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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. <br><br> Crude oil has had a long history, and an interesting one. It is probably one single natural resource that has been instrumental in producing maximum conflicts and wars during the last century. With such a track record, it is surprising that in the given environment, wherein oil prices are breaking all records, and has become the biggest cause of concern across the globe, why is it that there is silence from some parts of the world ? It is Intriguing especially when some have been paying a much higher price on fuel, as compared to their poorer counterparts. It is surprising, more so, when one realizes that the number of oil producing nations is only a handful and compared to the number of oil consuming nations. While a proactive action from the mighty and powerful can bring in a huge respite for the world, why is it that they choose to be silent ?Also, keeping in mind the fact that a few nations - both powerful and weak have some of the largest unused oil reserves, their silence and lack of any serious action look at the more aberrant. Looking at the manner things are shaping up, it just cannot be ruled out that possibly these nations have a definite interest in the increasing prices of oil. The question then is what could their underlying interest be? In all probability, what we are seeing right now is just a precursor to the larger picture, well laid out by them may be for the good. With rising prices, the OPEC might be delighted right now, but perhaps they are unable to see what is going to hit them. For this unprecedented rise in oil is creating a most demanding environment for alternative fuels. As and when the reserves deplete and demand really grows, more than anyone else, it is OPEC that would be badly hit, much to the glee of some nations having unused reserves which have the most to gain by using blackmailing tactics. Eventually, the countries at the receiving end would be forced to create an enabling environment for alternative energy. This trend is already visible, with India showing the way with its nuclear deal and other countries dangling the carrot of complete conversion of natural gas towards other countries in order to boost their own business. By doing so they are creating a tactical pressure on countries. As they know that the further the oil prices get pushed, the more the globe would become attracted and ready for alternative and nonconventional fuel. <br><br> Moreover, for many of the countries, it might become more expensive to invest in newer technologies to conform to the emission norms than to shift to alternative sources, making the market even more attractive. And it is then that the organisations which have already invested billions of dollars in alternate fuels would mop up the global energy market completely. <br><br> The second possible reason why some nations of the world are not too enthusiastic to mitigate the price of oil is because the rising oil price is perhaps one of the major deterrents to growth of other countries. Perhaps they were hand in glove in the mechanism to raise the oil price and knowing well that this would make these nations feel the pinch. And now, the rising oil prices have put these nations in a fix. As the pressure of inflationary tendencies increases these countries cannot afford either to sit back and remain entrapped in the larger conspiracy. No wonder then that these are frantically looking around the globe - especially Africa - for newer reserves I As it is said, oil has a long history and the legacy continues.
Which nations does the author refer to the phrase 'these nations have a definite interest in the increasing prices of oil'?
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. <br><br> Crude oil has had a long history, and an interesting one. It is probably one single natural resource that has been instrumental in producing maximum conflicts and wars during the last century. With such a track record, it is surprising that in the given environment, wherein oil prices are breaking all records, and has become the biggest cause of concern across the globe, why is it that there is silence from some parts of the world ? It is Intriguing especially when some have been paying a much higher price on fuel, as compared to their poorer counterparts. It is surprising, more so, when one realizes that the number of oil producing nations is only a handful and compared to the number of oil consuming nations. While a proactive action from the mighty and powerful can bring in a huge respite for the world, why is it that they choose to be silent ?Also, keeping in mind the fact that a few nations - both powerful and weak have some of the largest unused oil reserves, their silence and lack of any serious action look at the more aberrant. Looking at the manner things are shaping up, it just cannot be ruled out that possibly these nations have a definite interest in the increasing prices of oil. The question then is what could their underlying interest be? In all probability, what we are seeing right now is just a precursor to the larger picture, well laid out by them may be for the good. With rising prices, the OPEC might be delighted right now, but perhaps they are unable to see what is going to hit them. For this unprecedented rise in oil is creating a most demanding environment for alternative fuels. As and when the reserves deplete and demand really grows, more than anyone else, it is OPEC that would be badly hit, much to the glee of some nations having unused reserves which have the most to gain by using blackmailing tactics. Eventually, the countries at the receiving end would be forced to create an enabling environment for alternative energy. This trend is already visible, with India showing the way with its nuclear deal and other countries dangling the carrot of complete conversion of natural gas towards other countries in order to boost their own business. By doing so they are creating a tactical pressure on countries. As they know that the further the oil prices get pushed, the more the globe would become attracted and ready for alternative and nonconventional fuel. <br><br> Moreover, for many of the countries, it might become more expensive to invest in newer technologies to conform to the emission norms than to shift to alternative sources, making the market even more attractive. And it is then that the organisations which have already invested billions of dollars in alternate fuels would mop up the global energy market completely. <br><br> The second possible reason why some nations of the world are not too enthusiastic to mitigate the price of oil is because the rising oil price is perhaps one of the major deterrents to growth of other countries. Perhaps they were hand in glove in the mechanism to raise the oil price and knowing well that this would make these nations feel the pinch. And now, the rising oil prices have put these nations in a fix. As the pressure of inflationary tendencies increases these countries cannot afford either to sit back and remain entrapped in the larger conspiracy. No wonder then that these are frantically looking around the globe - especially Africa - for newer reserves I As it is said, oil has a long history and the legacy continues.
