Page 1
Directions (1-9): Read the following passage and
answer the given questions.
The travel and tourism industry has traditionally been a
significant contributor to the global economy. Prior to the
COVID-19 pandemic, it accounted for nearly 10.4% of the
world’s GDP and supported millions of jobs across sectors
such as airlines, hotels, transport, and tourism agencies.
Continuous growth in both domestic and international
travel ensured sustained profits for many companies.
This momentum was abruptly halted with the outbreak of
COVID-19 in early 2020. As lockdowns, border closures, and
travel bans were enforced worldwide, the industry suffered
severe losses. Global passenger traffic declined by over 60%
that year. The financial impact was especially harsh on small
and medium-sized operators, many of whom had never
faced such disruption in the last two decades.
A compelling example is SunWings Travels, a regional bus
service provider. Before the pandemic, the company was
struggling with poor occupancy — only 62 passengers per
week on average. Operations ceased entirely during the
lockdown, pushing the business toward potential
shutdown.
However, SunWings made a bold decision to revamp its
model. The management handled the crisis with
commendable poise, focusing on long-term viability rather
than short-term losses. They invested in contactless
ticketing, improved air filtration systems, and implemented
strict hygiene protocols. The company also trained staff and
collaborated with certified lodging partners to ensure
safety.
These efforts aligned with the growing demand for safe and
reliable road travel. As air travel remained limited,
__________________ regional transport options. By the end of
2022, SunWings had more than doubled its weekly
passengers and saw a 35% increase in revenue compared to
its pre-COVID figures. Encouraged by this turnaround, the
company further increased investment in fleet expansion
and digital infrastructure.
The post-COVID travel business reflects a shift in priorities:
safety, flexibility, and digitisation now dominate consumer
preferences. Companies that responded with innovation
and resilience, like SunWings Travels, have not only
recovered but expanded. The pandemic served as a test of
adaptability, and those who navigated it with strategic
foresight are now leading the road to recovery.
Q1. What was the primary factor that led to the
significant decline in global passenger traffic in 2020?
(a) The closure of all transportation-related businesses due
to policy failures
(b) Travel bans, lockdowns, and global restrictions enforced
during the pandemic
(c) Reduced interest in traveling due to the rise in domestic
job opportunities
(d) Massive protests by tourism employees that halted
services temporarily
(e) An unprecedented surge in international airfare pricing
post-March 2020
Q2. Which of the following best describes SunWings’
transformation strategy post-COVID?
(a) Downsizing operations and cutting costs to preserve
long-term assets
(b) Prioritising fleet expansion over customer safety and
hygiene
(c) Making strategic investments in health safety and digital
systems
(d) Collaborating with airline companies to offer hybrid
travel packages
(e) Relocating services to international routes to avoid
domestic losses
Q3. Which of the following statements is NOT true
according to the passage?
(A) Post-COVID, customers placed greater value on health
and safety in travel
(B) The tourism industry had grown consistently until 2020
without any major disruption
(C) SunWings had been performing exceptionally well in
terms of occupancy before the pandemic
(a) Only A
(b) Both C and C
(c) Only B
(d) Only C
(e) All A, B, C
Q4. What does the author imply about businesses that
thrived after the pandemic?
(a) They depended largely on government relief programs
to survive
(b) They had existing digital systems that gave them a head-
start
(c) They were those that adapted swiftly with foresight and
innovation
(d) They avoided making any major changes until the
situation stabilised
(e) They returned to their pre-pandemic business models
with few adjustments
Q5. Choose the correct statement from the following:
(I) The pandemic led to a reevaluation of what travelers
consider important.
(II) Only large companies were able to withstand the
financial strain of the pandemic.
(III) Businesses with no prior losses before COVID found it
easier to recover.
(a) Only I is correct
(b) Only II is correct
(c) I and III are correct
(d) II and III are correct
(e) All three are incorrect
Page 2
Directions (1-9): Read the following passage and
answer the given questions.
The travel and tourism industry has traditionally been a
significant contributor to the global economy. Prior to the
COVID-19 pandemic, it accounted for nearly 10.4% of the
world’s GDP and supported millions of jobs across sectors
such as airlines, hotels, transport, and tourism agencies.
Continuous growth in both domestic and international
travel ensured sustained profits for many companies.
This momentum was abruptly halted with the outbreak of
COVID-19 in early 2020. As lockdowns, border closures, and
travel bans were enforced worldwide, the industry suffered
severe losses. Global passenger traffic declined by over 60%
that year. The financial impact was especially harsh on small
and medium-sized operators, many of whom had never
faced such disruption in the last two decades.
A compelling example is SunWings Travels, a regional bus
service provider. Before the pandemic, the company was
struggling with poor occupancy — only 62 passengers per
week on average. Operations ceased entirely during the
lockdown, pushing the business toward potential
shutdown.
However, SunWings made a bold decision to revamp its
model. The management handled the crisis with
commendable poise, focusing on long-term viability rather
than short-term losses. They invested in contactless
ticketing, improved air filtration systems, and implemented
strict hygiene protocols. The company also trained staff and
collaborated with certified lodging partners to ensure
safety.
These efforts aligned with the growing demand for safe and
reliable road travel. As air travel remained limited,
__________________ regional transport options. By the end of
2022, SunWings had more than doubled its weekly
passengers and saw a 35% increase in revenue compared to
its pre-COVID figures. Encouraged by this turnaround, the
company further increased investment in fleet expansion
and digital infrastructure.
The post-COVID travel business reflects a shift in priorities:
safety, flexibility, and digitisation now dominate consumer
preferences. Companies that responded with innovation
and resilience, like SunWings Travels, have not only
recovered but expanded. The pandemic served as a test of
adaptability, and those who navigated it with strategic
foresight are now leading the road to recovery.
Q1. What was the primary factor that led to the
significant decline in global passenger traffic in 2020?
