Directions: In the given question, a sentence is divided into three parts (A), (B) and (C). One of these parts may have an error. Mark that part as your answer. If the sentence is correct as given, mark your answer as (D).

Talent is (A)/ not acquired (B)/ and is inborn. (C)/ No error (D)

Directions: In the given question, a sentence is divided into three parts (A), (B) and (C). One of these parts may have an error. Mark that part as your answer. If the sentence is correct as given, mark your answer as (D).

You must (A)/ check your expenses (B)/ after it is too late. (C)/ No error (D)

Directions: In the given question, a sentence is divided into three parts (A), (B) and (C). One of these parts may have an error. Mark that part as your answer. If the sentence is correct as given, mark your answer as (D).

I shall (A)/ deal in (B)/ him later. (C)/ No error (D)

Directions: In the given question, a sentence is divided into three parts (A), (B) and (C). One of these parts may have an error. Mark that part as your answer. If the sentence is correct as given, mark your answer as (D).

Nobody was (A)/ listening to (B)/ his tail of woe. (C)/ No error (D)

Directions: In the given question, a sentence is divided into three parts (A), (B) and (C). One of these parts may have an error. Mark that part as your answer. If the sentence is correct as given, mark your answer as (D).

Please fill up (A)/ these form (B)/ and give it back to me. (C)/ No error (D)

Directions: In this question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with appropriate word(s). Choose the correct alternative out of the four given alternatives.

There was not ________ water in the jug.

Directions: In this question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with appropriate word(s). Choose the correct alternative out of the four given alternatives.

The quality of these apples _____ good.

Directions: In this question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Choose the correct alternative out of the four given alternatives.

I shall stand by you _______ thick and thin.

Directions: In this question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Choose the correct alternative out of the four given alternatives.

You can buy this mobile from _______ stores across the country.

Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.

Abolish

Directions: In this question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Choose the correct alternative out of the four given alternatives.

She resembles _________ her mother.

Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.

Admonish

Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which is opposite in meaning to the given word.

Lavish

Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which is correctly spelt.

Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which is opposite in meaning to the given word.

Repel

Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which is correctly spelt.

Directions: Choose the correct alternative for the underlined part.

The project will not be completed as the two brothers are working at cross purposes.

Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words.

A backstage room in a theatre where performers may rest or receive visitors

Directions: In this question, four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.

If you rub me the wrong way, I am bound to react.

Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words.

A book of accounts showing debits and credits

Directions: In this question, out of the four given alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given words.

Art of judging character using facial features

Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is option (4).

Life in earth is no more as simple as it used to be.

Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is option (4).

The man is known for his elegance.

Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Active/Passive voice.

You must take this medicine.

Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Active/Passive voice.

I can write a book on grammar.

Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Active/Passive voice.

We have taken the initiative.

Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Active/Passive voice.

Did he write a letter to his sister?

Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Direct/Indirect form.

He said to me, ”Why did you insult me?”

Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Direct/Indirect form.

The teacher said, “I am busy now.”

Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Direct/Indirect form.

He said to me, “Do you play chess?”

Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Direct/Indirect form.

The teacher said to the students, “Sit down.”

Directions: In this question, the first and the last sentences/parts of the passage/sentences are numbered S1 and S2. The rest of the passage/sentences are split into four parts and named P, Q, R, S. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Read the passage or sentences and find out which of the four combinations is correct.

S1. I went on a visit to South-East Asia in the early eighties.

P. I was impressed by smart Thai girls. Q. They did all types of work, from filling petrol to servicing and washing cars. R. They were clad in jeans. S. I was inspired.

S2. I introduced the concept at home.

Directions: In this question, the first and the last sentences/parts of the passage/sentences are numbered S1 and S2. The rest of the passage/sentences are split into four parts and named P, Q, R, S. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Read the passage or sentences and find out which of the four combinations is correct.

S1. The invention of printing is a milestone in the history of civilisation.

P. In the Middle ages all books were copied by hand. Q. Now, anyone could possess copies of great classics. R. Books were hence rare and costly. S. After1460, printing made a plentiful supply of books possible.

S2. With this invention to aid, new ideas spread all over Europe.

Directions: In this question, the first and the last sentences/parts of the passage/sentence are numbered S1 and S2. The rest of the passage/sentence is split into four parts and named P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Read the passage/sentence and find out which of the four combinations is correct.

S1. Taking a photograph with a camera is an art.

P. First we load the camera with the film carefully. Q. Then we operate the advance lever to bring the film to the correct number and set the aperture. R. Next we observe the correct distance and focus the lens on the person or object to be photographed. S. When we are satisfied with everything, we remove the shutter cap and replace the shutter.

S2. In case we do not go through the whole process, the snap may be spoilt.

Directions: In this question, the first and the last sentences/parts of the passage/sentence are numbered S1 and S2. The rest of the passage/sentence is split into four parts and named P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Read the passage/sentence and find out which of the four combinations is correct.

S1. An official release said that

P. the families below the poverty line, issuance of special cards to Q. the centre has issued guidelines covering 12 points R. with emphasis on the proper identification of S. for the successful implementation of the TPDS

S2. the identified families and setting up of vigilance committees.

Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Active/Passive voice.

Some boys were helping the wounded woman.

Directions: In this question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect form. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Direct/Indirect form.

He said to Raman, “I can easily beat you in the 200 m race."

Fill blank (ii).

Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer to the question out of the four alternatives and fill in the blank. 

The relations between India and Pakistan have always been ____(i)____. The very birth of Pakistan was ____(ii)____ by a lot of bloodshed and communal ____(iii)____. India was broken up ____(iv)____ the units - India and Pakistan. Pakistan was then made up of west Pakistan and east Pakistan. In course of time, east Pakistan raised a banner of ____(v)____ and got an independent status in the form of Bangladesh. The present Pakistan is thus a truncated Pakistan.