Which of the following is not true in context of the passage?
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. <br><br> Crude oil has had a long history, and an interesting one. It is probably one single natural resource that has been instrumental in producing maximum conflicts and wars during the last century. With such a track record, it is surprising that in the given environment, wherein oil prices are breaking all records, and has become the biggest cause of concern across the globe, why is it that there is silence from some parts of the world ? It is Intriguing especially when some have been paying a much higher price on fuel, as compared to their poorer counterparts. It is surprising, more so, when one realizes that the number of oil producing nations is only a handful and compared to the number of oil consuming nations. While a proactive action from the mighty and powerful can bring in a huge respite for the world, why is it that they choose to be silent ?Also, keeping in mind the fact that a few nations - both powerful and weak have some of the largest unused oil reserves, their silence and lack of any serious action look at the more aberrant. Looking at the manner things are shaping up, it just cannot be ruled out that possibly these nations have a definite interest in the increasing prices of oil. The question then is what could their underlying interest be? In all probability, what we are seeing right now is just a precursor to the larger picture, well laid out by them may be for the good. With rising prices, the OPEC might be delighted right now, but perhaps they are unable to see what is going to hit them. For this unprecedented rise in oil is creating a most demanding environment for alternative fuels. As and when the reserves deplete and demand really grows, more than anyone else, it is OPEC that would be badly hit, much to the glee of some nations having unused reserves which have the most to gain by using blackmailing tactics. Eventually, the countries at the receiving end would be forced to create an enabling environment for alternative energy. This trend is already visible, with India showing the way with its nuclear deal and other countries dangling the carrot of complete conversion of natural gas towards other countries in order to boost their own business. By doing so they are creating a tactical pressure on countries. As they know that the further the oil prices get pushed, the more the globe would become attracted and ready for alternative and nonconventional fuel. <br><br> Moreover, for many of the countries, it might become more expensive to invest in newer technologies to conform to the emission norms than to shift to alternative sources, making the market even more attractive. And it is then that the organisations which have already invested billions of dollars in alternate fuels would mop up the global energy market completely. <br><br> The second possible reason why some nations of the world are not too enthusiastic to mitigate the price of oil is because the rising oil price is perhaps one of the major deterrents to growth of other countries. Perhaps they were hand in glove in the mechanism to raise the oil price and knowing well that this would make these nations feel the pinch. And now, the rising oil prices have put these nations in a fix. As the pressure of inflationary tendencies increases these countries cannot afford either to sit back and remain entrapped in the larger conspiracy. No wonder then that these are frantically looking around the globe - especially Africa - for newer reserves I As it is said, oil has a long history and the legacy continues.
What does the author mean by 'dangling the carrot' in the passage?
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. <br><br> Crude oil has had a long history, and an interesting one. It is probably one single natural resource that has been instrumental in producing maximum conflicts and wars during the last century. With such a track record, it is surprising that in the given environment, wherein oil prices are breaking all records, and has become the biggest cause of concern across the globe, why is it that there is silence from some parts of the world ? It is Intriguing especially when some have been paying a much higher price on fuel, as compared to their poorer counterparts. It is surprising, more so, when one realizes that the number of oil producing nations is only a handful and compared to the number of oil consuming nations. While a proactive action from the mighty and powerful can bring in a huge respite for the world, why is it that they choose to be silent ?Also, keeping in mind the fact that a few nations - both powerful and weak have some of the largest unused oil reserves, their silence and lack of any serious action look at the more aberrant. Looking at the manner things are shaping up, it just cannot be ruled out that possibly these nations have a definite interest in the increasing prices of oil. The question then is what could their underlying interest be? In all probability, what we are seeing right now is just a precursor to the larger picture, well laid out by them may be for the good. With rising prices, the OPEC might be delighted right now, but perhaps they are unable to see what is going to hit them. For this unprecedented rise in oil is creating a most demanding environment for alternative fuels. As and when the reserves deplete and demand really grows, more than anyone else, it is OPEC that would be badly hit, much to the glee of some nations having unused reserves which have the most to gain by using blackmailing tactics. Eventually, the countries at the receiving end would be forced to create an enabling environment for alternative energy. This trend is already visible, with India showing the way with its nuclear deal and other countries dangling the carrot of complete conversion of natural gas towards other countries in order to boost their own business. By doing so they are creating a tactical pressure on countries. As they know that the further the oil prices get pushed, the more the globe would become attracted and ready for alternative and nonconventional fuel. <br><br> Moreover, for many of the countries, it might become more expensive to invest in newer technologies to conform to the emission norms than to shift to alternative sources, making the market even more attractive. And it is then that the organisations which have already invested billions of dollars in alternate fuels would mop up the global energy market completely. <br><br> The second possible reason why some nations of the world are not too enthusiastic to mitigate the price of oil is because the rising oil price is perhaps one of the major deterrents to growth of other countries. Perhaps they were hand in glove in the mechanism to raise the oil price and knowing well that this would make these nations feel the pinch. And now, the rising oil prices have put these nations in a fix. As the pressure of inflationary tendencies increases these countries cannot afford either to sit back and remain entrapped in the larger conspiracy. No wonder then that these are frantically looking around the globe - especially Africa - for newer reserves I As it is said, oil has a long history and the legacy continues.
