IEO Booklet For Class-VI

Class 6 1st

Year 2010

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CLASS 6 | 1st IEO - 2010

WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE  Fill in the blanks with the correct prefix. 

1. 

My new shoes didn’t fit well. I felt ______comfortable in them.  (A)  dis­  (B)  in­  (C)  un­ 

Choose the odd one out from each set of words. 

2. 

(A)  means  (B)  purpose  (C)  intention 

3. 

(A)  plump  (B)  fat  (C)  slim 

4 

(A)  effect: effective  (B)  detect: detective  (C)  project: projective 

5. 

(A)  brick: wall  (B)  water: rain  (C)  leather : shoes

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6. 

(A)  happily  (B)  merrily  (C)  bravely 

Choose the right spelling. 

7. 

(A)  forcible  (B)  forcable  (C)  forceable 

Fill in the blanks with the correct word/phrase. 

8. 

We ___________ in the opposite direction when we saw Ammu approaching.  (A)  took off  (B)  took up  (C)  took on 

9. 

There was just one day left for Christmas. I was __________ to open my presents.  (A)  uneasy  (B)  impatient  (C)  restless 

10.  Atul told us a ___________ story about visiting the moon.  (A)  short  (B)  tall  (C)  long

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Grammar 

Fill in the blanks with the correct word/phrase.  11.  She had to rush. He _____________ for her in the car. 

(A)  had waited  (B)  is waiting  (C)  was waiting 

12.  I think you _______ see the doctor. Your cold isn’t getting better.  (A)  may  (B)  should  (C)  might 

13.  The flight to Hyderabad takes ___________ than fifty minutes.  (A)  less  (B)  fewer  (C)  lesser 

14.  Shashi said he would eat the pooris after they ___________.  (A)  has cooled down  (B)  had cooled down  (C)  have cooled down 

Spot the error in the sentence.  15.  Is the book  /  on the shelf  /  yours or mines?  (A) 

(B) 

(C)

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16.  Myself and Sheba  /  are going shopping  /  this afternoon.  (A) 

(B) 

(C) 

17.  In the movie Toy Story,  /  Woody  will be chasing  /  the monsters out of the room.  (A) 

(B) 

(C) 

Given below are sets of three sentences.  One in each set is incorrect.  Choose the incorrect  sentence. 

18.  (A)  Each of us has a new table.  (B)  All my friends has seen Taare Zameeen Par.  (C)  Satya and Madhu live close to the theatre. 

19.  (A)  If I would have gone with Nani, I could have seen Dravid.  (B)  If I had been Tarzan, I would have swung from tree to tree.  (C)  If I had sketch pens, I would have drawn better pictures. 

20.  (A)  Sara has seen already the puppet show.  (B)  Sara has seen the puppet show already.  (C)  Sara has already seen the puppet show.

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READING  Read the passages and answer the questions that follow.  Passage 1  I was so homesick during my first two weeks at St. Peter’s that I devised a way of  getting myself sent back home. My idea was that I should all of a sudden develop an attack of  acute appendicitis.  When I reported my sickness to the teacher, I was sent to the Matron. I entered the room  clutching my stomach on the right­hand side and staggering pathetically.  'What's the matter with you boy?' the Matron shouted.  'It hurts, Matron,' I moaned. 'Oh, it hurts so much! Just here!'  'You've been over­eating!' she barked.  'I haven't eaten a thing for days,' I lied.  She began prodding my tummy violently with her fingers. I was watching her carefully, and  when she hit what I guessed was the appendix place, I let out a yelp that rattled the  windowpanes.  'Ow! Ow! Ow!' I cried out. 'Don't, Matron, don't!'  Then I slipped in the clincher. 'I've been sick all morning,' I moaned.  This was the right move. Within an hour, the doctor arrived and as he examined me, I did my  yelping at what I thought were the proper times.  The Matron returned half an hour later and said, ‘Your mother's coming to fetch you this  afternoon. '  I didn't answer her. I just lay there trying to look very ill, but my heart was singing all sorts of  wonderful songs. As I was taken home on a ferry, I felt so wonderful to leave that dreaded school  building that I very nearly forgot I was meant to be ill.  21.  The boy had been at St. Peter’s for  (A)  a week.  (B)  two weeks.  (C)  a month.

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22.  The Matron suspected that the boy had appendicitis because  (A)  he hadn’t been able to eat anything for days.  (B)  he staggered into the room clutching his stomach.  (C)  he screamed when she pressed the right side of his stomach. 

23.  The boy’s illness was a __________________.  (A)  way to get Matron’s sympathy.  (B)  trick to get Matron to send him home.  (C)  real attack of appendicitis. 

24.  The sentence I’ve been sick all morning, means that the boy was  (A)  unwell during the night.  (B)  unwell always.  (C)  unwell during the day. 

25.  The boy wanted to go away from school because  (A)  he missed home.  (B)  the Matron was strict.  (C)  he wasn’t feeling well. 

26.  The sentence …my heart was singing all sorts of wonderful songs means that the boy  (A)  was fond of music.  (B)  was a good singer.  (C)  was very happy.

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Passage 2 

SHRI JAWAHAR SIRCAR  Secretary, Ministry of Culture, Government of India 

27.  Choose the statement that is FALSE.  (A)  The exhibition is a part of the Commonwealth Games.  (B)  The exhibition is conducted jointly by India and Canada.  (C)  The exhibition is open for a longer period during the Games.

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28.  Rahul wants to go to the exhibition. He is free on Sunday and Monday between 10:00 am  to 11:00 am. When can he see the exhibition?  (A)  On Monday, 27 th  of September 2010.  (B)  On Sunday, 3 rd  of October 2010.  (C)  On Monday, 4 th  of October 2010. 

29.  Ashwini, one of the athletes, is free between 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm. When can she visit the  exhibition?  (A)  On Tuesday, 28 th  of September 2010.  (B)  On Monday, 4 th  of October 2010.  (C)  On Thursday, 7 th  of October 2010. 

30.  The exhibition displays works of  (A)  Canadian artists.  (B)  Indian artists.  (C)  Canadian and Indian artists. 

31.  The exhibition will continue for  (A)  less than three months.  (B)  more than three months.  (C)  almost four months. 

32.  During the Commonwealth Games the exhibition will remain open for longer hours  (A)  so that the athletes can also improve their knowledge of art.  (B)  to give the artists an opportunity to see the athletes.  (C)  because a large number of tourists are expected at this time.

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SPOKEN AND WRITTEN EXPRESSION  Spoken Expression  Choose the correct sentence to complete the dialogue.  33.  Chanda: When will you get home?  Mother: At 5.30 pm. Why?  Chanda: ______________________________.  (A)  My art class is at 6 O’clock.  (B)  Oh, I just wanted to know.  (C)  Can we go out once you’re back?  Mother: I know that.  34.  Pranav: I love Horrid Henry.  Anita: _______________________________.  (A)  Wow! How could you?  (B)  Yuck! How could you?  (C)  Wow! I love it too.  Pranav: Why not? He’s so cool.  35.  Aditya: Could you please move? You’re standing on my bag.  Anvesh: _____________________________.  (A)  Oh, that’s an old one.  (B)  Fine, I’ll move.  (C)  Sorry, I didn’t see it.  36.  Suresh: Let’s go and watch Avataar.  Rajesh:  ________________________  (A)  We’ve seen it twice already.  (B)  Sure, let’s book tickets.  (C)  I love sci­fi movies.  Suresh: Then why don’t we go to the museum?

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Written Expression  Choose the sentence that completes the paragraph.  37.  S1:  All the kids in the colony showed up for the swimming competition. 

S2:  _______________________________________________.  (A)  The boys swam like they were climbing into a bus, piling over one another.  (B)  The girls had no difficulty in beating the boys to the rock and back.  (C)  Pingu included himself in the challenge and tried swimming a short distance.  S3:  It was a crushing defeat for them. 

38.  S1:  Our car broke down and stood on the road blocking the highway.  S2:  _______________________________________________. 

(A)  A man with a bullock­cart appeared on the scene.  (B)  A man walking past looked at us in anger.  (C)  It was difficult for other vehicles to go past.  S3:  He got down, walked across and spoke to us. 

39.  S1:  There is something very funny about learning to play the flute.  S2:  _______________________________________________. 

(A)  You have to take a deep breath before you start.  (B)  You try it for ages but nothing happens.  (C)  That’s how I felt when I listened to Rancho.  S3:  Then one day you hear a wild, uncontrolled note.

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40.  S1:  Little Pippi broke the egg into a bowl.  S2:  ___________________________________________  (A)  As she beat it, the bowl fell from her hand.  (B)  Then she beat it until it was nice and fluffy.  (C)  As she beat it the fork she was using broke.  S3:  Finally, she poured it into the pan. 

JJJ

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Class 6 2nd

Year 2011

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SECTION - I : WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE Choose the best option to fill in the blanks: 1.

I have been living in Mumbai ____________ 1990.



(A) for

(B) since



(C) to

(D) during

2.

Neel is so fat ____________ get in through this door.



(A) because he cannot

(B) while he cannot



(C) that he cannot

(D) until he cannot

3.

The teacher let me ____________ home early.



(A) to go

(B) go



(C) went

(D) gone

4.

Akash ____________ Rs. 200 every month from his pocket money to buy a camera.



(A) put forth

(B) set aside



(C) set up

(D) put off

5.

The roads have to be relaid before the monsoon ____________ .



(A) sets in

(B) sets out



(C) sets up

(D) sets aside

6.

The deer was attacked by a ____________of wolves.



(A) brood

(B) herd



(C) flock

(D) pack

7.

A ____________ of sticks cannot be broken easily.



(A) group







(B) sack



(C) bundle

8.

A ____________ writes about cricket matches for newspapers.



(A) spectator

(B) journalist



(C) writer

(D) critic

9.

Netra wants to become a TV ____________ and host reality shows. She has a pleasing personality



(D) bunch

and a good voice.

(A) dancer



(B) reader



(C) debater



(D) anchor

10. Ananth felt ____________ when he went to the U.S. alone.

(A) home-alone

(B) home - grown



(C) homesick

(D) homebound





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11. You thread a needle. What do you do with beads?

(A) Poke



(C) Burst





(B) String (D) Tie

12-14: How many words are wrongly spelt in the sentences given below? 12. Rehana received the prices from the principle.

