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The recent stand- off between Russia and Ukraine has captured headlines in the international news media. This geopolitical situation appears to be complex due to the indirect involvement of its multiple stakeholders, including the United States, Turkey and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Increased tensions between Ukraine and Russia can be viewed as a continuation of the unresolved conflict of 2014. Besides powerful rhetoric from NATO, Ukraine seems to be desperate to receive more commitments and concrete actions. The question though is how far the NATO alliance can go in its support, given that Ukraine has not yet obtained membership. This partnership aims to maintain and deepen cooperation between countries that have made significant contributions to the NATO- led missions and operations.
The Ukrainian President's visit to Istanbul to mark the 10th anniversary of Ukraine's strategic partnership with Turkey was also an opportunity for him to be reassured by the Turkish President that Turkey stands by Ukraine amidst the current tensions with Russia. During the bilateral meeting, both leaders discussed the security issues in the Black Sea region. Arguably, the cornerstone of the Russia- Ukraine conflict is insufficient communication. Thus, it is very difficult, if not impossible, to speculate on the overarching rationale behind Russia's tactical decisions towards Ukraine. There are more questions than answers regarding the strategic calculus of the Russian administration. A deficit of explicit messages from Moscow creates room for misinterpretations and exaggerations on the part of Ukraine and its western supporters. A long- term solution should be sought out in order to break the vicious cycle of animosity and misunderstanding.
The Russian President has been known for his geopolitical adventures, especially in West Asia. In the case of eastern Ukraine, it is highly unlikely that he would be willing to make further territorial gains this time around. He possesses enough diplomatic skills not to indulge in yet another geopolitical endeavour, that might entail serious repercussions from the international community. All the stakeholders in the ongoing crisis should focus on establishing a constructive dialogue among themselves using clear and unambiguous language. The only way forward is to seek a peaceful resolution to the Russia- Ukraine conflict rather than exacerbating the reality and using quid pro quo tactics. Both countries do need support from the global community, but not in a military form. There is a need for a platform that will facilitate negotiation, mutual consensus and possible compromises, as well as engagement with mediators.
What accounts for misperceptions and exaggerations on the part of Ukraine and its supporters in the West?
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Answer: (C) Misconceptions are largely due to a lack of clear messages from Moscow.
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According to the second paragraph of the passage, a deficit of explicit messages from Moscow creates room for misinterpretations and exaggerations on the part of Ukraine and its western supporters. This lack of clear communication from the Russian administration accounts for the misconceptions.
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Read the following passage and answer the questions given below. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions.
The recent stand- off between Russia and Ukraine has captured headlines in the international news media. This geopolitical situation appears to be complex due to the indirect involvement of its multiple stakeholders, including the United States, Turkey and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Increased tensions between Ukraine and Russia can be viewed as a continuation of the unresolved conflict of 2014. Besides powerful rhetoric from NATO, Ukraine seems to be desperate to receive more commitments and concrete actions. The question though is how far the NATO alliance can go in its support, given that Ukraine has not yet obtained membership. This partnership aims to maintain and deepen cooperation between countries that have made significant contributions to the NATO- led missions and operations.
The Ukrainian President's visit to Istanbul to mark the 10th anniversary of Ukraine's strategic partnership with Turkey was also an opportunity for him to be reassured by the Turkish President that Turkey stands by Ukraine amidst the current tensions with Russia. During the bilateral meeting, both leaders discussed the security issues in the Black Sea region. Arguably, the cornerstone of the Russia- Ukraine conflict is insufficient communication. Thus, it is very difficult, if not impossible, to speculate on the overarching rationale behind Russia's tactical decisions towards Ukraine. There are more questions than answers regarding the strategic calculus of the Russian administration. A deficit of explicit messages from Moscow creates room for misinterpretations and exaggerations on the part of Ukraine and its western supporters. A long- term solution should be sought out in order to break the vicious cycle of animosity and misunderstanding.
The Russian President has been known for his geopolitical adventures, especially in West Asia. In the case of eastern Ukraine, it is highly unlikely that he would be willing to make further territorial gains this time around. He possesses enough diplomatic skills not to indulge in yet another geopolitical endeavour, that might entail serious repercussions from the international community. All the stakeholders in the ongoing crisis should focus on establishing a constructive dialogue among themselves using clear and unambiguous language. The only way forward is to seek a peaceful resolution to the Russia- Ukraine conflict rather than exacerbating the reality and using quid pro quo tactics. Both countries do need support from the global community, but not in a military form. There is a need for a platform that will facilitate negotiation, mutual consensus and possible compromises, as well as engagement with mediators.
Why does the author describe the ongoing geopolitical situation between Russia and Ukraine as complicated?
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Answer: (A) Multiple stakeholders' indirect intervention has raised tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
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The opening paragraph states that the geopolitical situation between Russia and Ukraine appears complex due to the indirect involvement of its multiple stakeholders, including the United States, Turkey, and NATO.
153English Language
Read the following passage and answer the questions given below. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions.
The recent stand- off between Russia and Ukraine has captured headlines in the international news media. This geopolitical situation appears to be complex due to the indirect involvement of its multiple stakeholders, including the United States, Turkey and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Increased tensions between Ukraine and Russia can be viewed as a continuation of the unresolved conflict of 2014. Besides powerful rhetoric from NATO, Ukraine seems to be desperate to receive more commitments and concrete actions. The question though is how far the NATO alliance can go in its support, given that Ukraine has not yet obtained membership. This partnership aims to maintain and deepen cooperation between countries that have made significant contributions to the NATO- led missions and operations.
The Ukrainian President's visit to Istanbul to mark the 10th anniversary of Ukraine's strategic partnership with Turkey was also an opportunity for him to be reassured by the Turkish President that Turkey stands by Ukraine amidst the current tensions with Russia. During the bilateral meeting, both leaders discussed the security issues in the Black Sea region. Arguably, the cornerstone of the Russia- Ukraine conflict is insufficient communication. Thus, it is very difficult, if not impossible, to speculate on the overarching rationale behind Russia's tactical decisions towards Ukraine. There are more questions than answers regarding the strategic calculus of the Russian administration. A deficit of explicit messages from Moscow creates room for misinterpretations and exaggerations on the part of Ukraine and its western supporters. A long- term solution should be sought out in order to break the vicious cycle of animosity and misunderstanding.
The Russian President has been known for his geopolitical adventures, especially in West Asia. In the case of eastern Ukraine, it is highly unlikely that he would be willing to make further territorial gains this time around. He possesses enough diplomatic skills not to indulge in yet another geopolitical endeavour, that might entail serious repercussions from the international community. All the stakeholders in the ongoing crisis should focus on establishing a constructive dialogue among themselves using clear and unambiguous language. The only way forward is to seek a peaceful resolution to the Russia- Ukraine conflict rather than exacerbating the reality and using quid pro quo tactics. Both countries do need support from the global community, but not in a military form. There is a need for a platform that will facilitate negotiation, mutual consensus and possible compromises, as well as engagement with mediators.
Which of the following statements is/are correct about Ukraine's strategic partnership with Turkey?
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Answer: (E) Both (a) and (b)
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The passage notes that during the bilateral meeting in Istanbul, both leaders discussed security issues in the Black Sea region and the Ukrainian President was reassured that Turkey stands by Ukraine amidst current tensions with Russia. Thus, both statements regarding Black Sea discussions and support from Turkey are correct.
154English Language
Read the following passage and answer the questions given below. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions.
The recent stand- off between Russia and Ukraine has captured headlines in the international news media. This geopolitical situation appears to be complex due to the indirect involvement of its multiple stakeholders, including the United States, Turkey and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Increased tensions between Ukraine and Russia can be viewed as a continuation of the unresolved conflict of 2014. Besides powerful rhetoric from NATO, Ukraine seems to be desperate to receive more commitments and concrete actions. The question though is how far the NATO alliance can go in its support, given that Ukraine has not yet obtained membership. This partnership aims to maintain and deepen cooperation between countries that have made significant contributions to the NATO- led missions and operations.
