Fill in the Blanks

A Fill in the Blank question consists of a phrase, sentence, or paragraph with a blank spot where the missing word or words must be filled in by the student. A question with numerous blanks can likewise be created.

Verbal ability and reading comprehension or VARC:

VARC, or Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, is a portion of the MBA admission exam that cannot be mastered in a single sitting. You won’t be able to pass it by memorizing equations such as Quantitative Aptitude or by answering a series of practice problems such as Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning. Long-term preparation, understanding the fundamentals, and constant practice are the keys to success on this section of any MBA admission exam.

VARC, or Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, is a portion of the MBA admission exam that cannot be mastered in a single sitting. You won’t be able to pass it by memorizing equations such as Quantitative Aptitude or by answering a series of practice problems such as Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning. Long-term preparation, understanding the fundamentals, and constant practice are the keys to success on this section of any MBA admission exam.

The VARC section of the CAT exam is widely regarded as the most difficult of all the MBA entrance exams in India. This is because the Reading Comprehension sections on the CAT exam are mainly inference-based, whereas the passages on the CMAT and IIFT are fact-based. Similarly, the RC component of the XAT includes a poem.

The most common concern among MBA candidates throughout VARC preparation is how to tackle Reading Comprehension. Because it is impossible to create and master the art of reading in six months, individuals who have a reading habit will have an advantage in undertaking RC preparation without difficulty.

CAT Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) Syllabus:

CAT Reading Comprehension Syllabus-

• Current Affairs– Issues influencing social life, foreign relations, governance policies, and programs such as Triple Talaq, CAA, Covid 19 Pandemic, Clean India Project, citizen migration from one country to another, and worldwide intolerance are examples of current affairs.

• Business and Economics– Economic Change, Environmental Economic Growth, Indian Demonetization Effect, and Government Waste Expenditure are all topics in business and economics.

• Literature – Selections from numerous works of English literature, essays by prominent philosophers and thinkers, and speeches by notable figures such as Charles Dickens, Aristotle, Martin Luther King, Mohan Das Karam Chand Gandhi, and Winston Churchill, to name a few.

• Science and Culture – The transition to the modern world, and the disappearance of society as a result of technological progress.

• Abstract Topics and Fiction – Because they are opinion-based, such passages require applicants think a lot and put themselves in the author’s place before answering the questions.

• Historical Events – Historical events, such as the French Revolution and the Wars of the Roses, ushered in social change. Social developments in Indian culture, as well as the ideas espoused by various activists, are still relevant.

• Mythology – These chapters attempt to link mythical events to the actual social system, and responses must be given accordingly.

VARC questions and answers:

Q1. Antonyms.

one option that means the polar opposite of the given word: 

A. copious:

a. Reverse

b. Scarce

c. Abundant

d. Short

Ans. Option B.

The antonym of copious is sparse, which indicates abundant or bountiful.

B. Artificial:

a. Natural

b. Fictitious

c. Original

d. Liquid

Ans. Option A.

The antonym of artificial is natural, as in an artificial lake and a natural lake.

C. Enormous:

a. Hard

b. Soft

c. Hot

d. Tiny

Ans. Option D.

Enormous refers to huge, vast, massive or giant, so its antonym is tiny.

D. Relinquish:

a. Strong

b. Powerful

c. Renounce

d. Posses

Ans. Option D.

Posses is the antonym of relinquish, which meaning surrender, forsake, etc.

E. Extend:

a. Condense

b. Expand

c. Congestion

d. Convert

Ans. Option A.

Extend is a verb that implies “to expand,” “to widen,” or “to enlarge.” As a result, its antonym is ‘condense,’ which implies ‘to compress, squeeze, or to squeeze.’

Q2. Sporting errors.

A. will be unable to treat (1) this complex condition (2) unless they are provided with complete medical equipment (3). (4). There are no mistakes (5).

a. 1

b. 2

c. 3

d. 4

e. 5

Ans. Option D.

The word except is a conditional one. To amend this statement, remove the word ‘not’ from section 4 of the sentence.

B. Several well-known politicians (1) implicated in the controversy (2) have been summoned (3) to testify before the investigating committee. (4) Error-free (5).

a. 1

b. 2

c. 3

d. 4

e. 5

Ans. Option D.

In the fourth half of the phrase, the word ‘to’ should be substituted with ‘before,’ as in, before the investigative committee.

C. After spending a few months in Mumbai, he discovered that (1) no one was pessimistic (3). (4). There are no errors (5).

a. 1

b. 2

c. 3

d. 4

e. 5

Ans. Option D.

In the fourth portion of the sentence, the word ‘in’ should be substituted with ‘about,’ for example, about people.

D. The majority of the state’s land (1) is a lush plain (2) through which (3) the sacred Ganges flows (4). There are no errors (5).

a. 1

b. 2

c. 3

d. 4

e. 5

Ans. Option C.

In the third portion of the sentence, the word ‘between’ should be replaced with ‘through,’ as in, through which the sacred river Ganges flows.

Conclusion

The ability of a person to explain thoughts using words in a clear and understandable manner is known as verbal ability. In competitive tests, verbal ability is a critical component. A good vocabulary and sentence-forming skills are essential for aspirants who want to do well in Verbal Ability.

Children can’t make sense of what they read if they don’t understand it. Comprehension tactics are used to assist youngsters have a better knowledge of the material and become active readers by interacting with it.