PSA (IX) Language & Qualitative - 6

Fill blank (i).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Biogas ______(i)_____ obtained from animal dung and other agricultural wastes.  Animal dung and other agricultural wastes are mixed with water and ________(ii)_______ into a digester. In the absence of air, the biomass ________(iii)_______ to give a combustible gas, _________(iv)_______ is a mixture of gases like methane, carbon dioxide, hydrogen and hydrogen sulphide.

Fill blank (iii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Cinema not only entertains _______(i)_______ educates the masses. No other media seems _______(ii)_______ attractive to the youth than cinema. It has ______(iii)__ _____ the attention of every class of people.  The huge popularity of the cinema is clearly seen and many advantages are ______(iv)_______ to it.

Which of these is closest in meaning to the word 'hatched' in line 1?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

1. Dinosaurs hatched eggs and the young ones had legs and lungs.
2. The first dinosaurs to develop resembled their reptile ancestors.
3. They were slender and probably no bigger than a turkey.
4. And, like a turkey, they walked on their hind legs.
5. They lived in low, swampy places.
6. Then an enormous and very heavy asteroid hit the earth and blasted a thick layer of dust to block out sunlight for as long as five years.
7. The plants died and the dinosaurs were deprived of food.
8. Eventually they starved to death.

Which of these is closest in meaning to the word 'eventually' as in line 8?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

1. Dinosaurs hatched eggs and the young ones had legs and lungs.
2. The first dinosaurs to develop resembled their reptile ancestors.
3. They were slender and probably no bigger than a turkey.
4. And, like a turkey, they walked on their hind legs.
5. They lived in low, swampy places.
6. Then an enormous and very heavy asteroid hit the earth and blasted a thick layer of dust to block out sunlight for as long as five years.
7. The plants died and the dinosaurs were deprived of food.
8. Eventually they starved to death.

Which of these is closest in meaning to the word 'ancestors' in line 2?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

1. Dinosaurs hatched eggs and the young ones had legs and lungs.
2. The first dinosaurs to develop resembled their reptile ancestors.
3. They were slender and probably no bigger than a turkey.
4. And, like a turkey, they walked on their hind legs.
5. They lived in low, swampy places.
6. Then an enormous and very heavy asteroid hit the earth and blasted a thick layer of dust to block out sunlight for as long as five years.
7. The plants died and the dinosaurs were deprived of food.
8. Eventually they starved to death.

Which of these is closest in meaning to the word 'swampy' in line 5?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

1. Dinosaurs hatched eggs and the young ones had legs and lungs.
2. The first dinosaurs to develop resembled their reptile ancestors.
3. They were slender and probably no bigger than a turkey.
4. And, like a turkey, they walked on their hind legs.
5. They lived in low, swampy places.
6. Then an enormous and very heavy asteroid hit the earth and blasted a thick layer of dust to block out sunlight for as long as five years.
7. The plants died and the dinosaurs were deprived of food.
8. Eventually they starved to death.

Which of these is closest in meaning to the word 'blasted' in line 6?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

1. Dinosaurs hatched eggs and the young ones had legs and lungs.
2. The first dinosaurs to develop resembled their reptile ancestors.
3. They were slender and probably no bigger than a turkey.
4. And, like a turkey, they walked on their hind legs.
5. They lived in low, swampy places.
6. Then an enormous and very heavy asteroid hit the earth and blasted a thick layer of dust to block out sunlight for as long as five years.
7. The plants died and the dinosaurs were deprived of food.
8. Eventually they starved to death.

Fill blank (iv).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The scientific revolutions of the 20^th century ______(i)______ to many technologies, which promise ______(ii)______ wholly new eras in many fields. As we stand today ______(iii)______ the beginning of a new century, we have to ensure fullest use of these developments for the well being of our people. Science and technology ______(iv)______ an integral part of Indian civilisation and culture over the past several millennia.

Fill blank (ii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Biogas ______(i)_____ obtained from animal dung and other agricultural wastes.  Animal dung and other agricultural wastes are mixed with water and ________(ii)_______ into a digester. In the absence of air, the biomass ________(iii)_______ to give a combustible gas, _________(iv)_______ is a mixture of gases like methane, carbon dioxide, hydrogen and hydrogen sulphide.

