Questions
Directions: In the given question, a sentence is divided into three parts (A), (B) and (C). One of these parts may have an error. Mark that part as your answer. If the sentence is correct as given, mark your answer as (D).
Talent is (A)/ not acquired (B)/ and is inborn. (C)/ No error (D)
- (A)
- (B)
- (C)
- (D)
Directions: In the given question, a sentence is divided into three parts (A), (B) and (C). One of these parts may have an error. Mark that part as your answer. If the sentence is correct as given, mark your answer as (D).
You must (A)/ check your expenses (B)/ after it is too late. (C)/ No error (D)
- (A)
- (B)
- (C)
- (D)
Directions: In the given question, a sentence is divided into three parts (A), (B) and (C). One of these parts may have an error. Mark that part as your answer. If the sentence is correct as given, mark your answer as (D).
I shall (A)/ deal in (B)/ him later. (C)/ No error (D)
- (A)
- (B)
- (C)
- (D)
Directions: In the given question, a sentence is divided into three parts (A), (B) and (C). One of these parts may have an error. Mark that part as your answer. If the sentence is correct as given, mark your answer as (D).
Nobody was (A)/ listening to (B)/ his tail of woe. (C)/ No error (D)
- (A)
- (B)
- (C)
- (D)
Directions: In the given question, a sentence is divided into three parts (A), (B) and (C). One of these parts may have an error. Mark that part as your answer. If the sentence is correct as given, mark your answer as (D).
Please fill up (A)/ these form (B)/ and give it back to me. (C)/ No error (D)
- (A)
- (B)
- (C)
- (D)
Directions: In this question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with appropriate word(s). Choose the correct alternative out of the four given alternatives.
There was not ________ water in the jug.
- much
- many
- a few
- few
Directions: In this question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with appropriate word(s). Choose the correct alternative out of the four given alternatives.
The quality of these apples _____ good.
- are
- is
- were
- was being
Directions: In this question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Choose the correct alternative out of the four given alternatives.
I shall stand by you _______ thick and thin.
- in
- into
- about
- through
Directions: In this question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Choose the correct alternative out of the four given alternatives.
You can buy this mobile from _______ stores across the country.
- hardware
- various
- abundant
- limitless
Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
Abolish
- Abnormal
- Absorb
- Cancel
- Abominable
Directions: In this question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Choose the correct alternative out of the four given alternatives.
She resembles _________ her mother.
- with
- after
- to
- No preposition is needed
Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
Admonish
- Warn
- Exhort
- Ask
- Penalise
Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which is opposite in meaning to the given word.
Lavish
- Misleading
- Economical
- Quiet
- Short
Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which is correctly spelt.
- Labouratory
- Labortory
- Labortary
- Laboratory
Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which is opposite in meaning to the given word.
Repel
- Obstruct
- Agitate
- Attract
- Invite
Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which is correctly spelt.
- Etiquette
- Etiquate
- Etiquete
- Ettiquette
Directions: Choose the correct alternative for the underlined part.
The project will not be completed as the two brothers are working at cross purposes.
- quarrel with each other
- having different intentions
- are working for each other
- dislike each other
Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words.
A backstage room in a theatre where performers may rest or receive visitors
- Red room
- Yellow room
- Green room
- Pink room
Directions: In this question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
If you rub me the wrong way, I am bound to react.
- Annoy me
- Abuse me
- Flatter me
- Encourage me
Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words.
A book of accounts showing debits and credits
- Catalogue
- Ledger
- Directory
- None of the above
Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words.
Art of judging character using facial features
- Astronomy
- Physiognomy
- Trigonometry
- Numismatics
Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is option (4).
Life in earth is no more as simple as it used to be.
- of
- off
- on
- No improvement
Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is option (4).
The man is known for his elegance.
- by
- to
- of
- No improvement
Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Active/Passive voice.
You must take this medicine.
- This medicine was taken by you.
- This medicine must be taken by you.
- Medicine should be taken.
- This medicine must been taken by you.
Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Active/Passive voice.
I can write a book on grammar.
- A book on grammar can be written by me.
- A book on grammar could be written by me.
- A book on grammar is written by me.
- A book on grammar can written by me.
Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Active/Passive voice.
We have taken the initiative.
- The initiative have been taken by us.
- The initiative has been taken by us.
- The initiative is taken by us.
- The initiative was taken by us.
Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Active/Passive voice.
Did he write a letter to his sister?
- Was a letter wrote to his sister by him?
- Was a letter written by him?
- Was a letter to his sister written by him?
- Is a letter to his sister written by him?
Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Direct/Indirect form.
He said to me, ”Why did you insult me?”
- He asked me why you insulted me?
- He asked me why I had insulted him.
- He asked me why I had insulted him?
- He asked me why did you insult me.
Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Direct/Indirect form.
The teacher said, “I am busy now.”
- The teacher said that I am busy now.
- The teacher said that he is busy now.
- The teacher said that he is busy then.
- The teacher said that he was busy then.
Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Direct/Indirect form.
He said to me, “Do you play chess?”
- He asked me if I play chess.
- He asked me if I played chess.
- He told me that I played chess.
- He said to me if I played chess.
Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Direct/Indirect form.
The teacher said to the students, “Sit down.”
- The teacher told the students to sit down.
- The teacher ordered the students to sit down.
- The teacher order the students to sit down.
- The teacher ordered the students that sit down.
Directions: In this question, the first and the last sentences/parts of the passage/sentences are numbered S1 and S2. The rest of the passage/sentences are split into four parts and named P, Q, R, S. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Read the passage or sentences and find out which of the four combinations is correct.
S1. I went on a visit to South-East Asia in the early eighties.
P. I was impressed by smart Thai girls.
Q. They did all types of work, from filling petrol to servicing and washing cars.
R. They were clad in jeans.
S. I was inspired.
S2. I introduced the concept at home.
- PRQS
- PSQR
- PRSQ
- SPQR
Directions: In this question, the first and the last sentences/parts of the passage/sentences are numbered S1 and S2. The rest of the passage/sentences are split into four parts and named P, Q, R, S. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Read the passage or sentences and find out which of the four combinations is correct.
S1. The invention of printing is a milestone in the history of civilisation.
P. In the Middle ages all books were copied by hand.
Q. Now, anyone could possess copies of great classics.
R. Books were hence rare and costly.
S. After1460, printing made a plentiful supply of books possible.
S2. With this invention to aid, new ideas spread all over Europe.
- PSQR
- PRSQ
- SQRP
- SRPQ
Directions: In this question, the first and the last sentences/parts of the passage/sentence are numbered S1 and S2. The rest of the passage/sentence is split into four parts and named P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Read the passage/sentence and find out which of the four combinations is correct.
S1. Taking a photograph with a camera is an art.
P. First we load the camera with the film carefully.
Q. Then we operate the advance lever to bring the film to the correct number and set the aperture.
R. Next we observe the correct distance and focus the lens on the person or object to be photographed.
S. When we are satisfied with everything, we remove the shutter cap and replace the shutter.
S2. In case we do not go through the whole process, the snap may be spoilt.
- PQSR
- SRQP
- PQRS
- RSPQ
Directions: In this question, the first and the last sentences/parts of the passage/sentence are numbered S1 and S2. The rest of the passage/sentence is split into four parts and named P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Read the passage/sentence and find out which of the four combinations is correct.
S1. An official release said that
P. the families below the poverty line, issuance of special cards to
Q. the centre has issued guidelines covering 12 points
R. with emphasis on the proper identification of
S. for the successful implementation of the TPDS
S2. the identified families and setting up of vigilance committees.
- QSRP
- SRPQ
- RSQP
- RQPS
Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Active/Passive voice.
Some boys were helping the wounded woman.
- The wounded woman was being helped by some boys.
- The wounded woman were being helped by some boys.
- The wounded woman was helped by some boys.
- The wounded woman was being helped by them.
Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Direct/Indirect form.
He said to Raman, “I can easily beat you in the 200 m race."
- He said to Raman that he could easily beat him in the 200 m race.
- He told Raman that he could easily beat him in the 200 m race.
- He told Raman that he can easily beat him in the 200 m race.
- He told Raman that I could easily beat him in the 200 m race.
Fill blank (ii).
Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer to the question out of the four alternatives and fill in the blank.
The relations between India and Pakistan have always been ____(i)____. The very birth of Pakistan was ____(ii)____ by a lot of bloodshed and communal ____(iii)____. India was broken up ____(iv)____ the units - India and Pakistan. Pakistan was then made up of west Pakistan and east Pakistan. In course of time, east Pakistan raised a banner of ____(v)____ and got an independent status in the form of Bangladesh. The present Pakistan is thus a truncated Pakistan.
- accompany
- accompanied
- brought
- segregated
Fill blank (iii).
Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer to the question out of the four alternatives and fill in the blank.
The relations between India and Pakistan have always been ____(i)____. The very birth of Pakistan was ____(ii)____ by a lot of bloodshed and communal ____(iii)____. India was broken up ____(iv)____ the units - India and Pakistan. Pakistan was then made up of west Pakistan and east Pakistan. In course of time, east Pakistan raised a banner of ____(v)____ and got an independent status in the form of Bangladesh. The present Pakistan is thus a truncated Pakistan.
- rights
- riots
- meetings
- peace
Fill blank (v).
Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer to the question out of the four alternatives and fill in the blank.
The relations between India and Pakistan have always been ____(i)____. The very birth of Pakistan was ____(ii)____ by a lot of bloodshed and communal ____(iii)____. India was broken up ____(iv)____ the units - India and Pakistan. Pakistan was then made up of west Pakistan and east Pakistan. In course of time, east Pakistan raised a banner of ____(v)____ and got an independent status in the form of Bangladesh. The present Pakistan is thus a truncated Pakistan.
