Questions
What conclusion can be drawn from both scenarios?
Directions: Read the following scenarios and answer the question that follows:
Scenario – 1
Yousaf was a nobleman. One night a man came to him and asked for shelter and food. He said he had come because he knew that Yousaf never sent away any man disappointed. Yousaf allowed him to come into his house and entertained him. Before sunrise, he awoke the man, gave him some gold coins and a horse and told him that he could go. Tears welled up in the guest’s eyes. Being impressed with Yousaf’s behaviour he asked him if he knew that he was showing pity to the man who had murdered his son.
Scenario 2
One night Abu woke up in his sleep and saw an angle who was writing something in a book of gold. Abu asked him what he was writing. The angel told him that he was writing the named of those who loved God. Thereupon, Abu wanted to know if his name was there to which the angle answered that it was not so. Then Abu requested him to write his name among those who loved the beings of God. The angel wrote something and vanished. The next night the angel appeared again and showed Abu the list of those whom God has blessed. Lo ! Abu’s name was at the top.
- Both Abu and Yousaf were kind and soft hearted.
- They were haters of mankind.
- They had no regard for others.
- They were indignant and arrogant.
Which of the following is the correct option to show how Yousaf helped the man?
Directions: Read the following scenarios and answer the question that follows:
Scenario – 1
Yousaf was a nobleman. One night a man came to him and asked for shelter and food. He said he had come because he knew that Yousaf never sent away any man disappointed. Yousaf allowed him to come into his house and entertained him. Before sunrise, he awoke the man, gave him some gold coins and a horse and told him that he could go. Tears welled up in the guest’s eyes. Being impressed with Yousaf’s behaviour he asked him if he knew that he was showing pity to the man who had murdered his son.
Scenario 2
One night Abu woke up in his sleep and saw an angle who was writing something in a book of gold. Abu asked him what he was writing. The angel told him that he was writing the named of those who loved God. Thereupon, Abu wanted to know if his name was there to which the angle answered that it was not so. Then Abu requested him to write his name among those who loved the beings of God. The angel wrote something and vanished. The next night the angel appeared again and showed Abu the list of those whom God has blessed. Lo ! Abu’s name was at the top.
- He entertained the man and gave him a horse and some gold coins.
- He helped him for namesake only.
- He could not give him food to be consumed on the way.
- He proved to be a rogue and stole his things.
What is in your opinion the best option which conveys the moral of the above story?
Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question that follows.
The night was cold and dark. There was a great storm, thunder and lighting. Most men and animals, adequately protected, were happily asleep in their homes. But, some worried monkeys were searching the forest for a warm home. They looked everywhere for shelter.
Suddenly they saw some fireflies, which have a light in their tails. The monkeys took it to be a fire. They said, “We will go near it and warm ourselves.” There was a flock of birds in a tree nearby. One bird had a kind heart and it felt sorry for the monkeys. It called out to the monkeys and said, “That is not a fire, my friends. Those are fireflies. They give no heat. It is futile to run after them.” The monkeys got furious. One monkey said rudely, “Is it so? We don’t want unsolicited advice. We will teach you a lesson for saying there is no fire.” They jumped up the tree and pulled the nest. “Alas!” said the bird, “why did I try to help a fool?”
- All that glitters in not gold.
- God helps those who help themselves.
- Advise only when it is asked for.
- To kill two birds with one stone.
The second paragraph in the story shows that
Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question that follows.
The night was cold and dark. There was a great storm, thunder and lighting. Most men and animals, adequately protected, were happily asleep in their homes. But, some worried monkeys were searching the forest for a warm home. They looked everywhere for shelter.
Suddenly they saw some fireflies, which have a light in their tails. The monkeys took it to be a fire. They said, “We will go near it and warm ourselves.” There was a flock of birds in a tree nearby. One bird had a kind heart and it felt sorry for the monkeys. It called out to the monkeys and said, “That is not a fire, my friends. Those are fireflies. They give no heat. It is futile to run after them.” The monkeys got furious. One monkey said rudely, “Is it so? We don’t want unsolicited advice. We will teach you a lesson for saying there is no fire.” They jumped up the tree and pulled the nest. “Alas!” said the bird, “why did I try to help a fool?”
- all animals are not wise
- one good turn deserves another
- the adage ‘do good and forget’ is true
- help should be given only when sought
The text is described as a
Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question that follows.
The night was cold and dark. There was a great storm, thunder and lighting. Most men and animals, adequately protected, were happily asleep in their homes. But, some worried monkeys were searching the forest for a warm home. They looked everywhere for shelter.
