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Cloze Test part-8

📆 November 23, 2024

Total Questions: 50

31. The earliest kind of print technology was developed in China. This was a system of hand  printing. From AD 594 onwards,  books in China were printed by  rubbing paper, against the inked surface  __________ woodblocks. As both sides of  the thin, porous sheet could not be printed, the traditional Chinese 'accordion book' was folded and stitched at the side. [Graduate Level 28/06/2023 (Shift - 3)]

Correct Answer: (a) of
Solution:Preposition 'of' is used to indicate something being part of something. Hence, 'of' is the most appropriate answer.

32. The earliest kind of print technology was developed in China. This was a system of hand  printing. From AD 594 onwards,  books in China were printed by  rubbing paper, against the inked surface  of woodblocks. As both sides of  ________ thin, porous sheet could not be printed, the traditional Chinese 'accordion book' was folded and stitched at the side. [Graduate Level 28/06/2023 (Shift - 3)]

Correct Answer: (d) the
Solution:The 'thin, porous sheet' mentioned in the given passage is specific and we generally use the definite article 'the' before any specific or particular noun. Hence, 'the thin, porous sheet' is the most appropriate answer.

33. Bottled water demonstrates how much humans _________ nature, reflecting the tremendous value they place on it. On the other hand, bottled water indicates  contempt for nature's complexities, displaying the irony that may lead to the mutual annihilation of humanity and the  environment. The finest example is the  sale of bottled water, which is the commercialization of natural resources. Holding bottled water, it is clear to see a gorgeous image of a lake and a small  piece of blue and green plastic around its neck. [Higher Secondary 27/06/2023 (Shift - 3)]

Correct Answer: (a) commodify
Solution:Sommodify Means to make commercial. The given passage Cotes that Bottled water demonstrates how much humane states odify nature, reflecting the tremendous value they place on it. Hence, 'commodify' is the most appropriate answer.

34. Bottled water demonstrates how much humans commodify nature, reflecting the tremendous value they place on it. On the other hand, bottled water indicates  _________ for nature's complexities, displaying the irony that may lead to the mutual annihilation of humanity and the  environment. The finest example is the  sale of bottled water, which is the commercialization of natural resources. Holding bottled water, it is clear to see a gorgeous image of a lake and a small  piece of blue and green plastic around its neck. [Higher Secondary 27/06/2023 (Shift - 3)]

Correct Answer: (b) contempt
Solution:Contempt' means a strong feeling of lack of respect for someone or something. The given passage states that on the other hand, bottled water indicates contempt for nature's complexities, displaying the irony that may lead to the mutual annihilation of humanity. Hence, 'Contempt' is the most appropriate answer.

35. Bottled water demonstrates how much humans commodify nature, reflecting the tremendous value they place on it. On the other hand, bottled water indicates  contempt for nature's complexities, displaying the irony that may lead to the mutual annihilation of humanity and the  __________ . The finest example is the  sale of bottled water, which is the commercialization of natural resources. Holding bottled water, it is clear to see a gorgeous image of a lake and a small  piece of blue and green plastic around its neck. [Higher Secondary 27/06/2023 (Shift - 3)]

Correct Answer: (d) environment
Solution:Environment' means Surroundings and nature. The given passage states that on the other hand, bottled water indicates contempt for nature's complexities, displaying the irony that may lead to the mutual annihilation of humanity and the environment. Hence, 'environment' is the most appropriate answer.

36. Bottled water demonstrates how much humans commodify nature, reflecting the tremendous value they place on it. On the other hand, bottled water indicates  contempt for nature's complexities, displaying the irony that may lead to the mutual annihilation of humanity and the  environment. The finest example is the  __________ of bottled water, which is the commercialization of natural resources. Holding bottled water, it is clear to see a gorgeous image of a lake and a small  piece of blue and green plastic around its neck. [Higher Secondary 27/06/2023 (Shift - 3)]

Correct Answer: (d) sale
Solution:'Sale' means the act of selling. The given passage states that the finest example is the sale of bottled water, which is the commercialisation of natural resources. Hence, 'sale' is the most appropriate answer

37. Bottled water demonstrates how much humans commodify nature, reflecting the tremendous value they place on it. On the other hand, bottled water indicates  contempt for nature's complexities, displaying the irony that may lead to the mutual annihilation of humanity and the  environment. The finest example is the  sale of bottled water, which is the commercialization of natural resources. Holding bottled water, it is clear to see a gorgeous image of a lake and a small  __________ of blue and green plastic around its neck. [Higher Secondary 27/06/2023 (Shift - 3)]

Correct Answer: (d) piece
Solution:'Piece' means a part of something. The given passage states that Holding bottled water, it is clear to see a gorgeous image of a lake and a small piece of blue and green plastic around its neck. Hence, 'piece' is the most appropriate answer.

38. Shark Tank has struck a chord with the aspiring, hardworking people who have a  ___________ and a stake in India's future in a very short period since its  debut . What is particularly exciting to observe are the stories from across India  taking centre stage to carve out their individuality via entrepreneurial  enthusiasm . The sharks have made incredible  agreements with new ventures ranging from gadget start-ups to food firms. [Matriculation Level 28/06/2023 (Shift - 4)]

Correct Answer: (a) vision
Solution:Vision' means a clear idea or plan for the future. The given passage states that Shark Tank has struck a chord with people who have a vision for India's future. Hence, 'vision' is the most appropriate answer.

39. Shark Tank has struck a chord with the aspiring, hardworking people who have a  vision and a stake in India's future in a very short period since its  _________ . What is particularly exciting to observe are the stories from across India  taking centre stage to carve out their individuality via entrepreneurial  enthusiasm . The sharks have made incredible  agreements with new ventures ranging from gadget start-ups to food firms. [Matriculation Level 28/06/2023 (Shift - 4)]

Correct Answer: (b) debut
Solution:Debut' means the first appearance of something. The given passage states that Shark Tank has made its appearance in India in a very short period of time. Hence, 'debut' is the most appropriate answer.

40. Shark Tank has struck a chord with the aspiring, hardworking people who have a  vision and a stake in India's future in a very short period since its  debut . What is particularly exciting to observe are the stories from across India  _________ centre stage to carve out their individuality via entrepreneurial  enthusiasm . The sharks have made incredible  agreements with new ventures ranging from gadget start-ups to food firms. [Matriculation Level 28/06/2023 (Shift - 4)]

Correct Answer: (c) taking
Solution:'Taking' means to gain or capture something. The given passage states that people from all over India are taking the stage to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams and create their own unique identities. Hence, 'taking' is the most appropriate answer.
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