Question

From the following select the appropriate word to replace number 46 in the above passage.

• A. Pose
• B. Level
• C. Give
• D. Strike
• E. Form
• A. Heavy
• B. Strong
• C. Happy
• D. Vast
• J. Effective
• A. Free
• B. Manage
• C. Relieve
• D. Delete
• O. Handle
• A. Perish
• B. Ease
• C. Destroy
• D. Prevail
• T. Stop
• A. Assertive
• B. Courageous
• C. Genuine
• D. Mild
• Y. Noble

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The question requires us to select the most suitable word to replace the number 46 in the given comprehension passage. The sentence in question is: "The employees must be able to 46 the right balance among their personal, professional and social life." Here, we need to choose an option that logically fits in the context of maintaining or achieving a balance.

Let's evaluate each option:

• Pose: This word typically means to present or sit in a particular position. It doesn't relate well to balancing aspects of life.
• Level: While this can mean to make something even or flat, in this context, it doesn’t quite convey the idea of achieving balance among multiple facets of life.
• Give: Commonly used to mean provide or administer, which doesn't fit in the context of balancing different aspects of life.
• Strike: This means to achieve or find something, such as a balance, which is exactly what is being described here. It indicates reaching an equilibrium among various life aspects.
• Form: While forming can refer to creating or establishing something, it doesn't quite capture the idea of achieving a balance across different areas.

Hence, the most appropriate word here is "Strike," as it denotes finding or achieving the right balance, which is the intended meaning in this sentence.

Conclusion: The correct word to replace number 46 in the passage is "Strike."

Answer 2

To determine the appropriate word to replace the number 47 in the passage, we need to understand the context in which this word is used. The passage emphasizes the importance of achieving balance in various aspects of life, highlighting the need for regular breaks and activities to manage stress. Here’s the breakdown:

1. The sentence in question reads: "There is a 47 need to take time off their routine work." This implies a significant requirement for rest or breaks from the routine.
2. Let's analyze the options provided:
   • Heavy: Used to describe something of great weight or intensity. It doesn't fit the context of describing the intensity or necessity of taking time off.
   • Strong: Often used to describe something powerful or intense. It fits well with expressing a significant need.
   • Happy: Relates to feelings of pleasure or contentment. It doesn’t convey the idea of necessity or intensity associated with the need for time off.
   • Vast: Suggesting something of very large size. It does not convey the intensity or importance of need in this context.
   • Effective: Denotes something that is successful in producing a desired or intended result. While related to outcomes, it does not quite fit the description of describing the necessity of taking breaks.
3. The context of the passage focuses on the intense need for balance and stress management. Using "strong" aligns with expressing an essential and intense requirement for taking breaks.

Therefore, the most appropriate word to replace number 47 is Strong.

Answer 3

To determine the appropriate word to replace number 48 in the passage, we need to consider the context of the sentence and the overall theme of the passage.

The sentence in question reads as follows: "They should plan for vacation or tours to 48 stress." Here, the passage discusses the importance of taking vacations or tours to manage stress levels. This context suggests a need for a word that conveys the action of reducing or alleviating stress.

Now, let's analyze each option:

1. Free: This word implies liberating or making something available, but does not directly address the idea of reducing stress.
2. Manage: While applicable to handling situations, this option doesn't fully convey the idea of reducing or alleviating stress.
3. Relieve: This is an appropriate word choice as it means to alleviate or lessen, which aligns with reducing stress.
4. Delete: This word means to remove or erase, inappropriate in the context of stress management.
5. Handle: Similar to 'manage,' it implies dealing with something, but doesn't directly suggest reducing stress.

Among the given options, “Relieve” fits best because it directly matches the context of alleviating or reducing stress through vacations or tours, as described in the passage.

Conclusion: The correct word to replace number 48 in the passage is "Relieve."

Answer 4

To select the appropriate word to replace number 49 in the given passage, we need to understand the context of the passage and evaluate each option in terms of how well it fits the overall meaning.

The passage discusses methods to manage stress in both personal and professional life. The surrounding sentences emphasize taking measures like vacations, breaks, and exercises to handle stress effectively.

1. The sentence in question is: "At home, it is necessary to do yoga or meditation or physical exercises to 49 their stress levels so that they can go for work with energy and enthusiasm."
2. The word to replace '49' should logically describe what yoga, meditation, or exercise is intended to do to stress levels.

Let's evaluate the options:

1. Perish: This means to die or come to an end, which is not appropriate for human stress levels.
2. Ease: This means to make something less severe. Yoga, meditation, and exercise aim to reduce stress, making this option fit well in the context.
3. Destroy: Although it implies the elimination of stress, it is too strong and doesn't align well with the intended gentle reduction effect of activities like yoga.
4. Prevail: This means to be widespread or win, which is contrary to the goal of managing stress.
5. Stop: While it suggests ending stress, it is not usually realistic or feasible since some stress is naturally part of life.

Thus, the option "Ease" fits the context of reducing stress through relaxation methods, which aligns with the intent of the passage.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Ease".

Answer 5

To solve this question, we must understand the context given in the comprehension passage. The passage provides guidance for employees on balancing their various life aspects and maintaining low stress levels. It further suggests that employees should take feedback at the workplace to help solve problems.

1. Identify the context in which the blank (50) is placed: The sentence emphasizes that being a certain way at the workplace and accepting feedback is helpful for problem-solving.
2. Evaluate the options:
   • Assertive: Being assertive involves having confidence and communicating one's needs or opinions in a clear, direct, and respectful way. This can be beneficial in a workplace setting, especially when paired with giving and receiving feedback.
   • Courageous: While courage is important, the context seems more about communication style than bravery.
   • Genuine: Being genuine means being honest and sincere, which is valuable, but may not directly relate to solving problems through feedback unless specified.
   • Mild: Being mild refers to a gentle or soft approach, which may not effectively align with taking feedback and solving problems effectively.
   • Noble: Noble implies having high moral principles, which though admirable, isn't clearly linked to feedback and problem-solving in the given context.
3. Select the best fitting option: Considering the context where being direct, clear, and constructive in communication is important for feedback and problem resolution, "Assertive" is the most appropriate word. Assertiveness ensures clear communication necessary for problem-solving, especially when receiving or giving feedback at work.

Conclusion: Therefore, the appropriate word to replace number 50 in the passage is "Assertive".