Suddenly they saw some fireflies, which have a light in their tails. The monkeys took it to be a fire. They said, “We will go near it and warm ourselves.” There was a flock of birds in a tree nearby. One bird had a kind heart and it felt sorry for the monkeys. It called out to the monkeys and said, “That is not a fire, my friends. Those are fireflies. They give no heat. It is futile to run after them.” The monkeys got furious. One monkey said rudely, “Is it so? We don’t want unsolicited advice. We will teach you a lesson for saying there is no fire.” They jumped up the tree and pulled the nest. “Alas!” said the bird, “why did I try to help a fool?”
- moral tale
- urban legend
- children's story
- humorous anecdote
The monkeys in the story should have learned the importance of
Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question that follows.
The night was cold and dark. There was a great storm, thunder and lighting. Most men and animals, adequately protected, were happily asleep in their homes. But, some worried monkeys were searching the forest for a warm home. They looked everywhere for shelter.
Suddenly they saw some fireflies, which have a light in their tails. The monkeys took it to be a fire. They said, “We will go near it and warm ourselves.” There was a flock of birds in a tree nearby. One bird had a kind heart and it felt sorry for the monkeys. It called out to the monkeys and said, “That is not a fire, my friends. Those are fireflies. They give no heat. It is futile to run after them.” The monkeys got furious. One monkey said rudely, “Is it so? We don’t want unsolicited advice. We will teach you a lesson for saying there is no fire.” They jumped up the tree and pulled the nest. “Alas!” said the bird, “why did I try to help a fool?”
- making arrangements for a bad season
- not being taken in by false hopes
- not acting without thoughts
- helping others in trouble
The second scenario clearly states that
Directions: Read the following scenarios and answer the question that follows:
Scenario – 1
Yousaf was a nobleman. One night a man came to him and asked for shelter and food. He said he had come because he knew that Yousaf never sent away any man disappointed. Yousaf allowed him to come into his house and entertained him. Before sunrise, he awoke the man, gave him some gold coins and a horse and told him that he could go. Tears welled up in the guest’s eyes. Being impressed with Yousaf’s behaviour he asked him if he knew that he was showing pity to the man who had murdered his son.
Scenario 2
One night Abu woke up in his sleep and saw an angle who was writing something in a book of gold. Abu asked him what he was writing. The angel told him that he was writing the named of those who loved God. Thereupon, Abu wanted to know if his name was there to which the angle answered that it was not so. Then Abu requested him to write his name among those who loved the beings of God. The angel wrote something and vanished. The next night the angel appeared again and showed Abu the list of those whom God has blessed. Lo ! Abu’s name was at the top.
- Abu was a lover of mankind
- Abu was a lover of angels
- Abu respectfully asked the angel to go away
- Abu was disturbed in his sleep
Most of the men were in their homes because
Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question that follows.
The night was cold and dark. There was a great storm, thunder and lighting. Most men and animals, adequately protected, were happily asleep in their homes. But, some worried monkeys were searching the forest for a warm home. They looked everywhere for shelter.
Suddenly they saw some fireflies, which have a light in their tails. The monkeys took it to be a fire. They said, “We will go near it and warm ourselves.” There was a flock of birds in a tree nearby. One bird had a kind heart and it felt sorry for the monkeys. It called out to the monkeys and said, “That is not a fire, my friends. Those are fireflies. They give no heat. It is futile to run after them.” The monkeys got furious. One monkey said rudely, “Is it so? We don’t want unsolicited advice. We will teach you a lesson for saying there is no fire.” They jumped up the tree and pulled the nest. “Alas!” said the bird, “why did I try to help a fool?”
- there were monkeys everywhere
- there were swarms of fireflies
- the night was cold, dark and stormy
- the forest was thick
Which of these words best describes the characteristic of Yousaf in scenario 1?
Directions: Read the following scenarios and answer the question that follows:
Scenario – 1
Yousaf was a nobleman. One night a man came to him and asked for shelter and food. He said he had come because he knew that Yousaf never sent away any man disappointed. Yousaf allowed him to come into his house and entertained him. Before sunrise, he awoke the man, gave him some gold coins and a horse and told him that he could go. Tears welled up in the guest’s eyes. Being impressed with Yousaf’s behaviour he asked him if he knew that he was showing pity to the man who had murdered his son.
Scenario 2
One night Abu woke up in his sleep and saw an angle who was writing something in a book of gold. Abu asked him what he was writing. The angel told him that he was writing the named of those who loved God. Thereupon, Abu wanted to know if his name was there to which the angle answered that it was not so. Then Abu requested him to write his name among those who loved the beings of God. The angel wrote something and vanished. The next night the angel appeared again and showed Abu the list of those whom God has blessed. Lo ! Abu’s name was at the top.
