Directions (1-5): In the following passage there are blanks, each of which has been numbered. These numbers are printed below the passage and against each, five words are suggested, one of which fits the blank appropriately. Find out the appropriate word in each case.
Higher education is the single most indicator of the nation’s future. However, developments in this sphere have been (1). The general condition of universities and colleges is a matter of greater (2). In terms of (3) numbers, enrollment is high. But percentage wise only 4.8% of the (4) age group is in higher education. Substandard education, (5) resources,
1. (5)
- (1 ) praiseworthy
- (2) uneven
- (3) abnormal
- (4) spectacular
- (5) deteriorating
2. (4)
- (1) belief
- (2) rejoice
- (3) delight
- (4) concern
- (5) projection
3. (1)
- (1) absolute
- (2) voluminous
- (3) proper
- (4) great
- (5) proportionate
4. (3)
- (1) small
- (2) credible
- (3) relevant
- (4) high
- (5) low
5. (5)
- (1) facilitative
- (2) supportive
- (3) abundant
- (4) tardy
- (5) scarce