(a) The closure of all transportation-related businesses due
to policy failures
(b) Travel bans, lockdowns, and global restrictions enforced
during the pandemic
(c) Reduced interest in traveling due to the rise in domestic
job opportunities
(d) Massive protests by tourism employees that halted
services temporarily
(e) An unprecedented surge in international airfare pricing
post-March 2020
Q2. Which of the following best describes SunWings’
transformation strategy post-COVID?
(a) Downsizing operations and cutting costs to preserve
long-term assets
(b) Prioritising fleet expansion over customer safety and
hygiene
(c) Making strategic investments in health safety and digital
systems
(d) Collaborating with airline companies to offer hybrid
travel packages
(e) Relocating services to international routes to avoid
domestic losses
Q3. Which of the following statements is NOT true
according to the passage?
(A) Post-COVID, customers placed greater value on health
and safety in travel
(B) The tourism industry had grown consistently until 2020
without any major disruption
(C) SunWings had been performing exceptionally well in
terms of occupancy before the pandemic
(a) Only A
(b) Both C and C
(c) Only B
(d) Only C
(e) All A, B, C
Q4. What does the author imply about businesses that
thrived after the pandemic?
(a) They depended largely on government relief programs
to survive
(b) They had existing digital systems that gave them a head-
start
(c) They were those that adapted swiftly with foresight and
innovation
(d) They avoided making any major changes until the
situation stabilised
(e) They returned to their pre-pandemic business models
with few adjustments
Q5. Choose the correct statement from the following:
(I) The pandemic led to a reevaluation of what travelers
consider important.
(II) Only large companies were able to withstand the
financial strain of the pandemic.
(III) Businesses with no prior losses before COVID found it
easier to recover.
(a) Only I is correct
(b) Only II is correct
(c) I and III are correct
(d) II and III are correct
(e) All three are incorrect
Q6. What does the passage suggest about the post-
pandemic tourism industry?
(a) It reverted completely to traditional operations without
any lasting changes
(b) Companies need only maintain old models to ensure
continued success
(c) Adaptability and technology now play a central role in
recovery
(d) The industry will no longer contribute significantly to
the global economy
(e) International travel has surpassed domestic tourism in
popularity again
Q7. Choose the most suitable phrase for the given blank.
(a) more people turned to
(b) fewer people refrained from
(c) a majority discarded the idea of
(d) many avoided using
(e) travellers hesitated before choosing
Q8. Choose the most appropriate synonym of the word
"last" as used in the passage:
(a) ultimate
(b) final
(c) previous
(d) recent
(e) concluding
Q9. Choose the most appropriate synonym of the word
"poise" as used in the line passage.
(a) panic
(b) composure
(c) hesitation
(d) arrogance
(e) aggression
Q10. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The CEO’s speech was ______ with optimism and ______ a
sense of hope among the employees.
(a) brimming, instilled
(b) loaded, concluded
(c) vague, removed
(d) shallow, hampered
(e) infused, revealed
Q11. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The manager handled the crisis with ______ efficiency and a
______ sense of calm.
(a) clumsy, fake
(b) strategic, genuine
(c) reckless, shallow
(d) spontaneous, erratic
(e) minimal, loud
Q12. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The artist’s latest work was ______ by critics, but it still ______
a deep emotional response from viewers.
(a) appreciated, conveyed
(b) acclaimed, predicted
(c) condemned, evoked
(d) applauded, generated
(e) honored, created
Q13. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
Though the solution seemed ______, it had severe ______ on the
long-term budget.
(a) beneficial, complications
(b) simple, implications
(c) risky, suggestions
(d) vague, effects
(e) optimal, procedures
Q14. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The journalist’s report was ______ researched and delivered
in a ______ manner.
(a) hurriedly, unbiased
(b) thoroughly, lucid
(c) randomly, aggressive
(d) poorly, responsible
(e) selectively, unclear
Q15. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the highlighted segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
replacement required’.
By the time she will reach the station, the train will have
left.
(a) she reaches
(b) she had reached
(c) she would have reached the statin
(d) she is reaching
(e) No replacement required
Q16. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the highlighted segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
replacement required’.
Neither of the boys have finished their homework yet.
(a) has finished his
(b) have finished his
(c) has finished their
(d) has finished her
(e) No replacement required
Page 3
Directions (1-9): Read the following passage and
answer the given questions.
The travel and tourism industry has traditionally been a
significant contributor to the global economy. Prior to the
COVID-19 pandemic, it accounted for nearly 10.4% of the
world’s GDP and supported millions of jobs across sectors
such as airlines, hotels, transport, and tourism agencies.
Continuous growth in both domestic and international
travel ensured sustained profits for many companies.
This momentum was abruptly halted with the outbreak of
COVID-19 in early 2020. As lockdowns, border closures, and
travel bans were enforced worldwide, the industry suffered
severe losses. Global passenger traffic declined by over 60%
that year. The financial impact was especially harsh on small
and medium-sized operators, many of whom had never
faced such disruption in the last two decades.
A compelling example is SunWings Travels, a regional bus
service provider. Before the pandemic, the company was
struggling with poor occupancy — only 62 passengers per
week on average. Operations ceased entirely during the
lockdown, pushing the business toward potential
shutdown.
However, SunWings made a bold decision to revamp its
model. The management handled the crisis with
commendable poise, focusing on long-term viability rather
than short-term losses. They invested in contactless
ticketing, improved air filtration systems, and implemented
strict hygiene protocols. The company also trained staff and
collaborated with certified lodging partners to ensure
safety.
These efforts aligned with the growing demand for safe and
reliable road travel. As air travel remained limited,
__________________ regional transport options. By the end of
2022, SunWings had more than doubled its weekly
passengers and saw a 35% increase in revenue compared to
its pre-COVID figures. Encouraged by this turnaround, the
company further increased investment in fleet expansion
and digital infrastructure.
