Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Comprehension - (Narrative / Factual)

Question:

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows:

Your body is almost two-thirds water, so staying hydrated is important. Teenagers should aim to drink six to eight glasses of water per day, according to the British Nutrition Foundation. That number increases for teens who engage in sports or are especially active. Other good sources of fluid include 100 percent fruit juice and low-fat milk. Sugary and caffeinated drinks should be limited or eliminated from the diet completely as they provide excess sugar and empty calories.

According to the Cleveland Clinic, teenagers need at least nine hours of sleep each night to function at their best during the day. It sounds easy enough, but with early school start times, late afternoon practices and hours of homework, getting enough sleep can be a challenge. Set a regular bedtime that allows for nine hours of sleep before you have to get up for school. You should also plan for at least an hour of "quiet time" prior to bedtime. The goal is for all electronics to be turned off for the night so that the brain and body relax. Quiet time may involve listening to soothing music or reading a book.

Young people need to do the following in order to get a nine hour sleep :

(A) switch off electronics before bedtime
(B) switch off all electronics for the night
(C) find quiet time before bedtime
(D) find a quiet time & place to sleep

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

(B) and (C) only

(A), (B), (C) and (D)

(B), (C) and (D) only

(A), (B) and (C) only

Correct Answer:

(A), (B) and (C) only

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) → (A), (B) and (C) only

The passage provides specific steps for teenagers to get enough sleep.

  1. (A) Switch off electronics before bedtime

    • The passage states, "You should also plan for at least an hour of 'quiet time' prior to bedtime. The goal is for all electronics to be turned off for the night so that the brain and body relax."
    • This means electronics should be switched off before bedtime.
  2. (B) Switch off all electronics for the night

    • The passage explicitly states, "The goal is for all electronics to be turned off for the night."
    • This confirms that turning off electronics completely is essential for good sleep.
  3. (C) Find quiet time before bedtime

    • The passage advises, "You should also plan for at least an hour of 'quiet time' prior to bedtime."
    • This means setting aside time to relax before sleep.
  4. (D) Find a quiet time & place to sleep (INCORRECT)

    • The passage does mention quiet time but does not specify finding a quiet place to sleep.
    • It focuses more on avoiding distractions and setting a sleep schedule rather than choosing a specific sleeping place.

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