IBPS Clerk – IBPS Clerk Prelims 2018, Test - 2

Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow it. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions. <br><br> Conversations about the role of flexible working have shifted. It's no longer enough for companies to offer employees the option to either work from home or the office. Employees want to work from anywhere. Companies that want to attract and retain top talent, and ensure teams are highly productive, need to adapt their culture and technology to accommodate this shift in attitudes. And this is where the IT department can solidify its role as a valued contributor to the success of a company, by implementing technologies that enable secure and remote collaboration. <br><br> According to a recently commissioned Polycom survey, 24,000 respondents across 12 countries indicate that nearly two-thirds of today's global workforce take advantage of the anywhere working model. This is a significant shift since May of 2012 when only 14% of employees benefited from remote working. The survey results also provide insights into some of the concerns among companies in moving forward with the anywhere working model. Two significant concerns are a lack of trust and the perception that employees are not working as hard when they are not in the office. Also, among the 45-60-year-old age group, 59% worry that working anywhere will cause them to work longer hours. The fear of being always connected to work and overworking is a significant deterrent for this age group. <br><br> A good first step for companies to overcome the trust and perception concern is to ensure workers are measured by output and not by the hours they have worked, commonly referred to as 'presenteeism.' Countries like Brazil lead the pack here with 80% of employees adopting the anywhere working model, and 64% respondents use video to communicate several times a day. When respondents were asked how their companies could improve trust and perceptions with the anywhere working model, the most popular recommendations were to: Equip workers with technology that is easy to use and which connects them to their colleagues; Ensure the same policies are applied to everyone in the business, regardless of seniority or their situation; and Provide guidelines on how to manage working from anywhere. <br><br> 91% of those surveyed agreed that technology is a key factor in improving relationships and <strong>fostering</strong> better teamwork. This suggests that investing in the right technologies, in particular video collaboration, to get the most out of individuals and teams can help solve the lack of trust and perception concerns. And this is where the IT department can become a difference maker as they can implement technologies, such as video conferencing, to ensure colleagues can seamlessly collaborate wherever they are.

What is the shift in attitude of employees as discussed in the passage? <br><br> (I) They want to work in office. <br> (II) They want to work from home. <br> (III) They want to work from anywhere.

Explanation: The answer to the question can be derived from the third and fourth sentences of the first paragraph which is 'Employees want to work from anywhere. Companies that want to attract and retain top talent, and ensure teams are highly productive, need to adapt their culture and technology to accommodate this shift in attitudes'.<br><br> Hence, the statement (III) or option (c) is the correct answer.

Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow it. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions. <br><br> Conversations about the role of flexible working have shifted. It's no longer enough for companies to offer employees the option to either work from home or the office. Employees want to work from anywhere. Companies that want to attract and retain top talent, and ensure teams are highly productive, need to adapt their culture and technology to accommodate this shift in attitudes. And this is where the IT department can solidify its role as a valued contributor to the success of a company, by implementing technologies that enable secure and remote collaboration. <br><br> According to a recently commissioned Polycom survey, 24,000 respondents across 12 countries indicate that nearly two-thirds of today's global workforce take advantage of the anywhere working model. This is a significant shift since May of 2012 when only 14% of employees benefited from remote working. The survey results also provide insights into some of the concerns among companies in moving forward with the anywhere working model. Two significant concerns are a lack of trust and the perception that employees are not working as hard when they are not in the office. Also, among the 45-60-year-old age group, 59% worry that working anywhere will cause them to work longer hours. The fear of being always connected to work and overworking is a significant deterrent for this age group. <br><br> A good first step for companies to overcome the trust and perception concern is to ensure workers are measured by output and not by the hours they have worked, commonly referred to as 'presenteeism.' Countries like Brazil lead the pack here with 80% of employees adopting the anywhere working model, and 64% respondents use video to communicate several times a day. When respondents were asked how their companies could improve trust and perceptions with the anywhere working model, the most popular recommendations were to: Equip workers with technology that is easy to use and which connects them to their colleagues; Ensure the same policies are applied to everyone in the business, regardless of seniority or their situation; and Provide guidelines on how to manage working from anywhere. <br><br> 91% of those surveyed agreed that technology is a key factor in improving relationships and <strong>fostering</strong> better teamwork. This suggests that investing in the right technologies, in particular video collaboration, to get the most out of individuals and teams can help solve the lack of trust and perception concerns. And this is where the IT department can become a difference maker as they can implement technologies, such as video conferencing, to ensure colleagues can seamlessly collaborate wherever they are.

