Question : Directions: In a certain code language, SCIENCE is written as 7–5–16–7–11–5–21. How will MUSEUM be written in that code language?
Option 1: 14–22–5–5–22–14
Option 2: 13–21–6–21–21–13
Option 3: 15–23–7–21–23–15
Option 4: 13–23–7–21–23–13
Correct Answer: 15–23–7–21–23–15
Solution : Given:
SCIENCE is written as 7–5–16–7–11–5–21
Add 2 to the positional value of each letter of SCIENCE and then write down the letters in the reverse order as shown, to obtain the required code –
Thus, SCIENCE is coded as 7–5–16–7–11–5–21
Similarly, follow the same pattern for MUSEUM –
Thus, is coded as 15–23–7–21–23–15. Hence, the third option is correct.
Answer laterQuestion : 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.
Culture can be a beautiful thing. There are many aspects that make up one’s culture. Whether it may be the clothing, language, religion, food, traditions, or even music, all aspects play a (1)____ role in making up a person’s culture. I think culture is so important because it does not affect only one person; it affects the (2)____ and also affects the other people around it. I am happy to know my culture and to know where my family (3)____ from. It gives me the sense of being whole and, at the same time, makes me feel (4)____ and different from other people. Different cultures and different people make our country the beautiful melting pot we are (5)_____ to call it.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 1.
Option 1: calm
Option 2: busy
Option 3: huge
Option 4: clumsy
Correct Answer: huge
Solution : The most appropriate option is the third option.
The sentence discusses the significance of various aspects in shaping a person's culture. The word huge in this context suggests that each aspect (clothing, language, religion, etc.) plays a significant and substantial role in forming a person's culture. It emphasises the importance and magnitude of these elements in shaping cultural identity.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
- Calm means peaceful or tranquil.
- Busy means actively engaged or occupied.
- Clumsy means awkward or uncoordinated.
Therefore, the correct answer is huge.
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, ASIA is written as ZHRZ, and IRELAND is written as RIVOZMW. How will NORWAY be written in that language?
Option 1: NLISZB
Option 2: MLIDZB
Option 3: NJIDZB
Option 4: MJIDZB
Correct Answer: MLIDZB
Solution : Given:
ASIA is written as ZHRZ, and IRELAND is written as RIVOZMW.
Write the opposite pair of each letter of ASIA to obtain the required code –
A→Z; S→H; I→R; A→Z
Thus, ASIA is coded as ZHRZ.
And in, IRELAND is written as RIVOZMW –
I→R; R→I; E→V; L→O; A→Z; N→M; D→W
Thus, IRELAND is coded as RIVOZMW.
Similarly, follow the same pattern for NORWAY–
N→M; O→L; R→I; W→D; A→Z; Y→B
So, NORWAY is coded as MLIDZB. Hence, the second option is correct.
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some of the words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.
The "Sesame Street" spin off (1)__________ to be the first Russian-language educational TV (2)__________ aimed specifically at preschoolers. The project (3)__________ support from both American and Russian government officials. "If we do not reform our (4)___________, we can hardly hope that we will reform our society," (5)__________ Elena Lenskaya, a director in Russia's Ministry of Education, during a 1992 U.S. congressional hearing on the planned adaptation.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 2.
Option 1: programme
Option 2: solution
Option 3: pattern
Option 4: recipe
Correct Answer: programme
Solution : The first option is correct.
Explanation:
The sentence talks about a TV initiative aimed at preschoolers. The word programme fits in this context, indicating a specific television programme targeted at young children for educational purposes.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
- Solution is a means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation.
- The pattern is a repeated decorative design.
- A recipe is a set of instructions for preparing a particular dish.
Therefore, the correct answer is programme.
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, pink is called wood, wood is called Pen, Pen is called colour, and colour is called brown. In this language, which of the following is used for writing?
Option 1: Pink
Option 2: Brown
Option 3: Pen
Option 4: Colour
Correct Answer: Colour
Solution : Based on the general information, we use Pen for writing.
Here, the Pen is called Colour.
So, from the given information, Colour is used for writing. Hence, the fourth option is correct.
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, towards the main gate is written as nt zb ps cq, and main purpose of this is written as rq kl bt zb. How is main written in the given language?
Option 1: ps
Option 2: kl
Option 3: rq
Option 4: zb
Correct Answer: zb
Solution : Given:
1. towards the main gate ⇒ nt zb ps cq
2. main purpose of this ⇒ rq kl bt zb
By comparing all the above-coded sentences, we find that –
The common word and the code in the given sentences are main and zb.
So, main will be coded as zb. Hence, the fourth option is correct.
Question : Which of the following is NOT an application software?
Option 1: Entertainment software
Option 2: Education software
Option 3: Programming language translator software
Option 4: Personal assistance software
Correct Answer: Programming language translator software
Solution : The correct option is Programming language translator software.
Programming language translator software is not considered an application software. It is a type of system software. It is used to convert high-level programming languages (like C++, Java, and Python) into machine code or assembly language that the computer's hardware can understand and execute. Examples of translators include compilers, interpreters, and assemblers.
Question : Comprehension:
Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The world of social media is a strange and wondrous place. It's a world where you can connect with people from all over the globe, share your thoughts and opinions, and maybe even go viral if you're lucky. But let's be real, it's also a world filled with endless cat videos, oversharing, and drama.
One of the most interesting things about social media is the way it's changed the way we communicate. We've gone from long, thoughtful emails to quick, abbreviated messages with emojis and acronyms. And don't even get me started on the whole hashtag phenomenon. It's like we're all speaking a different language now.
But there are also some downsides to this constant connection. It's easy to get sucked into the world of social media and forget about the real world around us. We're so busy scrolling through our feeds that we forget to enjoy the little moments in life. And let's not forget about the pressure to present the perfect life online. It's like we're all in a competition to see who can be the most popular, the most successful, the most enviable.
Despite all of this, I have to admit, I'm still a fan of social media. It's a great way to stay connected with friends and family, and I've even made some new friends through various online communities. Plus, let's face it, sometimes you just need a good laugh at a ridiculous meme.
Question:
Which of the following would be the most appropriate title for this passage?
Option 1: The Joys and Sorrows of Social Media
Option 2: The Benefits of Social Media
Option 3: The Dark Side of Social Media
Option 4: Mastering the Art of Social Media
Correct Answer: The Joys and Sorrows of Social Media
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
The title, "The Joys and Sorrows of Social Media." reflects the dual nature of social media as discussed in the passage. It captures the positive aspects, such as connecting with people globally, sharing thoughts, and the potential for going viral, as well as the downsides, like the overwhelming nature of constant connection, the pressure to present a perfect online life, and the distraction from real-world moments.
Therefore, the appropriate title of the passage is: "The Joys and Sorrows of Social Media."
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, all kings are beautiful is coded as 42 63 mo lue and all queens are beautiful is coded as mo lue 63 36. How is kings coded in the given language?
Option 1: 63
Option 2: 24
Option 3: lue
Option 4: 42
Correct Answer: 42
Solution : Given:
1. all kings are beautiful ⇒ 42 63 mo lue
2. all queens are beautiful ⇒ mo lue 63 36
By comparing the coded sentences, we find that –
In sentences 1 and 2, all are beautiful and mo lue 63 are common.
The remaining words and code in sentence 1 are kings and 42 and in sentence 2 are queens and 36.
Finally, kings ⇒ 42; queens ⇒ 36; all/are/beautiful ⇒ mo/lue/63
So, 42 is the code for kings. Hence, the fourth option is correct.
