READING COMPREHENSION :

In the town of Agra there lived a rich businessman. But he was also quite a miser. Various people used to flock outside his house everyday hoping for some kind of generosity, but they always had to return home disappointed. He used to ward them off with false promises and then never lived up to his word. Then one day, a poet named Raidas arrived at his house and said that he wanted to read out his poems to the rich man. As the rich man was very fond of poetry, he welcomed him in with open arms.

Raidas started to recite all his poems one by one. The rich man was very pleased and especially so when he heard and especially so when he heard the poem that Raidas had written on him. In those days it was a custom for rich man and kings to show their appreciation through a reward or a gift, as that was the only means of earning that a poor poet possessed. So the rich man promised Raidas some gifts and asked him to come and collect them the next day, Raidas was pleased.

The next morning when he arrived at the house, the rich man pretended that he had never laid eyes on him before. When Raidas reminded him of his promise, he said that although Raidas was a good poet he liked the poems which were written on him and rest of the poems were very ordinary. He also said that he had earlier promised a reward to Raidas not because he was really pleased or impressed but to simply encourage him. Raidas was extremely upset, but as there was nothing that he could do, he quietly left the house. On his way home he saw his brother Kuber riding a horse. So he stopped him and asked for his help after narrating the whole incident. Kuber took him to his own house in order to come up with a plan. Alter giving it to some thought he asked Raidas to go to a friend’s house with five gold coins and request the friend to plan a dinner where the rich man would also be invited. He then narrated his plan to him.

Raidas had one trustworthy friend whose name was Mayadas. So he went up to him and told him his plan. The next day, Mayadas went to the rich man’s house and invited him for the dinner. He said that he intended to serve his guests in vessels of gold, which the guests would get to take home after the meal. The rich man was thrilled to hear this and jumped at the offer. After the rich man arrived at Mayadas house, he was surprised to see no other guests there but Raidas. Anyhow, they welcomed him in and started a polite conversation. The rich man had come on an empty stomach and so was hungrier by the minute. Finally at midnight the rich man could bear his hunger no longer and asked Mayadas to serve the food. Mayadas sounded extremely surprised when he asked him what food he was talking about. The rich man tried to remind him that he had been invited for dinner. At this point Raidas asked him for the proof of the invitation. The rich man had no answer. At the point Raidas reminded the rich man of the same treatment that he had meted out to him. The rich man realized his mistake and begged for forgiveness. He said that Raidas was a good poet and had not asked him for any reward. He himself had promised to give him some gifts and then cheated him out of them. To make up for his mistake he took out the necklace that he was wearing and gifted it to Raidas. Then they all sat down to eat a happy meal

2)

Which of the following is true in context of the passage?

READING COMPREHENSION :

In the town of Agra there lived a rich businessman. But he was also quite a miser. Various people used to flock outside his house everyday hoping for some kind of generosity, but they always had to return home disappointed. He used to ward them off with false promises and then never lived up to his word. Then one day, a poet named Raidas arrived at his house and said that he wanted to read out his poems to the rich man. As the rich man was very fond of poetry, he welcomed him in with open arms.

Raidas started to recite all his poems one by one. The rich man was very pleased and especially so when he heard and especially so when he heard the poem that Raidas had written on him. In those days it was a custom for rich man and kings to show their appreciation through a reward or a gift, as that was the only means of earning that a poor poet possessed. So the rich man promised Raidas some gifts and asked him to come and collect them the next day, Raidas was pleased.

The next morning when he arrived at the house, the rich man pretended that he had never laid eyes on him before. When Raidas reminded him of his promise, he said that although Raidas was a good poet he liked the poems which were written on him and rest of the poems were very ordinary. He also said that he had earlier promised a reward to Raidas not because he was really pleased or impressed but to simply encourage him. Raidas was extremely upset, but as there was nothing that he could do, he quietly left the house. On his way home he saw his brother Kuber riding a horse. So he stopped him and asked for his help after narrating the whole incident. Kuber took him to his own house in order to come up with a plan. Alter giving it to some thought he asked Raidas to go to a friend’s house with five gold coins and request the friend to plan a dinner where the rich man would also be invited. He then narrated his plan to him.

Raidas had one trustworthy friend whose name was Mayadas. So he went up to him and told him his plan. The next day, Mayadas went to the rich man’s house and invited him for the dinner. He said that he intended to serve his guests in vessels of gold, which the guests would get to take home after the meal. The rich man was thrilled to hear this and jumped at the offer. After the rich man arrived at Mayadas house, he was surprised to see no other guests there but Raidas. Anyhow, they welcomed him in and started a polite conversation. The rich man had come on an empty stomach and so was hungrier by the minute. Finally at midnight the rich man could bear his hunger no longer and asked Mayadas to serve the food. Mayadas sounded extremely surprised when he asked him what food he was talking about. The rich man tried to remind him that he had been invited for dinner. At this point Raidas asked him for the proof of the invitation. The rich man had no answer. At the point Raidas reminded the rich man of the same treatment that he had meted out to him. The rich man realized his mistake and begged for forgiveness. He said that Raidas was a good poet and had not asked him for any reward. He himself had promised to give him some gifts and then cheated him out of them. To make up for his mistake he took out the necklace that he was wearing and gifted it to Raidas. Then they all sat down to eat a happy meal

3)What did Raidas and Mayadas do when the rich man came over for the dinner?

READING COMPREHENSION :

In the town of Agra there lived a rich businessman. But he was also quite a miser. Various people used to flock outside his house everyday hoping for some kind of generosity, but they always had to return home disappointed. He used to ward them off with false promises and then never lived up to his word. Then one day, a poet named Raidas arrived at his house and said that he wanted to read out his poems to the rich man. As the rich man was very fond of poetry, he welcomed him in with open arms.

Raidas started to recite all his poems one by one. The rich man was very pleased and especially so when he heard and especially so when he heard the poem that Raidas had written on him. In those days it was a custom for rich man and kings to show their appreciation through a reward or a gift, as that was the only means of earning that a poor poet possessed. So the rich man promised Raidas some gifts and asked him to come and collect them the next day, Raidas was pleased.

The next morning when he arrived at the house, the rich man pretended that he had never laid eyes on him before. When Raidas reminded him of his promise, he said that although Raidas was a good poet he liked the poems which were written on him and rest of the poems were very ordinary. He also said that he had earlier promised a reward to Raidas not because he was really pleased or impressed but to simply encourage him. Raidas was extremely upset, but as there was nothing that he could do, he quietly left the house. On his way home he saw his brother Kuber riding a horse. So he stopped him and asked for his help after narrating the whole incident. Kuber took him to his own house in order to come up with a plan. Alter giving it to some thought he asked Raidas to go to a friend’s house with five gold coins and request the friend to plan a dinner where the rich man would also be invited. He then narrated his plan to him.

Raidas had one trustworthy friend whose name was Mayadas. So he went up to him and told him his plan. The next day, Mayadas went to the rich man’s house and invited him for the dinner. He said that he intended to serve his guests in vessels of gold, which the guests would get to take home after the meal. The rich man was thrilled to hear this and jumped at the offer. After the rich man arrived at Mayadas house, he was surprised to see no other guests there but Raidas. Anyhow, they welcomed him in and started a polite conversation. The rich man had come on an empty stomach and so was hungrier by the minute. Finally at midnight the rich man could bear his hunger no longer and asked Mayadas to serve the food. Mayadas sounded extremely surprised when he asked him what food he was talking about. The rich man tried to remind him that he had been invited for dinner. At this point Raidas asked him for the proof of the invitation. The rich man had no answer. At the point Raidas reminded the rich man of the same treatment that he had meted out to him. The rich man realized his mistake and begged for forgiveness. He said that Raidas was a good poet and had not asked him for any reward. He himself had promised to give him some gifts and then cheated him out of them. To make up for his mistake he took out the necklace that he was wearing and gifted it to Raidas. Then they all sat down to eat a happy meal

4)What did the rich businessman do when Raidas went to collect his reward from him the next day?

i) The Businessman refused to award him even though he had promised so earlier.

ii) He said that he had promised a reward only to encourage him not because he was pleased with him.

iii) He said the most of the poems written by Raidas were ordinary.

READING COMPREHENSION :

In the town of Agra there lived a rich businessman. But he was also quite a miser. Various people used to flock outside his house everyday hoping for some kind of generosity, but they always had to return home disappointed. He used to ward them off with false promises and then never lived up to his word. Then one day, a poet named Raidas arrived at his house and said that he wanted to read out his poems to the rich man. As the rich man was very fond of poetry, he welcomed him in with open arms.

Raidas started to recite all his poems one by one. The rich man was very pleased and especially so when he heard and especially so when he heard the poem that Raidas had written on him. In those days it was a custom for rich man and kings to show their appreciation through a reward or a gift, as that was the only means of earning that a poor poet possessed. So the rich man promised Raidas some gifts and asked him to come and collect them the next day, Raidas was pleased.

The next morning when he arrived at the house, the rich man pretended that he had never laid eyes on him before. When Raidas reminded him of his promise, he said that although Raidas was a good poet he liked the poems which were written on him and rest of the poems were very ordinary. He also said that he had earlier promised a reward to Raidas not because he was really pleased or impressed but to simply encourage him. Raidas was extremely upset, but as there was nothing that he could do, he quietly left the house. On his way home he saw his brother Kuber riding a horse. So he stopped him and asked for his help after narrating the whole incident. Kuber took him to his own house in order to come up with a plan. Alter giving it to some thought he asked Raidas to go to a friend’s house with five gold coins and request the friend to plan a dinner where the rich man would also be invited. He then narrated his plan to him.

