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The lone candidate: On chess, India and D. Gukesh’s victory

India must have more elite chess tournaments to build on its success
Dommaraju Gukesh’s victory at the Candidates chess tournament in Toronto in the early hours of
Monday (Indian time) ranks among India’s greatest achievements in sport. Later this year, he will play
China’s Ding Liren for the World championship, as the youngest challenger in history. In chess, unlike
in most sports, the World champion has the privilege of defending his crown without playing a single
game, while his challenger has to come through the gruelling Candidates tournament. The field was
expectedly tough in Toronto, where the World No. 2 and No. 3, Fabiano Caruana and Hikaru
Nakamura, had begun as the favourites, followed by Ian Nepomniachtchi, the winner of the last two
editions of the tournament. Few would have imagined that a 17-year-old from Chennai would finish
ahead of them. Not only is Gukesh exceptionally talented but he also has a mature head on his young
shoulders. His victory furthers India’s stature as the fastest rising country in world chess. He was not
the only Indian in Toronto. There were five: three in the open section and two in the women’s. And all
of them did fairly well, despite going through slumps in form at some stage or the other of the
tournament. R. Praggnanandhaa and Vidit Gujrathi had their moments though they lacked
consistency.
In the women’s event, Koneru Humpy (second) and R. Vaishali (fourth), showed resilience after the
disappointments in the opening half. Tan Zhongyi was the runaway winner and she has ensured the
women’s World championship will remain in China: her opponent is Ju Wenjun. Gukesh has an
excellent chance to prevent China from making it a double yet again. Now, though, it is time for India
to celebrate his spectacular feat. Then, the chess federation, the government and the corporate
world could think of ways to retain India’s momentum in chess. Gukesh had qualified for the
Candidates after playing a Super Grandmaster tournament in Chennai in December. That hastily
conceived tournament served its purpose. Without it, Gukesh simply would not have been able to
make it to Toronto. But what is equally significant is the fact that it was India’s first ever tournament
of its kind. When the five-time World champion Viswanathan Anand was among the world’s top
players for decades, he had not got an opportunity to play even once in a tournament like that in
India. The only world-class tournament in India is the one organised by Tata Steel in Kolkata, but the
format is speed chess, not the classical variety employed at the Candidates and the World
championship. There should be more elite tournaments in India. [Practice Exercise]
 Rank (noun) – give (someone or something) a rank or place within a grading system
 Further (verb) – Advance, promote, foster, broaden, expand, extend

 Red/blue coloring of words in the sentence indicates subject verb relationship; where ‘red’
denotes ‘subject’ and ‘blue’ denotes ‘verb’
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Vocabulary
1. Lone (adjective) – Single, solitary, only, 12. Have one’s moments (phrase) – To
sole experience brief periods of success among
a larger period of average or below
2. Elite (adjective) – Superior, top, high-class, average performance
exclusive, premier
3. Build on (phrasal verb) – Develop, expand,

13. Resilience (noun) – Toughness, strength,
enhance, improve upon
robustness, hardiness
4. Unlike (preposition) – Contrary to,
14. Disappointment (noun) – Sadness, regret,
different from, dissimilar to
dismay, letdown
5. Privilege (noun) – Advantage, right,
15. Runaway winner (noun) – Clear winner,
benefit, prerogative easy winner, unchallenged winner
6. Crown (noun) – an award or distinction

gained by a victory or achievement,
16. Opponent (noun) – Rival, adversary,
especially in sport.
competitor, challenger
7. Gruelling (adjective) – Exhausting,
17. Make it a double (phrase) – To achieve
demanding, strenuous, tough two victories or successes in the same or
related areas
8. Have a mature head on someone young
shoulder (phrase) – To be sensible and
wise despite being young
18. Spectacular (adjective) – Impressive,
औ
striking, remarkable, stunning
9. Stature (noun) – Status, reputation,
19. Feat (noun) – Achievement,
standing, prestige
accomplishment, exploit, deed
10. Go through (phrasal verb) – Experience,
undergo, endure, face
20. Retain (verb) – Keep, maintain, preserve,
11. Slump (noun) – Decline, downturn, drop, hold on to
decrease
21. Momentum (noun) – Drive, force, energy,
impetus