(A) 3

(B) 2



(C) 1

(D) none



13. Opportunity knocks at your door once only.

(A) 3

(B) 2



(C) 1

(D) none

14. Carnivorous animals hunt for there pray.

(A) 3

(B) 2



(C) 1

(D) none



15. Mr. Sanjay spoke without a ____________.





(A) paws

(B) pause



(C) pass

(D) posse



16. Robert ____________ television, when he heard a loud explosion.

(A) is watching



(C) watched



(B) watches (D) was watching

17. Nehru _____________ to be the Prime Minister of India.

(A) chose

(B) was elected



(C) dreamt

(D) resented

18. Each state of India ____________ its own language.

(A) have





(C) has

(B) had (D) is

19. When the wind blew ____________, the blades of the grass swayed gently.

(A) fiercely





(B) loudly



(C) hardly





(D) softly

20. When our team won the first prize in the Young World Quiz contest, we felt ____________.

(A) on top of the roof



(C) on top of the head





(B) on top of the world (D) on top of the building

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21. The new student from Bhopal felt like ____________ in the junior college in Bangalore.

(A) fish in a well





(B) fish in a net



(C) fish on a pond





(D) fish out of water

22. Dhruv donates a lot of money to the orphanage every year. He is very ____________ .

(A) general

(B) generous



(C) warm-hearted

(D) genteel



23. I developed severe back pain after a long drive on the ___________ road.

(A) narrow

(B) tar



(C) bumpy

(D) broad





24. After the death of Mr. Bhatra, a quarrel broke out ____________ his four sons on property matters. (A) between

(B) with



(C) about



(D) among

25. Karan walked ____________ the shore with his friend.

(A) beside



(B) along



(C) into

(D) out of

26. Deepak missed a centum in Maths ____________ a result of carelessness.

(A) since





(C) because

(B) as (D) due

27. The result of the entrance test will be declared tomorrow. Hope I clear the test. I am keeping _______________ .

(A) my hands crossed



(C) my ears opened





(B) my eyes closed (D) my fingers crossed

28. Which of these cannot be saved? (A) Time

(C) Energy





(B) Money (D) Happiness

29. When Sona won the ‘Miss Chennai’ title, she felt as proud as ____________ .

(A) an eagle



(C) a peacock



(B) a pigeon (D) a parrot

30. This suitcase is not heavy. I can lift it easily. It is as ____________ .

(A) big as a bull



(C) light as a paper



(B) as small as an ant (D) light as a feather

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SECTION-II : READING 31-34 : Read the postcard your friend sent you and answer the questions that follow. Kathmandu, 20 Oct 2011. Dear Rohan, My maiden visit to Kathmandu has been good so far. The weather is fine with the temperature around 20°C. We plan to visit the Lumbini gardens, the birth place of Gautama Buddha tomorrow. We might enjoy some adventure

Rohan

sports like rappelling, river crossing, etc. Rest in my next letter. Love Rahul

31. Rahul enjoyed the weather because it was ___________ .

(A) freezing cold



(B) very hot



(C) moderately cool



(D) humid

32. Maiden visit means ___________ .

(A) travelling with maids



(B) first visit



(C) visiting a hill station



(D) a useless visit



33. Rahul likes adventure sports. This shows he ___________ .

(A) is a sportsman



(B) likes to waste time



(C) is allergic to water



(D) loves challenges



34. Rappelling and river crossing are called adventure sports because ___________ .

(A) only sport stars like them



(B) they are dangerous



(C) they are fun filled and thrilling



(D) they are outdoor activities

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35-38 : Read this catalogue of a book shop and answer the questions. The Papyrus Book Shop Annual Dussehra Sale! Original price

Sale price

1.

South Indian Temples

Name of the book

320

250

2.

Learn Hindi in 30 Days

120

60

3.

An apple a Day-Latest Apple Technology

800

800

4.

Classics Retold

500

350

5.

Chinese Delicacies

250

180

Hurry! Don’t miss this chance 35. If you are a chef which book would you buy?

(A) An apple a Day-Latest Apple Technology

(B) Chinese Delicacies



(C) Classics Retold

(D) South Indian Temples



36. Mr. Gopal has decided to go on a pilgrimage. Which book will be useful to him?

(A) Classics Retold

(B) Chinese Delicacies



(C) Learn Hindi in 30 Days

(D) South Indian Temples

37. Which is the least expensive book?

(A) Classics Retold





(C) Chinese Delicacies

(B) Learn Hindi in 30 Days (D) South Indian Temples

38. Which book has not been discounted?

(A) An apple a Day-Latest Apple Technology

(B) Chinese Delicacies



(C) South Indian Temples

(D) Classics Retold

39-42 : Read the poster and answer the questions. WE too HAVE LIFE! WE SAVE THE EARTH FROM FLOODS! WE MAKE THIS PLANET GREEN! WE ARE SELFLESS! WE GIVE YOU FOOD, OXYGEN, BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS AND DELICIOUS FRUITS! WE muffle urban noise We clean the air and water. We absorb harmful pollutants DO NOT KILL US THEN BIRDS AND ANIMALS WILL BECOME HOMELESS!!

39. Trees are

(A) living

(B) non-living



(C) semi-alive

(D) extinct



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40. Trees save the earth from floods by

(A) preventing soil erosion

(B) building dams



(C) dropping its branches

(D) cleaning the air

41. This appeal is to create awareness on the importance of

(A) afforestation

(B) deforestation



(C) animals and birds

(D) parts of a tree

42. Selfless means

(A) living for others



(B) selfish



(C) thinking about oneself



(D) thinking low of others

SECTION-III : Spoken and written expression 43-50: for the given situations choose the most appropriate expression. 43. Host: Do you prefer something hot or cold? Guest: ____________________

(A) No, thanks.





(B) Cold, please.



(C) Choice is yours.





(D) I’ll have both.

44. Your uncle sent a nice gift for you as you came first in the Board Exam. What will you write to him in your thank you message?

(A) Thanks a ton, I deserve it.



(B) Thanks a million, I knew you would send it.



(C) Thanks a lot, I expected many more such gifts.



(D) Thanks a lot for that pleasant surprise. It was nice of you.

45. Your teacher is talking to her colleague in the corridor. You have to walk past them to go to the library. What will you tell them?

(A) Please give way, I’m in a hurry.



(B) Please move, I’m in a hurry.



(C) Excuse me, madam. May I get past?



(D) Pardon me, I’m in a hurry.

46. You want to place an order over the telephone for a Pizza. You dial Pizza Hut. What will you say?

(A) Hello, is it Pizza Hut. I want a Pizza.



(B) Hello, is it Pizza Hut. Pizza please.



(C) Hello, is it Pizza Hut? Could I place an order for a Pizza?



(D) Hello, take down, I want a Pizza.

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47. You borrowed a novel from your friend and you have misplaced it. How will you apologies to your friend?

(A) Hi dude, lost the Harry Potter book.



(B) Hi buddy, don’t mind, I lost your book.



(C) Hi Viki, I am sorry. I lost the book I borrowed from you.



(D) Hi Viki, I’m sure you won’t mind my losing your book.

48. You are a part of the musical band. Your performance was a great hit and the audience wanted to perform again. What was the response of the audience?

(A) Encore!





(B) Alas!



(C) Adieu!





(D) Bon voyage!

49. You want to express your views when two people are discussing. How will you politely do it?

(A) May I interrupt?



(B) Will you listen to me?



(C) Keep quiet and allow me to speak.



(D) May I have the honor of interrupting your conversation.





50. You have gone shopping. You want to try out a pair of jeans. What will you ask the shopkeeper?

(A) Can I try these on, please?



(B) Don’t you think I should try these on?



(C) You must allow me to try these on.



(D) You can’t stop me from trying these on.

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Set A Year 2012

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3rd IEO - SET A SECTION-I : WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE

CHOOSE THE BEST WORD/PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. 1.

The tiger __________ is decreasing rapidly.



(A) calculation

(B) circulation



(C) population

(D) education

2.

Ram and Kumar have had a fight, they __________ spoken to each other for the last two weeks.



(A) will be

(B) can’t



(C) aren’t

(D) haven’t

3.

What’s all that noise? What’s __________________?



(A) occurring

(B) happening



(C) going

(D) playing

4.

What is a doctor’s job?



(A) He promises.

(B) He insists.



(C) He prescribes.

(D) He proposes.

5.

When Steven broke his car’s windscreen while playing cricket, his father ___________.



(A) hit the roof

(B) hit the ball



(C) hit the road

(D) hit the sack

6.

Hockey players earn ______________ money than cricket players.



(A) fewer

(B) less



(C) little

(D) few

7.

I don’t remember _________________ before an exam. My mind goes blank.



(A) everything

(B) something



(C) nothing

(D) anything

8.

We should drink _______________ water during the summer.



(A) full of

(B) a lot of



(C) too many

(D) much

9.

Sohail doesn’t ___________ on with his little sister. They are always arguing.



(A) go

(B) carry



(C) get

(D) keep

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10. When the wildlife experts ________________ that the tiger population was decreasing they started the ‘save the tiger’ campaign.

(A) discovered

(B) unwrapped



(C) explored

(D) diagnosed

HOW MANY WORDS ARE WRONGLY SPELT IN THE SENTENCES BELOW? 11. The nurce wraped a bandege round his head.

(A) 1

(B) 2



(C) 3

(D) None

12. He tried to brake the bad habit but unfortunately all his efforts have been in vein.

(A) 3

(B) 2



(C) 1

(D) None

13. One should never loose ones patience.

(A) 1

(B) 2



(C) 3

(D) None

CHOOSE THE BEST ANSWER TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE FROM THE OPTIONS GIVEN. 14. ____________ by bus is cheaper than by taxi in a city.

(A) Driving

(B) Riding



(C) Tripping

(D) Commuting

15. When the tiger roars in the jungle; all the elephants ______________.

(A) howl

(B) growl



(C) trumpet

(D) scream

16. I’m on holiday, my daily schedule is quite ____________ – we can arrange to meet any time.

(A) adjustable

(B) flexible



(C) elastic

(D) stretchable

17. During the floods the military constructed a temporary floating ____________ over the river.

(A) pontoon bridge

(B) flyover



(C) bridge

(D) draw bridge

18. His father works in a company which was the first to _______ Compact discs (CDs) in the 1970s.

(A) construct

(B) fabricate



(C) create

(D) invent

19. Let’s have a Chinese ___________ tonight – I’m not in the mood to cook.

(A) take away

(B) take in



(C) order in

(D) order out

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20. His father used to work overtime to _____________ money for his education.

