Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.
Although Indians spend less money on allopathic medicines than people in most Asian Countries, more than 40,000 drug formulations are available here. All manufactures are required by law to provide information about their product either on the packaging or in a pamphlet inside. But, in many cases, this information is very meager and hard to understand. Many doctors, too do not tell their patients anything about the drugs they prescribe.
What should we be concerned about when we take drugs? There are two areas: (1) Side effects. Many people taking a drug will notice an undesirable reaction, usually minor. But even the mildest drugs can do harm if taken improperly, long enough or in excessive doses. And everyone responds to a drug differently. (2) Failure to follow directions. Many of us disobey prescription instructions on how much to take and when. It is easy to tall into thinking that more of the drug will speed up the healing. It is more common, however for people to stop taking a drug when they begin to feel better. This, too, can be dangerous.
What are the steps to be taken for safety? Take a drug only as recommended on the label or by the doctor. (2) If you feel ill after taking a drug, check it with a doctor. (3) Do not mix drugs. (4) Check whether any food or activities are to be avoided.
Which one of the following statements is true?
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Answer: (A) Indians use more than 40,000 allopathic drugs
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The first sentence of the passage states that although Indians spend less money on allopathic medicines than people in most Asian countries, more than 40,000 drug formulations are available here. This directly supports the statement that Indians use more than 40,000 allopathic drugs, as these formulations are available and used within the country.
52English Comprehension
Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.
Although Indians spend less money on allopathic medicines than people in most Asian Countries, more than 40,000 drug formulations are available here. All manufactures are required by law to provide information about their product either on the packaging or in a pamphlet inside. But, in many cases, this information is very meager and hard to understand. Many doctors, too do not tell their patients anything about the drugs they prescribe.
What should we be concerned about when we take drugs? There are two areas: (1) Side effects. Many people taking a drug will notice an undesirable reaction, usually minor. But even the mildest drugs can do harm if taken improperly, long enough or in excessive doses. And everyone responds to a drug differently. (2) Failure to follow directions. Many of us disobey prescription instructions on how much to take and when. It is easy to tall into thinking that more of the drug will speed up the healing. It is more common, however for people to stop taking a drug when they begin to feel better. This, too, can be dangerous.
What are the steps to be taken for safety? Take a drug only as recommended on the label or by the doctor. (2) If you feel ill after taking a drug, check it with a doctor. (3) Do not mix drugs. (4) Check whether any food or activities are to be avoided.
How are drug users to be instructed by the manufactures?
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Answer: (C) Information should be printed on the carton or in a pamphlet kept inside it
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According to the passage, all manufacturers are required by law to provide information about their product either on the packaging or in a pamphlet inside. This directly means that drug users are to be instructed by having the necessary information printed on the carton or in a pamphlet kept inside the packaging.
53English Comprehension
Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.
Although Indians spend less money on allopathic medicines than people in most Asian Countries, more than 40,000 drug formulations are available here. All manufactures are required by law to provide information about their product either on the packaging or in a pamphlet inside. But, in many cases, this information is very meager and hard to understand. Many doctors, too do not tell their patients anything about the drugs they prescribe.
What should we be concerned about when we take drugs? There are two areas: (1) Side effects. Many people taking a drug will notice an undesirable reaction, usually minor. But even the mildest drugs can do harm if taken improperly, long enough or in excessive doses. And everyone responds to a drug differently. (2) Failure to follow directions. Many of us disobey prescription instructions on how much to take and when. It is easy to tall into thinking that more of the drug will speed up the healing. It is more common, however for people to stop taking a drug when they begin to feel better. This, too, can be dangerous.
What are the steps to be taken for safety? Take a drug only as recommended on the label or by the doctor. (2) If you feel ill after taking a drug, check it with a doctor. (3) Do not mix drugs. (4) Check whether any food or activities are to be avoided.
Only one of the following sentences is right. Identify it.
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Answer: (B) Even mild drugs are not always safe
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The passage states that even the mildest drugs can do harm if they are taken improperly, for too long, or in excessive doses. This directly confirms that even mild drugs are not always safe.
54English Comprehension
Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.
