Weekly Sectional Test for English Language for PO, Clerk, SO, Insurance Exams

Question 1

Directions: In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the pas-sage and against each, five words/phrases are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
The Government has been actively encouraging private participation in vocational education – both through private (1) and public private partnerships. The government has also announced (2) including financial assistance for public private participation in Industrial Training Institutes. The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) recently launched the National Vocational Education Qualification Framework (NVEQF) to be implemented in polytechnics, engineering colleges and other colleges in the university system from 2012-13. This is expected to (3) to at least 5 million students applying for vocational degrees and diplomas every year, which can provide self-employment or (4) employment even if 1/3 of the institutions are approved to conduct these programmes. AICTE would provide the requisite statutory (5) to any institutions wishing to conduct these programmes from the academic year 2012 throughout the country. The institutions can choose a maximum of 500 students per institute with 100 students per sector in any five sectors out of the sectors identified.

Find out the appropriate word in each case.

Question 2

Directions: In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the pas-sage and against each, five words/phrases are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
The Government has been actively encouraging private participation in vocational education – both through private (1) and public private partnerships. The government has also announced (2) including financial assistance for public private participation in Industrial Training Institutes. The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) recently launched the National Vocational Education Qualification Framework (NVEQF) to be implemented in polytechnics, engineering colleges and other colleges in the university system from 2012-13. This is expected to (3) to at least 5 million students applying for vocational degrees and diplomas every year, which can provide self-employment or (4) employment even if 1/3 of the institutions are approved to conduct these programmes. AICTE would provide the requisite statutory (5) to any institutions wishing to conduct these programmes from the academic year 2012 throughout the country. The institutions can choose a maximum of 500 students per institute with 100 students per sector in any five sectors out of the sectors identified.

Find out the appropriate word in each case.

Question 3

Directions: In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the pas-sage and against each, five words/phrases are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
The Government has been actively encouraging private participation in vocational education – both through private (1) and public private partnerships. The government has also announced (2) including financial assistance for public private participation in Industrial Training Institutes. The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) recently launched the National Vocational Education Qualification Framework (NVEQF) to be implemented in polytechnics, engineering colleges and other colleges in the university system from 2012-13. This is expected to (3) to at least 5 million students applying for vocational degrees and diplomas every year, which can provide self-employment or (4) employment even if 1/3 of the institutions are approved to conduct these programmes. AICTE would provide the requisite statutory (5) to any institutions wishing to conduct these programmes from the academic year 2012 throughout the country. The institutions can choose a maximum of 500 students per institute with 100 students per sector in any five sectors out of the sectors identified.

Find out the appropriate word in each case.

Question 4

Directions: In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the pas-sage and against each, five words/phrases are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
The Government has been actively encouraging private participation in vocational education – both through private (1) and public private partnerships. The government has also announced (2) including financial assistance for public private participation in Industrial Training Institutes. The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) recently launched the National Vocational Education Qualification Framework (NVEQF) to be implemented in polytechnics, engineering colleges and other colleges in the university system from 2012-13. This is expected to (3) to at least 5 million students applying for vocational degrees and diplomas every year, which can provide self-employment or (4) employment even if 1/3 of the institutions are approved to conduct these programmes. AICTE would provide the requisite statutory (5) to any institutions wishing to conduct these programmes from the academic year 2012 throughout the country. The institutions can choose a maximum of 500 students per institute with 100 students per sector in any five sectors out of the sectors identified.

Find out the appropriate word in each case.

Question 5

Directions: In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the pas-sage and against each, five words/phrases are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
The Government has been actively encouraging private participation in vocational education – both through private (1) and public private partnerships. The government has also announced (2) including financial assistance for public private participation in Industrial Training Institutes. The All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) recently launched the National Vocational Education Qualification Framework (NVEQF) to be implemented in polytechnics, engineering colleges and other colleges in the university system from 2012-13. This is expected to (3) to at least 5 million students applying for vocational degrees and diplomas every year, which can provide self-employment or (4) employment even if 1/3 of the institutions are approved to conduct these programmes. AICTE would provide the requisite statutory (5) to any institutions wishing to conduct these programmes from the academic year 2012 throughout the country. The institutions can choose a maximum of 500 students per institute with 100 students per sector in any five sectors out of the sectors identified.

Find out the appropriate word in each case.

