August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

SSC CGL 2023

Syllabus
Module-I of Section-II of Paper-I (English Language And Comprehension):

13.10.3.1 Vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms and their correct
usage;

 Spot the Error,

 Fill in the Blanks,
 Synonyms/ Homonyms,
 Antonyms,
 Spellings/ Detecting mis-spelt words,
 Idioms & Phrases,
 One word substitution,
 Improvement of Sentences,
 Active/ Passive Voice of Verbs,
 Conversion into Direct/ Indirect narration,
 Shuffling of Sentence parts,
 Shuffling of Sentences in a passage,
 Cloze Passage,
 Comprehension Passage.

Note :- To test comprehension, three or more paragraphs will be given and

questions based on those will be asked. At least one paragraph should be a
simple one based on a book or a story and the other two paragraphs should
be on current affairs, based on a report or an editorial.

Contact Us
Phone Number: 7722987077
Email Id:- [email protected]
Android App: Download
Telegram channel: English Madhyam

English Madhyam 1
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

Testimonial
Thank you English Madhyam

I have got AIR 7 in CGL 2022.

Selected as ASO in MEA

You guys are best out there, in terms of editorials, improving

reading skills, daily vocab, regular tests & what not!

Keep it up, and i will always be recommending you guys, even

though i had never chance to interact with you. But you have
Vikas Taya done a commendable job.
(AIR – 07)

Just wanted to thank the English Madhyam Team.

I used to read the editorials and solve the questions during my

2022 preparation.

It played a crucial role and helped me achieve AAO post with

AIR 156.

Thank You Team

Siddhart Sachdeva
(AIR – 156)

Thanks English Madhyam,

Selected as a Divisional Accountant CAG

This channel helped me a lot while preparing for CGL 2022. Ur
daily editorials are just awesome.

I have secured AIR 112 in CGL 2022.

Shyam Singh Dodiya

(AIR – 112)

English Madhyam 2
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

Can't express the feeling

Thank you everyone here for supporting me to get

here.... I am forever indebted to you team.

I am selected as Examiner

Sourav Mudi
(AIR – 2055)

Thank you english madhyam

"I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for your

invaluable assistance in helping me prepare for my
English section. Your daily editorials made a
significant difference in my understanding and
performance."

I am selected as a GST inspector.

Prateek agarwal
(AIR – 5894)

I got selected as Income Tax Inspector

English madhyam CGL mains mock are very relevant
and helpful in improving comprehension part of the
subject.

Birender kumar
(AIR – 276)

English Madhyam 3
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

SSC CGL Mains Mock – 40

1. The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that
contains a grammatical error.
I have read that / a Leaning Tower of Pisa is a / popular tourist attraction / in the world.
A. I have read that
B. a Leaning Tower of Pisa is a
C. popular tourist attraction
D. in the world
2. Select the most appropriate collocating word to fill in the blank.
India had, at the G-20 as well, reportedly made ___________ it was not willing for a
more structured sit down exchange.
A. Good
B. Well
C. Clear
D. statement
3. Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice
Neena will visit Greece in May.
A. Greece had been visited by Neena in May.
B. Greece has been visited by Neena in May.
C. Greece will be visited by Neena in May.
D. Greece will visit Neena in May.
4. Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in
the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
P. The air was still warm.
Q. The breeze touched my face, drying out the sweat on my forehead.
R. Before I could feel the hotness in the air, dark clouds gathered. Soon the warm air
turned into a cold wind.
S. One day in the month of June, I stood on the balcony, enjoying the small breeze of
the evening.
A. SPQR
B. PQRS
C. QRPS
D. RQPS
5. The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that
contains a grammatical error.
Sita spotted golden deer and requested Rama to capture it.
A. to capture it.
B. Sita spotted golden
C. deer and
D. requested Rama
6. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.

English Madhyam 4
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

One needs to be free of prejudices while dealing with judicial cases.

A. Favours
B. Discriminations
C. Bigotries
D. Equalities
7. Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the following
sentence.
The doctor assured the patient that the tumour was benign and could be easily
removed
A. Favourable
B. Malignant
C. Sterile
D. Kind
8. Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice
By whom was Hindi taught to you?
A. By whom were you taught Hindi?
B. Who teaches you Hindi?
C. Who taught you Hindi?
D. Who were you taught Hindi by?
9. For the four-sentence (S1 to S4) paragraph below, sentences S1 and S4 are given. From
the options P, Q, R and S select the appropriate sentences for S2 and S3, respectively.
S1: Wiser by the experience of previous summits, India took a nuanced stand in
Johannesburg last week on the expansion of the BRICS group.
S4: It can be a game-changer for the international order, which is seeing convulsions
that were unimagined at the dawn of this decade.
P: The strategic partnership between France and India is built on a strong foundation of
people-to-people ties and a genuine friendship between the French and Indian peoples.
Q: “India fully supports the expansion of the BRICS membership. And welcomes moving
forward with consensus on this,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the organisation’s
15th summit before the expansion was agreed on.
R: Never was this connection more evident than on July 14, when French crowds
cheered the Indian armed forces’ contingent marching on the Champs Elysées, and
France celebrated India as the Guest of Honour of our National Day.
S: Enlargement was the biggest challenge at the Johannesburg summit.
A. P and Q
B. P and R
C. P and S
D. Q and S
10. Select the correct collocation from the options and complete the sentence
I won’t complete the assignment because of the time ___________.

