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NDA I 2024 English Test - 36
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  • Question 1/10
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    In this section each of the following sentences has a blank space and each sentence is followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill the blank space.

    I can't ________ this heat anymore.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is 'bear'.

    Key Points

    • In the given sentence 'bear' should be used in the blank.
    • "Can't" is the contraction of "cannot," indicating an inability or lack of capability to do something.
    • "Bear" here means to endure or tolerate. In this sentence, it expresses the inability to continue enduring or tolerating the heat.
    • So, when someone says "I can't bear this heat anymore," it means they have reached a point where they are finding it very difficult or impossible to tolerate or endure the high temperature any longer. They're expressing their discomfort and inability to handle the heat.

    Correct Sentence: I can't bear this heat anymore.

  • Question 2/10
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    In this section each of the following sentences has a blank space and each sentence is followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill the blank space.

    I am going to ______ my parrot from the cage.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is 'release'.

    Key Points

    • Let's understand the meaning of release:
    • Release - to allow somebody/something to be free.
      • Example - Thousands of balloons were released at the ceremony.

    Therefore, the correct sentence is I am going to release my parrot from the cage.

    Additional Information

    • Let's look at the meaning of other given options:
    • Clear - easy to see, hear or understand.
    • Deliver - to take something (goods, letters, etc.) to the place requested or to the address on it.
    • Issue - a problem or subject for discussion.
  • Question 3/10
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    In this section each of the following sentences has a blank space and each sentence is followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill the blank space.

    My grandmother had a _________ influence on my early childhood.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is "Strong".

    Key Points

    • The correct word to fill in the blank in this context is "strong".
    • The word "strong" is an adjective that can be used to describe the intensity or degree of something, in this case, the term "influence".

    Therefore, the correct answer is "Option 3".

    Complete Sentence: My grandmother had a strong influence on my early childhood.

  • Question 4/10
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    In this section each of the following sentences has a blank space and each sentence is followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill the blank space.

    Her notoriety increased after she single- ______ shot down a Rhodesian army helicopter.

    Solutions

    Here, the correct answer is "handedly."

    Key Points

    • The reason to use "handedly" in the blank is to emphasize that she accomplished the action of shooting down a Rhodesian army helicopter on her own, without assistance.
    • The term "single-handedly" means doing something alone or unaided, underscoring her individual role and accomplishment in the event. (अकेले या बिना सहायता के कुछ करना, घटना में उसकी व्यक्तिगत भूमिका और उपलब्धि को रेखांकित करता है)
    • The correct answer is Option 3.

    Correct sentence: Her notoriety increased after she single- handedly shot down a Rhodesian army helicopter.

  • Question 5/10
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    In this section each of the following sentences has a blank space and each sentence is followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill the blank space.

    The program has _______ a DNA based HPV test and offered it for free to these women.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is - "deployed"

    Key Points

    • "has" depicts that given sentence is in "Present perfect tense"
    • Present perfect tense needs 3rd form of main verb.
    • Structure - Subject + has/have + Verb (3rd form) + Object.
      • Eg. He has played volleyball.
    • Option 1 2 and 4 are not 3rd form of verb.
    • Option deployed is the 3rd form of the deploy.
    • In this way, Deployed is appropriate for the blank.
    • Thus, Option 3 is correct answer.
  • Question 6/10
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    In this section each of the following sentences has a blank space and each sentence is followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill the blank space.

    Often in our country the_______ forces of communalism and casteism severally impact the nation's unity.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is option (4) i.e. 'Disruptive'

    Key Points

    • The given sentence has a negative meaning so, we should choose the suitable negative word among the options.
      • The word Disruptive means causing trouble and therefore stopping something from continuing as usual.(विघटनकारी)
      • Example:- A new government's efforts to undo much of its predecessor's work is damaging and disruptive.

    So,the most appropriate word for the given blank is Disruptive.

    Additional Information

    • Other options are:-
      • Substantive-  Involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned.(मूलभूत)
      • Constructive- Promoting improvement or development or related to construction or creation.(रचनात्मक)
      • Vigilant-  Alertly watchful especially to avoid danger.(चौकन्ना)
  • Question 7/10
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    In this section each of the following sentences has a blank space and each sentence is followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill the blank space.

