Reading Comprehension - English (MCQ) for Bank, MBA, CAT, MAT, GMAT, SSC for Q. 28283
View PassageA man is known by the book he reads as well as by the company he keeps; for there is a companionship of books as well as of men and one should always live in the best company, whether it be of books or of men.
A good book may be among the best of friends. It is the same today that it always was, and it will never change. It is the most patient and cheerful of companions. It does not turn its back upon in times of adversity or distress. It always receives us with the same kindness; amusing and interesting us in youth, comforting and consoling us in age.
Q. Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words/phrases have been printed in bold to help you locate them while answering some of the questions.
According to the passage, A man may usually be known by the books he reads because- Published on 14 Mar 17a. His reading habits shows that he is a scholar.
b. The books he reads affect his thinking
c. Books provide him a lot of knowledge
d. His selection of books generally reveals his temperament and character
ANSWER: His selection of books generally reveals his temperament and character