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Reading Comprehension

Description: A Multiple Choice test of English Comprehension exactly on the pattern of CAT
Number of Questions: 25
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Who deal(s) with the pictures?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

As every moron knows, an ad comprises words and pictures. The word component is the domain of the copywriter and the visuals, the Art person. Interestingly, although their combined creativity, skills and crafts went into the making/creation of this ad, they functioned separately. This meant that the copywriter wrote his stuff and handed it over to the art person - usually with some guidelines - who then proceeded to visualize it in an appropriate meaningful manner. But you also came from different social stratospheres. The copywriter, usually, came from a convent/public school background, was fluent in English and totally comfortable with both the command and nuances of the language.

  1. Copywriter

  2. Moron

  3. Both (1) and (2)

  4. Art person

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Second line

How many components does an advertisement comprise?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

As every moron knows, an ad comprises words and pictures. The word component is the domain of the copywriter and the visuals, the Art person. Interestingly, although their combined creativity, skills and crafts went into the making/creation of this ad, they functioned separately. This meant that the copywriter wrote his stuff and handed it over to the art person - usually with some guidelines - who then proceeded to visualize it in an appropriate meaningful manner. But you also came from different social stratospheres. The copywriter, usually, came from a convent/public school background, was fluent in English and totally comfortable with both the command and nuances of the language.

  1. One

  2. Two

  3. Three

  4. Four

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

First line

Who deal(s) with the words?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

As every moron knows, an ad comprises words and pictures. The word component is the domain of the copywriter and the visuals, the Art person. Interestingly, although their combined creativity, skills and crafts went into the making/creation of this ad, they functioned separately. This meant that the copywriter wrote his stuff and handed it over to the art person - usually with some guidelines - who then proceeded to visualize it in an appropriate meaningful manner. But you also came from different social stratospheres. The copywriter, usually, came from a convent/public school background, was fluent in English and totally comfortable with both the command and nuances of the language.

  1. Copywriter

  2. Art person

  3. Moron

  4. Both (1) and (2)

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Second line

Who was/were better educated?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

As every moron knows, an ad comprises words and pictures. The word component is the domain of the copywriter and the visuals, the Art person. Interestingly, although their combined creativity, skills and crafts went into the making/creation of this ad, they functioned separately. This meant that the copywriter wrote his stuff and handed it over to the art person - usually with some guidelines - who then proceeded to visualize it in an appropriate meaningful manner. But you also came from different social stratospheres. The copywriter, usually, came from a convent/public school background, was fluent in English and totally comfortable with both the command and nuances of the language.

  1. Copywriter

  2. Art person

  3. Both (1) and (2)

  4. None of these

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The last line of the passage suggests the answer.

Who has a more dominating role?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

As every moron knows, an ad comprises words and pictures. The word component is the domain of the copywriter and the visuals, the Art person. Interestingly, although their combined creativity, skills and crafts went into the making/creation of this ad, they functioned separately. This meant that the copywriter wrote his stuff and handed it over to the art person - usually with some guidelines - who then proceeded to visualize it in an appropriate meaningful manner. But you also came from different social stratospheres. The copywriter, usually, came from a convent/public school background, was fluent in English and totally comfortable with both the command and nuances of the language.

  1. Copywriter

  2. Art person

  3. Moron

  4. All have equal role

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A copywriter initiates the chain and supplies the main content for the ad.

What was the reaction of the market to the stepping down of the CEO?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

With Yang stepping down as CEO, analysts believe that it has paved the way for Yahoo to knock at Microsoft’s door with an aim to achieve the desired change as Yang was the only roadblock in Microsoft-Yahoo! Deal because he repeatedly demanded for a correct price to be paid for Yahoo. Even Kagan confirms, “As Yahoo! really wants Microsoft, therefore Microsoft will now have an easy acquisition that too on better terms than originally offered." Notably, Yahoo's shares went up by 4% the day the announcement of Yang stepping down hit the markets, which surely shows that stakeholders have welcomed the move.

