In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

The Ph.D degree is the most (1)_____ degree of any university. The quality of a Ph.D is of utmost importance as it brings prestige and (2)______ towards creating an ambience of innovation through research. It provides a platform for innovative thinking along with higher (3)______ qualification. (4)_______, the university maintains the quality at a very high level. The programme (5)_______ that it is not an end in itself, but a means for a fruitful research career.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Education (1)_____ both the teaching and learning of knowledge, proper conduct, and technical competency. It thus (2)____ on the cultivation of skills, trades or professions, as well as mental, moral and aesthetic development. Formal education consists of systematic instruction, teaching and training by (3)____ teachers. This consists of the application of pedagogy and the development of curricula. The right to education is a (4)_____ human right. Educational systems are established to provide education and (5)_______, often for children and the young.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
National Educational Policy of India 2020 is built on the foundational (1) _______ of Equity, Access, Quality and Affordability. The policy is a (2) ____________ framework of India’s education system from elementary to higher education. It also discusses the (3) __________ and scope of vocational training. The objective is to (4) __________ India in a vibrant knowledge society and make the country a global knowledge superpower by providing a more (5) __________, flexible and multidisciplinary education to its youth.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

The National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) occupies a unique position in the network of educational institutions in India, with its functions covering a broad spectrum of academic having both, domestic and international (1) ___________.The genesis of NIEPA’s evolutionary journey dates back to February 1962 when the Asian Regional Centre for Educational Planners, Administrators and Supervisors was established by UNESCO under an agreement signed by the UN Agency and the Government of India. The principal functions of the Centre (2) ____________ conduct research on the problems related to educational planning, administration and school supervision as well as conduct short-term training programmes.
Subsequently, with effect from 1 April 1965, the fledgling Centre was rechristened as the Asian Institute of Educational Planning and Administration. The (3) ____________ of the Asian Institute by the Government of India at the end of a 10-year agreement between it and the UNESCO paved the way for its (4) ____________ into the National Staff College for Educational Planners and Administrators in 1970. This college was restructured and re-registered as National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA) on 31 May 1979, with an expanded (5) ____________.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Educational Philosophy is a (1)_________ that deals with the analysis of education's objectives, procedures, essence, and ideologies. It is (2)_______ a philosophy and an educational offshoot. Education is defined as the teaching and learning of specialised (3)________, as well as the instilling of awareness, judgement, and knowledge and understanding, and (4)________ a much broader spectrum than the societal institute of higher education that we frequently communicate (5)________.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 4.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Literacy is a very important quality of a population. (1) ________ an informed and educated citizen can make (2) ________ choices and undertake research and development (3) ________. Low levels of literacy are a (4) ________ obstacle for economic improvement. In India, (5) ________ has been a steady improvement in the literacy levels.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The newspapers are the (1)______ of day-to-day happenings in the world. They add to our (2)_____ not only about our own country but also about world affairs. The newspapers also express their opinions about social and political problems through their (3)______. They, mould the readers into their own way of thinking. That is why the newspaper is considered a source of (4)_______. In a democracy, the press is a link between the government and the people. It gives news as to what the government is doing. It reflects public opinion as well. It teaches the citizens their rights and (5)_______.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
(1)___________ need for school education reform is impossible to deny on countless fronts in India, from the rule of rote that’s suboptimal for (2)__________, to pedagogies that instil fear of math (3)______ students, especially girls. But while ideating reforms, education policymakers should remember what past experiments (4)_____ them. Remember CCE, continuous and comprehensive evaluation, which was ushered in with hosannas in 2009 but unceremoniously kicked out in 2017. All the turmoil and toil it (5)_______ amounted to zilch in the end. Good idea, poor execution, its epitaph reads.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
(1)___________ need for school education reform is impossible to deny on countless fronts in India, from the rule of rote that’s suboptimal for (2)__________, to pedagogies that instil fear of math (3)______ students, especially girls. But while ideating reforms, education policymakers should remember what past experiments (4)_____ them. Remember CCE, continuous and comprehensive evaluation, which was ushered in with hosannas in 2009 but unceremoniously kicked out in 2017. All the turmoil and toil it (5)_______ amounted to zilch in the end. Good idea, poor execution, its epitaph reads.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
(1)___________ need for school education reform is impossible to deny on countless fronts in India, from the rule of rote that’s suboptimal for (2)__________, to pedagogies that instil fear of math (3)______ students, especially girls. But while ideating reforms, education policymakers should remember what past experiments (4)_____ them. Remember CCE, continuous and comprehensive evaluation, which was ushered in with hosannas in 2009 but unceremoniously kicked out in 2017. All the turmoil and toil it (5)_______ amounted to zilch in the end. Good idea, poor execution, its epitaph reads.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
