Reading Comprehension
22 Defence English previous year questions on Reading Comprehension — options free on every question; 2 include the answer & explanation free, the rest unlock with PYQ Pass.
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PYQAccelerated rates of loss of ice due to climate change in the case of oceans and frozen areas onland particularly in Greenland, the Arctic and the Antarctic will not produce?
✓ Correct answer: c) Greenhouse gas emissions
ExplanationThe correct answer is: C. Greenhouse gas emissions Explanation: The passage mentions that accelerated rates of ice loss in areas like Greenland, the Arctic, and the Antarctic will lead to: Rise in sea levels Increase in tropical cyclone winds Rainfall and extreme waves
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PYQAccording to the passage, where was the UN conference for Climate Change held?
✓ Correct answer: c) Madrid
ExplanationThe correct answer is: C. Madrid Explanation: The passage clearly states: "Two important reports of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)... lend further urgency to the task before countries now meeting in Madrid for the UN conference." This confirms that the UN conference for Climate Change was held in Madrid.
Q3
PYQRead the passage carefully and answer the items based on it. You are required to select your answers based on the contents of the passage and the opinion of the author only. Two important reports of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), on the impact ofhigher global temperatures on land, oceans, and the cryosphere, lend further urgency to the task before countries now meeting in Madrid for the UN conference. The member-nations of the UN Framework Conventionon Climate Change have been trying to finalize measures under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement to commodify carbon emissions cuts and to make it financially attractive to reduce emissions. The IPCC scientists, whoseresearch helps the international community decide on actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, are worried that even under the most optimistic scenarios, human health, livelihoods, biodiversity, and food systems face a serious threat from climate change. In the case of oceans and frozen areas on land, accelerated rates of loss of ice,particularly in Greenland, the Arctic, and the Antarctic, will produce a destructive rise in sea levels; increases in tropical cyclone winds, rainfall, and extreme waves, combined with relative sea-level rise, will exacerbate catastrophic sea- level events. All this will deal a blow also to the health of fish stocks. What is particularly significant for countries with a long coastline, including India, is that local sea level anomalies that occurred once in a century may become annual events, due to the projected global mean sea level rise over the 21st century.This is an alarming scenario for the 680 million residents of low-lying coastal areas, whose population may go upto one billion by 2050, and for those living in small islands. What is alarming scenario for the countries with a long coastline?
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PYQ'Climate change will exacerbate catastrophic sea-level events' What is the meaning of this line from passage?
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PYQResearch of IPCC Scientists helps the international community decide on actions to reduce?
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PYQDirections: Read the following passage carefully and answer the items based on it. You are required to select your answers based solely on the contents of the passage and the opinion of the author. When children develop their mother tongue, they are simultaneously fostering a whole host of other essential skills, such as critical thinking and literacy skills. It is this skill-set that take with them into formal education, and research tells us that any skill and concept gained in the learner's home language don't need to be re-taught when they transfer to a second language. Language and mother tongue also play a huge role in the development of personal, social and cultural identity. Children with a strong foundation in their first language often display a deeper understanding of themselves and their place within society, along with an increased sense of well-being and confidence. Naturally, this flows down into every aspect of their lives, including their academic achievement. In all education the primary place should be given to training in the exact and free use of mother tongue. Mother tongue is the true vehicle of mother wit. Another medium of speech may bring with it a current of new ideas, But the mother tongue is one with the air in which a man is born. It is through the vernacular that new conceptions of the mind should press their way to birth in speech. A man's native speech is almost like his shadow, inseparable from his personality. In our way of speech, we must, as the old saying runs, drink water out of our own cistern, for each one of us is a member of a community. It is through our vernacular, through our folk speech that most of us attain the characteristic expression of our nature. Through the vernacular, most human beings accomplish
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PYQDirections: Read the following passage carefully and answer the items based on it. You are required to select your answers based solely on the contents of the passage and the opinion of the author. When children develop their mother tongue, they are simultaneously fostering a whole host of other essential skills, such as critical thinking and literacy skills. It is this skill-set that take with them into formal education, and research tells us that any skill and concept gained in the learner's home language don't need to be re-taught when they transfer to a second language. Language and mother tongue also play a huge role in the development of personal, social and cultural identity. Children with a strong foundation in their first language often display a deeper understanding of themselves and their place within society, along with an increased sense of well-being and confidence. Naturally, this flows down into every aspect of their lives, including their academic achievement. In all education the primary place should be given to training in the exact and free use of mother tongue. Mother tongue is the true vehicle of mother wit. Another medium of speech may bring with it a current of new ideas, But the mother tongue is one with the air in which a man is born. It is through the vernacular that new conceptions of the mind should press their way to birth in speech. A man's native speech is almost like his shadow, inseparable from his personality. In our way of speech, we must, as the old saying runs, drink water out of our own cistern, for each one of us is a member of a community. It is through our vernacular, through our folk speech that most of us attain the characteristic expression of our nature. In education, training in the free use of mother tongue should be given