How could companies accommodate the recent shift in attitudes of employees as discussed in the passage?

Explanation: The recent shift in attitudes of employees is that they want to work from anywhere. Companies can accommodate this shift in attitude by enabling secure and remote collaboration so that work from anywhere could be enabled. The answer can also be inferred from the first paragraph, especially the last sentence of the first paragraph. <br><br> Hence, option (b) is the correct answer.

Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow it. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions. <br><br> Conversations about the role of flexible working have shifted. It's no longer enough for companies to offer employees the option to either work from home or the office. Employees want to work from anywhere. Companies that want to attract and retain top talent, and ensure teams are highly productive, need to adapt their culture and technology to accommodate this shift in attitudes. And this is where the IT department can solidify its role as a valued contributor to the success of a company, by implementing technologies that enable secure and remote collaboration. <br><br> According to a recently commissioned Polycom survey, 24,000 respondents across 12 countries indicate that nearly two-thirds of today's global workforce take advantage of the anywhere working model. This is a significant shift since May of 2012 when only 14% of employees benefited from remote working. The survey results also provide insights into some of the concerns among companies in moving forward with the anywhere working model. Two significant concerns are a lack of trust and the perception that employees are not working as hard when they are not in the office. Also, among the 45-60-year-old age group, 59% worry that working anywhere will cause them to work longer hours. The fear of being always connected to work and overworking is a significant deterrent for this age group. <br><br> A good first step for companies to overcome the trust and perception concern is to ensure workers are measured by output and not by the hours they have worked, commonly referred to as 'presenteeism.' Countries like Brazil lead the pack here with 80% of employees adopting the anywhere working model, and 64% respondents use video to communicate several times a day. When respondents were asked how their companies could improve trust and perceptions with the anywhere working model, the most popular recommendations were to: Equip workers with technology that is easy to use and which connects them to their colleagues; Ensure the same policies are applied to everyone in the business, regardless of seniority or their situation; and Provide guidelines on how to manage working from anywhere. <br><br> 91% of those surveyed agreed that technology is a key factor in improving relationships and <strong>fostering</strong> better teamwork. This suggests that investing in the right technologies, in particular video collaboration, to get the most out of individuals and teams can help solve the lack of trust and perception concerns. And this is where the IT department can become a difference maker as they can implement technologies, such as video conferencing, to ensure colleagues can seamlessly collaborate wherever they are.

Which of the followings mention(s) the concern of the companies to accommodate the latest preference of employees for working styles?

Explanation: The latest preference of employees for working styles is to work from anywhere. The answer to the question can be derived from the last third sentence of the second paragraph: 'The survey results also provide insights into some of the concerns among companies in moving forward with the anywhere working model. Two significant concerns are a lack of trust and the perception that employees are not working as hard when they are not in the office'. <br><br> Hence, option (e) is the correct answer.

Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow it. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions. <br><br> Conversations about the role of flexible working have shifted. It's no longer enough for companies to offer employees the option to either work from home or the office. Employees want to work from anywhere. Companies that want to attract and retain top talent, and ensure teams are highly productive, need to adapt their culture and technology to accommodate this shift in attitudes. And this is where the IT department can solidify its role as a valued contributor to the success of a company, by implementing technologies that enable secure and remote collaboration. <br><br> According to a recently commissioned Polycom survey, 24,000 respondents across 12 countries indicate that nearly two-thirds of today's global workforce take advantage of the anywhere working model. This is a significant shift since May of 2012 when only 14% of employees benefited from remote working. The survey results also provide insights into some of the concerns among companies in moving forward with the anywhere working model. Two significant concerns are a lack of trust and the perception that employees are not working as hard when they are not in the office. Also, among the 45-60-year-old age group, 59% worry that working anywhere will cause them to work longer hours. The fear of being always connected to work and overworking is a significant deterrent for this age group. <br><br> A good first step for companies to overcome the trust and perception concern is to ensure workers are measured by output and not by the hours they have worked, commonly referred to as 'presenteeism.' Countries like Brazil lead the pack here with 80% of employees adopting the anywhere working model, and 64% respondents use video to communicate several times a day. When respondents were asked how their companies could improve trust and perceptions with the anywhere working model, the most popular recommendations were to: Equip workers with technology that is easy to use and which connects them to their colleagues; Ensure the same policies are applied to everyone in the business, regardless of seniority or their situation; and Provide guidelines on how to manage working from anywhere. <br><br> 91% of those surveyed agreed that technology is a key factor in improving relationships and <strong>fostering</strong> better teamwork. This suggests that investing in the right technologies, in particular video collaboration, to get the most out of individuals and teams can help solve the lack of trust and perception concerns. And this is where the IT department can become a difference maker as they can implement technologies, such as video conferencing, to ensure colleagues can seamlessly collaborate wherever they are.