(A) gain

(B) win



(C) raise

(D) achieve

21. In spite of telling him how to do it again and again he made _____________ mistake.

(A) many

(B) yet another



(C) all

(D) little

22. I’m going to Singapore for _____________ day or two.

(A) some

(B) the



(C) a

(D) none of these

23. It was raining and I was _______________ late for school.

(A) greatly

(B) by an hour



(C) entirely

(D) almost

24. Her hair wasn’t real. She was wearing a _____________.

(A) hair color

(B) wig



(C) curls

(D) hair pin

25. What does ‘it slipped my mind’ mean?

(A) Forgot to do something

(B) Just remembered to do something



(C) Something went passed my head

(D) Cannot understand anything

26. Ali promised to give her a lift if it _____________.

(A) is rained

(B) will rain



(C) rained

(D) rains

27. It was very hot. ______________, I put on the air conditioner.

(A) Even though

(B) But



(C) Even

(D) Even so

28. I _________ you can write so neatly and I can’t.

(A) am hating

(B) hate



(C) hate that

(D) hate it

29. I have a toy aeroplane ________________ a remote control.

(A) which with

(B) which has



(C) has

(D) having

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3rd IEO - SET A 30. You should eat some breakfast before you _____________ in the morning.

(A) left

(B) will leave



(C) had left

(D) leave

31. Wow! These apples are very tasty, and they were _______________ ones I could find.

(A) cheapest

(B) the cheapest



(C) cheap

(D) the cheap

32. If I _________ press this round button, will it start playing the movie?

(A) will

(B) __



(C) could

(D) would

SECTION-II : READING READ EACH PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. Every year large numbers of plastic bottles wash up on the beaches. However, this problem can be solved if the new plan is brought in, as suggested by the scientists. In the new scheme, fishermen will be encouraged to round up plastic bottles with their fishing nets. They can then sell these and cash in on the rising price of old plastic. The recycling centres can then turn toxic waste into packaging. Scientists believe this scheme will compensate fishermen for the loss of income due to more and more people turning vegetarian. Scientists aim to bring in this scheme soon before the fishermen are forced to sell their boats. 33. What does, ‘bottles wash up on the beach’ mean?

(A) Bottles are washed on the beach.



(B) Bottles arrive on the shore, carried by the waves.



(C) Beach is washed by the bottles.



(D) Bottles are left behind by people visiting the beach.

34. Old plastic is made into useful things in a _____________.

(A) fishing net



(B) science lab



(C) recycling centre



(D) beach

35. What is the new scheme?

(A) Fishermen gather plastic bottles and sell them.



(B) Fishermen encourage scientists to use fishing nets.



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36. Which word in the second paragraph means ‘changing habits’?

(A) Compensate



(B) Forced



(C) Turning



(D) Income Sharks There are many types of sharks found in the oceans around the world. Some of them are very big while others are quite small. You need to be scared of some while others are very calm like the Zebra shark. They are small, gentle shark that can be kept in an aquarium with other fish. You may be surprised to learn that some of the largest species of sharks in the ocean are the nicest ones to encounter. There are 360 different species of sharks in the world. Some of the sharks we should be scared of are e.g. the Great white sharks. They have attacked more people than any other shark. Their average length is about 12 feet and weighs about 3,000 pounds. Great white sharks are also different from others because they can lift their heads out of the water. Similar to them in length are the Blue sharks. Blue sharks are the fastest swimming sharks and can even leap out of the water and they can eat almost anything and have attacked people too. Tiger sharks too have attacked people but they come second to Great white shark in attacking people. A different type of shark which can swim in salt and fresh water is Bull shark. It comes after the Blue shark in order, for the number of attacks on people.

37. Which shark does not kill fish or people?

(A) Blue shark



(B) Bull shark



(C) Zebra shark



(D) Tiger shark

38. In attacking people which shark comes second of all?

(A) Great white shark



(B) Blue shark



(C) Bull shark



(D) Tiger shark

39. Which shark can jump out of the water?

(A) Great white shark



(B) Blue shark



(C) Bull shark



(D) Tiger shark

40. Which shark’s average length is 12 feet?

(A) Great white shark



(B) Bull shark



(C) Zebra shark



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3rd IEO - SET A SECTION-III : Spoken and written expression CHOOSE THE BEST RESPONSE TO COMPLETE EACH CONVERSATION. Steve : I live in a big city. Jill

: ___________.

(A) I live near the park

(B)

(C) This place is crowded

(D) I also

So do I

41. Robin : Have they got a house in the city too? Sam : _______________________________

(A) Yes, they have.

(B) Yes, they do.



(C) Yes, have got.

(D) Yes, they do have.

42. Imran : Jay has already eaten two burgers, but he is still hungry. Sam : Ok, I will give him ___________ burger.

(A) some

(B) other



(C) another

(D) any

43. Clair : We both did an equal amount of work, but he was paid more money than I was. Bob : __________________________.

(A) That’s average

(B) That’s not enough



(C) That’s funfair

(D) That’s not fair

44. ‘My computer crashed and I lost all my photos.’

(A) ‘I don’t think I can replace any photos.’

(B) ‘I don’t think I can restore any photos.’



(C) ‘I don’t think I can recover any photos.’

(D) ‘I don’t think I can remake any photos.’

45. Ram : ‘You are ______________ hard today.’ Kumar : ‘Yes, I have an exam tomorrow.’

(A) studying

(B) staying



(C) to sleep

(D) sleeping

46. Sonia : ‘I can’t understand what you are saying.’

(A) ‘Could you speak slowlier please.’



(B) ‘Could you speak more slowly please.’



(C) ‘Could you speak down please.’



(D) ‘Could you speak low please.’

47. Vikram : ‘I was waiting for your call all day yesterday.’

Sonia : ‘Sorry, I had a bit of a problem _______________ through.’



(A) phoning

(B) passing



(C) calling

(D) getting

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48. What is the indirect speech of the sentence. Ali said, ‘I’m working on the science project’.

(A) Ali said that he will be working on the science project.



(B) Ali said that he is working on the science project.



(C) Ali said that he was working on the science project.



(D) Ali said that he had worked on the science project.

49. ‘You are probably sleepy, because you ____________________.’

(A) are yawning a lot

(B) went out for lunch



(C) ate too much chocolates

(D) watched a movie

50. ‘He is never late for school or tuition classes.’

(A) ‘He is very prompt.’

(B) ‘He is very timely.’



(C) ‘He is very regular.’

(D) ‘He is very punctual.’

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Class 6 3rd

Set B Year 2012

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3rd IEO - SET B SECTION-I : WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE

CHOOSE THE BEST WORD/PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. 1.

When you were a child, __________________ to England every year for your holidays?



(A) have you gone

(B) did you go



(C) are you going

(D) were you going

2.

I _____________ I ate all the chocolates mum, but I promise I will not eat any more today.



(A) admits

(B) was admitting



(C) am admitting

(D) admit

3.

Arjun __________________ me that you’re thinking of going to the beach.



(A) told

(B) said



(C) is telling

(D) is saying

4.

Vikas __________________ just now.



(A) has left

(B) leaves



(C) had left

(D) left

5.

When I saw the shoe in the shop window, I knew it was exactly what I ______________.



(A) have looked for

(B) looking for



(C) looked for

(D) had been looking for

6.

If Marla phones ________________ you know.



(A) I’m going to let

(B) let



(C) I’m letting

(D) letting

7.

___________________ my birthday party next Sunday. Can you come?



(A) I would’ve had

(B) I’m to have



(C) I’m having

(D) I’ll had

8.

Helen swam well and ____________ cross the river easily, even though it was raining heavily and the current was very strong.



(A) can able to

(B) can’t able to



(C) was able to

(D) is able to

9.

My family and I _______________ Srinagar four times during 2008-2010.



(A) visited

(B) used to visit



(C) would visit

(D) visit

10. The traffic light __________________ green and we drove off.

(A) got

(B) turned



(C) shifted

(D) switched

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3rd IEO - SET B 11. The children enjoyed ____________________ to the zoo by their teachers.

(A) taking

(B) taken



(C) by taking

(D) being taken

12. He felt the mosquito ___________________ him.

(A) bites

(B) bite



(C) bit

(D) bite to

13. He asked where he __________________ put the bag.

(A) shall

(B) have



(C) will

(D) should

14. Sona asked Robin’s advice ___________ which musical instrument she should learn at school.

(A) on

(B) on to



(C) on for

(D) to

15. Look at _________________ moon. It’s very bright tonight.

(A) a

(B) the



(C) clear

(D) full

16. ______________ is one of the many factors involved in having good crops.

(A) A climate

(B) Climates



(C) Climate

(D) Bad climate

17. ______________ her jewellery is missing from her hand bag.

(A) Any of

(B) Some



(C) Any

(D) Some of

18. It’s a national holiday today, so there isn’t _______________ traffic on the road.

(A) many

(B) much



(C) much of

(D) many of

19. My neighbour is one of the kindest people ______________ I know.

(A) whom

(B) who



(C) ----

(D) which

20. The organizers are confident that all the teams will behave _________at the tournament.

(A) itself

(B) them



(C) themselves

(D) their selves

21. Having some computer knowledge is ________________ essential these days.

(A) really

(B) nearly



(C) rarely

(D) greatly

22. Salma was busy ____________ her craftwork.

(A) to do

(B) that she was doing



(C) she is doing

(D) doing

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23. When Jack saw Julie ______________ the crowded room he got very excited.

(A) across

(B) over



(C) through

(D) along

24. ___________ oranges, I also enjoy eating apples and mangoes.

