Mock Test

Exam: RRB NTPC Subject: General English Topic: Reading Comprehension

Total Questions: 20

Q1. Which of these sources is most likely to provide accurate and up-to-date information for RRB NTPC preparation?

Social media rumors The official RRB website Unverified blogs Personal opinions of friends
Q2. A company’s mission statement declares its commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and sustainable business practices. What is the core purpose of the company as stated?

To maximize profits. To provide quality products and services responsibly. To be a leader in its industry. To employ a large workforce.
Q3. The __________ scientist was ostracized by his colleagues for his controversial theories.

conventional orthodox unconventional mainstream
Q4. When you read a research paper to gather evidence for your own project, you are reading for:

Enjoyment Guidance Research and evidence Personal reflection
Q5. The phrase 'as brave as a lion' is an example of which literary device?

Metaphor Simile Personification Hyperbole
Q6. A historical narrative recounts the struggle for independence in a colonized nation, detailing the various resistance movements, the diplomatic efforts, and the eventual achievement of sovereignty. What is the main subject?

The economic exploitation by colonial powers. The cultural assimilation policies of the colonizers. The comprehensive process and multifaceted efforts leading to national liberation. The biographies of colonial administrators.
Q7. What is the role of 'visual aids' like diagrams and charts in technical texts?

To make the text visually appealing but add no informational value To complicate the understanding of the subject matter To clarify complex information and illustrate relationships To replace the need for written explanations entirely
Q8. The enchanted forest was home to mischievous sprites and ancient, talking trees. Sunlight dappled the mossy ground, illuminating paths that seemed to shift and disappear.

The forest was populated by ordinary animals. The forest was mundane and predictable. The forest was magical, with mythical creatures and shifting paths. The trees in the forest were silent and unmoving.
Q9. A story describes a grumpy bear. What might the bear do?

Smile and laugh Give hugs Snarl and growl Dance happily
Q10. For a candidate preparing for the English comprehension section, an active reading strategy to understand the author's tone would involve:

Focusing only on the explicit statements Analyzing word choice, sentence structure, and the overall mood conveyed Highlighting all adverbs Ignoring any underlying sentiment
Q11. What is the purpose of 'close reading' in academic contexts?

To quickly scan through a text for keywords. To engage in a thorough, detailed analysis of a text's meaning, structure, and style. To find the most entertaining parts of an article. To ignore any potentially difficult sections.
Q12. A philosophical text uses abstract nouns and complex sentence structures with multiple subordinate clauses. This stylistic choice is most likely intended to:

Simplify the complex philosophical ideas for a general audience. Reflect the intricate and nuanced nature of the philosophical arguments. Convey a sense of authority and intellectual superiority. Create a poetic and evocative prose style.
Q13. In a mock exam, a candidate's score is inversely proportional to the number of incorrect answers they provide. If they score 90 marks with 10 incorrect answers, what would their score be if they had only 5 incorrect answers?

180 45 100 95
Q14. Which of the following tips aims to improve reading speed by increasing efficient eye movements?

Highlighting key sentences Reducing regression and expanding eye span Taking frequent breaks Reading word by word
Q15. In a sequence, the first term is 10. Each subsequent term is obtained by adding 5 to the previous term and then multiplying by 2. What is the 5th term of this sequence?

210 430 870 1750
Q16. The company's ___________ growth surprised many in the industry.

stagnant meteoric moribund soporific
Q17. Which of the following is a type of business organization?

Government agency Non-profit organization Partnership Trade union
Q18. The passage mentions the bird's 'powerful wings'. What does 'powerful' suggest?

Weak and fragile Strong and capable of sustained flight Small and decorative Slow to flap
Q19. What is the next term in the sequence: 1, 4, 9, 16, 25, ?

30 36 49 64
Q20. What is a 'counterargument'?

An agreement with the author An argument that opposes the main argument A supporting fact A personal anecdote

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