MCQs
FRONT AND BACK PAGE
1. What is the subject of disagreement between PMLN and MQMP as reported in recent political news?
A) Fiscal policy reforms
B) Formation of an electoral coalition
C) Defense strategy amendments
D) Educational system overhaul
2. Which tragic event occurred in D.I. Khan, causing the loss of police officers?
A) A cyclone hit the area
B) A mishap in a chemical plant
C) An armed assault on law enforcement
D) Violent protests
3. Which recent security measure has Israel suggested it may implement in the Gaza Strip?
A) Decreasing its military operations
B) Commencing peace negotiations
C) Assuming control of security operations
D) Complete military withdrawal
4. What caused the recent deaths of five laborers in a traffic incident?
A) A collision with a train
B) A bus colliding with a donkey cart
C) The collapse of a construction site
D) A major electrical fire
5. What incident involving a child worker was reported recently?
A) A case of abduction
B) The child being lost in an urban area
C) The child being found deceased at their employer’s residence
D) An injury at an industrial site
6. What issue is the government being encouraged to discuss with India regarding AJK villagers?
A) Boosting bilateral trade
B) Addressing cross border pollution
C) Negotiating territorial conflicts
D) Repatriating deceased villagers
7. What significant diplomatic action has Russia taken as reported in international news?
A) Entrance into the NATO agreement
B) Departure from the CFE treaty
C) The signing of a ceasefire accord
D) Proposing a new international agreement
8. What topic did former President Trump claim to have discussed with Imran Khan?
A) Environmental policy changes
B) Implementation of economic sanctions
C) The elimination of a major military figure
D) New immigration laws
9. What unique political event did Sunak participate in, marking a first since the mid20th century?
A) Delivering a budget speech
B) Presenting the King's Speech
C) Announcing an official resignation
D) Declaring a state of conflict
10. What action involving PTI leaders has been condemned by a PMLN senator?
A) Avoidance of tax responsibilities
B) Detaining individuals unlawfully
C) Engaging in electoral malpractice
D) Breaching parliamentary etiquette
INTL NEWS
11. What was China's response to an incident near its border with Myanmar?A) Economic sanctions
B) Diplomatic protest
C) Military exercise
D) Trade agreement
12. What directive has India's top court issued to states to address environmental concerns?
A) Implement renewable energy solutions
B) Stop the practice of crop burning
C) Increase forest cover
D) Reduce vehicular emissions
13. According to the WHO, how is the fight against TB described?
A) Surpassing targets
B) Lagging behind targets
C) Completed successfully
D) Not yet started
14. For what occasion was Shakespeare's portrait sent to the edge of space?
A) His birthday celebration
B) To commemorate the discovery of a new planet
C) Marking 400 years of the First Folio
D) The opening of a new space observatory
15. Why did the Indonesian Chief Justice face dismissal?
A) Financial corruption
B) Incompetence in duty
C) Breach of ethics
D) Retirement age
16. What is the stance of Bangladesh garment workers towards a proposed pay rise?
A) Acceptance with gratitude
B) Rejection due to insufficiency
C) Request for government mediation
D) No opinion expressed
17. What is the subject of the first images released by Europe's Euclid space telescope?
A) The surface of Mars
B) A distant galaxy
C) Earth's moon
D) The outer solar system
18. What recent discovery was made by a doctor in Syria?
A) A new medical treatment
B) A group of lost antiquities
C) The bodies of his own relatives
D) A hidden group of survivors
19. What issue has the Palestinian diaspora been actively voicing?
A) Economic investment in Palestine
B) Educational reforms
C) Political representation and rights
D) Environmental conservation in Palestine
20. What action did the Turkish parliament take in response to Israeli policies?
A) Initiated a peace proposal
B) Approved a trade deal
C) Dumped products over Israeli support
D) Announced a cultural exchange program
21. What has the Red Cross stated about the plight of children in conflict zones?
A) It's a sign of successful international policies
B) It indicates a moral failure of the world
C) It calls for immediate military action
D) It's beyond the capacity of any humanitarian aid
22. What claim is made about the world's TB fight?
A) It is on the verge of a breakthrough