Why, according to the author, OPEC though delighted currently, would be in a difficult situation later ?
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. <br><br> Crude oil has had a long history, and an interesting one. It is probably one single natural resource that has been instrumental in producing maximum conflicts and wars during the last century. With such a track record, it is surprising that in the given environment, wherein oil prices are breaking all records, and has become the biggest cause of concern across the globe, why is it that there is silence from some parts of the world ? It is Intriguing especially when some have been paying a much higher price on fuel, as compared to their poorer counterparts. It is surprising, more so, when one realizes that the number of oil producing nations is only a handful and compared to the number of oil consuming nations. While a proactive action from the mighty and powerful can bring in a huge respite for the world, why is it that they choose to be silent ?Also, keeping in mind the fact that a few nations - both powerful and weak have some of the largest unused oil reserves, their silence and lack of any serious action look at the more aberrant. Looking at the manner things are shaping up, it just cannot be ruled out that possibly these nations have a definite interest in the increasing prices of oil. The question then is what could their underlying interest be? In all probability, what we are seeing right now is just a precursor to the larger picture, well laid out by them may be for the good. With rising prices, the OPEC might be delighted right now, but perhaps they are unable to see what is going to hit them. For this unprecedented rise in oil is creating a most demanding environment for alternative fuels. As and when the reserves deplete and demand really grows, more than anyone else, it is OPEC that would be badly hit, much to the glee of some nations having unused reserves which have the most to gain by using blackmailing tactics. Eventually, the countries at the receiving end would be forced to create an enabling environment for alternative energy. This trend is already visible, with India showing the way with its nuclear deal and other countries dangling the carrot of complete conversion of natural gas towards other countries in order to boost their own business. By doing so they are creating a tactical pressure on countries. As they know that the further the oil prices get pushed, the more the globe would become attracted and ready for alternative and nonconventional fuel. <br><br> Moreover, for many of the countries, it might become more expensive to invest in newer technologies to conform to the emission norms than to shift to alternative sources, making the market even more attractive. And it is then that the organisations which have already invested billions of dollars in alternate fuels would mop up the global energy market completely. <br><br> The second possible reason why some nations of the world are not too enthusiastic to mitigate the price of oil is because the rising oil price is perhaps one of the major deterrents to growth of other countries. Perhaps they were hand in glove in the mechanism to raise the oil price and knowing well that this would make these nations feel the pinch. And now, the rising oil prices have put these nations in a fix. As the pressure of inflationary tendencies increases these countries cannot afford either to sit back and remain entrapped in the larger conspiracy. No wonder then that these are frantically looking around the globe - especially Africa - for newer reserves I As it is said, oil has a long history and the legacy continues.
What, according to the author, makes the market of alternate sources very attractive?
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. <br><br> Crude oil has had a long history, and an interesting one. It is probably one single natural resource that has been instrumental in producing maximum conflicts and wars during the last century. With such a track record, it is surprising that in the given environment, wherein oil prices are breaking all records, and has become the biggest cause of concern across the globe, why is it that there is silence from some parts of the world ? It is Intriguing especially when some have been paying a much higher price on fuel, as compared to their poorer counterparts. It is surprising, more so, when one realizes that the number of oil producing nations is only a handful and compared to the number of oil consuming nations. While a proactive action from the mighty and powerful can bring in a huge respite for the world, why is it that they choose to be silent ?Also, keeping in mind the fact that a few nations - both powerful and weak have some of the largest unused oil reserves, their silence and lack of any serious action look at the more aberrant. Looking at the manner things are shaping up, it just cannot be ruled out that possibly these nations have a definite interest in the increasing prices of oil. The question then is what could their underlying interest be? In all probability, what we are seeing right now is just a precursor to the larger picture, well laid out by them may be for the good. With rising prices, the OPEC might be delighted right now, but perhaps they are unable to see what is going to hit them. For this unprecedented rise in oil is creating a most demanding environment for alternative fuels. As and when the reserves deplete and demand really grows, more than anyone else, it is OPEC that would be badly hit, much to the glee of some nations having unused reserves which have the most to gain by using blackmailing tactics. Eventually, the countries at the receiving end would be forced to create an enabling environment for alternative energy. This trend is already visible, with India showing the way with its nuclear deal and other countries dangling the carrot of complete conversion of natural gas towards other countries in order to boost their own business. By doing so they are creating a tactical pressure on countries. As they know that the further the oil prices get pushed, the more the globe would become attracted and ready for alternative and nonconventional fuel. <br><br> Moreover, for many of the countries, it might become more expensive to invest in newer technologies to conform to the emission norms than to shift to alternative sources, making the market even more attractive. And it is then that the organisations which have already invested billions of dollars in alternate fuels would mop up the global energy market completely. <br><br> The second possible reason why some nations of the world are not too enthusiastic to mitigate the price of oil is because the rising oil price is perhaps one of the major deterrents to growth of other countries. Perhaps they were hand in glove in the mechanism to raise the oil price and knowing well that this would make these nations feel the pinch. And now, the rising oil prices have put these nations in a fix. As the pressure of inflationary tendencies increases these countries cannot afford either to sit back and remain entrapped in the larger conspiracy. No wonder then that these are frantically looking around the globe - especially Africa - for newer reserves I As it is said, oil has a long history and the legacy continues.