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PYQDirections: Read the following passage carefully and answer the items based on it. You are required to select your answers based solely on the contents of the passage and the opinion of the author. When children develop their mother tongue, they are simultaneously fostering a whole host of other essential skills, such as critical thinking and literacy skills. It is this skill-set that take with them into formal education, and research tells us that any skill and concept gained in the learner's home language don't need to be re-taught when they transfer to a second language. Language and mother tongue also play a huge role in the development of personal, social and cultural identity. Children with a strong foundation in their first language often display a deeper understanding of themselves and their place within society, along with an increased sense of well-being and confidence. Naturally, this flows down into every aspect of their lives, including their academic achievement. In all education the primary place should be given to training in the exact and free use of mother tongue. Mother tongue is the true vehicle of mother wit. Another medium of speech may bring with it a current of new ideas, But the mother tongue is one with the air in which a man is born. It is through the vernacular that new conceptions of the mind should press their way to birth in speech. A man's native speech is almost like his shadow, inseparable from his personality. In our way of speech, we must, as the old saying runs, drink water out of our own cistern, for each one of us is a member of a community. It is through our vernacular, through our folk speech that most of us attain the characteristic expression of our nature. A man's indigenous speech is almost like his
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PYQDirections: Read the following passage carefully and answer the items based on it. You are required to select your answers based solely on the contents of the passage and the opinion of the author. When children develop their mother tongue, they are simultaneously fostering a whole host of other essential skills, such as critical thinking and literacy skills. It is this skill-set that take with them into formal education, and research tells us that any skill and concept gained in the learner's home language don't need to be re-taught when they transfer to a second language. Language and mother tongue also play a huge role in the development of personal, social and cultural identity. Children with a strong foundation in their first language often display a deeper understanding of themselves and their place within society, along with an increased sense of well-being and confidence. Naturally, this flows down into every aspect of their lives, including their academic achievement. In all education the primary place should be given to training in the exact and free use of mother tongue. Mother tongue is the true vehicle of mother wit. Another medium of speech may bring with it a current of new ideas, But the mother tongue is one with the air in which a man is born. It is through the vernacular that new conceptions of the mind should press their way to birth in speech. A man's native speech is almost like his shadow, inseparable from his personality. In our way of speech, we must, as the old saying runs, drink water out of our own cistern, for each one of us is a member of a community. It is through our vernacular, through our folk speech that most of us attain the characteristic expression of our nature. According to the old saying, we should drink water out of our own
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Q10
PYQRead the given passage and answer the questions that follow. Many of us have enjoyed visiting a zoo and consider it a day out having fun. Seeing real animals face to face can be thrilling and exciting, but many people wonder whether the animals themselves while entertaining us, are suffering in the zoos. Many zoos do not have enough money to provide the animals with the basic features of a proper environment. Most animals are put in an artificial environment (e.g., cages). This isolation from their natural habitat can amount to cruelty. In some zoos, we see concrete floors for burrowing animals like rabbits. Cruelty may be shown in ways other than physical abuse or starvation. Big predators like lions and tigers are created to chase and hunt. By depriving them of these activities, we forget the reason for which they have evolved. These big cats lie in cages in the zoo eating the food given to them and they have nothing else to do. Highly intelligent and curious animals like chimpanzees and polar bears may become frustrated in a zoo; they need a challenging environment. Zoo supporters might argue that zoos provide educational opportunities to the visitors, especially children; if we didn't have animals in zoos, children wouldn't see them at all and be ignorant about them. We live at a time when animals in their natural habitat can be seen on TV or computers, even smartphones while sitting at home. Therefore, the aim should be to conserve animals in the wild, in protected areas called sanctuaries. What does the word "conserve" most likely mean in the context of the passage?
