The idea of a New India ______ an enlightened citizenry, an India where public policy_______ engages with an aspirational population. Column 1-(A) envisions, (B) visualizes, (C) envisages Column 2-(D) proactively, (E) enterprising, (F) driven A. A-E B. B-F C. A-F D. C-D E. C-D and A-F
Correct answer: D. C-D
The sentence is:
The idea of a New India ______ an enlightened citizenry, an India where public policy _______ engages with an aspirational population.
Role of the missing words:
The first blank must be filled with a verb that means to imagine, foresee, or conceptualize. The second blank must be filled with an adverb that describes the manner in which public policy engages.
Context and logical consistency:
The first part says the idea of New India imagines or conceptualizes an enlightened citizenry. The second part says public policy engages in a forward-looking or active manner.
Evaluation of each option based on meaning:
Envisages – Means to imagine or foresee. Fits the first blank.
Visualizes – Means to form a mental image. Also fits the first blank.
Envisions – Means to foresee or imagine. Also fits the first blank.
Proactively – Means acting in advance to deal with problems. Fits the second blank.
Enterprising – Means showing initiative and resourcefulness. It is an adjective, not an adverb, and cannot modify the verb “engages.”
Driven – Means motivated or determined. It is an adjective, not an adverb, and cannot modify the verb “engages.”
Grammar structure of the completed sentence:
The idea of a New India envisages an enlightened citizenry, an India where public policy proactively engages…
Only “proactively” is an adverb and correctly modifies the verb “engages.”
Corruption is a global ____________, and the fight between honesty and corruption in the first world countries is mainly between the state and ____ graft. Column 1-(A) event, (B) phenomenon, (C) issue Column 2-(D) irrelevant, (E) systemic, (F) deceit A. A-D B. B-E C. C-F D. A-F E. C-D
Correct answer: B. B-E
The sentence is:
Corruption is a global ____________, and the fight between honesty and corruption in the first world countries is mainly between the state and ____ graft.
Role of the missing words:
The first blank must be filled with a noun that describes corruption as a widespread occurrence or observable fact. The second blank must be filled with an adjective that describes the type of graft, meaning deeply rooted or widespread.
Context and logical consistency:
The first part says corruption is a global occurrence, so the correct word is “phenomenon” (something that exists or happens). The second part says the fight is against graft that is deep-rooted or widespread, so the correct word is “systemic.”
Evaluation of each option based on meaning:
Phenomenon – Means a fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen. Fits perfectly.
Event – Means something that happens, but is usually specific rather than a broad global issue.
Issue – Means an important topic or problem. Could fit, but “phenomenon” is more precise for a widespread observable condition.
Systemic – Means relating to a system, especially affecting the whole system. Fits perfectly for deep-rooted graft.
Irrelevant – Means not connected or important. Does not fit.
Decoit – Means dishonest behaviour. It is a noun, not an adjective, so it cannot describe “graft.”
Grammar structure of the completed sentence:
Corruption is a global phenomenon, and the fight… is mainly between the state and systemic graft.
“Phenomenon” is a noun, and “systemic” is an adjective modifying “graft.”
Far below the frozen cover of the Greenland ice sheet sprawls miles of bedrock ______ and _________ through that bedrock for close to 1,600 kilometers is a valley that may contain a subterranean river, __________ water from central Greenland to the northern coast. Column 1-(A) extending, (B) expanding, (C) galloping, Column 2-(D) hiding, (E) transporting, (F) bearing A. A-E B. B-E C. C-D D. A-F E. B-D
Correct answer: A. A-E
The sentence is:
Far below the frozen cover of the Greenland ice sheet sprawls miles of bedrock ______ and _________ through that bedrock for close to 1,600 kilometers is a valley that may contain a subterranean river, __________ water from central Greenland to the northern coast.
Role of the missing words:
The first blank must be filled with a verb in the present participle form that means to stretch or spread out over a distance. The second blank must be filled with a verb in the present participle form that means to carry or move something from one place to another.
Context and logical consistency:
The first part describes bedrock stretching across a distance. The second part describes a river carrying water from central Greenland to the northern coast.
