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Q.21 Medium Para Jumbles
Correct the sentence: 'If I was you, I would not accept that offer.'
A 'was' should be 'were'
B 'would' should be 'will'
C 'that' should be 'this'
D No error
Correct Answer:  A. 'was' should be 'were'
EXPLANATION

In conditional sentences (subjunctive mood), 'were' is used with all subjects, including 'I'. The correct form is 'If I were you'.

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Q.22 Medium Para Jumbles
Identify the correct sequence:
A) Renewable energy sources are crucial for sustainable development.
B) Solar and wind power have become increasingly cost-effective.
C) India aims to achieve 500 GW of renewable capacity by 2030.
D) This transition requires significant infrastructure investment and policy support.
A A, C, B, D
B A, B, C, D
C C, A, B, D
D B, A, C, D
Correct Answer:  B. A, B, C, D
EXPLANATION

Begins with importance (A), then examples and cost-effectiveness (B), India's specific target (C), and concludes with requirements (D).

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Q.23 Medium Para Jumbles
Fill in the blank: 'The speaker's _____ on climate change was both informative and engaging.'
A discourse
B discern
C discreet
D discredit
Correct Answer:  A. discourse
EXPLANATION

Discourse means a discussion or talk; it fits contextually. Other options don't match the context.

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Q.24 Medium Para Jumbles
Which sentence contains a grammatical error?
A) The team have decided to postpone the meeting.
B) The data suggests that the trend is declining.
C) Neither of the candidates were suitable.
D) Everyone in the class has submitted their assignments.
A A
B B
C C
D D
Correct Answer:  C. C
EXPLANATION

'Neither' is singular and should be followed by 'was', not 'were'. Sentence C contains the error.

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Q.25 Medium Para Jumbles
Arrange in correct order:
A) Cybersecurity threats have increased dramatically in recent years.
B) Hackers are targeting critical infrastructure and financial institutions.
C) Organizations must invest in robust security measures.
D) The cost of cyber attacks to the global economy exceeds billions annually.
A A, B, D, C
B B, A, C, D
C A, D, B, C
D D, A, B, C
Correct Answer:  A. A, B, D, C
EXPLANATION

Logical flow: general threat (A), specific targets (B), financial impact (D), and necessary action (C).

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Q.26 Medium Para Jumbles
Identify the sentence arrangement:
A) The startup ecosystem in India has grown exponentially since 2014.
B) Young entrepreneurs are driving innovation across multiple sectors.
C) Government initiatives like Make in India have accelerated this growth.
D) This trend is expected to continue shaping India's economic future.
A A, C, B, D
B C, A, B, D
C A, B, C, D
D B, A, C, D
Correct Answer:  A. A, C, B, D
EXPLANATION

Introduces the growth (A), explains government support (C), describes the actors (B), and concludes with future outlook (D).

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Q.27 Medium Para Jumbles
Fill in the blank: 'The committee _____ divided on the new policy proposal.'
A are
B is
C have been
D were
Correct Answer:  B. is
EXPLANATION

Committee as a singular collective noun takes 'is'. When treated as a unit, singular verb is used.

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Q.28 Medium Para Jumbles
Identify the error in the sentence: 'Despite of the heavy rain, the match were continued.'
A 'Despite of' should be 'Despite'
B 'were' should be 'was'
C Both A and B
D No error
Correct Answer:  C. Both A and B
EXPLANATION

'Despite' is used alone without 'of', and 'match' is singular so 'was' is correct. Both errors need correction.

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Q.29 Medium Para Jumbles
Arrange the sentences in logical order:
A) Digital literacy has become essential in the modern workplace.
B) Many developing nations are investing heavily in tech education.
C) However, the gap between urban and rural areas remains significant.
D) Technology is reshaping how we work and communicate.
A D, A, B, C
B A, D, C, B
C D, B, A, C
D B, D, A, C
Correct Answer:  A. D, A, B, C
EXPLANATION

Starts with general statement about technology (D), moves to its necessity (A), then examples of investment (B), and finally acknowledges challenges (C).

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