IEO Booklet for Class-VII

Class 7 1st

Year 2010

Copyright©2015. Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)

CLASS 7 | 1st IEO - 2010

WORD & STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE Choose the odd one out from each set of words. 1.

A. B. C. D.

mend fix replace repair

2.

A. yawn: boredom B. smile: amusement C. anger: madness D. fidget: nervousness

Fill in the blanks with the correct suffix. 3.

The outcome of the court case was disappoint_____ for the family involved. A. ‐ed B. ‐ing C. ‐ment D. ‐ingly

Fill in the blanks with the correct spelling. 4.

She looked forward to the retirement and a life of _________. A. liesure B. leesure C. leisure D. leasure

Fill in the blanks with the correct word/phrase. 5.

One of the greatest _________ film stars is Sean Connery. A. alive B. living C. live D. lively

6.

I hope it won’t take us long to___________ to the airport by bus. A. arrive B. reach C. approach D. get

7.

A fluffy, white cat _________ me home and I decided to keep it. A. pursued B. chased C. tracked D. followed



8.

Because of bad weather, communication with the base camp was cut _________. A. off B. down C. in D. out

9.

Seeta was _________ as she felt that her mother had misunderstood her good intentions. A. in high spirits B. green with envy C. all smiles D. on the verge of tears

10. Stop beating about____________ and tell me what the problem is. A. a bush B. a shrub C. the bush D. the shrub Grammar Fill in the blanks with the correct word/phrase. 11. John has been absent ___________ his English class five times. A. to B. from C. in D. at 12. It has been five years since I last ____________ French. A. spoke B. have spoken C. speak D. been speaking 13. Jenny____________ leave the hospital just six hours after the baby was born. A. is able to B. will be able to C. should be able to D. was able to 14. If it weren’t for his wife’s money he ____________ never be a director. A. would B. should C. will D. can 15. It is vital that she ____________ warned before it is too late. A. should be B. be C. needs to be D. was



The sentence below may or may not contain an error. If there is an error, choose the part of the sentence that contains the error. If there is no error, choose ‘D’. 16. The Indus Valley Civilization / is believed by many / to be oldest civilization in the world. / A B C No error. D 17. Harry has worked with animals / and is used to handle / both dogs and horses./ No error. A B C D 18. All the passengers was hoping / that the journey / would be a smooth one/ No error. A B C D 19. The voter identity card / should be brought / to the polling booth / No error A B C D 20. Do you have any idea / what were those people / talking about? / No error. A B C D READING Read the texts and answer the questions that follow. Passage 1 A new painting was hanging in one corner of the India Art Gallery. Throughout the day, visitors stood before the new exhibit and speculated as to what it represented. “I think it’s a terrifying monster,” said Misty. “There’s no name on it, but I’m sure it was drawn by a famous artist.” “I would say that it’s a picture of a park as seen from an airplane,” mused Sreenivas. “I see many trees and roads.” Miss Pittie, the local art critic for the New India Weekly, made her pronouncement. “This is clearly a masterpiece created by an artist who wishes to be anonymous at this stage of his or her career. The brilliant strokes of colour symbolize a person who is looking back at an exciting lifetime of accomplishments!” At that moment, Mr. G.V. Reddy, the gallery curator, entered the room. “Isn’t it great?” he asked with a big smile on his face. “My three year old did that this morning. He says it’s a maze. I think it’s amazing!” 21. Visitors stood before the new exhibit and tried A. to guess who the painter was. B. to guess what the painting was about. C. to look for the painter in the gallery. D. to find out who had gifted it to the gallery. 22. Who thought the artist did not want to be identified? A. Misty B. Sreenivas C. Miss Pittie D. Mr. G. V. Reddy



23. Visitors thought the painting was done by a famous artist because A. it had brilliant strokes of colour. B. it had no name on it. C. the local art critic said so. D. it was kept in a well known art gallery. 24. In this story, the writer pokes fun at A. critics who discuss art in galleries. B. paintings done by children. C. curators who manage art galleries. D. paintings with names on it.

Passage 2 Suzlon Energy Harnessing the potential of wind into an energy source for our homes and industries No expensive drilling for oil. No bruising the country side to displace thousands of people so that you can build a dam. The power of wind is free. And it’s yours for the taking. All you need is wind turbine to spin power out of thin air. So be it your backyard, or a barren mountaintop, while wind blows, power can be regenerated. Sounds like magic? At Suzlon, we call it a wind power. ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐Some facts about wind energy: * Reduces dependence on fossil fuel * contributes to industrial growth and employment by commissioning wind farms at remote locations and in rural areas. And you thought only magicians pulled things out of thin air!

Suzlon Energy Ltd., 5 th floor Godrej Millenium, 9, Koregaon Park Road, Pune‐4110001, India. Tel: +91‐20‐560220000.website:www.suzlon.com. E mail: [email protected] 25. To get wind energy we need A. expensive drilling machines. B. a wind turbine. C. some magical power. D. a big dam.



26. When the author says that wind power is it’s yours for the taking, he means, you can easily A. use it. B. buy it. C. make it. D. change it. 27. The phrase out of thin air means A. from some unknown place. B. from almost nothing. C. from wind and air. D. from only thin air. 28. Select the INCORRECT statement. A. Wind energy does not depend on fossil fuel. B. Wind energy can be drawn only from remote locations. C. Wind energy need not dislocate people from their places of habitat. D. Wind energy can be harnessed easily. Passage 3 Spit keeps our mouths moist and softens our food when we chew. Without spit in our mouths, we would have a hard time talking and would find it even harder to swallow. But for some animals, spit works better after it has left the mouth. Some animals are experts at surviving because they are expert spitters. Llamas are animals who seem to like their personal space. A llama that feels threatened or annoyed will spit slimy gobs at you to get you to leave it alone. Sometimes llamas even spit on each other to steal food! This trick usually works, because llama spit includes food from the llama’s stomach, and it can be quite smelly. When a llama spits on another animal, the animal usually loses its appetite and walks away, leaving its food behind. Spitting cobras are also known for their expert aim. These snakes spray poisonous venom from their fangs to protect themselves. Scientists believe that these snakes actually aim for the eyes! When the cobra’s venom gets into the eyes of an animal, the venom causes terrible pain, and even blindness. This gives the snake plenty of time to get away. Spitting is considered to be rude behavior in people. But for some animals, spitting can be a smart way to get lunch –or a clever way to avoid becoming lunch! 29. A llama might choose to spit on you because it wishes A. to protect itself. B. not to become lunch. C. to steal food. D. to lose its appetite. 30. Snakes spray venom into the eyes of an animal A. to get time to escape. B. to kill the animal. C. to practise their aim. D. to show their annoyance.



31. “Becoming lunch” in the last sentence means A. being eaten up by other animals. B. eating up other animals. C. being in search of good food. D. stealing someone’s food. 32. What is the author's purpose in writing this passage? A. to tell funny stories about animals. B. to describe how animals survive. C. to express opinions about animals. D. to discuss why animals like to spit.

SPOKEN AND WRITTEN EXPRESSION Spoken Expression Choose the correct option to complete the dialogue. 33. Seeta: Jenny: Seeta: A. B. C. D.

Great! I’ll also come with you. Ok, we meet in front of the bakery shop at 6. No problem. We can go together some other time. Fine, you can take your time.

34. Teacher: Student: A. B. C. D.

I am going to the supermarket this evening. Want to come along? I’d love to. But I have a lot of work to finish. ____________________________

Have you finished writing the essay? I’ve finished only the introduction. ____________

10 more minutes are required. Come back in ten minutes. 10 minutes is all that I ask for! Can I get 10 more minutes, please?

35. Neighbour: I thought I’d asked you to water the plants in my absence. Some seem to have died. Me:____________________________ A. B. C. D.

No, I totally forgot about it. Oh! I’m so sorry. I should’ve remembered to water them. Chill, it’s not the end of the world. I regret the fact that your plants died.

36. Jonathan: Next Saturday I’m taking my kids to visit the zoo. Do you want to send yours? Sonali: Great! But they’d have to be picked up from school. Jonathan: ____________________________ A. B. C. D.

That’s fine we can go in the car. See you tomorrow. That’s not a problem. I’ll pick them up. Don’t worry you can pick them up.



Written Expression Choose the sentence that completes the paragraph. 37. S1: Some people walk on the treadmill at home or ride a bicycle. S2: ____________________________ S3: Most people have a favourite way of exercise. A. B. C. D.

Others like to go out dancing, work out in a gym or go swimming. Regular exercise can help protect you from heart disease and stroke. Experts say 20 to 30 minutes of some physical activity thrice a week is a must. Some physical activities are indoor and some outdoor.

38. S1: Do the kind of clothes we wear attract mosquitoes? S2: ____________________________ S3: Also, light catching textures like satin are avoided by them. A. Experiments by Dr. Brown show that mosquitoes land more on dark coloured clothes. B. Dr. Brown of the University of West Ontario studied mosquitoes. C. Many different types of clothes were used in the experiments by Dr. Brown. D. An experiment on mosquitoes was conducted by Dr. Brown. 39. S1: The first computer game was developed by Stephen Russell and his friends. S2: ____________________________ S3: Each player had to destroy the other’s ship by firing torpedoes. A. B. C. D.

The year was 1962 and the place Massachussets Institute of Technology. Called Spacewar!, it featured two players and two ships. Russell worked on the game at Massachussets Institute of Technology. The game became more complex and Russell continued to modify it.

40. S1: Michelangelo, sculptor and architect, had a great influence on the world of art. S2: ____________________________ S3: What he loved about this city was its art and architecture. A. St. Peter’s Basilica is considered to be his greatest architectural work. B. Pope Julius II asked him to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Rome. C. What is appreciated now are his revolutionary designs in architecture. D. Though born near Arezzo, he considered Florence his home.

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Class 7 2nd

Year 2011


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CLASS 7 | 2nd IEO - 2011

SECTION-I : WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE Choose the right word and fill in the blanks : 1.

The popular game shows give __________ many prizes to the contestants on TV.

(A) in

(C) up

2.

Parents always keep an eye __________ small children when they are playing.

(A) on

(B) by

(C) with

(D) of

3.

Affluent people live in posh localities. The word affluent means __________.

(A) fashionable

(C) healthy

4.

The new children’s film will be released before Diwali.

(B) away

(D) off

(B) poor

(D) rich

Which phrase can be used instead of the underlined words?

(A) come out

(B) come down

(C) come by

(D) come across

5.

The villager was __________ by a bus.

(A) knocked down

(B) knocked off

(C) knocked on

(D) knocked up

6.

The patient recovered __________ a major surgery quite soon.

(A) with

(C) of

7.

My uncle gave me a/an __________ gift. I’ll treasure it forever.

(A) invaluable

(C) ordinary

(B) from

(D) into

(B) useless

(D) similar

8. As he __________ his promise twice, they will no longer trust him.

(A) is broken

(B) was broken

(C) is breaking

(D) has broken

9.

