English » Reading Comprehension
Directions (1-3) : Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it.
To write well you have to be able to write clearly and logically, and you cannot do this unless you can think clearly and logically. If you cannot do this yet you should train yourself to do it by taking particular problems and following them through, point by point, to a solution, without leaving anything out and without avoiding any difficulties that you meet. At first you find clear, step-by-step thought very difficult. You may find that your mind is not able to concentrate. Several unconnected ideas may occur together. But practice will improve your ability to concentrate on a single idea and think about it clearly and logically. In order to increase you vocabulary and to improve your style, you should read widely and use a good dictionary to help you find the exact meanings and correct usages of words. Always remember that regular and frequent practice is necessary if you want to learn to write well. It is no good waiting until you have an inspiration before you write. Even with the most famous writers, inspiration is rare. Someone said that writing is ninety-nine per cent hard work and one per cent inspiration, so the sooner you get into the habit of disciplining yourself to write, the better.
Question-1 : To write well, a person must train himself in :
dealing with a difficult problem
not leaving anything out
thinking clearly and logically
following a step-by-step approach
English » Reading Comprehension
Directions (1-3) : Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it.
To write well you have to be able to write clearly and logically, and you cannot do this unless you can think clearly and logically. If you cannot do this yet you should train yourself to do it by taking particular problems and following them through, point by point, to a solution, without leaving anything out and without avoiding any difficulties that you meet. At first you find clear, step-by-step thought very difficult. You may find that your mind is not able to concentrate. Several unconnected ideas may occur together. But practice will improve your ability to concentrate on a single idea and think about it clearly and logically. In order to increase you vocabulary and to improve your style, you should read widely and use a good dictionary to help you find the exact meanings and correct usages of words. Always remember that regular and frequent practice is necessary if you want to learn to write well. It is no good waiting until you have an inspiration before you write. Even with the most famous writers, inspiration is rare. Someone said that writing is ninety-nine per cent hard work and one per cent inspiration, so the sooner you get into the habit of disciplining yourself to write, the better.
Question-2 : Initially it is difficult to write because :
a good dictionary is not used
ideas occur without any sequence
aids to correct writing are not known
exact usages of words are not known
English » Reading Comprehension
Directions (1-3) : Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it.
To write well you have to be able to write clearly and logically, and you cannot do this unless you can think clearly and logically. If you cannot do this yet you should train yourself to do it by taking particular problems and following them through, point by point, to a solution, without leaving anything out and without avoiding any difficulties that you meet. At first you find clear, step-by-step thought very difficult. You may find that your mind is not able to concentrate. Several unconnected ideas may occur together. But practice will improve your ability to concentrate on a single idea and think about it clearly and logically. In order to increase you vocabulary and to improve your style, you should read widely and use a good dictionary to help you find the exact meanings and correct usages of words. Always remember that regular and frequent practice is necessary if you want to learn to write well. It is no good waiting until you have an inspiration before you write. Even with the most famous writers, inspiration is rare. Someone said that writing is ninety-nine per cent hard work and one per cent inspiration, so the sooner you get into the habit of disciplining yourself to write, the better.
Question-3 : Famous writers have achieved success by :
using their linguistic resources properly
disciplining their skill
following only one idea
waiting for inspiration
English » One Word Substitution
Directions (4-5) : Choose one word of the given sentences.
An expert in an area of the fine or other arts :
neophyte
amateur
connoisseur
enthusiast
English » One Word Substitution
Directions (4-5) : Choose one word of the given sentences.
The art of preserving skin of animals, birds, fishes :
Topology
Taxonomy
Seismology
Taxidermy
English » Fill in the blanks
Directions : Fill in the blanks with suitable options.
He thought that my car _________ for sale.
is
was
has been
will be
English » Synonyms
Select the synonym of the given word.
Vivacious
poisonous
energetic
tricky
slow
English » Antonyms
Select the antonym of the given word.
Vanity
Humanity
Humility
Pretension
Arrogance
English » Spotting Errors
Find the error in the given sentence.
He was (A)/ not in a position to state (B)/ the speed the ship travelled. (C)/ No error (D)
A
B
C
D
English » Spellings
Find the correctly spelt word.
Recommended
Reccommended
Recomended
Recommendid
English » Para jumbles
Arrange the sentences in a meaningful order.
The leader of opposition :
P. in the manner he had planned to convince them
Q. On realizing that he had failed to convince the assembly
R. Who had a reputation for speech making
S. was very much disappointed
QSRP
PSRQ
SPRQ
RSQP
English » Idioms and Phrases
Directions (12-13) : Find the meaning of the given idioms/phrases.
To fight tooth and nail :
To fight a losing battle
To fight purposefully
To fight cowardly
To make every possible effort to win
English » Idioms and Phrases
Directions (12-13) : Find the meaning of the given idioms/phrases.
To throw cold water on:
To boast and brag
To get a hint
To frustrate or discourage
A person who shifts his position
English » Active/Passive Voice
Change the voice of the given sentence.
The principal kept the staff members waiting :
The staff members were kept waiting by the principal
The staff members are kept waiting for the principal
The staff members were being kept waiting by the principal
The staff members kept waiting for the principal
English » Direct Indirect Speech
Change the narration of the given sentence.
She said, "how clever I am !".
She told that she was very clever.
She exclaimed that she was very clever.
She applauded herself by saying that she was very clever.
She said that how clever was she?
English » Fill in the blanks
Directions (16-20) : Fill in the blanks with suitable opposition.
He was elected _______ President.
a
an
the
No article
English » Fill in the blanks
Directions (16-20) : Fill in the blanks with suitable opposition.
I asked him _______ he would help me.
if
that
else
lest
English » Fill in the blanks
Directions (16-20) : Fill in the blanks with suitable opposition.
He is intent _________ visiting norway.
to
for
on
by
English » Fill in the blanks
Directions (16-20) : Fill in the blanks with suitable opposition.
He succeeded _________ convincing his critics.
to
for
in
at
English » Fill in the blanks
Directions (16-20) : Fill in the blanks with suitable opposition.
None should hate ________ neighbour.
one's
none's
her
his