Read the passage: 'Misinformation on digital platforms poses a significant threat to democracy. During elections, false narratives can influence voter behavior. Fact-checking organizations have emerged as crucial intermediaries. However, their reach

The correct answer is B: Current fact-checking efforts are insufficient against misinformation scale. The passage indicates fact-checkers are helpful but their 'reach remains limited' compared to misinformation spread, suggesting inadequacy.

The team's _____ progress contrasted with management's _____ expectations for Q4 2024. Which pair of antonyms best fits?

The correct answer is C: remarkable, modest. Remarkable (notable) contrasts with modest (humble expectations), creating the intended contrast.

Fill the blank: 'The _____ between the two political parties has widened considerably over the past year.'

The correct answer is B: chasm. 'Chasm' means a deep divide or gap, perfect for describing widened political differences. Other words suggest unity rather than division.

A person who practices excessive self-denial and austere living for spiritual reasons is a(n) ___.

The correct answer is A: Ascetic. Ascetic refers to someone who practices strict self-discipline and renunciation for spiritual or moral reasons.

The antonym of 'VERBOSE' is ___.

The correct answer is B: Concise. Verbose means using more words than necessary. Concise means brief and to the point, which is opposite.

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Q.71 Medium Cloze Test

Arrange in correct order: 1) The company launched its new product 2) Market response was overwhelming 3) Investors celebrated the success 4) Competitors began developing similar products

A 2, 1, 3, 4

B 1, 2, 3, 4

C 1, 3, 2, 4

D 3, 1, 2, 4

Correct Answer: B. 1, 2, 3, 4

EXPLANATION

Logical sequence: Launch (1), market response (2), investor celebration (3), competitive reaction (4).

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Q.72 Medium Cloze Test

Complete: 'The CEO's _____ approach to innovation has transformed the company's market position.'

A ephemeral

B progressive

C obsolete

D regressive

Correct Answer: B. progressive

EXPLANATION

'Progressive' means forward-thinking or advancing, which aligns with positive transformation. 'Ephemeral' means temporary, 'obsolete' and 'regressive' are negative.

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Q.73 Medium Cloze Test

Choose the word that best completes: 'The government's _____ policies have sparked considerable debate among economists.'

A judicious

B ambiguous

C contentious

D ornate

Correct Answer: C. contentious

EXPLANATION

'Contentious' means controversial or causing disagreement, which aligns with 'sparked considerable debate'. Other options don't fit contextually.

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Q.74 Medium Cloze Test

Arrange in logical order: 1) Scientists discovered a new species 2) The discovery was published in a prestigious journal 3) It was found in the Amazon rainforest 4) Further research is underway

A 1, 3, 2, 4

B 3, 1, 2, 4

C 1, 2, 3, 4

D 2, 1, 3, 4

Correct Answer: B. 3, 1, 2, 4

EXPLANATION

Logical sequence: First the location (3), then the discovery (1), then publication (2), then ongoing research (4).

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Q.75 Medium Cloze Test

Identify the error: 'The data shows that the pollution levels has increased significantly in metropolitan areas.'

A No error

B 'has' should be 'have'

C 'shows' should be 'show'

D 'increased' should be 'increase'

Correct Answer: B. 'has' should be 'have'

EXPLANATION

'Data' is a plural noun (datum is singular), so it takes 'have' instead of 'has'. Correct: 'levels have increased'.

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Q.76 Medium Cloze Test

Choose the correct sentence:

A Neither the students nor the teacher were present at the ceremony.

B Neither the students nor the teacher was present at the ceremony.

C Neither the teacher nor the students was present at the ceremony.

D Neither the students or the teacher were present at the ceremony.

Correct Answer: B. Neither the students nor the teacher was present at the ceremony.

EXPLANATION

With 'neither...nor', the verb agrees with the nearest subject. Here 'teacher' (singular) is nearest, so 'was' is correct.

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Q.77 Medium Para Jumbles

Identify the sentence with incorrect usage: A) The data provided by multiple sources substantiate the hypothesis. B) Each of the candidates bring unique qualifications to the position. C) The committee members have reached consensus on the proposal. D) Neither the scientist nor the engineer was available for the presentation.

A A

B B

C C

D D

Correct Answer: B. B

EXPLANATION

'Each' is singular, requiring 'brings' not 'bring.' Option A: 'data' can take plural verb. Options C and D are grammatically correct.

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Q.78 Medium Para Jumbles

Read the passage: 'Renewable energy sources have grown exponentially in 2024. Solar installations surpassed nuclear power generation globally for the first time. Wind energy capacity increased by 23% year-over-year, while battery storage technologies became 40% more cost-effective. These developments indicate that the transition to clean energy is accelerating faster than previously projected.' Based on the passage, what can be inferred?

A Nuclear power is becoming obsolete worldwide

B The renewable energy transition is progressing more rapidly than earlier predictions suggested

C Solar energy will completely replace all fossil fuels by 2025

D Battery storage has eliminated the need for coal power

Correct Answer: B. The renewable energy transition is progressing more rapidly than earlier predictions suggested

EXPLANATION

The passage directly states acceleration is 'faster than previously projected.' Other options overstate claims or are unsupported by the text.

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Q.79 Medium Para Jumbles

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word: 'The economist's ________ analysis of market trends proved instrumental in predicting the financial downturn.'

A superficial

B astute

C cursory

D ambiguous

Correct Answer: B. astute

EXPLANATION

Astute means sharp and intelligent judgment. Superficial and cursory imply shallow analysis, contradicting 'proved instrumental.' Ambiguous is irrelevant.

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Q.80 Medium Para Jumbles

Arrange the sentences in coherent order:
A) Blockchain technology emerged from cryptocurrency applications but has evolved far beyond digital currencies.
B) Today, industries from supply chain management to healthcare explore blockchain implementation.
C) Initially dismissed as mere speculation, blockchain now demonstrates tangible real-world applications.
D) This distributed ledger system offers transparency and security unmatched by conventional databases.

A A-D-C-B

B C-A-D-B

C A-C-D-B

D D-A-B-C

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

EXPLANATION

Logical progression: Introduce misconception (C), explain what blockchain truly is (A), describe its technical advantage (D), then mention applications (B).

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