GATE CS 2024 Set 1 — Question 6

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In the given text, the blanks are numbered (i)–(iv). Select the best match for all the blanks.

Steve was advised to keep his head _____(i)____ before heading _____(ii)______ to bat; for, while he had a head _______(iii)_______ batting, he could only do so with a cool head _____(iv)______ his shoulders.

(i) down (ii) down (iii) on (iv) for

(i) on (ii) down (iii) for (iv) on

(i) down (ii) out (iii) for (iv) on

(i) on (ii) out (iii) on (iv) for

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Solution

The correct choice is determined by standard English idioms and context:

1.(i) down: The phrase "keep one's head down" means to remain inconspicuous or to focus intently on a task. This fits the context of a player preparing to bat.

2.(ii) out: In cricket, a batsman "heads out" to the field/crease to bat.

3.(iii) for: To have a "head for" something means to have an aptitude or talent for it (e.g., "a head for business"). Here, it implies Steve has a talent for batting.

4.(iv) on: The idiom is "to have a good/cool head on one's shoulders," meaning to be sensible, practical, and intelligent.

Thus, the correct sequence is: (i) down, (ii) out, (iii) for, (iv) on.

GATE CS 2024 Set 1 — Question 6

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