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External circumstances cannot dictate inner peace

Individuals often encounter persons whose behaviour challenges patience and principles. These
individuals may slander, belittle efforts, or bask in the glow of pomp. These moments test not only
resolve but also a sense of purpose.

What do you think should be done in such situations? It is tempting to react emotionally, to fight back
against every insult or injustice. Yet this approach often leads to exhaustion, pulling one into a vortex
of negativity. However, another way requires a deeper understanding of oneself and a shift in
perspective.

When confronted with unreasonable people, the first instinct is often to confront or compete. This
‘fight mode’ seems like a natural response: focusing on their every word and action, crafting
rebuttals, and defending oneself. But such a path, while momentarily satisfying, can become an
obsession. It drains energy, clouds judgment, and shifts life’s focus to something external and
temporary.

The Bhagwad Gita offers an alternative perspective rooted in faith and inner transformation. Krishn
speaks of the power of conscious alignment with the Divine, assuring that his grace can overcome
obstacles. The challenge is not to control external circumstances but to redirect energy inward
towards growth, purpose, and trust in the higher plan.

When viewed as a tool for self-improvement rather than a hindrance, adversity transforms into an
opportunity for growth. The unreasonable person, however tricky, becomes like a weight at the gym.
Lifting that weight strengthens resilience and faith. Faith, like a muscle, requires exercise to grow.
Without trials, faith remains untested.

The unreasonable behaviours of others serve as a unique test, pushing one to rely not on ‘the shifting
sands of circumstances’ but on a steady foundation of spiritual connection.

Human nature often gravitates toward negativity. When wronged, it is easy to fall into cycles of blame
and self-pity. These thoughts, repeated over time, create chemical responses in the brain, forming
habits that can be hard to break. This addiction to playing the victim, constantly replaying scenarios
of being wronged, perpetuates negativity.

To break this cycle, the Gita teaches the recognition of true identity as eternal souls connected to the
Supreme. When anchored in this understanding, thoughts shift. The same situation that once evoked
despair now becomes manageable, even meaningful. Faith in this higher Truth rewires thinking,
breaking the addiction to negativity.

Choosing faith and integrity over conflict is not about passivity. It is an act of quiet strength, a
declaration that external circumstances will not dictate inner peace. This path is not without effort but
leads to freedom rooted in knowledge of support from something more significant.

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Krishn assures in the Gita: “To those who are constantly devoted and worship Me with love, I give the
understanding by which they can come to Me.” This assurance invites focus not on solving every
problem but on remaining steadfast in trust and efforts. When the need to control outcomes is
relinquished, and faith is aligned, a peace that surpasses all challenges is found. Unreasonable people
may still exist, and obstacles will arise, but they no longer hold sway over the heart or mind. [Practice]

 Red/blue coloring of words in the sentence indicates subject verb relationship; where ‘red’
denotes ‘subject’ and ‘blue’ denotes ‘verb’.

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Vocabulary
1. Dictate (verb) – Control, Command, Direct, 13. Confront (verb) – Face, Challenge, Oppose,
Govern, Influence Tackle, Address

2. Often (adverb) – Frequently, Repeatedly, 14. Instinct (noun) – Intuition, Impulse, Urge,
Regularly, Commonly, Usually Feeling, Inclination हज

3. Encounter (verb) – Face, Meet, Confront, 15. Craft (verb) – Create, Design, Formulate,
Experience, Come across Devise, Shape