The Ukrainian President's visit to Istanbul to mark the 10th anniversary of Ukraine's strategic partnership with Turkey was also an opportunity for him to be reassured by the Turkish President that Turkey stands by Ukraine amidst the current tensions with Russia. During the bilateral meeting, both leaders discussed the security issues in the Black Sea region. Arguably, the cornerstone of the Russia- Ukraine conflict is insufficient communication. Thus, it is very difficult, if not impossible, to speculate on the overarching rationale behind Russia's tactical decisions towards Ukraine. There are more questions than answers regarding the strategic calculus of the Russian administration. A deficit of explicit messages from Moscow creates room for misinterpretations and exaggerations on the part of Ukraine and its western supporters. A long- term solution should be sought out in order to break the vicious cycle of animosity and misunderstanding.
The Russian President has been known for his geopolitical adventures, especially in West Asia. In the case of eastern Ukraine, it is highly unlikely that he would be willing to make further territorial gains this time around. He possesses enough diplomatic skills not to indulge in yet another geopolitical endeavour, that might entail serious repercussions from the international community. All the stakeholders in the ongoing crisis should focus on establishing a constructive dialogue among themselves using clear and unambiguous language. The only way forward is to seek a peaceful resolution to the Russia- Ukraine conflict rather than exacerbating the reality and using quid pro quo tactics. Both countries do need support from the global community, but not in a military form. There is a need for a platform that will facilitate negotiation, mutual consensus and possible compromises, as well as engagement with mediators.
What does the author propose as a solution to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine?
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Answer: (E) All of these
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In the final paragraph, the author highlights that stakeholders must focus on establishing constructive dialogue, seeking a peaceful resolution rather than escalating tensions, and establishing a platform that facilitates negotiation and mutual consensus. Because all three of these proposed solutions are explicitly stated by the author, all of them are correct.
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Read the following passage and answer the questions given below. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions.
The recent stand- off between Russia and Ukraine has captured headlines in the international news media. This geopolitical situation appears to be complex due to the indirect involvement of its multiple stakeholders, including the United States, Turkey and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Increased tensions between Ukraine and Russia can be viewed as a continuation of the unresolved conflict of 2014. Besides powerful rhetoric from NATO, Ukraine seems to be desperate to receive more commitments and concrete actions. The question though is how far the NATO alliance can go in its support, given that Ukraine has not yet obtained membership. This partnership aims to maintain and deepen cooperation between countries that have made significant contributions to the NATO- led missions and operations.
The Ukrainian President's visit to Istanbul to mark the 10th anniversary of Ukraine's strategic partnership with Turkey was also an opportunity for him to be reassured by the Turkish President that Turkey stands by Ukraine amidst the current tensions with Russia. During the bilateral meeting, both leaders discussed the security issues in the Black Sea region. Arguably, the cornerstone of the Russia- Ukraine conflict is insufficient communication. Thus, it is very difficult, if not impossible, to speculate on the overarching rationale behind Russia's tactical decisions towards Ukraine. There are more questions than answers regarding the strategic calculus of the Russian administration. A deficit of explicit messages from Moscow creates room for misinterpretations and exaggerations on the part of Ukraine and its western supporters. A long- term solution should be sought out in order to break the vicious cycle of animosity and misunderstanding.
The Russian President has been known for his geopolitical adventures, especially in West Asia. In the case of eastern Ukraine, it is highly unlikely that he would be willing to make further territorial gains this time around. He possesses enough diplomatic skills not to indulge in yet another geopolitical endeavour, that might entail serious repercussions from the international community. All the stakeholders in the ongoing crisis should focus on establishing a constructive dialogue among themselves using clear and unambiguous language. The only way forward is to seek a peaceful resolution to the Russia- Ukraine conflict rather than exacerbating the reality and using quid pro quo tactics. Both countries do need support from the global community, but not in a military form. There is a need for a platform that will facilitate negotiation, mutual consensus and possible compromises, as well as engagement with mediators.
Based on the information provided, which one of the following statements is not true about the Russian President?
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Answer: (E) None of these
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The passage explicitly states that the Russian President is well-known for his geopolitical adventures, particularly in West Asia, which reflects his geopolitical standing and diplomatic prowess. It further highlights that he possesses enough diplomatic skills to refrain from embarking on geopolitical endeavors that could carry severe international repercussions or fatal outcomes. Because each of the descriptions accurately reflects the facts provided in the text regarding his geopolitical edge and diplomatic capabilities, no statement provided is untrue according to the context.
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Read the following passage and answer the questions given below. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions.
The recent stand- off between Russia and Ukraine has captured headlines in the international news media. This geopolitical situation appears to be complex due to the indirect involvement of its multiple stakeholders, including the United States, Turkey and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Increased tensions between Ukraine and Russia can be viewed as a continuation of the unresolved conflict of 2014. Besides powerful rhetoric from NATO, Ukraine seems to be desperate to receive more commitments and concrete actions. The question though is how far the NATO alliance can go in its support, given that Ukraine has not yet obtained membership. This partnership aims to maintain and deepen cooperation between countries that have made significant contributions to the NATO- led missions and operations.
The Ukrainian President's visit to Istanbul to mark the 10th anniversary of Ukraine's strategic partnership with Turkey was also an opportunity for him to be reassured by the Turkish President that Turkey stands by Ukraine amidst the current tensions with Russia. During the bilateral meeting, both leaders discussed the security issues in the Black Sea region. Arguably, the cornerstone of the Russia- Ukraine conflict is insufficient communication. Thus, it is very difficult, if not impossible, to speculate on the overarching rationale behind Russia's tactical decisions towards Ukraine. There are more questions than answers regarding the strategic calculus of the Russian administration. A deficit of explicit messages from Moscow creates room for misinterpretations and exaggerations on the part of Ukraine and its western supporters. A long- term solution should be sought out in order to break the vicious cycle of animosity and misunderstanding.
The Russian President has been known for his geopolitical adventures, especially in West Asia. In the case of eastern Ukraine, it is highly unlikely that he would be willing to make further territorial gains this time around. He possesses enough diplomatic skills not to indulge in yet another geopolitical endeavour, that might entail serious repercussions from the international community. All the stakeholders in the ongoing crisis should focus on establishing a constructive dialogue among themselves using clear and unambiguous language. The only way forward is to seek a peaceful resolution to the Russia- Ukraine conflict rather than exacerbating the reality and using quid pro quo tactics. Both countries do need support from the global community, but not in a military form. There is a need for a platform that will facilitate negotiation, mutual consensus and possible compromises, as well as engagement with mediators.
Why is it difficult to speculate on the ultimate motive underlying Russia's tactical moves in Ukraine?
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Answer: (B) Because of the communication breakdown, speculating on the ultimate motivation behind Russia's tactical operations in Ukraine is difficult.
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The passage identifies insufficient communication as the cornerstone of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, making it very difficult to speculate on the overarching rationale behind Russia's tactical decisions. Communication breakdown directly explains why speculating on Russia's ultimate motive is so challenging.
157English Language
Read the following passage and answer the questions given below. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions.
The recent stand- off between Russia and Ukraine has captured headlines in the international news media. This geopolitical situation appears to be complex due to the indirect involvement of its multiple stakeholders, including the United States, Turkey and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Increased tensions between Ukraine and Russia can be viewed as a continuation of the unresolved conflict of 2014. Besides powerful rhetoric from NATO, Ukraine seems to be desperate to receive more commitments and concrete actions. The question though is how far the NATO alliance can go in its support, given that Ukraine has not yet obtained membership. This partnership aims to maintain and deepen cooperation between countries that have made significant contributions to the NATO- led missions and operations.
