HomeTestsSearchRankProfile

Passage Questions Questions

Practice 2 Passage Questions questions with detailed answers and explanations. Free MCQs, PYQs, and mock test questions for NEET, JEE, GATE, SSC and more.

📚
2
Total Questions
🟢
0
Easy
🟡
2
Medium
🔴
0
Hard
Practice by Exam:English Language(2)

About passage-questions — practice questions, PYQs & concepts

passage-questions is a frequently-tested topic on English Language. ExamTest.live currently lists 2 passage-questions questions spanning previous-year papers from 2026 to 2026, each with worked solutions and a step-by-step explanation. Use the filters on this page to focus on a specific exam, difficulty level or year — every answer key is free, no sign-up required.

passage-questions weight in competitive exams

Across our passage-questions question bank, the largest sources are English Language (2). Click any exam chip above to drill down to that exam-specific question set.

How to use this page

  • Start easy: 0 easy passage-questions questions are available — build fluency before moving up.
  • Target weak years: Use the year filter to focus on the most recent 2026 paper or older PYQs you have not attempted.
  • Time yourself: Every question shows the average solve time so you can benchmark your speed against other students.
  • Read every explanation: Even on questions you got right — the explanation often surfaces a faster approach you can reuse.

All Passage Questions Questions(1–2 of 2)

Filter:
Q1mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Dhamaal is a mix of Sufi and African (mostly East African) musical and dance traditions. It refers particularly to the spiritual practices of the Siddis of Gujarat. The Siddis begin almost every Dhamaal song by blowing into a conch shell. This is often followed by the slow playing of East African percussion instruments like the musindo and the slow thumping of feet that marks the onset of the singing and dancing Dhamaals. The ritual of foot thumping is a crucial part of spiritual East African dance and musical traditions. The Siddis are followers of Islam and arrived in India from Muslim communities in East and Central Africa. Dhamaals are performed in memory of their spiritual leaders, among them Bava Gor, Mai Misra, Baba Habash and Sidi Nabi Sultan. According to Siddi folklore they arrived from Ethiopia through the Nubian Valley, Syria and the Indian Ocean to the coast of Kuda in the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat. Usually, Dhamaal songs and dances are performed to celebrate the anniversary of the birth and death of spiritual leaders. They are performed in two ways - Dance Dhamaal and Baithaaki Dhamaal. The Baithaaki Dhamaal is performed in the sitting position and the Dance Dhamaal is performed in both sitting and dance positions. During the performance of Baithaaki Dhamaal the focus is more on the lyrics and less on the musical instruments. During Dance Dhamaal the focus is more on the sounds of the instruments. These are often played in a frenzied manner and accompanied by frenzied dance movements. The spiritual songs that are sung during the Dhamaals are known as zikrs.

What is played in a Dhamaal song after blowing into a conch shell?
Q2mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Dhamaal is a mix of Sufi and African (mostly East African) musical and dance traditions. It refers particularly to the spiritual practices of the Siddis of Gujarat. The Siddis begin almost every Dhamaal song by blowing into a conch shell. This is often followed by the slow playing of East African percussion instruments like the musindo and the slow thumping of feet that marks the onset of the singing and dancing Dhamaals. The ritual of foot thumping is a crucial part of spiritual East African dance and musical traditions. The Siddis are followers of Islam and arrived in India from Muslim communities in East and Central Africa. Dhamaals are performed in memory of their spiritual leaders, among them Bava Gor, Mai Misra, Baba Habash and Sidi Nabi Sultan. According to Siddi folklore they arrived from Ethiopia through the Nubian Valley, Syria and the Indian Ocean to the coast of Kuda in the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat. Usually, Dhamaal songs and dances are performed to celebrate the anniversary of the birth and death of spiritual leaders. They are performed in two ways - Dance Dhamaal and Baithaaki Dhamaal. The Baithaaki Dhamaal is performed in the sitting position and the Dance Dhamaal is performed in both sitting and dance positions. During the performance of Baithaaki Dhamaal the focus is more on the lyrics and less on the musical instruments. During Dance Dhamaal the focus is more on the sounds of the instruments. These are often played in a frenzied manner and accompanied by frenzied dance movements. The spiritual songs that are sung during the Dhamaals are known as zikrs.

Who is NOT a spiritual leader of the Siddis?

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Passage Questions questions are on ExamTest.live?▼
We have 2 Passage Questions questions spread across 1 pages, covering easy, medium, and hard difficulty levels with detailed explanations.
Are Passage Questions MCQs free?▼
Yes. All Passage Questions questions, answers, and explanations on ExamTest.live are completely free. No account or subscription required.
Which exams include Passage Questions questions?▼
Passage Questions questions are commonly asked in English Language. You can filter by exam using the links above.
How do I practice Passage Questions questions effectively?▼
Start with easy questions to build confidence, then tackle medium and hard ones. Use the filter buttons to sort by difficulty. Reveal the answer only after attempting each question, and read the explanation thoroughly.