Cloze Test part-5

Total Questions: 50

11. Indian culture treats guests as God and serves them and takes care of them as if they are a part and member of the family itself. Even though we don't have anything to eat, the guests are never left hungry and are always looked. after by the members of the family. Elders and respect for elders is a major component in Indian culture. Elders are the driving force for any family and hence the love and respect for elders comes from __________ . and is not artificial. An individual takes blessings from his elders by touching their feet. Elders drill and pass on  the Indian culture within us as we grow. [SSC CHSL 04/08/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) within
Solution:Within' means the location or source of something inside or internal. The given passage states that the love and respect for elders comes from within and is not artificial. Hence, 'within' is the most appropriate answer.

12. Indian culture treats guests as God and serves them and takes care of them as if they are a part and member of the family itself. Even though we don't have anything to eat, the guests are never left hungry and are always looked. after by the members of the family. Elders and respect for elders is a major component in Indian culture. Elders are the driving force for any family and hence the love and respect for elders comes from within. and is not artificial. An individual takes blessings from his elders by touching their feet. Elders drill and __________   the Indian culture within us as we grow. [SSC CHSL 04/08/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) pass on
Solution:Pass on' means to transmit, convey, or transfer something from one person or generation to another. The given passage states that elders drill and pass on the Indian culture within us as we grow. Hence, 'pass on' is the most appropriate answer.

13. Today, I want to talk to you about a very simple matter, that is, simple conversations. When, we learn to speak, ___________ . come words, then phrases, and then scripts. You would agree that the larger the bundles of words we Carry around  the less we have to worry about combining them into sensible Expressions Also the less we have to fret over syntax or Grammar Do you think you choose the words? Do you pre-rehearse every time you go out? Consider what happens when you walk into a fast-food restaurant. My dear, how do you react in those real life situations? [SSC CHSL 07/08/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) first
Solution:The given passage states that when we learn to speak, first come words. Hence, 'first' is the most appropriate answer.

14. Today, I want to talk to you about a very simple matter, that is, simple conversations. When, we learn to speak, First. come words, then phrases, and then scripts. You would agree that the larger the bundles of words we ___________  the less we have to worry about combining them into sensible Expressions Also the less we have to fret over syntax or Grammar Do you think you choose the words? Do you pre-rehearse every time you go out? Consider what happens when you walk into a fast-food restaurant. My dear, how do you react in those real life situations? [SSC CHSL 07/08/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) carry around
Solution:The phrasal verb 'carry around means to apply in the new situation. The given passage states that we have to worry less about combining words if we carry around large bundles of words. Hence, 'carry around' is the most appropriate answer.

15. Today, I want to talk to you about a very simple matter, that is, simple conversations. When, we learn to speak, First. come words, then phrases, and then scripts. You would agree that the larger the bundles of words we Carry around  the less we have to worry about combining them into sensible ___________ Also the less we have to fret over syntax or Grammar Do you think you choose the words? Do you pre-rehearse every time you go out? Consider what happens when you walk into a fast-food restaurant. My dear, how do you react in those real life situations? [SSC CHSL 07/08/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) expressions
Solution:Expression' means a group of words having a particular meaning. The given passage states that we have to worry less about combining words to form expressions if we carry around large bundles of words. Hence, 'expressions' is the most appropriate answer.

16. Today, I want to talk to you about a very simple matter, that is, simple conversations. When, we learn to speak, First. come words, then phrases, and then scripts. You would agree that the larger the bundles of words we Carry around  the less we have to worry about combining them into sensible Expressions Also the less we have to fret over syntax or ___________ Do you think you choose the words? Do you pre-rehearse every time you go out? Consider what happens when you walk into a fast-food restaurant. My dear, how do you react in those real life situations? [SSC CHSL 07/08/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) grammar
Solution:Grammar means the whole system and structure of a language. The given passage states that we have to worry less about the syntax or grammar. Hence, 'grammar is the most appropriate answer.

17. Today, I want to talk to you about a very simple matter, that is, simple conversations. When, we learn to speak, First. come words, then phrases, and then scripts. You would agree that the larger the bundles of words we Carry around  the less we have to worry about combining them into sensible Expressions Also the less we have to fret over syntax or Grammar Do you think you choose the words? Do you pre-rehearse every time you go out? ___________ what happens when you walk into a fast-food restaurant. My dear, how do you react in those real life situations? [SSC CHSL 07/08/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) Consider
Solution:Consider' means to think about something in a particular way. The given passage talks about considering the situation when you walk into a fast-food restaurant. Hence, 'consider' is the most appropriate answer.

