English Cloze Test Practice Questions 2021

www.letsstudytogether.
co
English Cloze Test Practice Questions 2021

Directions:(1-4) In the following passage, some of the words have been left out and replaced by a blank
represented by a letter. First read the passage and try to understand what it is about. Then fill in the
blanks as per the questions given.
1. The Atlantic world ____(A)____ a step in globalization, the potential enrichment of the human
experience when worlds ___(B)___. But the extinction of peoples, such as the Amerindians in the
Greater Antilles, ____(C)_____ with the fear and secrecy bred in the enslavement of Africans, meant
that knowledge did not ____(D)____ freely. Amerindians and enslaved Africans strategically held many
secrets. Though hidden or ____(E)____, much of this knowledge can still be found today in local
Caribbean remedies.
A demonstrate
B indication
C showing
D represents
E defends
Correct Answer – D. represents

Explanation: We need a verb in the singular form to link the singular subject WORLD with the object A
STEP. REPRESENTS will fit here, as the sentence talks about how the Atlantic world is indicative of a step in
globalisation. Thus, (d) is the right answer. DEMONSTRATE is a plural form. INDICATION is a noun.
SHOWING is a continuous form verb and will be incorrect unless preceded by the helping verb IS/ WAS.
Defends - protects.
Caribbean remedies.
A collide
B clashing
C compute
D conspire
E commend
Correct Answer – A. collide

Explanation: We need a plural form verb to link the plural noun WORLDS. The sentence talks about how
human experience is enriched when worlds come together or combine. COLLIDE means to come together
and will fit here. Thus, (a) is the right answer.
Let’s Study Together – India’s No.1 Govt. Job Exam Prep. Website – BANK | RBI | SEBI | NABARD | SSC | Railways
Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

www.letsstudytogether.co
CLASHING is a continuous form verb and will incorrect unless preceded by the helping verb ARE/ WERE.
Compute - calculate. Conspire - plan secretly. Commend - praise.
Caribbean remedies.
A accompany
B coupled
C tripled
D doubled
E consume
Correct Answer – B. coupled

Explanation: We need a past participle form verb to fit in this part of the sentence which is in passive
voice. COUPLED means accompanied and will fit here. Thus, (b) is the right answer.
ACCOMPANY is a base form verb. Tripled - increased by three times. Doubled - increased by two times.
Consume - eat.
Caribbean remedies.
A employ
B replace
C initiate
D intimidate
E circulate
Correct Answer – E. circulate

Explanation: We need a base form verb to follow the modal verb DID. The sentence talks about how
knowledge did not flow freely. CIRCULATE means spread or flow and will fit here. Thus, (e) is the right
answer.
Employ - hire. Replace - supplant. Initiate - begin. Intimidate - frighten.

Caribbean remedies.
A confessed
B regressed
C suppressed
D depressed
E impressed
Correct Answer – C. suppressed