The post-COVID travel business reflects a shift in priorities:
safety, flexibility, and digitisation now dominate consumer
preferences. Companies that responded with innovation
and resilience, like SunWings Travels, have not only
recovered but expanded. The pandemic served as a test of
adaptability, and those who navigated it with strategic
foresight are now leading the road to recovery.
Q1. What was the primary factor that led to the
significant decline in global passenger traffic in 2020?
(a) The closure of all transportation-related businesses due
to policy failures
(b) Travel bans, lockdowns, and global restrictions enforced
during the pandemic
(c) Reduced interest in traveling due to the rise in domestic
job opportunities
(d) Massive protests by tourism employees that halted
services temporarily
(e) An unprecedented surge in international airfare pricing
post-March 2020
Q2. Which of the following best describes SunWings’
transformation strategy post-COVID?
(a) Downsizing operations and cutting costs to preserve
long-term assets
(b) Prioritising fleet expansion over customer safety and
hygiene
(c) Making strategic investments in health safety and digital
systems
(d) Collaborating with airline companies to offer hybrid
travel packages
(e) Relocating services to international routes to avoid
domestic losses
Q3. Which of the following statements is NOT true
according to the passage?
(A) Post-COVID, customers placed greater value on health
and safety in travel
(B) The tourism industry had grown consistently until 2020
without any major disruption
(C) SunWings had been performing exceptionally well in
terms of occupancy before the pandemic
(a) Only A
(b) Both C and C
(c) Only B
(d) Only C
(e) All A, B, C
Q4. What does the author imply about businesses that
thrived after the pandemic?
(a) They depended largely on government relief programs
to survive
(b) They had existing digital systems that gave them a head-
start
(c) They were those that adapted swiftly with foresight and
innovation
(d) They avoided making any major changes until the
situation stabilised
(e) They returned to their pre-pandemic business models
with few adjustments
Q5. Choose the correct statement from the following:
(I) The pandemic led to a reevaluation of what travelers
consider important.
(II) Only large companies were able to withstand the
financial strain of the pandemic.
(III) Businesses with no prior losses before COVID found it
easier to recover.
(a) Only I is correct
(b) Only II is correct
(c) I and III are correct
(d) II and III are correct
(e) All three are incorrect
Q6. What does the passage suggest about the post-
pandemic tourism industry?
(a) It reverted completely to traditional operations without
any lasting changes
(b) Companies need only maintain old models to ensure
continued success
(c) Adaptability and technology now play a central role in
recovery
(d) The industry will no longer contribute significantly to
the global economy
(e) International travel has surpassed domestic tourism in
popularity again
Q7. Choose the most suitable phrase for the given blank.
(a) more people turned to
(b) fewer people refrained from
(c) a majority discarded the idea of
(d) many avoided using
(e) travellers hesitated before choosing
Q8. Choose the most appropriate synonym of the word
"last" as used in the passage:
(a) ultimate
(b) final
(c) previous
(d) recent
(e) concluding
Q9. Choose the most appropriate synonym of the word
"poise" as used in the line passage.
(a) panic
(b) composure
(c) hesitation
(d) arrogance
(e) aggression
Q10. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The CEO’s speech was ______ with optimism and ______ a
sense of hope among the employees.
(a) brimming, instilled
(b) loaded, concluded
(c) vague, removed
(d) shallow, hampered
(e) infused, revealed
Q11. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The manager handled the crisis with ______ efficiency and a
______ sense of calm.
(a) clumsy, fake
(b) strategic, genuine
(c) reckless, shallow
(d) spontaneous, erratic
(e) minimal, loud
Q12. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The artist’s latest work was ______ by critics, but it still ______
a deep emotional response from viewers.
(a) appreciated, conveyed
(b) acclaimed, predicted
(c) condemned, evoked
(d) applauded, generated
(e) honored, created
Q13. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
Though the solution seemed ______, it had severe ______ on the
long-term budget.
(a) beneficial, complications
(b) simple, implications
(c) risky, suggestions
(d) vague, effects
(e) optimal, procedures
Q14. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The journalist’s report was ______ researched and delivered
in a ______ manner.
(a) hurriedly, unbiased
(b) thoroughly, lucid
(c) randomly, aggressive
(d) poorly, responsible
(e) selectively, unclear
Q15. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the highlighted segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
replacement required’.
By the time she will reach the station, the train will have
left.
(a) she reaches
(b) she had reached
(c) she would have reached the statin
(d) she is reaching
(e) No replacement required
Q16. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the highlighted segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
replacement required’.
Neither of the boys have finished their homework yet.
(a) has finished his
(b) have finished his
(c) has finished their
(d) has finished her
(e) No replacement required
Q17. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the highlighted segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
replacement required’.
Had I knew about the event, I would have attended it.
(a) If I had knew
(b) Had I known
(c) If I have known
(d) Did I know
(e) No replacement required
Directions (18-23): In the following passage, there are
blanks, each of which has been denoted by a letter. For
each blank, five options are given. Choose the most
appropriate word from the options that fits the blank
appropriately.
Agriculture has always been at the heart of human
civilization, but in recent years, there has been a (A)________
shift toward locally grown foods. This movement is not just
a trend; it reflects a growing awareness of sustainability,
nutrition, and community welfare. Locally grown produce
often arrives fresher at markets, having skipped the
(B)________ transportation routes associated with imported
goods. This freshness not only preserves flavor but also
ensures higher nutritional content. Moreover, local farming
strengthens the economy by keeping money within the
community and creating jobs. However, small farmers
frequently struggle to compete with large agricultural
corporations due to (C)________ access to resources and
subsidies. Additionally, climate change and unpredictable
weather patterns have added another layer of (D) ________,
forcing local growers to adopt more resilient and innovative
farming practices. Urban farming and community gardens
have emerged as popular solutions, allowing city dwellers
to reconnect with their food sources. Consumer support
plays a critical role—by choosing local, individuals can help
(E) __________ sustainable agriculture and reduce their
environmental footprint. If this movement gains more
momentum, it could (F)________ the future of farming into a
more ethical and ecologically balanced system.
