Expression - Reasoning and Comprehension Previous Year Questions

A sentence has been given below.
The train will leave at 8:30 PM, we have been ready by 7:30 PM, so that we can reach the station on time.
To make the above sentence grammatically correct, the phrase marked in bold is to be replaced by

Which word below best describes the idea of being both Spineless and Cowardly?

The appropriate synonym for the word ‘ignite’ in the following passage will be:
Spirituality must be integrated with education. Self-realization is the focus. Each one of us must become aware of our higher self. We are links of a great past to a grand future. We should ignite our dormant inner energy and let it guide our lives. The radiance of such minds embarked on constructive endeavor will bring peace, prosperity and bliss to this nation.

In the given passage, fill in the blanks with most suitable set of given words:

The future must no longer be ___ by the past. While, the effects of the past are still with us, each day is a new ___. Therefore, one should ___from solely believing in destiny and crave towards charting their own path of success with grit and labour. Positive_______ is imperative.

Complete the sentence correctly using the options given below.
Hastings ____(p)____ developed as a holiday resort after ____(q)____ .

Choose the right preposition to fill up the blank:
The whole family got together ___ Diwali