Question 6

Direction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The great fear in Asia a short while ago was that the region would suffer through the wealth destruction already taking place in the U.S as a result of the financial crisis. Stock markets tumbled as exports plunged and economic growth deteriorated. Lofty property prices in China and elsewhere looked set to bust as credit tightened and buyers evaporated. But with surprising speed, fear in Asia swung back to greed as the region shows signs of recovery and property and stock prices are soaring in many parts of Asia Why should this sharp Asian turn around be greeted with skepticism? Higher asset prices mean households feel wealthier and better able to spend, which could further fuel the region's nascent rebound. But just as easily. Asia could soon find itself saddled with overheated markets similar to the U.S. housing market. In short, the world has not changed, it has just moved placed.
The incipient bubble is being created by government policy. In response to the global credit crunch of 2008, policymakers in Asia slashed interest rates and flooded financial sectors with cash in frantic attempts to keep loans flowing and economies growing. These steps were logical for central bankers striving to reverse a deepening economic crisis. But there is evidence that there is too much easy money around. It’s winding up in stocks and real estate, pushing prices up too far and too fast for the unending economic fundamentals. Much of the concern is focused on China where government stimulus efforts have been large and effective, Money in China has been especially easy to find. Aggregate new bank lending surged 201% in first half of 2009 from the same period a year earlier. Exuberance over a quick recovery which was given a boost by China's surprisingly strong 7.9% GDP growth in the second meaner has buoyed investor sentiment not just fax stocks but also for real estate.
Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan argued that bubbles could only be recognized in hand sight. But investors who have been well schooled in the dangers of bubbles over the past decade are increasingly wary that prices have risen too far and that the slightest bit of negative, economic news could knock markets for a loop. These fears are compounded by the possibility that Asia's central bankers will begin taking steps to shut off the money. Rumors that Belling was on the verge of tightening credit led to Shanghai stocks plunging 5%. Yet many economists believe, that, there is close to a zero possibility that the Chinese government will do anything this year that constitutes tightening. And without a major shift in thinking, the easy-money conditions will stay in place. In a global economy that has produced more dramatic ups and downs than anyone thought possible over the past two years. Asia may be trading for another disheartening plunge.

To which of the following has the author attributed the 2008 Asian financial crisis?
(A)Reluctance or Asian governments to taper off the economic stimulus.
(B) The greed of Asian investors causing them to stocks of American companies at high prices.
(C) Interest rate variation by the governments.

Question 7

Direction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The great fear in Asia a short while ago was that the region would suffer through the wealth destruction already taking place in the U.S as a result of the financial crisis. Stock markets tumbled as exports plunged and economic growth deteriorated. Lofty property prices in China and elsewhere looked set to bust as credit tightened and buyers evaporated. But with surprising speed, fear in Asia swung back to greed as the region shows signs of recovery and property and stock prices are soaring in many parts of Asia Why should this sharp Asian turn around be greeted with skepticism? Higher asset prices mean households feel wealthier and better able to spend, which could further fuel the region's nascent rebound. But just as easily. Asia could soon find itself saddled with overheated markets similar to the U.S. housing market. In short, the world has not changed, it has just moved placed.
The incipient bubble is being created by government policy. In response to the global credit crunch of 2008, policymakers in Asia slashed interest rates and flooded financial sectors with cash in frantic attempts to keep loans flowing and economies growing. These steps were logical for central bankers striving to reverse a deepening economic crisis. But there is evidence that there is too much easy money around. It’s winding up in stocks and real estate, pushing prices up too far and too fast for the unending economic fundamentals. Much of the concern is focused on China where government stimulus efforts have been large and effective, Money in China has been especially easy to find. Aggregate new bank lending surged 201% in first half of 2009 from the same period a year earlier. Exuberance over a quick recovery which was given a boost by China's surprisingly strong 7.9% GDP growth in the second meaner has buoyed investor sentiment not just fax stocks but also for real estate.
Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan argued that bubbles could only be recognized in hand sight. But investors who have been well schooled in the dangers of bubbles over the past decade are increasingly wary that prices have risen too far and that the slightest bit of negative, economic news could knock markets for a loop. These fears are compounded by the possibility that Asia's central bankers will begin taking steps to shut off the money. Rumors that Belling was on the verge of tightening credit led to Shanghai stocks plunging 5%. Yet many economists believe, that, there is close to a zero possibility that the Chinese government will do anything this year that constitutes tightening. And without a major shift in thinking, the easy-money conditions will stay in place. In a global economy that has produced more dramatic ups and downs than anyone thought possible over the past two years. Asia may be trading for another disheartening plunge.

What does the author want to convey through the phrase –“The world has not changed it has just moved places”?

