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  1. 3491AIIMSEnglish 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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    The Amazon rainforest is an awe-inspiring natural wonder that (605)_______across several South American countries, including Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador. Covering an (606)______area of 5.5 million square kilometres, it is the largest tropical rainforest on Earth. The Amazon jungle is (607)_______ for its remarkable biodiversity, harbouring an astonishing array of plant and animal species that are still being discovered and studied. The dense vegetation of the jungle creates a (608)________and complex ecosystem, supporting countless species and providing crucial ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration and climate regulation. It is also home to (609)_______communities that have thrived within its rich confines for centuries, preserving their traditions and deep connection to the land.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 608.

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    Correct option: A — vibrant

    Vibrant ‘Vibrant’ means full of life and energy. The given passage states that the dense vegetation of the jungle creates a vibrant and complex ecosystem. Hence, ‘vibrant’ is the most appropriate answer.

  2. 3492AIIMSEnglish 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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    The Amazon rainforest is an awe-inspiring natural wonder that (605)_______across several South American countries, including Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and Ecuador. Covering an (606)______area of 5.5 million square kilometres, it is the largest tropical rainforest on Earth. The Amazon jungle is (607)_______ for its remarkable biodiversity, harbouring an astonishing array of plant and animal species that are still being discovered and studied. The dense vegetation of the jungle creates a (608)________and complex ecosystem, supporting countless species and providing crucial ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration and climate regulation. It is also home to (609)_______communities that have thrived within its rich confines for centuries, preserving their traditions and deep connection to the land.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 609.

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    Correct option: A — indigenous

    Indigenous ‘Indigenous’ means belonging to the original inhabitants of a particular place. The given passage states that the forest is also home to indigenous communities that have thrived within its rich confines for centuries. Hence, ‘indigenous’ is the most appropriate answer.

  3. 3493AIIMSEnglish 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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    South Korea is the most cosmetically (610)______ country on Earth. Beauty editors estimate that it is because of the government’s heavy investment (611)______ industry. It is ahead of its competitors, and its citizens (612)_____ twice as much on skincare products as consumers in the United States, the UK, and France. Korean shoppers are (613)______ the world’s most discerning. Eight out of 10 Korean women in their 20s and 30s use an app that (614)_____ like cosmetics-specific, to debate the merits of various common ingredients.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 610.

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    Correct option: B — advanced

    advanced ‘Advanced’ means highly developed. The given passage states that South Korea is the most cosmetically advanced country on Earth. Hence, ‘advanced’ is the most appropriate answer.

  4. 3494AIIMSEnglish 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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    South Korea is the most cosmetically (610)______ country on Earth. Beauty editors estimate that it is because of the government’s heavy investment (611)______ industry. It is ahead of its competitors, and its citizens (612)_____ twice as much on skincare products as consumers in the United States, the UK, and France. Korean shoppers are (613)______ the world’s most discerning. Eight out of 10 Korean women in their 20s and 30s use an app that (614)_____ like cosmetics-specific, to debate the merits of various common ingredients.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 611.

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    Correct option: B — in the

    in the Preposition 'in' is used to indicate the presence or specific location of something within a certain place or condition. Hence, 'in the' is the most appropriate answer.

  5. 3495AIIMSEnglish 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

    South Korea is the most cosmetically (610)______ country on Earth. Beauty editors estimate that it is because of the government’s heavy investment (611)______ industry. It is ahead of its competitors, and its citizens (612)_____ twice as much on skincare products as consumers in the United States, the UK, and France. Korean shoppers are (613)______ the world’s most discerning. Eight out of 10 Korean women in their 20s and 30s use an app that (614)_____ like cosmetics-specific, to debate the merits of various common ingredients.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 612.

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    Correct option: D — spend

    spend The given passage states that citizens of South Korea spend twice as much on skincare products as consumers in the United States, the UK, and France. Hence, ‘spend’ is the most appropriate answer.