Which of these is closest in meaning to the word 'hind' as in line 4?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

1. Dinosaurs hatched eggs and the young ones had legs and lungs.
2. The first dinosaurs to develop resembled their reptile ancestors.
3. They were slender and probably no bigger than a turkey.
4. And, like a turkey, they walked on their hind legs.
5. They lived in low, swampy places.
6. Then an enormous and very heavy asteroid hit the earth and blasted a thick layer of dust to block out sunlight for as long as five years.
7. The plants died and the dinosaurs were deprived of food.
8. Eventually they starved to death.

Fill blank (iv).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Biogas ______(i)_____ obtained from animal dung and other agricultural wastes.  Animal dung and other agricultural wastes are mixed with water and ________(ii)_______ into a digester. In the absence of air, the biomass ________(iii)_______ to give a combustible gas, _________(iv)_______ is a mixture of gases like methane, carbon dioxide, hydrogen and hydrogen sulphide.

Fill blank (i).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Cinema not only entertains _______(i)_______ educates the masses. No other media seems _______(ii)_______ attractive to the youth than cinema. It has ______(iii)__ _____ the attention of every class of people.  The huge popularity of the cinema is clearly seen and many advantages are ______(iv)_______ to it.

Fill blank (iv).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Cinema not only entertains _______(i)_______ educates the masses. No other media seems _______(ii)_______ attractive to the youth than cinema. It has ______(iii)__ _____ the attention of every class of people.  The huge popularity of the cinema is clearly seen and many advantages are ______(iv)_______ to it.

Fill blank (iii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The scientific revolutions of the 20^th century ______(i)______ to many technologies, which promise ______(ii)______ wholly new eras in many fields. As we stand today ______(iii)______ the beginning of a new century, we have to ensure fullest use of these developments for the well being of our people. Science and technology ______(iv)______ an integral part of Indian civilisation and culture over the past several millennia.

Fill blank (ii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Cinema not only entertains _______(i)_______ educates the masses. No other media seems _______(ii)_______ attractive to the youth than cinema. It has ______(iii)__ _____ the attention of every class of people.  The huge popularity of the cinema is clearly seen and many advantages are ______(iv)_______ to it.

Fill blank (ii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The scientific revolutions of the 20^th century ______(i)______ to many technologies, which promise ______(ii)______ wholly new eras in many fields. As we stand today ______(iii)______ the beginning of a new century, we have to ensure fullest use of these developments for the well being of our people. Science and technology ______(iv)______ an integral part of Indian civilisation and culture over the past several millennia.

Which of these is closest in meaning to the words ‘deprived of’ as used in line 7?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

1. Dinosaurs hatched eggs and the young ones had legs and lungs.
2. The first dinosaurs to develop resembled their reptile ancestors.
3. They were slender and probably no bigger than a turkey.
4. And, like a turkey, they walked on their hind legs.
5. They lived in low, swampy places.
6. Then an enormous and very heavy asteroid hit the earth and blasted a thick layer of dust to block out sunlight for as long as five years.
7. The plants died and the dinosaurs were deprived of food.
8. Eventually they starved to death.

Fill blank (iii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Student : I want to improve my English but I am unable to do it.

Teacher : What is the problem?

Students : I hesitate ____(i)____ speaking. Sentences do not come in my mind and I just fall flat.
Teacher : Do you practice grammar?
Student : I practice _____(ii)_____.
Teacher : You need to practice it daily as it will help you in speaking.
Student : How will it help me?
Teacher : Sentences will automatically come in your mind if you know grammar as grammar will help your mind construct sentences. As a result you will be able to speak without hesitation.
Student : Is that all I need to do?
Teacher : Only having the knowledge of grammar is not enough. We need to practice speaking daily to master the language. I advise you to speak English _____(iii)_____. Be sure, soon you will be fluent in English speaking. English is very easy language and can be learnt. You just need to put your sincere efforts.
Student : Thank you for your valuable suggestions. I will act _____(iv)_____ your advice.

Fill blank (i).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Student : I want to improve my English but I am unable to do it.

Teacher : What is the problem?

