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Comprehension

📆 November 26, 2024

Total Questions: 50

1. Taekwondo is a form of empty hand martial arts combat that requires the athlete to use all parts of the body in competition. Taekwondo is a self-defence discipline; the name is derived from the Korean words 'tae', meaning kick, 'kwon', a punch or other blow with the hand or fist, and 'do', which is a way or method of operation. Among the general public, taekwondo is distinguished from other martial arts by its high speed, sweeping kicks and emphatic punches. As with judo, taekwondo was developed as a sport that is also representative of a moral code, where principles of loyalty, faithfulness, respect, and the preservation of an indomitable spirit form a significant part of taekwondo training. Beginning in 1945, shortly after the end of World War II and Japanese Occupation, new martial arts schools called kwans opened in Seoul. These schools were established by Korean martial artists with backgrounds in Japanese and Chinese martial arts. At the time, indigenous disciplines (such as Taekkyeon) were being forgotten, due to years of decline and repression by the Japanese colonial government. The umbrella term traditional Taekwondo typically refers to the martial arts practiced by the kwans during the 1940s and 1950s, though in reality the term 'Taekwondo' had not yet been coined at that time, and indeed each kwan (school) was practicing its own unique style of the Korean art. [SSC CHSL Tier II (02/11/2023)]

Which of the following is NOT a principle of Taekwondo ?

Correct Answer: (c) Disrespect
Solution:The passage mentions that taekwondo training involves principles such as loyalty, faithfulness, respect, and the preservation of an indomitable spirit. Hence, option (c) is not true.

2. Taekwondo is a form of empty hand martial arts combat that requires the athlete to use all parts of the body in competition. Taekwondo is a self-defence discipline; the name is derived from the Korean words 'tae', meaning kick, 'kwon', a punch or other blow with the hand or fist, and 'do', which is a way or method of operation. Among the general public, taekwondo is distinguished from other martial arts by its high speed, sweeping kicks and emphatic punches. As with judo, taekwondo was developed as a sport that is also representative of a moral code, where principles of loyalty, faithfulness, respect, and the preservation of an indomitable spirit form a significant part of taekwondo training. Beginning in 1945, shortly after the end of World War II and Japanese Occupation, new martial arts schools called kwans opened in Seoul. These schools were established by Korean martial artists with backgrounds in Japanese and Chinese martial arts. At the time, indigenous disciplines (such as Taekkyeon) were being forgotten, due to years of decline and repression by the Japanese colonial government. The umbrella term traditional Taekwondo typically refers to the martial arts practiced by the kwans during the 1940s and 1950s, though in reality the term 'Taekwondo' had not yet been coined at that time, and indeed each kwan (school) was practicing its own unique style of the Korean art. [SSC CHSL Tier II (02/11/2023)]

What is Taekwondo a form of ?

Correct Answer: (a) Martial arts
Solution:(Line/s from the passage- Taekwondo is a form of empty hand martial arts combat that requires the athlete to use all parts of the body in competition.)

3. Taekwondo is a form of empty hand martial arts combat that requires the athlete to use all parts of the body in competition. Taekwondo is a self-defence discipline; the name is derived from the Korean words 'tae', meaning kick, 'kwon', a punch or other blow with the hand or fist, and 'do', which is a way or method of operation. Among the general public, taekwondo is distinguished from other martial arts by its high speed, sweeping kicks and emphatic punches. As with judo, taekwondo was developed as a sport that is also representative of a moral code, where principles of loyalty, faithfulness, respect, and the preservation of an indomitable spirit form a significant part of taekwondo training. Beginning in 1945, shortly after the end of World War II and Japanese Occupation, new martial arts schools called kwans opened in Seoul. These schools were established by Korean martial artists with backgrounds in Japanese and Chinese martial arts. At the time, indigenous disciplines (such as Taekkyeon) were being forgotten, due to years of decline and repression by the Japanese colonial government. The umbrella term traditional Taekwondo typically refers to the martial arts practiced by the kwans during the 1940s and 1950s, though in reality the term 'Taekwondo' had not yet been coined at that time, and indeed each kwan (school) was practicing its own unique style of the Korean art. [SSC CHSL Tier II (02/11/2023)]

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Indomitable

Correct Answer: (c) Submissive
Solution:(c) Submissive- a willingness to allow control by other people or animals.

