Comprehension


Direction: Read the following passages carefully and choose the most appropriate answer to the question out of the four alternatives.
Passage
Is there any difference between “genius” and “talent” ? We generally feel that a man of genius is in some way higher than a man of talent; and that talented men are more common than genius. This is true, but it is rather vague. Genius implies “very extraordinary gifts or native powers, especially as displayed in original creation, discovery, expression or achievement; phenomenal capacity regarded as relatively independent of instruction and training”. Talent, on the other hand, consists of “mental endowments or capacities of superior character; marked mental ability“. “Talent” is more the capacity to learn to do a thing well; but “genius” is an inborn inspiration that drives a man to do a thing with original excellence. As Meredith said, “Genius does what it must, and talent does what it can”. Shakespeare in drama and poetry, Issac Newton in science, Napoleon in war, Beethoven in music, were geniuses; many well-known poets, scientists, generals and musicaians have been men of talent.

  1. A genius is a man with _____ ideas.









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    original

    Correct Option: B

    original


  1. What is the general view of a “genius” and a “talented” man?









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    A genius is superior to the man of talent and that talented men are more common than genius.

    Correct Option: C

    A genius is superior to the man of talent and that talented men are more common than genius.



Direction: Read the following passages carefully and choose the most appropriate answer to the question out of the four alternatives.
Passage
The Eiffel Tower is an iron lattice tower located on the Champ de Mars in Paris. It was named after the engineer Gustave Eiffel, whose company designed and built the tower. Erected in 1889, it was initially criticised by some of France's leading artists and intellectuals for its design, but has become both a global cultural icon of France and one of the most recognisable structures in the world. The tower is the tallest structure in Paris and the most visited monument in the world; 6.98 million people ascended it in 2011. The tower received its 250 millionth visitor in 2010. The tower is 324 metres, about the same height as an 81-storey building. During its construction, the Eiffel Tower surpassed the washington Monument to assume the title of the tallest man-made structure in the world. The tower has three levels for visitors, with restaurants on the first and second. Tickets can be purchased to ascend by stairs or lift to the first and second levels. Although there are stairs to the third and highest level, these are usually closed to the public and it is generally only accessible by lift. As a global landmark, the Eiffel Tower is featured in media including films, video games, and television shows.

  1. Which statement truly reflects the status of the Eiffel Tower?









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    The Eiffel Tower features prominently in popular culture.

    Correct Option: A

    The Eiffel Tower features prominently in popular culture.


  1. Why is 2010 considered a significant year?









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    A year marked by a landmark achievement in French tourism.

    Correct Option: C

    A year marked by a landmark achievement in French tourism.



  1. Select the most appropriate answer from the passage.









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    The Eiffel Tower was criticised at the beginning by the French intellectuals and artists.

    Correct Option: D

    The Eiffel Tower was criticised at the beginning by the French intellectuals and artists.