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 number.
The term Democracy (1)_______ from the Greek (2)_______ dêmos (people) and Kratos (power). In its (3)______ meaning, democracy means the "rule of the people". In fact, it is a form of government in which all eligible people have an (4)_______ say in the decisions that affect their lives. Democracy (5)_______ political systems existed in some Greek city-states, notably Athens following a popular uprising in 508 BC.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 1.
Option 1: came
Option 2: will come
Option 3: is coming
Option 4: comes
Correct Answer: comes
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Explanation:
The sentence discusses the origin of the term democracy, so the verb tense should be in the present simple to describe a general fact or truth. In this case, comes is the correct option, as it is the present simple tense of the verb "come". It indicates that the term democracy originates from the Greek words "dêmos" and "kratos".
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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 number.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.
Option 1: as
Option 2: of
Option 3: over
Option 4: in
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 2.
Option 1: letters
Option 2: symbols
Option 3: numbers
Option 4: words
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 4.
Option 1: irregular
Option 2: unequal
Option 3: equal
Option 4: unfair
Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 3.
Option 1: metaphorical
Option 2: hyperbole
Option 3: figurative
Option 4: literal
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 number. "Why?" said Harry in surprise, "There is a (1)_____. Harry Potter. A plot to make most terrible things (2)_____ at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (3)_____," whispered Dobby, suddenly trembling all over. "Dobby has (4)_____ months, sir. Harry Potter (5)_____ in peril. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 4.
Option 1: known it for
Option 2: had knowing for
Option 3: had acknowledging for
Option 4: been known since
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