Raidas had one trustworthy friend whose name was Mayadas. So he went up to him and told him his plan. The next day, Mayadas went to the rich man’s house and invited him for the dinner. He said that he intended to serve his guests in vessels of gold, which the guests would get to take home after the meal. The rich man was thrilled to hear this and jumped at the offer. After the rich man arrived at Mayadas house, he was surprised to see no other guests there but Raidas. Anyhow, they welcomed him in and started a polite conversation. The rich man had come on an empty stomach and so was hungrier by the minute. Finally at midnight the rich man could bear his hunger no longer and asked Mayadas to serve the food. Mayadas sounded extremely surprised when he asked him what food he was talking about. The rich man tried to remind him that he had been invited for dinner. At this point Raidas asked him for the proof of the invitation. The rich man had no answer. At the point Raidas reminded the rich man of the same treatment that he had meted out to him. The rich man realized his mistake and begged for forgiveness. He said that Raidas was a good poet and had not asked him for any reward. He himself had promised to give him some gifts and then cheated him out of them. To make up for his mistake he took out the necklace that he was wearing and gifted it to Raidas. Then they all sat down to eat a happy meal

5)Why did people flock outside the rich businessman’s house every day?

READING COMPREHENSION :

In the town of Agra there lived a rich businessman. But he was also quite a miser. Various people used to flock outside his house everyday hoping for some kind of generosity, but they always had to return home disappointed. He used to ward them off with false promises and then never lived up to his word. Then one day, a poet named Raidas arrived at his house and said that he wanted to read out his poems to the rich man. As the rich man was very fond of poetry, he welcomed him in with open arms.

Raidas started to recite all his poems one by one. The rich man was very pleased and especially so when he heard and especially so when he heard the poem that Raidas had written on him. In those days it was a custom for rich man and kings to show their appreciation through a reward or a gift, as that was the only means of earning that a poor poet possessed. So the rich man promised Raidas some gifts and asked him to come and collect them the next day, Raidas was pleased.

The next morning when he arrived at the house, the rich man pretended that he had never laid eyes on him before. When Raidas reminded him of his promise, he said that although Raidas was a good poet he liked the poems which were written on him and rest of the poems were very ordinary. He also said that he had earlier promised a reward to Raidas not because he was really pleased or impressed but to simply encourage him. Raidas was extremely upset, but as there was nothing that he could do, he quietly left the house. On his way home he saw his brother Kuber riding a horse. So he stopped him and asked for his help after narrating the whole incident. Kuber took him to his own house in order to come up with a plan. Alter giving it to some thought he asked Raidas to go to a friend’s house with five gold coins and request the friend to plan a dinner where the rich man would also be invited. He then narrated his plan to him.

Raidas had one trustworthy friend whose name was Mayadas. So he went up to him and told him his plan. The next day, Mayadas went to the rich man’s house and invited him for the dinner. He said that he intended to serve his guests in vessels of gold, which the guests would get to take home after the meal. The rich man was thrilled to hear this and jumped at the offer. After the rich man arrived at Mayadas house, he was surprised to see no other guests there but Raidas. Anyhow, they welcomed him in and started a polite conversation. The rich man had come on an empty stomach and so was hungrier by the minute. Finally at midnight the rich man could bear his hunger no longer and asked Mayadas to serve the food. Mayadas sounded extremely surprised when he asked him what food he was talking about. The rich man tried to remind him that he had been invited for dinner. At this point Raidas asked him for the proof of the invitation. The rich man had no answer. At the point Raidas reminded the rich man of the same treatment that he had meted out to him. The rich man realized his mistake and begged for forgiveness. He said that Raidas was a good poet and had not asked him for any reward. He himself had promised to give him some gifts and then cheated him out of them. To make up for his mistake he took out the necklace that he was wearing and gifted it to Raidas. Then they all sat down to eat a happy meal

6)Why did the people always return home disappointed from the businessman’s home?

READING COMPREHENSION :

In the town of Agra there lived a rich businessman. But he was also quite a miser. Various people used to flock outside his house everyday hoping for some kind of generosity, but they always had to return home disappointed. He used to ward them off with false promises and then never lived up to his word. Then one day, a poet named Raidas arrived at his house and said that he wanted to read out his poems to the rich man. As the rich man was very fond of poetry, he welcomed him in with open arms.

Raidas started to recite all his poems one by one. The rich man was very pleased and especially so when he heard and especially so when he heard the poem that Raidas had written on him. In those days it was a custom for rich man and kings to show their appreciation through a reward or a gift, as that was the only means of earning that a poor poet possessed. So the rich man promised Raidas some gifts and asked him to come and collect them the next day, Raidas was pleased.

The next morning when he arrived at the house, the rich man pretended that he had never laid eyes on him before. When Raidas reminded him of his promise, he said that although Raidas was a good poet he liked the poems which were written on him and rest of the poems were very ordinary. He also said that he had earlier promised a reward to Raidas not because he was really pleased or impressed but to simply encourage him. Raidas was extremely upset, but as there was nothing that he could do, he quietly left the house. On his way home he saw his brother Kuber riding a horse. So he stopped him and asked for his help after narrating the whole incident. Kuber took him to his own house in order to come up with a plan. Alter giving it to some thought he asked Raidas to go to a friend’s house with five gold coins and request the friend to plan a dinner where the rich man would also be invited. He then narrated his plan to him.

Raidas had one trustworthy friend whose name was Mayadas. So he went up to him and told him his plan. The next day, Mayadas went to the rich man’s house and invited him for the dinner. He said that he intended to serve his guests in vessels of gold, which the guests would get to take home after the meal. The rich man was thrilled to hear this and jumped at the offer. After the rich man arrived at Mayadas house, he was surprised to see no other guests there but Raidas. Anyhow, they welcomed him in and started a polite conversation. The rich man had come on an empty stomach and so was hungrier by the minute. Finally at midnight the rich man could bear his hunger no longer and asked Mayadas to serve the food. Mayadas sounded extremely surprised when he asked him what food he was talking about. The rich man tried to remind him that he had been invited for dinner. At this point Raidas asked him for the proof of the invitation. The rich man had no answer. At the point Raidas reminded the rich man of the same treatment that he had meted out to him. The rich man realized his mistake and begged for forgiveness. He said that Raidas was a good poet and had not asked him for any reward. He himself had promised to give him some gifts and then cheated him out of them. To make up for his mistake he took out the necklace that he was wearing and gifted it to Raidas. Then they all sat down to eat a happy meal

7)How did the rich businessman react when he realized his mistake of not keeping his promise which he had made to Raidas?

In the town of Agra there lived a rich businessman. But he was also quite a miser. Various people used to flock outside his house everyday hoping for some kind of generosity, but they always had to return home disappointed. He used to ward them off with false promises and then never lived up to his word. Then one day, a poet named Raidas arrived at his house and said that he wanted to read out his poems to the rich man. As the rich man was very fond of poetry, he welcomed him in with open arms.

Raidas started to recite all his poems one by one. The rich man was very pleased and especially so when he heard and especially so when he heard the poem that Raidas had written on him. In those days it was a custom for rich man and kings to show their appreciation through a reward or a gift, as that was the only means of earning that a poor poet possessed. So the rich man promised Raidas some gifts and asked him to come and collect them the next day, Raidas was pleased.

The next morning when he arrived at the house, the rich man pretended that he had never laid eyes on him before. When Raidas reminded him of his promise, he said that although Raidas was a good poet he liked the poems which were written on him and rest of the poems were very ordinary. He also said that he had earlier promised a reward to Raidas not because he was really pleased or impressed but to simply encourage him. Raidas was extremely upset, but as there was nothing that he could do, he quietly left the house. On his way home he saw his brother Kuber riding a horse. So he stopped him and asked for his help after narrating the whole incident. Kuber took him to his own house in order to come up with a plan. Alter giving it to some thought he asked Raidas to go to a friend’s house with five gold coins and request the friend to plan a dinner where the rich man would also be invited. He then narrated his plan to him.

Raidas had one trustworthy friend whose name was Mayadas. So he went up to him and told him his plan. The next day, Mayadas went to the rich man’s house and invited him for the dinner. He said that he intended to serve his guests in vessels of gold, which the guests would get to take home after the meal. The rich man was thrilled to hear this and jumped at the offer. After the rich man arrived at Mayadas house, he was surprised to see no other guests there but Raidas. Anyhow, they welcomed him in and started a polite conversation. The rich man had come on an empty stomach and so was hungrier by the minute. Finally at midnight the rich man could bear his hunger no longer and asked Mayadas to serve the food. Mayadas sounded extremely surprised when he asked him what food he was talking about. The rich man tried to remind him that he had been invited for dinner. At this point Raidas asked him for the proof of the invitation. The rich man had no answer. At the point Raidas reminded the rich man of the same treatment that he had meted out to him. The rich man realized his mistake and begged for forgiveness. He said that Raidas was a good poet and had not asked him for any reward. He himself had promised to give him some gifts and then cheated him out of them. To make up for his mistake he took out the necklace that he was wearing and gifted it to Raidas. Then they all sat down to eat a happy meal

8)Which of the following is the moral of the story?

