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.
Children learn to walk and talk naturally, (1)____that is not the case with reading. Reading strategies are designed to help your child develop a strong reading (2)____one built with confidence, engagement, and joy. As a parent, you are most likely always looking for (3)_______that make your child want to learn. We are here to help you and your child on their journey as a (4)_______reader. Try some reading strategy suggestions below for kids (5)______ are beginning to read all the way to those reading advanced chapter books.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.
Option 1: whom
Option 2: that
Option 3: who
Option 4: which
Correct Answer: who
Solution : The correct answer is the third option.
Explanation: In the context of this paragraph, the pronoun who is used to refer to people, and the sentence discusses reading strategy suggestions for kids. Who is the correct relative pronoun to introduce the dependent clause that describes the kids.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
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Whom is used as an object pronoun to replace the object of a verb or preposition when referring to a person.
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That can be used as a relative pronoun to introduce restrictive clauses for both people and things.
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Which is used as a relative pronoun to introduce clauses for things or animals.
Therefore, the correct answer is who.
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.
Communication is very important for us humans in our daily lives. It means talking to others, (1)_____________ our thoughts and feelings, and listening to what others have to say. When we communicate well, we can understand each other better and work together more (2)__________. Communication is especially important at work, where we need to work as a team and achieve common goals. Good communication helps us to avoid misunderstandings and (3)__________, and makes us more productive. In our personal relationships, communication helps us to express our feelings and needs to our friends, family, and partners. When we communicate well, we can build stronger relationships and understand each other better. Communication is also important for society as a whole. It helps us to share information, ideas, and knowledge, and to understand different cultures and (4)_______________. Communication can also help us to make positive changes in our communities and (5)______________ for important causes. Overall, communication is a very important skill that we all need to learn and practice. It can help us in many different ways and make our lives more fulfilling and successful.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 4.
Option 1: fears
Option 2: assumptions
Option 3: perspectives
Option 4: biases
Correct Answer: perspectives
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
In the sentence, we are talking about society and its communication habits, so the opinion of people matters.
Therefore, the correct answer will be perspectives.
Question : Read the following passage carefully and choose the most appropriate answer to the question out of the four alternatives.
Is there any difference between "genius" and "talent" ? We generally feel that a man of genius is in some way higher than a man of talent; and that talented men are more common than genius. This is true, but it is rather vague. Genius implies "very extraordinary gifts or native powers, especially as displayed in original creation, discovery, expression or achievement; phenomenal capacity regarded as relatively independent of instruction and training". Talent, on the other hand, consists of "mental endowments or capacities of superior character; marked mental ability". "Talent" is more the capacity to learn to do a thing well; but "genius" is an inborn inspiration that drives a man to do a thing with original excellence. As Meredith said, "Genius does what it must, and talent does what it can".
Shakespeare in drama and poetry, Isaac Newton in science, Napoleon in war, Beethoven in music, were geniuses; many well-known poets, scientists, generals and musicians have been men of talent.
Question:
As per the paragraph, like Shakespeare, is a genius in drama and poetry _______.
Option 1: Issac Newton is a talented scientist.
Option 2: There are many famous poets and musicians who are talented.
Option 3: Beethoven is a genius in war.
Option 4: There are many people in general who are are geniuses.
Correct Answer: There are many famous poets and musicians who are talented.
Solution : Option 2, i.e., There are many famous poets and musicians who are talented, is the correct answer.
Explanation:
- In the passage, geniuses such as Shakespeare in drama and poetry, Isaac Newton in science, Napoleon in war, Beethoven in music, and others are mentioned.
- The geniuses are then compared to other well-known people who were'men of talent.'
- So, given the options, only option 2's comparative statement is appropriate here.
Thus, the completed sentence is: According to the ideas expressed in the passage, Shakespeare, in drama and poetry, is a genius and there are many other well-known talented musicians.
Question : Comprehension:
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Migaloo is by far one of the world’s most recognisable whales because he is completely white. Thanks to genetic sampling of Migaloo’s skin, scientists have identified that he’s male, and his albino appearance is a result of a variation in the gene responsible for the colour of his skin.
Simply by looking different, Migaloo has become an icon within Australia’s east coast humpback whale population. Indeed, Migaloo has his own Twitter account with over 10,000 followers and a website where fans can lodge sightings and learn more about humpback whales.
He was first discovered in 1991 off Byron Bay, Australia, and has since played hide and seek for many years, with many not knowing where or when he’ll show up next. He’s even surprised Kiwi fans by showing up in New Zealand waters.
With the last official sighting two years ago, the time has once again come for us to ask: Where is Migaloo?
Already this year, there have been false sightings, such as a near-white whale spotted off New South Wales. To make things more confusing, regular-looking humpbacks can trick whale watchers when they flip upside down due to their white bellies.
Question:
How can regular-looking humpbacks trick whale watchers?
Option 1: By posting tweets on Twitter.
Option 2: By appearing secretly and unexpectedly.
Option 3: By showing their white-coloured bellies.
Option 4: By displaying their huge size.
Correct Answer: By showing their white-coloured bellies.
Solution : The correct choice is the third option (refer to the last line of the last paragraph).
