2. Solve Verbal Ability MCQs.

Date 05/08/2024

(MCQs on various topics including parts of speech, active and passive voice, direct and
indirect speech, fill in the blanks, sentence rearrangement, sentence improvement, sentence
formation, sentence correction, and sentence completion)

Reading Comprehension
Climate change is arguably the most pressing issue of our time. The overwhelming scientific
consensus indicates that human activities, particularly the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation,
are driving significant changes in the Earth's climate. These changes are leading to more frequent
and severe weather events, rising sea levels, and disruptions to ecosystems and agriculture. The
urgency of addressing climate change cannot be overstated; if left unchecked, it poses a threat not
only to the environment but also to global economic stability and human health. Efforts to mitigate
climate change must be comprehensive and involve international cooperation. Policies aimed at
reducing greenhouse gas emissions, investing in renewable energy sources, and promoting
sustainable practices are essential. Additionally, public awareness and education about the impacts
of climate change and the steps individuals can take to reduce their carbon footprint are crucial.
While the economic costs of these measures are significant, the long-term benefits of preventing
catastrophic climate outcomes far outweigh the immediate expenses. Despite some resistance from
certain sectors, the momentum towards a more sustainable future is growing. Governments,
businesses, and communities around the world are increasingly recognizing the importance of
taking action. The transition to a low-carbon economy presents both challenges and opportunities,
and it is imperative that we act decisively and collectively to safeguard the planet for future
generations.
Q 1.What is the primary purpose of the passage?
A) To inform about the latest technological advancements
B) To argue the benefits of renewable energy
C) To describe the history of artificial intelligence
D) To explore the impact of social media on society
Q 2: Which of the following best summarizes the author’s viewpoint on climate change?
A) Climate change is a natural phenomenon and should not be a major concern.
B) Human activities significantly contribute to climate change, and urgent actions are needed.
C) Technological advancements will solve climate change without any need for behavioural changes.
D) There is not enough evidence to support the existence of climate change.
Q3. According to the passage, what is the main consequence of deforestation?

A) Increased agricultural productivity

B) Loss of biodiversity
C) Reduction in air pollution
D) Improvement in urban development
Q 4: What does the author imply about the current state of renewable energy sources?

A) They are less efficient than traditional energy sources.

B) They are becoming more cost-effective and widely adopted.
C) They are unlikely to replace fossil fuels in the near future.
D) They have reached their full potential and no further improvements are expected.
Q 5: Which of the following statements is most likely to be found in a paragraph following
the passage?
A) Detailed statistics on the decline of marine life populations
B) Personal anecdotes about the effects of pollution
C) A summary of government policies addressing climate change
D) An analysis of the economic benefits of environmental conservation.

Sentence Correction Questions:

Q.1 The committee has made their decision.

A) has made their decision B) have made their decision C) has made its decision D) have made its
decision

Q. 2: Neither the CEO nor the employees was happy with the new policy.
A) was happy with the new policy
B) were happy with the new policy
C) is happy with the new policy
D) is happy with the new policies

Q3: Each of the participants were given a certificate.

A) were given a certificate B) was given a certificate C) is given a certificate D) are given a
certificate

Q.4: The data suggests that there is an improvement in the system's performance.
A) suggests that there is B) suggest that there is C) suggests that there are D) suggest that there are

Q 5 : The teacher, along with her students, are planning a field trip.
A) are planning a field trip
B) is planning a field trip
C) have planned a field trip
D) were planning a field trip

Critical Reasoning
"In recent years, technology has revolutionized the educational landscape. Digital tools and online
platforms have made learning more accessible and engaging for students of all ages. With the
advent of e-learning, students can access a wealth of information and resources from anywhere in
the world, breaking down geographical barriers and democratizing education. Interactive
simulations and educational games make learning more dynamic and enjoyable, catering to diverse
learning styles. However, there are also challenges associated with this shift. The digital divide
remains a significant issue, with students from underprivileged backgrounds often lacking access
to necessary technology. Moreover, there is a risk of over-reliance on technology, which can detract
from the development of critical thinking and interpersonal skills. Teachers must balance the use
of technology with traditional teaching methods to create a holistic educational experience.
Ultimately, while technology offers tremendous potential to enhance education, it must be
implemented thoughtfully to ensure it benefits all students."

Q 6: If the argument is true, which of the following must also be true?

A) The policy will not succeed without proper implementation.
B) The success of the policy depends solely on public opinion.
C) The policy is likely to face significant opposition.
D) The policy has been successful in other regions.

