Reading Comprehension Free Mock Test – Part 8
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Reading Comprehension Free Mock Test – Part 8
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Which of the following statements are not true with respect to the passage? a. With creative thinking, one generates as many alternative approaches as one can. b. Exclusive thinking leads us to the important pieces of the puzzle. c. Inclusive thinking makes one look for different ways to look at the problem. d. Exclusive thinking makes us broaden our attention and look for potential alternatives. e. Creativity and inclusive approach go hand in hand. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(अ) b and d only Explanation: b and d only
The features that define creative thinking are: a. Multi dimensional approach b. Willingness to explore c. Biased approach d. Not easily satisfied Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(ब) a, b and d only Explanation: a, b and d only
According to the passage, the most important thing with respect to solving a problem is:
(ब) The willingness to explore all alternatives Explanation: The willingness to explore all alternatives
Choose the Antonym of the word SURPLUS from the options given:
(स) Deficit Explanation: Deficit
Identify the correct statements a. The ice ages or glacial periods are examples of climate changes in the modern times. b. In the past, climate changes occurred gradually and naturally. c. Rising global tempratures can cause more flooding and droughts. d. Greenhouse gases are given out by plants. e .The climate changes today are dissimilar to those of the past. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(स) b, c and e only. Explanation: b, c and e only.
The greenhouse effect is caused when
(अ) The gases like carbon-dioxide trap the heat of the sun in the air Explanation: The gases like carbon-dioxide trap the heat of the sun in the air
Which of the following were not suggested at the Kyoto summit? a. Most industrialized countries would reduce emissions. b. More forests should be cut to create the so called sinks. c. The automobile industry should roll out electric vehicles. d. Targets were set to reduce the volume of greenhouse gas emissions. e. the rate of industrialization should be contained. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(ब) b, c and e only. Explanation: b, c and e only.
The implications of an unprecedented rate of ____ are very serious.
(द) Global warming Explanation: Global warming
Match List-I with List-II List-I (Words) List-II (Meaning) a. Unprecedented I. Forests land, which absorbs carbon-dioxide from the air b. Implications II. That which has never happened before c. Sinks III. The deliberate spreading of frightening rumours d. Scare mongering IV. Something that is suggested Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(द) a-II, b-IV, c-I, d-III Explanation: a-II, b-IV, c-I, d-III
The use of steroids and inhalers for asthma is to:
(ब) relieve it Explanation: relieve it
For a long time it was believed that although one of the following might exacerbate the condition (asthma), it is unlikely to be the cause of it:
(ब) the poor air quality Explanation: the poor air quality
Identify the statement which focuses on the newest possible cause of asthmatic attack:
(स) A diet deficient in antioxidants may be responsible for the condition. Explanation: A diet deficient in antioxidants may be responsible for the condition.
Which of the following is not likely to trigger an asthmatic attack?
(स) Fruits and vegetables Explanation: Fruits and vegetables
Match List-I with List-II List-I (Words) List-II (Antonyms) a. alleviate I. assuage b. impairs II. aggravate c. exacerbate III. leisurely d. rapidly IV. repairs Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(ब) a – II, b – IV, c – I, d – III Explanation: a – II, b – IV, c – I, d – III
Accordingto Dr. Kalam, the element that was common beween the scientists and technologists was:
(अ) They were not afraid of failure Explanation: They were not afraid of failure
According to Dr. Kalam, personal freedom can be achieved only when a. Youempower yourself with knowledge b.You free yourself from all responsibility C. You develop a passion for personal responsibility. d. You develop courage to be responsible for the work you believe in Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(ब) a, c and d only Explanation: a, c and d only
Dr. Kalam supported nuclearisaion of India as he strongly believed that:
(द) Unless India stands up to the world, no one will respect us Explanation: Unless India stands up to the world, no one will respect us
Dr. Kalam draws an analogy between science and spirituality according to which a. Science is based on questioning whereas spirituality is based established principles b. Both are arrived at by not questioning c. Both lead one to seek truth d. Both are habits Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(ब) a and c only Explanation: a and c only
Match List-I with List-II List-I List-II a. Conservative I. Using new ideas b. Arsenal II. To feel stronger c. Innovative III. A collection of weapons d. Fortify IV. Opposed to sudden social change Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(द) a-IV, b-III, C-I, d-II Explanation: a-IV, b-III, C-I, d-II
Scientists are aiming to create an unbiased algorithm-
(द) To bridge the gaps and remove social prejudices Explanation: To bridge the gaps and remove social prejudices
A set of rules that must be followed when solving a particular problem is ____ .
(ब) Algorithm Explanation: Algorithm
Match List-I with List-II List-I (Words) List-II (Meanings) a. Entrenched I. ability of show future happenings b. Marginalised II. established strongly c. Predictive III. People that share the same cultural traditions d. Ethnic IV. with not much say in important matters. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(ब) a – II, b – IV, c – I, d – III Explanation: a – II, b – IV, c – I, d – III
Match List-I with List-II List-I (Fields) List-II (Application of AI) a. Medicine I. Predicting natural catastrophies b. Banking II. Identifying Potential criminals c. Criminology III. Interpreting ultrasound images d. Meteorology IV. Disbursing loansy Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
(स) a – III, b – IV, c – II, d – I Explanation: a – III, b – IV, c – II, d – I
Identify the drawback of using AI extensively according to the passage :-
(द) Biasness against certain sections of people due to lack of information. Explanation: Biasness against certain sections of people due to lack of information.
Ding Liren feels the Indian prodigy D.Gukesh can be a “difficult player to handle” because –
(ब) he can play many kinds of openings and can surprise you at the openings. Explanation: he can play many kinds of openings and can surprise you at the openings.
