Question : There are certain words missing in the passage given below. The options given contain an answer that will fit in those given blanks. Choose the correct word to be used to make the sentence coherent and grammatically correct.
How did Facebook become a huge business 1) ___________________ $1 trillion at one point last year? Not just by fulfilling its motto of “connecting people,” but by also keeping them constantly 2) ___________________ on the site, sometimes for hours on end.
Facebook parent Meta Platforms Inc., Alphabet Inc.’s YouTube and Twitter Inc. have spent many years 3) ___________________ the art of building 4) ___________________ -forming products, whether through the social affirmation of “likes,” the temptaion of a never-ending newsfeed or the way YouTube hits your dopamine receptors every time it 5) ___________________ a new video.
Choose the correct word to be used in the blank number 5
Option 1: recommends
Option 2: change
Option 3: persecutes
Option 4: validate
Correct Answer: change
Solution : The correct answer is recommends
Explanation:
The word Recommends is the only one that will fit the blank and make the sentence coherent.
It means to put forward(something or someone) as being suitable for a position or purpose.
Meaning of the other words
Change: To make someone feel different.
Persecute -to oppress, harass, or mistreat someone, especially because of their race, religion, or other characteristics.
Validate -check for the accuracy
Question : Direction: Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer from the given alternatives:
Street theatre in India is a well established ancient art form. Despite the proliferation of modern means of entertainment and communication, the street theatre continues to flourish in India. Street theatre as a channel of communication has for centuries been propagating reforms by highlighting social, economic and political issues present in the society. Unlike in the olden days, its performance is no Ionger restricted to villages or small localities of the city. Today small groups of performers including students would stage performances to mobilize public opinion or to help create or raise awareness over a particular issue of public importance. Themes on substance abuse, AIDS awareness, and domestic violence are some of the areas highlighted by contemporary street theatre troupe. Unlike in regular drama, street drama employs very few props and images. The human body becomes the main tool in which choreography, mime, dialogues, songs and slogans are extensively used. Street theatre is one of the most intimate media. Its appeal is to the emotions leading to a quick psychological impact on audiences. By being local and live they also are able to establish not only direct contact with the audience but by being cost-effective and flexible they are popular among all age groups.
Unlike the earlier days, the street theatre ____________ to villages or small localities of the city.
Option 1: is not restricted
Option 2: is limited
Option 3: is closed
Option 4: is restricted
Correct Answer: is not restricted
Solution : The correct answer is 'is not restricted.'
Key Points
-Now let's examine the passage's fifth line: Unlike in the olden days, its performance is no longer restricted to villages or small localities of the city.'
- From the aforementioned sentence, it may be inferred that, in contrast to earlier times, street theatre is not limited to small towns or rural areas of the metropolis.
- Therefore, "is not restricted is the appropriate response.
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Rabindranath Tagore founded a small school at Santiniketan in 1901 and Kala Bhavan, an art school, in 1919, which became a part of the Visvabharati University founded in 1921. Located in an (2)________ village some distance from the city of Calcutta, Kala Bhavan presented an alternative methodology of art training in which studio-based practice was (3)________ in favour of learning through observation and living as a part of nature. The natural surroundings, with the (4)________ of bare red earth dotted with trees, the colours of the changing seasons, and the animals and birds (5)________ inspiration to students.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 5.
Option 1: groomed
Option 2: refused
Option 3: provided
Option 4: agreed
Correct Answer: provided
Solution : The third option is the correct answer.
The structure of the sentence suggests that the natural surroundings have a role in inspiring students. Using "provided" helps convey the idea that these surroundings offer or supply inspiration to the students at Kala Bhavan, aligning with the overall context of the passage.
Therefore, the correct answer is provided.
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
On Hauz Khas Road, at the entrance to the pedestrianised Hauz Khas Village, the guard (1)________ the barrier asks you to halt and directs (2)______ to the parking lot. It's 5 p.m. and the parking lot is nearly empty as shops are closed and there are (3)________ any shoppers. There aren't many people on the lane leading to the (4)_________ area either. This is unusual for HKV (as it is popularly known) (5)_______ it is one of Delhi's popular shopping areas. Initially a hub for designer (6)________, the HKV experience (7)_________ a throbbing mix of cafes, art galleries, curio shops, gyms, and, of course, fashion boutiques. The quirky neighbourhood was a hit (8)_________ with youngsters and tourists for its happening nightlife. These days, however, night comes hours (9)______ dusk at HKV, as you can only see street dogs, security guards, a few takeaway joint managers, and bored shop attendants (10)________ to reach home early.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 10.
Option 1: immediate
Option 2: immobile
Option 3: impatient
Option 4: immature
Correct Answer: impatient
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
"Impatient" is the appropriate choice, as in this context, it implies that the street dogs, security guards, takeaway joint managers, and shop attendants seem restless or eager to reach home early, emphasising a sense of anticipation or desire to leave the place.
Therefore, the correct answer is impatient.
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and
select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Five centuries after Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa (1503–19), the portrait hangs behind bulletproof glass (1)_______ the Louvre Museum and draws thousands of jostling spectators each day. It is the most famous painting in the world, and yet, when viewers manage to see the artwork up close, they are likely to be (2)________ by the small, subdued portrait of an ordinary woman. She’s dressed modestly in a translucent veil, dark robes, and
no jewellery. Much has been said about her smile and gaze, but viewers still might wonder what all the (3)_____ is about. Along with the mysteries of the sitter’s identity and her (4)________ look, the reason for the work’s popularity is one of its many conundrums.
