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Comprehension — 162 previous-year questions — page 2 of 7
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On the way to his home, Peter stopped to pick ———— or to listen to the ————.
- Blue flowers, the water falls
- Blue flowers, the rabbits' soft tread✓
- Yellow flowers, the rabbits' soft tread
- Yellow flowers, the water falls
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Tom used the pain killer to
- take care of his health
- mend the crack on the sitting room floor✓
- to Cure Becky Thatcher
- help his aunt
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Read the passage and choose the correct option that answer the given questions :
The life of a student is, comparatively speaking, a sheltered life. There are, of course, certain responsibilities; they are definite and they are assigned to you by those who are willing to take care of you and there is not much need to be constantly exercising your own judgements.
Which of the following sentence is false?- Students have certain responsibilities
- Students need not exercise their own judgements
- Students are well-cared for
- Students are not assigned their work✓
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In Oscar Wilde's 'The Model Millionaire' what did Hughie do in Alan Trevor's absence?
- Hughie spoke to the beggar
- Hughie gave the beggar some money✓
- Hughie enjoyed a smoke
- Hughie was dreaming
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Passage :
Even researchers are finding that introverts make better leaders than extroverts for the simple reason that they are more likely to listen and pay attention to what other people are saying. By taking a backseat, introverted leaders encourage others to suggest ideas, contribute actively and take initiative, thus increasing morale and motivation.
Introverts make better leaders because they are ——————.- interested
- attentive✓
- attention-seeking
- alluring
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"Count your blessings, not your troubles" - Here the writer's emphasis is on ___________.
- Pessimism
- Nihilism
- Optimism✓
- Truism
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"A dominant landmark of the north-eastern outskirts of Madurai is Yaanai Malai"
Choose the inappropriate statement from the following- Yaanai malai is a solid rocky hill
- Yaanai malai is in the north-east direction of Madurai
- Madurai is the landmark of Yaanai malai✓
- Yaanai malai is otherwise called elephant hill
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Passage : Reforestation projects restore degraded ecosystems. They increase biodiversity and improve air quality. They also enhance water retention. These efforts support long-term environmental sustainability.
Question : Which of the following statements best support the claim that reforestation is beneficial?- (a) Reforestation projects decrease biodiversity.
- (b) Reforestation projects restore degraded ecosystems.
- (c) Reforestation projects improve air quality.
- (d) Reforestation projects enhance water retention.
- (b), (a), (c)
- (b), (d), (a)
- (b), (c), (d)✓
- (a), (b), (c)
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———— arrival changed the life of Helen Keller.
- Kate's
- Mabel's
- Anne Sullivan's✓
- Mother's
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I'm not going to be a scientist
Or some one who reads the news on TV.
No, a million birds will fly through me.
I'm going to be a tree'
What does the poet want to become when he/she grows up?
Choose the best option from the following :- Scientist
- Naturalist
- Animal species
- Part of nature✓
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Passage (62-64) :
'E-sevai centers', a cornerstone of Tamil Nadu's e-governance, streamlines citizen access to essential services. These centers facilitate online delivery of documents like birth certificates and land records, reducing bureaucratic delays. Integrated with state databases, they aim to enhance transparency and minimize corruption. However, challenges persist in ensuring consistent service quality across diverse locations. Digital literacy among rural population remains a crucial factor impacting implementation. Further, system integration and maintenance require continuous investment and skilled personnel. The long-term success of e-sevai depends on bridging the digital divide and maintaining a robust infrastructure.
What is the primary function of e-sevai centers as mentioned in the passage?- to provide free internet access to rural population
- to facilitate online delivery of essential government services✓
- to train government employees in digital literacy
- to manage state-level databases
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Choose the correct answer for the question from the given paragraph :
For three days our path first takes us upstream along the Goriganga, and then into the shrouded Milam Valley where the narrow gorges afford few views.
Which river is mentioned here?- Milam
- Ragash Kund
- Goriganga✓
- Dudh
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"Imagine if your precious nose were sandwiched in between your toes"
What does the word "Sandwiched" mean here?- Become like a food item
- Trapped
- Replaced
- Pressed between two things✓
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Match the following :
Column A(a) Kari 1. Nine years old (b) The boy 2. Weighed forty pounds (c) The author 3. From writer's village (d) Kari's food 4. Five months old Column B
- (a)-4 (b)-1 (c)-3 (d)-2
- (a)-4 (b)-2 (c)-1 (d)-3
- (a)-4 (b)-3 (c)-1 (d)-2✓
- (a)-4 (b)-3 (c)-2 (d)-1
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Passage : 'Aadhaar', India's unique ID has expanded from welfare to various diverse services. It aimed to reduce fraud and boost financial inclusion. Concerns about privacy and exclusion persist. Court rulings balance security with rights.
Question : Which of the following statements accurately reflect the main ideas presented in the passage about Aadhaar?
Select all statements that apply.- (a) Aadhaar is only used for welfare distribution.
- (b) Aadhaar's scope has grown beyond it's initial purpose
- (c) Aadhaar aimed to reduce fraud and improve financial inclusion
- (d) Privacy and exclusion concerns are associated with Aadhaar
- (b), (c), (d)✓
- (a), (b), (c), (d)
- (b) and (c)
- only (b)
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Passage : A company facing declining market share considered two options : aggressive price cuts or a niche product line targeting a specific consumer segment. The CEO, known for his long-term vision, argued that the price cuts would only offer temporary relief and erode brand value. He emphasized building a loyal customer base through unique product offerings and differentiated service.
Question : Based on the passage, which of the following is most likely to be true?- (a) The company is primarily focused on short-term financial gains.
- (b) The CEO of the company prioritizes sustainable growth and brand loyalty.
- (c) The company's main challenge is a lack of production capacity.
- (d) The niche product strategy has proved to be successful for the company.
- Only (a)
- Both (a) and (b)
- Only (b)✓
- Both (c) and (d)
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In the poem "Going for Water", why did the children have to go to the brook?
- To relish the sylvan atmosphere in the dense woods
- Because the well was dry beside the door✓
- To enjoy the natural beauty of the brook
- To find whether there is water in the brook
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"Laugh till the game is played" — What is the game referred to here?
- Hockey
- Exam
- Dice
- Life✓
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Which of the following is not included in a memo?
- Subject line
- Greeting/Salutation✓
- To and from sections
- Signature line
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"Good luck is round the corner" : What does this line suggest in the poem "Keep your spirits High"?
- Do anticipate luck
- Do think that luck would favour you
- Be positive and optimistic in all your attitudes✓
- Do have the frame of mind that you are fortune's minion
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Mahema, the wife of the lesson-writer, Manohar Devadoss, was suffering from the disease
- Paralysis✓
- Back-pain
- Varicose veins
- Spondylitis
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Raj's pain of not doing well in his test was compared with ———— of pencils.
- writing
- drawing
- sketching
- sharpening✓
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Choose the right idea conveyed by the statement given below :
Sometimes parents complain that their teenage children have suddenly become very indisciplined, not paying heed to their advice.- Teenagers are not advised by their parents
- Parents heed to the advice of their teenage children
- Teenagers listen to their parents advice
- Parents think that their teenage children don't listen to their words✓
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'A forlorn and shipwrecked brother'
The word "forlorn" Here means- Happy and merry
- Solemn and serious
- Melancholic and gloomy
- Lonely and sad✓
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"This Bengal sky-full of light,
This South Breeze- This flow of the river..."
Which river is mentioned here in Tagore's reminiscence?- Brahmaputra
- Damodar
- Cauveri
- Ganges✓
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