Explanation: We need a verb in the past participle form to fit in the passive voice sentence. The sentence
tells us how knowledge is hidden. SUPPRESSED means restrained, and will fit here. Thus, (c) is the right
answer.
Confessed - admitted. Regressed - went back to former stage of development. Depressed - became or
caused to become unhappy or hopeless. Impressed - caused to feel admiration.
Directions:(5-14) Below, a passage is given with ten blanks labelled (A)-(J). Below the passage, five
options are given for each blank. Choose the word that fits each blank most appropriately in the context
of the passage, and mark the corresponding answer.
5. The major environmental impact of a nuclear power plant is caused by various types of harmful
discharges __ (A) __ into the biosphere. Thermal discharges are a major concern. Most modern nuclear
plants are designed with closed cooling cycles, usually based on natural draft cooling towers, which
discharge waste heat directly into the atmosphere. The thermal pollution from these enormous plants
directly into the atmosphere can have __ (B) __ effects on national and global meteorology, causing
unfavourable conditions from dangerous fogs and icing to global __ (C) __. Another negative aspect of
the water cooling process of the nuclear reactor is the enormous amount of local water that is required
to replenish evaporated water in the cooling towers. The water requirements for a 1,000 megawatt
nuclear plant are about 50,000 gallons per minute from a nearby __ (D) __ of water. Nuclear power
plants also produce significant amounts of dangerous radioactive waste in the form of solids, __ (E) __,
and gases. These wastes must be disposed off so there is no risk to humans and plants. Radioactive
materials severely damage living cells that are exposed to it. The effect is similar to being badly burned.
Radiation also __ (F) __ cell division, which can lead to __ (G) __.
In conclusion, nuclear power does have great potential in providing the world’s need for __ (H) __ which
is predicted by scientist to double in 50 years. Scientists are currently experimenting with nuclear fusion
instead of fission to create energy. Nuclear fusion does not create radioactive waste, and does not
cause massive explosions. Hydrogen, high pressure, and high temperatures are required to __ (I)
__ nuclear fusion. This achievement would mean that the nuclear fission reactors of today are just
stepping stones in the direction of unlimited and pollution free energy in the __ (J) __.
A Sent
B Released
C Hampered
D Exterminated

E Brought
Correct Answer – B. Released
Explanation: The discharges aren't intentionally created to pollute the biosphere, therefore sent is ruled
out. 'Exterminate' means 'to destroy' and therefore, it doesn't fit. Released is the most appropriate choice
and hence option 2) is the correct answer.
A Humorous
B Rapid
C Side
D Negative
E Positive
Correct Answer – D. Negative

Explanation: The effects mentioned after the blank must be bad for the environment as they are caused
through pollution. Thus, 'negative' is the most appropriate fit here. Option 4 is also an apt fit as it has been
said that they cause 'unfavourable conditions'. 'Side' is inappropriate in the context of environment.

A Temperatures
B Boiling
C Warming
D Cooling
E Conditions
Correct Answer – C. Warming

Explanation: Global warming is the specific term for rise in world temperatures, and it is caused due to
thermal pollution. Hence, option 3) is the correct answer.
A Amount
B Lake
C Embodiment

D Body
E Ocean
Correct Answer – D. Body

Explanation: Embodiment => a tangible or visible form of an idea, quality, or feeling; an incorporation.
Therefore, option 3) doesn't fit in. Even though lake and ocean both fit in the blank space and are also
grammatically correct, body is the more appropriate choice as it is a wider term and covers all sources of
water. Hence, option 4) is the correct answer.
A Semi-solids
B Vapours
C Electricity
D Liquids
E Plasma
Correct Answer –D. Liquids

Explanation: The sentence talks about the waste produced in the three states of matter. Solids and gases
are already mentioned, and therefore, liquids is the third one. Hence, option 4) is the correct answer.

A Affects
B Effects
C Stops
D Imitates
E Appendages
Correct Answer – A. Affects

Explanation: Radiation is harmful for cell division, but it doesn't totally stop, thus, option 3) can be ruled
out. Appendage means 'addition' and is an unfit here. 'Affect' is a verb and means 'to have an effect on'.
On the other hand 'effect' is a noun which means 'consequence'. So, option 1) best fits the blank space as
radiation can have have an effect on cell division.

A Diseases
B Cell division
C Blockages
D Consequences
E Cancer
Correct Answer – E. Cancer

Explanation: Even though diseases is grammatically correct and fits, the specific term for the disease
caused due to problems in cell division is cancer. Hence, option 5) is the correct answer.
A Electricity
B Energy
C Fission
D Fusion
E Radiation
Correct Answer – B. Energy
Explanation: The following sentence talks about meeting the demand for energy, which has been
mentioned in the sentence of the blank. Therefore, energy is the word for the blank.

A Undergo
B Facilitates
C Produce
D Aids
E Give out
Correct Answer – C. Produce

Explanation: Hydrogen, high pressure, and high temperatures aren't just required to help fusion, they are
mandatory for it. Therefore, produce is the most appropriate choice. Options 2 and 4 could have fit the
blank, had they had they been in the form 'facilitate' and 'aid'. Hence, option 3) is the correct answer.

