GATE 2021 AE – Question 7
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?
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Correct answer: (A) The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is important for musicians, actors and public speakers.
Explanation
Read what the author claims.
- Musicians rehearse before concerts. Actors rehearse before a play opens.
- It is strange that many public speakers think they can just walk on stage.
- "It is **no less important** for public speakers to rehearse their talks."
*No less important* means *as important as*. So the author thinks rehearsal is important for **musicians, actors and public speakers alike**.
- **A.** Rehearsing is important for musicians, actors and public speakers. ✓
- **B.** Says it is less important for public speakers. This contradicts "no less important". ✗
- **C, D.** Rank musicians and actors against each other, or against speakers. The passage makes no such comparison. ✗
Answer **A**.