Which of the following can be the most appropriate title for the given passage ?
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. <br><br> Crude oil has had a long history, and an interesting one. It is probably one single natural resource that has been instrumental in producing maximum conflicts and wars during the last century. With such a track record, it is surprising that in the given environment, wherein oil prices are breaking all records, and has become the biggest cause of concern across the globe, why is it that there is silence from some parts of the world ? It is Intriguing especially when some have been paying a much higher price on fuel, as compared to their poorer counterparts. It is surprising, more so, when one realizes that the number of oil producing nations is only a handful and compared to the number of oil consuming nations. While a proactive action from the mighty and powerful can bring in a huge respite for the world, why is it that they choose to be silent ?Also, keeping in mind the fact that a few nations - both powerful and weak have some of the largest unused oil reserves, their silence and lack of any serious action look at the more aberrant. Looking at the manner things are shaping up, it just cannot be ruled out that possibly these nations have a definite interest in the increasing prices of oil. The question then is what could their underlying interest be? In all probability, what we are seeing right now is just a precursor to the larger picture, well laid out by them may be for the good. With rising prices, the OPEC might be delighted right now, but perhaps they are unable to see what is going to hit them. For this unprecedented rise in oil is creating a most demanding environment for alternative fuels. As and when the reserves deplete and demand really grows, more than anyone else, it is OPEC that would be badly hit, much to the glee of some nations having unused reserves which have the most to gain by using blackmailing tactics. Eventually, the countries at the receiving end would be forced to create an enabling environment for alternative energy. This trend is already visible, with India showing the way with its nuclear deal and other countries dangling the carrot of complete conversion of natural gas towards other countries in order to boost their own business. By doing so they are creating a tactical pressure on countries. As they know that the further the oil prices get pushed, the more the globe would become attracted and ready for alternative and nonconventional fuel. <br><br> Moreover, for many of the countries, it might become more expensive to invest in newer technologies to conform to the emission norms than to shift to alternative sources, making the market even more attractive. And it is then that the organisations which have already invested billions of dollars in alternate fuels would mop up the global energy market completely. <br><br> The second possible reason why some nations of the world are not too enthusiastic to mitigate the price of oil is because the rising oil price is perhaps one of the major deterrents to growth of other countries. Perhaps they were hand in glove in the mechanism to raise the oil price and knowing well that this would make these nations feel the pinch. And now, the rising oil prices have put these nations in a fix. As the pressure of inflationary tendencies increases these countries cannot afford either to sit back and remain entrapped in the larger conspiracy. No wonder then that these are frantically looking around the globe - especially Africa - for newer reserves I As it is said, oil has a long history and the legacy continues.
Choose the word which is most similar in meaning to the word printed in bold as used in the passage.<br><br> INSTRUMENTAL
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. <br><br> Crude oil has had a long history, and an interesting one. It is probably one single natural resource that has been instrumental in producing maximum conflicts and wars during the last century. With such a track record, it is surprising that in the given environment, wherein oil prices are breaking all records, and has become the biggest cause of concern across the globe, why is it that there is silence from some parts of the world ? It is Intriguing especially when some have been paying a much higher price on fuel, as compared to their poorer counterparts. It is surprising, more so, when one realizes that the number of oil producing nations is only a handful and compared to the number of oil consuming nations. While a proactive action from the mighty and powerful can bring in a huge respite for the world, why is it that they choose to be silent ?Also, keeping in mind the fact that a few nations - both powerful and weak have some of the largest unused oil reserves, their silence and lack of any serious action look at the more aberrant. Looking at the manner things are shaping up, it just cannot be ruled out that possibly these nations have a definite interest in the increasing prices of oil. The question then is what could their underlying interest be? In all probability, what we are seeing right now is just a precursor to the larger picture, well laid out by them may be for the good. With rising prices, the OPEC might be delighted right now, but perhaps they are unable to see what is going to hit them. For this unprecedented rise in oil is creating a most demanding environment for alternative fuels. As and when the reserves deplete and demand really grows, more than anyone else, it is OPEC that would be badly hit, much to the glee of some nations having unused reserves which have the most to gain by using blackmailing tactics. Eventually, the countries at the receiving end would be forced to create an enabling environment for alternative energy. This trend is already visible, with India showing the way with its nuclear deal and other countries dangling the carrot of complete conversion of natural gas towards other countries in order to boost their own business. By doing so they are creating a tactical pressure on countries. As they know that the further the oil prices get pushed, the more the globe would become attracted and ready for alternative and nonconventional fuel. <br><br> Moreover, for many of the countries, it might become more expensive to invest in newer technologies to conform to the emission norms than to shift to alternative sources, making the market even more attractive. And it is then that the organisations which have already invested billions of dollars in alternate fuels would mop up the global energy market completely. <br><br> The second possible reason why some nations of the world are not too enthusiastic to mitigate the price of oil is because the rising oil price is perhaps one of the major deterrents to growth of other countries. Perhaps they were hand in glove in the mechanism to raise the oil price and knowing well that this would make these nations feel the pinch. And now, the rising oil prices have put these nations in a fix. As the pressure of inflationary tendencies increases these countries cannot afford either to sit back and remain entrapped in the larger conspiracy. No wonder then that these are frantically looking around the globe - especially Africa - for newer reserves I As it is said, oil has a long history and the legacy continues.
