CGL Practice Set 7

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Q1.
Rearrange the following sent ences to form a coher ent paragraph: 1. This pr ocess helps ensur ethat the food we consume is safe and fr ee from harmful micr obes or other impurities. 2. Food pr ocessing refers to a set of techniques used to convert raw ingr edients int oedible pr oducts. 3. These techniques may include simple st eps lik echopping and grinding, as well as adv anced pr ocedur es such as pasteurization and fermentation. 4. In addition, it suppor ts preservation by incr easing shelf life and can also impr ove nutritional value.
A. 2, 3, 1, 4
B. 1, 2, 3, 4
C. 3, 1, 4, 2
D. 4, 2, 1, 3
Correct Answer: A
The correct option is (a). The paragraph should begin with a definition, then give details and benefits in a logical sequence. Sentence 2 is the best opening because it defines food pr ocessing and introduces the topic clearly. Sentence 3 naturally follows because it explains what these techniques are. The phrase These techniques directly refers back to the set of techniques mentioned in sentence
Q2.
In the passage, the phrase "absence of assur ed income" for entr epreneur simplies: Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: "In modern discussions, the dichot omy betw een entr epreneur ship and conv entional jobs has become incr easingly pr ominent. " Traditional employment is often associat ed with pr edictability, structur ed gr owth, and a clear car eer path, wher eas entr epreneur ship attracts individuals who seek independence, innov ation, and the possibility of significantly higher rewar ds. Yet, both routes come with their own str engths as well as unav oidable uncer tainties. Employment-especially in wellestablishedd institutions-typically pr ovides st eady income, social validation, and organizational suppor tEmploy ees are generally not exposed to major risks lik elosing capital or facing sudden mark et shocks. Inst ead, they function within defined syst ems of authority and responsibility, wher elarger risks are usually handled by senior management. For many people, this arrangement offers mental ease and a visible roadmap for adv ancement. On the other hand, entr epreneur ship requir es per sistence, ingenuity, and a str ong ability to deal with uncer tainty. Entr epreneur smust manage fluctuating mark ets, complicat ed regulations, and irregular earnings-difficulties that are often under estimat ed by those who romanticize star tups. Still, for people with a higher risk tolerance and cr eativ ecap ability, entr epreneur ship can deliver a distinct sense of purpose. It enables individuals to challenge existing syst ems, cr eate ventur es from scrat ch, and pot entially influence entir eindustries. Social attitudes add another layer to this debate. In sev eral cultur es, stable employment is tr eated as the standar dmarker of success, while entr epreneurial effor ts are seen as risky or unreliable-until they achiev esuccess. How ever, this mindset is slowly ev olving as star tup ecosyst ems exp and and innov ation becomes closely linked with dev elopment. Ultimat ely, the right choice is not about which option is "better," but about mat ching one' snatur epriorities, and long- term vision with what each path demands. Entr epreneur ship may bring fr eedom, but it comes with sacrifice. Employment may offer security, but it can also limit cr eativity. Ther efore, a thoughtful and realistic appr oach-not blind ambition-is necessar ywhile making this car eer decision.
A. Entrepreneurs work without pay by choice
B. No fixed salary or steady cash flow
C. Profit is certain from the beginning
D. Earnings are set by the government
Correct Answer: B
The correct option is bThe phrase 'absence of assur ed income ' in the passage refers to the financial uncertainty faced by entrepreneurs. Unlike salaried employees, entrepreneurs often do not receive a fixed monthly salary. Their earnings can fluctuate depending on market conditions, customer demand, and business performance. Why option bis corr ect: 'No fixed salary or steady cash flow' directly
Q3.
A crick eter's average scor eover a series of mat ches is 42. If she scor es 138 runs in the next mat ch, her av erage incr eases to 46. How many mat ches did she play befor ethis?
A. 23
B. 22
C. 24
D. 26
Correct Answer: A
Given: Initial average=42 Score in next match=138 New average=46 Formula Used: Average= Number of matchesTotal score Solution: Let initial matches= nTotal score=42 n =n+142 n+13846 42 n+138=46 n+46 92=4 n n
Q4.
Apply the same pattern used in the following group and find the correct option. COUNTR Y: FRXQWUB:: SCHOOL:?
A. VFIPPM
B. VFKRR O
C. VFJPPN
D. VEKPPM
Correct Answer: B
Given: COUNTR Y: FRXQWUB:: SCHOOL:? Logic: Letters are increasing + 3 place. For, COUNTR Y: FRXQWUB C + 3 = F, O + 3 = R, U + 3 = X, N + 3 = Q, T + 3 = W, R + 3 = U, Y + 3 = B Similarly, For, SCHOOL:? S + 3 = V, C + 3 = F, H + 3 = K, O + 3 = R, O + 3 = R, L + 3 = O So, SCHOOL: VFKRRO Thus, correct option is (b).
Q5.
Change the following from active to passiv eWhy did the edit or disregard the major stylistic irregularities?
A. Why have the major stylistic irregularities been disregarded by the editor?
B. Why are the major stylistic irregularities being disregarded by the editor?
C. Why did the major stylistic irregularities be disregarded by the editor?
D. Why were the major stylistic irregularities disregarded by the editor?
Correct Answer: D
The correct option is dGiven Activ eVoice: "Why did the editor disregard the major stylistic irregularities?" Explanation: The tense in the active sentence is simple past (did disregard). While converting from active to passive in simple past: The object becomes the subject: "the major stylistic irregularities" becomes the subject in passive. Use was/w ere + past participle: since the new subject
Q6.
