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Cloze Test part-8

📆 November 23, 2024

Total Questions: 50

1. Money does not come from trees, as my grandmother used to say; But seeing it emerge from machines would shock her! Slip a card into a machine, press a couple of buttons and find new and fresh notes carrying out of a space this is a standard undertaking today. Today, ATMs, or automated teller machines, can be found in most towns and cities. You are able to withdraw cash at any time, day or night, because they typically operate around the clock. In 1968, Don Wetzel, along with Tom Barnes and George Chastan, developed the first modem and successful ATM in the United States. Although the ATM concept was first Proposed in 1968, a functional prototype was constructed in 1969, and Docutel was granted a patent in 1973. A 'data terminal' is all an ATM is. A point where data can be entered or retrieved via a link to the 'Boss-in-Charge', a large computer known as a host processor, is referred to as a 'data terminal'. Many of these terminals are connected to this host processor, which is spread out __________ the city or country. Usually, the host processor belongs to the bank. If it is a dial-up device, it connects to the various terminals via a modem and telephone line. Alternately, the host processor may establish a 'leased line connection' with all ATMs. This indicates that a modem is not required to dial into a single telephone line that is solely dedicated to the host processor. This line can only be used by you. It is always accessible to the boss-in-charge for his or her exclusive use. These exclusive lines are expensive, but they are useful in areas where daily transactions are extremely high. The host processor connects to the ATMs via either a dial-up or leased line connection, depending on the bank and the number of customers it serves. [SSC CGL 21/07/2023 (4th shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) across
Solution:'Across' means extending from one side to the other side of something. The given passage states that many of these terminals are connected to this host processor, which is spread out across the city or country. Hence, 'across' is the most appropriate answer.

2. Money does not come from trees, as my grandmother used to say; But seeing it emerge from machines would shock her! Slip a card into a machine, press a couple of buttons and find new and fresh notes carrying out of a space this is a standard undertaking today. Today, ATMs, or automated teller machines, can be found in most towns and cities. You are able to withdraw cash at any time, day or night, because they typically operate around the clock. In 1968, Don Wetzel, along with Tom Barnes and George Chastan, developed the first modem and successful ATM in the United States. Although the ATM concept was first Proposed in 1968, a functional prototype was constructed in 1969, and Docutel was granted a patent in 1973. A 'data terminal' is all an ATM is. A point where data can be entered or retrieved via a link to the 'Boss-in-Charge', a large computer known as a host processor, is referred to as a 'data terminal'. Many of these terminals are connected to this host processor, which is spread out across the city or country. Usually, the host processor belongs to the bank. If it is a dial-up device, it connects to the various terminals via a modem and telephone line. Alternately, the host processor may establish a 'leased line connection' with all ATMs. This indicates that a modem is not required to dial into a single telephone line that is solely dedicated to the host processor. This line can only be used by you. It is always accessible to the boss-in-charge for his or her exclusive use. These exclusive lines are expensive, but they are useful in areas where daily transactions are extremely high. The host processor connects to the ATMs via either a dial-up or leased line connection, ___________ on the bank and the number of customers it serves. [SSC CGL 21/07/2023 (4th shift)]

Correct Answer: (a) depending
Solution:'Depending' means relying on or influenced by certain conditions or factors. The given passage states that The host processor connects to the ATMs via either a dial-up or leased line connection, depending on the bank and the number of customers it serves. Hence, 'depending' is the most appropriate answer.

3. Social media can have  _____________ effects on mental health, with studies suggesting that excessive use can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. To combat these negative effects, experts recommend setting  rules for social media use. Other strategies include  interacting with friends and family in person, engaging in hobbies or physical activity, and seeking professional  guidance if necessary. As such, it's important to be  cognizant of its potential drawbacks and take steps to use it in a healthy and balanced way. [SSC CGL 24/07/2023 (1st shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) detrimental
Solution:Detrimental’ means harmful or damaging. The given passage states that social media can have harmful effects on mental health, with studies suggesting that excessive use can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Hence, ‘detrimental’ is the most appropriate answer.

4. Social media can have  Detrimental effects on mental health, with studies suggesting that excessive use can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. To combat these negative effects, experts recommend setting  __________ for social media use. Other strategies include  interacting with friends and family in person, engaging in hobbies or physical activity, and seeking professional  guidance if necessary. As such, it's important to be  cognizant of its potential drawbacks and take steps to use it in a healthy and balanced way. [SSC CGL 24/07/2023 (1st shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) rules
Solution:‘Rules’ means specific guidelines or instructions. The given passage states that experts recommend setting rules for the use of social media to combat these negative effects. Hence, ‘rules’ is the most appropriate answer.

5. Social media can have  Detrimental effects on mental health, with studies suggesting that excessive use can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. To combat these negative effects, experts recommend setting  rules for social media use. Other strategies include  ___________ with friends and family in person, engaging in hobbies or physical activity, and seeking professional  guidance if necessary. As such, it's important to be  cognizant of its potential drawbacks and take steps to use it in a healthy and balanced way. [SSC CGL 24/07/2023 (1st shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) interacting
Solution:‘Interact’ means to engage or communicate with others. The given passage states that other strategies include communicating with friends and family in person, engaging in hobbies or physical activity. Hence, ‘interacting’ is the most appropriate answer.