(A) Along

(B) Except for



(C) Besides

(D) Apart for

25. Louise ___________ on the table and called for everyone’s attention to announce the results.

(A) held

(B) placed



(C) put

(D) stood

26. There’s no satellite TV signal ___________________ there’s a heavy storm outside.

(A) so

(B) due to



(C) as a result

(D) because

27. Please turn up the volume of the TV it’s ____________________.

(A) unheard

(B) unbelievable



(C) inaudible

(D) impossible

28. I have 2 dogs, they are complete opposite in nature. One is tame and the other is ________.

(A) faithful

(B) domestic



(C) expert

(D) wild

29. My elder brother swims in the deep end of the pool whereas I swim in the ____________ end.

(A) low

(B) short



(C) shallow

(D) bottom

30. Our building’s watchman is an honest man ________________ I know.

(A) before

(B) as far as



(C) until

(D) unless

31. I usually go to the terrace to exercise _________________ the morning.

(A) in

(B) on



(C) by

(D) at

32. Tigers _______________ ever kill humans.

(A) mostly

(B) always



(C) usually

(D) hardly

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3rd IEO - SET B SECTION-II : READING READ THE PASSAGES AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS that FOLLOW.

Gurab’s visit to Jim Corbett National Park To see a tiger in the wild is an unforgettable experience. They can be put on top of the list of the ‘Wonders of the World’. We waited for the overnight train from Old Delhi station to Ram Nagar. From there it’s a rough road for three hours to the remote environmentally green Jungle camp on the banks of Kosi, in the buffer zone of the Jim Corbett National Park. This lies in the north of India, in the state of Uttarakhand. Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. The park is named after the hunter and conservationist Jim Corbett, who played a key role in its establishment. The park was established in 1936 and was originally known as Hailey National Park. We arrived thoroughly shaken and stirred by the bumpy ride in an open top jeep. The tented accommodation was clean and comfortable. A mosquito net covered the bamboo bed. There were no fans to cool us off or even any lamps. There was no provision for electricity. Only natural resources were used. One afternoon we rode Ganga the elephant for her daily bath. We rolled up our trousers and jumped into the water to give her a good scrub. Once Ganga had dried off in the sun and had given herself a thorough scratch with a branch, we rode her back. Late at night, snuggled up with my hot water bottle, listening to the sounds of the jungle, I knew that whether I got to see a tiger or not, it didn’t really matter. What mattered was to know that they were still out there in the wild. 33. How many days did Gurab stay in the Jungle camp?

(A) 2 days

(B) Overnight



(C) Three hours

(D) Don’t know

34. Hailey National Park is the ___________________________.

(A) new name for Jim Corbett National Park



(B) name of the establishment



(C) old name of Jim Corbett National Park



(D) name of the hunter

35. The camp uses only natural resources because _________________________.

(A) it’s an eco friendly camp



(B) it’s close to the river



(C) they have electricity but don’t want to use it



(D) they don’t have fans or lamps

36. Kosi is the name of the _________________________.

(A) elephant

(B) jungle camp



(C) conservationist

(D) river

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37. How many tigers did Gurab get to see?

(A) Don’t know

(B) 3



(C) None

(D) Many

Dogs are man’s best friends! Dog breeds are categorised into different groups, based on the purpose for which each dog is used. For hundreds of years dogs under the ‘hound’ group have assisted people in hunting for food and sport. They are tall and use their sharp eyesight to find prey and run it down to catch it. Some dogs under this group are known as ‘scent hounds’, as they have a keen sense of smell. Dogs under the ‘working’ dogs group are bred to help people in various things like protecting people, transporting goods, pulling carts, search and rescue operations, etc. These dogs are large and powerful. Some dogs are very small in size and these dogs are very good watch dogs and have inexpensive maintenance requirements. These are good as pets and come under the ‘toy’ group. Other types of small dogs which are very sturdy and can dig the ground when hunting for vermin come under the Terrier group. The word ‘terrier’ is derived from Latin word that means ‘earth’. Finally, dogs under the ‘herding’ group have assisted humans for hundreds of years in taking care of flocks and herds of animals. These dogs stalk, bark, push, nip at heels and help drive livestock into groups. 38. Some dogs come under the terrier group because _________________.

(A) the word ‘terrier’ is a Latin word that means ‘earth’



(B) they can dig the ground when hunting for vermin



(C) they are very small and good watch dogs



(D) they have expensive maintenance requirements

39. For many years herding dogs have helped people by _________________.

(A) being friendly



(B) barking loudly



(C) biting other animals



(D) controlling other animals

40. Are all types of dog used for search and rescue operations?

(A) No, only the large and powerful ones.



(B) No, only dogs in the Terrier group.



(C) Yes, only hound dogs because they have a keen sense of smell.



(D) Yes, especially the dogs that stalk, bark and push.

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3rd IEO - SET B SECTION-III : Spoken and written expression CHOOSE THE BEST RESPONSE TO COMPLETE EACH CONVERSATION.

Steve : I live in a big city. Jill

Example

: ___________.

(A) I live near the park

(B)

(C) This place is crowded

(D) I also

So do I

41. Paul : Was it a big palace?

Simon : Big? It was absolutely ____________________!



(A) charming

(B) gorgeous



(C) enormous

(D) spotless

42. Paul : Was the food in the hotel as bad as last year?

Simon : Bad? It was absolutely ___________________!



(A) immaculate

(B) freezing



(C) boiling

(D) disgusting

43. Mother : You’ve been studying for three hours now. Would you like to watch some TV?

Son : __________________________.



(A) ‘I wouldn’t mind’

(B) ‘I wouldn’t love to’



(C) ‘No, there wouldn’t be any problem’

(D) ‘No, that wouldn’t be silly’

44. Akbar : Do you like your new house?

Rohit : Not really. _______________________________.



(A) It’s much small for six people

(B) It’s smaller for six people



(C) It’s too small for six people

(D) It’s very loose for six people

45. Kish : Where did you find your dog?

Misty : Not far, ________________________________.



(A) he was wandering on the streets near our house



(B) he was wondering on the streets near our house



(C) he was wounded on the streets near our house



(D) he was wounding around on the streets near our house

46. Vikas

: What’s your new geography teacher like?



Sanjeev : Well, she’s _____________________ but I like her.



(A) a lot strict

(B) much strict



(C) most stricter

(D) rather strict

47. Rohit : Can I help you?

Amit : No thanks, I’ll manage to fix it myself.



Rohit : Are you ___________, I can’t help you?



(A) too sure

(B) rather sure



(C) quite sure

(D) so surely

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48. Man

: Inspector my car was stolen last night!



Inspector : _____________________ to lock it properly?



(A) Had you remember

(B) Did you remember



(C) Have you remembered

(D) Do you remember

49. Tourist 1 : Can you read this for me please? I don’t know German.

Tourist 2 : Sorry, I can’t. My German’s completely __________ too.



(A) helpful

(B) helping



(C) helpless

(D) helper

50. Denise : Wow! This city has completely changed.

Elief : Yes, a lot ________________ since you last came here.



(A) have happened

(B) has happened



(C) happened

(D) happens

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Class 6 4th

SET A Year 2013

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WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE FOR QUESTIONS 1 TO 3, MATCH THE WORDS IN EACH LINE WITH THE OPTION THAT CAN BE USED WITH ALL OF THEM. Example

furniture, cake, advice, news



A. B. C. D.

unit article  piece item



A. B. C. D.

in, on at, about of, in to, at

7. We were not bored because the plot of the film was _____________.

1.

problem, match, game, talk A. nervous B. serious C. bright D. heavy

2.

order, arrange, buy, provide A. a party B. a meal C. an address D. a deal

3.

detect, get rid of, give off, leave A. a problem B. an information C. a challenge D. a smell

FOR QUESTIONS 4 TO 18, CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION TO FILL THE BLANKS. 4.

6. They took charge ___________ building safeguards for women’s rights and succeeded __________ doing it.

To ‘learn the ropes’ means to _________. A. understand how to tie a knot B. find out how to do something C. create a pattern D. try a new method

5. I’m sorry I can’t stop to chat. I’m a little ________ time. A. pressed of B. short of C. without D. against



A. B. C. D.

slow-moving moving excruciating fast-paced

8. Reena was _____________ after the long walk.

A. B. C. D.

worn out passed out worn down battered

9. Rebels tried to _________ the government.

A. B. C. D.

overgo overhear overrule overthrow

10. He had _____________ plan to catch the thief.

A. B. C. D.

an emergency a daring a true a courage

11. The teacher announced that all students of class ‘Six C’ ______________ to assemble in the auditorium after class.

A. B. C. D.

are go should must

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12. My tennis lessons are important, but school work __________ always. A. come to a head B. comes first C. come ahead D. come and go 13. I’ve written __________ to the sports club for information on future tournaments. A. out B. off C. for D. up 14. He lives in a house with no electricity, no gas and no __________ water. A. running B. rain C. sparkling D. clear 15. __________ all going to see the match. A. Their B. They will



C. There will D. They’re

16. Please could you __________ your headset. We don’t want to listen to your music.

A. B. C. D.

pick up put on put in turn up

17. Trinay had __________ taller since her last visit.

A. B. C. D.

growing grow growed grown

18. In the evening you should practise what ________ during the day.

A. B. C. D.

you learned you are learnt you learning have you learnt

READING FOR QUESTIONS 19 TO 23, READ THE PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS. Sculpture warriors In 1974, farmers digging a well in Xian, China, found some pottery which led archaeologists to an underground palace for Emperor Shi Huang. It took about 7,20,000 workers at least 39 years to build the entire structure and many treasures were buried with the emperor. Thousands of terracotta soldiers have been standing guard for the past two thousand years to protect the burial site and these sculpture warriors are an amazing sight. These life-size pottery soldiers have hollow bodies and only the legs of the soldiers are solid pottery.

Each soldier weighs about 250 pounds and the warriors do not all look alike; they have different ears, noses, hairstyles, beards and moustaches. There are soldiers in different positions: standing, sitting and kneeling and soldiers who look proud, angry, kind and even timid. The designs and the colours of the clothing are different as well. Some warriors were sculpted wearing armour while others carry different weapons, such as metal spears, swords, or wooden weapons. The emperor wanted his grave to be guarded for all eternity by a replica of his own army. Over time, most of the colour has faded from the uniforms which may have been originally painted bright red or green.

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Other things found at the site included lifesize chariots and horses made of bronze. The horses have large nostrils and big eyes and look like they are waiting to go into battle! In reality, however, liquid mercury was used to keep away intruders. Many people think that Emperor Shi Huang’s tomb is the eighth wonder of the world. 19. How was the tomb of Emperor Shi Huang discovered?