  6. 3496AIIMSEnglish 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

    South Korea is the most cosmetically (610)______ country on Earth. Beauty editors estimate that it is because of the government’s heavy investment (611)______ industry. It is ahead of its competitors, and its citizens (612)_____ twice as much on skincare products as consumers in the United States, the UK, and France. Korean shoppers are (613)______ the world’s most discerning. Eight out of 10 Korean women in their 20s and 30s use an app that (614)_____ like cosmetics-specific, to debate the merits of various common ingredients.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 613.

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    Correct option: D — perhaps

    perhaps ‘Perhaps’ means maybe or possibly. The given passage states that Korean shoppers are perhaps the world’s most discerning. Hence, ‘perhaps’ is the most appropriate answer.

  7. 3497AIIMSEnglish 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

    South Korea is the most cosmetically (610)______ country on Earth. Beauty editors estimate that it is because of the government’s heavy investment (611)______ industry. It is ahead of its competitors, and its citizens (612)_____ twice as much on skincare products as consumers in the United States, the UK, and France. Korean shoppers are (613)______ the world’s most discerning. Eight out of 10 Korean women in their 20s and 30s use an app that (614)_____ like cosmetics-specific, to debate the merits of various common ingredients.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 614.

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    Correct option: B — functions

    functions ‘Functions’ means to perform a particular task or action. The given passage states that eight out of 10 Korean women in their 20s and 30s use an app that functions like cosmetics-specific. Hence, ‘functions’ is the most appropriate answer.

  8. 3498AIIMSEnglish 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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    Discrimination refers to the inequitable or (615)________ treatment of individuals or collectives on the basis of attributes such as ethnicity, sex, age and sexual orientation. Studies have indicated that the perception of discrimination can (616)________ a series of stress-induced alterations in an individual's mental, physiological and behavioural responses. The experience of stress is known to elicit unfavourable emotional reactions, including but not limited to (617)________, despair and resentment. Furthermore, anxiety has been linked to a rise in health-compromising behaviours such as smoking, drinking and (618)________ drug use, while simultaneously causing a (619)________ in health-promoting activities such as quality sleep and vigorous exercise.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 615.

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    Correct option: B — biased

    Biased ‘Biased’ means treating someone unfairly based on personal opinions. The given passage states that discrimination refers to the inequitable or biased treatment of individuals or collectives based on ethnicity, sex, age and sexual orientation. Hence, ‘biased’ is the most appropriate answer.

  9. 3499AIIMSEnglish 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

    Discrimination refers to the inequitable or (615)________ treatment of individuals or collectives on the basis of attributes such as ethnicity, sex, age and sexual orientation. Studies have indicated that the perception of discrimination can (616)________ a series of stress-induced alterations in an individual's mental, physiological and behavioural responses. The experience of stress is known to elicit unfavourable emotional reactions, including but not limited to (617)________, despair and resentment. Furthermore, anxiety has been linked to a rise in health-compromising behaviours such as smoking, drinking and (618)________ drug use, while simultaneously causing a (619)________ in health-promoting activities such as quality sleep and vigorous exercise.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 616.

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    Correct option: D — trigger

    Trigger ‘Trigger’ means to spark a response, especially a negative emotional response. The given passage states that perception of discrimination can trigger a series of stress related changes in an individual's responses. Hence, ‘trigger’ is the most appropriate answer.

  10. 3500AIIMSEnglish 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

    Discrimination refers to the inequitable or (615)________ treatment of individuals or collectives on the basis of attributes such as ethnicity, sex, age and sexual orientation. Studies have indicated that the perception of discrimination can (616)________ a series of stress-induced alterations in an individual's mental, physiological and behavioural responses. The experience of stress is known to elicit unfavourable emotional reactions, including but not limited to (617)________, despair and resentment. Furthermore, anxiety has been linked to a rise in health-compromising behaviours such as smoking, drinking and (618)________ drug use, while simultaneously causing a (619)________ in health-promoting activities such as quality sleep and vigorous exercise.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 617.

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    Correct option: D — anxiety

    Anxiety ‘Anxiety’ means a feeling of unease or worry. The given passage states that the experience of stress is known to cause unfavourable emotional reactions, including but not limited to anxiety, despair and resentment. Hence, ‘anxiety’ is the most appropriate answer.

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