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Q.121 Hard Reading Comprehension

Cloze Test: 'The rapid advancement of biotechnology has opened new possibilities in medicine. Gene therapy, which was once _____ (1), is now becoming a reality for treating genetic disorders. Researchers hope to _____ (2) the cost of these treatments to make them accessible to all patients.'

Choose the correct word for blank (1):

A Feasible

B Theoretical

C Practical

D Realistic

Correct Answer: B. Theoretical

Explanation:

The contrast between 'was once theoretical' and 'is now becoming a reality' makes 'theoretical' the best choice.

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Q.122 Easy Reading Comprehension

Choose the word most similar in meaning to PRAGMATIC:

A Idealistic

B Impractical

C Practical

D Theoretical

Correct Answer: C. Practical

Explanation:

Pragmatic means dealing with things in a realistic, practical way based on actual circumstances.

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Q.123 Medium Reading Comprehension

Correct the sentence: 'The number of students enrolling in STEM courses have increased significantly over the past decade.'

A 'The number of students enrolling in STEM courses has increased significantly over the past decade.'

B 'The numbers of students enrolling in STEM courses have increased significantly over the past decade.'

C 'The number of students enrolling in STEM courses is increasing significantly over the past decade.'

D 'The amount of students enrolling in STEM courses have increased significantly over the past decade.'

Correct Answer: A. 'The number of students enrolling in STEM courses has increased significantly over the past decade.'

Explanation:

'Number' is singular, so it takes 'has'. 'Amount' is used for uncountable nouns; 'number' is for countable nouns.

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Q.124 Easy Reading Comprehension

Read the passage and answer: 'Artificial intelligence has revolutionized multiple industries, from healthcare to finance. Machine learning algorithms can now predict diseases with remarkable accuracy.' What is the primary purpose of this passage?

A To explain how AI is transforming various sectors

B To criticize the use of AI in healthcare

C To describe machine learning algorithms only

D To argue against AI implementation

Correct Answer: A. To explain how AI is transforming various sectors

Explanation:

The passage introduces AI's impact across multiple industries and provides healthcare as an example, indicating the main purpose is explaining AI's transformative role.

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Q.125 Easy Reading Comprehension

Find the error in the sentence: 'The committee have decided to postpone the meeting until next week.'

A Have should be has

B Decided should be decides

C Postpone should be postponed

D No error

Correct Answer: A. Have should be has

Explanation:

Committee is a collective noun treated as singular in formal English, so 'has' is correct instead of 'have'.

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Q.126 Easy Reading Comprehension

Select the word most similar in meaning to EPHEMERAL:

A Permanent

B Transient

C Stable

D Enduring

Correct Answer: B. Transient

Explanation:

Ephemeral means lasting for a very short time, which is synonymous with transient. Other options mean the opposite or have opposite connotations.

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Q.127 Medium Reading Comprehension

Arrange the sentences in logical order:
A) Blockchain technology ensures transparency and security in transactions.
B) This innovation has gained significant traction in the financial sector.
C) Cryptocurrencies were among the first applications of blockchain.
D) Today, blockchain extends beyond cryptocurrencies to supply chains and healthcare.

A A-C-B-D

B C-A-B-D

C A-B-C-D

D C-B-A-D

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

Explanation:

The logical flow is: introduce a specific application (C), explain the technology (A), mention sector adoption (B), then expand scope (D).

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Q.128 Medium Reading Comprehension

Identify the error: 'Neither the manager nor the employees was satisfied with the new policy.'

A Was should be were

B Satisfied should be satisfy

C Manager should be managers

D No error

Correct Answer: A. Was should be were

Explanation:

With 'neither...nor' construction, the verb agrees with the nearest noun (employees), which is plural, so 'were' is correct.

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Q.129 Easy Reading Comprehension

Fill in the blank: 'The meteorologist's prediction proved _____, as the cyclone struck the coast exactly as forecasted.'

A Erroneous

B Ambiguous

C Accurate

D Vague

Correct Answer: C. Accurate

Explanation:

The context indicates the prediction was correct, so 'accurate' fits perfectly. Other options suggest the prediction was wrong or unclear.

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Q.130 Medium Reading Comprehension

Read the passage: 'Remote work has fundamentally altered workplace dynamics. Organizations report increased productivity but express concerns about employee engagement.' Which statement is NOT supported by the passage?

A Remote work affects how people work together

B Companies have noticed higher productivity levels

C Employee engagement has improved significantly

D Organizations have concerns about employee engagement

Correct Answer: C. Employee engagement has improved significantly

Explanation:

The passage mentions concerns about engagement but does not state that engagement has improved. Option C contradicts the passage.

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