MCQ
Cloze test MCQ - Practice Questions with Answers
Solve 180 Cloze test questions for RAS/RPSC preparation.
Practice questions
Q1Select the most appropriate word for blank (4). Excessive artificial illumination can obscure faint stars above towns. Much of this glow comes (1)______ poorly directed lamps that send light upwards rather than towards the ground. Since monitoring began, researchers (2)______ its effects on wildlife and human observation. Shielded fittings can (3)______ unnecessary glare by concentrating beams where they are useful. Such changes improve visibility; (4)______, they can reduce energy use without leaving streets unlit. The improvement comes (5)______ from adding brighter bulbs as from aiming existing ones carefully.
'Moreover' introduces an additional supporting point. The sentence adds lower energy use to improved visibility as a second benefit.
Q2Select the most appropriate word for blank (1). River ferries can connect communities separated by broad waterways without lengthy road diversions. Operators schedule crossings with due regard (1)______ tidal depth and visibility. Before each departure, the supervisor (2)______ the safety equipment and records the passenger count. A dependable service can ease the (3)______ on crowded bridges and approach roads. (4)______, landing stages need regular inspection because changing water levels can weaken their supports. A well-managed crossing also gives commuters (5)______ route to markets and workplaces when the nearest bridge is far away.
The formal collocation 'with due regard to' means while giving proper consideration to something. Here, scheduling takes tidal depth and visibility into account.
Q3Select the most appropriate word for blank (4). Street tree planting works best when a location is assessed before any digging begins. Planners should account (1)______ overhead cables, underground pipes and the space needed by mature roots. Before work starts, the project coordinator (2)______ utility maps and measures the pavement opening. Species suited to exposed roadsides should have sufficient (3)______ to tolerate reflected heat, compacted soil and irregular rainfall. Guards protect young trees (4)______ their ties are loosened as trunks expand. A watering plan is a (5)______ component of the project, because early care strongly influences survival.
Provided that introduces the condition for safe protection: the guards protect young trees on the condition that their ties are loosened as the trunks grow.
Q4Select the most appropriate word for blank (1). Selecting a site for a wind farm calls (1)______ careful study of both weather and landscape. Engineers compare wind measurements that (2)______ over several seasons before estimating likely output. They also assess whether nearby roads can accommodate the (3)______ machinery needed for construction. (4)______, planners examine bird routes and the distance from homes to reduce disturbance. A suitable location needs (5)______ open space for safe turbine spacing, while allowing cables to reach the electricity network efficiently. These checks help balance energy production with local environmental and practical constraints.
The collocation 'call for' means 'need' or 'demand'. In this context, choosing a site calls for careful study.
Q5Select the most appropriate word for blank (4). Traditional stepwells were designed to store seasonal water while giving communities access through descending flights of stairs. Restoration teams first pay close attention (1)______ cracks that may weaken the masonry. During a recent survey, workers (2)______ loose stones and mapped blocked channels before repairs began. Clearing these channels allows rainwater to (3)______ through the structure instead of collecting behind its walls. New stone may appear neater; (4)______, conservators retain sound original blocks wherever possible. They replace only damaged material, ensuring that (5)______ of the original fabric as possible is preserved. Regular inspections then help detect movement before it becomes serious.
'Nevertheless' signals concession: new stone may look neater, yet conservators choose sound original blocks.
You've seen 5 of 180 sample questions
Unlimited practice on Cloze test comes with the RAS Test Series + Practice pack or Gate Pass.
More questions
6Select the most appropriate word for blank (5). Satellite crop mapping uses repeated images to show how fields change over time. Comparing several wavelengths helps analysts discriminate (1)______ temporary stress and lasting damage. By the time next week's assessment is issued, software (2)______ images captured on several dates. Their sequence can reveal gradual (3)______, such as declining plant cover or uneven irrigation. Cloud can obscure an individual observation; (4)______, combining images from several days reduces this limitation. The resulting maps offer (5)______ picture of conditions across large areas, helping inspectors decide where closer field checks would be most useful.
7Select the most appropriate word for blank (3). As bicycle commuting becomes more common, many riders adopt routines that make daily journeys practical. New commuters often benefit (1)______ planning a route before their first trip. A rider who compared several streets last week (2)______ that quieter roads added only a few minutes. This small difference made the calmer route a (3)______ alternative for daily travel. Some people carry a repair kit, (4)______ others rely on public pumps along their route. In wet weather, (5)______ pair of mudguards can help keep clothing clean and make regular travel more comfortable.
