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Reading Comprehension Questions

Multiple choice

The balance-sheet is related to the income statement in the same way that:

Directions: Read the following passage and answer the given question.

Accounting is the process of identifying, measuring and communicating economic information to permit informed judgements and decisions by the users of the information, It primarily focusses on measurement, analysis, interpretation and use of information, As an information system, accounting links an information source, a channel of communication and set of receivers. Accounting system should be designed to classify financial information on a basis suitable for decision-making purposes and to process the tremendous quantities of data efficiently and accurately. Financial accounting is concerned with providing information to external users and it is oriented towards the preparation of final statements which summarises the results of operations for selected periods of time and show the financial position of business at particular date. Management accounting is concerned with providing information to managers to carry out their responsibilities and functions such as planning, execution, control and decision- making. The end product of the financial accounting process is a set of reports called financial statement, such as, profit and loss account, balance-sheet and statement of changes in financial position. Profit & loss account shows the results of operations for a period of time, balance-sheet shows financial position on certain date and statement of changes in financial position shows where the financial resources have come and where they have gone.

  1. A point in time is related to a period of time

  2. A period of time is related to a point in time

  3. A point in time is related to another point

  4. A period of time period of time is related to another
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

As stated in the passage, the balance-sheet shows financial position at a particular date (point in time), while the profit & loss account shows results of operations for a period of time. Therefore, a balance-sheet (point in time) is related to an income statement (period of time).

Multiple choice

The properties own by a business enterprise are called:

Directions: Read the following passage and answer the given question.

Accounting is the process of identifying, measuring and communicating economic information to permit informed judgements and decisions by the users of the information, It primarily focusses on measurement, analysis, interpretation and use of information, As an information system, accounting links an information source, a channel of communication and set of receivers. Accounting system should be designed to classify financial information on a basis suitable for decision-making purposes and to process the tremendous quantities of data efficiently and accurately. Financial accounting is concerned with providing information to external users and it is oriented towards the preparation of final statements which summarises the results of operations for selected periods of time and show the financial position of business at particular date. Management accounting is concerned with providing information to managers to carry out their responsibilities and functions such as planning, execution, control and decision- making. The end product of the financial accounting process is a set of reports called financial statement, such as, profit and loss account, balance-sheet and statement of changes in financial position. Profit & loss account shows the results of operations for a period of time, balance-sheet shows financial position on certain date and statement of changes in financial position shows where the financial resources have come and where they have gone.

  1. Assets

  2. Liabilities

  3. Capital

  4. Owner's Equity
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Assets are economic resources owned by a business enterprise that have future economic value. The passage defines balance-sheet as showing financial position, which includes assets, liabilities, and equity. Properties owned by the business are its assets.

Multiple choice
Directions: Select the option that is the best substitute for the parenthesis given in the passage.
For too long now international aid has served as a crutch, rather than a cure for the developing economies of the world. As nations of the Third World limped from economic crisis to crisis in the past, (.). Usually well–intentioned, sometimes malafide, flows of aid have seldom paved the ways for strong and sustained economic growth.

  1. they have only found themselves sinking deeper into the morass

  2. they kept learning from their mistakes

  3. they have, indeed, seen a bright past

  4. their role in the international politics has been become stronger
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

‘Limped from economic crisis to crisis’ easily helps us to identify the idea given in option (1), with the passage. There has been no reference to ideas expressed in option (2), (3) and (4). Therefore, correct answer for this question is option (1).

Multiple choice

Directions: Select the option that is the best substitute for the parenthesis given in the passage.

In a country like India, both poverty and economic growth pose serious environmental challenges. Nothing can possibly be worse for India. In their desperate attempt to survive today, people are forced to forsake their tomorrow and their environment. (.) Despite several government organized campaigns, we do not see many people realizing the need for the same.

  1. However, there is a silver lining.

  2. The role of International Pollution Control Board is interesting.

  3. Things seem to be deteriorating every day.

  4. There is a growing awareness.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Option (1) is invalidated because nowhere in the passage has a positive point been discussed. Also, the last line gives idea opposite to that in option (4). Option (2) can be neglected on account of lack of reference to International Pollution Control Board. Only option (3) can be considered as a part of the given passage. This implies option (3) as the correct answer.

Multiple choice

Directions: Fill I, II, III and IV with P, Q, R and S to make it a meaningful passage.

Tea is a staple beverage of India and day __(i)_ and incomplete. It acts as an energy booster and is simply indispensable. It has a lot of health benefits as its antioxidants help to eliminate toxins. India is the largest producer and grower (ii). India is the leader in consumption, production and export of tea. Indian tea industry has a net foreign exchange of Rs. 1847 crores per annum. There are many varieties of tea found in India from green tea to aromatic tea. There are many processes and procedures _(iii). There are mainly two ways of producing tea - Orthodox and CTC. Orthodox method of production consists of five stages. They are withering, rolling, fermentation, drying and storing. Whereas, CTC stands __(iv)____. Tea bags are the best example of this method.