If it hadn’t been for her, I __________ drowned.

(A) wouldn’t have

(C) will have

(B) would have (D) couldn’t have

10. Choose the appropriate idiom : Sneha is the youngest child in the family. She is her father’s favourite. She is the __________.

(A) blue-baby

(B) blue-eyed girl

(C) apple of his eye

(D) apple that doesn’t fall


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11. Guess the idiom looking at the picture.

(A) Storm in a teacup

(B) Eye of a storm

(C) Storm in a nutshell

(D) To take by storm

(12-14) : Spot the error : 12. The family members

are having

a duty to care

for the elderly.

(B)

(C)

(D)

fastly ate

the rice without realizing

that it had gone stale.

(B)

(C)

(D)

which I bought

in Switzerland

ticked loud.

(B)

(C)

(D)

(A)

13. The hungry boys

(A)

14. The old clock

(A)

Choose the correct option : 15. He often ___________ his own breakfast.

(A) cooked

(B) cooks

(C) has cooked

(D) is cooking

16. Recently Sunil ___________ a Blackberry.

(A) purchases

(B) is purchasing

(C) has purchased

(D) was purchasing

17. Here is a road sign. What does it mean?

(A) Boulders ahead

(B) Shooting stones ahead

(C) Do not throw stones

(D) Men at work

18. The Harry Potter movie was ____________ as the book.

(A) good

(C) as good as

(B) similar (D) as good

19. I cut my finger and it’s ____________ a bit.

(A) burning

(B) bleeding

(C) plastered

(D) bruised


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20. “Don’t touch this switch!” This is a(n) _________ .

(A) request

(B) announcement

(C) warning

(D) question

21. The foreign delegates ____________ the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu at Fort St.George.

(A) called off

(B) called on

(C) called in

(D) called up

22. The engine needed repair because it was ____________ too much smoke.

(A) drawing from

(B) giving away

(C) giving off

(D) putting in

23. Yogis can ____________ by eating berries and fruits.

(A) fast

(B) reside

(C) in habit

(D) survive

24. A tempestuous sea makes a voyage ____________.

(A) smooth

(C) frightening

(B) fascinating (D) easy

25. Rahul and Priya are my sister’s children. They are my ____________ and niece.

(A) cousin

(B) sibling

(C) peer

(D) nephew

26. I had to ____________ up my jogging because my knees started to hurt.

(A) call

(C) give

(B) pull (D) put

27. The Chilean ____________ were trapped underground for ninety days.

(A) miner

(B) minor

(C) minors

(D) miners

28. The Chennai Super Kings lost ____________ The Rajasthan Royals in the IPL finals.

(A) by

(C) for

(B) to (D) over

(29-30) : How many words are misspelt in these sentences : 29. The psychologist adviced the student to go for counceling.

(A) 3

(C) 1

(B) 2 (D) none

30. Kesav’s father is a kernel in the army.

(A) 3

(C) 1

(B) 2 (D) none


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SECTION-II : Reading (31-35) : Study the table and answer the questions : Annual number of foreign visitors in millions From

To the USA

To the UK

To India

Australia

0.5

0.5

2.0

Canada

17

0.6

0.7

Japan

3.2

0.6

18.0

Spain

0.1

0.7

0.1

31. Which of the following statements is false?

(A) Equal number of Australians visit the USA and the UK.

(B) Less than a million Spanish travel to the UK and the USA.

(C) The number of Canadians and Japanese visiting the UK is the same.

(D) More Japanese visit the USA than the number of Canadians.

32. The maximum foreign tourists to India are from _______ .

(A) Australia

(B) Canada

(C) Japan

(D) Spain

33. Annual means _______ .

(A) yearly

(C) weekly

(B) monthly (D) fortnightly

34. The maximum number of tourists to USA are from _______ .

(A) Australia

(B) Canada

(C) Japan

(D) Spain

35. Which of the following statements is true?

(A) UK receives more visitors than the US.

(B) The annual visitors to India and the US are the same.

(C) More than a million Spanish visit India.

(D) Least number of Canadians visit India.

(36-39) : Read the following passage and answer the questions given below : Everyone knows that a fairy tale is a story meant for children, often involving some fanciful creatures or extraordinary adventure. It may have similarities to reality, but it is a made-up story. Children enjoy reading fairy tales because they kindle their imagination and transport the children to a world of fantasy.

36. An example of a fanciful creature in a fairy tale is _______ .

(A) a king

(C) an elf

(B) a princess (D) a prince


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37. Fairy tales are based on true life incidents.

(A) True

(C) Cannot say

(B) False

(D) Sometimes yes

38. Children like to read fairy tales because they

(A) are real, original and practical.

(B) are easy to read and understand.

(C) carry them to an imaginary world.

(D) help them pass their time usefully.

39. ‘Kindle their imagination’ : the underlined word means

(A) Please

(B) Handle

(C) Stimulate

(D) Curb

(40-43) : Read the following passage and answer the questions given below : Imagine a world without colours! It would be dull and people will find life uninspiring. Look around and you can see butterflies, trees, flowers and fruits adding colour to the plain landscape. Colourful things in Nature fill us with delight and pep up our spirits. Colours can be classified as primary and secondary. Artists, photographers, dress designers and interior decorators know the importance of colours.

40. A colourless world will make people’s life on earth _____________ .

(A) wonderful

(B) boring

(C) burdensome

(D) heavy

41. Colourful things in Nature, like the butterflies _____________.

(A) dampen our spirits

(C) check our spirits

(B) cheer our spirits

(D) make us cry

42. Dress designers know the importance of colours because _____________.

(A) there are primary and secondary colours

(B) a good colour combination is pleasing to the eyes

(C) they are colour blind

(D) people don’t like colourful dresses

43. Interior decorators are people who _____________ .

(A) sit inside and decorate things

(B) sit and decorate themselves

(C) enhance the beauty of the interior

(D) sit inside and paint the walls


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Section-III : Spoken and written expression Choose the correct option for the given situations : 44. You have broken a plate in Rahul’s (your friend) house at the birthday party. What will you tell your friend?

(A) I’m terribly sorry, Rahul.

(B) May you forgive me!

(C) I hope it’s not a problem.

(D) Don’t mind dude!

45. Harsha

: “Ouch! That’s my foot you stepped on!”

Varun

: “________________ you were behind me.”

(A) Fortunately, I didn’t notice that

(B) I’m very sorry! I didn’t notice that

(C) What a pity, I didn’t notice that

(D) Unfortunately, I noticed that

46. Rita

: “Would you mind carrying the books for me?”

Mary

: “ ________________”

(A) I’d love to.

(B) Pardon me.

(C) No, not at all.

(D) Yes, certainly.

47. Police

: “Excuse me, sir, do you realize this is a ‘No parking area’?”

Driver

: “________________ .”

(A) Yes, I do. I’ll park here just for 30 minutes

(B) Yes, officer. I am not parking. I’ve run out of petrol

(C) Yes, officer. I’ll pay the fine

(D) No, I don’t. I will park here

48. “Hello, I’m Sally”

“ ________________ I’m Jane.”

(A) Hi Sally. Nice to meet you.

(B) Hi Sally. I’m fine thank you.

(C) Hi Sally. Fine thank you.

(D) Hi Sally, how are you?


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: “Good morning! Could you put me through to Mr. Krish, please?”

Telephone operator : “________________”

(A) Thank you for calling.

(B) It was nice talking to you.

(C) Yes, certainly, hold the line please.

(D) Sorry, call up later. I’m busy.

50. Student

: “Can I leave the room for a moment?”

Teacher

: “________________”

(A) Sorry, you can.

(B) Of course, you can’t.

(C) Sorry, you can’t leave now.

(D) Yes, with pleasure.

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Class 7 3rd

Set A Year 2012


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3rd IEO - SET A SECTION-I : WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE

CHOOSE THE BEST WORD/PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE OR THE MEANING OF THE UNDERLINED WORD. 1.

There is an old bridge _________ the river.

(A) by

(B) at

(C) across

(D) into

2.

Children look ________ their parents for guidance.

(A) up to

(B) up and down

(C) down upon

(D) after

3.

She was deceived by his good looks and trusted him.

(A) fooled

(B) astonished

(C) considered

(D) depended

4.

Russia was a pioneer in space research.

(A) follower

(B) leader

(C) teacher

(D) researcher

5.

A fire broke _____ in the post office early on Tuesday.

(A) up

(C) out

6.

The police questioned _____________ suspect separately.

(A) every

(B) some

(C) any

(D) each

7.

Don’t drop this package. It contains a/an ______________ gift for my son.

(A) priceless

(B) invaluable

(C) fragile

(D) perfect

8.

He was tired and ill and ________ on the stairs and fell all the way down.

(A) steered

(B) stumped

(C) stumbled

(D) struck

9.

If I were a millionaire, I _________ travel to distant places around the world.

(A) would

(B) would be able

(C) would like

(D) would to

(B) down

(D) into

CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE IDIOM. 10. There was a thunderstorm, and it was raining __________________.

(A) mice and dogs

(B) cats and rats

(C) cats and dogs

(D) rats and dogs


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3rd IEO - SET A 11. The damage is done now. No use _________________________.

(A) sobbing over

(B) pouring milk on the table

(C) crying over spilt milk

(D) crying baby gets milk

FIND WHERE THE ERROR IS IN THE SENTENCE. 12. I am reaching (A)

school (B)

in time (C)

every day. (D)

13. He’s working really hardly as his exams (A) (B) (C)

start next week. (D)

14. Why are you standing quietly on the corner (A) (B) (C)

by yourself? (D)

15. The shirt

was rarely cheap.

(A)

I bought

here yesterday

(B)

(C)

MATCH THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES WITH THE WORDS BELOW. 16. “Do you think you could type this out for me?” ______ ___________. 17. “Men at work – take diversion.” _________ ________. 18. “Power switches – keep away.” ________ _________. 19. “Let’s go to the beach.” __________ _______.

(A) A suggestion

(B) A request

(C) An announcement

(D) An order

CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. 20. He was in a hurry, so he _________ down his milk and ran to school.

(A) gulped

(B) geared

(C) gummed

(D) grouped

21. A big _______ of cows was grazing in the paddy fields.

(A) flock

(B) group

(C) troop

(D) herd

22. She _____________ reading five volumes of Harry Potter books so far.

(A) had finished

(B) has finished

(C) has been finishing

(D) had been finishing

23. To her surprise, she found her new dress was _________ in two places.

(A) teared

(B) tored

(C) torn

(D) tore


(D)

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3rd IEO - SET A

24. The poor boy had ____________ all over his hand after the fire accident.

(A) blisters

(B) blusters

(C) boilers

(D) blunders

HOW MANY WORDS ARE MISSPELT IN THESE SENTENCES? 25. The scientist gave the students a demonstraition of the experiement.