Fill blank (iii).

Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer to the question out of the four alternatives and fill in the blank. 

The relations between India and Pakistan have always been ____(i)____. The very birth of Pakistan was ____(ii)____ by a lot of bloodshed and communal ____(iii)____. India was broken up ____(iv)____ the units - India and Pakistan. Pakistan was then made up of west Pakistan and east Pakistan. In course of time, east Pakistan raised a banner of ____(v)____ and got an independent status in the form of Bangladesh. The present Pakistan is thus a truncated Pakistan.

Fill blank (v).

Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer to the question out of the four alternatives and fill in the blank. 

The relations between India and Pakistan have always been ____(i)____. The very birth of Pakistan was ____(ii)____ by a lot of bloodshed and communal ____(iii)____. India was broken up ____(iv)____ the units - India and Pakistan. Pakistan was then made up of west Pakistan and east Pakistan. In course of time, east Pakistan raised a banner of ____(v)____ and got an independent status in the form of Bangladesh. The present Pakistan is thus a truncated Pakistan.

Fill blank (i).

Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer to the question out of the four alternatives and fill in the blank. 

The relations between India and Pakistan have always been ____(i)____. The very birth of Pakistan was ____(ii)____ by a lot of bloodshed and communal ____(iii)____. India was broken up ____(iv)____ the units - India and Pakistan. Pakistan was then made up of west Pakistan and east Pakistan. In course of time, east Pakistan raised a banner of ____(v)____ and got an independent status in the form of Bangladesh. The present Pakistan is thus a truncated Pakistan.

Fill blank (iv).

Directions: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer to the question out of the four alternatives and fill in the blank. 

The relations between India and Pakistan have always been ____(i)____. The very birth of Pakistan was ____(ii)____ by a lot of bloodshed and communal ____(iii)____. India was broken up ____(iv)____ the units - India and Pakistan. Pakistan was then made up of west Pakistan and east Pakistan. In course of time, east Pakistan raised a banner of ____(v)____ and got an independent status in the form of Bangladesh. The present Pakistan is thus a truncated Pakistan.

The girl laughed at

Directions: Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to the given question out of the four alternatives.

It was not the first or the second time; I found that the two had met. The Cabuliwallah had overcome the child's first terror by a judicious bribery of nuts and almonds and the two were now good friends. They had many quaint jokes which afforded them much amusement. Seated in front of him, looking down on his gigantic frame in all her tiny dignity, Mini would ripple her face with laughter and begin, “Oh, Cabuliwallah! Cabuliwallah! What have you got in your bag?”

Bribe in the passage has been used by the Cabuliwallah

Directions: Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to the given question out of the four alternatives.

It was not the first or the second time; I found that the two had met. The Cabuliwallah had overcome the child's first terror by a judicious bribery of nuts and almonds and the two were now good friends. They had many quaint jokes which afforded them much amusement. Seated in front of him, looking down on his gigantic frame in all her tiny dignity, Mini would ripple her face with laughter and begin, “Oh, Cabuliwallah! Cabuliwallah! What have you got in your bag?”

According to the narrator, the child and the Cabuliwallah had met

Directions: Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to the given question out of the four alternatives.

It was not the first or the second time; I found that the two had met. The Cabuliwallah had overcome the child's first terror by a judicious bribery of nuts and almonds and the two were now good friends. They had many quaint jokes which afforded them much amusement. Seated in front of him, looking down on his gigantic frame in all her tiny dignity, Mini would ripple her face with laughter and begin, “Oh, Cabuliwallah! Cabuliwallah! What have you got in your bag?”

'Quaint jokes' mean

Directions: Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to the given question out of the four alternatives.

It was not the first or the second time; I found that the two had met. The Cabuliwallah had overcome the child's first terror by a judicious bribery of nuts and almonds and the two were now good friends. They had many quaint jokes which afforded them much amusement. Seated in front of him, looking down on his gigantic frame in all her tiny dignity, Mini would ripple her face with laughter and begin, “Oh, Cabuliwallah! Cabuliwallah! What have you got in your bag?”

The word 'gigantic' implies

Directions: Read the passage carefully and choose the best answer to the given question out of the four alternatives.

It was not the first or the second time; I found that the two had met. The Cabuliwallah had overcome the child's first terror by a judicious bribery of nuts and almonds and the two were now good friends. They had many quaint jokes which afforded them much amusement. Seated in front of him, looking down on his gigantic frame in all her tiny dignity, Mini would ripple her face with laughter and begin, “Oh, Cabuliwallah! Cabuliwallah! What have you got in your bag?”

Directions: In this question, the first and the last parts of the sentence are numbered S1 and S2, respectively. The rest of the sentence is split into four parts and named P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in their proper order. Read the sentence and find out which of the four combinations is correct.

S1. When all the members were seated,

P. during the previous year Q. the secretary came to the dais R. and read out the report S. detailing the activities of the organisation

S2. and plans for the coming year.

Directions: In this question, the first and the last sentences are numbered S1 and S2, respectively. The rest of the passage/sentence is split into four parts and named P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in a proper order. Read the sentences and find out which of the four combinations is correct.

S1. A special programme to

P. development processes to meet the requirement of Q. would be necessary till such a day R. that enough jobs are created through the S. guarantee work to the unemployed

S2. those seeking a means of livelihood.

Directions: Four alternatives are given for the idiom/phrase underlined in the sentence. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.

He was completely at sea about the cause of her death.