Although Indians spend less money on allopathic medicines than people in most Asian Countries, more than 40,000 drug formulations are available here. All manufactures are required by law to provide information about their product either on the packaging or in a pamphlet inside. But, in many cases, this information is very meager and hard to understand. Many doctors, too do not tell their patients anything about the drugs they prescribe.
What should we be concerned about when we take drugs? There are two areas: (1) Side effects. Many people taking a drug will notice an undesirable reaction, usually minor. But even the mildest drugs can do harm if taken improperly, long enough or in excessive doses. And everyone responds to a drug differently. (2) Failure to follow directions. Many of us disobey prescription instructions on how much to take and when. It is easy to tall into thinking that more of the drug will speed up the healing. It is more common, however for people to stop taking a drug when they begin to feel better. This, too, can be dangerous.
What are the steps to be taken for safety? Take a drug only as recommended on the label or by the doctor. (2) If you feel ill after taking a drug, check it with a doctor. (3) Do not mix drugs. (4) Check whether any food or activities are to be avoided.
Drug manufactures
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Answer: (C) give very little and unintelligible information
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The passage explicitly states that while drug manufacturers are required by law to provide information on the packaging or in a pamphlet, this information is very meager and hard to understand in many cases. The term meager translates directly to very little, and hard to understand corresponds to unintelligible, confirming that drug manufacturers often provide very little and unintelligible information.
55English Comprehension
Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to each question out of the four alternatives.
Although Indians spend less money on allopathic medicines than people in most Asian Countries, more than 40,000 drug formulations are available here. All manufactures are required by law to provide information about their product either on the packaging or in a pamphlet inside. But, in many cases, this information is very meager and hard to understand. Many doctors, too do not tell their patients anything about the drugs they prescribe.
What should we be concerned about when we take drugs? There are two areas: (1) Side effects. Many people taking a drug will notice an undesirable reaction, usually minor. But even the mildest drugs can do harm if taken improperly, long enough or in excessive doses. And everyone responds to a drug differently. (2) Failure to follow directions. Many of us disobey prescription instructions on how much to take and when. It is easy to tall into thinking that more of the drug will speed up the healing. It is more common, however for people to stop taking a drug when they begin to feel better. This, too, can be dangerous.
What are the steps to be taken for safety? Take a drug only as recommended on the label or by the doctor. (2) If you feel ill after taking a drug, check it with a doctor. (3) Do not mix drugs. (4) Check whether any food or activities are to be avoided.
Which one of the following is true?
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Answer: (D) Drugs should be used only according to prescription
Explanation
The passage explicitly outlines safety measures for taking medication, highlighting that a drug should only be taken as recommended on the label or by the doctor. This directly supports the instruction to use drugs solely in accordance with a professional prescription.
56English Comprehension
In the following questions, some of the sentences have errors and some have none. Find out which part of a sentence has an error. The number of that part is your number. If there is no error, your answer is (4) i.e. No Error.
The Manager put forward (1)/ a number of criterions/ (2) for the post. (3)/ No error (4).
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Answer: (B) 2
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The noun criterion is of Greek origin, and its correct plural form is criteria. The word criterions is grammatically incorrect, so the phrase a number of criterions in part two must be corrected to a number of criteria.
57English Comprehension
In the following questions, some of the sentences have errors and some have none. Find out which part of a sentence has an error. The number of that part is your number. If there is no error, your answer is (4) i.e. No Error.
The Railways have made (1)/ crossing the tracks (2)/ a punished office. (3)/ No error (4).
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Answer: (C) 3
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The error lies in part (3) of the sentence. The phrase "a punished office" is grammatically incorrect and contextually inappropriate. The past participle "punished" must be replaced with the adjective "punishable" (which means liable to be punished by law), and the noun "office" must be replaced with "offence" (which means an illegal act). Therefore, the correct expression is "a punishable offence".
58English Comprehension
In the following questions, some of the sentences have errors and some have none. Find out which part of a sentence has an error. The number of that part is your number. If there is no error, your answer is (4) i.e. No Error.
A member shall be required (1)/ to pay interest at such rate (2)/ as is fixed by the committee. (3)/ No error (4).