Q18. Which of the following words will fit in the given
blank (A)?
(a) anticipant
(b) subtle
(c) significant
(d) regularized
(e) propellant
Q19. Which of the following words will fit in the given
blank (B)?
(a) associate
(b) astound
(c) elaborate
(d) distant
(e) unified
Q20. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(C)?
(a) privileged
(b) limited
(c) excessive
(d) balanced
(e) generous
Q21. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(D)?
(a) assistance
(b) existing
(c) routine
(d) rectification
(e) uncertainty
Q22. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(E)?
(a) affirm
(b) limited
(c) scale
(d) promote
(e) conceal
Q23. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(F)?
(a) prevail
(b) transform
(c) maintain
(d) acquire
(e) duplicate
Directions (24-27): In the question below four words
are given in bold. These four words are may not be in
their correct position. The sentence is then followed by
options with the correct combination of words that
should replace each other in order to make the sentence
grammatically and contextually correct. Find the
correct combination of the words that replace each
other.
Q24. Emulating great people and (A) build from them what
we (B) reserves in our own understanding can (C)
imbibing our own (D) lack of humility.
(a) A-D
(b) A-C & B-D
(c) A-B
(d) D-A & C-B
(e) No interchange required
Q25. There is (A) due (B) competition in the eCommerce
industry which has gone up (C) stiff to the (D) pandemic at
hand.
(a) A-C
(b) A-B
(c) B-D
(d) C-A & B-D
(e) No interchange required
Page 4
Directions (1-9): Read the following passage and
answer the given questions.
The travel and tourism industry has traditionally been a
significant contributor to the global economy. Prior to the
COVID-19 pandemic, it accounted for nearly 10.4% of the
world’s GDP and supported millions of jobs across sectors
such as airlines, hotels, transport, and tourism agencies.
Continuous growth in both domestic and international
travel ensured sustained profits for many companies.
This momentum was abruptly halted with the outbreak of
COVID-19 in early 2020. As lockdowns, border closures, and
travel bans were enforced worldwide, the industry suffered
severe losses. Global passenger traffic declined by over 60%
that year. The financial impact was especially harsh on small
and medium-sized operators, many of whom had never
faced such disruption in the last two decades.
A compelling example is SunWings Travels, a regional bus
service provider. Before the pandemic, the company was
struggling with poor occupancy — only 62 passengers per
week on average. Operations ceased entirely during the
lockdown, pushing the business toward potential
shutdown.
However, SunWings made a bold decision to revamp its
model. The management handled the crisis with
commendable poise, focusing on long-term viability rather
than short-term losses. They invested in contactless
ticketing, improved air filtration systems, and implemented
strict hygiene protocols. The company also trained staff and
collaborated with certified lodging partners to ensure
safety.
These efforts aligned with the growing demand for safe and
reliable road travel. As air travel remained limited,
__________________ regional transport options. By the end of
2022, SunWings had more than doubled its weekly
passengers and saw a 35% increase in revenue compared to
its pre-COVID figures. Encouraged by this turnaround, the
company further increased investment in fleet expansion
and digital infrastructure.
The post-COVID travel business reflects a shift in priorities:
safety, flexibility, and digitisation now dominate consumer
preferences. Companies that responded with innovation
and resilience, like SunWings Travels, have not only
recovered but expanded. The pandemic served as a test of
adaptability, and those who navigated it with strategic
foresight are now leading the road to recovery.
Q1. What was the primary factor that led to the
significant decline in global passenger traffic in 2020?
(a) The closure of all transportation-related businesses due
to policy failures
(b) Travel bans, lockdowns, and global restrictions enforced
during the pandemic
(c) Reduced interest in traveling due to the rise in domestic
job opportunities
(d) Massive protests by tourism employees that halted
services temporarily
(e) An unprecedented surge in international airfare pricing
post-March 2020
Q2. Which of the following best describes SunWings’
transformation strategy post-COVID?
(a) Downsizing operations and cutting costs to preserve
long-term assets
(b) Prioritising fleet expansion over customer safety and
hygiene
(c) Making strategic investments in health safety and digital
systems
(d) Collaborating with airline companies to offer hybrid
travel packages
(e) Relocating services to international routes to avoid
domestic losses
Q3. Which of the following statements is NOT true
according to the passage?
(A) Post-COVID, customers placed greater value on health
and safety in travel
(B) The tourism industry had grown consistently until 2020
without any major disruption
(C) SunWings had been performing exceptionally well in
terms of occupancy before the pandemic
(a) Only A
(b) Both C and C
(c) Only B
(d) Only C
(e) All A, B, C
Q4. What does the author imply about businesses that
thrived after the pandemic?
(a) They depended largely on government relief programs
to survive
(b) They had existing digital systems that gave them a head-
start
(c) They were those that adapted swiftly with foresight and
innovation
(d) They avoided making any major changes until the
situation stabilised
(e) They returned to their pre-pandemic business models
with few adjustments
Q5. Choose the correct statement from the following:
(I) The pandemic led to a reevaluation of what travelers
consider important.
(II) Only large companies were able to withstand the
financial strain of the pandemic.
(III) Businesses with no prior losses before COVID found it
easier to recover.
(a) Only I is correct
(b) Only II is correct
(c) I and III are correct
(d) II and III are correct
(e) All three are incorrect
Q6. What does the passage suggest about the post-
pandemic tourism industry?