READING COMPREHENSION :

In the town of Agra there lived a rich businessman. But he was also quite a miser. Various people used to flock outside his house everyday hoping for some kind of generosity, but they always had to return home disappointed. He used to ward them off with false promises and then never lived up to his word. Then one day, a poet named Raidas arrived at his house and said that he wanted to read out his poems to the rich man. As the rich man was very fond of poetry, he welcomed him in with open arms.

Raidas started to recite all his poems one by one. The rich man was very pleased and especially so when he heard and especially so when he heard the poem that Raidas had written on him. In those days it was a custom for rich man and kings to show their appreciation through a reward or a gift, as that was the only means of earning that a poor poet possessed. So the rich man promised Raidas some gifts and asked him to come and collect them the next day, Raidas was pleased.

The next morning when he arrived at the house, the rich man pretended that he had never laid eyes on him before. When Raidas reminded him of his promise, he said that although Raidas was a good poet he liked the poems which were written on him and rest of the poems were very ordinary. He also said that he had earlier promised a reward to Raidas not because he was really pleased or impressed but to simply encourage him. Raidas was extremely upset, but as there was nothing that he could do, he quietly left the house. On his way home he saw his brother Kuber riding a horse. So he stopped him and asked for his help after narrating the whole incident. Kuber took him to his own house in order to come up with a plan. Alter giving it to some thought he asked Raidas to go to a friend’s house with five gold coins and request the friend to plan a dinner where the rich man would also be invited. He then narrated his plan to him.

Raidas had one trustworthy friend whose name was Mayadas. So he went up to him and told him his plan. The next day, Mayadas went to the rich man’s house and invited him for the dinner. He said that he intended to serve his guests in vessels of gold, which the guests would get to take home after the meal. The rich man was thrilled to hear this and jumped at the offer. After the rich man arrived at Mayadas house, he was surprised to see no other guests there but Raidas. Anyhow, they welcomed him in and started a polite conversation. The rich man had come on an empty stomach and so was hungrier by the minute. Finally at midnight the rich man could bear his hunger no longer and asked Mayadas to serve the food. Mayadas sounded extremely surprised when he asked him what food he was talking about. The rich man tried to remind him that he had been invited for dinner. At this point Raidas asked him for the proof of the invitation. The rich man had no answer. At the point Raidas reminded the rich man of the same treatment that he had meted out to him. The rich man realized his mistake and begged for forgiveness. He said that Raidas was a good poet and had not asked him for any reward. He himself had promised to give him some gifts and then cheated him out of them. To make up for his mistake he took out the necklace that he was wearing and gifted it to Raidas. Then they all sat down to eat a happy meal

9)Why was the rich business man pleased with Raidas?

In the town of Agra there lived a rich businessman. But he was also quite a miser. Various people used to flock outside his house everyday hoping for some kind of generosity, but they always had to return home disappointed. He used to ward them off with false promises and then never lived up to his word. Then one day, a poet named Raidas arrived at his house and said that he wanted to read out his poems to the rich man. As the rich man was very fond of poetry, he welcomed him in with open arms.

Raidas started to recite all his poems one by one. The rich man was very pleased and especially so when he heard and especially so when he heard the poem that Raidas had written on him. In those days it was a custom for rich man and kings to show their appreciation through a reward or a gift, as that was the only means of earning that a poor poet possessed. So the rich man promised Raidas some gifts and asked him to come and collect them the next day, Raidas was pleased.

The next morning when he arrived at the house, the rich man pretended that he had never laid eyes on him before. When Raidas reminded him of his promise, he said that although Raidas was a good poet he liked the poems which were written on him and rest of the poems were very ordinary. He also said that he had earlier promised a reward to Raidas not because he was really pleased or impressed but to simply encourage him. Raidas was extremely upset, but as there was nothing that he could do, he quietly left the house. On his way home he saw his brother Kuber riding a horse. So he stopped him and asked for his help after narrating the whole incident. Kuber took him to his own house in order to come up with a plan. Alter giving it to some thought he asked Raidas to go to a friend’s house with five gold coins and request the friend to plan a dinner where the rich man would also be invited. He then narrated his plan to him.

Raidas had one trustworthy friend whose name was Mayadas. So he went up to him and told him his plan. The next day, Mayadas went to the rich man’s house and invited him for the dinner. He said that he intended to serve his guests in vessels of gold, which the guests would get to take home after the meal. The rich man was thrilled to hear this and jumped at the offer. After the rich man arrived at Mayadas house, he was surprised to see no other guests there but Raidas. Anyhow, they welcomed him in and started a polite conversation. The rich man had come on an empty stomach and so was hungrier by the minute. Finally at midnight the rich man could bear his hunger no longer and asked Mayadas to serve the food. Mayadas sounded extremely surprised when he asked him what food he was talking about. The rich man tried to remind him that he had been invited for dinner. At this point Raidas asked him for the proof of the invitation. The rich man had no answer. At the point Raidas reminded the rich man of the same treatment that he had meted out to him. The rich man realized his mistake and begged for forgiveness. He said that Raidas was a good poet and had not asked him for any reward. He himself had promised to give him some gifts and then cheated him out of them. To make up for his mistake he took out the necklace that he was wearing and gifted it to Raidas. Then they all sat down to eat a happy meal

10)Which of the following best describes Kuber?

READING COMPREHENSION :

For many years, the continent of Africa remained unexplored and hence unknown. The main reason was the inaccessibility to its interior region due to the dense forests, wild life, savage tribal, deserts and barren solid hills. Many people tried to explore the land but could not survive the dangers. David Livingston is among those brave few who not only explored part of Africa but also lived among the tribals bringing them near to social milieu. While others explored with the idea of expanding their respective empires. Livingstone did so to explore its vast and mysterious hinterland, rivers and lakes. He was primarily a religious man and a medical practitioner who tried to help mankind with it.

Livingstone was born in Scotland and was educated to become doctor and a priest. His exploration started at the beginning of the year 1852. He explored an unknown river in the west Luanda. However he was reduced to a skeleton during four years of travelling. By this time, he had become famous and when he returned to England for convalescing, entire London, along with Queen Victoria the, turned to welcome him. After few days he returned to Africa.

He discovered the origin of the river Nile in 1866. He again suffered many discomforts. He became too sick and could not even walk. He lost contact with rest of the world and grew anxious to know his whereabouts. Ultimately, it was Stanley, the American journalist, who founded him after many efforts, but Livingstone had died in a tribal village in 1873. His body was brought to London and buried in Westminster with full honour.

11)Which of the following shows that Livingstone had become very famous?

For many years, the continent of Africa remained unexplored and hence unknown. The main reason was the inaccessibility to its interior region due to the dense forests, wild life, savage tribal, deserts and barren solid hills. Many people tried to explore the land but could not survive the dangers. David Livingston is among those brave few who not only explored part of Africa but also lived among the tribals bringing them near to social milieu. While others explored with the idea of expanding their respective empires. Livingstone did so to explore its vast and mysterious hinterland, rivers and lakes. He was primarily a religious man and a medical practitioner who tried to help mankind with it.

Livingstone was born in Scotland and was educated to become doctor and a priest. His exploration started at the beginning of the year 1852. He explored an unknown river in the west Luanda. However he was reduced to a skeleton during four years of travelling. By this time, he had become famous and when he returned to England for convalescing, entire London, along with Queen Victoria the, turned to welcome him. After few days he returned to Africa.

He discovered the origin of the river Nile in 1866. He again suffered many discomforts. He became too sick and could not even walk. He lost contact with rest of the world and grew anxious to know his whereabouts. Ultimately, it was Stanley, the American journalist, who founded him after many efforts, but Livingstone had died in a tribal village in 1873. His body was brought to London and buried in Westminster with full honour.

12)Why were the people not aware of the existence of Africa?

READING COMPREHENSION :

For many years, the continent of Africa remained unexplored and hence unknown. The main reason was the inaccessibility to its interior region due to the dense forests, wild life, savage tribal, deserts and barren solid hills. Many people tried to explore the land but could not survive the dangers. David Livingston is among those brave few who not only explored part of Africa but also lived among the tribals bringing them near to social milieu. While others explored with the idea of expanding their respective empires. Livingstone did so to explore its vast and mysterious hinterland, rivers and lakes. He was primarily a religious man and a medical practitioner who tried to help mankind with it.

Livingstone was born in Scotland and was educated to become doctor and a priest. His exploration started at the beginning of the year 1852. He explored an unknown river in the west Luanda. However he was reduced to a skeleton during four years of travelling. By this time, he had become famous and when he returned to England for convalescing, entire London, along with Queen Victoria the, turned to welcome him. After few days he returned to Africa.

He discovered the origin of the river Nile in 1866. He again suffered many discomforts. He became too sick and could not even walk. He lost contact with rest of the world and grew anxious to know his whereabouts. Ultimately, it was Stanley, the American journalist, who founded him after many efforts, but Livingstone had died in a tribal village in 1873. His body was brought to London and buried in Westminster with full honour.

13)Livingstone deserves the credit of which of the following?

For many years, the continent of Africa remained unexplored and hence unknown. The main reason was the inaccessibility to its interior region due to the dense forests, wild life, savage tribal, deserts and barren solid hills. Many people tried to explore the land but could not survive the dangers. David Livingston is among those brave few who not only explored part of Africa but also lived among the tribals bringing them near to social milieu. While others explored with the idea of expanding their respective empires. Livingstone did so to explore its vast and mysterious hinterland, rivers and lakes. He was primarily a religious man and a medical practitioner who tried to help mankind with it.