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Answer: (B) 2
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The error lies in the second part of the sentence. The singular countable noun rate must be preceded by the indefinite article a when used after such in this structure. Therefore, the phrase such rate should be corrected to such a rate to maintain grammatical accuracy. The construction such a followed by a singular countable noun and as is the standard correct usage.
59English Comprehension
In the following questions, some of the sentences have errors and some have none. Find out which part of a sentence has an error. The number of that part is your number. If there is no error, your answer is (4) i.e. No Error.
Citizens cannot afford (1)/ to take the law (2)/ out of their hands. (3)/ No error (4).
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Answer: (C) 3
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The idiomatic expression in part (3) is used incorrectly. The established English idiom is "to take the law into one's own hands," which means to enforce the law or take action oneself instead of waiting for the legal system. Using "out of their hands" is an incorrect phrasing of this idiom, so "out of" must be replaced with "into their own."
60English Comprehension
In the following questions, some of the sentences have errors and some have none. Find out which part of a sentence has an error. The number of that part is your number. If there is no error, your answer is (4) i.e. No Error.
The relatives of the deceased (1)/ threatened to avenge (2)/ his death (3)/ No error (4).
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Answer: (D) 4
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The sentence contains no grammatical or idiomatic errors. The phrase the relatives of the deceased is a structurally correct subject. The infinitive verb to avenge is used correctly to mean taking vengeance on behalf of someone else, and it appropriately takes the noun phrase his death as its direct object. The entire construction is grammatically sound.
61English Comprehension
In the following questions sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.
The explosion that ______ the bus killed twelve people.
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Answer: (A) wrecked
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The verb wreck means to severely damage or destroy a vehicle, building, or structure. In the context of a violent event like an explosion, the physical force of the blast is of sufficient magnitude to completely destroy a bus, making this the most appropriate word to describe the destructive impact of the explosion on the vehicle.
62English Comprehension
In the following questions sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.
There was some ______ between the member's version and the committee's version.
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Answer: (B) discrepancy
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The word discrepancy refers to an inconsistency, difference, or mismatch between two or more facts, claims, or accounts. In this context, it describes the illogical or unexplained variation between the version of events provided by the individual member and the official version presented by the committee.
63English Comprehension
In the following questions sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.
We have talked a lot: not let us ______ to work.
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Answer: (A) get down
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The phrasal verb "get down" (specifically "get down to") means to begin to direct your efforts and attention towards something. Thus, "now let us get down to work" is the correct idiomatic expression.
64English Comprehension
In the following questions sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.
The life-guard would not let the children ______ at the deep end of the pool.
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Answer: (B) swim
Explanation
The verb let is a causative verb that takes a bare infinitive as its complement. In English grammar, when let is followed by an object, the subsequent verb must be in its base form without to. In this sentence, the object is the children, which must be followed by the bare infinitive swim to correctly express that the life-guard did not allow them to perform the action of swimming.
65English Comprehension
In the following questions sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four.
The audience watched the clowns ______ their act.
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Answer: (B) perform
Explanation
The verb watch is a verb of perception. Verbs of perception, such as watch, see, hear, and feel, are grammatically followed by an object and either a bare infinitive (the base form of the verb without "to") or a present participle (the -ing form). In this sentence, the clowns is the object of the verb watched, which requires the bare infinitive perform to complete the pattern and indicate that the audience witnessed the entire duration of the act.
66English Comprehension
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
Savour
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Answer: (A) Taste
Explanation
The word savour refers to the characteristic taste, flavor, or smell of something, or the act of tasting and enjoying food or drink to the fullest. In its primary sense, it denotes the sense of taste or the quality of being perceived by the palate, making it a direct synonym for taste.
67English Comprehension
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
Rivalled
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Answer: (C) Competed
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The word rivalled is the past tense of the verb rival, which means to compete with another for superiority or to be equal or comparable to someone or something. Therefore, competed is the synonym that best expresses its meaning.
68English Comprehension
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
Trimming
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Answer: (D) Cutting
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The word trimming refers to the act of cutting, clipping, or shearing off irregular, superfluous, or unwanted parts from something in order to make it neat, tidy, or of a desired shape and size. It directly denotes the action of cutting.
