The correct answer is “QSRP”.

Key Points

• The sentence in Q introduces the topic by discussing the initial skepticism surrounding cryptocurrencies, making it a logical starting point after S1. It provides background on the early stages of cryptocurrency and sets the stage for further discussion.
• Following the initial skepticism, S logically progresses the narrative by describing how cryptocurrencies began to gain acceptance. This shift from skepticism to acceptance is a key aspect of the story of cryptocurrencies.
• With increased acceptance highlighted in S, R naturally follows by mentioning the governments' recognition of the need for regulation. This reflects a progression towards institutional acknowledgment and the steps towards integrating cryptocurrencies into the formal financial system.
• After discussing the regulatory aspect, P broadens the scope to a global perspective, where countries consider adopting digital currencies. This follows from the narrative of growing acceptance and the need for regulation, leading to the consideration of cryptocurrencies at a national policy level.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Option 2’.

The correct answer is '(C) and (B)'.

Key Points

• Both 'many' and 'many a' convey the same meaning that is "a large number of". The only difference is that 'many' is used with countable plural nouns followed by plural verb while 'many a' is followed by a singular countable noun and takes a singular verb with it. 
  • ​Ex: Many boys have attended the seminar.
  • Ex: Many a girl was absent from the seminar.
• ​Sentence (A) is grammatically INCORRECT.
  • 'Many a' is followed by a singular countable noun, but 'plays' is a plural noun.
• Sentence (B) is grammatically CORRECT.
  • 'Many' has been followed by a plural countable noun 'plays' and then followed by a plural verb 'were'.
• Sentence (C) is grammatically CORRECT.
  • 'Many a' has been followed by a singular countable noun 'play' and then followed by a singular verb 'was'.
• Sentence (D) is grammatically INCORRECT.
  • ​'Many' has been followed by a plural countable noun 'plays' but then followed by a singular verb 'was', which is wrong.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2).

The correct answer is 'The more they earn, the more they spend.'

Key Points

• Let’s examine the sentence:
  • “The more they earn, more they spend.”
    • The second clause of the sentence is imitating the structure of the first clause with the only difference being in the action verbs.
    • Hence, the second clause would also have the article “the” before “more.”
• So, the improved sentence would be, “The more they earn, the more they spend.”

Additional Information

• The meaning of the word 'spend' is to give or pay money for something.
  • Example: How much do you spend on your shoes?

• ​आइए वाक्य की जांच करें:
  • “The more they earn, more they spend.”
    • वाक्य का दूसरा खंड पहले खंड की संरचना की नकल कर रहा है, जिसमें केवल क्रिया क्रियाओं में अंतर है।
    • इसलिए, दूसरे खंड में “more” से पहले article ''the'' भी होगा।

The correct answer is 'collect'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate word for the given fill in blank is 'collect'. 
• The word 'collect' means to bring something together from different places or over a period of time. 
  • Example: These china ornaments just collect dust.
• Here, 'collect a lot of water' means to bring together a lot of water from different places. 
• Therefore, by reading the above explanation we find that the correct answer is Option 1. 

Correct Sentence:  "A dam is built across a river at sites where one can collect a lot of water..."

Hinglish

• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिए सर्वाधिक उपयुक्त शब्द है 'collect'.
• शब्द 'collect' का मतलब है विभिन्न स्थानों से या समय की अवधि में किसी चीज को एक साथ लाना।
  • उदाहरण: ये चीन के गहने सिर्फ धूल जमा (collect) करते हैं.
• यहां, 'collect a lot of water' मतलब अलग-अलग जगहों से ढेर सारा पानी एक साथ लाना।
• इसलिए, उपरोक्त स्पष्टीकरण को पढ़कर हम पाते हैं कि सही उत्तर है Option 1.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning and examples of the other words:

• Therefore, by reading the above explanation we find that the correct answer is Option 1.

The correct answer is 'a'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate article for the given fill in the blank is 'a'.
• A/an and the are articles. They are a type of determiner and they go before a noun.
• A/an before a noun shows that what is referred to is not already known to the speaker, listener, writer, and/or reader (it is the indefinite article). 
• In speaking, we use 'a' before a consonant sound.
• In the given question 'reservoir' starts with a consonant.
• Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

Correct Sentence: "This forms a reservoir and as the water collects..."

Hinglish

• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिए सबसे उपयुक्त लेख है 'a'.
• A/an and the लेख हैं। वे एक प्रकार के निर्धारक हैं और वे संज्ञा से पहले जाते हैं।
• A/an एक संज्ञा से पहले यह दर्शाता है कि जिसे संदर्भित किया गया है वह पहले से ही वक्ता, श्रोता, लेखक और / या पाठक को ज्ञात नहीं है (यह अनिश्चित लेख है)।
• बोलचाल में हम व्यंजन ध्वनि से पहले 'a' का प्रयोग करते हैं।
• दिए गए प्रश्न में 'reservoir' एक व्यंजन से शुरू होता है।
• इसलिए, सही उत्तर है Option 1.