How could companies overcome their concerns for the latest preferences of employees for style of working?

Explanation: . The latest preference of employees for style of working, as discussed in the passage, is working from anywhere. The companies can overcome their concerns for the working from anywhere model through, as mentioned in the first sentence of the third paragraph, 'presenteeism'. Meaning that the workers are measured by output and not by the hours they have worked. <br><br> Hence, option (b) is the correct answer

Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow it. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions. <br><br> Conversations about the role of flexible working have shifted. It's no longer enough for companies to offer employees the option to either work from home or the office. Employees want to work from anywhere. Companies that want to attract and retain top talent, and ensure teams are highly productive, need to adapt their culture and technology to accommodate this shift in attitudes. And this is where the IT department can solidify its role as a valued contributor to the success of a company, by implementing technologies that enable secure and remote collaboration. <br><br> According to a recently commissioned Polycom survey, 24,000 respondents across 12 countries indicate that nearly two-thirds of today's global workforce take advantage of the anywhere working model. This is a significant shift since May of 2012 when only 14% of employees benefited from remote working. The survey results also provide insights into some of the concerns among companies in moving forward with the anywhere working model. Two significant concerns are a lack of trust and the perception that employees are not working as hard when they are not in the office. Also, among the 45-60-year-old age group, 59% worry that working anywhere will cause them to work longer hours. The fear of being always connected to work and overworking is a significant deterrent for this age group. <br><br> A good first step for companies to overcome the trust and perception concern is to ensure workers are measured by output and not by the hours they have worked, commonly referred to as 'presenteeism.' Countries like Brazil lead the pack here with 80% of employees adopting the anywhere working model, and 64% respondents use video to communicate several times a day. When respondents were asked how their companies could improve trust and perceptions with the anywhere working model, the most popular recommendations were to: Equip workers with technology that is easy to use and which connects them to their colleagues; Ensure the same policies are applied to everyone in the business, regardless of seniority or their situation; and Provide guidelines on how to manage working from anywhere. <br><br> 91% of those surveyed agreed that technology is a key factor in improving relationships and <strong>fostering</strong> better teamwork. This suggests that investing in the right technologies, in particular video collaboration, to get the most out of individuals and teams can help solve the lack of trust and perception concerns. And this is where the IT department can become a difference maker as they can implement technologies, such as video conferencing, to ensure colleagues can seamlessly collaborate wherever they are.

Which of the following opinions as expressed in the survey about solving the trust and perception concerns of the companies in accommodating the latest preference of employees for style of work has received more than 91%?

Explanation: The answer to the question can be derived from the first sentence of the fourth paragraph '91% of those surveyed agreed that technology is a key factor in improving relationships and fostering better teamwork'. From the highlighted sentence, it could be inferred that the 91% of those surveyed agreed that investing in technology would solve the lack of trust and perception concerns. <br><br> Hence, option (a) is the correct answer.

Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow it. Some words are highlighted to help you answer some of the questions. <br><br> Conversations about the role of flexible working have shifted. It's no longer enough for companies to offer employees the option to either work from home or the office. Employees want to work from anywhere. Companies that want to attract and retain top talent, and ensure teams are highly productive, need to adapt their culture and technology to accommodate this shift in attitudes. And this is where the IT department can solidify its role as a valued contributor to the success of a company, by implementing technologies that enable secure and remote collaboration. <br><br> According to a recently commissioned Polycom survey, 24,000 respondents across 12 countries indicate that nearly two-thirds of today's global workforce take advantage of the anywhere working model. This is a significant shift since May of 2012 when only 14% of employees benefited from remote working. The survey results also provide insights into some of the concerns among companies in moving forward with the anywhere working model. Two significant concerns are a lack of trust and the perception that employees are not working as hard when they are not in the office. Also, among the 45-60-year-old age group, 59% worry that working anywhere will cause them to work longer hours. The fear of being always connected to work and overworking is a significant deterrent for this age group. <br><br> A good first step for companies to overcome the trust and perception concern is to ensure workers are measured by output and not by the hours they have worked, commonly referred to as 'presenteeism.' Countries like Brazil lead the pack here with 80% of employees adopting the anywhere working model, and 64% respondents use video to communicate several times a day. When respondents were asked how their companies could improve trust and perceptions with the anywhere working model, the most popular recommendations were to: Equip workers with technology that is easy to use and which connects them to their colleagues; Ensure the same policies are applied to everyone in the business, regardless of seniority or their situation; and Provide guidelines on how to manage working from anywhere. <br><br> 91% of those surveyed agreed that technology is a key factor in improving relationships and <strong>fostering</strong> better teamwork. This suggests that investing in the right technologies, in particular video collaboration, to get the most out of individuals and teams can help solve the lack of trust and perception concerns. And this is where the IT department can become a difference maker as they can implement technologies, such as video conferencing, to ensure colleagues can seamlessly collaborate wherever they are.

Which of the following options has a meaning which is SIMILAR to the word 'fostering'?

Explanation: fostering [foster, verb] means 'encourage the development of (something, especially something desirable); <br> asserting [assert, verb] means 'state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully'; <br> focusing [focus, verb] means 'adapt to the prevailing level of light and become able to see clearly'; <br> collaborating [collaborate, verb] means 'work jointly on an activity or project'; <br> encouraging [encourage, verb] means 'give support, confidence, or hope to (someone)'; admitting [admit, verb] means 'confess to be true or to be the case'; <br> From above, it could be understood that the word 'encourage' has the meaning which is SIMILAR to the meaning of the work 'foster'. <br><br> Hence, option (d) is the correct answer.

Rearrange the following five sentences (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E) in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and then answer the questions given below.<br><br> (A) Crucially, this loss of sheen is reflected in the account books of the sport's controversial administrator, among the richest in the world. <br> <br> (B) The total income that was distributed by BCCI among players is reduced because of lower income from media rights. <br><br> (C) Television viewership for the game has dropped 40% to a weekly 61 gross rating points (GRPs). <br><br> (D) A Board of Control for Cricket in India official said, however, that this was because India wasn't playing enough at home. <br><br> (E) Cricket seems to be losing its crowd-pulling power.

Which of the followings is the FOURTH sentence of the final sequence?

Explanation: The final sequence we get is ECABD.<br> Sentence B is the FOURTH sentence of the final sequence. The option (d) is the correct answer. <br> The sentence (E) introduces the theme of the paragraph which is discussing dying of cricket in India. So, the sentence (E) should be the first sentence of the paragraph. <br> Though, both sentences (A) and (B) take the information presented in the sentence (C) forward, it is more coherent for the sentence (A) to follow the sentence (C). And it is more coherent for the sentence (B) to follow the sentence (A). The sentence (D) is an appropriate concluding sentence as it provides the reason for the downfall of the cricket. <br> So, the final sequence we get is ECABD and the option (d) is the correct answer.

Rearrange the following five sentences (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E) in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and then answer the questions given below.<br><br> (A) Crucially, this loss of sheen is reflected in the account books of the sport's controversial administrator, among the richest in the world. <br> <br> (B) The total income that was distributed by BCCI among players is reduced because of lower income from media rights. <br><br> (C) Television viewership for the game has dropped 40% to a weekly 61 gross rating points (GRPs). <br><br> (D) A Board of Control for Cricket in India official said, however, that this was because India wasn't playing enough at home. <br><br> (E) Cricket seems to be losing its crowd-pulling power.

Which of the followings is the FIRST sentence of the final sequence?