A sentence is provided in direct speech. From the four given options, choose the one that most accurately conveys the sentence in its corresponding indirect speech. Sikha said, "I lik ethis pen as it is very useful. "
A. Sikha said she liked that pen as it was very useful.
B. Sikha said she like that pen as it is very useful.
C. Sikha said she liked this pen as it was very useful.
D. Sikha said she likes that pen as it is very useful.
Correct Answer: A
The correct option is (a). To convert direct speech into indirect speech, we apply the following key rules: Reporting verb in past: 'said' is in past, so the present tense in the quotation usually changes to past (backshift). Change of pronouns: 'I' changes according to the speaker (here, it would be 'she' for Sikha in natural usage; however, among the given options, the best grammatical conversio
Q7.
What is the main objectiv eof the Right to Information Act, 2005?
A. To regulate media
B. To ensure transparency in governance
C. To control elections
D. To promote digital literacy
Correct Answer: B
The correct answer is (B) To ensure transparency in governance Explanation: * The RTI Act was enacted to provide a practical regime for citizens to access information under the control of public authorities. * Its primary goal is to promote transparency and accountability in the working of every public authority, thereby curbing corruption. * It empowers citizens to ask questions and seek informat
Q8.
Why are footb alls generally spherical in shape?
A. For aesthetic appeal
B. To ensure uniform motion
C. To reduce friction
D. To increase weight
Correct Answer: B
The correct answer is (B) To ensure uniform motion Explanation: * A spherical shape ensures that the ball has the same aerodynamic properties and physical response regardless of the direction in which it is kicked or how it spins. * It provides a predictable bounce and allows for smoother rolling on the ground. * Mechanically, a sphere has the best volume-to-surface area ratio, allowing it to main
Q9.
Choose the corr ectly mat ched landform and its formation:
A. Delta - Formed by glacial erosion
B. Meander - Formed by river deposition
C. Gorge - Created by wind action
D. Dune - Created by tectonic forces
Correct Answer: B
The correct answer is (B) Meander - Formed by river deposition Explanation: * A meander is a winding curve or bend in a river. They are formed by a combination of both erosion (on the outer bank) and deposition (on the inner bank/slip-off slope). * Over time, the deposition of sediment on the inner curve helps accentuate the loop of the river. Information Booster: * Oxbow Lake: Formed when a meand
Q10.
Find the part of the sentence that contains an err or: The fact that citizens hav eno remedy av ailable (1)/ when envir onmental br eaches are ignor ed at the minist erial lev el (2)/ highlight a br oader decline in (3)/ constitutional accountability. (4)
A. (1)
B. (2)
C. (3)
D. (4)
Correct Answer: C
The correct option is cIn this sentence, the real subject is 'The fact', which is singular. The clause beginning with 'that citizens have no remedy available...' only describes the noun 'fact' and does not change its singular nature. Therefore, the verb must be singular. In part (3), the verb is written as 'highlight' (plural verb), but it should be 'highlights' (singular verb) to agree with the s
Q11.
Table - Daily pr oduction (in units) of 5 machines ov er 4 days. Day M1M2M3M4M5 Day 1 150140180130160 Day 2 160135190135165 Day 3 155145185140170 Day 4 165150195145175 What is the av erage daily pr oduction of Machine M3?
A. 187.5
B. 185
C. 190
D. 182.5
Correct Answer: A
Given: Production of Machine M3: Day 1=180,Day 2=190,Day 3=185,Day 4=195 Formula Used: Average= Number of observationsSum of observations Solution: Total=180+190+185+195=750 Average= =4750187.5
Q12.
Select the correct option: Her analysis was __ than impr essiv eit was nearly revelatory.
A. less
B. more
C. other
D. rather
Correct Answer: B
The correct option is bExplanation: The sentence uses the fixed comparative expression more than to intensify praise: "Her analysis was more than impressive; it was nearly revelatory." This means the analysis was not only impressive but even beyond that level. More than: used to show that something exceeds a particular degree or description. (Hindi meaning: / ) Exa
Q13. General Awareness
The budget of a fact ory is distribut ed among raw mat erials, wages, and maint enance in the ratio 4:3:3. During a year, the cost of raw mat erials rises by 12%, wages by 8%, and maint enance falls by 10%. What is the ov erall percentage change in the total budget?
A. 0.4% decrease
B. 4.2% increase
C. 3.2% increase
D. 2.0% decrease
Correct Answer: B
Given: Ratio of raw materials: wages: maintenance =4:3:3 Increase in raw materials =12% Increase in wages =8% Decrease in maintenance =10% Formula Used: Net percentage change= Ratios (RatioxPercentage change) Solution: Total ratio =4+3+3=10 (4x12)+(3x8)+(3x(10)) =48+2430=42 Overall change= =10424.2%
Q14.
Apply the same pattern used in the following group and find the correct option. METAL: LATEM:: FIBER:?
A. ERFIB
B. BIFER
C. REBIF
D. RIFEB
Correct Answer: C
Given: METAL: LATEM:: FIBER:? Logic: Place value of letters are interchanged. For, METAL: LATEM Similarly, FIBER:? So, FIBER: REBIF Thus, correct option is (c).
Q15. General Awareness
What change did the Char ter Act of 1813 bring to the East India Comp any?
A. Ended Company's trade monopoly
B. Abolished Company rule
C. Introduced universal suffrage
D. Created provincial governments
Correct Answer: A
The correct answer is (A) Ended Company's trade monopoly Explanation: * The Charter Act of 1813 ended the commercial monopoly of the East India Company in India; however, the Company's monopoly in trade with China and trade in tea was kept intact. * It allowed all British merchants to trade with India, reflecting the growing influence of 'laissez-faire' and the demands of British industrialists du