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PYQRead the given passage and answer the questions that follow. Many of us have enjoyed visiting a zoo and consider it a day out having fun. Seeing real animals face to face can be thrilling and exciting, but many people wonder whether the animals themselves while entertaining us, are suffering in the zoos. Many zoos do not have enough money to provide the animals with the basic features of a proper environment. Most animals are put in an artificial environment (e.g., cages). This isolation from their natural habitat can amount to cruelty. In some zoos, we see concrete floors for burrowing animals like rabbits. Cruelty may be shown in ways other than physical abuse or starvation. Big predators like lions and tigers are created to chase and hunt. By depriving them of these activities, we forget the reason for which they have evolved. These big cats lie in cages in the zoo eating the food given to them and they have nothing else to do. Highly intelligent and curious animals like chimpanzees and polar bears may become frustrated in a zoo; they need a challenging environment. Zoo supporters might argue that zoos provide educational opportunities to the visitors, especially children; if we didn't have animals in zoos, children wouldn't see them at all and be ignorant about them. We live at a time when animals in their natural habitat can be seen on TV or computers, even smartphones while sitting at home. Therefore, the aim should be to conserve animals in the wild, in protected areas called sanctuaries. What argument do zoo supporters make in favor of keeping animals in zoos?
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PYQRead the given passage and answer the questions that follow. Many of us have enjoyed visiting a zoo and consider it a day out having fun. Seeing real animals face to face can be thrilling and exciting, but many people wonder whether the animals themselves while entertaining us, are suffering in the zoos. Many zoos do not have enough money to provide the animals with the basic features of a proper environment. Most animals are put in an artificial environment (e.g., cages). This isolation from their natural habitat can amount to cruelty. In some zoos, we see concrete floors for burrowing animals like rabbits. Cruelty may be shown in ways other than physical abuse or starvation. Big predators like lions and tigers are created to chase and hunt. By depriving them of these activities, we forget the reason for which they have evolved. These big cats lie in cages in the zoo eating the food given to them and they have nothing else to do. Highly intelligent and curious animals like chimpanzees and polar bears may become frustrated in a zoo; they need a challenging environment. Zoo supporters might argue that zoos provide educational opportunities to the visitors, especially children; if we didn't have animals in zoos, children wouldn't see them at all and be ignorant about them. We live at a time when animals in their natural habitat can be seen on TV or computers, even smartphones while sitting at home. Therefore, the aim should be to conserve animals in the wild, in protected areas called sanctuaries. According to the passage, we visit zoos ________.
