Comprehension:
Read the passage and answer the questions that follow:
In the ancient city of Varanasi, Arjun found his world transformed one monsoon afternoon. Born into a family of hardworking labourers, he was expected to follow in his father’s footsteps. yet, Arjun harboured an unspoken passion for art that no one knew about. As dark clouds gathered and the first raindrops fell, he wandered through the narrow lanes of the old city, seeking solace from the predictable rhythm of life.
That day, as he took refuge under a vibrant awning in a bustling market, Arjun encountered an old painter named Raghav. With paint splattered hands and eyes that shimmered with decades of experience, Raghav noticed a spark in Arjun’s eyes. He invited Arjun into his humble studio where canvases whispered stories of love, loss and hope. Inspired by Raghav’s gentle mentorship, Arjun discovered his own unique style, blending tradition with innovation.
Over the time, his artwork became a mirror reflecting the emotions of the city and his reputation grew. Arjun’s journey from a reluctant son to an emerging artist was not without hardship. Yet every challenge became a brushstroke in the masterpiece of his life. Eventually, his creations graced galleries beyond Varanasi, uniting cultures and hearts. In every piece, Arjun celebrated the resilience of the human spirit, proving that passion and perseverance can transform even the most ordinary life into a vibrant work of art.
His journey filled with unexpected lessons and creative breakthroughs taught him that every struggle offered a chance to begin anew, inspiring his art with hope and transformation.
Which word in the passage means- lively
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Vibrant
Vibrant means lively, full of energy and life, often also bright in colour. The passage uses it for the "vibrant awning" in the bustling market and for "a vibrant work of art".
Example: The streets were vibrant with music during the festival.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: Resilience — Incorrect. Wrong meaning: resilience is a noun meaning the ability to recover from difficulty, as in "the resilience of the human spirit".
Example: The farmers showed great resilience after the drought.
Option 2: Shimmer — Incorrect. Wrong meaning: shimmer means to shine with a soft, flickering light, as Raghav's eyes "shimmered with decades of experience".
Example: The lake shimmered in the moonlight.
Option 3: Humble — Incorrect. Wrong meaning: humble means modest and simple, as Raghav's "humble studio".
Example: He grew up in a humble village home.
The following words have also been asked in other CUET (UG) English papers:
| Word | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| shimmer | – | – | – | 10-06 S2 | – |