English Madhyam 5
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

A. Restraint
B. Control
C. Constraint
D. Restriction
11. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of
words.
Affected by an undesirable condition or unpleasant feeling
A. Cancelled
B. Indifferent
C. Modest
D. Stricken
12. Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of
words.
The theory or philosophy of law
A. Jurisprudence
B. Pacifism
C. Cosmology
D. Philia
13. Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.
He told me that I could eat from his plate.
A. He said, “ You can eat from my plate.”
B. He said to me, “Can you eat from my plate?”
C. He said, “I can eat from my plate.”
D. He said to me, “You can eat from my plate.”
14. Identify the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the following sentence and select its correct
spelling from the given options
I received good concesions while purchasing a mobile phone
A. recieved
B. whaile
C. concessions
D. paurchasing
15. Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in
the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. Meanwhile, gig workers, or approximately 1.3% of India’s active labour force, rarely
have access to any social security benefit.
B. In effect, this means that such employees have no access to a provident fund,
pension, and health care and disability insurance.
C. Another conclusion is that just 1.9% of the poorest 20% quintile of India’s workforce
has access to any benefits.
D. India’s social security system is also ranked poorly; Mercer CFS ranked it at 40 out of
43 countries in 2021.

English Madhyam 6
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

E. Around 53% of all of the salaried workforce does not have any social security
benefits in India, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey Annual Report 2021-
22, and which has been cited in the media.
A. EBCAD
B. BCDEA
C. ACBED
D. ABEDC
16. Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence.
Robinhood broke within the mansion to collect some food and money for the poor.
A. broke upto
B. broke in
C. broke into
D. broke to
17. Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in
the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
a. It is past midnight.
b. All is calm, but not quiet.
c. A few other dogs from near and far respond to the barking, each creating individual
high-decibel circles of a half-a-km radius.
d. A dog begins to bark in a measured way — not for, or at, anything particularly, but
as though just establishing its presence — and wakes up households around a half-a-
km radius
A. a, b, d, c
B. c, a, b, d
C. d, a, c, b
D. a, c, b, d
18. Some sentences are given below. While the first and the last sentences (1 and 2) are in
the correct order, the sentences in between are jumbled up. Arrange the sentences in
the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
1. It is fantastic to see India, the world’s largest democracy, take the global stage as
host of the G-20, a vital forum for fostering international cooperation.
A. Recovered powers to forge trade deals with booming economies such as India
B. The United Kingdom has long held the belief
C. In trade as a force for growth and prosperity
D. It is why we advocate for free and fair trade at the World Trade Organization and
why we are taking advantage of our newly
2. Collaboration on issues such as global value chains resilience and digitalisation of
trade documents is key to harnessing the true value of global trade.
A. BADC
B. ACDB
C. BCDA

English Madhyam 7
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

D. CADB
19. Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in
the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. That day and the cash availability, bread and butter were budgeted
B. In the late 1980s and early 1990s when I was growing up, there were mom-and-pop
stores for daily essential shopping
C. We did not go to the mall and buy 500 gm of butter; instead, depending on how
many people were at our house
D. I remember buying half a pack of bread and 25 gm of butter, which was a quarter
piece of a 100-gm pack, from our neighbourhood shop
A. BDAC
B. CABD
C. BCAD
D. ABCD
20. Select the most appropriate idiom for the following sentence.
The government arrested the opposition leader, making the situation worse.
A. To cast pearls before swine
B. To be on the last leg
C. To add fuel to the fire
D. To bite the dust
21. Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.
Caves like Ajanta lie in perpetual darkness.
A. Permanent
B. Extreme
C. Brief
D. Huge
22. Identify the option that arranges the given parts in the correct order to form a
meaningful paragraph.
P. But one of my enduring memories was the tree-filled gardens that dotted the road.
Q. We lived on Maigandhadeva Mudaliar Road (named after a prominent corporator) in
Fraser Town, Bengaluru.
R. Our house, bought in the early 1960s, was just a stone’s throw from the popular
Everest cinema, the East Railway Station, the Cox Town market, the government
maternity home and the bus stop.
S. A narrow conservancy lane ran behind the house.
A. PQSR
B. QRSP
C. PSRQ
D. QSPR
23. Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank.
My birthday will ________on a Friday this year

English Madhyam 8
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

A. fall: to go down onto the ground suddenly

B. fall: to come at a particular time or happen in a particular place
C. fall: to change to a particular condition
D. fall: to be beaten or defeated
24. Select the correct spelling from the given options to fill in the blank.
Jaysmita is one of the most ______________ persons I have ever met as she has many
talents.
A. versataile
B. versatele
C. versateile
D. versatile
25. Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.
The priest said, “Death is inevitable.”
A. The priest said death had been inevitable.
B. The priest said that death is inevitable.
C. The priest said that death was inevitable.
D. The priest told that death had been inevitable
26. Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.
The teacher was happy to meet her and asked, “When did you complete all these?”
A. The teacher was happy to meet her and asked when she had completed all those.
B. The teacher was happy to meet her and asked when she had been completing all
those.
C. The teacher was happy to meet her and asked when did she complete all those.
D. The teacher was happy to meet her and asked when had she completed all those.
27. Select the most appropriate idiom for the underlined segment in the following
sentence.
Brave people never hide at the moment of decision.
A. When the crunch comes
B. Beat the clock
C. A hell of time
D. Turn back the hands of time
28. Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice
Ajit does not help me with my homework.
A. I am not help by Ajit with my homework.
B. I am not helped by Ajit with my homework.
C. I am helped by Ajit with my homework.
D. I am help by Ajit with my homework.
29. Select the option that expresses the given sentence in active voice.
Because of his caring nature he is appreciated by all.
A. Because of his caring nature all appreciate him.
B. Because of his caring nature everyone appreciate him.
C. Because of his caring nature all will appreciate him.