22. Hastily (adverb) – Quickly, rapidly, 25. Make it (phrase) – Succeed, achieve
hurriedly, speedily success, reach a goal, accomplish
23. Conceived (adjective) – Imagined,

envisaged, visualised, envisioned,
26. Decade (noun) – Period of ten year
ई
27. Employ (verb) – Use, utilize, apply, make
24. Serve one’s purpose (phrase) – Fulfill a use of
need or requirement, achieve an aim or
goal

Summary of the Editorial

1. Dommaraju Gukesh’s victory at the Candidates chess tournament in Toronto is a significant
achievement for Indian sports.
2. Gukesh will challenge China’s Ding Liren for the World Chess Championship, becoming the
youngest ever challenger.
3. The World Chess Champion has the advantage of defending the title without competing in
preliminary rounds, unlike the challenger.
4. The Candidates tournament in Toronto was exceptionally competitive, featuring top-ranked

players like Fabiano Caruana and Hikaru Nakamura.
5. Gukesh, a 17-year-old from Chennai, triumphed unexpectedly over several favored

contenders.
6. His win underscores India’s rapidly growing prominence in the global chess scene.
7. Besides Gukesh, four other Indians competed in Toronto, performing well despite some
inconsistencies.
8. In the women’s section, Koneru Humpy and R. Vaishali also showed strong performances,
finishing second and fourth, respectively.
9. The editorial highlights the importance of India hosting more high-level chess tournaments.
10. Gukesh’s qualification for the Candidates was facilitated by a Super Grandmaster tournament
in Chennai, the first of its kind in India.
11. Historically, even renowned Indian chess player Viswanathan Anand lacked opportunities to
compete in such high-level tournaments within India.
12. The editorial suggests that the success of Indian players like Gukesh should prompt more
support from the chess federation, government, and corporate sectors.
13. The need for more classical format chess tournaments in India is emphasized, as opposed to
the speed chess format.
14. The editorial notes the potential for Gukesh to prevent a double victory for China in the
upcoming World championships.
15. Celebrating Gukesh's achievement, the editorial calls for a strategic approach to sustain and
build upon India’s momentum in chess.

Practice Exercise: SSC Pattern Based

1. Based on the passage, which of the following statements best reflects the implications of D.
Gukesh's victory at the Candidates chess tournament? [Editorial Page]
(i) D. Gukesh's victory signifies India's potential to become a leading nation in chess
worldwide.
(ii) D. Gukesh's unexpected win is primarily attributed to the lackluster performance of other
competitors.
(iii) The victory is indicative of the mature approach and exceptional talent Gukesh possesses,
setting him apart from his competitors.
A. i only
B. iii only
C. i and iii
D. ii only
2. What can be inferred about the overall performance of the Indian contingent at the Candidates
chess tournament in Toronto?
(i) The Indian players, including D. Gukesh, demonstrated remarkable resilience and
capability by performing well overall.
(ii) Despite occasional slumps in form, the presence of multiple Indian players in both men's
and women's sections indicates a broad-based advancement in skill levels.
(iii) The inconsistent performance of players like R. Praggnanandhaa and Vidit Gujrathi
overshadowed the achievements of other Indian participants.
A. i and ii
B. ii only
C. iii only
D. i only
3. According to the passage, what significant benefit did the Super Grandmaster tournament in
Chennai offer to D. Gukesh?
A. Hosting the tournament allowed D. Gukesh to qualify for the Candidates Tournament in
Toronto, which he could not have entered without this critical local opportunity.
B. The tournament in Chennai offered D. Gukesh a rare opportunity to play against international
opponents, boosting his international profile and experience.
C. The event served as a platform for young Indian chess players to gather experience and
showcase their skills to potential international sponsors and mentors.
D. The tournament was instrumental in bringing together the top players from India, which
helped in creating a more competitive environment that prepared Indian players for global
challenges.
4. What is the tone of the passage?
A. Critical
B. Nostalgic
C. Optimistic
D. Indifferent

