ENGLISH - Online Test
Q1. Which of the following word is most similar to ‘Disruptive’ ?
Answer : Option D
Explaination / Solution:
Bewitch - enchant and delight (someone).
Counteract - act against (something) in order to reduce its force or neutralize it.
Dismantle - take (a machine or structure) to pieces.
Detonate - explode or cause to explode.
Q2. Direction: Each question below has two blanks. There are five pairs of words below each sentence. Each pair is, numbered. Choose the pair of words which can be filled up in the blanks in the sentence in the same order so as to complete the sentence meaningfully.
Although religion does not _____ the accusation of wealth, the tenor of its teaching is to _____ an attitude of indifference of worldly things.
Answer : Option B
Explaination / Solution:
Manifest means to make clear, to exhibit. Induce means to cause to happen. Both the words fit in the statement well.
Q3.
Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the given questions. Certain words/phrases are given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
The World Bank’s agreement with the India-led International Solar Alliance (ISA) to help it mobilise a trillion dollars in investments by 2030 and its billion-dollar programme to support Indian initiatives for expanded solar generation are significant steps in the global transition to a clean energy pathway. While the cost of solar power has been declining, one of the biggest obstacles to a scale-up in developing countries has been the high cost of finance for photovoltaic projects. That problem can be addressed by the ISA through the World Bank partnership, as the agreement will help develop financing instruments, reduce hedging costs and currency risks, and enable technology transfer. India has raised its ambitions five-fold since the time it launched the National Solar Mission, and the target now is an installed capacity of 100 gigawatts by 2022 out of a total of 175 GW from all renewables. Strong policy support is also necessary to improve domestic manufacture of solar cells and panels, which has remained unattractive because cheap imports are available. India’s efforts have also suffered a setback, with the adverse WTO ruling against the stipulation of a prescribed level of domestic content for solar projects. Developing a strong solar manufacturing industry is essential for sustained economic growth, and to connect those who never had the boon of electricity.
Support from the World Bank for large-scale and rooftop solar deployments, innovative and hybrid technologies, and storage and transmission lines presents an opportunity for India to go the German way and achieve energiewende, or energy transition. For instance, the $625-million grid-connected rooftop solar fund could help strengthen State-level programmes for net metering. A transparent regime that enables individuals and communities to plug into the grid without bureaucratic hurdles would unlock small-scale private investment. There are several pointers from Germany’s experience as a leading solar- and wind-powered nation to prepare for a major ramping up of these green sources. Arguably, the strength and reliability of a power grid capable of handling more power than is available are fundamental to induct higher levels of renewable power. The emphasis here must also be on improving transmission lines: the World Bank programme promises to provide the necessary linkage to solar-rich States. Making power grids intelligent to analyse and give priority to use the output of renewables, accurately forecast the weather to plan next day generation, and viability mechanisms for conventional coal-based plants are other aspects that need attention. Innovation in battery technology is a potential gold mine for the solar alliance and for India to exploit.
How according to the passage will the World Bank’s agreement with the India-led International Solar Alliance (ISA) help?
Answer : Option E
Explaination / Solution:
It can be inferred from the first paragraph.
Q4. Which of the following word is Most Opposite to 'Scathing'?
Answer : Option D
Explaination / Solution:
Scathing- extremely severe or harsh
Mordant - (especially of humour) having or showing a sharp or critical quality; biting.
Acrimonious - (typically of speech or discussion) angry and bitter.
Virulent - (of a disease or poison) extremely severe or harmful in its effects.
Innocuous - not harmful or offensive.
Q5. Direction: Each question below has two blanks. There are five pairs of words below each sentence. Each pair is, numbered. Choose the pair of words which can be filled up in the blanks in the sentence in the same order so as to complete the sentence meaningfully.
As everybody is ____ attached to his motherland it is difficult to find a man who is ____ of love for his motherland.
Answer : Option E
Explaination / Solution:
We generally use the word 'deeply' with attached. The sentence has a tone of antagonism. Since the first half of the statement talks of deep attachment for motherland, the latter should be opposite. Corresponding to this, 'devoid' also fits in well.
Q6.
Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the given questions. Certain words/phrases are given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
The World Bank’s agreement with the India-led International Solar Alliance (ISA) to help it mobilise a trillion dollars in investments by 2030 and its billion-dollar programme to support Indian initiatives for expanded solar generation are significant steps in the global transition to a clean energy pathway. While the cost of solar power has been declining, one of the biggest obstacles to a scale-up in developing countries has been the high cost of finance for photovoltaic projects. That problem can be addressed by the ISA through the World Bank partnership, as the agreement will help develop financing instruments, reduce hedging costs and currency risks, and enable technology transfer. India has raised its ambitions five-fold since the time it launched the National Solar Mission, and the target now is an installed capacity of 100 gigawatts by 2022 out of a total of 175 GW from all renewables. Strong policy support is also necessary to improve domestic manufacture of solar cells and panels, which has remained unattractive because cheap imports are available. India’s efforts have also suffered a setback, with the adverse WTO ruling against the stipulation of a prescribed level of domestic content for solar projects. Developing a strong solar manufacturing industry is essential for sustained economic growth, and to connect those who never had the boon of electricity.
