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AFCAT MODEL QUESTION PAPER – 2 
 
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CANDIDATES 
 
1. Total Number of Questions – 100. Each Question is of three marks. 
2. One mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. 
3. No mark will be deducted for un-attempted question.       
  
1. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Which of the following statements about the bee hummingbird is true? (Choose your answer from the given 
options)  
 
A. It is obviously visible when it flies 
B. It escapes our sight when it is in flight 
C. It can fly high beyond the clouds 
D. It subsists on pollens 
 
 
  
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AFCAT MODEL QUESTION PAPER – 2 
 
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CANDIDATES 
 
1. Total Number of Questions – 100. Each Question is of three marks. 
2. One mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. 
3. No mark will be deducted for un-attempted question.       
  
1. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Which of the following statements about the bee hummingbird is true? (Choose your answer from the given 
options)  
 
A. It is obviously visible when it flies 
B. It escapes our sight when it is in flight 
C. It can fly high beyond the clouds 
D. It subsists on pollens 
 
 
  
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2. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Nature has made man realise the fact that ____________. (Choose your answer from the given options) 
 
A. the large creatures emerge victorious in the struggle for survival  
B. the largest species are usually strong, hence survives  
C. humans who rule the planet are the most powerful beings on Earth 
D. the smallest creatures are toughest with strong adaptability and natural survival instinct  
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
  
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AFCAT MODEL QUESTION PAPER – 2 
 
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CANDIDATES 
 
1. Total Number of Questions – 100. Each Question is of three marks. 
2. One mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. 
3. No mark will be deducted for un-attempted question.       
  
1. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Which of the following statements about the bee hummingbird is true? (Choose your answer from the given 
options)  
 
A. It is obviously visible when it flies 
B. It escapes our sight when it is in flight 
C. It can fly high beyond the clouds 
D. It subsists on pollens 
 
 
  
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2. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Nature has made man realise the fact that ____________. (Choose your answer from the given options) 
 
A. the large creatures emerge victorious in the struggle for survival  
B. the largest species are usually strong, hence survives  
C. humans who rule the planet are the most powerful beings on Earth 
D. the smallest creatures are toughest with strong adaptability and natural survival instinct  
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
  
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3. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Hummingbirds are unique species, in a sense that ______________. (Choose your answer from the given 
options) 
 
A. they can sustain fast body metabolism while flying for long duration to evade predators  
B. their flapping of wings creates humming sound which helps them to fly backwards 
C. they can feed on nectar of flowers by easily steering and hovering in air close to the flowers   
D. they survive only on nectar of flowers, hence requires to consume in large quantity after flight 
 
4. Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in 
one part of the sentence. Spot the error from the given options.  
 
He is trying (a)/ to earn money (b)/ for myself and him (c). / no error (d)  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
5. Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in 
one part of the sentence. Spot the error from the given options. 
 
The doctor observed (a)/ that the patient (b)/ was gradually (c)/ becoming weak (d).  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
6. Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in 
one part of the sentence. Spot the error from the given options. 
 
As soon as I shall reach Mumbai (a)/ I shall send you the file (b)/ you have asked for (c)./  
no error (d)  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
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AFCAT MODEL QUESTION PAPER – 2 
 
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CANDIDATES 
 
1. Total Number of Questions – 100. Each Question is of three marks. 
2. One mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. 
3. No mark will be deducted for un-attempted question.       
  
1. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Which of the following statements about the bee hummingbird is true? (Choose your answer from the given 
options)  
 
A. It is obviously visible when it flies 
B. It escapes our sight when it is in flight 
C. It can fly high beyond the clouds 
D. It subsists on pollens 
 
 
  
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2. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Nature has made man realise the fact that ____________. (Choose your answer from the given options) 
 
A. the large creatures emerge victorious in the struggle for survival  
B. the largest species are usually strong, hence survives  
C. humans who rule the planet are the most powerful beings on Earth 
D. the smallest creatures are toughest with strong adaptability and natural survival instinct  
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
  
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3. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Hummingbirds are unique species, in a sense that ______________. (Choose your answer from the given 
options) 
 
A. they can sustain fast body metabolism while flying for long duration to evade predators  
B. their flapping of wings creates humming sound which helps them to fly backwards 
C. they can feed on nectar of flowers by easily steering and hovering in air close to the flowers   
D. they survive only on nectar of flowers, hence requires to consume in large quantity after flight 
 
4. Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in 
one part of the sentence. Spot the error from the given options.  
 
He is trying (a)/ to earn money (b)/ for myself and him (c). / no error (d)  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
5. Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in 
one part of the sentence. Spot the error from the given options. 
 
The doctor observed (a)/ that the patient (b)/ was gradually (c)/ becoming weak (d).  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
6. Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in 
one part of the sentence. Spot the error from the given options. 
 
As soon as I shall reach Mumbai (a)/ I shall send you the file (b)/ you have asked for (c)./  
no error (d)  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
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7. Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in 
one part of the sentence. Spot the error from the given options.  
 
The students of (a)/ commerce stream are (b)/ not able to cope up (c)/ with the new syllabus (d).  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
8. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word from the given options.  
 
This candidate lacks (a)/ an experience (b)/ otherwise (c)/ he is well qualified (d).  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
 
9. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word from the given options.  
 
There are several ways of ______________ the price at which a product can be marketed. 
 
A.  judging                  B.   evaluating    
C.   determining          D.   estimating     
       
10. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word from the given options.  
The Managing Director treated the employees to a ____________ lunch at an expensive hotel.  
A.  stupendous                  B.   sumptuous    
C.   tasteful          D.   thriving  
          
11. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word from the given options.  
 
Contemporary economic development differs ________ from the Industrial Revolution of the 19th century. 
 