B) It is recovering but still off target
C) It has been completely derailed
D) It has not been prioritized by the WHO
23. What is the issue at the heart of the garment workers' protest in Bangladesh?
A) Workplace safety regulations
B) A proposed pay raise deemed insufficient
C) Long working hours
D) Child labor laws
SPORTS NEWS
24. What recent controversy in cricket is related to a 'timed out' dismissal?
A) A player protesting a penalty
B) A team refusing to continue play
C) A rule change regarding player dismissals
D) Debate over the fairness of a dismissal method
25. Who gave an outstanding performance to help Australia reach the semifinals in a recent cricket match against Afghanistan?
A) Steve Smith
B) Aaron Finch
C) Glenn Maxwell
D) David Warner
26. What metaphor did the Dutch coach use to describe his team ahead of their match?
A) Like a rising phoenix
B) Like a cornered tiger
C) Like a wounded buffalo
D) Like a caged lion
27. What was Pochettino's experience upon his return to a match against Chelsea?
A) He was celebrated with a tribute
B) He had an emotional return overshadowed by a defeat
C) He was inducted into the hall of fame
D) He was given a lifetime achievement award
28. Why is pressure mounting on Espirito Santo?
A) His team's undefeated streak
B) A series of player injuries
C) Mismanagement accusations
D) His team’s performance slipup in the Asian Champions League
29. What significant win did the Bangladesh women's cricket team achieve against Pakistan?
A) They won the World Cup
B) They won the match in a Super Over
C) They secured a series whitewash
D) They achieved their highest score ever
30. What twist occurred in Sri Lankan cricket governance?
A) A new cricket board was elected
B) The old cricket board was reinstated by court order
C) All players went on strike
D) A new cricket format was introduced
31. What marks Ravindra's recent inclusion in cricket news?
A) His retirement announcement
B) His return for Bangladesh Tests
C) Setting a new world record
D) Winning the most valuable player award
32. How did Pochettino's team fare in his emotional return?
A) They had a significant win
B) They faced a punishing defeat
C) The match was postponed
D) They secured a draw
33. What achievement did Ahmed reach in the junior tennis circuit?
A) He won the championship
B) He was knocked out in the first round
C) He reached the third round
D) He announced his early retirement
34. What challenge is facing AlIttihad's coach, Espirito Santo?
A) Negotiating player contracts
B) Facing a transfer ban
C) Increased scrutiny after a slipup in the Asian Champions League
D) Deciding on team captaincy
35. What did the Sri Lankan court order concerning the cricket board?
A) It ordered the board's dissolution
B) It demanded financial transparency
C) It restored the cricket board in the latest twist
D) It issued a restraining order against the board's decisions
BUSINESS NEWS
36. What measure is being taken by Distribution Companies (Discos) against power theft?
A) Introducing new technology for power distribution
B) Offering amnesty to those who confess to power theft
C) Seizing appliances and imposing fines
D) Reducing electricity tariffs to discourage theft
37. What is Kakar’s stance on the current situation of financial inclusion?
A) He expresses severe concerns about regression
B) He is cautious but hopeful about future progress
C) He remains skeptical about any real improvement
D) He conveys a sense of optimism
38. How much does the report claim China is owed in Belt and Road debt?
A) Over $500 billion
B) Over $1 trillion
C) Over $2 trillion
D) Over $750 billion
39. What was the Reko Diq project's recent development with a Saudi firm?
A) Finalization of a joint venture
B) Negotiation of a new contract
C) Completion of a significant phase of mining
D) Agreement expected to be sealed this year
40. What trend did the oil market experience due to concerns over demand?
A) Prices remained stable despite fluctuating demand
B) Prices increased by 5%
C) Prices fell by 3%
D) There was a temporary halt in trading
41. What happened to the stock market after it crossed the 54,000 level?
A) It continued to climb steadily
B) There was an immediate sharp increase in stock prices
C) Stocks retreated
D) It closed for the day due to technical issues
1. Correct Answer: B) Formation of an electoral coalition
Explanation: The headline "PMLN calls it election alliance, MQMP differs" indicates a discrepancy between the two political parties regarding the nature or terms of an electoral coalition or alliance.