English Madhyam 9
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

D. Because of his caring nature all appreciated him.

Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully
and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The Jeddah conference on the Ukraine war, in which 42 nations participated,
______1_____ one of the most serious efforts by the world in finding a way to end the
conflict. This was not a ______2_____peace conference. Russia was not invited, and the
main goal of Ukraine and its western partners was to build consensus among major
powers, especially in the Global South, on working towards a fair and durable peace.
After the talks, diplomats said there was broad acceptance about respecting the central
pillars of international law such as Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and
that there was agreement to meet again. China had stayed away from the Copenhagen
conference in June, which was a _____3______to the Jeddah talks. But with China’s
participation this time, along with India and South Africa — all countries that maintain
good ties with Russia despite the war — global efforts towards peace have gained much
more seriousness. China, in February, had issued a position paper on the war
______4______ a “political settlement”, where it said the “sovereignty, independence
and territorial integrity of all countries must be effectively upheld”, while also backing
Russia’s security concerns.
Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate combinations of words
30. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 1.
A. Were
B. Is
C. Was
D. Are
31. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 2.
A. Thunderous
B. Unaware
C. Persistent
D. Typical
32. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 3.
A. Aggressor
B. Conquer
C. Precursor
D. Opinion
33. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 4.
A. Calling for
B. Account for
C. Make up for
D. Lead to

English Madhyam 10
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

Comprehension
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow
With less than three years to go, the decision of the Government of Victoria, Australia,
to withdraw from the hosting of the 2026 Commonwealth Games (CWG) has come as a
mighty blow to the sporting movement. After Birmingham replaced Durban for the 2022
edition, this is the second consecutive occasion when the original host city is unable to
host the games due to financial issues. Victoria, which had uniquely proposed to
organise the games over a region, had initially estimated a budget of AUS$2.6 billion,
but its Premier, Daniel Andrews, said the costs could go beyond AUS$6 billion, which to
him is too much for a 12-day sporting event. Without federal funding and with Victoria
struggling due to its increasing debts, he said he could not take money out of hospitals
and schools in order to fund the event. Even though the development has come as a
huge embarrassment for Australia, which has hosted five CWG editions (including 2018
Gold Coast), Prime Minister Anthony Albanese looked forward to hosting the women’s
football World Cup and 2032 Brisbane Olympics, which would run on a different
revenue model over a longer period of time. Still, the country may have to deal with
credibility issues in the run-up to Brisbane 2032. According to the Commonwealth
Games Federation (CGF), which was given only an eight hours notice, the decision to
add more sports and changed plans for venues added considerable expenses.
Commonwealth Games Australia chief executive Craig Phillips said that the costs
overrun was a gross exaggeration while Victoria’s Leader of Opposition John Pesutto
termed the cancellation ‘a massive humiliation’. The development has put a question
mark over the future of big-ticket multi-sport events because of the staggering financial
burden involved with the hosting. While the hosts have been looking at ways of
controlling cost escalation, the rising expenses have made the conduct of such games
virtually a privilege for bigger economies. That only five countries have staged 18 out of
22 editions of the CWG, which began as the British Empire Games (1930), and no African
nation has ever hosted the Olympics, points to this. The uncertainty surrounding the
CWG will disappoint the Indian sportspersons, who have done well in these games,
including in 2010 when Delhi hosted it. Thousands of athletes from 72 Commonwealth
nations and territories will hope that the CGF succeeds in the onerous task of finding an
alternative host. But questions will continue to be asked on the need for what many
might consider an anachronistic event, a coming together of nations on the basis of
shared colonial history, and not geography
34. Based on the passage, which of the following can be inferred regarding the challenges
faced by the Commonwealth Games?
A. The Commonwealth Games consistently exceeds its budget due to the inclusion of
more sports.
B. Every host city for the Commonwealth Games has faced financial issues leading
them to back out of hosting.

English Madhyam 11
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

C. The increasing costs and financial strains make it difficult for some cities to host the
Commonwealth Games.
D. The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) always decides to add more sports to
the event.
35. Based on the passage, which of the following inferences can be drawn about hosting
multi-sport events like the Commonwealth Games?
A. The success of the games is mainly measured by the performance of the athletes.
B. The staging of multi-sport events is primarily dictated by the historical connections
of the hosting nations.
C. Bigger economies are more capable of bearing the financial challenges associated
with hosting such events.
D. All Commonwealth nations have expressed disinterest in hosting the games due to
cost concerns.
36. Based on the passage, we can infer that the author would be most supportive of which
of the following statements?
A. The Commonwealth Games are a vital event and must be hosted at any cost.
B. The increasing costs of hosting the Commonwealth Games make it feasible only for
bigger economies.
C. The Government of Victoria, Australia, should have stuck to their commitment
regardless of the costs.
D. Financial stability should be prioritized over hosting sporting events.
37. What is the tone of the passage?
A. Jubilant
B. Indifferent
C. Critical
D. Sympathetic
Comprehension:
Read the following passage and answer the questions given after it.
The stated objective of the Ayushman Bharat scheme is to “reduce out of pocket
expenditures on healthcare”. One of the main reasons behind the conceptualisation of
the scheme was the recognition that medical emergencies often drive families to
poverty. Since coming into effect five years ago, Ayushman Bharat has recorded more
than 5 crore hospitalisations. The share of out-of-pocket expenditure in the total health
expenses incurred in the country has also fallen appreciably — from 62 per cent in 2015
to about 47 per cent in 2020. But this progress should not detract from the loopholes in
implementation of Ayushman Bharat. An investigation by this newspaper has revealed
that critically-ill patients were cheated out of availing the benefits of the scheme by a
neurosurgeon at Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi. The doctor is now in judicial custody and
is being probed by the CBI. The racket he ran from a premier government hospital in the

