1. If a word is typed that is not in Word’s dictionary, a ___ wavy underline appears below the word.
(A) red
(B) green
(C) blue
(D) black
(E) None of these
Ans (A)
2. The _____ button on the quick access Toolbar allows you to cancel your recent commands or
actions.
(A) Search
(B) Cut
(C) Document
(D) Undo
(E) None of these
Ans (D)
3. In Excel, any set of characters containing a letter , hyphen, or space is considered ___
(A) a formula
(B) text
(C) a name
(D) a title
(E) None of these
Ans (B)
4. ________ Software allows users to perform calculations on rows and columns of data.
(A) Word processing
(B) Presentation graphics
(C) Database Management Systems
(D) Electronic Spreadsheet
(E) None of these
Ans (C)
5. A _________ represent approximately one billion memory locations.
(A) kilobyte
(B) megabyte
(C) gigabyte
(D) terabyte
(E) None of these
Ans (C)
6. ______ cells involves creating a single cell by combining two or more selected cells.
(A) Formatting
(B) Merging
(C) Embedding
(D) Splitting
(E) None of these
Ans (B)
7. The operating system is the most common type of ______________ software.
(A) communication
(B) application
(C) system
(D) word-processing
(E) None of these
Ans (C)
8. When you quickly press and releaes the left mouse button twice , you are ____
(A) Primary-clicking
(B) pointing
(C) Double-clicking
(D) Secondary-clicking
(E) None of these
Ans (C)
9. The horizontal and vertical lines on a worksheet are called ___
(A) cells
(B) sheets
(C) block lines
(D) gridlines
(E) None of these
Ans (D)
10. To delete an incorrect character in a document, __________ to erase to the right of the insertion
point.
(A) press the left mouse key
(B) double-click the right mouse key
(C) press the BACKSPACE key
(D) press the delete key
(E) None of these
Ans (D)
11. The operating system does all of the following EXCEPT:
A provide a way for the user to interact with the computer.
B manage the central processing unit (CPU).
C manage memory and storage.
D enable users to perform a specific task such as document editing.
Ans (D)
12. During the boot process, the ____________ looks for the system files.
A CD
B. BIOS
C. CPU
D. DVD
AnS (B)
13. ____________ are lists of commands that appear on the screen.
A GUIs
B Icons
C Menus
D Windows
Answer: C
14. ____________ is the ability of an operating system to control the activities of multiple programs at
the same time.
A Multitasking
B Streamlining
C Multiuser
D Simulcasting
Answer: A
15. The unique signal, generated by a device, that tells the operating system that it is in need of
immediate attention is called an:
A action.
B event.
C interrupt.
D activity.
Answer: C
16. The operating system controls access to the processor by assigning a(n) ____________ to each task
requiring the processor’s attention.
A CPU
B slice of time
C stack
D event
Answer: B
17. The blocks of code, included in the operating system, that software applications interact with are
known as:
A application programming interfaces (APIs).
B complimentary metal-oxide conductors (CMOS).
C device drivers.
D bootstrap loaders.
Answer: A
18. MS-DOS is a ____________ operating system.
A point-and-click
B user-friendly
C command-driven
D Mac
Answer: C
19. An interrupt handler is a(n):
A location in memory that keeps track of recently generated interrupts.
B peripheral device.
C utility program.
D special numeric code that indicates the priority of a request.
Answer: D
20. A spooler is a(n):
A location in memory that maintains the contents of a document until it prints out.
B print job.
C program that coordinates the print jobs that are waiting to print.
D message sent from the printer to the operating system when a print job is completed.
Answer: C
21. Virtual memory is typically located:
A on a floppy disk.
B in the CPU.
C in a flash card.
D on the hard drive.
Answer: D
22. The purpose of a swap (or page) file is to:
A maintain pages of documents that are being spooled to the printer.
B hold a program’s data or instructions in virtual memory when it can’t fit in RAM.
C prevent thrashing in a multitasking environment.
D allow multiple print jobs to print their pages out simultaneously.
Answer: B
23. The definition of thrashing is:
A swapping data between virtual memory and RAM too frequently.
B insufficient hard disk space.
C too many processors being managed by the operating system.
D inaccurate information stored in the registry.
Answer: A
24. All of the following are TRUE of Safe Mode EXCEPT:
A Safe Mode is a special diagnostic mode.
B Safe Mode loads all nonessential icons.
C Safe Mode allows users to troubleshoot errors.
D Safe Mode loads only the most essential devices.
Answer: B
25. Verification of a login name and password is known as:
A configuration.
B accessibility.
C authentication.
D logging in.
Answer: C
26. The combination of the operating system and the processor is referred to as the computer’s:
A CPU.
B platform.
C BIOS.
D CMOS.
Answer: B
27. The following message generally means:
A a nonsystem floppy has been left in the floppy disk drive.
B the CD drive is not functioning.
C the BIOS is corrupted.
D there is a problem loading a device.
Answer: A
28. Which of the following is the correct sequence of actions that takes place during the boot-up
process?
A Load operating system ? Activate BIOS ? Perform POST ? Check configuration settings
B Activate BIOS ? Perform POST ? Load operating system ? Check configuration settings
C Perform POST ? Load operating system ? Activate BIOS ? Check configuration settings
D Activate BIOS ? Check configuration settings ? Perform POST ? Load operating system
Answer: B
29. All of the following are steps involved in the boot process EXCEPT:
A load the operating system into RAM.
B the power-on self-test.
C activate the basic input/output system (BIOS).
D load application programs.
Answer: D
30. The ____________, stored on a ROM chip, is responsible for loading the operating system from its
permanent location on the hard drive into RAM.
A BIOS
B API
C device driver
D supervisor program
Answer: A
31. The basic input/output system (BIOS) is stored in:
A RAM.
B ROM.
C the CPU.
D the hard drive.
Answer: B
32. Ensuring that the essential peripheral devices are attached and operational is the ____________
process.
A configuration
B CMOS
C POST
D ROM
Answer: C
33. The memory resident portion of the operating system is called the:
A registry.
B API.
C CMOS.
D kernel.
Answer: D
34. Which of the following does NOT occur during the power-on self-test (POST)?
A The ScanDisk utility begins to run.
B The video card and video memory are tested.
C The BIOS identification process occurs.
D Memory chips are checked to ensure they are working properly.
Answer: A
35. All of the following are TRUE regarding virtual memory EXCEPT:
A any amount of RAM can be allocated to virtual memory.
B the setting for the amount of hard drive space to allocate to virtual memory can be manually
changed.
C this temporary storage is called the swap file (or page file).
D virtual memory is physical space on the hard drive.
Answer: A
36. The operating system allows users to organize the computer’s contents in a hierarchical structure of
directories that include all of the following EXCEPT:
A files.
B folders.
D drives.
D systems.
Answer: D
37. All of the following statements concerning windows are true EXCEPT:
A windows are an example of a command-driven environment.
B windows can be resized and repositioned on the desktop.
C more than one window can be open at a time.
D toolbars and scrollbars are features of windows.
Answer: A
38. All of the following statements concerning files are true EXCEPT:
A A file is a collection of related pieces of information stored together for easy reference.
B Files can be generated from an application.
C Files are stored in RAM.
D Files should be organized in folders.
Answer: C
39. Using Windows Explorer, a plus (+) sign in front of a folder indicates:
A an open folder.
B the folder contains subfolders.
C a text file.
D a graphics file.
Answer: B
40. In Windows XP, if you want to see the file size and modified dates of all files in a folder, the best
viewing option is the __________ view.
A List
B Thumbnails
C Details
D Icon
Answer: C
Monday, July 18, 2011
Clerical Grade Staff Recruitment of Dena Bank conducted in September 2008
Maximum Marks:
50
Type of Questions:
Objective (Multiple Choice)
Subject:
English Language
Directions (1-15): Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been printed in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
An old tailor and his wife lived on the outskirts of a city. They had a daughter whom they both loved very much and as she was about to be married they took great pains to save money. The man toiled for long hours and his wife worked too. With the money they saved they purchased a few ornaments and kept them in a small wooded box for safekeeping. One day their hut caught fire. The man and his wife escaped just in time but the fire spread rapidly and soon engulfed the whole house. The neighbours soon gathered around and would not allow the man to risk his life and enter the house to save the precious ornaments. They drew water from nearby wells to pour onto the fire. A young traveller saw the poor man in tears and said, " Why are you so upset? Your house can soon be rebuilt". "It is not my house that I am shedding tears for", the tailor replied, "But the ornaments that we have bought for our daughter. Now we shall not be able to give her the wedding gift we worked so hard for!" The traveller thought for a while and seeing the plight of the poor man decide to help, but for a price. "I will help you on condition that I will give you only what I like." The poor man was so desperate to salvage a few of the ornaments at least that he agreed.
The young man entered the house carefully and located the box hidden exactly where the old man had said it would be. He came out of the house with the box, opened it, removed the ornaments and returned the box to the tailor. The old man was bewildered. "But the ornaments are mine. Why have you done this?" the tailor asked. "I agreed to give you what I liked and so I have given you the box", the young man retorted cheekily. The neighbours were annoyed with the young man but could think of no solution. The old man had agreed to the condition after all. But his wife intervened. "Let us go to the magistrate. He is a just man. Surely he will find a solution. "The young man was not willing to go to the magistrate but the neighbours insisted. When he heard the story the magistrate realized the young man had taken advantage of the poor tailor. "You told the tailor that you would give him what you liked and he agreed, is that correct?" he asked. "Yes, I will give you what I like were my exact words", the young man replied. "do you like the ornaments?" the magistrate questioned. "Yes of course!" Well as you like the ornaments you have to give them back to the old man as was agreed between you. "The young man realized that he had been outwitted.