2. Correct Answer: C) An armed assault on law enforcement
Explanation: The term "martyred" commonly refers to individuals who have died in service, suggesting that the police officers were victims of a violent attack, as indicated in "Two more cops martyred in yet another D.I. Khan attack."
3. Correct Answer: C) Assuming control of security operations
Explanation: The phrase "Israel hints at taking over security" suggests an intention to take charge of security operations in the Gaza Strip.
4. Correct Answer: B) A bus colliding with a donkey cart
Explanation: The headline "Five labourers killed as bus hits donkey cart" directly states that the fatal incident involved a bus colliding with a donkey cart.
5. Correct Answer: C) The child being found deceased at their employer’s residence
Explanation: The report "Child worker found dead at employer's home" clearly indicates that the child worker was found dead, and the location was the employer's home.
6. Correct Answer: D) Repatriating deceased villagers
Explanation: The phrase "Govt urged to take up with India issue of AJK villagers' bodies" refers to the issue of discussing the return of bodies, which implies repatriation.
7. Correct Answer: B) Departure from the CFE treaty
Explanation: The headline "Russia formally withdraws from CFE treaty" unambiguously states that Russia has withdrawn from the Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE) treaty.
8. Correct Answer: C) The elimination of a major military figure
Explanation: The news title "Trump claims discussing Soleimani’s killing with Imran" clearly refers to discussions about the killing of a military figure, General Qasem Soleimani.
9. Correct Answer: B) Presenting the King's Speech
Explanation: The reference to "Sunak makes prepoll pitch in first King's Speech since 1951" indicates that Sunak was involved in delivering or presenting the King's Speech.
10. Correct Answer: B) Detaining individuals unlawfully
Explanation: The mention of "PMLN senator slams PTI leaders' detention" implies that the senator criticized the detention of PTI leaders, which suggests that it was viewed as unlawful.
A) Introducing new technology for power distribution
B) Offering amnesty to those who confess to power theft
C) Seizing appliances and imposing fines
D) Reducing electricity tariffs to discourage theft
37. What is Kakar’s stance on the current situation of financial inclusion?
A) He expresses severe concerns about regression
B) He is cautious but hopeful about future progress
C) He remains skeptical about any real improvement
D) He conveys a sense of optimism
38. How much does the report claim China is owed in Belt and Road debt?
A) Over $500 billion
B) Over $1 trillion
C) Over $2 trillion
D) Over $750 billion
39. What was the Reko Diq project's recent development with a Saudi firm?
A) Finalization of a joint venture
B) Negotiation of a new contract
C) Completion of a significant phase of mining
D) Agreement expected to be sealed this year
40. What trend did the oil market experience due to concerns over demand?
A) Prices remained stable despite fluctuating demand
B) Prices increased by 5%
C) Prices fell by 3%
D) There was a temporary halt in trading
41. What happened to the stock market after it crossed the 54,000 level?
A) It continued to climb steadily
B) There was an immediate sharp increase in stock prices
C) Stocks retreated
D) It closed for the day due to technical issues
ANSWERS AND EXPLANATION
FRONT AND BACK PAGE
1. Correct Answer: B) Formation of an electoral coalition
Explanation: The headline "PMLN calls it election alliance, MQMP differs" indicates a discrepancy between the two political parties regarding the nature or terms of an electoral coalition or alliance.
2. Correct Answer: C) An armed assault on law enforcement
Explanation: The term "martyred" commonly refers to individuals who have died in service, suggesting that the police officers were victims of a violent attack, as indicated in "Two more cops martyred in yet another D.I. Khan attack."
3. Correct Answer: C) Assuming control of security operations
Explanation: The phrase "Israel hints at taking over security" suggests an intention to take charge of security operations in the Gaza Strip.