4. Slander (verb) – Defame, Libel, Smear, 16. Rebuttal (noun) – Refutation,

Malign, Discredit Counterargument, Denial, Response,
Rejection
5. Belittle (verb) – Disparage, Diminish,
Undermine, Mock, Devalue 17. Momentarily (adverb) – Briefly,
Temporarily, Fleetingly, For a moment,
6. Bask (in) (verb) – Enjoy, Revel, Delight, Transiently
Relish, Luxuriate
18. Obsession (noun) – Fixation, Compulsion,
7. Pomp (noun) – Splendor, Grandeur, Preoccupation, Mania, Infatuation ज
Display, Show, Magnificence / -
19. Drain (verb) – Deplete, Exhaust, Sap,
Empty, Weaken
8. Resolve (verb) – Decide, Determine, Settle,
20. Cloud (verb) – Obscure, Dim, Shadow, Blur,
Conclude, Solve
Darken
9. Tempt (verb) – Lure, Entice, Attract,
21. Root (in) (verb) – Base, Ground, Establish,
Seduce, Allure
Anchor, Embed ज ज
10. Lead (to) (verb) – Cause, Result in, Bring
22. Alignment (noun) – Agreement, Harmony,
about, Produce, Trigger जह
Coordination, Adjustment, Conformity
11. Exhaustion (noun) – Fatigue, Weariness,
Tiredness, Burnout, Depletion
23. The Divine (noun) – God, Supreme Being,
12. Vortex (noun) – Whirlpool, Spiral, Swirl, Deity, Higher Power, Almighty
Chaos, Turbulence
24. Grace (noun) – Blessing, Favor, Mercy,
Kindness, Elegance

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25. Overcome (verb) – Conquer, Surmount, 36. Eternal (adjective) – Everlasting, Immortal,
Defeat, Master, Prevail over Perpetual, Timeless, Endless

26. Hindrance (noun) – Obstacle, Barrier, 37. The Supreme (noun) – God, Almighty,
Impediment, Hurdle, Blockage Divine, Creator, Higher Power

27. Adversity (noun) – Hardship, Difficulty, 38. Anchor (verb) – Secure, Fix, Ground,
Misfortune, Challenge, Trouble Stabilize, Fasten

28. Tricky (adjective) – Difficult, Complicated, 39. Evoke (verb) – Elicit, Provoke, Stir, Arouse,
Complex, Challenging, Problematic Inspire

29. Strengthen (verb) – Reinforce, Fortify, 40. Despair (noun) – Hopelessness,

Boost, Enhance, Intensify ज Desperation, Misery, Anguish, Sorrow

30. Resilience (noun) – Endurance, Toughness,

Flexibility, Strength, Fortitude 41. Integrity (noun) – Honesty, Morality,
Virtue, Uprightness, Rectitude
31. The shifting sands (noun) – Instability,
Uncertainty, Changeability, Flux, 42. Passivity (noun) – Inactivity, Indifference,
Unpredictability Apathy, Submissiveness, Inertia

32. Steady (adjective) – Stable, Constant, Firm, 43. Assure (verb) – Guarantee, Promise,
Consistent, Unwavering Reassure, Confirm, Ensure

33. Gravitate (verb) – Move, Drift, Tend, Lean, 44. Steadfast (adjective) – Loyal, Firm,
Incline ह Resolute, Unwavering, Dedicated

34. Play the victim (phrase) – Complain, 45. Relinquish (verb) – Surrender, Abandon,
Whine, Blame, Lament, Feel sorry for Renounce, Give up, Yield
oneself
46. Surpass (verb) – Exceed, Outdo, Outshine,
35. Recognition (noun) – Acknowledgment, Transcend, Eclipse
Acceptance, Appreciation, Validation,
Approval 47. Hold sway (phrase) – Dominate, Control,
Influence, Prevail, Rule