A Power plants
B Past
C Reactors
D Making
E Future
Correct Answer – E. Future
Explanation: 'Stepping stone' refers to 'an action or event that helps one to make progress towards a
specified goal'. Goals will be achieved in the future. The presence of today in the sentence indicates that
we are talking with respect to time and not place, which rules out 1) and 3). Hence, option 5) is the correct
answer.
15. Environmental degradation is the ____ (A) ____ of the earth or deterioration of the environment
through ____ (B) ____ of assets, for example, air, water and soil; the destruction of environments and
the ____ (C) ____ of wildlife. It is characterised as any ____ (D) ____ or aggravation to nature’s turf seen
to be pernicious or undesirable. Ecological effect or degradation is ____ (E)____ by the consolidation of
an effectively substantial and ___ (F) ____ human populace, constantly ____ (G)____ monetary
development or per capita fortune and the ____ (H)____ of asset exhausting and polluting technology.
It occurs when earth’s natural resources are ____ (I)____ and environment is compromised in the form
of extinction of species, pollution in air, water and soil, and ___ (J)___ growth in population.
A Degrading
B Diffculty
C Disintegration
D Abuse
E Abusive
Correct Answer – C. Disintegration
Explanation: The blank is looking for a word that will define 'degradation in the environment'. Thus the
correct word to fit the blank is 'disintegration'.
A Consumption
B Exhaust

C Resources
D Reduction
E Deplete
Correct Answer – A. Consumption
Explanation:
The blank is looking for a word synonymous with 'use'. Thus the correct word is 'consumption'.
A Finish
B End
C Eradication
D Extinction
E Deforestation
Correct Answer – C. Eradication
Explanation:
The blank is looking for a word that will mean that wildlife is slowly becoming depleted. Thus 'eradication'
is the best word to fit the blank.
A Objective
B Evaluation
C Assessment
D Change
E Constant
Correct Answer – D. Change
Explanation:
Nature is affected by certain things that cause degradation. The correct word to fit the blank is 'change' as
it goes with 'aggravation' meaning unwelcome change.

A Reacted
B Created
C Destroyed
D Found
E Cherished
Correct Answer – B. Created
Explanation:
How environmental degradation takes place is best given by the word 'created'.
A Reducing
B Diminishing
C Abating
D Expanding
E Constant
Correct Answer – D. Expanding
Explanation: Human population is growing. Thus 'expanding' is the best word to fit the blank.
A Expanding

B Diminishing
C Abating
D Reducing
E Constant
Correct Answer – A. Expanding
Explanation: With a growing population, the monetary development also grows. Thus 'expanding' is the
correct word to fit the blank.
A Exhaust
B Consume
C Application
D Consumption
E Apply
Correct Answer – C. Application
Explanation: The blank is looking for a noun. The word will mean 'employment'. Thus application is the
correct word to fit the blank.
A Depleted
B Depletion
C Exhaustive
D Consumption
E Consume
Correct Answer – A. Depleted
Explanation:
The blank is looking for a noun that will help imply that resources are being used up and that is when
degradation takes place. Thus 'depleted' is the correct word to fit the blank.

