1. Write a letter to the editor of a journal about the stagnant rain water issue in your area. Write the format of the letter.
(a) Salutation
(b) Date
(c) Receiver's address
(d) Signature
(e) Sender's address
(f) Subject
(g) Body of the letter
(h) Complementary close
2. Scenario: A citizen has sent an email to a government agency requesting information about a public program. The agency's policy is to respond with official letters.
Question: Which of the following actions best demonstrates adherence to official correspondence procedures?
(a) Replying to the email with a brief, formal response.
(b) Calling the citizen to provide the information over the phone.
(c) Drafting a formal letter on letter head, including all necessary elements and mailing it to the citizen.
(d) Forwarding the citizen's email to another department without a response
3. Money set aside by a legislative body for some government expenditure is a/an ________
4. Scenario: A citizen has contacted a Government office seeking clarification on a new policy.
Instruction(s): Match the general term used by the citizen with the appropriate official term the citizen should use.
Column-A (Citizen's General Term Usage) Column-B (Appropriate Official Term Usage)
(a) Can you tell me how to fix this form? 1. Is there a procedure to appeal this decision?
(b) I need to get a copy of my records 2. What are the regulations for this program?
(c) What are the rules for this program? 3. Can you tell me how to rectify this form?
(d) Is there a way to appeal this decision? 4. I need to obtain a copy of my records
5. The term "Compliance" means ________
6. Match the term in Column A with its correct definition in Column B:
Column A (Terms) Column B (Definitions)
(a) Appropriation 1. a system of government where decisions are made by state officials
(b) Bureaucracy 2. a person employed in the public sector
(c) Jurisdiction 3. the official power to make legal decisions and judgments
(d) Public servant 4. money set aside for a specific purpose
7. Passage: E-governance reduces physical paper work. Online data storage enhances security. This facilitates faster service delivery. Increased digital literacy is essential for widespread adoption.
Question: Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from the passage?
(a) E-governance increases physical paper work
(b) Online data storage improves security.
(c) Increased digital literacy is crucial for e-governance success.
(d) E-governance slow down service delivery
8. Passage : NASSCOM and similar global associations both represent tech sectors. NASSCOM focuses on India, others on regional or international markets. Both advocate the growth of the industry. NASSCOM's influence is primarily within India, others have a broader reach.
Question: Which of the following statements accurately compare NASSCOM and similar associations as described in the passage?
(a) NASSCOM and global associations represent different sectors
(b) NASSCOM and global associations represent tech sectors
(c) NASSCOM's influence is primarily within India
(d) Global associations have limited reach
9. Complete the sentence below, choosing the suitable pair from the given options:
The _______ are insufficient to implement the new education policy in rural areas.
10. Passage : The bustling market place was a symphony of sounds and smells, vendors called out their wares, a mix of spices filled the air and the chatter of customers created a lively hum. Colourful textiles hung from stalls and fresh produce was piled high.
Question: Match the description to the element of the market place.
Match the various aspects of a market place in Column A, with their purpose in Column B:
Column A Column B
(a) Vendors calling out their wares 1. creates a lively hum
(b) Spices filling the air with their smell 2. appeals to the sense of sight
(c) Chatter of customers 3. appeals to the sense of smell
(d) Colourful textiles hanging from stalls 4. indicates commerce and trade
11. The Vibrant city streets were alive with the sounds of laughter and music as people celebrated the annual festival. Colourful decorations adorned the buildings and food stalls offered a variety of delicious treats from different cultures.
Which question is most suitable based on the given passage?
12. Which of the following questions cannot be categorised under the type "weak questions"?
(1) Are you sure you are okay?
(2) What is your biggest weakness?
(3) Ever had a crush?
(4) Does she have a qualifying degree for this job?
(5) How will you repay your loan, without a job?
13. The ocean is a vast mysterious place, home to countless species of marine life. From colourful coral reefs to deep sea creatures, the underwater world is full of wonders waiting to be explored. As we learn more about the ocean, it becomes clear that protecting this vital eco system is essential for the health of our planet.
Which question is related to the given passage?
14. A small town of Brooksville is famous for its annual harvest festival, which celebrates the local forming community. The festival features pumpkin carving contests, hayrides and a petting zoo.
Which of the following activities is 'NOT mentioned' as part of the festival?
15. [Q.No. 90-92] Vitamin C is an essential ingredient for human beings. It is required for the synthesis of intercellular cement "collagen" which is responsible for keeping various cells of the human body together. As an oxidant, it acts like a cop in the body, apprehending the rowdy molecules called free radicals.
The richest source of Vitamin C is amla. The other sources are lemon, orange, papaya, pineapple, cabbage, cauliflower, green peas and tomato. While cooking above 70°C Vitamin C gets destroyed.
Vitamin C is important for us because it is,
16. What does the word 'Cop' mean in the given context?
17. What is amla rich in?
18. நாளை மாலை 6 மணி முதல் 7 மணி வரை நான் கிரிக்கெட் விளையாடிக் கொண்டிருப்பேன்.
Choose the correct translation of the sentence given from the options listed.
19. How much will be the accuracy level of real-time language translation within five seconds of receiving the input?
20. Fill in the blanks using the suitable words given in the options.
The old man had been suffering with a severe nervous disorder. He ____(1)____ in pain and ____(2)____. However ____(3)____ while walking. On seeing his old friend he was _____(4)_____ and ___(5)____ him with hope to get some help.
(1) tottered over
(2) startled
(3) grunted
(4) approached
(5) stumbled
21. Which of the following statements are true about 'Turtles'?
(1) Sea Turtles live their life entirely in the ocean.
(2) There are six species of turtles in the world.
(3) Turtles come ashore to lay eggs.
22. Fill in the blanks using the words given in the options.
Sachin often tried to ______ the mannerisms of his favourite players. He wanted to ______ cricket seriously. He had to take the remarks in his ______. On the whole, he could admire Achrekar Sir's ______.
(1) Pursue
(2) Emulate
(3) Farsightedness
(4) Stride
23. Choose the right matches among these :
(1) Leechal Shoes - A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
(2) Blee Watch - Nupura Kirloskar
(3) IGEST - Anil Prabhakar
(4) Light Weight Prosthetic Shoes - Krispian Lawrence
24. Identify the figure of speech in the poetic lines given below :
Down in the hill sat the little doggie Nell
There she dillied and she dallied all
Day, Day, Day
25. Identify the figure of speech in the lines given below :
No time to see, when woods we pass,
Where squirrels hide their nuts in grass.
No time to see, in broad daylight,
Streams full of stars, like skies at night,
No time to turn at Beauty's glance,
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