Support from the World Bank for large-scale and rooftop solar deployments, innovative and hybrid technologies, and storage and transmission lines presents an opportunity for India to go the German way and achieve energiewende, or energy transition. For instance, the $625-million grid-connected rooftop solar fund could help strengthen State-level programmes for net metering. A transparent regime that enables individuals and communities to plug into the grid without bureaucratic hurdles would unlock small-scale private investment. There are several pointers from Germany’s experience as a leading solar- and wind-powered nation to prepare for a major ramping up of these green sources. Arguably, the strength and reliability of a power grid capable of handling more power than is available are fundamental to induct higher levels of renewable power. The emphasis here must also be on improving transmission lines: the World Bank programme promises to provide the necessary linkage to solar-rich States. Making power grids intelligent to analyse and give priority to use the output of renewables, accurately forecast the weather to plan next day generation, and viability mechanisms for conventional coal-based plants are other aspects that need attention. Innovation in battery technology is a potential gold mine for the solar alliance and for India to exploit.
Which of the following would be a suitable title of the passage?
Answer : Option D
Explaination / Solution:
After considering the context of the passage, 'Sunny times for solar' seems to be the most apt title for the passage.
Q7. Which of the following means to apply bodily or intellectual effort?
Answer : Option C
Explaination / Solution:
Dismissive - feeling or showing that something is unworthy of consideration.
Flip - move, push, or throw (something) easily with a sudden quick movement.
Exert - apply or bring to bear (a force, influence, or quality).
Expel - officially make (someone) leave a school or other organization.
Q8. Direction: Each sentence has two blanks, each blank indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the words that best fit the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
It is every musician’s _____ to be appreciated by an audience that _____ its music.
Answer : Option B
Explaination / Solution:
'Wish', 'dream' and 'desire' can be used interchangeably, so the key to solve this question is understanding the grammatical sttructure of the statement. The statement seems to be presented like a generic statement and simple present is used in such places, so 'knows' fits the second blank and thus B is the correct response.
Q9.
Direction: Read the following passage carefully and answer the given questions. Certain words/phrases are given in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
The World Bank’s agreement with the India-led International Solar Alliance (ISA) to help it mobilise a trillion dollars in investments by 2030 and its billion-dollar programme to support Indian initiatives for expanded solar generation are significant steps in the global transition to a clean energy pathway. While the cost of solar power has been declining, one of the biggest obstacles to a scale-up in developing countries has been the high cost of finance for photovoltaic projects. That problem can be addressed by the ISA through the World Bank partnership, as the agreement will help develop financing instruments, reduce hedging costs and currency risks, and enable technology transfer. India has raised its ambitions five-fold since the time it launched the National Solar Mission, and the target now is an installed capacity of 100 gigawatts by 2022 out of a total of 175 GW from all renewables. Strong policy support is also necessary to improve domestic manufacture of solar cells and panels, which has remained unattractive because cheap imports are available. India’s efforts have also suffered a setback, with the adverse WTO ruling against the stipulation of a prescribed level of domestic content for solar projects. Developing a strong solar manufacturing industry is essential for sustained economic growth, and to connect those who never had the boon of electricity.
Support from the World Bank for large-scale and rooftop solar deployments, innovative and hybrid technologies, and storage and transmission lines presents an opportunity for India to go the German way and achieve energiewende, or energy transition. For instance, the $625-million grid-connected rooftop solar fund could help strengthen State-level programmes for net metering. A transparent regime that enables individuals and communities to plug into the grid without bureaucratic hurdles would unlock small-scale private investment. There are several pointers from Germany’s experience as a leading solar- and wind-powered nation to prepare for a major ramping up of these green sources. Arguably, the strength and reliability of a power grid capable of handling more power than is available are fundamental to induct higher levels of renewable power. The emphasis here must also be on improving transmission lines: the World Bank programme promises to provide the necessary linkage to solar-rich States. Making power grids intelligent to analyse and give priority to use the output of renewables, accurately forecast the weather to plan next day generation, and viability mechanisms for conventional coal-based plants are other aspects that need attention. Innovation in battery technology is a potential gold mine for the solar alliance and for India to exploit.
Which among the following is MOST SIMILAR in meaning to the word “ambition”?
Answer : Option E
Explaination / Solution:
'Aspiration' is the most similar word for ambition.
Q10. Which has the similar meaning an act or remark that is calculated to gain an advantage, especially at the outset of a situation?
Answer : Option C
Explaination / Solution:
Gambit - an act or remark that is calculated to gain an advantage, especially at the outset of a situation
Hesitate - pause in indecision before saying or doing something.
Procrastinate - delay or postpone action; put off doing something.
Gambit - an act or remark that is calculated to gain an advantage, especially at the outset of a situation.
Adjourn - break off (a meeting, legal case, or game) with the intention of resuming it later.