5. What is the main theme of the passage?

A. The challenges faced by chess players at the international level
B. The rapid rise of India as a powerhouse in world chess
C. The importance of government support in sports
D. The rivalry between India and China in chess
Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select
the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
A price-sensitive nation that India is, a whole gamut of decisions, including election results,
depend on the costs _____1______. Obviously, high prices of essential commodities play an
important role in deciding voter preferences. Though factors like caste, religion and anti-
incumbency do have an impact, essential commodity prices are an immediate concern with the
power to tilt election results. Acknowledging this piece of traditional wisdom, Union Consumer
Affairs Minister Piyush Goyal has _____2_____to keep the prices of essential food items stable
during the elections. The Government has contributed in the last few years about Rs 28,000 crore
to the price stabilisation fund in the fight against food inflation. This commitment highlights the
Government’s determination to prioritise the welfare of its citizens. The Minister's assurance
underlines the significance of food security in our nation's socio-political dynamics. Essential food
items form the _____3______of sustenance for millions of households across India. Any volatility
in prices can have far-reaching implications, particularly for vulnerable populations. Elections,
characterised by increased spending and political manoeuvrings, often coincide with fluctuations
in commodity prices. Such fluctuations can arise due to various factors, including supply chain
disruptions, speculative trading and increased demand. In this context, Goyal's commitment to
_____4______ spikes in essential food item prices during elections signals the Government's
______5_____ approach to mitigate potential hardships faced by the populace.
6. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
A. Proposed
B. Aggregated
C. Accrued
D. Observed
A. Pledged
B. Arranged
C. Assisted
D. Unrestrained
A. Warzone
B. Cornerstone
C. Prone
D. Compel
9. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4
A. Discouraging

B. Averting
C. Fleeting
D. Accumulating
10. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5
A. Proactive
B. Irrespective
C. Perspective
D. Unproductive
Direction: Each of the following items in this section consists of a sentence, parts of which have
been jumbled. These parts have been labelled as P, Q, R and S. Given below each sentence has four
sequences, namely (A), (B), (C) and (D). You are required to re-arrange the Jumbled parts of the
sentence and mark your response accordingly.
11. of poisonous liquor in Punjab’s Sangrur district (P)/ the 21 deaths attributed to the consumption
(Q)/ of the illicit liquor trade (R)/ are a tragic reminder of the enormity (S)
A. RQPS
B. PQRS
C. QRPS
D. QPSR
12. recently are a shining example (P)/ the Indian Navy to free the merchant vessel MV Ruen from
pirates in the Arabian Sea (Q)/ the joint efforts made by the Indian Air Force (IAF) and (R)/ of
effective maritime security measures and inter-service collaboration (S)
A. PQRS
B. QPSR
C. QRPS
D. RQPS
13. Arrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph.
P. Even though the SC maintained that it didn’t want a confrontation,
Q. There is no respect for the judgments of this court,’ it said, warning the Centre of contempt
action
R. its observation that the government was attempting to emasculate tribunals by not making
the appointments reflects its frustration
S. The Supreme Court’s outburst over inordinate delay in filling up around 250 vacancies in
various tribunals has given rise to apprehensions about a face-off between the government
and the judiciary
A. RSQP B.SRQP C.SQRP D.SPRQ
14. Arrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph.
P. In the region, the schools of Kapurthala (Punjab), Kunjpura (Haryana), Sujanpur Tihra
(Himachal Pradesh) and Nagrota (J&K) have opened the doors to girl cadets in Class VI from
the current academic session
Q. Haryana — known for producing gritty sportswomen — have entered the portals of the
Kunjpura school