  1. Negative

  2. Positive

  3. Neutral

  4. Cannot say

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Last line

What does the passage discuss about?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

Chuck Feeney donated secretly, but today a whole lot of rich and powerful people are realizing the power of giving. Capitalism is metamorphosing into a new form. It’s now hip to be a philanthrocapitalist. If capitalism meant only the fittest could survive, then philanthrocapitalism makes the system work in favor of the weak and the less advantaged. From the richest man in the world, to the second richest, everybody’s giving. Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, Jeff Scott, Bill Clinton are doing their bit to change the world and make it a happy place.

  1. The power of taking

  2. The power of giving

  3. The power of believing

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The first line of the passage suggests the answer.

In capitalism,

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

Chuck Feeney donated secretly, but today a whole lot of rich and powerful people are realizing the power of giving. Capitalism is metamorphosing into a new form. It’s now hip to be a philanthrocapitalist. If capitalism meant only the fittest could survive, then philanthrocapitalism makes the system work in favor of the weak and the less advantaged. From the richest man in the world, to the second richest, everybody’s giving. Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, Jeff Scott, Bill Clinton are doing their bit to change the world and make it a happy place.

  1. only the poor survive

  2. nobody survives

  3. the strongest survives

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Fourth line of the passage suggests the answer.

Yahoo will now initiate for a merger and acquisition deal.

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

With Yang stepping down as CEO, analysts believe that it has paved the way for Yahoo to knock at Microsoft’s door with an aim to achieve the desired change as Yang was the only roadblock in Microsoft-Yahoo! Deal because he repeatedly demanded for a correct price to be paid for Yahoo. Even Kagan confirms, “As Yahoo! really wants Microsoft, therefore Microsoft will now have an easy acquisition that too on better terms than originally offered." Notably, Yahoo's shares went up by 4% the day the announcement of Yang stepping down hit the markets, which surely shows that stakeholders have welcomed the move.

  1. True

  2. False

  3. Cannot say

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Last 2nd line

According to the passage

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

Wanna look cool with friends while partying, yet don’t want to touch alcohol, because dad’s going to be hopping mad and you get back home. Well, this apple drink with a fizz promise’s to fool your friends, make your dad happy, while allowing you to still seem coolest guy in the party. A winner from the stable of Parle Agro, Appy Fizz, normally looks like bubbly alcohol, but also doesn’t punch your pocket. Quite a deal! Recently, Appy Fizz underwent a change in Avtaar.

  1. drinking alcohol is prevailing in parties

  2. Appy Fizz is a cold drink

  3. it's important to care for the sentiments of parents

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D

Chuck Feeney donated

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

Chuck Feeney donated secretly, but today a whole lot of rich and powerful people are realizing the power of giving. Capitalism is metamorphosing into a new form. It’s now hip to be a philanthrocapitalist. If capitalism meant only the fittest could survive, then philanthrocapitalism makes the system work in favor of the weak and the less advantaged. From the richest man in the world, to the second richest, everybody’s giving. Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, Jeff Scott, Bill Clinton are doing their bit to change the world and make it a happy place.

  1. publicly

  2. secretly

  3. Both (1) and (2)

  4. None of these

Show answer
Correct Option: B
Explanation:

First line of the passage suggests the answer.

Appy Fizz belongs to

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

Wanna look cool with friends while partying, yet don’t want to touch alcohol, because dad’s going to be hopping mad and you get back home. Well, this apple drink with a fizz promise’s to fool your friends, make your dad happy, while allowing you to still seem coolest guy in the party. A winner from the stable of Parle Agro, Appy Fizz, normally looks like bubbly alcohol, but also doesn’t punch your pocket. Quite a deal! Recently, Appy Fizz underwent a change in Avtaar.

  1. Alcohal

  2. Parle Agro

  3. Nestle

  4. HUL

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Correct Option: B

According to the passage, Appy Fizz as compared to alcohol

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

Wanna look cool with friends while partying, yet don’t want to touch alcohol, because dad’s going to be hopping mad and you get back home. Well, this apple drink with a fizz promise’s to fool your friends, make your dad happy, while allowing you to still seem coolest guy in the party. A winner from the stable of Parle Agro, Appy Fizz, normally looks like bubbly alcohol, but also doesn’t punch your pocket. Quite a deal! Recently, Appy Fizz underwent a change in Avtaar.

  1. is cheaper

  2. is costly

  3. has the same price

  4. None of these

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Correct Option: A

The U.S. auto market is badly affected.