1. Why did the tailor work very hard?
(1) To save money so that his wife and he could live comfortably in their old age.
(2) To have enough money to give his daughter a lavish wedding.
(3) To earn enough to rebuild his house.
(4) To buy his daughter ornaments as a wedding gift with the money he earned.
(5) None of these
2. How did the neighbours react when they saw the fire?
(1) They attempted to put out the fire
(2) They prevented the tailor from saving the ornaments because they were jealous of his new wealth.
(3) They requested the young traveller to rescue the ornaments.
(4) They stood by and allowed the fire to burn down the house.
(5) All of them only gathered around and comforted the tailor.
3. Which of the following can be said about the tailor?
(1) He was greedy and cared only about saving the ornaments he owned.
(2) He was cheated by the traveller.
(3) He was dishonest because he had no intention of honouring the agreement he had made with the young man.
(4) He had a poor memory and could not remember exactly where he had kept the ornaments.
(5) He did not want to risk his own life to save the ornaments.
4. Why did the tailor cry during the fire?
(1) Only his wife and he could escape and he did not know where his daughter was.
(2) He was afraid for the young man's safety.
(3) He was worried about the cost of rebuilding his house.
(4) His neighbours had refused to help him to rescue the ornaments.
(5) He was helpless to save the ornaments he had bought for his daughter.
5. Which of the following is TRU about the traveller?
(a) He was a cheat
(b) He wanted a reward for rescuing the ornaments.
(c) He did the old man a good turn by saving the ornaments.
(1) Only (a)
(2) Both (a) & (b)
(3) Only (c)
(4) Only (b)
(5) None of these
6. Why did the tailor agree to the condition that the young man had laid down?
(a) He was afraid to save the ornaments himself.
(b) His wife advised him to do so.
(c) It was important to him to save the ornaments.
(1) All (a), (b) & (c)
(2) Both (a) & (b)
(3) Only (a)
(4) Only (c)
(5) None of these
7. How was the dispute resolved?
(1) The magistrate confiscated the ornaments and did not give them to either the tailor or the traveller.
(2) The magistrate took the tailor's side and sent the young man to jail.
(3) The neighbours requested the young man to return the ornaments to the tailor.
(4) The young man felt sorry for the tailor and returned the ornaments.
(5) None of these
8. Which of the following is TRUE in the context of the passage?
(1) The young man had difficulty locating the ornaments inside the hut.
(2) The neighbours support the young man's claim
(3) The young man was the rightful owner of the ornaments.
(4) The tailor and his wife were badly hurt in the fire.
(5) The young man wanted a reward for helping the tailor.
9. What did the young man do with the box that he recovered from the burning house?
(1) He emptied the contents and gave the empty box to the tailor
(2) He kept the box and refused to hand it over.
(3) He hid the box.
(4) He handed the box over to the magistrate.
(5) None of these
10. What was the magistrate's opinion about the young man?
(a) He was a helpful person who had risked his life for the tailor.
(b) He was a cheat.
(c) He deserved to be punished and sent to jail.
(1) Only (a)
(2) Both (b) and (c)
(3) Only (b)
(4) Only (c)
(5) None of these
Q. 11-13. Choose the word which is most nearly the SAME in meaning as the word printed in bold as used in the passage.
11. plight
(1) sight
(2) nature
(3) health
(4) purpose
(5) difficulty
12. pains
(1) sadness
(2) efforts
(3) aches
(4) insults
(5) cramps
13. just
(1) even
(2) right
(3) strict
(4) objective
(5) deserved
Qs. 14-15. Choose the word which is most OPPOSITE in meaning of the word given in bold as used in the passage.
14. desperate
(1) hopeful
(2) careful
(3) unimportant
(4) critical
(5) hopeless
15. annoyed
(1) agreed
(2) enjoyed
(3) patient
(4) happy
(5) worried
Qs.16-25. Read each sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in one part of the sentence. The number of that part is the answer. If there is no error, the answer is (5) i.e. ‘No Error'. (Ignore errors of punctuation, if any).
16. The new project is (1) to big for (2) the trainee to handle(3) on his own.(4) No error.(5)
17. The explanation that (1) he gave for (2) missing the meeting (3) were not satisfactory (4). No error. (5)
18. Mr. Singh's son has applied (1) to the post (2) of Assistant Manager (3) in a construction company (4). No error.(5)
19. The manager has sent (1) many reminders to Mr Rao (2) to repay the loan but (3) has not received no reply. (4) No error. (5)
20. Beside the Chairman (1) all the Committee members (2) were present (3) at the shareholders meeting. (4) No error. (5)
21. He submitted (1) the request for compensation (2) of time but (3) it was denied (4). No error. (5)
22. Unfortunately today many (1) parents cannot afford (2) to send its (3) children to school (4). No error. (5)
23. He was convinced (1) that he (2) loss the account (3) because of bad luck. (4) No error. (5)
24. Many customers have (1) complained because (2) his goods was (3) inferior in quality. (4). No error. (5)
25. In his opinion (1) every senior citizens (2) will benefit (3) from the new rule. (4) No error. (5)
Q. 26-30. Which of the phrases (1), (2), (3) and (4) given below should replace the phrase given in bold in the following sentences to make the sentence grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is and there is ‘No correction required', mark (5) as the answer.
26. We usual have a meeting of all department heads every Friday.
(1) as usual has
(2) as usually have
(3) usually have
(4) unusually have
(5) No correction required
27. Over fifty per cent of people in the country not have any access to banking services.
(1) have not any
(2) are having not
(3) does not have
(4) do not have any
(5) No correction required
28. Anil's friends have convinced him withdrawn his resignation.
(1) in withdrawing him
(2) for withdrawal of
(3) to withdraw from his
(4) to withdraw his
(5) No correction required
29. India and China have many large number of educated workers than Brazil.
(1) a larger number
(2) the largest number
(3) large numbers
(4) very larger number
(5) No correction required
30. Many accidents at the factory are caused of workers do not read warning signs.
(1) is the cause of
(2) are caused by
(3) are caused because
(4) are a cause of
(5) No correction required
Qs. 31-35. In each sentence below, four words printed in bold type is given. These are numbered as (1), (2), (3) & (4). One of these boldly printed words may be wrongly spelt or inappropriate in the context of the sentence or grammatically incorrect. The number of that word is the answer. If there is no error of any of the above types, the answer is (5) i.e. "All correct".
31. Shareholders used to be liable (1) for the debts (2)of the company in proportion (3) to the size (4) of their holdings. (4) All correct. (5)
32. The popular (1) understanding (2) of the incidence (3) was that he had resigned. (4) All correct. (5)
33. He was felicitated (1) for his roll (2) in resolving (3) the conflict (4) in the region. All correct. (5)
34. He firmly (1) denied (2) that the document (3) existed. (4) All correct. (5)
35. Today banks offer (1) the facility (2) of instant (3) transfer (4) of funds to their customers. All correct. (5)
Qs. 36-40. Rearrange the following six sentences (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) and (f) in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.
(a) His friend, however, used to lose his temper at the slightest excuse.
(b) Socrates however quietly said, "I was expecting this, after thunder comes rain."
(c) One day this friend decided to test Socrates' self-control.
(d) Since Socrates paid no attention to the insults he emptied a bucket of water over him.
(e) Socrates, the Greek philosopher tried hard to control himself and never lost his temper.
(f) He began to shout at the philosopher and even insulted him.
36. Which of the following is the FIRST sentence after rearrangement?
(1) A
(2) B
(3) C
(4) D
(5) E
37. Which of the following is the SECOND sentence after rearrangement?
(1) A
(2) B
(3) C
(4) D
(5) E
38. Which of the following is the THIRD sentence after rearrangement?
(1) A
(2) B
(3) C
(4) D
(5) F
39. Which of the following is the FIFTH sentence after rearrangement?
(1) B
(2) C
(3) D
(4) E
(5) F
40. Which of the following is the SIXTH (LAST) sentence after rearrangement?
(1) F
(2) E
(3) D
(4) C
(5) B
Qs. 41-50. In the following passage there are blanks each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the passage and against each five words are suggested one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
Though most of us know him (41) for his lightning and kite experiment, Ben Franklin was first and (42) a printer. Born humbly in Boston in 1706, he was the fifteenth (43) seventeen children of a poor candle maker. At the (44) age of seventeen he went to Philadelphia, where after working for others he (45) his own printing shop. Printing (46) Ben to writing and writing to publishing and publishing to business success and (47). He was passionate about writing and to satisfy this (48) he taught himself science, philosophy and languages. In time he became the (49) known writer of the English speaking world and many of his works remain (50) read even today.
41.
(1) except
(2) best
(3) hardly
(4) greatly
(5) sometimes
42.
(1) previous
(2) only
(3) foremost
(4) above
(5) lastly
43.
(1) between
(2) before
(3) with
(4) besides
(5) of
44.
(1) elder
(2) early
(3) delicate
(4) old
(5) tough
45.
(1) set
(2) establish
(3) opened
(4) shared
(5) purchase
46.
(1) led
(2) send
(3) showed
(4) followed
(5) take
47.
(1) failure
(2) character
(3) fame
(4) defeat
(5) poverty
48.
(1) call
(2) worry
(3) problem
(4) conflict
(5) need
49.
(1) best
(2) well
(3) fine
(4) leading
(5) excellent
50.