A.  naturally                  B.   usually    
C.   literally          D.   markedly        
    
12. In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the best one which expresses the 
meaning of the given word.  
 
APATHETIC  
 
A.  Distress                  B.   Impatient  
C.   Indifferent          D.   Disgust  
          
  
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AFCAT MODEL QUESTION PAPER – 2 
 
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CANDIDATES 
 
1. Total Number of Questions – 100. Each Question is of three marks. 
2. One mark will be deducted for every wrong answer. 
3. No mark will be deducted for un-attempted question.       
  
1. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Which of the following statements about the bee hummingbird is true? (Choose your answer from the given 
options)  
 
A. It is obviously visible when it flies 
B. It escapes our sight when it is in flight 
C. It can fly high beyond the clouds 
D. It subsists on pollens 
 
 
  
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2. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Nature has made man realise the fact that ____________. (Choose your answer from the given options) 
 
A. the large creatures emerge victorious in the struggle for survival  
B. the largest species are usually strong, hence survives  
C. humans who rule the planet are the most powerful beings on Earth 
D. the smallest creatures are toughest with strong adaptability and natural survival instinct  
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
  
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3. Read the following passage carefully and answer the question given below it.  
 
As the rulers of the planet, human beings like to think that it is the large creatures who will emerge victorious 
in the struggle for survival. However, nature teaches us the opposite. It is often the smallest species which 
are the toughest and most adaptable. A perfect example is the hummingbird, which is found in the American 
countries. One species of hummingbird is known as the bee hummingbird which ranks as the world’s smallest 
and lightest bird and it is barely visible when it is in flight. Hummingbirds are the only birds that can fly 
backwards. They feed mainly on the nectar of flowers, a liquid that is rich in energy. Nectar is an ideal food 
source, for hummingbirds need an incredible amount of energy to sustain their body metabolism. A 
hummingbird’s wings flap at a rate of about 80 times per second and its tiny heart beats more than 1000 
times per minute. This is why they must consume relatively large quantities of food. In the course of a day, 
a hummingbird consumes nectar as much as half its body weight. The beauty of Nature is the uniqueness of 
her creation to adapt in any condition.  
 
Hummingbirds are unique species, in a sense that ______________. (Choose your answer from the given 
options) 
 
A. they can sustain fast body metabolism while flying for long duration to evade predators  
B. their flapping of wings creates humming sound which helps them to fly backwards 
C. they can feed on nectar of flowers by easily steering and hovering in air close to the flowers   
D. they survive only on nectar of flowers, hence requires to consume in large quantity after flight 
 
4. Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in 
one part of the sentence. Spot the error from the given options.  
 
He is trying (a)/ to earn money (b)/ for myself and him (c). / no error (d)  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
5. Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in 
one part of the sentence. Spot the error from the given options. 
 
The doctor observed (a)/ that the patient (b)/ was gradually (c)/ becoming weak (d).  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
6. Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in 
one part of the sentence. Spot the error from the given options. 
 
As soon as I shall reach Mumbai (a)/ I shall send you the file (b)/ you have asked for (c)./  
no error (d)  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
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7. Read the sentence to find out whether there is any grammatical error in it. The error, if any, will be in 
one part of the sentence. Spot the error from the given options.  
 
The students of (a)/ commerce stream are (b)/ not able to cope up (c)/ with the new syllabus (d).  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
8. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word from the given options.  
 
This candidate lacks (a)/ an experience (b)/ otherwise (c)/ he is well qualified (d).  
 
A. (a)      B.  (b) 
C. (c)      D.  (d) 
 
 
9. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word from the given options.  
 
There are several ways of ______________ the price at which a product can be marketed. 
 
A.  judging                  B.   evaluating    
C.   determining          D.   estimating     
       
10. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word from the given options.  
The Managing Director treated the employees to a ____________ lunch at an expensive hotel.  
A.  stupendous                  B.   sumptuous    
C.   tasteful          D.   thriving  
          
11. Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word from the given options.  
 
Contemporary economic development differs ________ from the Industrial Revolution of the 19th century. 
 
A.  naturally                  B.   usually    
C.   literally          D.   markedly        
    
12. In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the best one which expresses the 
meaning of the given word.  
 
APATHETIC  
 
A.  Distress                  B.   Impatient  
C.   Indifferent          D.   Disgust  
          
  
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13. In the following question, out of the given alternatives, choose the best one which expresses the 
meaning of the given word.  
 
CHERISH 
    
A. Treasure     B.  Disregard 
C. Forsake       D.  Contest 
         
14. In the following question, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word.  
 
OBNOXIOUS 
A. Obscure     B.  Hostile 
C. Gloomy     D.  Pleasant 
 
15. In the following question, choose the word which is opposite in meaning to the given word.  
 
PENSIVE  
 
A. Hazard      B.  Peasant 
C. Thoughtless     D.  Expedite 
 
16.    Select the most appropriate word from the options against            X             .  
Democracy has its dangers, the greatest of which is that it may be the rule of ignorance. Citizens who are  
not     X      intelligent and educated are likely to commit errors of judgement  
in             Y            their franchise. The best candidate may thus,           Z              to get elected. Elections are 
usually a matter of propaganda. 
 
A. barely      B.  adequately 
C. highly      D.  perfectly   
 
 
17.    Select the most appropriate word from the options against            Y          .  
Democracy has its dangers, the greatest of which is that it may be the rule of ignorance. Citizens who are  
not     X      intelligent and educated are likely to commit errors of judgement  
in             Y            their franchise. The best candidate may thus,           Z              to get elected. Elections are 
usually a matter of propaganda. 
 
A. deciding     B. proclaiming 
C. declaring     D. exercising