A Moderate
B Rapid
C Slow
D Sluggish
E Constant
Correct Answer – B. Rapid
Explanation: Since the growth in population is very fast, the correct word to fit the blank is 'rapid'.
25. Did you know Cyclone Hudhud, which hit India's south-eastern coast last Sunday afternoon, was
'born' in Oman? We are talking about the name of the cyclone, not the storm. The cyclone itself __ (A)
__ in the north Andaman Sea in the Bay of Bengal and __ (B) __ towards Andhra Pradesh and Odisha,
and also had an __ (C) __ on states like Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh and Bihar. The name
Hudhud in Arabic refers to the Hoopoe bird.
"All tropical cyclones are given names only to provide easy __ (D) __ between forecasters and the
general public regarding forecasts, cyclone watches and warnings. Since the storms can often last a
week or longer and more than one can be occurring in the same basin at the same time, names can
reduce the confusion about what storm is being described. The first use of a proper name for a tropical
cyclone was by an Australian forecaster early in the 20th century. While the Southwest Indian Ocean
tropical cyclones were first named during the 1960/1961 season, the North Indian Ocean region tropical
cyclones (which includes the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea cyclones) are being named since October
2004.The months of May-June and October-November are known to produce cyclones of severe __ (E)
__. Tropical cyclones developing during the monsoon months (July to September) are generally not so
intense.
In 2004, an __ (F) __ panel on tropical cyclones led by the World Meteorological Organization decided to
name the cyclones. Eight countries - India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Maldives, Myanmar, Oman, Sri Lanka
and Thailand __ (G) __ the meet. They came up with a list of 64 names - eight names from each country
for __ (H) __ cyclones.
Names can be suggested by the general public in the member country or by the government. India, for
example, welcomes suggestions on the condition that the name must be short and readily understood,
not culturally sensitive and not convey some __ (I) __and potentially inflammatory meaning, said IMD
sources.

The tropical storms are named by the eight nations in alphabetical order of their names. After Cyclone
Hudhud, it is now Pakistan's turn to name the next cyclone, which has picked up the name Cyclone
Nilofar. Some of the Indian names in the queue are the more __ (J) __ Megh (Cloud), Sagar (Ocean) and
Vayu (Wind). Hudhud was 34th name of the list, and 30 more are in the queue.
A Started
B Introduced
C Inaugurated
D Originated
E Began
Correct Answer – D. Originated

Explanation: The blank is looking for a word that will express from where the cyclone was created. The
correct word to express the same is 'originated' which conveys that the cyclone initiated in the north
Andaman Sea in the Bay of Bengal. All the other words also indicate towards initiation, but in the context
of 'cyclones', option 4 is the best fit answer.
intense.
sources.

A Moved
B Hurtled
C Ran
D Pushed
E Swept
Correct Answer – B. Hurtled
Explanation:
The blank is looking for a word that will mean that the cyclone made its way to the other states at a great
speed and in an uncontrollable manner. 'Hurtled' is the correct word to express the same. All the other
words are not as appropriate.
intense.
sources.
A Affected
B Cause
C Effect
D Occupied

E Reason
Correct Answer – C. Effect

Explanation: The sentence under concern wants to convey the idea that along with Andhra Pradesh and
Odisha, the cyclone Hudhud also impacted few other states. The correct word to fit the blank is 'effect'
because it shares the meaning of 'impact'. 'Affected' could have been used if the sentence read like
'hurtled towards Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, and also affected states like Uttar Pradesh....' All the other
options do not fit the blank space appropriately. Thus, option 3 is the best fit answer.
intense.
sources.
A Communication
B Information
C Data
D Instrument
E Statistics
Correct Answer – A. Communication


Explanation The usage of between forecasters and the general public regarding forecasts, suggests that
the name helps to transmit information about the cyclone between two set of people. Thus, the correct
word to fit the blank is 'communication'. All the other options do not convey this idea.
intense.
sources.
A Damage
B Density
C Destruction
D Intensity
E Havoc
Correct Answer – D. Intensity

Explanation: The word that fits the blank is 'intensity' because it means the degree of strength or force.
Since we are talking about the power of the cyclones, the correct word to fit the blank is 'intensity'. The
other words focus on the destruction caused by the cyclone, but not its power.

intense.
sources.
A Global
B International
C Local
D National
E Globalized
Correct Answer – B. International

Explanation: The blank is preceded by 'an' hinting that the word must begin with a vowel. Thus the correct
word is 'international'.

intense.
sources.
A Gathered
B Participated
C Convened
D Assembled
E Attended
Correct Answer – E. Attended
Explanation: 'Participated' could have been used had the blank been succeeded by 'in'. 'Assembled' and
'gathered' would take the preposition 'at' after them. Since the preposition is absent, to show the
meaning of 'taking part' we can use the word 'attended'.