Evaluation of each option based on meaning:
Extending – Means stretching or reaching continuously. Fits the first blank perfectly.
Expanding – Means becoming larger. Less precise for describing the physical span of bedrock.
Galloping – Means moving fast like a horse. Does not fit.
Transporting – Means carrying from one place to another. Fits the second blank perfectly.
Bearing – Means carrying or supporting, but “transporting” is more specific for moving water over distance.
Hiding – Means concealing. Does not fit.
Grammar structure of the completed sentence:
… miles of bedrock extending… a subterranean river, transporting water from central Greenland…
“Extending” describes the bedrock, and “transporting” describes the river’s action.
It is suggested that schools can implement inclusive education programs if they are ____ prepared, are able to ________ support of all stakeholders involved in the process, and have basic resources to run the programs. Column 1-(A) adequately, (B) sufficiently, (C) garrulously Column 2-(D) earn, (E) garner, (F) accrue A. A-E B. B-D C. C-F D. A-E and B-D E. B-D and C-F
Correct answer: D. A-E and B-D
The sentence is:
It is suggested that schools can implement inclusive education programs if they are ____ prepared, are able to ________ support of all stakeholders involved in the process, and have basic resources to run the programs.
Role of the missing words:
The first blank must be filled with an adverb that means to a sufficient or satisfactory degree. The second blank must be filled with a verb that means to collect, gather, or obtain support.
Context and logical consistency:
The sentence says schools must be prepared well and must be able to obtain or gather support from stakeholders. The first blank should mean “enough” or “properly.” The second blank should mean “obtain” or “gather.”
Evaluation of each option based on meaning:
Adequately – Means sufficiently or enough. Fits the first blank.
Sufficiently – Means to a sufficient degree. Also fits the first blank.
Garrulously – Means talkatively, not fitting.
Earn – Means to gain through effort. Could fit, but less precise than “garner” for gathering support.
Garner – Means to gather or collect. Fits the second blank perfectly.
Accrue – Means to accumulate over time. Less direct than “garner” for support.
Grammar structure of the completed sentences:
… if they are adequately prepared… able to garner support…
… if they are sufficiently prepared… able to earn support…
Both combinations are grammatically correct and logically consistent.
You should not make any ______ remark against your colleagues since they are with you through thick and thin. If they also revert with any ________ comment you may not be able to tolerate it at your end. Therefore, it is in your own best interests that you should refrain from making _____ comments on anybody. A. Docile B. Destructive C. Derogatory D. Eccentric E. None of the above
Correct answer: C. Derogatory
The sentence is:
You should not make any ______ remark against your colleagues since they are with you through thick and thin. If they also revert with any ________ comment you may not be able to tolerate it at your end. Therefore, it is in your own best interests that you should refrain from making _____ comments on anybody.
Role of the missing word:
The blank must be filled with an adjective that describes remarks that are negative, insulting, or disrespectful toward others. The sentence advises against making such remarks because they could lead to negative reactions from colleagues.
Context and logical consistency:
The sentence warns against making negative or insulting remarks about colleagues. The word should mean “insulting” or “disrespectful.” “Derogatory” fits perfectly because it means showing a critical or disrespectful attitude.
Evaluation of each option based on meaning:
Derogatory – Means disrespectful or insulting. Fits perfectly because the sentence warns against making negative remarks about colleagues.
Docile – Means obedient or easily controlled. Does not fit.
Destructive – Means causing great damage. Could fit but is less specific to remarks.
Eccentric – Means unconventional or odd. Does not fit.
Grammar structure of the completed sentence:
… make any derogatory remark against your colleagues…
… revert with any derogatory comment…
… refrain from making derogatory comments…
The adjective “derogatory” is used consistently in all three blanks.
The way that he is progressing in life it can be said that he has quite a ______ future. If something is not done to correct this, nobody will be able to change this ______ picture that is being painted by him only. This can well be understood from the _________ look in the eyes of his parents and teachers. A. Callous B. Bleak C. Earnest D. Benevolent E. None of the above
Correct answer: B. Bleak
The sentence is:
The way that he is progressing in life it can be said that he has quite a ______ future. If something is not done to correct this, nobody will be able to change this ______ picture that is being painted by him only. This can well be understood from the _________ look in the eyes of his parents and teachers.