18. Seasonal winds are a natural phenomenon that ___________ . weather patterns across the globe. These winds are caused by the sun's unequal heating of the earth's surface, which creates differences in temperature and pressure between different regions. The movement of air from high-pressure areas to low-pressure areas causes seasonal winds to form, and their direction and intensity Vary depending on the region and season. One of the most significant seasonal winds is the monsoon, which affects large parts of South Asia during the summer months. This wind system brings much-needed rain to the region, but it can also cause flooding and landslides, leading to loss of life and property damage. Other seasonal winds include the harmattan in West Africa, which is a dry, dusty wind that blows from the Sahara Desert towards the Atlantic coast, and the mistral in southern France, which is a strong, cold wind that blows down the Rhone Valley towards the Mediterranean. Seasonal winds can have a significant Impact.  on agriculture, particularly in regions where rainfall is limited. Farmers rely on the monsoon or other seasonal winds in these areas to bring moisture to their crops. However, changes in wind patterns due to climate change can Disrupt. these seasonal rains, leading to crop failures and food shortages. Overall, seasonal winds are a vital part of the earth's weather system, and their effects are Felt. across the globe. [SSC CHSL 07/08/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) affects
Solution:'Affect' means to have an effect on something. The given passage states that seasonal winds are a natural phenomenon that affects weather patterns across the globe. Hence, 'affects' is the most appropriate answer.

19. Seasonal winds are a natural phenomenon that Affects. weather patterns across the globe. These winds are caused by the sun's unequal heating of the earth's surface, which creates differences in temperature and pressure between different regions. The movement of air from high-pressure areas to low-pressure areas causes seasonal winds to form, and their direction and intensity ___________ depending on the region and season. One of the most significant seasonal winds is the monsoon, which affects large parts of South Asia during the summer months. This wind system brings much-needed rain to the region, but it can also cause flooding and landslides, leading to loss of life and property damage. Other seasonal winds include the harmattan in West Africa, which is a dry, dusty wind that blows from the Sahara Desert towards the Atlantic coast, and the mistral in southern France, which is a strong, cold wind that blows down the Rhone Valley towards the Mediterranean. Seasonal winds can have a significant Impact.  on agriculture, particularly in regions where rainfall is limited. Farmers rely on the monsoon or other seasonal winds in these areas to bring moisture to their crops. However, changes in wind patterns due to climate change can Disrupt. these seasonal rains, leading to crop failures and food shortages. Overall, seasonal winds are a vital part of the earth's weather system, and their effects are Felt. across the globe. [SSC CHSL 07/08/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) vary
Solution:'Vary' means to change in amount or level. The given passage states that their direction and intensity vary depending on the region and season. Hence, 'vary' is the most appropriate answer.

20. Seasonal winds are a natural phenomenon that Affects. weather patterns across the globe. These winds are caused by the sun's unequal heating of the earth's surface, which creates differences in temperature and pressure between different regions. The movement of air from high-pressure areas to low-pressure areas causes seasonal winds to form, and their direction and intensity Vary depending on the region and season. One of the most significant seasonal winds is the monsoon, which affects large parts of South Asia during the summer months. This wind system brings much-needed rain to the region, but it can also cause flooding and landslides, leading to loss of life and property damage. Other seasonal winds include the harmattan in West Africa, which is a dry, dusty wind that blows from the Sahara Desert towards the Atlantic coast, and the mistral in southern France, which is a strong, cold wind that blows down the Rhone Valley towards the Mediterranean. Seasonal winds can have a significant ___________ .  on agriculture, particularly in regions where rainfall is limited. Farmers rely on the monsoon or other seasonal winds in these areas to bring moisture to their crops. However, changes in wind patterns due to climate change can Disrupt. these seasonal rains, leading to crop failures and food shortages. Overall, seasonal winds are a vital part of the earth's weather system, and their effects are Felt. across the globe. [SSC CHSL 07/08/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) impact
Solution:'Impact' means a marked effect or influence. The given passage states that seasonal winds have a significant impact on agriculture, particularly in regions where rainfall is limited. Hence, 'impact' is the most appropriate answer.