Explanation: The final sequence we get is ECABD.<br> Sentence E is the FIRST sentence of the final sequence. <br>The option (a) is the correct answer. <br> The sentence (E) introduces the theme of the paragraph which is discussing dying of cricket in India. So, the sentence (E) should be the first sentence of the paragraph. <br> Though, both sentences (A) and (B) take the information presented in the sentence (C) forward, it is more coherent for the sentence (A) to follow the sentence (C). And it is more coherent for the sentence (B) to follow the sentence (A). The sentence (D) is an appropriate concluding sentence as it provides the reason for the downfall of the cricket. <br> So, the final sequence we get is ECABD and the option (a) is the correct answer.

Rearrange the following five sentences (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E) in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and then answer the questions given below.<br><br> (A) Crucially, this loss of sheen is reflected in the account books of the sport's controversial administrator, among the richest in the world. <br> <br> (B) The total income that was distributed by BCCI among players is reduced because of lower income from media rights. <br><br> (C) Television viewership for the game has dropped 40% to a weekly 61 gross rating points (GRPs). <br><br> (D) A Board of Control for Cricket in India official said, however, that this was because India wasn't playing enough at home. <br><br> (E) Cricket seems to be losing its crowd-pulling power.

Which of the followings is the SECOND sentence of the final sequence?

Explanation: The final sequence we get is ECABD.<br> Sentence C is the SECOND sentence of the final sequence. <br>The option (c) is the correct answer. <br> The sentence (E) introduces the theme of the paragraph which is discussing dying of cricket in India. So, the sentence (E) should be the first sentence of the paragraph. <br> Though, both sentences (A) and (B) take the information presented in the sentence (C) forward, it is more coherent for the sentence (A) to follow the sentence (C). And it is more coherent for the sentence (B) to follow the sentence (A). The sentence (D) is an appropriate concluding sentence as it provides the reason for the downfall of the cricket. <br> So, the final sequence we get is ECABD and the option (c) is the correct answer.

Rearrange the following five sentences (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E) in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and then answer the questions given below.<br><br> (A) Crucially, this loss of sheen is reflected in the account books of the sport's controversial administrator, among the richest in the world. <br> <br> (B) The total income that was distributed by BCCI among players is reduced because of lower income from media rights. <br><br> (C) Television viewership for the game has dropped 40% to a weekly 61 gross rating points (GRPs). <br><br> (D) A Board of Control for Cricket in India official said, however, that this was because India wasn't playing enough at home. <br><br> (E) Cricket seems to be losing its crowd-pulling power.

Which of the followings is the THIRD sentence of the final sequence?

Explanation: The final sequence we get is ECABD. <br> Sentence A is the THIRD sentence of the final sequence. <br>The option (b) is the correct answer. <br> The sentence (E) introduces the theme of the paragraph which is discussing dying of cricket in India. So, the sentence (E) should be the first sentence of the paragraph. <br> Though, both sentences (A) and (B) take the information presented in the sentence (C) forward, it is more coherent for the sentence (A) to follow the sentence (C). And it is more coherent for the sentence (B) to follow the sentence (A). The sentence (D) is an appropriate concluding sentence as it provides the reason for the downfall of the cricket. <br> So, the final sequence we get is ECABD and the option (b) is the correct answer.

Rearrange the following five sentences (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E) in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph and then answer the questions given below.<br><br> (A) Crucially, this loss of sheen is reflected in the account books of the sport's controversial administrator, among the richest in the world. <br> <br> (B) The total income that was distributed by BCCI among players is reduced because of lower income from media rights. <br><br> (C) Television viewership for the game has dropped 40% to a weekly 61 gross rating points (GRPs). <br><br> (D) A Board of Control for Cricket in India official said, however, that this was because India wasn't playing enough at home. <br><br> (E) Cricket seems to be losing its crowd-pulling power.

Which of the followings is the FIFTH sentence of the final sequence?

Explanation: The final sequence we get is ECABD.<br> Sentence D is the FIFTH sentence of the final sequence. The option (d) is the correct answer. <br> The sentence (E) introduces the theme of the paragraph which is discussing dying of cricket in India. So, the sentence (E) should be the first sentence of the paragraph. <br> Though, both sentences (A) and (B) take the information presented in the sentence (C) forward, it is more coherent for the sentence (A) to follow the sentence (C). And it is more coherent for the sentence (B) to follow the sentence (A). The sentence (D) is an appropriate concluding sentence as it provides the reason for the downfall of the cricket. <br> So, the final sequence we get is ECABD and the option (d) is the correct answer.

