Cloze Test - 1 courses, to hold seminars, and above all, to evolve
Presently, a soprano voice of richness and depth their own method of assessing students, the
floated from the open windows of the parlour, students will get a far better deal. Indeed, they
resonating (1) the darkening greenery. All at once it made out that such colleges will have a free (5) in
was as if the entire scene before them was (2) by nearly everything except granting degrees.
that voice, infused with unexpected life: the western 1. A). training B). gracing
sky, streaked with bands of pale gold and purple; C). breeding D). renovating
the two houses, standing grey and disconsolate 2. A). Too B). Many
against that sky; the (3) of trees casting deep black C). Lot D). More
shadows here and there across the ground. The 3. A). privately B). automatic
same voice that (4) everything suddenly to life also C). govern D). autonomous
drew them into another, much deeper world: a 4. A). vary B). own
world that was normally hidden, a world that (5) into C). much D). differently
eternity. 5. A). ear B). hand
1. A). but B). over C). leg D). eye
C). aside D). besides Passage
2. A). lapsed B). awakened The topic of renewable energy is becoming
C). untried D). belated increasingly important as concerns about climate
3. A). Pack B). Transition change and the depletion of nonrenewable
C). Branches D). Material resources continue to grow. Renewable energy
4. A). chiselled B). transacted sources, such as solar and wind power, have the
C). lightened D). brought potential to provide a clean and sustainable source
5. A). asked for B). stretched out of power for the world's growing population. One of
C). handed over D). pleaded for the major advantages of renewable energy is that it
Cloze Test - 2 is not limited by the same supply constraints as
The education system is (1) more and more fossil fuels. Unlike oil, coal, and natural gas, which
frustrations among both students and teachers. are finite resources that will eventually run out,
And yet no one seems too clear about what can be renewable energy sources like solar and wind
done to make it more meaningful. (2) reforms have power will never run out.
been discussed at length but have come to nothing Additionally, renewable energy sources do not
for one reason or another. The authorities are now produce the greenhouse gases that are responsible
peddling the idea of (3) colleges as a means of for climate change, making them a much more
toning up teaching standards. They argue that by environmentally friendly option. Despite the clear
allowing certain colleges to introduce their (4) benefits of renewable energy, there are still
significant challenges that need to be overcome in 3.Select the most appropriate title for the passage.
order for it to become a viable alternative to fossil A). The Role of Technology in Energy Production
fuels. One of the main challenges is the cost of B). The Advantages and Challenges of Renewable
renewable energy, which is currently higher than Energy
traditional fossil fuels. However, as technology C). The Environmental Impact of Non-Renewable
continues to improve and economies of scale are Energy Sources
achieved, the cost of renewable energy is expected D). The Future of Nuclear Energy
to decrease. Another challenge is the need for 4.What is the main advantage of renewable energy
reliable and efficient energy storage solutions, over fossil fuels?
which are essential for the widespread adoption of A). It is not limited by the same supply constraints
renewable energy. as fossil fuels.
Without effective energy storage solutions, B). It is cheaper than traditional fossil fuels.
renewable energy sources like solar and wind C). The renewable energy sources will eventually
power can only be used when the sun is shining or run out.
the wind is blowing, which greatly limits their overall D). It produces the greenhouse gases that are
usefulness. Overall, renewable energy has the responsible for climate change.
potential to play a critical role in addressing the 5.What is the main challenge facing the adoption of
world’s energy needs and reducing dependence on renewable energy?
fossil fuels. While challenges remain, with A). Insufficient demand for renewable energy
continued research and development, renewable B). Cost of renewable energy is currently higher
energy is likely to become increasingly viable and than traditional fossil fuels
important in the coming years. C). Lack of skilled labour for the production of
1.Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the renewable energy
given word. D). Abundance of fossil fuels in the world
Viable Passage - 2
A). Impracticable As a graduate student, it is important for them to
B). Irresolvable remember that the skills and knowledge they gain
C). Inaccurate during their studies will be valuable not only in their
D). Indignant chosen field, but also in their future career. In
2.Identify the tone of the passage. addition to mastering the subject matter of their
A). Subjective program, they should also strive to develop critical
B). Sarcastic thinking, problem-solving, and communication
C). Satirical skills. These abilities are highly valued by
D). Informative employers and will serve them well in any career
path they choose. Furthermore, as a graduate 2. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the
student, they will have the opportunity to conduct given word.