69English Comprehension
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
Pester
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Answer: (A) Annoy
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The word pester means to trouble, harass, or irritate someone persistently with frequent requests, questions, or interruptions. Annoy directly captures this meaning of causing mild anger or irritation through persistent, bothersome behavior.
70English Comprehension
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
Disparity
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Answer: (B) Difference
Explanation
The word disparity refers to a lack of equality, likeness, or similarity between two or more things. It represents a notable difference, divergence, or incongruity in terms of characteristics, size, amount, quality, or status. For instance, an economic disparity refers to the prominent difference in wealth or income distribution between different groups. Thus, the word that best expresses the meaning of disparity is difference.
71English Comprehension
Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Meagre
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Answer: (C) Plentiful
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The word meagre is defined as deficient in quantity or quality, representing a state of being scarce, sparse, or inadequate. Its direct antonym is plentiful, which refers to containing or yielding a large, abundant, or sufficient quantity.
72English Comprehension
Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Professional
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Answer: (A) Amateur
Explanation
The word professional refers to a person who engages in a specific activity, sport, or field of study as their main paid occupation, typically demonstrating specialized knowledge, training, and high standards of competence. The word amateur is the direct antonym, referring to someone who engages in an activity purely for pleasure, personal interest, or as a pastime rather than as a professional, paid career, or livelihood.
73English Comprehension
Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Scarcity
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Answer: (D) Plenty
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The word scarcity refers to the state of being in short supply, lacking, or having an insufficient amount of something. Its direct opposite is plenty, which denotes a large or abundant quantity, or more than enough of something.
74English Comprehension
Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Stale
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Answer: (A) Fresh
Explanation
The word stale refers to food that is no longer new, pleasant, or safe to eat, or ideas that are overused and unoriginal. The direct antonym of stale is fresh, which describes food that is newly made, harvested, or gathered, or ideas that are new, original, and exciting.
75English Comprehension
Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
Vacate
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Answer: (C) Occupy
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The word vacate means to leave a space, seat, or position, thereby making it empty or available. Its opposite meaning is represented by the word occupy, which means to fill, reside in, or take possession of a place or position.
76English Comprehension
Choose the alternatives which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
The Manager "doctored the accounts" of the company.
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Answer: (D) to manipulate the accounts
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The idiom "to doctor the accounts" means to falsify, alter, or manipulate financial records, usually to present a misleading or more favorable financial position than what actually exists. It implies unauthorized or deceitful tampering with a company's books.
77English Comprehension
Choose the alternatives which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
She could never "measure up" to her parent expectation.
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Answer: (A) reach the level
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The idiomatic phrase measure up means to meet a particular standard, satisfy a requirement, or reach the expected level of performance. In this sentence, it refers to the inability to reach the level of expectations set by the parents.
78English Comprehension
Choose the alternatives which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
The little girl with her flawless performance "stole the show."
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Answer: (C) won everybody's praise
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The idiom "stole the show" means to attract the greatest amount of attention, appreciation, and admiration during a performance or an event, especially by performing exceptionally well. In the given context, the little girl's flawless performance captivated the audience and earned her the maximum appreciation, meaning she won everybody's praise and became the highlight of the entire event.
79English Comprehension
Choose the alternatives which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
The thief was on "good terms" with the police.
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Answer: (B) was friendly
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The idiom "on good terms" means to have a friendly, pleasant, or cordial relationship with someone. In the context of the sentence, it signifies that the thief maintained a friendly relationship with the police.
80English Comprehension
Choose the alternatives which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
John's offer of help was "turned down" by the police.
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Answer: (C) refused
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The phrasal verb "turned down" means to reject, decline, or refuse an offer, request, or application. In this sentence, it signifies that the police refused John's offer of assistance.
81English Comprehension
Choose the correct alternative.
Did "there" bus come on time?
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Answer: (C) their
Explanation
The sentence requires a possessive determiner to modify the noun "bus" and indicate ownership. The word "their" is the third-person plural possessive determiner used directly before a noun to show that something belongs to a specific group of people. Using "their" before "bus" makes the sentence grammatically correct as "Did their bus come on time?"
