George was a young man who had gone to the big city from a small rural community and, in a relatively short time, attained prominence in the business world. His sudden rise had gone into his head, however, and he became unbearably conceited.
Eventually, George returned home after a visit, halfway expecting everyone in town to be at the railway station to welcome him.
Much to his surprise, George saw that no one, not even his family, was around to meet him when he descended from the train. He looked very neat in a new suit and carried a bulky suitcase full of fashionable clothes.
After a little while, the station master came from his office and went over to the young fellow. “Well, hello there, George,” he called out cheerily, “Are you going away ?”
QUESTIONS:
1. The station master’s question implied that
(A) he offered help to George in climbing the train
(B) he is known to George very intimately.
(C) he is making fun of George.
(D) George’s absence from the town was not noticed by him.
2. George hoped for a big welcome because
(A) of his achievement and success.
(B) he is returning home after a very long time.
(C) people loved him.
(D) his community wanted dynamic leaders like him.
3.George’s great expectations are an indication of his
(A) humility
(B) optimism.
(C) pride.
(D) love of his community.
4. George’s success was most clearly visible in
(A) the station master’s words.
(B) his clothes.
(C) his being unbearably conceited.
(D) the manner in which he was received by the village.
(Source: CDS-I Exam Paper English – 2012)
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