Question 8

Direction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The great fear in Asia a short while ago was that the region would suffer through the wealth destruction already taking place in the U.S as a result of the financial crisis. Stock markets tumbled as exports plunged and economic growth deteriorated. Lofty property prices in China and elsewhere looked set to bust as credit tightened and buyers evaporated. But with surprising speed, fear in Asia swung back to greed as the region shows signs of recovery and property and stock prices are soaring in many parts of Asia Why should this sharp Asian turn around be greeted with skepticism? Higher asset prices mean households feel wealthier and better able to spend, which could further fuel the region's nascent rebound. But just as easily. Asia could soon find itself saddled with overheated markets similar to the U.S. housing market. In short, the world has not changed, it has just moved placed.
The incipient bubble is being created by government policy. In response to the global credit crunch of 2008, policymakers in Asia slashed interest rates and flooded financial sectors with cash in frantic attempts to keep loans flowing and economies growing. These steps were logical for central bankers striving to reverse a deepening economic crisis. But there is evidence that there is too much easy money around. It’s winding up in stocks and real estate, pushing prices up too far and too fast for the unending economic fundamentals. Much of the concern is focused on China where government stimulus efforts have been large and effective, Money in China has been especially easy to find. Aggregate new bank lending surged 201% in first half of 2009 from the same period a year earlier. Exuberance over a quick recovery which was given a boost by China's surprisingly strong 7.9% GDP growth in the second meaner has buoyed investor sentiment not just fax stocks but also for real estate.
Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan argued that bubbles could only be recognized in hand sight. But investors who have been well schooled in the dangers of bubbles over the past decade are increasingly wary that prices have risen too far and that the slightest bit of negative, economic news could knock markets for a loop. These fears are compounded by the possibility that Asia's central bankers will begin taking steps to shut off the money. Rumors that Belling was on the verge of tightening credit led to Shanghai stocks plunging 5%. Yet many economists believe, that, there is close to a zero possibility that the Chinese government will do anything this year that constitutes tightening. And without a major shift in thinking, the easy-money conditions will stay in place. In a global economy that has produced more dramatic ups and downs than anyone thought possible over the past two years. Asia may be trading for another disheartening plunge.

Which of the following can be said about the Chinese government's efforts to revive the economy?

Question 9

Direction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The great fear in Asia a short while ago was that the region would suffer through the wealth destruction already taking place in the U.S as a result of the financial crisis. Stock markets tumbled as exports plunged and economic growth deteriorated. Lofty property prices in China and elsewhere looked set to bust as credit tightened and buyers evaporated. But with surprising speed, fear in Asia swung back to greed as the region shows signs of recovery and property and stock prices are soaring in many parts of Asia Why should this sharp Asian turn around be greeted with skepticism? Higher asset prices mean households feel wealthier and better able to spend, which could further fuel the region's nascent rebound. But just as easily. Asia could soon find itself saddled with overheated markets similar to the U.S. housing market. In short, the world has not changed, it has just moved placed.
The incipient bubble is being created by government policy. In response to the global credit crunch of 2008, policymakers in Asia slashed interest rates and flooded financial sectors with cash in frantic attempts to keep loans flowing and economies growing. These steps were logical for central bankers striving to reverse a deepening economic crisis. But there is evidence that there is too much easy money around. It’s winding up in stocks and real estate, pushing prices up too far and too fast for the unending economic fundamentals. Much of the concern is focused on China where government stimulus efforts have been large and effective, Money in China has been especially easy to find. Aggregate new bank lending surged 201% in first half of 2009 from the same period a year earlier. Exuberance over a quick recovery which was given a boost by China's surprisingly strong 7.9% GDP growth in the second meaner has buoyed investor sentiment not just fax stocks but also for real estate.
Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan argued that bubbles could only be recognized in hand sight. But investors who have been well schooled in the dangers of bubbles over the past decade are increasingly wary that prices have risen too far and that the slightest bit of negative, economic news could knock markets for a loop. These fears are compounded by the possibility that Asia's central bankers will begin taking steps to shut off the money. Rumors that Belling was on the verge of tightening credit led to Shanghai stocks plunging 5%. Yet many economists believe, that, there is close to a zero possibility that the Chinese government will do anything this year that constitutes tightening. And without a major shift in thinking, the easy-money conditions will stay in place. In a global economy that has produced more dramatic ups and downs than anyone thought possible over the past two years. Asia may be trading for another disheartening plunge.

Why do experts predict that Asian policymakers will not withdraw fiscal stimulus?
(A) The US economy is not likely to recover for a long time
(B) Stock markets are yet to regain their former levels.
(C) Fear of revolt by greedy citizens.