6. Social media can have  Detrimental effects on mental health, with studies suggesting that excessive use can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. To combat these negative effects, experts recommend setting  rules for social media use. Other strategies include  interacting with friends and family in person, engaging in hobbies or physical activity, and seeking professional  ________ if necessary. As such, it's important to be  cognizant of its potential drawbacks and take steps to use it in a healthy and balanced way. [SSC CGL 24/07/2023 (1st shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) guidance
Solution:‘Guidance’ means advice or direction provided to help make decisions. The given passage states that other strategies include interacting with friends and family in person, engaging in hobbies or physical activity, seeking professional guidance if necessary. Hence, ‘guidance’ is the most appropriate answer.

7. Social media can have  Detrimental effects on mental health, with studies suggesting that excessive use can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. To combat these negative effects, experts recommend setting  rules for social media use. Other strategies include  interacting with friends and family in person, engaging in hobbies or physical activity, and seeking professional  guidance if necessary. As such, it's important to be  ________ of its potential drawbacks and take steps to use it in a healthy and balanced way. [SSC CGL 24/07/2023 (1st shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) cognizant
Solution:‘Cognizant’ means being aware or conscious of something. The given passage states that it's important to be aware of its possible disadvantages and take steps to use it in a healthy and balanced way. Hence, ‘cognizant’ is the most appropriate answer.

8. Since the 17th century, manure has been utilized in agriculture. In those days, they didn't know how plants got the  ________ they needed. They would toss wood debris, fish remains and other side-effects in an unfilled land to dispose of them. However, it wasn't long before people began to notice that the grass, bushes and shrubs there were beginning to  Flourish. They came to the conclusion that the soil supplied the plants with the nutrients they needed, and that organic remains could aid in this process. Because manure is  Derived from animals and plants, it not only provides a wide range of plant nutrients but also improves the structure of the soil. Farmers gradually began using fertilisers as well because they understood that if their farmlands were treated in a similar manner, the growth of their crops would also improve. It bonds the soil particles together to form soil crumbs, which are necessary for cultivating soil. Additionally, the addition of manure to the soil aids in the prevention of soil erosion and the loss of plant nutrients during precipitation. Commercial fertilisers, in contrast to manure, are inorganic  Substances that do not alter the structure of the soil. Their function is to provide the sprouting plants with additional nutrients. A farmer ought to know when and how to apply a particular kind of fertilisers. When the plants require a particular nutrient the most, use it. If fertilisers haven't been added correctly to the soil, their roots won't be able to take in a lot. Rainwater could wash away these fertilisers, or they could end up  Harming the plants instead, costing the farmer money. [SSC CGL 25/07/2023 (2nd shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) nutrients
Solution:Nutrients’ means substances that provide nourishment and support for growth. The given passage states that they didn't know how plants got the nutrients they needed. Hence, ‘nutrients’ is the most appropriate answer.

9. Since the 17th century, manure has been utilized in agriculture. In those days, they didn't know how plants got the  Nutrients they needed. They would toss wood debris, fish remains and other side-effects in an unfilled land to dispose of them. However, it wasn't long before people began to notice that the grass, bushes and shrubs there were beginning to  _________ . They came to the conclusion that the soil supplied the plants with the nutrients they needed, and that organic remains could aid in this process. Because manure is  Derived from animals and plants, it not only provides a wide range of plant nutrients but also improves the structure of the soil. Farmers gradually began using fertilisers as well because they understood that if their farmlands were treated in a similar manner, the growth of their crops would also improve. It bonds the soil particles together to form soil crumbs, which are necessary for cultivating soil. Additionally, the addition of manure to the soil aids in the prevention of soil erosion and the loss of plant nutrients during precipitation. Commercial fertilisers, in contrast to manure, are inorganic  Substances that do not alter the structure of the soil. Their function is to provide the sprouting plants with additional nutrients. A farmer ought to know when and how to apply a particular kind of fertilisers. When the plants require a particular nutrient the most, use it. If fertilisers haven't been added correctly to the soil, their roots won't be able to take in a lot. Rainwater could wash away these fertilisers, or they could end up  Harming the plants instead, costing the farmer money. [SSC CGL 25/07/2023 (2nd shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) flourish
Solution:‘Flourish’ means to grow or develop in a healthy and quick way. The given passage states that it wasn't long before people began to notice that the grass, bushes and shrubs there were beginning to flourish. Hence, ‘flourish’ is the most appropriate answer.

10. Since the 17th century, manure has been utilized in agriculture. In those days, they didn't know how plants got the  Nutrients they needed. They would toss wood debris, fish remains and other side-effects in an unfilled land to dispose of them. However, it wasn't long before people began to notice that the grass, bushes and shrubs there were beginning to  Flourish. They came to the conclusion that the soil supplied the plants with the nutrients they needed, and that organic remains could aid in this process. Because manure is  ________  from animals and plants, it not only provides a wide range of plant nutrients but also improves the structure of the soil. Farmers gradually began using fertilisers as well because they understood that if their farmlands were treated in a similar manner, the growth of their crops would also improve. It bonds the soil particles together to form soil crumbs, which are necessary for cultivating soil. Additionally, the addition of manure to the soil aids in the prevention of soil erosion and the loss of plant nutrients during precipitation. Commercial fertilisers, in contrast to manure, are inorganic  Substances that do not alter the structure of the soil. Their function is to provide the sprouting plants with additional nutrients. A farmer ought to know when and how to apply a particular kind of fertilisers. When the plants require a particular nutrient the most, use it. If fertilisers haven't been added correctly to the soil, their roots won't be able to take in a lot. Rainwater could wash away these fertilisers, or they could end up  Harming the plants instead, costing the farmer money. [SSC CGL 25/07/2023 (2nd shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) derived
Solution:‘Derived’ means to obtain something from a specified source. The given passage states that manure is derived from animals and plants. Hence, ‘derived’ is the most appropriate answer.
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