English 1 Quiz 1: 10 October 2021, Set POD21TE3QZ1QPA (September 2021 term)

Read the passage and answer the given subquestions.
The film Lawrence of Arabia may be somewhat dated by modern special-effects standards, but it remains a high-water mark in the annals of filmmaking. Since we’re on the subject of CGI and other computer-generated special effects, Lawrence has none for the simple reason that it was actually filmed using real people who really performed the action. The long, slow scenes of camels walking in the desert may seem dull to the modern animation-jaded viewer, but those willing to pay attention to the underlying themes will be well rewarded by what the movie is saying. And it is the theme of Lawrence that really stays with a viewer, even today, some 40 years after it was released. That theme is the age-old story of hubris—the pride of a man which raises him above his peers, only to dash him on the rocks of self-indulgence by the end. We see this tragic foible of mankind worked out fully in the character of Lawrence himself, who begins the film as a brilliant genius who is eager to get involved in the desert conflicts of World War I. His cocky attitude irritates his superiors and amuses the Arabs fighting alongside the British, but his genius for details and strategy soon overcome all obstacles. Lawrence’s brilliant victory at the Suez Canal could only have been accomplished by Lawrence, and his own self-sacrifice and commitment to his followers display the best of his character. Unfortunately, the baser elements of that character gradually take control as the film moves along, and Lawrence slowly declines into a dangerous blend of despair and self-assurance. The problem gradually becomes evident: Lawrence has grown to believe that he is equal to God, the one who both gives life and takes it away again.

What is displayed as the best of Lawrence’s character?

Read the passage and answer the given subquestions.
The film Lawrence of Arabia may be somewhat dated by modern special-effects standards, but it remains a high-water mark in the annals of filmmaking. Since we’re on the subject of CGI and other computer-generated special effects, Lawrence has none for the simple reason that it was actually filmed using real people who really performed the action. The long, slow scenes of camels walking in the desert may seem dull to the modern animation-jaded viewer, but those willing to pay attention to the underlying themes will be well rewarded by what the movie is saying. And it is the theme of Lawrence that really stays with a viewer, even today, some 40 years after it was released. That theme is the age-old story of hubris—the pride of a man which raises him above his peers, only to dash him on the rocks of self-indulgence by the end. We see this tragic foible of mankind worked out fully in the character of Lawrence himself, who begins the film as a brilliant genius who is eager to get involved in the desert conflicts of World War I. His cocky attitude irritates his superiors and amuses the Arabs fighting alongside the British, but his genius for details and strategy soon overcome all obstacles. Lawrence’s brilliant victory at the Suez Canal could only have been accomplished by Lawrence, and his own self-sacrifice and commitment to his followers display the best of his character. Unfortunately, the baser elements of that character gradually take control as the film moves along, and Lawrence slowly declines into a dangerous blend of despair and self-assurance. The problem gradually becomes evident: Lawrence has grown to believe that he is equal to God, the one who both gives life and takes it away again.

What is the central theme of Lawrence of Arabia, according to this passage?

Read the passage and answer the given subquestions.
The film Lawrence of Arabia may be somewhat dated by modern special-effects standards, but it remains a high-water mark in the annals of filmmaking. Since we’re on the subject of CGI and other computer-generated special effects, Lawrence has none for the simple reason that it was actually filmed using real people who really performed the action. The long, slow scenes of camels walking in the desert may seem dull to the modern animation-jaded viewer, but those willing to pay attention to the underlying themes will be well rewarded by what the movie is saying. And it is the theme of Lawrence that really stays with a viewer, even today, some 40 years after it was released. That theme is the age-old story of hubris—the pride of a man which raises him above his peers, only to dash him on the rocks of self-indulgence by the end. We see this tragic foible of mankind worked out fully in the character of Lawrence himself, who begins the film as a brilliant genius who is eager to get involved in the desert conflicts of World War I. His cocky attitude irritates his superiors and amuses the Arabs fighting alongside the British, but his genius for details and strategy soon overcome all obstacles. Lawrence’s brilliant victory at the Suez Canal could only have been accomplished by Lawrence, and his own self-sacrifice and commitment to his followers display the best of his character. Unfortunately, the baser elements of that character gradually take control as the film moves along, and Lawrence slowly declines into a dangerous blend of despair and self-assurance. The problem gradually becomes evident: Lawrence has grown to believe that he is equal to God, the one who both gives life and takes it away again.

Why were superiors irritated by Lawrence?