82English Comprehension
Choose the correct alternative.
Mayank "was working" overtime for the last two weeks.
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Answer: (C) has been working
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The phrase "for the last two weeks" specifies a duration of time for an action that started in the past and is still continuing in the present. Grammatically, an action that initiated in the past and continues up to the present moment must be expressed in the present perfect continuous tense. The structure for this tense is "has/have been" followed by the present participle of the verb (verb-ing). Because the subject "Mayank" is singular, the singular auxiliary verb "has" is required, making "has been working" the correct choice to indicate this ongoing action.
83English Comprehension
Choose the correct alternative.
Every morning I get up at 4 O' clock, but today I "get up" at 7 O' clock.
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Answer: (A) got up
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The first part of the sentence describes a habitual action or daily routine, which is correctly expressed in the simple present tense. The second part, introduced by the contrasting conjunction "but", refers to a specific, completed event that happened earlier today. Because the waking up at 7 O'clock has already taken place in the past relative to the time of speaking, the simple past tense "got up" is required to denote this completed past action.
84English Comprehension
Choose the correct alternative.
Most children "are liking" ice-cream.
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Answer: (B) like
Explanation
Stative verbs such as like, love, hate, and know express a state, feeling, or preference rather than a physical action, and they are typically not used in continuous tenses. To express a general habit, fact, or permanent state, the simple present tense is used. Since the subject Most children is plural, it requires the plural form of the verb, which is like.
85English Comprehension
Choose the correct alternative.
"Supposing if he comes", what should I do?
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Answer: (A) If he comes
Explanation
The phrase "supposing if" is grammatically redundant because both "supposing" and "if" are conditional conjunctions that serve the exact same function of introducing a hypothesis. Using them together results in a tautology. To correct the sentence, one of the conjunctions must be eliminated. Replacing the phrase with "If he comes" removes this redundancy, making the sentence grammatically correct and standard.
86English Comprehension
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
Able to use the left hand and right hand equally well
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Answer: (B) ambidextrous
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The term ambidextrous originates from the Latin prefix ambi-, meaning both, and the word dexter, which means right-handed or skillful. It literally translates to having two right hands and is used to describe a person who is able to use both their left and right hands with equal ease, skill, and efficiency.
87English Comprehension
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
One who hates women
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Answer: (D) misogynist
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The term misogynist is derived from the classical Greek roots miso, meaning hatred, and gyne, meaning woman. Combining these linguistic elements results in the definition of a misogynist as a person who holds a deep-seated hatred, dislike, or prejudice against women.
88English Comprehension
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
A system of naming things
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Answer: (D) nomenclature
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Nomenclature is the systematic naming of things, especially in a particular branch of science, art, or discipline, such as biology or chemistry, to ensure consistency and precise communication.
89English Comprehension
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
A raised passageway in a building
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Answer: (A) walkway
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A walkway is defined as a passage or path designated for walking, especially a raised or covered passage connecting different sections of a building or linking separate buildings. It provides a safe, elevated pedestrian route above the ground or floor level, making it the precise term for a raised passageway in a building.
90English Comprehension
Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words/sentence.
A cure for all diseases
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Answer: (B) panacea
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The term panacea is derived from the Greek word panakeia, where pan means all and akos means cure. It refers to a universal remedy, medicine, or solution that is believed to cure all diseases, heal all ailments, or solve all difficulties and problems.
91English Comprehension
In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. First read the passage over and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given.
There are certainly some things in common between science and religion. Both want the (91) _____________ of mankind. Only their ways and (92) ______ are different. Then both of them (93) __________ to have truth as their basis. Religion (94) ________ that the truth it (95) ___________ should be believed in with a blind (96)___________. Science says that it should be studied, (97)__________, tested and only then relied upon. If during (98) __________ some new truth or new aspect of the truth (99)__________, science is ready to accept (100)___________. But religion is not ready for research, experiment and change in whatever has already been accepted or revealed.
(91)
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 91.
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Answer: (C) welfare
Explanation
The term welfare refers to the state of doing well, especially in respect to good fortune, happiness, well-being, or prosperity. In the context of the passage, both science and religion are described as sharing a common ultimate goal, which is the well-being and betterment of humanity. The phrase welfare of mankind is a standard and widely used English expression that perfectly fits this context, denoting the collective prosperity, health, and happiness of the human race.
