Reading Comprehension Practice Set For MBA
Questions and Answers
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Answer the given questions based on the given paragraph:I felt the wall of the tunnel shiver. The master alarm squealed through my earphones. Almost simultaneously, Jack yelled down to me that there was a warning light on. Fleeting but spectacular sights snapped into and out of view, the snow, the shower of debris, the moon, looming close and big, the dazzling sunshine for once unfiltered by layers of air. The last twelve hours before re-entry were particular bone-chilling. During this period, I had to go up in to command module.Which one of the following reasons would one consider as more as possible for the warning lights to be on?
- A.
There was a shower of debris
- B.
Jack was yelling
- C.
A catastrophe was imminent
- D.
The moon was looming close and big
Correct Answer
C. A catastrophe was imminentExplanation
Based on the given paragraph, the correct answer is "A catastrophe was imminent." This can be inferred from the description of the events leading up to the warning lights being on, such as the wall of the tunnel shivering, the master alarm squealing, and the spectacular sights including the shower of debris. These details suggest that something dangerous or disastrous is about to happen, indicating that a catastrophe is imminent.Rate this question:
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Answer the given questions based on the given paragraph:I felt the wall of the tunnel shiver. The master alarm squealed through my earphones. Almost simultaneously, Jack yelled down to me that there was a warning light on. Fleeting but spectacular sights snapped into and out of view, the snow, the shower of debris, the moon, looming close and big, the dazzling sunshine for once unfiltered by layers of air. The last twelve hours before re-entry were particular bone-chilling. During this period, I had to go up in to command module.The statement that the dazzling sunshine was "for once unfiltered by layers of air" means
- A.
That the sun was very hot
- B.
That there was no strong wind
- C.
That the air was unpolluted
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
D. None of the aboveExplanation
The statement that the dazzling sunshine was "for once unfiltered by layers of air" means that the astronaut was able to see the sunshine without any obstruction or interference from the atmosphere. This suggests that the astronaut was in space, outside of the Earth's atmosphere, where there is no air or pollution to filter the sunlight. Therefore, none of the options provided (very hot sun, no strong wind, unpolluted air) accurately describe the meaning of the statement.Rate this question:
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Answer the given questions based on the given paragraph:I felt the wall of the tunnel shiver. The master alarm squealed through my earphones. Almost simultaneously, Jack yelled down to me that there was a warning light on. Fleeting but spectacular sights snapped into and out of view, the snow, the shower of debris, the moon, looming close and big, the dazzling sunshine for once unfiltered by layers of air. The last twelve hours before re-entry were particular bone-chilling. During this period, I had to go up in to command module.The word 'Command Module' used twice in the given passage indicates perhaps that it deals with
- A.
An alarming journey
- B.
A commanding situation
- C.
A journey into outer space
- D.
A frightful battle
Correct Answer
C. A journey into outer spaceExplanation
The word 'Command Module' used twice in the passage suggests that the passage is about a journey into outer space. The mention of the master alarm, warning light, and the spectacular sights such as the moon and dazzling sunshine all indicate that the passage is describing an experience in space.Rate this question:
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Answer the given questions based on the given paragraph:I felt the wall of the tunnel shiver. The master alarm squealed through my earphones. Almost simultaneously, Jack yelled down to me that there was a warning light on. Fleeting but spectacular sights snapped into and out of view, the snow, the shower of debris, the moon, looming close and big, the dazzling sunshine for once unfiltered by layers of air. The last twelve hours before re-entry were particular bone-chilling. During this period, I had to go up in to command module.What would be the antonym for the word “Looming” used in the paragraph?
- A.
Distant
- B.
Approaching
- C.
Closer
- D.
None of these
Correct Answer
A. DistantExplanation
The antonym for the word "looming" used in the paragraph would be "distant". This is because "looming" suggests something appearing or approaching in a threatening or imposing way, while "distant" implies something far away or not close in proximity.Rate this question:
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Answer the given questions based on the given paragraph:I felt the wall of the tunnel shiver. The master alarm squealed through my earphones. Almost simultaneously, Jack yelled down to me that there was a warning light on. Fleeting but spectacular sights snapped into and out of view, the snow, the shower of debris, the moon, looming close and big, the dazzling sunshine for once unfiltered by layers of air. The last twelve hours before re-entry were particular bone-chilling. During this period, I had to go up in to command module.What would be the appropriate title for the paragraph?
- A.
That night in the tunnel
- B.
The tunnel
- C.
Never seen before
- D.
Warning light
Correct Answer
A. That night in the tunnelExplanation
The paragraph describes a specific event that occurred in a tunnel, with the narrator experiencing various sights and sensations. The phrase "That night in the tunnel" captures the essence of the paragraph and would be an appropriate title.Rate this question:
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