The Ukrainian President's visit to Istanbul to mark the 10th anniversary of Ukraine's strategic partnership with Turkey was also an opportunity for him to be reassured by the Turkish President that Turkey stands by Ukraine amidst the current tensions with Russia. During the bilateral meeting, both leaders discussed the security issues in the Black Sea region. Arguably, the cornerstone of the Russia- Ukraine conflict is insufficient communication. Thus, it is very difficult, if not impossible, to speculate on the overarching rationale behind Russia's tactical decisions towards Ukraine. There are more questions than answers regarding the strategic calculus of the Russian administration. A deficit of explicit messages from Moscow creates room for misinterpretations and exaggerations on the part of Ukraine and its western supporters. A long- term solution should be sought out in order to break the vicious cycle of animosity and misunderstanding.
The Russian President has been known for his geopolitical adventures, especially in West Asia. In the case of eastern Ukraine, it is highly unlikely that he would be willing to make further territorial gains this time around. He possesses enough diplomatic skills not to indulge in yet another geopolitical endeavour, that might entail serious repercussions from the international community. All the stakeholders in the ongoing crisis should focus on establishing a constructive dialogue among themselves using clear and unambiguous language. The only way forward is to seek a peaceful resolution to the Russia- Ukraine conflict rather than exacerbating the reality and using quid pro quo tactics. Both countries do need support from the global community, but not in a military form. There is a need for a platform that will facilitate negotiation, mutual consensus and possible compromises, as well as engagement with mediators.
Choose the most appropriate antonym of the word 'VICIOUS', as highlighted in the given passage.
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Answer: (E) altruistic
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In the given context, vicious describes a harmful or destructive cycle of animosity. The word altruistic means showing unselfish concern for the welfare of others or being benevolent, making it the exact antonym.
158English Language
Read the following passage and answer the questions given below. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions.
The recent stand- off between Russia and Ukraine has captured headlines in the international news media. This geopolitical situation appears to be complex due to the indirect involvement of its multiple stakeholders, including the United States, Turkey and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Increased tensions between Ukraine and Russia can be viewed as a continuation of the unresolved conflict of 2014. Besides powerful rhetoric from NATO, Ukraine seems to be desperate to receive more commitments and concrete actions. The question though is how far the NATO alliance can go in its support, given that Ukraine has not yet obtained membership. This partnership aims to maintain and deepen cooperation between countries that have made significant contributions to the NATO- led missions and operations.
The Ukrainian President's visit to Istanbul to mark the 10th anniversary of Ukraine's strategic partnership with Turkey was also an opportunity for him to be reassured by the Turkish President that Turkey stands by Ukraine amidst the current tensions with Russia. During the bilateral meeting, both leaders discussed the security issues in the Black Sea region. Arguably, the cornerstone of the Russia- Ukraine conflict is insufficient communication. Thus, it is very difficult, if not impossible, to speculate on the overarching rationale behind Russia's tactical decisions towards Ukraine. There are more questions than answers regarding the strategic calculus of the Russian administration. A deficit of explicit messages from Moscow creates room for misinterpretations and exaggerations on the part of Ukraine and its western supporters. A long- term solution should be sought out in order to break the vicious cycle of animosity and misunderstanding.
The Russian President has been known for his geopolitical adventures, especially in West Asia. In the case of eastern Ukraine, it is highly unlikely that he would be willing to make further territorial gains this time around. He possesses enough diplomatic skills not to indulge in yet another geopolitical endeavour, that might entail serious repercussions from the international community. All the stakeholders in the ongoing crisis should focus on establishing a constructive dialogue among themselves using clear and unambiguous language. The only way forward is to seek a peaceful resolution to the Russia- Ukraine conflict rather than exacerbating the reality and using quid pro quo tactics. Both countries do need support from the global community, but not in a military form. There is a need for a platform that will facilitate negotiation, mutual consensus and possible compromises, as well as engagement with mediators.
Choose the most appropriate synonym of the word 'DESPERATE', as highlighted in the passage.
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Answer: (A) longing
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In the passage, desperate indicates an intense desire or urgent need to receive commitments and concrete actions. Longing expresses an earnest desire or craving for something, making it the proper synonym.
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In the following paragraph, a few words have been omitted, each of which has been numbered. Select the most appropriate word from the given options to fill in the given blanks correctly in terms of contextual meaning and grammatical accuracy.
The construction of a new Parliament building and the revamp of the Central Vista Avenue have continued during the lockdown (9) in Delhi due to the second wave of the pandemic and have been challenged in court. The Delhi High Court has reserved its judgment in the matter. The government is (10) for the records at the National Archives and will store them safely during the Central Vista redevelopment project, Union Culture Minister said in a recent statement. Besides, it is the government's responsibility to (11) the archives and it will continue to keep the records safely," he said when asked about the public (12) against the proposal. As a part of the Central Vista redevelopment project, the National Archives building was proposed to be (13) with a new building meant for use by researchers, according to the draft master plan. The Central Public Works Department (CPWD) was granted environment clearance for the project which includes the (14) of several buildings but the National Archives building was not mentioned in the environment clearance.
This question refers to blank (9) in the passage above.
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Answer: (B) inflicted
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In the context of the sentence, lockdown inflicted in Delhi appropriately describes the restriction imposed or brought upon the city as a consequence of the second wave of the pandemic.
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In the following paragraph, a few words have been omitted, each of which has been numbered. Select the most appropriate word from the given options to fill in the given blanks correctly in terms of contextual meaning and grammatical accuracy.
The construction of a new Parliament building and the revamp of the Central Vista Avenue have continued during the lockdown (9) in Delhi due to the second wave of the pandemic and have been challenged in court. The Delhi High Court has reserved its judgment in the matter. The government is (10) for the records at the National Archives and will store them safely during the Central Vista redevelopment project, Union Culture Minister said in a recent statement. Besides, it is the government's responsibility to (11) the archives and it will continue to keep the records safely," he said when asked about the public (12) against the proposal. As a part of the Central Vista redevelopment project, the National Archives building was proposed to be (13) with a new building meant for use by researchers, according to the draft master plan. The Central Public Works Department (CPWD) was granted environment clearance for the project which includes the (14) of several buildings but the National Archives building was not mentioned in the environment clearance.
This question refers to blank (10) in the passage above.
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Answer: (A) culpable
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The word culpable is an adjective that pairs with the preposition for to express being responsible or answerable for maintaining and safeguarding the records at the National Archives.
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In the following paragraph, a few words have been omitted, each of which has been numbered. Select the most appropriate word from the given options to fill in the given blanks correctly in terms of contextual meaning and grammatical accuracy.
The construction of a new Parliament building and the revamp of the Central Vista Avenue have continued during the lockdown (9) in Delhi due to the second wave of the pandemic and have been challenged in court. The Delhi High Court has reserved its judgment in the matter. The government is (10) for the records at the National Archives and will store them safely during the Central Vista redevelopment project, Union Culture Minister said in a recent statement. Besides, it is the government's responsibility to (11) the archives and it will continue to keep the records safely," he said when asked about the public (12) against the proposal. As a part of the Central Vista redevelopment project, the National Archives building was proposed to be (13) with a new building meant for use by researchers, according to the draft master plan. The Central Public Works Department (CPWD) was granted environment clearance for the project which includes the (14) of several buildings but the National Archives building was not mentioned in the environment clearance.
This question refers to blank (11) in the passage above.
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Answer: (B) sustain
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The sentence expresses the government's duty to preserve and maintain the archives over time. The verb sustain means to support, maintain, or keep in existence, which fits grammatically as an infinitive verb following to and contextually aligns with keeping records safely.
162English Language
In the following paragraph, a few words have been omitted, each of which has been numbered. Select the most appropriate word from the given options to fill in the given blanks correctly in terms of contextual meaning and grammatical accuracy.
The construction of a new Parliament building and the revamp of the Central Vista Avenue have continued during the lockdown (9) in Delhi due to the second wave of the pandemic and have been challenged in court. The Delhi High Court has reserved its judgment in the matter. The government is (10) for the records at the National Archives and will store them safely during the Central Vista redevelopment project, Union Culture Minister said in a recent statement. Besides, it is the government's responsibility to (11) the archives and it will continue to keep the records safely," he said when asked about the public (12) against the proposal. As a part of the Central Vista redevelopment project, the National Archives building was proposed to be (13) with a new building meant for use by researchers, according to the draft master plan. The Central Public Works Department (CPWD) was granted environment clearance for the project which includes the (14) of several buildings but the National Archives building was not mentioned in the environment clearance.
