Bihar TET · Language II — English
Two unseen prose passages — comprehension, vocabulary and grammar.
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Q1 · Unseen Prose Passages · EASY
Read the passage carefully and answer the question. The banyan tree is one of the most remarkable trees found in India. It starts its life as a seed dropped by a bird on the branch of another tree. The seed germinates and sends down roots that reach the ground. Over time, these roots thicken and become like additional trunks, supporting the ever-expanding canopy. A single banyan tree can spread over a very large area and provide shade to hundreds of people. The oldest banyan tree in India is located in Kolkata and is over 250 years old. What is the meaning of the word 'germinate' as used in the passage?
Q2 · Unseen Prose Passages · MEDIUM
Read the passage carefully and answer the question. Education is not merely about acquiring knowledge from textbooks. It is a holistic process that shapes the character, develops critical thinking, and prepares individuals to face the challenges of life. In rural areas of Bihar, access to quality education remains a significant challenge. Many children have to walk long distances to reach school, and the lack of adequate infrastructure and trained teachers further hampers their learning. Despite these obstacles, the thirst for knowledge among these children is remarkable. They demonstrate resilience and determination that urban students might not fully appreciate. Which of the following best describes the main idea of the passage?
Q3 · Unseen Prose Passages · MEDIUM
Read the passage carefully and answer the question. The Chhath Puja is an ancient Hindu festival dedicated to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya. Celebrated primarily in Bihar, Jharkhand, and parts of Uttar Pradesh, this festival is unique because it involves no idols or priests. Devotees observe strict rituals over four days, including fasting without water for 36 hours, standing in water bodies to offer prayers at sunrise and sunset, and preparing traditional offerings. The festival emphasizes purity, discipline, and gratitude towards nature. It brings communities together, transcending social and economic barriers, as people from all walks of life gather at riverbanks to participate in the rituals. According to the passage, which statement is NOT true about Chhath Puja?
Q4 · Unseen Prose Passages · HARD
Read the passage carefully and answer the question. The phenomenon of bioluminescence, the production and emission of light by living organisms, has fascinated scientists for centuries. Fireflies, certain species of fungi, and deep-sea creatures like anglerfish exhibit this remarkable ability. The light is produced through a chemical reaction involving the molecule luciferin and the enzyme luciferase, in the presence of oxygen. In marine environments, bioluminescence serves various purposes: attracting prey, deterring predators, and facilitating communication between members of the same species. The study of bioluminescence has practical applications too; scientists have developed medical imaging techniques and environmental monitoring tools based on bioluminescent proteins. The passage suggests that bioluminescence in marine environments does NOT serve which of the following purposes?
Q5 · Unseen Prose Passages · EASY
Read the passage: 'The village children wake up early and help their parents with daily chores before going to school.' What do the children do before school?