Q 7: What is the primary assumption underlying the author’s argument?

A) That all stakeholders will support the new initiative.
B) That the benefits of the initiative outweigh the costs.
C) That there are no viable alternatives to the initiative.
D) That the initiative will be implemented within the projected timeline.

Q 8: Which of the following would weaken the author’s argument?

A) New evidence showing an increase in costs associated with the initiative.
B) Data indicating a decline in public support for the initiative.
C) Reports of similar initiatives failing in other areas.
D) All of the above.

Q 9: What can be inferred from the passage about the author's perspective on technology in
education?
A) Technology should replace traditional teaching methods.
B) Technology can enhance but not replace traditional teaching methods.
C) Technology has no place in modern education.
D) Technology is the only way to improve education.

Q 10: Which of the following best describes the author's tone in the passage?
A) Optimistic B) Neutral C) Critical D) Pessimistic
Critical Reasoning
1. Assumption Questions
Identify the assumption that the argument relies on.
Example: Passage: "The government should increase taxes on sugary drinks to reduce the
consumption of these unhealthy beverages and improve public health."
Q 1: Which of the following is an assumption made in the argument above? A. People will
stop consuming sugary drinks if taxes are increased.
B. Sugary drinks are the primary cause of poor public health.
C. Increased taxes on sugary drinks will lead to a significant reduction in their consumption.
D. Other unhealthy beverages are less popular than sugary drinks.
2. Strengthen/Weaken Questions Strengthen or weaken the argument by selecting the answer
that either supports or undermines the conclusion.
Example: Passage: "Introducing a four-day workweek will boost employee productivity.
Employees will be more rested and therefore work more efficiently."
Q 2: Which of the following, if true, would most weaken the argument?
A. Employees in other countries with a four-day workweek report higher productivity.
B. A recent survey shows that employees prefer a four-day workweek.
C. Some companies that implemented a four-day workweek found no change in productivity.
D. Productivity increased in a company that recently switched to a four-day workweek.
Inference Questions
Draw a conclusion based on the information given in the passage.
Example: Passage: "Research indicates that students who engage in regular physical activity
perform better academically. Schools that have increased physical education time have seen
improvements in student grades."

Q 3: Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

A. Physical activity directly causes better academic performance.
B. Schools without physical education programs have lower student grades.
C. Students should spend more time in physical education classes than in academic subjects.
D. There is a correlation between physical activity and academic performance.

Evaluation Questions Evaluate the argument by identifying what additional information would
be most useful.
Example: Passage: "Online learning platforms claim to provide a flexible and accessible education
for all students. However, students from low-income backgrounds often lack reliable internet
access."
Q 4: Which of the following would be most useful to evaluate the argument?
A. The number of online learning platforms available.
B. The percentage of students who prefer online learning to traditional classroom learning.
C. Data on internet accessibility among low-income students.
D. Success rates of students using online learning platforms.

5. Cause and Effect Questions Determine the causal relationship between events or conditions.
Example: Passage: "A new study shows that people who regularly consume green tea have a lower
risk of developing cardiovascular diseases."
Q 5: Which of the following best explains the relationship between green tea consumption
and cardiovascular health?
A. Green tea drinkers also tend to have healthier lifestyles overall.
B. The antioxidants in green tea may reduce inflammation, which is linked to cardiovascular
diseases.
C. People who do not drink green tea are more likely to have cardiovascular diseases.
D. The caffeine in green tea has a positive effect on heart health.

Para Jumbles

Q11: Arrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

A) The second phase involved extensive testing and feedback collection.
B) The project was divided into several phases.
C) Finally, the product was launched to the market.
D) The first phase focused on research and development.
A) B-D-A-C B) D-B-A-C C) B-A-D-C D) A-B-D-C

Q 12: Arrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

A) These initiatives have led to significant improvements in customer satisfaction.
B) The company has introduced several new policies.
C) These policies include flexible working hours and remote work options.
D) Employee feedback has played a crucial role in shaping these policies.
A) B-C-D-A B) B-D-C-A C) D-B-C-A D) C-D-B-A

Q13: Arrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

A) This has resulted in increased engagement and retention rates.
B) The platform offers a variety of interactive features.
C) Users can participate in discussions, polls, and quizzes.
D) The platform's popularity has grown rapidly.
A) B-C-A-D B) D-B-C-A C) B-D-C-A D) D-C-B-A