This question refers to blank (12) in the passage above.
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Answer: (D) dissent
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The noun dissent means public disagreement, opposition, or non-agreement with an official policy. In the context of objections raised against a government proposal, public dissent against the proposal provides the correct meaning and grammatical fit.
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In the following paragraph, a few words have been omitted, each of which has been numbered. Select the most appropriate word from the given options to fill in the given blanks correctly in terms of contextual meaning and grammatical accuracy.
The construction of a new Parliament building and the revamp of the Central Vista Avenue have continued during the lockdown (9) in Delhi due to the second wave of the pandemic and have been challenged in court. The Delhi High Court has reserved its judgment in the matter. The government is (10) for the records at the National Archives and will store them safely during the Central Vista redevelopment project, Union Culture Minister said in a recent statement. Besides, it is the government's responsibility to (11) the archives and it will continue to keep the records safely," he said when asked about the public (12) against the proposal. As a part of the Central Vista redevelopment project, the National Archives building was proposed to be (13) with a new building meant for use by researchers, according to the draft master plan. The Central Public Works Department (CPWD) was granted environment clearance for the project which includes the (14) of several buildings but the National Archives building was not mentioned in the environment clearance.
This question refers to blank (13) in the passage above.
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Answer: (E) supplanted
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The National Archives building was to be replaced by a new building; 'supplanted' (replaced) is the only option meaning replacement - the others (mustered, convened, congregated, summoned) all describe gathering people.
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In the following paragraph, a few words have been omitted, each of which has been numbered. Select the most appropriate word from the given options to fill in the given blanks correctly in terms of contextual meaning and grammatical accuracy.
The construction of a new Parliament building and the revamp of the Central Vista Avenue have continued during the lockdown (9) in Delhi due to the second wave of the pandemic and have been challenged in court. The Delhi High Court has reserved its judgment in the matter. The government is (10) for the records at the National Archives and will store them safely during the Central Vista redevelopment project, Union Culture Minister said in a recent statement. Besides, it is the government's responsibility to (11) the archives and it will continue to keep the records safely," he said when asked about the public (12) against the proposal. As a part of the Central Vista redevelopment project, the National Archives building was proposed to be (13) with a new building meant for use by researchers, according to the draft master plan. The Central Public Works Department (CPWD) was granted environment clearance for the project which includes the (14) of several buildings but the National Archives building was not mentioned in the environment clearance.
This question refers to blank (14) in the passage above.
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Answer: (C) wrecking
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The noun wrecking refers to the act of demolishing, destroying, or breaking down structures. In the context of a central urban redevelopment project requiring environmental clearance for taking down existing structures, wrecking of several buildings is the appropriate term.
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In each of the following questions, a sentence has been divided into four parts. One of these parts may or may not contain an error. You are required to choose the erroneous part as your response. If all the given parts are correct, then choose option (E) as your answer choice.
In many countries, both authorities and (A)/ security agencies are coming to see (B)/ the value of diplomacy as an important (C)/ complement to the function in security services. (D)
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Answer: (D) D
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The phrase complement to the function in security services uses an incorrect preposition. The correct idiom and meaning require the preposition of, as in function of security services, to indicate the role or purpose belonging to those services. Therefore, part D contains the grammatical error.
166English Language
In each of the following questions, a sentence has been divided into four parts. One of these parts may or may not contain an error. You are required to choose the erroneous part as your response. If all the given parts are correct, then choose option (E) as your answer choice.
While Jammu and Kashmir have been a problematic (A)/ region since 1947, the situation has evolved (B)/ over time, with periods of extreme violence (C)/ interspersed with periods of relative calm. (D)
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Answer: (D) A
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Jammu and Kashmir refers to a single geographical and administrative entity, as indicated by the singular noun phrase a problematic region. Singular proper nouns acting as a unified entity take a singular verb. The plural verb have been should be replaced with the singular verb has been, making part A erroneous.
167English Language
In each of the following questions, a sentence has been divided into four parts. One of these parts may or may not contain an error. You are required to choose the erroneous part as your response. If all the given parts are correct, then choose option (E) as your answer choice.
The poor will speak up if the (A)/ correct institutions of governance and authority (B)/ are built and instruments to (C)/ engage with them is made available. (D)
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Answer: (A) D
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The subject of the clause in part D is the plural noun instruments. Plural subjects require a plural verb to maintain subject-verb agreement. The singular auxiliary verb is must be replaced with the plural verb are to read instruments to engage with them are made available, making part D incorrect.
168English Language
In each of the following questions, a sentence has been divided into four parts. One of these parts may or may not contain an error. You are required to choose the erroneous part as your response. If all the given parts are correct, then choose option (E) as your answer choice.
A locally anchored education vision (A)/ arises from societal and political (B)/ agreements on why children in (C)/ rural areas needs to attend school. (D)
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Answer: (C) D
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The subject performing the action in the embedded clause is children, which is a plural noun. Plural subjects take plural verbs without the -s suffix. Therefore, the verb needs should be changed to need, making part D the erroneous section.
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In each of the following questions, a sentence has been divided into four parts. One of these parts may or may not contain an error. You are required to choose the erroneous part as your response. If all the given parts are correct, then choose option (E) as your answer choice.
While security concerns appear to (A)/ be growing in a number of Indian regions, (B)/ the personnel of security agencies (C)/ face a different kind of threat. (D)
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Answer: (E) All are correct
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The sentence contains no grammatical, idiomatic, or structural errors. The plural subject security concerns agrees with appear, the expression a number of is followed by the plural noun Indian regions, and the plural collective noun personnel correctly agrees with the verb face. Thus, the sentence is entirely correct.
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In each of the questions given below four words are given in bold. These four words may or may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should interchange with each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of the words that replace each other. If the sentence is correct as it is then select 'No interchange required' as your choice.
The state- owned reliance (A) is looking to diversify (B) its sources of supply in an attempt to cut down refiner (C) on any particular region (D).
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Answer: (A) Only (A)- (C)
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The subject requires a noun representing a company type, such as refiner, to modify state-owned. The prepositional phrase cut down requires the noun reliance to form cut down reliance on. Swapping word A with word C creates the meaningful sentence: The state-owned refiner is looking to diversify its sources of supply in an attempt to cut down reliance on any particular region.
171English Language
In each of the questions given below four words are given in bold. These four words may or may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should interchange with each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of the words that replace each other. If the sentence is correct as it is then select 'No interchange required' as your choice.
The commuters (A) is gearing up to enable company (B) to book (C) a bus seat using the application (D).
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Answer: (C) Both (A)-(B)
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As written, 'The commuters is gearing up to enable company to book a bus seat' fails subject-verb agreement and reverses the logic. Interchanging (A) and (B) gives 'The company is gearing up to enable commuters to book a bus seat using the application', which is correct. So both (A)-(B) must be exchanged.
172English Language
In each of the questions given below four words are given in bold. These four words may or may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should interchange with each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of the words that replace each other. If the sentence is correct as it is then select 'No interchange required' as your choice.
India is on track to attract (A) foreign direct investment in the current business (B) on account of economic reform (C) and ease of doing fiscal (D).
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Answer: (B) Only (B)- (D)
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The noun phrase ease of doing business is standard economic terminology, and current fiscal correctly specifies the financial timeframe. Interchanging business at position (B) and fiscal at position (D) gives the grammatically and contextually correct sentence: India is on track to attract foreign direct investment in the current fiscal on account of economic reform and ease of doing business.
173English Language
In each of the questions given below four words are given in bold. These four words may or may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should interchange with each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of the words that replace each other. If the sentence is correct as it is then select 'No interchange required' as your choice.
The E- commerce firm said it had customer (A) a festive (B) jump in its recorded (C) base during the first 36 hours of its twofold (D) season sale.
