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Directions (76-80): Read the cloze passage and answer the following question:

Swimming is one of the most popular recreational and competitive activities worldwide, valued for both its fitness benefits and its ability to provide relaxation. Unlike many forms of exercise, swimming is (1) low-impact, making it ideal for people of all ages and fitness levels. The buoyancy of water supports the body, reducing strain on joints while still ____(3) resistance to build muscle strength and endurance.

Beyond its physical advantages, swimming is also a valuable life skill. Knowing how to swim can be (2) "life-saving" in emergencies and helps individuals enjoy other water-based activities such as boating, diving, and surfing. Competitive swimming, on the other hand, demands rigorous training, discipline, and excellent technique.

Different strokes freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly engage various muscle groups and require distinct breathing patterns. Regular swimming improves cardiovascular health, increases lung capacity, and promotes overall well-being. It's also an effective way to reduce stress, as the rhythmic movements and sensation of being in water can have a calming effect on the mind.

However, safety is crucial. Swimmers should always be aware of ____(4) environment, whether in pools, lakes, or the ocean, and follow proper safety guidelines. Learning under supervision ____(5) using appropriate gear ensures a safe and enjoyable experience.

In the passage, what does "low-impact" most nearly mean?

The phrase "life-saving" most nearly means:

Choose the correct form of verb: (3)
The buoyancy of water supports the body, reducing strain on joints while still ____(3) resistance to build muscle strength and endurance.

Choose the correct pronoun: (4)
Swimmers should always be aware of ____(4) environment, whether in pools, lakes, or the ocean, and follow proper safety guidelines.

Choose the correct conjunction: (5)
Learning under supervision ____(5) using appropriate gear ensures a safe and enjoyable experience.

Rearrange the following sentence parts to form a meaningful and grammatically correct paragraph:

P. He presented his diagnosis and suggested a course of treatment with assurance.
Q. In order to search for particular markers, he ordered a number of imaging scans and blood tests.
R. He went over all the information, comparing it to what he knew about medicine.
S. As the patient explained their symptoms, the doctor paid close attention.

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

"A family name derived from the name of a father or ancestor, typically a surname"

Choose the option that is the most appropriate conversion of the following sentence into Direct Speech.

The interviewer asked me why I had left my previous job.

The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don't find any error, mark 'No error' as your answer.

To court a broader audience, the campaign highlighted the most unique features of the device, claiming that no comparable product has ever achieved such singular efficiency in independent tests across continental markets.

Choose the alternative which gives the correct meaning of the given idiom or phrase.

Read somebody the Riot Act

Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word:

He used a hand file to smooth the metal's rough edges.

Choose the option that is the most appropriate conversion of the following sentence into Direct Speech.

He said that he had been waiting for that opportunity for years.

Which word is nearest in meaning to 'demonstrating'?

This trend is already booming in China, demonstrating significant potential globally.

Each of the following sentences is divided into groups. Select the part (group) corresponding to the mistake.

When I see the spot (A)/ I am reminded of an unique incident (B)/ that took place (C)/ several years ago. (D)

Choose the option that is the most appropriate conversion of the following sentence into Direct Speech.

The teacher reminded the students to submit their assignments by Friday.

Choose the most suitable preposition from the given options to fill in the blank in the following sentence:

The footfall has gone up ________ ten percent.

What does the idiom "the best of both worlds" typically mean?

Which word can best replace ingenuity?

The ancient Egyptians demonstrated remarkable ingenuity in their architectural designs.

Given below are six sentences taken from a paragraph. The first and the last sentences are numbered S1 and S2 and are placed in the first and last positions respectively and are fixed in their positions. The other four sentences between the first and last sentences are jumbled up and are numbered A, B, C, and D. Rearrange the jumbled sentences in a logical sequence keeping the unity and coherence of the paragraph intact. Choose the correct alternative that best describes the sequence.

S1: An old man came up to me in the fog.
A. The people here call him insane.
B. I know him well.
C. He lives alone in a little house buried deep in the forest and has a small dog he carries always in his arms.
D. "He is a little cracked," they say.
S2: On many mornings I have met him walking on the road and he has told me of men and women who were his brothers and sisters, his cousins, aunts, uncles, brothers-in-law.

Change the following sentence into the Active form.

The decision will have been announced before the meeting concludes.

Fill in the blank with the correctly spelt word.

The scientist was known for her ________ adherence to ethical standards.

Select the correctly spelt word out of the four alternatives.

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Adamant

Select the wrongly spelt word out of the four alternatives.

Choose the option that is the most appropriate conversion of the following sentence into Active Voice.

A table was reserved for the family at the restaurant.