English Madhyam 12
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

capital has aggravated the financial troubles of his patients and their families. This
defeats the very purpose of the government’s flagship healthcare project.
In recent months, the health ministry has used digital aids, including AI, to unearth cases
of impersonation and non-genuine claims under Ayushman Bharat. But the Safdarjung
Hospital fraud points to a deeper problem with the country’s healthcare system. The
doctor has a near-divine status amongst a large section of patients, especially those
from underprivileged sections. Medical ethics require healthcare providers to
communicate to the patients the details of their ailments and treatment protocols. But
this rarely happens, further skewing the asymmetrical relation between the two. Most
hospitals are in any case not very assuring places for families of the seriously ill,
especially if they are financially stressed. For medical migrants who can be seen
squatting or sleeping on the pavements outside several hospitals, the long wait for beds
and critical care can mean temporary homelessness. The Ayushman Bharat scheme
offers a way out of this distressful situation. But when unscrupulous doctors — like the
neurosurgeon at the Safdarjung Hospital — inform families of the grievously ill that
availing benefits under the scheme could take two to three months they have little
recourse other than to take up the expensive alternative.The system could become
more patient-friendly if patients at empanelled hospitals are counselled by a
professional about the benefits under Ayushman Bharat. The scheme needs a human
touch. The Safdarjung Hospital case should be an eye-opener.
38. Based on the paragraph, which of the following can be inferred regarding the
Ayushman Bharat scheme?
A. Ayushman Bharat has eliminated all out-of-pocket expenditures on healthcare in
India.
B. The primary motivation behind Ayushman Bharat is to help families handle medical
emergencies without facing poverty.
C. Since its inception, the Ayushman Bharat scheme has shown no signs of
improvement in hospitalizations.
D. All the doctors in Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi have been found guilty of cheating
critically-ill patients.
39. Based on the given passage, which of the following statements best represents the
author's suggestion to improve the Ayushman Bharat scheme?
A. Incorporate more digital aids to prevent fraud.
B. Employ more doctors in empanelled hospitals.
C. Doctors should frequently communicate to patients about their ailments.
D. Patients at empanelled hospitals should be counselled by professionals about the
benefits under Ayushman Bharat.
40. Which of the following statements is TRUE based on the given passage about the
Ayushman Bharat scheme?
A. The scheme was launched to primarily improve the infrastructure of hospitals in
India.

English Madhyam 13
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

B. The share of out-of-pocket expenditure in the total health expenses increased from
62% in 2015 to 47% in 2020.
C. The health ministry has utilized digital tools, including AI, to identify fraudulent
claims under the Ayushman Bharat scheme.
D. The Safdarjung Hospital neurosurgeon issue suggests that the healthcare system in
India has no issues.
41. What is the main theme of the passage?
A. The success story of the Ayushman Bharat scheme.
B. The decrease in out-of-pocket expenditures in healthcare.
C. The role of digital aids in healthcare.
D. Misuse and challenges in the implementation of Ayushman Bharat scheme.
Comprehension:
Read the following passage and answer the questions given after it.
The "Happy Prince" by Oscar Wilde tells the touching story of a golden statue and a
swallow. The statue, named the Happy Prince, stands atop a tall column overlooking a
city. One evening, a swallow, delayed in its migration to Egypt, decides to rest between
the Prince's feet. To the bird's surprise, waterdrops fall on it. Looking up, the swallow
realizes that these aren't raindrops but tears from the Happy Prince's sapphire eyes.
The Prince reveals his sorrow for witnessing the pain, suffering, and poverty in the city
below. Though once alive and living luxuriously in a palace, his current elevated position
allows him to see the reality of his city's conditions. To alleviate some suffering, the
Prince asks the swallow to take the ruby from his sword hilt to a poor seamstress
struggling to care for her sick son. Though hesitant at first, the swallow agrees, marking
the beginning of their deepening friendship and shared mission.
Every night, the Prince asks the swallow to delay its journey to Egypt by another day to
help more citizens. The Prince gives away his sapphires and, eventually, the gold leaf
covering him to aid the needy. Each sacrifice brings relief and happiness to the poor,
and as the Prince loses his luster, the swallow's love and admiration for him grow.
With the approach of winter, the swallow decides it's time to migrate. However, seeing
the now dull and gray Prince, it chooses to stay, vowing to always be by his side. Despite
the harsh cold, the swallow continues to assist the Prince in helping the impoverished.
One particularly cold night, realizing its end is near, the swallow bids farewell to the
Prince, kisses him, and dies at his feet. In that instant, the Prince's leaden heart breaks
in two.
Come morning, the city's Mayor and Town Councillors notice the Prince's tarnished
appearance and the dead swallow. They criticize the statue's decayed state and decide
to melt it down. Yet, curiously, the Prince's broken heart doesn't melt in the furnace. It's
discarded alongside the swallow's dead body.
The story poignantly underscores themes of sacrifice, compassion, and the transient
nature of beauty. The Happy Prince and the swallow, in their selflessness and love,
achieve an immortal kind of beauty that transcends their physical forms.

English Madhyam 14
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

42. Why was the Happy Prince in tears when the swallow first noticed him?
A. He was sad because he missed his luxurious life in the palace.
B. He was grieved upon seeing the suffering and poverty of his city's residents.
C. He was crying because the swallow was late in its migration to Egypt.
D. He was upset because he was stuck on a tall column.
43. How did the swallow initially react to the Happy Prince's request to aid the poor
seamstress?
A. The swallow instantly agreed without hesitation.
B. The swallow flew away, ignoring the Prince's request.
C. The swallow showed hesitation at first but later agreed to help.
D. The swallow immediately took the ruby and left for Egypt.
44. Why did the swallow choose to stay with the Happy Prince instead of migrating before
winter?
A. The swallow was too weak to fly to Egypt.
B. The swallow got lost and didn’t know the way to Egypt.
C. Out of love and admiration, the swallow decided to remain by the now dull Prince's
side.
D. The swallow was waiting for another bird to accompany it to Egypt.
45. What is the significance of the Prince's heart not melting in the furnace?
A. It indicates that the furnace was not hot enough.
B. It signifies the Prince's selfishness and hard-heartedness.
C. It emphasizes the transient nature of beauty and material wealth.
D. It symbolizes the enduring and immortal beauty of selfless love and sacrifice.