intense.
sources.
A Recent
B Earlier
C Upcoming
D Modern
E Past
Correct Answer – C. Upcoming
Explanation:
The sentence talks about adopting a naming convention for the cyclones. The convention can only be
implemented in the future and thus the correct answer is 'upcoming'.
intense.

sources.
A Unintended
B Intended
C Purposely
D Reasonably
E Forcibly
Correct Answer – A. Unintended
Explanation: The blank is looking for a word to describe meaning. From the options, only 'unintended' and
'intended' can fit the blank. We choose the former because the naming convention of a cyclone must
specify that the meaning of the word should not intend to convey any potentially harmful feeling.
intense.
sources.

A Weird
B Mysterious
C Abnormal
D Prosaic
E Strange
Correct Answer – D. Prosaic

Explanation: The blank needs a word that will denote what some of the common names of the cyclones
are. The correct word to fit the blank is 'prosaic' that means 'commmonplace'. All the other word convey
the meaning that the names are 'weird', thus, they can be eliminated.
Directions:(35-39) A passage is given below with five blanks labeled (A)-(E). Below the passage, four
35. Poorer countries could raise taxes, but they don’t because they have relied on market studies paid
for by tobacco companies. These suggest that high taxes on cigarettes cause a surge in smuggling
and, ___(A)___, reduce overall tax revenues. Now, independent studies by the World Bank and others
have shown that this conclusion is wrong. The black market is not as ___(B)___ as it seems and the
revenues raised by higher cigarette taxes can help suppress it.
The secret is to make the tax predictable and ___(C)___. A uniform tax of, say, $1 a pack on all brands
helps governments monitor compliance and predict tax revenues. As a rule, the World Health
Organisation says, taxes should be at least 75% of the retail price of the most popular brand of
cigarettes and rise with inflation and income growth.
The other step is to crack down on smuggling and tax evasion. Tax stamps that are difficult
to ___(D)___ are a good start. Brazil, the Philippines, and Turkey print encrypted codes on stamps in
invisible ink. Kenya fits tobacco ___(E)___ with devices that transmit their routes to the authorities,
helping them keep tabs on the merchandise.
A Abstruse
B Perversely
C Accost
D Dispel
E None of the above
Correct Answer – B. Perversely

Explanation: The passage mentions that poorer countries could have raised taxes but they couldn't as
they rely on market studies paid for by tobacco companies which further suggests that high taxes on

cigarettes cause a surge in smuggling which unexpectedly (as goes with the meaning of the context)
reduces overall tax revenues.
Out of the options mentioned above,
'Abstruse' means difficult to understand.
'Accost' means approach and address (someone) boldly or aggressively.
'Dispel' means make (a doubt, feeling, or belief) disappear.
While,
'Perversely' means in a manner contrary to what is expected or accepted which suits the best to the
meaning of the sentence making option 2 as the correct answer.
A Menacing
B Edict
C Ebullient
D Impetuous
E None of the above
Correct Answer – A. Menacing

Explanation: The passage mentions that:
The black market is not as (a word that suits the meaning of the sentence) as it seems and the revenues
raised by higher cigarette taxes can help suppress it.
'Edict' means an official order or proclamation issued by a person in authority.
'Ebullient' means cheerful and full of energy.
'Impetuous' means moving forcefully or rapidly.
While,
'Menacing' means suggesting the presence of danger; threatening which suits the best to the meaning of
the sentence making option 1 as the correct answer.

