Complete the following passage with either the present perfect or past simple tense of the verbs in
brackets (10)
In the diverse and culturally rich land of India, English occupies a unique position as a foreign language.
It (1) _____ (serve) as a bridge connecting the nation's linguistic diversity and providing access to global
opportunities. India's historical connection with English (2) _____ (date) back to the colonial era when it
(3) _____ (introduce) by the British. Over time, English (4) _____ (evolve) into an integral part of the
country's education system, professional landscape, and communication networks.
India's linguistic landscape is astonishingly varied, encompassing hundreds of languages and dialects.
This linguistic diversity can sometimes act as a barrier to effective communication between different
regions. English, with its status as a second language, (5) _____ (provide) a common ground for Indians
from various linguistic backgrounds to interact, share ideas, and collaborate seamlessly. It (6) _____
(act) as a lingua franca, enabling individuals to overcome linguistic barriers and (7) _____ (engage) in
both national and international discourse.
The Indian education system (8) _____ (embrace) English as a vital tool for academic and professional
advancement. Many private schools and prestigious institutions (9) _____ (conduct) their classes in
English, considering it a language of upward mobility. Proficiency in English (10) _____ (open) doors to
higher education opportunities abroad and enhances employability in various sectors such as IT,
business, medicine, and academia.
Q3 c) Complete these sentences with the correct comparative or superlative form of the adjectives in brackets
(5 x 1=5)
i. The internet is the _____ (fast) mode of communication.
ii. Social media is the _____ (late) fashion amongst teenagers.
iii. The large number of people make social media the _____ (rich) source of creativity.
iv. With billions of users, it is _____ (extensive) network in existence.
v. Constant innovations make the internet ____ (dynamic).