Question 10

Direction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The great fear in Asia a short while ago was that the region would suffer through the wealth destruction already taking place in the U.S as a result of the financial crisis. Stock markets tumbled as exports plunged and economic growth deteriorated. Lofty property prices in China and elsewhere looked set to bust as credit tightened and buyers evaporated. But with surprising speed, fear in Asia swung back to greed as the region shows signs of recovery and property and stock prices are soaring in many parts of Asia Why should this sharp Asian turn around be greeted with skepticism? Higher asset prices mean households feel wealthier and better able to spend, which could further fuel the region's nascent rebound. But just as easily. Asia could soon find itself saddled with overheated markets similar to the U.S. housing market. In short, the world has not changed, it has just moved placed.
The incipient bubble is being created by government policy. In response to the global credit crunch of 2008, policymakers in Asia slashed interest rates and flooded financial sectors with cash in frantic attempts to keep loans flowing and economies growing. These steps were logical for central bankers striving to reverse a deepening economic crisis. But there is evidence that there is too much easy money around. It’s winding up in stocks and real estate, pushing prices up too far and too fast for the unending economic fundamentals. Much of the concern is focused on China where government stimulus efforts have been large and effective, Money in China has been especially easy to find. Aggregate new bank lending surged 201% in first half of 2009 from the same period a year earlier. Exuberance over a quick recovery which was given a boost by China's surprisingly strong 7.9% GDP growth in the second meaner has buoyed investor sentiment not just fax stocks but also for real estate.
Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan argued that bubbles could only be recognized in hand sight. But investors who have been well schooled in the dangers of bubbles over the past decade are increasingly wary that prices have risen too far and that the slightest bit of negative, economic news could knock markets for a loop. These fears are compounded by the possibility that Asia's central bankers will begin taking steps to shut off the money. Rumors that Belling was on the verge of tightening credit led to Shanghai stocks plunging 5%. Yet many economists believe, that, there is close to a zero possibility that the Chinese government will do anything this year that constitutes tightening. And without a major shift in thinking, the easy-money conditions will stay in place. In a global economy that has produced more dramatic ups and downs than anyone thought possible over the past two years. Asia may be trading for another disheartening plunge.

What do the statistics about loans given by Chinese banks in 2009 indicate?

Question 11

Direction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The great fear in Asia a short while ago was that the region would suffer through the wealth destruction already taking place in the U.S as a result of the financial crisis. Stock markets tumbled as exports plunged and economic growth deteriorated. Lofty property prices in China and elsewhere looked set to bust as credit tightened and buyers evaporated. But with surprising speed, fear in Asia swung back to greed as the region shows signs of recovery and property and stock prices are soaring in many parts of Asia Why should this sharp Asian turn around be greeted with skepticism? Higher asset prices mean households feel wealthier and better able to spend, which could further fuel the region's nascent rebound. But just as easily. Asia could soon find itself saddled with overheated markets similar to the U.S. housing market. In short, the world has not changed, it has just moved placed.
The incipient bubble is being created by government policy. In response to the global credit crunch of 2008, policymakers in Asia slashed interest rates and flooded financial sectors with cash in frantic attempts to keep loans flowing and economies growing. These steps were logical for central bankers striving to reverse a deepening economic crisis. But there is evidence that there is too much easy money around. It’s winding up in stocks and real estate, pushing prices up too far and too fast for the unending economic fundamentals. Much of the concern is focused on China where government stimulus efforts have been large and effective, Money in China has been especially easy to find. Aggregate new bank lending surged 201% in first half of 2009 from the same period a year earlier. Exuberance over a quick recovery which was given a boost by China's surprisingly strong 7.9% GDP growth in the second meaner has buoyed investor sentiment not just fax stocks but also for real estate.
Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan argued that bubbles could only be recognized in hand sight. But investors who have been well schooled in the dangers of bubbles over the past decade are increasingly wary that prices have risen too far and that the slightest bit of negative, economic news could knock markets for a loop. These fears are compounded by the possibility that Asia's central bankers will begin taking steps to shut off the money. Rumors that Belling was on the verge of tightening credit led to Shanghai stocks plunging 5%. Yet many economists believe, that, there is close to a zero possibility that the Chinese government will do anything this year that constitutes tightening. And without a major shift in thinking, the easy-money conditions will stay in place. In a global economy that has produced more dramatic ups and downs than anyone thought possible over the past two years. Asia may be trading for another disheartening plunge.

How has the investor's confidence in the Chinese stock market been restored?
(A) Existing property prices which are stable and affordable.
(B) The government has decided to tighten credit.
(C) Healthy growth of the economy indicated by GDP figures.