(a) It reverted completely to traditional operations without
any lasting changes
(b) Companies need only maintain old models to ensure
continued success
(c) Adaptability and technology now play a central role in
recovery
(d) The industry will no longer contribute significantly to
the global economy
(e) International travel has surpassed domestic tourism in
popularity again
Q7. Choose the most suitable phrase for the given blank.
(a) more people turned to
(b) fewer people refrained from
(c) a majority discarded the idea of
(d) many avoided using
(e) travellers hesitated before choosing
Q8. Choose the most appropriate synonym of the word
"last" as used in the passage:
(a) ultimate
(b) final
(c) previous
(d) recent
(e) concluding
Q9. Choose the most appropriate synonym of the word
"poise" as used in the line passage.
(a) panic
(b) composure
(c) hesitation
(d) arrogance
(e) aggression
Q10. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The CEO’s speech was ______ with optimism and ______ a
sense of hope among the employees.
(a) brimming, instilled
(b) loaded, concluded
(c) vague, removed
(d) shallow, hampered
(e) infused, revealed
Q11. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The manager handled the crisis with ______ efficiency and a
______ sense of calm.
(a) clumsy, fake
(b) strategic, genuine
(c) reckless, shallow
(d) spontaneous, erratic
(e) minimal, loud
Q12. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The artist’s latest work was ______ by critics, but it still ______
a deep emotional response from viewers.
(a) appreciated, conveyed
(b) acclaimed, predicted
(c) condemned, evoked
(d) applauded, generated
(e) honored, created
Q13. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
Though the solution seemed ______, it had severe ______ on the
long-term budget.
(a) beneficial, complications
(b) simple, implications
(c) risky, suggestions
(d) vague, effects
(e) optimal, procedures
Q14. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The journalist’s report was ______ researched and delivered
in a ______ manner.
(a) hurriedly, unbiased
(b) thoroughly, lucid
(c) randomly, aggressive
(d) poorly, responsible
(e) selectively, unclear
Q15. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the highlighted segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
replacement required’.
By the time she will reach the station, the train will have
left.
(a) she reaches
(b) she had reached
(c) she would have reached the statin
(d) she is reaching
(e) No replacement required
Q16. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the highlighted segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
replacement required’.
Neither of the boys have finished their homework yet.
(a) has finished his
(b) have finished his
(c) has finished their
(d) has finished her
(e) No replacement required
Q17. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the highlighted segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
replacement required’.
Had I knew about the event, I would have attended it.
(a) If I had knew
(b) Had I known
(c) If I have known
(d) Did I know
(e) No replacement required
Directions (18-23): In the following passage, there are
blanks, each of which has been denoted by a letter. For
each blank, five options are given. Choose the most
appropriate word from the options that fits the blank
appropriately.
Agriculture has always been at the heart of human
civilization, but in recent years, there has been a (A)________
shift toward locally grown foods. This movement is not just
a trend; it reflects a growing awareness of sustainability,
nutrition, and community welfare. Locally grown produce
often arrives fresher at markets, having skipped the
(B)________ transportation routes associated with imported
goods. This freshness not only preserves flavor but also
ensures higher nutritional content. Moreover, local farming
strengthens the economy by keeping money within the
community and creating jobs. However, small farmers
frequently struggle to compete with large agricultural
corporations due to (C)________ access to resources and
subsidies. Additionally, climate change and unpredictable
weather patterns have added another layer of (D) ________,
forcing local growers to adopt more resilient and innovative
farming practices. Urban farming and community gardens
have emerged as popular solutions, allowing city dwellers
to reconnect with their food sources. Consumer support
plays a critical role—by choosing local, individuals can help
(E) __________ sustainable agriculture and reduce their
environmental footprint. If this movement gains more
momentum, it could (F)________ the future of farming into a
more ethical and ecologically balanced system.
Q18. Which of the following words will fit in the given
blank (A)?
(a) anticipant
(b) subtle
(c) significant
(d) regularized
(e) propellant
Q19. Which of the following words will fit in the given
blank (B)?
(a) associate
(b) astound
(c) elaborate
(d) distant
(e) unified
Q20. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(C)?
(a) privileged
(b) limited
(c) excessive
(d) balanced
(e) generous
Q21. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(D)?
(a) assistance
(b) existing
(c) routine
(d) rectification
(e) uncertainty
Q22. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(E)?
(a) affirm
(b) limited
(c) scale
(d) promote
(e) conceal
Q23. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(F)?
(a) prevail
(b) transform
(c) maintain
(d) acquire
(e) duplicate
Directions (24-27): In the question below four words
are given in bold. These four words are may not be in
their correct position. The sentence is then followed by
options with the correct combination of words that
should replace each other in order to make the sentence
grammatically and contextually correct. Find the
correct combination of the words that replace each
other.
Q24. Emulating great people and (A) build from them what
we (B) reserves in our own understanding can (C)
imbibing our own (D) lack of humility.
(a) A-D
(b) A-C & B-D
(c) A-B
(d) D-A & C-B
(e) No interchange required
Q25. There is (A) due (B) competition in the eCommerce
industry which has gone up (C) stiff to the (D) pandemic at
hand.
(a) A-C
(b) A-B
(c) B-D
(d) C-A & B-D
(e) No interchange required
Q26. We must first (A) understanding our (B) strengths
and have an accurate (C) embrace of our (D) humanness
and weaknesses.
(a) A-D & B-C
(b) B-D
(c) B-C
(d) C-A & B-D
(e) No interchange required
Q27. The technology we have at our (A) detail today can
very well automate (B) streamline tasks and (C) mundane
operations that require more attention to (D)disposal.
(a) B-C
(b) A-D
(c) A-D & B-C
(d) C-A & B-D
(e) No interchange required
Directions (28-30): In the following question, a
sentence is divided into few parts. Rearrange these
parts and identify the correct sequence making the
sentence grammatically and contextually correct.
Q28.