Indomitable- someone impossible to defeat or discourage.

Strong- having great physical or mental power.

Invincible- completely impossible to defeat or overcome.

Unstoppable- someone unable to be stopped or controlled.

4. Taekwondo is a form of empty hand martial arts combat that requires the athlete to use all parts of the body in competition. Taekwondo is a self-defence discipline; the name is derived from the Korean words 'tae', meaning kick, 'kwon', a punch or other blow with the hand or fist, and 'do', which is a way or method of operation. Among the general public, taekwondo is distinguished from other martial arts by its high speed, sweeping kicks and emphatic punches. As with judo, taekwondo was developed as a sport that is also representative of a moral code, where principles of loyalty, faithfulness, respect, and the preservation of an indomitable spirit form a significant part of taekwondo training. Beginning in 1945, shortly after the end of World War II and Japanese Occupation, new martial arts schools called kwans opened in Seoul. These schools were established by Korean martial artists with backgrounds in Japanese and Chinese martial arts. At the time, indigenous disciplines (such as Taekkyeon) were being forgotten, due to years of decline and repression by the Japanese colonial government. The umbrella term traditional Taekwondo typically refers to the martial arts practiced by the kwans during the 1940s and 1950s, though in reality the term 'Taekwondo' had not yet been coined at that time, and indeed each kwan (school) was practicing its own unique style of the Korean art. [SSC CHSL Tier II (02/11/2023)]

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Representative

Correct Answer: (c) Typical
Solution:Typical- showing the characteristics of a particular kind of person or thing.

Representative- one that serves as a type for others of the same classification.

Unusual- something not commonly occurring or done.

Theoretical- existing only as an idea, rather than being real or actually happening.

Aberrant- different from what is typical or usual.

5. Leadership does not exist without followership. A leader has to be accepted by the group which the former is supposed to lead. To gain acceptability, the leader should cause an emotive impact on the group members. The strength of character exhibited by leaders makes them dear to their followers. A leader is one who effectively inspires followers to achieve worthwhile things. What character of the leader motivates the followers? It is not pomp and show, neither flattery nor sanctioning more incentives. Pomp and show create a sense of awe and the leader is deified rather than emulated. Flattery is unrealistic and cannot serve as a long-term motivational tool. A leader’s style should be one that can be emulated by all irrespective of cadre, class and calibre. Simplicity in one’s day-to-day conduct is the only thing that can be adopted by all. [SSC CHSL Tier II (10/01/2024)]

Which of the following desired qualities of a leader is mentioned in the passage?

Correct Answer: (a) Simplicity
Solution:According to the passage, a leader's style should be one that can be emulated by everyone, and simplicity in day-to-day conduct is highlighted as the only thing that can be adopted by all.

6. Leadership does not exist without followership. A leader has to be accepted by the group which the former is supposed to lead. To gain acceptability, the leader should cause an emotive impact on the group members. The strength of character exhibited by leaders makes them dear to their followers. A leader is one who effectively inspires followers to achieve worthwhile things. What character of the leader motivates the followers? It is not pomp and show, neither flattery nor sanctioning more incentives. Pomp and show create a sense of awe and the leader is deified rather than emulated. Flattery is unrealistic and cannot serve as a long-term motivational tool. A leader’s style should be one that can be emulated by all irrespective of cadre, class and calibre. Simplicity in one’s day-to-day conduct is the only thing that can be adopted by all. [SSC CHSL Tier II (10/01/2024)]

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Emulate

Correct Answer: (b) Imitate
Solution:Imitate to behave in a similar way to someone or something else. Emulate to copy someone's behavior or try to be like someone you admire. Relax to become or cause someone to become calm and comfortable.

Suppose- to think that something is likely to be true.

Exhibit- to show something publicly.