(A) 1

(B) 2

(C) 3

(D) 0

26. There was a sudden raise in the price of groseries.

(A) 1

(B) 2

(C) 3

(D) 0

CHOOSE THE RIGHT ANSWER. 27. _______________ on this sea route loot all the passing ships.

(A) Sailors

(B) Pirates

(C) Couriers

(D) Burglars

28. The __________ represented his country at the dinner.

(A) encamp

(B) envoy

(C) delayer

(D) decipher

29. She came to the party in a car driven by a _______________.

(A) chauffeur

(B) champagne

(C) champion

(D) coiffeur

30. After the time-out, our team __________________ level scores.

(A) didn’t able to

(B) was managing to

(C) managed to

(D) could able to

SECTION-II : READING READ THE CONVERSATION AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. Samanta

What’s your new manager like?

Noori

Not manager, we’re supposed to call him ‘team leader’.

Samanta

Oh, why’s that? He wants an informal atmosphere, so, we’re to call him Jim, not to address him

Noori

as Mr. Perkins. Oh, and he’s changed my job title. I’m not a ‘secretary’ anymore; I’m a ‘personal assistant’.

Samanta

Have you been promoted?

Noori

Oh, no- it’s the same job with a different name. He’s got a thing about positive words. We mustn’t use the word ‘problem’, but say ‘positive challenge’ instead. Nothing must be called a ‘failure’, it’s just an ‘improvement opportunity’. You know what - he got angry when I mentioned that the company made a loss last year. We’re supposed to say ‘negative growth’ instead. Copyright©2015. Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)

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3rd IEO - SET A Samanta

He sounds mad. What happened to your old boss?

Noori

He had a ‘career change opportunity’.

Samanta

What does that mean? He got a better job?

Noori

No, he was fired! Ha-ha.

31. The company has been doing _______ recently.

(A) really well

(B) badly

(C) excellent profits

(D) hardly well

32. How does Jim create an informal atmosphere?

(A) By giving people promotions

(B) By firing the manager

(C) By letting people chat for long hours

(D) By letting people use his first name

ACCORDING TO THE NEW MANAGER: 33. who/what should be referred to as a challenge? ________ ______ 34. who/what should be referred to as a chance to improve? ________ ______ 35. who/what is now known as negative growth? ________ _______

(A) Career change opportunity

(B) Lack of profit

(C) Lack of success

(D) A difficult situation

READ THE PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. Ronald was watching Jurassic Park again – he had lost count of the number of times he had watched the film. As the final credits rolled on the TV screen, he looked at the time. Gosh, it was nearly midnight. His tired eyes closed. The door bell rang loudly. When he opened the door he saw huge blood stained footprints leading down the stairs. Mesmerized, he followed the footprints down the stairs. Suddenly the roar of a T-rex rent the air. His hair stood on end. The vibration of giant footsteps was drawing near. His heart hammered loudly and his heart leapt to his mouth. Frantically, he tried to hide under the stairs. Ouch! He felt a bump on his head, as he fell off the couch onto the rug. All this was just a nightmare.

36. When Ronald opened the door, _____________________.

(A) the dangerous monster stood there

(B) the huge creature was just leaving

(C) the giant tried entering the door

(D) the savage hulk had already left

37. Which word in the passage means fascinated?

(A) Mesmerized

(B) Hammered

(C) Leapt

(D) Rent


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38. His hair stood on end. Why?

(1) A dangerous monster was approaching.

(2) He saw the killer’s pugmarks.

(3) He heard a deafening animal cry.

(4) He saw the blood of the dead dinosaur.

(A) 1, 2, 3, 4

(B) 2 and 4

(C) 1, 2 and 3

(D) 2, 3 and 4

39. According to the passage, how did Ronald feel when he heard the roar?

(A) Terrified

(B) Frantic

(C) Vibrated

(D) Tired

40. Where was Ronald sleeping?

(A) At the door

(B) Under the stairs

(C) On the sofa

(D) In the park

41. How many times had Ronald watched Jurassic Park?

(A) A couple of times

(B) Several times

(C) Ten times

(D) Once

42. Ronald was sleeping and rolled onto the _________________.

(A) steps

(B) clock

(C) carpet

(D) TV screen

43. Which one of the following sentences is true?

(A) Ronald was working loudly with a hammer.

(B) Ronald was rolling in front of the TV screen.

(C) Ronald had had a scary dream.

(D) Ronald tried to hide under the sofa.

SECTION-III : Spoken and written expression CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION FOR THE GIVEN SITUATIONS. 44. Sham was writing an e-mail to his professor Vijay Merchant. How should he begin his e-mail?

(A) Hiya Vijay

(B) Hey Dude

(C) Most Honourable Sir

(D) Dear Mr Merchant Copyright©2015. Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)

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3rd IEO - SET A 45. Caller : Hi, _____________________________ Mandy, please.

Operator : Hold the line, I’ll see if she’s there.

(A) May I request for

(B) I’d wish for speak

(C) I’d like to speak to

(D) May I want to

46. Shop Assistant : That will be $22.

Customer : _____________________________.

Shop Assistant : Thank you.

(A) There you should go

(B) Here you come

(C) Here you are

(D) There you stand

47. Student : Teacher, _____________________________. Could you please repeat?

(A) I can’t able to hear

(B) I don’t remember

(C) I don’t understand

(D) I’m not listening

48. Your guest has just spilt fruit juice all over the costly table cloth.

You say : _____________________________

(A) Oh, no. How clumsy!

(B) Don’t worry, I’ll mop it up.

(C) Oh, dear, what a waste.

(D) Don’t bother, it’s only Monday.

49. Harry : Thanks so much for your help.

Ginny : ___________________.

(A) Don’t even bother

(B) You’re saying

(C) It was such a bother

(D) Not at all Copyright©2015. Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF)

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50. Which is the best way to interrupt a speaker in a group discussion?

(A) Keep quiet now, will you?

(B) Will you let me speak at all?

(C) I’d like to say something here.

(D) I’m going to speak at this point.

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Class 7 3rd

Set B Year 2012


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3rd IEO - SET B SECTION-I : WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE

CHOOSE THE BEST WORD/PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. 1.

This train is the only link ___________ the village and the city.

(A) from

(B) for

(C) between

(D) to

2.

If you don’t know the meaning of a word, you can look it ___________ in a dictionary.

(A) for

(B) up

(C) down

(D) to

3.

He was ___________ that he had failed his driving test.

(A) devastated

(B) deviated

(C) disgusted

(D) derailed

4.

If you act in haste, everything will go to waste. The word haste means ___________.

(A) alone

(C) slowly

5.

He’s had several arguments with his boss. The word argument can be replaced by _______.

(A) fire in

(B) run in

(C) talk back

(D) back into

6.

People still have ___________ doubts about his fitness.

(A) __

(B) much

(C) lot of

(D) any

7.

We don’t know what happened. We can only ___________ on it.

(A) expect

(B) detect

(C) guesswork

(D) speculate

8.

I’m going to attend the talk by the noted economist Amartya Sen. ‘Noted’ means _________.

(A) famous

(B) strict

(C) intelligent

(D) controversial

9.

If I were a tiger, I ___________ scare away all the people.

(A) have to

(B) would like to

(C) like to

(D) could able to

(B) selfishly

(D) a hurry

CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE IDIOM. 10. He’s doesn’t like playing outdoors, he’s an absolute ____________.

(A) couch head

(B) sleepy head

(C) bookworm

(D) lazy tom

11. When he scored top marks, he was _____________.

(A) jumped out of his skin

(C) high on joy

(B) on cloud and stars

(D) over the moon


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3rd IEO - SET B FIND WHERE THE ERROR IS IN THE SENTENCE. 12. She walk

(A)

13. We can’t

15. He studied

really hard

(A)

(B)

(D)

our headmistress.

(C)

and performed really

(D)

will be punished.

(C)

is not

(B)

everyday.

(C)

lately or we

(B)

within the black coat

(A)

to school

(B)

reach school

(A)

14. The lady

all the way

(D)

goodly in the test.

(C)

(D)

CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. 16.

The thief ___________ through a hole in the fence to enter the garden.

(A) crept

(B) bunged

(C) swept

(D) crowed

17. A large ________ of whales was following the ship.

(A) group

(C) school

(B) class

(D) flock

18. We ___________________ completed all the remaining work for the school day.

(A) have just

(C) have just been

(B) had just

(D) had just been

19. The man had a nasty _______ running from his forehead to his cheek.

(A) mole

(B) scar

(C) tear

(D) beard

20. He _______ his hands in several places as he fell.

(A) pain

(B) ache

(C) sore

(D) cut

MATCH THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES WITH THE WORDS BELOW. 21. “Shall we watch the new batman movie?” _________________. 22. “Late payments will not be accepted.” _________________. 23. “Do you mind bringing my book from the staff room?” _________________. 24. “Keep off the grass.” _________________.

(A) An order

(B) A rule

(C) A suggestion

(D) A request


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CHOOSE THE WORD THAT DOESN’T BELONG. 25. salad, ketchup, smoothie, custard

(A) salad

(C) smoothie

(B) ketchup

(D) custard

26. hop, sway, skip, jump

(A) hop

(B) sway

(C) skip

(D) jump

CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER. 27. The senior _______ of this restaurant keeps all his recipes secret.

(A) cooker

(C) chef

(B) cookie

(D) chief

28. In India it is _____________ to greet visitors with a Namaste.

(A) customary

(C) honorary

(B) ordinary

(D) preliminary

29. Limousines, casinos, yachts; he really lives his life _______________.

(A) on the high-flyer

(C) in the fast lane

(B) a real casanova

(D) full of gizmos

30. Vinod _____________ finish the race though he was tired.

(A) could able to

(B) didn’t able to

(C) managed to

(D) was possible to

SECTION-II : READING READ THE PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. For some time now, I have been trying to decide who makes the world’s best ice cream. I have narrowed my list down to four manufacturers : Bobbins Naturals, Wall’s, Wunderburst or Marshal. Let’s start with Bobbins. They make very good ice cream. They have lots and lots of yummy flavours, but that’s really not important - because I always get coffee flavour. They make the best coffee ice cream in the world. I’ve never drunk real hot coffee, but people tell me that Bobbins’ coffee ice cream tastes just like the real thing. Besides, Bobbins uses all natural ingredients to make their ice cream which is a really good idea. Second, there is Wall’s. Wall’s makes excellent ice cream. Like Bobbins, Wall’s uses natural ingredients. But they only make three different flavours—strawberry, vanilla, and choconut—but they make them really creamy and fruity. Especially the strawberry. Every bite of it reminds me of the strawberries that I used to eat at my gran’s house. The vanilla is wonderful. It is very smooth and has a fresh, creamy flavour. But the choconut is the best. It is made with real cocoa beans from Columbia.