    They were unable to have children of their own, so they decided to ______.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is- 'adopt.'

    Key Points

    • Let us see the meanings of the given options:
      • Adopt: to take a child into your family and treat him/her as your own child by law. (किसी बच्‍चे को क़ानूनन गोद लेना)
      • Adept: very good or skilful at something. (कुशल, अति दक्ष, निपुण)
      • Accept: to agree to take something that somebody offers you. ((दी गई वस्‍तु को) स्‍वीकार या ग्रहण करना)
      • Except: to leave somebody/something out; to not include somebody/something. (को छूट मिलना; को छोड़ देना (शामिल न करना))
    • Here, we are talking about the adoption.
    • The option "adopt" is correct in this context.
    • Correct sentence: They were unable to have children of their own, so they decided to adopt.

    Additional Information

    • Articulate language is essential for cultivating an image of professionalism and competence, and misusing words will undercut our efforts on this front.
    • Anxious/Eager:
      • ‍Anxious suggests apprehension. (She was anxious about her upcoming performance review.)
      • Eager suggests excitement, joyful expectation. (The boy was eager to get to the park.)
  • Question 8/10
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    In this section each of the following sentences has a blank space and each sentence is followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill the blank space.

    First, Indian States need to develop mechanisms for higher ________  for ASHAs.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is "remuneration".

    Key Points

    •  The given sentence suggests that the Indian states are required to develop a mechanism to increase the pay of ASHA workers.
    •  Let us look at the meanings of the words given:
      • Worth means the value of somebody/something or how useful somebody/something is.
        • Example: Kind words are worth much and cost little.
      • Remuneration means a payment made to somebody for the work they have done.
        • Example: High remuneration and incentives is what makes this work attractive for the job seekers.
      • Prize means something valuable that is given to someone for their achievement. 
        • Example: After many sleepless nights Rina finally won the prize in the competition.
      • Value means how much something is worth or important.
        • Example: We understand the value of a person only when we lose them.
    • Hence, according to the meanings of the given words.
    • Option 2) Remuneration fits appropriately in the given blank.
  • Question 9/10
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    In this section each of the following sentences has a blank space and each sentence is followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill the blank space.

    A smooth process will _________________  democratic gains in the country and serve as a symbol for the rest of the continent.

    Solutions

    The correct answer is Consolidate.

    Key Points

    • The context implies that integrating democratic progress in the nation through a seamless process will also represent the continent as a whole.
    • Consolidate: to join things together into one; to be joined into one; integrate.
      • For example: We’re going to consolidate what we’ve learnt so far by doing some revision exercises today.
    • Out of the given options, only 'consolidate' fits the context of the sentence.

    Therefore, the correct answer is: A smooth process will consolidate democratic gains in the country and serve as a symbol for the rest of the continent.

    Additional Information

    •  The meanings of the rest of the options are:
      • Lessen: to become less; to make something less.
      • Divide: to separate into different parts
      • Shrink: .to become smaller or make something smaller.
  • Question 10/10
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    In this section each of the following sentences has a blank space and each sentence is followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill the blank space.

    Computers would replace the ______ technique of creating an image on paper, transferring it to transparent cells and again onto film.

    Solutions

    Here, the correct answer is "archaic."

    Key Points

    • The reason to use "archaic" in the blank is to convey that the technique being described is outdated, old-fashioned, or no longer in common use. (वर्णित तकनीक पुरानी है, पुराने ज़माने की है, या अब आम उपयोग में नहीं है)
    • Using "archaic" suggests that computers would replace a method that was once employed but is now considered obsolete, especially in the context of image creation and reproduction.
    • The correct answer is Option 4.

    Correct sentence: Computers would replace the archaic technique of creating an image on paper, transferring it to transparent cells and again onto film.

    Additional Information

    • Austere: very simple; without decoration. (अति साधारण और सरल; आडंबरहीन, मितव्‍ययी)
    • Audacious: willing to take risks or do something shocking. (ख़तरा उठाने या स्‍तब्‍धकारी कार्य करने को तैयार; निर्भीक, निडर)
    • Assuage: to make an unpleasant feeling less strong. (प्रतिकूल भावना आदि की तीक्ष्‍णता को कम करना)
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