Directions: Four alternative summaries are given below each text. Choose the option that best captures the essence of the text.
Explanation: All the details are covered in this option .
Directions: In each question, the word at the top of the table is used in four different ways. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is INCORRECT OR INAPPROPRIATE.
Choice (1) is the sentence where flag is inappropriately used. "Flag" has as one of its meanings – to become tired, or weaker; but in the context of the sentence it is not applicable.
Directions: For each of the words below, a contextual usage is provided. Pick the word from the alternatives given that is most appropriate in the given context.
Explanation: The most appropriate word is ‘veneration’ which means reverence or deep respect for someone.
Directions: Choose the correct antonym for the given word from the alternatives provided.
Explanation: Teetotaller means a person who doesn't drink.
Directions : Arrange the sentences A, B, C and D to form a logical sequence between sentences 1 and 6.
1. I was in awe of Einstein and hesitated before approaching him about some ideas I had been working on.
A. I entered his office and found him seated at a table, calculating and smoking his pipe.
B. When I finally knocked on his door, a gentle voice said, ‘come’.
C. The single word was both a welcome and a question.
D. Dressed in ill fitting clothes, his hair characteristically awry, he smiled a warm welcome.
6. His utter naturalness at once set me at ease.
Explanation: it makes a logical sequence.