1. Scenario: A government agency is updating its website to include downloadable forms. They want to ensure the instructions for completing the forms are clear and professional.
Question: Which of the following instruction best reflects the principles of official correspondence?
(a) Just fill this out and send it in, no big deal.
(b) You gotta put your info here, then sign there and you are good to go.
(c) Please complete all sections of the form using legible hand writing or typed text. Submit the completed form along with the required supporting documentation.
(d) Write your name and address, then do the rest however you want.
2. Find the suitable words:
The ________ clouds signaled an approaching storm.
3. Scenario: Ms. Priyanka is seeking assistance and information regarding services for differently-abled individuals in the state.
Match Ms. Priyanka's needs with the appropriate department.
Column A (Ms. Priyanka's needs) Column B (Departments)
(a) Ms. Priyanka needs to obtain a disability certificate and access related benefits 1. Department of social welfare and women empowerment
(b) Ms. Priyanka seeks information about educational scholarships and vocational training programs for her differently-abled child 2. Directorate for welfare of the Differently-abled
(c) Ms. Priyanka wants to report accessibility issues in public buildings and transport 3. Department of labour and employment
(d) Ms. Priyanka is looking for information on self-employment schemes and financial assistance for differently-abled entrepreneurs 4. Department of municipal
administration and water supply
4. Fill in the blanks:
_______ refer to a situation where borrowing money from banks, and other financial institutions becomes difficult, often due to rising interest rates on a general economic downturn
5. The process of hiring and managing employees is called
6. Passage: Smart home technologies aim to simplify daily life. They offer increased convenience and efficiency. User-friendly interfaces are essential for widespread adoption. The goal is to empower individuals through technology.
Question: Which of the following statements best describe the author's purpose in the passage?
(a) to criticize the complexity of smart home technologies
(b) to highlight the benefits of smart home technologies
(c) to emphasize the importance of user-friendly interfaces
(d) to advocate for the empowerment of individuals through technology
7. Passage: A solar eclipse happens when the moon blocks the sun. This causes temporary darkness. It requires the Sun, Moon and Earth to align. The result is a shadow on Earth.
Question: Which of the following statements accurately define or explain terms from the passage?
(a) A solar eclipse is when the Earth blocks the Sun.
(b) A solar eclipse is when the Moon blocks the Sun.
(c) Alignment of the Sun, Moon and Earth is required
(d) A shadow on Earth is a result of a solar eclipse
8. Complete the following sentence, choosing the appropriate word from the options given.
I can _________ the presence of something rotten in the room.
9. Match the words in Column A with their suitable synonyms in Column B:
Column A Column B
(a) dissonance 1. abnormality
(b) esoteric 2. mockery
(c) lampoon 3. abstruse
(d) idiosyncrasy 4. discord
10. In the given dialogue, some questions are underlined. Identify their type and mark 'A' if it is a strong question and 'B' if it is a weak question.
Anu : Dear friends, how can we celebrate women's day?
Malar: Please clarify. Where and how are we going to celebrate?
Anu : It must be celebrated in a grand manner.
Malar: Shall we identify the venue?
Anu : JKM Palace.
Malar: Will it be available?
Anu : Yes.
11. Passage: A new social media platform gained rapid popularity among teenagers. Concerns arose about data privacy and the spread of misinformation. Despite these issues, the platform provided a space for creative expression and fostered online communities.
Question: Based on the above scenario, which of the following statements are most likely to be true?
(a) The platform is universally considered harmful.
(b) The platform has both positive and negative impacts.
(c) The platform is primarily used for educational purposes.
(d) There are significant concerns about the platform's ethical implications.
12. Passage: The city's rapid expansion led to increased traffic congestion and air pollution. Public transport systems were overwhelmed, and green spaces were replaced by concrete structures for the growing population. Residents complained of rising stress levels and a loss of community feeling.
Question: Based on the given passage, which of the following statements is most likely to be true?
(a) The city is focused on preserving its historical landmarks.
(b) The city is experiencing negative consequences of unchecked growth.
(c) Residents are actively involved in urban planning decisions.
(d) The city's infrastructure is struggling to keep pace with its population.
13. Passage : The advent of remote work changed employment. Seamless collaboration rose with technology, Flexibility increased, yet isolation concerns grew.
Question: Which of the following statements accurately reflect the meaning of the underlined word(s) as used in the passage?
(a) 'advent' means the gradual decline of
(b) 'seamless' means smooth and without interruption
(c) 'flexibility' refers to the ability to adapt
(d) 'isolation' means the state of being alone
14. Passage: The relentless surge in global temperatures paints a stark picture of our planet's future. Melting glaciers, raging wildfires and unprecedented floods serve as grim reminders of the escalating crisis. A sense of urgency pervades scientific reports, echoing the desperate need for immediate and decisive action. The window of opportunity to mitigate the catastrophic effects of climate change is rapidly closing, leaving behind a legacy of irreversible damage.
Question: Which of the following words and phrases contribute to the mood of the passage?
15. நீங்கள் அவருடன் கிரிக்கெட் விளையாடிக் கொண்டிருந்தீர்களா?
Choose the correct English sentence from the options given, which best conveys the meaning of the sentence below
16. Sentence: The meeting will have been scheduled by the time we arrive.
Question: Which of the following Tamil sentence best conveys the meaning of the given sentence?
(a) நாம் வரும்போது கூட்டம் திட்டமிடப்படும்.
(b) நாம் வரும்போது கூட்டம் திட்டமிட்டிருப்பார்கள்.
(c) நாம் வரும்போது கூட்டம் திட்டமிடப்பட்டு இருக்கும்.
(d) நாம் வரும்போது கூட்டம் திட்டமிடுகிறார்கள்.
17. Passage : The company needs to 'develop' a new strategy. They want to 'develop' the land for a new factory.
Question: Which of the following Tamil translations are appropriate for the word 'develop' in the given sentences?
(a) வளர்க்க
(b) உருவாக்க
(c) மேம்படுத்த
(d) கட்டியெழுப்ப
18. Which of the following statements are incorrect?
(1) The play, "The Tempest" was written between 1610 and 1611.
(2) "The Tempest" was not based on any actual incident.
(3) Shakespeare had penned 10 sonnets.
(4) Prospero dismissed Ariel from his service before he left the island.
19. Match the categories in Column A with the words in Column B:
A B
(a) Abbreviations 1. Bat, Bat
(b) Acronyms 2. Aloud, Allowed
(c) Homonyms 3. WHO, PAN
(d) Homophones 4. ATM, CEO
20. Which are the following statements are true about "Sir. C.V. Raman"?
(1) Sir. C.V. Raman was an Indian physicist.
(2) Sir. C.V. Raman was honoured with the Bharat Ratna Award.
(3) Sir. C.V. Raman's birthday is celebrated as "National Science Day".
21. Choose the correct option:
What did the young seagull do, when his parents beckoned to him?
(1) He began to swoop
(2) He screamed with fright and attempted to rise again
(3) He answered with another scream
(4) He sank his feet into the green sea
22. Identify the figure of speech in the following poetic line:
'They growl at the rain and they
growl at the sun'.
23. Which is the largest planet in the Solar system?
24. Choose the correct 'Synonym' by matching Column 'A' and Column 'B':
Column A Column B
(a) strife 1. futile
(b) endure 2. disagreement
(c) vain 3. undergo
(d) accents 4. emphasise
25. Identify the figure of speech employed in the following lines.
Born of despair with a sudden spring.