Question : There are few words missing in the passage given below. The options given contain an answer that will fit in those given blanks. Choose the correct word to be used to make the sentence coherent and grammatically correct.

Cricket fans have been 1) _________________ to “gear up and get themselves ready for the ride” after the 2) _________________ of Brendon McCullum as the new coach of England’s men’s Test team which was confirmed by the board on Thursday.

Brendon 40-year-old had gone into the 3) _________________ process as an outside bet for the white-ball role but came out from it as the 4) _________________ choice of the England & Wales Cricket Board’s four-man panel to lead the red-ball team on a 5) _________________ towards what they are anticpating as a great achievement and excitement.

Choose the correct word to be used in blank 3.

Option 1: culmination
 

Option 2: recruitment
 

Option 3: brunt
 

Option 4:  edition

Question : Comprehension:

Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.

New York City is on 'high alert' after reporting 100 cases of a rare inflammatory disease apparently tied to COVID-19 in children. The city recently began reporting rising cases of paediatric multi-system inflammatory syndrome, an illness that officials say is similar to toxic shock or Kawasaki disease, with symptoms including a fever and abdominal pain and which 'appears to be linked to an immune response to COVID-19,' The New York Times reports.

City Mayor Bill de Blasio, in a press briefing on Thursday, said, "We are now on high alert in addressing the syndrome after the number of confirmed cases of paediatric multi-system inflammatory syndrome in the city has reached 100." "Among those cases, 55 children have tested positive for COVID-19 or the antibodies", de Blasio said, "and one child has died." Two other children have also died from the illness in New York State, according to the Times. De Blasio had reported 82 cases of the syndrome in the city.

These developments continue to be 'really troubling' after it was previously thought that "children seemed to have very little effect from this disease," de Blasio said. He urged parents to call their doctor immediately if a child had a persistent fever, a rash, abdominal pain, vomiting, and especially a combination of these symptoms.

Question:

The new disease is said to be a 'multi-system disorder'. This means:

Option 1: it affects many body functions

Option 2: it affects a large number of people

Option 3: there are many cases

Option 4: it requires many tests

Question : Direction: Read the following passage and answer the questions given after it.
The science of climate change is more solid and widely agreed upon than you might think. But the scope of the topic, as well as rampant disinformation, can make it hard to separate fact from fiction. Here, we've done our best to present you with not only the most accurate scientific information but also an explanation of how we know it. Climate change is often cast as a prediction made by complicated computer models. But the scientific basis for climate change is much broader, and models are actually only one part of it (and, for what it's worth, they're surprisingly accurate).

For more than a century, scientists have understood the basic physics behind why greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide cause warming. These gases make up just a small fraction of the atmosphere but exert outsized control on Earth's climate by trapping some of the planet's heat before it escapes into space. This greenhouse effect is important: It's why a planet so far from the sun has liquid water and life! However, during the Industrial Revolution, people started burning coal and other fossil fuels to power factories, smelters and steam engines, which added more greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. Ever since human activities have been heating the planet.

Question:

What is the antonym of the word 'escapes' as given in the passage?
 

Option 1: involves
 

Option 2: produces
 

Option 3: resolves
 

Option 4: captures

Question : Directions: Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
1. All professors are males.
2. All males are smart.
3. Some males are professionals.
Conclusions:
I. No professional is smart.
II. Some professionals are professors.
III. Some smart are professionals.
IV. All professors are smart.

Option 1: Only conclusion IV follows

Option 2: Both conclusions I and II follow

Option 3: Both conclusions III and IV follow

Option 4: Only conclusion I follows

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.

Teenage is a (1)______ of life that everyone goes through between childhood and adulthood. During this time, teenagers go through many changes, both physically and emotionally. They may experience mood swings, have difficulty expressing their feelings, and sometimes (2)_______ impulsively. Teenagers are also trying to figure out their place in the world and may face pressure from peers, parents, and society to (3)_______ to certain expectations. It is important for teenagers to have a support system that allows them to explore their interests, develop their own identities, and make healthy choices. Despite the challenges that come with being a teenager, it can also be an exciting and transformative time. Teenagers have the (4)_______ to learn new skills, make lifelong friends, and explore new experiences that can shape their future. It is important for parents, educators, and other adults to provide teenagers with guidance, support, and resources that can help them (5)______ the challenges of adolescence.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 1.

Option 1: transition

Option 2: phase

Option 3: feeling

Option 4: milestone

Question : It is important for the protection of the product but it also serve as a promotional tool. Which function of marketing is highlighted in the given statement?

Option 1: Packaging

Option 2: Labelling

Option 3: Standardization

Option 4: Grading

Question : Which of the following statement is incorrect for financial planning?
 

Option 1: It lacks in coordination.
 

Option 2: It helps in avoiding business shocks and surprises.
 

Option 3: It makes the evaluation of actual performance easier.
 

Option 4: It helps to link present with future

Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some of the words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.
As an industrial solvent, pyridine is used in a (1)_________ range of manufacturing processes. It is also a by-product of coking coal, a crucial (2)_____ for steel production. The Tees area was home to both steel and chemical (3)_______ and the discharge of contaminated effluent (4)_______ the river and surrounding wetlands has been (5)________ practice, often with minimal or no treatment.

Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 3.

Option 1: fabrication

Option 2: industries

Option 3: monopoly

Option 4: salutation

Question : When the President of India keeps a bill (except a money bill and constitutional amendment bill) pending for an indefinite period, it is called __________.

Option 1: pocket veto of the president

Option 2: suspensive veto of the president

Option 3: absolute veto of the president

Option 4: amendatory veto of the president

Question : Comprehension:
Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

The world of social media is a strange and wondrous place. It's a world where you can connect with people from all over the globe, share your thoughts and opinions, and maybe even go viral if you're lucky. But let's be real, it's also a world filled with endless cat videos, oversharing, and drama.
One of the most interesting things about social media is the way it's changed the way we communicate. We've gone from long, thoughtful emails to quick, abbreviated messages with emojis and acronyms. And don't even get me started on the whole hashtag phenomenon. It's like we're all speaking a different language now.
But there are also some downsides to this constant connection. It's easy to get sucked into the world of social media and forget about the real world around us. We're so busy scrolling through our feeds that we forget to enjoy the little moments in life. And let's not forget about the pressure to present the perfect life online. It's like we're all in a competition to see who can be the most popular, the most successful, the most enviable.
Despite all of this, I have to admit, I'm still a fan of social media. It's a great way to stay connected with friends and family, and I've even made some new friends through various online communities. Plus, let's face it, sometimes you just need a good laugh at a ridiculous meme.
Question:
What is the theme of the passage?

Option 1: The dangers of spending too much time online.

Option 2: The importance of social media for businesses.

Option 3: The positive and negative effects of social media.

Option 4: The history of social media.