(1) partly
(2) wisely
(3) rarely
(4) widely
(5) almost
ANSWERS
1. (4), 2. (1), 3. (2), 4. (5), 5. (1), 6. (4), 7. (5), 8. (5), 9. (1), 10. (3), 11. (5), 12. (2), 13. (2), 14. (1), 15. (4), 16. (2), 17. (4), 18. (2), 19. (4), 20. (1), 21. (4), 22. (3), 23. (3), 24. (3), 25. (2), 26. (3), 27. (4), 28. (4), 29. (1), 30. (3), 31. (1), 32. (3), 33. (2), 34. (5), 35. (3), 36. (5), 37. (1), 38. (3), 39. (3), 40. (5), 41. (2), 42. (3), 43. (5), 44. (3), 45. (3), 46. (1), 47. (3), 48. (5), 49. (1), 50. (4),
Exam Name: Clerical Recruitment Conducted By: Andhra Bank Conducted in: Dec 2007
Topic:Part I (Reasoning)
Number of Questions:50
1. In a certain code ROPE is written as $3%6 and RITE is written as $4#6. How is PORT written in that code?
(1) %4$#
(2) $3%#
(3) $64%
(4) %3$#
(5) None of these
2. How many such pairs of letters are there in the word KNIGHT, each of which has as many letters between them in the word as they have in the English alphabet?
(1) None
(2) One
(3) Two
(4) Three
(5) More than three
3. Pointing to a photograph Nikita said 'She is the only grad daughter of my grandmother's daughter'. How is the girl in photograph related to Nikita?
(1) Sister
(2) Niece/ daughter
(3) Aunt
(4) Cannot be determined
(5) None of these
4. Four of the following five are alike in a certain way and so form a group. Which is the one that does not belong to the group?
(1) Pineapple
(2) Guava
(3) Grapes
(4) Papaya
(5) Pear
5. If the word STABLE all the consonants are replaced by the previous letter and all the vowels are replaced by the next letter which letter will be third from the left end?
(1) S
(2) B
(3) A
(4) K
(5) None of these
6. In a certain code HOUSE is written as FTVPI, how is CHAIR written in that code?
(1) DIBJS
(2) SBJID
(3) SHBGD
(4) SJBID
(5) None of these
7. Four of the following five are alike in a certain way and so form a group. Which is the one that does not belong to the group?
(1) FH
(2) KM
(3) PR
(4) CE
(5) JM
8. If ' P Q' means 'P is wife of Q', 'P+Q' means 'P is father of Q' and 'P Q' means 'P is sister of Q' then in G H +R D, how is G related to D?
(1) Cannot be determined
(2) Mother
(3) Niece
(4) Aunt
(5) None of these
9. If the digits of the number 5726489 are arranged in ascending order, how many digits will remain at the same position?
(1) None
(2) One
(3) Two
(4) Three
(5) More than three
10. Four of the following five are alike in a certain way and so form a group. Which is the one that does not belong to the group?
(1) 17
(2) 19
(3) 23
(4) 29
(5) 27
11. How many meaningful words can be made from the letters AEHT, using each letter only once?
(1) None
(2) One
(3) Two
(4) Three
(5) More than three
12. If '?' means 'x', $ means '+', # means ' ' and '©' means '-' then what is the value of
360 # 24$ 56« 5© 48?
(1) 253
(2) 242
(3) 247
(4) 285
(5) None of these
13. If blue means pink, pink means green, green means yellow, yellow means red and red means white then what is the colour of turmeric?
(1) green
(2) yellow
(3) red
(4) pink
(5) None of these
14. If it is possible to make a meaningful word from the second, the third, the tenth and the eleventh letters of the word PASSIONATELY using each letter only once, second letter of that word is your answer. If no such word can be formed your answer is X and if more than one word can be formed your answer is Y.
(1) A
(2) E
(3) L
(4) X
(5) Y
15. In a row of children facing north Manish is fourth to the left of Suresh who is tenth from the left end. Nisha is second to the right of Suresh and eighth from the right end of the row. Total how many children are there in the row?
(1) 19
(2) 20
(3) 21
(4) 18
(5) None of these
Directions (16-20): In these questions symbols ©, #, «, $ and @ are used with different meanings as follows:
'A © B' means 'A is smaller than B'
'A # B' means 'A is either smaller than or equal to B'
'A « B' means 'A is greater than B'
'A $ B' means 'A is either greater than or equal to B'
'A @ B' means 'A is neither smaller than nor greater than B'
In each of the following questions assuming the given statements to be true, find out which of the two conclusions I and II given below them is/ are definitely true
Give answer (1) if only conclusion I is true.
Give answer (2) if only conclusion II is true.
Give answer (3) if either conclusion I or conclusion II is true.
Give answer (4) if neither conclusion I nor conclusion II is true.
Give answer (5) if both conclusions I and II are true.
16. Statements: V#S, S©L, L©J
Conclusions: I. V © L
II. S © J
17. Statements: M#R, R©J, J#H
Conclusions: I. M #H
II. R © H
18. Statements: H$F, F@G, G«M
Conclusions: I. H «M
II. H «G
19. Statements: R©J, J «T,,T # L
Conclusions: I. R @ T
II. J @ l
20. Statements: W@T, T$K, K «F
Conclusions: I. W $ K
II. W @ K
Directions (21-25): In each question below there are three statements followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. You have to take the three given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts and then decide which of the given conclusions logically follows from the three given statements disregarding commonly known facts. Then decide which of the answers (1), (2), (3), (4) and (5) is the correct answer and indicate it on the answer sheet.
Give answer (1) if only conclusion I is follows.
Give answer (2) if only conclusion II is follows
Give answer (3) if either conclusion I or II follows.
Give answer (4) if neither I nor II is follows.
Give answer (5) if both I and II follow.
21. Statements:
Some pens are books.
All books are pencils.
All pencils are jars.
Conclusions:
I. All books are jars.
II. Some pens are pencils.
22. Statements:
Some bowls are spoons
Some spoons are forks
All forks are plates.
Conclusions:
I. Some bowls are forks.
II. Some spoons are plates.
23. Statements:
Some bottles are jars.
All jars are buckets.
All buckets are tanks.
Conclusions:
I. All jars are tanks.
II. Some buckets are tanks.
24. Statements:
Some phones are mobiles.
Some mobiles are computers.
Some computers are keys.
Conclusions:
I. Some phones are keys.
II. Some computes are phones.
25. Statements:
All papers are files.
Some files are folders.
All folders are bags.
Conclusions:
I. Some files are bags.
II. Some papers are folders.
Directions (26-30): Each of the questions below consists of a question and two statements numbered I and II are given below it. You have to decide whether the data provided in the statements are sufficient to answer the question. Read both the statements and
Give answer (1) if the data is Statement I alone are sufficient to answer the question, while the data in Statement II alone are not sufficient to answer the question.
Give answer (2) if the data in Statement II alone are sufficient to answer the question, while the data in Statement I alone are not sufficient to answer the question.
Give answer (3) if the data in Statement I alone or in Statement II alone are sufficient to answer the question.
Give answer (4) if the data in both the Statement I and II are not sufficient to answer the question.
Give answer (5) if the data in both the Statement I and II together are necessary to answer the question.
26. Lalita is in which direction with respect to Sangita?
I. Lalita is to the East of Prabha who is to the South of Sangita.
II. Vinita is to the North of Lalita who is to the East of Sangita.
27. What is the code for 'Play' in the code language?
I. In the code language 'play and dance' is written as 'ka to pe'
II. In the code language enjoy the dance' is written as 'pe jo ra'.
28. How many children are there in the class?
I. Vandana's rank in the class is five ranks below Nandini who is twenty fifth from the bottom.
II. Nandini's rank is seventeenth from the top.
29. Who is tallest among Neeta, Sudha, Radha, Maya and Geeta?
I. Radha is shorter than Neeta and Sudha but not shorter than Maya and Geeta.
II. Neeta is not the tallest.
30. How many sons does Ramesh have?
I. F is sister of H who is son of Ramesh.
II. R is brother of H.
Directions (31-35): These questions are based on the following letter / number/ symbol arrangement . Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow:
5 D G E « 7 9 $ F 1 6 R % L I A J 3 B # 4 @ K P 8 U M 2
31. Four of the following five are alike in a certain way on the basis of their positions in the above arrangement and so form a group. Which is the one that does not belong to the group?
(1) $9F
(2) R6%
(3) 8PU
(4) #B4
(5) 3BJ
32. If all the symbols are removed from the above arrangement which element will be third to the left of thirteenth from the left?
(1) L
(2) R
(3) 6
(4) I
(5) None of these
33. What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following series based on the above arrangement?
EDH 9 « 7 I$F ?
(1) 6RI
(2) %R6
(3) R16
(4) %6R
(5) None of these
34. Which element will be fifth to the right of ninth from the right end if all the numbers are removed from the above arrangement?
(1) K
(2) @
(3) P
(4) #
(5) None of these
35. How many such numbers are there in the above arrangement each of which is immediately followed by a consonant but not immediately preceded by a vowel?
(1) None
(2) One
(3) Two
(4) Three
(5) More than three
Directions (36-40): These questions are based on the basis of following information. Study it carefully and answer the questions.
Eight executives J, K, L, M, N, O, P, and Q are sitting around a circular table for a meeting. J is second to the right of P who is third to the right of K. M is second to the left of O who sits between P and J, L is not a neighbour of K or N.