92English Comprehension
In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. First read the passage over and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given.
There are certainly some things in common between science and religion. Both want the (91) _____________ of mankind. Only their ways and (92) ______ are different. Then both of them (93) __________ to have truth as their basis. Religion (94) ________ that the truth it (95) ___________ should be believed in with a blind (96)___________. Science says that it should be studied, (97)__________, tested and only then relied upon. If during (98) __________ some new truth or new aspect of the truth (99)__________, science is ready to accept (100)___________. But religion is not ready for research, experiment and change in whatever has already been accepted or revealed.
(92)
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 92.
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Answer: (D) methods
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The word methods is the most appropriate fit for blank 92 because the phrase ways and methods is a standard and natural English collocation used to describe the different procedures, techniques, or approaches used to achieve a particular goal. In this context, both science and religion seek the same ultimate objective, but the procedures they employ to reach it are distinct.
93English Comprehension
In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. First read the passage over and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given.
There are certainly some things in common between science and religion. Both want the (91) _____________ of mankind. Only their ways and (92) ______ are different. Then both of them (93) __________ to have truth as their basis. Religion (94) ________ that the truth it (95) ___________ should be believed in with a blind (96)___________. Science says that it should be studied, (97)__________, tested and only then relied upon. If during (98) __________ some new truth or new aspect of the truth (99)__________, science is ready to accept (100)___________. But religion is not ready for research, experiment and change in whatever has already been accepted or revealed.
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 93.
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Answer: (B) claim
Explanation
The verb claim is grammatically and semantically the most appropriate fit for this blank. In English grammar, the verb claim is commonly followed by a to-infinitive, as in claim to have. Semantically, it means to assert or maintain that something is a fact, which perfectly matches the context where both science and religion assert that truth is their fundamental basis.
94English Comprehension
In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. First read the passage over and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given.
There are certainly some things in common between science and religion. Both want the (91) _____________ of mankind. Only their ways and (92) ______ are different. Then both of them (93) __________ to have truth as their basis. Religion (94) ________ that the truth it (95) ___________ should be believed in with a blind (96)___________. Science says that it should be studied, (97)__________, tested and only then relied upon. If during (98) __________ some new truth or new aspect of the truth (99)__________, science is ready to accept (100)___________. But religion is not ready for research, experiment and change in whatever has already been accepted or revealed.
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 94.
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Answer: (A) wants
Explanation
In the context of the passage, the author compares the differing approaches of science and religion toward truth. The sentence outlines the expectation or requirement of religion regarding its teachings. The verb wants is the most appropriate fit here, as it conveys the desire or demand of religion that the truth it proclaims must be accepted by its followers with blind faith. This establishes a direct contrast with the next sentence, which describes what science says should be done.
95English Comprehension
In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. First read the passage over and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given.
There are certainly some things in common between science and religion. Both want the (91) _____________ of mankind. Only their ways and (92) ______ are different. Then both of them (93) __________ to have truth as their basis. Religion (94) ________ that the truth it (95) ___________ should be believed in with a blind (96)___________. Science says that it should be studied, (97)__________, tested and only then relied upon. If during (98) __________ some new truth or new aspect of the truth (99)__________, science is ready to accept (100)___________. But religion is not ready for research, experiment and change in whatever has already been accepted or revealed.
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 95.
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Answer: (A) proclaims
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In the context of the passage, the word proclaims is the most appropriate verb to describe how a religion declares or asserts its core doctrines and beliefs. Proclaim means to officially, formally, or publicly declare a truth or a set of teachings. This aligns with the idea that religion presents its tenets as divine or absolute truths that are meant to be accepted with blind faith by its followers.
96English Comprehension
In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. First read the passage over and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given.
There are certainly some things in common between science and religion. Both want the (91) _____________ of mankind. Only their ways and (92) ______ are different. Then both of them (93) __________ to have truth as their basis. Religion (94) ________ that the truth it (95) ___________ should be believed in with a blind (96)___________. Science says that it should be studied, (97)__________, tested and only then relied upon. If during (98) __________ some new truth or new aspect of the truth (99)__________, science is ready to accept (100)___________. But religion is not ready for research, experiment and change in whatever has already been accepted or revealed.