A. Statues of horses were found near a well. B. Farmers were digging a well. C. Archaeologists found a map of its location. D. A chariot was found on a farm

20. Which of the following is not mentioned in the passage?

A. The terracotta soldiers weigh about 250 pounds. B. Qin Shi Huang was the first emperor of China. C. The tomb is the eighth wonder of the world. D. The soldiers have different facial features.

21. How old is the tomb of Shi Huang?

A. B. C. D.

About About About About

250 years old 39 years 1974 years old 2000 years old

22. What do archaeologists think were actually used to guard the burial site of Shi Huang?

A. B. C. D.

Molten mercury Soldiers with metal weapons Horses and chariots Sculptures of warriors

23.

The soldiers are made of _________ . A. bronze B. pottery C. steel D. cloth

FOR QUESTIONS 24 TO 28, READ THE PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS. The Statue of Liberty The Statue of Liberty that greets people at New York harbour was a gift of friendship from France to the United States of America and the official name for it is ‘Liberty Enlightening the World’. The statue stands 305 feet from the ground to the top of the torch and Lady Liberty, as the statue is often called, is made of copper. The idea to build it began in 1865 when Fredric Bartholdi, a French sculptor was asked to design a statue to celebrate the birth centenary of the United States in 1876. Bartholdi used a live model to create a small version of the statue which was then used as the design for the real statue. The pedestal for the statue was made by American workers. The statue cost both France and the United States a lot of money and there were many problems with funding and construction. A public lottery was held in France and in America, Joseph Pulitzer, the owner of a newspaper, urged people to donate generously though people who lived outside of New York thought that only New York should pay for it. Soon, however, money began pouring in. Bartholdi too had troubles of his own in creating the statue and he hired an engineer named Gustave Eiffel to help him with the statue’s steel skeleton. Later, Eiffel would go on to build the famous Eiffel Tower in Paris. All these setbacks caused delay and the statue was not completed until 1884.

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It was delivered in 1885 in 350 pieces and took American workers four months to put it together. The statue was dedicated in 1886 by President Grover Cleveland. Since then, the statue has had many repairs and improvements. In 1986, a layer of gold was added to the torch and visitors today can view Lady Liberty from the pedestal and they can even go into her crown or torch. The Statue of Liberty stands as a symbol of liberty and is a very special gift from Paris. 24. The word ‘pouring in’ in the passage means _________ . A. coming in slowly B. coming little-by-little C. coming in generous amounts D. coming steadily 25. Why was 1876 chosen as the year to design the statue? A. To allow enough time for shipping her to the United States.



B. To celebrate the United States becoming 100 years old. C. To give France time to raise money. D. To wait till the Eiffel tower was built.

26. Which of the following was a problem during the statue’s creation? A. Politics between France and the United States B. The War for Independence C. A copper shortage D. Lack of money 27. Who urged wealthy Americans for not giving money? A. President Cleveland B. Gustave Eiffel C. Joseph Pulitzer D. Fredric Bartholdi 28. I n w h a t y e a r w a s t h e s t a t u e f i n a l l y dedicated? A. 1884 B. 1886 C. 1888 D. 1986

Spoken and written expression F O R Q U E S T I O N S 2 9 TO 3 6 , C H O O S E THE BEST REPLY TO COMPLETE EACH CONVERSATION.



Example Steve : I live in a big city. Jill : _________.



A. B. C. D.

I live near the park This place is crowded So do I I also

29. John : Look out or you will hit your head!

Nita : ___________ A. Thanks, that was just in time! B. Close call.



C. Did you hear that? D. What happened?

30. Seema : Can you help me carry this upstairs?

Nithin : ___________ A. Which floor? B. Later. C. Sure. Give it. D. Sure, let me give you a hand.

31. Ismat : Is it still raining?

Ranjit : ___________ A. Where’s the umbrella? B. It was at lunchtime. C. I love getting wet! D. Yes. It’s pouring outside.

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32. Mehdi : Shaun always throws his weight around and bullies others.

FOR QUESTIONS 37 TO 45, CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION TO FILL THE BLANKS.

Karina : Don’t pay attention to him. He’s

LOST LUGGAGE

just a ___________ .

A. big fish in a small lake



B. big fish in a wide sea



C. big fish in a small pond



D. big fish in the wider ocean

At airports, when passengers get off the plane they (e.g) ____(C)____ their way to the baggage reclaim area to locate their luggage. After some time if there is no ____(37)____ of their bags they begin to consider the possibility that their luggage has gone ____(38)____. What should they do?

33. Teacher : You should work harder!

Student : ___________



A. Why? Is there a test tomorrow?



B. I do work.



C. There’s no time to waste.



D. I’ll start today.

First, they should not panic. The most likely ____(39)____ is that the bags didn’t make it on to the flight, perhaps because they were mislaid at the departure airport, or perhaps because the aircraft had already ____(40)____ its weight allowance. If the luggage ____(41)____ to appear, the loss must be reported immediately.

34. Bus conductor : Is there anyone for Gandhi Nagar?

Passenger : ___________ .



A. My uncle lives here



B. The houses are beautiful



C. The next stop is Nehru road



D. I’m getting off

____(42)____luggage should be no problem, provided the baggage slips are ____(43)____ .

35. Teacher : Justin, why are you coughing so

A form, which describes the checked baggage and its ____(44)____ should then be ____(45)____ . Most bags turn up within a day or two.

much?

Justin : ___________ .



A. Please ma’am, I’m sick



B. I’m feeling low



C. Sorry for that



D. Excuse me, I have a bad throat

36. Rita : I think that this is a boring book.

Mita : ___________



A. Don’t say such things. It’s great.



B. Actually, I found it quite interesting.



C. What’s wrong with you?



D. Do you like films?

Example A. go

B. get

C.

make

D. walk

A. B. C. D.

indication sign natice mark

37.

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38. 39. 40. 41.

42. A. B. C. D.



lost missing absent misplaced

A. B. C. D.

Retracing Retaining Recovering Reinstating

A. B. C. D.

retained fined filed returned

A. B. C. D.

contents inside filling packing

A. B. C. D.

created completed fulfilled replaced

43. A. B. C. D.



example understanding clarification explanation



44. A. B. C. D.



surpassed overtaken exceeded outdone

45. A. B. C. D.



lacks omits avoids fails

ACHIEVERS SECTION FOR QUESTIONS 46 TO 49, CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION TO FILL THE BLANKS. 46. This highly talented artist has an eye for ________.

A. B. C. D.

music details figures languages

47. The competition will be at 2 p.m. We should ________ our lunch by then.

A. B. C. D.

be finished have to finish have finished have been finishing

48. The decision to introduce music classes after school __________ criticism from many parents.



A. B. C. D.

came in greeted drew developed

49. The training is __________ to start next month, but there might be a delay.

A. B. C. D.

due bound willing expecting

50. Choose the best reply to complete each conversation.

Bulbul : What shall we order? Twinkle : ________________ A. We’ll have a great time! B. Anything is fine with me. C. We had sandwiches yesterday. D. Whatever, I don’t care.

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WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE FOR QUESTIONS 1 TO 19, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD OR PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. Example

1.

When you were a child, __________ to England every year for your holidays? A. have you gone B. are you going C. did you go D. was you going When _______ Delhi? A. had you reach B. you will be reaching C. was you reached D. will you reach



C. stay D. make

6. ____________ the fact that we played well, we couldn’t beat the Vidya Vihar team.

A. B. C. D.

Despite of Beside Besides In spite of

7. Monisha’s team was defeated in the first round of the hockey___________ .

A. B. C. D.

play game sport tournament

8. The birds __________ on the treetops.

2. I’m sorry but the actor is ___________ a meeting. A. for B. on C. in D. to 3. They __________ how to use the new machine. A. tried B. demonstrated C. told D. began 4. I went to Bangalore ____________ visit the museum. A. in order to B. to pay a C. go to D. so that 5. He doesn’t __________ over at the weekend. He prefers to go home. A. work B. play



A. B. C. D.

screeched shouted scolded shooed

9. This is a free library. You _______________ pay for membership.

A. B. C. D.

mustn’t don’t have to don’t try to need not to

10. __________ you need to get up early, you should sleep now.

A. B. C. D.

Since Seeing Because of Although

11. I ___________ to take a decision without thinking carefully about all aspects.

A. B. C. D.

remember refuse reserve resist

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12. Meera ____________ the watch for four years.

A. B. C. D.

has has had is having has been having

13. Do you think you ____________ study abroad in the future?

A. B. C. D.

’ll have ’ll ’ll be ’ll had

14. Did they have ______________ patterns?

A. B. C. D.

much few any little

15. Trinay ____________ to drop Taran off at school.

A. B. C. D.

invited offered insisted allowed

16. Amrita ____________ going to the park as it was raining. A. put over B. put off C. put through D. put across 17. A place where people wait before they get on a plane is called a ___________ . A. station B. hold C. terminal D. platform 18. He likes to ___________ the supermarket every morning. A. go shopping B. go to C. go for D. walk 19. I find it __________ to answer the questions in examinations. A. basic B. difficult C. light D. intense

READING FOR QUESTIONS 20 TO 24, READ THE LETTER AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. FLIGHT OF THE SOLAR DUCKS By Charles Morgan The Gunge Hole, that’s what Dad had named it a long time ago. Aracuria looked around. As far as the eye could see there was rubbish; discarded tin cans, fridges, aerosols, clothes, cardboard boxes, old TVs broken stereos, rolls of waste tubes and, here and there, chemical bins. The air was filled with flying bin-liners carried on the wind. Aracuria knew that things hadn’t always been like this, but it was very difficult to find out the truth about the past.

Dad had always said that when he was a kid things had been worse, but mum said that they were better. In the South, all the land was covered in rubbish, but in the North there was no rubbish at all. In the South everyone worked at recycling waste, but in the North people worked in offices or in fields, or just spent their time walking on the beaches. In the South everyone ate the yellow stuff so that they could not smell the rubbish while in the North they had egg and chips or beef-burgers and cream cakes. In the South people lived in chemical bins, but in the North they lived in houses made of stone or wood. And no one knew why.