Q 14: Arrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

A) The new system has several advantages over the old one.
B) It is faster, more efficient, and easier to use.
C) As a result, it has been widely adopted by the employees.
D) The old system was prone to errors and inefficiencies.
A) A-B-D-CB) D-A-B-CC) A-D-B-CD) D-B-A-C

Q 15: Arrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

A) It requires a combination of technical skills and creative thinking. B) Problem-solving is a
critical skill in today’s job market. C) Employers value candidates who can think outside the box.
D) Effective problem-solving can lead to innovative solutions.
A) B-A-C-DB) D-A-C-BC) B-C-A-DD) A-B-C-D

Cloze Test

Q 16: The manager was pleased with the team's progress and decided to __ them for their
hard work.
A) reprimand B) reward C) ignore D) criticize

Q 17: The new policy aims to ____ employee productivity and satisfaction.
A) reduce B) enhance C) undermine D) neglect

Q 18: The conference was a great opportunity to ______ ideas and network with industry
professionals.
A) stifle B) withhold C) exchange D) conceal

Q 19: The research team conducted a thorough ________ before presenting their findings.
A) investigation B) neglect C) oversight D) omission

Q 20:The new software was designed to____the user experience and streamline processes.
A) complicate B) degrade C) enhance D) obscure

Synonyms & Antonyms

Q 21: Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to "meticulous."

A) careless B) sloppy C) precise D) hasty

Q 22: Choose the word that is most opposite in meaning to "abridge."

A) shorten B) condense C) expand D) curtail

Q 23: Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to "benevolent."

A) cruel B) kind C) malevolent D) indifferent
Q 24: Choose the word that is most opposite in meaning to "ephemeral." A) fleeting B)
transient C) eternal D) momentary

Q 25: Choose the word that is most similar in meaning to "alleviate."

A) worsen B) intensify C) relieve D) aggravate

Error Spotting

Q 1: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error.

"Neither of the students have completed their homework."
A) Neither of B) the students C) have completed D) their homework

Q 2: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." Each of the team members are
responsible for their own tasks."
A) Each of B) the team members C) are responsible D) for their own tasks

Q 3: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." The committee was divided in
its opinions regarding the new policy." A) The committee B) was divided C) in its opinions D)
regarding the new policy

Q 4: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error."

He told me that he will be arriving late to the meeting."
A) He told B) me that C) he will be D) arriving late

Q 5: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." She is the more intelligent of
the two sisters."
A) She is B) the more intelligent C) of D) the two sisters

Q 6: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." The teacher, as well as the
students, were excited about the field trip."
A) The teacher, B) as well as the students, C) were excited D) about the field trip

Q 7: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error.” I have less friends than he
does."
A) I have B) less friends C) than he D) does

Q 8: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." If I was you, I would take that
job offer."
A) If I was B) you, C) I would take D) that job offer
Q 9: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." Everyone in the class has done
their homework on time."
A) Everyone B) in the class C) has done D) their homework

Q 10: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error."

The book, which was published last year, have become a bestseller."
A) The book, B) which was published C) last year, D) have become

Q 11: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." Despite of the heavy rain, the
match continued as scheduled."
A) Despite of B) the heavy rain, C) the match D) continued as scheduled

Q 12 : Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." She said that she will call me
as soon as she reaches home."
A) She said B) that she will C) call me D) as soon as she reaches

Q 13: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." Neither of the solutions are
effective in solving the problem."
A) Neither of B) the solutions C) are effective D) in solving the problem

Q 14: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." One of the best ways to stay
healthy is to eat a balanced diet and exercising regularly."
A) One of the best ways B) to stay healthy C) is to eat D) a balanced diet and exercising

Q 15: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error.

"He is more taller than his brother by two inches."
A) He is B) more taller C) than his brother D) by two inches

Q 16: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." Each of the players have to
wear a uniform during the game."
A) Each of B) the players C) have to wear D) a uniform during the game

Q 17: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." The information provided by
the consultant were highly useful."
A) The information B) provided by C) the consultant D) were highly useful

Q 18: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." The principal, along with the
teachers, have agreed to organize a workshop."
A) The principal, B) along with the teachers, C) have agreed D) to organize a workshop
Q 19: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error."
If he would have studied harder, he would have passed the exam."
A) If he would have B) studied harder, C) he would have D) passed the exam

Q20 Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." She is one of those people who
never fails to help others."
A) She is B) one of those people C) who never fails D) to help others

Q 21: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error."