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3rd IEO - SET B I didn’t know where Columbia is, so I looked for it on a map. I discovered that it is in South America! That’s a long way to go to get cocoa, so it must be good. I would say that the only drawback to Wall’s ice cream is that they only make three different flavours. Third, we have Wunderburst. Wunderburst ice cream is okay. They don’t have many good flavours. Actually, the only Wunderburst flavour I like is Caramel. It is vanilla with little chunks of toffee in it. As you eat the ice cream, you can crunch through the toffee. That’s pretty fun. Finally, there is Marshal. Marshal ice cream is mediocre. The only good thing about Marshal is that it is relatively inexpensive. You can buy a whole carton of Marshal ice cream for ` 50.00. That’s only my two - week allowance. 31. Which of the following would be the best title for this passage?

(A) Strawberry, Vanilla, Choconut, and Toffee

(B) The Four Top Ice Cream Manufacturers

(C) The Finest Ice Cream in the World

(D) Picking the Best Ice Cream Manufacturer

32. If the author wanted to get some coffee ice cream, where would he or she probably go?

(A) Wunderburst

(C) Marshal

(B) Bobbins

(D) Wall’s

33. According to the passage, the author likes Bobbins ice cream because it _______.

(A) is all natural

(B) is made in Columbia

(C) comes in toffee flavour

(D) is mediocre

34. The author writes, “That’s a long way to go to get cocoa, so it must be good.” Using this information, we can understand that the author believes that _______.

(A) Wall’s is spending a lot of money on its ingredients

(B) Columbia makes the best cocoa in the world

(C) things that are hard to get must be high quality

(D) cocoa from the other parts of the world is not very good

35. The author likes Wunderburst ice cream because it ______.

(A) is relatively inexpensive

(C) is made in Columbia

(B) has toffee in it

(D) is okay

36. According to the passage, how is Bobbins ice cream different from Wall’s?

(1) Bobbins has many different flavours and Wall’s does not.

(2) Bobbins uses all natural ingredients and Wall’s does not.

(3) Bobbins is very expensive and Wall’s is not.

(A) 1 only

(C) 2 and 3 only

(B) 1 and 2 only

(D) 1, 2 and 3


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37. Given the information in the passage, which of the following statements would the author most likely agree with?

(A) Each manufacturer has its strengths and weaknesses.

(B) The best manufacturers are the ones with the most flavours.

(C) Manufacturers with fewer flavours are not usually popular.

(D) Each manufacturer is good for different reasons.

READ THE FOLLOWING LIST AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. ●

They bring you the menu and then become rare to find.

●

They give you stale bread you didn’t ask for and then charge you for it.

●

They ignore you when you try to catch their eye.

●

They give you mineral water when you want tap water and you pay through the nose for it.

●

They serve you food that’s outright bad, and when you want to complain, they look down their noses at you.

●

They bring you the bill, and take their own time coming to collect the money.

●

They are not prompt with service but expect a hefty tip.

38. The above list is ‘The top complaints about _____________.’

(A) chefs

(B) servers

(C) waiters

(D) customers

39. How is the bread that they give you?

(A) Moist

(B) Fresh

(C) Soft

(D) Old

40. According to this list, though they are lethargic to serve you, they expect a _____ reward.

(A) small

(B) reasonable

(C) big

(D) little

41. They bring you the menu and then ________________.

(A) disappear

(B) go back stage

(C) evaporate

(D) camouflage

42. When you want to call them, they ______.

(A) smile at you

(B) wave out to you

(C) pretend not to notice

(D) come over immediately

43. When you say something is badly prepared, they ________.

(A) don’t listen to you

(B) blow their noses at you

(C) start crying and sniffing

(D) treat you as if you were inferior


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3rd IEO - SET B 44. The water they give you is _______.

(A) smelly

(B) scented

(C) expensive

(D) cheap

SECTION-III : Spoken and written expression CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION FOR EACH SITUATION. 45. Sheila : ______________________________

Tina : Oh, I stayed at home and watched TV.

(A) How was work yesterday?

(B) What did you do all weekend?

(C) Did you enjoy the beach?

(D) Have you been sick?

46. Visitor : Can you tell me how to get to the bank, please?

Policeman : ___________________________

(A) Go away, don’t bother me now.

(B) Turn left at the next traffic lights.

(C) Where are you from?

(D) It’s to the north-east.

CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION TO COMPLETE THE CONVERSATION FROM THE OPTIONS BELOW.

Jim : Hi, Tara, ________ (47) ________ you’re free tomorrow night.

Tara : I guess I am. ________ (48) ________

Jim : I’ve just got a couple of tickets for the new Dark Knight movie. Are you interested?

Tara : Definitely, ________ (49) ________.

Jim : ________ (50) _________.

See you tomorrow then.

47.

(A) Can you tell

(B) I was wondering if

(C) Will you be

(D) Do you think if

48.

(A) Why do you ask?

(B) What’s your problem?

(C) I’m not sure.

(D) Sorry, I’m not.

49.

(A) Not this time

(B) Thanks for inviting me

(C) I’m coming

(D) Sorry to disappoint you


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50.

(A) No problem

(B) Not an issue

(C) Not again

(D) No hassles

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Class 7 4th

Set A Year 2013


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4th IEO - Set A

WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE FOR QUESTIONS 1 TO 4, CHOOSE ONE WORD FOR THE GIVEN DEFINITIONS.

FOR QUESTIONS 5 AND 6, SELECT THE MOST APPROPRIATE MEANING OF THE GIVEN IDIOMS OR PROVERBS.

Example

One who travels from place to place selling different articles is _______.

A. an acrobat B. a janitor C. a hawker

D. a traveller

1. Someone who collects or studies stamps is a __________ .

A. philately

B. philietley

C. philly

D. philatelist

2. Someone who makes remarks about a sports competition is a ___________ .

A. spectator

B. observer

C. competitor

D. commentator _________ . A. interviewer

B. interviewee

C. employee

D. employed

A. an examinee

B. an examiner

C. a writer

D. a student

5.

Light years ahead A. to travel at the speed of light B. to be ahead in development C. to go very fast D. to be like light

6.

A close shave A. to escape being cut while shaving B. to walk in a narrow place C. not to be close to someone who is shaving D. narrowly escaping disaster

4. Someone who writes an exam is ______ .

A. to be cherished above all others B. a beautiful apple C. a n a p p l e w h i c h i s l i k e d b y everyone D. a red eye

FOR QUESTIONS 7 TO 9, CHOOSE THE ANSWER THAT BEST DESCRIBES THE TYPE OF ANALOGY.

3. Someone who gives an interview is an

Example Apple of my eye

Example Machine is to engineer as hammer is to carpenter A. item/ purpose B. part/ whole C. characteristics D. tool/ worker

7. Sun is to solar system as bone is to skeleton A. item/purpose B. part/whole C. degrees D. antonyms


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8. Sentence is to paragraph as a note is to melody

A. B. C. D.

item/purpose part/whole tool/worker action/ object

FOR QUESTIONS 14 TO 15, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD OR PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. Example

9. Nucleus is to cell as yolk is to egg

A. B. C. D.

FOR QUESTIONS 10 TO 13, CHOOSE THE PART OF THE SENTENCE THAT HAS AN ERROR. Example

item/purpose part/whole degree action/object

A. B. C. D.

I’m reaching school on time everyday.

10.

A. B. C. D.

Every evening he play football at school.

11.

A. B. C. D.

They travelled to Goa for a holiday in train.

12.

A. B. C. D.

The driver drove the car very fastly.

13.

A. B. C. D.

People in India are crazy on cricket.

Children look _______ their parents for guidance. A. up to B. after C. up and down D. down upon

14. To get to the Principal's office, you have to go ___________ those stairs.

A. B. C. D.

up along over into

15. I saw something about it ___________ television.

A. B. C. D.

in on through at

FOR QUESTIONS 16 TO 19, MATCH THE SENTENCES WITH THE WORDS BELOW. Example (i) “Let’s watch the new batman film?” ______(C)______ (ii) “Late payments will not be accepted”. _____(B)_____ (iii) “Do you mind bringing my book from the staff room?” ______(D)______ (iv) “Keep off the grass.” ____(A)____ A. An order B. A rule C. A suggestion D. A request 16. Could you open the window, please? __________.


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17. Shall we go to Pizza Hut? __________. 18. You should go to a doctor. __________. 19. We must be on time for school. _______.

A. B. C. D.

Advice A request A rule A suggestion

READING FOR QUESTIONS 20 TO 24, READ THE TEXT AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS. Japan is an island nation located in the Pacific Ocean. It is known as the land of the rising sun because of the characters that make up its name mean ‘sun-origin’. It is technologically very advanced and is very famous for Shinkansen. In English, they are known as ‘bullet trains’. However, the literal translation means new trunk line. Bullet trains are high speed passenger rail trains. The term ‘bullet’ is due to the pointed nose of the train that is like that of a bullet along with its sleek and aerodynamic appearance. These trains are operated by Japan Railways. Running at speeds of up to 320 kilometres per hour, the Shinkansen is known for punctuality, comfort, safety and efficiency. There are two types of coaches – Ordinary and the Green car. Both have comfortable chairs facing forward with a generous amount of foot space, although the Green car is more comfortable and offers more leg room. The network consists of multiple lines which have been exclusively built for and used only by the Shinkansen trains. However, the Shinkansen has multiple train categories ranging from the fastest that stop only at major stations to the slowest that stop at every station. The original service began in 1964, connecting the cities of Tokyo and Osaka. The trains travelled at approximately 125 miles per hour (200 kilometres per hour) making the journey time between the two cities at about 2.5 hours.

Over six billion passengers have travelled on the railway since 1964 with no major accidents. The success of these trains led to further development of rail in other European and Asian countries. Two of the more notable services are Alta Velocidad Española (AVE) and Train à Grande Vitesse (TGV) from Spain and France respectively. TGV has an extensive network and has carried in excess of 1.3 billion passengers since the service began in 1981. The AVE started 11 years later and is planning an expansion which would create a larger network than the French line. Riding in a bullet train feels like gliding through air. Even though they travel at such high speeds, the ride is smooth and peaceful. It is a great system and has benefited people by reducing the time of travel. However, there is a downside to this. Travelling by bullet trains is quite expensive. A ticket to travel to another city could cost you almost as much as an air ticket. However, train stations are located in the middle of a city, compared to airports that are usually on the outskirts, making it more convenient and providing value for money. Example Why is Shinkansen known as ‘bullet train’ in English? A. Because the train is a bullet. B. Because the front of the train has a pointed nose.

C. Because of its aerodynamic appearance. D. Because of its sleek appearance.


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20.

This passage will mostly appeal to _____ . A. tourists who travel to Japan B. Japanese business travellers C. people who are interested in Japan D. people who would like to know about trains

21.