English Madhyam 15
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

Answers
1. B 2. C 3. C 4. A 5. B 6. D 7. B 8. C 9. D 10. C 11. D 12. A
13. D 14. C 15 A 16. C 17. A 18. C 19. C 20. C 21. A 22. B 23. B 24. D
25. B 26. A 27. A 28. B 29. A 30. C 31. D 32. C 33. A 34. C 35. C 36. B
37. C 38. B 39. D 40. C 41. D 42. B 43. C 44. C 45. D
Explanation
1. B) a Leaning Tower of Pisa' 'the Leaning Tower of Pisa'
और र र र
 'the Leaning Tower of Pisa' will be used instead of 'a Leaning Tower of Pisa'
because it refers to a specific and unique landmark.
2. C) 'Clear' र , र रर
ए र ए र "made ___________ it was not willing"
, उ रर र
ए, "clear" उ
Make clear – To make something easier to comprehend; to help one understand
something र
 'Clear' should be used because in the entire context, the sentence is discussing
India's explicit wish that it was not prepared for a more structured sit-down
exchange. Through "made ___________ it was not willing", it aims to
demonstrate that clarity with which India communicated its intent. Thus, "clear"
would be the most appropriate choice.
3. C) Greece will be visited by Neena in May.
4. A) SPQR
Options Elimination:
Sentence S talks about a specific day and a specific action - standing on the balcony. This
seems like a good opening statement, setting the scene. So, we can start with S. Based
on starting with S, only option A. SPQR
Next, P talks about the air being warm which could potentially come after S as it
continues the description of the environment.
Q mentions a breeze touching the face and drying sweat. It is likely that after feeling the
warm air, the breeze is what the narrator felt next.
R then introduces a change in the atmosphere. The sentence describes a transition from
hot to cold, which would come after the initial descriptions of warmth and breeze

English Madhyam 16
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

5. B) 'Sita spotted golden' 'Sita spotted a golden' 'deer' ए

और ए 'a' ए; —
Sita spotted a golden deer.
 'Sita spotted a golden' will be used instead of 'Sita spotted golden' because 'deer'
is a countable noun and it should have an indefinite article 'a' before it; Like—
Sita spotted a golden deer.
6. D) Prejudices (noun) – Preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual
experience, bias, partiality.
Antonym: Equalities (noun) – The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, or
opportunities, impartiality.
 Favours (noun) – An act of kindness beyond what is due or usual, partiality.

 Discriminations (noun) – The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different

categories of people, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex, bias.
 Bigotries (noun) – Intolerance towards those who are different or hold different
views, narrow-mindedness. र
7. B) Benign (adjective) – Gentle, not harmful, kind, mild, non-malignant. र
Antonym: Malignant (adjective) – Harmful, cancerous, malevolent, tending to spread
aggressively.
 Favourable (adjective) – Beneficial, positive, propitious, encouraging.
 Sterile (adjective) – Incapable of producing offspring, barren, unproductive.
 Kind (adjective) – Considerate, generous, gentle, caring.
8. C) Who taught you Hindi?
9. D) Q and S
The correct order is S1, Q, S, and S4
S2 should provide more specifics or insights about India's stance on the expansion. Q fits
this perfectly as it specifies what the Indian Prime Minister stated about the BRICS
expansion.
S3 should delve deeper into the challenges or significance of the expansion, thereby
bridging to S4's indication of its potential impact on the international order. S fits this
context as it talks about the enlargement being a major challenge.
Other options:

English Madhyam 17
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

P is about the strategic partnership between France and India. It doesn't specifically
relate to the BRICS summit or its expansion.
Q directly relates to India's stance on BRICS expansion and quotes Prime Minister
Narendra Modi.
R talks about a moment in France where the Indian armed forces were honored, which
is unrelated to the BRICS summit.
S directly mentions that enlargement or expansion was a major challenge at the
Johannesburg summit, which aligns with the context of S1.
10. C) 'Constraint' , sentence र
र र रर "Time constraint" ए र
र र र र
ए, "constraint" उ
 'Constraint' should be used because in this context, the sentence is discussing
not being able to complete a task due to lack of time. "Time constraint" is
commonly used when referring to not being able to do something because of a
time limit. Thus, "constraint" would be the most appropriate choice.
11. D) Stricken (adjective) – Affected by an undesirable condition or unpleasant feeling
/
 Cancelled (verb) – Decided or announced that (an arranged or planned event) will
not take place. र
 Indifferent (adjective) – Having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned.
उ
 Modest (adjective) – Unassuming in the estimation of one's abilities or
achievements.
12. A) Jurisprudence (noun) – The theory or philosophy of law
 Pacifism (noun) – the belief in peace and opposition to war or violence.
 Cosmology (noun) – the science of the origin and development of the universe.

 Philia (noun) – the love or affectionate regard for someone or something.

