Directions: In question four alternatives are given for the Idiom/Phrase underlined in the sentences. Choose the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase and mark it is the Answer Sheet.

His argument cut no ice with me.

In these questions read each sentence to find out whether there is any error in it. If there is no error, the answer is (D).

One should respect (A) / the religions of others (B) / as much as his own. (C)/ No error (D) 

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

INTENTIONAL

Direction: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which can be substituted for the given sentence.

Some shots were fired at random.

In these questions read each sentence to find out whether there is any error in it. If there is no error, the answer is (D).

My best friend left the country.(a)/ hope to hearing (b)/ from her again soon. (c)/ No error (d).

Direction: In questions, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct and mark your answer in the Answer Sheet.

The old lady declared that she was going to walk where she pleased. They had the liberty. 

In the following question find out the correct spelling.

Read the Following Passage carefully and give the answer.

 To write well you have to be able to write clearly and logically, and you cannot do this unless you can think clearly and logically. If you cannot do this, yet you should train yourself to do it by taking particular problem and following them thought, point by point to a solution, without leaving anything out and without avoiding and difficulties that you meet.

At first you may find clear, step-by-step through very difficult. You may find that your mind is not able to concentrate. Several unconnected ideas may occur together. But Practice will improve your ability to concentrate on a single idea and think about it clearly and logically. In order to increase your vocabulary and to improve your style, you should read widely. Use a good dictionary to help you find the exact meaning and correct usage of words.

Always remember that regular and frequent practice is necessary if you want to learn to write well. It is no good waiting until you have an inspiration before you write. Even with the most famous writers, inspiration is rare. Some one said that writing is ninety-nine percent hard work and one percent inspiration, so the sooner you get into the habit of disciplining your self to write, the better.

To write well a person must train himself in-