Students : I hesitate ____(i)____ speaking. Sentences do not come in my mind and I just fall flat.
Teacher : Do you practice grammar?
Student : I practice _____(ii)_____.
Teacher : You need to practice it daily as it will help you in speaking.
Student : How will it help me?
Teacher : Sentences will automatically come in your mind if you know grammar as grammar will help your mind construct sentences. As a result you will be able to speak without hesitation.
Student : Is that all I need to do?
Teacher : Only having the knowledge of grammar is not enough. We need to practice speaking daily to master the language. I advise you to speak English _____(iii)_____. Be sure, soon you will be fluent in English speaking. English is very easy language and can be learnt. You just need to put your sincere efforts.
Student : Thank you for your valuable suggestions. I will act _____(iv)_____ your advice.

Fill blank (iv).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Student : I want to improve my English but I am unable to do it.

Teacher : What is the problem?

Students : I hesitate ____(i)____ speaking. Sentences do not come in my mind and I just fall flat.
Teacher : Do you practice grammar?
Student : I practice _____(ii)_____.
Teacher : You need to practice it daily as it will help you in speaking.
Student : How will it help me?
Teacher : Sentences will automatically come in your mind if you know grammar as grammar will help your mind construct sentences. As a result you will be able to speak without hesitation.
Student : Is that all I need to do?
Teacher : Only having the knowledge of grammar is not enough. We need to practice speaking daily to master the language. I advise you to speak English _____(iii)_____. Be sure, soon you will be fluent in English speaking. English is very easy language and can be learnt. You just need to put your sincere efforts.
Student : Thank you for your valuable suggestions. I will act _____(iv)_____ your advice.

Which of these is closest in meaning to the word 'slender' in line 3?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

1. Dinosaurs hatched eggs and the young ones had legs and lungs.
2. The first dinosaurs to develop resembled their reptile ancestors.
3. They were slender and probably no bigger than a turkey.
4. And, like a turkey, they walked on their hind legs.
5. They lived in low, swampy places.
6. Then an enormous and very heavy asteroid hit the earth and blasted a thick layer of dust to block out sunlight for as long as five years.
7. The plants died and the dinosaurs were deprived of food.
8. Eventually they starved to death.

Which words in the passage make it clear that the sharks are dangerous?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The great white shark is one of the most recognisable sharks in the world. The only shark larger than a great white is the whale shark. Great white sharks have been found in each of the world's oceans. Even though they have been spotted in waters as shallow as three feet (one metre) deep, these sharks spend most of their time in deep coastal waters. One of the most noticeable features of the great white is the dorsal fin which rises out of the water when a great white swims near the surface of the  ocean. The fins on other side of the shark are called pectoral fins and they help to direct the shark closer to the surface or deeper into sea. The shark’s tail is powered by very strong muscles. It sweeps the tail side to side and can reach speeds of up to 15 miles per hour (24 kilometres per hour). White sharks have never been kept in captivity for longer than 7 months; so scientists are unsure how long they live. It is believed that their life span is almost 30 years. The great white shark is the most feared predator of the ocean, by people and by sea creatures alike!

Fill blank (ii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Student : I want to improve my English but I am unable to do it.

Teacher : What is the problem?

Students : I hesitate ____(i)____ speaking. Sentences do not come in my mind and I just fall flat.
Teacher : Do you practice grammar?
Student : I practice _____(ii)_____.
Teacher : You need to practice it daily as it will help you in speaking.
Student : How will it help me?
Teacher : Sentences will automatically come in your mind if you know grammar as grammar will help your mind construct sentences. As a result you will be able to speak without hesitation.
Student : Is that all I need to do?
Teacher : Only having the knowledge of grammar is not enough. We need to practice speaking daily to master the language. I advise you to speak English _____(iii)_____. Be sure, soon you will be fluent in English speaking. English is very easy language and can be learnt. You just need to put your sincere efforts.
Student : Thank you for your valuable suggestions. I will act _____(iv)_____ your advice.