(1)___________ need for school education reform is impossible to deny on countless fronts in India, from the rule of rote that’s suboptimal for (2)__________, to pedagogies that instil fear of math (3)______ students, especially girls. But while ideating reforms, education policymakers should remember what past experiments (4)_____ them. Remember CCE, continuous and comprehensive evaluation, which was ushered in with hosannas in 2009 but unceremoniously kicked out in 2017. All the turmoil and toil it (5)_______ amounted to zilch in the end. Good idea, poor execution, its epitaph reads.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The newspapers are the (1)______ of day-to-day happenings in the world. They add to our (2)_____ not only about our own country but also about world affairs. The newspapers also express their opinions about social and political problems through their (3)______. They, mould the readers into their own way of thinking. That is why the newspaper is considered a source of (4)_______. In a democracy, the press is a link between the government and the people. It gives news as to what the government is doing. It reflects public opinion as well. It teaches the citizens their rights and (5)_______.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The newspapers are the (1)______ of day-to-day happenings in the world. They add to our (2)_____ not only about our own country but also about world affairs. The newspapers also express their opinions about social and political problems through their (3)______. They, mould the readers into their own way of thinking. That is why the newspaper is considered a source of (4)_______. In a democracy, the press is a link between the government and the people. It gives news as to what the government is doing. It reflects public opinion as well. It teaches the citizens their rights and (5)_______.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The newspapers are the (1)______ of day-to-day happenings in the world. They add to our (2)_____ not only about our own country but also about world affairs. The newspapers also express their opinions about social and political problems through their (3)______. They, mould the readers into their own way of thinking. That is why the newspaper is considered a source of (4)_______. In a democracy, the press is a link between the government and the people. It gives news as to what the government is doing. It reflects public opinion as well. It teaches the citizens their rights and (5)_______.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The newspapers are the (1)______ of day-to-day happenings in the world. They add to our (2)_____ not only about our own country but also about world affairs. The newspapers also express their opinions about social and political problems through their (3)______. They, mould the readers into their own way of thinking. That is why the newspaper is considered a source of (4)_______. In a democracy, the press is a link between the government and the people. It gives news as to what the government is doing. It reflects public opinion as well. It teaches the citizens their rights and (5)_______.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
(1)___________ need for school education reform is impossible to deny on countless fronts in India, from the rule of rote that’s suboptimal for (2)__________, to pedagogies that instil fear of math (3)______ students, especially girls. But while ideating reforms, education policymakers should remember what past experiments (4)_____ them. Remember CCE, continuous and comprehensive evaluation, which was ushered in with hosannas in 2009 but unceremoniously kicked out in 2017. All the turmoil and toil it (5)_______ amounted to zilch in the end. Good idea, poor execution, its epitaph reads.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Education should be free to all because it is a (1)__ human right. It is essential for the (2)___ of a fully functioning society and for the advancement of humanity. While some argue that education should not be free because it has value or that free education would be a (3)__ on taxpayers, the reality is that education is a public good that (4)__ everyone in society. Not only does education provide individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to participate in the workforce, but it also improves social cohesion and creates more (5)__ citizens.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Education should be free to all because it is a (1)__ human right. It is essential for the (2)___ of a fully functioning society and for the advancement of humanity. While some argue that education should not be free because it has value or that free education would be a (3)__ on taxpayers, the reality is that education is a public good that (4)__ everyone in society. Not only does education provide individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to participate in the workforce, but it also improves social cohesion and creates more (5)__ citizens.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Education should be free to all because it is a (1)__ human right. It is essential for the (2)___ of a fully functioning society and for the advancement of humanity. While some argue that education should not be free because it has value or that free education would be a (3)__ on taxpayers, the reality is that education is a public good that (4)__ everyone in society. Not only does education provide individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to participate in the workforce, but it also improves social cohesion and creates more (5)__ citizens.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
One of the (1)______ tragedies is seeing someone with incredible talent get (2)_______ because he or she lacks some basic skills. This book (3)_______ the number one reason executives derail, and it provides extremely helpful tools to operate in a fast-paced, result-oriented environment. I am impressed by how insightful, (4)_______, well organised and focused it is. It will surely help one (5)______ several difficult situations.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