Livingstone was born in Scotland and was educated to become doctor and a priest. His exploration started at the beginning of the year 1852. He explored an unknown river in the west Luanda. However he was reduced to a skeleton during four years of travelling. By this time, he had become famous and when he returned to England for convalescing, entire London, along with Queen Victoria the, turned to welcome him. After few days he returned to Africa.

He discovered the origin of the river Nile in 1866. He again suffered many discomforts. He became too sick and could not even walk. He lost contact with rest of the world and grew anxious to know his whereabouts. Ultimately, it was Stanley, the American journalist, who founded him after many efforts, but Livingstone had died in a tribal village in 1873. His body was brought to London and buried in Westminster with full honour.

14)What was the impact of four year travelling on Livingstone?

READING COMPREHENSION :

For many years, the continent of Africa remained unexplored and hence unknown. The main reason was the inaccessibility to its interior region due to the dense forests, wild life, savage tribal, deserts and barren solid hills. Many people tried to explore the land but could not survive the dangers. David Livingston is among those brave few who not only explored part of Africa but also lived among the tribals bringing them near to social milieu. While others explored with the idea of expanding their respective empires. Livingstone did so to explore its vast and mysterious hinterland, rivers and lakes. He was primarily a religious man and a medical practitioner who tried to help mankind with it.

Livingstone was born in Scotland and was educated to become doctor and a priest. His exploration started at the beginning of the year 1852. He explored an unknown river in the west Luanda. However he was reduced to a skeleton during four years of travelling. By this time, he had become famous and when he returned to England for convalescing, entire London, along with Queen Victoria the, turned to welcome him. After few days he returned to Africa.

He discovered the origin of the river Nile in 1866. He again suffered many discomforts. He became too sick and could not even walk. He lost contact with rest of the world and grew anxious to know his whereabouts. Ultimately, it was Stanley, the American journalist, who founded him after many efforts, but Livingstone had died in a tribal village in 1873. His body was brought to London and buried in Westminster with full honour.

15)1) The American journalist Stanley can be credited for which of the following?

i) Performing the last rites of Livingstone’s dead body.ii) Relentless efforts for finding out the whereabouts of Livingstone.iii) The anxiety to explore undiscovered parts of the world.

For many years, the continent of Africa remained unexplored and hence unknown. The main reason was the inaccessibility to its interior region due to the dense forests, wild life, savage tribal, deserts and barren solid hills. Many people tried to explore the land but could not survive the dangers. David Livingston is among those brave few who not only explored part of Africa but also lived among the tribals bringing them near to social milieu. While others explored with the idea of expanding their respective empires. Livingstone did so to explore its vast and mysterious hinterland, rivers and lakes. He was primarily a religious man and a medical practitioner who tried to help mankind with it.

Livingstone was born in Scotland and was educated to become doctor and a priest. His exploration started at the beginning of the year 1852. He explored an unknown river in the west Luanda. However he was reduced to a skeleton during four years of travelling. By this time, he had become famous and when he returned to England for convalescing, entire London, along with Queen Victoria the, turned to welcome him. After few days he returned to Africa.

He discovered the origin of the river Nile in 1866. He again suffered many discomforts. He became too sick and could not even walk. He lost contact with rest of the world and grew anxious to know his whereabouts. Ultimately, it was Stanley, the American journalist, who founded him after many efforts, but Livingstone had died in a tribal village in 1873. His body was brought to London and buried in Westminster with full honour.

16)Livingstone can best be described by which of the following?

READING COMPREHENSION :

For many years, the continent of Africa remained unexplored and hence unknown. The main reason was the inaccessibility to its interior region due to the dense forests, wild life, savage tribal, deserts and barren solid hills. Many people tried to explore the land but could not survive the dangers. David Livingston is among those brave few who not only explored part of Africa but also lived among the tribals bringing them near to social milieu. While others explored with the idea of expanding their respective empires. Livingstone did so to explore its vast and mysterious hinterland, rivers and lakes. He was primarily a religious man and a medical practitioner who tried to help mankind with it.

Livingstone was born in Scotland and was educated to become doctor and a priest. His exploration started at the beginning of the year 1852. He explored an unknown river in the west Luanda. However he was reduced to a skeleton during four years of travelling. By this time, he had become famous and when he returned to England for convalescing, entire London, along with Queen Victoria the, turned to welcome him. After few days he returned to Africa.

He discovered the origin of the river Nile in 1866. He again suffered many discomforts. He became too sick and could not even walk. He lost contact with rest of the world and grew anxious to know his whereabouts. Ultimately, it was Stanley, the American journalist, who founded him after many efforts, but Livingstone had died in a tribal village in 1873. His body was brought to London and buried in Westminster with full honour.

17)Livingstone became too sick to walk and as a result ,i) People in the world lost contact with him ii) His whereabouts were not known. iii) American journalist Stanley could not locate him despite many efforts.

READING COMPREHENSION :

For many years, the continent of Africa remained unexplored and hence unknown. The main reason was the inaccessibility to its interior region due to the dense forests, wild life, savage tribal, deserts and barren solid hills. Many people tried to explore the land but could not survive the dangers. David Livingston is among those brave few who not only explored part of Africa but also lived among the tribals bringing them near to social milieu. While others explored with the idea of expanding their respective empires. Livingstone did so to explore its vast and mysterious hinterland, rivers and lakes. He was primarily a religious man and a medical practitioner who tried to help mankind with it.

Livingstone was born in Scotland and was educated to become doctor and a priest. His exploration started at the beginning of the year 1852. He explored an unknown river in the west Luanda. However he was reduced to a skeleton during four years of travelling. By this time, he had become famous and when he returned to England for convalescing, entire London, along with Queen Victoria the, turned to welcome him. After few days he returned to Africa.

He discovered the origin of the river Nile in 1866. He again suffered many discomforts. He became too sick and could not even walk. He lost contact with rest of the world and grew anxious to know his whereabouts. Ultimately, it was Stanley, the American journalist, who founded him after many efforts, but Livingstone had died in a tribal village in 1873. His body was brought to London and buried in Westminster with full honour.

18)In what way were Livingstone’s explorations efforts differ from others?

For many years, the continent of Africa remained unexplored and hence unknown. The main reason was the inaccessibility to its interior region due to the dense forests, wild life, savage tribal, deserts and barren solid hills. Many people tried to explore the land but could not survive the dangers. David Livingston is among those brave few who not only explored part of Africa but also lived among the tribals bringing them near to social milieu. While others explored with the idea of expanding their respective empires. Livingstone did so to explore its vast and mysterious hinterland, rivers and lakes. He was primarily a religious man and a medical practitioner who tried to help mankind with it.

Livingstone was born in Scotland and was educated to become doctor and a priest. His exploration started at the beginning of the year 1852. He explored an unknown river in the west Luanda. However he was reduced to a skeleton during four years of travelling. By this time, he had become famous and when he returned to England for convalescing, entire London, along with Queen Victoria the, turned to welcome him. After few days he returned to Africa.

He discovered the origin of the river Nile in 1866. He again suffered many discomforts. He became too sick and could not even walk. He lost contact with rest of the world and grew anxious to know his whereabouts. Ultimately, it was Stanley, the American journalist, who founded him after many efforts, but Livingstone had died in a tribal village in 1873. His body was brought to London and buried in Westminster with full honour.

19)Which of the following were explored by Livingstone?i) A river in western Luanda.ii) Scotlandiii) The origin of river Nile.

For many years, the continent of Africa remained unexplored and hence unknown. The main reason was the inaccessibility to its interior region due to the dense forests, wild life, savage tribal, deserts and barren solid hills. Many people tried to explore the land but could not survive the dangers. David Livingston is among those brave few who not only explored part of Africa but also lived among the tribals bringing them near to social milieu. While others explored with the idea of expanding their respective empires. Livingstone did so to explore its vast and mysterious hinterland, rivers and lakes. He was primarily a religious man and a medical practitioner who tried to help mankind with it.

Livingstone was born in Scotland and was educated to become doctor and a priest. His exploration started at the beginning of the year 1852. He explored an unknown river in the west Luanda. However he was reduced to a skeleton during four years of travelling. By this time, he had become famous and when he returned to England for convalescing, entire London, along with Queen Victoria the, turned to welcome him. After few days he returned to Africa.

He discovered the origin of the river Nile in 1866. He again suffered many discomforts. He became too sick and could not even walk. He lost contact with rest of the world and grew anxious to know his whereabouts. Ultimately, it was Stanley, the American journalist, who founded him after many efforts, but Livingstone had died in a tribal village in 1873. His body was brought to London and buried in Westminster with full honour.

20)Which of the following is synonym for barren?

A Sobbing little girl stood near a small school from which she had been turned away because it was too crowded. “I can’t go to school”, she sobbed to a priest as he walked by. Seeing her shabby, unkempt appearance, the priest guessed the reason and, talking by hand, took her inside and found a place for her in the school class. The child was so touched that she went to bed that night thinking of the children who have no place to study.

Some years later, this child lay dead in one of the poor tenement buildings and the parents called for the kindhearted priest, who had befriended their daughter, to handle the final arrangements. As her poor little body was being moved, a worn and crumpled purse was found which seemed to have been rummaged from some trash dump. Inside were found 57 cents and a note scribbled in childish handwriting which read,  “This is to help make the little school bigger so more children can go to school”.

For more years she had saved for this offering of love. When the priest tearfully read that note, he knew instantly what he would do.

Carrying this note and the cracked, red pocketbook to the stage, he told the story of her unselfish love and devotion. He challenged his assistants to get busy and raise enough money for the larger building.