Which of the following statements is correct according to the passage?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The great white shark is one of the most recognisable sharks in the world. The only shark larger than a great white is the whale shark. Great white sharks have been found in each of the world's oceans. Even though they have been spotted in waters as shallow as three feet (one metre) deep, these sharks spend most of their time in deep coastal waters. One of the most noticeable features of the great white is the dorsal fin which rises out of the water when a great white swims near the surface of the  ocean. The fins on other side of the shark are called pectoral fins and they help to direct the shark closer to the surface or deeper into sea. The shark’s tail is powered by very strong muscles. It sweeps the tail side to side and can reach speeds of up to 15 miles per hour (24 kilometres per hour). White sharks have never been kept in captivity for longer than 7 months; so scientists are unsure how long they live. It is believed that their life span is almost 30 years. The great white shark is the most feared predator of the ocean, by people and by sea creatures alike!

Fill blank (iii).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

Biogas ______(i)_____ obtained from animal dung and other agricultural wastes.  Animal dung and other agricultural wastes are mixed with water and ________(ii)_______ into a digester. In the absence of air, the biomass ________(iii)_______ to give a combustible gas, _________(iv)_______ is a mixture of gases like methane, carbon dioxide, hydrogen and hydrogen sulphide.

What is the purpose of pectoral fins?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The great white shark is one of the most recognisable sharks in the world. The only shark larger than a great white is the whale shark. Great white sharks have been found in each of the world's oceans. Even though they have been spotted in waters as shallow as three feet (one metre) deep, these sharks spend most of their time in deep coastal waters. One of the most noticeable features of the great white is the dorsal fin which rises out of the water when a great white swims near the surface of the  ocean. The fins on other side of the shark are called pectoral fins and they help to direct the shark closer to the surface or deeper into sea. The shark’s tail is powered by very strong muscles. It sweeps the tail side to side and can reach speeds of up to 15 miles per hour (24 kilometres per hour). White sharks have never been kept in captivity for longer than 7 months; so scientists are unsure how long they live. It is believed that their life span is almost 30 years. The great white shark is the most feared predator of the ocean, by people and by sea creatures alike!

What is the main idea in the passage?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The great white shark is one of the most recognisable sharks in the world. The only shark larger than a great white is the whale shark. Great white sharks have been found in each of the world's oceans. Even though they have been spotted in waters as shallow as three feet (one metre) deep, these sharks spend most of their time in deep coastal waters. One of the most noticeable features of the great white is the dorsal fin which rises out of the water when a great white swims near the surface of the  ocean. The fins on other side of the shark are called pectoral fins and they help to direct the shark closer to the surface or deeper into sea. The shark’s tail is powered by very strong muscles. It sweeps the tail side to side and can reach speeds of up to 15 miles per hour (24 kilometres per hour). White sharks have never been kept in captivity for longer than 7 months; so scientists are unsure how long they live. It is believed that their life span is almost 30 years. The great white shark is the most feared predator of the ocean, by people and by sea creatures alike!

Fill blank (i).

Directions: Read the following passage having some numbered blanks.

The scientific revolutions of the 20^th century ______(i)______ to many technologies, which promise ______(ii)______ wholly new eras in many fields. As we stand today ______(iii)______ the beginning of a new century, we have to ensure fullest use of these developments for the well being of our people. Science and technology ______(iv)______ an integral part of Indian civilisation and culture over the past several millennia.

Scientists are not sure about the life span of sharks due to

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The great white shark is one of the most recognisable sharks in the world. The only shark larger than a great white is the whale shark. Great white sharks have been found in each of the world's oceans. Even though they have been spotted in waters as shallow as three feet (one metre) deep, these sharks spend most of their time in deep coastal waters. One of the most noticeable features of the great white is the dorsal fin which rises out of the water when a great white swims near the surface of the  ocean. The fins on other side of the shark are called pectoral fins and they help to direct the shark closer to the surface or deeper into sea. The shark’s tail is powered by very strong muscles. It sweeps the tail side to side and can reach speeds of up to 15 miles per hour (24 kilometres per hour). White sharks have never been kept in captivity for longer than 7 months; so scientists are unsure how long they live. It is believed that their life span is almost 30 years. The great white shark is the most feared predator of the ocean, by people and by sea creatures alike!