One of the (1)______ tragedies is seeing someone with incredible talent get (2)_______ because he or she lacks some basic skills. This book (3)_______ the number one reason executives derail, and it provides extremely helpful tools to operate in a fast-paced, result-oriented environment. I am impressed by how insightful, (4)_______, well organised and focused it is. It will surely help one (5)______ several difficult situations.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
________(1) university or college degree has long been the traditional hallmark of a ________ (2) candidate in the professional arena. While it historically provided the most widely accepted standard of qualification and skill for professionals, many companies today ________ (3) their hiring process and considering a broader list of criteria to judge a candidate’s ability. Organisations are reducing their reliance on college degrees as a sole marker of competence and instead placing greater emphasis ________ (4) the practical skills candidates have acquired through work experience. This shift in hiring is of particular relevance to India, which has the ________ (5) youth population in the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Tim Cook, CEO of Apple who has recently ________(1) India, has some ________ (2) for parents: limit the screen time for children. He says: “Kids are born ________ (3), they’re digital kids now. And it is, I think, important to set some hard rails around it.” Various surveys of Indian children show alarming findings. A Saurashtra University survey of ________ (4) a thousand children and their parents in Rajkot finds that 92% students prefer playing mobile games over playing outside and 78% students ________ (5) to having their phone while having meals. In another survey by Local Circles, nearly 55% of parents admit that their children aged 9-13 have access to a smartphone throughout the day.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
Each essay is set (1)______ against its background and made simpler by providing (2)_______ summary and critical commentary, short notes on textual issues, and (3)__________ of important critical and theoretical issues under the heading essay topics. (4)_____ of the most commonly used terms in the literature is given at the end and meant to serve as ready reference. This book will cater the (5)_______ of students of literature and teachers teaching this course.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
There are several reasons why people might 1)_________ that homework is an unnecessary burden on children. Firstly, there is evidence to support the idea that homework 2)_________nothing to improve educational outcomes. Countries such as Finland, where school children are not given homework, regularly top international educational league tables and outperform nations where setting homework is the norm. Secondly, many parents would agree that the school day is already 3)_________, and leaves their children too tired to do further study when they return home. 4)_________, it is recognised that play time is just as 5)_________as study time from the perspective of brain development.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 1.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
One of the (1)______ tragedies is seeing someone with incredible talent get (2)_______ because he or she lacks some basic skills. This book (3)_______ the number one reason executives derail, and it provides extremely helpful tools to operate in a fast-paced, result-oriented environment. I am impressed by how insightful, (4)_______, well organised and focused it is. It will surely help one (5)______ several difficult situations.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
There are several reasons why people might 1)_________ that homework is an unnecessary burden on children. Firstly, there is evidence to support the idea that homework 2)_________nothing to improve educational outcomes. Countries such as Finland, where school children are not given homework, regularly top international educational league tables and outperform nations where setting homework is the norm. Secondly, many parents would agree that the school day is already 3)_________, and leaves their children too tired to do further study when they return home. 4)_________, it is recognised that play time is just as 5)_________as study time from the perspective of brain development.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 2.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
There are several reasons why people might 1)_________ that homework is an unnecessary burden on children. Firstly, there is evidence to support the idea that homework 2)_________nothing to improve educational outcomes. Countries such as Finland, where school children are not given homework, regularly top international educational league tables and outperform nations where setting homework is the norm. Secondly, many parents would agree that the school day is already 3)_________, and leaves their children too tired to do further study when they return home. 4)_________, it is recognised that play time is just as 5)_________as study time from the perspective of brain development.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 3.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
Each essay is set (1)______ against its background and made simpler by providing (2)_______ summary and critical commentary, short notes on textual issues, and (3)__________ of important critical and theoretical issues under the heading essay topics. (4)_____ of the most commonly used terms in the literature is given at the end and meant to serve as ready reference. This book will cater the (5)_______ of students of literature and teachers teaching this course.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Democracy is a form of government where the power lies ______(1) the people. It is based on the principles of equality, freedom and the rule of law. In a democratic society, ______(2) have the right to participate in the decision-making process, _________(3) directly or through elected representatives. Democracy also allows for the ________(4) of individual rights and liberties. While democracy is not without its challenges, such as the need to balance competing interests and the risk of ___________(5) movements, it remains one of the most widely embraced forms of government around the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