Either the manager or the employees is going to attend the conference."
A) Either the manager B) or the employees C) is going D) to attend the conference

Q 22: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." The news of the company's
merger have spread quickly."
A) The news B) of the company's C) merger have D) spread quickly

Q 23: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error."He claimed that he can
complete the project within a week."
A) He claimed B) that he can C) complete the project D) within a week

Q 24: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." The committee is composed
of five members, each of them have a different expertise."
A) The committee is B) composed of five members, C) each of them D) have a different expertise

Q 25: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." The number of participants
in the workshop are increasing every year."
A) The number B) of participants C) in the workshop D) are increasing

Q 26: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." The new policies will be
implemented starting from next month."
A) The new policies B) will be implemented C) starting from D) next month

Q27: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error. “He is one of the best players
that has ever played for the team."
A) He is B) one of the best players C) that has D) ever played for the team

Q 28: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." She has been working here
since five years." A) She has been B) working here C) since D) five years
Q 29: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." The teacher asked if anyone
have seen her book."
A) The teacher asked B) if anyone C) have seen D) her book

Q 30: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error."

Despite his achievements, he do not feel satisfied."
A) Despite his achievements, B) he do not C) feel satisfied D) None of these

Q 31: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error." The company plans to increase
their profits by expanding its market reach."
A) The company B) plans to increase C) their profits D) by expanding its market reach

Q32: Identify the part of the sentence that contains an error.

"I was very pleased to receive your letter and look forward to meet you."
A) I was very pleased B) to receive your letter C) and look forward D) to meet you
Parts of Speech
Q1: Identify the part of speech of the underlined word in the following sentence:" The quick
brown fox jumps over the lazy dog."
A) quick B) brown C) jumps D) over A) Adjective B) Adjective C) Verb D) Preposition

Q2: Choose the correct part of speech for the underlined word: "She sang a beautiful song
at the concert.
"A) sang B) beautiful C) song D) concert A) Verb B) Adjective C) Noun D) Noun

Q 3: Identify the correct part of speech for the underlined word:" The children quickly ran
to the playground." A) quickly B) ran C) to D) playground A) Adverb B) Verb C) Preposition D)
Noun

Q 4: Determine the part of speech of the underlined word :"We visited the museum during
our vacation."
A) We B) visited C) during D) vacation A) Pronoun B) Verb C) Preposition D) Noun

Q5: Identify the part of speech of the underlined word:" She will arrive soon."
A) She B) will C) arrive D) soon A) Pronoun B) Auxiliary Verb C) Verb D) Adverb
Active and Passive Voice

Q 6 : Change the sentence to passive voice:"The chef cooked a delicious meal."

A) A delicious meal is cooked by the chef. B) A delicious meal was cooked by the chef. C) A
delicious meal will be cooked by the chef. D) A delicious meal has been cooked by the chef
Q 7: Change the sentence to active voice:" The project was completed by the team on time."
A) The team had completed the project on time. B) The team completed the project on time. C)
The project had been completed by the team on time. D) The team was completing the project on
time.

Q 8: Identify the correct passive voice transformation:" They will announce the results
tomorrow."
A) The results will be announced by them tomorrow. B) The results are announced by them
tomorrow. C) The results were announced by them tomorrow. D) The results will be announced
by them today. Question

Q 9: Choose the correct active voice form: "The book was read by many students."
A) Many students read the book. B) The book is read by many students. C) Many students were
reading the book. D) The book has been read by many students.

Q 10: Change the sentence to passive voice:" The manager is reviewing the report."
A) The report is reviewed by the manager. B) The report is being reviewed by the manager. C) The
report was being reviewed by the manager.D) The report will be reviewed by the manager.

Direct and Indirect Speech

Q11: Change the sentence to indirect speech:

"She said, 'I am going to the market.'"
A) She said that she is going to the market. B) She said that she was going to the market. C) She
said that she would go to the market. D) She said that she will go to the market.

Q12 Change the sentence to direct speech: "He mentioned that he had finished his
homework."
A) He said, "I finished my homework." B) He said, "I have finished my homework." C) He said,
"I will finish my homework." D) He said, "I had finished my homework."

Q13: Convert to indirect speech:

"John asked, 'Do you know the answer?'"
A) John asked if you know the answer.
B) John asked if I know the answer. C) John asked if I knew the answer.D) John asked if I had
known the answer.
Q 14: Convert to direct speech:
“She told me that she would call me later."
A) She said to me, "I will call you later." B) She said to me, "I would call you later." C) She said
to me, "I can call you later." D) She said to me, "I could call you later."
Q15: Change to indirect speech:
"He said, 'I will help you tomorrow.'"
A) He said that he will help me tomorrow. B) He said that he would help me tomorrow. C) He said
that he would help me the next day. D) He said that he will help me the next day.