A newspaper learned of the story and published it. It was read by a realtor who offered them a parcel of land worth many thousands. When told that the school could not pay so much, he offered it for a 57 percent payment.

Religious members too made large subscriptions. Cheques came from far and wide. Within five years the little girl’s gift had increased up to $250, 000 huge sums for that time. Her unselfish love had paid large dividends. The school building houses hundreds of scholars, so that no child in the area will ever need to be left outside at school time.

In one of the rooms of this building may be seen the picture of the sweet face of the little girl whose 57 cents, so sacrificially saved , made such remarkable history. Alongside of it is a portrait of her kind priest.

1)

How did the little girl die?

READING COMPREHENSION :

A Sobbing little girl stood near a small school from which she had been turned away because it was too crowded. “I can’t go to school”, she sobbed to a priest as he walked by. Seeing her shabby, unkempt appearance, the priest guessed the reason and, talking by hand, took her inside and found a place for her in the school class. The child was so touched that she went to bed that night thinking of the children who have no place to study.

Some years later, this child lay dead in one of the poor tenement buildings and the parents called for the kindhearted priest, who had befriended their daughter, to handle the final arrangements. As her poor little body was being moved, a worn and crumpled purse was found which seemed to have been rummaged from some trash dump. Inside were found 57 cents and a note scribbled in childish handwriting which read,  “This is to help make the little school bigger so more children can go to school”.

For more years she had saved for this offering of love. When the priest tearfully read that note, he knew instantly what he would do.

Carrying this note and the cracked, red pocketbook to the stage, he told the story of her unselfish love and devotion. He challenged his assistants to get busy and raise enough money for the larger building.

A newspaper learned of the story and published it. It was read by a realtor who offered them a parcel of land worth many thousands. When told that the school could not pay so much, he offered it for a 57 percent payment.

Religious members too made large subscriptions. Cheques came from far and wide. Within five years the little girl’s gift had increased up to $250, 000 huge sums for that time. Her unselfish love had paid large dividends. The school building houses hundreds of scholars, so that no child in the area will ever need to be left outside at school time.

In one of the rooms of this building may be seen the picture of the sweet face of the little girl whose 57 cents, so sacrificially saved , made such remarkable history. Alongside of it is a portrait of her kind priest.

2)

What was found on the girl’s body after her death?

A Sobbing little girl stood near a small school from which she had been turned away because it was too crowded. “I can’t go to school”, she sobbed to a priest as he walked by. Seeing her shabby, unkempt appearance, the priest guessed the reason and, talking by hand, took her inside and found a place for her in the school class. The child was so touched that she went to bed that night thinking of the children who have no place to study.

Some years later, this child lay dead in one of the poor tenement buildings and the parents called for the kindhearted priest, who had befriended their daughter, to handle the final arrangements. As her poor little body was being moved, a worn and crumpled purse was found which seemed to have been rummaged from some trash dump. Inside were found 57 cents and a note scribbled in childish handwriting which read,  “This is to help make the little school bigger so more children can go to school”.

For more years she had saved for this offering of love. When the priest tearfully read that note, he knew instantly what he would do.

Carrying this note and the cracked, red pocketbook to the stage, he told the story of her unselfish love and devotion. He challenged his assistants to get busy and raise enough money for the larger building.

A newspaper learned of the story and published it. It was read by a realtor who offered them a parcel of land worth many thousands. When told that the school could not pay so much, he offered it for a 57 percent payment.

Religious members too made large subscriptions. Cheques came from far and wide. Within five years the little girl’s gift had increased up to $250, 000 huge sums for that time. Her unselfish love had paid large dividends. The school building houses hundreds of scholars, so that no child in the area will ever need to be left outside at school time.

In one of the rooms of this building may be seen the picture of the sweet face of the little girl whose 57 cents, so sacrificially saved , made such remarkable history. Alongside of it is a portrait of her kind priest.

3)

In what manner did the relator help in making the little girl’s dream come true?

READING COMPREHENSION :

A Sobbing little girl stood near a small school from which she had been turned away because it was too crowded. “I can’t go to school”, she sobbed to a priest as he walked by. Seeing her shabby, unkempt appearance, the priest guessed the reason and, talking by hand, took her inside and found a place for her in the school class. The child was so touched that she went to bed that night thinking of the children who have no place to study.

Some years later, this child lay dead in one of the poor tenement buildings and the parents called for the kindhearted priest, who had befriended their daughter, to handle the final arrangements. As her poor little body was being moved, a worn and crumpled purse was found which seemed to have been rummaged from some trash dump. Inside were found 57 cents and a note scribbled in childish handwriting which read,  “This is to help make the little school bigger so more children can go to school”.

For more years she had saved for this offering of love. When the priest tearfully read that note, he knew instantly what he would do.

Carrying this note and the cracked, red pocketbook to the stage, he told the story of her unselfish love and devotion. He challenged his assistants to get busy and raise enough money for the larger building.

A newspaper learned of the story and published it. It was read by a realtor who offered them a parcel of land worth many thousands. When told that the school could not pay so much, he offered it for a 57 percent payment.

Religious members too made large subscriptions. Cheques came from far and wide. Within five years the little girl’s gift had increased up to $250, 000 huge sums for that time. Her unselfish love had paid large dividends. The school building houses hundreds of scholars, so that no child in the area will ever need to be left outside at school time.

In one of the rooms of this building may be seen the picture of the sweet face of the little girl whose 57 cents, so sacrificially saved , made such remarkable history. Alongside of it is a portrait of her kind priest.

4)

What was the real reason behind the girl not being allowed into the school?

A Sobbing little girl stood near a small school from which she had been turned away because it was too crowded. “I can’t go to school”, she sobbed to a priest as he walked by. Seeing her shabby, unkempt appearance, the priest guessed the reason and, talking by hand, took her inside and found a place for her in the school class. The child was so touched that she went to bed that night thinking of the children who have no place to study.

Some years later, this child lay dead in one of the poor tenement buildings and the parents called for the kindhearted priest, who had befriended their daughter, to handle the final arrangements. As her poor little body was being moved, a worn and crumpled purse was found which seemed to have been rummaged from some trash dump. Inside were found 57 cents and a note scribbled in childish handwriting which read,  “This is to help make the little school bigger so more children can go to school”.

For more years she had saved for this offering of love. When the priest tearfully read that note, he knew instantly what he would do.

Carrying this note and the cracked, red pocketbook to the stage, he told the story of her unselfish love and devotion. He challenged his assistants to get busy and raise enough money for the larger building.

A newspaper learned of the story and published it. It was read by a realtor who offered them a parcel of land worth many thousands. When told that the school could not pay so much, he offered it for a 57 percent payment.

Religious members too made large subscriptions. Cheques came from far and wide. Within five years the little girl’s gift had increased up to $250, 000 huge sums for that time. Her unselfish love had paid large dividends. The school building houses hundreds of scholars, so that no child in the area will ever need to be left outside at school time.

In one of the rooms of this building may be seen the picture of the sweet face of the little girl whose 57 cents, so sacrificially saved , made such remarkable history. Alongside of it is a portrait of her kind priest.

5)

Which of the following can be the most appropriate title for the passage?

A Sobbing little girl stood near a small school from which she had been turned away because it was too crowded. “I can’t go to school”, she sobbed to a priest as he walked by. Seeing her shabby, unkempt appearance, the priest guessed the reason and, talking by hand, took her inside and found a place for her in the school class. The child was so touched that she went to bed that night thinking of the children who have no place to study.

Some years later, this child lay dead in one of the poor tenement buildings and the parents called for the kindhearted priest, who had befriended their daughter, to handle the final arrangements. As her poor little body was being moved, a worn and crumpled purse was found which seemed to have been rummaged from some trash dump. Inside were found 57 cents and a note scribbled in childish handwriting which read,  “This is to help make the little school bigger so more children can go to school”.

For more years she had saved for this offering of love. When the priest tearfully read that note, he knew instantly what he would do.

Carrying this note and the cracked, red pocketbook to the stage, he told the story of her unselfish love and devotion. He challenged his assistants to get busy and raise enough money for the larger building.

A newspaper learned of the story and published it. It was read by a realtor who offered them a parcel of land worth many thousands. When told that the school could not pay so much, he offered it for a 57 percent payment.

Religious members too made large subscriptions. Cheques came from far and wide. Within five years the little girl’s gift had increased up to $250, 000 huge sums for that time. Her unselfish love had paid large dividends. The school building houses hundreds of scholars, so that no child in the area will ever need to be left outside at school time.

In one of the rooms of this building may be seen the picture of the sweet face of the little girl whose 57 cents, so sacrificially saved , made such remarkable history. Alongside of it is a portrait of her kind priest.

6)

Which of the following characteristics can be attributed to the little girls from the story?

i)         She was brave.

ii)        She was selfish.

iii)        She loved.

A Sobbing little girl stood near a small school from which she had been turned away because it was too crowded. “I can’t go to school”, she sobbed to a priest as he walked by. Seeing her shabby, unkempt appearance, the priest guessed the reason and, talking by hand, took her inside and found a place for her in the school class. The child was so touched that she went to bed that night thinking of the children who have no place to study.

Some years later, this child lay dead in one of the poor tenement buildings and the parents called for the kindhearted priest, who had befriended their daughter, to handle the final arrangements. As her poor little body was being moved, a worn and crumpled purse was found which seemed to have been rummaged from some trash dump. Inside were found 57 cents and a note scribbled in childish handwriting which read,  “This is to help make the little school bigger so more children can go to school”.