4. Correct Answer: B) A bus colliding with a donkey cart
Explanation: The headline "Five labourers killed as bus hits donkey cart" directly states that the fatal incident involved a bus colliding with a donkey cart.
5. Correct Answer: C) The child being found deceased at their employer’s residence
Explanation: The report "Child worker found dead at employer's home" clearly indicates that the child worker was found dead, and the location was the employer's home.
6. Correct Answer: D) Repatriating deceased villagers
Explanation: The phrase "Govt urged to take up with India issue of AJK villagers' bodies" refers to the issue of discussing the return of bodies, which implies repatriation.
7. Correct Answer: B) Departure from the CFE treaty
Explanation: The headline "Russia formally withdraws from CFE treaty" unambiguously states that Russia has withdrawn from the Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE) treaty.
8. Correct Answer: C) The elimination of a major military figure
Explanation: The news title "Trump claims discussing Soleimani’s killing with Imran" clearly refers to discussions about the killing of a military figure, General Qasem Soleimani.
9. Correct Answer: B) Presenting the King's Speech
Explanation: The reference to "Sunak makes prepoll pitch in first King's Speech since 1951" indicates that Sunak was involved in delivering or presenting the King's Speech.
10. Correct Answer: B) Detaining individuals unlawfully
Explanation: The mention of "PMLN senator slams PTI leaders' detention" implies that the senator criticized the detention of PTI leaders, which suggests that it was viewed as unlawful.
INTL NEWS
11. Correct Answer: B) Diplomatic protest
Explanation: The headline "China protests to Myanmar after shelling kills one near border" suggests that China has lodged a formal diplomatic protest to Myanmar over an incident involving shelling near the border that resulted in a fatality.
12. Correct Answer: B) Stop the practice of crop burning
Explanation: The directive mentioned in the headline "India’s top court tells states to stop crop burning" is a clear judicial order for states to halt the environmentally harmful practice of crop burning.
13. Correct Answer: B) Lagging behind targets
Explanation: The article "TB fight recovering, but still off target: WHO" implies that while there is some progress in combating tuberculosis (TB), the efforts are not meeting the set targets.
14. Correct Answer: C) Marking 400 years of the First Folio
Explanation: "Shakespeare’s portrait sent to edge of space to mark 400 years of First Folio" explains that the sending of Shakespeare's portrait to space was done to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the First Folio, which is a collection of his works.
15. Correct Answer: C) Breach of ethics
Explanation: The article "Indonesian CJ dismissed over ethics breach" states that the Chief Justice in Indonesia was dismissed from their position due to a breach of ethics.
16. Correct Answer: B) Rejection due to insufficiency
Explanation: "BD garment workers reject 56pc pay rise" suggests that the workers have turned down the pay rise offer, likely because they deemed it insufficient.
17. Correct Answer: B) A distant galaxy
Explanation: The news snippet "Europe’s Euclid space telescope releases first images" mentions that the telescope captured images of a distant galaxy, indicating the subject of its first released images.
18. Correct Answer: C) The bodies of his own relatives
Explanation: The headline "Doctor finds his own relatives dead" indicates that a doctor discovered his relatives had died.
19. Correct Answer: C) Political representation and rights
Explanation: The article title "Palestinian diaspora makes its voice heard" implies that the diaspora is actively speaking out, likely about issues such as political representation and rights, which are common concerns among diaspora communities.
20. Correct Answer: C) Dumped products over Israeli support
Explanation: The headline "Turkish parliament dumps products over Israel support" indicates that the Turkish parliament took an action of disposing of products as a gesture of protest against Israeli policies.
21. Correct Answer: B) It indicates a moral failure of the world
Explanation: "Children's plight proves world’s 'moral failure', says Red Cross" highlights the Red Cross's stance that the dire situations facing children in conflict zones reflect a moral failure on a global scale.