The AVE began in _____ . A. 1910 B. 1991 C. 1992 D. 1911

And smoke-blue, And as he passed the wharf He turned, And snapped at a flat-fish That was dead and floating. And I saw the flash of a white throat, And a double row of white teeth, And eyes of metallic grey, Hard and narrow and slit. Then out of the harbour, With that three-cornered fin Shearing without a bubble the water Lithely, Leisurely, He swam— That strange fish, Tubular, tapered, smoke-blue, Part vulture, part wolf, Part neither—for his blood was cold. By E J PRATT

22. Which bullet train has carried the maximum number of passengers? A. The Green car B. TGV C. AVE D. Shinkansen 23.

What does downside mean? A. Upside down B. Disadvantage C. Hill D. Argument

24. Why are bullet trains more convenient than air travel? A. Train stations are centrally located. B. Trains have more legroom. C. Air tickets are more expensive. D. Trains are more punctual. FOR QUESTIONS 25 TO 29, READ THE POEM AND ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS. He seemed to know the harbour, So leisurely he swam; His fin, Like a piece of sheet-iron, Three-cornered, And with knife-edge, Stirred not a bubble As it moved With its base-line on the water. His body was tubular And tapered

Example In which person is the poem written? A. One B. Third C. First D. Second

25.

Choose a title for the poem. A. He B. The Harbour C. The Shark D. The Hungry fish

26.

What is the fin compared to? A. A bubble B. An iron sheet C. Water D. A knife

27.

The thing moves with ___________. A. a lot of difficulty B. great ease C. splashing water D. a lot of light


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28. What is the antonym for cold-blooded?

A. B. C. D.

Hot-blooded Warm-blooded Red-blooded Blue-blooded

29. According to the poem, these things are ___________. A. friendly and nice B. smart and helpful C. pleasant and kind D. fast and alert

Spoken and written expression F O R Q U E S T I O N S 3 0 TO 3 6 , C H O O S E THE BEST REPLY TO COMPLETE THE CONVERSATIONS.

32. Teacher : Have you done your homework?

Example Sheila : _____________ ?

Tina: Oh, I stayed at home and watched TV.

33. Which is the best way to express your opinion in a group discussion?

A. How is work

B. What did you do all weekend

C. Did you enjoy the beach D. Have you been sick

30. Shop Assistant : Welcome! How can I help you?

Student : _____________________ A. Yes, I did it. B. Have I? C. Yes, I have. D. Have you?

A. B. C. D.

I only feel that…. My one opinion is that…….. I think that…… I’m believing that………

34. Chimp : I have a problem. I get tired very easily.

Champ : __________________. A. B. C. D.

Shop Assistant : ___________________

A. What’s that?

35. Swati : Is this Dia airlines?

B. Certainly. Come this way!

C. We have only pants.

D. Let’s go!

Customer : Thank you. I’d like to buy some trousers.

31. Telephonist : Good Morning! Relax Industries.

Caller : I want to talk to the CEO of your company.

Telephonist : ___________________

A. Why? please.

B. No, you can’t.

C. No problem!

D. Ok! May I know the reason, please?

Don’t get tired. Just sleep Maybe go to sleep You should sleep for 8 hours Eat vitamins. Then sleep

Telephonist : Yes. How may I help you? Swati : ________ from Delhi to London.

A. B. C. D.

I’ll book a ticket I want an air ticket I’d like to buy a ticket I’m going by air

36. Mum : You’ve got a big exam coming up. Doesn’t it worry you? Munna: No, _____________.

A. B. C. D.

not not not not

in the slightest to the slightest by the slightest for the slightest


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FOR QUESTIONS 37 TO 45, CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION TO COMPLETE EACH GAP IN THE LETTER. 30th June 20XX Cells and Batteries M-202, Outer Circle Connaught Place New Delhi Dear Mr. Singh Re : Order No. I am writing to inform you that the products we ordered from your company have not been supplied correctly. On 15th May 20XX, we had placed an online (example) ____(A)____ for two hundred double A batteries. However, we received ____(37)____ a hundred. This error put our organisation in a ____(38)____ situation. We had to make emergency purchases to fulfil ____(39)____commitments to our customers. This has not only caused ____(40)____ a lot of inconvenience but also increased our cost. ____(41)____ have been buying batteries from you for a long ____(42)____ and I’m requesting you to make up for this ____(43)____ immediately and to ensure that such errors do not ____(44)____ again. I look forward to hearing from you. Yours Sincerely P. Tavia ____(45)____ Manager Example A. order C. email 37.

38.

A. B. C. D.

serious bad difficult hard

A. B. C. D.

your their our my

A. B. C. D.

us them me you

A. B. C. D.

They You We I

A. B. C. D.

time phase interval period

A. B. C. D.

issue shortfall money problem

A. B. C. D.

make originate occur come

A. B. C. D.

Selling Purchasing Marketing Security

39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44.

B. letter D. inquiry

45.

A. B. C. D.

simply only basically fist


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ACHIEVERS SECTION FOR QUESTIONS 46 TO 50, CHOOSE THE CORRECT ANSWER. 46. Someone who is strongly attracted to knowledge about the stars is __________.

A. B. C. D.

an astrologer an astrophile a star reader a star gazer

47. Have you read the article ___________ Teen magazine ___________ Sachin Tendulkar?

A. B. C. D.

on, on of, on in, on about, on

48. Kitty : _____________________.

Yannis : Take some medicine!

A. B. C. D.

My My My My

head head head head

is paining. hurts. is full of pain. has hurt.

49. Proactive is to initiative as ignorant is to uninformed

A. B. C. D.

item/purpose synonyms characteristics antonyms

50. Billy : I have a lot of free time. I think I’ll take cooking classes. Miley: Yes, you should _____________ .

A. B. C. D.

make hay as the sun shines make hay so the sun shines make hay when the sun shines make hay while the sun shines


Class 7 4th

SET B Year 2013


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4th IEO - Set B

WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE FOR QUESTIONS 1 TO 3, CHOOSE ONE WORD FOR THE GIVEN DEFINITIONS. Example

One who travels from place to place selling different articles is _______.

A. B. C. D.

an acrobat a janitor a hawker a traveller

1. A group of four singers or instrumentalists are __________. A. quintet B. instrumentals C. quartet D. musicians 2. A foam formed by soap or detergent is called _____. A. bubbles B. soapy water C. froth D. lather 3. A group of actors, singers or dancers is called a _______. A. company B. business C. organisation D. band FOR QUESTIONS 4 AND 5, SELECT THE MOST APPROPRIATE MEANING OF THE GIVEN IDIOMS OR PROVERBS.

Example apple of my eye A. to be cherished above all others B. a beautiful apple C. a n a p p l e w h i c h i s l i k e d b y everyone D. a red eye

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dot A. B. C. D.

the i’s and cross the t’s bad handwriting wrong alphabet pay attention to details good handwriting

5. raining cats and dogs A. there are many cats and dogs in the street B. to rain heavily C. cats and dogs fall from the sky like rain D. creating a flood FOR QUESTIONS 6 TO 9, CHOOSE THE ANSWER THAT BEST DESCRIBES THE TYPE OF ANALOGY. Example 6.

Machine is to engineer as hammer is to carpenter. A. Item / Purpose B. Part / Whole C. Characteristics D. Tool/ Worker Smile is to grin as cry is to sob. A. Characteristics B. Part /Whole C. Degree D. Synonyms

7. Ruler is to measure as mobile is to make calls. A. Characteristics B. Object/ Action C. Tool/ Worker D. Part/ Whole 8.

Finger is to hand as key is to keyboard. A. Item/Purpose B. Part/ Whole C. Degree D. Antonyms


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9. Obsolete is to up-to-date as help is to hinder. A. Synonyms B. Antonyms C. Characteristics D. Type FOR QUESTIONS 10 TO 12, CHOOSE THE PART OF THE SENTENCE THAT HAS AN ERROR. Example

A. B. C. D.

I’m reaching school on time everyday.

10.

A. B. C. D.

He worked very little and didn’t got a promotion.

11.

A. B. C. D.

Yesterday he walk all the way to school.

12.

A. B. C. D.

Cheating people is an illegally and badly business practice.

14. He was stopped by the police for driving ______ 100 kilometres per hour.

at on to for

A. B. C. D.

away up at on

FOR QUESTIONS 16 TO 19, MATCH THE SENTENCES WITH THE WORDS GIVEN BELOW. Example (i) “Let’s watch the new batman film?” ______ (C)______

Example

A. B. C. D.

15. When Ravi didn’t take the new job, he passed _______ a good opportunity.

(ii) “Late payments will not be accepted.” _____(B)_____ (iii) “Do you mind bringing my book from the staff room?” ______(D)______ (iv) “Keep off the grass.” ____(A)____ A. An order B. A rule C. A suggestion D. A request

FOR QUESTIONS 13 TO 15, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD OR PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE.

C. in D. onto

Children look __________ their parents for guidance. A. up to B. after C. up and down D. down upon

13. She took the key and put it ____ the lock. A. between B. to

16. Don’t walk here - Wet paint! ___________ 17. How about an ice cream? ___________ 18. Can I taste that? ___________ 19.

We A. B. C. D.

shouldn’t eat junk food. ___________ Advice A request An order A suggestion


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READING FOR QUESTIONS 20 TO 24, READ THE TEXT AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. Is your television a robot? What about the washing machine? And your car? Look around your house. Can you find some more? According to the Encyclopaedia Britannica, a robot is ‘any automatically operated machine that replaces human effort, though it may not resemble human beings in appearance or perform functions in a human like manner.’ But are Robots really a new invention? Many ancient myths include artificial people, such as the mechanical servants built by the Greek god Hephaestus, the clay golems of Jewish legend and clay giants of Norse legend. In the third century, in ancient China, a mechanical engineer Yan Shi presented the Chinese Emperor with a life-size, human-shaped mechanical figure made of leather, wood and artificial organs. In the fifth century, Greek mathematician Archytas of Tarentum, a pal of Plato’s, built a mechanical bird driven by a jet of steam or compressed air. It is considered to be history’s first robot. The word ‘Robot’ originates from the Czech word robota, meaning ‘drudgery’. In 1921, robots first appeared in a play where the machines rise up and kill their creators, leaving a lone survivor. The first real robot was made in 1961. It was a giant arm called Unimate and was used to help make cars. The first death due to a robot occurred in 1981, when a robotic arm crushed a Japanese factory worker. These days, robots are used widely in industries and by the army. In some cases, the use of robots has resulted in unemployment and in some cases it has helped to reduce the number of casualties. Robots are also used for exploration purposes for example: they are used to

explore dangerous places like volcanoes. They are even sent to space to survey Mars and the moon. So, robots are very useful to man as they help in performing day-to-day mundane activities. Since the instructions are already built-in, they make no mistakes. They don’t get tired and never complain unless they have been programmed to. But they should be used wisely else they may cause more harm than help. Example 20.