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Summary of the Editorial

1. Inner Peace is Independent of External Circumstances: External challenges, such as difficult
people or situations, do not have to dictate one's inner peace.
2. Challenging Behaviors Test Resolve: Encounters with unreasonable individuals who slander,
belittle, or act arrogantly test patience, principles, and purpose.
3. Emotional Reactions are Tempting but Exhausting: Reacting emotionally to insults or
injustices may feel satisfying initially but often leads to exhaustion and negativity.
4. Fight Mode is Natural but Draining: Confronting or competing with unreasonable people may
seem instinctive, but it can become obsessive, draining energy and clouding judgment.
5. Bhagavad Gita’s Perspective: The Gita emphasizes inner transformation and alignment with
the Divine, focusing on growth and trust in a higher plan rather than controlling external
circumstances.
6. Adversity as a Tool for Growth: Challenges can be reframed as opportunities for self-
improvement, strengthening resilience and faith.
7. Faith Requires Testing: Like a muscle, faith grows stronger through trials and adversity.
8. Unreasonable People as Spiritual Tests: Difficult individuals serve as tests to rely on spiritual
connection rather than external circumstances.
9. Human Tendency Toward Negativity: People often fall into cycles of blame, self-pity, and
victimhood, which can become habitual and hard to break.
10. Breaking the Cycle of Negativity: The Gita teaches recognizing one’s true identity as an eternal
soul connected to the Supreme, which shifts perspectives and breaks negative thought
patterns.
11. Faith Rewires Thinking: Anchoring in spiritual understanding transforms despair into
manageable, meaningful experiences.
12. Choosing Faith Over Conflict: Opting for faith and integrity is an act of quiet strength, not
passivity, and preserves inner peace.
13. Effort Leads to Freedom: This path requires effort but results in freedom rooted in spiritual
knowledge and trust.
14. Krishna’s Assurance in the Gita: Devotion and love for the Divine provide understanding and
peace, reducing the need to control outcomes.
15. Peace Beyond Challenges: With faith and trust, unreasonable people and obstacles lose their
power over one’s heart and mind, leading to lasting peace.

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Practice Exercise: SSC Pattern Based

1. What is the tone of the passage? [Editorial Page]
A. Cynical
B. Inspirational
C. Mocking
D. Defensive
2. What is the main theme of the passage?
A. Insisting on direct confrontation to overcome adversity
B. Pursuit of external approval for inner peace
C. Attaining spiritual growth and inner peace through faith
D. Emphasizing material achievements over personal growth
3. Based on the passage, what is the primary reason the author suggests “another way” rather
than responding to negativity with immediate confrontation?
A. It helps in winning external validation.
B. It prevents physical altercations with others.
C. It allows for inner transformation and conserving energy.
D. It fosters a habit of ignoring all challenges.
4. According to the passage, the “unreasonable person” can be viewed like a _________ that
strengthens resilience and faith.
A. mirror
B. weight at the gym
C. competitor
D. billboard
5. Which sacred text does the passage reference as offering an alternative perspective for
dealing with adversity?
A. The Bible
B. The Quran
C. The Bhagwad Gita
D. The Torah
6. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word
A. Surrender
B. Disgust
C. Trifle
D. Consicstent
7. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Ecstatic
A. Interested
B. Happy
C. Angry

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D. Shocked
8. The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains
a phrasal verb error.
Mrs. Premlatha asked / Malini to hand down / all the / payment slips
A. payment slips
B. Mrs. Premlatha asked
C. Malini to hand down
D. all the
9. Select the option that correctly rectifies the underlined spelling error.
The accideent on the highway caused a long traffic jam.
A. acicdent
B. accidnt
C. accident
D. acident
10. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Cultural heritage is the lifeblood of any ________ and serves as a link between generations
A. birthright
B. lethargy
C. believe
D. civilisation
11. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.
The project’s tight deadline and complex requirements made it a grueling task for the team.
A. Inclusive
B. Accessible
C. Empowering
D. Challenging
12. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Energy
A. Speed
B. Power
C. Strife
D. Frailty
13. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.
The detective's job was to discern the truth from the web of lies.
A. Confuse
B. Fabricate
C. Perceive
D. Ignore
14. Select the sentence that has a grammatical error
A. We watches movies every Friday night.
B. The sun rises in the east.

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C. She always eats healthy meals.