13. D) He said to me, “You can eat from my plate.”

English Madhyam 18
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

14. C) The INCORRECTLY spelt word in the sentence is "concesions". The correct spelling is:
concessions Which means “a reduction in the usual price of something” उ

15. A) EBCAD
E: The logical starting point appears to be sentence E, as it introduces the issue (lack of
social security benefits for a majority of the salaried workforce) and mentions a specific
source - the "Periodic Labour Force Survey Annual Report 2021-22".
B: Sentence B uses the word "such employees," which can be a reference to the salaried
workforce mentioned in sentence E. Hence, B logically follows E
C: Sentence C mentions "Another conclusion", indicating that there was a previous
conclusion or statement related to workforce benefits.
A: The use of "Meanwhile" in A acts as a transitional word, indicating a switch in focus
from the previous group (poorest 20% quintile) to another segment of the workforce
(gig workers).
D: After discussing specifics about various segments of India's workforce, sentence D
provides a broader context by discussing India's ranking in social security on an
international scale. The mention of the ranking (40 out of 43 countries in 2021) offers a
more generalized picture after discussing the specific groups
16. C) Break into (verb) – Enter or open a place, vehicle, or container forcibly, especially for
the purposes of theft. र
17. A) a, b, d, c
a: This sentence sets the time and the environment, providing context.
b: We know it's past midnight and thus the calmness can be anticipated. However, the
mention of "not quiet" sets up an anticipation or a precursor to a possible disturbance
or sound, which is a logical continuation from the first sentence.
d: This sentence now explains the reason why it's "not quiet" as mentioned in sentence
'b'. It elaborates on the source of the noise/disturbance. Moreover, the use of the
phrase "a half-a-km radius" indicates the effect of the dog's barking.
c: This sentence is a direct consequence of the dog's barking from sentence 'd'. After the
initial dog has barked, other dogs respond. The use of the phrase "a half-a-km radius"
again provides continuity and confirms the sequence.
18. C) BCDA
1-B: The sentence 1 praises India for taking the global stage, specifically as the host of
the G-20. Following this, the next logical step is to present a view or belief from a major
nation that would have an interest in global cooperation. “B. The United Kingdom has
long held the belief" provides this perspective, suggesting the UK's stance on a certain
matter.

English Madhyam 19
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

B-C: Once the belief of the UK is stated, the next sentence should clarify what this belief
is about. "C. In trade as a force for growth and prosperity" does precisely that by
explaining the UK's belief in the power of trade.
C-D: After establishing the belief in trade, the next sentence should specify how this
belief is put into action or practice.
D-A: The word "newly" in sentence D indicates something that has recently happened or
a change in status. Sentence A, "Recovered powers to forge trade deals with booming
economies such as India", clarifies what the UK has recently gained or recovered, thus
providing a continuation from D.
19. C) BCAD
B: B provides a contextual introduction about the time frame and sets the stage for the
rest of the story. It provides background about the mom-and-pop stores which were
prevalent during the narrator's childhood. B provides the time frame "late 1980s and
early 1990s."
C: "We" in C refers to a collective group. Sentence B provides an introductory context
about the time when the narrator was growing up, setting the stage for "we", possibly
referring to the family or the community in that time.
A: C hints at the practice of buying as per the requirements, and A solidifies this by
stating how bread and butter were budgeted based on cash availability (that day) and
the day
D: After mentioning how purchases were budgeted in A, D provides a specific memory
from the narrator's past, detailing an instance of such a purchase from the
neighborhood shop
20. C) To add fuel to the fire – to make a situation or conflict more intense or severe.

 To cast pearls before swine (idiom) – to offer something valuable or good to

someone who does not know its value.
 To be on the last leg (idiom) – to be near the end of a journey, life, or activity.
र
 To bite the dust (idiom) – to die or to fail. र फ
21. A) Permanent (adjective) - lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely.

 Perpetual (adjective) – never ending or changing.

 Extreme (adjective) – reaching a high or the highest degree; very severe or serious.
र

English Madhyam 20
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

 Brief (adjective) – of short duration; not lasting for long.

 Huge (adjective) – extremely large; enormous.
22. B) QRSP
Q: Q (Introduction to where they lived)
R: Sentence R starts with "Our house..." which refers back to the road mentioned in
sentence Q where they lived. So, R follows Q. R mentions "bought in the early 1960s,"
which implies a continuation of the narrative from Q.
S: Sentence S refers to "behind the house," which means the house is already
introduced, and hence S should follow R.
P: Sentence P starts with "But," which is a contrast connector. This shows a contrast
from the previous details of the house and its surroundings. It highlights a special
memory apart from the obvious details mentioned. Thus, P follows after S.
23. B) 'fall: to come at a particular time or happen in a particular place'
, sentence रर , ए र
"My birthday will ________ on a Friday this year" , र र
, ए और ए, 'fall: to come at a particular
time or happen in a particular place' उ
 'fall: to come at a particular time or happen in a particular place' should be used
because in the context, the sentence is discussing the occurrence of a birthday,
which will happen at a specific time. Here, in "My birthday will ________ on a
Friday this year," the birthday is coming on a Friday this year, signifying a particular
time and place. Thus, 'fall: to come at a particular time or happen in a particular
place' would be the most appropriate choice.
24. D) The correct spelling to fill in the blank is ‘versatile’ which means “having many
talents; capable of working in many fields.” र , .
25. B) The priest said that death is inevitable.
26. A) The teacher was happy to meet her and asked when she had completed all those.
27. A) When the crunch comes (idiom) – At a critical moment or time of decision.

 Beat the clock (idiom) – To finish something before a deadline.

र र
 A hell of time (idiom) – Experiencing a lot of difficulties.