Where does the word ‘Robot’ come from? A. A Czech word B. Japan C. Ancient myths D. Encyclopaedia Britannica Choose a title for the text. A. Robots B. Myths about Robots C. Robot revolution D. History of Robots

21. According to the text, robots are used to _____. A. make cars B. make cars and survey space C. make cars, explore volcanoes and survey space D. explore volcanoes, kill people and survey space 22.

The first robot was made in _____. A. 1921 B. the 3rd century C. the 5th century D. 1961

23. According to the passage, what does ‘invention’ mean? A. Discovery B. Innovation


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C. Find D. Detection

24.

In the text, find a word that means ‘death’. A. Kill B. Casualties C. Crushed D. Survivor

Early or late their birth, Stranger and foe, one day each other know. (Vocabulary : Wight - a living being, especially a human) Example

FOR QUESTIONS 25 TO 29, READ THE POEM AND ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW.

I Knew A Man By Sight by Henry David Thoreau I knew a man by sight, A blameless wight, Who, for a year or more, Had daily passed my door, Yet converse none had had with him. I met him in a lane, Him and his cane, About three miles from home, Where I had chanced to roam, And volumes stared at him, and he at me. In a more distant place I glimpsed his face, And bowed instinctively; Starting he bowed to me, Bowed simultaneously, and passed along. Next, in a foreign land I grasped his hand, And had a social chat, About this thing and that, As I had known him well a thousand years. Late in a wilderness I shared his mess, For he had hardships seen, And I a wanderer been; He was my bosom friend, and I was his. And as, methinks, shall all, Both great and small, That ever lived on earth,

25.

For how long has the man passed his door? A. A year B. Years C. Thousand years D. More than a year

What is this poem talking about? A. Judging a book by its cover B. Being a good person C. Helping people D. Making friends

26. The two men were ________ before they started talking. A. friends B. strangers C. acquaintances D. colleagues 27.

What does ‘I shared his mess’ mean? A. They had the same mess. B. They were both messy. C. They both had a lot in common. D. They liked to share their things.

28. How did time? A. With B. With C. With D. With 29.

they greet each other the second a a a a

bow hug handshake look

What does ‘bosom friend’ mean? A. A noble friend B. A good friend C. A decent friend D. A very close friend


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Spoken and written expression F O R Q U E S T I O N S 3 0 TO 3 6 , C H O O S E THE BEST REPLY TO COMPLETE THE CONVERSATIONS.

30.

Example Sheila : ____________? Tina: Oh, I stayed at home and watched TV. A. How is work B. What did you do all weekend C. Did you enjoy the beach D. Have you been sick Tej : My dog is missing. I’m so sad! Pej : __________________________. A. I’m afraid to hear that B. Too bad C. I’m sorry to hear that D. Crying shame

31. Teacher : Harish is failing his biology and chemistry tests. Principal : He’ll have to _____________. A. roll his socks up B. stretch his socks up C. pull his socks up D. take his socks up 32. Which is the best way to ask for someone’s opinion in a group discussion? A. What else? B. Can you say something? C. Talk, please. D. What do you think? 33. Lily : Did you hear about this? Daisy is in the hospital. Rose : ______________________ . A. Let’s go visiting B. Let’s go visiting her C. Let’s go visit her D. Let’s go worry her

34. Jerry : Will you come watch me play cricket? Dad : Sure, I’ll be _________________ . A. cheering you on B. cheering you up C. cheering it up D. cheering you ahead 35.

Mani : I want to play hide and seek. Tani : Thanks, but it’s not __________ . A. my thing B. my teacup C. my interest D. my cup of tea

36.

Mary Mum A. I B. I C. I D. I

: I came first in the Science Test! : That’s great! _______________ . knew you’d come ahead knew you’d come out on top knew you’d come far knew you’d come from the top down

FOR QUESTIONS 37 TO 45, CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION TO COMPLETE EACH GAP IN THE TEXT. How to be a champion Who is a champion? Is it someone who wins just once? (e.g.)__(A)___, it is someone who consistently wins. This ___(37)___ will provide some general advice on how __(38)__ become and stay a champion. You cannot ___(39)__ if you don’t believe you can. Being __(40)__ can have an incredible impact on your ___(41)____. Some people are naturally better at certain ____(42)____ than others. So identify your talents and ____(43)____ to develop them. People who win a ___(44)__ are often very good at self-discipline.


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They ____(45)___ on a plan and follow it. Don’t get disheartened when you lose. When you do win, congratulate the others too. Most importantly, have fun! 37.

A. B. C. D.

Example no yes maybe but

A. B. C. D.

reading article book paragraph

A. B. C. D.

we can to just

A. B. C. D.

win lose plan make

38. 39.

40.

A. B. C. D.

polite patient positive powerful

41.

A. B. C. D.

act presentation winning performance

42.

A. B. C. D.

stuff things materials objects

43.

A. B. C. D.

seek find locate investigate

44.

A. B. C. D.

several much many lot

45.

A. B. C. D.

prove work effect increase

ACHIEVERS SECTION CHOOSE THE CORRECT OPTION. 46. A person who loves collecting books or reading is called _________. A. bibliophile B. reader C. book worm D. booker 47. CHOOSE THE PART OF THE SENTENCE THAT HAS AN ERROR.

A. B. C. D.

Some students work past-time while taking a full term of courses.

48. Choose the answer that best describes the type of analogy. Gallon is to volume as kilometres is to distance. A. Type/Unit B. Characteristics


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C. Degree D. Antonyms

FOR QUESTIONS 49 AND 50, CHOOSE THE BEST REPLY TO COMPLETE THE CONVERSATIONS. 49. Joy : Hello! Can I talk to Mr. Singh, please? Telephonist : ______________ while I transfer your call. A. Could you be holding

B. Stay on the line, please C. Hold the wire, please D. Hold the phone

50. Rani : This necklace is so beautiful. But it’s expensive! Raj : ______________________ .

A. B. C. D.

This is on me I’ll pay Let me do it Let me splurge

vvv


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WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE FOR QUESTIONS 1 TO 7, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. Example

Denim jeans have been _________ fashion for a decade now. A. of B. to C. about D. in

1. Alexander decided to give _________ last year’s books to the orphan.

A. B. C. D.

up down away off

2. We had to wade _________ the river to get to the shore.

A. B. C. D.

across on above over

5. My mother is _________ my uncle.

A. B. C. D.

generous than more generous most generous more generous than

his job to 6. When Ben gave start a business, everyone thought he was crazy.

A. B. C. D.

in up to off

7. If I won the lottery, I _________ go on a cruise.

A. B. C. D.

would would be able would like would to

FOR QUESTIONS 8 AND 9, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD FROM THE OPTIONS TO REPLACE THE WORD IN BOLD. Example

3. They heard the referee _________ off the game as soon as it started raining.

A. B. C. D.

put bring blow call

Ramon embraced his friend warmly at the station. A. Cuddled B. Cradled C. Embarrassed D. Hugged

cake so 4. We h a v e o r d e r e d everyone will be able to have a second helping.

8. The team trudged up the mountains with great difficulty, after a long hot day.

A. B. C. D.

not much considerable amount of considerable amount enough

A. B. C. D.

Walked Walked Walked Walked

heavily upwards fast upwards barefoot upwards lightly upwards


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9. She remembers vividly, the first time she held her baby in her arms.

A. B. C. D.

Barely Fortunately Completely Clearly

13.

A. B. C. D.

This was going to be his first visit to the zoo and he wanted to make the best.

FOR QUESTIONS 14 TO 17, CHOOSE THE B E S T O P T I O N TO C O M P L E T E E A C H SENTENCE.

CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE IDIOM. Example

Murphy struggled complete his university studies. A. for all ends B. to all parts C. to all odds and ends D. against all odds

to

10. It was a _________ to swallow, when she lost the elections.

A. B. C. D.

bitter pill sour grape slow truth sour capsule

FOR QUESTIONS 11 TO 13, CHOOSE THE PART OF THE SENTENCE THAT HAS AN ERROR. Example

A. B. C. D.

I use to eat a lot of junk food when I was a child.

11.

A. B. C. D.

The teacher was satisfy with our daughter’s progress during this term.

A. B. C. D.

I does come to the center of town once in a while.

12.

Example

Peter _________ her a kiss as he walked up the plank of the ship and she stood crying there. A. held B. blew C. hugged D. wrote

14. The Taj Mahal is a _________ monument on the banks of the river Yamuna. A. modern B. historical C. expensive D. polluted 15. The manager refused _________ him leave for next Friday. A. to grant to B. and granted C. granting for D. to grant 16. She _________ the carrots, diced the boiled potatoes and sliced the cucumbers for the salad. A. baked B. grated C. whisked D. cutted 17. Scientists have finally _________ an equation for happiness. A. recognized B. known C. invented D. discovered


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FOR QUESTIONS 18 TO 21, MATCH THE SENTENCES WITH THE WORDS GIVEN BELOW. 18. “Watch out! There is a pothole.” _________ 19. “Turn right to reach Parliament House.” _________

FOR QUESTIONS 24 TO 27, CHOOSE THE R I G H T A N S W E R TO C O M P L E T E T H E SENTENCE. Example

20. “ C o u l d y o u open the door for me?” _________ 21. “I think you should go to a doctor as you’ve been unwell more than a week now.” _________ A. B. C. D.

A caution A request An announcement A suggestion

FOR QUESTIONS 22 AND 23, HOW MANY WORDS ARE MISSPELT IN THE SENTENCES GIVEN BELOW? Example

Anne approached the windowpain with steady steps. A. 0 B. 1 C. 2 D. 3

22. Overall, it has been notised that the saddest people live the shortest.

A. B. C. D.

1 2 3 0

A. 1 B. 2

Anne's ________ approach to life troubled her mother.

A. fatal

B. pessimistic

C. hugged D. wrote

24. Brain scans have _________ that business acumen is related with childhood experiences.

A. B. C. D.

printed revealed showed declared

25. The walls of New York city are _________ with graffiti.

A. B. C. D.

covered made looked brought

26. Teacher : “People are _________ reluctant to learn a new language.”

A. B. C. D.

seldom often times often easy

27. The use of mobile phones is _________ in most educational institutes.

23. Its long been known that education is not only knowing how to read and vright.

C. 3 D. 0

A. B. C. D.

banned developed appropriate none of the above


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READING FOR QUESTIONS 28 TO 33, READ THE PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. Ancient Egypt Ancient Egypt is known for its Sphinx and Pyramids. However, it is also gaining popularity about the kind of leadership structure that it followed. Egyptian economy was based on agriculture and therefore the floods would cause great havoc in the country. The most powerful people in the country in this kind of scenario were not the king and queen, but the priests. They conducted the most elaborate ceremonies, either to pray for rains, or to stop floods. The decorative and extravagant rituals were conducted by the priests to gain immense power over the common man. They also used several different kinds of myths and symbols to mystify the religion. A better way for the people of Egypt would have been to have measuring devices to know the fall and rise of the river Nile that affected their lives to such an extent. The lack of information for the citizens was the major reason for them to have depended on the priests.