Choose the word which is most similar in meaning to the word printed in bold as used in the passage.<br><br> ABERRANT
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. <br><br> Crude oil has had a long history, and an interesting one. It is probably one single natural resource that has been instrumental in producing maximum conflicts and wars during the last century. With such a track record, it is surprising that in the given environment, wherein oil prices are breaking all records, and has become the biggest cause of concern across the globe, why is it that there is silence from some parts of the world ? It is Intriguing especially when some have been paying a much higher price on fuel, as compared to their poorer counterparts. It is surprising, more so, when one realizes that the number of oil producing nations is only a handful and compared to the number of oil consuming nations. While a proactive action from the mighty and powerful can bring in a huge respite for the world, why is it that they choose to be silent ?Also, keeping in mind the fact that a few nations - both powerful and weak have some of the largest unused oil reserves, their silence and lack of any serious action look at the more aberrant. Looking at the manner things are shaping up, it just cannot be ruled out that possibly these nations have a definite interest in the increasing prices of oil. The question then is what could their underlying interest be? In all probability, what we are seeing right now is just a precursor to the larger picture, well laid out by them may be for the good. With rising prices, the OPEC might be delighted right now, but perhaps they are unable to see what is going to hit them. For this unprecedented rise in oil is creating a most demanding environment for alternative fuels. As and when the reserves deplete and demand really grows, more than anyone else, it is OPEC that would be badly hit, much to the glee of some nations having unused reserves which have the most to gain by using blackmailing tactics. Eventually, the countries at the receiving end would be forced to create an enabling environment for alternative energy. This trend is already visible, with India showing the way with its nuclear deal and other countries dangling the carrot of complete conversion of natural gas towards other countries in order to boost their own business. By doing so they are creating a tactical pressure on countries. As they know that the further the oil prices get pushed, the more the globe would become attracted and ready for alternative and nonconventional fuel. <br><br> Moreover, for many of the countries, it might become more expensive to invest in newer technologies to conform to the emission norms than to shift to alternative sources, making the market even more attractive. And it is then that the organisations which have already invested billions of dollars in alternate fuels would mop up the global energy market completely. <br><br> The second possible reason why some nations of the world are not too enthusiastic to mitigate the price of oil is because the rising oil price is perhaps one of the major deterrents to growth of other countries. Perhaps they were hand in glove in the mechanism to raise the oil price and knowing well that this would make these nations feel the pinch. And now, the rising oil prices have put these nations in a fix. As the pressure of inflationary tendencies increases these countries cannot afford either to sit back and remain entrapped in the larger conspiracy. No wonder then that these are frantically looking around the globe - especially Africa - for newer reserves I As it is said, oil has a long history and the legacy continues.
Choose the word/phrase which is most opposite in meaning to the word printed in bold as used in the passage.<br> PROACTIVE
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. <br><br> Crude oil has had a long history, and an interesting one. It is probably one single natural resource that has been instrumental in producing maximum conflicts and wars during the last century. With such a track record, it is surprising that in the given environment, wherein oil prices are breaking all records, and has become the biggest cause of concern across the globe, why is it that there is silence from some parts of the world ? It is Intriguing especially when some have been paying a much higher price on fuel, as compared to their poorer counterparts. It is surprising, more so, when one realizes that the number of oil producing nations is only a handful and compared to the number of oil consuming nations. While a proactive action from the mighty and powerful can bring in a huge respite for the world, why is it that they choose to be silent ?Also, keeping in mind the fact that a few nations - both powerful and weak have some of the largest unused oil reserves, their silence and lack of any serious action look at the more aberrant. Looking at the manner things are shaping up, it just cannot be ruled out that possibly these nations have a definite interest in the increasing prices of oil. The question then is what could their underlying interest be? In all probability, what we are seeing right now is just a precursor to the larger picture, well laid out by them may be for the good. With rising prices, the OPEC might be delighted right now, but perhaps they are unable to see what is going to hit them. For this unprecedented rise in oil is creating a most demanding environment for alternative fuels. As and when the reserves deplete and demand really grows, more than anyone else, it is OPEC that would be badly hit, much to the glee of some nations having unused reserves which have the most to gain by using blackmailing tactics. Eventually, the countries at the receiving end would be forced to create an enabling environment for alternative energy. This trend is already visible, with India showing the way with its nuclear deal and other countries dangling the carrot of complete conversion of natural gas towards other countries in order to boost their own business. By doing so they are creating a tactical pressure on countries. As they know that the further the oil prices get pushed, the more the globe would become attracted and ready for alternative and nonconventional fuel. <br><br> Moreover, for many of the countries, it might become more expensive to invest in newer technologies to conform to the emission norms than to shift to alternative sources, making the market even more attractive. And it is then that the organisations which have already invested billions of dollars in alternate fuels would mop up the global energy market completely. <br><br> The second possible reason why some nations of the world are not too enthusiastic to mitigate the price of oil is because the rising oil price is perhaps one of the major deterrents to growth of other countries. Perhaps they were hand in glove in the mechanism to raise the oil price and knowing well that this would make these nations feel the pinch. And now, the rising oil prices have put these nations in a fix. As the pressure of inflationary tendencies increases these countries cannot afford either to sit back and remain entrapped in the larger conspiracy. No wonder then that these are frantically looking around the globe - especially Africa - for newer reserves I As it is said, oil has a long history and the legacy continues.
