GK
Theme
Story
Grammar
100
What is the full name of Dr. Abdul Kalam?
Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam.
100
How does the narrator's upbringing in a diverse religious environment shape his worldview and interactions with others?
Growing up in a family that respected and engaged with various religious traditions instilled in the narrator a deep sense of tolerance, respect, and harmony. This upbringing helped him form strong friendships with people of different faiths and understand the importance of unity in diversity.
100
How old was Abdul Kalam when the Second World War broke out
At that time he was just eight years old.
100
Each of the students (is/are) responsible for completing their own assignments.
Each of the students is responsible for completing their own assignments.
200
When was Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam born?
(a) 15 October 1931
(b) 2 September 1929
(c) 15 August 1923
(d) 29 February 1936
15 October 1931
200
What lessons does the narrator learn from his father’s approach to spirituality and religious harmony?
Answer: The narrator learns that spirituality is more about mutual respect and understanding than rigid rituals. His father’s open-minded discussions with religious leaders of other faiths teach him the value of inclusivity and the beauty of different perspectives.
200
What characteristics does Kalam say he inherited from his parents?
Kalam inherited honesty and self-discipline from his father and faith in goodness and deep kindness from his mother.
200
Identify the subject in the following sentence: Despite the heavy rain, the match continued unabated until the final whistle.
Subject: the match
300
Which island is named after Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam?
(a) Wheeler Island, Odisha
(b) Landfall Island
(c) Bhavani Island
(d) Sriharikota
Wheeler Island, located in Odisha, is currently known as Dr. Abdul Kalam Island
300
what did Gandhiji declare after the second world war was over?
Answer: Gandhiji declared "Indians will build their own India"
300
Name three close friends of Abdul Kalam.
Three close friends of Abdul Kalam were-Ramanadha Sastry, Aravindan and Sivaprakasan.
300
A.
Enticing
B.
Elusive
C.
Continual
D.
Disappear
Correct Answer
B. ElusiveExplanation
Fugacious means something that is fleeting or tending to disappear quickly, much like something elusive, which is hard to catch or keep. Both terms convey the idea of something that doesn't last long or is difficult to hold onto.
400
Which of the following award is not given to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam?
(a) Padma Bhushan
(b) Padma Vibhushan
(c) Shanti Swaroop Bhatnagar
(d) Bharat Ratna
Shanti Swaroop Bhatnagar award is not given to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
400
Analyze how the narrator's interactions with his father shape his moral and ethical framework.
The narrator's father emphasized honesty, self-discipline, and kindness. These values became the cornerstone of the narrator's moral and ethical framework.
400
what is the meaning of austere
simple,strict and severe
400
A.
Onomatopoeia
B.
Metaphor
C.
Personification
D.
Simile
Correct Answer
D. SimileExplanation
In the given sentence, "Her hair was like gravy, running brown off her head and clumping on her shoulder," the figure of speech used is:
Simile
A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words "like" or "as." In this case, the comparison is made between her hair and gravy, suggesting a similarity between the two in terms of texture, color, or consistency.
500
Where did Kalam complete his education in physics? A. Madras Institute of Technology
B. Saint Joseph's College, Tiruchirappalli
C. University of Madras
D. Schwartz Higher Secondary School
Saint Joseph's College, Tiruchirappalli
500
In what ways does the narrator’s first earning experience during the war period influence his sense of independence and responsibility?
Answer: Earning his own money for the first time during the war gives the narrator a sense of pride and independence. It teaches him the value of hard work and self-reliance, shaping his character and preparing him for future challenges.
500
what did his father say when APJ asked for permission to leave Rameswaram
does the seagull not fly across the sun, alone and without a nest
500
Natasha said, “We went on a summer trip.” Convert this sentence into reported speech.
Natasha said that they had gone on a summer trip.