Why have sharks not been kept in captivity for longer than 7 months?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The great white shark is one of the most recognisable sharks in the world. The only shark larger than a great white is the whale shark. Great white sharks have been found in each of the world's oceans. Even though they have been spotted in waters as shallow as three feet (one metre) deep, these sharks spend most of their time in deep coastal waters. One of the most noticeable features of the great white is the dorsal fin which rises out of the water when a great white swims near the surface of the  ocean. The fins on other side of the shark are called pectoral fins and they help to direct the shark closer to the surface or deeper into sea. The shark’s tail is powered by very strong muscles. It sweeps the tail side to side and can reach speeds of up to 15 miles per hour (24 kilometres per hour). White sharks have never been kept in captivity for longer than 7 months; so scientists are unsure how long they live. It is believed that their life span is almost 30 years. The great white shark is the most feared predator of the ocean, by people and by sea creatures alike!

What can be the title for the passage?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The space age began in 1957 when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the world's first man-made satellite. Also in 1957, Sputnik 2 was launched carrying a dog named Laika. Laika was the first animal to orbit the Earth. In 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to pilot a spacecraft when he was launched aboard Vostok 1 by the Soviet Union. Later that year, Alan Shepard became the first American to pilot a spacecraft. He was followed by John Glenn, who orbited the Earth three times in 1962.
In 1963, the United States and the Soviet Union started a race to see who could put a man on the moon first. In 1969, the United States won when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed the Lunar Module Eagle on the moon's surface.

What is the purpose of putting space stations into orbit?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The space age began in 1957 when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the world's first man-made satellite. Also in 1957, Sputnik 2 was launched carrying a dog named Laika. Laika was the first animal to orbit the Earth. In 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to pilot a spacecraft when he was launched aboard Vostok 1 by the Soviet Union. Later that year, Alan Shepard became the first American to pilot a spacecraft. He was followed by John Glenn, who orbited the Earth three times in 1962.
In 1963, the United States and the Soviet Union started a race to see who could put a man on the moon first. In 1969, the United States won when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed the Lunar Module Eagle on the moon's surface.

Which phrase or set of words shows the professional rivalry of USA and Soviet Union?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The space age began in 1957 when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the world's first man-made satellite. Also in 1957, Sputnik 2 was launched carrying a dog named Laika. Laika was the first animal to orbit the Earth. In 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to pilot a spacecraft when he was launched aboard Vostok 1 by the Soviet Union. Later that year, Alan Shepard became the first American to pilot a spacecraft. He was followed by John Glenn, who orbited the Earth three times in 1962.
In 1963, the United States and the Soviet Union started a race to see who could put a man on the moon first. In 1969, the United States won when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed the Lunar Module Eagle on the moon's surface.

Whose record helped the USA win the race with the Soviet Union?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The space age began in 1957 when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the world's first man-made satellite. Also in 1957, Sputnik 2 was launched carrying a dog named Laika. Laika was the first animal to orbit the Earth. In 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to pilot a spacecraft when he was launched aboard Vostok 1 by the Soviet Union. Later that year, Alan Shepard became the first American to pilot a spacecraft. He was followed by John Glenn, who orbited the Earth three times in 1962.
In 1963, the United States and the Soviet Union started a race to see who could put a man on the moon first. In 1969, the United States won when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed the Lunar Module Eagle on the moon's surface.

Which of the following statements is true?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The space age began in 1957 when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the world's first man-made satellite. Also in 1957, Sputnik 2 was launched carrying a dog named Laika. Laika was the first animal to orbit the Earth. In 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to pilot a spacecraft when he was launched aboard Vostok 1 by the Soviet Union. Later that year, Alan Shepard became the first American to pilot a spacecraft. He was followed by John Glenn, who orbited the Earth three times in 1962.
In 1963, the United States and the Soviet Union started a race to see who could put a man on the moon first. In 1969, the United States won when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed the Lunar Module Eagle on the moon's surface.

What proved to be the platform for making numerous visits to space?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the question that follows.

The space age began in 1957 when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the world's first man-made satellite. Also in 1957, Sputnik 2 was launched carrying a dog named Laika. Laika was the first animal to orbit the Earth. In 1961, Yuri Gagarin became the first human to pilot a spacecraft when he was launched aboard Vostok 1 by the Soviet Union. Later that year, Alan Shepard became the first American to pilot a spacecraft. He was followed by John Glenn, who orbited the Earth three times in 1962.
In 1963, the United States and the Soviet Union started a race to see who could put a man on the moon first. In 1969, the United States won when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed the Lunar Module Eagle on the moon's surface.