Fill in the Blanks

Q 16: Fill in the blank with the correct word: "She is______ intelligent to make such a
mistake." A) too B) very C) so D) enough

Q 17: Fill in the blank with the appropriate preposition:

“She is interested______learning new languages."
A) for B) in C) to D) about
Q. 18: Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: "He is not only smart but also
________."
A) diligent B) diligently C) diligence D) diligentness

Q19 Fill in the blank with the suitable article: “It was ________ honor to meet the Nobel
laureate."
A) a B) an C) the D) None

Q 20: Complete the sentence with the appropriate word:” Despite the rain, they ________ to
play the match."
A) decided B) decides C) deciding D) decide

Sentence Rearrangement Question

Q 21: Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph:

A) The final report was submitted.
B) The results were analyzed.
C) Data was collected from various sources.
D) The project was initiated with a meeting.
A) D-C-B-AB) C-D-A-BC) A-B-C-DD) B-A-D-C

Q 22: Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph:

A) He joined the company.
B) He was promoted to manager.
C) He completed his education.
D)He worked hard and gained experience.
A) A-D-B-CB) C-A-D-BC) C-D-A-BD) B-A-C-D

Q 23: Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph:

A) He started his own business.
B) He faced many challenges.
C) He finally achieved success.
D) He had a brilliant idea.
A) D-B-A-CB) D-A-B-CC) B-A-D-CD) A-D-B-C

Q 24: Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph:

A) The weather was beautiful.
B) We went for a long walk.
C) We decided to go out.
D) It was a perfect day.
A) D-A-C-BB) A-B-C-DC) C-B-D-AD) B-C-A-

Q 25: Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph:

A) They packed their bags.
B) They reached the destination.
C) They booked their tickets.
D) They enjoyed the trip.
A) C-A-B-DB) A-B-C-DC) B-C-A-DD) D-A-C-B

Sentence Improvement Questions:

Q26. Choose the best way to improve the sentence:

"She speaks very well English."
A) She speaks English very well.
B) She very well speaks English.
C) Very well she speaks English.

Q27: She goes to office daily by car. A) is going B) went C) goes to the office D) going

Q28: No sooner had he arrived, he started complaining.

A) started to complain B) had started complaining C) started complained D) had started to
complain

Q29: He was very tired but he continued to work hard.

A) was tired but he continues to work hard B) had been tired but he continued to work hard C) was
very tired but he worked hard D) was very tired; he continued to work hard

Q30: Each of the students are going to the picnic.

A) is going B) were going C) have gone D) have been going Question: She will have finished the
project by the time you arrive. A) will finish B) finished C) finishes D) will be finishing

Q 31: If I was knowing the answer, I would tell you.

A) know B) knew C) have known D) had known

Q 32: He is one of those writers who have written many books.

A) has written B) had written C) wrote D) were writing

Q 33: I prefer tea than coffee.

A) rather than B) to C) over D) instead of

Q 34: She not only played the piano but also sang beautifully.
A) played not only B) not only was playing C) did not only play D) was not only playing

Q 35: The movie was such good that I watched it twice.

A) so good B) good enough C) such a good D) very good

Q36. In the question, a part of the sentence is italicised and underlined. Below are
given alternatives to the italicised part which may improve the sentence. Choose
the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, option '4' is the answer.
No one could explain how a calm and balanced person like him could penetrate such a
mindless act on his friends.
1.Perpetrate
2.Perpetuate
3.Precipitate
4.No improvement

Q37.In the question, a part of the sentence is italicised and underlined. Below are given
alternatives to the italicised part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct
alternative. In case no improvement is needed, option ‘4’ is the answer.
1.sent word
2.had sent a word
3.sent words
4.No improvement
Q38.In the question, a part of the sentence is italicised and underlined. Below are given
alternatives to the italicised part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct
alternative. In case no improvement is needed, option ‘4’ is the answer.
In fact, if it hadn’t been for his invaluable advice on so many occasions I wouldn’t have achieved
anything in life.
1.valuable advices
2. remarkable advice
3.priceless suggestion
4.No improvement

Q 39.20 kms are not a great distance in these days of fast moving vehicles.
1.is no distance
2.is not a great distance
3.aren’t a great distance
4.No improvement

Q 40 When it was feared that the serfs might go too far and gain their freedom from serfdom,
the protestant leaders joined the princes at crushing them.
1.in crushing
2.into crushing
3.without crushing
4.No improvement