RBI OFFICER GRADE ‘B’ ONLINE EXAM Held on : 25.08.2013 (Part-II)

Total Questions: 50

31. In each of the following questions, a sentence/passage is given with two blank spaces. Three phrases/sentences are given below, two of which can be placed in blank spaces to make a meaningful sentence/passage. If none of the phrases/sentences is appropriate, mark (5) as the answer.

We are _____ a great chemical experiment and ____ to scientists.

A. living in the midst of

B. some serious consequences are becoming apparent

C. in threat of

Correct Answer: (1) A and B

32. In each of the following questions, a sentence/passage is given with two blank spaces. Three phrases/sentences are given below, two of which can be placed in blank spaces to make a meaningful sentence/passage. If none of the phrases/sentences is appropriate, mark (5) as the answer.

The ensure _____ and thus facilitate economic growth China _____ North Korea.

A. destabilisation of a flash point

B. a stable security environment within the region

C. played an active role in facilitating negotiations with

Correct Answer: (2) B and C

33. In each of the following questions, a sentence/passage is given with two blank spaces. Three phrases/sentences are given below, two of which can be placed in blank spaces to make a meaningful sentence/passage. If none of the phrases/sentences is appropriate, mark (5) as the answer.

Indian corporate leaders ____ global giants ____ and market share.

A. had done well standing up

B. as their companies have grown in size

C. have done well standing up to

Correct Answer: (3) C and B

34. In each of the following questions, a sentence/passage is given with two blank spaces. Three phrases/sentences are given below, two of which can be placed in blank spaces to make a meaningful sentence/passage. If none of the phrases/sentences is appropriate, mark (5) as the answer.

Every country has ____ for citizens _____.

A. lay down comprehensive rules

B. laid down comprehensive series of practical rules.

C. for resolving mutual contradictory rights and interests.

Correct Answer: (2) B and C

35. In each of the following questions, a sentence/passage is given with two blank spaces. Three phrases/sentences are given below, two of which can be placed in blank spaces to make a meaningful sentence/passage. If none of the phrases/sentences is appropriate, mark (5) as the answer.

____ that the developed world ____ of the world's poor.

A. It is a myth

B. already gives plenty of aid

C. It was a myth

Correct Answer: (1) A and B

36. In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the passage and against each five words/phrases are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word/ phrase in each case.

Marine life (86) along the coast and in the ocean results from harmful fishing practices such as trawling or dynamite fishing; poor land use practices in agricultural, (87) development and forestry sectors; and the human activities such as mining and anchoring. Destroyed habitats include sea grasses, marshes, corals and mangroves - all of which are important nurseries for fish and critical for buffering coasts from storm damage. Damaging habitat can lead to increased (88) and sedimentation, increased impact from storms, fewer (89) grounds and fewer places for animals and plants to live. Destructive fishing, land- based sedimentation, dredging, marine recreation, typhoons and storms, poor agricultural practices, and coastal develoment and land (90) increasingly (91) and devastate productive marine habitats. One major ecological impact derives from increased sediment loads in coastal waters from acvities such as logging. Sedimentation, which produces turbidity and limits the (92) of sunlight (93) primary and secondary producers- thus altering food web dynamics. The smothering of coral reefs by sediment also (94) fish and produces ecosystem changes. Chemicals in sediments, such as DDT or heavy metals, may bioaccumulate in marine life as well. Oil spilling is also major problem for the destruction of the (95) life.

Correct Answer: (1) destruction

37. In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the passage and against each five words/phrases are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word/ phrase in each case.

Marine life (86) along the coast and in the ocean results from harmful fishing practices such as trawling or dynamite fishing; poor land use practices in agricultural, (87) development and forestry sectors; and the human activities such as mining and anchoring. Destroyed habitats include sea grasses, marshes, corals and mangroves - all of which are important nurseries for fish and critical for buffering coasts from storm damage. Damaging habitat can lead to increased (88) and sedimentation, increased impact from storms, fewer (89) grounds and fewer places for animals and plants to live. Destructive fishing, land- based sedimentation, dredging, marine recreation, typhoons and storms, poor agricultural practices, and coastal develoment and land (90) increasingly (91) and devastate productive marine habitats. One major ecological impact derives from increased sediment loads in coastal waters from acvities such as logging. Sedimentation, which produces turbidity and limits the (92) of sunlight (93) primary and secondary producers- thus altering food web dynamics. The smothering of coral reefs by sediment also (94) fish and produces ecosystem changes. Chemicals in sediments, such as DDT or heavy metals, may bioaccumulate in marine life as well. Oil spilling is also major problem for the destruction of the (95) life.

