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Para Completion: Practice Questions with Answers
11 practice questions on Para Completion, with answers; most also have an explanation or a worked solution. Try each one before you open its answer.
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Q.1
Complete the paragraph: "Renewable energy sources like solar and wind are becoming cheaper every year. Many countries are now generating a significant share of their electricity from these sources. ___" (A) As costs continue to fall, this share is expected to keep growing in the coming decades. (B) However, fossil fuels will remain completely irrelevant from now on. (C) Solar panels require regular cleaning to maintain efficiency. (D) Wind turbines are very tall structures.
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Answer: (A) As costs continue to fall, this share is expected to keep growing in the coming decades.
Solution:
- (A) directly continues the established trend (falling costs, growing share) into the future. Correct.
- (B) overreaches with "completely irrelevant," far stronger than anything the paragraph supports. (C) and (D) are plausible but unrelated details, not a continuation of the trend.
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Q.2
Complete the paragraph: "Many cities are expanding their public transport networks to reduce dependence on private vehicles. Metro systems, in particular, have seen a sharp rise in daily ridership over the past decade. ___" (A) This growth suggests that well-connected public transport can meaningfully shift commuter habits. (B) Private car ownership will disappear completely within a few years. (C) Metro trains are typically powered by electricity. (D) Ticket prices vary across different cities.
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Answer: (A) This growth suggests that well-connected public transport can meaningfully shift commuter habits.
Solution:
- (A) continues the stated trend (rising ridership) with a measured, supported conclusion. Correct.
- (B) overreaches with "disappear completely" — far stronger than the paragraph supports. (C) and (D) are unrelated details.
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Q.3
Complete the paragraph: "A significant portion of food produced globally is never eaten and ends up in landfills. This waste occurs at multiple stages, from farms and storage facilities to retail stores and households. ___" (A) Addressing food waste at each of these stages could meaningfully reduce the overall amount lost. (B) Farmers will stop growing crops entirely if this trend continues. (C) Landfills are typically located outside city limits. (D) Some fruits ripen faster than others.
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Answer: (A) Addressing food waste at each of these stages could meaningfully reduce the overall amount lost.
Solution:
- (A) draws a measured conclusion directly from the stated multi-stage problem. Correct.
- (B) overreaches with an absurd, unsupported absolute claim. (C) and (D) are unrelated trivia.
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Q.4
Complete the paragraph: "The number of electric vehicles on Indian roads has grown rapidly over the past five years. Several state governments have introduced subsidies to encourage buyers. Charging infrastructure, however, is still limited in smaller towns. ___" (A) This remains one of the key challenges to wider EV adoption outside major cities. (B) Many car manufacturers also produce motorcycles. (C) Petrol prices have remained stable this year. (D) Most buyers prefer vehicles with manual transmissions.
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Answer: (A) This remains one of the key challenges to wider EV adoption outside major cities.
Solution:
- (A) directly follows from the stated limitation, naming it as a consequence/challenge. Correct.
- (B), (C) and (D) are all unrelated details that don’t continue the point about limited charging infrastructure.
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Q.5
Complete the paragraph: "Libraries have traditionally been seen as quiet spaces for reading and research. In recent years, many libraries have begun hosting community events, workshops and even coding classes. ___" (A) This reflects a broader shift towards libraries as multi-purpose community spaces. (B) Reading remains the only activity allowed inside library buildings. (C) Library buildings are typically made of brick and concrete. (D) Most libraries close on public holidays.
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Answer: (A) This reflects a broader shift towards libraries as multi-purpose community spaces.
Solution:
- (A) names the broader trend the paragraph’s examples (events, workshops, coding classes) are pointing to. Correct.
- (B) directly contradicts the paragraph, which says libraries now host other activities. (C) and (D) are unrelated details.
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Q.6
Complete the paragraph: "Regular physical exercise has been linked to improved mood and reduced stress. Several studies show that even short daily walks can have a measurable positive effect. ___" (A) Therefore, many health experts now recommend incorporating some form of daily movement into one’s routine. (B) Exercise equipment can be expensive to purchase. (C) Many people enjoy walking in natural surroundings such as parks. (D) Walking shoes come in many different styles.
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Answer: (A) Therefore, many health experts now recommend incorporating some form of daily movement into one’s routine.
Solution:
- (A) draws the natural "therefore" conclusion from the stated benefits. Correct.
- (B), (C) and (D) are all plausible but unrelated tangents, not a conclusion drawn from the stated benefits.
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Q.7
Complete the paragraph: "Working from home has given many employees greater flexibility over their schedules. However, some employees report feeling more isolated without regular in-person interaction with colleagues. ___" (A) This has led several companies to introduce regular in-person meetups to address the issue. (B) Remote work will be banned in most industries soon. (C) Office buildings are often located in city centres. (D) Some employees prefer working late at night.
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Answer: (A) This has led several companies to introduce regular in-person meetups to address the issue.
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Q.8
Complete the paragraph: "Several regions are experiencing increasingly severe water shortages due to changing rainfall patterns. Many local governments have begun promoting rainwater harvesting as a partial solution. ___" (A) Wider adoption of such practices could help ease the pressure on existing water sources. (B) Rainfall will stop occurring in affected regions entirely. (C) Most rainwater harvesting systems use plastic pipes. (D) Groundwater levels are measured in metres.
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Answer: (A) Wider adoption of such practices could help ease the pressure on existing water sources.
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Q.9
Complete the paragraph: "Urban green spaces such as parks and gardens help reduce air pollution and provide recreational areas for residents. Many cities are now investing in rooftop gardens and vertical greenery to make up for limited land. ___" (A) This trend is especially useful in densely populated cities with little available ground space. (B) Most rooftop gardens require a specially reinforced roof structure. (C) Most parks charge an entrance fee. (D) Air pollution levels vary by season.
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Answer: (A) This trend is especially useful in densely populated cities with little available ground space.
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Q.10
Complete the paragraph: "Online learning platforms have made education more accessible to students in remote areas. However, not every student has access to a stable internet connection or a suitable device. ___" (A) This gap continues to limit how equally the benefits of online learning are shared. (B) Online courses are always shorter than traditional classroom courses. (C) Some universities require entrance exams for admission. (D) Most universities now have a library.
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Answer: (A) This gap continues to limit how equally the benefits of online learning are shared.
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Q.11
Complete the paragraph: "Traditional handicrafts play an important role in preserving a region’s cultural heritage. Many artisans, however, struggle to find a sustainable market for their products. ___" (A) Online marketplaces have begun helping some of these artisans reach a wider base of customers. (B) Handicrafts are always more expensive than factory-made goods. (C) Most artisans work exclusively with wood. (D) Cultural heritage cannot be measured in economic terms.
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Answer: (A) Online marketplaces have begun helping some of these artisans reach a wider base of customers.
How these questions were made
Written by Mahesh Srivastava, Founder of Pariksha Saathi. Published: 2026-10-03.