Give it a try as you read the article. The quiz will be solved at the end of the evening lecture.
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Q 1. Which word best describes the author’s tone in the passage?
a) Optimistic
b) Critical
c) Indifferent
d) Skeptical
Q 2. Why does the author suggest that geopolitical shifts in the Atlantic region may benefit India?
a) They have weakened the EU’s economic stability, forcing new partnerships.
b) They have diverted U.S. diplomatic efforts away from Europe.
c) They have created an opportunity for India to fill the gap as a trusted partner.
d) They have encouraged EU nations to align with India's security policies.
Q 3. What can be inferred about the significance of India's trade diplomacy efforts in Europe?
a) India is focusing more on trade with Europe due to deteriorating relations with the U.S.
b) India’s diplomatic moves are influenced by the EU’s growing dissatisfaction with the U.S.
c) India sees an opportunity to strengthen ties with Europe due to shifting geopolitical trends.
d) India’s trade expansion plans are motivated by its strained relationship with China.
Q 4. (Meaning) Rapprochement –
a) Showdown
b) Reconciliation
Q 5. (One-word) Circumvent ?
Q 6. (Co-location) Impart – Punishment/Wealth/Insights ?
Q 7. (idiom) Wind in someone’s sails ?
Q 8-10. (Spot the errors) The presentation was expected to begin till 3 PM, but due to a technical issue was deferred to 6 PM, and could commence followed by a brief troubleshooting session.
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Q 1. Which word best describes the author’s tone in the passage?
a) Optimistic
b) Critical
c) Indifferent
d) Skeptical
Q 2. Why does the author suggest that geopolitical shifts in the Atlantic region may benefit India?
a) They have weakened the EU’s economic stability, forcing new partnerships.
b) They have diverted U.S. diplomatic efforts away from Europe.
c) They have created an opportunity for India to fill the gap as a trusted partner.
d) They have encouraged EU nations to align with India's security policies.
Q 3. What can be inferred about the significance of India's trade diplomacy efforts in Europe?
a) India is focusing more on trade with Europe due to deteriorating relations with the U.S.
b) India’s diplomatic moves are influenced by the EU’s growing dissatisfaction with the U.S.
c) India sees an opportunity to strengthen ties with Europe due to shifting geopolitical trends.
d) India’s trade expansion plans are motivated by its strained relationship with China.
Q 4. (Meaning) Rapprochement –
a) Showdown
b) Reconciliation
Q 5. (One-word) Circumvent ?
Q 6. (Co-location) Impart – Punishment/Wealth/Insights ?
Q 7. (idiom) Wind in someone’s sails ?
Q 8-10. (Spot the errors) The presentation was expected to begin till 3 PM, but due to a technical issue was deferred to 6 PM, and could commence followed by a brief troubleshooting session.