Read the passage and answer the given subquestions.
The film Lawrence of Arabia may be somewhat dated by modern special-effects standards, but it remains a high-water mark in the annals of filmmaking. Since we’re on the subject of CGI and other computer-generated special effects, Lawrence has none for the simple reason that it was actually filmed using real people who really performed the action. The long, slow scenes of camels walking in the desert may seem dull to the modern animation-jaded viewer, but those willing to pay attention to the underlying themes will be well rewarded by what the movie is saying. And it is the theme of Lawrence that really stays with a viewer, even today, some 40 years after it was released. That theme is the age-old story of hubris—the pride of a man which raises him above his peers, only to dash him on the rocks of self-indulgence by the end. We see this tragic foible of mankind worked out fully in the character of Lawrence himself, who begins the film as a brilliant genius who is eager to get involved in the desert conflicts of World War I. His cocky attitude irritates his superiors and amuses the Arabs fighting alongside the British, but his genius for details and strategy soon overcome all obstacles. Lawrence’s brilliant victory at the Suez Canal could only have been accomplished by Lawrence, and his own self-sacrifice and commitment to his followers display the best of his character. Unfortunately, the baser elements of that character gradually take control as the film moves along, and Lawrence slowly declines into a dangerous blend of despair and self-assurance. The problem gradually becomes evident: Lawrence has grown to believe that he is equal to God, the one who both gives life and takes it away again.

Find a word to replace “mix of two things that became a combination of two”

Read the passage and answer the given subquestions.
The film Lawrence of Arabia may be somewhat dated by modern special-effects standards, but it remains a high-water mark in the annals of filmmaking. Since we’re on the subject of CGI and other computer-generated special effects, Lawrence has none for the simple reason that it was actually filmed using real people who really performed the action. The long, slow scenes of camels walking in the desert may seem dull to the modern animation-jaded viewer, but those willing to pay attention to the underlying themes will be well rewarded by what the movie is saying. And it is the theme of Lawrence that really stays with a viewer, even today, some 40 years after it was released. That theme is the age-old story of hubris—the pride of a man which raises him above his peers, only to dash him on the rocks of self-indulgence by the end. We see this tragic foible of mankind worked out fully in the character of Lawrence himself, who begins the film as a brilliant genius who is eager to get involved in the desert conflicts of World War I. His cocky attitude irritates his superiors and amuses the Arabs fighting alongside the British, but his genius for details and strategy soon overcome all obstacles. Lawrence’s brilliant victory at the Suez Canal could only have been accomplished by Lawrence, and his own self-sacrifice and commitment to his followers display the best of his character. Unfortunately, the baser elements of that character gradually take control as the film moves along, and Lawrence slowly declines into a dangerous blend of despair and self-assurance. The problem gradually becomes evident: Lawrence has grown to believe that he is equal to God, the one who both gives life and takes it away again.

Identify the tense of the underlined verbal phrase in the sentence: Lawrence has grown to believe that he is equal to God, the one who both gives life and takes it away again.

Listen to the audio sample and answer the given subquestions.

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According to Malala, which among the following are the ways by which people describe her?

Listen to the audio sample and answer the given subquestions.

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Identify the word in the audio that means ‘lacking a specified benefit that is considered important.’

Listen to the audio sample and answer the given subquestions.

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Malala Youafazai received the Nobel Prize for _______.

Listen to the audio sample and answer the given subquestions.

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In the speech, Malala refers to Kailash Satyarthi, a Nobel Prize laureate who works for________

Listen to the audio sample and answer the given subquestions.

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What did Malala stand up for?

Mark the appropriate response.
I have been trying to talk to her . Could you please ask her to __________ the call.

State True or False:
‘I can hear you on and off.’ is a response used by the speaker to indicate that the other person is not audible, or their voice is not clear enough.

The word 'spree’ has a

How do you pronounce the word ‘Blast’?

Which among the following does NOT carry the sound /s/?

Which among the following does NOT carry the sound /p/?

I watched _____ interesting film yesterday.

The gown was stitched in _____ unique design.

Choose the synonym (that suits best) for the word given below.
Exhausted

Choose the synonym (that suits best) for the word given below.
Mild

‘Mr. Pneumonia was not what you would call a chivalric old gentleman.’ In this sentence, the word ‘call’ is used as a __________________.

I like people who can question the officers without any inhibitions.
In this sentence, the word ‘question’ is used as a verb. Choose the sentence below where ‘question’ functions as a noun.

‘Chivalry’ is a ___________________.

The word ‘aggrandize’ has

Which among the following has the correct stress-pattern?

Which among the following has the correct stress-pattern?

Which among the following is the correct stress-pattern when ‘suspect’ functions as a noun?

Which among the following has an aspirated stop?

State True or False:
The plural marker for the words ‘methods’, ‘practicals’, and ‘experiments’ end in /s/, /z/, and /s/ sound respectively.

State True or False:
The correct stress-pattern for ‘look down’ is look DOWN.

State True or False:
Politeness in English can be indicated through intonation.

State True or False:
Words in English have grammatical gender.

Dynamite has ____ vowel sounds and _____syllables

In presentations, the presenter is:

Speaking fast causes stress to the listeners.

‘Mr. Brown your cab is here.’ Choose the option with the correct pauses in speech.

Match column A with suitable options in column B. (Hint: Collocation)

Eccentric

Match column A with suitable options in column B. (Hint: Collocation)

Scenic

Match column A with suitable options in column B. (Hint: Collocation)

Welcome

Match column A with suitable options in column B. (Hint: Collocation)

Far-reaching