D. He works as a software developer
15. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Accepting how wonderful you truly are and incorporating this _______ into your attitude and
personality is perhaps one of the most difficult things to do in life.
A. folly
B. craziness
C. insight
D. glitch
16. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Please listen to all announcements _______.
A. hungrily
B. easily
C. generally
D. attentively
17. Select the most appropriate verb form to fill in the blank.
Arun __________ his bicycle to school every day.
A. riding
B. ride
C. rode
D. rides
18. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
He is _________ tired to finish his homework.
A. to
B. more
C. too
D. Most
19. What does it imply when people say to ‘read between the lines’?
A. To read something fast
B. To skip initial and final lines in a paragraph
C. To avoid detailed information
D. To read with an ability to infer the meaning
20. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
A piece of cake
A. A cake which is sold as a piece
B. A slice of cake for eating
C. A cake that broke into pieces
D. Easy to do or achieve
Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and
select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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My next pet, Ari, was a pigeon. He became convinced that he was not a bird at all and refused
to ____ 1 ___. If he wanted to get on a table or a chair, he stood below it, cooing until
someone picked him up. He would even try to come ____ 2____ walks with us. This, however,
we had to stop for, _____ 3____ you carried him on your shoulder or else you let him walk
behind. If you let him walk, you had to slow down your own ______ 4_____ to suit his, for
should you get too far ahead, you would find him running after you, cooing frantically, his
chest pouted out with ______5_____.
21. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
A. fly
B. file
C. flea
D. read
22. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
A. in
B. by
C. at
D. on
23. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3
A. either
B. ever
C. neither
D. never
24. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
A. piece
B. pace
C. peace
D. space
25. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
A. intimation
B. inclination
C. indignation
D. ignition

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Answers
1. B 2. C 3. C 4. B 5. C 6.D 7. B 8. C 9. C 10. D 11.D 12.B
13. C 14.A 15.C 16.D 17.D 18.C 19.D 20.D 21.A 22.D 23.A 24.B
25. B [Practice Exercise]
Explanations
1. B) Inspirational
The passage motivates readers to see adversity as an opportunity for growth and emphasizes
faith and inner transformation. This positive and encouraging approach makes the tone
inspirational.
A: The passage does not express distrust or a negative, pessimistic view of the situation.
Instead, it offers hope and reassurance.
C: There is no ridicule or scornful tone directed at anyone; the passage urges empathy and
faith.
D: Although the passage discusses dealing with slander or negativity, it does so with calm self-
reflection rather than defensive aggression.
2. C) Attaining spiritual growth and inner peace through faith
The passage underscores relying on faith, inner transformation, and a higher spiritual
understanding to remain at peace despite external challenges.
A: The passage advises against reacting aggressively and emphasizes a more reflective, faith-
oriented approach.
B: The passage explicitly cautions against letting external circumstances dictate inner well-
being.
D: The focus is on spiritual evolution and maintaining integrity, not on acquiring material gains.
3. C) It allows for inner transformation and conserving energy.
The passage emphasizes that constantly fighting back against insults or unreasonable people
drains energy and leads to negativity. Instead, “another way” – focusing inward and aligning
with a higher purpose – fosters personal growth and conserves mental and emotional
resources.
A: The author never suggests seeking “external validation” as a motive; rather, the focus is on
inner peace and growth.
B: The passage does not center on preventing “physical” confrontations; it discusses emotional
and spiritual well-being.
D: The author does not advocate “ignoring all challenges”; instead, one should face them
differently, using faith and introspection.
4. B) weight at the gym
The passage explicitly compares dealing with difficult individuals to lifting a weight at the gym,
suggesting that these challenges, like weights, build strength (resilience) and faith.
A: While a mirror might reflect our flaws, the text specifically likens challenging people to a
“weight,” not a mirror.