22. Correct Answer: B) It is recovering but still off target
Explanation: The WHO's assessment that the TB fight is recovering but still off target, as per the article headline, indicates progress is being made against tuberculosis, but the efforts have not yet reached the goals set by the WHO.
23. Correct Answer: B) A proposed pay raise deemed insufficient
Explanation: The protest of the garment workers in Bangladesh, as detailed in the news, is specifically about a pay raise they consider to be too low, hence their rejection of a 56 percent pay increase.
Explanation: The headline "China protests to Myanmar after shelling kills one near border" suggests that China has lodged a formal diplomatic protest to Myanmar over an incident involving shelling near the border that resulted in a fatality.
12. Correct Answer: B) Stop the practice of crop burning
Explanation: The directive mentioned in the headline "India’s top court tells states to stop crop burning" is a clear judicial order for states to halt the environmentally harmful practice of crop burning.
13. Correct Answer: B) Lagging behind targets
Explanation: The article "TB fight recovering, but still off target: WHO" implies that while there is some progress in combating tuberculosis (TB), the efforts are not meeting the set targets.
14. Correct Answer: C) Marking 400 years of the First Folio
Explanation: "Shakespeare’s portrait sent to edge of space to mark 400 years of First Folio" explains that the sending of Shakespeare's portrait to space was done to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the First Folio, which is a collection of his works.
15. Correct Answer: C) Breach of ethics
Explanation: The article "Indonesian CJ dismissed over ethics breach" states that the Chief Justice in Indonesia was dismissed from their position due to a breach of ethics.
16. Correct Answer: B) Rejection due to insufficiency
Explanation: "BD garment workers reject 56pc pay rise" suggests that the workers have turned down the pay rise offer, likely because they deemed it insufficient.
17. Correct Answer: B) A distant galaxy
Explanation: The news snippet "Europe’s Euclid space telescope releases first images" mentions that the telescope captured images of a distant galaxy, indicating the subject of its first released images.
18. Correct Answer: C) The bodies of his own relatives
Explanation: The headline "Doctor finds his own relatives dead" indicates that a doctor discovered his relatives had died.
19. Correct Answer: C) Political representation and rights
Explanation: The article title "Palestinian diaspora makes its voice heard" implies that the diaspora is actively speaking out, likely about issues such as political representation and rights, which are common concerns among diaspora communities.
20. Correct Answer: C) Dumped products over Israeli support
Explanation: The headline "Turkish parliament dumps products over Israel support" indicates that the Turkish parliament took an action of disposing of products as a gesture of protest against Israeli policies.
21. Correct Answer: B) It indicates a moral failure of the world
Explanation: "Children's plight proves world’s 'moral failure', says Red Cross" highlights the Red Cross's stance that the dire situations facing children in conflict zones reflect a moral failure on a global scale.
22. Correct Answer: B) It is recovering but still off target
Explanation: The WHO's assessment that the TB fight is recovering but still off target, as per the article headline, indicates progress is being made against tuberculosis, but the efforts have not yet reached the goals set by the WHO.
23. Correct Answer: B) A proposed pay raise deemed insufficient
Explanation: The protest of the garment workers in Bangladesh, as detailed in the news, is specifically about a pay raise they consider to be too low, hence their rejection of a 56 percent pay increase.
SPORTS NEWS
24. Correct Answer: D) Debate over the fairness of a dismissal method
Explanation: The headline "‘Timed out’ dismissal row divides cricket as injured Shakib ruled out" suggests a controversy or debate in the cricket community over the fairness or application of a ‘timed out’ dismissal, particularly when it coincides with a player being injured.
25. Correct Answer: C) Glenn Maxwell
Explanation: The headline "Incredible Maxwell blows away Afghanistan as Australia reach semis" credits Glenn Maxwell with a remarkable performance that helped Australia secure a place in the semifinals.
26. Correct Answer: C) Like a wounded buffalo
Explanation: The quote "Never underestimate a wounded buffalo, says Dutch coach" indicates the Dutch coach used this metaphor to describe his team, suggesting resilience and potential for a strong comeback despite setbacks.