Explanation: In the given passage, it is mentioned that regular-looking humpbacks can trick whale watchers when they flip upside down due to their white bellies. Therefore, the correct answer is the third option, by showing their white-coloured bellies. This option accurately reflects the information provided in the passage.
Regular-looking humpbacks can trick whale watchers by showing their white-coloured bellies when they flip upside down.
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.
This book (1) _ writing practice to pre-schoolers to help them learn to write (2) _ of the English alphabet. Directional arrows, (3) _ with the letters and numbers, guide children in writing. (4) _ and copying activities encourage children to read and write letters and numbers (5) _ to count.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 3.
Option 1: given
Option 2: giving
Option 3: give
Option 4: gave
Correct Answer: given
Solution : The first option is the correct choice.
In this sentence, we are looking for a word that makes sense in the context of directional arrows being associated with letters and numbers. The correct word for the blank is given, as it indicates that the directional arrows are provided or associated with the letters and numbers.
Therefore, the correct answer is "given".
Question : Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution'.
It is hard to believe that a child of ten can learn the Gita by heart.
Option 1: so a child at ten
Option 2: if a child by ten
Option 3: No substitution
Option 4: that the child in ten
Correct Answer: No substitution
Solution : The third option is correct.
The sentence is grammatically and structurally correct.
Hence, the correct answer is, no substitution.
Question : Intelligence is best defined as:
Option 1: The ability to memorize facts
Option 2: The capacity for logical reasoning
Option 3: The ability to learn from experience and adapt to new situations
Option 4: The skill in performing physical tasks
Correct Answer: The ability to learn from experience and adapt to new situations
Solution : Correct Option: Option 3
Explanation: Intelligence is broadly defined as the ability to learn from experience, solve problems, and adapt to new situations.
Question : Read the following passage carefully and choose the most appropriate answer to the question out of the four alternatives.
Is there any difference between "genius" and "talent" ? We generally feel that a man of genius is in some way higher than a man of talent; and that talented men are more common than genius. This is true, but it is rather vague. Genius implies "very extraordinary gifts or native powers, especially as displayed in original creation, discovery, expression or achievement; phenomenal capacity regarded as relatively independent of instruction and training". Talent, on the other hand, consists of "mental endowments or capacities of superior character; marked mental ability". "Talent" is more the capacity to learn to do a thing well; but "genius" is an inborn inspiration that drives a man to do a thing with original excellence. As Meredith said, "Genius does what it must, and talent does what it can".
Shakespeare in drama and poetry, Isaac Newton in science, Napoleon in war, Beethoven in music, were geniuses; many well-known poets, scientists, generals and musicians have been men of talent.
Question:
What is the closest meaning to the underlined word:
Genius implies "very extraordinary gifts or native powers, especially as displayed in original creation,
Option 1: Similar
Option 2: Ordinary
Option 3: Vague
Option 4: Unique
Correct Answer: Unique
Solution : The correct answer is option 4
Explanation:
Extraordinary means something different, exceptional and unique.
Meaning of the rest of the words:
Similar-things which are resemebling other.
Ordinary-Simple
Vague-Unclear, random
So the closest meaning will be unique.
Question : Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.
I want to learn yoga when I was in school.
Option 1: used to
Option 2: No substitution required
Option 3: ought to
Option 4: need to
Correct Answer: used to
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Explanation: The original sentence contains a tense inconsistency. The verb "want" is in the present tense, while the time reference "when I was in school" suggests a past context. To accurately convey a past habitual action, we need to use the construction "used to". It aligns with the idea that the speaker had a regular practice of learning yoga during their time in school.
So, the correct sentence would be: I used to learn yoga when I was in school.
Question : Comprehension:
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Migaloo is by far one of the world’s most recognisable whales because he is completely white. Thanks to genetic sampling of Migaloo’s skin, scientists have identified that he’s male, and his albino appearance is a result of a variation in the gene responsible for the colour of his skin.
Simply by looking different, Migaloo has become an icon within Australia’s east coast humpback whale population. Indeed, Migaloo has his own Twitter account with over 10,000 followers and a website where fans can lodge sightings and learn more about humpback whales.
He was first discovered in 1991 off Byron Bay, Australia, and has since played hide and seek for many years, with many not knowing where or when he’ll show up next. He’s even surprised Kiwi fans by showing up in New Zealand waters.
With the last official sighting two years ago, the time has once again come for us to ask:
where is Migaloo?
Already this year there have been false sightings, such as a near all white whale spotted off New South Wales. To make things more confusing, regular-looking humpbacks can trick whale watchers when they flip upside down, due to their white bellies.
Question:
What is the theme of the passage?
Option 1: Protection of whales.
Option 2: The extinction of Migaloo.
Option 3: The sighting of Migaloo.
Option 4: Whale hunting and its aftermath.
Correct Answer: The sighting of Migaloo.
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Explanation: In this case, the passage primarily discusses the unique characteristics of Migaloo, an albino humpback whale, his significance within Australia's east coast humpback whale population, and the curiosity surrounding his sightings. The correct theme of the passage is the sighting of Migaloo. The passage does not focus on the protection of whales, the extinction of Migaloo, or the negative aspects of whale hunting.