36. Who is to the immediate left of L?
(1) Q
(2) O
(3) K
(4) N
(5) None of these
37. Who is to the immediate left of K?
(1) N
(2) J
(3) Q
(4) Cannot be determined
(5) None of these
38. Which of the following is the correct position of N?
(1) Second to the right of K
(2) To the immediate left of K
(3) To the immediate right of M
(4) To the immediate right of K
(5) None of these
39. Who is third to the right of P?
(1) L
(2) J
(3) Q
(4) N
(5) None of these
40. Which of the following groups of persons have the first person sitting between the other two?
(1) PJO
(2) OPJ
(3) OPM
(4) MPO
(5) None of these
Directions (41-50): In each of the questions given below which one of the five answer figures on the right should come after the problem figures on the left, if the sequence were continued?
ANSWERS
1. (4), 2. (3), 3. (2), 4. (3), 5. (2), 6. (4), 7. (5), 8. (2), 9. (4), 10. (5)
11. (3), 12. (3), 13. (3), 14. (5), 15. (1), 16. (5), 17. (2), 18. (1), 19. (4), 20. (1)
21. (5), 22. (2), 23. (5), 24. (4), 25. (1), 26. (3), 27. (4), 28. (5), 29. (5), 30. (5)
31. (5), 32. (2), 33. (4), 34. (1), 35. (2), 36. (5), 37. (3), 38. (4), 39. (1), 40. (2)
41. (3), 42. (4), 43. (1), 44. (5), 45. (1), 46. (4), 47. (5), 48. (1), 49. (2), 50. (3)
Union Bank of India Clerk Exam., 2010 (Held on 1012010) General English : Solved Paper
Directions—(Q. 1–5) In each question below a sentence with four words printed in bold type is given.
These are lettered as (A), (B), (C) and (D). One of these four boldly printed words may be either
wrongly spelt or inappropriate in the context of the sentence. Find out the word which is wrongly
spelt or inappropriate, if any. The letter of that word is your answer. If all the boldly printed words are
correctly spelt and also appropriate in the context of the sentence, mark (E) i.e., ‘All Correct’ as your
answer.
1. RBI is unwilling (A) to enforce (B) these reuglations as these will discourage (C) investment.
(D) All Correct (E)
Ans : (E)
2. Many Indian firms have entry (A) into partnership (B) with foreign (C) ones of late. (D) All
Correct (E)
Ans : (A)
3. This is a prime (A) example (B) of what the government can achieve (C) if it is determine. (D)
All Correct (E)
Ans : (D)
4. They managed (A) to accomplice (B) this by coming (C) up with unique (D) schemes. All
Correct (E)
Ans : (B)
5. In such circumstances (A) do not take unnecessary (B) risks (C) with your savings. (D) All
Correct
(E)
Ans : (A)
Directions—(Q. 6 –20) Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it.
Certain words have been printed in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the
questions.
Rajendra was a landlord. He had made a lot of money by cheating and ill treating
his laboures who
worked in the fields. One day, a young man named Mani came to Rajendra, asking for work. Rajendra
was pleasantly surprised. No one had ever wanted to work for him because of his reputation, and here
was someone walking right into his house ! Mani ’s next few words surprised him even more. Mani
said, “I will work for you for free. Only give me a place to sleep, two sets of clothes and two square
meals a day.” Rajendra was beside himself with joy when he heard this and was about to agree, when
Mani added, “I have only one condition : I will tell you the truth always, but one day in the year, I will
lie.”
Rajendra, who lied happily everyday of the year, agreed to this odd condition. So Mani began working
for him. He was a wonderful worker –hardworking
and trustworthy. He was very honest and soon
became Rajendra’s righthand
man. Because of Mani’s hard work, Rajendra had an excellent harvest.
He and his wife, Manda, decided to have a big feast to celebrate. They invited all their relatives and
friends, from the village and outside as well. Everyone was looking forward to the delicious feast being
planned. On the morning of the feast, Rajendra decided he would also give away some gifts to his
relatives, just to show off. So he set off for the market in his cart.
As soon as he was out of sight, Mani went running to Manda. He wept loudly and beat his chest. Then
he fell on the floor, sobbing and announced, “The master is dead ! The cart overturned on the road. Our
master has been flattened like a chapatti !” As soon as Rajendra’s wife and relatives heard this, they
started wailing. Mani rushed out, saying he would bring back the body, while everyone started
preparing for the last rites. Mani now went running to his master and said, “Master ! Your wife is dead.
A cobra bit her and she fell to the ground, as blue as the spring sky. ” Rajendra was stunned. What !
His beloved Manda, his partner in all his schemes, was dead ! He hurried home shouting her name.
Manda too was weeping loudly, sitting in the courtyard. When she saw her husband run in, she
stopped midwail, and Rajendra too stoodopen mouthed. Then they fell into each other’s arms, unable
to believe their eyes. As one, they turned to Mani. “What is the meaning of this, Mani ?” His master
angrily demanded. Mani smiled. “Remember my condition, that I would lie once in the year ? Well, I
chose today. You see what lies can do ? Now think what happens to the people whom you lie to
everyday of the year ! ” Saying this, he walked out, leaving behind a stunned and ashamed landlord.
6. Why did Mani want to work for Rajendra ?
(A) Rajendra offered him food, clothing and shelter.
(B) To learn from Rajendra who was a successful businessman.
(C) To earn his trust so he could take over the business one day.
(D) He wanted to show Rajendra the error of his ways.
(E) Rajendra did not mind bad habit of telling lies.
Ans : (D)
7. Why did Rajendra shout at Mani one day ?
(1) Mani had lied to Rajendra and his wife causing them to fight.
(2) The feast had to be cancelled because of Mani and Rajendra suffered huge losses.
(3) He had embarrassed his wife and him in front of their friends and relatives.
(A) None
(B) Only (1)
(C) Only (1) and (2)
(D) Only (3)
(E) All (1), (2) and (3)
Ans : (D)
8. What was Rajendra’s immediate reaction on hearing the news of his wife’s ‘death’ ?
(A) He panicked because his wife was responsible for them being rich.
(B) He ran home at once because he doubted Mani’s honesty.
(C) He was very upset and rushed home at once.
(D) He wanted to make funeral arrangements.
(E) He went home to inform everyone that the feast was cancelled.
Ans : (C)
9. Why did Rajendra go out on the day of the feast ?
(A) He wanted to share his good fortune with his relatives.
(B) He took gifts for his relatives who were not as well off as he was.
(C) He wanted to boast about his prosperity to his relatives.
(D) To purchase groceries required for the feast from the market.
(E) He wanted to personally invite his relatives who lived outside the village.
Ans : (C)
10. Why did Mani work very hard for Rajendra ?
(A) He took pride in his work and wanted to ensure a good harvest.
(B) He was grateful to Rajendra for giving him a job.
(C) He knew Rajendra would share the profit with his right hand man.
(D) He considered himself as part to Rejendra’s family.
(E) None of these
Ans : (E)
11. Why did Rajendra accept Mani’s condition ?
(A) He did not value honesty.
(B) He had no intention of letting Mani fulfill it.
(C) He was an expert at detecting when people lied.
(D) He knew how difficult it was to stop lying.
(E) He predicted that Mani would be an excellent worker.
Ans : (D)
12. Why did Mani lie to Manda ?
(A) Out of revenge for not being invited to the feast.
(B) To find out whether Rajendra’s relatives cared about him or his wealth.
(C) To help her realise how much Rajendra meant to her.
(D) To delay the start of the feast as his master had not yet arrived.
(E) None of these
Ans : (B)
13. Which of the following is TRUE in the context of the passage ?
(A) Rajendra was ashamed only because Mani had managed to trick him.
(B) Mani had many friends who were cheated by Rajendra.
(C) Rajendra was a miser because despite being wealthy he travelled by cart.
(D) Mani was clever and a good actor.
(E) Manda was an excellent cook and had prepared a delicious feast.
Ans : (C)
14. Which of the following can be said about Manda ?
(1) She trusted Mani more than Rajendra.
(2) She had a good relationship with her husband’s relatives.
(3) She was dishonest.
(A) None
(B) Only (3)
(C) Only (1) and (3)
(D) Only (2) and (3)
(E) All (1), (2) and (3)
Ans : (A)
15. What opinion did Rajendra’s workers have of him ?
(A) He was generous for paying them and providing for their basic needs.
(B) He was a cheat and he exploited them.
(C) He was a weak man who listened only to his wife.
(D) He was unfair to his workers and paid each a different salary.
(E) None of these
Ans : (B)
Directions—(Q. 16–18) Choose the word or group of words which is MOST SIMILAR in MEANING
to the word printed in bold as used in the passage.
16. Pleasantly
(A) Extremely
(B) Delightfully
(C) Charming
(D) Friendly
(E) Coolly
Ans : (A)
17. Right
(A) Suitable
(B) Legally
(C) Accurately
(D) Straight
(E) Immediately
Ans : (D)
18. Wailing
(A) Crying
(B) Complaining
(C) Shouting
(D) Tears
(E) Grumbling
Ans : (A)
Directions—(Q. 19–20) Choose the word or group of words which is MOST OPPOSITE in
MEANING
to the word printed in bold as used in the passage.
19. Celebrate
(A) Insult
(B) Reject
(C) Dishonour
(D) Mourn
(E) Infamous
Ans : (C)
20. Planned
(A) Organised
(B) Deliberate
(C) Cancelled
(D) Informal
(E) Automatic
Ans : (C)
Directions—(Q. 21 –25) Rearrange the following six sentences 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 in the proper
sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.
1. Being generous by nature, the king offered them a meal and treated them kindly.
2. In appreciation the king ordered a stew to be prepared for the feast in honour of the farmer.
3. The king welcomed them too and placed before each a bowl of water saying. “This is the stew of the
stew of the hare !”