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C: The passage mentions not engaging in constant competition but shifting focus inward;
“competitor” contradicts this approach.
D: A “billboard” does not fit the context of strengthening resilience or faith.
5. C) The Bhagwad Gita
The passage explicitly cites the Bhagwad Gita, mentioning “Krishn” and quoting his assurance
about overcoming obstacles through faith and devotion.
6. D) The incorrect spelling is Consicstent ,The correct spelling is Consistent, which means "acting
or done in the same way over time, especially so as to be fair or accurate" (सॊगत, एकरूऩ).
7. B) Ecstatic (adjective) – Extremely happy, overjoyed, elated, jubilant, thrilled. बेहद खश
ु ,
अत्यधिक प्रसन्न
Synonym: Happy (adjective) – Feeling or showing pleasure or contentment, cheerful, joyful,
delighted. खश
ु , प्रसन्न
 Angry (adjective) – Feeling or showing strong annoyance or hostility, enraged, furious.
गस्
ु से में
 Shocked (adjective) – Surprised or upset by something unexpected, astounded,
horrified. है रान, स्तब्ि
 Interested (adjective) – Curious, attentive, fascinated. रुधि रखने वाऱा
8. C) ‘hand down' के फदरे 'hand over' का प्रमोग होगा क्मोंकक 'hand down' का अथथ होता है ककसी चीज़
को वियासत भें दे ना, जफकक महाॉ सॊदबथ है 'payment slips' को सौंऩने का। सही phrasal verb 'hand over'
है , जजसका अथथ है ककसी चीज़ को ककसी के ऩास सौंऩना; जैस—
े The manager asked him to hand over
the documents.
'hand over' will be used instead of 'hand down' because 'hand down' means to pass something
as an inheritance, but here the context is to deliver or give the 'payment slips.' Therefore, the
correct phrasal verb is 'hand over,' which means to deliver something to someone; Like— The
manager asked him to hand over the documents.
9. C) The correct spelling of ‘accideent’ is ‘accident’, which means “an unexpected and
unplanned event or circumstance, especially one resulting in damage or injury.” हादसा,
दघ
ु ट
थ ना।
10. D) 'Civilisation' का use होगा क्मोंकक "civilisation" का अथथ है सभ्मता मा सभाज जो साॊस्कृततक औय
ऐततहाससक धयोहय से प्रबावित होता है । sentence भें mention है कक साॊस्कृततक धयोहय ककसी बी
सभुदाम के सरए जीिनधाया है औय ऩीढ़िमों के फीच एक सेतु के रूऩ भें कामथ कयती है। इस प्रकाय,
'civilisation' महाॉ सही उत्तय है । 'Birthright' का अथथ है जन्भससद्ध अधधकाय, जो इस सॊदबथ भें उऩमुक्त

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नहीॊ है क्मोंकक िाक्म साॊस्कृततक धयोहय की फात कय यहा है , न कक ककसी व्मजक्तगत अधधकाय की।
'Lethargy' का अथथ है आरस्म, जो सॊदबथ से भेर नहीॊ खाता। 'Believe' एक verb है जजसका अथथ है विश्िास
कयना। मह sentence भें noun के स्थान ऩय प्रमोग नहीॊ ककमा जा सकता।
'Civilisation' is the correct choice because it refers to a society or culture influenced by shared
cultural and historical heritage. The sentence states that cultural heritage is the lifeblood of
any group and serves as a bridge between generations, making 'civilisation' the most
appropriate option. 'Birthright' means an inherent right or privilege by birth, which does not
align with the sentence discussing cultural heritage. 'Lethargy' means laziness or lack of
energy, which is unrelated to the context. 'Believe' is a verb meaning to trust or have faith, and
a noun is required in this sentence.
11. D) Grueling (adjective): Extremely tiring and demanding, requiring great effort and
perseverance. अत्मधधक थकाने िारा
Synonym: Challenging (adjective): Testing one’s abilities, demanding effort and skill, difficult
yet stimulating. ककसी की ऺभताओॊ की ऩयीऺा रेने िारा
 Inclusive (adjective): Including all types of people or things, comprehensive. सबी प्रकाय
के रोगों मा चीज़ों को शासभर कयने िारा।
 Accessible (adjective) Easy to approach or use, available. आसानी से उऩमोग मा ऩहुॊचने
मोग्म।
 Empowering (adjective): Giving someone the authority, confidence, or ability to do
something. ककसी को शजक्त, आत्भविश्िास, मा ऺभता प्रदान कयना।
12. B) Energy (noun) – The strength and vitality required for sustained physical or mental activity;
forcefulness, vigor, dynamism. शजक्त, ऊजाथ, फर
Synonym: Power (noun) – The capacity or ability to do something; force, strength, authority.
साभर्थमथ, फर, शजक्त
 Speed – The rate at which someone or something moves; quickness, swiftness,
velocity.
गतत, तेजी
 Strife – Angry or bitter disagreement; conflict, discord, struggle. झगडा, वववाद
 Frailty – The condition of being weak or delicate; fragility, weakness, infirmity. दब
ु ऱ
ब ता,
कमजोरी
13. C) Discern (verb): To recognize or identify something clearly, distinguish, detect, notice.
ऩहचानना, बाॊऩना, अॊतय कयना

