Question : Comprehension:

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

We live in (1)_____ age of wonders and miracles. It has been called the 'Age of Science', and different aspects of our lives that changed in the (2)______ centuries have been attributed to science. This is completely true, but it is only one side of the coin. The flip side is that as we have advanced more in the field of technology, something fundamental to humanity has been left behind. Values such as empathy and concern for our fellow human beings are gradually being eroded due to the onslaught of our ever-evolving lifestyles, aided by the marvels of technological advancements. Take the example of the Internet. On one hand, access to information and knowledge at the click of a button is a veritable boon to everyone (especially students), and this has made our lives much simpler. On the other hand, it has severely limited actual contact with teachers, friends, and elders. Thus, the learning that a person (3)_______ is incomplete as he or she cannot easily take the advice that another person can give on the basis of knowledge and practical experience that is at his or her disposal. Today, a small child can access and navigate the Internet with an ease that still astounds (4)_________ from the older generation. But what is even more astounding is the neglect of the basic human traits of friendship, relationships, and family values. Owing to all the technological advancements and gadgets available today, children often miss out on the most enriching childhood experiences, such as playing outdoor games with friends, which (5)_______ from being immensely enjoyable and physically exhilarating, also develops traits such as teamwork and discipline at an early age.

Question:

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 2.

Option 1: preceding

Option 2: pioneer

Option 3: anterior

Option 4: initial

Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
Polio was once a disease feared worldwide, striking suddenly and paralysing mainly children(1)_______ life. WHO is a partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, the (2)______ private-public partnership for health, which has (3)________ polio by 99%. Polio now survives (4)______ among the world's three poorest and (5)_________ marginalised communities, where it stalks the most (6)________ children. These are Afghanistan, Nigeria, and Pakistan. (7)_____ poliovirus transmission is interrupted in these countries; all (8)______ remain at risk of importation of polio, (9)_______ vulnerable countries with weak public health and immunisation services. WHO's goal is (10)______ every last child with the polio vaccine and ensure a polio-free world for future generations.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option for the blank no.10.

Option 1: to reaching

Option 2: reached

Option 3: reach

Option 4: to reach

Question : In which year was Sanchi declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Option 1: 1998

Option 2: 2001

Option 3: 1994

Option 4: 1989

Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

The black sheep

Option 1: a black dot against a white background so that it is noticed

Option 2: a wolf in a black sheep's clothing

Option 3: one who is not accepted as part of a family or group because of one's bad conduct

Option 4: a black sheep in a herd of white sheep, standing out from the others

Question : How many isotopes of hydrogen elements are there?

Option 1: 2

Option 2: 3

Option 3: 4

Option 4: None of the options is correct

Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Hold one's tongue

Option 1: To talk continuously

Option 2: To be shocked

Option 3: To say a tongue-twister

Option 4: To keep quiet

Question : Select the correct direct form of the given sentence.
The shopkeeper requested the lady to hurry up as it was time to close the shop.

Option 1: The shopkeeper said to the lady, “Please hurry up, it will be time for the shop to be closed.”

Option 2: The shopkeeper said to the lady, “Please hurry up, it is time for the shop to be closed.”

Option 3: The shopkeeper said to the lady, “Please hurry up, it is time to closed the shop.”

Option 4: The shopkeeper said to the lady, “Please hurry up, it was time for the shop to be closed.”

Question : Directions: Select the letter cluster that will replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
PERFORM, ODQGPSN, NCPHQTO, MBOIRUP, ?

Option 1: LANHSUQ

Option 2: LANJSVQ

Option 3: LANHRUP

Option 4: LANJRTO

Question : Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select 'No substitution'.

I did not attend the meeting because I were not being invited.

Option 1: No substitution

Option 2: I am not being

Option 3: I had not been

Option 4: I was not been

Question : Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.
She said to them, "Stick out your hands over your brooms."

Option 1: She told them that they should stick out their hands over her brooms.

Option 2: She told them they should stick out your hands over their brooms.

Option 3: She asked them if they stuck their hands out over their brooms.

Option 4: She asked them to stick out their hands over their brooms.