4. A few days later, a few people came to the court claiming to be neighbours of the farmer.
5. A poor farmer presented a fine hare to the king.
6. Not long afterwards a large number of people appeared at the palace and introduced themselves as
neighbours of the neighbours of the farmer.
21. Which of the following should be the LAST (SIXTH) sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) 2
(B) 3
(C) 4
(D) 5
(E) 6
Ans : (C)
22. Which of the following should be the THIRD sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) 2
(B) 3
(C) 4
(D) 5
(E) 6
Ans : (D)
23. Which of the following should be the FIRST sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) 1
(B) 2
(C) 3
(D) 4
(E) 5
Ans : (E)
24. Which of the following should be the SECOND sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) 1
(B) 2
(C) 3
(D) 4
(E) 6
Ans : (B)
25. Which of the following should be the FOURTH sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) 1
(B) 2
(C) 3
(D) 4
(E) 5
Ans : (A)
Directions—(Q. 26 –30) Which of the phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D) given below should replace the
phrase given in bold in the following sentence to make it meaningful and grammatically correct. If the
sentence is correct as it is and No correction is required, mark (E) as the answer.
26. It is too early to say how the impact the new tax will have on investors.
(A) what impact
(B) that the impact
(C) how much impacts
(D) what are the impacts of
(E) No correction required
Ans : (A)
27. Unfortunately many of our towns and cities do have more good transportation systems.
(A) have a good
(B) not have good
(C) not have much good
(D) not having better
(E) No correction required
Ans : (B)
28. Banks charge differently rate of interest depending on the size of the loan.
(A) difference in rate of interests
(B) differently what rate of interest
(C) different rates of interest
(D) the different rate of interest
(E) No correction required
Ans : (C)
29. It is necessary that we take any steps to reduce pollution soon.
(A) we should take every
(B) we have taken no
(C) us to take any
(D) we take some
(E) No correction required
Ans : (D)
30. Kindly ask his advice regarding the various health insurance policies presently available.
(A) him to advise that
(B) regarding his advice
(C) that he should advise
(D) about his advice
(E) No correction required
Ans : (E)
Directions—(Q. 31 –40) Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error or
idiomatic error in it. The error, if any, will be in one part of the sentence. The letter of that part is the
answer. If there is no error, the answer is (E). (Ignore errors of punctuation, if any.)
31. The scheme has been (A) / implemented only in these (B) / part of the country and the (C) /
Prime Minister will visit it shortly. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (B)
32. The company has (A) / decided to sell half (B) / of it shares (C) / to a Chinese firm. (D) No
error (E)
Ans : (C)
33. Rajiv has won a prize of (A) / two million dollars which (B) / has to be shared (C) / with all his
team members. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (D)
34. We have an account (A) / with this bank and (B) / find the staff much (C) / helpful and
knowledgeable. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (C)
35. By opening so many (A) / branches in such a (B) / short time, they have (C) / used the wrong
strategy. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (B)
36. I do not understand (A) / about how the payment (B) / was made without (C) / the manager ’s
permission. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (B)
37. We have been (A) / telling them to (B) / drive carefully but (C) / they are never listening. (D)
No error (E)
Ans : (D)
38. During the interview (A) / with the General Manager (B) / I asked her what challenges (C) /
she was faced. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (D)
39. There is all sorts (A) / of regulations that have (B) / to be met before (C) / we get a licence. (D)
No error (E)
Ans : (A)
40. Today we are closer (A) / to reaching an agreement (B) / than we were (C) / a few months ago.
(D) No error (E)
Ans : (B)
Directions—(Q. 41–50) In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered.
These numbers are printed below the passage and against each, five words are suggested, one of
which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
For as long as I can remember I have thought of myself as a teacher and I still do even today. But in
1965 I decided to …
(41)… my hand at business. So I …
(42)… my father to allow me to …
(43)… up a printing and packaging plant. I …
(44)… the project proposal and applied for a …
(45)… Once it was approved I went …
(46)… the challenges of employing the right …
(47)… My project was successful and I …
(48)… an attractive profit. Becoming a rich businessman …
(49)… never my dream. It was just a …
(50)… of proving to myself and my family that I could be a success in buisness. This experience also
gave me a lot of selfconfidence.
41. (A) attempt
(B) try
(C) give
(D) show
(E) use
Ans : (B)
42. (A) permitted
(B) appealed
(C) offered
(D) persuaded
(E) prevailed
Ans : (D)
43. (A) built
(B) raise
(C) stand
(D) begin
(E) set
Ans : (E)
44. (A) extended
(B) prepared
(C) thought
(D) formulate
(E) draft
Ans : (B)
45. (A) loan
(B) post
(C) leave
(D) job
(E) relief
Ans : (A)
46. (A) through
(B) ahead
(C) for
(D) away
(E) under
Ans : (A)
47. (A) equipment
(B) knowledge
(C) behaviour
(D) role
(E) people
Ans : (E)
48. (A) gain
(B) benefited
(C) obtain
(D) reap
(E) made
Ans : (E)
49. (A) fulfilled
(B) pursued
(C) was
(D) had
(E) stayed
Ans : (C)
50. (A) state
(B) certificate
(C) way
(D) proof
(E) direction
Ans : (B)
These are lettered as (A), (B), (C) and (D). One of these four boldly printed words may be either
wrongly spelt or inappropriate in the context of the sentence. Find out the word which is wrongly
spelt or inappropriate, if any. The letter of that word is your answer. If all the boldly printed words are
correctly spelt and also appropriate in the context of the sentence, mark (E) i.e., ‘All Correct’ as your
answer.
1. RBI is unwilling (A) to enforce (B) these reuglations as these will discourage (C) investment.
(D) All Correct (E)
Ans : (E)
2. Many Indian firms have entry (A) into partnership (B) with foreign (C) ones of late. (D) All
Correct (E)
Ans : (A)
3. This is a prime (A) example (B) of what the government can achieve (C) if it is determine. (D)
All Correct (E)
Ans : (D)
4. They managed (A) to accomplice (B) this by coming (C) up with unique (D) schemes. All
Correct (E)
Ans : (B)
5. In such circumstances (A) do not take unnecessary (B) risks (C) with your savings. (D) All
Correct
(E)
Ans : (A)
Directions—(Q. 6 –20) Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it.
Certain words have been printed in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the
questions.
Rajendra was a landlord. He had made a lot of money by cheating and ill treating
his laboures who
worked in the fields. One day, a young man named Mani came to Rajendra, asking for work. Rajendra
was pleasantly surprised. No one had ever wanted to work for him because of his reputation, and here
was someone walking right into his house ! Mani ’s next few words surprised him even more. Mani
said, “I will work for you for free. Only give me a place to sleep, two sets of clothes and two square
meals a day.” Rajendra was beside himself with joy when he heard this and was about to agree, when
Mani added, “I have only one condition : I will tell you the truth always, but one day in the year, I will
lie.”
Rajendra, who lied happily everyday of the year, agreed to this odd condition. So Mani began working
for him. He was a wonderful worker –hardworking
and trustworthy. He was very honest and soon
became Rajendra’s righthand
man. Because of Mani’s hard work, Rajendra had an excellent harvest.
He and his wife, Manda, decided to have a big feast to celebrate. They invited all their relatives and
friends, from the village and outside as well. Everyone was looking forward to the delicious feast being
planned. On the morning of the feast, Rajendra decided he would also give away some gifts to his
relatives, just to show off. So he set off for the market in his cart.
As soon as he was out of sight, Mani went running to Manda. He wept loudly and beat his chest. Then
he fell on the floor, sobbing and announced, “The master is dead ! The cart overturned on the road. Our
master has been flattened like a chapatti !” As soon as Rajendra’s wife and relatives heard this, they
started wailing. Mani rushed out, saying he would bring back the body, while everyone started
preparing for the last rites. Mani now went running to his master and said, “Master ! Your wife is dead.
A cobra bit her and she fell to the ground, as blue as the spring sky. ” Rajendra was stunned. What !
His beloved Manda, his partner in all his schemes, was dead ! He hurried home shouting her name.
Manda too was weeping loudly, sitting in the courtyard. When she saw her husband run in, she
stopped midwail, and Rajendra too stoodopen mouthed. Then they fell into each other’s arms, unable
to believe their eyes. As one, they turned to Mani. “What is the meaning of this, Mani ?” His master
angrily demanded. Mani smiled. “Remember my condition, that I would lie once in the year ? Well, I
chose today. You see what lies can do ? Now think what happens to the people whom you lie to
everyday of the year ! ” Saying this, he walked out, leaving behind a stunned and ashamed landlord.
6. Why did Mani want to work for Rajendra ?
(A) Rajendra offered him food, clothing and shelter.
(B) To learn from Rajendra who was a successful businessman.
(C) To earn his trust so he could take over the business one day.
(D) He wanted to show Rajendra the error of his ways.
(E) Rajendra did not mind bad habit of telling lies.
Ans : (D)
7. Why did Rajendra shout at Mani one day ?
(1) Mani had lied to Rajendra and his wife causing them to fight.
(2) The feast had to be cancelled because of Mani and Rajendra suffered huge losses.
(3) He had embarrassed his wife and him in front of their friends and relatives.
(A) None
(B) Only (1)
(C) Only (1) and (2)
(D) Only (3)
(E) All (1), (2) and (3)
Ans : (D)
8. What was Rajendra’s immediate reaction on hearing the news of his wife’s ‘death’ ?
(A) He panicked because his wife was responsible for them being rich.
(B) He ran home at once because he doubted Mani’s honesty.
(C) He was very upset and rushed home at once.
(D) He wanted to make funeral arrangements.
(E) He went home to inform everyone that the feast was cancelled.