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Answer: (D) Both (A)- (C) and (B)- (D)
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The past participle recorded fits after had to form the past perfect tense had recorded, while customer modifies base to form customer base. Similarly, twofold modifies jump and festive modifies season sale. Interchanging (A) with (C) and (B) with (D) produces the sentence: The E-commerce firm said it had recorded a twofold jump in its customer base during the first 36 hours of its festive season sale.
174English Language
In each of the questions given below four words are given in bold. These four words may or may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should interchange with each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of the words that replace each other. If the sentence is correct as it is then select 'No interchange required' as your choice.
The government must take formation (A) for its actions (B) and allow the responsibility (C) of a new interim (D) government.
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Answer: (A) (A) - (C)
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The noun responsibility fits contextually after the verb take in the idiom take responsibility for, while formation fits naturally before of a new interim government. Interchanging (A) formation and (C) responsibility yields: The government must take responsibility for its actions and allow the formation of a new interim government.
175English Language
In each of the questions given below four words are given in bold. These four words may or may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should interchange with each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of the words that replace each other. If the sentence is correct as it is then select 'No interchange required' as your choice.
The first month of the new collections (A) year has yielded (B) a sharp surge (C) in Goods and Services Tax financial (D)
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Answer: (D) (A) - (D)
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The phrase financial year is standard corporate and macroeconomic terminology, while tax collections correctly describes government revenue gathered from taxes. Interchanging (A) collections and (D) financial restores the correct sentence structure: The first month of the new financial year has yielded a sharp surge in Goods and Services Tax collections.
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In each of the following questions, a grammatically correct and contextually meaningful sentence has been divided into four parts. You are required to choose the correct rearrangement of the given parts to form a coherent sentence. If the given parts have been placed in the correct sequential order and do not require rearrangement then choose option (E) as your answer choice.
has managed to significantly increase the (A)/ foundational literacy and numeracy skills of (B)/ children between March and May this year (C)/ the commission for the protection of child rights (D)
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Answer: (A) DABC
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Subject the commission for the protection of child rights (D) is followed by verb phrase has managed to significantly increase the (A), direct object foundational literacy and numeracy skills of (B), and noun adjunct children between March and May this year (C). Arranging the parts as DABC forms the coherent sentence: The commission for the protection of child rights has managed to significantly increase the foundational literacy and numeracy skills of children between March and May this year.
177English Language
In each of the following questions, a grammatically correct and contextually meaningful sentence has been divided into four parts. You are required to choose the correct rearrangement of the given parts to form a coherent sentence. If the given parts have been placed in the correct sequential order and do not require rearrangement then choose option (E) as your answer choice.
in yet another effort to revive interest in its land (A)/ pooling policy, the development department (B)/ announced the reopening of its (C)/ application window for the scheme (D)
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Answer: (E) No rearrangement required
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The original sequence A-B-C-D forms a coherent sentence starting with the introductory adverbial phrase In yet another effort to revive interest in its land pooling policy, followed by main clause subject the development department, verb phrase announced the reopening of its, and object noun phrase application window for the scheme. No rearrangement is required.
178English Language
In each of the following questions, a grammatically correct and contextually meaningful sentence has been divided into four parts. You are required to choose the correct rearrangement of the given parts to form a coherent sentence. If the given parts have been placed in the correct sequential order and do not require rearrangement then choose option (E) as your answer choice.
powers, and the political turmoil (A)/ the war in Europe, backed by western (B)/ in South Asia dominate (C)/ newspaper headlines today (D)
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Answer: (B) BACD
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Part (B) ends with western, which links to powers in (A); part (A) ends with turmoil, which links to in South Asia dominate in (C); part (C) ends with dominate, which links to newspaper headlines today in (D). Rearranging as BACD creates the grammatically complete compound-subject sentence: The war in Europe, backed by western powers, and the political turmoil in South Asia dominate newspaper headlines today.
179English Language
In each of the following questions, a grammatically correct and contextually meaningful sentence has been divided into four parts. You are required to choose the correct rearrangement of the given parts to form a coherent sentence. If the given parts have been placed in the correct sequential order and do not require rearrangement then choose option (E) as your answer choice.
keep a close eye on developments, (A)/ they can only deal with the present threat (B)/ while the country's security agencies (C)/ it's important to remember that (D)
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Answer: (D) CADB
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Part (C) introduces a subordinate clause While the country's security agencies, followed by verb phrase in (A) keep a close eye on developments,, followed by main clause (D) it's important to remember that, and complement clause (B) they can only deal with the present threat. Rearranging as CADB forms: While the country's security agencies keep a close eye on developments, it's important to remember that they can only deal with the present threat.
180English Language
In each of the following questions, a grammatically correct and contextually meaningful sentence has been divided into four parts. You are required to choose the correct rearrangement of the given parts to form a coherent sentence. If the given parts have been placed in the correct sequential order and do not require rearrangement then choose option (E) as your answer choice.
various media reports in recent years have (A)/ highlighted the steep drop in learning results (B)/ as information on school education is (C)/ collected to fix errors and reward achievements (D)
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Answer: (E) No rearrangement required
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The given sequence A-B-C-D forms a grammatically sound sentence where Various media reports in recent years have (A) leads to predicate highlighted the steep drop in learning results (B), followed by subordinate clause as information on school education is (C) and passive verb phrase collected to fix errors and reward achievements (D). No rearrangement is required.
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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been given in bold to help you locate them, while answering some of the questions.
A tourist's paradise, India is a magnum of diverse geography and cultures, offering 30 World Heritage sites, 25 biogeographical zones and attractive beaches. Tourism in India accounts for 6.8% of the GDP, and is the third largest foreign exchange earner for the country with USD 18.13 Billion. Neglecting the promotion of tourism is harmful to the Indian economy. In recent years, there has been an increased realization that the tourism growth potential can be harnessed as a strategy for Rural Development. With 69% population living in rural India, and almost 6.5 million village units spread across the country, India plays a vital role in harnessing rural tourism. The geographical diversity of India makes it a unique spot for harnessing rural tourism which can include tourist sites like desert, mountains, plains, plateaus, islands and coasts in different regions. India showcases a variety of cultural patterns having different lifestyles, practices, art and craft, and festivals. These can be incorporated and in the form of rural tourism.
Factors such as increasing level of awareness, growing interest in heritage and culture, and improved accessibility have fueled a move of trends towards rural tourism. This will not only preserve the culture and heritage of the country, but will also generate employment in the villages since it can be leveraged to provide skill development in tourism related job roles such as that of guide, driver, cook, housekeeping and hospitality to the tourists. Ministry of Tourism specifies that any form of tourism that showcases the rural life, art, culture and heritage at rural locations, benefits the local community economically and socially, and enables interaction between the tourists and the locals can be termed as rural tourism. Rural tourism may include multiple facets such as farm tourism, cultural tourism, nature tourism, adventure tourism, and eco- tourism. The country has seen successful rural tourism models in states such as Kerala's backwater, Karnataka's forest, and Tamil Nadu's temple.
What is the importance of tourism for the growth of the Indian economy?
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Answer: (E) Both (b) and (d)
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According to the passage, tourism accounts for 6.8% of India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and serves as the country's third largest foreign exchange earner with 18.13 billion USD. Therefore, both the GDP contribution of 6.8 percent and the status as the third largest source of foreign exchange earnings highlight its economic importance.
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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been given in bold to help you locate them, while answering some of the questions.
A tourist's paradise, India is a magnum of diverse geography and cultures, offering 30 World Heritage sites, 25 biogeographical zones and attractive beaches. Tourism in India accounts for 6.8% of the GDP, and is the third largest foreign exchange earner for the country with USD 18.13 Billion. Neglecting the promotion of tourism is harmful to the Indian economy. In recent years, there has been an increased realization that the tourism growth potential can be harnessed as a strategy for Rural Development. With 69% population living in rural India, and almost 6.5 million village units spread across the country, India plays a vital role in harnessing rural tourism. The geographical diversity of India makes it a unique spot for harnessing rural tourism which can include tourist sites like desert, mountains, plains, plateaus, islands and coasts in different regions. India showcases a variety of cultural patterns having different lifestyles, practices, art and craft, and festivals. These can be incorporated and in the form of rural tourism.