English Madhyam 21
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

 Turn back the hands of time (idiom) – To return to the past or to try to restore
something to its previous state.
28. B) I am not helped by Ajit with my homework
29. A) Because of his caring nature all appreciate him.
30. C) 'Was' "Jeddah conference" singular और उ ए singular
verb Is: present tense और past 'Were', और 'Are' plural
verb context
 'Was' should be used because "The Jeddah conference" is singular and requires a
singular verb. 'Were', and 'Are' are plural verbs which don't fit in this context. Is:
This is present tense and the context is in past.
31. D) Typical context उ र ए
Thunderous र , Unaware
, और Persistent र र , context

 'Typical' should be used because in this context, it's mentioned that the Jeddah
conference was not a regular peace conference. 'Thunderous' means loud, 'Unaware'
implies not knowing, and 'Persistent' means continuing firmly, which don't fit in this
context.
32. C) 'Precursor' "precursor" ,
र, Copenhagen
, Jeddah 'Aggressor', 'Conquer', और
'Opinion' context
 'Precursor' should be used because it means something that precedes or comes
before another event, process, or thing. Here, it's mentioned that the Copenhagen
conference which took place in June was before the Jeddah conference. 'Aggressor',
'Conquer', and 'Opinion' don't make sense in this context as they don't convey the
right meaning.
33. A) passage , र र ,उ ए " political
settlement " context , "Calling for" appropriate
र फ र ए र 'Account for'
र र र , context 'Make up for'

English Madhyam 22
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

र र , context 'Lead to'

र , र
 'Calling for' should be used because it suggests making a demand or
recommendation for something specific. In the context, China was proposing a
"political settlement". 'Account for' means to provide information or an explanation,
which doesn't fit here. 'Make up for' implies compensating for a loss or deficiency,
which isn't appropriate in this context. 'Lead to' means to result in, which isn't right
for this context.
34. C) The increasing costs and financial strains make it difficult for some cities to host the
Commonwealth Games.
The passage provides evidence that the hosting city Victoria had to withdraw due to
financial issues, with its budget estimated to go beyond AUS$6 billion. Additionally, this
withdrawal followed another occasion where a city (Durban) couldn't host due to
financial issues. While not every host city faced this problem, it indicates a trend of
financial strains associated with hosting the games.
35. C) Bigger economies are more capable of bearing the financial challenges associated
with hosting such events.
The passage mentions that "the rising expenses have made the conduct of such games
virtually a privilege for bigger economies." This clearly indicates that the financial
challenges of hosting such grand events are easier to manage for larger economies.
36. B) The increasing costs of hosting the Commonwealth Games make it feasible only for
bigger economies.
The passage mentions the financial difficulties faced by Victoria and how they had to
withdraw due to the expected expenses. The article further highlights the point that
"rising expenses have made the conduct of such games virtually a privilege for bigger
economies." It also states that only five countries have staged 18 out of 22 editions of
the CWG and that no African nation has hosted the Olympics, suggesting that the
financial burden is challenging for many countries.
37. C) Critical
The passage critically evaluates the decision of the Government of Victoria to withdraw
from hosting the Commonwealth Games due to financial constraints. Terms like "mighty
blow," "huge embarrassment," and "massive humiliation" point towards a critical
perspective of the decision. The article also discusses the financial strain of hosting such
events and the implications of the decision, indicating a tone that is not merely
reporting but critically analyzing the situation.
38. B) The primary motivation behind Ayushman Bharat is to help families handle medical
emergencies without facing poverty.

English Madhyam 23
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

The paragraph mentions that "One of the main reasons behind the conceptualisation of
the scheme was the recognition that medical emergencies often drive families to
poverty." This directly supports Option B as the primary motivation or reason behind
the Ayushman Bharat scheme.
39. D. Patients at empanelled hospitals should be counselled by professionals about the
benefits under Ayushman Bharat.
The passage discusses the challenges faced by patients, especially those from
underprivileged sections, when trying to avail healthcare facilities. The issue of
impersonation and non-genuine claims has been highlighted, as well as the problem of
doctors not communicating effectively about the details of ailments and treatment
protocols. The Ayushman Bharat scheme, meant to alleviate such issues, becomes
ineffective when there's misinformation or lack of information, as seen in the Safdarjung
Hospital case. The author concludes by suggesting that to make the system more
patient-friendly, patients at empanelled hospitals should receive professional
counselling about the benefits of the Ayushman Bharat scheme. This would provide the
needed human touch and help patients make informed decisions.
40. C. The health ministry has utilized digital tools, including AI, to identify fraudulent
claims under the Ayushman Bharat scheme.
The passage mentions that in recent months, the health ministry has employed digital
aids, including AI, to detect impersonation and non-genuine claims related to Ayushman
Bharat. This points towards the proactive measures taken to curb frauds and the misuse
of the scheme.
41. D) Misuse and challenges in the implementation of Ayushman Bharat scheme.
While the passage starts by acknowledging the successes of the Ayushman Bharat
scheme, its major focus is on the challenges in its implementation, particularly the fraud
committed by the neurosurgeon and the broader issue of medical ethics and the trust
deficit between doctors and patients. The recurring discussion of these challenges
establishes them as the main theme.
42. B) The Happy Prince was sorrowful as he witnessed the hardships and poverty in the city
below from his elevated position.
43. C) The swallow, though initially hesitant to help the seamstress, later agreed to the
Prince's request, signaling the beginning of their bond.
44. C) The swallow's growing affection and admiration for the Happy Prince, especially after
witnessing all his sacrifices, made it choose to stay despite the approaching winter.
45. D) Throughout the story, the themes of sacrifice, compassion, and the impermanence of
physical beauty are emphasized. The unmelting heart of the Happy Prince stands as a
testament to the everlasting beauty of his compassionate acts and selflessness, in
contrast to his physical form which decayed and lost its luster.

English Madhyam 24
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

Vocabulary Passage 1
1. Anachronism (noun) – An error in 12. Debt (noun) – Money owed by one
chronology; a person or thing that's party to another.
chronologically out of place.
13. In order to (phrase) – For the purpose
2. Viable (adjective) – Capable of working of.
successfully; feasible.
14. Development (noun) – Event,
3. Hosting (noun) – The act of being a happening, occurrence,
host; providing space for websites on
the internet. 15. Embarrassment (noun) – A feeling of
self-consciousness, shame, or
4. Mighty (adjective) – Possessing great awkwardness.
strength; powerful.
16. Look forward to (phrase) – Anticipate,
5. Blow (noun) – A sudden shock or hope for, expect, await, wait for
disappointment.
र

6. Consecutive (adjective) – Following

17. Run (noun) – be in or cause to be in
continuously; in unbroken order.
operation; function or cause to
function.

7. Occasion (noun) – A particular event or 18. Deal with (phrasal verb) – To manage
the time at which it takes place. र or handle a situation.