Although many theories have attempted to pinpoint one reason for the art piece’s celebrity, the most compelling arguments insist that there is no one explanation. The Mona Lisa’s fame is the result of many chance circumstances combined with the painting’s (5)_______ appeal.
Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.
Option 1: inherent
Option 2: focal
Option 3: limited
Option 4: logical
Correct Answer: inherent
Solution : The first option is the correct choice.
The term "inherent" best fits the context of the sentence, describing the natural or essential appeal of the Mona Lisa that contributes to its fame. The word implies that the painting possesses an inherent or intrinsic quality that attracts people.
The meanings of other options are as follows:
- Focal: Pertaining to a focus or centre of attention.
- Limited: Restricted or confined.
- Logical: In line with reason or logic.
Therefore, the correct answer is inherent.
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
On Hauz Khas Road, at the entrance to the pedestrianised Hauz Khas Village, the guard (1)________ the barrier asks you to halt and directs (2)______ to the parking lot. It's 5 p.m. and the parking lot is nearly empty as shops are closed and there are (3)________ any shoppers. There aren't many people on the lane leading to the (4)_________ area either. This is unusual for HKV (as it is popularly known) (5)_______ it is one of Delhi's popular shopping areas. Initially a hub for designer (6)________, the HKV experience (7)_________ a throbbing mix of cafes, art galleries, curio shops, gyms, and, of course, fashion boutiques. The quirky neighbourhood was a hit (8)_________ with youngsters and tourists for its happening nightlife. These days, however, night comes hours (9)______ dusk at HKV, as you can only see street dogs, security guards, a few takeaway joint managers, and bored shop attendants (10)________ to reach home early.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 6.
Option 1: clothed
Option 2: cloth
Option 3: clothes
Option 4: clothe
Correct Answer: clothes
Solution : The third option is the correct answer.
The sentence describes the initial purpose or focus of Hauz Khas Village (HKV), and specifically, it mentions that HKV was initially a hub for something related to design. The term "clothes" accurately completes the sentence, indicating that HKV was originally known as a hub for designer clothes.
Therefore, the correct answer is clothes.
Question : Direction: Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer from the given alternatives:
Street theatre in India is a well established ancient art form. Despite the proliferation of modern means of entertainment and communication, the street theatre continues to flourish in India. Street theatre as a channel of communication has for centuries been propagating reforms by highlighting social, economic and political issues present in the society. Unlike in the olden days, its performance is no Ionger restricted to villages or small localities of the city. Today small groups of performers including students would stage performances to mobilize public opinion or to help create or raise awareness over a particular issue of public importance. Themes on substance abuse, AIDS awareness, and domestic violence are some of the areas highlighted by contemporary street theatre troupe. Unlike in regular drama, street drama employs very few props and images. The human body becomes the main tool in which choreography, mime, dialogues, songs and slogans are extensively used. Street theatre is one of the most intimate media. Its appeal is to the emotions leading to a quick psychological impact on audiences. By being local and live they also are able to establish not only direct contact with the audience but by being cost-effective and flexible they are popular among all age groups.
Street theatre is considered to create a_________ influence on the viewers.
Option 1: intimate
Option 2: mystical
Option 3: psychological
Option 4: magical
Correct Answer: psychological
Solution : The correct option is "psychological."
Explanation:
Now let's examine the passage's fifth line:
'Its appeal is to the emotions leading to a quick psychological impact on audiences.'
The aforementioned sentence implies that street theatre has a psychological effect on viewers. The right response is, therefore "psychological."
A clear effect or influence is what the word "impact" means,
Question : Case Study: XYZ Corporation
XYZ Corporation is a manufacturing company known for producing high-quality electronic devices. It is divided into three levels of management: top management, middle-level management, and lower-level management. The company's main objective is to expand its market reach and maintain a strong reputation for innovation and customer satisfaction.
Which of the following best describes management as an art?
Option 1: Management principles are universally applicable.
Option 2: Managers apply knowledge and skills to achieve organizational goals.
Option 3: Management involves systematic research and experimentation.
Option 4: Management is a theoretical concept with limited practical application.
Correct Answer: Managers apply knowledge and skills to achieve organizational goals.
Solution : The correct answer is (b) Managers apply knowledge and skills to achieve organizational goals.
Management is often considered both a science and an art. While management principles can be studied and are universally applicable to some extent, the practical application of management involves the art of applying knowledge, skills, and experience to achieve specific organizational goals. Managers use their judgment, creativity, and practical know-how to make decisions and solve problems, which is a key aspect of the art of management.
Question : It is an art of observing and recording the time required to do each detailed element of an industrial operation. Which of the following technique of scientific management is being highlighted in the given statement?
Option 1: Motion study
Option 2: Method study
Option 3: Time study
Option 4: None of the above
Correct Answer: Time study
Solution : Time study refers to a technique which is used to determine the standard time taken by a workmen of reasonable skills and ability to perform a while define Job.
Hence, option C is correct.
Question : Bio-medical therapy for psychological disorders may include:
Option 1: Deep breathing exercises
Option 2: Psychosurgery
Option 3: Interpersonal therapy sessions
Option 4: Art and music therapy
Correct Answer: Psychosurgery
Solution : Bio-medical therapy for psychological disorders may include treatments such as psychosurgery, which involves surgical intervention to treat mental disorders, in addition to medication and other biological approaches.