Factors such as increasing level of awareness, growing interest in heritage and culture, and improved accessibility have fueled a move of trends towards rural tourism. This will not only preserve the culture and heritage of the country, but will also generate employment in the villages since it can be leveraged to provide skill development in tourism related job roles such as that of guide, driver, cook, housekeeping and hospitality to the tourists. Ministry of Tourism specifies that any form of tourism that showcases the rural life, art, culture and heritage at rural locations, benefits the local community economically and socially, and enables interaction between the tourists and the locals can be termed as rural tourism. Rural tourism may include multiple facets such as farm tourism, cultural tourism, nature tourism, adventure tourism, and eco- tourism. The country has seen successful rural tourism models in states such as Kerala's backwater, Karnataka's forest, and Tamil Nadu's temple.
Which of the following fall(s) under the definition of rural tourism set by the Ministry of Tourism?
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Answer: (D) All of these
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The passage specifies that the Ministry of Tourism defines rural tourism as any form of tourism that showcases rural life, art, culture, and heritage at rural locations, provides economic and social benefits to the local community, and enables interaction between tourists and locals. Since all three specified criteria are part of this definition, all listed statements fall under it.
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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been given in bold to help you locate them, while answering some of the questions.
A tourist's paradise, India is a magnum of diverse geography and cultures, offering 30 World Heritage sites, 25 biogeographical zones and attractive beaches. Tourism in India accounts for 6.8% of the GDP, and is the third largest foreign exchange earner for the country with USD 18.13 Billion. Neglecting the promotion of tourism is harmful to the Indian economy. In recent years, there has been an increased realization that the tourism growth potential can be harnessed as a strategy for Rural Development. With 69% population living in rural India, and almost 6.5 million village units spread across the country, India plays a vital role in harnessing rural tourism. The geographical diversity of India makes it a unique spot for harnessing rural tourism which can include tourist sites like desert, mountains, plains, plateaus, islands and coasts in different regions. India showcases a variety of cultural patterns having different lifestyles, practices, art and craft, and festivals. These can be incorporated and in the form of rural tourism.
Factors such as increasing level of awareness, growing interest in heritage and culture, and improved accessibility have fueled a move of trends towards rural tourism. This will not only preserve the culture and heritage of the country, but will also generate employment in the villages since it can be leveraged to provide skill development in tourism related job roles such as that of guide, driver, cook, housekeeping and hospitality to the tourists. Ministry of Tourism specifies that any form of tourism that showcases the rural life, art, culture and heritage at rural locations, benefits the local community economically and socially, and enables interaction between the tourists and the locals can be termed as rural tourism. Rural tourism may include multiple facets such as farm tourism, cultural tourism, nature tourism, adventure tourism, and eco- tourism. The country has seen successful rural tourism models in states such as Kerala's backwater, Karnataka's forest, and Tamil Nadu's temple.
In what ways rural areas get benefitted from tourism?
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Answer: (A) Tourism gives rise to various employment and conserves culture and heritage.
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The passage explicitly mentions that promoting rural tourism will preserve the country's culture and heritage while generating employment in villages by providing skill development in tourism-related roles such as drivers, guides, cooks, and hospitality staff.
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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been given in bold to help you locate them, while answering some of the questions.
A tourist's paradise, India is a magnum of diverse geography and cultures, offering 30 World Heritage sites, 25 biogeographical zones and attractive beaches. Tourism in India accounts for 6.8% of the GDP, and is the third largest foreign exchange earner for the country with USD 18.13 Billion. Neglecting the promotion of tourism is harmful to the Indian economy. In recent years, there has been an increased realization that the tourism growth potential can be harnessed as a strategy for Rural Development. With 69% population living in rural India, and almost 6.5 million village units spread across the country, India plays a vital role in harnessing rural tourism. The geographical diversity of India makes it a unique spot for harnessing rural tourism which can include tourist sites like desert, mountains, plains, plateaus, islands and coasts in different regions. India showcases a variety of cultural patterns having different lifestyles, practices, art and craft, and festivals. These can be incorporated and in the form of rural tourism.
Factors such as increasing level of awareness, growing interest in heritage and culture, and improved accessibility have fueled a move of trends towards rural tourism. This will not only preserve the culture and heritage of the country, but will also generate employment in the villages since it can be leveraged to provide skill development in tourism related job roles such as that of guide, driver, cook, housekeeping and hospitality to the tourists. Ministry of Tourism specifies that any form of tourism that showcases the rural life, art, culture and heritage at rural locations, benefits the local community economically and socially, and enables interaction between the tourists and the locals can be termed as rural tourism. Rural tourism may include multiple facets such as farm tourism, cultural tourism, nature tourism, adventure tourism, and eco- tourism. The country has seen successful rural tourism models in states such as Kerala's backwater, Karnataka's forest, and Tamil Nadu's temple.
What make(s) rural areas attractive tourist destinations?
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Answer: (E) Both (a) and (c)
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The passage highlights that India's geographical diversity—encompassing deserts, mountains, plains, plateaus, islands, and coasts—makes it a unique spot for rural tourism. Additionally, the variety of cultural patterns, including diverse lifestyles, art, craft, and festivals in rural areas, serves as a major attraction for tourists. Thus, both cultural heterogeneity and physical feature diversity make rural areas attractive destinations.
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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been given in bold to help you locate them, while answering some of the questions.
A tourist's paradise, India is a magnum of diverse geography and cultures, offering 30 World Heritage sites, 25 biogeographical zones and attractive beaches. Tourism in India accounts for 6.8% of the GDP, and is the third largest foreign exchange earner for the country with USD 18.13 Billion. Neglecting the promotion of tourism is harmful to the Indian economy. In recent years, there has been an increased realization that the tourism growth potential can be harnessed as a strategy for Rural Development. With 69% population living in rural India, and almost 6.5 million village units spread across the country, India plays a vital role in harnessing rural tourism. The geographical diversity of India makes it a unique spot for harnessing rural tourism which can include tourist sites like desert, mountains, plains, plateaus, islands and coasts in different regions. India showcases a variety of cultural patterns having different lifestyles, practices, art and craft, and festivals. These can be incorporated and in the form of rural tourism.
Factors such as increasing level of awareness, growing interest in heritage and culture, and improved accessibility have fueled a move of trends towards rural tourism. This will not only preserve the culture and heritage of the country, but will also generate employment in the villages since it can be leveraged to provide skill development in tourism related job roles such as that of guide, driver, cook, housekeeping and hospitality to the tourists. Ministry of Tourism specifies that any form of tourism that showcases the rural life, art, culture and heritage at rural locations, benefits the local community economically and socially, and enables interaction between the tourists and the locals can be termed as rural tourism. Rural tourism may include multiple facets such as farm tourism, cultural tourism, nature tourism, adventure tourism, and eco- tourism. The country has seen successful rural tourism models in states such as Kerala's backwater, Karnataka's forest, and Tamil Nadu's temple.
Which of the following statements is Incorrect as per the information given in the passage?
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Answer: (B) Karnataka's backwater has been a successful rural tourism model in India.
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The passage states that India has seen successful rural tourism models in states such as Kerala's backwaters, Karnataka's forests, and Tamil Nadu's temples. The assertion that Karnataka's backwater is a successful model misattributes the state feature described in the text.
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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been given in bold to help you locate them, while answering some of the questions.
A tourist's paradise, India is a magnum of diverse geography and cultures, offering 30 World Heritage sites, 25 biogeographical zones and attractive beaches. Tourism in India accounts for 6.8% of the GDP, and is the third largest foreign exchange earner for the country with USD 18.13 Billion. Neglecting the promotion of tourism is harmful to the Indian economy. In recent years, there has been an increased realization that the tourism growth potential can be harnessed as a strategy for Rural Development. With 69% population living in rural India, and almost 6.5 million village units spread across the country, India plays a vital role in harnessing rural tourism. The geographical diversity of India makes it a unique spot for harnessing rural tourism which can include tourist sites like desert, mountains, plains, plateaus, islands and coasts in different regions. India showcases a variety of cultural patterns having different lifestyles, practices, art and craft, and festivals. These can be incorporated and in the form of rural tourism.