8Select the most appropriate word for blank (5). Traditional stepwells were designed to store seasonal water while giving communities access through descending flights of stairs. Restoration teams first pay close attention (1)______ cracks that may weaken the masonry. During a recent survey, workers (2)______ loose stones and mapped blocked channels before repairs began. Clearing these channels allows rainwater to (3)______ through the structure instead of collecting behind its walls. New stone may appear neater; (4)______, conservators retain sound original blocks wherever possible. They replace only damaged material, ensuring that (5)______ of the original fabric as possible is preserved. Regular inspections then help detect movement before it becomes serious.
9Select the most appropriate word for blank (3). Many artisan households depend on income generated (1)______ producing cloth on traditional looms. Since input costs began climbing, rising yarn prices (2)______ their profit margins, even when retail demand stayed steady. Buying supplies collectively can help makers obtain raw material at a (3)______ cost. (4)______ pooled purchasing lowers material expenses, it cannot shield workshops from sudden changes in demand or delayed payments. For small producers, access to dependable buyers is (5)______ as important as affordable yarn. Training in design and bookkeeping can further support stable earnings.
10Select the most appropriate word for blank (3). An ageing bridge can remain safe when inspections are carried out (1)______ regular intervals. Last winter, engineers (2)______ several loose joints beneath its deck after heavy rain. Their report classified the damage as (3)______: repairs were needed, but the structure presented no immediate danger. The team closed one lane (4)______ traffic could use the other while work proceeded. Rust was removed, bolts were tightened, and drainage channels were cleared. To reduce disruption, planners kept (5)______ lanes closed as possible without compromising safety. Follow-up checks now help officials detect fresh cracks early and address minor faults before they become costly.
11Select the most appropriate word for blank (3). In many villages, shopkeepers and households are gaining confidence (1)______ cashless transactions as mobile connectivity improves. Over the past two years, local traders (2)______ to display simple payment codes beside their counters. Short demonstrations help newcomers overcome their initial (3)______ about using unfamiliar screens and checking transaction messages. Such payments can reduce the need to carry change, (4)______ weak signals may still interrupt purchases. Adoption may proceed (5)______, with rapid growth after training sessions and pauses when connectivity is poor. Clear instructions and prompt receipts also help users detect errors and build trust.
12Select the most appropriate word for blank (2). At paper recycling mills, workers separate usable fibres (1)______ plastic coatings and other contaminants. The cleaned material is mixed with water to form pulp. By the time modern screens were installed, staff (2)______ this mixture by hand for decades. The screens remove tiny (3)______ that could weaken the finished sheets. (4)______, the cleaned pulp moves to pressing and drying, where it becomes new rolls. Most mills repeat the cleaning cycle until (5)______ of the unwanted matter remains.
13Select the most appropriate word for blank (5). Before a field team sets out, members prepare for sudden changes (1)______ weather and visibility. On the previous expedition, technicians (2)______ readings from stakes placed along the ice. By comparing the stake heights, analysts estimated ice (3)______ during the warmest weeks. The route was adjusted after fresh cracks appeared, (4)______ the team could continue without crossing unstable ground. At each station, researchers took (5)______ photographs from the same angle. Repeating these steps each season helps them compare conditions and check whether instruments remain reliable.
14Select the most appropriate word for blank (3). Water intended for drinking can be made safer in several simple stages. First, cloudy liquid is allowed to settle before it passes (1)______ a clean cloth or filter. Before it is cooled, the filtered liquid must (2)______ at a rolling boil for one minute. Activated carbon may also help (3)______ unpleasant tastes and odours from the water. (4)______, one caution remains: treatment alone does not guarantee lasting safety, because contamination can return during storage. Store the treated supply in a clean, tightly covered container and pour from it rather than dip into it. It should be opened (5)______ and closed immediately afterwards.
15Select the most appropriate word for blank (1). Many artisan households depend on income generated (1)______ producing cloth on traditional looms. Since input costs began climbing, rising yarn prices (2)______ their profit margins, even when retail demand stayed steady. Buying supplies collectively can help makers obtain raw material at a (3)______ cost. (4)______ pooled purchasing lowers material expenses, it cannot shield workshops from sudden changes in demand or delayed payments. For small producers, access to dependable buyers is (5)______ as important as affordable yarn. Training in design and bookkeeping can further support stable earnings.