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SYNONYM: Perceive (verb): To become aware or conscious of something, to recognize or

realize.
सभझना, भहसस
ू कयना
 Confuse (verb): To make something unclear, to mix up or perplex. भ्रममत करना
 Fabricate (verb): To invent or make up something, often deceitfully. झूठ गढ़ना, बनावट
करना
 Ignore (verb): To pay no attention to, disregard. अनदे खा कयना
14. A) watches' के फदरे 'watch' का use ह क्मोंकक 'We' Subject है जो Plural है औय Present
Indefinite Tense भें Plural Subject के साथ Verb की Base Form का प्रमोग होता है । जैस—
े They play
cricket every evening.
'watch' will be used instead of 'watches' because 'We' is a plural subject, and in Present
Indefinite Tense, the base form of the verb is used with plural subjects. For example— They
play cricket every evening.
15. C) Insight' का use होगा क्मोंकक "insight" का अथथ होता है गहयी सभझ मा दृजटटकोण। इस िाक्म भें कहा
गमा है कक मह सभझना औय उसे अऩने स्िबाि औय व्मजक्तत्ि भें शासभर कयना भुजश्कर है । मह सॊदबथ
"insight" को उऩमक्
ु त फनाता है । जफकक: Folly का अथथ है भख
ू त
थ ा, जो इस सॊदबथ भें उऩमक्
ु त नहीॊ है ।
Craziness का अथथ है ऩागरऩन, जो सॊदबथ के साथ भेर नहीॊ खाता। Glitch का अथथ है तकनीकी खाभी, जो
िाक्म भें फेभेर है ।
'Insight' will be used because it means deep understanding or perspective. The sentence
discusses accepting a wonderful realization about oneself and incorporating it into personality
and attitude, which aligns well with 'insight.' Whereas: Folly means foolishness, which is
irrelevant here. Craziness implies madness, which doesn't fit the context. Glitch means a
technical error, which is mismatched in this scenario.
16. D) "attentively" का use ह क्मोंकक "attentively" का अथथ होता है ध्मानऩूिक
थ । मह िाक्म सॊदबथ भें
कह यहा है कक सबी घोषणाओॊ को ध्मानऩूिक
थ सन
ु ें । महाॊ "attentively" एक adverb के रूऩ भें कामथ कय यहा
है जो "listen" verb को modify कयता है । Hungrily का अथथ है बख
ू के साथ, जो इस सॊदबथ भें अप्रासॊधगक है
क्मोंकक मह बोजन से सॊफॊधधत होता है । Easily का अथथ है आसानी से, रेककन मह verb "listen" को modify
कयने के सरए उऩमुक्त नहीॊ है क्मोंकक सुनने का सॊदबथ 'ध्मान' की भाॊग कयता है। Generally का अथथ है
आभतौय ऩय, रेककन महाॊ specific रूऩ से ध्मान दे ने की आिश्मकता है , इससरए मह कपट नहीॊ होता।
In this sentence, "attentively" will be used because it means to listen with focus or
concentration. The context of the sentence suggests that announcements should be listened
to carefully. Here, "attentively" acts as an adverb modifying the verb "listen." Hungrily means