In the following questions, a sentence is given consisting four highlighted words. Choose the option reflecting the word which is either misspelt or grammatically incorrect. If all the highlighted words are correct, choose option (e) i.e. "no error" as your answer choice.

<strong>Making</strong> the <strong>request</strong> for a non-smoking room seemed <strong>resonable</strong> for everyone since the woman was <strong>allergic</strong> to smoke.

Explanation: Among the highlighted words the misspelt word is "resonable". However, the precise spelling of the word is "REASONABLE" and it means having sound judgment; fair and sensible. All the other words have been spelt correctly and are in appropriate grammatical syntax. Hence, option (c) is the most suitable answer choice.

In the following questions, a sentence is given consisting four highlighted words. Choose the option reflecting the word which is either misspelt or grammatically incorrect. If all the highlighted words are correct, choose option (e) i.e. "no error" as your answer choice.

When we are <strong>involved</strong> in large-scale projects, we must make <strong>judgemants</strong> on an <strong>individual basis</strong> about whether they are good or bad.

Explanation: Among the highlighted words the misspelt word is "judgemants". However, the precise spelling of the word is "JUDGMENTS" and it means the ability to make considered decisions or come to sensible conclusions. All the other words have been spelt correctly and are in appropriate grammatical syntax. Hence, option (b) is the most suitable answer choice.

In the following questions, a sentence is given consisting four highlighted words. Choose the option reflecting the word which is either misspelt or grammatically incorrect. If all the highlighted words are correct, choose option (e) i.e. "no error" as your answer choice.

Several <strong>expriments</strong> were tried, to <strong>determine</strong> positively <strong>whether</strong> or not she had any<strong> perception</strong> of sound.

Explanation: Among the highlighted words the misspelt word is "expriments". However, the precise spelling of the word is "EXPERIMENTS" and it means perform a scientific procedure, especially in a laboratory, to determine something. All the other words have been spelt correctly and are in appropriate grammatical syntax. Hence, option (a) is the most suitable answer choice.

In the following questions, a sentence is given consisting four highlighted words. Choose the option reflecting the word which is either misspelt or grammatically incorrect. If all the highlighted words are correct, choose option (e) i.e. "no error" as your answer choice.

When the man gave the <strong>terrific</strong> persuasive speech at the <strong>conference</strong>, the observers <strong>applaud</strong> with gusto by <strong>putting</strong> their hands together.

Explanation: All the highlighted words of the sentence are grammatically correct and contextually meaningful with precise spellings. Since there is no error option (e) becomes the most suitable answer choice.

In the following questions two columns are given containing three sentences/phrases each. In first column, sentences/phrases are A, B and C and in the second column the sentences/phrases are D, E and F. A sentence/phrase from the first column may or may not connect with another sentence/phrase from the second column to make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. Each question has five options which display the sequence(s) in which the sentences/phrases can be joined to form a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. Choose the correct combination of parts that make a meaningful sentence.

COLUMN I<br><br> (A) There is emerging international recognition <br> (B) It can serve as the driving force to restore hope<br> (C) The earnest determination distilled in these words is the spirit we all need<br> COLUMN II<br> (D) and create societies where all can live with hope and dignity. <br><br> (E) our work makes us feel productive and empowered. <br><br> (F) that women's participation is key to effective climate action.

Explanation: Combination A-F forms grammatically viable and contextually meaningful sentence as the relevant phrases are of similar context and in appropriate grammatical syntax. The sentence thus formed is, "There is emerging international recognition that women's participation is key to effective climate action".

In the following questions two columns are given containing three sentences/phrases each. In first column, sentences/phrases are A, B and C and in the second column the sentences/phrases are D, E and F. A sentence/phrase from the first column may or may not connect with another sentence/phrase from the second column to make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. Each question has five options which display the sequence(s) in which the sentences/phrases can be joined to form a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. Choose the correct combination of parts that make a meaningful sentence.