29. Which word in the passage means ‘ornamental, pretty and attractive’?

1. 2. 3. 4. A. B. C. D.

Leadership structure Nile Sphinx Pyramids 1 and 2 3 and 4 Only 1 Only 4

Economy Decorative Mystify Fable

30. As stated in the passage, the priests were _________.

A. B. C. D.

the principal character money minded great leaders extremely powerful

31. Which of the options can replace the word ‘myth’ as used in the passage?

A. B. C. D.

Antics Heroics Tales Mysteries

32. According to the passage, which of the following sentences is true?

28. What is Egypt attaining a reputation for?

A. B. C. D.

A. The people of Egypt liked depending on the priests. B. The lack of information made the people depend on the priests. C. The people of Egypt were keen to perform elaborate ceremonies. D. The people of Egypt knew how to study the river Nile.

33. The word ‘elaborate’ as used in the passage can be replaced by _________.

A. B. C. D.

category leadership extravagant system


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FOR QUESTIONS 34 TO 39, READ THE PASSAGE AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. Children Learn to Give Children can learn to be charitable, giving and magnanimous from a very young age. Holidays are the perfect time not only for family bonding but also narrowing down on your favorite charities and giving to them. The commonest things that people end up doing on holidays are travel, visit friends and family, eat and celebrate. However, the positive side to festivities and celebrations is the ability to be able to give back to our communities and the less privileged. Every parent has a responsibility to instill in their children, the need to be charitable and kind. This can be done throughout the year, by being role models for their children. By doing this, the parent not only helps the society at large, but also their children. Children who are giving have been known to have a high selfesteem and are extremely confident. They are more assertive and able to question what is happening around them. It also helps them to be grateful and appreciate all the good things that they have. To optimize results, start when your children are as young as 2 years! 34. The author feels that holidays are the perfect time to be _________. A. courageous B. strong C. charitable D. religious

35. The author feels that it is only the parent’s responsibility to teach how to be kind. This sentence is _________.

A. false

B. not mentioned

C. a falsehood

D. true

36. The author’s opinion is that to get the best results, start _________.

A. when children are young

B. when children are just born

C. when children are two years

D. at any time

37. According to the author, the best thing about festivities is the ability to _________.

A. give back to society

B. have fun

C. travel

D. be with family and friends

38. What does the author say about parents?

A. They have a huge responsibility.

B. They are the caretakers.

C. They have to be role models.

D. They love their children.

39. What does the author feel about children who are magnanimous?

1. They are more assertive.

2. They have the best view in the world.

3. They are confident.

4. They grow up to be successful.

A. 1 and 3

B. 1, 2 and 4

C. 2 and 4

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Spoken and written expression FOR QUESTIONS 40 TO 45, CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION FOR THE GIVEN SITUATIONS. Example

Ann: “Have you invited Robert?” Bob: “_________”.

A. I forgot to invite him B. Let me just check C. It slipped my mind

D. All of the above

40. You have just entered a restaurant and the waiter approaches you. What will you tell him? A. ‘Can I have the menu please?’ B. ‘What’s the speciality for today?’ C. ‘Do you serve chicken?’ D. ‘Do you have any free table?’ 41. Jack: “Could you look after my pet for an hour please, while I’m away?” Jane: “_________” A. Absolutely not! B. No way! C. I’ll do it later. D. Sure, I’d love to. 42. Amanda is writing a letter to her aunt, Victoria. How will she begin her letter?

A. B. C. D.

Dear Victoria, Dearest aunt, Honourable aunt, Dear Ms. Victoria,

43. Shopper: “I wonder if you have these shoes in size 6.”

Shop assistant: “_________ I’ll check the stock.”

A. B. C. D.

What’s the hurry! Could you wait like the others? Could you please wait for a moment? I need some time, wait.

44. In a meeting:

Speaker 1: “I think this product will sell well in the market.”

Speaker 2: “_________.”

A. B. C. D.

I fully agree to you I think same too I’m fully agreeable I agree with you

45. Which is the best way to end an email?

A. B. C. D.

Best Regards Cheers Adios Best regards

ACHIEVERS SECTION 46. Choose the appropriate idiom.

He’s the captain of our school, but is not able to manage things. We think he has _________ than he can chew. A. B. C. D.

eaten more cooked much more bitten off more swallowed more

47. C hoose the best option to complete the sentence.

It is ____________ that the Egyptians knew all about cultivation.

A. B. C. D.

said say tell to believe


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CHOOSE THE PART OF THE SENTENCE THAT HAS AN ERROR. 48.

A. B. C. D.

Her mother is keen on sending her at university.

Prem: “_________ really unnerves me!”

A. B. C. D.

I’m not in favor, Going to the dentist Sorry, I am busy What a pity, I hate this

50. “Hi, I’m Susan.”

FOR QUESTIONS 49 AND 50, CHOOSE THE BEST OPTION FOR THE GIVEN SITUATIONS. 49. Samantha: “You look worried! What’s on your mind?”

“Hi, Susan. _________” A. Myself Ram. B. Fine, thank you. C. Are you fine? D. I’m Ram.


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Set B Year 2014


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WORD AND STRUCTURE KNOWLEDGE FOR QUESTIONS 1 TO 5, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. Example

My sister borrowed my coat yesterday. I have a feeling she’s not going to give it . A. in B. up C. into D. back

1. I asked wallet in class.

A. B. C. D.

around on above over

A. B. C. D.

Not much Very few Considerable amount Enough

4. My sister is a mother.

A. B. C. D.

Example

Four men entered the bank and shot the security guards.

A. B. C. D.

masked brave musketeers mammoth

A. B. C. D.

after the

agony pain worry trauma

and felt utter loathing 7. She was for the violence shown in the movie.

snakes are dangerous. A. B. C. D.

in down to off

6. She was in absolute operation.

up down out off

3.

A. B. C. D.

FOR QUESTIONS 6 AND 7, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD FROM THE given OPTIONS.

, if anyone had seen my

his mother’s birthday 2. Benny picked card after spending hours in the shop.

A. B. C. D.

attracted enchanted hateful repulsed

FOR QUESTIONS 8 AND 9, CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE IDIOM. cook than my

good well best better

5. The girl broke arrested her brother.

, when the police

Example

The teacher went through my report with a , before submitting it to the principal.

A. B. C. D.

fine tooth comb fine teeth comb the perfect fine comb complete comb


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8. My baby brother is a always irritating me.

A. B. C. D.

and is

pain in the neck agony in my stomach headache wet blanket

Example

9. She needs to attend anger management . classes, as she gets angry at the

A. B. C. D.

on a whim at all odds drop of a hat event of

FOR QUESTIONS 10 TO 12, choose THE part of THE SENTENCE that has an error. Example

A. B. C. D.

I give my new car to a new mechanic for repair.

A. B. C. D.

A. B. C. D.

A. B. C. D.

14. This was his with the dentist. A. frequent B. regularly C. usually D. routine

in her a love for

monthly appointment

Last year’s black trousers is too tight for me.

16. She was , when her son was not able to speak, like the other children. A. happy B. worried C. anxiously D. cut throat

My sister is studying for two hours now.

17. The child flopped down floor, amongst the toys. A. silently B. raggedly C. slowly D. clumsily

12.

13. Her parents reading. A. installed B. instilled C. inspired D. impressed

Oprah Winfrey is an intelligent and bright woman with heart of gold.

11.

Her has increased, after she got home from the hospital. A. hunger B. appetite C. want for food D. hunger pangs

15. His mother would become better. A. reassure B. to reassure C. is reassuring D. reassured

10.

FOR QUESTIONS 13 TO 17, CHOOSE THE B E S T O P T I O N TO C O M P L E T E E A C H SENTENCE.


, him that things

on the

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FOR QUESTIONS 18 TO 21, MATCH THE SENTENCES WITH THE WORDS BELOW. 18. “Dare you answer back to me like that?”

FOR QUESTIONS 24 TO 27, CHOOSE THE R I G H T A N S W E R to complete the sentence. Example

19. “Silence please, hospital ahead.”

20. “Would you mind lending me your jacket for the evening?”

21. “Do you think footballers are paid, way too much?” A. B. C. D.

A threat A request An announcement A question to elicit opinion

FOR QUESTIONS 22 AND 23, HOW MANY WORDS ARE MISSPELT IN THE SENTENCES given below? Example

The gigantik allay in front of us was a spectaquelar sight. A. B. C. D.

1 2 3 0

22. She wondered aloud, ‘What is the secret to sucess in competetive exams?’ A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 0 23. The couple said that their marriege has been a success because of the sacrifices maid by them. A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 0

The of the city is becoming more expensive than the city center. A. outraged B. outrageous C. outskirts D. overwhelm

24. The bird looked pretty for this part of the countryside. No one had seen such a bird in decades.

A. B. C. D.

habitual unusual gaudy awkward

his brother a flying 25. He decided to lesson for his twenty-first birthday.

A. B. C. D.

gift gift away gift to gift off

26. Teacher: ‘People have great their accomplishments.’

A. B. C. D.

in

honor haughtiness pride prudence

27. The doctors were unable to what was wrong with the baby, even after a battery of tests.

A. B. C. D.

diagnose symptoms prognosis find about


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READING FOR QUESTIONS 28 TO 33, READ THE PAssage AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW. The children of today have a host of information and knowledge sources. In fact, they have so many choices at their fingertips, that it can be quite daunting. In comparison to the present, childhood for their parents was different. They would go to libraries or refer to encyclopedias to gather information. They would also tend to look up to the elders around them for knowledge and guidance. This ensured that they were far more active and social. Today’s children have to be sweet-talked into going outdoors, whereas for their parents, the beach, the parks, the forests meant fun and adventure. Nowadays, children are more likely to remain indoors, with their laptops and video games for company. This can be detrimental to their health, and in the long run, lead to a lot of health concerns. This has been time and again told by health specialists. All in all, the children of today need to be more active.

29. Which word in the passage means ‘to convince persuasively’?

A. B. C. D.

Time and again To sweet-talk To source To ask

30. As stated in the passage, the outdoors meant , in the times of their great parents.

A. B. C. D.

fun and excitement boredom voyage expedition

31. Why would their parent’s generation look up to their elders?

A. B. C. D.

For For For For

more information support and leadership knowledge and direction more insights

32. According to the passage, which of the following sentences is true?

A. Children must mix outdoors and indoor games. B. Children in order to be healthy need to be active. C. Children who are active do better at school. D. Parents need to be more active to be the right role model.

