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Q.21 Medium Reading Comprehension
Which word is NOT a synonym of 'METICULOUS'?
A Careful
B Precise
C Careless
D Thorough
Correct Answer:  C. Careless
Explanation:

Meticulous means very careful and precise. Careless is the opposite meaning, making it the non-synonym.

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Q.22 Medium Reading Comprehension
Para jumble - Arrange correctly: A) This breakthrough has implications for treating genetic disorders. B) Researchers have successfully edited human genes using CRISPR technology. C) The advancement opens new possibilities in personalized medicine. D) However, ethical concerns about gene editing persist.
A B-A-C-D
B A-B-D-C
C C-A-B-D
D D-B-C-A
Correct Answer:  A. B-A-C-D
Explanation:

B introduces the discovery, A explains its impact, C elaborates on possibilities, D provides counterpoint about ethical concerns.

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Q.23 Medium Reading Comprehension
Identify the grammatically incorrect sentence:
A The manuscript was submitted by the author yesterday
B Neither the teacher nor the students was present at the meeting
C The data suggests that climate patterns are changing rapidly
D Each member of the committee have contributed their ideas
Correct Answer:  D. Each member of the committee have contributed their ideas
Explanation:

'Each' is singular, so it should be 'has contributed' not 'have contributed'.

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Q.24 Medium Reading Comprehension
Choose the word closest in meaning to 'OBFUSCATE':
A Clarify
B Obscure
C Illuminate
D Simplify
Correct Answer:  B. Obscure
Explanation:

Obfuscate means to make something unclear or obscure. Obscure is the closest synonym.

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Q.25 Medium Reading Comprehension
Fill in the blanks: 'The organization _____ committed to _____ environmental sustainability through innovative practices.'
A is, promoting
B are, to promote
C is, to promote
D has, promoting
Correct Answer:  A. is, promoting
Explanation:

'Organization' is singular (is), and 'committed to promoting' is the correct gerund construction.

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Q.26 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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Q.27 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.28 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.29 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.30 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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