COLUMN I <br> (A) Over time, there are changes that take place<br> (B) In the case of primary succession, <br> (C) In other cases, a pre-existing group of species is replaced by a new group of species, <br> COLUMN II<br> (D) where they house an array of species. <br><br> (E) that ecological communities move from possessing very little species diversity<br><br> (F) in the composition of species that constitute an ecological community.

Explanation: Combination A-F forms grammatically viable and contextually meaningful sentence as the relevant phrases are of similar context and in appropriate grammatical syntax. The sentence thus formed is, "Over time, there are changes that take place in the composition of species that constitute an ecological community."

In the following questions two columns are given containing three sentences/phrases each. In first column, sentences/phrases are A, B and C and in the second column the sentences/phrases are D, E and F. A sentence/phrase from the first column may or may not connect with another sentence/phrase from the second column to make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. Each question has five options which display the sequence(s) in which the sentences/phrases can be joined to form a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. Choose the correct combination of parts that make a meaningful sentence.

Column I<br> (A) The increase in MSP for rabi crops comes<br> (B) There are notified crops<br> (C) For big companies, there are instances<br> Column II<br> (D) The government said in a release. <br> (E) Just ahead of the RBI monetary policy announcement. <br> (F) Of even the infrastructure getting damaged

Explanation: For big companies, there are instances of even the infrastructure getting damaged, Sentence (C) and (F) makes proper combination as a sentence. The increase in MSP for rabi crops comes just ahead of the RBI monetary policy announcement, (A) and (E) makes the perfect match as in sentence.

In the following questions two columns are given containing three sentences/phrases each. In first column, sentences/phrases are A, B and C and in the second column the sentences/phrases are D, E and F. A sentence/phrase from the first column may or may not connect with another sentence/phrase from the second column to make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. Each question has five options which display the sequence(s) in which the sentences/phrases can be joined to form a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. Choose the correct combination of parts that make a meaningful sentence.

Column I <br> (A) India will be the third largest aviation<br> (B) The biggest contribution in<br> (C) Firstly, we are seeing an/a<br> Column II<br> (D) market globally a year sooner. <br> (E) as the world's largest aviation<br> (F) restrictive protectionist measures

Explanation: Only sentence (A) and (D) makes a perfect match as a sentence, India will be the third largest aviation market globally a year sooner.

In the following questions two columns are given containing three sentences/phrases each. In first column, sentences/phrases are A, B and C and in the second column the sentences/phrases are D, E and F. A sentence/phrase from the first column may or may not connect with another sentence/phrase from the second column to make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. Each question has five options which display the sequence(s) in which the sentences/phrases can be joined to form a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. Choose the correct combination of parts that make a meaningful sentence.

COLUMN I<br> (A) Researchers are only beginning to understand the power<br> (B) As our understanding grows, we will have the potential<br> (C) The burden of gene editing<br> COLUMN II<br> (D) cannot be borne by science alone. <br> (E) to edit out genes that cause fatal diseases. <br> (F) would not be passed down the family tree.

Explanation: Combination B-E and C-D successfully form grammatically viable and contextually meaningful sentence as the relevant phrases are of similar context and in appropriate grammatical syntax.

Given below are sentences consisting a blank in each. Identify the most suitable alternative among the five given that fits into the blank to make the sentence logical and meaningful.

In _________ to picking up milk from the grocery store, we also need to get some bread, because my cousin ate all of it this past week.

Explanation: The most appropriate word to fill the blank is "addition" as "in addition to" is phrase which is used for saying that something extra exists or is happening together with the thing that you are talking about. All the other words fail to form a comprehensive sentence. Hence, option (b) is the most suitable answer choice. <br><br> Computation means the action of mathematical calculation. <br><br> Aftermath means the consequences or after-effects of a significant unpleasant event.

Given below are sentences consisting a blank in each. Identify the most suitable alternative among the five given that fits into the blank to make the sentence logical and meaningful.

He ______________ on things being done in the most efficient way and he usually does them that way himself.

Explanation: The most appropriate word to fill the blank is "insists". "insists" is a verb which means persist in (doing something). Some of the other words however may seem contextually meaningful yet they are grammatically incorrect. Hence, option (d) is the most suitable answer choice. Conserves means protect (something, especially something of environmental or cultural importance) from harm or destruction. Urge means try earnestly or persistently to persuade (someone) to do something.