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WIND IN THE WILLOWS By Kenneth Grahame ‘He must be a very nice animal’, observed the Mole, as he got into the boat and took the sculls, while the Rat settled himself comfortably in the stern. ‘He is indeed the best of animals’ replied Rat. ‘So simple, so good-natured, and so affectionate. Perhaps he’s not very clever - we can’t all be geniuses; and it may be that he is both boastful and conceited. But he has got some great qualities, has Toady.’ Rounding a bend in the river, they came in sight of a handsome, dignified old house of mellowed red brick, with well-kept lawns reaching down to the water’s edge. ‘There’s Toad Hall’, said Rat; ‘and that creek on the left, where the notice board says, ‘Private. No landing allowed’, leads to his boat-house, where we’ll leave the boat. The stables are over there to the right. That’s the banqueting-hall you’re looking at now - very old, that is. Toad is rather rich, you know, and this is really one of the nicest houses in these parts, though we never admit as much to Toad.’ They glided up the creek, and Mole slipped his sculls as they passed into the shadow of a large boat- house. Here they saw many handsome boats, slung from the cross-beams or hauled up on a slip, but none in the water; and the place had an unused and a deserted air. The Rat looked around him. ‘I understand’, said he, ‘boating is played out. He’s tired of it, and done with it. I wonder what new fad he has taken up now?’

High in the air Aracuria could see one of the giant refuse transport planes which flew over every five minutes, day and night, depositing their cargo of rubbish. The really odd thing was that all the rubbish was made by the North and dumped in the South. The South didn’t dump rubbish in the North. 20. Aracuria found it difficult to know about the past because __________.

A. her father wouldn’t tell her about it B. her parents fought about it C. her mother and father said different things D. her parents didn’t remember

21. The yellow stuff __________.

A. B. C. D.

helped you grow hair made the rubbish smell pleasant prevented you smelling the rubbish improved your sight

22. The phrase ‘carried on the wind’ means __________.

A. B. C. D.

flourish recycled blown out discarded

23. This story could be described as ______.

A. B. C. D.

a scientific fact a historical novel science fiction or fantasy a thriller

24. Which part of the country had no rubbish?

A. B. C. D.

The South Aracuria The Gunge Hole The North

FOR QUESTIONS 25 TO 29, READ THE LETTER AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW.

25.

Which word best describes Toad? A. A genius B. Wealthy C. Modest D. Mellow

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26.

In line 3, the ‘sculls’ are referred to _____. A. bones B. the motor C. seats D. oars

28.

In line 15, the ‘creek’ is referred to _____. A. groaning sound B. narrow inlet of water C. boat-house D. notice board

27. Rat says Toad Hall is very nice but he __________. A. wouldn’t want to live there B. isn’t rich enough to afford it C. wouldn’t let Toad know that D. admits the banqueting hall is old

29.

Toad ___________ boating. A. enjoyed B. did C. never liked D. used to enjoy

Spoken and written expression F O R Q U E S T I O N S 3 0 TO 3 6 , C H O O S E THE BEST REPLY TO COMPLETE EACH CONVERSATION.



Example Steve : I live in a big city. Jill : _________.



A. B. C. D.

I live near the park This place is crowded So do I I also



Friend : ______________. A. I’ll call you back B. Tell him to go C. Don’t worry about it D. I told you so

34. Gita : Hi, are Lata and Shamu there?

31.



32. Angela : I am crazy about all kinds of pop music. Robert : I am also mad ______________.

about them at them on them after them

33. Manoj : Sorry I’m late.

30. Robert : I am really keen on jogging. Preetha : Really? I am not so _____________ it. We could go skating. A. fond of B. happy of C. fond off D. linking Parvathi : That dress is gorgeous! Lakshmi : _______________! A. It’s mine B. Thank you C. It’s green D. Don’t say that

A. B. C. D.

Dad : _____________. A. They’re upstairs B. They’re there C. They’re here D. They’re out

35. Bob : I like to do the Sunday Mail crossword puzzle, it’s quite difficult. Tim : Oh! I disagree. It’s as easy as _____. A. rolling down a hill B. falling off a log C. falling off a stair D. rolling a tyre

36. Richard : I enjoy the jam sandwiches at the canteen.

Peter : Really? Not _______________.

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A. B. C. D.

ghastly gruesome delicious scrumptious

FOR QUESTIONS 37 to 45, FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH THE BEST OPTION. THE READY MEAL In recent years, readymade meal including instant noodles and pizza have (e.g.) __(D)___ India’s eating _____(37)____. Indians now spend four times as _____ (38)____ as before on ready made meals. Demand for instant meals has increased across the country as a _____(39)____, but why has India become one of the _____(40)____ of readymade food, second only in the world to America? Convenience is _____(41)____ of the attraction. A recent survey _____(42)____ that 77 per cent of the purchasers said they only bought readymade meals when they did not have time to cook. People in India today work ____(43)_____ hours and do not have time to cook. The readymade meal boom also reflects changing social _____(44)____ in the country. More people live alone and so are less likely to be _____(45)____ to cook. And with families eating together less often, readymade meals allow people to eat what they want when they want. 37.

A. B. C. D.

A. B. C. D.

Example amended adjusted transferred transformed

ways forms habits terms

38.

A. B. C. D.

equal same much more

39.

A. B. C. D.

conclusion total sum whole

40.

A. B. C. D.

kings chiefs captains capitals

41.

A. B. C. D.

element piece part share

42.

A. B. C. D.

found made put gave

43.

A. B. C. D.

hard long wide large

44.

A. B. C. D.

trends flows drifts movements

45.

A. B. C. D.

tired bothered worried disturbed

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ACHIEVERS SECTION FOR QUESTIONS 46 to 48, CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION. 46. We met in the auditorium to ___________ music. A. practice B. polish C. provide D. practise 47.

We A. B. C. D.

must consider what funds are ______ . available annual additive approachable

48. She had to write a brief _____________ of the speech in her report. A. precise B. précis C. precision D. précising

For questions 49 and 50, choose the best reply to complete each conversation. 49. Yasmin : What time shall we meet?

Noori : _______________. A. It starts at seven B. Try and be on time C. At the gate D. At six thirty

50. Sam : Did John finish his homework assignment?

Tim : He realised he had chosen the wrong topic. So, he _____________.



A. B. C. D.

chucked it cancelled it started afresh didn’t follow rules

vvv

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Set A Year 2014

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WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE FOR QUESTIONS 1 TO 8, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD/PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. Example

_________ of the guests knew the real reason.



A. B. C. D.

None Much Large quantity Not any

1. More and more students want to study _________ in order to experience a different culture.

A. B. C. D.

overseas university higher education migrate

A. B. C. D.

has has has has

been they been he been I been

3. What is a policeman’s job?

A. B. C. D.

To To To To



A. B. C. D.

few less lots fewer

6. She has a fantastic memory. She can remember _________ that she hears and sees.

A. B. C. D.

everything something nothing none of the above

7. The teacher has _________ knowledge from the many books she reads.

2. How long _________ out of town?

5. We have _________ of eggs in the refrigerator so baking a large cake is possible.

A. B. C. D.

too much much many too many

8. A dinner meeting with the President is _________ for him.

A. B. C. D.

all all all all

in in in in

a day’s work a days’ work day work a day work

FOR QUESTIONS 9 TO 11, HOW MANY WORDS ARE WRONGLY SPELT IN THE SENTENCES GIVEN BELOW?

comfort enforce law prescribe jail people

Example

4. I’m a medical student and will _________ in January and can start practising.



The young boy spoted the hipopotamus behind the trees.





A. B. C. D.

A. B. C. D.

qualify accomplish work achieve

1 2 3 4

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She A. B. C. D.

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loves to go to museums. 1 2 3 None of the above.

10. Growing a bussiness inwolves a lot of hard vork. A. 3 B. 2 C. 1 D. None of the above. 11. This is a new coarse to prepare stewdents for the exams. A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. None of the above. FOR QUESTIONS 12 TO 29, CHOOSE THE B E S T A N S W E R TO C O M P L E T E E A C H SENTENCE FROM THE OPTIONS GIVEN. Example

While she was cooking, the phone _________.



A. B. C. D.

is ringing had been ringing rings rang

12. We are all very _________ about the big event planned at our university. A. united B. joyous C. celebratory D. excited 13. The sound of elephants _________ far away in the forest was heard the whole night long. A. howling B. neighing C. trumpeting D. screaming

14. She’s never learned a foreign language. This course is going to be a _________. A. cake-walk B. challenge C. deal D. calculation 15. My job is very _________, so I escape to the countryside to get away from it all. A. stressful B. insignificant C. relaxing D. underline 16. Journalists often _________ on subjects which are of interest to most people. A. construct B. report C. create D. invent 17. Can children _________ themselves as clearly as adults? A. express B. communicate C. approach D. converse 18. He was advised by a consultant on how to be _________ at the interview. A. victory B. winning C. successful D. get passed 19. When I went to the supermarket, I ended up _________ what I did not intend to. A. bought B. buying C. to buy D. buy 20. I’m going to the market as we don’t have _________ bread at home. A. some B. any C. a D. none of the above

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21. I wonder what can be done to save the _________ species.





26. She has several toys _________ work on solar batteries. A. with which B. which has C. which D. have to

A. B. C. D.

endangered danger dangerous almost engendered

22. She absolutely _________ her granddaughter.

A. B. C. D.

endear adores crazy about fond of

27. S h e h a s s o m u c h t o d o t h a t s h e i s hardly _________ with any time in the morning. A. left B. will leave C. had left D. leaving

23. If I were him, I’d _________ the police.

A. B. C. D.

tell would tell told have tell

24. _________ she studied hard, she was unable to get a good grade.

A. B. C. D.

All though Although Even Even so

25. I can write really fast however, my brother _________.

C. will not D. won’t

A. can’t B. couldn’t

28. The school captain is supposed to be the _________ athlete amongst all the students. A. good B. most best C. better D. best 29. If you were to write a story, what _________ you write? A. will B. should C. may D. would

READING FOR QUESTIONS 30 TO 33, READ THE PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. Childhood Most people believe that the best time of one’s life is childhood. There are a few responsibilities and no bills to worry about. A child does not have to worry about getting a job, making a successful career or doing the household chores.

This enables a child to have lots of free time that they can devote to play, which can build up their creativity. This can give children a life that is filled with excitement and new happenings. Having said this, there are times when children might find it difficult to buy all the things they want with the insufficient pocket money they get. Adults surely have less restrictions in a few things, when compared to a child.

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30. According to the passage, a child does not have to worry about doing the _________.

