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Q.241 Medium Reading Comprehension

Arrange the sentences coherently: A) Climate change poses unprecedented challenges to global stability. B) Governments worldwide are implementing green energy initiatives. C) However, individual participation remains crucial for lasting impact. D) Scientific evidence overwhelmingly supports the need for immediate action.

A D, A, B, C

B A, D, B, C

C B, C, A, D

D D, B, A, C

Correct Answer: A. D, A, B, C

EXPLANATION

The logical flow: evidence (D) → challenge (A) → governmental response (B) → individual role (C).

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Q.242 Medium Reading Comprehension

Identify the error: 'Each of the students have submitted their assignments on time, and the teacher are grading them.'

A 'Each' requires singular verb; 'have' should be 'has'

B 'the teacher' requires plural verb; 'are' should be 'is'

C Both A and B

D No error

Correct Answer: C. Both A and B

EXPLANATION

'Each' is singular (has), and 'teacher' is singular (is). Both subject-verb agreements are incorrect.

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Q.243 Medium Reading Comprehension

Cloze test - Select the best word: 'The politician's _____ response to the corruption allegations damaged his credibility irreparably.'

A detailed

B evasive

C eloquent

D timely

Correct Answer: B. evasive

EXPLANATION

'Evasive' (avoiding direct answers) logically explains why credibility was damaged. This fits the negative context.

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Q.244 Medium Reading Comprehension

Read the passage: 'Blockchain technology, once relegated to cryptocurrency enthusiasts, has gained mainstream acceptance in supply chain management. Companies now leverage its immutability and transparency features to track products from manufacturing to consumer. However, scalability concerns and regulatory ambiguity persist.' Which inference can be drawn?

A Blockchain will completely replace traditional supply chains.

B Blockchain has practical applications but faces obstacles before widespread adoption.

C Cryptocurrency is the only viable use of blockchain.

D Supply chain tracking was impossible before blockchain.

Correct Answer: B. Blockchain has practical applications but faces obstacles before widespread adoption.

EXPLANATION

The passage indicates real-world applications while acknowledging 'scalability concerns and regulatory ambiguity', supporting option B.

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Q.245 Medium Reading Comprehension

Correct the sentence: 'The reason why he resigned is because of the lack of career advancement opportunities.'

A The reason he resigned is because of the lack of career advancement opportunities.

B The reason for his resignation is the lack of career advancement opportunities.

C The reason why he resigned is due to lack of career advancement opportunities.

D He resigned because of the lack of career advancement opportunities.

Correct Answer: B. The reason for his resignation is the lack of career advancement opportunities.

EXPLANATION

Avoid 'reason why...is because' redundancy. Option B eliminates the awkward construction effectively.

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Q.246 Medium Reading Comprehension

Choose the most appropriate word for the blank: 'His _____ remarks during the meeting created unnecessary tension among team members.'

A benevolent

B acerbic

C melodious

D pragmatic

Correct Answer: B. acerbic

EXPLANATION

'Acerbic' (sharp, bitter in tone) fits the context of causing tension. Other words don't align with negative impact.

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Q.247 Medium Reading Comprehension

Read the passage: 'The phenomenon of 'quiet quitting' has emerged prominently in 2024, where employees maintain minimal effort at work. This trend reflects deeper workplace dissatisfaction and evolving employee expectations. Organizations must reassess compensation structures and work-life balance policies.' What is the author's primary concern?

A Employees are becoming lazier.

B Companies need to address underlying issues causing employee disengagement.

C Quiet quitting is a new management technique.

D Work-life balance is impossible to achieve.

Correct Answer: B. Companies need to address underlying issues causing employee disengagement.

EXPLANATION

The passage emphasizes that companies must 'reassess' policies, indicating the author believes organizations need to address root causes of disengagement.

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Q.248 Medium Reading Comprehension

Arrange the sentences in logical order: A) The startup faced financial constraints initially. B) Eventually, it secured funding from venture capitalists. C) Its innovative approach impressed potential investors. D) The founders developed a revolutionary mobile application.

A D-A-C-B

B A-D-C-B

C C-D-A-B

D D-C-A-B

Correct Answer: A. D-A-C-B

EXPLANATION

Chronological order: D (development) → A (constraints) → C (impressed investors) → B (secured funding) maintains logical narrative flow.

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Q.249 Medium Reading Comprehension

Which pair of words are antonyms?

A Benign and malevolent

B Ephemeral and transient

C Meticulous and careful

D Obfuscate and complicate

Correct Answer: A. Benign and malevolent

EXPLANATION

Benign (harmless/kind) and malevolent (evil/harmful) are true antonyms. Other pairs are synonyms.

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Q.250 Medium Reading Comprehension

Arrange sentences for coherence: A) The consequences were catastrophic. B) An earthquake measuring 7.2 on the Richter scale struck the region. C) Thousands were displaced from their homes. D) Relief efforts began immediately.

A B-A-C-D

B C-B-A-D

C B-C-A-D

D A-B-C-D

Correct Answer: A. B-A-C-D

EXPLANATION

B presents the event, A provides overall impact, C specifies the consequences, D describes the response.

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