For more years she had saved for this offering of love. When the priest tearfully read that note, he knew instantly what he would do.

Carrying this note and the cracked, red pocketbook to the stage, he told the story of her unselfish love and devotion. He challenged his assistants to get busy and raise enough money for the larger building.

A newspaper learned of the story and published it. It was read by a realtor who offered them a parcel of land worth many thousands. When told that the school could not pay so much, he offered it for a 57 percent payment.

Religious members too made large subscriptions. Cheques came from far and wide. Within five years the little girl’s gift had increased up to $250, 000 huge sums for that time. Her unselfish love had paid large dividends. The school building houses hundreds of scholars, so that no child in the area will ever need to be left outside at school time.

In one of the rooms of this building may be seen the picture of the sweet face of the little girl whose 57 cents, so sacrificially saved , made such remarkable history. Alongside of it is a portrait of her kind priest.

7)

Which of the following cannot be said about the priest?

i)      He was insensitive.

ii)     He puts his thoughts into action.

iii)     He was compassionate.

READING COMPREHENSION :

A Sobbing little girl stood near a small school from which she had been turned away because it was too crowded. “I can’t go to school”, she sobbed to a priest as he walked by. Seeing her shabby, unkempt appearance, the priest guessed the reason and, talking by hand, took her inside and found a place for her in the school class. The child was so touched that she went to bed that night thinking of the children who have no place to study.

Some years later, this child lay dead in one of the poor tenement buildings and the parents called for the kindhearted priest, who had befriended their daughter, to handle the final arrangements. As her poor little body was being moved, a worn and crumpled purse was found which seemed to have been rummaged from some trash dump. Inside were found 57 cents and a note scribbled in childish handwriting which read,  “This is to help make the little school bigger so more children can go to school”.

For more years she had saved for this offering of love. When the priest tearfully read that note, he knew instantly what he would do.

Carrying this note and the cracked, red pocketbook to the stage, he told the story of her unselfish love and devotion. He challenged his assistants to get busy and raise enough money for the larger building.

A newspaper learned of the story and published it. It was read by a realtor who offered them a parcel of land worth many thousands. When told that the school could not pay so much, he offered it for a 57 percent payment.

Religious members too made large subscriptions. Cheques came from far and wide. Within five years the little girl’s gift had increased up to $250, 000 huge sums for that time. Her unselfish love had paid large dividends. The school building houses hundreds of scholars, so that no child in the area will ever need to be left outside at school time.

In one of the rooms of this building may be seen the picture of the sweet face of the little girl whose 57 cents, so sacrificially saved , made such remarkable history. Alongside of it is a portrait of her kind priest.

8)

What was little girl’s idea behind wanting to build a bigger school?

READING COMPREHENSION :

A Sobbing little girl stood near a small school from which she had been turned away because it was too crowded. “I can’t go to school”, she sobbed to a priest as he walked by. Seeing her shabby, unkempt appearance, the priest guessed the reason and, talking by hand, took her inside and found a place for her in the school class. The child was so touched that she went to bed that night thinking of the children who have no place to study.

Some years later, this child lay dead in one of the poor tenement buildings and the parents called for the kindhearted priest, who had befriended their daughter, to handle the final arrangements. As her poor little body was being moved, a worn and crumpled purse was found which seemed to have been rummaged from some trash dump. Inside were found 57 cents and a note scribbled in childish handwriting which read,  “This is to help make the little school bigger so more children can go to school”.

For more years she had saved for this offering of love. When the priest tearfully read that note, he knew instantly what he would do.

Carrying this note and the cracked, red pocketbook to the stage, he told the story of her unselfish love and devotion. He challenged his assistants to get busy and raise enough money for the larger building.

A newspaper learned of the story and published it. It was read by a realtor who offered them a parcel of land worth many thousands. When told that the school could not pay so much, he offered it for a 57 percent payment.

Religious members too made large subscriptions. Cheques came from far and wide. Within five years the little girl’s gift had increased up to $250, 000 huge sums for that time. Her unselfish love had paid large dividends. The school building houses hundreds of scholars, so that no child in the area will ever need to be left outside at school time.

In one of the rooms of this building may be seen the picture of the sweet face of the little girl whose 57 cents, so sacrificially saved , made such remarkable history. Alongside of it is a portrait of her kind priest.

9)

How was the priest instrumental in fulfilling the little girl’s dream?

READING COMPREHENSION :

A Sobbing little girl stood near a small school from which she had been turned away because it was too crowded. “I can’t go to school”, she sobbed to a priest as he walked by. Seeing her shabby, unkempt appearance, the priest guessed the reason and, talking by hand, took her inside and found a place for her in the school class. The child was so touched that she went to bed that night thinking of the children who have no place to study.

Some years later, this child lay dead in one of the poor tenement buildings and the parents called for the kindhearted priest, who had befriended their daughter, to handle the final arrangements. As her poor little body was being moved, a worn and crumpled purse was found which seemed to have been rummaged from some trash dump. Inside were found 57 cents and a note scribbled in childish handwriting which read,  “This is to help make the little school bigger so more children can go to school”.

For more years she had saved for this offering of love. When the priest tearfully read that note, he knew instantly what he would do.

Carrying this note and the cracked, red pocketbook to the stage, he told the story of her unselfish love and devotion. He challenged his assistants to get busy and raise enough money for the larger building.

A newspaper learned of the story and published it. It was read by a realtor who offered them a parcel of land worth many thousands. When told that the school could not pay so much, he offered it for a 57 percent payment.

Religious members too made large subscriptions. Cheques came from far and wide. Within five years the little girl’s gift had increased up to $250, 000 huge sums for that time. Her unselfish love had paid large dividends. The school building houses hundreds of scholars, so that no child in the area will ever need to be left outside at school time.

In one of the rooms of this building may be seen the picture of the sweet face of the little girl whose 57 cents, so sacrificially saved , made such remarkable history. Alongside of it is a portrait of her kind priest.

10)

What was the final outcome of the 57 cents saved by the little girl?

Activity in the services sector shrank in September as new orders sank, a new survey shows. To add to these worries, overall economic activity is seen to be nearly stagnating, while employment levels fell for the second successive month.

The seasonally adjusted Service sector Business Activity Index fell to 49.8 from 53.8 in August, HSBC Purchasing Managers Index, which is based on a survey of 350 private sector executives, showed. Any reading of less than 50 indicates contraction, while economic activity is seen to be growing if the index is over 50. This is the first time since April 2009 that the services sector, that accounts for more than half the Indian economy, has slipped into negative terrain.

The decline in services sector activity could be attributed to lower demand for offshoring and IT and IT-enabled services from the US and Europe, where several economics are grappling with debt problems. There is also an impact on financial services as banking activity has slowed down on account of higher interest rates and investors are wary of parking their funds in stock markets.

At the moment, manufacturing activity is continuing to grow, though at a much slower pace. As a result, the HSBC India Composite Index-which covers manufacturing and services sector-stood at 50.2 in September, compared to 54.5 in August.

The trend is in line with expectations that the India economy will grow at less than 8% during the current financial year, with agriculture providing the only silver lining. Last year the economy expanded 8.5% prompting the government to predict 9% growth this year. But over the last few months, as the global economic situation deteriorated and higher interest rates slowed down the tempo, the government too is lowering its forecasts although not to the extent that others have done.

But it isn’t just services which are shrinking. The survey shows employment fell for the second successive month, increasing worries for policymakers, who want rapid economic growth to take care of the growing population that is joining the workforce.

Typically, a near-stagnant economy will encourage the central bank to start lowering interest rates to spur economic activity. But given the inflationary pressures, RBI is in no mood to do so and the debate is whether it will resort to further rate hikes or pause after increasing key policy rates a dozen times over the last 19 months. It is due to review its monetary policy later this month. The HSBC survey showed that inflation pressures are firmly in place though the rate is moderating a little. “We are getting close to the end of RBI’s tightening cycle, but we are not quite there yet.” An economist observed.

11)

Which of the following sector(s) is/are covered under HSBC India Composite Index?

Activity in the services sector shrank in September as new orders sank, a new survey shows. To add to these worries, overall economic activity is seen to be nearly stagnating, while employment levels fell for the second successive month.

The seasonally adjusted Service sector Business Activity Index fell to 49.8 from 53.8 in August, HSBC Purchasing Managers Index, which is based on a survey of 350 private sector executives, showed. Any reading of less than 50 indicates contraction, while economic activity is seen to be growing if the index is over 50. This is the first time since April 2009 that the services sector, that accounts for more than half the Indian economy, has slipped into negative terrain.

The decline in services sector activity could be attributed to lower demand for offshoring and IT and IT-enabled services from the US and Europe, where several economics are grappling with debt problems. There is also an impact on financial services as banking activity has slowed down on account of higher interest rates and investors are wary of parking their funds in stock markets.

At the moment, manufacturing activity is continuing to grow, though at a much slower pace. As a result, the HSBC India Composite Index-which covers manufacturing and services sector-stood at 50.2 in September, compared to 54.5 in August.

The trend is in line with expectations that the India economy will grow at less than 8% during the current financial year, with agriculture providing the only silver lining. Last year the economy expanded 8.5% prompting the government to predict 9% growth this year. But over the last few months, as the global economic situation deteriorated and higher interest rates slowed down the tempo, the government too is lowering its forecasts although not to the extent that others have done.

