Comprehension
Practice Comprehension MCQs from the English syllabus.
The historical document was written in a language that no living person could speak, but it used symbols similar to ancient Egyptian. What can historians infer?
The author argues: 'The proliferation of smartphones is a double-edged sword; it connects us to the world but isolates us from the person sitting across the table.' What is the main concern?
In a study, children who were given 'free play' time showed higher levels of creativity than those in highly structured environments. What can be inferred about structured environments?
Economists noted that as the price of petrol rose, the sales of electric scooters in Kathmandu tripled. What is the most logical inference?
The scientist's hypothesis was rejected after the experiment was repeated five times by different labs with the same negative result. What does this say about the hypothesis?
The poem describes a 'winter of the soul,' where 'no birds sing and the sun is a distant memory.' What is the most likely theme?
The government announced a tax break for companies that hire disabled workers. What is the implied goal of this policy?
'It is not that I am so smart,' Einstein once said, 'it's just that I stay with problems longer.' What can we infer about Einstein's view on success?
The urban planner remarked, 'A city that prioritizes cars over pedestrians eventually loses its soul.' What does he value most?
The patient showed no symptoms for two weeks, but the virus was still detectable in her blood. This suggests the virus is in a...
The legal phrase 'innocent until proven guilty' implies that the burden of proof lies with...
The fossils were found in a layer of rock that was below a layer containing dinosaur bones. What can be inferred about the age of these fossils?
The company's mission statement focuses on 'sustainable growth,' yet they recently closed their environmental research wing. What is the most likely inference?
The philosopher argued that 'to name a thing is to limit it.' What does he mean?
Archaeologists found evidence of irrigation systems in the desert dated back 3000 years. What can they infer about the ancient civilization?
The software update was released yesterday, and today the help forums are flooded with complaints about battery drain. What is the most likely cause?
The speaker said: 'The silence from the audience was deafening.' What kind of silence was it?
A study found that people who exercise in the morning are more likely to stick to their routine than those who exercise in the evening. What is the implied reason?
The detective found a half-eaten meal on the table and the television still on. What is the best inference?
The author notes that while the country's GDP is rising, the average happiness index is falling. What is the author implying?