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

So is the worst happening in India? Well, not really. The situation for auto players in India looks far better than in other global markets. As in the United States, the bailout package from the fed and survival strategies for the auto majors has been the hottest topic of debate from the past many days. The good news is that there are still some players in the Indian market which are insulated from the global heat stroke. Surprised? Sample is: Yamaha with the launch of its R15 and FZ16 made the most of the rather cold summer for its competitors and successfully captured significant market share in the premium category.

  1. True

  2. False

  3. Cannot say

  4. None of these

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

"As in the United States, the bailout package from the fed and survival strategies for the auto majors has been the hottest topic of debate from the past many days."

According to the passage which Indian company is performing better than others?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

So is the worst happening in India? Well, not really. The situation for auto players in India looks far better than in other global markets. As in the United States, the bailout package from the fed and survival strategies for the auto majors has been the hottest topic of debate from the past many days. The good news is that there are still some players in the Indian market which are insulated from the global heat stroke. Surprised? Sample is: Yamaha with the launch of its R15 and FZ16 made the most of the rather cold summer for its competitors and successfully captured significant market share in the premium category.

  1. TVS

  2. Yamaha

  3. Cannot say

  4. None of these

Show answer
Correct Option: B
Explanation:

"Yamaha with the launch of its R15 and FZ16 made the most of the rather cold summer for its competitors and successfully captured significant market share."

According to the passage, which of the following is/are true?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

Wanna look cool with friends while partying, yet don’t want to touch alcohol, because dad’s going to be hopping mad and you get back home. Well, this apple drink with a fizz promise’s to fool your friends, make your dad happy, while allowing you to still seem coolest guy in the party. A winner from the stable of Parle Agro, Appy Fizz, normally looks like bubbly alcohol, but also doesn’t punch your pocket. Quite a deal! Recently, Appy Fizz underwent a change in Avtaar.

  1. It's important to drink alcohol in parties.

  2. It's important to look cool at parties.

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. None of these

Show answer
Correct Option: B

India is the worst affected auto market in the world.

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

So is the worst happening in India? Well, not really. The situation for auto players in India looks far better than in other global markets. As in the United States, the bailout package from the fed and survival strategies for the auto majors has been the hottest topic of debate from the past many days. The good news is that there are still some players in the Indian market which are insulated from the global heat stroke. Surprised? Sample is: Yamaha with the launch of its R15 and FZ16 made the most of the rather cold summer for its competitors and successfully captured significant market share in the premium category.

  1. True

  2. False

  3. Cannot say

  4. None of these

Show answer
Correct Option: B
Explanation:

"So is the worst happening in India? Well, not really."

According to the passage, which of the following is true?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

Wanna look cool with friends while partying, yet don’t want to touch alcohol, because dad’s going to be hopping mad and you get back home. Well, this apple drink with a fizz promise’s to fool your friends, make your dad happy, while allowing you to still seem coolest guy in the party. A winner from the stable of Parle Agro, Appy Fizz, normally looks like bubbly alcohol, but also doesn’t punch your pocket. Quite a deal! Recently, Appy Fizz underwent a change in Avtaar.

  1. Appy Fizz has a new Avtaar.

  2. Appy Fizz is old fashioned.

  3. Appy Fizz seldom changes.

  4. None of these

Show answer
Correct Option: A

According to the passage, name the Indian company/companies that is/are performing badly.

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

So is the worst happening in India? Well, not really. The situation for auto players in India looks far better than in other global markets. As in the United States, the bailout package from the fed and survival strategies for the auto majors has been the hottest topic of debate from the past many days. The good news is that there are still some players in the Indian market which are insulated from the global heat stroke. Surprised? Sample is: Yamaha with the launch of its R15 and FZ16 made the most of the rather cold summer for its competitors and successfully captured significant market share in the premium category.

  1. TVS

  2. Yamaha

  3. Cannot say

  4. Both (1) and (2)

Show answer
Correct Option: C
Explanation:

No such names are mentioned in the text.