But it isn’t just services which are shrinking. The survey shows employment fell for the second successive month, increasing worries for policymakers, who want rapid economic growth to take care of the growing population that is joining the workforce.

Typically, a near-stagnant economy will encourage the central bank to start lowering interest rates to spur economic activity. But given the inflationary pressures, RBI is in no mood to do so and the debate is whether it will resort to further rate hikes or pause after increasing key policy rates a dozen times over the last 19 months. It is due to review its monetary policy later this month. The HSBC survey showed that inflation pressures are firmly in place though the rate is moderating a little. “We are getting close to the end of RBI’s tightening cycle, but we are not quite there yet.” An economist observed.

12)

Which of the following will not show contraction in the services sector business?

READING COMPREHENSION :

Activity in the services sector shrank in September as new orders sank, a new survey shows. To add to these worries, overall economic activity is seen to be nearly stagnating, while employment levels fell for the second successive month.

The seasonally adjusted Service sector Business Activity Index fell to 49.8 from 53.8 in August, HSBC Purchasing Managers Index, which is based on a survey of 350 private sector executives, showed. Any reading of less than 50 indicates contraction, while economic activity is seen to be growing if the index is over 50. This is the first time since April 2009 that the services sector, that accounts for more than half the Indian economy, has slipped into negative terrain.

The decline in services sector activity could be attributed to lower demand for offshoring and IT and IT-enabled services from the US and Europe, where several economics are grappling with debt problems. There is also an impact on financial services as banking activity has slowed down on account of higher interest rates and investors are wary of parking their funds in stock markets.

At the moment, manufacturing activity is continuing to grow, though at a much slower pace. As a result, the HSBC India Composite Index-which covers manufacturing and services sector-stood at 50.2 in September, compared to 54.5 in August.

The trend is in line with expectations that the India economy will grow at less than 8% during the current financial year, with agriculture providing the only silver lining. Last year the economy expanded 8.5% prompting the government to predict 9% growth this year. But over the last few months, as the global economic situation deteriorated and higher interest rates slowed down the tempo, the government too is lowering its forecasts although not to the extent that others have done.

But it isn’t just services which are shrinking. The survey shows employment fell for the second successive month, increasing worries for policymakers, who want rapid economic growth to take care of the growing population that is joining the workforce.

Typically, a near-stagnant economy will encourage the central bank to start lowering interest rates to spur economic activity. But given the inflationary pressures, RBI is in no mood to do so and the debate is whether it will resort to further rate hikes or pause after increasing key policy rates a dozen times over the last 19 months. It is due to review its monetary policy later this month. The HSBC survey showed that inflation pressures are firmly in place though the rate is moderating a little. “We are getting close to the end of RBI’s tightening cycle, but we are not quite there yet.” An economist observed.

13)

According to the passage, what is the contribution of services sector to Indian economy?

Activity in the services sector shrank in September as new orders sank, a new survey shows. To add to these worries, overall economic activity is seen to be nearly stagnating, while employment levels fell for the second successive month.

The seasonally adjusted Service sector Business Activity Index fell to 49.8 from 53.8 in August, HSBC Purchasing Managers Index, which is based on a survey of 350 private sector executives, showed. Any reading of less than 50 indicates contraction, while economic activity is seen to be growing if the index is over 50. This is the first time since April 2009 that the services sector, that accounts for more than half the Indian economy, has slipped into negative terrain.

The decline in services sector activity could be attributed to lower demand for offshoring and IT and IT-enabled services from the US and Europe, where several economics are grappling with debt problems. There is also an impact on financial services as banking activity has slowed down on account of higher interest rates and investors are wary of parking their funds in stock markets.

At the moment, manufacturing activity is continuing to grow, though at a much slower pace. As a result, the HSBC India Composite Index-which covers manufacturing and services sector-stood at 50.2 in September, compared to 54.5 in August.

The trend is in line with expectations that the India economy will grow at less than 8% during the current financial year, with agriculture providing the only silver lining. Last year the economy expanded 8.5% prompting the government to predict 9% growth this year. But over the last few months, as the global economic situation deteriorated and higher interest rates slowed down the tempo, the government too is lowering its forecasts although not to the extent that others have done.

But it isn’t just services which are shrinking. The survey shows employment fell for the second successive month, increasing worries for policymakers, who want rapid economic growth to take care of the growing population that is joining the workforce.

Typically, a near-stagnant economy will encourage the central bank to start lowering interest rates to spur economic activity. But given the inflationary pressures, RBI is in no mood to do so and the debate is whether it will resort to further rate hikes or pause after increasing key policy rates a dozen times over the last 19 months. It is due to review its monetary policy later this month. The HSBC survey showed that inflation pressures are firmly in place though the rate is moderating a little. “We are getting close to the end of RBI’s tightening cycle, but we are not quite there yet.” An economist observed.

14)

What was the initial prediction of percent growth of Indian economy, according to the passage?

READING COMPREHENSION :

Activity in the services sector shrank in September as new orders sank, a new survey shows. To add to these worries, overall economic activity is seen to be nearly stagnating, while employment levels fell for the second successive month.

The seasonally adjusted Service sector Business Activity Index fell to 49.8 from 53.8 in August, HSBC Purchasing Managers Index, which is based on a survey of 350 private sector executives, showed. Any reading of less than 50 indicates contraction, while economic activity is seen to be growing if the index is over 50. This is the first time since April 2009 that the services sector, that accounts for more than half the Indian economy, has slipped into negative terrain.

The decline in services sector activity could be attributed to lower demand for offshoring and IT and IT-enabled services from the US and Europe, where several economics are grappling with debt problems. There is also an impact on financial services as banking activity has slowed down on account of higher interest rates and investors are wary of parking their funds in stock markets.

At the moment, manufacturing activity is continuing to grow, though at a much slower pace. As a result, the HSBC India Composite Index-which covers manufacturing and services sector-stood at 50.2 in September, compared to 54.5 in August.

The trend is in line with expectations that the India economy will grow at less than 8% during the current financial year, with agriculture providing the only silver lining. Last year the economy expanded 8.5% prompting the government to predict 9% growth this year. But over the last few months, as the global economic situation deteriorated and higher interest rates slowed down the tempo, the government too is lowering its forecasts although not to the extent that others have done.

But it isn’t just services which are shrinking. The survey shows employment fell for the second successive month, increasing worries for policymakers, who want rapid economic growth to take care of the growing population that is joining the workforce.

Typically, a near-stagnant economy will encourage the central bank to start lowering interest rates to spur economic activity. But given the inflationary pressures, RBI is in no mood to do so and the debate is whether it will resort to further rate hikes or pause after increasing key policy rates a dozen times over the last 19 months. It is due to review its monetary policy later this month. The HSBC survey showed that inflation pressures are firmly in place though the rate is moderating a little. “We are getting close to the end of RBI’s tightening cycle, but we are not quite there yet.” An economist observed.

15)

Which of the following is correct in the context of the passage?

READING COMPREHENSION :

Activity in the services sector shrank in September as new orders sank, a new survey shows. To add to these worries, overall economic activity is seen to be nearly stagnating, while employment levels fell for the second successive month.

The seasonally adjusted Service sector Business Activity Index fell to 49.8 from 53.8 in August, HSBC Purchasing Managers Index, which is based on a survey of 350 private sector executives, showed. Any reading of less than 50 indicates contraction, while economic activity is seen to be growing if the index is over 50. This is the first time since April 2009 that the services sector, that accounts for more than half the Indian economy, has slipped into negative terrain.

The decline in services sector activity could be attributed to lower demand for offshoring and IT and IT-enabled services from the US and Europe, where several economics are grappling with debt problems. There is also an impact on financial services as banking activity has slowed down on account of higher interest rates and investors are wary of parking their funds in stock markets.

At the moment, manufacturing activity is continuing to grow, though at a much slower pace. As a result, the HSBC India Composite Index-which covers manufacturing and services sector-stood at 50.2 in September, compared to 54.5 in August.

The trend is in line with expectations that the India economy will grow at less than 8% during the current financial year, with agriculture providing the only silver lining. Last year the economy expanded 8.5% prompting the government to predict 9% growth this year. But over the last few months, as the global economic situation deteriorated and higher interest rates slowed down the tempo, the government too is lowering its forecasts although not to the extent that others have done.

But it isn’t just services which are shrinking. The survey shows employment fell for the second successive month, increasing worries for policymakers, who want rapid economic growth to take care of the growing population that is joining the workforce.

Typically, a near-stagnant economy will encourage the central bank to start lowering interest rates to spur economic activity. But given the inflationary pressures, RBI is in no mood to do so and the debate is whether it will resort to further rate hikes or pause after increasing key policy rates a dozen times over the last 19 months. It is due to review its monetary policy later this month. The HSBC survey showed that inflation pressures are firmly in place though the rate is moderating a little. “We are getting close to the end of RBI’s tightening cycle, but we are not quite there yet.” An economist observed.

16)

Which of the following may be the most suitable title for the passage?

READING COMPREHENSION :

Activity in the services sector shrank in September as new orders sank, a new survey shows. To add to these worries, overall economic activity is seen to be nearly stagnating, while employment levels fell for the second successive month.

The seasonally adjusted Service sector Business Activity Index fell to 49.8 from 53.8 in August, HSBC Purchasing Managers Index, which is based on a survey of 350 private sector executives, showed. Any reading of less than 50 indicates contraction, while economic activity is seen to be growing if the index is over 50. This is the first time since April 2009 that the services sector, that accounts for more than half the Indian economy, has slipped into negative terrain.