Role of the missing word:
The blanks must be filled with an adjective that describes a future and situation that is hopeless, grim, or unfavorable. The sentence suggests that his progress is not good, and unless corrected, the outcome will be negative.
Context and logical consistency:
The sentence describes a person’s poor progress in life. The word should indicate that the future and situation are grim or depressing. “Bleak” fits perfectly because it means not hopeful or encouraging.
Evaluation of each option based on meaning:
• Bleak – Means not hopeful, gloomy, or grim. Fits perfectly because the future and picture are described as unfavorable.
• Callous – Means insensitive to others’ feelings. Does not fit.
• Earnest – Means sincere and serious. Does not fit.
• Benevolent – Means kind and generous. Does not fit.
Grammar structure of the completed sentence:
… he has quite a bleak future…
… change this bleak picture…
… understood from the bleak look…
The adjective “bleak” is used consistently in all three blanks.
Correct sentence:
“The way that he is progressing in life, it can be said that he has quite a bleak future. If something is not done to correct this, nobody will be able to change this bleak picture that is being painted by him only. This can well be understood from the bleak look in the eyes of his parents and teachers.”
Correct answer: (B) Bleak.
It is very important to _______ to rules and regulations in life if you want to achieve something. If you are a person who hates discipline and cannot _______ to any stupid set of norms, you should definitely opt for startup stints. There you will not have to ______ anything fixed and you can only focus on your performance. A. Attest B. Adhere C. Abate D. Reject E. None of the above
Correct answer: B. Adhere
The sentence is:
It is very important to _______ to rules and regulations in life if you want to achieve something. If you are a person who hates discipline and cannot _______ to any stupid set of norms, you should definitely opt for startup stints. There you will not have to ______ anything fixed and you can only focus on your performance.
Role of the missing word:
The blanks must be filled with a verb that means to follow, obey, or stick to rules and norms. The sentence contrasts following discipline with avoiding fixed norms in startups.
Context and logical consistency:
The first blank says it is important to follow rules. The second blank says a person who hates discipline cannot follow norms. The third blank says in startups, one does not have to follow anything fixed. “Adhere” fits all three blanks because it means to stick to or follow rules.
Evaluation of each option based on meaning:
• Adhere – Means to follow or stick to rules or norms. Fits all three blanks perfectly.
• Attest – Means to provide evidence or testify. Does not fit.
• Abate – Means to become less intense. Does not fit.
• Reject – Means to refuse to accept. Does not fit.
Grammar structure of the completed sentence:
… important to adhere to rules…
… cannot adhere to any stupid set of norms…
… not have to adhere to anything fixed…
The verb “adhere” is followed by the preposition “to” in all cases.
Correct sentence:
“It is very important to adhere to rules and regulations in life if you want to achieve something. If you are a person who hates discipline and cannot adhere to any stupid set of norms, you should definitely opt for startup stints. There you will not have to adhere anything fixed and you can only focus on your performance.”
Correct answer: (B) Adhere.
His concern for the affected children is so ____ that it can be understood without giving much thought. It is not his fault though because all his family members are ______ in all their dealings and they do not care much about anything in life. It is because of this _____ nature of his family that they have not got many friends in the neighborhood. A. Stupendous B. Superficial C. Substantial D. Spurious E. None of the above
Correct answer: B. Superficial
The sentence is:
His concern for the affected children is so ____ that it can be understood without giving much thought. It is not his fault though because all his family members are ______ in all their dealings and they do not care much about anything in life. It is because of this _____ nature of his family that they have not got many friends in the neighborhood.
Role of the missing word:
The blanks must be filled with an adjective that describes something shallow, lacking depth, or not genuine. The sentence suggests that the concern and the family’s nature are not deep or meaningful.
Context and logical consistency:
The first blank says his concern is so shallow that it is easily understood without much thought. The second blank says family members are shallow in their dealings and do not care much. The third blank says this shallow nature has led to them not having many friends. “Superficial” fits all three blanks because it means shallow or lacking depth.
