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Please read the following passage and select answer the following question:

Dickens was born on February 7, 1812 in Portsmouth, on the southern coast of England. His father, John Dickens, was a naval clerk who dreamed of becoming rich and his mother Elizabeth Barrow, aspired to be a teacher and school director. Dickens was regarded as the literary colossus of his age. The term Dickensian is used to describe something that is reminiscent of Dickens, such as poor social conditions or comically repulsive characters.

Charles Dickens was a

Poet

English Writer

Dutch Writer

Spanish Writer

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The passage says: "she described her homeland and relatives there, residing in the small town of Zabul and extended family in Mashhad."  

This clearly indicates that Zabul was her homeland, while Mashhad is where her extended family lived.

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Reading Comprehension: Recent advances in science and technology have made it possible for geneticists to find out abnormalities in the unborn fetus and take remedial action to rectify some defects which should otherwise prove to be fatal to the child. Through genetic engineering is still at its infancy, scientist can now predict with greater accuracy a genetic disorder. It is not yet an exact science since they are not in a position to predict when exactly a genetic disorder will set in. while they heave not yet been also to change the genetic order of the gene in germs, they are optimistic and are holding out that in the near future they might be successful in achieving this feat they have however, acquired the ability in manipulating tissue cells. However, Genetic misinformation can sometimes be damaging for it may adversely affect people psychologically. Genetic information may lead to a tendency to brand some people as inferiors. Genetic information can therefore be abused and its application in deciding the sex of the fetus and its subsequent abortion is now hotly debated on ethical lines. But on this issue geneticists cannot be squarely blamed through this charge has often been leveled at hem. It is mainly a societal problem. At present genetic engineering is costly process of detecting disorders but scientist hoped to reduce the cost when technology becomes more advanced. This is why much progress in this area has been possible in scientifically advanced and rich country like the U.S.A, U K and Japan. It remains to be seen if in the future this science will lead to this development of a race of supermen or will be able to obliterate disease from this world.

1. Which of the following is the same is meaning as the phrase "holding out" as used in passage?

Expounding

2. According to the passage the question of abortion is ______?

Hotly debated

3. Which of the following is true regarding the reasons for progress in genetic engineering?

Economically sound and scientifically advanced countries can provide the infrastructure for such research

4. Which of the following is same in meaning as the word "obliterate" as used in passage?

Eradicate

5. Which of the following is the opposite in meaning to the word "charged" as used in the passage?

Discharged

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Passage: Doctors are people who examine other people in their clinics. When patients visit them, the doctors follow a certain procedure. They take the pulse, thumb the chest and listen to the heart beats through stethoscope and perhaps miniature rubber tyre is put around the patient's arm is blow down up to check what is called blood pressure.

Who are other people whom doctors examine? Patients

Patients visit doctors means? They visit their homes

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Passage

Once upon a time there was cap seller who used to go to other towns to sell caps. One day he was going to a town. There happened to be a forest on his way he decided to have a short nap under a shady tree as he felt tired. He placed his bundles of caps beside him as he lay down he feel a sleep.

There lived monkeys in that forest the monkeys are mischievous creature they came down when they saw the cap seller sleeping.

They started picking the caps from the bundle the monkeys wore caps and started playing jumping, here and there.

When the cap seller wake up he found all the caps missing the bundle was lying empty seeing this he became worried as ware the caps had gone.

اوپر دیے گے پیرے کو پڑھیں اور نیچے دیے گے سوالات کے جواب دیں 

Q.1 Why did the cap seller decide to take a short nap?

A.      He was hungry.

B.      He was lazy.

C.      He was tired.

D.      He had sold all the caps so decided to take rest.

Q.2 Where did he place the bundle of caps before lying down?

A.      On a nearby tree

B.      Under a heavy stone

C.       In a cave

D.      Beside him

Q.3 Why did the cap seller become worried when he woke up?

A.   His money was stolen

B.   He had forgotten the way to the town

C.    His caps were missing

D.   He was late.

Q.4 Which characteristic of monkeys is mentioned in the paragraph?

A.   Shy

B.   Cruel

C.    Naughty

D.   Creative

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Passage for Reading & Comprehension: The social media has both pros and cons. One can reap many benefits from it. But it is important to see how one can minimize its harmful effects. The ills of social media can be mitigated if we follow certain basic rules. These include, among others, fixing a time limit for using the social media and following the limit strictly. Also, one should be discreet when selecting online products or responding to online offers of jobs and other opportunities. Moreover, creating a balance between study time and physical activities can help in addressing academic and health-related concerns. Further, sparing time for family and friends, and not indulging too much in self-portrayal can have a positive impact on one’s life. Also, it is important to share only authentic and verified news and content so that no inconvenience is caused to you or your friends. In today’s times, giving up the social media may not be a realistic option. A prudent user can benefit a lot from the positive aspects of the social media. While its negative aspects, and not staying away from them, can make one a victim of its adverse effects. Used appropriately, the social media can be a good resource, used inappropriately, it can cause considerable harm.

