Direction: In the following passage, some of the words have been left out, each of which is indicated by a number.
Find the suitable word from the options given against each number and fill up the blanks with appropriate words to make the paragraph meaningfully complete. Many of us have a wide variety of responsibilities- familial, employment, educational, social – most of us even have all at the same time. Considering all our duties and the fact that time management is a (A) factor in our mental health, we cannot (B) to ignore any of them. If we plan our time better, we not only get more done, we are more efficient, satisfied and (C) yet relaxed; we are less likely to procrastinate over time. We experience less stress and more self-confidence and self-esteem. Put simply, this way we can attain (D) and reach our goals easily. To do this, firstly it is important to identify what your personal obstacles are. Then write a to-do list of what needs to be done. Start with the most to least important. (E) your work based on your values. Sometimes we won’t get everything done, but if we get the right things done, your day has a good ending. Keep in mind that time management is not about doing everything that needs to be done, at all costs but rather using appropriate time (F). Finally, remember to take a break and know your (G) for stress. Overworking is counterproductive and more often than not results in burnout. Remember, it doesn’t matter what the tasks are, learning to better manage your time to do them will result in less stress and more focus, productivity, efficiency and (in the end) relaxation.

(A) Find out the appropriate word in each case.

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.

The doctor bade me taking the medicine immediately after breakfast.

Choose the correct alternative which will improve the part of the sentence given in quotes.

 Sumithra 'would have missed' the cab if she had not hurried.

Recognise the erroneous part in the given sentence and choose the most appropriate answer from the options given to ensure a meaningful sentence.

As she kept walking to me, my heart skipped a beat.

Direction: In the given statement some words have been highlighted. These words may not be at the correct place making the sentence grammatically and contextually incorrect. Choose the option which represents the correct sequence of words, which will make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. If the sentence is correct as it is choose ‘E’ i.e. ‘No rearrangement required’ as your answer.

 Coco Chanel’s great comfortable (A) to fashion was to make clothes elegant and functioning (B) for a person contribution (C) in a rule bound public sphere.

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence.
 He is an excessively enthusiastic and strict follower of Judaism.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number

Temptations of one kind or another lure everyone. The important thing is (1)______ them from gaining a foothold in our (2)______. As soon as we detect the first (3)______ of temptation, we should become watchful and (4)______ our attention to good or noble thoughts. (5)______ we wait till the temptation becomes too (6)______, we are likely to fall. Playing with the temptation (7)______ to welcoming it. In fact, the safest (8)______ is to avoid situations in which we may be tempted. If, (9)______ all our care, a temptation becomes severe, we (10)______ not get upset or disappointed, but turn to a good friend for advice and help.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 7

Given below are four jumbled sentences. Select the option that gives their correct order.

A. Kunming, the Spring City, is the largest city in the Yunnan province of China.

B. It is the political, economic, communication and cultural centre of Yunnan.

C. Kunming has pleasant weather and picturesque views.

D. Owing to the standard of life and favourable climate, the city has been ranked among the best cities to live in China.