A Inexorable
B Punitive
C Laconic
D Knell
E None of the above
Correct Answer – B. Punitive

Explanation: The passage mentions that to curb the problem of taxation the secret is to make the tax
predictable. We need to find a word which makes the sentence meaningful.
'Inexorable' means impossible to stop or prevent.
'Laconic' means using very few words.
'Knell' means ring solemnly, especially for a death or funeral.
While,
'Punitive' means extremely high which suits the best to the meaning of the sentence making option 2 as
the correct answer.
A Potentate
B Puerile
C Staid

D Counterfeit
E None of the above
Correct Answer – D. Counterfeit

Explanation The passage mentions that tax stamps that are difficult to ( a word that suits the sentence
needs to be find out) are a good start.
'Potentate' means a ruler who is unconstrained by law.
'Puerile' means displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity.
'Staid' means characterized by dignity and propriety.
While,
'Counterfeit' means to fake or make deceitful imitation which suits the best to the meaning of the
sentence making option 4 as the correct answer.
A Stolid
B Plaudit
C Lorries
D Sanguine
E None of the above
Correct Answer – C. Lorries

Explanation: The passage mentions that Kenya fits tobacco (a word that fits the meaning of the sentence
needs to be find out) with devices that transmit their routes to the authorities, helping them keep tabs on
the merchandise.
'Stolid' means calm, dependable, and showing little emotion or animation.
'Plaudit' means to praise.
'Sanguine' means optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad or difficult situation.
While,
'Lorries' means a large, heavy motor vehicle for transporting goods or troops or a truck which suits the
best to the meaning of the sentence making option 3 as the correct answer.

Directions:(40-44) In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage
carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the given alternatives. Note that the
word to be chosen has to be synonymous to the word given in the bracket.
40. The discussion on a social security and welfare system has degenerated into something __(A)__
(similar) to throwing money from a helicopter, especially in the politically charged atmosphere of
competing claims. The __(B)__ (types) of a universal basic income proposed by both those national
parties are, in effect, a __(C)__ (concealed) admission of mismanagement and failure to provide citizens
with basic public goods. There is no guarantee that __(D)__ (guaranteed) income programmes, by
whatever names they’re called, will result in the poor gaining improved access to quality education or
healthcare infrastructure. The rush to announce competing schemes should be preceded by __(E)__
(thought) on the ethics of replacing public goods with hard cash.
A Ashen
B Akin
C Asinine
D Parlance
E Askance
Correct Answer – B. Akin
Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means similar.
Let's look at the meanings:
Akin- similar.
Ashen- very pale with shock, fear, or illness.
Askance- with an attitude or look of suspicion or disapproval.
Parlance- a particular way of speaking.
Asinine- extremely stupid or foolish.
The only word that fits the blank is akin.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.
A Vitriol
B Vestige
C Vestibule
D Variants
E Verify

Correct Answer – D. Variants
Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means types.
Variants- various forms of types of something.
Vestibule- a chamber or channel opening into another.
Vestige- a trace or remnant of something.
Vitriol- bitter criticism or malice.
The only word that fits the blank is variants.
A Volition
B Propelled
C Reneged
D Verged
E Veiled
Correct Answer – E. Veiled

Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means concealed.
Verged - be very close or similar to.
Reneged - go back on a promise, undertaking, or contract.
veiled- hidden or concealed.
Volition - the faculty or power of using one's will.
Propelled- driven forward.
The only word that fits the blank is veiled.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 5

A Assured
B Assuaged
C Attribute
D Attained
E Attenuated
Correct Answer – A. Assured

Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means guaranteed.
Assured- fixed, guaranteed.
Assuaged - soothed, placated.
Attribute- property or characteristic
Attained- achieved, gained.
Attenuated - lessen the seriousness of something
The only word that fits the blank is assured.
A Detriment
B Delineation
C Deliberations
D Divestment
E Divulge
Correct Answer – C. Deliberations

Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means thought.
Deliberations- slow and careful movement or thought.
Delineation- the action of indicating the exact position of a border or boundary.
Detriment- loss or fall.
Divestment- removing of investment.
Divulge- To make known/ To make public.
The only word that fits the blank is deliberations.