R. The initial admission trends are encouraging: while a tribal girl from Lahaul has cracked the
tough competitive entrance test to secure a seat in Sujanpur Tihra, 10 girls of
S. Buoyed by the successful experimentation of admitting girl cadets in the Mizoram Sainik
School since 2018-19 and the tentative steps taken subsequently by more schools to follow
suit, the government earlier this year, finally, decided to allow all 33 Sainik Schools in the
country to take in girls and even reserved 10 per cent seats for them
A. SPQR B.QRPS C.SPRQ D.PRQS
15. Parts of the following sentence have been underlined and given as options. Select the option
that contains a misspelt word.
A piano teacher described an interesting encountar she had with a young lady who came to
inquire about music lessons
A. interesting
B. inquire
C. piano
D. Encounter
16. Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
The executives were running around in circles, without any success.
A. Achieving maximum mileage
B. Suffering huge profits and losses
C. Successfully accomplishing the target
D. Putting efforts into something that does not give a worthwhile result
17. Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.
Many great people born in that small village.
A. was born
B. No substitution required
C. is born
D. were born
18. The given sentence contains an error. Select the option that correctly rectifies the error.
He was carefullest while stealing the crown jewels.
A. He was more careful while stealing the crown jewels.
B. He was most carefuller while stealing the crown jewels.
C. He was carefuller while stealing the crown jewels.
D. He was most careful while stealing the crown jewels
19. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Hesitate
A. Blabber
B. Recoil
C. Conceal
D. Falter
20. The sentence given below has spelling errors. Select the sentence without spelling errors.
We can also contribute to presarvation of water bodies by not dumping our garbage in them.

A. We can also contribute to presarvation of water bodies by not dumpeing our garbage in them.
B. We can also contribute to preservation of water bodies by not dumping our garbage in them.
C. We can also contribut to presarvation of water bodies by not dumping our garbage in them.
D. We can also contribute to presarvation of water bodies by not dumping our garbag in them.
21. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Call it a day
A. To have the greatest day ever
B. To stop working
C. To be very straightforward
D. To refer to something as something else
22. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Stern
A. Stable
B. Sincere
C. Profound
D. Lenient
sentence.
His older brothers were quite willing that he should went to sea.
A. had go to
B. have gone in
C. gone to
D. go to
sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No improvement required’.
It is true that learning English is essential for professionals to survived the national and
international competitions.
A. to be survive
B. having to survive
C. No improvement required
D. for surviving
25. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The tigress that was killed by the villagers was not only a man-eater, ________ a mother
A. but
B. but also
C. and
D. but often

Answers
1. C 2. A 3. A 4.C 5.B 6. C 7.A 8. B 9. B 10.A 11.D 12.D
13. D 14.C 15.D 16.D 17.D 18.D 19.D 20.B 21.B 22.D 23.D 24.D
25. B [Practice Exercise]
Explanations
1. C) i and iii
Option C is correct because the passage highlights that Gukesh's victory underscores both
India’s emerging dominance in chess (i) and his personal attributes of maturity and talent (iii).
Option ii is incorrect as the passage does not imply his victory was due to the poor
performance of others but rather highlights the tough competition he faced.
2. A) i and ii
Option A is correct as the passage indicates that while the Indian players, including Gukesh,
showed resilience and good performances (i), they did face some form slumps but their broad
representation and overall good performance highlight an advancement in skills (ii). Option iii
is not supported by the passage, as it does not imply that the achievements of other players
were overshadowed.
3. A) Hosting the tournament allowed D. Gukesh to qualify for the Candidates Tournament in
Toronto, which he could not have entered without this critical local opportunity.
The passage explicitly states that the Super Grandmaster tournament in Chennai was "hastily
conceived" and served its purpose by enabling D. Gukesh to qualify for the Candidates
Tournament in Toronto. Without this event, Gukesh would not have had the opportunity to
compete in Toronto, highlighting the tournament's crucial role in his chess career
advancement.
4. C) Optimistic
The tone of the passage is optimistic, focusing on India’s accomplishments and potential in
chess, highlighted by Dommaraju Gukesh’s victory and the mention of future prospects for the
sport in India. The passage talks about India’s rising stature in world chess and plans to build
on this success, suggesting a positive and hopeful outlook.
Critical: Incorrect because the passage does not critique or express dissatisfaction but rather
celebrates recent achievements and looks forward to future opportunities.
Nostalgic: Incorrect as the passage does not focus on longing for the past but instead on recent
accomplishments and future possibilities.
Indifferent: Incorrect because the tone is engaging and positive about the subject matter, not
neutral or uninterested.
5. B) The rapid rise of India as a powerhouse in world chess
The main theme of the passage is the rapid rise of India as a powerhouse in world chess,
illustrated by Gukesh's victory and the overall performance of Indian players at an
international tournament. The passage discusses India's achievements and the potential for
future successes in chess, emphasizing the country's growing status in the sport.
A. Incorrect because, while the passage mentions the difficulty of the tournament, it is not the
central theme.