Factors such as increasing level of awareness, growing interest in heritage and culture, and improved accessibility have fueled a move of trends towards rural tourism. This will not only preserve the culture and heritage of the country, but will also generate employment in the villages since it can be leveraged to provide skill development in tourism related job roles such as that of guide, driver, cook, housekeeping and hospitality to the tourists. Ministry of Tourism specifies that any form of tourism that showcases the rural life, art, culture and heritage at rural locations, benefits the local community economically and socially, and enables interaction between the tourists and the locals can be termed as rural tourism. Rural tourism may include multiple facets such as farm tourism, cultural tourism, nature tourism, adventure tourism, and eco- tourism. The country has seen successful rural tourism models in states such as Kerala's backwater, Karnataka's forest, and Tamil Nadu's temple.
Which of the following words is a synonym of MOVE given in the passage?
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Answer: (C) shift
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In the phrase "fueled a move of trends towards rural tourism," the word "move" denotes a transition or change in direction, making "shift" its precise synonym.
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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been given in bold to help you locate them, while answering some of the questions.
A tourist's paradise, India is a magnum of diverse geography and cultures, offering 30 World Heritage sites, 25 biogeographical zones and attractive beaches. Tourism in India accounts for 6.8% of the GDP, and is the third largest foreign exchange earner for the country with USD 18.13 Billion. Neglecting the promotion of tourism is harmful to the Indian economy. In recent years, there has been an increased realization that the tourism growth potential can be harnessed as a strategy for Rural Development. With 69% population living in rural India, and almost 6.5 million village units spread across the country, India plays a vital role in harnessing rural tourism. The geographical diversity of India makes it a unique spot for harnessing rural tourism which can include tourist sites like desert, mountains, plains, plateaus, islands and coasts in different regions. India showcases a variety of cultural patterns having different lifestyles, practices, art and craft, and festivals. These can be incorporated and in the form of rural tourism.
Factors such as increasing level of awareness, growing interest in heritage and culture, and improved accessibility have fueled a move of trends towards rural tourism. This will not only preserve the culture and heritage of the country, but will also generate employment in the villages since it can be leveraged to provide skill development in tourism related job roles such as that of guide, driver, cook, housekeeping and hospitality to the tourists. Ministry of Tourism specifies that any form of tourism that showcases the rural life, art, culture and heritage at rural locations, benefits the local community economically and socially, and enables interaction between the tourists and the locals can be termed as rural tourism. Rural tourism may include multiple facets such as farm tourism, cultural tourism, nature tourism, adventure tourism, and eco- tourism. The country has seen successful rural tourism models in states such as Kerala's backwater, Karnataka's forest, and Tamil Nadu's temple.
Which of the following words is the most suitable for the given blank in the passage?
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Answer: (B) leveraged
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The context requires a verb in past participle form alongside "incorporated" to signify utilizing or exploiting cultural patterns for rural tourism. The word "leveraged" means utilizing something to maximum advantage, perfectly completing the sentence "These can be incorporated and leveraged in the form of rural tourism."
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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been given in bold to help you locate them, while answering some of the questions.
A tourist's paradise, India is a magnum of diverse geography and cultures, offering 30 World Heritage sites, 25 biogeographical zones and attractive beaches. Tourism in India accounts for 6.8% of the GDP, and is the third largest foreign exchange earner for the country with USD 18.13 Billion. Neglecting the promotion of tourism is harmful to the Indian economy. In recent years, there has been an increased realization that the tourism growth potential can be harnessed as a strategy for Rural Development. With 69% population living in rural India, and almost 6.5 million village units spread across the country, India plays a vital role in harnessing rural tourism. The geographical diversity of India makes it a unique spot for harnessing rural tourism which can include tourist sites like desert, mountains, plains, plateaus, islands and coasts in different regions. India showcases a variety of cultural patterns having different lifestyles, practices, art and craft, and festivals. These can be incorporated and in the form of rural tourism.
Factors such as increasing level of awareness, growing interest in heritage and culture, and improved accessibility have fueled a move of trends towards rural tourism. This will not only preserve the culture and heritage of the country, but will also generate employment in the villages since it can be leveraged to provide skill development in tourism related job roles such as that of guide, driver, cook, housekeeping and hospitality to the tourists. Ministry of Tourism specifies that any form of tourism that showcases the rural life, art, culture and heritage at rural locations, benefits the local community economically and socially, and enables interaction between the tourists and the locals can be termed as rural tourism. Rural tourism may include multiple facets such as farm tourism, cultural tourism, nature tourism, adventure tourism, and eco- tourism. The country has seen successful rural tourism models in states such as Kerala's backwater, Karnataka's forest, and Tamil Nadu's temple.
Which of the following words is an antonym of VITAL given in the passage?
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Answer: (D) trivial
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The word "vital" means essential, necessary, or of critical importance. The word "trivial" means of little value or importance, making it the direct antonym.
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Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been given in bold to help you locate them, while answering some of the questions.
A tourist's paradise, India is a magnum of diverse geography and cultures, offering 30 World Heritage sites, 25 biogeographical zones and attractive beaches. Tourism in India accounts for 6.8% of the GDP, and is the third largest foreign exchange earner for the country with USD 18.13 Billion. Neglecting the promotion of tourism is harmful to the Indian economy. In recent years, there has been an increased realization that the tourism growth potential can be harnessed as a strategy for Rural Development. With 69% population living in rural India, and almost 6.5 million village units spread across the country, India plays a vital role in harnessing rural tourism. The geographical diversity of India makes it a unique spot for harnessing rural tourism which can include tourist sites like desert, mountains, plains, plateaus, islands and coasts in different regions. India showcases a variety of cultural patterns having different lifestyles, practices, art and craft, and festivals. These can be incorporated and in the form of rural tourism.
Factors such as increasing level of awareness, growing interest in heritage and culture, and improved accessibility have fueled a move of trends towards rural tourism. This will not only preserve the culture and heritage of the country, but will also generate employment in the villages since it can be leveraged to provide skill development in tourism related job roles such as that of guide, driver, cook, housekeeping and hospitality to the tourists. Ministry of Tourism specifies that any form of tourism that showcases the rural life, art, culture and heritage at rural locations, benefits the local community economically and socially, and enables interaction between the tourists and the locals can be termed as rural tourism. Rural tourism may include multiple facets such as farm tourism, cultural tourism, nature tourism, adventure tourism, and eco- tourism. The country has seen successful rural tourism models in states such as Kerala's backwater, Karnataka's forest, and Tamil Nadu's temple.
Which of the following words is a synonym of HARMFUL given in the passage?
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Answer: (A) detrimental
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The word "harmful" describes something that causes damage, injury, or adverse effects. The term "detrimental" shares the exact same meaning, defining anything that causes harm or damage.
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In the following questions, six sentences are given. You have to rearrange these sentences to make a contextually meaningful paragraph. After rearranging the given sentences, answer the questions given below.
(A) Challenging Victorian dogma, Darwin argued that species were not immutable i.e., each one specially created by God.
(B) That is all he wrote about the dawning of the single most consequential species on the planet.
(C) In 1859, Charles Darwin published the most important scientific book that is ever written 'On the Origin of Species'.
(D) Rather life on Earth had evolved through descent from a common ancestor with modification by means of natural selection.
(E) It revolutionized society's understanding of the natural world.
(F) But, surprisingly on Homo sapiens, Darwin made only a passing mention, that "light will be thrown on the origin of man and his history".
Which of the following will be the third statement after rearrangement?
