they are called the earth’s most successful species.
D. There are about 2,000 species of ants.
S6. These scent trails help other ants to follow.
Select the option that changes the form of narration in the following sentence.
My sister asked me, “When will I be allowed to go to the church?”
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
On 25 August 1925, the Royal Commission on Indian Currency and Finance ___________ the establishment of the Central Bank of India.
Select the option that expresses the following sentence in passive voice.
I was carrying the Indian flag.
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The London Eye, formally known as Millennium Wheel, was officially called the British Airways London Eye and then the Merlin Entertainments London Eye. The London Eye, a giant Ferris Wheel, is situated (I)_________ the banks of the River Thames in London, England. Since 20 January 2011, its official name is the EDP Energy London Eye following a three-year sponsorship deal. The (II)________ structure is 135 m tall and the wheel has a diameter of 120 m or 394 feet. This Ferris Wheel, which is the tallest in Europe, claims to be the most popular paid tourist (III)_______ in the United Kingdom. It is visited by over 3.5 million people annually making it London’s most popular tourist attraction for which an admission fee is charged and is sometimes credited with sparking a worldwide revival of Ferris wheel Construction When erected in 1999 it was the tallest Ferris wheel in the world. Until (IV)__________ first by the 160 m Star of Nanchang in 2006 and then the 165 m Singapore Flyer in 2008. (V)_________ by an A-frame on the side only, the Eye is described as ‘the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel’. It provides the highest public viewing point and can be considered as the 20th tallest structure in London.
Read the given passage carefully and select the appropriate word in the context of the whole passage to fill in the blank.
The London Eye, a giant Ferris Wheel, is situated (I)_________ the banks of the River Thames in London, England.
In the given passage the suitable word for blank (I) is:
Read the given passage carefully and select the appropriate word in the context of the whole passage to fill in the blank.
The (II)________ structure is 135 m tall and the wheel has a diameter of 120 m.
In the given passage the suitable word for blank (II) is:
Read the given passage carefully and select the appropriate word in the context of the whole passage to fill in the blank.
This Ferris Wheel, which is the tallest in Europe, claims to be the most popular paid tourist (III)_______ in the United Kingdom.
In the given passage the suitable word for blank (III) is:
Read the given passage carefully and select the appropriate word in the context of the whole passage to fill in the blank.
It is visited by over 3.5 million people annually. When erected in 1999 it was the tallest Ferris wheel in the world. Until (IV)__________ first by the 160 m Star of Nanchang in 2006 and then the 165 m Singapore Flyer in 2008.
In the given passage the suitable word for blank (IV) is:
Read the given passage carefully and select the appropriate word in the context of the whole passage to fill in the blank.
(V)_________ by an A-frame on the side only, the Eye is described as ‘the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel’.
In the given passage the suitable word for blank (V) is:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Global warming is a significant (1)_____ issue that requires immediate attention. The (2)______ of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere has led to a (3)_____ increase in average temperatures worldwide. This phenomenon (4)_____ various adverse effects on the environment, including (5)_____ weather patterns and rising sea levels.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
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.
Necessity is an (1)________ force that compels a man to do things. It stirs the mind so (2) ________ that it causes great unrest that continues until the necessity is (3) ________. As order comes out of (4) ________ chaos so does an invention out of some (5) ________.
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In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Fire is a significant factor in human (1)________. The Stone Age man was the first to discover and use fire, which provided him (2) ________ and a means to cook food. Initially, he produced fire by rubbing two stones, and the (3) ________ between two stones generated fire. But this process was very (4) ________ and he wanted to discover a less laborious way of producing fire. For this he had to first preserve the fire. He discovered a fire band and carried it everywhere. This discovery led to the invention of torches and lamps that could be used for (5) ________, and preserving flame. So, we can say that fire is an accidental invention.
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Read the given passage and answer the question that follows.
Sustainable utensils are proving to be a crucial tool in our collective efforts towards building a greener and more environmentally conscious world. These utensils, often made from renewable resources such as bamboo or plant-based materials like cornstarch, offer a myriad of benefits. Firstly, sustainable utensils significantly reduce our reliance on single-use plastics. Plastic cutlery, traditionally used for convenience, contributes to the vast amounts of waste that end up in landfills and oceans, polluting ecosystems and harming marine life. By switching to sustainable alternatives, we can minimise this environmental damage. Secondly, sustainable utensils are biodegradable or compostable, meaning they can break down naturally over time. This ensures that even if they do end up in landfills, they won't persist for centuries like plastic does. Instead, they return to the Earth without leaving a lasting negative impact. These utensils can be reused multiple times, further reducing waste. Many sustainable options are durable and washable, making them a viable long-term solution.
What is the main focus of the passage?
What distinguishes sustainable utensils from plastic cutlery?
Based on the information provided in the passage, which among the following is NOT an example of sustainable utensil?
Which materials are commonly used to make sustainable utensils?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of sustainable utensils?
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Cybercrime refers to any illegal activity that involves the use of technology or computer networks. As technology continues to advance and more people depend on it for their daily lives, the threat of cybercrime becomes more prevalent. Cybercriminals can carry out various types of attacks, including hacking, phishing, ransomware attacks and identity theft. One of the most common forms of cybercrime is hacking, where a cybercriminal gains unauthorised access to a computer system or network. This type of attack can be particularly devastating, as it can give the hacker access to sensitive information such as financial data, personal information or intellectual property. Cybercriminals can also use malware to infiltrate systems, steal information or cause damage to the network.
Phishing is another common form of cybercrime that involves tricking people into providing personal information or login credentials. Cybercriminals will often create fake websites or emails that look legitimate to convince users to give up their information. These attacks can be very effective because they often target people's trust in legitimate businesses or institutions.
Ransomware attacks have become increasingly prevalent in recent years, where cybercriminals use malware to lock a victim's computer or files until a ransom is paid. This type of attack can be particularly damaging for businesses, as it can result in lost revenue, damage to reputation and a disruption in operations.
Identity theft is another major form of cybercrime, where cybercriminals steal someone's personal information to access financial accounts, apply for credit or commit other crimes in their name. This can be particularly damaging for individuals, as it can take months or even years to fully recover from the damage.
Cybercrime is a global problem that affects individuals, businesses and governments alike. It can cause significant financial losses, damage to reputation and disruptions to daily life. To combat cybercrime, individuals and organisations must take proactive measures to protect themselves, including using strong passwords, keeping software up to date and being cautious when opening emails or clicking links.
Governments and law enforcement agencies also have a role to play in combatting cybercrime. They can work to strengthen cybersecurity laws, increase funding for cybersecurity initiatives and collaborate with international partners to investigate and prosecute cybercriminals.
Overall, cybercrime is a complex and ever-evolving problem requiring a multi-faceted approach. By taking proactive measures and working together, we can reduce the threat of cybercrime and protect ourselves and our communities from its damaging effects.
Which of the following are facts given in the passage?
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
Which of the following best describes the tone of the passage?
What is phishing ?
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Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
In a study, the University of Colorado in Denver observed a group of nurses who visited pregnant mothers. After the women gave birth, the nurses made approximately twenty visits before the children turned two years old. When the benefits to the children were studied, the researchers found that the children were emotionally less vulnerable to fear. The children learned languages sooner. They also had higher mental development scores than the control group without the nurses’ support. The benefits to the children because of this simple intervention of the nurses’ support were observed even fifteen years later.
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Which statement best summarises the passage?
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Unsusceptible
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What can one infer from the passage?