(A) locking open from
(B) 4 ?PM to 11:59 ?PM
(C) counselling choice-filling window
(D) the NEET-UG 2025
(E) closes today, with final
(a) BADCE
(b) DABEC
(c) DCEAB
(d) BCAED
(e) No rearrangement required
Q29.
(A) 30% wage hike
(B) August ?4 demanding a
(C) come to a standstill as employees’
(D) federation begins a strike on
(E) the Telugu film industry has
(a) ADBCE
(b) ACEBD
(c) EBDAC
(d) ECDBA
(e) No rearrangement required
Q30.
(A) Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
(B) explore trade, investment,
(C) arrives in India for a state
(D) and maritime cooperation
(E) visit from August ?4 to ?8 to
(a) ADBCE
(b) ACEBD
(c) EBDAC
(d) ECDBA
(e) No rearrangement required
Q31. In the following question, a sentence is divided
into few parts. Rearrange these parts and identify the
correct sequence making the sentence grammatically
and contextually correct.
(A) benchmark rate at 5.50% on
(B) the RBI is expected to keep its
(C) Indian exports have sparked
(D) August 6, though U.S. tariffs on
(E) talks of a possible rate cut
(a) BADCE
(b) DABEC
(c) DCEAB
(d) BCAED
(e) No rearrangement required
Directions (32-35): The sentence is divided into four
segments: (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the segment
that contains a grammatical error. If the sentence is
both grammatically and contextually correct, select “No
error” as the correct answer.
Q32. China’s high growth based on resource
(A)/intensive manufacturing, exports, and (B)/ low-
paid labor has largely reached its limits and (C)/ has led
to economic, social, and environmental imbalances (D).
(a) A
(b) B
(c) C
(d) D
(e) No error
Q33. Before the pandemic, the city (A)/ airport
grappled with severe bottlenecks (B)/ as the terminals
couldn’t handled (C)/ the traffic, with passengers
bearing the brunt of it (D).
(a) A
(b) B
(c) C
(d) D
(e) No error
Q34. A remedial measure to cure the (A)/ patriarchal
mindset of the socio-legal system(B)/ would be the
inclusion of feminist (C)/jurisprudence in the
curriculum by law students. (D)
(a) A
(b) B
(c) C
(d) D
(e) No error
Q35. As the euphoria of a decade ago turns to ashes, (A)/
the Tunisian experience has exposed the daunting
challenges (B) /in achieving political and economic
change after (C)/ an authoritarian order has
overthrown (D).
(a) A
(b) B
(c) C
(d) D
(e) No error
Page 5
Directions (1-9): Read the following passage and
answer the given questions.
The travel and tourism industry has traditionally been a
significant contributor to the global economy. Prior to the
COVID-19 pandemic, it accounted for nearly 10.4% of the
world’s GDP and supported millions of jobs across sectors
such as airlines, hotels, transport, and tourism agencies.
Continuous growth in both domestic and international
travel ensured sustained profits for many companies.
This momentum was abruptly halted with the outbreak of
COVID-19 in early 2020. As lockdowns, border closures, and
travel bans were enforced worldwide, the industry suffered
severe losses. Global passenger traffic declined by over 60%
that year. The financial impact was especially harsh on small
and medium-sized operators, many of whom had never
faced such disruption in the last two decades.
A compelling example is SunWings Travels, a regional bus
service provider. Before the pandemic, the company was
struggling with poor occupancy — only 62 passengers per
week on average. Operations ceased entirely during the
lockdown, pushing the business toward potential
shutdown.
However, SunWings made a bold decision to revamp its
model. The management handled the crisis with
commendable poise, focusing on long-term viability rather
than short-term losses. They invested in contactless
ticketing, improved air filtration systems, and implemented
strict hygiene protocols. The company also trained staff and
collaborated with certified lodging partners to ensure
safety.
These efforts aligned with the growing demand for safe and
reliable road travel. As air travel remained limited,
__________________ regional transport options. By the end of
2022, SunWings had more than doubled its weekly
passengers and saw a 35% increase in revenue compared to
its pre-COVID figures. Encouraged by this turnaround, the
company further increased investment in fleet expansion
and digital infrastructure.
The post-COVID travel business reflects a shift in priorities:
safety, flexibility, and digitisation now dominate consumer
preferences. Companies that responded with innovation
and resilience, like SunWings Travels, have not only
recovered but expanded. The pandemic served as a test of
adaptability, and those who navigated it with strategic
foresight are now leading the road to recovery.
Q1. What was the primary factor that led to the
significant decline in global passenger traffic in 2020?
(a) The closure of all transportation-related businesses due
to policy failures
(b) Travel bans, lockdowns, and global restrictions enforced
during the pandemic
(c) Reduced interest in traveling due to the rise in domestic
job opportunities
(d) Massive protests by tourism employees that halted
services temporarily
(e) An unprecedented surge in international airfare pricing
post-March 2020
Q2. Which of the following best describes SunWings’
transformation strategy post-COVID?
(a) Downsizing operations and cutting costs to preserve
long-term assets
(b) Prioritising fleet expansion over customer safety and
hygiene
(c) Making strategic investments in health safety and digital
systems
(d) Collaborating with airline companies to offer hybrid
travel packages
(e) Relocating services to international routes to avoid
domestic losses
Q3. Which of the following statements is NOT true
according to the passage?
(A) Post-COVID, customers placed greater value on health
and safety in travel
(B) The tourism industry had grown consistently until 2020
without any major disruption
(C) SunWings had been performing exceptionally well in
terms of occupancy before the pandemic
(a) Only A
(b) Both C and C
(c) Only B
(d) Only C
(e) All A, B, C
Q4. What does the author imply about businesses that
thrived after the pandemic?
(a) They depended largely on government relief programs
to survive
(b) They had existing digital systems that gave them a head-
start
(c) They were those that adapted swiftly with foresight and
innovation
(d) They avoided making any major changes until the
situation stabilised
(e) They returned to their pre-pandemic business models
with few adjustments
Q5. Choose the correct statement from the following:
(I) The pandemic led to a reevaluation of what travelers
consider important.