P: of tea in the World Q: for crush, tear and curl R: without it is impossible S: involved in the production of tea

  1. QSRP

  2. RPSQ

  3. PSRQ

  4. SRPQ

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Option 2 is correct.

Multiple choice

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

Fruit has been recognized as a good source of vitamins and minerals; and for their role in preventing vitamin C and vitamin A deficiencies. People who eat fruit as a part of their daily diet generally have a reduced risk of chronic diseases. Fruit are important source of many nutrients, including potassium, fiber and vitamin C. Eating Fruit Provides Health Benefits The nutrients in fruit are vital for health and maintenance of our body. The potassium in fruit can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Potassium may also reduce the risk of developing kidney stones and help to decrease bone loss as you age. Folate (folic acid) helps the body to form red blood cells.

Fruit is a rich source of

  1. vitamins

  2. calcium

  3. minerals

  4. Both (1) and (3)

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Fruit has been recognized as a good source of vitamins and minerals.

Multiple choice

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

Punjab also spelt as Panjab, is a state in North India. The term Punjab comprises of two words: 'punj' means five and 'ab' means water, thus meaning the land of five rivers. The state is bordered by the Indian states of Jammu and Kashmir in the north, Himachal Pradesh in the east, Haryana in the south and south - east, Rajasthan in the south - west, and the Pakistan's Punjab province in the west. Its capital is Chandigarh, a Union Territory which is also the capital of the neighbouring state of Haryana. The summer residence of the Governor of Punjab is at Shimla. Punjab is the only state in India with a majority Sikh population.

Where is the summer residence of the Governor of Punjab?

  1. Chandigarh

  2. Shimla

  3. Haryana

  4. Rajasthan

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The summer residence of the Governor of Punjab is at Shimla.

Multiple choice

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

Punjab also spelt as Panjab, is a state in North India. The term Punjab comprises of two words: 'punj' means five and 'ab' means water, thus meaning the land of five rivers. The state is bordered by the Indian states of Jammu and Kashmir in the north, Himachal Pradesh in the east, Haryana in the south and south - east, Rajasthan in the south - west, and the Pakistan's Punjab province in the west. Its capital is Chandigarh, a Union Territory which is also the capital of the neighbouring state of Haryana. The summer residence of the Governor of Punjab is at Shimla. Punjab is the only state in India with a majority Sikh population.

Province means

  1. region

  2. government

  3. population

  4. department

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Here, province means area or territory.

Multiple choice

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

Fruit has been recognized as a good source of vitamins and minerals; and for their role in preventing vitamin C and vitamin A deficiencies. People who eat fruit as a part of their daily diet generally have a reduced risk of chronic diseases. Fruit are important source of many nutrients, including potassium, fiber and vitamin C. Eating Fruit Provides Health Benefits The nutrients in fruit are vital for health and maintenance of our body. The potassium in fruit can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Potassium may also reduce the risk of developing kidney stones and help to decrease bone loss as you age. Folate (folic acid) helps the body to form red blood cells.

How are fruit nutrients beneficial for us?

  1. For Maintenance of body

  2. Prevents development of kidney stones

  3. Reduces the risk of heart disease

  4. All of these

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Nutrients in fruit are vital for health and maintenance of our body. The potassium in fruit can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Potassium may also reduce the risk of developing kidney stones.

Multiple choice

It is difficult for a leopard to prey upon a/an _______ Nilgai.

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

Nilgai is one of the most commonly found wild animals in northern India. It is also known as blue bull. It is an antelope, however it looks similar to an Ox. Hence, it has been given the name, blue bull. Its average life span is 21 years. It has a height of around 4 to 5 feet and weighs around 120 to 240 kg. On the top of a long and narrow head, it has two horns. It likes to live in a herd and is a sociable animal. Nilgai is habitant of Indian grasslands and woodlands.  It prefers to live in plains and low hills with shrubs. It avoids dense forest. Sometimes, it is also found in cultivated or semi urban areas. Blue bulls are herbivorous animals and they usually feed on grass, buds, leaves and fruits. Tigers and lions are the main predators of Nilgai. Sometimes, its calves are attacked by leopards but an adult Nilgai is difficult to kill. The main threat to survival of Nilgai is destruction of its habitat by humans.

  1. young

  2. adult

  3. injured

  4. tall

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Option 2 is correct as it's mentioned “Sometimes, its calves are attacked by leopards but adult one is difficult to kill”.  Prey means to hunt and kill for food.  