Choose the word/phrase which is most opposite in meaning to the word printed in bold as used in the passage.<br> MITIGATE
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'. (Ignore the errors of punctuation, if any).
No sooner did the students a:/ seen the principal approach b:/ than they ran c:/ from the playground. d:/ No error e:
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'. (Ignore the errors of punctuation, if any).
My elder sister and I am a:/ interested in painting b:/ and therefore have joined c:/ the coaching classes. d:/ No error e:
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'. (Ignore the errors of punctuation, if any).
Only after a lot of persuasion a:/ the illiterate villager allowed b:/ himselfs girl child c:/ to study in the school. d:/ No error e:
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'. (Ignore the errors of punctuation, if any).
The need for alternate a:/ sources of energy are b:/ essential to conserve c:/ the environment. d:/ No error e:
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'. (Ignore the errors of punctuation, if any).
I have being working a:/ in that organisation for five years b:/ but now I work c:/ for a different company. d:/ No error e:
Which of the phrases a:, b:, c: and d: given below each statement should replace the phrase printed in bold in the sentence to make it grammatically correct ? If the sentence is correct as it is given and 'No correction is required', mark e: as the answer.
Many students waits anxiously at the college gate to know their results.
Which of the phrases a:, b:, c: and d: given below each statement should replace the phrase printed in bold in the sentence to make it grammatically correct ? If the sentence is correct as it is given and 'No correction is required', mark e: as the answer.
Through a fortuitous circumstance Rakhi met her childhood friend on the bus in which she was travelling.
Which of the phrases a:, b:, c: and d: given below each statement should replace the phrase printed in bold in the sentence to make it grammatically correct ? If the sentence is correct as it is given and 'No correction is required', mark e: as the answer.
The opposition party has alleged that the prices of essential commodities are soaring like never before on the last three decades.
Which of the phrases a:, b:, c: and d: given below each statement should replace the phrase printed in bold in the sentence to make it grammatically correct ? If the sentence is correct as it is given and 'No correction is required', mark e: as the answer.
The salaries and the perks of the employees in this institution are not in according with the rest of the industry.
Which of the phrases a:, b:, c: and d: given below each statement should replace the phrase printed in bold in the sentence to make it grammatically correct ? If the sentence is correct as it is given and 'No correction is required', mark e: as the answer.
The soldiers deployed in the town were instructed to exercising restraint arid handle the situation peacefully.
Rearrange the following six sentences (A), (B) (C), (D), (E) and (F) in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and then answer the questions which follow : <br><br> (A) The only way in which this problem can be solved is by making artificial blood which has remained a distant dream for science. <br><br> (B) Donation of blood is considered to be the most noble of all the charities. <br><br> (C) If they succeed, it would be noted as one of the most important inventions in the history of mankind. <br><br> (D) This is because this donated magic potion can give life to another person in an emergency. <br><br> (E) A group of scientists, however, has dedicated themselves towards making this a reality. <br><br> (F) A growing problem however is that the requirement for safe blood is increasing whereas the number of donors is decreasing.
Which of the following sentence should be the FIRST after rearrangement ?
Rearrange the following six sentences (A), (B) (C), (D), (E) and (F) in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and then answer the questions which follow : <br><br> (A) The only way in which this problem can be solved is by making artificial blood which has remained a distant dream for science. <br><br> (B) Donation of blood is considered to be the most noble of all the charities. <br><br> (C) If they succeed, it would be noted as one of the most important inventions in the history of mankind. <br><br> (D) This is because this donated magic potion can give life to another person in an emergency. <br><br> (E) A group of scientists, however, has dedicated themselves towards making this a reality. <br><br> (F) A growing problem however is that the requirement for safe blood is increasing whereas the number of donors is decreasing.
Which of the following sentence should be the SECOND after rearrangement ?
Rearrange the following six sentences (A), (B) (C), (D), (E) and (F) in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and then answer the questions which follow : <br><br> (A) The only way in which this problem can be solved is by making artificial blood which has remained a distant dream for science. <br><br> (B) Donation of blood is considered to be the most noble of all the charities. <br><br> (C) If they succeed, it would be noted as one of the most important inventions in the history of mankind. <br><br> (D) This is because this donated magic potion can give life to another person in an emergency. <br><br> (E) A group of scientists, however, has dedicated themselves towards making this a reality. <br><br> (F) A growing problem however is that the requirement for safe blood is increasing whereas the number of donors is decreasing.
Which of the following sentence should be the THIRD after rearrangement ?
Rearrange the following six sentences (A), (B) (C), (D), (E) and (F) in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and then answer the questions which follow : <br><br> (A) The only way in which this problem can be solved is by making artificial blood which has remained a distant dream for science. <br><br> (B) Donation of blood is considered to be the most noble of all the charities. <br><br> (C) If they succeed, it would be noted as one of the most important inventions in the history of mankind. <br><br> (D) This is because this donated magic potion can give life to another person in an emergency. <br><br> (E) A group of scientists, however, has dedicated themselves towards making this a reality. <br><br> (F) A growing problem however is that the requirement for safe blood is increasing whereas the number of donors is decreasing.