A. B. C. D.

It can be played on any kind of playground or wasteland. Also, it requires no special equipment except for a football, of course!

household chores homework laundry accounts

In fact, the game of football has changed the way people spend their leisure time. Every game played is covered by the media extensively. More and more countries have begun to invest large sums of money in the game as the returns on investment are fantastic. Consequently, footballers are paid unbelievable sums of money to represent their countries.

31. Adults have less _________.

A. B. C. D.

independence bills restrictions restricted behaviour

32. Why should children devote time to play? Devoting time to play helps the children _________.

A. B. C. D.

to be mentally alert to be creative to be fit socialize

34. What do people like most about the game of football?

33. Which word in the second paragraph means ‘enthusiasm and pleasure’?

A. B. C. D.

Creativity Insufficient Restriction Excitement



A. B. C. D.

It It It It

is easy to understand. only needs a football. can even be played on wasteland. can make you rich.

35. What is the meaning of “to have a passion for the game”?

FOR QUESTIONS 34 TO 37, READ THE PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. Football The game of football is loved by people of all ages and all over the world. You might not find a single nation on the globe that does not have a passion for the game. On inquiry, people have stated that they have plenty of reasons to love the game, however, the topmost one is that it is simple to follow. Another factor in its favor is that you don’t need to be young and rich to be able to afford to play this game.



A. B. C. D.

A robust sense of tiredness A durable emotion A sturdiness and resilience A strong feeling of enthusiasm

36. What does the word ‘unbelievable’ refer to?

A. B. C. D.

Sums of money Mathematical sums Summary of things Summarising

37. Football has changed the way people _______.

A. B. C. D.

are passionate play games use their leisure time socialize with one another

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Spoken and written expression FOR QUESTIONS 38 TO 45, CHOOSE THE BEST RESPONSE TO COMPLETE EACH CONVERSATION. Example

Stephen: ‘Good morning. How can I help you?’ Jill: ‘_________.’ A. I live near the park

B. I’d like to find out more about your weekend getaways

C. This place suffocates me D. I also think the same

38. Amanda: ‘We don’t have any milk in the refrigerator.’

Sam: ‘Don’t worry. We have _________ milk powder in the cabinet.’



A. B. C. D.

other another enough some



Robert: ‘It’s not easy to _________ children these days.’



A. B. C. D.

on to about up



Sonia: ‘ _________’



A. B. C. D.

Oh! My goodness! I’m so sorry to hear that. So did mine. I’m afraid it was unfortunate.

43. Peter said, “I’m going for a movie this weekend.”



Bob: ‘_________.’ A. That’s so very partial B. That’s not enough C. That’s good enough D. That’s not fair

bring bring bring bring

42. Vanessa: ‘My father passed away when I was six.’



39. Catherine: ‘She does not spend enough time on doing homework and yet she expects to get good grades.’

41. Catherine: ‘I’ve been having a difficult time with my children.’



A. Peter said that he would want to go for a movie this weekend. B. Peter said that perhaps he might go for a movie this weekend. C. Peter said that he was going for a movie that weekend. D. Peter said that he must go for a movie this weekend.

44. ‘You are probably late to school, because you _________’.

A. B. C. D.

missed the school bus have been missing the bus ought to miss the school bus had missed the school bus

40. ‘Do you think we will be able to complete the presentation in time?’

45. ‘He offered to lend her some money to pay her school fees.’





A. B. C. D.

‘I ‘I ‘I ‘I

do so think.’ don’t think so.’ don’t so think.’ don’t think absolutely.’

A. B. C. D.

‘He ‘He ‘He ‘He

is is is is

very very very very

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ACHIEVERS SECTION FOR QUESTIONS 46 TO 48, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD/PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE.



46. Her grades are a great cause for _________ to her teachers.

FOR QUESTIONS 49 AND 50, CHOOSE THE BEST RESPONSE TO COMPLETE EACH CONVERSATION.



A. B. C. D.

trouble concern problem reason

47. Ram and his sister _________ like a house on fire. They have so much in common.

A. B. C. D.

go on get up get by get along

48. What does ‘beat around the bush’ mean?

A. To be to the point.

49.

B. To be specific. C. To be confusing and vague. D. To avoid talking.

Robin: ‘Have they finished their homework?’ Sam: ‘_________.’ A. Yes, they have B. Yes, they do C. Yes, have got D. Yes, they do have

50. Sonia: ‘I can’t understand why people _________ to speak English.’ A. look ahead B. tried C. feel D. aren’t able

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Set B Year 2014

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WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE FOR QUESTIONS 1 TO 8, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD/PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. Example

A. me

6. They like to do everything all by



B. I C. ourselves D. himself



A. B. C. D.

A. B. C. D.

umbrella

an a the off of sheep

swarm bunch flock school

A. B. C. D.

sometimes always never rarely

A. B. C. D.

had left have left left leaves

A. B. C. D.

.

themselves myself their own alone

7. Romeo and his brother read Bible every single day.

A. B. C. D.

a an the of

, if you sold this phone and 8. You bought a new one.

A. B. C. D.

would be better off should be good will be better off should be better off

FOR QUESTIONS 9 TO 11, HOW MANY WORDS ARE WRONGLY SPELT IN THE SENTENCES GIVEN BELOW? Example

4. By the time we arrived at the station, the . train

use to getting used to used to to use to



wakes up at 6 in the morning 3. She and now it has become a habit.

A. B. C. D.

Do you want to come with to the airport?

2. When did you buy this for your farm?





1. I recommend you take or a jacket. It might rain.

5. We go by the cycle to school but now we go by the school bus.



She ocasionally works out at the gymnasuim over the weekend.



A. B. C. D.

0 1 2 3

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9. The team members of the band decided to break up.

13. The sound of the drums in the forest was quite scary.





A. B. C. D.

1 2 3 None of the above.

10. Faillure or succes does not make a diference to him.

A. B. C. D.

3 2 1 None of the above.

11. Ther mother was furious, when she found out that they had missed the school bus once again.

A. B. C. D.

1 2 3 None of the above.

A. B. C. D.

far away

howling running beating screaming

14. She’s just back from a holiday. She has a glow on her face. relaxed,

A. B. C. D.

fair radiant bright dull

by the way, the child 15. She was behaved in the absence of his parents.

A. B. C. D.

bewildered understandable informed questioned

16. The farmer looked sadly at the vast land that he owned.

FOR QUESTIONS 12 TO 29, CHOOSE THE B E S T A N S W E R TO C O M P L E T E E A C H SENTENCE FROM THE OPTIONS GIVEN. Example

She did not buy the pearl as it was .



A. not shiny



B. dull C. lacklustre D. all of the above



A. B. C. D.

huge barren expanse fertile

17. Kathy now knew all about after she had sowed the seeds and seen them grow into plants.

A. B. C. D.

germination communication examination consumption

12. The stand-up comedian was and had the crowd laughing all throughout.

18. The principal was upset, when he saw the in for the assembly, one children by one.





A. B. C. D.

happy cunning laugh riot very funny

A. B. C. D.

jump run ran pass

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19. Reema and Ram

to watch the

latest news on television.

A. loves



B. love



C. loving



D. to love to



B. truth



C. reality



D. myth

and



B. dangerous



C. agitated



D. excited

circumstances.



B. appearance



C. appears



D. appearing

A. can’t



B. couldn’t



C. will not



D. won’t hour



A. the



B. a



C. an



D. about are attending the

training workshop next week.

for the exam next

year. A. appear



27. Emily and

22. She is keen on

.

ago.

under carefully A. controlled

D. although

26. She met her Maths teacher

21. The tests were carried out by the scientists



fast, however, my sister

facts. A. non-fiction

C. even

25. When I was a child I could ride a cycle really

20. Epics are made up of





A. I



B. me



C. myself



D. sister

28. A s s o o n a s s h e s a i d s h e w a s a f r a i d the spider, one crawled down the wall.

23. If you get good grades, I you the watch you want.

buy



A. to



B. off



C. about D. of



A. will



B. would





C. could



D. can

29. If you freeze water in this tray, you get decorative ice-cubes.

24. I came to the office in time



A. will

forgot to sign the register.



B. should



A. and



C. may



B. but



D. would

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READING FOR questions 30 TO 33, READ THE PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS that FOLLOW. Nicaragua : An Island If you love seafood, swinging on a hammock as you read a book and the slow pace of life, then you must visit this small island, called Nicaragua. The seafood here is the freshest, you could ever get. For people looking for spectacular beach views and inspiring landscapes, this is the place to come to. Travelers have said that this is the most blissful place they have ever visited. There is no particular timing to visit this island as throughout the year it has a wonderful climate. It is never too hot or cold. However, it is hit by sudden storms a few times in a year, so it is wise to carry an umbrella with you. Most hotels have umbrellas that can be borrowed. If you are tired of the familiar tourist destinations, then this island is where you must bring yourself to. It offers a fantastic family holiday with so many things to do. Moreover, it has plenty of outdoor stuff such as paragliding, surfing and deep sea-diving, which children and adults will love. 30. What does ‘spectacular’ mean?

A. B. C. D.

Remarkable Mighty Enormous Gigantic

31. It is recommended that you carry an umbrella with you. The reason being

A. B. C. D.

it is hot it can get really sunny it has sudden storms the weather is unpredictable

32. Why is this island considered to be a fantastic holiday destination?

A. B. C. D.

It is bright and sunny all through the year. It offers lots of things to do for people of all ages. The local food is fantastic. You will get an opportunity to swing on a hammock.

33. Which word does ‘inspiring’ refer to in the passage?

A. B. C. D.

Beaches Hammock Island Landscapes

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FOR QUESTIONS 34 TO 37, READ THE PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS that FOLLOW. The Statue in Town Square The statue in town square is symbolic of the times, when people had to wage a war against enmity, and restore peace in their nation. In fact, it was officially called ‘The Statue of Peace and Friendship.’ However, down the years, it began to be referred to as ‘The Statue in Town Square’ as that is where, it is to be found. Every local or tourist needs to pass through town square, and this is when this enormous, and yet so graceful structure, comes to their notice. The statue is made of the purest of marble to be found, in this part of the world. It took artisans, years and years, to be able to chisel out, the most intricate of details on this statue. Although, the statue in town square cost a lot of money, it is worth every dime. The reason being, it attracts hordes of tourists to it, and therefore, ends up earning a lot of revenue for this town.

34. What is the statue in town square symbolic of ?

A. B. C. D.

The The The The

war against enmity. war against friendship. money that the town had to spend. artisans of the town.