Correct Answer: (2) coastal

38. In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the passage and against each five words/phrases are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word/ phrase in each case.

Marine life (86) along the coast and in the ocean results from harmful fishing practices such as trawling or dynamite fishing; poor land use practices in agricultural, (87) development and forestry sectors; and the human activities such as mining and anchoring. Destroyed habitats include sea grasses, marshes, corals and mangroves - all of which are important nurseries for fish and critical for buffering coasts from storm damage. Damaging habitat can lead to increased (88) and sedimentation, increased impact from storms, fewer (89) grounds and fewer places for animals and plants to live. Destructive fishing, land- based sedimentation, dredging, marine recreation, typhoons and storms, poor agricultural practices, and coastal develoment and land (90) increasingly (91) and devastate productive marine habitats. One major ecological impact derives from increased sediment loads in coastal waters from acvities such as logging. Sedimentation, which produces turbidity and limits the (92) of sunlight (93) primary and secondary producers- thus altering food web dynamics. The smothering of coral reefs by sediment also (94) fish and produces ecosystem changes. Chemicals in sediments, such as DDT or heavy metals, may bioaccumulate in marine life as well. Oil spilling is also major problem for the destruction of the (95) life.

Correct Answer: (3) erosion

39. In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the passage and against each five words/phrases are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word/ phrase in each case.

Marine life (86) along the coast and in the ocean results from harmful fishing practices such as trawling or dynamite fishing; poor land use practices in agricultural, (87) development and forestry sectors; and the human activities such as mining and anchoring. Destroyed habitats include sea grasses, marshes, corals and mangroves - all of which are important nurseries for fish and critical for buffering coasts from storm damage. Damaging habitat can lead to increased (88) and sedimentation, increased impact from storms, fewer (89) grounds and fewer places for animals and plants to live. Destructive fishing, land- based sedimentation, dredging, marine recreation, typhoons and storms, poor agricultural practices, and coastal develoment and land (90) increasingly (91) and devastate productive marine habitats. One major ecological impact derives from increased sediment loads in coastal waters from acvities such as logging. Sedimentation, which produces turbidity and limits the (92) of sunlight (93) primary and secondary producers- thus altering food web dynamics. The smothering of coral reefs by sediment also (94) fish and produces ecosystem changes. Chemicals in sediments, such as DDT or heavy metals, may bioaccumulate in marine life as well. Oil spilling is also major problem for the destruction of the (95) life.

Correct Answer: (4) nursery

40. In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the passage and against each five words/phrases are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word/ phrase in each case.

Marine life (86) along the coast and in the ocean results from harmful fishing practices such as trawling or dynamite fishing; poor land use practices in agricultural, (87) development and forestry sectors; and the human activities such as mining and anchoring. Destroyed habitats include sea grasses, marshes, corals and mangroves - all of which are important nurseries for fish and critical for buffering coasts from storm damage. Damaging habitat can lead to increased (88) and sedimentation, increased impact from storms, fewer (89) grounds and fewer places for animals and plants to live. Destructive fishing, land- based sedimentation, dredging, marine recreation, typhoons and storms, poor agricultural practices, and coastal develoment and land (90) increasingly (91) and devastate productive marine habitats. One major ecological impact derives from increased sediment loads in coastal waters from acvities such as logging. Sedimentation, which produces turbidity and limits the (92) of sunlight (93) primary and secondary producers- thus altering food web dynamics. The smothering of coral reefs by sediment also (94) fish and produces ecosystem changes. Chemicals in sediments, such as DDT or heavy metals, may bioaccumulate in marine life as well. Oil spilling is also major problem for the destruction of the (95) life.

Correct Answer: (1) reclamation