Question

Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow.

Honestly, I feel sports, especially Paralympics, have the extraordinary ability to challenge stereotypes and change attitudes towards disability. When people witness the strength, skill, and competitive spirit of para-athletes, it breaks down preconceived notions. Paralympics has given me a new lease of life and helped me push boundaries.

(i) Choose the option that lists the words to describe the tone of the speaker.

1. appreciative
2. moralistic
3. sentimental
4. optimistic
5. defensive
   1. A and D
   2. B, D, and E
   3. B and C
   4. A, C, and E

(ii) Complete the analogy given below with a word from the extract.

ability : potential : : preconceived notions : ______

(iii) State whether the following sentence is true or false.

Paralympics is a platform that not only showcases the remarkable abilities of para-athletes but also questions stereotypes.

(iv) What does ‘helped me push boundaries’ tell us about the speaker?

(v) Which phrase from the extract suggests that the speaker was able to transform her life?

Answer 1

(i) A and D

Explanation: The speaker appreciates the role of sports in changing attitudes and feels hopeful about their positive impact.

(ii) ability : potential : : preconceived notions : stereotypes

(iii) This statement is true.

(iv) The phrase ‘helped me push boundaries’ shows that the speaker became more confident and determined to overcome limitations and achieve greater goals.

(v) The phrase “given me a new lease of life” suggests that the speaker was able to transform her life.