8. Host (noun) – A person who receives or 19. Credibility (noun) – The quality of
entertains guests. being trusted and believed in.

9. Host (verb) – To receive or entertain

guests. र 20. Run-up to (noun) – The period
preceding a significant event.
10. Propose (verb) – To put forward for
consideration. र 21. Venue (noun) – The place where
something happens, especially an
11. Federal (adjective) – Relating to a organized event.
system of government in which several
states form a unity but remain 22. Considerable (adjective) – Notably
independent in internal affairs. large in size, amount, or extent. फ

English Madhyam 25
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

23. Cost Overrun (noun) – the fact of to a particular person or group.

spending more money on a project र
than was planned in the budget, or the
actual extra amount that is spent 33. Economies (noun) – The wealth and
resources of a country in terms of
24. Gross (adjective) – Glaringly obvious;
production and consumption of goods
flagrant. र
and services. ए

25. Exaggeration (noun) – A statement

34. Stage (verb) – To organize and
that represents something as better or
participate in a particular activity or
worse than it really is.
event. र

26. Term (verb) – To designate with a

35. Point to (phrasal verb) – To indicate or
specific name. ,
suggest. र

27. Humiliation (noun) – The action of

36. Uncertainty (noun) – The state of being
making someone feel ashamed and
uncertain or unsure.
foolish.
37. Onerous (adjective) – Involving great
28. Big-ticket (adjective) – Costing a lot of
effort and difficulty; burdensome,
money.
arduous, heavy, difficult, र;

29. Staggering (adjective) – Astonishing or

deeply shocking.
38. Anachronistic (adjective) – Out of date
30. Escalation (noun) – The act of or not appropriate to the time being
increasing or intensifying. referred to.

31. Virtually (adverb) – Online 39. Colonial (adjective) – Relating to or

characteristic of a colony.
32. Privilege (noun) – A special advantage
or immunity granted or available only

English Madhyam 26
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

Vocabulary Passage 2
1. Stated (adjective) – Affirmed, avowed, 10. Detract (from) (verb) – cause someone
confirmed, assured, known or something to be distracted or
diverted from र
2. Out of pocket expenditure (noun) – the
maximum cost one must bear or pay for 11. Loophole (noun) – an ambiguity or
the medical care for the entire year inadequacy in the law or a set of rules.
र
3. Conceptualisation (noun) – Ideation,
abstraction, theorization, formulation,
12. Avail (verb) – Utilize, use, employ,
envisioning
exploit, take advantage of फ उ

4. Recognition (noun) – Identification,

13. Probe (verb) – Investigate, examine,
acknowledgment, realization,
inquire, research, inspect
discernment, awareness
14. Racket (noun) – Scam, fraud, swindle,
5. Often (adverb) – Frequently, regularly,
con, scheme
habitually, recurrently, repeatedly
र 15. Aggravate (verb) – Worsen, exacerbate,
amplify, intensify, heighten
6. Drive (verb) – Propel, push, force, impel,
urge 16. Flagship (adjective) – Chief, leading,
prime, foremost, principal
7. Come into effect (phrase) – Begin to
operate, take effect, become valid, get 17. Aid (noun) – Assistance, help, support,
underway, start relief, succor

8. Incur (verb) – become subject to 18. Unearth (verb) – Discover, uncover,

(something unwelcome or unpleasant)
reveal, expose, detect
as a result of one's own behaviour or
actions. उ , 19. Impersonation (noun) – an act of
pretending to be another person for the
9. Appreciably (adverb) – Significantly, purpose of entertainment or fraud.
noticeably, markedly, substantially,
perceptibly फ
20. Claim (noun) – Assertion, declaration,
statement, proclamation, affirmation

English Madhyam 27
 August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

21. Point to (phrasal verb) – Indicate, 31. Pavement (noun) – Sidewalk, footpath,
suggest, hint at, imply, show towards walkway, pathway, promenade फ
र
32. Homelessness (noun) – Displacement,
22. Near-divine (adjective) – Godlike, destitution, vagrancy, rootlessness र
celestial, angelic, deific, sanctified

33. Way out (phrasal verb) – solution

23. Underprivileged (adjective) –
Disadvantaged, impoverished, needy,
destitute, under-served 34. Distressful (adjective) – Upsetting,
distressing, disturbing, troubling, painful
24. Ailment (noun) – Illness, disease,
disorder, affliction, condition र
35. Unscrupulous (adjective) – Dishonest,
25. Protocol (noun) – Procedure,
deceitful, unprincipled, unethical,
convention, guideline, code, system
immoral
26. Skew (verb) – Distort, twist, slant,
36. Grievously (adverb) – Severely, badly,
misrepresent, warp र
acutely, deeply, terribly र
27. Asymmetrical (adjective) – Irregular,
uneven, unbalanced, lopsided, 37. Recourse (noun) – Option, alternative,
disproportionate resort, remedy, solution र

28. Stressed (adjective) – worried and 38. Empanelled hospital (noun) – those
hospitals fulfilling the minimum
nervous
prescribed standards and thereby tied
29. Migrant (noun) – Traveler, wanderer, up as network hospitals by the insurer.
itinerant, nomad, rover
39. Counsel (verb) – Advise, guide, direct,
30. Squat (verb) – to position yourself close instruct, consult
to the ground balancing on the front
part of your feet with your legs bent
under your body उ

English Madhyam 28
August 29, 2023 ENGLISH MADHYAM

English Madhyam 29