7. Leadership does not exist without followership. A leader has to be accepted by the group which the former is supposed to lead. To gain acceptability, the leader should cause an emotive impact on the group members. The strength of character exhibited by leaders makes them dear to their followers. A leader is one who effectively inspires followers to achieve worthwhile things. What character of the leader motivates the followers? It is not pomp and show, neither flattery nor sanctioning more incentives. Pomp and show create a sense of awe and the leader is deified rather than emulated. Flattery is unrealistic and cannot serve as a long-term motivational tool. A leader’s style should be one that can be emulated by all irrespective of cadre, class and calibre. Simplicity in one’s day-to-day conduct is the only thing that can be adopted by all. [SSC CHSL Tier II (10/01/2024)]

According to the passage, why should the leader generate an emotive impact?

Correct Answer: (c) To gain acceptance by the members of the group
Solution:To gain acceptance by the members of the group. (Line/s from the passage To gain acceptability, the leader should cause an emotive impact on the group members.

8. Leadership does not exist without followership. A leader has to be accepted by the group which the former is supposed to lead. To gain acceptability, the leader should cause an emotive impact on the group members. The strength of character exhibited by leaders makes them dear to their followers. A leader is one who effectively inspires followers to achieve worthwhile things. What character of the leader motivates the followers? It is not pomp and show, neither flattery nor sanctioning more incentives. Pomp and show create a sense of awe and the leader is deified rather than emulated. Flattery is unrealistic and cannot serve as a long-term motivational tool. A leader’s style should be one that can be emulated by all irrespective of cadre, class and calibre. Simplicity in one’s day-to-day conduct is the only thing that can be adopted by all. [SSC CHSL Tier II (10/01/2024)]

Select the best summary of the passage?

Correct Answer: (a) A leader effectively inspires and guides his followers to achieve desired goals.
Solution:A leader effectively inspires and guides his followers to achieve desired goals.

The passage discusses the qualities and characteristics of effective leadership, emphasizing the importance of a leader's ability to inspire and guide followers to achieve desired goals. Hence, option (a) correctly summarizes the passage.

9. In 1888, an Atlantic contributor made the case for a “science of names.” “Parents are strangely careless and unscientific in giving names to children,” the contributor complained. “They forget that not only from the social point of view it is very advantageous to have one’s name remembered, but that from the business point of view notoriety is capital, and must be obtained by persistent and ingenious advertising.” Indeed, the contributor argued, a good name will give a child “a start in life equivalent to a cash capital of at least fifteen thousand dollars.” One way to ensure this head start? “Be guided by euphonic quality only.” Although not all of this contributor’s guidance can or should still apply today, the importance of a name to a child’s identity has stayed front of mind for many parents. A name can determine whether a child fits in or stands out—and many parents differ on which of those outcomes is preferable. [SSC CHSL Tier II (10/01/2024)]

According to the contributor, the parents are strangely careless and unscientific in giving names to children because

Correct Answer: (a) they do it without considering the business point of view
Solution:they do it without considering the business point of view. According to the contributor, parents are strangely careless and unscientific in giving names to children because they do it without considering the business point of view.

10. In 1888, an Atlantic contributor made the case for a “science of names.” “Parents are strangely careless and unscientific in giving names to children,” the contributor complained. “They forget that not only from the social point of view it is very advantageous to have one’s name remembered, but that from the business point of view notoriety is capital, and must be obtained by persistent and ingenious advertising.” Indeed, the contributor argued, a good name will give a child “a start in life equivalent to a cash capital of at least fifteen thousand dollars.” One way to ensure this head start? “Be guided by euphonic quality only.” Although not all of this contributor’s guidance can or should still apply today, the importance of a name to a child’s identity has stayed front of mind for many parents. A name can determine whether a child fits in or stands out—and many parents differ on which of those outcomes is preferable. [SSC CHSL Tier II (10/01/2024)]

Select the most appropriate word in the passage which means ‘pleasing and sweet sound’.

Correct Answer: (d) Euphonic
Solution:Euphonic- pleasing and sweet sound.
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