27. Correct Answer: B) He had an emotional return overshadowed by a defeat
Explanation: The headline "Pochettino’s emotional return a sideshow as Chelsea punish Spurs meltdown" implies that while Pochettino’s return was emotional, it was marred by his team's poor performance and loss to Chelsea.
28. Correct Answer: D) His team’s performance slipup in the Asian Champions League
Explanation: The phrase "Pressure grows on Espirito Santo as AlIttihad slip up in Asian CL" indicates that the coach is facing pressure due to a recent underperformance by his team in the Asian Champions League.
29. Correct Answer: B) They won the match in a Super Over
Explanation: The statement "BD women beat Pakistan in Super Over to level ODI series" clearly states that the Bangladesh women's cricket team won the match in a Super Over, a tiebreaker used in cricket when the match ends with both teams scoring the same number of runs.
30. Correct Answer: B) The old cricket board was reinstated by court order
Explanation: The headline "SL court restores cricket board in latest twist" indicates that the Sri Lankan court has ordered the reinstatement of the previous cricket board.
31. Correct Answer: B) His return for Bangladesh Tests
Explanation: The news "Ravindra returns for Bangladesh Tests" is straightforward in reporting that Ravindra is making a return to play in the Test matches against Bangladesh.
32. Correct Answer: B) They faced a punishing defeat
Explanation: As per the article headline referencing Pochettino's return, the use of the word "punish" in the context of sports usually means his team suffered a heavy defeat.
33. Correct Answer: C) He reached the third round
Explanation: The article title "Ahmed reaches third round at ITF Juniors" clearly states Ahmed’s progression to the third round in the junior tennis competition.
34. Correct Answer: C) Increased scrutiny after a slipup in the Asian Champions League
Explanation: The context of "Pressure grows on Espirito Santo as AlIttihad slip up in Asian CL" suggests that the coach, Espirito Santo, is under scrutiny because of a slipup or poor performance in the Asian Champions League.
35. Correct Answer: C) It restored the cricket board in the latest twist
Explanation: The news "SL court restores cricket board in latest twist" directly indicates that the court’s action was to restore the previous cricket board, signifying a reversal of a prior decision or an ongoing governance issue within the cricket board's administration.
36. Correct Answer: C) Seizing appliances and imposing fines
Explanation: The headline "Discos to seize appliances, impose fines for power theft" indicates that Distribution Companies are taking a stringent approach to curb power theft by confiscating appliances and levying fines against those involved in such activities.
37. Correct Answer: D) He conveys a sense of optimism
Explanation: The phrase "Kakar sounds note of optimism on financial inclusion" reflects that Kakar is optimistic about the state and future of financial inclusion, which is the availability and equality of opportunities to access financial services.
38. Correct Answer: B) Over $1 trillion
Explanation: The statement "China is owed over $1tr in Belt and Road debt: report" clearly quantifies the amount owed to China from Belt and Road initiatives at over $1 trillion.
39. Correct Answer: D) Agreement expected to be sealed this year
Explanation: The article titled "Reko Diq deal with Saudi firm this year" suggests that an agreement or deal with a Saudi firm regarding the Reko Diq project is anticipated to be concluded within the year.
40. Correct Answer: C) Prices fell by 3%
Explanation: The article "Oil dives 3pc on demand concerns" directly states that the price of oil has decreased by 3 percent, attributed to worries about demand.
41. Correct Answer: C) Stocks retreated
Explanation: The headline "Stocks retreat after crossing 54,000 level" indicates that after the stock market reached the 54,000 level, there was a pullback or a decline in stock prices, termed as a 'retreat' in market parlance.
Explanation: The headline "‘Timed out’ dismissal row divides cricket as injured Shakib ruled out" suggests a controversy or debate in the cricket community over the fairness or application of a ‘timed out’ dismissal, particularly when it coincides with a player being injured.
25. Correct Answer: C) Glenn Maxwell
Explanation: The headline "Incredible Maxwell blows away Afghanistan as Australia reach semis" credits Glenn Maxwell with a remarkable performance that helped Australia secure a place in the semifinals.
