READING COMP MCQs Into Agelessness Psychology Today

1. In the beginning of the passage, the repetition of the phrase ‘what if’ creates a

• A. feeling of sadness.

• B. thought provoking effect.

• C. feeling of liberated imagination.

• D. sense of necessity for the readers.

2. The words ‘vigour, stamina and endurance’ in paragraph 1 are MOST closely linked to

• A. aging.

• B. strength.

• C. ignorance.

• D. consciousness.

3. Which idea about aging has been supported by the author in this text?

• A. Aging is natural.

• B. Age is just a number.

• C. We can be healthy when we age.

• D. We become more conscious of age when we grow old

4. The MOST likely purpose of paragraph 2 is to

• A. introduce what makes us ageless.

• B. describe the importance of youth.

• C. explain how aging affects us.

• D. conclude qualities of youth.

5. The over-arching aim of this text is to communicate how to

• A. keep healthy when aging.

• B. escape the negative impact of aging.

• C. evaluate the psychology of aging individuals.

• D. avoid the onset of aging in a looks-conscious society.

6. Which two words from the text are CLOSEST in meaning?

• A Indulge ------------ Satisfy

• B Inquisitiveness ------------Vigour

• C Retrieved -------- Cultivate

• D Banal ------------ Dull

7. The end of paragraph 5 suggests that we should

• A. keep our spirit high.

• B. be insightful and intelligent.

• C. participate enthusiastically in life.

• D. be innovative and non-traditional.

8. Which sentence can BEST fit and enhance the meaning of paragraph 6?

• A. Opportunity knocks once; hence, should be availed.

• B. There is no discovery or happiness without risk.

• C. Risk-taking should wait till you are ready.

• D. Be cautious while utilising opportunities.

9. According to the passage, which of the following has the BEST chance of living a long and

healthy life?

• A. A college graduate with a sense of adventure

• B. A person who left studies to pursue business

• C. A curious person who does not like to work

• D. A hard-working and elderly coal-miner

10. The MAIN theme of the entire text is to

• A. suggest qualities that may help us live long.

• B. discuss how risk-taking may facilitate aging.

• C. explain why some people are healthier than others.

• D. introduce the readers to helpful suggestions related to aging.