- Supportive
- Nobility
- Conflicting
- Attacking
Which two sayings express similar sentiments?
Directions: Read the given statements and answer the question that follows.
A. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
B. Barking dogs seldom bite.
C. Time once lost cannot be recalled.
D. Better an egg today than a hen tomorrow.
- B and D
- B and C
- A and C
- A and D
Which saying tells people to realise the value of time?
Directions: Read the given statements and answer the question that follows.
A. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
B. Barking dogs seldom bite.
C. Time once lost cannot be recalled.
D. Better an egg today than a hen tomorrow.
- C
- D
- A
- B
One bird who had a kind heart spoke for the benefit of
Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question that follows.
The night was cold and dark. There was a great storm, thunder and lighting. Most men and animals, adequately protected, were happily asleep in their homes. But, some worried monkeys were searching the forest for a warm home. They looked everywhere for shelter.
Suddenly they saw some fireflies, which have a light in their tails. The monkeys took it to be a fire. They said, “We will go near it and warm ourselves.” There was a flock of birds in a tree nearby. One bird had a kind heart and it felt sorry for the monkeys. It called out to the monkeys and said, “That is not a fire, my friends. Those are fireflies. They give no heat. It is futile to run after them.” The monkeys got furious. One monkey said rudely, “Is it so? We don’t want unsolicited advice. We will teach you a lesson for saying there is no fire.” They jumped up the tree and pulled the nest. “Alas!” said the bird, “why did I try to help a fool?”
- the monkeys
- the fireflies
- his community
- the forest
What time of the day was it when the man came to Yousaf?
Directions: Read the following scenarios and answer the question that follows:
Scenario – 1
Yousaf was a nobleman. One night a man came to him and asked for shelter and food. He said he had come because he knew that Yousaf never sent away any man disappointed. Yousaf allowed him to come into his house and entertained him. Before sunrise, he awoke the man, gave him some gold coins and a horse and told him that he could go. Tears welled up in the guest’s eyes. Being impressed with Yousaf’s behaviour he asked him if he knew that he was showing pity to the man who had murdered his son.
Scenario 2
One night Abu woke up in his sleep and saw an angle who was writing something in a book of gold. Abu asked him what he was writing. The angel told him that he was writing the named of those who loved God. Thereupon, Abu wanted to know if his name was there to which the angle answered that it was not so. Then Abu requested him to write his name among those who loved the beings of God. The angel wrote something and vanished. The next night the angel appeared again and showed Abu the list of those whom God has blessed. Lo ! Abu’s name was at the top.
- Afternoon
- Morning
- Evening
- Night
The words, “tears welled up in the guest’s eyes” are about the attribute of
Directions: Read the following scenarios and answer the question that follows:
Scenario – 1
Yousaf was a nobleman. One night a man came to him and asked for shelter and food. He said he had come because he knew that Yousaf never sent away any man disappointed. Yousaf allowed him to come into his house and entertained him. Before sunrise, he awoke the man, gave him some gold coins and a horse and told him that he could go. Tears welled up in the guest’s eyes. Being impressed with Yousaf’s behaviour he asked him if he knew that he was showing pity to the man who had murdered his son.
Scenario 2
One night Abu woke up in his sleep and saw an angle who was writing something in a book of gold. Abu asked him what he was writing. The angel told him that he was writing the named of those who loved God. Thereupon, Abu wanted to know if his name was there to which the angle answered that it was not so. Then Abu requested him to write his name among those who loved the beings of God. The angel wrote something and vanished. The next night the angel appeared again and showed Abu the list of those whom God has blessed. Lo ! Abu’s name was at the top.
- love
- trust
- respect
- confidence
If Manjeet decided to lie to his parents about his mischief in the school, what is most likely to be the immediate effect of his decision?
- His parents might come to know from his teacher.
- His teacher might ring up parents.
- He does not understand how to improve himself.
- He is worried and can not sleep properly.
Which of the following statements expresses the ideal relationship between the two categories “farmers” and “their hired labourers”?
- Some farmers are people with integrity.
- All farmers are people with integrity.
- All the hired labourers are people with integrity.
- Some farmers and some hired labourers are people with integrity.
The horizontal tricolour of deep saffron at the top, white in the middle and dark green at the bottom reminds us of the National Flag.
Which of the following would not be an example of such a reference?
- Mango – The National Fruit
- Peacock – The National Bird
- The Ganges – The National River
- Bhangra – The Haryanvi dance
In the following question, an underlined idiom is followed by four alternative choices. Select from among the given alternatives which best explains the meaning of the idiom.
The father gave the lion’s share to the youngest son because the latter had no property.
- small portion
- equal portion
- major portion
- part portion