Multiple choice

Nilgai likes to live in all of the following areas except _______

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

Nilgai is one of the most commonly found wild animals in northern India. It is also known as blue bull. It is an antelope, however it looks similar to an Ox. Hence, it has been given the name, blue bull. Its average life span is 21 years. It has a height of around 4 to 5 feet and weighs around 120 to 240 kg. On the top of a long and narrow head, it has two horns. It likes to live in a herd and is a sociable animal. Nilgai is habitant of Indian grasslands and woodlands.  It prefers to live in plains and low hills with shrubs. It avoids dense forest. Sometimes, it is also found in cultivated or semi urban areas. Blue bulls are herbivorous animals and they usually feed on grass, buds, leaves and fruits. Tigers and lions are the main predators of Nilgai. Sometimes, its calves are attacked by leopards but an adult Nilgai is difficult to kill. The main threat to survival of Nilgai is destruction of its habitat by humans.

  1. fields

  2. dense forests

  3. grasslands

  4. towns

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

It is given in the passage that “it avoids dense forest”. Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Multiple choice

According to the passage, another name for Nilgai is

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

Nilgai is one of the most commonly found wild animals in northern India. It is also known as blue bull. It is an antelope, however it looks similar to an Ox. Hence, it has been given the name, blue bull. Its average life span is 21 years. It has a height of around 4 to 5 feet and weighs around 120 to 240 kg. On the top of a long and narrow head, it has two horns. It likes to live in a herd and is a sociable animal. Nilgai is habitant of Indian grasslands and woodlands.  It prefers to live in plains and low hills with shrubs. It avoids dense forest. Sometimes, it is also found in cultivated or semi urban areas. Blue bulls are herbivorous animals and they usually feed on grass, buds, leaves and fruits. Tigers and lions are the main predators of Nilgai. Sometimes, its calves are attacked by leopards but an adult Nilgai is difficult to kill. The main threat to survival of Nilgai is destruction of its habitat by humans.

  1. Wild animal

  2. Blue bull

  3. Ox

  4. Cow

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

It is mentioned in the 2nd line of the passage. 'It is also known as blue bull'.

Multiple choice

What is not correct about a Nilgai?

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

Nilgai is one of the most commonly found wild animals in northern India. It is also known as blue bull. It is an antelope, however it looks similar to an Ox. Hence, it has been given the name, blue bull. Its average life span is 21 years. It has a height of around 4 to 5 feet and weighs around 120 to 240 kg. On the top of a long and narrow head, it has two horns. It likes to live in a herd and is a sociable animal. Nilgai is habitant of Indian grasslands and woodlands.  It prefers to live in plains and low hills with shrubs. It avoids dense forest. Sometimes, it is also found in cultivated or semi urban areas. Blue bulls are herbivorous animals and they usually feed on grass, buds, leaves and fruits. Tigers and lions are the main predators of Nilgai. Sometimes, its calves are attacked by leopards but an adult Nilgai is difficult to kill. The main threat to survival of Nilgai is destruction of its habitat by humans.

  1. Its average height is 4-5 feet.

  2. It can weigh upto 240 kgs.

  3. It can live upto maximum 21 years.

  4. It likes to live with the others of its kind.

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

It is given that “Its average life span is 21 years” which means it can live beyond this time. So, option 3 is the correct answer.

Multiple choice

Which of these fits gap 24?

Directions: Complete this passage by selecting the most suitable option for the corresponding gap.

There was a time when scientists were in search of what ____(21)_____ as the philosopher's stone which was believed to _____(22)_____ metals into gold just by a touch. They also tried to discover the elixir (something that can make people live for ever) of life. This was an imaginary medicine _____(23)_______ making people immortal. This period was called the _____(24)_____ of the Alchemists.

  1. hour

  2. age

  3. time

  4. year
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The phrase 'called the ___ of the Alchemists' refers to a historical period or era. 'Age' is the correct term for a distinct historical period (e.g., 'the Age of Enlightenment', 'the Stone Age'). 'Hour', 'time', and 'year' are too specific or general for this context.

Multiple choice

Which of the following could replace 'oneself' as used in the passage?

Directions: Read the following passage carefully and select the most suitable option according to the corresponding number in the passage.

Whenever a fire breaks out (1), the fire brigade throws water on it to cool the burning fuel to a temperature below the ignition point. The soda–acid extinguisher also works on this principle (2).
In the case of fires caused (3) by oil, sprinkling water is not effective. The oil being lighter than water always floats on the surface of the water and continews (4) to burn. In such cases the foam type fire extinguisher, containing acid and sodium bicarbonate solution, is used.
To extinguish (5) fires caused by electricity, water can not be used because this would result in electrocution of the people involved. In such cases, fire extinguisher based on carbon tetrachloride is used. The carbon tetrachloride liquid vaporises on coming in contact with the burning material. Since these (6) vapours are heavier than air, they settle on the burning material and cut off the supply of air. While using carbon tetrachloride extinguisher, it is advisable (7) to cover the mouth and nose with wet cloth to protect oneself (8) from the poisonous effect of carbon tetrachloride vapours.

  1. themselves

  2. yourself

  3. himself

  4. herself
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The passage advises people using carbon tetrachloride extinguishers to protect themselves. 'Oneself' is used in general instructions, and in this context addressing the reader directly, 'yourself' is the most appropriate replacement among the reflexive pronoun options.