35. What is the meaning of ‘chiseled’ from the context of the given passage?

A. B. C. D.

To create a replica. A wonderful artisan. To carve and mould. To create a statue.

36. Why was the statue referred to as ‘The Statue in Town Square’?

A. B. C. D.

The The The The

statue statue statue statue

was located there. was named so. symbolized friendship. was square in shape.

37. The statue is made of

.

A. the best marble in the country B. the purest of all stones C. the best marble found in this part of the world D. better marble than found anywhere else

Spoken and written expression FOR QUESTIONS 38 TO 45, CHOOSE THE BEST RESPONSE TO COMPLETE EACH CONVERSATION. Example

Stephen: ‘I’m leaving for New York tomorrow. Let’s keep in touch.’



Jack: ‘



A. Why not?



B. Don’t forget to drop me a line.



C. Change is good for you. D. I’m so glad you are going.

’

38. Rob: ‘Have you ever eaten something unusual?’ Bob: ‘Yes, .’ A. I have B. They have C. I got D. I do have 39. Ram: ‘You have not been eating well for a while now.’ Kumar: ‘Yes, I have .’ A. lost an appetite B. lost my appetite C. been losing my appetite D. losing appetite

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40. Kavya: ‘Do you think you have enough money to go shopping?’ Anjali: ‘ .’ A. I spent too much last year B. I’m just going window-shopping C. I don’t think so D. I’ve already bought some things 41. Sonia: ‘What do you do for a living, Amy?’ .’ Amy: ‘ A. I am a police B. I am police C. I police officer D. I’m a police officer 42.

Wendy: ‘My brother lives in Melbourne.’ ’ Robert: ‘ A. Oh! My goodness! Not Melbourne! B. Oh really! Which part of Melbourne? C. So did mine until a few years ago! D. I’m afraid it’s not a good place for students.

43. Peter: ‘What is Mr. Watson doing right now?’

John: ‘



A. B. C. D.

He He He He

.’ reads a book had read a book at the moment is reading a book at the moment read this book last month a job application.

44. I’m filling

A. B. C. D.

off away up to

45. Sachin: ‘How is your day going?’

Amit: ‘



A. Fine!. I’m already stressed out!



B. What are you doing? C. It’s a busy day. D. I’m playing tennis tomorrow.

’

ACHIEVERS SECTION FOR QUESTIONS 46 TO 48, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD/PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. 46.

What does ‘fast as lightning’ mean? A. To be witty. B. To be specific. C. To be swift. D. To be dangerous.

47. The teachers in this school are towards her, and they understand her very well. A. trouble B. sympathetic C. problematic D. reasonable 48. She has been studying English 2011. A. in B. since



C. for D. to

FOR QUESTIONS 49 AND 50, CHOOSE THE BEST RESPONSE TO COMPLETE EACH CONVERSATION. 49.

Amanda: ‘How often do you eat out?’ every day.’ Sam: ‘Well, I eat out A. sometimes B. occasionally C. never D. almost

50. Ramon: ‘Hi Kenny, I’d like you to meet my friend Jack.’ .’ Kenny: ‘ A. I know another Jack too B. Nice to meet you, Jack C. Jack is a very common name D. Myself Kenny

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ANSWER KEYS 1ST  IEO  1.  (C)  11.  (C)  21.  (B) 

2.  (A)  12.  (B)  22.  (C) 

3.  (C)  13.  (A)  23.  (B) 

4.  (C)  14.  (B)  24.  (C) 

5.  (B)  15.  (C)  25.  (A) 

6.  (C)  16.  (A)  26.  (C) 

7.  (A)  17.  (B)  27.  (A) 

8.  (A)  18.  (B)  28.  (B) 

9.  (B)  19.  (A)  29.  (C) 

10.  (B)  20.  (A)  30.  (A) 

31.  (B) 

32.  (C) 

33.  (A) 

34.  (B) 

35.  (C) 

36.  (A) 

37.  (B) 

38.  (A) 

39.  (B) 

40.  (B) 

7.  (C)  17.  (B)  27.  (D)  37.  (B)  47.  (C) 

8.  (B)  18.  (C)  28.  (D)  38.  (A)  48.  (A) 

9.  19.  29.  39.  49. 

(D)  (A)  (C)  (A)  (A) 

10.  20.  30.  40.  50. 

(C)  (B)  (D)  (A)  (A) 

7. 17. 27. 37. 47.

8. 18. 28. 38. 48.

(B)  (D)  (C)  (D)  (C) 

9. 19. 29. 39. 49.

(C)  (A)  (B)  (B)  (A) 

10. 20. 30. 40. 50.

(A)  (C)  (D)  (A)  (D) 

7.  (C)  17.  (D)  27.  (C)  37.  (A)  47.  (C) 

8.  (C)  18.  (B)  28.  (D)  38.  (B)  48.  (B) 

9.  19.  29.  39.  49. 

(A)  (C)  (C)  (D)  (C) 

10.  20.  30.  40.  50. 

(B)  (C)  (B)  (A)  (B) 

7.  (D)  17.  (D)  27.  (C)  37.  (B)  47.  (C) 

8.  (A)  18.  (A)  28.  (B)  38.  (B)  48.  (C) 

9.  19.  29.  39.  49. 

(D)  (B)  (A)  (D)  (A) 

10.  20.  30.  40.  50. 

(B)  (B)  (D)  (C)  (B) 

7.  (D)  17.  (C)  27.  (C)  37.  (C)  47.  (A) 

8.  (A)  18.  (B)  28.  (B)  38.  (C)  48.  (B) 

9.  19.  29.  39.  49. 

(B)  (B)  (D)  (D)  (D) 

10.  20.  30.  40.  50. 

(A)  (C)  (A)  (D)  (C)

2ND  IEO  1.  (B)  11.  (B)  21.  (D)  31.  (C)  41.  (A) 

2.  (C)  12.  (B)  22.  (B)  32.  (B)  42.  (A) 

3.  (B)  13.  (D)  23.  (C)  33.  (D)  43.  (B) 

4.  (B)  14.  (B)  24.  (D)  34.  (C)  44.  (D) 

5.  (A)  15.  (B)  25.  (B)  35.  (B)  45.  (C) 

6.  (D)  16.  (D)  26.  (B)  36.  (D)  46.  (C) 

3RD  IEO  1. 11. 21. 31. 41.

(C)  (C)  (B)  (B)  (A) 

1.  (B)  11.  (D)  21.  (A)  31.  (A)  41.  (C) 

2. 12. 22. 32. 42.

(D)  (B)  (C)  (B)  (C) 

2.  (D)  12.  (B)  22.  (D)  32.  (D)  42.  (D) 

3. 13. 23. 33. 43.

(B)  (A)  (D)  (B)  (D) 

3.  (A)  13.  (D)  23.  (A)  33.  (D)  43.  (A) 

4. 14. 24. 34. 44.

(C)  (D)  (B)  (C)  (C) 

4.  (D)  14.  (A)  24.  (C)  34.  (C)  44.  (C) 

5. 15. 25. 35. 45.

SET A  (A)  6. (C)  16. (A)  26. (A)  36. (A)  46.

(B)  (B)  (D)  (C)  (B) 

SET B  5.  (D)  6.  (A)  15.  (B)  16.  (C)  25.  (D)  26.  (D)  35.  (A)  36.  (D)  45.  (A)  46.  (D) 

(D)  (A)  (A)  (C)  (D) 

4TH  IEO  SET A  1.  (B)  11.  (A)  21.  (D)  31.  (D)  41.  (D) 

2.  (B)  12.  (B)  22.  (A)  32.  (C)  42.  (A) 

3.  (D)  13.  (A)  23.  (B)  33.  (D)  43.  (A) 

4.  (B)  14.  (A)  24.  (C)  34.  (D)  44.  (A) 

5.  (B)  15.  (D)  25.  (B)  35.  (D)  45.  (B) 

6.  (C)  16.  (B)  26.  (D)  36.  (B)  46.  (B) 

SET B  1.  (D)  11.  (B)  21.  (C)  31.  (B)  41.  (C) 

2.  (C)  12.  (B)  22.  (D)  32.  (A)  42.  (A) 

3.  (B)  13.  (B)  23.  (C)  33.  (C)  43.  (B) 

4.  (A)  14.  (C)  24.  (D)  34.  (C)  44.  (A) 

5.  (C)  15.  (B)  25.  (B)  35.  (B)  45 . (B) 

6.  (D)  16.  (B)  26.  (D)  36.  (A)  46.  (D) 

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5TH  IEO  SET A  1. 11. 21. 31. 41.

(A)  (B)  (A)  (C)  (D) 

2. 12. 22. 32. 42.

(C)  (D)  (B)  (B)  (B) 

3. 13. 23. 33. 43.

(B)  (C)  (A)  (D)  (C) 

4. 14. 24. 34. 44.

(A)  (B)  (B)  (A)  (A) 

5. 15. 25. 35. 45.

(C)  (A)  (A)  (D)  (D) 

6. 16. 26. 36. 46.

(A)  (B)  (C)  (A)  (B) 

7. 17. 27. 37. 47.

(B)  (A)  (A)  (C)  (D) 

8. 18. 28. 38. 48.

(A)  (C)  (D)  (D)  (C) 

9. 19. 29. 39. 49.

(D)  (B)  (D)  (D)  (A) 

10. 20. 30. 40. 50.

(A)  (B)  (A)  (B)  (D) 

1. 11. 21. 31. 41.

(A)  (A)  (A)  (C)  (D) 

2. 12. 22. 32. 42.

(C)  (D)  (D)  (B)  (B) 

3. 13. 23. 33. 43.

(B)  (C)  (A)  (D)  (C) 

4. 14. 24. 34. 44.

(A)  (B)  (B)  (A)  (C) 

5. 15. 25. 35. 45.

SET B  (C)  6. (A)  16. (B)  26. (C)  36. (C)  46.

(A)  (B)  (C)  (A)  (C) 

7. 17. 27. 37. 47.

(C)  (A)  (A)  (C)  (B) 

8. 18. 28. 38. 48.

(A)  (B)  (D)  (A)  (B) 

9. 19. 29. 39. 49.

(D)  (B)  (A)  (B)  (D) 

10. 20. 30. 40. 50.

(A)  (D)  (A)  (B)  (B)

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