26. Correct Answer: C) Like a wounded buffalo
Explanation: The quote "Never underestimate a wounded buffalo, says Dutch coach" indicates the Dutch coach used this metaphor to describe his team, suggesting resilience and potential for a strong comeback despite setbacks.
27. Correct Answer: B) He had an emotional return overshadowed by a defeat
Explanation: The headline "Pochettino’s emotional return a sideshow as Chelsea punish Spurs meltdown" implies that while Pochettino’s return was emotional, it was marred by his team's poor performance and loss to Chelsea.
28. Correct Answer: D) His team’s performance slipup in the Asian Champions League
Explanation: The phrase "Pressure grows on Espirito Santo as AlIttihad slip up in Asian CL" indicates that the coach is facing pressure due to a recent underperformance by his team in the Asian Champions League.
29. Correct Answer: B) They won the match in a Super Over
Explanation: The statement "BD women beat Pakistan in Super Over to level ODI series" clearly states that the Bangladesh women's cricket team won the match in a Super Over, a tiebreaker used in cricket when the match ends with both teams scoring the same number of runs.
30. Correct Answer: B) The old cricket board was reinstated by court order
Explanation: The headline "SL court restores cricket board in latest twist" indicates that the Sri Lankan court has ordered the reinstatement of the previous cricket board.
31. Correct Answer: B) His return for Bangladesh Tests
Explanation: The news "Ravindra returns for Bangladesh Tests" is straightforward in reporting that Ravindra is making a return to play in the Test matches against Bangladesh.
32. Correct Answer: B) They faced a punishing defeat
Explanation: As per the article headline referencing Pochettino's return, the use of the word "punish" in the context of sports usually means his team suffered a heavy defeat.
33. Correct Answer: C) He reached the third round
Explanation: The article title "Ahmed reaches third round at ITF Juniors" clearly states Ahmed’s progression to the third round in the junior tennis competition.
34. Correct Answer: C) Increased scrutiny after a slipup in the Asian Champions League
Explanation: The context of "Pressure grows on Espirito Santo as AlIttihad slip up in Asian CL" suggests that the coach, Espirito Santo, is under scrutiny because of a slipup or poor performance in the Asian Champions League.
35. Correct Answer: C) It restored the cricket board in the latest twist
Explanation: The news "SL court restores cricket board in latest twist" directly indicates that the court’s action was to restore the previous cricket board, signifying a reversal of a prior decision or an ongoing governance issue within the cricket board's administration.
BUSINESS NEWS
36. Correct Answer: C) Seizing appliances and imposing fines
Explanation: The headline "Discos to seize appliances, impose fines for power theft" indicates that Distribution Companies are taking a stringent approach to curb power theft by confiscating appliances and levying fines against those involved in such activities.
37. Correct Answer: D) He conveys a sense of optimism
Explanation: The phrase "Kakar sounds note of optimism on financial inclusion" reflects that Kakar is optimistic about the state and future of financial inclusion, which is the availability and equality of opportunities to access financial services.
38. Correct Answer: B) Over $1 trillion
Explanation: The statement "China is owed over $1tr in Belt and Road debt: report" clearly quantifies the amount owed to China from Belt and Road initiatives at over $1 trillion.
39. Correct Answer: D) Agreement expected to be sealed this year
Explanation: The article titled "Reko Diq deal with Saudi firm this year" suggests that an agreement or deal with a Saudi firm regarding the Reko Diq project is anticipated to be concluded within the year.
40. Correct Answer: C) Prices fell by 3%
Explanation: The article "Oil dives 3pc on demand concerns" directly states that the price of oil has decreased by 3 percent, attributed to worries about demand.
41. Correct Answer: C) Stocks retreated
Explanation: The headline "Stocks retreat after crossing 54,000 level" indicates that after the stock market reached the 54,000 level, there was a pullback or a decline in stock prices, termed as a 'retreat' in market parlance.