28. According to the passage, the children of today have information and knowledge sources.

33. The word ‘detrimental’ as used in the . passage can be replaced by

A. B. C. D.

enough of quite few plenty of a variety of

A. B. C. D.

harmless beneficial damaging disturbance


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5th IEO - Set B

FOR QUESTIONS 34 TO 39, READ THE PAssage AND ANSWER THE QUESTIONS THAT FOLLOW.

36. T h e a u t h o r ’s o p i n i o n i s t h a t m o r e students are attending university because of

.

The latest statistics show that more and more students are opting to go to university, than ever before. Universities are gearing up to offer more courses, that are suited to the modern world. Surprisingly more and more women and people from deprived communities are attending university, in order to better their career prospects.

A. their love for learning

B. the new courses being offered

C. guaranteed success in life

D. being able to make friends

Most students, who are at university, claim it to be the most transformational event of their life. Well-qualified students get excellent campus placements, and have a sure shot life of success waiting ahead for them.

The availability of scholarships has greatly helped students from low-income backgrounds to pursue their university dreams. Overall, there has been an 8% increase in student enrolment seen throughout the globe. 34. The author feels that the latest facts show a/an in university enrolment. A. slow downslide B. significant decline C. escalation D. deterioration 35. The author feels that the availability has spurred university of enrolments. A. dreams B. grants C. installments D. hopes

37. According to the author, increasing number of

are attending universities

to better their future prospects. A. women and students from deprived communities

B. women and students from deprived countries

C. women and men from communities

D. women and men from countries

38. What does the author say about the overall enrolment?

A. Women are responsible for the increase.

B. Students get seats, so the increase.

C. It has increased all over the globe.

D. Transformational to students.

39. What does the author feel, about the impact of a university education?

1. It propels students to a better future.

2. It is the best thing in the world.

3. It is a transformational event.

4. It is a celebratory event.

A. 1 and 3

B. 1 and 4

C. 2 and 4

D. 3 and 4


5th IEO - Set B

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Spoken and written expression FOR QUESTIONS 40 TO 45, CHOOSE THE

42. Amanda: ‘Hi, Nick, how are you?’

BEST POLITE OPTION FOR THE GIVEN

Nick: ‘

A. I’m fine. Thanks for asking.

B. I’m fine with my family.

C. Amanda, How are you?

D. Dear, I’m fine too!

SITUATIONS. Example

Sam (a manager): ‘Are you clear about what to do tomorrow?’

Racheal (an employee) : ‘

A. You should tell us more, much more.

B.

’

Yes, I’ve understood what I’m expected to do.

C. I probably know what I need to do.

D. Why are you asking me this?

40. Sarah: ‘Is this Dr. Watt’s office?’

’

43. Shopper: ‘Do you have the same sized shirt in dark blue?’

Shop assistant: ‘

A. If you’ll just waiting for a moment.

B. Could you just wait along with the others?

C. Could you please wait for a moment

’

while I check the stock?

D. I need some time, wait for your turn.

44. Speaker 1: ‘Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for attending the meeting. This year has

Receptionist: ‘

A. Look at the board (smiles).

B. Yes. It is!

Speaker 2: ‘

C. Sorry, the doctor is very busy today.

A. I fully agree to you

D. Why are you asking me this?

B. I think the same too

C. I’m fully agreeable

D. I second that

’

been a tremendously successful one for the

41. Visitor: ‘What time does the flight from London arrive?’

company.’ .’

45. Andy: ‘Could I speak to Mr. Smith please?’

Airline crew: ‘

A. Absolutely late it is today

Bill: ‘

B. No way is it ever on time

A. Let me please check him and availability.

C. Wait for the announcement like the

B. Cheers! He is in his cabin. Wait!

C. He’s gone out and not in his seat.

D. Let me please check whether he is

.’

others

D. Wait a moment please, I’ll find that out for you

available.


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5th IEO - Set B

ACHIEVERS SECTION 46. choose THE part of THE SENTENCE that has an error .

A. B. C. D.

She struggle through the most difficult times to be able to go to school.

FOR QUESTIONS 47 AND 48, CHOOSE THE BEST WORD/PHRASE TO COMPLETE EACH SENTENCE. the class on their 47. The teacher decision to get lesser home assignments.

A. B. C. D.

let went saw backed

48. If you heat ice, it

A. B. C. D.

melts would melt be melting melt

FOR QUESTIONS 49 AND 50, CHOOSE THE BEST POLITE OPTION FOR THE GIVEN SITUATIONS. 49. Your mother asked you to complete your homework yesterday. You did not do it, while your friend did it and got a good remark from the teacher. What will you say to your classmate who has completed hers?

A. How I wish, the homework was easy. B. I know the homework for tomorrow. C. Most of us like doing homework on weekdays. D. I wish I’d listened to mom and done the homework.

50. Rajni: ‘Hi Susan, let’s go watch a movie, this evening.’ .

Susan: ‘

A. B. C. D.

’

That’s a good idea! Fine, thank you. Are you fine? I’m not in favour of that.


ANSWER KEYS 1ST IEO 1. (B) 11. (B) 21. (B)

2. (C) 12. (A) 22. (C)

3. (B) 13. (D) 23. (D)

4. (C) 14. (A) 24. (A)

5. (B) 15. (B) 25. (B)

6. (D) 16. (C) 26. (A)

7. (D) 17. (B) 27. (B)

8. (A) 18. (A) 28. (B)

9. (D) 19. (D) 29. (A)

10. (C) 20. (B) 30. (A)

31. (A)

32. (B)

33. (C)

34. (D)

35. (B)

36. (C)

37. (A)

38. (A)

39. (B)

40. (C)

10. 20. 30. 40.

2ND IEO 1. (B) 11. (A) 21. (B) 31. (D)

2. (A) 12. (B) 22. (C) 32. (C)

3. (D) 13. (B) 23. (D) 33. (A)

4. (A) 14. (B) 24. (C) 34. (B)

5. (A) 15. (B) 25. (D) 35. (B)

6. (B) 16. (C) 26. (C) 36. (C)

7. (A) 17. (D) 27. (D) 37. (B)

8. (D) 18. (D) 28. (B) 38. (C)

9. 19. 29. 39.

(B) (B) (B) (C)

(C) (C) (C) (B)

41. (B)

42. (B)

43. (C)

44. (A)

45. (B)

46. (C)

47. (C)

48. (A)

49. (C)

50. (C)

7. 17. 27. 37. 47.

8. 18. 28. 38. 48.

(C) (D) (B) (C) (B)

9. 19. 29. 39. 49.

(A) (A) (A) (A) (D)

10. 20. 30. 40. 50.

(C) (A) (C) (C) (C)

7. (D) 17. (C) 27. (C) 37. (D) 47. (B)

8. (A) 18. (A) 28. (A) 38. (C) 48. (A)

9. 19. 29. 39. 49.

(B) (B) (C) (D) (B)

10. 20. 30. 40. 50.

(C) (D) (C) (C) (A)

3RD IEO 1. 11. 21. 31. 41.

(C) (C) (D) (B) (B)

1. (C) 11. (D) 21. (C) 31. (B) 41. (A)

2. 12. 22. 32. 42.

(A) (A) (B) (D) (C)

2. (B) 12. (A) 22. (B) 32. (B) 42. (C)

3. 13. 23. 33. 43.

(A) (B) (C) (D) (C)

3. (A) 13. (C) 23. (D) 33. (A) 43. (D)

4. 14. 24. 34. 44.

(B) (C) (A) (C) (D)

4. (D) 14. (B) 24. (A) 34. (B) 44. (C)

5. 15. 25. 35. 45.

SET A (C) 6. (D) 16. (B) 26. (B) 36. (C) 46.

(D) (B) (B) (D) (C)

SET B 5. (B) 6. (A) 15. (D) 16. (A) 25. (A) 26. (B) 35. (B) 36. (A) 45. (B) 46. (B)

(C) (C) (B) (A) (C)

4TH IEO SET A 1. (D) 11. (D) 21. (C) 31. (D) 41. (C)

2. (D) 12. (D) 22. (D) 32. (C) 42. (A)

3. (B) 13. (D) 23. (B) 33. (C) 43. (B)

4. (A) 14. (A) 24. (A) 34. (C) 44. (C)

5. (B) 15. (B) 25. (C) 35. (C) 45. (B)

6. (D) 16. (B) 26. (B) 36. (A) 46. (B)

7. (B) 17. (D) 27. (B) 37. (B) 47. (C)

8. (B) 18. (A) 28. (B) 38. (C) 48. (B)

9. 19. 29. 39. 49.

(B) (C) (D) (C) (B)

10. 20. 30. 40. 50.

(B) (D) (B) (A) (D)

1. (C) 11. (B) 21. (C) 31. (C) 41. (D)

2. (D) 12. (C) 22. (C) 32. (D) 42. (B)

3. (A) 13. (C) 23. (B) 33. (C) 43. (A)

4. (C) 14. (A) 24. (B) 34. (A) 44. (D)

SET B 5. (B) 6. (D) 15. (B) 16. (C) 25. (A) 26. (B) 35. (D) 36. (B) 45. (B) 46. (A)

7. (B) 17. (D) 27. (C) 37. (B) 47. (B)

8. (B) 18. (B) 28. (C) 38. (C) 48. (A)

9. 19. 29. 39. 49.

(B) (A) (D) (A) (B)

10. 20. 30. 40. 50.

(C) (A) (C) (C) (A)


5TH IEO 1. (C) 11. (B) 21. (D) 31. (C) 41. (D)

2. (A) 12. (A) 22. (A) 32. (B) 42. (B)

3. (D) 13. (D) 23. (B) 33. (C) 43. (C)

4. (D) 14. (B) 24. (B) 34. (C) 44. (D)

SET A 5. (D) 6. (B) 15. (D) 16. (B) 25. (A) 26. (C) 35. (B) 36. (C) 45. (D) 46. (C)

7. (A) 17. (D) 27. (A) 37. (A) 47. (A)

8. (A) 18. (A) 28. (C) 38. (C) 48. (D)

9. 19. 29. 39. 49.

(D) (C) (B) (A) (B)

10. 20. 30. 40. 50.

(A) (B) (D) (D) (D)

1. (A) 11. (C) 21. (D) 31. (C) 41. (D)

2. (C) 12. (B) 22. (B) 32. (B) 42. (A)

3. (B) 13. (B) 23. (B) 33. (C) 43. (C)

4. (D) 14. (D) 24. (B) 34. (C) 44. (D)

SET B 5. (B) 6. (A) 15. (D) 16. (B) 25. (A) 26. (C) 35. (B) 36. (C) 45. (D) 46. (A)

7. (D) 17. (D) 27. (A) 37. (A) 47. (D)

8. (A) 18. (A) 28. (D) 38. (C) 48. (A)

9. 19. 29. 39. 49.

(C) (C) (B) (A) (D)

10. 20. 30. 40. 50.

(D) (B) (A) (B) (A)


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