C. Incorrect as the passage does mention government and corporate support, but this is not
the primary focus.
D. Incorrect because, although the passage mentions China, the rivalry is not a central theme
but rather a part of the broader discussion on India's status in world chess.
6. C) 'Accrued' का use होगा क्मोंकक "accrued" का अथथ होता है सॊचित होना, महाॊ ऩय रागतों का
जिक्र है िो सभम के साथ फढ़ती मा िभा होती हैं। इस context भें मह फताता है कक िन
ु ाव
ऩरयणाभों ऩय रागतों का ककतना प्रबाव ऩड़ता है िो सभम के साथ िभा हुआ हो। वह ,ॊ
'Proposed' का अथथ होता है प्रस्ताववत, 'Aggregated' का अथथ है सभूहहत, औय 'Observed' का अथथ
है दे खा गमा, िो इस context भें कपट नह ॊ फैठते।
'Accrued' will be used because it means accumulated, referring to costs that accumulate over
time. In this context, it indicates how accumulated costs can impact election results, which
aligns with the concept of costs influencing decisions over time. Meanwhile, 'Proposed' implies
something suggested, 'Aggregated' means combined, and 'Observed' implies something
witnessed, none of which accurately fit the context here.
7. A) 'Pledged' का use होगा क्मोंकक 'pledged' का अथथ होता है ककसी िीज़ के लरए प्रततफद्ध होना
मा वादा कयना। Passage भें mention है कक भॊत्री ने िन
ु ाव के दौयान आवश्मक खाद्म ऩदाथों
की कीभतों को जस्थय यखने का वादा ककमा है , जिससे 'pledged' महाॉ सफसे है । वह ,ॊ 'Arranged'
का अथथ होता है व्मवस्था कयना, 'Assisted' का अथथ होता है भदद कयना, औय 'Unrestrained' का
अथथ होता है अतनमॊत्रत्रत, िो इस context भें कपट नह ॊ फैठते।
'Pledged' will be used because it means to commit to something or promise. The passage
mentions that the Minister has promised to keep the prices of essential food items stable
during the elections, making 'pledged' the most suitable choice here. Meanwhile, 'Arranged'
means to organize, 'Assisted' means to help, and 'Unrestrained' means uncontrolled, which do
not align with the context.
8. B) 'Cornerstone' का use होगा क्मोंकक 'cornerstone' का अथथ होता है ककसी िीज़ की
आधायलिरा मा भुख्म आधाय। Passage भें mention है कक essential food items बायतीम घयों के
लरए आधायलिरा की तयह हैं, इसलरए 'cornerstone' महाॉ उऩमक्
ु त है । 'Warzone' का अथथ है मद्ध
ु
ऺेत्र, 'Prone' का अथथ है झुकाव मा प्रवजृ तत वारा, औय 'Compel' का अथथ है भिफूय कयना, िो इस
context भें सह नह ॊ हैं।
'Cornerstone' will be used because it means the foundation or main support of something.
The passage indicates that essential food items are akin to a foundational support for many
Indian households, making 'cornerstone' the appropriate choice here. On the other hand,
'Warzone' implies a battlefield, 'Prone' means having a tendency, and 'Compel' means to force,
none of which are suitable in this context.