Ans : (C)
9. Why did Rajendra go out on the day of the feast ?
(A) He wanted to share his good fortune with his relatives.
(B) He took gifts for his relatives who were not as well off as he was.
(C) He wanted to boast about his prosperity to his relatives.
(D) To purchase groceries required for the feast from the market.
(E) He wanted to personally invite his relatives who lived outside the village.
Ans : (C)
10. Why did Mani work very hard for Rajendra ?
(A) He took pride in his work and wanted to ensure a good harvest.
(B) He was grateful to Rajendra for giving him a job.
(C) He knew Rajendra would share the profit with his right hand man.
(D) He considered himself as part to Rejendra’s family.
(E) None of these
Ans : (E)
11. Why did Rajendra accept Mani’s condition ?
(A) He did not value honesty.
(B) He had no intention of letting Mani fulfill it.
(C) He was an expert at detecting when people lied.
(D) He knew how difficult it was to stop lying.
(E) He predicted that Mani would be an excellent worker.
Ans : (D)
12. Why did Mani lie to Manda ?
(A) Out of revenge for not being invited to the feast.
(B) To find out whether Rajendra’s relatives cared about him or his wealth.
(C) To help her realise how much Rajendra meant to her.
(D) To delay the start of the feast as his master had not yet arrived.
(E) None of these
Ans : (B)
13. Which of the following is TRUE in the context of the passage ?
(A) Rajendra was ashamed only because Mani had managed to trick him.
(B) Mani had many friends who were cheated by Rajendra.
(C) Rajendra was a miser because despite being wealthy he travelled by cart.
(D) Mani was clever and a good actor.
(E) Manda was an excellent cook and had prepared a delicious feast.
Ans : (C)
14. Which of the following can be said about Manda ?
(1) She trusted Mani more than Rajendra.
(2) She had a good relationship with her husband’s relatives.
(3) She was dishonest.
(A) None
(B) Only (3)
(C) Only (1) and (3)
(D) Only (2) and (3)
(E) All (1), (2) and (3)
Ans : (A)
15. What opinion did Rajendra’s workers have of him ?
(A) He was generous for paying them and providing for their basic needs.
(B) He was a cheat and he exploited them.
(C) He was a weak man who listened only to his wife.
(D) He was unfair to his workers and paid each a different salary.
(E) None of these
Ans : (B)
Directions—(Q. 16–18) Choose the word or group of words which is MOST SIMILAR in MEANING
to the word printed in bold as used in the passage.
16. Pleasantly
(A) Extremely
(B) Delightfully
(C) Charming
(D) Friendly
(E) Coolly
Ans : (A)
17. Right
(A) Suitable
(B) Legally
(C) Accurately
(D) Straight
(E) Immediately
Ans : (D)
18. Wailing
(A) Crying
(B) Complaining
(C) Shouting
(D) Tears
(E) Grumbling
Ans : (A)
Directions—(Q. 19–20) Choose the word or group of words which is MOST OPPOSITE in
MEANING
to the word printed in bold as used in the passage.
19. Celebrate
(A) Insult
(B) Reject
(C) Dishonour
(D) Mourn
(E) Infamous
Ans : (C)
20. Planned
(A) Organised
(B) Deliberate
(C) Cancelled
(D) Informal
(E) Automatic
Ans : (C)
Directions—(Q. 21 –25) Rearrange the following six sentences 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 in the proper
sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.
1. Being generous by nature, the king offered them a meal and treated them kindly.
2. In appreciation the king ordered a stew to be prepared for the feast in honour of the farmer.
3. The king welcomed them too and placed before each a bowl of water saying. “This is the stew of the
stew of the hare !”
4. A few days later, a few people came to the court claiming to be neighbours of the farmer.
5. A poor farmer presented a fine hare to the king.
6. Not long afterwards a large number of people appeared at the palace and introduced themselves as
neighbours of the neighbours of the farmer.
21. Which of the following should be the LAST (SIXTH) sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) 2
(B) 3
(C) 4
(D) 5
(E) 6
Ans : (C)
22. Which of the following should be the THIRD sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) 2
(B) 3
(C) 4
(D) 5
(E) 6
Ans : (D)
23. Which of the following should be the FIRST sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) 1
(B) 2
(C) 3
(D) 4
(E) 5
Ans : (E)
24. Which of the following should be the SECOND sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) 1
(B) 2
(C) 3
(D) 4
(E) 6
Ans : (B)
25. Which of the following should be the FOURTH sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) 1
(B) 2
(C) 3
(D) 4
(E) 5
Ans : (A)
Directions—(Q. 26 –30) Which of the phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D) given below should replace the
phrase given in bold in the following sentence to make it meaningful and grammatically correct. If the
sentence is correct as it is and No correction is required, mark (E) as the answer.
26. It is too early to say how the impact the new tax will have on investors.
(A) what impact
(B) that the impact
(C) how much impacts
(D) what are the impacts of
(E) No correction required
Ans : (A)
27. Unfortunately many of our towns and cities do have more good transportation systems.
(A) have a good
(B) not have good
(C) not have much good
(D) not having better
(E) No correction required
Ans : (B)
28. Banks charge differently rate of interest depending on the size of the loan.
(A) difference in rate of interests
(B) differently what rate of interest
(C) different rates of interest
(D) the different rate of interest
(E) No correction required
Ans : (C)
29. It is necessary that we take any steps to reduce pollution soon.
(A) we should take every
(B) we have taken no
(C) us to take any
(D) we take some
(E) No correction required
Ans : (D)
30. Kindly ask his advice regarding the various health insurance policies presently available.
(A) him to advise that
(B) regarding his advice
(C) that he should advise
(D) about his advice
(E) No correction required
Ans : (E)
Directions—(Q. 31 –40) Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error or
idiomatic error in it. The error, if any, will be in one part of the sentence. The letter of that part is the
answer. If there is no error, the answer is (E). (Ignore errors of punctuation, if any.)
31. The scheme has been (A) / implemented only in these (B) / part of the country and the (C) /
Prime Minister will visit it shortly. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (B)
32. The company has (A) / decided to sell half (B) / of it shares (C) / to a Chinese firm. (D) No
error (E)
Ans : (C)
33. Rajiv has won a prize of (A) / two million dollars which (B) / has to be shared (C) / with all his
team members. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (D)
34. We have an account (A) / with this bank and (B) / find the staff much (C) / helpful and
knowledgeable. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (C)
35. By opening so many (A) / branches in such a (B) / short time, they have (C) / used the wrong
strategy. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (B)
36. I do not understand (A) / about how the payment (B) / was made without (C) / the manager ’s
permission. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (B)
37. We have been (A) / telling them to (B) / drive carefully but (C) / they are never listening. (D)
No error (E)
Ans : (D)
38. During the interview (A) / with the General Manager (B) / I asked her what challenges (C) /
she was faced. (D) No error (E)
Ans : (D)
39. There is all sorts (A) / of regulations that have (B) / to be met before (C) / we get a licence. (D)
No error (E)
Ans : (A)
40. Today we are closer (A) / to reaching an agreement (B) / than we were (C) / a few months ago.
(D) No error (E)
Ans : (B)
Directions—(Q. 41–50) In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered.
These numbers are printed below the passage and against each, five words are suggested, one of
which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
For as long as I can remember I have thought of myself as a teacher and I still do even today. But in
1965 I decided to …
(41)… my hand at business. So I …
(42)… my father to allow me to …
(43)… up a printing and packaging plant. I …
(44)… the project proposal and applied for a …
(45)… Once it was approved I went …
(46)… the challenges of employing the right …
(47)… My project was successful and I …
(48)… an attractive profit. Becoming a rich businessman …
(49)… never my dream. It was just a …
(50)… of proving to myself and my family that I could be a success in buisness. This experience also
gave me a lot of selfconfidence.
41. (A) attempt
(B) try
(C) give
(D) show
(E) use
Ans : (B)
42. (A) permitted
(B) appealed
(C) offered
(D) persuaded
(E) prevailed
Ans : (D)
43. (A) built
(B) raise
(C) stand
(D) begin
(E) set
Ans : (E)
44. (A) extended
(B) prepared
(C) thought
(D) formulate
(E) draft
Ans : (B)
45. (A) loan
(B) post
(C) leave
(D) job
(E) relief
Ans : (A)
46. (A) through
(B) ahead
(C) for
(D) away
(E) under
Ans : (A)
47. (A) equipment
(B) knowledge
(C) behaviour
(D) role
(E) people
Ans : (E)
48. (A) gain
(B) benefited
(C) obtain
(D) reap
(E) made
Ans : (E)
49. (A) fulfilled
(B) pursued
(C) was
(D) had
(E) stayed
Ans : (C)
50. (A) state
(B) certificate
(C) way
(D) proof
(E) direction
Ans : (B)
State Bank of India Clerk Exam., 2008 General English : Solved Paper (Held on 6-7-2008)
Directions—(Q. 41–50) Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it.
Certain words are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions.
The yearly festival was close at hand. The store room was packed with silk fabrics. gold ornaments,
clay bowls full of sweet curd and platefuls of sweetmeats. The orders had been placed with shops well
in advance. The mother was sending out gifts to everyone.
The eldest son, a government servant, lived with his wife and children in far off lands. The second son
had left home at an early age. As a merchant he travelled all over the world. The other sons had split up
over petty squabbles, and they now lived in homes of their own. The relatives were spread all across
the world. They rarely visited. The youngest son, left in the company of a servant, was soon bored and
stood at the door all day long, waiting and watching. His mother, thrilled and excited, loaded the
presents on trays and plates, covered them with colourful kerchiefs, and sent them off with maids and
servants. The neighbours looked on.
