General English interview questions

The interest rates in the institutional market have come down significantly and at present are in the range of 5.25 to 5.75 percent per annum. However, interest rates on small savings schemes such as the Post Office Saving Scheme, RBI Relief Bonds, Provident Fund and PPF continue to be administered at high levels in relation to market rates. These schemes also have a variety of tax incentives, which result in much higher post tax returns and on the flip side more liability for the government. It is ironic that it is predominantly the urban population (and more often people in the high tax bracket), which is benefiting from high rates and tax benefits. The size of small savings has assumed a significant proportion of financial savings in the country. This has also increased dramatically the debt service burden of both Central and State Government.<br> The interest rate in the institutional market till five years ago was more than 8 percent.

1. Probably false
2. Definitely false
3. Data inadequate
4. Probably true

The interest rates on small savings have decreased considerably during the last few years.

1. Definitely false
2. Definitely true
3. Probably true
4. Probably false

Tax incentives are provided to benefit all sections of the society.

1. Probably true
2. Probably false
3. Definitely true
4. Definitely false

Returns on different Government administered savings schemes are higher for tax-paying individuals.

1. Definitely true
2. Definitely false
3. Probably false
4. Probably true

Before the senior citizen scheme was changed, there were hardly any savings schemes which benefited the retirees.

1. if the inference is ‘definitely false’ i.e., it contradicts the given facts.
2. if you think the inference is ‘definitely true’.
3. if you think the inference is ‘probably true’ though not definitely true in the light of the facts given.
4. if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false.

The scheme for senior citizens is for a limited period only.

1. if you think the inference is ‘definitely true’.
2. if you think the inference is ‘probably true’ though not definitely true in the light of the facts given.
3. if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false.
4. if you think the inference is ‘probably false’ though not definitely false in the light of the facts given.

No other scheme gives as much interest as the Senior Citizens Scheme.

1. if you think the inference is ‘definitely true’.
2. if you think the inference is ‘probably true’ though not definitely true in the light of the facts given.
3. if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false.
4. if you think the inference is ‘probably false’ though not definitely false in the light of the facts given.

All those above 55 years of age are eligible for this scheme.

1. if you think the inference is ‘definitely true’.
2. if the inference is ‘definitely false’ i.e., it contradicts the given facts.
3. if you think the inference is ‘probably true’ though not definitely true in the light of the facts given.
4. if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false.

Pollution amounts to slow murder. Regular exposure to industrial and vehicular pollution leads to life threatening diseases like asthma, heart problems, cancer and various other disorders. Therefore, nobody has the right to pollute, rich or poor. Industrial and vehicular pollution are growing rapidly across the country. It is not just metropolitan centres that are heavily polluted today but also small and medium towns. Pollution is growing faster than the economy. This is because the western technological model, built on heavy use of energy and materials, is an inherently highly toxic model. It produces huge amounts of toxic pollutants, which can be controlled if there is careful choice of technology and there is considerable discipline in its use.<br> The industries which use higher level of energy create more pollution.

1. if the inference is ‘definitely true’ i.e., it directly follows from the facts given in the passage.
2. if the inference is ‘probably true’ through not definitely true in the light of the facts given.
3. if you think the data are inadequate i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false.
4. if you think the inference is ‘definitely false’ i.e., it contradicts the given facts.

The spread of pollution has gathered momentum in the recent past.

1. if the inference is ‘probably true’ through not definitely true in the light of the facts given
2. if the inference is ‘definitely true’ i.e., it directly follows from the facts given in the passage.
3. if you think the interference is ‘probably false’ though not definitely false in the light of the facts given.
4. if you think the inference is ‘definitely false’ i.e., it contradicts the given facts.

Proper planning in use of modern technology leads to less pollution in the environment.

1. if the inference is ‘definitely true’ i.e., it directly follows from the facts given in the passage.
2. if the inference is ‘probably true’ through not definitely true in the light of the facts given.
3. if you think the data are inadequate i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false.
4. if you think the interference is ‘probably false’ though not definitely false in the light of the facts given.

The pollution level in the western world is considerably more than in India.

1. if the inference is ‘definitely true’ i.e., it directly follows from the facts given in the passage.
2. if the inference is ‘probably true’ through not definitely true in the light of the facts given.
3. if you think the data are inadequate i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false.
4. if you think the interference is ‘probably false’ though not definitely false in the light of the facts given.

Are you going to study _____ the afternoon or _____ night?

1. on / on
2. in / on
3. in / at
4. at / in

We have been living in Ankara _____ ten years.

1. until
2. in
3. for
4. since

There were no planes _____ the past.

1. in
2. on
3. over
4. at

She was absorbed _____ an exciting story.

1. in
2. on
3. from
4. of

Our plans may change subject _____ the weather.

1. at
2. over
3. with
4. to

Do you plead guilty _____ stealing the car?

1. to
2. from
3. of
4. with

Siva ran 100 meters ___ 11 seconds.

1. at
2. in
3. on
4. with

Friend

1. Acquaintance
2. Competitor
3. Rival
4. Foe

Thrift

1. Waste
2. Invest
3. Destroy
4. Purchase

Exodus

1. Home-coming
2. Influx
3. Return
4. Restoration

Intricate

1. Straight forward
2. Simple
3. Easy
4. Foolish

Meagre

1. Average
2. Extravagant
3. Excessive
4. Plentiful

Strenuous

1. Unwavering
2. Lazy
3. Unfaltering
4. Irresolute

Evanescent

1. Teasing
2. Twinkling
3. Growing
4. Blooming

Convene

1. Adjourn
2. Cancel
3. Dissolve
4. Postpone

Overweening

1. Clever
2. Humble
3. Miserly
4. Sedate

Disdain

1. Contempt
2. Penitence
3. Admiration
4. Depreciate

There is more bad news of food front. It now appears certain that there will be a shortfall of about 9 million tones in the food production in the current kharif season, which in turn means five million tonnes less than the production achieved in the last kharif season. However, rice procurement may only be partially affected since West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh have had sufficient rainfall while Punjab, the major contributor to the central pool is less dependent on rainfall. Still, the overall availability of rice may go down by more than four million tones. There may be worst news ahead.<br>1. There is no canal water facility in West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh.

1. Definitely false
2. Definitely true
3. Probably true
4. Probably false