Knowledge has turned out to be mans greatest asset in mastering and conquering nature. The word science means literally knowledge. It is this quest and thrust for knowledge and the curiosity of man to know things beyond his reach that resulted in his becoming the lord of this plant. His never ending pursuit to unearth the reason behind phenomenon has resulted in endless discoveries and inventions, which have proved to be the grate stepping stones in the progress of mankind. Inventions like the telephone, radio, t.v, telegraph, transistors, airplanes, automobiles, steam engine, electricity, wireless, telescopes, microscope etc, have changed man’s life forever. There have been inventions and discoveries in all aspects of life. Science has worked grater miracles in the fields of health and medicine and has been the greatest weapon in man’s battle against diseases of various kinds. Vaccination is a miracle in the field of science. Penicillin, streptomycin, radium and x-rays have turned out be great blessings. The discovery of the atom and its structure has been one of the most remarkable discoveries made by man. The quantum theory, the electricity along with the great findings of Einstein, Neils Bohr etc, have revolutionised the world of science forever. Computer and information technology are the latest revolutions in the field of science. With the coming of mobiles, internet, web conferencing etc, the world has shrunk into a cyber village where time and distance have no meaning are at least are no longer barriers.

Knowledge has turned out to be mans greatest asset in mastering and

conquering nature. The word science means literally knowledge. It is this

quest and thrust for knowledge and the curiosity of man to know things

beyond his reach that resulted in his becoming the lord of this plant. His

never ending pursuit to unearth the reason behind phenomenon has

resulted in endless discoveries and inventions, which have proved to be the

grate stepping stones in the progress of mankind.

Inventions like the telephone, radio, t.v, telegraph, transistors, airplanes,

automobiles, steam engine, electricity, wireless, telescopes, microscope

etc, have changed man’s life forever. There have been inventions and

discoveries in all aspects of life. Science has worked grater miracles in the

fields of health and medicine and has been the greatest weapon in man’s

battle against diseases of various kinds. Vaccination is a miracle in the field

of science. Penicillin, streptomycin, radium and x-rays have turned out be

great blessings.

The discovery of the atom and its structure has been one of the most

remarkable discoveries made by man. The quantum theory, the electricity

along with the great findings of Einstein, Neils Bohr etc, have revolutionised

the world of science forever. Computer and information technology are the

latest revolutions in the field of science. With the coming of mobiles,

internet, web conferencing etc, the world has shrunk into a cyber village

where time and distance have no meaning are at least are no longer

barriers.

Technology is on a rise every day. Each new day brings better technology

with it. However, we should learn to us our knowledge constructively. Only

constructive uses of science can guarantee the continuation of mankind on

this earth. Moreover, it is man who is the great generator, creator and

inventor of all this knowledge and technology. We should be warned of

becoming slaves to our own creations and inventions. Only then, can

science be a blessing and a miracle. Science, if used for the betterment of

mankind and society can bring about changes in our lives by making better,

more comfortable and worthwhile.

1. What was the first thing that the man learnt to do?

A. To conquer the nature. B. To battle with his fellow men.

C. To live leisurely in the nature. D. To eat and sleep.

Ans: A

2. How has the world shrunk for man technologically?

A. Continents on the earth are drifting closer to each other

B. Video conferencing, the internet has made this possible

C. Development of medicines

D. The planet is becoming smaller

Ans: B

3. According to the given passage, …………………………. is the miracle in

the field of science

A. computers B. vaccination C. atoms and its structure D. airplane

Ans: C

4. Mark the option which is closest to the meaning of the word given below

ABNEGATE

A. renounce B. assert C. give up D. continue

Ans: A

5. The following sentence consists of a word or a phrase which is

highlighted. Each of them is followed by four words or phrases. Choose the

word or the phrase which is closest in meaning to highlighted word or

phrase.

My only major complaint was that the remote was thin and felt flimsy.

A. meager B. substantial C. sturdy D. plausible

Ans: A

6. For the given question, choose the alternative which best expresses the

sentence in Active/Passive voice.

Mr. Tirupati reviewed the book.

The book has been reviewed by Mr. Tirupati.

The book had been reviewed by Mr. Tirupati.

The book is reviewed by Mr. Tirupati.

The book was reviewed by Mr. Tirupati.

Ans: D

7. Fill in the blanks with the most suitable option.

____________ the police immediately.

To call Call Been calling Called

Ans: B

8. Choose the option which gives the closest meaning to the phrase given

below.

Back Seat Driver

Extra weight

Instructor from backend.

People who criticize from the sideline

Second person

Ans: C

9. Choose the option which gives the closest to the phrase given below.

To sink fast

To evaporate fast Absorbing fast To sink down Becoming

worse and worse

ans: Becoming worse and worse

10. Mark the option which is closest to the meaning of the word given

below.