The correct answer is 'submerges'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate word for the given fill in blank is 'submerges'. 
• The word 'submerge' means 'to go below or make something go below the surface of the sea or a river or lake'. 
  • Example: The submarine submerged when enemy planes were sighted.
• Here, in the given fill in the blank 'submerge' means that a large surface area is covered by water. 
• Therefore, by reading the above explanation we find that the correct answer is Option 4. 

Correct Sentence: "it submerges vast areas of land..."

Hinglish

• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिए सर्वाधिक उपयुक्त शब्द है 'submerges'.
• शब्द 'submerge' इसका अर्थ है 'नीचे जाना या समुद्र या नदी या झील की सतह के नीचे कुछ जाना'।
  • उदाहरण: दुश्मन के विमानों को देखते ही पनडुब्बी जलमग्न (submerged) हो गई।
• यहाँ, दिए गए रिक्त स्थान में 'submerge' का अर्थ है कि एक बड़ा सतह क्षेत्र पानी से ढका हुआ है।
• इसलिए, उपरोक्त स्पष्टीकरण को पढ़कर हम पाते हैं कि सही उत्तर है Option 4.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning and examples of the other words:

The correct answer is 'because'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate word for the given fill in blank is 'because'. 
• When we use 'because' we are focusing on the reason. 
  • Example: She spoke quietly because she didn’t want Catherine to hear.
• Here, the word 'because' is used to focus upon the reason that 'the wall of the dam across the river is high'. 
• Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Correct Sentence: "This is because the wall of the dam across the river..."

Hinglish

• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिए सर्वाधिक उपयुक्त शब्द है 'because'.
• जब हम उपयोग करते हैं 'because' हम कारण पर ध्यान केंद्रित कर रहे हैं।
  • उदाहरण: वह चुपचाप बोली because वह नहीं चाहती थी कि कैथरीन सुने।
• यहाँ, शब्द 'because' इस कारण पर ध्यान केंद्रित करने के लिए प्रयोग किया जाता है कि 'नदी के पार बांध की दीवार ऊंची है'।
• इसलिए, सही उत्तर है Option 3.

The correct answer is 'water'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate word for the given fill in blank is 'water'. 
• The word 'dam' means 'collection the water, especially to make a reservoir (= an artificial lake) that provides water for an area'.  
• We know that 'water' spreads over a large area in a 'dam'. 
• Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4. 

Correct Sentence: " the river is high and the water spreads over a large area..."

Hinglish

• रिक्त स्थान की पूर्ति के लिए सर्वाधिक उपयुक्त शब्द है 'water'.
• शब्द 'dam' का अर्थ है 'पानी का संग्रह, विशेष रूप से एक जलाशय (= एक कृत्रिम झील) बनाने के लिए जो एक क्षेत्र के लिए पानी प्रदान करता है'।
• हम वह जानते हैं 'water' एक 'dam' में एक बड़े क्षेत्र में फैला हुआ है।
• अतः सही उत्तर Option 4 है।

Key Points

• The phrase "unless they are hungry" correctly completes the sentence by providing a condition that must not be met for the action (attack) to occur.
• The word 'unless' introduces a conditional clause, indicating that the action mentioned (tigers attacking) will not happen unless the condition (being hungry) is fulfilled.
• The use of 'unless' implies a specific condition that contradicts the main clause, making it the most appropriate choice for the blank.
• Other options like 'because', 'if', and 'although' do not correctly convey the intended meaning of the sentence, which is about a condition preventing an action unless it is met.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

Correct sentence: Tigers won't attack unless they are hungry.

Additional Information

• Because is used to give a reason for something, which does not fit the conditional nature of the sentence.
• If introduces a condition but lacks the exclusive context that 'unless' provides, suggesting that the action might happen under other conditions as well.
• Although introduces a contrast or exception, which does not align with the conditional requirement of the sentence.

The correct answer is: Dark

Key Points

• Lucid refers to something that is expressed clearly and is easy to comprehend. (स्पष्ट अर्थ)
  • Example: His lucid explanation helped everyone understand the complex scientific concept.
• Marked option Dark means lacking light, gloomy, or having an absence of light. It can also be used metaphorically to indicate a lack of knowledge or understanding. (अँधेरा)
  • Example: The room was so dark that it took a while for our eyes to adjust to the dim light.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• Bloat: Swell or become swollen, often used to describe an excessive or abnormal enlargement. (फूलना)
• Jolt: A sudden, strong, and often unexpected jerk or shake. (झटका)
• Stark: Complete, harsh, or grim, often used to describe a situation or contrast that is sharp, clear, and without any embellishments. (कठोर)