(II) Only large companies were able to withstand the
financial strain of the pandemic.
(III) Businesses with no prior losses before COVID found it
easier to recover.
(a) Only I is correct
(b) Only II is correct
(c) I and III are correct
(d) II and III are correct
(e) All three are incorrect
Q6. What does the passage suggest about the post-
pandemic tourism industry?
(a) It reverted completely to traditional operations without
any lasting changes
(b) Companies need only maintain old models to ensure
continued success
(c) Adaptability and technology now play a central role in
recovery
(d) The industry will no longer contribute significantly to
the global economy
(e) International travel has surpassed domestic tourism in
popularity again
Q7. Choose the most suitable phrase for the given blank.
(a) more people turned to
(b) fewer people refrained from
(c) a majority discarded the idea of
(d) many avoided using
(e) travellers hesitated before choosing
Q8. Choose the most appropriate synonym of the word
"last" as used in the passage:
(a) ultimate
(b) final
(c) previous
(d) recent
(e) concluding
Q9. Choose the most appropriate synonym of the word
"poise" as used in the line passage.
(a) panic
(b) composure
(c) hesitation
(d) arrogance
(e) aggression
Q10. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The CEO’s speech was ______ with optimism and ______ a
sense of hope among the employees.
(a) brimming, instilled
(b) loaded, concluded
(c) vague, removed
(d) shallow, hampered
(e) infused, revealed
Q11. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The manager handled the crisis with ______ efficiency and a
______ sense of calm.
(a) clumsy, fake
(b) strategic, genuine
(c) reckless, shallow
(d) spontaneous, erratic
(e) minimal, loud
Q12. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The artist’s latest work was ______ by critics, but it still ______
a deep emotional response from viewers.
(a) appreciated, conveyed
(b) acclaimed, predicted
(c) condemned, evoked
(d) applauded, generated
(e) honored, created
Q13. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
Though the solution seemed ______, it had severe ______ on the
long-term budget.
(a) beneficial, complications
(b) simple, implications
(c) risky, suggestions
(d) vague, effects
(e) optimal, procedures
Q14. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the
blanks.
The journalist’s report was ______ researched and delivered
in a ______ manner.
(a) hurriedly, unbiased
(b) thoroughly, lucid
(c) randomly, aggressive
(d) poorly, responsible
(e) selectively, unclear
Q15. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the highlighted segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
replacement required’.
By the time she will reach the station, the train will have
left.
(a) she reaches
(b) she had reached
(c) she would have reached the statin
(d) she is reaching
(e) No replacement required
Q16. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the highlighted segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
replacement required’.
Neither of the boys have finished their homework yet.
(a) has finished his
(b) have finished his
(c) has finished their
(d) has finished her
(e) No replacement required
Q17. Select the most appropriate option that can
substitute the highlighted segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No
replacement required’.
Had I knew about the event, I would have attended it.
(a) If I had knew
(b) Had I known
(c) If I have known
(d) Did I know
(e) No replacement required
Directions (18-23): In the following passage, there are
blanks, each of which has been denoted by a letter. For
each blank, five options are given. Choose the most
appropriate word from the options that fits the blank
appropriately.
Agriculture has always been at the heart of human
civilization, but in recent years, there has been a (A)________
shift toward locally grown foods. This movement is not just
a trend; it reflects a growing awareness of sustainability,
nutrition, and community welfare. Locally grown produce
often arrives fresher at markets, having skipped the
(B)________ transportation routes associated with imported
goods. This freshness not only preserves flavor but also
ensures higher nutritional content. Moreover, local farming
strengthens the economy by keeping money within the
community and creating jobs. However, small farmers
frequently struggle to compete with large agricultural
corporations due to (C)________ access to resources and
subsidies. Additionally, climate change and unpredictable
weather patterns have added another layer of (D) ________,
forcing local growers to adopt more resilient and innovative
farming practices. Urban farming and community gardens
have emerged as popular solutions, allowing city dwellers
to reconnect with their food sources. Consumer support
plays a critical role—by choosing local, individuals can help
(E) __________ sustainable agriculture and reduce their
environmental footprint. If this movement gains more
momentum, it could (F)________ the future of farming into a
more ethical and ecologically balanced system.
Q18. Which of the following words will fit in the given
blank (A)?
(a) anticipant
(b) subtle
(c) significant
(d) regularized
(e) propellant
Q19. Which of the following words will fit in the given
blank (B)?
(a) associate
(b) astound
(c) elaborate
(d) distant
(e) unified
Q20. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(C)?
(a) privileged
(b) limited
(c) excessive
(d) balanced
(e) generous
Q21. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(D)?
(a) assistance
(b) existing
(c) routine
(d) rectification
(e) uncertainty
Q22. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(E)?
(a) affirm
(b) limited
(c) scale
(d) promote
(e) conceal
Q23. Which of the following words will fit in the given blank
(F)?
(a) prevail
(b) transform
(c) maintain
(d) acquire
(e) duplicate
Directions (24-27): In the question below four words
are given in bold. These four words are may not be in
their correct position. The sentence is then followed by
options with the correct combination of words that
should replace each other in order to make the sentence
grammatically and contextually correct. Find the
correct combination of the words that replace each
other.
Q24. Emulating great people and (A) build from them what
we (B) reserves in our own understanding can (C)
imbibing our own (D) lack of humility.
(a) A-D
(b) A-C & B-D
(c) A-B
(d) D-A & C-B
(e) No interchange required
Q25. There is (A) due (B) competition in the eCommerce
industry which has gone up (C) stiff to the (D) pandemic at
hand.
