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English II · Quiz 2 · 23 Nov 2025 · September 2025 term

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Read the passage, observe how numbers and figures are presented in it, and answer the given subquestions:
The Twin-Tunnel Project in Mumbai
The MMRDA has proposed the Thane-Borivali twin-tube tunnel to provide a long-lasting solution to the troubles faced in connectivity between Thane and Borivali. The travel from Borivali to Thane and vice-versa results in a detour of 23 km via Ghodbunder Road, [1] _____ the other available option via the Jogeshwari-Vikhroli link road increases the distance to [2] _____ 38 km. These long- distance travels [3] _____, which can extend further as per the dynamics of traffic.
The proposed twin-tube tunnel road will be 11.8 km long, with a 10.25 km tunnel road beneath the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Each one of the two tunnel roads [4] _____ and will constitute two lanes, with an additional dedicated lane for emergencies. This project will improve the connectivity between Thane and Borivali, resulting in [5] _____ in travel duration and fuel consumption. Also, this unique endeavour will turn out to be the longest tunnel road in Maharashtra, at an estimated cost of about Rs. 16,600 crore.
Jathar, Dnyanesh, and Nachiket Kelkar. “Third Mumbai Being Planned in MMR: Interview with Dr. Sanjay Mukherjee, Metropolitan Commissioner, MMRDA.” The Week, 03 Mar 2024, Mumbai, p. 39.

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option
This project will improve the connectivity between Thane and Borivali, resulting in [5] _____ in travel duration and fuel consumption.

  1. A

    a substantial reduction

  2. B

    a projected hike

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Correct answer

  • A

    a substantial reduction

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Question 5 of 40 in the IIT Madras BS English II (English 2) Quiz 2 paper sat on 23 Nov 2025, in the September 2025 term (IIT M DIPLOMA AN EXAM QDD2 23 Nov 2025 NEW). It carries 2 marks.

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