Directions:(45-49) Below, a passage is given with five blanks labelled (A)-(E). Below the passage, five
options are given for each blank. Choose the word that fits each blank appropriately in the context of
the passage, and mark the corresponding answer.
45. The global trade war is about to get worse, as the rules-based system of international commerce is
(A) _______ to revert to an environment where the strong impose their (B) _______ upon the weak,
according to an internal memo circulated among European Union governments. The disputes between
the US and its closest trading partners are set to (C) _______ “in the coming months, as more unilateral
measures are threatened and imposed, leading, in some cases, to countermeasures, or to mercantilist
deals,” according to the memo drafted by the European Commission, which manages trade policy for
the entire bloc. The (D) _______ warnings come as the exports-based European economic model risks
crumbling under pressure from President Donald Trump, who has sought to narrow the US trade deficit
at all costs, even if that means an (E) _______ of global rules.
Which word comes in the blank labelled A?
A Debauch
B Despot
C Edict
D Evinced
E Poised
Correct Answer – E. Poised

Explanation: The correct answer is option 5. Poised means “be ready and prepared to do something.”
The rest of the words are irrelevant as they mean:
Debauch: a wild gathering involving excessive drinking
Despot: a cruel and oppressive dictator
Edict: a formal or authoritative proclamation
Evinced: gave expression to
Which word comes in the blank labelled B?
A Extol
B Hapless
C Impinge
D Will
E Paucity

Correct Answer – D. Will

Explanation: The correct answer is option 4. Will means “control deliberately exerted to do something or
to restrain one's own impulses.”
Extol: praise, glorify, or honor
Hapless: unfortunate and deserving pity
Impinge: infringe upon
Paucity: an insufficient quantity or number
Which word comes in the blank labelled C?
A Escalate
B Portent
C Preclude
D Surfeit
E Trite
Correct Answer – A. Escalate

Explanation: The correct answer is option 1. Escalate means “increase rapidly.”
Portent: a sign or warning that something usually bad or unpleasant is going to happen.
Preclude: make impossible, especially beforehand
Surfeit: indulge (one's appetite) to satiety
Trite: repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
Which word comes in the blank labelled D?

A Dire
B Truculent
C Vilify
D Turpitude
E Relegate
Correct Answer – A. Dire

Explanation: The correct answer is option 1. Dire means “extremely serious or urgent.”
Truculent: defiantly aggressive
Vilify: spread negative information about
Turpitude: a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice
Relegate: assign to a lower position
Which word comes in the blank labelled E?
A Promulgating
B Unraveling
C Obfuscating
D Inveterate
E Fractious
Correct Answer – B. Unraveling

Explanation: The correct answer is option 2. Unraveling means “undoing.”
Promulgating: stating or announcing
Obfuscating: making obscure or unclear
Inveterate: habitual
Fractious: easily irritated or annoyed
Directions:(50-57) In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage
carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the given alternatives.
50. The greatest improvements in the productive powers of labour, and the greater part of the __(A)__
(skill) and judgment, with which it is anywhere directed, or applied, seem to have been the effects of

the division of labour. The effects of the division of labour, in the general business of society, will be
more easily __(B)__ (understood), by considering in what manner it operates in some particular
manufactures. It is commonly supposed to be carried furthest in some very __(C)__ (minor) ones; not
perhaps that it really is carried further in them than in others of more importance: but in those
manufactures which are __(D)__ (meant ) to supply the small wants of but a small number of people,
the whole number of workmen must necessarily be small; and those employed in every different branch
of the work can often be collected into the same workhouse, and placed at once under the view of the
__(E)__ (observer).
In those great manufactures, on the __(F)__ (opposite), which are destined to supply the great wants of
the great body of the people, every different branch of the work employs so great a number of
workmen, that it is impossible to collect them all into the same workhouse. We can __(G)__ (rarely) see
more, at one time, than those employed in one single branch. Though in such manufactures, therefore,
the work may really be divided into a much greater number of parts, than in those of a more
insignificant nature, the division is not near so __(H)__ (obvious) and has accordingly been much less
observed.
A Malleability
B Fecundity
C Dexterity
D Ferocity
E Encumbrance
Correct Answer – C. Dexterity

Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means skill.
Malleability is the ability of things to take other
shapes. Fecundity is fertility. Ferocity means anger. Encumbrance means difficulty.
The only word that fits the blank is dexterity.
__(E)__ (observer).

observed.
A Comprehensive
B Compiled
C Contrived
D Apprehended
E Extradited
Correct Answer – D. Apprehended

Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means understood.
Comprehensive includes everything. Compiled means put together. Contrived is forced. Extradited mea
ns handed over.
The only word that fits the blank is apprehended.
__(E)__ (observer).
observed.
A Convivial
B Intrusive
C Palliative
D Meticulous
E Trifling
Correct Answer – E. Trifling

Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means minor.
Convivial means friendly. Intrusive means causing disruption. Palliative is intended to alleviate a problem
without addressing the underlying cause.
Meticulous means detailed.

The only word that fits the blank is trifling.
__(E)__ (observer).
observed.
A Destined
B Distilled
C Derived
D Devolved
E Derogated
Correct Answer – A. Destined

Explanation:
The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means 'meant to'.
The only word that fits the blank is destined, which means 'supposed to happen'.
Distilled: Having been purified after undergoing heating and condensation
Derived: Obtained something from a specific source
Devolved: Transferred or delegated power from a higher to a lower level
Derogated: Detracted from; deviated from

__(E)__ (observer).
observed.
A Spectre
B Wraith
C Illusion
D Spectator
E Silhouette
Correct Answer – D. Spectator

Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means 'observer'.
Spectre and wraith mean a ghostlike apparition. Illusion is the deceptive image of
something. Silhouette is the outline of something against the light.
The only word that fits the blank is spectator or someone who is looking upon something.
__(E)__ (observer).
observed.
A Contrast
B Corollary
C Contrary
D Antithesis

E Invert
Correct Answer – C. Contrary

Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means the opposite.
Corollary is the direct result of something.
Contrast, contrary, antithesis and invert all mean 'opposite'.
Looking at the sentence, which uses the words on the before the blank, we can use the word 'contrary'.
This forms the phrase 'on the contrary', which means 'in opposition to'.
__(E)__ (observer).
observed.
A Seldom
B Beseech
C Regularly
D Render
E Often
Correct Answer – A. Seldom

Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means 'rarely'.
To beseech is to request. To render is to cause to become.
The only word that fits the blank is seldom, which means infrequently, rarely.

__(E)__ (observer).
observed.
A Alter
B Manifest
C Obvert
D Contest
E Subvert
Correct Answer – B. Manifest

Explanation: The sentence suggests that the blank must contain a word that means 'obvious'.
To alter and to obvert is to change. Subvert is to undermine a power.
The only word that fits the blank is manifest, which means clear or obvious.

English Cloze Test Practice Questions 2021

Uploaded by

Document Information

Copyright

Available Formats

Share this document

Share or Embed Document

Sharing Options

Did you find this document useful?

Is this content inappropriate?

Copyright:

Available Formats

English Cloze Test Practice Questions 2021

Uploaded by

Copyright:

Available Formats

www.letsstudytogether.

English Cloze Test Practice Questions 2021

Correct Answer – D. represents

Correct Answer – A. collide

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – B. coupled

Correct Answer – E. circulate

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – C. suppressed

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – D. Negative

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – C. Warming

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – D. Body

Correct Answer –D. Liquids

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – A. Affects

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – E. Cancer

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – C. Produce

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – D. Originated

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – C. Effect

Correct Answer – A. Communication

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – D. Intensity

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – B. International

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – D. Prosaic

Correct Answer – B. Perversely

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – A. Menacing

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – B. Punitive

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – D. Counterfeit

Correct Answer – C. Lorries

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – E. Veiled

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – A. Assured

Correct Answer – C. Deliberations

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – E. Poised

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – D. Will

Correct Answer – A. Escalate

Copyright 2021 @ www.letsstudytogether.co

Correct Answer – A. Dire

Correct Answer – B. Unraveling