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PYQRead the given passage and answer the questions that follow. Many of us have enjoyed visiting a zoo and consider it a day out having fun. Seeing real animals face to face can be thrilling and exciting, but many people wonder whether the animals themselves while entertaining us, are suffering in the zoos. Many zoos do not have enough money to provide the animals with the basic features of a proper environment. Most animals are put in an artificial environment (e.g., cages). This isolation from their natural habitat can amount to cruelty. In some zoos, we see concrete floors for burrowing animals like rabbits. Cruelty may be shown in ways other than physical abuse or starvation. Big predators like lions and tigers are created to chase and hunt. By depriving them of these activities, we forget the reason for which they have evolved. These big cats lie in cages in the zoo eating the food given to them and they have nothing else to do. Highly intelligent and curious animals like chimpanzees and polar bears may become frustrated in a zoo; they need a challenging environment. Zoo supporters might argue that zoos provide educational opportunities to the visitors, especially children; if we didn't have animals in zoos, children wouldn't see them at all and be ignorant about them. We live at a time when animals in their natural habitat can be seen on TV or computers, even smartphones while sitting at home. Therefore, the aim should be to conserve animals in the wild, in protected areas called sanctuaries. According to the passage, animals in zoos suffer cruelty:
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PYQDirections: Read the following passage and answer the given questions: Religion and science have often been viewed as having conflicting ideologies, with one relying on faith and the other on evidence. However, many argue that these two concepts can coexist and even complement each other. Religion can provide a moral framework and a sense of purpose, while science can explain the natural world and how it operates. One way in which religion and science can coexist is through the concept of intellect. Religion provides a moral framework and a sense of purpose, while science explains the natural world and how it operates. One example of this coexistence is in the study of the origins of the universe. Many religions have creation myths that describe how the world came to be, while science has the Big Bang theory. Both perspectives offer unique insights and understandings of the origins of the universe, and neither necessarily contradicts the other. In conclusion, religion and science are not mutually exclusive. They can coexist and even complement one another, providing a deeper understanding of the world and our place in it. Both offer unique perspectives and insights, and neither necessarily contradicts the other. The key is to approach each with an open mind and a willingness to consider different perspectives. What is the relationship between religion and science?
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PYQDirections: Read the following passage and answer the given questions: Religion and science have often been viewed as having conflicting ideologies, with one relying on faith and the other on evidence. However, many argue that these two concepts can coexist and even complement each other. Religion can provide a moral framework and a sense of purpose, while science can explain the natural world and how it operates. One way in which religion and science can coexist is through the concept of intellect. Religion provides a moral framework and a sense of purpose, while science explains the natural world and how it operates. One example of this coexistence is in the study of the origins of the universe. Many religions have creation myths that describe how the world came to be, while science has the Big Bang theory. Both perspectives offer unique insights and understandings of the origins of the universe, and neither necessarily contradicts the other. In conclusion, religion and science are not mutually exclusive. They can coexist and even complement one another, providing a deeper understanding of the world and our place in it. Both offer unique perspectives and insights, and neither necessarily contradicts the other. The key is to approach each with an open mind and a willingness to consider different perspectives. What is the key to approaching religion and science according to the passage?