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with hunger, which is irrelevant here as it pertains to food. Easily means without difficulty, but
it doesn't suit the verb "listen" in this context, which requires focus. Generally means in a
general way, but the context demands specific attention, making it unsuitable.
17. D) Rides' का use ह क्मोंकक मह एक साभान्म आदत (habit) को व्मक्त कयता है । Present Indefinite
Tense भें , जफ subject singular (Arun) होता है , तो verb भें '-s' मा '-es' जोडा जाता है । महाॉ, 'Arun' daily
basis ऩय स्कूर जाता है , जो Present Indefinite का सॊकेत दे ता है।
Rides' is correct because it expresses a habitual action. In the Present Indefinite Tense, when
the subject is singular (Arun), the verb takes an '-s' or '-es' ending. Here, 'Arun' going to school
daily indicates a habitual action fitting the Present Indefinite.
18. C) 'Too' का use ह क्मोंकक 'too' का अथथ है "इतना अधधक कक मह कुछ कयने भें फाधा फन जाए।" महाॉ
sentence भें mention है कक िह इतना थका हुआ है कक अऩना होभिकथ ऩूया नहीॊ कय सकता। मह सॊदबथ भें
बफल्कुर सही फैठता है 'To' का अथथ "की ओय" होता है औय मह infinitive के रूऩ भें बी प्रमोग होता है ,
रेककन मह महाॉ िाक्म का अथथ नहीॊ फनाता। 'More' का अथथ "अधधक" होता है , रेककन मह तुरना कयने के
सरए उऩमोग होता है औय महाॉ इसका कोई स्थान नहीॊ है। 'Most' का अथथ "सफसे अधधक" होता है , रेककन
मह superlative डडग्री भें उऩमोग होता है औय िाक्म भें इसका प्रमोग अनुधचत है ।
Too' will be used because it means "to such an extent that it prevents something from
happening." In this sentence, it conveys that he is so tired that he cannot finish his homework,
which perfectly fits the context. 'To' means "towards" or is used as part of an infinitive, but it
doesn't make sense in this sentence. 'More' means "greater in amount or degree" and is used
for comparisons, which is not applicable here. 'Most' means "the greatest in amount or
degree," used in the superlative form, and is irrelevant in this context.
19. D) read between the lines (Idiom)- To read with an ability to infer the meaning
To understand the hidden or implied meaning behind words or actions.
ह
20. D) A piece of cake (idiom)-Easy to do or achieve – आसान काभ
21. A) 'Fly' use ह "fly" ह ,औ , ह ज ,
ज 'File' ह ज , 'Flea' ज ह,
औ 'Read' ह, ज ह ह
'Fly' should be used because it means to soar or glide in the air, and in the context, the pigeon,
despite being a bird, refused to fly. Whereas, 'File' means to arrange or record, 'Flea' refers to
a parasite, and 'Read' means to interpret written text, none of which fit here.

