Question : Directions: In a certain code language, good morning is coded as mu du, early morning tea is coded as du tu se, and tea is early is coded as se re tu. What is the code for the word is?
Option 1: mu
Option 2: tu
Option 3: du
Option 4: re
Correct Answer: re
Solution : Given:
1. good morning ⇒ mu du
2. early morning tea ⇒ du tu se
3. tea is early ⇒ se re tu
By comparing all the above–coded sentences, we find that –
In sentences 1 and 2, morning and du are common.
In sentences 2 and 3, early and tea are common words, and se and tu are common codes.
The remaining word and the code in sentence 3 are is and re.
Finally, morning ⇒ du; early/tea ⇒ se/tu; is ⇒ re
So, is will be coded as re. Hence, the fourth option is correct.
Answer laterQuestion : 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.
Learning a new language can be challenging, but it's also (1)______. It can open up new opportunities for communication and cultural exchange. When learning a new language, it's important to be patient and (2)_______ yourself time to progress. One way to make language learning easier is to (3)________ to it every day, even if it's just for a few minutes. This helps in building consistency and reinforces what you're learning. Practicing speaking and listening is also important, not just reading and writing. By immersing yourself in the language and culture, you can accelerate your (4)________ and gain a deeper understanding of the language. Learning a new language is not only practical, but it's also (5)_______ and can be a fun experience.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 3.
Option 1: hesitate
Option 2: commit
Option 3: forget
Option 4: procrastinate
Correct Answer: commit
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
To commit means to dedicate or pledge oneself to a particular course of action. In the context of language learning, it's essential to commit to practicing every day to improve consistency and reinforce learning.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
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Hesitate: It means to pause or be indecisive before taking action.
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Forget: It means to fail to remember something.
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Procrastinate: It means to delay or postpone taking action, often because of reluctance or indecision.
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, how are you is written as mp re ge and do you follow is coded as hk mp bo. How is you coded in the given language?
Option 1: mp
Option 2: rc
Option 3: gp
Option 4: bo
Correct Answer: mp
Solution : Given:
1. how are you⇒mp re ge
2. do you follow⇒hk mp bo
By comparing the two coded sentences, we find that –
In sentences 1 and 2, you and mp are common.
So, you will be coded as mp. Hence, the first option is correct.
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, BED is coded as 9, and TABLE is coded as 25. How will RECLINER be coded in the same language?
Option 1: 58
Option 2: 72
Option 3: 36
Option 4: 64
Correct Answer: 64
Solution : Given:
BED is coded as 9 and TABLE is coded as 25.
Find the square of the total number of letters in the given word to obtain the required code –
The total number of letters in BED is 3 and the square is 9.
Thus, BED is coded as 9.
And, TABLE is coded as 106 –
The total number of letters in TABLE is 5 and the square is 25.
Thus, TABLE is coded as 25.
Similarly, follow the same pattern for RECLINER –
The total number of letters in RECLINER is 8 and the square is 64.
So, RECLINER is coded as 64. Hence, the fourth option is correct.
Question : What was the primary challenge in resettling refugees after the partition of India?
Option 1: Language barriers
Option 2: Lack of employment opportunities
Option 3: Religious conflicts
Option 4: Housing shortages
Correct Answer: Housing shortages
Solution : The primary challenge in resettling refugees after the partition of India was housing shortages, as millions of people were displaced and needed accommodation.
Question : Directions: Select the Venn diagram that best represents the relationship between the following classes.
Language, Punjabi, Hindi, Malayalam
Option 1: 
Option 2: 
Option 3: 
Option 4: 
Correct Answer:
Solution : Based on the general information, Hindi, Punjabi, and Malayalam are the languages. So, their circles will lie inside the circle of languages. But, all these three languages are not related to each other. So, their three circles will be drawn separately.
Therefore, the Venn diagram is as follows –
Hence, the first option is correct.
Question : Sanskritisation refers to:
Option 1: Promotion of Sanskrit language in education
Option 2: Adoption of Sanskrit rituals by lower castes
Option 3: Rejection of Western influence in India
Option 4: Revival of ancient Indian science and technology
Correct Answer: Adoption of Sanskrit rituals by lower castes
Solution : Sanskritisation refers to the process by which lower castes adopt the rituals and practices of higher castes, particularly those associated with the Sanskrit language, to gain social mobility.
Question : Which of the following languages does not belong to the Indo-Aryan language family?
Option 1: Punjabi
Option 2: Dogri
Option 3: Munda
Option 4: Assamese
Correct Answer: Munda
Solution : The correct option is Munda.
Munda is not a part of the Indo-Aryan language family. It belongs to the Austroasiatic language family. The Munda languages are spoken by various tribal communities in eastern India, primarily in the states of Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, West Bengal, and Bihar.
Indo-Aryan languages are primarily spoken in South Asia, with major concentrations in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Hindi, Bengali, Punjabi, Marathi, Gujarati, and Odia are some of the prominent Indo-Aryan languages.
Question :
Complete the following paragraph
The culture of India is the oldest culture of the world around 5,000 years. Indian culture is considered as the first and supreme culture of the world. There is a common saying about India that “Unity in Diversity” means India is a diverse country where people of many religions live together peacefully with their own separate cultures. __________________________________________________
Option 1:
Many cultures have been initiated in India
Option 2: People of various religions differ in their language, food tradition, rituals, etc however they live with unity
Option 3: Many cultures have been originated from India
Option 4: In India, many cultures have relived despite diversity
Option 5:
India is a land of various cultures
Correct Answer: People of various religions differ in their language, food tradition, rituals, etc however they live with unity
Solution :
The paragraph is about the variety of religion existent in India. Hence, “People of various religions differ in their language, food tradition, rituals, etc however they live with unity” is the answer. Although “India is a land of various cultures” seems to be close but there is nothing new in this option. Hence, this option is wrong.
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, KG is written as MJ. How will EI be written in that language?
Option 1: RJ
Option 2: JS
Option 3: GL
Option 4: RS
Correct Answer: GL
Solution : Given:
KG is written as MJ.
Add 2 and 3 to the positional value of the first and the second letters of KG to obtain the required code –
K + 2 = M; G + 3 = J
Thus, KG is coded as MJ.
Similarly, follow the same pattern for EI –
E + 2 = G; I + 3 = L
So, EI is coded as GL. Hence, the third option is correct.