The decline in services sector activity could be attributed to lower demand for offshoring and IT and IT-enabled services from the US and Europe, where several economics are grappling with debt problems. There is also an impact on financial services as banking activity has slowed down on account of higher interest rates and investors are wary of parking their funds in stock markets.

At the moment, manufacturing activity is continuing to grow, though at a much slower pace. As a result, the HSBC India Composite Index-which covers manufacturing and services sector-stood at 50.2 in September, compared to 54.5 in August.

The trend is in line with expectations that the India economy will grow at less than 8% during the current financial year, with agriculture providing the only silver lining. Last year the economy expanded 8.5% prompting the government to predict 9% growth this year. But over the last few months, as the global economic situation deteriorated and higher interest rates slowed down the tempo, the government too is lowering its forecasts although not to the extent that others have done.

But it isn’t just services which are shrinking. The survey shows employment fell for the second successive month, increasing worries for policymakers, who want rapid economic growth to take care of the growing population that is joining the workforce.

Typically, a near-stagnant economy will encourage the central bank to start lowering interest rates to spur economic activity. But given the inflationary pressures, RBI is in no mood to do so and the debate is whether it will resort to further rate hikes or pause after increasing key policy rates a dozen times over the last 19 months. It is due to review its monetary policy later this month. The HSBC survey showed that inflation pressures are firmly in place though the rate is moderating a little. “We are getting close to the end of RBI’s tightening cycle, but we are not quite there yet.” An economist observed.

17)

According to the passage, what (percentage-wise) is the share of manufacturing in Indian economy?

Activity in the services sector shrank in September as new orders sank, a new survey shows. To add to these worries, overall economic activity is seen to be nearly stagnating, while employment levels fell for the second successive month.

The seasonally adjusted Service sector Business Activity Index fell to 49.8 from 53.8 in August, HSBC Purchasing Managers Index, which is based on a survey of 350 private sector executives, showed. Any reading of less than 50 indicates contraction, while economic activity is seen to be growing if the index is over 50. This is the first time since April 2009 that the services sector, that accounts for more than half the Indian economy, has slipped into negative terrain.

The decline in services sector activity could be attributed to lower demand for offshoring and IT and IT-enabled services from the US and Europe, where several economics are grappling with debt problems. There is also an impact on financial services as banking activity has slowed down on account of higher interest rates and investors are wary of parking their funds in stock markets.

At the moment, manufacturing activity is continuing to grow, though at a much slower pace. As a result, the HSBC India Composite Index-which covers manufacturing and services sector-stood at 50.2 in September, compared to 54.5 in August.

The trend is in line with expectations that the India economy will grow at less than 8% during the current financial year, with agriculture providing the only silver lining. Last year the economy expanded 8.5% prompting the government to predict 9% growth this year. But over the last few months, as the global economic situation deteriorated and higher interest rates slowed down the tempo, the government too is lowering its forecasts although not to the extent that others have done.

But it isn’t just services which are shrinking. The survey shows employment fell for the second successive month, increasing worries for policymakers, who want rapid economic growth to take care of the growing population that is joining the workforce.

Typically, a near-stagnant economy will encourage the central bank to start lowering interest rates to spur economic activity. But given the inflationary pressures, RBI is in no mood to do so and the debate is whether it will resort to further rate hikes or pause after increasing key policy rates a dozen times over the last 19 months. It is due to review its monetary policy later this month. The HSBC survey showed that inflation pressures are firmly in place though the rate is moderating a little. “We are getting close to the end of RBI’s tightening cycle, but we are not quite there yet.” An economist observed.

18)

Which of the following is one of the factors, according to the passage, for not lowering interest rates?

Activity in the services sector shrank in September as new orders sank, a new survey shows. To add to these worries, overall economic activity is seen to be nearly stagnating, while employment levels fell for the second successive month.

The seasonally adjusted Service sector Business Activity Index fell to 49.8 from 53.8 in August, HSBC Purchasing Managers Index, which is based on a survey of 350 private sector executives, showed. Any reading of less than 50 indicates contraction, while economic activity is seen to be growing if the index is over 50. This is the first time since April 2009 that the services sector, that accounts for more than half the Indian economy, has slipped into negative terrain.

The decline in services sector activity could be attributed to lower demand for offshoring and IT and IT-enabled services from the US and Europe, where several economics are grappling with debt problems. There is also an impact on financial services as banking activity has slowed down on account of higher interest rates and investors are wary of parking their funds in stock markets.

At the moment, manufacturing activity is continuing to grow, though at a much slower pace. As a result, the HSBC India Composite Index-which covers manufacturing and services sector-stood at 50.2 in September, compared to 54.5 in August.

The trend is in line with expectations that the India economy will grow at less than 8% during the current financial year, with agriculture providing the only silver lining. Last year the economy expanded 8.5% prompting the government to predict 9% growth this year. But over the last few months, as the global economic situation deteriorated and higher interest rates slowed down the tempo, the government too is lowering its forecasts although not to the extent that others have done.

But it isn’t just services which are shrinking. The survey shows employment fell for the second successive month, increasing worries for policymakers, who want rapid economic growth to take care of the growing population that is joining the workforce.

Typically, a near-stagnant economy will encourage the central bank to start lowering interest rates to spur economic activity. But given the inflationary pressures, RBI is in no mood to do so and the debate is whether it will resort to further rate hikes or pause after increasing key policy rates a dozen times over the last 19 months. It is due to review its monetary policy later this month. The HSBC survey showed that inflation pressures are firmly in place though the rate is moderating a little. “We are getting close to the end of RBI’s tightening cycle, but we are not quite there yet.” An economist observed.

19)

Which of the following conveys the meaning of the phrase, “…we are not quite there yet.” As used in the passage?

Activity in the services sector shrank in September as new orders sank, a new survey shows. To add to these worries, overall economic activity is seen to be nearly stagnating, while employment levels fell for the second successive month.

The seasonally adjusted Service sector Business Activity Index fell to 49.8 from 53.8 in August, HSBC Purchasing Managers Index, which is based on a survey of 350 private sector executives, showed. Any reading of less than 50 indicates contraction, while economic activity is seen to be growing if the index is over 50. This is the first time since April 2009 that the services sector, that accounts for more than half the Indian economy, has slipped into negative terrain.

The decline in services sector activity could be attributed to lower demand for offshoring and IT and IT-enabled services from the US and Europe, where several economics are grappling with debt problems. There is also an impact on financial services as banking activity has slowed down on account of higher interest rates and investors are wary of parking their funds in stock markets.

At the moment, manufacturing activity is continuing to grow, though at a much slower pace. As a result, the HSBC India Composite Index-which covers manufacturing and services sector-stood at 50.2 in September, compared to 54.5 in August.

The trend is in line with expectations that the India economy will grow at less than 8% during the current financial year, with agriculture providing the only silver lining. Last year the economy expanded 8.5% prompting the government to predict 9% growth this year. But over the last few months, as the global economic situation deteriorated and higher interest rates slowed down the tempo, the government too is lowering its forecasts although not to the extent that others have done.

But it isn’t just services which are shrinking. The survey shows employment fell for the second successive month, increasing worries for policymakers, who want rapid economic growth to take care of the growing population that is joining the workforce.

Typically, a near-stagnant economy will encourage the central bank to start lowering interest rates to spur economic activity. But given the inflationary pressures, RBI is in no mood to do so and the debate is whether it will resort to further rate hikes or pause after increasing key policy rates a dozen times over the last 19 months. It is due to review its monetary policy later this month. The HSBC survey showed that inflation pressures are firmly in place though the rate is moderating a little. “We are getting close to the end of RBI’s tightening cycle, but we are not quite there yet.” An economist observed.

20)

Which of the following is not true in the context of the passage?

Are you coming to _______ party next Saturday?

I bought _______ new TV set yesterday.

I think ______ man over there is very ill. He can't stand on his feet.

I watched _____ video you had sent me.

She was wearing ______ ugly dress when she met him.

I am crazy about reading ______ history books.

She is _____ nice girl.

Do you want to go to ______ restaurant where we first met?

He is _____ engineer.

He thinks that _____ love is what will save us all.

Did you get married after leaving ____ university ?

They are opening new shops here.

She was returning from ____ school when I met her.

Are you going to _____ beach this afternoon?

He went to ______ prison for domestic violence.

The kids are sitting at ______ table eating cereals.

Are you at ____ home?

Those were ____ interesting books.

I am _____ good sailor.

She was ______ good actress.

The relative pronoun can be omitted if it is the object of the relative clause.

The relative pronoun can be omitted of it is the subject of a relative clause

Who referes to objects

WHO referes to people

WHICH refers to

WHO and WHICH can be replaced by THAT

Children _______________ learn how to cook, enjoy food.

The answers ______________you can find at the end of the book are very useful.

I've got a mobile phone ___________ you can use

Drinking is a habit ____________ I detest

Which sentence is correct

Which sentences is correct?

Which sentence is correct?

Multiculturalism is a reality we all need to live with.

Students who come to Portugal enjoy our hospitality and food.

People ________ learn different languages and cultures are more tolerant.

The girl _______________ wears a head scarf is from Dubai.

The books _____________ I read about France are very interesting.

Her new friend is a boy __________ comes from Italy.

They are the new students ___________ we met at the party.

A person who is self-employed is called a...

Which of the following does not mean 'to work very hard'?

Tick all the words that have a positive meaning.

Which of these words means 'very tired'?

Tick all the things that affect someone's work-life balance.