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Answer: (C) faith
Explanation
The phrase blind faith is a standard English collocation that refers to an unquestioning belief in something without requiring proof or evidence. In the context of the passage, religion is contrasted with science by highlighting that religion expects its followers to accept its truths unconditionally and without critical questioning, which is precisely defined as blind faith.
97English Comprehension
In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. First read the passage over and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given.
There are certainly some things in common between science and religion. Both want the (91) _____________ of mankind. Only their ways and (92) ______ are different. Then both of them (93) __________ to have truth as their basis. Religion (94) ________ that the truth it (95) ___________ should be believed in with a blind (96)___________. Science says that it should be studied, (97)__________, tested and only then relied upon. If during (98) __________ some new truth or new aspect of the truth (99)__________, science is ready to accept (100)___________. But religion is not ready for research, experiment and change in whatever has already been accepted or revealed.
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Answer: (D) probed
Explanation
The context of the sentence discusses the scientific method and how science treats a claim or truth before accepting it. Unlike religion, which demands blind faith, science insists on rigorous investigation. The word probed means to examine, investigate, or explore something deeply and thoroughly. In the sequence of scientific inquiry—studying, investigating thoroughly, and testing—probed is the most appropriate fit to describe the meticulous examination of a subject before it can be relied upon.
98English Comprehension
In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. First read the passage over and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given.
There are certainly some things in common between science and religion. Both want the (91) _____________ of mankind. Only their ways and (92) ______ are different. Then both of them (93) __________ to have truth as their basis. Religion (94) ________ that the truth it (95) ___________ should be believed in with a blind (96)___________. Science says that it should be studied, (97)__________, tested and only then relied upon. If during (98) __________ some new truth or new aspect of the truth (99)__________, science is ready to accept (100)___________. But religion is not ready for research, experiment and change in whatever has already been accepted or revealed.
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Answer: (B) research
Explanation
The passage compares the contrasting methodologies of science and religion in their pursuit of truth. Science relies on systematic investigation, observation, and experimentation to discover and verify facts. Therefore, during the process of research, if a new truth or a new aspect of truth is uncovered, science is willing to accept and integrate it. This is directly reinforced by the subsequent sentence, which contrasts this scientific openness with religion's reluctance to engage in research and change.
99English Comprehension
In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. First read the passage over and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given.
There are certainly some things in common between science and religion. Both want the (91) _____________ of mankind. Only their ways and (92) ______ are different. Then both of them (93) __________ to have truth as their basis. Religion (94) ________ that the truth it (95) ___________ should be believed in with a blind (96)___________. Science says that it should be studied, (97)__________, tested and only then relied upon. If during (98) __________ some new truth or new aspect of the truth (99)__________, science is ready to accept (100)___________. But religion is not ready for research, experiment and change in whatever has already been accepted or revealed.
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Answer: (A) emerges
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The verb "emerges" is the most appropriate fit for the context, meaning a new truth or aspect of the truth comes into view or becomes known during the process of investigation or testing. The alternative "comes" is grammatically incomplete without a preposition like "up" or "to light", and "presents" would require a reflexive pronoun like "itself".
100English Comprehension
In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. First read the passage over and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given.
There are certainly some things in common between science and religion. Both want the (91) _____________ of mankind. Only their ways and (92) ______ are different. Then both of them (93) __________ to have truth as their basis. Religion (94) ________ that the truth it (95) ___________ should be believed in with a blind (96)___________. Science says that it should be studied, (97)__________, tested and only then relied upon. If during (98) __________ some new truth or new aspect of the truth (99)__________, science is ready to accept (100)___________. But religion is not ready for research, experiment and change in whatever has already been accepted or revealed.
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Answer: (C) it
Explanation
The pronoun in the blank refers back to the singular grammatical subject of the preceding clause, which is some new truth or new aspect of the truth. The appropriate singular pronoun to act as the direct object for the verb accept is it.