The day came to an end. All the presents had been sent off.
The child came back into the house and dejectedly said to his mother, “Maa, you gave a present to
everyone, but you didn’t give me anything !”
His mother laughed, “I have given all the gifts away to everyone, now see what’s left for you.” She
kissed him on the forehead.
The child said in a tearful voice, “Don’t I get a gift ?”
“You’ll get it when you go far away.”
“But when I am close to you, don’t I get something from your own hands ?”
His mother reached out her arms and drew him to her. “This is all I have in my own hands. It is the
most precious of all.”
41. Why did the woman's second son travel ?
(A) He was restless by nature
(B) He did not want to stay at home
(C) He was rich and could afford to travel
(D) His job was such that he had to travel
(E) None of these
42. Why did the woman’s eldest son not attend the festival ?
(A) He was not on good terms with his youngest brother who lived at home
(B) He had quarrelled with his mother
(C) His wife did not allow him to return home
(D) His job prevented him from taking leave
(E) None of these
43. How did the woman prepare for the festival ?
1. She bought expensive gifts for her children and neighbours.
2. She ordered her servants to prepare sweets and food well in advance.
3. She made sure that her youngest child was looked after so that he wouldn’t be bored.
(A) None
(B) Only 1
(C) Only 2
(D) Both 1 and 2
(E) All 1, 2 and 3
44. What did the youngest child do while his mother was busy ?
1. He waited for a chance to steal some sweetmeats.
2. He pestered his mother to give him a present.
3. He stood at the door with servants.
(A) Only 1
(B) Only 2
(C) Both 1 and 3
(D) Only 3
(E) None of these
45. Which of the following can be said about the woman ?
(A) She was a widow who had brought up her children single handedly
(B) She was not a good mother since her children had left home at an early age
(C) She enjoyed sending her family gifts at festival time
(D) She gave expensive presents to show that she was wealthy
(E) She rarely visited her grand-children because they all lived abroad
46. What did the boy receive from his mother ?
(A) She taught him the value of patience
(B) She encouraged him to grow up and live independently like his brothers
(C) She showed him the importance of giving expensive gifts
(D) She gave him a hug to express her love
(E) None of these
47. Which of the following is TRUE in the context of the passage ?
(A) The woman usually ignored her youngest son
(B) The woman’s eldest son lived abroad
(C) The members of the woman’s family did not care about her
(D) The woman made all the preparations herself since she did not want to burden the servants
(E) The woman sent gifts to her children to ensure that they visited her
Directions—(Q. 48–49) Choose the word which is most nearly the SAME in meaning as the word
printed in bold as used in the passage.
48. Left
(A) Gone
(B) Quit
(C) Remaining
(D) Disappeared
(E) Forgot
49. Packed
(A) Filled
(B) Squeezed
(C) Crowd
(D) Collected
(E) Untidy
50. Choose the word which is most OPPOSITE in meaning of the word dejectedly as used in the
passage.
(A) Calmly
(B) Happily
(C) Willingly
(D) Fortunately
(E) Softly
Directions—(Q. 51–55) Read each sentence to find out whether there is any error in it. The error, if
any, will be in one part of the sentence. The letter of that part is the answer. If there is no error, the
answer is (E). (Ignore errors of punctuation, if any)
51. Many multinational companies (A) / have not been as (B) /successful in India (C) /than we
expected. (D) No error (E)
52. He has ruined (A) /his eyesight (B) /by not using (C) /his spectacles regularly. (D) No error (E)
53. Mostly of the (A) /newly recruited officers (B) /have no experience (C) /in the banking sector. (D)
No error (E)
54. The resignation of (A) /one of our directors (B) /have caused the price (C) / of shares to fall. (D) No
error (E)
55. There are many (A) /ways of which (B) /inflation can (C) /be measured. (D) No error (E)
Directions—(Q. 56–60) Which of the phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D) given below should replace the
phrase given in bold in the following sentence to make the sentence grammatically meaningful and
correct. If the sentence is correct as it is and ‘No correction is required.’ mark (E) as the answer.
56. Each of the loan must be approved by the Branch Manager—
(A) Every loan
(B) Each one of the loan
(C) Any of the loan
(D) All of the loan
(E) No correction required
57. The issue was taken before the Municipal Corporation meeting last week—
(A) Taking place at
(B) Taken after
(C) Being taken in
(D) Taken up at
(E) No correction required
58. He has asked for the names of those employees involved in the project.
(A) had asked
(B) having asked about
(C) was asked that
(D) is asking
(E) no correction required
59. Considerate the traffic, it is better to leave for the airport an hour early—
(A) While considering
(B) Consideration of
(C) Considering
(D) Being considerate to
(E) No correction required
60. He is a good leader, knowing that to motivate his employees to achieve—
(A) That known when
(B) Who knows how
(C) Which knows how
(D) Knowing what
(E) No correction required
Directions—(Q. 61–65) Rearrange the following six sentences (1), (2), (3), (4), (5) and (6) in the
proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.
(1) The able bodied men of the tribe gathered to discuss how to climb the mountain.
(2) As part of their plundering they kidnapped a baby of one of the families.
(3) One day the mountain tribe invaded those living in the valley.
(4) “We couldn’t climb the mountain. How could you?”, they asked, “It wasn’t your baby !” she
replied.
(5) There were two tribes in the Andes–one lived in the valley and the other high up in the mountains.
(6) Two days later they noticed the child’s mother coming down the mountain that they hadn’t yet
figured out how to climb.
61. Which of the following should be the SECOND sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) (1)
(B) (2)
(C) (3)
(D) (4)
(E) (5)
62. Which of the following should be the FIFTH sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) (6)
(B) (5)
(C) (4)
(D) (3)
(E) (2)
63. Which of the following should be the FIRST sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) (1)
(B) (2)
(C) (3)
(D) (4)
(E) (5)
64. Which of the following should be the SIXTH (LAST) sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) (1)
(B) (2)
(C) (3)
(D) (4)
(E) (5)
65. Which of the following should be the THIRD sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) (1)
(B) (2)
(C) (3)
(D) (4)
(E) (5)
Directions—(Q. 66–70) In each question below a sentence with four words printed in bold type is
given. These are lettered (A), (B), (C) and (D). One of these four words printed in bold may be either
wrongly spelt or inappropriate in the context of the sentence. Find out the word, which is wrongly spelt
or inappropriate, if any. The letter of that word is your answer. If all the words printed in bold are
correctly spelt and also appropriate in the context of the sentence mark (E) i.e., all correct as your
answer.
66. The income (A) of many people in rural (B) India is not adequate (C) to satisfy (D) their basic
needs. All correct (E)
67. He is always (A) prompt (B) in caring (C) out instructions. (D) All correct (E)
68. The revized (A) rates (B) of interest will be effective (C) immediately. (D) All correct (E)
69. Such transactions (A) are quiet (B) expensive (C) and time consuming (D) for customers. All
correct (E)
70. The guidelines (A) of the new scheme (B) are expected (C) to be finally (D) soon. All correct (E)
Directions—(Q. 71–80) In the following passage there are blanks each of which has been numbered.
These numbers are printed below the passage and against each five words/ phrases are suggested one of
which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
I used to look …(71)… to the holidays. I was usually …(72)… to my uncle’s house where I …(73)…
his children. I did not get paid a salary for …(74)… What I received in return however, was far more
…(75)… My uncle was an avid reader. During the time I spent with his family I had an …(76)… to
read the vast amount of books and magazines that he possessed. This improved my English to some …
(77)… Reading became my new …(78–79)… spending my pocket money on a ticket to the cinema I
began to …(80)… books. This has benefited me greatly.
71. (A) forward
(B) towards
(C) backward
(D) up
(E) around
72. (A) went
(B) sent
(C) visited
(D) travelled
(E) gone
73. (A) cared
(B) occupy
(C) guarded
(D) taught
(E) played
74. (A) them
(B) whom
(C) this
(D) now
(E) which
75. (A) expensive
(B) deserving
(C) helping
(D) demanding
(E) valuable
76. (A) opportunity
(B) ability
(C) use
(D) encouragement
(E) achievement
77. (A) distance
(B) extent
(C) time
(D) limits
(E) degrees
78. (A) activity
(B) hope
(C) hobby
(D) duty
(E) worship
79. (A) despite
(B) though
(C) by
(D) instead of
(E) while
80. (A) sell
(B) read
(C) exchange
(D) invest
(E) buy
Answers:
41. (D) 42. (E) 43. (A) 44. (D)
45. (C) 46. (D) 47. (B)
48. (C) 49. (A) 50. (C)
51. (D) Replace ‘than’ with ‘as’.
52. (E)
53. (A) Change ‘Mostly’ to ‘Most’.
54. (C) Change ‘have’ to ‘has’.
55. (B) Replace ‘of’ with ‘in’.
56. (A) 57. (D) 58. (E) 59. (C) 60. (B)
61. (C) 62. (A) 63. (E) 64. (D) 65. (B)
66. (E) 67. (C) 68. (A) 69. (E) 70. (D)
71. (A) 72. (B) 73. (D) 74. (C) 75. (E)
76. (A) 77. (B) 78. (C) 79. (D) 80. (E)
Certain words are printed in bold to help you to locate them while answering some of the questions.
The yearly festival was close at hand. The store room was packed with silk fabrics. gold ornaments,
clay bowls full of sweet curd and platefuls of sweetmeats. The orders had been placed with shops well
in advance. The mother was sending out gifts to everyone.