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Answer: (E) A
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The logical sequence begins with sentence C, introducing the publication of 'On the Origin of Species' in 1859. Sentence E follows directly, describing the immediate impact of the book on society's understanding of the natural world. Sentence A comes third, elaborating on the core thesis proposed by Darwin by challenging Victorian dogma on the immutability of species. Sentence D builds on A by explaining natural selection and common descent, followed by sentence F introducing the contrast regarding Homo sapiens, and sentence B concluding with a remark on that passing mention. Thus, sentence A is the third statement in the ordered paragraph.
191English Language
In the following questions, six sentences are given. You have to rearrange these sentences to make a contextually meaningful paragraph. After rearranging the given sentences, answer the questions given below.
(A) Challenging Victorian dogma, Darwin argued that species were not immutable i.e., each one specially created by God.
(B) That is all he wrote about the dawning of the single most consequential species on the planet.
(C) In 1859, Charles Darwin published the most important scientific book that is ever written 'On the Origin of Species'.
(D) Rather life on Earth had evolved through descent from a common ancestor with modification by means of natural selection.
(E) It revolutionized society's understanding of the natural world.
(F) But, surprisingly on Homo sapiens, Darwin made only a passing mention, that "light will be thrown on the origin of man and his history".
Which of the following will be the fifth statement after rearrangement?
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Answer: (D) F
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The coherent sequence of the paragraph begins with sentence C, which introduces Charles Darwin publishing 'On the Origin of Species'. Sentence E follows by describing its overall impact on society. Sentences A and D then detail Darwin's core thesis regarding evolution through natural selection rather than fixed creation. Sentence F introduces a surprising contrast regarding his minimal mention of Homo sapiens, and sentence B concludes by reflecting on that brief mention. Thus, sentence F occupies the fifth position in the sequence.
192English Language
In the following questions, six sentences are given. You have to rearrange these sentences to make a contextually meaningful paragraph. After rearranging the given sentences, answer the questions given below.
(A) Challenging Victorian dogma, Darwin argued that species were not immutable i.e., each one specially created by God.
(B) That is all he wrote about the dawning of the single most consequential species on the planet.
(C) In 1859, Charles Darwin published the most important scientific book that is ever written 'On the Origin of Species'.
(D) Rather life on Earth had evolved through descent from a common ancestor with modification by means of natural selection.
(E) It revolutionized society's understanding of the natural world.
(F) But, surprisingly on Homo sapiens, Darwin made only a passing mention, that "light will be thrown on the origin of man and his history".
Which of the following will be the first statement after rearrangement?
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Answer: (A) C
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The paragraph opens with sentence C because it introduces the primary subject, Charles Darwin's landmark publication 'On the Origin of Species' in 1859, providing necessary context for all subsequent sentences.
193English Language
In the following questions, six sentences are given. You have to rearrange these sentences to make a contextually meaningful paragraph. After rearranging the given sentences, answer the questions given below.
(A) Challenging Victorian dogma, Darwin argued that species were not immutable i.e., each one specially created by God.
(B) That is all he wrote about the dawning of the single most consequential species on the planet.
(C) In 1859, Charles Darwin published the most important scientific book that is ever written 'On the Origin of Species'.
(D) Rather life on Earth had evolved through descent from a common ancestor with modification by means of natural selection.
(E) It revolutionized society's understanding of the natural world.
(F) But, surprisingly on Homo sapiens, Darwin made only a passing mention, that "light will be thrown on the origin of man and his history".
Which of the following will be the second statement after rearrangement?
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Answer: (C) E
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Sentence E uses the pronoun "It" to refer directly back to Darwin's book mentioned in sentence C, describing how the publication revolutionized society's understanding of the natural world, making it the second statement in the logical flow.
194English Language
In the following questions, six sentences are given. You have to rearrange these sentences to make a contextually meaningful paragraph. After rearranging the given sentences, answer the questions given below.
(A) Challenging Victorian dogma, Darwin argued that species were not immutable i.e., each one specially created by God.
(B) That is all he wrote about the dawning of the single most consequential species on the planet.
(C) In 1859, Charles Darwin published the most important scientific book that is ever written 'On the Origin of Species'.
(D) Rather life on Earth had evolved through descent from a common ancestor with modification by means of natural selection.
(E) It revolutionized society's understanding of the natural world.
(F) But, surprisingly on Homo sapiens, Darwin made only a passing mention, that "light will be thrown on the origin of man and his history".
Which of the following will be the only coherent rearrangement of the given sentences?
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Answer: (D) CEADFB
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The sequence begins with sentence C introducing Darwin's book, followed by E stating its societal impact. Sentences A and D form a cohesive pair explaining his main scientific argument (species evolution via natural selection rather than divine creation). Sentence F then shifts focus to the limited mention of humans, and sentence B completes the thought by commenting on that brief mention.
195English Language
In the following questions, few sentences are given. Choose and mark the sentence which does not contain any grammatical or contextual error in it. If all the sentences are grammatically and contextually correct, mark the "all are correct" option as the answer choice.
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Answer: (D) Since the overthrow of the dictator Ferdinand Marcos, in 1986, the Philippines has been a democracy, if an often dysfunctional one.
Explanation
The sentence properly uses the present perfect tense "has been" with the preposition "since" to express an action continuing from a past point in time to the present, accompanied by a correct conditional clause.
196English Language
In the following questions, few sentences are given. Choose and mark the sentence which does not contain any grammatical or contextual error in it. If all the sentences are grammatically and contextually correct, mark the "all are correct" option as the answer choice.
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Answer: (B) We argue rashly and adventurously, by reason that, as well as ourselves, our discourses have great participation in the temerity of chance.
Explanation
The sentence correctly uses clause structure, prepositions, and appropriate literary vocabulary to convey a complete and coherent thought without any grammatical errors.
197English Language
In the following questions, few sentences are given. Choose and mark the sentence which does not contain any grammatical or contextual error in it. If all the sentences are grammatically and contextually correct, mark the "all are correct" option as the answer choice.
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Answer: (C) Long, floating bridges are extremely sensitive to stormy weather and high winds, which can cause them to destabilise.
Explanation
The sentence correctly connects the plural subject "bridges" with the plural verb "are", and uses the relative pronoun "which" appropriately to introduce the non-restrictive clause modifying environmental factors.
198English Language
In the following questions, few sentences are given. Choose and mark the sentence which does not contain any grammatical or contextual error in it. If all the sentences are grammatically and contextually correct, mark the "all are correct" option as the answer choice.
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Answer: (E) All are correct
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All four sentences are grammatically accurate and contextually sound. The first sentence correctly uses the comparative phrase "worse off than" and prepositional modifiers. The second sentence properly applies the idiom "toed the line" and the structure "take precedence over". The third sentence uses correct ditransitive verb syntax with "issued every taxpayer a refund" and the prepositional phrase "in hopes of restoring". The fourth sentence maintains accurate singular subject-verb agreement between "variety" and "provides", while maintaining ideal parallelism using "not only... but also...". Because every sentence is free of grammatical or contextual errors, all choices are correct.
199English Language
In the following questions, few sentences are given. Choose and mark the sentence which does not contain any grammatical or contextual error in it. If all the sentences are grammatically and contextually correct, mark the "all are correct" option as the answer choice.
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Answer: (D) In an ideal society, a free people will be governed by a law that is not arbitrary, but rather corresponds to what is fit, and is able to be apprehended by reason.
Explanation
The sentence correctly uses parallel relative clauses ("that is not arbitrary, but rather corresponds... and is able...") modifying "a law", maintaining subject-verb agreement and contextual clarity throughout.
200English Language
In each question, four words have been highlighted, which may or may not be in their correct positions. Choose the rearrangement order of these highlighted words from the given options so that it gives a coherent sentence.
Replacing the office's technology (A) computer outdated (B) with new system (C) would allow (D) the workers to get a lot more done.
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Answer: (B) BCAD
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Placing "computer" in position A, "system" in position B, "technology" in position C, and keeping "allow" in position D creates the coherent sentence: "Replacing the office's outdated computer system with new technology would allow the workers to get a lot more done."