research and make original contributions to their Rewarding
field. This experience will not only help them gain a A). inspiring
deeper understanding of the subject matter, but will B). comforting
also give them the opportunity to publish their C). discouraging
findings and build their professional network. D). stimulating
Additionally, it is important for them to take 3. Identify the main theme of the passage.
advantage of any opportunities to gain practical Ans A). The importance of experience-based
experience in their field. This can include knowledge to increase the learning potential of
internships, co-op programs, or volunteer work. graduate students
These experiences will not only help them to B). The importance of developing various skills and
develop valuable skills, but they will also help them gaining practical experience as a graduate student
to gain a better understanding of the real-world in order to achieve academic and professional
applications of their field, and they can also help success
them to make important connections in the industry. C). The ways in which graduate school can be
Finally, it is important for them to remember that utilised to create political opportunities
graduate school is a challenging and demanding D). Methods to include experiential learning in
experience, but it is also an incredibly rewarding graduate school to inculcate discipline
one. With hard work, dedication, and a positive 4. Select the most appropriate title for the passage.
attitude, they will be well on their way to achieving A). Skills and Experience: The Key to Success as a
their goals and making a meaningful impact in their Graduate Student
field. B). The Importance of Positive Attitude during
1. Which of the following is NOT an important Graduate Days
aspect of a graduate student’s experience to C). Career Advancement Schemes for Graduate
achieve academic and professional success? Students
A). Building a professional network D). The Role of Research in Graduate Schools
B). Conducting research and making original 5. Which of the following is NOT important for a
contributions to their field graduate student to achieve academic and
C). Gaining practical experience through professional success?
internships, co-op programs or volunteer work A). Mastering the subject matter of their program
D). Forming support groups from different ethnic B). Having a corporate job
groups to stay connected C). Having a positive attitude
D). Developing critical thinking, problem-solving, 3. S1. Sania asked Piyush how he had fared in the
and communication skills examination the week before.
Sentence Arrangement A. Piyush then requested Sania not to talk about it.
1. S1. Generation gap is actually the difference B. Piyush said that he had done very badly and
between the ebullience of youth on the one hand was afraid that he would not clear the exam.
and the caution and prudence of old age on the C. Sania exclaimed that this was his foolish fear.
other. D. Sania wanted to know the reason for this
A. Or, it is expression of the rivalry between the old request.
and the young. S6. She knew Piyush was a hard-working boy and
B. The old declare the younger lot to be arrogant would definitely clear the exam.
fools; the young declare the older people to be 1. ABCD 2. ACBD
senile and insipid. 3. ADBC 4. DABC
C. The old want to prolong their hold on authority 4. S1. Obesity is a condition where the body
while the young are over-eager to grab it. accumulates excess fat, leading to a considerable
D. The gulf between the two generations cannot be increase in the body weight.
bridged. A. This means adverse health effects on the people
S6. However, in modern times, lifestyles are of our country
changing so fast that the gap between any two B. Such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol,
successive generations becomes easily diabetes, heart diseases leading to premature
perceptible. death.
1. CDBA 2. ACBD C. It is assuming alarming proportions in our
3. CBAD 4. CABD country.
2. S1. One can find ants anywhere on earth. D. To avoid this, lifestyle needs to be changed.
A. They also use chemicals called pheromones to S6. Lack of sports and sedentary lifestyle also
leave scent. contribute to higher obesity level.
B. They can communicate effectively with each 1. CBAD 2. CABD
other. 3. ACBD 4. ABDC
C. Thus, they are called the earth’s most successful 5. A. Following the demise of the Indus Valley
species. civilisation, the Aryans migrated to India.
D. There are about 2,000 species of ants. B. There is proof that the Aryans possessed a
S6. These scent trails help other ants to follow. scientific outlook.
1. ABCD 2. CDBA C. They held that the universe was regulated by a
3. BACD 4. DCBA natural law known as Panchbhutas (five
components).
D. Prithvi (heart), Ap (water), Tejas (heat), Vayu 5.3
(air), and Akasa (sky) are these factors.
1. CDAB 2. DBCA
3. ABCD 4. BCDA
CLOZE TEST-1
1.B
2.B
3.C
4.D
5.B
CLOZE TEST-2
1.C
2.B
3.D
4.B
5.B
PASSAGE-1
1.A
2.D
3.B
4.A
5.B
PASSAGE-2
1.D
2.C
3.B
4.A
5.B
PQRS
1.2
2.4
3.3
4.2