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  1. 3271AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

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    For decades, humans have tried to theorise the origin and evolution of the universe. Many theories have been proposed and rejected. However, the Big Bang theory has been the most (388) ______ accepted. According to this theory, the universe began as a single point, or singularity, around 13.8 billion years ago. This singularity contained all the matter and energy that would eventually (389)______ the stars, galaxies and other structures that make up our universe today. The Big Bang theory is supported by a (390)______ of observational evidence, including the cosmic microwave background radiation, the (391)______ of light elements in the universe and the large-scale structure of the cosmos. Despite its success, the Big Bang theory is still an active area of research, with scientists seeking to better understand the earliest moments of the universe and the (392)______ of dark matter and energy.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 388.

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    Correct option: C — widely

    widely ‘Widely’ means by a large group of people. The given passage states that the Big Bang theory has been the most widely accepted. Hence, ‘widely’ is the most appropriate answer.

  2. 3272AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    PassageTap to read

    For decades, humans have tried to theorise the origin and evolution of the universe. Many theories have been proposed and rejected. However, the Big Bang theory has been the most (388) ______ accepted. According to this theory, the universe began as a single point, or singularity, around 13.8 billion years ago. This singularity contained all the matter and energy that would eventually (389)______ the stars, galaxies and other structures that make up our universe today. The Big Bang theory is supported by a (390)______ of observational evidence, including the cosmic microwave background radiation, the (391)______ of light elements in the universe and the large-scale structure of the cosmos. Despite its success, the Big Bang theory is still an active area of research, with scientists seeking to better understand the earliest moments of the universe and the (392)______ of dark matter and energy.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 389.

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    Correct option: D — form

    form ‘Form’ means to combine to create something. The given passage states that this singularity contained all the matter and energy that would eventually form the stars, galaxies and other structures that make up our universe today. Hence, ‘form’ is the most appropriate answer.

  3. 3273AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    PassageTap to read

    For decades, humans have tried to theorise the origin and evolution of the universe. Many theories have been proposed and rejected. However, the Big Bang theory has been the most (388) ______ accepted. According to this theory, the universe began as a single point, or singularity, around 13.8 billion years ago. This singularity contained all the matter and energy that would eventually (389)______ the stars, galaxies and other structures that make up our universe today. The Big Bang theory is supported by a (390)______ of observational evidence, including the cosmic microwave background radiation, the (391)______ of light elements in the universe and the large-scale structure of the cosmos. Despite its success, the Big Bang theory is still an active area of research, with scientists seeking to better understand the earliest moments of the universe and the (392)______ of dark matter and energy.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 390.

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    Correct option: A — wealth

    wealth ‘Wealth’ means a large amount. The given passage states that the Big Bang theory is supported by a wealth of observational evidence. Hence, 'wealth' is the most appropriate answer.

  4. 3274AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    PassageTap to read

    For decades, humans have tried to theorise the origin and evolution of the universe. Many theories have been proposed and rejected. However, the Big Bang theory has been the most (388) ______ accepted. According to this theory, the universe began as a single point, or singularity, around 13.8 billion years ago. This singularity contained all the matter and energy that would eventually (389)______ the stars, galaxies and other structures that make up our universe today. The Big Bang theory is supported by a (390)______ of observational evidence, including the cosmic microwave background radiation, the (391)______ of light elements in the universe and the large-scale structure of the cosmos. Despite its success, the Big Bang theory is still an active area of research, with scientists seeking to better understand the earliest moments of the universe and the (392)______ of dark matter and energy.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 391.

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    Correct option: C — abundance

    abundance ‘Abundance’ means a large quantity of something. The given passage states that the Big Bang theory is supported by a wealth of observational evidence, including the cosmic microwave background radiation, the abundance of light elements in the universe and the large-scale structure of the cosmos. Hence, ‘abundance’ is the most appropriate answer.

  5. 3275AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    PassageTap to read

    For decades, humans have tried to theorise the origin and evolution of the universe. Many theories have been proposed and rejected. However, the Big Bang theory has been the most (388) ______ accepted. According to this theory, the universe began as a single point, or singularity, around 13.8 billion years ago. This singularity contained all the matter and energy that would eventually (389)______ the stars, galaxies and other structures that make up our universe today. The Big Bang theory is supported by a (390)______ of observational evidence, including the cosmic microwave background radiation, the (391)______ of light elements in the universe and the large-scale structure of the cosmos. Despite its success, the Big Bang theory is still an active area of research, with scientists seeking to better understand the earliest moments of the universe and the (392)______ of dark matter and energy.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 392.

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    Correct option: D — nature

    nature ‘Nature’ means the basic constitution of a thing. The given passage states that the Big Bang theory is still an active area of research, with scientists seeking to better understand the earliest moments of the universe and the nature of dark matter and energy. Hence, ‘nature’ is the most appropriate answer.

  6. 3276AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

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    Romantic poetry is a literary movement that emerged in the late 18th century and continued through the mid-19th century. It is (393)_______ by an emphasis on emotion, imagination and individualism. Romantic poets sought to express their innermost thoughts and feelings through their poetry, often exploring (394)______ such as love, beauty and mortality. One of the defining features of Romantic poetry is its use of language and imagery to evoke powerful emotions in the reader. Many Romantic poets, such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge (395)_______ that poetry should be written in the language of common people, rather than in the lofty, formal language of the past. They also incorporated vivid descriptions of nature and the natural world into their poetry, using it as a source of inspiration and spiritual renewal. (396)______ important aspect of Romantic poetry is its focus on the individual and the subjective experience. Romantic poets believed that each person's experience of the world was unique and valuable, and sought to capture this individuality in their writing. This led to a greater emphasis on personal expression and introspection in poetry, (397)______ a rejection of the traditional poetic forms and structures of the past.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 393.

