Govt. Exams
Entrance Exams
'Erstwhile' means former/previous; 'counterproductive' means ineffective; 'superseded' means replaced. The passage indicates old policies were replaced by newer, more liberal trade approaches.
'Impeded' (hindered) fits logically with tensions slowing growth, and 'facilitate' (promote) fits with promoting diplomatic solutions. The context suggests negative consequences followed by solutions.
A) The latest census data indicates that urbanization rates have increased significantly.
B) Neither of the candidates were suitable for the senior position.
C) The team are divided on their approach to the marketing strategy.
Sentence B is incorrect. 'Neither...were' should be 'Neither...was' as 'neither' is singular. Sentence A is correct (data can be plural). Sentence C is acceptable in British English where collective nouns can take plural verbs.
A) The project encountered unexpected technical challenges.
B) The team successfully completed the project ahead of schedule.
C) Management allocated additional resources to resolve the issues.
D) Despite the obstacles, the deadline was met.
The correct sequence is:
Logical flow: First challenges occurred (A), then resources were allocated (C), then despite obstacles the deadline was met (D), and finally the project was completed early (B).
Perspicacious means having keen insight and discernment. Keen-sighted and discerning captures this meaning of sharp perception.
Authenticity (being genuine) would prove historical significance, whereas fragility, rarity, or location alone would not necessarily do so.
The passage states damage is 'inevitable' without intervention, implying it cannot be prevented, contradicting the idea that early action can prevent it.
The comparison should be parallel: either 'traditional classroom' or 'traditional classrooms' (plural) for consistency.