(a) A-C
(b) A-B
(c) B-D
(d) C-A & B-D
(e) No interchange required
Q26. We must first (A) understanding our (B) strengths
and have an accurate (C) embrace of our (D) humanness
and weaknesses.
(a) A-D & B-C
(b) B-D
(c) B-C
(d) C-A & B-D
(e) No interchange required
Q27. The technology we have at our (A) detail today can
very well automate (B) streamline tasks and (C) mundane
operations that require more attention to (D)disposal.
(a) B-C
(b) A-D
(c) A-D & B-C
(d) C-A & B-D
(e) No interchange required
Directions (28-30): In the following question, a
sentence is divided into few parts. Rearrange these
parts and identify the correct sequence making the
sentence grammatically and contextually correct.
Q28.
(A) locking open from
(B) 4 ?PM to 11:59 ?PM
(C) counselling choice-filling window
(D) the NEET-UG 2025
(E) closes today, with final
(a) BADCE
(b) DABEC
(c) DCEAB
(d) BCAED
(e) No rearrangement required
Q29.
(A) 30% wage hike
(B) August ?4 demanding a
(C) come to a standstill as employees’
(D) federation begins a strike on
(E) the Telugu film industry has
(a) ADBCE
(b) ACEBD
(c) EBDAC
(d) ECDBA
(e) No rearrangement required
Q30.
(A) Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
(B) explore trade, investment,
(C) arrives in India for a state
(D) and maritime cooperation
(E) visit from August ?4 to ?8 to
(a) ADBCE
(b) ACEBD
(c) EBDAC
(d) ECDBA
(e) No rearrangement required
Q31. In the following question, a sentence is divided
into few parts. Rearrange these parts and identify the
correct sequence making the sentence grammatically
and contextually correct.
(A) benchmark rate at 5.50% on
(B) the RBI is expected to keep its
(C) Indian exports have sparked
(D) August 6, though U.S. tariffs on
(E) talks of a possible rate cut
(a) BADCE
(b) DABEC
(c) DCEAB
(d) BCAED
(e) No rearrangement required
Directions (32-35): The sentence is divided into four
segments: (A), (B), (C), and (D). Identify the segment
that contains a grammatical error. If the sentence is
both grammatically and contextually correct, select “No
error” as the correct answer.
Q32. China’s high growth based on resource
(A)/intensive manufacturing, exports, and (B)/ low-
paid labor has largely reached its limits and (C)/ has led
to economic, social, and environmental imbalances (D).
(a) A
(b) B
(c) C
(d) D
(e) No error
Q33. Before the pandemic, the city (A)/ airport
grappled with severe bottlenecks (B)/ as the terminals
couldn’t handled (C)/ the traffic, with passengers
bearing the brunt of it (D).
(a) A
(b) B
(c) C
(d) D
(e) No error
Q34. A remedial measure to cure the (A)/ patriarchal
mindset of the socio-legal system(B)/ would be the
inclusion of feminist (C)/jurisprudence in the
curriculum by law students. (D)
(a) A
(b) B
(c) C
(d) D
(e) No error
Q35. As the euphoria of a decade ago turns to ashes, (A)/
the Tunisian experience has exposed the daunting
challenges (B) /in achieving political and economic
change after (C)/ an authoritarian order has
overthrown (D).
(a) A
(b) B
(c) C
(d) D
(e) No error
Directions (36-40) : Rearrange the following sentences
in the proper sequence to form a meaningful paragraph;
then answer the questions given below them.
(A) Over time, consistent overconsumption of sugar has
been linked to chronic conditions like obesity, type 2
diabetes, and heart disease.
(B) Despite its widespread use, sugar provides no essential
nutrients and contributes only empty calories.
(C) One of the key concerns is how excessive sugar intake
affects metabolic health and insulin sensitivity.
(D) Reducing sugar consumption can significantly improve
overall health outcomes and reduce the risk of lifestyle-
related diseases.
(E) Sugar is often added to processed foods and beverages,
making it easy to consume large amounts unknowingly.
(F) The modern diet has seen a dramatic increase in added
sugar, raising alarms among health professionals
worldwide.
Q36. Which of the following should be the FIFHT
sentence after rearrangement?
(a) D
(b) A
(c) C
(d) E
(e) B
Q37. Which of the following should be the SECOND
sentence after rearrangement?
(a) B
(b) E
(c) F
(d) A
(e) D
Q38. Which of the following should be the LAST
sentence after rearrangement?
(a) D
(b) C
(c) F
(d) E
(e) A
Q39. Which of the following should be the FIRST
sentence after rearrangement?
(a) A
(b) B
(c) D
(d) E
(e) F
Q40. Which of the following should be the THIRD
sentence after rearrangement?
(a) C
(b) D
(c) E
(d) B
(e) A
Quantitive Aptitude
Direction (1-6): The bar graph shows the total
number of wired keyboard sold and table shows the
percentage of non-wired keyboards sold out of total
keyboard (wired + non-wired sold) in five different
shops.
Shops % of wireless keyboard sold out
of total keyboards sold
A 35%
B 32%
C 50%
D 70%
E 80%
Note – total keyboards = wired keyboard + wireless key
boards.
Q41. Find the ratio of wired keyboard sold by A and B
together to wireless keyboard sold by D.
(a) 6:7
(b) 8:5
(c) 1:6
(d) 8:7
(e) 8:9
Q42. Find the total keyboard sold by D is what
percentage of wireless keyboards sold by E.
(a) 71%
(b) 89.25%
(c) 71.825%
(d) 50.50%
(e) 78.125%
Q43. If shop F, sold 25% more keyboards than wired
keyboards sold by E and wireless keyboard sold by F
is 10% more than the total wireless keyboards sold
by B. Find the wired keyboard sold by F is what
percentage of average wireless keyboard sold by C
and B.
(a) 101.81%
(b) 101%
(c) 201.81%
(d) 50.81%
(e) 75.81%
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