The eldest son, a government servant, lived with his wife and children in far off lands. The second son
had left home at an early age. As a merchant he travelled all over the world. The other sons had split up
over petty squabbles, and they now lived in homes of their own. The relatives were spread all across
the world. They rarely visited. The youngest son, left in the company of a servant, was soon bored and
stood at the door all day long, waiting and watching. His mother, thrilled and excited, loaded the
presents on trays and plates, covered them with colourful kerchiefs, and sent them off with maids and
servants. The neighbours looked on.
The day came to an end. All the presents had been sent off.
The child came back into the house and dejectedly said to his mother, “Maa, you gave a present to
everyone, but you didn’t give me anything !”
His mother laughed, “I have given all the gifts away to everyone, now see what’s left for you.” She
kissed him on the forehead.
The child said in a tearful voice, “Don’t I get a gift ?”
“You’ll get it when you go far away.”
“But when I am close to you, don’t I get something from your own hands ?”
His mother reached out her arms and drew him to her. “This is all I have in my own hands. It is the
most precious of all.”
41. Why did the woman's second son travel ?
(A) He was restless by nature
(B) He did not want to stay at home
(C) He was rich and could afford to travel
(D) His job was such that he had to travel
(E) None of these
42. Why did the woman’s eldest son not attend the festival ?
(A) He was not on good terms with his youngest brother who lived at home
(B) He had quarrelled with his mother
(C) His wife did not allow him to return home
(D) His job prevented him from taking leave
(E) None of these
43. How did the woman prepare for the festival ?
1. She bought expensive gifts for her children and neighbours.
2. She ordered her servants to prepare sweets and food well in advance.
3. She made sure that her youngest child was looked after so that he wouldn’t be bored.
(A) None
(B) Only 1
(C) Only 2
(D) Both 1 and 2
(E) All 1, 2 and 3
44. What did the youngest child do while his mother was busy ?
1. He waited for a chance to steal some sweetmeats.
2. He pestered his mother to give him a present.
3. He stood at the door with servants.
(A) Only 1
(B) Only 2
(C) Both 1 and 3
(D) Only 3
(E) None of these
45. Which of the following can be said about the woman ?
(A) She was a widow who had brought up her children single handedly
(B) She was not a good mother since her children had left home at an early age
(C) She enjoyed sending her family gifts at festival time
(D) She gave expensive presents to show that she was wealthy
(E) She rarely visited her grand-children because they all lived abroad
46. What did the boy receive from his mother ?
(A) She taught him the value of patience
(B) She encouraged him to grow up and live independently like his brothers
(C) She showed him the importance of giving expensive gifts
(D) She gave him a hug to express her love
(E) None of these
47. Which of the following is TRUE in the context of the passage ?
(A) The woman usually ignored her youngest son
(B) The woman’s eldest son lived abroad
(C) The members of the woman’s family did not care about her
(D) The woman made all the preparations herself since she did not want to burden the servants
(E) The woman sent gifts to her children to ensure that they visited her
Directions—(Q. 48–49) Choose the word which is most nearly the SAME in meaning as the word
printed in bold as used in the passage.
48. Left
(A) Gone
(B) Quit
(C) Remaining
(D) Disappeared
(E) Forgot
49. Packed
(A) Filled
(B) Squeezed
(C) Crowd
(D) Collected
(E) Untidy
50. Choose the word which is most OPPOSITE in meaning of the word dejectedly as used in the
passage.
(A) Calmly
(B) Happily
(C) Willingly
(D) Fortunately
(E) Softly
Directions—(Q. 51–55) Read each sentence to find out whether there is any error in it. The error, if
any, will be in one part of the sentence. The letter of that part is the answer. If there is no error, the
answer is (E). (Ignore errors of punctuation, if any)
51. Many multinational companies (A) / have not been as (B) /successful in India (C) /than we
expected. (D) No error (E)
52. He has ruined (A) /his eyesight (B) /by not using (C) /his spectacles regularly. (D) No error (E)
53. Mostly of the (A) /newly recruited officers (B) /have no experience (C) /in the banking sector. (D)
No error (E)
54. The resignation of (A) /one of our directors (B) /have caused the price (C) / of shares to fall. (D) No
error (E)
55. There are many (A) /ways of which (B) /inflation can (C) /be measured. (D) No error (E)
Directions—(Q. 56–60) Which of the phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D) given below should replace the
phrase given in bold in the following sentence to make the sentence grammatically meaningful and
correct. If the sentence is correct as it is and ‘No correction is required.’ mark (E) as the answer.
56. Each of the loan must be approved by the Branch Manager—
(A) Every loan
(B) Each one of the loan
(C) Any of the loan
(D) All of the loan
(E) No correction required
57. The issue was taken before the Municipal Corporation meeting last week—
(A) Taking place at
(B) Taken after
(C) Being taken in
(D) Taken up at
(E) No correction required
58. He has asked for the names of those employees involved in the project.
(A) had asked
(B) having asked about
(C) was asked that
(D) is asking
(E) no correction required
59. Considerate the traffic, it is better to leave for the airport an hour early—
(A) While considering
(B) Consideration of
(C) Considering
(D) Being considerate to
(E) No correction required
60. He is a good leader, knowing that to motivate his employees to achieve—
(A) That known when
(B) Who knows how
(C) Which knows how
(D) Knowing what
(E) No correction required
Directions—(Q. 61–65) Rearrange the following six sentences (1), (2), (3), (4), (5) and (6) in the
proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph; then answer the questions given below them.
(1) The able bodied men of the tribe gathered to discuss how to climb the mountain.
(2) As part of their plundering they kidnapped a baby of one of the families.
(3) One day the mountain tribe invaded those living in the valley.
(4) “We couldn’t climb the mountain. How could you?”, they asked, “It wasn’t your baby !” she
replied.
(5) There were two tribes in the Andes–one lived in the valley and the other high up in the mountains.
(6) Two days later they noticed the child’s mother coming down the mountain that they hadn’t yet
figured out how to climb.
61. Which of the following should be the SECOND sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) (1)
(B) (2)
(C) (3)
(D) (4)
(E) (5)
62. Which of the following should be the FIFTH sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) (6)
(B) (5)
(C) (4)
(D) (3)
(E) (2)
63. Which of the following should be the FIRST sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) (1)
(B) (2)
(C) (3)
(D) (4)
(E) (5)
64. Which of the following should be the SIXTH (LAST) sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) (1)
(B) (2)
(C) (3)
(D) (4)
(E) (5)
65. Which of the following should be the THIRD sentence after rearrangement ?
(A) (1)
(B) (2)
(C) (3)
(D) (4)
(E) (5)
Directions—(Q. 66–70) In each question below a sentence with four words printed in bold type is
given. These are lettered (A), (B), (C) and (D). One of these four words printed in bold may be either
wrongly spelt or inappropriate in the context of the sentence. Find out the word, which is wrongly spelt
or inappropriate, if any. The letter of that word is your answer. If all the words printed in bold are
correctly spelt and also appropriate in the context of the sentence mark (E) i.e., all correct as your
answer.
66. The income (A) of many people in rural (B) India is not adequate (C) to satisfy (D) their basic
needs. All correct (E)
67. He is always (A) prompt (B) in caring (C) out instructions. (D) All correct (E)
68. The revized (A) rates (B) of interest will be effective (C) immediately. (D) All correct (E)
69. Such transactions (A) are quiet (B) expensive (C) and time consuming (D) for customers. All
correct (E)
70. The guidelines (A) of the new scheme (B) are expected (C) to be finally (D) soon. All correct (E)
Directions—(Q. 71–80) In the following passage there are blanks each of which has been numbered.
These numbers are printed below the passage and against each five words/ phrases are suggested one of
which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
I used to look …(71)… to the holidays. I was usually …(72)… to my uncle’s house where I …(73)…
his children. I did not get paid a salary for …(74)… What I received in return however, was far more
…(75)… My uncle was an avid reader. During the time I spent with his family I had an …(76)… to
read the vast amount of books and magazines that he possessed. This improved my English to some …
(77)… Reading became my new …(78–79)… spending my pocket money on a ticket to the cinema I
began to …(80)… books. This has benefited me greatly.
71. (A) forward
(B) towards
(C) backward
(D) up
(E) around
72. (A) went
(B) sent
(C) visited
(D) travelled
(E) gone
73. (A) cared
(B) occupy
(C) guarded
(D) taught
(E) played
74. (A) them
(B) whom
(C) this
(D) now
(E) which
75. (A) expensive
(B) deserving
(C) helping
(D) demanding
(E) valuable
76. (A) opportunity
(B) ability
(C) use
(D) encouragement
(E) achievement
77. (A) distance
(B) extent
(C) time
(D) limits
(E) degrees
78. (A) activity
(B) hope
(C) hobby
(D) duty
(E) worship
79. (A) despite
(B) though
(C) by
(D) instead of
(E) while
80. (A) sell
(B) read
(C) exchange
(D) invest
(E) buy
Answers:
41. (D) 42. (E) 43. (A) 44. (D)
45. (C) 46. (D) 47. (B)
48. (C) 49. (A) 50. (C)
51. (D) Replace ‘than’ with ‘as’.
52. (E)
53. (A) Change ‘Mostly’ to ‘Most’.
54. (C) Change ‘have’ to ‘has’.
55. (B) Replace ‘of’ with ‘in’.
56. (A) 57. (D) 58. (E) 59. (C) 60. (B)
61. (C) 62. (A) 63. (E) 64. (D) 65. (B)
66. (E) 67. (C) 68. (A) 69. (E) 70. (D)
71. (A) 72. (B) 73. (D) 74. (C) 75. (E)
76. (A) 77. (B) 78. (C) 79. (D) 80. (E)
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