Correct the sentence: 'The marketing department has been working hardly to meet the deadline.'
Answer: A
'hard' is the adverb form, not 'hardly'. 'Hardly' means 'scarcely', while 'hard' means 'with effort'.
Q.62Easy
Cloze Test: 'Renewable energy sources have become increasingly _____ as countries strive to reduce carbon emissions.'
Answer: A
'Prevalent' means widespread and common. It fits the context that renewable energy is becoming more widespread as countries focus on emissions reduction.
Q.63Easy
What does 'pragmatic' mean in: 'The government adopted a pragmatic approach to economic policy.'
Answer: B
Pragmatic refers to a practical, realistic approach based on actual circumstances rather than theory.
Q.64Easy
Read the passage: 'Artificial Intelligence has revolutionized various sectors including healthcare, finance, and education. AI-powered diagnostic tools have improved patient outcomes significantly. However, concerns about data privacy and job displacement remain prevalent.' What is the primary concern discussed in the passage?
Answer: B
The passage explicitly mentions 'concerns about data privacy and job displacement remain prevalent' while acknowledging AI benefits. Option B accurately captures both aspects.
Q.65Easy
Correct the sentence: 'The startup's innovative approach to solving problems have attracted investors from multiple countries.'
Answer: A
'The startup's approach' is singular, requiring 'has' instead of 'have'. The subject is 'approach' (singular), not 'countries'.
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Q.66Easy
Read the passage: 'Gig economy workers face significant challenges including lack of employment benefits, job insecurity, and irregular income streams. However, this model provides flexibility and entrepreneurial opportunities. Recent policy changes in 2024 have started addressing worker protections.' Which statement is NOT supported by the passage?
Answer: A
The passage explicitly states 'lack of employment benefits' as a challenge, making option A unsupported. Other options are directly mentioned or implied in the text.
Q.67Easy
Which word is the closest synonym for 'ephemeral'?
Answer: B
Ephemeral means short-lived or temporary. Transient has the same meaning.
Q.68Easy
Read the passage and answer: 'Climate change poses unprecedented challenges to global agriculture. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall patterns, and extreme weather events threaten crop yields.' What is the main idea?
Answer: B
The passage clearly states that climate change poses challenges and threatens crop yields in agriculture.
Q.69Easy
Fill in the blank: 'The CEO's decision to _____ the new policy was met with both praise and criticism.'
Answer: A
After 'to' (infinitive marker), use the base form of the verb 'implement', not its other forms.
Q.70Easy
Which option best completes the sentence? 'His _____ approach to problem-solving made him indispensable to the team.'
Answer: A
An adjective is needed to describe 'approach'. 'Innovative' is the correct adjective form.
Q.71Easy
Choose the correct word: 'The _____ between the two nations led to diplomatic tensions.'
Answer: A
'Dispute' (disagreement) fits the context of diplomatic tensions. The others don't convey the right meaning.
Q.72Easy
Identify the error: 'Despite of the challenges faced, the team completed the project on schedule.'
Answer: A
'Despite' is a preposition that doesn't require 'of'. The correct forms are either 'Despite the challenges' or 'In spite of the challenges'.
Q.73Easy
Read the passage and answer: 'Digital literacy has become as fundamental as traditional literacy in contemporary society. Young professionals who lack basic digital competencies find themselves disadvantaged in the job market. However, initiatives like DIKSHA and e-learning platforms have democratized access to digital skills training.' What is the main idea?
Answer: A
The passage emphasizes digital literacy's importance and mentions initiatives improving access. Options B, C, and D are either overstated or unsupported by the text.
Q.74Easy
Identify the grammatical error: 'The data suggests that neither of the proposals are viable for long-term implementation.'
Answer: A
'Neither' is singular and requires singular verb 'is'. The construction 'neither of the proposals' takes singular agreement.
Q.75Easy
Which option best completes: 'The researcher's hypothesis _____ by subsequent experiments.'
Answer: B
The sentence requires past passive voice to show the hypothesis was confirmed by past experiments. 'Was validated' is the correct form.
Q.76Easy
Identify the error: 'Each of the candidates have submitted their application forms before the deadline yesterday.'
Answer: A
'Each' is singular and requires 'has'. The pronoun 'their' is also incorrect; should be 'his/her' or restructure to plural.
Q.77Easy
Correct the sentence: 'Despite of being qualified, she was rejected for the position.'
Answer: A
'Despite' is a preposition and doesn't pair with 'of'. Correct form is 'Despite being qualified' or 'In spite of her qualifications'.
Q.78Easy
Identify the error in the following sentence: 'The committee have decided to postpone the meeting due to unforeseen circumstances.'
Answer: B
Committee is a collective noun that takes a singular verb in Indian English. The correct form is 'The committee has decided.'
Q.79Easy
Read the passage and answer: 'India's renewable energy capacity has surpassed 200 GW in 2024, making it the fourth largest producer globally. The government's ambitious target is to achieve 500 GW by 2030.' What can be inferred?
Answer: B
The passage shows India has reached 200 GW and aims for 500 GW, indicating steady progress. The word 'ambitious target' suggests effort towards the goal, not certainty.
Q.80Easy
Select the word that best fits: 'The minister's _____ on digital literacy has transformed educational policies across states.'
Answer: A
'Emphasis' alone works perfectly here. 'Emphasis on' would require restructuring. Other options are grammatically awkward.