1. One can get many benefits from ______? Social media

2. One can easily curb the effects of social media by following certain _____? Rules

3. Study time and physical activities require proper balance to deal with study and _____? Health

4. To spread any news which is not verified will cause ______? Inconvenience

5. Social media can be used effectively by a user who is _____? Prudent

6. Use of social media appropriately can be a good _____? Resource

7. The similar meaning of the word ‘prudent’ is _____? Sensible

Prudent means سمجھداری

Sensible means سمجھدار

8. The opposite meaning of the word ‘inconvenience’ is _____? Pleasure

Inconvenience means تکلیف

Pleasure means خوشی

9. In the current time, to give up using social media is not a ______? Realistic Option

10. To avoid indulge too much in self-portrayal and giving time to family and friends will have ______? Positive impact

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Passage for Reading & Comprehension: The dignity of work emphasizes the importance of respecting all types of labour. Regardless of how simple and labour-intensive it may seem. No matter how menial it is, every job contributes to society's well-being in its own way and deserves dignity and respect. Akhtar, a wealthy boy, is reluctant to participate in social service activities at school, feeling that cleaning and dusting are beneath his honour and dignity. So, he was cross. His uncle reminds him of the importance of hard work through influential stories of the Holy Prophet (PBUH), his companions, his fellow men, his family members and other notable personalities. This lesson explores the idea that dignity in work is related to the tasks we perform and to the fair treatment of others. Ultimately, the lesson encourages a mindset of gratitude and respect for all workers in society.

1. The similar meaning of the word 'dignity' is?

Nobility means شرافت

Dignity means وقار

2. The similar meaning of the word 'menial' is?

Humble means عاجز

Menial means عاجز

3. The similar meaning of the word 'contribute' is?

Give means شراکت کریں

Contribute means شراکت کریں

4. The opposite meaning of the word 'reluctant' is?

Willing means راضی

Reluctant means ہچکچاہٹ

5. The opposite meaning of the word 'beneath' is?

Above means اوپر

Beneath means نیچے

6. Dignity of work emphasizes the importance of _____?

Respect

7. Every job contributes to the well-being of _____?

Society

8. Akhtar, a wealthy boy, is reluctant to participate in ______?

Social service

9. Akhtar feels that tasks like cleaning and dusting are beneath his honour and ______?

Dignity

10. His uncle told him the influential stories about ______?

Holy Prophet (PBUH)

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Passage for Reading & Comprehension: Caliph Haroon-Ur-Rasheed was a wise Muslim king of Baghdad. One day, when he was holding court, Qazi of the city brought up a disputed case. Two people claimed a horse. One was a beggar, while the other was a rich man. Qazi was unable to decide the case, so he brought it before the caliph for a decision. The Caliph asked the rich man to present facts. The rich man told him that while he was riding to the city on the horse, the lame fellow requested him to lift him up to the city gate. When they reached the city gate, the beggar refused to get down and claimed that the horse was his. Then the beggar told his story. As he rode his horse to the city that morning, he said that the rich man tried to borrow his horse. As he was a stranger to him, he could not lend him his horse, so he gave him a ride up to the city gate. On reaching the city gate, the rich man refused to get down and claimed that the horse was his. The Caliph asked them to touch the horse one by one. At first, the beggar touched the horse. On his touch, it winced; the horse expressed its pleasure by neighing when the rich man touched it. The caliph made his decision that the horse belonged to the rich man.

1. The similar meaning of the word ‘wise’ is?

Clever means ہوشیار

Wise means عقلمند

2. The similar meaning of the word ‘dispute’ is?

Clash means تصادم

Dispute means تنازعہ

3. The similar meaning of the word ‘rich’ is?

Wealthy means دولت مند

Rich means امیر

4. The opposite meaning of the word ‘refuse’ is?

Allow means اجازت

Refuse means انکار

5. The opposite meaning of the word ‘pleasure’ is?

Sorrow means غم

Pleasure means خوشی

6. The horse’s reaction when the rich man touched it _______?

Neighed

7. The horse’s reaction when the beggar touched it ______?

Winced

8. The Muslim king of Baghdad was ______?

Caliph Haroon-Ur-Rasheed

9. The disputed case brought before the Caliph was about ______?

Ownership of a horse

10. The role of the Qazi of the city in the story was ______?

Brought the disputed case

Explanation

Passage for Reading & Comprehension:

With the advent of the internet, the world has become a global village. The interactive websites and applications enable users to create and share information, videos, and original thoughts and ideas. But, more than anything else, social media has revolutionized communication and community. Hence, the speed at which social media users are rising is surprising. However, while social media has numerous advantages, like any other invention, it has disadvantages.

To begin with, social media has changed the concept of community by opening up countless avenues for users to connect with the larger community. Through this virtual medium, the community is no longer our immediate community; it has expanded to include the entire world. People in one part of the globe can actively engage with others across the globe. Also, it has opened new opportunities for students and professionals, who can easily interact with their counterparts in any part of the world and exchange views on matters of mutual interest. Students can also easily interact with educators and researchers in any part of the world and gain from their knowledge and wisdom.

1. The similar meaning of the word 'advent' is?

Arrival means آمد

Advent means آمد

2. The similar meaning of the word 'counterpart' is?

Equal means برابر

Counterpart means ہم منصب

3. The similar meaning of the word 'interactive' is?

Connected means منسلک

Interactive means منسلک

4. The opposite meaning of the word 'surprising' is?

Expected means توقع کی گئی

Surprising means حیرت کی بات

5. The opposite meaning of the word 'countless' is?

Limited means محدود

Countless means ان گنت

6. With the advent of the internet, the world has become a global ______?

Village

7. The interactive websites and applications enable users to share ______?

Information

8. Social media has revolutionized the concept of communication and _______?

Community

9. Another name for social media is _______?

Virtual medium

10. People in one part of the globe can actively engaged with others across the _____?

Globe