________(1) university or college degree has long been the traditional hallmark of a ________ (2) candidate in the professional arena. While it historically provided the most widely accepted standard of qualification and skill for professionals, many companies today ________ (3) their hiring process and considering a broader list of criteria to judge a candidate’s ability. Organisations are reducing their reliance on college degrees as a sole marker of competence and instead placing greater emphasis ________ (4) the practical skills candidates have acquired through work experience. This shift in hiring is of particular relevance to India, which has the ________ (5) youth population in the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Tim Cook, CEO of Apple who has recently ________(1) India, has some ________ (2) for parents: limit the screen time for children. He says: “Kids are born ________ (3), they’re digital kids now. And it is, I think, important to set some hard rails around it.” Various surveys of Indian children show alarming findings. A Saurashtra University survey of ________ (4) a thousand children and their parents in Rajkot finds that 92% students prefer playing mobile games over playing outside and 78% students ________ (5) to having their phone while having meals. In another survey by Local Circles, nearly 55% of parents admit that their children aged 9-13 have access to a smartphone throughout the day.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Tim Cook, CEO of Apple who has recently ________(1) India, has some ________ (2) for parents: limit the screen time for children. He says: “Kids are born ________ (3), they’re digital kids now. And it is, I think, important to set some hard rails around it.” Various surveys of Indian children show alarming findings. A Saurashtra University survey of ________ (4) a thousand children and their parents in Rajkot finds that 92% students prefer playing mobile games over playing outside and 78% students ________ (5) to having their phone while having meals. In another survey by Local Circles, nearly 55% of parents admit that their children aged 9-13 have access to a smartphone throughout the day.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Tim Cook, CEO of Apple who has recently ________(1) India, has some ________ (2) for parents: limit the screen time for children. He says: “Kids are born ________ (3), they’re digital kids now. And it is, I think, important to set some hard rails around it.” Various surveys of Indian children show alarming findings. A Saurashtra University survey of ________ (4) a thousand children and their parents in Rajkot finds that 92% students prefer playing mobile games over playing outside and 78% students ________ (5) to having their phone while having meals. In another survey by Local Circles, nearly 55% of parents admit that their children aged 9-13 have access to a smartphone throughout the day.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Tim Cook, CEO of Apple who has recently ________(1) India, has some ________ (2) for parents: limit the screen time for children. He says: “Kids are born ________ (3), they’re digital kids now. And it is, I think, important to set some hard rails around it.” Various surveys of Indian children show alarming findings. A Saurashtra University survey of ________ (4) a thousand children and their parents in Rajkot finds that 92% students prefer playing mobile games over playing outside and 78% students ________ (5) to having their phone while having meals. In another survey by Local Circles, nearly 55% of parents admit that their children aged 9-13 have access to a smartphone throughout the day.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Democracy is a form of government where the power lies ______(1) the people. It is based on the principles of equality, freedom and the rule of law. In a democratic society, ______(2) have the right to participate in the decision-making process, _________(3) directly or through elected representatives. Democracy also allows for the ________(4) of individual rights and liberties. While democracy is not without its challenges, such as the need to balance competing interests and the risk of ___________(5) movements, it remains one of the most widely embraced forms of government around the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Democracy is a form of government where the power lies ______(1) the people. It is based on the principles of equality, freedom and the rule of law. In a democratic society, ______(2) have the right to participate in the decision-making process, _________(3) directly or through elected representatives. Democracy also allows for the ________(4) of individual rights and liberties. While democracy is not without its challenges, such as the need to balance competing interests and the risk of ___________(5) movements, it remains one of the most widely embraced forms of government around the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
________(1) university or college degree has long been the traditional hallmark of a ________ (2) candidate in the professional arena. While it historically provided the most widely accepted standard of qualification and skill for professionals, many companies today ________ (3) their hiring process and considering a broader list of criteria to judge a candidate’s ability. Organisations are reducing their reliance on college degrees as a sole marker of competence and instead placing greater emphasis ________ (4) the practical skills candidates have acquired through work experience. This shift in hiring is of particular relevance to India, which has the ________ (5) youth population in the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
________(1) university or college degree has long been the traditional hallmark of a ________ (2) candidate in the professional arena. While it historically provided the most widely accepted standard of qualification and skill for professionals, many companies today ________ (3) their hiring process and considering a broader list of criteria to judge a candidate’s ability. Organisations are reducing their reliance on college degrees as a sole marker of competence and instead placing greater emphasis ________ (4) the practical skills candidates have acquired through work experience. This shift in hiring is of particular relevance to India, which has the ________ (5) youth population in the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
Each essay is set (1)______ against its background and made simpler by providing (2)_______ summary and critical commentary, short notes on textual issues, and (3)__________ of important critical and theoretical issues under the heading essay topics. (4)_____ of the most commonly used terms in the literature is given at the end and meant to serve as ready reference. This book will cater the (5)_______ of students of literature and teachers teaching this course.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