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    Correct option: D — characterised

    characterised ‘Characterised’ means to describe the quality of something. The given passage states that it is characterised by an emphasis on emotion, imagination and individualism. Hence ‘characterised’ is the most appropriate answer.

  7. 3277AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    PassageTap to read

    Romantic poetry is a literary movement that emerged in the late 18th century and continued through the mid-19th century. It is (393)_______ by an emphasis on emotion, imagination and individualism. Romantic poets sought to express their innermost thoughts and feelings through their poetry, often exploring (394)______ such as love, beauty and mortality. One of the defining features of Romantic poetry is its use of language and imagery to evoke powerful emotions in the reader. Many Romantic poets, such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge (395)_______ that poetry should be written in the language of common people, rather than in the lofty, formal language of the past. They also incorporated vivid descriptions of nature and the natural world into their poetry, using it as a source of inspiration and spiritual renewal. (396)______ important aspect of Romantic poetry is its focus on the individual and the subjective experience. Romantic poets believed that each person's experience of the world was unique and valuable, and sought to capture this individuality in their writing. This led to a greater emphasis on personal expression and introspection in poetry, (397)______ a rejection of the traditional poetic forms and structures of the past.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 394.

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    Correct option: D — themes

    themes ‘Theme’ means an idea that recurs in a work of art or literature. The given passage states that romantic poets sought to express their innermost thoughts and feelings through their poetry, often exploring themes such as love, beauty and mortality. Hence ‘themes’ is the most appropriate answer.

  8. 3278AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    PassageTap to read

    Romantic poetry is a literary movement that emerged in the late 18th century and continued through the mid-19th century. It is (393)_______ by an emphasis on emotion, imagination and individualism. Romantic poets sought to express their innermost thoughts and feelings through their poetry, often exploring (394)______ such as love, beauty and mortality. One of the defining features of Romantic poetry is its use of language and imagery to evoke powerful emotions in the reader. Many Romantic poets, such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge (395)_______ that poetry should be written in the language of common people, rather than in the lofty, formal language of the past. They also incorporated vivid descriptions of nature and the natural world into their poetry, using it as a source of inspiration and spiritual renewal. (396)______ important aspect of Romantic poetry is its focus on the individual and the subjective experience. Romantic poets believed that each person's experience of the world was unique and valuable, and sought to capture this individuality in their writing. This led to a greater emphasis on personal expression and introspection in poetry, (397)______ a rejection of the traditional poetic forms and structures of the past.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 395.

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    Correct option: C — believed

    believed The given passage is expressing a belief of romantic poets in the past. Therefore, past form(V2) of the verb will be used to indicate the past tense. Hence ‘believed(V2)’ is the most appropriate answer.

  9. 3279AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    PassageTap to read

    Romantic poetry is a literary movement that emerged in the late 18th century and continued through the mid-19th century. It is (393)_______ by an emphasis on emotion, imagination and individualism. Romantic poets sought to express their innermost thoughts and feelings through their poetry, often exploring (394)______ such as love, beauty and mortality. One of the defining features of Romantic poetry is its use of language and imagery to evoke powerful emotions in the reader. Many Romantic poets, such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge (395)_______ that poetry should be written in the language of common people, rather than in the lofty, formal language of the past. They also incorporated vivid descriptions of nature and the natural world into their poetry, using it as a source of inspiration and spiritual renewal. (396)______ important aspect of Romantic poetry is its focus on the individual and the subjective experience. Romantic poets believed that each person's experience of the world was unique and valuable, and sought to capture this individuality in their writing. This led to a greater emphasis on personal expression and introspection in poetry, (397)______ a rejection of the traditional poetic forms and structures of the past.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 396.

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    Correct option: B — Another

    another ‘Another’ means one more. The given passage states that another important aspect of Romantic poetry is its focus on the individual and the subjective experience. Hence ‘another’ is the most appropriate answer.

  10. 3280AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

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

    PassageTap to read

    Romantic poetry is a literary movement that emerged in the late 18th century and continued through the mid-19th century. It is (393)_______ by an emphasis on emotion, imagination and individualism. Romantic poets sought to express their innermost thoughts and feelings through their poetry, often exploring (394)______ such as love, beauty and mortality. One of the defining features of Romantic poetry is its use of language and imagery to evoke powerful emotions in the reader. Many Romantic poets, such as William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge (395)_______ that poetry should be written in the language of common people, rather than in the lofty, formal language of the past. They also incorporated vivid descriptions of nature and the natural world into their poetry, using it as a source of inspiration and spiritual renewal. (396)______ important aspect of Romantic poetry is its focus on the individual and the subjective experience. Romantic poets believed that each person's experience of the world was unique and valuable, and sought to capture this individuality in their writing. This led to a greater emphasis on personal expression and introspection in poetry, (397)______ a rejection of the traditional poetic forms and structures of the past.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 397.

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    Correct option: D — as well as

    as well as ‘As well as’ is used to mention another item connected with the subject after conjunction ‘and’. The given passage states that this led to a greater emphasis on personal expression and introspection in poetry, as well as a rejection of the traditional poetic forms and structures of the past. Hence ‘as well as’ is the most appropriate answer.

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