Evaluation of each option based on meaning:
• Superficial – Means shallow, lacking depth, or not genuine. Fits all three blanks perfectly.
• Stupendous – Means amazing or impressive. Does not fit.
• Substantial – Means significant or considerable. Does not fit.
• Spurious – Means false or fake. Could fit, but “superficial” is more precise for shallow behavior.
Grammar structure of the completed sentence:
… concern… is so superficial that it can be understood…
… family members are superficial in all their dealings…
… because of this superficial nature of his family…
The adjective “superficial” is used consistently in all three blanks.
Correct sentence:
“His concern for the affected children is so superficial that it can be understood without giving much thought. It is not his fault though because all his family members are superficial in all their dealings and they do not care much about anything in life. It is because of this superficial nature of his family that they have not got many friends in the neighborhood.”
Correct answer: (B) Superficial.
________ people hardly find it difficult to manage multiple things in life simultaneously but normal people suffer in such situations. That is one trait that makes the______ persons different from the rest of the lot though other qualities also should be taken into account. That is why people are most envious of _______ people as they will never be able to match their caliber. A. Lucid B. Functional C. Successful D. Sterile E. None of the above
Correct answer: C. Successful
The sentence is:
________ people hardly find it difficult to manage multiple things in life simultaneously but normal people suffer in such situations. That is one trait that makes the ______ persons different from the rest of the lot though other qualities also should be taken into account. That is why people are most envious of _______ people as they will never be able to match their caliber.
Role of the missing word:
The blanks must be filled with an adjective that describes people who can handle multiple tasks easily and are admired or envied for their ability. The sentence contrasts such people with normal people and mentions that others envy them.
Context and logical consistency:
The first blank says certain people manage multiple things easily. The second blank says these people are different from others. The third blank says people are envious of them because they cannot match their caliber. “Successful” fits all three blanks because it describes people who achieve and manage things well.
Evaluation of each option based on meaning:
Successful – Means achieving goals or managing well. Fits all three blanks perfectly.
Lucid – Means clear or easy to understand. Does not fit.
Functional – Means working or operating. Does not fit.
Sterile – Means unable to produce or germ-free. Does not fit.
Grammar structure of the completed sentence:
Successful people hardly find it difficult…
… makes the successful persons different…
… envious of successful people…
The adjective “successful” is used consistently in all three blanks.
The _____between both parties was signed by the representatives from the two leading firms. Most of the board members were in ______ with the proposal to merge the two companies for the purpose of survival. This __ will pave the way for further development of the sector in the country. A. Agreement B. Custom C. Victory D. Ratification E. None of the above
Correct answer: A. Agreement
The sentence is:
The _____ between both parties was signed by the representatives from the two leading firms. Most of the board members were in ______ with the proposal to merge the two companies for the purpose of survival. This __ will pave the way for further development of the sector in the country.
Role of the missing word:
The blanks must be filled with a noun that refers to a formal understanding, mutual consent, or a contract between parties. The sentence describes a signed document, board members’ consent, and a development outcome.
Context and logical consistency:
The first blank says a document was signed between parties. The second blank says board members were in consent with the proposal. The third blank says this will lead to further development. “Agreement” fits all three blanks because it means a mutual understanding or formal contract.
Evaluation of each option based on meaning:
• Agreement – Means a mutual understanding or formal contract. Fits all three blanks perfectly.
• Custom – Means a traditional practice. Does not fit.
• Victory – Means winning a contest. Does not fit.
• Ratification – Means formal approval. Could fit the first blank, but does not fit the second blank (“in ratification with” is not a standard phrase) and is less natural for the third blank.
Grammar structure of the completed sentence:
The agreement between both parties was signed…
… in agreement with the proposal…
This agreement will pave the way…
The noun “agreement” is used consistently in all three blanks.
Correct sentence:
“The agreement between both parties was signed by the representatives from the two leading firms. Most of the board members were in agreement with the proposal to merge the two companies for the purpose of survival. This agreement will pave the way for further development of the sector in the country.”
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