Question 12

Direction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The great fear in Asia a short while ago was that the region would suffer through the wealth destruction already taking place in the U.S as a result of the financial crisis. Stock markets tumbled as exports plunged and economic growth deteriorated. Lofty property prices in China and elsewhere looked set to bust as credit tightened and buyers evaporated. But with surprising speed, fear in Asia swung back to greed as the region shows signs of recovery and property and stock prices are soaring in many parts of Asia Why should this sharp Asian turn around be greeted with skepticism? Higher asset prices mean households feel wealthier and better able to spend, which could further fuel the region's nascent rebound. But just as easily. Asia could soon find itself saddled with overheated markets similar to the U.S. housing market. In short, the world has not changed, it has just moved placed.
The incipient bubble is being created by government policy. In response to the global credit crunch of 2008, policymakers in Asia slashed interest rates and flooded financial sectors with cash in frantic attempts to keep loans flowing and economies growing. These steps were logical for central bankers striving to reverse a deepening economic crisis. But there is evidence that there is too much easy money around. It’s winding up in stocks and real estate, pushing prices up too far and too fast for the unending economic fundamentals. Much of the concern is focused on China where government stimulus efforts have been large and effective, Money in China has been especially easy to find. Aggregate new bank lending surged 201% in first half of 2009 from the same period a year earlier. Exuberance over a quick recovery which was given a boost by China's surprisingly strong 7.9% GDP growth in the second meaner has buoyed investor sentiment not just fax stocks but also for real estate.
Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan argued that bubbles could only be recognized in hand sight. But investors who have been well schooled in the dangers of bubbles over the past decade are increasingly wary that prices have risen too far and that the slightest bit of negative, economic news could knock markets for a loop. These fears are compounded by the possibility that Asia's central bankers will begin taking steps to shut off the money. Rumors that Belling was on the verge of tightening credit led to Shanghai stocks plunging 5%. Yet many economists believe, that, there is close to a zero possibility that the Chinese government will do anything this year that constitutes tightening. And without a major shift in thinking, the easy-money conditions will stay in place. In a global economy that has produced more dramatic ups and downs than anyone thought possible over the past two years. Asia may be trading for another disheartening plunge.

What is the author's main objective in writing the passage?

Question 13

Direction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The great fear in Asia a short while ago was that the region would suffer through the wealth destruction already taking place in the U.S as a result of the financial crisis. Stock markets tumbled as exports plunged and economic growth deteriorated. Lofty property prices in China and elsewhere looked set to bust as credit tightened and buyers evaporated. But with surprising speed, fear in Asia swung back to greed as the region shows signs of recovery and property and stock prices are soaring in many parts of Asia Why should this sharp Asian turn around be greeted with skepticism? Higher asset prices mean households feel wealthier and better able to spend, which could further fuel the region's nascent rebound. But just as easily. Asia could soon find itself saddled with overheated markets similar to the U.S. housing market. In short, the world has not changed, it has just moved placed.
The incipient bubble is being created by government policy. In response to the global credit crunch of 2008, policymakers in Asia slashed interest rates and flooded financial sectors with cash in frantic attempts to keep loans flowing and economies growing. These steps were logical for central bankers striving to reverse a deepening economic crisis. But there is evidence that there is too much easy money around. It’s winding up in stocks and real estate, pushing prices up too far and too fast for the unending economic fundamentals. Much of the concern is focused on China where government stimulus efforts have been large and effective, Money in China has been especially easy to find. Aggregate new bank lending surged 201% in first half of 2009 from the same period a year earlier. Exuberance over a quick recovery which was given a boost by China's surprisingly strong 7.9% GDP growth in the second meaner has buoyed investor sentiment not just fax stocks but also for real estate.
Former U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan argued that bubbles could only be recognized in hand sight. But investors who have been well schooled in the dangers of bubbles over the past decade are increasingly wary that prices have risen too far and that the slightest bit of negative, economic news could knock markets for a loop. These fears are compounded by the possibility that Asia's central bankers will begin taking steps to shut off the money. Rumors that Belling was on the verge of tightening credit led to Shanghai stocks plunging 5%. Yet many economists believe, that, there is close to a zero possibility that the Chinese government will do anything this year that constitutes tightening. And without a major shift in thinking, the easy-money conditions will stay in place. In a global economy that has produced more dramatic ups and downs than anyone thought possible over the past two years. Asia may be trading for another disheartening plunge.

Why does the author doubt the current resurgence of Asian economics?

Question 14

Direction: Five statements labelled A, B, C, D, and E are given below. Among these, four statements are in a logical order and form a coherent paragraph/passage. From the given options, choose the option that does not fit into the theme of the passage.

Question 15

Direction: Five statements are given below, labelled A, B, C, D and E. Among these, four statements are in logical order and form a coherent paragraph/passage. From the given options, choose the option that does not fit into the theme of the passage.