Given below are sentences consisting a blank in each. Identify the most suitable alternative among the five given that fits into the blank to make the sentence logical and meaningful.

If the quality of your product meets with our customer's approval, we will place ______________ orders.

Explanation: The most appropriate word to fill the blank is "regular". "regular" means recurring at uniform intervals. Since the sentence is describing about the matching of quality of the product with the customer's need, the next part of the sentence should complement the earlier part. Therefore all the other words become contextually incorrect. Hence, option (c) is the most appropriate answer choice. <br> Interrupted means stop the continuous progress of (an activity or process). Reduced means make smaller or less in amount, degree, or size. <br> Conditional means subject to one or more conditions or requirements being met

Given below are sentences consisting a blank in each. Identify the most suitable alternative among the five given that fits into the blank to make the sentence logical and meaningful.

Tom seems to be unwilling to believe that Mary was the one who______________ his credit cards.

Explanation: The most appropriate word to fill the blank is "stole". "Stole" means take (another person's property) without permission or legal right and without intending to return it. All the other words are grammatically and contextually correct.

Given below are sentences consisting a blank in each. Identify the most suitable alternative among the five given that fits into the blank to make the sentence logical and meaningful.

The Circular will guide the regional investment ______________ and budgeting processes for FY 2020 Budget.

Explanation: The most appropriate word to fill the blank is "programming" as it means the process of scheduling something. All the other words become contextually incorrect. Hence, option (c) is the most appropriate answer choice.<br> Schedule means a plan for carrying out a process or procedure, giving lists of intended events and times. Arrange means put (things) in a neat, attractive, or required order.

The following questions consist of a sentence with a highlighted phrase which may or may not be grammatically or contextually correct. Choose the most suitable option that will replace the incorrect highlighted phrase to form a grammatically correct and meaningful sentence. If the given highlighted phrase is correct, choose option (e) i.e. "no replacement required" as your answer choice.

India has suffered from terrorism. So has Pakistan. And <strong>it turns out</strong>, now the first world too is not immune.

Explanation: The sentence is grammatically correct

The following questions consist of a sentence with a highlighted phrase which may or may not be grammatically or contextually correct. Choose the most suitable option that will replace the incorrect highlighted phrase to form a grammatically correct and meaningful sentence. If the given highlighted phrase is correct, choose option (e) i.e. "no replacement required" as your answer choice.

The advocate declared in the court that his client <strong>has prepared to</strong> surrender.

Explanation: 'Has prepared to' will not be used, instead 'was prepared to' will be used because the given sentence is in indirect narration in which reporting verb 'declared' is in past tense and because of which reported speech will also be in past tense.

The following questions consist of a sentence with a highlighted phrase which may or may not be grammatically or contextually correct. Choose the most suitable option that will replace the incorrect highlighted phrase to form a grammatically correct and meaningful sentence. If the given highlighted phrase is correct, choose option (e) i.e. "no replacement required" as your answer choice.

Any step that the Prime Minister takes to remove violence in the country <strong>will be appreciate</strong>.

Explanation: Instead of 'appreciate' in the highlighted part, 'appreciated' would be used. In passive voice, 'to be [is/are/am/was/were/be//being/been] + V3 form is always used. Hence, the option (d) is the correct answer.

The following questions consist of a sentence with a highlighted phrase which may or may not be grammatically or contextually correct. Choose the most suitable option that will replace the incorrect highlighted phrase to form a grammatically correct and meaningful sentence. If the given highlighted phrase is correct, choose option (e) i.e. "no replacement required" as your answer choice.

If this is freedom of speech, then it <strong>must been curtailed</trong>immediately.

Explanation: Curtail means reduce in extent or quantity; impose a restriction on.

The following questions consist of a sentence with a highlighted phrase which may or may not be grammatically or contextually correct. Choose the most suitable option that will replace the incorrect highlighted phrase to form a grammatically correct and meaningful sentence. If the given highlighted phrase is correct, choose option (e) i.e. "no replacement required" as your answer choice.

When the police started asking questions, the suspect <strong>clammed up</strong>.

Explanation: Clam up means to refuse to speak.