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22. 'D) On' का use ह क्मोंकक मह ककसी चीज़ ऩय मा ककसी चीज़ के साथ जुडने को दशाथता है । sentece भें
कहा गमा है कक कफूतय हभाये साथ "walks" ऩय आने की कोसशश कयता था। मह फताता है कक िह हभाये
साथ चरते सभम हभाये कॊधे ऩय फैठने का प्रमास कयता था। इससरए, 'on walks' सही विकल्ऩ है । 'In':
"In" का उऩमोग आभतौय ऩय ककसी िस्तु मा स्थान के अॊदय होने के सरए ककमा जाता है , जो महाॉ उऩमक्
ु त
नहीॊ है ।
"By" का अथथ है "ऩास भें " मा "द्िाया," जो इस सॊदबथ भें कपट नहीॊ होता। 'At': "At" स्थान मा सभम को
इॊधगत कयता है , जो "walks" के साथ सही नहीॊ है ।
On' is the correct choice because it denotes being atop or associated with something. The
sentence mentions that the pigeon tried to accompany them on walks. This implies that the
pigeon either wanted to ride "on" their shoulder or physically participate in their walks,
making "on walks" appropriate. 'In': Refers to being inside something, which does not fit the
context here. 'By': Suggests proximity or means, which is not contextually relevant. 'At':
Indicates a location or point in time, which does not align with the idea of walking with them.
23. A) Either' का use महाॉ सही है क्मोंकक िाक्म भें विकल्ऩ ढदए जा यहे हैं: "मा तो आऩ उसे अऩने कॊधे ऩय रे
जाएॉ मा उसे ऩीछे चरने दें ।" 'Either' का उऩमोग जफ दो विकल्ऩ प्रस्तुत कयने के सरए होता है , जैसे कक
महाॉ।
'Ever' का अथथ है "कबी," जो इस सॊदबथ भें कपट नहीॊ होता। 'Neither' का उऩमोग तफ होता है जफ दोनों
विकल्ऩों को नकाया जाता है, जो इस िाक्म भें सही नहीॊ है । 'Never' का अथथ है "कबी नहीॊ," जो इस सॊदबथ
भें अनुधचत है ।
Either' is the correct choice because the sentence provides two options: "either you carried
him on your shoulder, or you let him walk behind." 'Either' is used to present two choices, as it
does here. 'Ever' means "at any time," which does not fit in this context. 'Neither' is used to
negate both options, which is not the case in this sentence. 'Never' means "not at any time,"
which is inappropriate in this context.
24. B) Pace’ का use होगा क्मोंकक इसका अथथ है गतत मा चार। sentence भें कहा गमा है कक मढद आऩ कफूतय
को चरने दे ते हैं, तो आऩको अऩनी गतत उसकी चार के अनस
ु ाय धीभी कयनी होगी। इससरए, ‘pace’ महाॉ
सही उत्तय है। ‘Piece’ का अथथ है टुकडा। मह इस सॊदबथ भें उऩमक्
ु त नहीॊ है क्मोंकक महाॊ गतत की फात हो
यही है, न कक ककसी टुकडे की। ‘Peace’ का अथथ है शाॊतत। मह िाक्म के बाि से भेर नहीॊ खाता क्मोंकक महाॊ
शाॊतत का उल्रेख नहीॊ है । ‘Space’ का अथथ है स्थान। मह सॊदबथ से बटक जाता है क्मोंकक िाक्म भें गतत मा
चार की फात हो यही है , स्थान की नहीॊ।

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‘Pace’ will be used because it means speed or rate of movement. The sentence mentions
slowing down your speed to match the pigeon’s movement. Hence, ‘pace’ is the correct
choice.
‘Piece’ means a part or portion of something. It is inappropriate here as the context is about
speed, not parts. ‘Peace’ means calmness or tranquility. It does not fit because the sentence is
not referring to a peaceful state. ‘Space’ refers to an area or gap. It is irrelevant here as the
focus is on speed, not physical space.
25. C) Indignation" का अथथ होता है नायाजगी मा गुस्सा, विशेषकय जफ ककसी को रगता है कक उनके साथ
गरत व्मिहाय ककमा गमा है। sentence भें फतामा गमा है कक कफत
ू य (pigeon) नायाज होकय दौड यहा है
औय उसका सीना पूरा हुआ है । इससे मह स्ऩटट होता है कक महाॉ 'indignation' का सही उऩमोग होगा।
'Inclination' का अथथ है झुकाि मा प्रिजृ त्त, जो महाॉ कपट नहीॊ फैठता। 'Intimation' का अथथ है सूचना दे ना,
जो िाक्म के बाि के अनुसाय सही नहीॊ है । 'Ignition' का अथथ है आग रगाना मा चारू कयना, जो महाॉ
अनधु चत है ।
'Indignation' means anger or annoyance, particularly due to perceived unfair treatment. The
sentence describes the pigeon running frantically with puffed-out chest, implying indignation.
'Inclination' (a tendency) doesn't fit the context. 'Intimation' (notification) is irrelevant here.
'Ignition' (starting a fire) is contextually inappropriate

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