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GATE 2021 PH – Question 7

General Aptitude · Verbal Aptitude: Grammar and Vocabulary · 2 marks · Multiple choice

The author said, “Musicians rehearse before their concerts. Actors rehearse their roles before the opening of a new play. On the other hand, I find it strange that many public speakers think they can just walk on to the stage and start speaking. In my opinion, it is no less important for public speakers to rehearse their talks.” Based on the passage, which is TRUE?

  1. The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is important for musicians, actors and public speakers.
  2. The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is less important for public speakers than for musicians and actors.
  3. The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is more important only for musicians than public speakers.
  4. The author is of the opinion that rehearsal is more important for actors than musicians.

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Correct answer: (A) The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is important for musicians, actors and public speakers.

Explanation

“No less important” extends the need for rehearsal from musicians and actors to public speakers. The passage makes none of the unequal-importance comparisons in B,C,D.

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