Which of the following is/are true?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

With Yang stepping down as CEO, analysts believe that it has paved the way for Yahoo to knock at Microsoft’s door with an aim to achieve the desired change as Yang was the only roadblock in Microsoft-Yahoo! Deal because he repeatedly demanded for a correct price to be paid for Yahoo. Even Kagan confirms, “As Yahoo! really wants Microsoft, therefore Microsoft will now have an easy acquisition that too on better terms than originally offered." Notably, Yahoo's shares went up by 4% the day the announcement of Yang stepping down hit the markets, which surely shows that stakeholders have welcomed the move.

  1. Yang is the CEO of Yahoo Corporation.

  2. Yang is stepping down as the CEO of Yahoo.

  3. Yang was against the acquisition.

  4. All of the above

Show answer
Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All are true.

In philanthrocapitalism,

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

Chuck Feeney donated secretly, but today a whole lot of rich and powerful people are realizing the power of giving. Capitalism is metamorphosing into a new form. It’s now hip to be a philanthrocapitalist. If capitalism meant only the fittest could survive, then philanthrocapitalism makes the system work in favor of the weak and the less advantaged. From the richest man in the world, to the second richest, everybody’s giving. Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, Jeff Scott, Bill Clinton are doing their bit to change the world and make it a happy place.

  1. only the poor survive

  2. nobody survives

  3. the strongest survives

  4. the weak survive

Show answer
Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fourth line of the passage suggests the answer.

According to the passage which of the following is/are true?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

So is the worst happening in India? Well, not really. The situation for auto players in India looks far better than in other global markets. As in the United States, the bailout package from the fed and survival strategies for the auto majors has been the hottest topic of debate from the past many days. The good news is that there are still some players in the Indian market which are insulated from the global heat stroke. Surprised? Sample is: Yamaha with the launch of its R15 and FZ16 made the most of the rather cold summer for its competitors and successfully captured significant market share in the premium category.

  1. U.S. automakers are encrypted bankrupt.

  2. U.S. automakers need revival package.

  3. U.S. automakers are healthy.

  4. All of the above

Show answer
Correct Option: B
Explanation:

"As in the United States, the bailout package from the fed and survival strategies for the auto majors has been the hottest topic"

What does the word 'metamorphosing' mean as used in the passage?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

Chuck Feeney donated secretly, but today a whole lot of rich and powerful people are realizing the power of giving. Capitalism is metamorphosing into a new form. It’s now hip to be a philanthrocapitalist. If capitalism meant only the fittest could survive, then philanthrocapitalism makes the system work in favor of the weak and the less advantaged. From the richest man in the world, to the second richest, everybody’s giving. Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, Jeff Scott, Bill Clinton are doing their bit to change the world and make it a happy place.

  1. Transforming

  2. Cleaning

  3. Criticising

  4. Concluding

Show answer
Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Here 'metamorphosing' means changing or transforming completely in form or nature.

Who stand(s) to gain from the CEO stepping down?

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

With Yang stepping down as CEO, analysts believe that it has paved the way for Yahoo to knock at Microsoft’s door with an aim to achieve the desired change as Yang was the only roadblock in Microsoft-Yahoo! Deal because he repeatedly demanded for a correct price to be paid for Yahoo. Even Kagan confirms, “As Yahoo! really wants Microsoft, therefore Microsoft will now have an easy acquisition that too on better terms than originally offered." Notably, Yahoo's shares went up by 4% the day the announcement of Yang stepping down hit the markets, which surely shows that stakeholders have welcomed the move.

  1. Yahoo

  2. Microsoft

  3. Both (1) and (2)

  4. Stockholders

Show answer
Correct Option: B
Explanation:

First line of the passage suggests the answer.

Yahoo's shares gained 4%

Directions: Read the passage and answer the following question:

With Yang stepping down as CEO, analysts believe that it has paved the way for Yahoo to knock at Microsoft’s door with an aim to achieve the desired change as Yang was the only roadblock in Microsoft-Yahoo! Deal because he repeatedly demanded for a correct price to be paid for Yahoo. Even Kagan confirms, “As Yahoo! really wants Microsoft, therefore Microsoft will now have an easy acquisition that too on better terms than originally offered." Notably, Yahoo's shares went up by 4% the day the announcement of Yang stepping down hit the markets, which surely shows that stakeholders have welcomed the move.

  1. in one week

  2. in a day

  3. in a month

  4. Cannot say

Show answer
Correct Option: B
Explanation:

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