- truth
- revolt
- command
- cooperation
Fill blank (i).
Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer to the question out of the four alternatives and fill in the blank.
The relations between India and Pakistan have always been ____(i)____. The very birth of Pakistan was ____(ii)____ by a lot of bloodshed and communal ____(iii)____. India was broken up ____(iv)____ the units - India and Pakistan. Pakistan was then made up of west Pakistan and east Pakistan. In course of time, east Pakistan raised a banner of ____(v)____ and got an independent status in the form of Bangladesh. The present Pakistan is thus a truncated Pakistan.
- changed
- changes
- change
- changing
Fill blank (iv).
Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer to the question out of the four alternatives and fill in the blank.
The relations between India and Pakistan have always been ____(i)____. The very birth of Pakistan was ____(ii)____ by a lot of bloodshed and communal ____(iii)____. India was broken up ____(iv)____ the units - India and Pakistan. Pakistan was then made up of west Pakistan and east Pakistan. In course of time, east Pakistan raised a banner of ____(v)____ and got an independent status in the form of Bangladesh. The present Pakistan is thus a truncated Pakistan.
- into
- in
- to
- No preposition
The girl laughed at
Directions: Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to the given question out of the four alternatives.
It was not the first or the second time; I found that the two had met. The Cabuliwallah had overcome the child's first terror by a judicious bribery of nuts and almonds and the two were now good friends. They had many quaint jokes which afforded them much amusement. Seated in front of him, looking down on his gigantic frame in all her tiny dignity, Mini would ripple her face with laughter and begin, “Oh, Cabuliwallah! Cabuliwallah! What have you got in your bag?”
- the quaint jokes
- the gigantic frame of the Cabuliwallah
- the nuts and the almonds
- the big bag carried by the Cabuliwallah
Bribe in the passage has been used by the Cabuliwallah
Directions: Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to the given question out of the four alternatives.
It was not the first or the second time; I found that the two had met. The Cabuliwallah had overcome the child's first terror by a judicious bribery of nuts and almonds and the two were now good friends. They had many quaint jokes which afforded them much amusement. Seated in front of him, looking down on his gigantic frame in all her tiny dignity, Mini would ripple her face with laughter and begin, “Oh, Cabuliwallah! Cabuliwallah! What have you got in your bag?”
- judiciously
- critically
- morally
- vaguely
According to the narrator, the child and the Cabuliwallah had met
Directions: Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to the given question out of the four alternatives.
It was not the first or the second time; I found that the two had met. The Cabuliwallah had overcome the child's first terror by a judicious bribery of nuts and almonds and the two were now good friends. They had many quaint jokes which afforded them much amusement. Seated in front of him, looking down on his gigantic frame in all her tiny dignity, Mini would ripple her face with laughter and begin, “Oh, Cabuliwallah! Cabuliwallah! What have you got in your bag?”
- once
- twice
- several times
- None of these
'Quaint jokes' mean
Directions: Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to the given question out of the four alternatives.
It was not the first or the second time; I found that the two had met. The Cabuliwallah had overcome the child's first terror by a judicious bribery of nuts and almonds and the two were now good friends. They had many quaint jokes which afforded them much amusement. Seated in front of him, looking down on his gigantic frame in all her tiny dignity, Mini would ripple her face with laughter and begin, “Oh, Cabuliwallah! Cabuliwallah! What have you got in your bag?”
- unusual jokes
- stupid jokes
- funny jokes
- childish jokes
The word 'gigantic' implies
Directions: Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to the given question out of the four alternatives.
It was not the first or the second time; I found that the two had met. The Cabuliwallah had overcome the child's first terror by a judicious bribery of nuts and almonds and the two were now good friends. They had many quaint jokes which afforded them much amusement. Seated in front of him, looking down on his gigantic frame in all her tiny dignity, Mini would ripple her face with laughter and begin, “Oh, Cabuliwallah! Cabuliwallah! What have you got in your bag?”
- small
- tiny
- enormous
- funny
Directions: In this question, the first and the last parts of the sentence are numbered S1 and S2, respectively. The rest of the sentence is split into four parts and named P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in their proper order. Read the sentence and find out which of the four combinations is correct.
S1. When all the members were seated,
P. during the previous year
Q. the secretary came to the dais
R. and read out the report
S. detailing the activities of the organisation
S2. and plans for the coming year.
- PQRS
- SPQR
- RSPQ
- QRSP
Directions: In this question, the first and the last sentences are numbered S1 and S2, respectively. The rest of the passage/sentence is split into four parts and named P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Read the sentences and find out which of the four combinations is correct.
S1. A special programme to
P. development processes to meet the requirement of
Q. would be necessary till such a day
R. that enough jobs are created through the
S. guarantee work to the unemployed
S2. those seeking a means of livelihood.
- QSPR
- RPSQ
- SQRP
- PRSQ
Directions: Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
He was completely at sea about the cause of her death.
- Anxious
- Confused
- Ignorant
- Certain