AILET LLM 2022 Question Paper

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SECTION – A : PART I – ENGLISH

Directions (Q. 1 – Q. 8) : Each set of questions in this section is based on the passage. The questions are to be answered on the basis of what is stated or implied in the passage. Choose the most appropriate answer; that is, the response that most accurately and completely answers the questions.

It is undeniable that the Corona virus disease has taken the world by surprise. Governments radically forced guidelines that, in a matter of days, shut down businesses indefinitely and people found themselves compelled to abide by new norms. While the hygiene measures remained the same as for previous pandemics, the social distancing norms were particularly disruptive and made the experience unique.

To society, social distancing presents the dangers of increasing social rejection, growing impersonality and individualism, and the loss of a sense of community. It negatively affects learning and growth, and it prevents people from effectively socialising, which is a fundamental human need. First and foremost, the measures carried a strong psychological message, which is the fear of others, along with the idea that others are potential carriers of deadly germs and life-threatening diseases. The alarming rate of contamination and death from the virus contributed to establishing more panic and even paranoia among many.

What is particularly concerning is the fact that this psychological effect could potentially remain in our communities, even long after the pandemic. Whether this is at work, in restaurants, or in public spaces, our society has long been characterised by physical interactions between people. We are used to working in groups, going places, meeting new people, and making conversations with them on a daily basis. As we navigate through life, much of what fulfills us are the bonds we create with other people, and more often than not, those bonds materialise through physical interactions. Indeed, feeling insufficiently connected to others is associated with profound and lasting negative consequences on physical and mental health, even leading to increased mortality.

Physical interactions are an essential part of human social experience, and they are particularly important for the social development of young people. indeed, young people flourish socially through connections and fulfilling relationships, which are also an integral part of their learning. By closing schools, the pandemic has prevented many children and adolescents from socialising with others. This has affected their ability to make quality connections, which impacts their personal growth. Long-term isolation leaves these basic human needs unsatisfied and ultimately affects mental health.

  1. The uniqueness of the experience referred to in paragraph 1 primarily refers to

a) An experience which is exceptionally different from others because it was memorable.

b) An extraordinary realisation that the entire world is suffering.

c) The thrill of living one’s life on one’s own terms.

d) The compulsion to distance oneself from others was disturbingly unprecedented.

  1. The passage indicates that social distancing norms

a) Had an overall detrimental impact on the people

b) Was imperative to save all lives

c) Were similar to hygiene norms adopted during earlier pandemics

d) Were extremely successful in preserving physical and social well-being

  1. According to the passage, the core need of a human being is

a) Academic advancement

b) Advantageous socialising

c) Adhering to government directives

d) Self-preservation

  1. Mankind finds its greatest fulfilment in

a) Earning its livelihood

b) The deep relationships forged by physical interaction

c) Striking conversations with other people

d) Surviving the pandemic

  1. Which of the following statements best describe the relationship between the first and the final paragraph ?

a) The first paragraph expresses the author’s concern and the final paragraph substantiates the idea.

b) The first paragraph outlines the issue and the final paragraph sums up the challenges.

c) The first paragraph discusses the issue while the final paragraph contradicts it.

d) The paragraphs are not related and convey different ideas.

  1. The phrase “navigate through life” in paragraph 3 implies

a) Reaching milestones

b) Accomplishing goals

c) Finding a direction

d) Enduring trauma

  1. What long term psychological impact is the author concerned about ?

a) People will get used to living in isolation even after the pandemic is over.

b) All social development of the young people will be stunted in the future.

c) Essential human interaction may not be viable as people will be more concerned about their individual safety.

d) Feeling disconnected from others may have a devastating impact on health and prove fatal.

  1. Which one of the following statements most accurately expresses the main point of the passage ?

a) While social distancing norms were essential for containing the spread of the pandemic, they have had a damaging impact on the social interaction of people, especially the youth.

b) Social distancing norms imposed during the pandemic were followed more rigorously than before and therefore the emotional health of all the people has been affected.

c) Young people can make meaningful physical interaction possible despite the curbs imposed by social distancing.

d) It is better to allow human beings to mingle with each other for the betterment of their mental health rather than keeping them apart for the sake of their physical health.

Directions (Q. 9 – Q. 15) : Each question has a word followed by four choices. Select the word which is most similar in meaning to the given word.

9. Palliative

a) Restive

b)Festive

c) Curative

d)Furtive

  1. Agog

a) Eager

b)Festive

c) Dreamy

d)Amiable

  1. Gullible

a) Inclement

b) Trustful

c) Distracted

d)Conceited

  1. Inure

a) Implore

b) Accustom

c) Enthral

d)Loathe

  1. Percipient

a) Pragmatic b)           Attentive

c) Parsimonious d)           Assiduous

  1. Unanimous

a) Long discussion

b) Joint venture

c) Firm belief

d) In agreement

  1. Fatigue

a) Tiredness

b)Unconcerned

c) Careless

d) Stubborn

Directions (Q. 16 – Q. 22) : Each question has a word followed by four choices, Select the suitable antonym.

  1. Cogitate

a) Fail to grow

b)Fail to think

c) Continue to perform

d)Continue to complain

  1. Reverent

a) Impolite               b)           Imbecile

c) Confounded               d)           Unforgiving

  1. Punctilious

a) Easygoing

b)Vindictive

c) Callous

d)Inquisitive

  1. Insouciant

a) Anxious

b)Beleaguered

c) Manipulative

d)Vivacious

  1. Ossify

a) Durable

b)Flexible

c) Dainty

d)Resilient

  1. Judicious

a) Imprudent

b) Impudent

c) Insolent

d)Insolvent

  1. Deride

a) Beautify

b)Inspire

c) Cleanse

d)Command

Directions (Q. 23 – Q. 29) : Choose the best word to fill in the blanks.

23. “Not to worry – our key witness has an ________ memory”, the lawyer said.

a) Ginormous

b) Infallible

c) Dynamic

d) Malleable

  1. The actor’s Oscar acceptance speech came off as 45 seconds of unabashed _________.

a) Rodomontade

b) Harangue

c) Sermon

d)Exhortation

  1. During lunch breaks, Sharad’s co-workers invariably would listen to him ________ over him having left his village.

a) Dote

b)Revel

c) Lambast

d)Repine

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