Which of the following sentence should be the FIFTH after rearrangement ?
Rearrange the following six sentences (A), (B) (C), (D), (E) and (F) in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and then answer the questions which follow : <br><br> (A) The only way in which this problem can be solved is by making artificial blood which has remained a distant dream for science. <br><br> (B) Donation of blood is considered to be the most noble of all the charities. <br><br> (C) If they succeed, it would be noted as one of the most important inventions in the history of mankind. <br><br> (D) This is because this donated magic potion can give life to another person in an emergency. <br><br> (E) A group of scientists, however, has dedicated themselves towards making this a reality. <br><br> (F) A growing problem however is that the requirement for safe blood is increasing whereas the number of donors is decreasing.
Which of the following sentence should be the SIXTH (LAST) after rearrangement ?
Each question below has two blanks, each blank indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the set of words for each blank that best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
One of the TV cameramen was _____in the leg by a bullet when he was _____ in the middle of a gun fight between two gangs.
Each question below has two blanks, each blank indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the set of words for each blank that best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
Although the fire was very small everyone______ and rushed out of the cinema hall ______complete chaos.
Each question below has two blanks, each blank indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the set of words for each blank that best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
The _______ of pesticides and fertilizers while growing the vegetables and fruits is one of the greatest _______ to the health these days.
Each question below has two blanks, each blank indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the set of words for each blank that best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
The group's mission is to ______ peace between the nations and help different people _______ each other better.
Each question below has two blanks, each blank indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the set of words for each blank that best fits the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
History _____ the Kings and Influential leaders whereas the real battle was _______ by the soldiers who remain little known and celebrated in the texts.
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.
Without doubt there is one thing a: to all of us we have played a game at some time in our lives. Most of us play to relax or have fun, but for many playing a game or a sport is a way to b: poverty behind. Infact, in many African countries, playing a sport professionally can c: the lives of a person's entire family. For example, in the small town of Bekoji, in Ethiopia d: than a hundred boys and girls can be seen running at dawn everyday. Each of these youth is e: and serious and their coach is (36) that one of them will be a world champion. This seems like an idle (37) but it is virtually a guarantee in this small community (38) mainly farmers. Many of the fastest male and female distance runners in the world hail from this small town. A small handpainted sign which greets visitors outside Bekoji (39) 'Welcome to the Village of Athletes". Children here start running at an early age (40) great distances to fetch water and firewood or to reach school. At the Olympics, runners from this small town are likely to win more medals than those from developed countries. It will give their families away out of poverty.
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.
Without doubt there is one thing a: to all of us we have played a game at some time in our lives. Most of us play to relax or have fun, but for many playing a game or a sport is a way to b: poverty behind. Infact, in many African countries, playing a sport professionally can c: the lives of a person's entire family. For example, in the small town of Bekoji, in Ethiopia d: than a hundred boys and girls can be seen running at dawn everyday. Each of these youth is e: and serious and their coach is (36) that one of them will be a world champion. This seems like an idle (37) but it is virtually a guarantee in this small community (38) mainly farmers. Many of the fastest male and female distance runners in the world hail from this small town. A small handpainted sign which greets visitors outside Bekoji (39) 'Welcome to the Village of Athletes". Children here start running at an early age (40) great distances to fetch water and firewood or to reach school. At the Olympics, runners from this small town are likely to win more medals than those from developed countries. It will give their families away out of poverty.
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.
Without doubt there is one thing a: to all of us we have played a game at some time in our lives. Most of us play to relax or have fun, but for many playing a game or a sport is a way to b: poverty behind. Infact, in many African countries, playing a sport professionally can c: the lives of a person's entire family. For example, in the small town of Bekoji, in Ethiopia d: than a hundred boys and girls can be seen running at dawn everyday. Each of these youth is e: and serious and their coach is (36) that one of them will be a world champion. This seems like an idle (37) but it is virtually a guarantee in this small community (38) mainly farmers. Many of the fastest male and female distance runners in the world hail from this small town. A small handpainted sign which greets visitors outside Bekoji (39) 'Welcome to the Village of Athletes". Children here start running at an early age (40) great distances to fetch water and firewood or to reach school. At the Olympics, runners from this small town are likely to win more medals than those from developed countries. It will give their families away out of poverty.
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.
Without doubt there is one thing a: to all of us we have played a game at some time in our lives. Most of us play to relax or have fun, but for many playing a game or a sport is a way to b: poverty behind. Infact, in many African countries, playing a sport professionally can c: the lives of a person's entire family. For example, in the small town of Bekoji, in Ethiopia d: than a hundred boys and girls can be seen running at dawn everyday. Each of these youth is e: and serious and their coach is (36) that one of them will be a world champion. This seems like an idle (37) but it is virtually a guarantee in this small community (38) mainly farmers. Many of the fastest male and female distance runners in the world hail from this small town. A small handpainted sign which greets visitors outside Bekoji (39) 'Welcome to the Village of Athletes". Children here start running at an early age (40) great distances to fetch water and firewood or to reach school. At the Olympics, runners from this small town are likely to win more medals than those from developed countries. It will give their families away out of poverty.