9. B) 'Averting' का use होगा क्मोंकक "averting" का अथथ होता है ककसी अनिाह जस्थतत मा
सभस्मा को योकना मा टारना। Passage भें mention है कक सयकाय िन
ु ाव के दौयान भहतवऩण
ू थ
खाद्म ऩदाथों की कीभतों भें उताय-िढ़ाव को योकने की कोलिि कय यह है , इसलरए 'averting'
महाॉ उऩमुक्त है । िफकक 'Discouraging' का अथथ है हतोतसाहहत कयना, 'Fleeting' का अथथ है
अस्थामी मा ऺणणक, औय 'Accumulating' का अथथ है िभा कयना, िो इस context भें उऩमुक्त
नह ॊ हैं।
'Averting' will be used because it means to prevent or turn away an unwanted situation. The
passage indicates that the government is attempting to prevent fluctuations in the prices of
essential food items during elections, making 'averting' the appropriate choice. On the other
hand, 'Discouraging' means to make less likely or to dissuade, 'Fleeting' means lasting for a
very short time, and 'Accumulating' means gathering or increasing in quantity, none of which
suitably fit the context here.
10. A) 'Proactive' का use होगा क्मोंकक 'proactive' का अथथ होता है ऩहरे से तैमाय यहना औय
सॊबाववत सभस्माओॊ को योकने के लरए आगे की सोि यखना। Passage भें mention है कक
सयकाय िन
ु ावों के दौयान भहतवऩूणथ खाद्म ऩदाथों की कीभतों को जस्थय यखने के लरए प्रमास
कय यह है , िो कक एक proactive approach है । वह ॊ, 'Irrespective' का अथथ होता है ककसी बी
ऩरयजस्थतत की ऩयवाह ककए त्रफना, 'Perspective' का अथथ है दृजटटकोण, औय 'Unproductive' का
अथथ है परदामक न होना, िो इस context भें उऩमुक्त नह ॊ हैं।
'Proactive' will be used because it means to be prepared in advance and think ahead to
prevent potential problems. The passage describes the government's efforts to maintain stable
prices of essential food items during elections, demonstrating a proactive approach.
Meanwhile, 'Irrespective' means without regard to circumstances, 'Perspective' means a point
of view, and 'Unproductive' means not yielding results, which are not appropriate in this
context.
11. D) QPSR
Q: The sentence starts with "the 21 deaths attributed to the consumption," which introduces
the subject of the sentence, i.e., the deaths caused by something.
P: After introducing the deaths, the sentence needs to specify what caused them. Part P, "of
poisonous liquor in Punjab’s Sangrur district," provides this information by specifying that the
deaths were caused by the consumption of poisonous liquor in a specific location.
S: Part S, "are a tragic reminder of the enormity," does this by highlighting the seriousness and
the tragic nature of the incident.
R: Finally, the sentence concludes with part R, "of the illicit liquor trade," which ties back to the
cause of the deaths and underscores the larger issue at hand, which is the illicit liquor trade.
12. D) RQPS
R is first because it introduces the subject of the sentence, which is the joint efforts made by
the IAF and the Indian Navy.

