Correct Answer: ACBD

Solution : The correct choice is the first option.

The sequence begins with a general description of the library shelves filled with various books, establishing the setting in sentence A. It then shifts to Ritesh's search for an interesting book, leading to the discovery of a small section on photography, a topic that aligns with his hobbies in sentence C. The narrative continues in sentence B as Ritesh, unable to reach a high shelf, fetches a ladder to select a book. The paragraph concludes with sentence D, which explains, that as he descends the ladder, the chosen book slips from his hand, creating a dramatic moment with a loud thud. The order effectively moves from the broader context of the library to Ritesh's specific exploration and, finally in, an unexpected event, creating a coherent and engaging flow of information.

Correct Answer: pacing

Solution : The first option is correct.
Explanation:
As per the context of the sentence, the narrator was going "to and fro" on platform no. 8 of the Ambala railway station. Hence, pacing is the correct choice, as it means walking at a steady and consistent speed, especially back and forth.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:

• Patrolling means to keep watch over an area by regularly walking or travelling around or through it.
• Probing means inquiring closely into something or searching.
• Panting means breathing with short, quick breaths; out of breath.

Therefore, the correct answer is, pacing.

Correct Answer: mystery

Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.

Mystery is a suitable choice to convey the idea that there are unknown or unclear elements, emphasising the lack of information or documentation about certain parts of Shakespeare's life due to the absence of an autobiography. It captures the sense that there are aspects that remain puzzling or undisclosed.

Therefore, the right word to fill in the blank is mystery.

Correct Answer: 8

Solution : Given:
6 : 18 :: 4 : ?

Like, 6 : 18→(6)² ÷ 2 = 36 ÷ 2 = 18 
Similarly, for 4 : ?→(4)² ÷ 2 = 16 ÷ 2 = 8

So, 4 is related to 8. Hence, the first option is correct.

Correct Answer: hide

Solution : The correct answer is the second option.

Explanation: In this context, we have to consider words that represent the opposite action or meaning of apprise, which means to inform or notify. Hide is the most appropriate antonym in this scenario, as it denotes keeping information or knowledge concealed, contrasting with the act of apprising or informing.

The meaning of the other options is as follows:

• Notify: This word means to inform someone or give notice.
• Enlighten: This word means to give someone greater knowledge or insight, often in a way that imparts wisdom or understanding.
• Inform: This word means to convey information or provide details.

Therefore, the correct antonym is hide. 

Correct Answer: 3367

Solution : Given:
3, 7, 5, 61, 363, ?

Multiply numbers by odd numbers and add and subtract the square of even numbers alternatively, to get the required missing number –
3 × 1 + 2² = 3 + 4 = 7;
7 × 3 – 4² = 21 – 16 = 5;
5 × 5 + 6² = 25 + 36 = 61;
61 × 7 – 8² = 427 – 64 = 363;
363 × 9 + 10² = 3267 + 100 = 3367

So, 3367 is the required missing number. Hence, the first option is correct.

Correct Answer: She asked Aditi where she had lunch the previous day.

Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.

The goal of the transformation is to convey the original meaning accurately in reported speech, considering changes in pronouns, verb forms, and sentence structure.

In the transformation from direct speech to reported speech:

• The reporting verb "asked" is used to convert the question into a statement.
• The pronoun "you" is changed to "she" to reflect the shift from direct to reported speech.
• The direct question "Where did you have lunch yesterday?" is transformed into an indirect question by placing it within the reporting clause and adjusting the word order.
• "Yesterday" is changed to "previous day".
• The past tense is changed into the past perfect tense.

Therefore, the indirect statement is: "She asked Aditi where she had lunch the previous day."

Correct Answer: Produce

Solution : The third option is the correct choice.

The word yield can have multiple meanings, but in the context of producing or generating something, produce is the most appropriate synonym. Yield, in this sense, refers to creating or generating something, which aligns closely with the meaning of produce.

The meanings of other words are as follows:

• Defy: This means to resist or challenge someone or something; to refuse to obey or conform to.
• Bring: This means to carry or move something or someone to a place; to cause something to happen or exist.
• Build: This means to construct or make something by putting parts or materials together.

Correct Answer: Grandfather

Solution : As per the given information, the family tree will be as follows –

Here, the quadrilateral represents the male and the circular figure represents the female in the figure.

So, from the above family tree, Bheem is the grandfather of Mala. Hence, the fourth option is correct.

Correct Answer: 34

Solution : Given:
Raju ranks 10th from the top and Ravi ranks 21st from the bottom. There are 3 students between Raju and Ravi.

Total number of students = 10 (Raju's rank) + 21 (Ravi's rank) + 3 (students between them)
Total number of students = 34

Therefore, the total number of students in a class is 34. Hence, the first option is correct.