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PYQDirections: Read the following passage and answer the given questions: Religion and science have often been viewed as having conflicting ideologies, with one relying on faith and the other on evidence. However, many argue that these two concepts can coexist and even complement each other. Religion can provide a moral framework and a sense of purpose, while science can explain the natural world and how it operates. One way in which religion and science can coexist is through the concept of intellect. Religion provides a moral framework and a sense of purpose, while science explains the natural world and how it operates. One example of this coexistence is in the study of the origins of the universe. Many religions have creation myths that describe how the world came to be, while science has the Big Bang theory. Both perspectives offer unique insights and understandings of the origins of the universe, and neither necessarily contradicts the other. In conclusion, religion and science are not mutually exclusive. They can coexist and even complement one another, providing a deeper understanding of the world and our place in it. Both offer unique perspectives and insights, and neither necessarily contradicts the other. The key is to approach each with an open mind and a willingness to consider different perspectives. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. "INTELLECT"
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PYQRead the following passage and answer the given questions: Women's empowerment refers to the ability of women to have control over their own lives and make their own choices. This includes having equal access to education, employment opportunities, and the ability to participate in political and economic decision-making. To truly empower women, we must work to eliminate these attitudes and break down the systemic barriers that hold women back. This requires a multifaceted approach, including policies and programmes that promote gender equality and education and awareness campaigns that challenge stereotypes and biases. However, despite the progress that has been made in recent years, there remain indifferent attitudes towards women's empowerment. These individuals may not actively work to hold women back, but they also do not actively work to promote equality and empowerment. It is important to actively work to change these attitudes and promote a culture of equality and empowerment for all women. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. "Indifferent"
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PYQArrange the parts (1), (2), (3) and (4) of the following sentences to create meaningful sentences and choose the right option accordingly. 1) people think they're 2) Blackberry phones used to be 3) old-fashioned gadgets 4) extremely popular, but now many
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PYQRead the following passage and answer the given questions: Women's empowerment refers to the ability of women to have control over their own lives and make their own choices. This includes having equal access to education, employment opportunities, and the ability to participate in political and economic decision-making. To truly empower women, we must work to eliminate these attitudes and break down the systemic barriers that hold women back. This requires a multifaceted approach, including policies and programmes that promote gender equality and education and awareness campaigns that challenge stereotypes and biases. However, despite the progress that has been made in recent years, there remain indifferent attitudes towards women's empowerment. These individuals may not actively work to hold women back, but they also do not actively work to promote equality and empowerment. It is important to actively work to change these attitudes and promote a culture of equality and empowerment for all women. What does "women's empowerment" refer to?
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PYQRead the following passage and answer the given questions: Women's empowerment refers to the ability of women to have control over their own lives and make their own choices. This includes having equal access to education, employment opportunities, and the ability to participate in political and economic decision-making. To truly empower women, we must work to eliminate these attitudes and break down the systemic barriers that hold women back. This requires a multifaceted approach, including policies and programmes that promote gender equality and education and awareness campaigns that challenge stereotypes and biases. However, despite the progress that has been made in recent years, there remain indifferent attitudes towards women's empowerment. These individuals may not actively work to hold women back, but they also do not actively work to promote equality and empowerment. It is important to actively work to change these attitudes and promote a culture of equality and empowerment for all women. What is the importance of changing indifferent attitudes toward women's empowerment?
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PYQRead the following passage and answer the given questions: Women's empowerment refers to the ability of women to have control over their own lives and make their own choices. This includes having equal access to education, employment opportunities, and the ability to participate in political and economic decision-making. To truly empower women, we must work to eliminate these attitudes and break down the systemic barriers that hold women back. This requires a multifaceted approach, including policies and programmes that promote gender equality and education and awareness campaigns that challenge stereotypes and biases. However, despite the progress that has been made in recent years, there remain indifferent attitudes towards women's empowerment. These individuals may not actively work to hold women back, but they also do not actively work to promote equality and empowerment. It is important to actively work to change these attitudes and promote a culture of equality and empowerment for all women. What is required to truly empower women?
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PYQDirections: Read the following passage and answer the given questions: Religion and science have often been viewed as having conflicting ideologies, with one relying on faith and the other on evidence. However, many argue that these two concepts can coexist and even complement each other. Religion can provide a moral framework and a sense of purpose, while science can explain the natural world and how it operates. One way in which religion and science can coexist is through the concept of intellect. Religion provides a moral framework and a sense of purpose, while science explains the natural world and how it operates. One example of this coexistence is in the study of the origins of the universe. Many religions have creation myths that describe how the world came to be, while science has the Big Bang theory. Both perspectives offer unique insights and understandings of the origins of the universe, and neither necessarily contradicts the other. In conclusion, religion and science are not mutually exclusive. They can coexist and even complement one another, providing a deeper understanding of the world and our place in it. Both offer unique perspectives and insights, and neither necessarily contradicts the other. The key is to approach each with an open mind and a willingness to consider different perspectives. Give an example of how religion and science coexist in the study of the origins of the universe.
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