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.
Answer laterQuestion : 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 number.
To mark the 25th anniversary of the run, (1)_____ Royal Canadian Mint unveiled a one-dollar commemorative circulation coin (2)____ Monday on the campus of Simon Fraser University. Fox was (3)______ undergraduate student and basketball player at SFU when a malignant tumour was discovered in his right leg in 1977. It resulted in (4)_____. A bronze statue of Fox, one of many such tributes across Canada, looks over the academic quadrangle of the university, just a short stroll from the theatre where Monday's (5)_______ was held.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 4.
Option 1: fragmentation
Option 2: amputation
Option 3: vasodilation
Option 4: implantation
Correct Answer: amputation
Solution : The second option is correct.
In this context, amputation is used metaphorically. It suggests that something was removed or separated, and in this case, it refers to the removal or absence of Terry Fox, as indicated by the presence of a bronze statue erected in his honour among numerous similar tributes across Canada.
The meanings of the other words are as follows:
- Fragmentation is the process of breaking or dividing something into smaller parts, or fragments.
- Vasodilation is the widening or expansion of blood vessels, leading to increased blood flow.
- Implantation is the action of placing or embedding something firmly in a particular location or context, often used in medical contexts.
Therefore, the complete sentence would be: "It resulted in amputation."
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 : 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 number.
To mark the 25th anniversary of the run, (1)________ Royal Canadian Mint unveiled a one-dollar commemorative circulation coin (2)______ Monday on the campus of Simon Fraser University. Fox was (3)_______ undergraduate student and basketball player at SFU when a malignant tumour was discovered in his right leg in 1977. It resulted in (4)_____. A bronze statue of For, one of many such tributes across Canada, looks over the academic quadrangle of the university, just a short stroll from the theatre where Monday's (5)_______ was held.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 3.
Option 1: their
Option 2: a
Option 3: an
Option 4: the
Correct Answer: an
Solution : The third option is correct.
In the given sentence, the word (an) would be used as an indefinite article before the noun undergraduate student. An is an indefinite article used before a singular noun that begins with a vowel sound. It refers to a nonspecific or unspecified undergraduate student.
Therefore, the complete sentence would be: "Fox was an undergraduate student and basketball player at SFU."
Question : Bhand Pather theatre is a tradition primarily of which of the following States/UTs of India?
Option 1: Jammu and Kashmir
Option 2: Kerala
Option 3: Dadra and Nagar Haveli
Option 4: Goa
Correct Answer: Jammu and Kashmir
Solution : The correct option is Jammu and Kashmir
The tradition of Bhand Pather theatre is primarily associated with Jammu and Kashmir, particularly the Kashmir Valley. This unique folk theatre form features skilled bhands, or jesters, who enact satirical and humorous plays, often addressing social issues and local events.
Question : Parts of a sentence are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a meaningful sentence.
A. before the movie starts
B. should be there
C. at least fifteen minutes
D. the theatre management recommends
E. the audience
Option 1: AEDCB
Option 2: DEBCA
Option 3: EBCAD
Option 4: BDCEA
Correct Answer: DEBCA
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
The sentence starts with part (D) which introduces the subject, "The theatre management" and states its action. It is followed by part (E), which is the object here. It is further followed by parts (B) and (C) respectively mentioning the instructions that the audience should be there at least fifteen minutes before, which is further followed by part (A) mentioning the continuity of the instruction.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: The theatre management recommends the audience should be there at least fifteen minutes before the movie starts.
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.
Biggest advantage of the street theatre is that it is _____________to stage.
Option 1: cost-effective
Option 2: not effective
Option 3: nothing
Option 4: expensive
Correct Answer: cost-effective
Solution : The correct answer is 'cost-effective.'
Explanation:
- Let's examine the last line of the passage:
- '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.
- Since it can be inferred from the previous sentence that staging street theatre is inexpensive,
Hence the right response is "cost-effective."
Additional Information
An activity is a good value for the money spent if it is cost-effective.
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 number.
To mark the 25th anniversary of the run, (1)______ Royal Canadian Mint unveiled a one-dollar commemorative circulation coin (2)_________ Monday on the campus of Simion Fraser University. Fox was (3)________ undergraduate student and basketball player at SFU when a malignant tumour was discovered in his right leg in 1977. It resulted in (4)_________. A bronze statue of Fox, one of many such tributes across Canada, looks over the academic quadrangle of the university, just a short stroll from the theatre where Monday's (5)________ was held.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 2.
Option 1: at
Option 2: through
Option 3: on
Option 4: over
Correct Answer: on
Solution : The third option is correct.
In the given sentence, the preposition (on) would be used to indicate the specific occasion or time when the action (unveiling the coin) took place. It shows that the unveiling of the commemorative coin coincided with or happened at the time of the 25th anniversary of the run.
Therefore, the complete sentence would be: "To mark the 25th anniversary of the run, the Royal Canadian Mint unveiled a one-dollar commemorative circulation coin on Monday."
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 number.
To mark the 25th anniversary of the run, (1)______ Royal Canadian Mint unveiled a one-dollar commemorative circulation coin (2)______ Monday on the campus of Simon Fraser University, Fox was (3)_____ undergraduate student and basketball player at SFU when a malignant tumour was discovered in his right leg in 1977. It resulted in (4)_______. A bronze statue of Fox, one of many such tributes across Canada, looks over the academic quadrangle of the university, just a short stroll from the theatre where Monday's (5)________ was held.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 5.
Option 1: unveiling
Option 2: countervailing
Option 3: reconciling
Option 4: veiling
Correct Answer: unveiling
Solution : The first option is correct.
The word unveiling refers to the action of revealing or uncovering something, often used in the context of revealing a new statue, monument, or artwork to the public for the first time. In this sentence, it describes the event that took place at the theatre on Monday.
The meanings of other words are as follows:
- Countervailing: This means opposing or countering something, acting in opposition to a prevailing force or idea.
- Veiling: This word refers to the act of covering or concealing something, typically with a veil or similar material. It implies hiding or obscuring something from view.
- Reconciling: This term refers to the act of restoring friendly relations or resolving differences between two parties.
Therefore, the complete sentence would be: "A bronze statue of Fox, one of many such tributes across Canada, locks over the academic quadrangle of the university, just a short stroll from the theatre where Monday's unveiling was held."