________(1) university or college degree has long been the traditional hallmark of a ________ (2) candidate in the professional arena. While it historically provided the most widely accepted standard of qualification and skill for professionals, many companies today ________ (3) their hiring process and considering a broader list of criteria to judge a candidate’s ability. Organisations are reducing their reliance on college degrees as a sole marker of competence and instead placing greater emphasis ________ (4) the practical skills candidates have acquired through work experience. This shift in hiring is of particular relevance to India, which has the ________ (5) youth population in the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Education should be free to all because it is a (1)__ human right. It is essential for the (2)___ of a fully functioning society and for the advancement of humanity. While some argue that education should not be free because it has value or that free education would be a (3)__ on taxpayers, the reality is that education is a public good that (4)__ everyone in society. Not only does education provide individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to participate in the workforce, but it also improves social cohesion and creates more (5)__ citizens.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
There are several reasons why people might 1)_________ that homework is an unnecessary burden on children. Firstly, there is evidence to support the idea that homework 2)_________nothing to improve educational outcomes. Countries such as Finland, where school children are not given homework, regularly top international educational league tables and outperform nations where setting homework is the norm. Secondly, many parents would agree that the school day is already 3)_________, and leaves their children too tired to do further study when they return home. 4)_________, it is recognised that play time is just as 5)_________as study time from the perspective of brain development.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 4.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
One of the (1)______ tragedies is seeing someone with incredible talent get (2)_______ because he or she lacks some basic skills. This book (3)_______ the number one reason executives derail, and it provides extremely helpful tools to operate in a fast-paced, result-oriented environment. I am impressed by how insightful, (4)_______, well organised and focused it is. It will surely help one (5)______ several difficult situations.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Education should be free to all because it is a (1)__ human right. It is essential for the (2)___ of a fully functioning society and for the advancement of humanity. While some argue that education should not be free because it has value or that free education would be a (3)__ on taxpayers, the reality is that education is a public good that (4)__ everyone in society. Not only does education provide individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to participate in the workforce, but it also improves social cohesion and creates more (5)__ citizens.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
There are several reasons why people might 1)_________ that homework is an unnecessary burden on children. Firstly, there is evidence to support the idea that homework 2)_________nothing to improve educational outcomes. Countries such as Finland, where school children are not given homework, regularly top international educational league tables and outperform nations where setting homework is the norm. Secondly, many parents would agree that the school day is already 3)_________, and leaves their children too tired to do further study when they return home. 4)_________, it is recognised that play time is just as 5)_________as study time from the perspective of brain development.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 5.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
One of the (1)______ tragedies is seeing someone with incredible talent get (2)_______ because he or she lacks some basic skills. This book (3)_______ the number one reason executives derail, and it provides extremely helpful tools to operate in a fast-paced, result-oriented environment. I am impressed by how insightful, (4)_______, well organised and focused it is. It will surely help one (5)______ several difficult situations.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Democracy is a form of government where the power lies ______(1) the people. It is based on the principles of equality, freedom and the rule of law. In a democratic society, ______(2) have the right to participate in the decision-making process, _________(3) directly or through elected representatives. Democracy also allows for the ________(4) of individual rights and liberties. While democracy is not without its challenges, such as the need to balance competing interests and the risk of ___________(5) movements, it remains one of the most widely embraced forms of government around the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
Each essay is set (1)______ against its background and made simpler by providing (2)_______ summary and critical commentary, short notes on textual issues, and (3)__________ of important critical and theoretical issues under the heading essay topics. (4)_____ of the most commonly used terms in the literature is given at the end and meant to serve as ready reference. This book will cater the (5)_______ of students of literature and teachers teaching this course.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
Each essay is set (1)______ against its background and made simpler by providing (2)_______ summary and critical commentary, short notes on textual issues, and (3)__________ of important critical and theoretical issues under the heading essay topics. (4)_____ of the most commonly used terms in the literature is given at the end and meant to serve as ready reference. This book will cater the (5)_______ of students of literature and teachers teaching this course.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.