Q comes after R because it continues the description of the joint efforts, specifying the action
taken (freeing the merchant vessel MV Ruen from pirates in the Arabian Sea).
P follows Q as it provides a temporal context (recently) and leads into the conclusion of the
sentence.
S comes last as it concludes the sentence by stating what these efforts are an example of
(effective maritime security measures and inter-service collaboration).
13. D) SPRQ
S: This sentence acts as the opening statement, introducing the issue at hand which is the
Supreme Court's anger over vacancies in tribunals, and the potential tension between the
government and the judiciary.
P: "Even though the SC maintained that it didn’t want a confrontation," This sentence logically
follows the first, as it explores the Supreme Court's perspective and desire to avoid a
confrontation despite the escalating issue.
R: its observation that the government was attempting to emasculate tribunals by not making
the appointments reflects its frustration." This sentence adds depth to the Supreme Court's
stance, elaborating on its frustration with the government's inaction in filling the tribunal
vacancies.
Q: This sentence logically concludes the paragraph. It sums up the Supreme Court's frustration,
claiming a lack of respect for its judgments, and warning of potential legal action.
14. C) SPRQ
S: This sentence should be the starting sentence as it provides a background context and
broad policy change.
P: This sentence logically follows after 'S' as it provides specific examples of where the new
policy is being implemented
R: The sentence 'R' gives some early results and feedback of the new policy, and should thus
come after 'P’
Q: This sentence provides an example of a specific state and should logically come after 'R',
once the general trends have been outlined
15. D) The misspelt word in the given sentence is "encountar". The correct spelling is "encounter"
सामना करना
16. D) Running around in circles (idiom) – Putting efforts into something that does not give a
worthwhile result अच्छा ऩरयणाभ नह ॊ दे ने वार िीि भें प्रमास डारना।
17. D) ‘born' के फदरे 'were born' का प्रमोग होगा क्मोंकक 'Many great people' plural है औय
इसलरए उसके लरए plural Verb का प्रमोग होगा; िैस—
े Many students were present in the
class.
 'were born' will be used instead of 'born' because 'Many great people' is plural and
therefore a plural verb will be used for it; Like— Many students were present in the
class
18. D) He was most careful while stealing the crown jewels

19. D) Hesitate (verb) – To pause before you do or say something, often because you are uncertain
or nervous about it. संकोच
Synonym: Falter (verb) – To lose strength or momentum, to move or speak hesitantly.
डगमगाना, अटकना
 Blabber (verb) – Talk in a long-winded way without making very much sense. बकबक
 Recoil (verb) – To suddenly move away from something or someone because you are
frightened or shocked. पीछे हटना
 Conceal (verb) – To hide something or keep it secret. छछपाना
20. B) We can also contribute to preservation of water bodies by not dumping our garbage in
them.
21. B) Call it a day (idiom) – To stop working अॊत कयना
22. D) Stern (adjective) – Harsh, severe, strict, rigorous. कठोय
Antonym: Lenient (adjective) – Merciful, tolerant, forgiving, indulgent. सौम्म
 Stable (adjective) – Not likely to change or fail; firmly established. स्थिर
 Sincere (adjective) – Free from pretense or deceit; genuine, honest. सजीव
 Profound (adjective) – Very deep; intensely felt; insightful. गहरा
23. D) 'go to' का प्रमोग होगा क्मोंकक 'should' के साथ base form of the verb ('go') का प्रमोग होता
है । 'Went to' गरत है क्मोंकक 'should' के साथ past form ('went') का प्रमोग नह ॊ होता है। इस
प्रकाय, 'go to' सफसे उऩमुक्त option है ।
 'go to' will be used instead of 'went to' because with 'should,' the base form of the verb
('go') is used. 'Went to' is incorrect because the past form ('went') is not used with
'should.' Therefore, 'go to' is the most appropriate option.
24. D) 'to survived' के फदरे 'for surviving' का प्रमोग होगा क्मोंकक महाॉ ऩय purpose मा reason
हदखाने के लरए 'for + -ing form' का सह प्रमोग होता है ।
 'for surviving' will be used instead of 'to survived' because the correct usage to indicate
purpose or reason here is 'for + -ing form'.
25. B) 'but also' का use होगा क्मोंकक मह phrase दो contrasting ideas मा additional information
को highlight कयने के लरए use होता है । Sentence भें mention ककमा गमा है कक वह फातघन न
केवर एक भनटु मखोय थी, फजकक एक भाॉ बी थी, इसलरए 'but also' महाॉ सह है । 'but' केवर
contrast के लरए use होता है िो महाॉ ऩूय तयह से fit नह ॊ होता, 'and' additional information के
लरए use होता है त्रफना contrast के, औय 'but often' का महाॉ कोई context नह ॊ है ।
 'but also' should be used because this phrase is utilized to highlight two contrasting
ideas or additional information. The sentence mentions that the tigress was not only a

man-eater but also a mother, making 'but also' the most fitting choice. 'but' is used just
for contrast and doesn't fully fit here, 'and' is used for additional information without
contrast, and 'but often' doesn't have a context in this scenario.



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