HomeMock TestState PCSRailwaySSCHSSCDSSSBRO/AROUPSC

Cloze Test part-3

📆 November 22, 2024

Total Questions: 50

1. It is said that everyone lives by selling something. What you can Derive from this statement is that teachers live by selling knowledge, philosophers live by selling wisdom and priests earn their living by selling spiritual comfort. Though it may be possible to measure the value of material goods in terms of money, it is extremely difficult to Estimate the true value of the services which people perform for us. There are times when we would _________ give everything we possess to save our lives, yet we might grudge paying a surgeon a high fee for offering us precisely the same service. The Conditions of society are such that skills have to be paid for in the same way that goods are paid for at a shop. [SSC CPO 04/10/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) willingly
Solution:'Willingly' means doing something with one's free will. The given passage states that there are times when we would willingly give everything we possess to save our lives. Hence, 'willingly' is the most appropriate answer.

2. It is said that everyone lives by selling something. What you can Derive from this statement is that teachers live by selling knowledge, philosophers live by selling wisdom and priests earn their living by selling spiritual comfort. Though it may be possible to measure the value of material goods in terms of money, it is extremely difficult to Estimate the true value of the services which people perform for us. There are times when we would Willingly give everything we possess to save our lives, yet we might grudge paying a surgeon a high fee for offering us precisely the same service. The _________ of society are such that skills have to be paid for in the same way that goods are paid for at a shop. [SSC CPO 04/10/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) conditions
Solution:The given passage states that the conditions of society are such that skills have to be paid for just like goods at a shop. Hence,
'conditions' is the most appropriate answer.

3. Effective communication is about more than just exchanging information. It's about understanding the emotion and intentions __________ the information. As well as being able to clearly convey a message, you need to also Listen in a way that gains the full meaning of what's being said and makes the other person feel heard and understood. For many of us, communicating more clearly and effectively requires learning some Important skills. Whether you're trying to improve communication with your spouse, kids, boss, or coworkers, learning these skills can Deepen your connections to others, build greater trust and respect, and Improve teamwork, problem solving, and your overall social and emotional health. [SSC MTS 05/09/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) behind
Solution:'Behind' means the underlying aspect or motive. The given passage
states that effective communication is about understanding the emotion and intentions behind the information. Hence, 'behind' is the most appropriate answer.

4. Effective communication is about more than just exchanging information. It's about understanding the emotion and intentions Behind the information. As well as being able to clearly convey a message, you need to also __________ in a way that gains the full meaning of what's being said and makes the other person feel heard and understood. For many of us, communicating more clearly and effectively requires learning some Important skills. Whether you're trying to improve communication with your spouse, kids, boss, or coworkers, learning these skills can Deepen your connections to others, build greater trust and respect, and Improve teamwork, problem solving, and your overall social and emotional health. [SSC MTS 05/09/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) listen
Solution:The given passage states that you need to also listen in a way that gains the full meaning of what's being said. Hence, 'listen' is the most appropriate answer.

5. Effective communication is about more than just exchanging information. It's about understanding the emotion and intentions Behind the information. As well as being able to clearly convey a message, you need to also Listen in a way that gains the full meaning of what's being said and makes the other person feel heard and understood. For many of us, communicating more clearly and effectively requires learning some __________ skills. Whether you're trying to improve communication with your spouse, kids, boss, or coworkers, learning these skills can Deepen your connections to others, build greater trust and respect, and Improve teamwork, problem solving, and your overall social and emotional health. [SSC MTS 05/09/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) important
Solution:The given passage states that people need to learn important skills to communicate more clearly and effectively. Hence, 'important is the most appropriate answer.

6. Effective communication is about more than just exchanging information. It's about understanding the emotion and intentions Behind the information. As well as being able to clearly convey a message, you need to also Listen in a way that gains the full meaning of what's being said and makes the other person feel heard and understood. For many of us, communicating more clearly and effectively requires learning some Important skills. Whether you're trying to improve communication with your spouse, kids, boss, or coworkers, learning these skills can __________ your connections to others, build greater trust and respect, and Improve teamwork, problem solving, and your overall social and emotional health. [SSC MTS 05/09/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) deepen
Solution:'Deepen' means to become more intense or deep. The given passage states that learning these skills can deepen your
connections to others. Hence, 'deepen' is the most appropriate answer.

7. Effective communication is about more than just exchanging information. It's about understanding the emotion and intentions Behind the information. As well as being able to clearly convey a message, you need to also Listen in a way that gains the full meaning of what's being said and makes the other person feel heard and understood. For many of us, communicating more clearly and effectively requires learning some Important skills. Whether you're trying to improve communication with your spouse, kids, boss, or coworkers, learning these skills can Deepen your connections to others, build greater trust and respect, and __________ teamwork, problem solving, and your overall social and emotional health. [SSC MTS 05/09/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) improve
Solution:'Improve' means to make something better or enhance its quality. The given passage states that learning these skills can improve teamwork, problem-solving, and overall social and emotional health. Hence, 'improve' is the most appropriate
answer.

8. Language is __________ of the most fundamental aspects of human communication and interaction. It allows people from different cultures to connect and Share ideas. While many individuals grow up learning just one language, there are a variety of reasons why learning a second language can be beneficial. For example it can improve cognitive abilities, enhance job prospects and facilitate travel and cultural immersion. Acquiring proficiency in a second language is an invaluable asset for personal growth as well as professional development. Audio-video mediums such as Films.  are among the best ways to learn a second language as they allow learners to engage with cultural content. [SSC MTS 05/09/2023 (3rd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) one
Solution:One is used for a singular entity. 'Language' is a singular noun.
Hence, 'one' is the most appropriate answer.

9. Language is One of the most fundamental aspects of human communication and interaction. It allows people from different cultures to connect and __________ ideas. While many individuals grow up learning just one language, there are a variety of reasons why learning a second language can be beneficial. For example it can improve cognitive abilities, enhance job prospects and facilitate travel and cultural immersion. Acquiring proficiency in a second language is an invaluable asset for personal growth as well as professional development. Audio-video mediums such as Films.  are among the best ways to learn a second language as they allow learners to engage with cultural content. [SSC MTS 05/09/2023 (3rd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) share
Solution:According to the 'Rule of Parallelism', two or more verbs must be
same form if they are connected with one another.
Similarly, in the given sentence, 'and' joins 'connect V,) with
another verb. Hence, 'share(V,)' is the most appropriate answer.

10. Language is One of the most fundamental aspects of human communication and interaction. It allows people from different cultures to connect and Share ideas. While many individuals grow up learning just one language, there are a variety of reasons why learning a second language can be beneficial. __________ it can improve cognitive abilities, enhance job prospects and facilitate travel and cultural immersion. Acquiring proficiency in a second language is an invaluable asset for personal growth as well as professional development. Audio-video mediums such as Films.  are among the best ways to learn a second language as they allow learners to engage with cultural content. [SSC MTS 05/09/2023 (3rd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) For example
Solution:'For example' is used here to introduce specific examples. The given passage states some examples of benefits of learning a
second language. Hence, 'for example is the most appropriate
Home  | Mock Test  | State PCS  | Railway  | SSC  | HSSC  | DSSSB  | RO/ARO  | UPSC  | 
© 2024 Mock Test 365 | All Rights Reserved