Question

1) Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow:
The advantage which punctuality brings to man is manifold. A punctual man is never in want of time
and hence he is never in a hurry. Whatever he does, he can do with perfection and calmness and so his work
has no defect and is perfect. He is never late in his work or in his appointments and consequently men can
safely rely upon his promises and engagements. By his habit of punctuality he never puts others to
inconvenience and accordingly wins the respect and confidence of all who come in his contact. A punctual
man has confidence in his powers and knows he cannot but be successful in any undertaking where time is
and important factor. One who attend office regularly and finishes his work punctually, is secure promotion
in service.
Questions:-
(i) Why is a punctual man never in a hurry?
(ii) Who is sure to come in good graces of his superiors?
(iii) Give synonym of 'Accordingly'.
(iv) Give antonym of - Promotion'.​

Answer 1

Answer:

1. A punctual man is not in a hurry as he always cares of time and never wastes his time
2. A punctual man is sure to come in good graces of his superiors
3. Accordingly-Appropriately
4. Promotion-demotion