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.
Without doubt there is one thing a: to all of us we have played a game at some time in our lives. Most of us play to relax or have fun, but for many playing a game or a sport is a way to b: poverty behind. Infact, in many African countries, playing a sport professionally can c: the lives of a person's entire family. For example, in the small town of Bekoji, in Ethiopia d: than a hundred boys and girls can be seen running at dawn everyday. Each of these youth is e: and serious and their coach is (36) that one of them will be a world champion. This seems like an idle (37) but it is virtually a guarantee in this small community (38) mainly farmers. Many of the fastest male and female distance runners in the world hail from this small town. A small handpainted sign which greets visitors outside Bekoji (39) 'Welcome to the Village of Athletes". Children here start running at an early age (40) great distances to fetch water and firewood or to reach school. At the Olympics, runners from this small town are likely to win more medals than those from developed countries. It will give their families away out of poverty.
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.
Without doubt there is one thing a: to all of us we have played a game at some time in our lives. Most of us play to relax or have fun, but for many playing a game or a sport is a way to b: poverty behind. Infact, in many African countries, playing a sport professionally can c: the lives of a person's entire family. For example, in the small town of Bekoji, in Ethiopia d: than a hundred boys and girls can be seen running at dawn everyday. Each of these youth is e: and serious and their coach is (36) that one of them will be a world champion. This seems like an idle (37) but it is virtually a guarantee in this small community (38) mainly farmers. Many of the fastest male and female distance runners in the world hail from this small town. A small handpainted sign which greets visitors outside Bekoji (39) 'Welcome to the Village of Athletes". Children here start running at an early age (40) great distances to fetch water and firewood or to reach school. At the Olympics, runners from this small town are likely to win more medals than those from developed countries. It will give their families away out of poverty.
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.
Without doubt there is one thing a: to all of us we have played a game at some time in our lives. Most of us play to relax or have fun, but for many playing a game or a sport is a way to b: poverty behind. Infact, in many African countries, playing a sport professionally can c: the lives of a person's entire family. For example, in the small town of Bekoji, in Ethiopia d: than a hundred boys and girls can be seen running at dawn everyday. Each of these youth is e: and serious and their coach is (36) that one of them will be a world champion. This seems like an idle (37) but it is virtually a guarantee in this small community (38) mainly farmers. Many of the fastest male and female distance runners in the world hail from this small town. A small handpainted sign which greets visitors outside Bekoji (39) 'Welcome to the Village of Athletes". Children here start running at an early age (40) great distances to fetch water and firewood or to reach school. At the Olympics, runners from this small town are likely to win more medals than those from developed countries. It will give their families away out of poverty.
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.
Without doubt there is one thing a: to all of us we have played a game at some time in our lives. Most of us play to relax or have fun, but for many playing a game or a sport is a way to b: poverty behind. Infact, in many African countries, playing a sport professionally can c: the lives of a person's entire family. For example, in the small town of Bekoji, in Ethiopia d: than a hundred boys and girls can be seen running at dawn everyday. Each of these youth is e: and serious and their coach is (36) that one of them will be a world champion. This seems like an idle (37) but it is virtually a guarantee in this small community (38) mainly farmers. Many of the fastest male and female distance runners in the world hail from this small town. A small handpainted sign which greets visitors outside Bekoji (39) 'Welcome to the Village of Athletes". Children here start running at an early age (40) great distances to fetch water and firewood or to reach school. At the Olympics, runners from this small town are likely to win more medals than those from developed countries. It will give their families away out of poverty.
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.
Without doubt there is one thing a: to all of us we have played a game at some time in our lives. Most of us play to relax or have fun, but for many playing a game or a sport is a way to b: poverty behind. Infact, in many African countries, playing a sport professionally can c: the lives of a person's entire family. For example, in the small town of Bekoji, in Ethiopia d: than a hundred boys and girls can be seen running at dawn everyday. Each of these youth is e: and serious and their coach is (36) that one of them will be a world champion. This seems like an idle (37) but it is virtually a guarantee in this small community (38) mainly farmers. Many of the fastest male and female distance runners in the world hail from this small town. A small handpainted sign which greets visitors outside Bekoji (39) 'Welcome to the Village of Athletes". Children here start running at an early age (40) great distances to fetch water and firewood or to reach school. At the Olympics, runners from this small town are likely to win more medals than those from developed countries. It will give their families away out of poverty.
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.
Without doubt there is one thing a: to all of us we have played a game at some time in our lives. Most of us play to relax or have fun, but for many playing a game or a sport is a way to b: poverty behind. Infact, in many African countries, playing a sport professionally can c: the lives of a person's entire family. For example, in the small town of Bekoji, in Ethiopia d: than a hundred boys and girls can be seen running at dawn everyday. Each of these youth is e: and serious and their coach is (36) that one of them will be a world champion. This seems like an idle (37) but it is virtually a guarantee in this small community (38) mainly farmers. Many of the fastest male and female distance runners in the world hail from this small town. A small handpainted sign which greets visitors outside Bekoji (39) 'Welcome to the Village of Athletes". Children here start running at an early age (40) great distances to fetch water and firewood or to reach school. At the Olympics, runners from this small town are likely to win more medals than those from developed countries. It will give their families away out of poverty.
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