IRKSOME

Appease Alleviate Mollify Aggravating

Ans: D

11. Mark the option which is the closest to the opposite in meaning of the

word given below.

FALLACY

Illusion Elusion Misconception Frankness

ans: Misconception

12. Find of which part of the sentence below has an error and mark the

option accordingly

When asked To catch Rose Teacher’s attention

Ans: B

13. Fill in the blank(s) with the most suitable option.

The history of Hindu religion dates _________ ancient times.

From For None of the mentioned options

Since

ans: Since

14. For the given question, choose alternative which best expresses the

sentence in Active/Passive voice

Let the door be closed at once

Close the door at once Please close the door

Let the door be closed at once You are advised to close the

door at once

Ans: A

15. Mark the option which is closest to the opposite in meaning of the

underlined word or phrase.

Through he was born in squalid surroundings of slums, he rose to

stratospheric heights.

Clean Dirty Disorderly Mean

Ans: B

16. Fill in the blank(s) with the most suitable option.

The court has yet to serve him _________ summons for the suit med

against him.

On With To None of the

mentioned options

Ans: B

Synonyms -

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : ARROGANT

Op 1: Conceited

Op 2: Humble

Op 3: Progressive

Op 4: Noble Op 5:

Correct Op : 1

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : ASSASSIN

Op 1: Victim

Op 2: Slayer

Op 3: Record

Op 4: Heroic

Correct Op : 2

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : AUDACITY

Op 1: Dislike

Op 2: Insolence

Op 3: Boasting

Op 4: Agree

Correct Op : 2

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : BENEVOLENCE

Op 1: Kindness

Op 2: Adopt

Op 3: Secure

Op 4: Greetings

Correct Op : 1

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : BLASPHEMOUS

Op 1: Convict

Op 2: Gather

Op 3: Impious

Op 4: Impious

Correct Op : 3

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : BUOYANT

Op 1: Joyful

Op 2: Peaceful

Op 3: Angry

Op 4: Clever

Correct Op : 1

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : BRITTLE

Op 1: Partner

Op 2: Like iron

Op 3: Tough

Op 4: Fragile

Correct Op : 4

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : BAFFLE

Op 1: Regard

Op 2: Scorn

Op 3: Perplex

Op 4: Confound

Correct Op : 3

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : BAFFLE

Op 1: Regard

Op 2: Scorn

Op 3: Perplex

Op 4: Confound

Correct Op : 3

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : COMPASSIONATE

Op 1: Crazy

Op 2: Merciful

Op 3: Complex

Op 4: Hatred

Correct Op : 2

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : CONCEAL

Op 1: Harvest

Op 2: To explore

Op 3: Clear

Op 4: Obscure

Correct Op : 4

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : CONTEMPORARY

Op 1: Recent

Op 2: Old

Op 3: Sort of dance

Op 4: Hindrance

Correct Op : 1

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : CONTEMPT

Op 1: Confined

Op 2: Disregard

Op 3: Regard

Op 4: Praise

Correct Op : 2

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : DESPAIR

Op 1: Collapse

Op 2: Hopeful

Op 3: Idea

Op 4: Terrible

Correct Op : 1

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : EMINENT

Op 1: Famous

Op 2: Less Known

Op 3: Kind

Op 4: Cruel

Correct Op : 1

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : ECSTASY

Op 1: Careless

Op 2: Despair

Op 3: Depression

Op 4: Overjoy

Correct Op : 4

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : FIDELITY

Op 1: Loyality

Op 2: Defiance

Op 3: Equality

Op 4: Wealth

Correct Op : 1

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : HAGGARD

Op 1: motion

Op 2: Robust

Op 3: Exhausted

Op 4: Active

Correct Op : 4

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : INQUISTIVE

Op 1: Curious

Op 2: Distracted

Op 3: Ignorant

Op 4: Observe

Correct Op : 1

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : LETHAL

Op 1: Boor

Op 2: Famous

Op 3: Noxious

Op 4: Infamous

Correct Op : 3

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : MEAGRE

Op 1: Largest

Op 2: Mirage

Op 3: Oblivion

Op 4: Scanty

Correct Op : 4

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : NONCHALANT

Op 1: Scrupulous

Op 2: Heedless

Op 3: Vigilant

Op 4: Attentive

Correct Op : 2

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : OBLIVIOUS

Op 1: Negligent

Op 2: Intelligent

Op 3: Mortality

Op 4: Tribute

Correct Op : 1

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : PUNGENT

Op 1: Sharp

Op 2: Mild

Op 3: Palatable

Op 4: Impede

Correct Op : 1

Ques. Select the word or phrase which best expresses the meaning of the

given word. : REVERENCE

Op 1: Respect

Op 2: Dishonour

Op 3: Affront

Op 4: Revoke

Correct Op : 1